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Court of Venom is our latest collaboration with Ooligan Press, a teaching press affiliated with Portland State University. For the past few years, Ooligan has chosen a work submitted through the Library Writers Project, our self-publishing project fueled by the creativity of local writers.

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Court of Venom

Court of Venom

by Burchell, Kristin

Book - 2022

A fantasy novel full of magic creatures, intrigue and divided loyalties, this book was first introduced to readers through The Library Writers project and is now available as part of a collaboration with Ooligan Press. A fantasy novel full of magic creatures, intrigue and divided loyalties, this book was first introduced to readers through The Library Writers project and is now available as part of a collaboration with Ooligan Press. Show less

A fantasy novel full of magic creatures, intrigue and divided loyalties, this book was first introduced to readers through The Library Writers project and is now available as part of a collaboration with Ooligan Press. A fantasy novel full of magic creatures, intrigue and divided loyalties, this book was first introduced to readers through The Library Writers project and is now available as part of a collaboration with Ooligan Press. Show less

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Song of Blood & Stone

Song of Blood & Stone

by Penelope, L.

Book - 2015

As an outcast from a homeland where her talents are feared, Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in guarding the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. As an outcast from a homeland where her talents are feared, Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in guarding the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. Show less

As an outcast from a homeland where her talents are feared, Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in guarding the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. As an outcast from a homeland where her talents are feared, Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in guarding the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. Show less

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The Tiger at Midnight

The Tiger at Midnight

by Teerdhala, Swati

Book - 2019

In this story that draws on South Indian culture, a legendary girl rebel attempts to assassinate a ruthless general in spite of her growing love for his nephew. In this story that draws on South Indian culture, a legendary girl rebel attempts to assassinate a ruthless general in spite of her growing love for his nephew. Show less

In this story that draws on South Indian culture, a legendary girl rebel attempts to assassinate a ruthless general in spite of her growing love for his nephew. In this story that draws on South Indian culture, a legendary girl rebel attempts to assassinate a ruthless general in spite of her growing love for his nephew. Show less

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The Jasmine Throne

The Jasmine Throne

by Suri, Tasha

Book - 2021

Exiled by her despotic brother when he claimed their father's kingdom, Malini spends her days trapped an ancient, cliffside temple, with only one servant to attend her--a servant with a dark past... Exiled by her despotic brother when he claimed their father's kingdom, Malini spends her days trapped an ancient, cliffside temple, with only one servant to attend her--a servant with a dark past... Show less

Exiled by her despotic brother when he claimed their father's kingdom, Malini spends her days trapped an ancient, cliffside temple, with only one servant to attend her--a servant with a dark past... Exiled by her despotic brother when he claimed their father's kingdom, Malini spends her days trapped an ancient, cliffside temple, with only one servant to attend her--a servant with a dark past... Show less

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A Magic Steeped in Poison

A Magic Steeped in Poison

by Lin, Judy I.

Book - 2022

Ning enters a cutthroat magical competition to find the kingdom's greatest master of the art of brewing tea, but political schemes and secrets make her go...Show more Ning enters a cutthroat magical competition to find the kingdom's greatest master of the art of brewing tea, but political schemes and secrets make her goal of gaining access to royal physicians to cure her dying sister far more dangerous than she imagined. Show less

Ning enters a cutthroat magical competition to find the kingdom's greatest master of the art of brewing tea, but political schemes and secrets make her go...Show more Ning enters a cutthroat magical competition to find the kingdom's greatest master of the art of brewing tea, but political schemes and secrets make her goal of gaining access to royal physicians to cure her dying sister far more dangerous than she imagined. Show less

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Six of Crows

Six of Crows

by Bardugo, Leigh

Book - 2015

Six dangerous outcasts must learn to work together after they are offered an impossible heist that can save the world from destruction. Six dangerous outcasts must learn to work together after they are offered an impossible heist that can save the world from destruction. Show less

Six dangerous outcasts must learn to work together after they are offered an impossible heist that can save the world from destruction. Six dangerous outcasts must learn to work together after they are offered an impossible heist that can save the world from destruction. Show less

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Master of Poisons

Master of Poisons

A Novel

by Hairston, Andrea

Book - 2020

In a world ravaged by decay, Djola, righthand man and spymaster of the lord of the Arkhysian Empire, is desperately trying to save his adopted homeland. Awa is training to be a powerful griot and her knowledge of powerful magic maybe be key. In a world ravaged by decay, Djola, righthand man and spymaster of the lord of the Arkhysian Empire, is desperately trying to save his adopted homeland. Awa is training to be a powerful griot and her knowledge of powerful magic maybe be key. Show less

In a world ravaged by decay, Djola, righthand man and spymaster of the lord of the Arkhysian Empire, is desperately trying to save his adopted homeland. Awa is training to be a powerful griot and her knowledge of powerful magic maybe be key. In a world ravaged by decay, Djola, righthand man and spymaster of the lord of the Arkhysian Empire, is desperately trying to save his adopted homeland. Awa is training to be a powerful griot and her knowledge of powerful magic maybe be key. Show less

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Woven in Moonlight

Woven in Moonlight

by Ibañez, Isabel (Novelist)

Book - 2020

Ximena is the decoy Condesa, a stand-in for the last remaining Illustrian royal. Her people lost everything to the usurper, Atoc. When Atoc demands the re...Show more Ximena is the decoy Condesa, a stand-in for the last remaining Illustrian royal. Her people lost everything to the usurper, Atoc. When Atoc demands the real Condesa’s hand in marriage, it’s Ximena’s duty to go in her stead, but a masked vigilante, a warm-hearted princesa, and a thoughtful healer may complicate Ximena's mission. Show less

Ximena is the decoy Condesa, a stand-in for the last remaining Illustrian royal. Her people lost everything to the usurper, Atoc. When Atoc demands the re...Show more Ximena is the decoy Condesa, a stand-in for the last remaining Illustrian royal. Her people lost everything to the usurper, Atoc. When Atoc demands the real Condesa’s hand in marriage, it’s Ximena’s duty to go in her stead, but a masked vigilante, a warm-hearted princesa, and a thoughtful healer may complicate Ximena's mission. Show less

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The Queen of the Tearling

The Queen of the Tearling

A Novel

by Johansen, Erika

Book - 2014

Coming out of exile to claim her rightful throne, Princess Kelsea Raleigh Glynn, with the magical Tearling sapphire to protect her, makes a daring decisio...Show more Coming out of exile to claim her rightful throne, Princess Kelsea Raleigh Glynn, with the magical Tearling sapphire to protect her, makes a daring decision that evokes the wrath of the evil Red Witch, forcing her to embark on a quest to save her kingdom. Show less

Coming out of exile to claim her rightful throne, Princess Kelsea Raleigh Glynn, with the magical Tearling sapphire to protect her, makes a daring decisio...Show more Coming out of exile to claim her rightful throne, Princess Kelsea Raleigh Glynn, with the magical Tearling sapphire to protect her, makes a daring decision that evokes the wrath of the evil Red Witch, forcing her to embark on a quest to save her kingdom. Show less

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Throne of Glass

Throne of Glass

by Maas, Sarah J.

Book - 2012

After a year of hard labor in the salt mines of Endovier, eighteen-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien is offered her freedom as long as she helps the prince find a new royal assassin. After a year of hard labor in the salt mines of Endovier, eighteen-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien is offered her freedom as long as she helps the prince find a new royal assassin. Show less

After a year of hard labor in the salt mines of Endovier, eighteen-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien is offered her freedom as long as she helps the prince find a new royal assassin. After a year of hard labor in the salt mines of Endovier, eighteen-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien is offered her freedom as long as she helps the prince find a new royal assassin. Show less

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The Stardust Thief

The Stardust Thief

by Abdullah, Chelsea

Book - 2022

Loulie al-Nazari, a hunter and seller of illegal magic, is blackmailed into finding an ancient lamp, drawing her into a world where nothing is what it seems and where she must decide who she will become in this new reality. Loulie al-Nazari, a hunter and seller of illegal magic, is blackmailed into finding an ancient lamp, drawing her into a world where nothing is what it seems and where she must decide who she will become in this new reality. Show less

Loulie al-Nazari, a hunter and seller of illegal magic, is blackmailed into finding an ancient lamp, drawing her into a world where nothing is what it seems and where she must decide who she will become in this new reality. Loulie al-Nazari, a hunter and seller of illegal magic, is blackmailed into finding an ancient lamp, drawing her into a world where nothing is what it seems and where she must decide who she will become in this new reality. Show less

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The Priory of the Orange Tree

The Priory of the Orange Tree

by Shannon, Samantha

Book - 2019

A queen who would survive assassination attempts to continue her ruling line is protected with forbidden magic by a court outsider, while a secret society works to prevent a dragon war. A queen who would survive assassination attempts to continue her ruling line is protected with forbidden magic by a court outsider, while a secret society works to prevent a dragon war. Show less

A queen who would survive assassination attempts to continue her ruling line is protected with forbidden magic by a court outsider, while a secret society works to prevent a dragon war. A queen who would survive assassination attempts to continue her ruling line is protected with forbidden magic by a court outsider, while a secret society works to prevent a dragon war. Show less

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Saint Death's Daughter

Saint Death's Daughter

by Cooney, C. S. E. (Claire S. E.)

Book - 2022

Lanie Stones, the daughter of the Royal Assassin and Chief Executioner of Liriat, has a gift for necromancy and a literal allergy to violence. When her p...Show more Lanie Stones, the daughter of the Royal Assassin and Chief Executioner of Liriat, has a gift for necromancy and a literal allergy to violence. When her parents are murdered, it falls on Lanie and her cheerfully psychotic sister Nita to settle their extensive debts or lose their ancestral home—and Goody with it. Show less

Lanie Stones, the daughter of the Royal Assassin and Chief Executioner of Liriat, has a gift for necromancy and a literal allergy to violence. When her p...Show more Lanie Stones, the daughter of the Royal Assassin and Chief Executioner of Liriat, has a gift for necromancy and a literal allergy to violence. When her parents are murdered, it falls on Lanie and her cheerfully psychotic sister Nita to settle their extensive debts or lose their ancestral home—and Goody with it. Show less

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The Throne of the Five Winds

The Throne of the Five Winds

by Emmett, S. C.

Book - 2019

The imperial palace -- full of ambitious royals, sly gossip, and unforeseen perils -- is perhaps the most dangerous place in the Empire for Komor Yala, la...Show more The imperial palace -- full of ambitious royals, sly gossip, and unforeseen perils -- is perhaps the most dangerous place in the Empire for Komor Yala, lady-in-waiting to the princess of the vanquished kingdom of Khir, has only her wits and her hidden blade to protect herself and her charge. Show less

The imperial palace -- full of ambitious royals, sly gossip, and unforeseen perils -- is perhaps the most dangerous place in the Empire for Komor Yala, la...Show more The imperial palace -- full of ambitious royals, sly gossip, and unforeseen perils -- is perhaps the most dangerous place in the Empire for Komor Yala, lady-in-waiting to the princess of the vanquished kingdom of Khir, has only her wits and her hidden blade to protect herself and her charge. Show less

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Grave Mercy

Grave Mercy

by LaFevers, Robin

Book - 2012

In the fifteenth-century kingdom of Brittany, seventeen-year-old Ismae escapes from the brutality of an arranged marriage into the sanctuary of the conven...Show more In the fifteenth-century kingdom of Brittany, seventeen-year-old Ismae escapes from the brutality of an arranged marriage into the sanctuary of the convent of St. Mortain, where she learns that the god of Death has blessed her with dangerous gifts--and a violent destiny. Show less

In the fifteenth-century kingdom of Brittany, seventeen-year-old Ismae escapes from the brutality of an arranged marriage into the sanctuary of the conven...Show more In the fifteenth-century kingdom of Brittany, seventeen-year-old Ismae escapes from the brutality of an arranged marriage into the sanctuary of the convent of St. Mortain, where she learns that the god of Death has blessed her with dangerous gifts--and a violent destiny. Show less

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Poison Study

Poison Study

by Snyder, Maria V.

Book - 2007

After she is given a reprieve from her death sentence, Yelena faces mounting disasters as rebels plot to seize Ixia, her life is once again threatened, and the chief of security is attempting to poison her. After she is given a reprieve from her death sentence, Yelena faces mounting disasters as rebels plot to seize Ixia, her life is once again threatened, and the chief of security is attempting to poison her. Show less

After she is given a reprieve from her death sentence, Yelena faces mounting disasters as rebels plot to seize Ixia, her life is once again threatened, and the chief of security is attempting to poison her. After she is given a reprieve from her death sentence, Yelena faces mounting disasters as rebels plot to seize Ixia, her life is once again threatened, and the chief of security is attempting to poison her. Show less

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City of Lies

City of Lies

by Hawke, Sam

Book - 2018

A master poisoner works beside his sister to defend their city-state when the chancellor he worked undercover to protect is assassinated with an unknown poison at the same time an army lay siege to the city. A master poisoner works beside his sister to defend their city-state when the chancellor he worked undercover to protect is assassinated with an unknown poison at the same time an army lay siege to the city. Show less

A master poisoner works beside his sister to defend their city-state when the chancellor he worked undercover to protect is assassinated with an unknown poison at the same time an army lay siege to the city. A master poisoner works beside his sister to defend their city-state when the chancellor he worked undercover to protect is assassinated with an unknown poison at the same time an army lay siege to the city. Show less

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