Where magic reigns, trust is the rarest power of all.

In the shadowed nexus of Aethryn, where magic saturates every stone and whispers in the winds, chaos is not merely a condition but a constant companion. Riva Thorn and Kellan Delacroix, two seasoned Veilwardens, must set aside a rivalry steeped in misunderstanding to undertake a perilous mission. When a child bearing a mysterious power crucial for the stability of their world is snatched into the depths of this twisted realm, the stakes are higher than ever. Navigating a landscape that defies reality; where time flows unevenly and trees feed upon fear, requires more than skill; it demands trust and a new understanding. As the winter solstice thins the veil between worlds, Riva and Kellan discover that to save the child, they must not only confront the enigmatic Malachai but also the dark reflections of their own souls. Can they rewrite the destiny of two worlds, or will their own fears undo them? Veilbound is a standalone novelette by fantasy author Taylen Carver. Taylen's standalone fiction: Touched by Faelight Used Spells for Sale Roots of the Storm Veilbound Contemporary Fantasy Novelette ___ Praise for Taylen's standalone fiction: This story was so different from any "fae" book I've ever read. A dark what if? in a world much like our own with a terrifying fae twist. Fresh twist on the urban fantasy genre. This is the type of story sticks in the back of your head asking niggling questions. ___ Taylen Carver writes fantasy shaped by deep history, high stakes, and the quiet power of found family. Her stories aren't bound by tropes-they're rooted in myth, political undercurrents, and the kind of lived-in worldbuilding that makes the magic feel real. Whether it's contemporary fantasy, dystopian saga, or something harder to name, Taylen's work always delivers one thing: hope in the face of ruin. A finalist for the Aurealis Award for best fantasy novella in 2023, Taylen is one of the pen names of award-winning author Tracy Cooper-Posey. With over 200 titles to her name, Tracy writes across romance, science fiction, and fantasy, always drawn to the echoes of long-forgotten truths. She writes from Edmonton, Canada, fueled by Irish Breakfast tea, chocolate, and the kind of fiction that stays in your bones for years.