Top new fantasy books out this week: 5 Oct - 11 Oct 2025
Last updated:
October 11, 2025
This week featuring new releases by Nicholas Sparks, M. Night Shyamalan, Mitch Albom, Ali Hazelwood, Martha Wells, Nina Frost, دعاء عبد الرحمن, مشاعر غالية, Nghi Vo, Cate C. Wells, Larry Correia, Tiffany Roberts and many more.
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Remain by Nicholas Sparks, M. Night Shyamalan
A one-of-a-kind novel that grapples with the supernatural mysteries of life, death, and human connection—an unprecedented collaboration between the globally bestselling author of love stories like The Notebook and the renowned writer and director of blockbuster thrillers like The Sixth SenseWhen New York architect Tate Donovan arrives in Cape Cod to design his best friend’s summer home, he is...north-america · usa · massachusetts · romance · mystery · fiction · paranormal · suspense · fantasy · supernatural -
![Twice by Mitch Albom]()
Twice by Mitch Albom
What if you got to do everything in your life —twice? The heart of Mitch Albom’s newest novel is a stunning love story that dares to explore how our unchecked desires might mean losing what we’ve had all along.When he is eight years old, Alfie Logan discovers the magical ability to get a second chance at everything. He can undo any moment and live it again...fiction · contemporary · fantasy · literary-fiction · young-adult · drama · magical-realism · romance · low-fantasy · book -
![Mate by Ali Hazelwood]()
Mate by Ali Hazelwood
A Human hybrid and an Alpha Were claw against the bonds of fate in the highly anticipated companion novel to the New York Times bestselling Bride.Serena Paris is orphaned, pack-less, and one of a kind. Coming forward as the first Human-Were hybrid was supposed to heal a centuries-long rift between species... -
![Queen Demon by Martha Wells]()
Queen Demon by Martha Wells
From the breakout SFF superstar author of Murderbot comes the remarkable sequel to the USA Today and Sunday Times bestselling novel, Witch King. A fantasy of epic scope, Queen Demon is a story of power and friendship, of trust and betrayal, and of the families we choose... -
![Empire of Reckoning and Ruin by Nina Frost]()
Empire of Reckoning and Ruin by Nina Frost
Can love conquer all when the odds are impossibly stacked?After weeks of chaos spent defeating the drachen and burning the dead god Narc’s bones in a phoenix fire to save the people of Tirene, Lark eagerly awaits the culmination of her unexpected but extraordinary love story with Sterling...romance · fantasy · dragons · magic · enemies-to-lovers · shapeshifters · royalty · fiction · high-fantasy · female-mc -
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![ولا في الأحلام by دعاء عبد الرحمن, مشاعر غالية]()
ولا في الأحلام by دعاء عبد الرحمن, مشاعر غالية
مقدمة عندما نسأم عالمنا ونتمرد عليه ونكره هواءه الملوث بدماء أحبائنا وترابه المخلوط برفاتهم الطاهر ,,نحاول أن نبتعد عنه بأرواحنا قليلاً ونسبح في ( خيالاتنا ) الوردية التى ننسجها كيفما نشاء فننصر فيه الحق بحد القلم ونقطع رقبة الظلم بمداده .فنشعر بالإنتصار والإنتشاء ونحن نرى الباطل يضمحل ويتراجع ويخبو بين سطور أوراقنا وفي أحلامنا بعد ان تفشي وانتشر في عالمنا الحقيقي وكاد أن يدهس رقابنا . -
![A Mouthful of Dust by Nghi Vo]()
A Mouthful of Dust by Nghi Vo
Hunger makes monsters in this dark new tale in Nghi Vo's Hugo Award-winning Singing Hills Cycle.Wandering Cleric Chih of Singing Hills and their hoopoe companion Almost Brilliant come to the river town of Baolin chasing stories of a legendary famine...fantasy · lgbtq · fiction · high-fantasy · poc-mc · poc-author · action-adventure · epic · historical · book -
![Trade by Cate C. Wells]()
Trade by Cate C. Wells
When my husband replaces me with a younger model, I’m entered into the lottery and traded to an Outsider for fuel. I expect a wasteland, but when the bunker doors open, I see green trees, blue skies, and him—a man half my age with a stone-cold face and a machete strapped to his thigh. I’ll be lucky to escape him alive. That’s what we’ve been told all our lives...romance · dystopia · forced-proximity · sci-fi · audiobook · post-apocalyptic · fiction · survival · age-gap · enemies-to-lovers -
![Academy of Outcasts by Larry Correia]()
Academy of Outcasts by Larry Correia
A brand new fantasy world from Larry Correia, bestselling author of Monster Hunter International! All Oz Carnavon ever wanted was to become a master mage. Except, to do so requires the natural gifts or wealth necessary to secure an appointment to one of the prestigious magical academies in the Core City at the center of the seven realms. Oz had neither...fantasy · fiction · high-fantasy · magic · epic · action-adventure · progression-fantasy · litrpg · aliens · dark -
![The Delver by Tiffany Roberts]()
The Delver by Tiffany Roberts
She is the dawn after a long, dark night, and he will make her his.Urkot has always felt unappealing, undesirable. Unwanted. Scarred by war and lacking the grace and speed of other male vrix, he resigned himself to a life without a mate long ago and thought he was content with that fate.Everything changed when he met Callie. Beautiful, passionate, fierce, clever Callie. So small, so soft...romance · paranormal · sci-fi · monsters · mystery · time-travel · survival · action-adventure · fantasy · fiction -
![Holly by Adalyn Grace]()
Holly by Adalyn Grace
A mysterious and magical holiday novella set in the romantic, Gothic-infused world of Belladonna, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Adalyn Grace...romance · fantasy · young-adult · gothic · paranormal · historical-fiction · mystery · fiction · audiobook · historical -
![All of Us Murderers by K.J. Charles]()
All of Us Murderers by K.J. Charles
A genre-bending Gothic mystery with a strong LGBTQIA+ romance from beloved, award-winning author KJ Charles. As the mists descend, the gaslight flickers, and terror takes its hold, two warring lovers must reconcile in time to uncover the murderous mysteries of Lackaday House—and live to tell the tale...romance · mystery · historical · lgbtq · historical-fiction · gothic · fiction · mlm · paranormal · horror -
![Mayhem and the Mortal by Shanora Williams]()
Mayhem and the Mortal by Shanora Williams
Dungeons & Dragons meets The Wizard of Oz in this darkly hilarious romantasy adventure in which a young woman who will do anything to rescue her sister from an evil sorcerer's curse hires a ruthless assassin. They embark on a quest with a band of misfits, one of whom harbors a devastating secret that could ruin her fairy-tale ending...romance · fantasy · young-adult · sci-fi · epic · dark · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc · grumpy-mc · paranormal -
![The Women of Wild Hill by Kirsten Miller]()
The Women of Wild Hill by Kirsten Miller
A witty, spectacular, and timely tale of modern-day witches waging war on the patriarchy, from fan favorite Kirsten Miller, the author of The Change and Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books.There are places on earth where nature’s powers gather. Girls raised there are bequeathed strange gifts. A few have powers so dark that they fear to use them...fantasy · horror · fiction · magical-realism · witches-wizards · paranormal · magic · supernatural · literary-fiction · gothic -
![Heal Me: A Fated Mates Romantasy by Annie Anderson]()
Heal Me: A Fated Mates Romantasy by Annie Anderson
I swore I’d never take another mate.Not after the last one nearly broke me—bone, blood, and soul.So when Styx shows up at my door with a red dress, a cryptic invitation, and a look that says "trust me" (which I absolutely do not), I should’ve slammed the door in her smug face.Instead, I ended up at the All Hallows’ Eve Ball. In heels. Surrounded by strangers. And then… him... -
![The Artsy Girl's Guide to Mating with a Werewolf by Lola Glass]()
The Artsy Girl's Guide to Mating with a Werewolf by Lola Glass
My friend was abducted by a werewolf, so I went looking for her—and ended up mated to one too. Should I have seen this coming?Probably.Because this isn't the first time I've been trapped in a mate bond with some guy I don't know.My last mate was an abusive a-hole, and I have no desire to repeat that nightmare.But this guy is different.He's shy.Sweet, too.I find myself having fun teasing him... -
![The Crimson Throne by Sara Raasch, Beth Revis]()
The Crimson Throne by Sara Raasch, Beth Revis
Outlander meets Holly Black in this enemies-to-lovers romantasy set in the dazzling and dangerous Scottish court where a fae guardian of the realm falls in love with a charming Elizabethan spy who could also be the key to her world's undoing. From the New York Times bestselling authors of the Witch and Hunter duology, Sara Raasch and Beth Revis, comes the start to an incredible duology...romance · fantasy · young-adult · fae · enemies-to-lovers · multi-pov · sword-sorcery · myths · paranormal · fiction -
![Legacy of Desire by Larissa Ione]()
Legacy of Desire by Larissa Ione
The legacy continues… It’s a gritty new world.Three decades after the events of REAPER, the world is a different place. The secret is out. The existence of demons, vampires, shapeshifters, and angels has been revealed, and humans are struggling to adapt... -
![Savage Blooms by S.T. Gibson]()
Savage Blooms by S.T. Gibson
Adam has been in love with his best friend Nicola since college, but the closest he can come to admitting his feelings is inviting her to travel with him to Scotland in search of a legendary cave from his grandfather’s bedtime stories. When a storm washes out the road, Adam and Nicola find themselves at the mercy of Eileen, an eccentric aristocrat, and Finley, her brooding groundskeeper... -
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![Good Spirits by B.K. Borison]()
Good Spirits by B.K. Borison
“Good Spirits is an absolute knockout. A new Borison book feels like coming home in the best way. She's truly in a league of her own.” — Hannah Grace, New York Times bestselling author of IcebreakerThe USA Today bestselling author of Business Casual, B.K...romance · fiction · contemporary · paranormal · fantasy · season-winter · female-mc · holidays · ghosts · horror -
![The Finest Edge of Twilight: Dungeons & Dragons by R.A. Salvatore]()
The Finest Edge of Twilight: Dungeons & Dragons by R.A. Salvatore
Breezy Do’Urden is more than just the heir of legendary heroes. For the past decade, she has dedicated herself to the study of combat, magic, and more recently, to the elusive Way of Shadow, honing her body and mind into a keen and singular weapon. But even after years of effort, her parents, Drizzt and Cattie-Brie, struggle to see Breezy as more than just their little girl...fantasy · fiction · high-fantasy · dragons · mythical-creatures · sword-sorcery · action-adventure · paranormal · book · adult -
![The Ballad of Falling Dragons by Sarah A. Parker]()
The Ballad of Falling Dragons by Sarah A. Parker
☽ Raeve and Kaan will return in the highly anticipated sequel to the #1 internationally bestselling phenomenon, When The Moon Hatched...romance · fantasy · dragons · fae · high-fantasy · magic · fiction · paranormal · action-adventure · book -
![The Damned by Harper L. Woods]()
The Damned by Harper L. Woods
The New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller Harper L. Woods returns with The Damned, the next book in her unforgettable Coven of Bones series.Trapped.He fell through the gate to Hell to save my life.Beelzebub, the Lord of Gluttony, is no longer his own. He’s been mine ever since he caught me singing to myself, falling prey to the magic of my song. If I can keep my distance, we can both move on... -
![The Sacred & the Divine: A Novel by Kate Christensen, Melissa Henderson]()
The Sacred & the Divine: A Novel by Kate Christensen, Melissa Henderson
History, romance, and the occult come together in a mesmerizing tale of sisterhood, fate, and the darkness lurking in our world.Past, Present, Future. What do the cards say? Only the Wolfson sisters know.The year is 1848, and Daisy, Morrigan, and Avery Wolfson are skilled in the supernatural, particularly tarot readings... -
![Bait by Adriana Herrera]()
Bait by Adriana Herrera
Alma Corvado has spent all her twenty-nine years believing there was no world beyond the bunker she’d always called home. Bound by duty and the fickle whims of the council she has only ever indulged in one simple rebellion.When her act of defiance finds her being pushed out into the dangers of the outside, she discovers that the world never ended...romance · dystopia · sci-fi · audiobook · fantasy · post-apocalyptic · fiction · polyamory · lgbtq · friends-to-lovers -
![Trick Me by Mila Young]()
Trick Me by Mila Young
He’s the kind of wrong that ruins you for anyone else.I talk to the dead for a living, which means my social life is exactly what you’d expect—completely flatlined.But when a black envelope appears on my desk with an invitation to the All Hallows’ Eve Ball, the spirits whisper warnings in my ear. Stay away.I should have listened...romance · shapeshifters · fae · steamy · fantasy · witches-wizards · fated-mates · suspense · ghosts · stalking -
![Mockingbird Court by Juneau Black]()
Mockingbird Court by Juneau Black
In the latest installment in the beloved Shady Hollow series, everyone's favorite vulpine investigator Vera Vixen must contend with a cold-hearted killer—and the ghost of her own past.It's a crisp, cool autumn in Shady Hollow, and preparations are underway for the annual Harvest Festival... -
![Exorcise Me: MM Fantasy Romance by Callie Colby]()
Exorcise Me: MM Fantasy Romance by Callie Colby
They told me exorcisms were a battle for souls. They didn’t warn me about him.Lucien—tall, charming, impossibly smug—was supposed to be the evil I drove out. Instead, he’s the temptation that moved in. He laughs when I recite holy verses, leans in close enough to make me forget the words, and insists he’s not wicked—just lonely...romance · mlm · lgbtq · paranormal · demons · urban-fantasy · fiction · supernatural · fantasy · book -
![Atlas of Unknowable Things by McCormick Templeman]()
Atlas of Unknowable Things by McCormick Templeman
Perfect for fans of The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, with a modern gothic twist.High in the Rocky Mountains on a secluded campus, sits Hildegard College, a celebrated institution known for its scientific innovation and its sprawling, botanical gardens. Historian Robin Quain has been awarded a residency to examine Hildegard’s impressive collection of ancient manuscripts, but she has a secret...horror · dark-academia · fiction · mystery · gothic · audiobook · fantasy · supernatural · paranormal · suspense -
![A Gargoyle's Guide to Murder: An Accidental Alchemist Mystery by Gigi Pandian]()
A Gargoyle's Guide to Murder: An Accidental Alchemist Mystery by Gigi Pandian
A vanished body. A deadly bookshop. A country house party full of suspects. Can a living gargoyle and an alchemist decipher the clues before poisoned pages claim another victim?Dorian Robert-Houdin is used to living his life in the shadows, his existence only known to a few trusted friends...mystery · fantasy · paranormal · cozy · fiction · murder · urban-fantasy · contemporary · culinary · romantic-love -
![Heart of Iron by C.M. Alongi]()
Heart of Iron by C.M. Alongi
Fresh out of prison, Jennifer Charles (JC) is desperately trying to turn their life around and make things right, and seems to find a golden opportunity in CaFae Latte as an under-qualified but talented baker.However, they soon learn that, as dark and unfortunate as their own history is, it pales in comparison to their kind Fae boss, Violet...fantasy · urban-fantasy · audiobook · found-family · lgbtq · fiction · fae · literary-fiction · contemporary · vampires -
![Colin Gets Promoted and Dooms the World by Mark Waddell]()
Colin Gets Promoted and Dooms the World by Mark Waddell
WARNING! Under no circumstances must employees strike a deal with unauthorized personnel on Dark Enterprises property. Such behavior could result in death…or the end of the world.Colin is a low-level employee at Dark Enterprises, a Hell-like multinational corporation solving the world’s most difficult problems in deeply questionable ways...fantasy · lgbtq · fiction · urban-fantasy · low-fantasy · magic · demons · humor · horror · romantic-love -
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![Vampires at Sea by Lindsay Merbaum]()
Vampires at Sea by Lindsay Merbaum
Immortal beloveds Rebekah and Hugh are on vacation! Against a backdrop of ongoing war, this pair of chic emotional vampires from San Francisco sets off on a queer Black Sea Cruise, eager to relax, join an orgy, and feast upon their fellow passengers’ desires and sorrows...horror · fantasy · vampires · lgbtq · fiction · paranormal · contemporary · humor · supernatural · steamy -
![Cry Madness by Renee Rocco]()
Cry Madness by Renee Rocco
"I’d rather live a thousand years in a world where you ignore me than one second in a world without you.” —Maddox HathorneTHEY'RE ALL MAD HEREMaddox Hathorne is everything Alice Knightly doesn’t need, yet he’s everything she wants. At his best, he’s eccentric—at his worst, he’s psychotic... -
![Tempting the Fae Lord; The Gatekeeper's Weakness: MM Fantasy Romance by Lee Colgin]()
Tempting the Fae Lord; The Gatekeeper's Weakness: MM Fantasy Romance by Lee Colgin
They both want what they can’t have. Each other.Stolen at birth, Gale is a human in the snowy, northern lands of the fae. He loves the icy hills, the towering evergreens, and the majestic fortress he calls home, but he can’t help yearning for more.More. In the form of one handsome and lonely fae lord who holds himself just out of arms’ reach... -
![The Frog Prince by A.M. Rose]()
The Frog Prince by A.M. Rose
A man without a crown could still be a prince. But what about a monster?Adalwin has always been a prince.Born into royalty as the heir to the throne of Hallin, he was raised to rule a kingdom.Only, the one he receives is not the one he expected...romance · fantasy · mlm · retellings · magic · lgbtq · monsters · slow-burn · paranormal · multi-pov -
![A Heist for Filthy Rivals by Rebecca F. Kenney]()
A Heist for Filthy Rivals by Rebecca F. Kenney
A rollicking enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance in which two rival thieves, each the leader of their own crew, battle each other in an attempt to steal priceless treasure from a magical fortress. Prepare for mayhem, monsters, wicked banter, traps, and taunts as a cunning young thief competes against her cocky yet charming nemesis for the prize they both crave...romance · fantasy · enemies-to-lovers · magic · fae · action-adventure · fiction · holidays · paranormal · book -
![Ruthless Devotion by Rebecca F. Kenney]()
Ruthless Devotion by Rebecca F. Kenney
**SPECIAL DELUXE EDITION WITH STAINED EDGES, CHARACTER ART, AND MORE.**He was the other half of my soul—the mirror to my every dark desire. My destruction, my redemption, my my Heathcliff.Cathy Earnshaw's got the devil inside her—or at least that's what the small, cultish community she's spent her whole life trapped inside would say...romance · fantasy · retellings · paranormal · gothic · contemporary · small-town · new-adult · audiobook · fiction -
![Bought by the Revenant by Cara Wylde]()
Bought by the Revenant by Cara Wylde
I am a thing of horror.A failed experiment, stitched from mismatched parts. I carved out our place in the wastelands of Alia Terra, yet even my own kind, perfected by my work, avoids me. Hideous and utterly alone.Years ago, consumed by this loneliness, I sent my blood to a Marriage Temple, and to my surprise, I was matched to a maiden...
