The Spellshop

Sarah Beth Durst

A cozy fantasy romance set across a wondrous, ocean-spanning world, this story follows Marin, a resourceful supply runner whose loyal crew includes a sea serpent and a sailor shrub. When a routine visit to the capital draws her into danger—and back into the orbit of her friend Dax—she agrees to a convenient romantic arrangement that may prove more complicated than expected. As they sail between islands and prepare for a festive homecoming, Marin must reckon with old heartbreak, unexpected feelings, and the meaning of belonging. Filled with magical creatures, found family, gentle adventure, and a friends-to-lovers romance, this warmhearted tale celebrates the courage to find your own course.