Sonja Dewing

Chen refused to spend her life as a maid. So she became a pirate instead. Now captain of her own ship, Chen has her sights set on the greatest treasure of her career-but she'll have to go undercover as a mere cook to claim it. Aboard a rival vessel, she discovers she's not the only one hiding in plain sight. Andy, a young sailor with secrets of her own, has lived her entire life disguised as a boy-a deception born from her father's shame and society's cruelty toward illegitimate daughters. As the hunt for treasure leads them through treacherous waters prowled by sea serpents and touched by ancient magic, Chen and Andy must navigate more than mythical beasts. In a world that demands women make themselves small, they've chosen to take up cutlasses instead. But freedom always comes at a price, and the greatest treasure may not be gold at all. A swashbuckling reimagining of Treasure Island that asks: what if the adventure belonged to the women all along? Filled with action, adventure, magic, and mayhem.

Weapons of Choice: The ThrillHers Anthology is a gripping collection of seven pulse-pounding thriller stories, each featuring strong, fearless women confronting danger head-on. From twisted murders to shocking betrayals, these tales explore the power of choice-especially when it comes to lethal weapons. Written by seven remarkable women authors, each story is packed with intrigue, suspense, and unforgettable heroines who refuse to back down. Prepare for a thrilling ride as these women face down their enemies, one weapon at a time. For readers who crave high-stakes action, compelling characters, and a dose of danger, this anthology delivers. Plenty of Ammunition by Deb Collins - Abby should just have stayed out of the whole thing, but her obsession with her brother-in-law and dedication to her sister have made that impossible. One dark and rainy night, Abby makes a snap decision that sets her on a path of ultimate deception. When she finds herself on the brink of being exposed, she knows the runaway train she set in motion won't stop until it destroys everything she loves. Deadly Evidence by Sonja Dewing - I can't figure out what's happening in my small town. People are dying, their bones found lying in their beds or in a pile; one even looked like they had been crawling when their flesh had disintegrated. The town psychic swears that a ghostly presence is haunting us. The preacher is sure that satan is in residence. They could both be right. I've lived here forty years and have never seen anything like this. As the sheriff, I need to put a stop to it. - Mora Gentry. Misdirection by Pat McGregor - Ripped from the headlines, Pat McGregor's "Misdirection" leads Health Department investigator Magnolia Mbele on a merry chase through diners & drive ins, searching for the poisoner who's picking victims at random and adulterating their food. The poisoner strikes close to home; will Magnolia be able to catch her villain before death takes her Mother? What Satisfies Hunger by Amy Rivers - Sharon wants nothing to do with her family, especially after her torturous life with her daddy. Unexpectedly, her daddy left her the house. Meanwhile, her half-sister is desperate to get her hands on it, over her dead body. And more...

The ultimate anthology of thrilling stories featuring strong female characters in isolated locations has arrived. The Unholy Script - by Dita Dow, Best-Selling AuthorDeep in the recesses of Vatican City, Emma must decipher an ancient codex. The text has the power to destroy the world. Can she figure a way out or will deciphering it be the last thing she does? Underworld - AK Weller, Best-Selling AuthorWhat scares an underworld assassin? Seffy is sure that someone is squatting in her new house, but so far she's only found a gaping hole in her basement and heard a whisper through a doorway. "Get out of my house." Lakeside Lodge - Sonja Dewing, Award-Winning AuthorSarah has spent all her savings on buying an old ski lodge. She's determined to make this place into the destination of choice in the Poconos, but she'll have to face down a ghost, an unknown squatter, and a secret she carries from her childhood. Hidden Waters - Kara Smith, Emerging AuthorSam had braced for a dull summer cut off from normal society. Yet, after her arrival in the secluded Canadian wilderness, she realizes that beneath its tranquil exterior mysteries yearn to be uncovered. The truths she finds is anything but expected. More Flexible Than Water - Pat McGregor, Best-Selling AuthorSurrounded by the waters of a catastrophic flood, Petra must keep her small landholding functional and at the same time fend off threats crawling out of the water. When her life is threatened, can she marshal her resources and overcome one final danger? Dust and Desperation - Amy Rivers, 2021 Indie Author of the YearAlone at night in the New Mexico desert, Hannah has escaped one nightmare and entered into a new one. Can she survive the elements long enough to find safety? Or will her captors find her first? Astrid- Courtney Mae, Emerging AuthorAstrid's trip was supposed to be relaxing. A trip to visit an abandoned town to inspire her writing. Who knew mistaken identity and kidnapping were on the itinerary.... The Evil Within - Saleema Ishq, Best-Selling AuthorAfter hours of being trapped within the claustrophobic interior of an elevator, someone finally hears Addison's cries for help. To her horror, they respond from inside the elevator, revealing an unsettling truth: Addison is not alone. The Evil Within is a story of self-advocacy, resilience, and grief that will take you for a thrilling ride. Isla del Coco - Deb Collins, Sonja Dewing, Dita Dow, and Saleema IshqA group of people are on an island for a memorial. Turns out their friend was murdered. Who will be next? Dog Days - Michelle Tennant Nicholson, Best Selling AuthorAlone in a house that's been the scene of a grizzly death,

AJ Bluehorse and Leslie Kicklighter are facing down demi-god Alex who's bent on world domination. They'll have to find the second staff of Viracocha before Alex does or he'll warp the world into his own vision which means destruction for the world as we know it. They must take on an Aztec god, one of Alex's disciples; decode the mysterious symbols found by Benedict Cecil Spafford hundreds of years ago, and discover the staff. Can they do it before time runs out? Or will the world be forever changed? This is book four (the final book) in this award-winning series Book 1: Toy of the Gods - Leslie Kicklighter agrees to go on a simple expedition, a tour of the Amazon on a luxurious, prototype hovercraft boat that promises to revolutionize travel. The only problem is an Inca god wants to use the passengers for his own agenda: finding someone to take over the mantle of his powers. Captain John Holbrook is having nothing but trouble because someone keeps sabotaging him. He doesn't trust Leslie and he definitely doesn't trust the local entrepreneur, Simon Leverence. The Inca god, Viracocha, takes over the body of a man named Sun CAstel, one of the tour guides, in order to get to know the passengers. When he can't figure out who is worthy of his powers, he strikes down the ship and strands everyone in the jungle, forcing them all to make their way through the jungle on foot.* * *Book 2: Gamble of the Gods - AJ Bluehorse was born on the Navajo Nation reservation in northwestern New Mexico. Her mother moved them out to New York City when AJ was little, and AJ is loving her New York apartment and job as a freelance programmer. Now she's being asked to come back to the Navajo reservation to help with a high-tech problem at the local casino. Someone's steeling a lot of money, and even with the casino's new computer system, they can't seem to track down the thief. She'd like to stay in New York and learn more about her new powers, but the call from her cousin to help in New Mexico is too great. Along the way she adopts some dogs, works with her boyfriend to learn what her powers can do, and investigates to hopefully find not only the person stealing money, but also a murderer who killed a young boy.* * *Book 3: Castoffs of the Gods - Leslie Kicklighter is distraught to realize that John Holbrook has gone missing in the Amazon during his search for his distant relative's last resting place. Leslie mounts a rescue effort and invites AJ Bluehorse along. AJ finds herself called back to the jungle as each night brings dreams of a hidden ancient city. Accompanying them is an old friend, Miguel, as well as two unknowns, Alex and Anya. Every person on this trip has their own reasons to be out in the jungle, and many don't care if they find John or not.

Award-winning Novel 2nd place in NM Press Women Communications Contest, finalist for the Silver Falchion "Castoffs of the Gods is an adrenaline rush in the Idol Makers series by Sonja Dewing... As ancient gods, ghosts, and cities blur reality for these modern explorers, get ready for danger, discovery, and dances with all manner of devils." - Lisa McCoyAdventurer Leslie Kicklighter and Mystery Sleuth AJ Bluehorse reluctantly head back into the Amazon jungle in search for their friend John Holbrook. They'll face hungry caiman, treacherous teammates, and a demi-god with anger issues. Along the way AJ must deal with her growing powers and ego given to her by an Inca god and Leslie has to maneuver through it all. Will they make it out alive? And if they do, will they ever be the same? Follow the adventures of Leslie Kicklighter and AJ Bluehorse in this thrilling sequel to Gamble of the Gods. Book 1: Toy of the GodsBook 2: Gamble of the GodsBook 3: Castoffs of the GodsBook 4: Relics of the Gods - The Final BookComing 2023

"Gamble of the Gods is a fun and sexy adventure that had me turning pages and wishing for more. Fans of Mercedes Lackey's Diana Tregarde series will find themselves just as enchanted by this worthy sequel to the Toy of the Gods." -Elisabeth Loya, AuthorAJ Bluehorse, a software developer, never counted on having to solve a murder on the Navajo reservation. If she doesn't find the malevolent skinwalker soon, she might be the next victim and the old gods will have to find someone else to save the world. AJ must face many things that she's not ready for, her family she left behind when she moved to New York, controlling her powers of fire without burning down the world, and learning to be a hero. Gamble of the Gods is the story of one woman's exploration of mystical powers with plenty of action, thrills, and adorable dogs. A perfect read for fans of Tony Hillerman.

When an Inca god strands a group of tourists in the Amazon, former adventurer Leslie Kicklighter must lead the group of tourists to safety, or face the ultimate consequences. They'll have to get past armed bandits hired to kill them, angry villagers who think they are out for their land, a banana plantation owner with a secret to keep and even drunken monkeys -- all while hoping the god doesn't want any more from them. Toy of the Gods is a story of one woman's heroism, and how a group of strangers band together and attempt to survive an impossible journey with plenty of action, sex, thrills, and fun. Toy of the Gods is the first book in the Idol Makers Series, an action/adventure romp with page-turning excitement. If you like Indiana Jones, Lara Croft- Tomb Rader, or the Repairman Jack novels then you'll love the first book in the series." This story has the charm, the humor, and the thrills that readers will love... Set in the vividly described Peruvian jungle, the story introduces a diverse set of characters." - raves Lit Amri from Readers' Favorite. Book Series OrderBook 1: Toy of the GodsBook 2: Gamble of the Gods - Coming in September 2019Book 3: Castoffs of the Gods - Coming in September 2020