Toni Cabell
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When Toni told her fifth-grade teacher that she wanted to be a writer, neither of them expected Toni’s journey to include stints as a nurse’s aid, personal banker, instructional designer, real estate broker, systems analyst, and youth director. Toni is thrilled to be an indie author and does at least half her writing in the middle of the night, which may explain her wild plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Today, Toni writes award-winning, clean fantasy stories filled with strong FMCs, protective MMCs, imaginative magic, and romance that sizzles without the spice. Whether you’re a fan of fast-paced, YA fantasy adventures with a dash of swoon, or cozy urban fantasy packed with heart-stealing kisses and small town charm, you’re sure to find something to love. Toni’s novels have earned recognition from the Christlit Book Awards, the Wishing Shelf Book Awards, the Global Book Awards, and Indies Today Awards. She makes her home in a small village along the shores of Lake Michigan with her handsome husband and rambunctious Yorkie, where she enjoys generous supplies of strong coffee, too many pastries, and more books than she can ever read. Toni loves to stay in touch with her readers. Please sign up for her newsletter at tonicabell.com, where you can download a free novella.
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Lady Tanglewood: A YA Epic Fae Fantasy
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
He’s the Fae Lord who secretly loves her. She’s the future Liege promised to another. What happens next changes the fates of three kingdoms. Nari: Forbidden magic. Illegal breeding programs. Strange howls in the night. Nari knows the rumors about Arrowood. She certainly doesn’t need to hear them again from the young Fae Lord serving as a visiting ambassador from the fae realm. Nari is determined to go through with her arranged marriage, regardless of the dark prophecies surrounding her fiancé’s clan. It’s her duty to complete the rites of binding, and nothing is going to stop Nari from performing her duty…even handsome, mysterious Fae Lords with solemn gray eyes. Pryl: Nari Arlyss, the future Liege, is about to marry the wrong man. Her fiancé, with his slipshod magic skills, harsh laugh, and fondness for hunting wild boars, will never make her happy. The man is dashing to be sure, but he is also arrogant and potentially unstable. But the wedding is a few short weeks away. Once Nari is wed, no one, not even a Fae Lord, can help her. Nevertheless, Pryl intends to do everything in his power to protect Nari, right up until the moment she says her vows. "A rousing tale of magic, treachery, death, and love. All of this is told with flair and passion. A superb introduction to a series." –Amazon "Amazing novella! What more could you want? A coming of age tale with the heart of a lion. Love, betrayal, loss and new hope all in one tale. Once I picked this story up I could not put it down. More than a little excited to read on into the series. Imaginative writing with a true flair for magic!" –Amazon Lady Tanglewood is a high stakes fantasy adventure packed with betrayal, battles, loss, and ultimately, a sweet, clean romance. While it's technically the prequel to the Serving Magic series, you can read it at any time since it's a standalone story. |
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Lady Apprentice: A YA Epic Fae Fantasy
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
Wishing Shelf Book Awards - FINALIST Her homeland under siege. A dark sorcerer hot on her trail. All the prophecies say Linden can stop him. Who are they kidding? Linden is the worst mage apprentice at her school. Her latest disaster: accidentally destroying her classroom when a small hooded fae pops up inside the fireball she’s just conjured. Linden is sent to the headmaster’s office to be formally expelled, when she is saved by the bell—quite literally. Someone is frantically ringing the bell inside the watchtower overlooking the western frontier. Raiders are coming, in broad daylight, wearing the uniforms of the enemy army. In the days following the raid, rumors begin to fly about the invading commander, with dark powers and an even darker mission. And for some reason Linden has yet to fathom, he’s taken a personal interest in her and her unruly magic. Fans of Harry Potter and The Three Musketeers will love the strong, sassy heroines, protective heroes, magic, sword fights, and clean romance in Serving Magic, a YA epic fae fantasy series. Praise for the award-winning Serving Magic series: "A captivating fantasy adventure with a relatable female protagonist. Highly recommended!” (The Wishing Shelf, for LADY APPRENTICE) "Airy, fun and brimming with magic…a rollicking fantasy adventure of enchanting proportions.” (Indies Today, for LADY SPY) "This series has everything I love in a good young adult fantasy novel...a powerful protagonist, a strong plot, dry humor, and a romantic interest that our protagonist resists..." (Readers Favorite, for LADY LIEGE) |
Lady Mage: A YA Epic Fae Fantasy
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
Old fae magic. A new clan chief. And a crooked necromancer—has he brought back Linden’s worst nightmare? Although Linden is now a Master Mage, she’s struggling to adjust to her new duties. Her advisors are more concerned with keeping her safe than listening to her warnings about the dark magic gathering along the borders. But that all changes when a fae scout delivers shocking news: Mordahn has returned from beyond the grave. Even worse, he’s discovered the ancient places of power, which are fueling his war machine. Linden must team up with Mordahn’s arrogant nephew to destroy the places of power—but will they be able to save their homeland before it’s too late? Fans of Harry Potter and The Three Musketeers will love the strong, sassy heroines, protective heroes, magic, sword fights, and clean romance in Serving Magic, a YA epic fae fantasy series. Praise for the award-winning Serving Magic series: "A captivating fantasy adventure with a relatable female protagonist. Highly recommended!” (The Wishing Shelf, for LADY APPRENTICE) "Airy, fun and brimming with magic…a rollicking fantasy adventure of enchanting proportions.” (Indies Today, for LADY SPY) "This series has everything I love in a good young adult fantasy novel...a powerful protagonist, a strong plot, dry humor, and a romantic interest that our protagonist resists..." (Readers Favorite, for LADY LIEGE) 
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Lady Liege: A YA Epic Fae Fantasy
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
A stubborn clan chief. A missing brother. And the most powerful necromancer in three kingdoms. Will Linden have to choose between her duty and her heart? Linden knows it’s only a matter of time before Mordahn’s army attacks her nation. Everyone agrees with Linden’s plan to take the fight to Mordahn—everyone except the handsome, obstinate Chief of Arrowood. Linden and the clan chief part on bitter terms. Every prophecy predicts this is the final showdown between Linden and Mordahn, between the Liege of Faynwood and the darkest sorcerer in generations. Linden is determined to dispatch Mordahn once and for all, even if it means pursuing him into the realms of the dead. Fans of Harry Potter and The Three Musketeers will love the strong, sassy heroines, protective heroes, magic, sword fights, and clean romance in Serving Magic, a YA epic fae fantasy series. **Read the exciting conclusion to Linden's trilogy—and look for Mara's duology next!** Praise for the award-winning Serving Magic series: "A captivating fantasy adventure with a relatable female protagonist. Highly recommended!” (The Wishing Shelf, for LADY APPRENTICE) "Airy, fun and brimming with magic…a rollicking fantasy adventure of enchanting proportions.” (Indies Today, for LADY SPY) "This series has everything I love in a good young adult fantasy novel...a powerful protagonist, a strong plot, dry humor, and a romantic interest that our protagonist resists..." (Readers Favorite, for LADY LIEGE) 
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Lady Spy: A YA Epic Fae Fantasy
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
Wishing Shelf Book Awards - WINNER A dark fae uprising. A dashing fae wizard. And a growing anti-magic movement. Are Mara’s blades sharp enough to cut through such a tangled web? By day, Mara runs a clockwork toyshop. By night, she spies for the resistance. The last thing Mara needs is a ridiculously handsome fae to train in customer service and spy craft. Arnesto is persistent, bedazzling, and a twelfth-level fae wizard. He also casts spells in all the wrong places, talks more than he listens, and manages to get himself arrested. Mara is giving the incompetent fae one more chance to prove himself. When a fresh threat imperils both the human and fae realms, Mara and Arnesto must fight together. But are swords, magic, and a scrap of prophecy enough to save the kingdom? Fans of Harry Potter and The Three Musketeers will love the strong, sassy heroines, protective heroes, magic, sword fights, and clean romance in Serving Magic, a YA epic fae fantasy series. Praise for the award-winning Serving Magic series: "A captivating fantasy adventure with a relatable female protagonist. Highly recommended!” (The Wishing Shelf, for LADY APPRENTICE) "Airy, fun and brimming with magic…a rollicking fantasy adventure of enchanting proportions.” (Indies Today, for LADY SPY) "This series has everything I love in a good young adult fantasy novel...a powerful protagonist, a strong plot, dry humor, and a romantic interest that our protagonist resists..." (Readers Favorite, for LADY LIEGE) |
Lady Reaper: A YA Epic Fae Fantasy
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
Wishing Shelf Book Awards - FINALIST Global Book Awards - FINALIST Mara’s magic has stopped working—at the worst possible time! With chasms opening in the streets and chaos in the lower realms, should Mara seek help from the king of the elves? After rescuing thirty people, including Arnesto, from the dark faes, Mara’s physical injuries are healed—but her magic has never recovered—and her ensorcelled sword no longer responds to her touch. Even worse, Mara’s heart is bruised by Arnesto’s long absences and rambling explanations. Arnesto, however, has problems of his own. His brother’s spirit—along with many others in the lower realms—can’t cross over to the far shore—and Arnesto blames himself. Mara must find a way to work with Arnesto despite their differences and misunderstandings. But can she gain admittance to the elven king, find a cure for her magic, and save both worlds—the living and the dead—before time runs out? Fans of Harry Potter and The Three Musketeers will love the strong, sassy heroines, protective heroes, magic, sword fights, and clean romance in Serving Magic, a YA epic fae fantasy series. Praise for the award-winning Serving Magic series: "A captivating fantasy adventure with a relatable female protagonist. Highly recommended!” (The Wishing Shelf, for LADY APPRENTICE) "Airy, fun and brimming with magic…a rollicking fantasy adventure of enchanting proportions.” (Indies Today, for LADY SPY) "This series has everything I love in a good young adult fantasy novel...a powerful protagonist, a strong plot, dry humor, and a romantic interest that our protagonist resists..." (Readers Favorite, for LADY LIEGE) |
The Lightness of Water (Water Witch Book 1)
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
Wishing Shelf Book Awards - WINNER Christlit Book Awards - WINNER The only thing more dangerous than divining for water is falling in love with the enemy… Solace has always known she was destined for something greater. Whether protecting her sheep with her sling and stones, or using her rare water divining gift to help her neighbors, she embraces her sense of purpose with grace and a warrior spirit. Rhees has always known he was destined to die young. A precious few know his true identity, and fewer still believe it matters any more. But he is determined to help the thirsty people of Toresz—even if it means kidnapping the last living water diviner from her father’s house across the border. But in the kingdom of Toresz, the king owns all the water rights, and divining for water is against the law, punishable by death. Should Solace flee across the hills at her first chance of escape? Or risk everything—including her heart—in a daring race to help Rhees find water? Fans of Beauty and the Beast, the Hunger Games, and the Old Testament stories of King David will love this clean, Christian Romantasy. Praise for The Lightness of Water: "A true work of art. If you start reading it, don't plan on sleeping until you're finished!" (Louise Jane, CEO, Christlit Book Awards) "An exquisitely refined fantasy adventure that will keep you reading well into the night." (Indies Today) "A cleverly crafted fantasy packed full of mystery, adventure, and romance! Highly recommended." (The Wishing Shelf) "The Lightness of Water by Toni Cabell was a riveting novel that held my attention from the first chapter." (Readers Favorite) |
The Way of Water (Water Witch, Book Two)
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Fantasy, Teen & Young Adult
Christlit Book Awards - WINNER Global Book Awards - WINNER A newly crowned king. An inexperienced queen. An ancient law that shatters their lives—and their desert kingdom. Visitors from every land and province are traveling to Toresz for the new king’s coronation. The crown princess of neighboring Censarra arrives early. A day early, in fact. Forcing her way into the dress rehearsal, she delivers shocking news: according to the arcane laws governing royal marriage and succession, the new king and crown princess are betrothed! Solace faces a gut-wrenching choice. Should she remain in Toresz as the king’s paramour, living a life in the shadows, or strike out on her own? If she leaves, what becomes of the people who rely on her water divining skills for survival? And what becomes of the man who’s captured her heart? Fans of Beauty and the Beast, the Hunger Games, and the Old Testament stories of King David will love this clean, Christian Romantasy. Praise for The Way of Water: “An unforgettable, soul-stirring duology…long after finishing the book, I found myself still completely captivated.” (Louise Jane, CEO, Christlit Book Awards) "What a triumph! I've read many YA books, and this one is right at the top. The imaginative world building is unparalleled. So don't waste any time thinking about this one...it's a DEFINITE YES.” (The Kindle Book Review) "Fresh, wildly clever, and impossible to put down sequel. The enemy from the first book has been subdued but the peace and freedom that it brought does not last for long…I highly recommend this young adult fantasy book to readers of all ages. (Amazon Review) "Perfect ending for a brilliant duology! I really enjoyed this book. The insights into Lace's mind and her personal growth were beautifully written. I laughed and cried with the characters." (Amazon review) |
Rhyme, Riddle, and Romance: A Cozy Fae Romantasy
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Fantasy, Romance
She’s a grumpy faerie with a failing bakery and one very inept employee…too bad she can’t fire him. He’s a fastidious werewolf with a fondness for feng shui and one very sloppy boss…too bad he can’t quit. When Sophie inherits the Rhyme ’N Riddle Bakeshop from an elderly relation, it’s a dream come true for the faerie with the magic touch for baking. Even when she discovers she must employ her auntie’s former companion, Sophie figures it’s a small price to pay—until she meets him. Handsome-as-a-Norse-god Teddy has never seen the inside of a kitchen. The ridiculous werewolf sneezes at dust bunnies and would rather clean floors than bake cookies. What was her auntie thinking? Even worse, Sophie must provide Teddy with room, board, and a job for the next year or forfeit her inheritance. When Teddy turns up at the bakery to fulfill the terms of Miss Dragonfly’s will, he’s surprised to find a filthy faerie with attitude. If Sophie would just pick up her dirty socks and avoid placing eels in the bathtub, he might survive the next twelve months. But Sophie cleans up nicely, smells delightful, and does something to his heartstrings at the oddest moments. Now Teddy has a new problem: how can he avoid falling for his disheveled but delectable faerie boss? If you’re looking for no-spice, slow-burn romance with swoony kisses, second chances, and funny, heartwarming characters, don’t miss the Faeries of Door County, a cozy fae romantasy series for fans of K. M. Shea and Shari L. Tapscott. Set in the same interconnected world, each book is a happily-ever-after standalone story that can be read in any order. Praise for Rhyme, Riddle, and Romance: “Teddy and Sophie had me laughing from the start. The banter is so much fun, and the sparks, wow. Clean intense romance.” (Tenna, Goodreads) “Funny, sweet, and heartwarming! Yes, this book manages to be all three. Read it, you won’t regret it!” (Kitty, Goodreads) “Each book in this series just gets better and better! I absolutely loved Sophie, her grumpy personality was so relatable, and Teddy was pure perfection. I adored it!” (Heidireadsitall, Goodreads) “This is an amazing story! I loved every moment.” (Emeralddragonlady, Goodreads) |
Half a Faerie: A Cozy Fae Romantasy
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Fantasy, Romance
When a hunky, human rock star stands up at his best friend’s wedding, he never expects to encounter vampires, werewolves, and the woman of his dreams. But she’s not what she seems… she’s half a faerie. Will Rossi was the male half of the hottest singing-songwriting team in the country, until his ex-partner split up their act and left a trail of unflattering stories in her wake. With paparazzi hounding him and creditors harassing him, Will desperately needs a change of luck. Traveling to the Midwest for his buddy’s wedding isn’t the lucky break Will had in mind—until he meets the wedding planner—and now he can’t stop thinking about Cassia Spellman. Whatever it takes, Will must see her again, but first he’s getting his eyes examined—because everyone in her quirky town appears to have fur, fangs, or wings. Single mom Cassia has her hands full raising her faerie daughter and planning weddings for Door County’s supernatural population. The last thing she needs is Will Rossi in her life, with his velvety brown eyes and stubbled jawline. Besides, she can’t fall for him anyway—he’s human, she’s half faerie—and the elder council would never approve. Since Cassia and Will could never be together, she’s determined to stop thinking about him. Why can’t Rossi the Rocker just take a hint and go away? If you’re looking for no-spice, slow-burn romance with swoony kisses, second chances, and funny, heartwarming characters, don’t miss the Faeries of Door County, a cozy fae romantasy series for fans of K. M. Shea and Shari L. Tapscott. Set in the same interconnected world, each book is a happily-ever-after standalone story that can be read in any order. Praise for Half a Faerie: "The perfect blend of Hallmark Christmas movie with small town fantasy... (think Gilmore Girls)... and a romance as sweet as the first sip of hot chocolate on Christmas morning. (Cynthia, Goodreads Review) “From the very first line, I wanted a plush blanket and some hot chocolate while I escaped into this world! The vibes are sweet and cozy and I absolutely adored it!” (Beth, Goodreads Review) “Filled with swoony moments, holiday cheer, magical creatures, delicious food, and lots of happy weddings.” (Sarah, Amazon Review) "This clean fantasy romcom will forever be on my favorites list." (Absolutelyabbyreads, Instagram) |
Return to Mooncrest Inn: A Cozy Fae Romantasy
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Fantasy, Romance
She’s the woman he can’t forget. He’s the man she can’t forgive. When she returns home to help her ailing father, sparks fly... along with tail fins, fur, and fangs. Mona Lisa DeMaris is a witty mermaid who loves to travel and never got over that one guy from high school. She’s on temporary leave from her cruise director job to help her ailing father run Mooncrest Inn, the only five-star resort in Wisconsin designed for supernatural guests. Jake Grayclaw Spellman is a werewolf alpha who’s afraid of commitment and never got over that one girl from high school. He’s also the fire chief and mayor of Riddle Hill, a supernatural village in Door County. When Mona accidentally “wins” a date with Jake on New Year’s Eve, the evening ends in disaster... but not before feelings they’ve buried for years begin to resurface. While Mona is more convinced than ever Jake is the last man she could ever love... Jake is absolutely certain Mona is the only woman for him. But how will a Midwestern werewolf persuade a mermaid with wanderlust not to return to the sea? If you’re looking for no-spice, slow-burn romance with swoony kisses, second chances, and funny, heartwarming characters, don’t miss the Faeries of Door County, a cozy fae romantasy series for fans of K. M. Shea and Shari L. Tapscott. Set in the same interconnected world, each book is a happily-ever-after standalone story that can be read in any order. Praise for Return to Mooncrest Inn: "Fantastic romantic fantasy. I loved this book! No spice, just swoony kisses.” (Jessica, Amazon) "Sweet urban fantasy. An adorable romance between a headstrong mermaid and a hunky werewolf! The chemistry between Mona and Jake was off the charts! The slow-burn romance was definitely worth it.”” (Laura, Amazon) "I was pulled into this book from the first page... I love Riddle Hill and I can't wait to visit there again!” (Chelsea, Goodreads) “Loved it!!! This series is amazing! It is quirky and fun with tons of romance.” (Hannah, Amazon) |
