Meg Ripley

I've always done my best to work hard and stand apart from my father's shadow, but it seemed like he was setting me up to fail. When he assigned me a new client, Adventure Isle--a run down amusement park in the middle of nowhere--I knew I'd have to find the investor of a lifetime to succeed. I was looking for a man with more money than sense.What I found was a man who had no money at all, but he did have a beautiful daughter, Shayne. A beautiful, ball-busting daughter that I wanted from the second I laid eyes on her.She controls his money, but she controlled my heart from just about the moment we met. She called herself Mary and I never had a chance. But just when I find myself in her bed, exactly where I want to be, she gets the call. Her father is dead; killed by a dragon.And things are about to get a whole lot more complicated when the woman of my dreams learns that I'm a dragon, too.**This is the first installment of the Dragons Of The Darkblood Secret Society series. Each story is a standalone and may be read in any order.Book 1: Playing With FireBook 2: Marked By FireBook 3: Enchanted By FireBook 4: Tempted By FirePlaying With Fire is a 30,000 word novella with steamy shifter scenes intended for readers 18+. Also available in ebook format.

In Woodfeast, the sequel to Necrology, Meg Ripley weaves revolutionary politics and dark fantasy for a blisteringly timely look at the rights, communities, and power of women. As war rages between fundamentalist Freemen and the Dirty, practitioners of outlawed magic, nine-year-old Rabbit and her siblings have no idea how to ensure their culture's survival. They have nine shards of the Woodfeast, a relic with unknown power, and a host of uncertain allies: Jane, a Dirty woman known to the Freemen as their apostate son; the Warrior, a beast formed from wolves; and Hyena, a storm razing the country and insisting that Rabbit must commit murder to be truly free. To protect Dirt, each other, and the nation, Rabbit and her friends must understand the history of the Freemen--and the women they tried to destroy--before the Freemen can unmake the source of Dirt itself.

"It's amazing what the spirit can cope with to preserve the body. My spirit is a mighty oak that just won't fall." In a fantastical aftermath of the Salem witch trials, magical women known as the Dirty have signed a contract swearing off their innate magic in exchange for freedom from violence by non-magical Freemen. Two hundred years later, in a Catskills orphanage, headmistress Whitetail has sprouted antlers-proof of a violated contract. When her wealthy benefactor visits, proposing marriage, her appearance sparks abuse. Rushing to her teacher's defense, eight-year-old Rabbit curses the Beard dead, and Whitetail's arrested on trumped-up charges. As Whitetail awaits her trial and execution, Rabbit is groomed as the Freemen's star witness and learns of the terrifying reality to which they aspire. With her magic at stake and a loose tooth in her mouth, Rabbit has little left to lose. And a revolution to gain.

I went from soaring in planes to soaring right into huge responsibilities. With the death of my mother, Queen Omera, my time had come. Ready or not, I had to face the wind with my feathers at my back and my Griffin beak held high. With my sister Althea in the thick of it, and my two other sisters off searching for the three mates that would bind their magic forever, I was clueless as where to even start. Waiting for a sign began to feel pointless...until an ill-fated fall from my weekly bungie adventures brought more than just exhilaration. My mind was focused on the danger ahead, those Dark Shifters threatening the very existence of our species, but magic and fate hid gifts around each corner. Alo, Frodi, and Arsenio weren't expected but they became my mind, body, and soul. But just because I've got my new family at my back, doesn't mean I'll win the fiery battle ahead. From beyond the grave evil stirs and its sights are set on the stone that calls to me in my dreams. As I climb the icy slopes to freedom for all, I can't help but wonder if I'll take them all with me into the frigid grounds below. Fate plays no part in the battle for the Shifters. This is a fast burn standalone reverse harem shifter romance. Readers 18+.

Stepping into the very large shoes my mother, Queen Omera, left behind was overwhelming. But you can't escape what's written in the stars. With my three sisters off in search of their own fated circle of three mates, my journey begins. Duty drives me to the deep and mystical hidden home of my own ancestors, the Grizzly Shifters. As luck, and a little magic from beyond, might have it, my own three fated stars, Minco, Billy, and Yansa stand waiting for me. Their protection goes beyond the exterior, a connection forged in centuries of prophecy and a deep yearning that leads me beyond intuition or education. But with the good always comes the bad. As I stand in the place my father once stood, staring out at my future, the fog begins to settle in, and I wonder whether my mates are for life, or if I was truly cursed from the start. This is a fast burn standalone reverse harem shifter romance. Readers 18+.

Being the only shifter of his kind, Special Forces Engineer Sergeant Garrison Stokes has never known the sense of family that comes with being part of a clan. With the holidays fast approaching, the dragon sees the rest of his Special Ops Shifter Force comrades getting ready to celebrate Christmas with their mates, and that only magnifies the issue. So when he's presented with a mission to investigate a mysterious case of shifter disappearances around Lake Tahoe, he jumps at the chance to get away from it all. But when he arrives, his inner dragon can't pull himself away from what's drawing him to the depths of the chilly lake.The last of Maren Stone's clan died off ages ago, and with no other dragons shifters left in the world, she's lived in relative solitude. Protecting her territory on Lake Tahoe has been getting more difficult over the years, thanks to the sprawl of tourism. Now, rumors of the lake monster the humans believe her to be are growing, and she's in more danger than ever before.But one night, when she comes face to face with another dragon in the lake, everything she's known to be true is turned on its head. And awakens the fire that's long been dormant in her heart.Finding each other proves to be the greatest Christmas gift they could have ever imagined. But with threats around every corner, will their dreams of finally having a mate be torn apart?Steamy shifter scenes inside Readers 18+.

Protective single dads. Sexy shifters thrust into sudden fatherhood. Adorable shifter babies guaranteed to tug at your heartstrings. Fated mates and happily ever afters. Find them all in this collection of eight hot shifter romances After being deployed to Afghanistan, I don't think I'll ever be right again. I can hardly keep my bear in check because of the PTSD that haunts me, and I'm ready to snap. So when I find out that my brother and sister-in-law were murdered-leaving me as the guardian of their little girl-I know I can't handle this alone. I'm in no state to be a father.I need a nanny, stat.I knew Jessie would help soothe little Peyton's heart.But I never expected her to capture mine.My bear knows Jessie belongs to him, but just my luck, she's not one of us.Will our unimaginable secret send her running for good?Grab Nanny For The Soldier Bear and the following standalone shifter daddy romances in this sizzling anthology: Nanny For The Soldier BearHolden's MateRanger RamonJackson's NannyWerewolf Baby DaddyDaddy Soldier BearAlpha's Secret BabyRoyal Dragon DaddyWARNING: Steamy shifter scenes inside Readers 18+.

After being ousted from his pack, Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Flint Myers has found a new sense of family in his Special Ops Shifter Force brothers. But ever the lone wolf, he still has a restless feeling gnawing at him, and he's not sure how to quell it. Soon after he's sent on a secret mission to infiltrate a pack in the Rockies, he realizes that finding a mate might be just what he needs to finally soothe the beast within-when he meets their Alpha's alluring sister.Audra Larson has just returned to her home pack with her little boy after a messy divorce, hoping to piece together a new life. But when her brother asks her to keep an eye on the newcomer, Flint, to make sure he's not a spy, Audra's wolf discovers he's something entirely else: her mate. The last thing she needs is another man in her life at this point, so she does her best to focus on the task at hand.When she happens upon Flint one night deep in the forest and overhears his phone call with the Force, Flint has no choice but to take her hostage. He must keep his cover and protect the integrity of the mission, but when tensions rise between these two shifters out in the middle of the woods, will they be able to ignore the howling of their inner wolves?Steamy shifter scenes inside Readers 18+.

I woke up from a terrible dream only to realize that it was real -- my friend Dean, this impossibly hot shifter cowboy, is the only man I know who can understand what I'm going through. He's the only person I know who will help me escape this nightmare. I need him now more than I would have ever imagined.MarisolBeing the daughter of a bullfighter and a former rodeo queen, I've seen thousands of cowboys come and go, but I've never laid eyes on any man as expertly skilled--or as sexy--as Dean Longstrider.Little did I know that over the summer, I'd discover an unexpected and dangerous side of myself--and Dean is the only person I know that I can turn to for help.DeanBeing in this business sure comes with its perks. I have more offers from ladies than I know what to do with, but thing is, none of that matters to me--I have my eye on one woman and one woman alone: Marisol. She's a great girl, and God, when I think about what I could do with those curves...it's enough to drive a man--or bear--buck wild.When Marisol told me she was in trouble this summer, I swore to do whatever it would take to keep her safe, to protect what's mine, even if it costs me the championship--or more...WARNING HOT love scenes with sexy shifters inside Readers 18+.

A portal ripped open, thrusting me into a strange new world.And then I met her.I must return to my guard post at once, but she ignites a fire in me strong enough to threaten the sacred vow I've made to protect the Crown.Now I must choose between honoring my kingdom and my inner dragon's fated destiny.But my dragon always gets what he wants.Steamy shifter scenes inside Readers 18+ only. A heart-pounding new series of standalone dragon shifter romances, Shifters Between Worlds is set in the same universe as Daddy Dragon Guardians.

A portal ripped open, thrusting me into a strange new world. And then I met her.I must return to my guard post at once, but she ignites a fire in me strong enough to threaten the sacred vow I've made to protect the Crown.Now I must choose between honoring my kingdom and my inner dragon's fated destiny.But my dragon always gets what he wants.Steamy shifter scenes inside Readers 18+ only. A heart-pounding new series of standalone dragon shifter romances, Shifters Between Worlds is set in the same universe as Daddy Dragon Guardians.

ElijahWhile fighting a fire blazing out of control in Big Bend, I saw Valentina and knew my life would never be the same. Try as I might, there was no denying my bear what he knew was his.We both gave in to what our animal sides craved so badly, and I reckoned she'd be mine forever. But just like that, she vanished without a trace.And I've got a feeling the local coyotes are to blame. Looks like I'll be taking matters into my own hands. Because, come hell or high water, Valentina will be mine.ValentinaAfter losing my father, Elijah was a beacon of hope shining on the darkness that consumed my heart.Between his slow, southern drawl and the intensity in his gaze, my inner bear roars to break free whenever he's near.So when Javier, the Alpha of Los Aulladores, demands I never see Elijah again, it seems impossible. But when he threatens my family, I have no choice. Javier is the reason my father is dead. Going against the coyotes and endangering my family would make my father's sacrifice meaningless, but I can't stand being without Elijah. I don't know how just yet, but I'll do everything it takes to be with my fated.And vengeance will be mine. Elijah's Mate is a 33,000 word standalone novella with steamy shifter scenes intended for readers 18+.

ElijahWhile fighting a fire blazing out of control in Big Bend, I saw Valentina and knew my life would never be the same. Try as I might, there was no denying my bear what he knew was his.We both gave in to what our animal sides craved so badly, and I reckoned she'd be mine forever. But just like that, she vanished without a trace.And I've got a feeling the local coyotes are to blame. Looks like I'll be taking matters into my own hands. Because, come hell or high water, Valentina will be mine.ValentinaAfter losing my father, Elijah was a beacon of hope shining on the darkness that consumed my heart.Between his slow, southern drawl and the intensity in his gaze, my inner bear roars to break free whenever he's near.So when Javier, the Alpha of Los Aulladores, demands I never see Elijah again, it seems impossible. But when he threatens my family, I have no choice. Javier is the reason my father is dead. Going against the coyotes and endangering my family would make my father's sacrifice meaningless, but I can't stand being without Elijah. I don't know how just yet, but I'll do everything it takes to be with my fated.And vengeance will be mine.Elijah's Mate is a 33,000 word standalone novella with steamy shifter scenes intended for readers 18+. Large Print Edition.

Sawyer Montgomery. What a name. Like honey to my ears to hear him say it in that sexy southern drawl.I'm not just attracted to him. I'm pulled to him by a force overriding my will.A force that wants us to be together.That's crazy, right? Fate isn't real.But if it is, it's just thrown me the biggest curveball of my life.I came to Big Bend to finish my paleontology thesis.Not to fall for their head Ranger.And definitely not to unearth a fossil of a freaking bear. Caught mid-shift.Sawyer's hiding a secret down here that's bigger than Texas.But how long before he finds out I've got one of my own?Steamy shifter scenes inside Readers 18+ only.

Beverly Hills, 1987The opulence and glamour of the eighties surround Cameron Collins in his job as a successful film producer, but the dragon is mostly immune to it. After losing his wife years ago when an uncontrollable mid-air shift sent her plummeting to her death, he knows he'll never find another woman like Tess. Now, their son Andy is the only thing that soothes his aching heart. Samantha Parker has decided to leave her Midwestern hometown behind-and hopefully, the relentless spirit that's been tormenting her thoughts along with it. After gossip spread about the preschool teacher being a medium, she feels she needs a new start and accepts the invitation from her longtime friend, Jane Vinson, to come to Los Angeles. Cameron's devastated when his nanny leaves to care for her ailing mother, and when he's introduced to Samantha, she seems like the perfect candidate. But when they meet, Samantha ignites a fire deep within Cameron's lonely soul. He feels guilty about his undeniable pull to her and knows he should keep his distance. Little does he know she has otherworldly experience that's not on her resume.When Samantha's contacted by the spirit realm in his home, will he send her packing, or will her visions play a role in healing his wounded heart so he can love again?Cameron's Nanny is a 33,000 word standalone novella with steamy shifter scenes intended for readers 18].

Beverly Hills, 1986It's a great time for talented shifters; even more so for Blane Vinson, Hollywood's hottest actor. Everyone is vying for this dragon's attention, from fans to celebrities, and directors are clamoring for him to star in their films. It's a busy life, but it's one he can handle thanks to his tenacious-and fetching-personal assistant, Courtney.Courtney, however, knows she's not living the life she wants. Being Blane's assistant is just a means of getting her foot in the door until she can go to back to college and become an entertainment lawyer. For now, she has to put up with her self-indulgent boss who rarely even pours himself a cup of coffee. Yet she can't deny the way his charms make the dragon inside her stir.But when a baby dragon is left on Blane's doorstep-along with a note saying he's her father-both of their lives begin to change, with Blane being blasted in the tabloids and Courtney taking on the additional role of his nanny. Both must come together to care for Amanda, but when they do, will the adorable blue-eyed child also be the catalyst that unites their hearts? Blane's Nanny is a 30,000 word standalone novella with steamy shifter scenes intended for readers 18+.

The majestic splendor of the vast Alaskan Southeast can be harsh and unpredictable-especially when it comes to finding a mate. But even in this most remote place, these bears are searching for a love that will warm their frigid hearts. Read all four stories of Meg Ripley's bestselling Werebears of Glacier Bay series in one collection, a wild ride brimming with twists and turns, mystery, emotion, humor and sizzle This exciting anthology includes: Alpha's Secret BabyMated To My Brother's Best FriendSnowed In With The Soldier BearShared Mates This paranormal romance collection features steamy shifter scenes and is intended for readers 18+.