✨ Bookish Stuff: Get Forbidden Gift For 99¢ ✨
Mar 04, 2026 9:01 pm
This is your chance to discover an unexpectedly twisted tale that unfolded at a Teutonic brothel in Wels, Austria back in 1955....
Did that catch your attention? 😝
Forbidden Gift, a standalone fantasy romance novella in the Elemental Gifts series, is only 99¢ in honor of the changing seasons. If you've read Gift of Snow, then you've already met both heroes of Forbidden Gift—Radomir, a musician and refugee from Eastern Europe who crossed paths with the misty, seemingly gruff land-owning Teuton priest, Gustav.
And, well, the rest is history.
Or so you'd think.
Until you reached the final chapters of Gift of Snow and got completely blindsided (along with snowy heroine Nelke) by the appearance of a young, sassy witch who seems to get along with Radomir and Gustav equally.
Wait.
Wut? 🤨
(So Nelke thought.)
Forbidden Gift will be just 99¢ on all major retailers throughout the month of March, so grab it now and dive in for all the background Nelke never learned!
*Please note this book is an MMF romance, so if that's not your thing, just slide on by. The majority of my books involve MF relationships; but not everyone's straight in the Teuton world, just like in ours! 💖
Other Bookish Deals
There are a LOT of discounted and free book events happening this month, which means you'll hear from me more than you did in February. Because every time indie authors come together to promote bookish deals, we all have to do our part and share with our readers. Let's start with new releases and limited-time discounts on Amazon. A variety of romance genres here ⬇️
Now for those of you who (like me) buy your books from Smashwords because then you actually own the freaking ePub file! 🙌 Smashwords' annual Read An EBook Week lasts from now through March 7th, and I'm all in!
All of the books in my two complete series are half off:
And the books in my two ongoing series are 25% off:
Round out your collection of C.L. Carhart books from Smashwords, and then dive into other great deals during the sale by clicking the graphic.
We've also got a pair of multi-book bundles on itch that you definitely want to check out, since itch is another retailer where you get to own your ePub files. Check out 32 books featuring triumphant ladies for International Women's Day, and then skip over to a slightly larger bundle of books featuring characters on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum ⬇️
Once you're done snatching up one or both of those bundles, your e-reader won't be feeling lonely any time soon. 😁
Just in case you still need more books, here are this month's BookFunnel promos for you to check out.
Other Books You Might Like
Found two intriguing stories that might capture your reading mood this week. The first one's discounted to 99¢ on all retailers, while the other is free with newsletter signup. Whether you're into enchanted princesses woven with whispers of fate, or a 1900s arranged marriage sprinkled with Edwardian magic...and an odd painting...indie authors have got you covered.
An adopted princess.
When Princess Amarante’s father was killed by the orcs in an unnecessary war, she knew that her fate would change forever. But for the sake of peace, she was willing to do whatever it took to keep her people safe.
Even marry the orc who killed her beloved father.
A coveted mage.
Tristan was not surprised when the young princess called upon him. He might have hidden his gifts all his life, but there were still those who knew about them. Yet, one look at her beauty and he knew—
He’d do anything to save the girl who spoke to his magic.
And the prophecy tying their fates.
So when Tristan embarked to rescue the princess from a marriage that would otherwise be her death sentence, it was not only her life depending on him.
Unbeknownst to him, the fate of the magical world rested on his shoulders. Would he be able to fulfill a prophecy scried centuries ago and receive the kiss of fate, or would the magic of his world be lost forever?
Can a chivalrous lord and his clear-sighted wife find love together?
As a child, Richard dreamed of knighthood and gallant deeds. As a grown man, he is committed to doing his best as an officer of the Guard, as a Lord of the land, and as a father. Living up to his oaths is easy. Being a good husband is much more of a challenge.
Alysoun has done everything expected of a woman in her position. She has married well and had two clever, healthy children. That's not enough. Richard is kind, but increasingly distant. Alysoun herself has pain and fatigue magic can't fix. In truth, she is isolated and more than a little bored.
When Alysoun visits a new museum exhibit, she sees something odd in one of the stained glass pieces. Investigating could bring her closer to Richard or at least give them something to talk about. But it might threaten his position or even his life.
I hope you find lots of enthralling reads to keep your muses occupied while our world's going through another tough season. Sometimes things look hopeless in real life, but we can focus on bringing light and beauty to those small areas we can control. And keep our brains occupied with fantastical tales where good triumphs over evil in the end. 💖
If you missed my last email and would like to give your feedback on my still-frothing ideas for a YouTube channel where I read my own books out loud and provide 'weirdo author commentary' on them, please fill out the Google Form linked below. I want YOUR feedback if you'd be interested in watching or listening to videos like that ⬇️
https://forms.gle/Jk7v7D5BbypcJAxd6
Wishing you a wonderfully weird week, and happy reading!
Talk to you soon,
C.L. Carhart
Get Forbidden Gift for 99¢:
https://bf.clcarhart.com/5t5i9q9zq7
All C.L. Carhart books discounted on Smashwords:
https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/C.L.Carhart
New releases and sales on Amazon:
https://www.romanceandbooks.com/
International Women's Day Itch Bundle: