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Here are some great books, both new and old, to dip your toe into other worlds, realms, or a twist on our current times.

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Dark Lover

Dark Lover

by Ward, J. R.

Book - 2018

In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there's a deadly turf war going on between vampires and their slayers. There exists a secret band of br...Show more In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there's a deadly turf war going on between vampires and their slayers. There exists a secret band of brothers like no other-six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. Yet none of them relishes killing more than Wrath, the leader of The Black Dagger Brotherhood. The only purebred vampire left on earth, Wrath has a score to settle with the slayers who murdered his parents centuries ago. But, when one of his most trusted fighters is killed-leaving his half-breed daughter unaware of his existence or her fate-Wrath must usher her into the world of the undead-a world of sensuality beyond her wildest dreams. Show less

In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there's a deadly turf war going on between vampires and their slayers. There exists a secret band of br...Show more In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there's a deadly turf war going on between vampires and their slayers. There exists a secret band of brothers like no other-six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. Yet none of them relishes killing more than Wrath, the leader of The Black Dagger Brotherhood. The only purebred vampire left on earth, Wrath has a score to settle with the slayers who murdered his parents centuries ago. But, when one of his most trusted fighters is killed-leaving his half-breed daughter unaware of his existence or her fate-Wrath must usher her into the world of the undead-a world of sensuality beyond her wildest dreams. Show less

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Song of Blood & Stone

Song of Blood & Stone

by Penelope, L.

Book - 2018

Enduring life as an outcast from a homeland where her Earthsong talents are feared, orphan Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in protecting the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. Enduring life as an outcast from a homeland where her Earthsong talents are feared, orphan Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in protecting the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. Show less

Enduring life as an outcast from a homeland where her Earthsong talents are feared, orphan Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in protecting the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. Enduring life as an outcast from a homeland where her Earthsong talents are feared, orphan Jasminda helps care for an injured spy, Jack, who enlists her help in protecting the protective mantle around two nations that are preparing for war. Show less

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Capture the Crown

Capture the Crown

A Gargoyle Queen Novel

by Estep, Jennifer

Book - 2021

Gemma Ripley has a reputation for being a pampered princess who is more interested in pretty gowns, sparkling jewelry, and other frivolous things than lea...Show more Gemma Ripley has a reputation for being a pampered princess who is more interested in pretty gowns, sparkling jewelry, and other frivolous things than learning how to rule the kingdom of Andvari. But her carefully crafted persona is just an act to hide the fact that Gemma is a powerful mind magier—and a spy. Gemma is undercover, trying to figure out who is stealing large amounts of tearstone from one of the Ripley royal mines when she encounters Prince Leonidas Morricone of Morta—her mortal enemy. Gemma tries to steer clear of the handsome prince, but when she finds herself behind enemy lines, she reluctantly joins forces with Leo. Show less

Gemma Ripley has a reputation for being a pampered princess who is more interested in pretty gowns, sparkling jewelry, and other frivolous things than lea...Show more Gemma Ripley has a reputation for being a pampered princess who is more interested in pretty gowns, sparkling jewelry, and other frivolous things than learning how to rule the kingdom of Andvari. But her carefully crafted persona is just an act to hide the fact that Gemma is a powerful mind magier—and a spy. Gemma is undercover, trying to figure out who is stealing large amounts of tearstone from one of the Ripley royal mines when she encounters Prince Leonidas Morricone of Morta—her mortal enemy. Gemma tries to steer clear of the handsome prince, but when she finds herself behind enemy lines, she reluctantly joins forces with Leo. Show less

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A Stitch in Time

A Stitch in Time

by Armstrong, Kelley

eBook - 2020

Thorne Manor has always been haunted--and it has always haunted Bronwyn Dale. As a young girl, Bronwyn could pass through a time slip in her great-aunt's ...Show more Thorne Manor has always been haunted--and it has always haunted Bronwyn Dale. As a young girl, Bronwyn could pass through a time slip in her great-aunt's house, where she'd visit William Thorne, a boy her own age, born two centuries earlier. In the wake of a family tragedy, the house was shuttered and Bronwyn was convinced that William existed only in her imagination. Twenty years later, Bronwyn inherits Thorne Manor. Show less

Thorne Manor has always been haunted--and it has always haunted Bronwyn Dale. As a young girl, Bronwyn could pass through a time slip in her great-aunt's ...Show more Thorne Manor has always been haunted--and it has always haunted Bronwyn Dale. As a young girl, Bronwyn could pass through a time slip in her great-aunt's house, where she'd visit William Thorne, a boy her own age, born two centuries earlier. In the wake of a family tragedy, the house was shuttered and Bronwyn was convinced that William existed only in her imagination. Twenty years later, Bronwyn inherits Thorne Manor. Show less

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The Slaughtered Lamb Bookstore and Bar

The Slaughtered Lamb Bookstore and Bar

by Kelly, Seana

eBook - 2020

Fierce, lovable heroine Sam Quinn was attacked, raped, and turned into a werewolf seven years ago. She is the lone werewolf in the city of San Fransico th...Show more Fierce, lovable heroine Sam Quinn was attacked, raped, and turned into a werewolf seven years ago. She is the lone werewolf in the city of San Fransico that is ruled by Master vampire Clive, who takes it upon himself to protect Sam as she is being stalked all over again by those from her past. Show less

Fierce, lovable heroine Sam Quinn was attacked, raped, and turned into a werewolf seven years ago. She is the lone werewolf in the city of San Fransico th...Show more Fierce, lovable heroine Sam Quinn was attacked, raped, and turned into a werewolf seven years ago. She is the lone werewolf in the city of San Fransico that is ruled by Master vampire Clive, who takes it upon himself to protect Sam as she is being stalked all over again by those from her past. Show less

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The Ex Hex

The Ex Hex

by Sterling, Erin

Book - 2021

Nine years ago, Vivienne Jones nursed her broken heart like any young witch would: vodka, weepy music, bubble baths - and a curse on the horrible boyfrien...Show more Nine years ago, Vivienne Jones nursed her broken heart like any young witch would: vodka, weepy music, bubble baths - and a curse on the horrible boyfriend. Sure, Vivi knows she shouldn't use her magic this way, but with only a scented candle on hand, she isn't worried it will cause him anything more than a bad hair day or two. That is until Rhys Penhallow, descendent of the town's ancestors, breaker of hearts, and annoyingly just as gorgeous as he always was, returns to Graves Glen, Georgia. What should be a quick trip to recharge the town's ley lines and make an appearance at the annual fall festival turns disastrously wrong. Vivi and Rhys have to ignore their off the charts chemistry to work together to save the town and find a way to break the break-up curse before it's too late. Show less

Nine years ago, Vivienne Jones nursed her broken heart like any young witch would: vodka, weepy music, bubble baths - and a curse on the horrible boyfrien...Show more Nine years ago, Vivienne Jones nursed her broken heart like any young witch would: vodka, weepy music, bubble baths - and a curse on the horrible boyfriend. Sure, Vivi knows she shouldn't use her magic this way, but with only a scented candle on hand, she isn't worried it will cause him anything more than a bad hair day or two. That is until Rhys Penhallow, descendent of the town's ancestors, breaker of hearts, and annoyingly just as gorgeous as he always was, returns to Graves Glen, Georgia. What should be a quick trip to recharge the town's ley lines and make an appearance at the annual fall festival turns disastrously wrong. Vivi and Rhys have to ignore their off the charts chemistry to work together to save the town and find a way to break the break-up curse before it's too late. Show less

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Witch Please

Witch Please

by Aguirre, Ann

Book - 2021

Danica Waterhouse is a fully modern witch. After a messy breakup, she makes a pact with her cousin: they'll keep their hearts protected and have fun, with...Show more Danica Waterhouse is a fully modern witch. After a messy breakup, she makes a pact with her cousin: they'll keep their hearts protected and have fun, without involving the overly opinionated Waterhouse matriarchs. No need to add criticism on top of heartache! Titus Winnaker has family trouble of his own. After a tragic loss, all he's got is his sister, his bakery-Sugar Daddy's-and a romantic curse that's left him doomed to be alone. Until he meets Danica. The sparks are instant, their attraction irresistible. For him, she's the one. To her, he's forbidden fruit. Can a modern witch find love with an old-fashioned mundane who refuses to settle for anything less than forever? Show less

Danica Waterhouse is a fully modern witch. After a messy breakup, she makes a pact with her cousin: they'll keep their hearts protected and have fun, with...Show more Danica Waterhouse is a fully modern witch. After a messy breakup, she makes a pact with her cousin: they'll keep their hearts protected and have fun, without involving the overly opinionated Waterhouse matriarchs. No need to add criticism on top of heartache! Titus Winnaker has family trouble of his own. After a tragic loss, all he's got is his sister, his bakery-Sugar Daddy's-and a romantic curse that's left him doomed to be alone. Until he meets Danica. The sparks are instant, their attraction irresistible. For him, she's the one. To her, he's forbidden fruit. Can a modern witch find love with an old-fashioned mundane who refuses to settle for anything less than forever? Show less

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Payback's A Witch

Payback's A Witch

by Harper, Lana

Book - 2021

The witch is back and ready for revenge with a little help from her friends in this fresh, sizzling rom-com by Lana Harper. Emmy Harlow is a witch but not...Show more The witch is back and ready for revenge with a little help from her friends in this fresh, sizzling rom-com by Lana Harper. Emmy Harlow is a witch but not a very powerful one - in part because she hasn't been home to the magical town of Thistle Grove in years. Her self-imposed exile has a lot to do with a complicated family history and a desire to forge her own way in the world, and only the very tiniest bit to do with Gareth Blackmoor, heir to the most powerful magical family in town and casual breaker of hearts and destroyer of dreams. But she's determined to do her familial duty; spend some quality time with her best friend, Linden Thorn; and get back to her real life in Chicago. On her first night home, Emmy runs into Talia Avramov - an all-around badass adept in the darker magical arts - who is fresh off a bad breakup... with Gareth Blackmoor. And now she wants revenge. Only one question stands: Is Emmy in? But most concerning of all: Why can't she stop thinking about the terrifyingly competent, devastatingly gorgeous, wickedly charming Talia Avramov? Show less

The witch is back and ready for revenge with a little help from her friends in this fresh, sizzling rom-com by Lana Harper. Emmy Harlow is a witch but not...Show more The witch is back and ready for revenge with a little help from her friends in this fresh, sizzling rom-com by Lana Harper. Emmy Harlow is a witch but not a very powerful one - in part because she hasn't been home to the magical town of Thistle Grove in years. Her self-imposed exile has a lot to do with a complicated family history and a desire to forge her own way in the world, and only the very tiniest bit to do with Gareth Blackmoor, heir to the most powerful magical family in town and casual breaker of hearts and destroyer of dreams. But she's determined to do her familial duty; spend some quality time with her best friend, Linden Thorn; and get back to her real life in Chicago. On her first night home, Emmy runs into Talia Avramov - an all-around badass adept in the darker magical arts - who is fresh off a bad breakup... with Gareth Blackmoor. And now she wants revenge. Only one question stands: Is Emmy in? But most concerning of all: Why can't she stop thinking about the terrifyingly competent, devastatingly gorgeous, wickedly charming Talia Avramov? Show less

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And They Lived Happily Ever After

And They Lived Happily Ever After

A Magical OwnVoices RomCom

by Beharrie, Therese

eBook - 2021

"Romance author Gaia Anders has a secret: anything she dreams at night is magically written into her bestselling novels...[H]er dream life is the onl...Show more "Romance author Gaia Anders has a secret: anything she dreams at night is magically written into her bestselling novels...[H]er dream life is the only one she trusts...Workaholic businessman Jacob Scott has had a crush on his brother's best friend, Gaia, since forever-but he never expected to literally share her dreams...But Gaia has secrets from her past she won't reveal. And Jacob's attempts to keep the peace in his own fractured family puts him up against her deepest fears" Show less

"Romance author Gaia Anders has a secret: anything she dreams at night is magically written into her bestselling novels...[H]er dream life is the onl...Show more "Romance author Gaia Anders has a secret: anything she dreams at night is magically written into her bestselling novels...[H]er dream life is the only one she trusts...Workaholic businessman Jacob Scott has had a crush on his brother's best friend, Gaia, since forever-but he never expected to literally share her dreams...But Gaia has secrets from her past she won't reveal. And Jacob's attempts to keep the peace in his own fractured family puts him up against her deepest fears" Show less

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Neon Gods

Neon Gods

by Robert, Katee

Book - 2021

Society darling Persephone Dimitriou wants nothing to do with her mother's ambitions. She has plans to leave the ultra-modern city of Olympus and start he...Show more Society darling Persephone Dimitriou wants nothing to do with her mother's ambitions. She has plans to leave the ultra-modern city of Olympus and start her life far away from the backstabbing and politics. But that all goes down the drain when her mother ambushes her with an engagement to Zeus, the dangerous power behind their glittering city's dark facade. With no options left, Persephone flees Olympus and makes a devil's bargain with a man she once believed was a myth...a man who awakens her heart andher body to a world she never knew existed. Show less

Society darling Persephone Dimitriou wants nothing to do with her mother's ambitions. She has plans to leave the ultra-modern city of Olympus and start he...Show more Society darling Persephone Dimitriou wants nothing to do with her mother's ambitions. She has plans to leave the ultra-modern city of Olympus and start her life far away from the backstabbing and politics. But that all goes down the drain when her mother ambushes her with an engagement to Zeus, the dangerous power behind their glittering city's dark facade. With no options left, Persephone flees Olympus and makes a devil's bargain with a man she once believed was a myth...a man who awakens her heart andher body to a world she never knew existed. Show less

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From Blood and Ash

From Blood and Ash

by Armentrout, Jennifer L.

Book - 2020

Chosen from birth to usher in a new era, Poppy's life has never been her own. The entire kingdom's future rests on Poppy's shoulders, something she's not ...Show more Chosen from birth to usher in a new era, Poppy's life has never been her own. The entire kingdom's future rests on Poppy's shoulders, something she's not even quite sure she wants for herself. And when Hawke, a golden-eyed guard enters her life, destiny and duty become tangled with desire and need. Forsaken by the gods and feared by mortals, a fallen kingdom is rising once more, determined to take back what they believe is theirs through violence and vengeance. Poppy is not only on the verge of losing her heart and being found unworthy by the gods, but also her life when every blood-soaked thread that holds her world together begins to unravel. Show less

Chosen from birth to usher in a new era, Poppy's life has never been her own. The entire kingdom's future rests on Poppy's shoulders, something she's not ...Show more Chosen from birth to usher in a new era, Poppy's life has never been her own. The entire kingdom's future rests on Poppy's shoulders, something she's not even quite sure she wants for herself. And when Hawke, a golden-eyed guard enters her life, destiny and duty become tangled with desire and need. Forsaken by the gods and feared by mortals, a fallen kingdom is rising once more, determined to take back what they believe is theirs through violence and vengeance. Poppy is not only on the verge of losing her heart and being found unworthy by the gods, but also her life when every blood-soaked thread that holds her world together begins to unravel. Show less

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Darkness Dawns

Darkness Dawns

by Duvall, Dianne

eBook - 2011

When she rescues a wounded stranger, teacher Sarah Bingham, landing in the middle of a battle between rogue vampires and powerful immortals, is drawn to this compelling man who needs her as much as she needs him. When she rescues a wounded stranger, teacher Sarah Bingham, landing in the middle of a battle between rogue vampires and powerful immortals, is drawn to this compelling man who needs her as much as she needs him. Show less

When she rescues a wounded stranger, teacher Sarah Bingham, landing in the middle of a battle between rogue vampires and powerful immortals, is drawn to this compelling man who needs her as much as she needs him. When she rescues a wounded stranger, teacher Sarah Bingham, landing in the middle of a battle between rogue vampires and powerful immortals, is drawn to this compelling man who needs her as much as she needs him. Show less

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A Promise of Fire

A Promise of Fire

by Bouchet, Amanda

Book - 2016

Despite her reputation as a Kingmaker, soothsayer Catalia "Cat" Fisa has turned her back on both the magic-wielding elite who use their gifts to...Show more Despite her reputation as a Kingmaker, soothsayer Catalia "Cat" Fisa has turned her back on both the magic-wielding elite who use their gifts to oppress their subjects and the non-magical upstarts who would use her powers to further their own political agendas. She succeeds by disguising herself as an elderly fortune teller in a traveling circus until she's captured by Griffin, a warlord who needs Cat's assistance to defend his realm. Dismissing him as yet another power-hungry political player, Cat comes to revise her opinion as he defends her from assassins. - Description by Gillian Speace. Show less

Despite her reputation as a Kingmaker, soothsayer Catalia "Cat" Fisa has turned her back on both the magic-wielding elite who use their gifts to...Show more Despite her reputation as a Kingmaker, soothsayer Catalia "Cat" Fisa has turned her back on both the magic-wielding elite who use their gifts to oppress their subjects and the non-magical upstarts who would use her powers to further their own political agendas. She succeeds by disguising herself as an elderly fortune teller in a traveling circus until she's captured by Griffin, a warlord who needs Cat's assistance to defend his realm. Dismissing him as yet another power-hungry political player, Cat comes to revise her opinion as he defends her from assassins. - Description by Gillian Speace. Show less

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A Hunger Like No Other

A Hunger Like No Other

by Cole, Kresley

eBook - 2006

Seeking revenge for years of torture from the vampire horde, Laclain MacRieve, leader of the Lykae Clan of werewolves, abducts the ethereal Emmaline, a yo...Show more Seeking revenge for years of torture from the vampire horde, Laclain MacRieve, leader of the Lykae Clan of werewolves, abducts the ethereal Emmaline, a young woman who is half Valkyrie and half vampire, and finds himself falling in love with his captive. Show less

Seeking revenge for years of torture from the vampire horde, Laclain MacRieve, leader of the Lykae Clan of werewolves, abducts the ethereal Emmaline, a yo...Show more Seeking revenge for years of torture from the vampire horde, Laclain MacRieve, leader of the Lykae Clan of werewolves, abducts the ethereal Emmaline, a young woman who is half Valkyrie and half vampire, and finds himself falling in love with his captive. Show less

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Slave to Sensation

Slave to Sensation

by Singh, Nalini

eBook - 2006

Changeling Lucas Hunter persuades Sascha Duncan, a member of a race of psychics who are forbidden to feel emotions, to help him find the killer of several Changeling women. Changeling Lucas Hunter persuades Sascha Duncan, a member of a race of psychics who are forbidden to feel emotions, to help him find the killer of several Changeling women. Show less

Changeling Lucas Hunter persuades Sascha Duncan, a member of a race of psychics who are forbidden to feel emotions, to help him find the killer of several Changeling women. Changeling Lucas Hunter persuades Sascha Duncan, a member of a race of psychics who are forbidden to feel emotions, to help him find the killer of several Changeling women. Show less

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Some Girls Bite

Some Girls Bite

by Neill, Chloe

Book - 2009

When graduate student Merit was attacked by a vampire, her life was saved by yet another who decided to turn her into the walking dead, yet trying to figu...Show more When graduate student Merit was attacked by a vampire, her life was saved by yet another who decided to turn her into the walking dead, yet trying to figure out her place at Hyde Park mansion amongst her new vampire friends is becoming quite challenging, especially after she determines that she is still being targeted by an unknown entity. Show less

When graduate student Merit was attacked by a vampire, her life was saved by yet another who decided to turn her into the walking dead, yet trying to figu...Show more When graduate student Merit was attacked by a vampire, her life was saved by yet another who decided to turn her into the walking dead, yet trying to figure out her place at Hyde Park mansion amongst her new vampire friends is becoming quite challenging, especially after she determines that she is still being targeted by an unknown entity. Show less

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Burn for Me

Burn for Me

by Andrews, Ilona

Book - 2014

Nevada Baylor is faced with the most challenging case of her detective career: a suicide mission to bring in a suspect in a volatile case. Nevada isn't su...Show more Nevada Baylor is faced with the most challenging case of her detective career: a suicide mission to bring in a suspect in a volatile case. Nevada isn't sure she has the chops. Her quarry is a Prime, the highest rank of magic user, who can set anyone and anything on fire. Show less

Nevada Baylor is faced with the most challenging case of her detective career: a suicide mission to bring in a suspect in a volatile case. Nevada isn't su...Show more Nevada Baylor is faced with the most challenging case of her detective career: a suicide mission to bring in a suspect in a volatile case. Nevada isn't sure she has the chops. Her quarry is a Prime, the highest rank of magic user, who can set anyone and anything on fire. Show less

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Ice Planet Barbarians

Ice Planet Barbarians

by Dixon, Ruby

Book - 2021

You'd think being abducted by aliens would be the worst thing that could happen to me. And you'd be wrong. Because now the aliens are having ship trouble,...Show more You'd think being abducted by aliens would be the worst thing that could happen to me. And you'd be wrong. Because now the aliens are having ship trouble, and they've left their cargo of human women-including me-on an ice planet. We're not equipped for life in this desolate winter wasteland. Since I'm the unofficial leader, I head out into the snow to look for help. I find help all right. A big blue horned alien introduces himself in a rather... startling way. Show less

You'd think being abducted by aliens would be the worst thing that could happen to me. And you'd be wrong. Because now the aliens are having ship trouble,...Show more You'd think being abducted by aliens would be the worst thing that could happen to me. And you'd be wrong. Because now the aliens are having ship trouble, and they've left their cargo of human women-including me-on an ice planet. We're not equipped for life in this desolate winter wasteland. Since I'm the unofficial leader, I head out into the snow to look for help. I find help all right. A big blue horned alien introduces himself in a rather... startling way. Show less

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