Best Selling Books by Catherine Banks

As the daughter of the Pirate King, Tilia Swanson has an unusual upbringing learning skills that aren''t often available for women. As the heir apparent for the Kingdom of Crilan, her skills set her apart as she is trained by the best in the land and taught to harness her magic. However, piracy is in her blood, and draws danger to Tilia in the way that treasure draws pirates. Some treasures are more valuable than others. Will this lesson be learned in time or will the betrayal of those around her be her undoing?

Amelia''s cruising for a bruising, but at least her bucket list will be shorter! She never expected winning a free cruise would start a cascade of events that completely alter the Moriarty Mafia''s future. From making a splash at a gala, almost starting a mafia war, and unintentionally becoming a pirate, Amelia''s life has no chill. She''s going to have to use all her charm and wits to clear her name, but an unexpected development causes her alpha males to go into berserker mode. Will Amelia prove to be the Moriarty Mafia''s salvation or their downfall?

"Don''t go into the woods alone at night, Chloe." The life of a teenager sure isn''t easy, but for rebellious sixteen-year-old Chloe, that''s an understatement. When her dad remarries, the two uproot their quiet lives to move in with his new wife, Kelly, and her eclectic family. Adjusting to her new life with this massive group of misfits is a lot easier said than done - especially when you throw boy problems into the mix. High school bullies are a breeze, but Dylan''s hot and cold attitude toward her? That just might drive her insane. But is the unreadable Dylan really the worst of her problems, or the least of them? What is it that her dad, Kelly, and the rest of her new family are keeping from her? Why are they so overprotective? And just how many of them are there?! As her new family and town''s mysteries unfold and everyone''s secrets are revealed, will Chloe be able to accept and stick by her new family, or will she end up a lone wolf? Or worse... dead? This is a standalone young adult paranormal romance novel.

Elara''s very fate is on the line when the dark god sends evil fae creatures after her mates. Amara believes she knows of an object that may help them win against the dark God and his minions. The only problem? It''s on a highly protected continent full of humans. But, is it their only hope? Elara is willing to risk everything to save her people, including her own life. But, to save her life, her mates are willing to destroy themselves. With the final battle on the horizon and countless lives at stake, what will it take for Anderelle to succeed? To win? At the return of old enemies and new, unexpected allies make an appearance. Everyone is waiting for the finale, where the ultimate battle of wills between good and evil will be waged. The end is near. Elara and Amara must face the final test of love, loyalty, and cosmic balance if they have any hope of protecting the universe. This is a reverse harem fae fantasy full-length novel with a HEA ending. Read the epic conclusion to the Their Fae Goddess Trilogy.

Can they destroy the evil organization after them or will this be the end of Ember''s pack? In a world where the shadows of malevolence loom, Ember, once a secluded healer, is thrust into a destiny she never sought. Her journey begins as she embraces her connection with the enigmatic Prince Caleb and his companions, entering a perilous dance with the Hybrid Eradication (H.E.) organization. A force hell-bent on obliterating all hybrids, Ember, alongside Prince Caleb, Riddick, Branson, and Triston, must rise against the tide to protect the vulnerable and preserve the fragile unity of their pack. Her journey of self-discovery unveils not only her heritage, but also latent powers waiting to be unfurled. Collaboration with Princess Jolie and Princess Leona becomes the crucible in which Ember hones her abilities. However, earning the trust of Caleb and the others proves a daunting task. As a reconnaissance mission unveils a malevolent plot that threatens to dismantle the very fabric of their newfound pack, Ember is faced with a crucial choice: master her powers in time or lose the bonds she''s forged with those who hold her heart. Will Ember be the savior her pack needs, or will the darkness of H.E. snuff out the blossoming love and hope she holds dear? "Outnumbered: Her Royal Harem - Ember" is an enthralling sequel, woven with elements of mystery, empowerment, and the unbreakable bonds of love. For those captivated by Ember''s journey and yearning to delve deeper into the lives of their favorite characters, the complete "Her Royal Harem" series awaits, offering a rich tapestry of intrigue, romance, and supernatural adventure. Recommended Reading Order: Royally Entangled (Her Royal Harem #1) Royally Exposed (Her Royal Harem #2) Royally Elected (Her Royal Harem #3) Royally Enraged (Her Royal Harem #4) Royally Embraced (Her Royal Harem #4.5) (Available in the Her Royal Harem Complete Series) Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember #1) Outnumbered (Her Royal Harem: Ember #2) Outshone (Her Royal Harem: Ember #3)

Gamer Jolie Bernardo hadn''t planned on ending a war when she moved to Jinla, but fate stepped in and thrust her into the path of four sexy princes. When the Four Princes of Jinla inadvertently forge a bond with her, it draws and binds them to one another. Unfortunately for them, it now means abandoning their chances of pursuing females to focus on keeping her alive. Jolie must deal with curses, kidnapping, and old friends bent on revenge, all while trying to maintain a healthy relationship with her guys. At least she has videogames to console her. This book contains all four full-length reverse harem fantasy novels of the Her Royal Harem Series (Royally Entangled, Royally Exposed, Royally Elected, & Royally Enraged).

Rose never wanted to be a werewolf. She was turned against her will by her vicious boyfriend and forced to join his pack, who abused and betrayed her. Rose escaped her abusers, but the damage has left deep scars. Now Rose doesn''t trust anyone. Then Rose meets Sean, a handsome and kind werewolf who is unlike any male - werewolf or human - she has ever met. His charm begins to break down the walls Rose has built up around her heart. Can she learn to love again? Or will her old pack find her and make sure she can never escape again?

"The dark approaches. Fire will consume and restore, happiness and pain must be experienced collectively. Death for three will be the end." Her memory taken and her whereabouts unknown Artemis is taken in by a coven of witches who give her the name Chandra. After an intense interaction with the Beta of the Werewolves, whom she can''t deny a connection to, Chandra learns that there are people who know her true identity and that she''s not the only halfbreed werewolf alive. Is he really her mate? Just who was she in this previous life? Does she even want to find out the truth? And can she decipher the meaning of her death prophecy before it''s too late?

Darkness lurks. Ancient prophecies stir. A forgotten princess holds the key to two worlds'' salvation.In a dying demon realm ravaged by war and plague, Princess Liliana discovers a heritage that changes everything. When she''s pulled into a world she was taught to fear, she finds not monsters, but a civilization desperate for survival. As she navigates the treacherous world of demons, Liliana forms an unexpected alliance with King Jolmach, a demon warrior whose honor and determination match her own. But dark forces are at work. The web of lies and manipulation threatens both worlds and the lives of all she holds dear. As ancient prophecies unfold and dark secrets surface, Liliana must master her newfound powers and navigate treacherous new waters. With both realms hanging in the balance and time running out, she faces an impossible choice. Will embracing her demon nature be the key to salvation, or will it unleash forces beyond her control? If she fails to uncover the truth behind the schemes, both the demon world and her homeland will fall. But can she trust her own heart when everything she believed about herself might be a lie? Unlock the portal to this enchanting realm and read it today! Her Royal Harem: Lily is a trilogy of second chances, found family, and discovering the power within. For those enchanted by this realm of otherworldly passions and eager to explore more about their favorite characters, the complete "Her Royal Harem" series awaits, offering an even deeper dive into this enchanting paranormal universe. Recommended Reading Order: Royally Entangled (Her Royal Harem #1) Royally Exposed (Her Royal Harem #2) Royally Elected (Her Royal Harem #3) Royally Enraged (Her Royal Harem #4) Royally Embraced (Her Royal Harem #5) Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember #1) Outnumbered (Her Royal Harem: Ember #2) Outshone (Her Royal Harem: Ember #3) Their Promise (Her Royal Harem: Lily #1) Their World (Her Royal Harem: Lily #2) Their Princess (Her Royal Harem: Lily #3)

Brooklyn may have come from money, but it can''t buy her the one thing she wants most ... a pack. At thirty-eight years old, she''s well past her prime and has no prospects on the horizon. Her family thinks she''s going through a midlife crisis, being too picky, and running from her duty as an omega. Instead of arguing with her family to point out she''s been trying, and building her business, she decides to go on a well-deserved vacation. She doesn''t expect to run into three delicious frenemies from high school. After being rescued by them from kidnappers intent on breeding her, she has to decide whether to trust her nose or run from what could be a helping hand from fate. THIS IS A STANDALONE SWEET OMEGAVERSE, WHY CHOOSE ROMANCE WITH LOTS OF LAUGHS AND SECOND CHANCE ROMANCE.

When Nadia made a deal with a demon, she didn''t expect it to place a huge roadblock in the way of her goals. Joining a guild, she hopes to fill the void of not having a real family. That''s all she''s ever craved. Unfortunately, with near death experiences, meddling gods, and the possibility of having more than one fated mate, the goal seems harder than ever to attain. Can she keep her chin up and her rainbow hair shining bright, or will the darkness catch up with her? This is a standalone fantasy reverse harem romance, previously published as a vella story, but with BONUS scenes only available in the ebook and paperback.

In a game of gods and witches, some pawns only want freedom. Created from the bones of Achilles, Achillia was destined for more than being a simple servant. Trained by Ares and tested by Apollo, she is sent to the mortal world to open the door preventing the gods from returning. She finds help in an unlikely ally, and only together can she free the gods; if they don''t kill each other first.

Three warriors. One princess. A darkness that binds them all. A promise waiting to be fulfilled.When Princess Liliana of the Hybrids returns home, she finds herself being pursued by three powerful men from her past, her childhood friends wanting to complete a promise they made years ago - the protective jokester Kayden, the charming diplomatic prince Trey, and the brooding warrior Mason. Each man awakens something different within her, but also feeds the dangerous darkness she''s tried so hard to suppress. As demon portals appear throughout their realm, Lily''s powers grow stronger and more volatile. The darkness in her suitors'' auras responds to hers, creating a dangerous and seductive bond that both thrills and terrifies her. But can she trust her heart when her very nature might corrupt the men she''s growing to love? Will embracing her darkness lead to saving everything she holds dear or total destruction? This paranormal romance combines pulse-pounding action with heart-melting passion. If you love complex characters, steamy tension, and magical worlds, this tale will captivate your soul. Unleash your inner darkness and grab your copy today! Her Royal Harem: Lily is a trilogy of second chances, found family, and discovering the power within. For those enchanted by this realm of otherworldly passions and eager to explore more about their favorite characters, the complete "Her Royal Harem" series awaits, offering an even deeper dive into this enchanting paranormal universe. Recommended Reading Order: Royally Entangled (Her Royal Harem #1) Royally Exposed (Her Royal Harem #2) Royally Elected (Her Royal Harem #3) Royally Enraged (Her Royal Harem #4) Royally Embraced (Her Royal Harem #5) Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember #1) Outnumbered (Her Royal Harem: Ember #2) Outshone (Her Royal Harem: Ember #3) Their Promise (Her Royal Harem: Lily #1) Their World (Her Royal Harem: Lily #2) Their Princess (Her Royal Harem: Lily #3)

These two plays by renowned playwright Catherine Banks explore the stories of strong women as they work through their pasts. In Bitter Rose, after a morning of racing around the small liberal arts town where she lives in her bloodied wedding dress, Rose (43), barricades herself in the basement family room to examine her life. For sixteen years she has made small choices (she thought), but on the morning her husband leaves to meet with his female graduate student, she realizes the betrayal that is destroying her is that of the girl artist inside of her. Often painfully funny but with a brutal honesty, Rose confronts what is at the root of her terror of the blank canvas and makes the decision to begin her art. In Three Storey, Ocean View, Peg has brought her ailing mother, Ruth, to Nova Scotia. Peg sees the old three storey house by the sea as refuge, a place of safety for her mother and a place to begin again with her own angry daughter 14-year-old Zoe. However, when Ruth enters the house she is drawn into the lives of the women who once inhabited it. As the women of the house play out their stories Ruth gathers the courage to tell her own story and in the end, Ruth, Peg and Zoe choose grace over pain thereby offering a small new beginning.

Being adopted by a werewolf pack means Sarah''s life is never simple. No one ever said that living with werewolves was easy, but being the last witch certainly doesn''t make it any easier. With Nick by her side, Sarah is sent off to Moon Academy to be trained - and observed. Vampires, the fae, and a mysterious and secretive third party evidently have big plans for her, whether she likes it or not. In the coming year, she''ll need to keep her wits about her, learn to control her magic, and choose Guardians who can protect her against the threats she faces as the last of the witches. The truth will always come out, and Moon Academy is no exception. This is a full-length standalone whychoose young adult fantasy romance. The first 5 chapters of this story were previously published in the Realms & Rebels boxset.

Love. Responsibility. Pride. For Ainsley, turning eighteen means finding a mate - and fast. When she runs into an old acquaintance, it seems as though everything is falling smoothly into place. But it''s not. When the wolves begin growing more bold and aggressive, a tremendous truth, hidden from her by her parents, is revealed and Ainsley will be forced to make a decision for the good of herself and her people. The kind of truth that affects not only the present, but the future. The kind that changes everything. Ainsley is a Sekhmet, a lioness descended from the Goddess, and with that knowledge and power comes great responsibility. The only question she has left to ask herself is: can she do what''s right? **This is a slow burn reverse harem/#whychoose novel with a HFN.**

Things aren''t going like anyone planned and life keeps throwing one curve ball after another at Artemis and Ares. Can she live up to the prophecy or have they been wrong this entire time? Join them as they try to right the balance of light and dark in the final installment of the Artemis Lupine Series.

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The magic of first love...over and over again. This clean young adult collection includes witches, vampires, princesses, warriors, and, above all else, romance in five all-new reverse harem romances by some of today''s hottest authors of YA and clean teen fiction. Featuring:Water Warrior by Pauline CreedenOne test would be hard enough, but three may prove fatal.Flora''s mother passed away before they could ever meet. It didn''t affect her much, since she didn''t know the woman. But now the Council of Elders grows tired of waiting to see if the abilities Flora showed in one night were a fluke or proof she''s the genuine article.When she''s sent on an Odyssey-like quest with five young men, she discovers they are not only for her protection, but also vying for her affection. How is she supposed to focus on a quest with so much else to think about? Three Sons and Flower Moon by B. BrumleyPrincess Murasaki knows her future: Betrothal, marriage, and the end of her life as she preferred it. Nothing can protect her from her duty to continue her family line. Every princess must marry. But when her father is taken by the King of the North, she is saved by the gods--and granted not one, but three warriors.This is not the future she foresaw. But it just might be better than anything Muri could have imagined.Claws & Wings by Catherine BanksHer new friends might just be her salvation. Rebecca transferred to the human school to escape the Smith Brothers, but they followed her anyway. Her new friends run interference for her, but they aren''t what they appear to be. With enemies coming for her pack, she''s forced to ask her new friends for help. Can they defeat the enemy or will they destroy everything she holds dear? Cursed by Emily Martha SorensenLucy didn''t want to spend her high school years with a curse hanging over her head, but she doesn''t have much choice. She''s just inherited that burden from her aunt, and it''s a big one.Cursed to die within twenty years.Cursed to have her mind messed with magically. Cursed to have all the boys at school fall in love with her.Well, maybe it''s not so bad to be cursed.Witch Hunt by Ivy Hearne and Ava EdwardsFor years, Aurelia''s been held prisoner by her Aunt Cezara, who''s been stealing Aurelia''s magic to rule the forest realm. When a handsome vampire hunter saves her from an arranged marriage, she has a chance at a real life, even on the run--especially once they''re joined by an elfin soldier and a warlock healer. But to find true freedom, they''ll have to fight to overthrow Cezara''s rule--a more dangerous undertaking than they can even imagine.

This book was written to open blind eyes to the predators in the pulpits. Many are unaware of the spiritual warfare and the issues some leaders are dealing with. I pray this book will bring exposure, healing and deliverance to leadership.