Top new fantasy books in July 2023
Last updated:
July 31, 2023
July 2023 featuring new releases by Jennifer L. Armentrout, Dean Koontz, Erin A. Craig, Brandon Sanderson, Kate Stewart, Suzanne Wright, Jane Washington, Diana Gabaldon, Alessandra Hazard, Rebecca Quinn and many more.
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A Soul of Ash and Blood by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Only his memories can save her…A great primal power has risen. The Queen of Flesh and Fire has become the Primal of Blood and Bone—the true Primal of Life and Death. And the battle Casteel, Poppy, and their allies have been fighting has only just begun. Gods are awakening across Iliseeum and the mortal realm, readying for the war to come...romance · fantasy · vampires · new-adult · fiction · paranormal · high-fantasy · enemies-to-lovers · young-adult · anthologies -
![After Death by Dean Koontz]()
After Death by Dean Koontz
A modern-day Lazarus is humanity’s last hope in a breathtaking novel about the absolute powers of good and evil by Dean Koontz, the #1 New York Times bestselling master of suspense...suspense · horror · mystery · fiction · fantasy · sci-fi · crime · action-adventure · male-mc · conspiracies -
![House of Roots and Ruin by Erin A. Craig]()
House of Roots and Ruin by Erin A. Craig
A modern masterpiece, this is a classic Gothic thriller-fantasy from New York Times bestselling author Erin A. Craig, about doomed love, menacing ambition, and the ghosts that haunt us forever.In a manor by the sea, one sister is still cursed...fantasy · young-adult · horror · gothic · retellings · fiction · paranormal · mystery · ghosts · romance -
![Yumi and the Nightmare Painter by Brandon Sanderson]()
Yumi and the Nightmare Painter by Brandon Sanderson
#1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson brings us a gripping story set in the Cosmere universe told by Hoid, where two people from incredibly different worlds must compromise and work together to save their worlds from ruin. Yumi comes from a land of gardens, meditation, and spirits, while Painter lives in a world of darkness, technology, and nightmares... -
![One Last Rainy Day: The Legacy of a Prince by Kate Stewart]()
One Last Rainy Day: The Legacy of a Prince by Kate Stewart
From the international best-selling author of The Ravenhood Trilogy comes the first book in Ravenhood Legacy!Now an Amazon charts, USA Today, and International best-seller!“My rainy days are yours, Dominic. If you want them.”Once upon a time…There lived a man with a vengeance-filled heart that held too many secrets.And a woman, pure of soul, intent on uncovering them...romance · contemporary · fiction · fantasy · crime · dark · enemies-to-lovers · small-town · steamy · love-triangle -
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![Hunted by Suzanne Wright]()
Hunted by Suzanne Wright
Larkin is tired of her friends constantly trying to play Cupid. Just because they are all happily mated doesn't mean she needs to be. And she definitely doesn't need the over-protective men in her life vetting potential partners for her. In a bid to get them off her back, the harpy turns to the one person she knows they would never approve of . . .Teague Sullivan...romance · paranormal · fantasy · demons · urban-fantasy · shapeshifters · magic · contemporary · friends-to-lovers · humor -
![Plier by Jane Washington]()
Plier by Jane Washington
Ironside is more than a regular academy. It’s also the biggest reality TV show in the world … and a very elaborate, very luxurious prison. Their hallowed halls are ruled by the powerful Betas and the middling Omegas, with the plentiful Deltas as their main targets, but this year, the officials are stirring things up.Isobel Carter—the only rare Sigma to be accepted—is the first sign...romance · reverse-harem · omegaverse · paranormal · fantasy · university · slow-burn · forced-proximity · new-adult · kind-mc -
![Untitled Outlander Prequel by Diana Gabaldon]()
Untitled Outlander Prequel by Diana Gabaldon
Diana Gabaldon has stated on her website that she is planning a prequel to Outlander...romance · historical-fiction · fiction · time-travel · fantasy · historical · sci-fi · paranormal · book · adult -
![Wicked Game by Alessandra Hazard]()
Wicked Game by Alessandra Hazard
Masters series Book 2. A spin-off of Calluvia's Royalty series. The release date is uncertain. It will likely be published in 2021 or 2022.Zaid Idhron's story... -
![Ensnared by Rebecca Quinn]()
Ensnared by Rebecca Quinn
Even if the world did end, five men is far too many to handle. Isn’t it? Since the Final War, I’ve been doing just fine. I have a lovely cave, a darling vegetable patch, forest views . . . and if loneliness sometimes squeezes my aching heart, well, my books have always kept me company...romance · reverse-harem · dystopia · post-apocalyptic · fantasy · mlm · dark · contemporary · age-gap · forced-proximity -
![The Forbidden Wolf King by Leia Stone]()
The Forbidden Wolf King by Leia Stone
Axil Moon broke my heart when I was fifteen and I’ve dreamed of getting revenge ever since.So when he becomes the king of all Wolven and summons me to compete for his hand inmarriage in the deadly Queen Trials, I gladly accept. I want nothing more than to defeat thecompetition and leave him cold and alone when I slam the bedroom door in his face everynight...romance · fantasy · paranormal · shapeshifters · magic · supernatural · royalty · high-fantasy · kidnapping · fiction -
![Fate of a Royal by Amo Jones, Meagan Brandy]()
Fate of a Royal by Amo Jones, Meagan Brandy
“You will go to Rathe University, live among the giftless and those of light magic. You, Knight Deveraux, will learn to coexist.” I’ve never heard more wasted words in my life. Then again, the gifted counsel never did have much to say that wasn’t. The only members amongst them who speak a thing worth listening to are my parents, the King and Queen of the Stygian’s, the people of Dark Magic...romance · fantasy · paranormal · university · dark · mystery · new-adult · contemporary · enemies-to-lovers · fated-mates -
fantasy · historical-fiction · fiction · outlaws · historical · young-adult · action-adventure · book
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![The Centre by Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi]()
The Centre by Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi
A darkly comic, boundary-pushing debut following an adrift Pakistani translator in London who attends a mysterious language school which boasts complete fluency in just ten days, but at a secret, sinister cost...fiction · mystery · horror · contemporary · sci-fi · literary-fiction · audiobook · dark-academia · lgbtq · suspense -
![Girl, Goddess, Queen by Bea Fitzgerald]()
Girl, Goddess, Queen by Bea Fitzgerald
To hell with love, this goddess has other plans...Thousands of years ago, the gods told a lie: how Persephone was a pawn in the politics of other gods. How Hades kidnapped Persephone to be his bride. How her mother, Demeter, was so distraught she caused the Earth to start dying.The real story is much more interesting.Persephone wasn't taken to hell: she jumped...romance · fantasy · myths · young-adult · retellings · fiction · historical-fiction · enemies-to-lovers · feminism · magic -
![Selection by E.J. Lawson]()
Selection by E.J. Lawson
I’ve been selected. One of forty Omegas from academies across the globe. …a one in forty chance to be bonded into the royal pack.It has to be a mistake. The selection committee never would’ve chosen me. I don’t even pay my own tuition. I’m a scholarship student from the bad side of town.I should know better than to hope, but after I meet the royal alphas, I can’t help it...romance · omegaverse · reverse-harem · mlm · fantasy · paranormal · contemporary · polyamory · royalty · forced-proximity -
![Resonance Surge by Nalini Singh]()
Resonance Surge by Nalini Singh
Where are the broken? A propulsive question that unleashes a world of secrets in New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh’s Resonance Surge . . .StoneWater bears Pavel and Yakov Stepyrev have been a unit since birth, but now Pavel’s life is veering in a new direction, his heart held in the hands of Arwen Mercant, a Psy empath—and the only man who has ever brought Pavel to his knees...romance · paranormal · urban-fantasy · fantasy · shapeshifters · fiction · sci-fi · contemporary · suspense · supernatural -
![Bad Luck Charm by Julie Johnson]()
Bad Luck Charm by Julie Johnson
GWENDOLYN GOODE LIVES A CHARMED LIFE. As owner of an occult shop in downtown Salem, Massachusetts she’s accustomed to all things odd and otherworldly. But when a bloody animal sacrifice is left as a warning outside her place of business, the police seem to think Gwen might be the target of some truly evil-doers...romance · fantasy · witches-wizards · contemporary · magic · paranormal · fiction · enemies-to-lovers · slow-burn · grumpy-sunshine -
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![Only Good Enemies by Jennifer Estep]()
Only Good Enemies by Jennifer Estep
New York Times best-selling author Jennifer Estep continues her Galactic Bonds series with a new, action-packed adventure that blends science fiction, fantasy, and historical romance. This rollicking space opera features a mix of magic and technology, along with a soul mates, slow burn, and enemies-to-lovers story. Perfect for fans of Star Wars, Bridgerton, and Pride and Prejudice... -
![After Death by Melissa de la Cruz]()
After Death by Melissa de la Cruz
She may be down . . . but her fangs are out. After defeating Lucifer and saving the world, Schuyler Van Allen woke up in an entirely different reality and learned she had to do it all over again. Find the villain, take him down, save the world...young-adult · fantasy · vampires · urban-fantasy · witches-wizards · contemporary · fiction · horror · paranormal · romance -
![The Flame King's Captive by Lilith Vincent, Chloe Chastaine]()
The Flame King's Captive by Lilith Vincent, Chloe Chastaine
He snatched me from the jaws of death for one reason—to be his.I was a dead king’s sacrificial bride, until his murderer claimed me as his. Zabriel invaded my country of Maledin on the back of a monstrous, fire-breathing dragon and took me prisoner...romance · fantasy · omegaverse · dragons · paranormal · magic · new-adult · fated-mates · slow-burn · age-gap -
![Return of the Vengeful Queen by C.J. Redwine]()
Return of the Vengeful Queen by C.J. Redwine
Return of the Vengeful Queen has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher...romance · fantasy · historical · young-adult · sword-sorcery · outlaws · fiction · action-adventure · book -
![The First and Last Adventure of Kit Sawyer by S.E. Harmon]()
The First and Last Adventure of Kit Sawyer by S.E. Harmon
In the archaeology community, Christopher “Kit” Sawyer’s family is a legacy. And while he may be a historian, not a treasure hunter, he thinks he does a pretty good job of living up to the Sawyer name. He's a book-smart research fanatic and does his best work at his tidy desk. No fedora and whip for him, if you please—a nice cup of coffee and a comfy chair will do...romance · mlm · paranormal · contemporary · action-adventure · lgbtq · disability · humor · fantasy · fiction -
![Cast in Shadows by Alice Winters]()
Cast in Shadows by Alice Winters
AndrasWhen the light-magic users known as Casters took everything from me, I vowed to make them pay.Little did I know the perfect opportunity would show up in the form of a sweet Caster the moment I took his arrow to the heart… literally. Bastian knows that I’m made of dark magic, the very thing he’s been taught to destroy...romance · mlm · magic · fantasy · paranormal · urban-fantasy · action-adventure · supernatural · enemies-to-lovers · audiobook -
![Callum by Nyssa Kathryn]()
Callum by Nyssa Kathryn
One wedding, one fake relationship, and a threat no one saw coming.Attending a wedding is dead last on Fiona Lock’s list of priorities. She has two options: stay home and let the family gossip mill speculate on why she isn’t there; or attend the wedding and pretend she’s just fine. The decision is obvious. Not only does she choose option B…she may have mentioned a boyfriend she doesn’t have...romance · military · contemporary · mystery · small-town · fake-relationship · fiction · fantasy · enemies-to-lovers · suspense -
romance · reverse-harem · paranormal · vampires · witches-wizards · shapeshifters · fae · contemporary · mmf · urban-fantasy
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romance · reverse-harem · paranormal · vampires · witches-wizards · shapeshifters · fae · contemporary · urban-fantasy · myths
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![The Midsummer Bride by Kati Wilde]()
The Midsummer Bride by Kati Wilde
A Barbarian Who Must LieWhen a prideful queen comes to his prison cell with an unbelievable proposal of marriage, Warrick of the Dead Lands is quick to accept … but not merely to secure his freedom. Because he recognizes the powerful jewels the queen wears — jewels pilfered from the temple of a goddess, who unleashed her wrath upon a kingdom... -
![Whispers in the Dark by Lily Mayne, Nikole Knight]()
Whispers in the Dark by Lily Mayne, Nikole Knight
You never know what’s hiding under your bed…At twenty-four, Cody has already lost hope of having a life of his own. All his time is spent playing nurse to a dying, spiteful step-father and maid to his bully half-brother. His only escapes are playing his favorite online fantasy game, Black Oasis, and talking to the strange, unearthly presence under his bed that may or may not actually exist... -
![Cursed Moon by Michelle Madow]()
Cursed Moon by Michelle Madow
Ruby Grace has had enough.She’s been rejected by her fated mate. Forced to blood bond with a vampire. And erased from existence by dark witches. She’s not going to take it anymore.She’s sick of all the powerful supernaturals using her for their advantage. When all this began, she thought being gifted with unique magic from the gods would make all her dreams come true...fantasy · witches-wizards · vampires · shapeshifters · fae · urban-fantasy · paranormal · law-enforcement · fiction · romance -
![Star Bringer by Tracy Wolff, Nina Croft]()
Star Bringer by Tracy Wolff, Nina Croft
Firefly meets The Breakfast Club in this high-concept, LGBTQ romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Tracy Wolff and award winning author Nina Croft... -
![Believe It or Knot: Part One by Harper Wylde]()
Believe It or Knot: Part One by Harper Wylde
Believe it or Knot, ‘happily ever after’ doesn’t exist. Not for me, anyway. Bleeding and broken, I’m on the run from Alphas who want to use me as a punching bag and a breeding machine. An Omega on her own? It’s unheard of. But I’d rather die than let them catch me. Taking a bus to the end of the line, I plan to become invisible in a small town in Vermont...romance · omegaverse · reverse-harem · paranormal · abuse · fantasy · dark · fated-mates · contemporary · psychological -
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![Dead of Night by Annabel Chase]()
Dead of Night by Annabel Chase
For Lorelei Clay, no good deed goes unpunished…Reluctant ghost whisperer Lorelei Clay wants a working moat, which is the only reason she agrees to help with yet another supernatural situation. The simple ghostbusting job quickly escalates when Lorelei discovers the involvement of a powerful and ancient collective not known for their social skills...urban-fantasy · paranormal · fantasy · magic · vampires · demons · mystery · witches-wizards · ghosts · shapeshifters -
![Psycho Devils by Jasmine Mas]()
Psycho Devils by Jasmine Mas
★ A new Enemies book in the Amazon Top 5 Bestselling Series ★The one where Aran dances with the devil...Shackled to her Enemies, Aran is forced to compete beside them in the brutal Legionnaire Games.They want to break her.But you can't break what's already broken.Just wait until they uncover her secrets.She'll have them on their knees...romance · fantasy · reverse-harem · shapeshifters · fae · paranormal · magic · vampires · drama · dark -
![Jade Shards by Fonda Lee]()
Jade Shards by Fonda Lee
Fonda Lee returns to the acclaimed Green Bone Saga with four prequel short stories that delve into the personal histories of the Kaul and Ayt families.The Witch and Her Friend. Before she was the ruthless leader of the Mountain clan, Ayt Mada was an orphan without friends at school except for one: Aun Ure, a teenage girl feared and renowned as an assassin but yearning for a simpler life...fantasy · urban-fantasy · romantic-love · family · audiobook · epic · fiction · action-adventure · book · adult -
![The Beast You Are: Stories by Paul Tremblay]()
The Beast You Are: Stories by Paul Tremblay
A haunting collection of short fiction from the bestselling author of The Pallbearers Club, A Head Full of Ghosts, and The Cabin at the End of the World.Paul Tremblay has won widespread acclaim for illuminating the dark horrors of the mind in novels and stories that push the boundaries of storytelling itself...horror · fiction · anthologies · literary-fiction · fantasy · suspense · gothic · sci-fi · magical-realism · supernatural -
![Bonesmith by Nicki Pau Preto]()
Bonesmith by Nicki Pau Preto
Gideon the Ninth meets the Game of Thrones White Walkers in this dark young adult fantasy about a disgraced ghost-fighting warrior who must journey into a haunted wasteland to rescue a kidnapped prince.Ready your blade. Defeat the undead.In the Dominions, the dead linger, violent and unpredictable, unless a bonesmith severs the ghost from its earthly remains... -
![The Only Purple House in Town by Ann Aguirre]()
The Only Purple House in Town by Ann Aguirre
Iris Collins is the messy one in her family. The "chaos bunny." Her sisters are all wildly successful, while she can't balance her budget for a single month. It's no wonder she's in debt to her roommates. When she unexpectedly inherits a house from her great aunt, her plan to turn it into a B&B fails—as most of her plans do...romance · fantasy · paranormal · supernatural · contemporary · witches-wizards · magic · lgbtq · vampires · urban-fantasy -
![The Traitor by Anthony Ryan]()
The Traitor by Anthony Ryan
In this “gritty, heart-pounding” (John Gwynne) conclusion to the New York Times bestselling fantasy trilogy, The Covenant of Steel, Alwyn must make a difficult decide between his heart and his morals as he prepares for his final battle.It’s been a long journey for Alwyn Scribe. Born a bastard and raised an outlaw, he’s now a knight and the most trusted advisor to Lady Evadine Courlain...fantasy · epic · fiction · high-fantasy · dark · dark-fantasy · grim-dark · action-adventure · military · violent-conflict
