Ashley Barnich writing as A.M. Barnich
Romance in Every Realm—From Magic to Meet-Cutes
Welcome! I’m Ashley Barnich, a romance author who writes across two realms.
As Ashley Barnich, I craft heartfelt, hilarious contemporary romcoms.
As A.M. Barnich, I dive into magical worlds of fantasy and historical romance.
Whether you crave dragons or dating disasters, you’ll find stories full of heart right here.
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Coming Soon from A.M. Barnich
Embers of the Celestial Oath
Standalone Novel
In a realm where ancient magic once bound hearts in unity and hope, darkness has shattered the sacred covenant—leaving behind only scattered embers of a once-mighty oath.
Embers of the Celestial Oath follows Althea Dawncrest, a resolute wanderer with a painful past and an unyielding spark in her heart, as she embarks on an epic journey through haunted ruins, mystical realms, and forbidden archives. Confronting spectral voices of sorrow and gathering the precious remnants of lost legacy, Althea dares to rekindle a promise that can heal a fractured world.
As she battles the shadows of despair and witnesses miracles born from the collective strength of united souls, every tear and every act of compassion transforms into a luminous force against encroaching darkness. This sweeping tale of redemption, resilience, and transcendent unity invites you to immerse yourself in a world where grief is alchemized into hope and every heart holds the power to ignite a new dawn. Dare to join Althea on her quest and discover how even the faintest ember can blaze into an everlasting light.
TBD
Coming Soon from Ashley Barnich
A Rival in Florence
Cosmic Connections
When Stella inherits her Nonna’s trattoria in Florence, she dreams of turning it into a modern culinary gem. But her plans clash—literally—with Marco Bellini, the traditionalist chef across the street whose family restaurant is a neighborhood institution.
Their feud begins with petty squabbles and escalates into a full-blown food war. But beneath the flour fights and fiery debates, a simmering attraction begins to bubble. When a corporate chain threatens their beloved street, Stella and Marco must team up to save their restaurants—and maybe discover that love is the most unexpected ingredient of all.
A Rival in Florence is a heartwarming romantic comedy about food, family, and finding love in the most unexpected rivalries.