In the distant future, human civilization lies in ruins. Monsters—both creatures and human—threaten the few survivors. The world's one hope is Kyrios, an omnipotent AI sworn to protect humanity. But Kyrios is fragmented, shattered to prevent Its takeover by the ultimate threat. In the hope of healing Itself and continuing Its mission, Kyrios enlists special individuals to discover and awaken Its parts. If these people can succeed despite danger, deception, and greed, one day, Kyrios might be whole.
One day, the world might be safe again.
LR Cafe's 2013 Best Series Runner Up
Welcome to Lang Downs, a safe haven for the lost and hurting.
In Inherit the Sky Caine Neiheisel comes to Lang Downs hoping for a fresh start, if foreman Macklin Armstrong is willing to help.
Chris Simms is barely managing to keep himself and his brother safe in Chase the Stars, when the men of Lang Downs offer him the chance he’s needed… and maybe a chance at romance as well.
In Outlast the Night, Sam Emery is out of a job and a marriage and looking for a refuge when he contacts his brother Neil at Lang Downs; Jeremy Taylor is looking for refuge, too, but can he find it at a rival station?
In Conquer the Flames, firefighter Thorne Lachlan comes to Lang Downs to defend it against a raging grassfire and meets Ian Duncan, but their own flames might fizzle if they can’t find a way to trust each other.
In Cherish the Land, Seth Simms and Jason Thompson have been best friends for years, but when Seth comes back to Lang Downs to stay, his dangerous secrets might drive them apart.
Philip Potter Series, which was previously known as Holiday Tales, by Michael Rupured.
Book geek Yancy Bell might have a nervous bladder, but he has a strong spirit, plenty of courage, and a big heart. Popular college jock Curt Donavan seems to have everything, except he’s haunted by his sexuality and terrified of being himself to the point where he thinks it might be easiest to simply end it all. Yancy puts a stop to Curt’s plans, but it’ll be a long and difficult journey toward coming out, coming together, and working toward their dreams. With each other’s understanding and support, this pair of opposites might make it to happily ever after.
What Ever Happened to Jan Phillips? by Michael Halfhill
Dan Wheeler thought he’d found lasting love and stability, but when it’s all taken away, can he take a chance on something new? In Dark Horse, Dan meets Evan Kaminski and Jeff Stevens while selling a horse and finds himself drawn to the pair of lovers. In Out of the Darkness, Dan is building a new life for himself in California with Evan and Jeff, but can the three of them find balance in their tumultuous relationship? In Of Dark and Bright, Dan, Evan, and Jeff have found their happily-ever-after—mostly—but when Dan’s long-lost sister shows up on their doorstep, the pressure may crack their foundations.