Channie Series by Charlotte Abel

A stand-alone Channie/Hunter short story (about 5,000 words) that takes place before the beginning of Enchantment. You do not need to read this story before beginning Enchantment, Book One of The Channie Series.Book One: EnchantmentBook Two: TakenBook Two.Five: Love HurtsBook Three: Finding Valorwww.CharlotteAbel.com

While other girls are wearing push-up bras, Channie Belks is trying to hide the fact she's a witch. Sorta hard to do after her parents slap a chastity curse on her for flirting with "dirty-minded, non-magical, city-boys." She can't even walk by a hot guy without zapping him. There's a way to break the curse; but one mistake could kill her. It's not worth the risk ... until she meets Josh. Suddenly, the threat of death isn't such a deal-breaker.

In this second installment of The Channie Series, Josh and Channie learn that there is more to a relationship than just love. They are tested physically and emotionally as the tough choices they are forced to make affect not only their future together but their very existence. With a war brewing, Josh is expected to fight and claim his rightful place as a leader of the clans, as foretold in The Book of the Dead. Channie doesn't want him to risk his life fighting a war he doesn't believe in... moreIn this second installment of The Channie Series, Josh and Channie learn that there is more to a relationship than just love. They are tested physically and emotionally as the tough choices they are forced to make affect not only their future together but their very existence. With a war brewing, Josh is expected to fight and claim his rightful place as a leader of the clans, as foretold in The Book of the Dead. Channie doesn't want him to risk his life fighting a war he doesn't believe in. But the fate of all mages will be determined during the final battle. Will they take the path that was fated for them or will they run? The risks are high but the rewards are even higher. less

"Love Hurts" A Channie Series companion novelette (approximately 8,000 words).What really happened between Kassie and Hunter on Valentine's Day?***WARNING: This story is told from Hunter's POV and takes place in a hotel room, so yeah, it's steamy.***Book .5: The GatheringBook 1: EnchantmentBook 2: TakenBook 2.5: Love HurtsBook 3: Finding Valor

Book 3 of The Channie Series Josh awakes with no recollection of the previous six months of his life, including his relationship with Channie. Not only is it hard for him to believe that he's married and his wife was kidnapped, but accepting that he is a mage and prophecies of the Book of the Dead are almost impossible... moreBook 3 of The Channie Series Josh awakes with no recollection of the previous six months of his life, including his relationship with Channie. Not only is it hard for him to believe that he's married and his wife was kidnapped, but accepting that he is a mage and prophecies of the Book of the Dead are almost impossible. Will he be able to save Channie from her mother's dark magic before she is sacrificed? And more importantly, will he live up to his power-name and find Valor in time to save all the clans? Not suitable for young teens. less

Enchantment: When Channie Belks moves from her home in the Ozark mountains to a suburban Colorado high school, she tries to hide the fact she's a mage. It might have worked until her parents slapped a chastity curse on her for flirting with "dirty-minded, non-magical, city-boys." She can't even walk by a hot guy without zapping him. There's a way to break the curse; but one mistake could kill her. It's not worth the risk... moreEnchantment: When Channie Belks moves from her home in the Ozark mountains to a suburban Colorado high school, she tries to hide the fact she's a mage. It might have worked until her parents slapped a chastity curse on her for flirting with "dirty-minded, non-magical, city-boys." She can't even walk by a hot guy without zapping him. There's a way to break the curse; but one mistake could kill her. It's not worth the risk. Until she meets Josh…a BMX champion with a dazzling smile, washboard abs and the bluest eyes she’s ever seen. Suddenly, the threat of death isn't such a deal-breaker. Taken: In this second installment of The Channie Series, Josh and Channie are tested physically and emotionally as the tough choices they are forced to make affect not only their future together but their very existence. The risks are high but the rewards are even higher. Finding Valor: Josh awakes with no recollection of the previous six months of his life, including his relationship with Channie. Will he be able to save Channie from her mother's dark magic before she is sacrificed? Bonus Novellas: Love Hurts The Gathering ***WARNING*** The characters in this book swear. They also think about, talk about and sometimes engage in sexual behavior. less