We’re proud to present the cover for The Blood Assassin by Samantha Shaye! Pre-order your copy today!
The Blood Assassin
Expected Release Date: February 3, 2026
Genre: Upper YA/ Dark Fantasy/ Vampires
Vampires who are assassins
Forbidden love
Found family
Secret society
Strong friendship
Betrayal
Hidden truths
No spice
In the shadows, the truth awaits, ready to shatter reality.
As a member of the prestigious vampire coven, the Assembly of Shadows, Bria Allen has trained her entire life to become an elite assassin, following in the footsteps of her revered parents. But when her best friend Luna and an entire sect mysteriously disappear, Bria’s loyalty is tested like never before.
Amidst the doctrines and surveillance of the coven, Bria must navigate a treacherous path filled with ancient rituals, frenzied vampires, and hidden conspiracies.
Will she keep the secrets to herself and follow safely in her family’s footsteps or dare to unveil the truth and stand alone against the Assembly?
In the spirit of Practical Magic and First Frost, a modern-day magic folk tale weaves a fantasy of love, secrets, spellbooks, and family bonds into evocative prose ….
It’s common knowledge in Duran Hill that some women in the Kinley family have certain gifts … and certain curses … running through their bloodlines. But for three sisters in all but name — Rachel, Juliette, and their cousin Sylvia — the ties that bind them close as ivy throughout their childhood are pulled apart in adolescence when both the gift and curse of that power is revealed between them.
Since that fateful incident, sensible Juliette has tailored a perfect and perfectly ordinary life which unravels after she marries — and loses — the love of her life. Sylvia, drawn to the dark side, sets up a shop that caters to all the mystical powers the latter generations of the Kinley family shunned. And Rachel, the wild child, in whom its magic seems to create a charmed life, is a carefree wanderer who finds herself suddenly drawn home again. Her arrival will stir old rivalries and test forgotten bonds in the brief span of a few weeks.
But when an old friend in desperate trouble seeks her out, she will impulsively unleash the dangerous secret behind their power: one which has lain forgotten in the Kinley house for two generations. From the Siren’s song of a dead man’s violin to a jar full of harmless-looking buttons, nothing under the shadow of the family’s roof is what it seems — nothing in their bloodline is safe from the dangerous past.
For Juliette, it brings a test of whether love that has withered can bloom again. For Sylvia, a question of whether a dangerous mistake can only be endured until it destroys you. And for Rachel, the choice is the price between the future of the souls she loves most in life and a powerful force that both makes her the enigma she is — and makes to destroy her like embers caught in a firewind.
Against the backdrop of Southern charm, Scottish superstitions, and bewitching romance, ABRACADABRA casts a spell which cannot be undone, from the ache of lost love to the familial links between souls which go as deep as blood and bone.
Evanne Hardin Gray has spent most of her adulthood (and part of her childhood) writing novels, short stories, and screenplays. She has family roots in both New England and the South, which is where she currently writes (sometimes as a ‘ghost’), gardens, and collects books and ideas for them.
Twitter: Evanne Hardin Gray (@Abracadabrabook) / X Facebook
My thoughts: As a child I was terrified of Baba Yaga travelling in her pestle and mortar with her house on chicken legs surrounded by a fence of bones. As a teenager I loved Practical Magic (still do) so this book really felt like it was written for me.
Juliette, Rachel, and their cousin Sylvia were close as children but had grown apart as teenagers and adults. When Rachel returns to their hometown, where Juliette now lives in the family’s old house and Sylvia runs a magic shop selling charms and tarot readings, trouble follows.
An old friend, Angela, asks for help, and Rachel and Sylvia oblige, but their help backfires and draws the spirit of an angry, half-forgotten ancestor back into the world. Their great-great-grandmother Ana is not a kindly ghost, she’s a vengeful, rage-filled monster. The three women must find a way to contain and stop her before she wrecks too much havoc and destroys the three of them.
Dark, filled with tragedy but also tinged with the hope of a brighter future, this is a story of sisterhood, the ties of the past, inherited chaos and redemption. I loved it.
*I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.
We’re proud to present the cover for the English edition of Omniscius Wholehearted by Natalie S. Gille!
Omniscius Wholehearted
Expected Release Date: December 11, 2025
Genre: Urban Romantasy/ Witches & Demons
Witch
Demons
Second Chance
Battle
Chaos
Slow Burn
Magic
A little Spice
When the heart is torn apart, there is nothing but darkness …
While Zonya tries to find out what dark force is threatening her Clan, she faces doubts from within her own ranks.
Questioned by her Coven, she struggles more and more with herself.
Moreover, Kieran remains stubborn and Xalus remains inscrutable to her. Has her fiancé been telling the truth all these years, or is he becoming increasingly entangled in his lies?
In the midst of the chaos, an old friend of her mother’s reveals a shocking secret to Zonya that throws her entire existence into turmoil.
All the while, the true enemy in the shadows threatens not only her Clan, but everything in this world …
We’re celebrating the release of The Sinuous Bargain of a Cowardly Prince, the first book in a new series by Kayliani Shi!
The Sinuous Bargain of a Cowardly Prince (The Shadowed Throne Chronicles #1)
Release Date: Oct 21, 2025
Genre: Romantasy
-Enemies to lovers
-Anti-chosen one
-Rejected fated mates
-Friends to lovers
-He falls first
-Teacher/master x student
-Strong fmc
-Soft, kind MMC
-High stakes
-Forbidden romance (between an elf and a human)
-Hero’s journey/ quest
She was his chance for redemption.
He was her key to freedom.
Prince Ramiel Faundor is a bastard. His entire existence is the second best-kept secret in a kingdom built on blurred lines. But when his dragon-slaying brother dies in battle, Ramiel must stand in his place in the kingdom’s coronation duel. There’s just one problem: thanks to the king’s intimidation, no noble or soldier dares to train him.
Ether Malaphon is a cutthroat elven warrior. Her hatred for humanity is etched into her soul, second only to her resentment for the fairies who killed her parents. Her world unravels when she’s dragged from her village to be sacrificed to a long-dead monarch. But fate intervenes when a certain desperate prince strikes a bargain that might save her life. If he rescues her, she must agree to train him for his duel.
As time runs out and enemies close in, Ramiel and Ether must navigate dark curses, buried secrets, and a history determined to repeat itself. But in a kingdom shaped by betrayal, victory may come at the ultimate cost.
We’re thrilled to announce the release of Frosthaven Bakery! We highly recommend you treat yourself to this gorgeous cozy fantasy romance today!
Frosthaven Bakery (Tales of Midwinter Haven #2)
Release Date: October 24, 2025
Genre: Cozy Fantasy Romance/ MM No Spice Romance
🍰 Cozy bakeries
👑 Fae princes
🩸 Vampire bakers
🧁 Found family
🌹 Fae/vampire romance
🍫 Chocolate
🍰 Baking competitions
❄️ Snowy small towns
💜 MM romance
🎄 Holiday romance
☕ Cozy Midwinter vibes
A chocolate-loving vampire. A meddling fae prince. A baking competition that could spell freedom…
Valentine never expected to become a vampire—let alone the proud owner of a cozy bakery. Now he’s tied to the Earl who turned him, a well-connected benefactor with a firm grip on Valentine’s future.
Midwinter Haven’s prestigious baking competition and its prize might be his golden ticket to freedom—all he has to do is defeat the best bakers in the realm.
No pressure at all.
But his dreams melt faster than chocolate in a double boiler when the arrogant Prince Anders accidentally ruins his signature sweets. Now, with Midwinter fast approaching, Valentine is stuck working with a guilty, meddlesome fae—whether he likes it or not.
Between baking disasters, the pair stumble upon a secret that could shake both their kingdoms. And falling for each other? That was never part of the recipe.
Frosthaven Bakery is a high-stakes cozy fantasy featuring m/m closed-door romance and irresistible Midwinter sweet treats! This book is part of the Tales of Midwinter Haven series, a collection of standalone cozy fantasies that can be enjoyed in any order.
Happy release day to author Catalina Matei, and congratulations on the release of The Imminent Power of Hope!
The Imminent Power of Hope (Vials of Fate Book 3)
Genre: Dark Romantasy/ Dragons
Release Date: October 23, 2025
Dragons
Fated mates
Found family
Secrets/ hidden truths
Banter
Strong FMC
Dual POV
Cunning gods
Unique magic
In a world that mended itself anew, free will was no longer a chain; it was the binder that tied a nation’s hope to its actions.
After a battle that ensured the human nation’s victory, things are about to change once more as Zadrohn vanishes with a powerful artefact in his possession.
Caught between a web of lies and her need to be everyone’s saviour, Tiadola must renounce more than her pride in order to see the continent safe. The search for her lover intertwines with the one of finding the god’s resting place.
Resilient and hopeful, can she be the one to liberate the world from millennia of injustices? In hope lies the power, and she is nothing if not hopeful.
We have a fantastic book rec for you all today! Check out new release, The Legend of Rosa by Jasmine Hernandez!
The Legend of Rosa (The Rosa Chronicles Book 1)
Release Date: October 10, 2025
Genre: Sci-Fi Fantasy
Cover Artist: @alrun.art
Superhero Origin Story
Magical Realism
Crime/Thriller
Romance
Revenge Story
In the shadows of Tampa, Florida, a ruthless gang leader known as El Cazador wreaks havoc, leaving a trail of terror and cryptic tarot cards at each crime scene. The Tower card, a haunting omen of destruction, is his sinister signature.
Florence, a determined and sharp-witted attorney, is thrust into this dark world when her fiancé, Kevin, is brutally murdered on the night of their engagement. Devastated and fueled by vengeance, Florence discovers her engagement ring now holds mystical powers, transforming her into Rosa, a fearless and powerful superhero.
With her newfound powers, Rosa vows to avenge Kevin’s death and dismantle El Cazador’s reign of terror. By day, Florence continues her investigative work as an attorney, gathering clues and intel. By night, Rosa takes to the streets, using her magical abilities to protect the innocent and bring justice to Tampa.
From the sun-kissed streets of Tampa to the darkest corners of the underworld, Rosa’s quest for vengeance becomes a legendary force. Will she outsmart El Cazador and shatter his grip on the city, or will his cunning prove too powerful?
The Legend of Rosa is a thrilling tale of love, loss, and redemption, infused with magical realism and Latin American culture.
The book contains mature themes, violence, and murder.
If you enjoy fairy tale retellings we have a couple of great recommendations for you! We’re also gifting one lucky ready hardcover copies of each book!
Until the Last Page
Publication Date: October 1, 2024
Genre: Fantasy Romance
Portal Fantasy
Fairytale Retellings
Witty Banter
Enemies to Friends to Lovers
For Fans of Princess Bride & Once Upon a Time
One Bed (A pillow, and a bowl of soup)
Discover what happens when a young woman unexpectedly finds herself inside a book of fairytales where she is charged with breaking a frog prince’s curse and searching for a way home.
Every good fairytale begins with “Once Upon a Time,” or they’re supposed to at least. But for twenty-five year old Josephine Hart, her “Once Upon a Time” began with her literally crash landing inside a book of fairy tales and nearly crushing a frog—who is actually a prince. An annoying, snarky frog prince named Aneurin, seeking the kiss of true love to break his curse. He vows that if Jo agrees to help him find his princess, he will get her home.
With every turn of the page, their adventure leads them deeper into fairytales familiar to Jo. Through their journey, they discover that despite their initial clashing, they’re both exactly what each other needs. It is only when they encounter a devious man with a talent for spinning straw into gold that they realize just how quickly their plot can take an unexpected twist.
TW: Fantasy violence, intended cannibalism in Hansel and Gretel, poisoning and attempted murder in Snow White, depiction of drowning, classism, sexism
A Diamond Bright and Broken (The Gifted Mage)
Publication Date: November 5, 2024
Genre: YA Epic Fantasy
Tangled Retelling w/ FMC as Flynn Ryder Character
Ride or Die Sisters
Wheelchair Rep
LGBTQ+ Rep
Family Secrets
Biracial FMCs
Mages w/ Unique Magic
Discover the founder of Diversity is Lit Bookclub’s debut where one girl’s magical power is both a gift and a curse.
Sixteen-year-old Cadence was born with the ability to cry tears of diamonds–a secret talent her parents have abused to climb the royal ranks thanks to the infinite source of wealth. At their command, she cries diamonds to pay for the pricey treatments for her sister’s neuromuscular disorder. Regardless of the pain, she’ll do anything for her sister, who weakens by the day.
When the prince heckles Cadence at the King’s Summer Solstice Ball about her sister’s disability while dancing in the ballroom, she’s left on the verge of tears, threatening to expose her power. She is saved by a mysteriously charming girl who sweeps in to take the next dance—and the single diamond Cadence cried. The stranger reveals the Magi Queen sent her to tell Cadence that she’s a mage, and that her power is a curse.
Yearning to discover the secrets behind her powers, Cadence sets off for the City of Magi. To claim the life she wants, Cadence must embrace her power—before she loses the bright spots in her otherwise sad existence. After all, even diamonds can shatter.
Check out this gorgeous cover for Nightwither by Lana B. Knight. Pre-order now and read the first book on Kindle Unlimited while you wait!
Nightwither (The Starheart Saga #2)
Expected Release Date: April 14, 2026
Genre: Romantasy
– High Fantasy
– Epic World Building
– Dragons
– Found Family
– Enemies to Lovers- Unlikely Allies
– Who did this to you?
– Shadow Daddy
– Banter
– Morally Grey FMC
– A Court of Mist and Fury Vibes
Stella arrives in her mother’s homeland, Myera, a realm of unfamiliar creatures, magical lands, and values that challenge her core beliefs. Nothing could have prepared her for the responsibility of her mother’s legacy. With a long history of tension rising and a civil war on the horizon, Stella is forced into her role as the Starheart to heal old wounds.
Navigating a treacherous web of politics and power as the realm begins to fracture, Stella must be a pillar of strength and stability even as she quietly unravels beneath the weight of her own unmet expectations. But the greatest challenge doesn’t lie within her.
At the centre of the unrest stands Noxryn.
Caught between clashing wills and pride, Stella faces something far more dangerous than failing—the possibility of understanding the man who betrayed her and the one responsible for the chaos threatening to consume the realm. Taking off Noxryn’s mask might offer answers to bring peace, or which lures both her and Myera into a darkness there’s no coming back from.
The Starheart Saga is perfect for fans of unique magic systems, mythical creatures, angst and tension, and hilarious banter. Nightwither will appeal to fans of plot-heavy, character-driven fantasy and enemies-to-lovers romance.
In the shadows of Tampa, Florida, a ruthless gang leader known as El Cazador wreaks havoc, leaving a trail of terror and cryptic tarot cards at each crime scene. The Tower card, a haunting omen of destruction, is his sinister signature.
Florence, a determined and sharp-witted attorney, is thrust into this dark world when her fiancé, Kevin, is brutally murdered on the night of their engagement. Devastated and fueled by vengeance, Florence discovers her engagement ring now holds mystical powers, transforming her into Rosa, a fearless and powerful superhero. With her newfound powers, Rosa vows to avenge Kevin’s death and dismantle El Cazador’s reign of terror.
By day, Florence continues her investigative work as an attorney, gathering clues and intel. By night, Rosa takes to the streets, using her magical abilities to protect the innocent and bring justice to Tampa. From the sun-kissed streets of Tampa to the darkest corners of the underworld, Rosa’s quest for vengeance becomes a legendary force. Will she outsmart El Cazador and shatter his grip on the city, or will his cunning prove too powerful?
The Legend of Rosa is a thrilling tale of love, loss, and redemption, infused with magical realism and Latin American culture.
My thoughts: This was interesting, the ideas behind it were certainly strong but I don’t know if it entirely worked for me personally. I liked Florence, her desire for revenge and justice in an unjust world, where her fiancé is murdered by a gang that seems to be trying to take over Tampa, leaving tarot cards with each corpse they create.
But her transition into Rosa, a vigilante superhero seemed a bit abrupt and she doesn’t exactly try to keep her identity secret, which might be a problem in future books, if too many people, especially her enemies, know that Rosa and Florence are the same person, why go to the length of being someone else.
All the build-up to learning El Cazador’s identity was well done – the reveal was hinted at, but then you’re wrong-footed, that was a clever move.
I would be interested in seeing where this story goes next, considering what the ending leaves you with. How Rosa and the supposed plan El Cazador has will work.
*I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, all opinions remain my own.
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