Dragons

Desperate to keep her magic hidden, Katerina goes to great lengths to avoid dragons and mages. When she gets cornered by evil mages, her only chance at escape involves freeing a trapped dragon who might kill her simply because she is human like the mages who bound him.

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Most dragons detested humans. Too many tried to slay them, control them with magic, or steal their treasures. Every dragon may be born a mage, but their unique magical powers prevented them from wiping out the human race without dooming their own in the process.

Many humans were terrified of the massive magic-wielding dragons who were known to kill any who offended or annoyed them. Some humans bravely traded with the dragons, hoping for rare treasures or a spell. A few desired the dragon's bond since dragon riders were highly revered or feared wherever they went. Even kings were careful if a dragon rider showed up at their castles, for insulting a dragon rider could imply insult to the dragon, and the dragons didn't take kindly to being insulted.

Certain people, such as Katerina, knew the truth that so many overlooked.

The bond was a gilded cage. Dragons never let go.

When deadly creatures from the sea make their way into the rivers and set their sights on land, Katerina and the dragon she helped might have to work together to save both humankind and dragonkin.

No one ever said what would happen when dragons and aliens meet. And no one told me that I would be in the middle of it.

Tasha was studying hard to get through her last year of university when she was kidnapped. She certainly did not expect to wake up with four feet and wings. Mad scientists are bad enough, but things get even more complicated when aliens appear and wipe out the human race.

Is there a way for her to hide her true identity in this new world while retaining her humanity?

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Sneak Peek:

Taking a deep breath, I jumped over the lip of the tray and beat down hard with my wings, expecting to only slow my fall.

My powerful wingbeat plucked my feet from the sand as it threw me into the air. I squawked in surprise and spread my wings wide in alarm before gravity regained its hold on me. With several awkward back-winging motions of my wings, I landed lightly on the floor.

Well, at least I know my wings work. I glanced at the man in the corner as he was scribbling quick notes. I turned around to regard the tray again. Well, they say practice makes perfect. With another hop and a single light wingbeat, I managed to land in the sand tray with fanned wings slowing my momentum.

That was much more graceful. But a wing-assisted hop wasn’t true flight. And I still wasn’t on the windowsill.

Protective dragons. Conniving succubi, and desperate thieves. Fierce battles and talking marionettes. Inside the covers you will find stories with unique worldbuilding and gripping characters.

Myths, Legends, and Dreams is a Speculative Fiction anthology featuring the works of the members of the Worldsmyths writing community. Founded in 2016, we wanted to do something BIG to celebrate our fifth anniversary, and this anthology was born!

Sixteen stories feature fresh new ideas from budding authors. Inside you will get to know the work of Ryan Gale, Michael Epanchin, Sean Kane, Allusir, Freya Bell, Ally Kelly, Emma Schouten, JC Farnham, Caitlin Donovan, CP Mills, Alex Harvey, Natalie J. Holden, Odessa Silver, and Nicole L. Soper Gorden.

"Drawn together by fate, tested by darkness-will their bond survive the rising storm?"

Celestia Pendragon is no stranger to danger. As a seasoned adventurer, she’s battled her way through cursed ruins and labyrinthine dungeons, her resolve unbroken by the shadows that linger in her past. But when a harrowing curse begins to unravel her magic and haunt her very soul, Celestia sets out on a perilous journey to confront the darkness head-on.

In the heart of a city steeped in secrets, Caleb Nightglen—a sharp-witted lord known for his mastery of sword and spell—becomes an unlikely ally. Haunted by his own demons and a web of deadly intrigues, Caleb sees something in Celestia that draws him into her battle.

As ancient forces stir and betrayal festers in the shadows, their paths entwine in a fight for survival. With every step, Celestia and Caleb uncover truths buried deep within the world—and themselves. In a realm of light and darkness, their fragile alliance may be the only force strong enough to defy what’s coming.

Witches and Dragons don't mix, or so they say. Being born a Witch with Dragon's blood, Aradia had always been a little different. Labeled as the forbidden child. She was given a powerful name and it has rung true as her power was the strongest seen in centuries. After sealing herself away in a lightning orb, Aradia has reawakened to reclaim her coven from her vile aunt who wants to take over. When she finds herself powerless, she now has to rely on her dragon powers that she has little to no knowledge of usage. With the help of four others, Aradia travels to her father's land to learn more about her dragon powers.

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