Fantasy
Books with Fantasy as the main genre within the Speculative category. Discover stories featuring mythical creatures, magical abilities, fictional worlds and peoples, mythology and lore.
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Shades of Night Anthology | M.E. Beckley | Fantasy, Anthology (N) (I) (F)
An old man comes to a little town called Springcombe and shares tales of things past, things to come, and things that may never be. After an apocalyptic crisis ended modern civilisation, our world and its people have been plunged into a new medieval era ravaged by beasts set free from the human imagination. We are closer to the end of the world than the beginning. The rules of physics have weakened and bent; magic rules here. In a series of tales, this new world is detailed by the Chronicler.
MEOW: Magical Emporium of Wares | Toni Binns | Cozy, Slice-of-life Fantasy (N) (I) (F)
Tucked away on a quiet street, the bookstore doesn't have an address -
but it doesn't need one, as it magically appears to those who are
meant to find it.
The Pawn (Book One in the Queendom Series) | H J Bogue | New Adult Fantasy Romance (N) (C) (F)
Knowledge finds those who are meant to see. I am the most powerful mage in Fyriane. Sent to take over the Kingdom of Arlom. For two years, I have bided my time. Waiting for the moment to strike. To complete the first move, ordered by my sister Slaviya, the Queen of Salistya. My former Queen. I don’t trust her motives. Nor do I trust the other royals. They’re all out for themselves. Playing their bureaucratic games. Or so I thought… Until the royal forum changed everything. With fresh faces brings more questions than answers. And a looming assassination deadline rapidly approaching. I will find the answers to my questions. One way or another. Throw in a tumultuous love life, I’m having a hard time working out who I can trust. And who is out to betray me. I had no interest in playing games. I didn’t want to partake in this royal life I have now been thrown into. But I am here now. And I refuse to cower. My name is Valare. And I refuse to be a political pawn.
Only One Death | Alexander M Crow | Dark Fantasy (NA) (C) (F)
A serial fantasy fiction, introducing characters and locations, some of which will reappear in other Tales of The Lesser Evil. This is not quite grimdark, but it is on the darker, perhaps less shiny side of fantasy. At its heart, Only One Death takes the well-loved trope of a group of adventurers on a quest, then turns this upside down and inside out, demonstrating how danger, secret motives, and hidden desires can swiftly tear apart the strongest of groups.
Dust and Death | Alexander M Crow | Dark Fantasy (NT) (C) (F)
A serial fantasy fiction, introducing characters and locations, some of which will reappear in other Tales of The Lesser Evil. This is not quite grimdark, but it is on the darker, perhaps less shiny side of fantasy. Dust and Death takes two of the surviving characters from Only One Death and continues their story. In a land of dust, some things are best left buried, terrors that can strain the very balance of the mind: fear is one thing, but this goes far, far beyond that.
Death and Taxes | Alexander M Crow | Dark Fantasy (NA) (C) (F)
A serial fantasy fiction, introducing characters and locations, some of which will reappear in other Tales of The Lesser Evil. This is not quite grimdark, but it is on the darker, perhaps less shiny side of fantasy. Death and Taxes—the only certainties in life—examines the lengths one woman will go to in order to provide security for her family. Lengths which keep getting longer and longer. Get it right, and Merie will be free. If not, there’ll be four more orphans on the streets.
A Clean Death | Alexander M Crow | Dark Fantasy (NA) (I) (F)
A serial fantasy fiction, introducing characters and locations, some of which will reappear in other Tales of The Lesser Evil. This is not quite grimdark, but it is on the darker, perhaps less shiny side of fantasy. An assassin, her apprentice, and one final murder. A city where it is law to wear a mask in public. And someone—or something—hiding in the shadows. Something that wants them to fail. Fatally.
Saga of the Jewels | Faenon | Fantasy (N) (C) (F)
A free fantasy web serial and podcasted audiobook serial. Ten heroes team up together to gather the Elemental Jewels and defeat the Evil Emperor. Avatar: The Last Airbender meets the Final Fantasy games meets The Chronicles of Prydain. One fat chapter a month. If it’s a new month, a new chapter is out! Hate reading? Listen instead! Volume One is complete and free. Volume Two is being written and will be posted in 2024.
Tales of the Godswood | Robin George | Fantasy Satire (NA) (I) (F)
A war has broken out between the human nation of Rundell and the Sidhe nation of Tir Arduan Pinethra. Having lived peacefully beside each other for nearly a thousand years following the cataclysmic day of "Odin's Wrath," a series of wildly unfortunate events escalated into a war. Learn why this war began, why Odin was so angry, and how sufficiently advanced magic is indistinguishable from technology. Follow the stories of an anti-social necromancer and her trickster sidekick, an aging adventurer and his fairy companion, a tax collector who is really good at his job and the two homeless kids he blackmails into helping him - and more. These stories are a prelude to a future novel called "When Gods Dream" that should be done in 2024.
Soultaming the Serpent | P.M. Hammond | Fantasy, Queer (N) (C) (F)→($)
Preview first chapter for free
The last dragon died half a century ago and Jun Weaver still dreams of the rain that hasn’t fallen since. Her mundane life takes a turn when she encounters Aurel, who she suspects may be the one that holds the key to restoring balance and is destined to find the elusive serpent from the prophecy. Joined by Casey, Jun’s closest friend and the village brewer, the three embark on a journey to unravel the prophecy's intricacies, figure out what the serpent's role truly is, and why the dragon is the only reason it rains, not knowing they are being watched. Follow our trio as Jun discovers a love of adventure, Casey’s devotion takes an unexpected turn, Aurel spills his secrets like dust in the sand, and the three of them discover the true power of their bond.
Of Ashes Born | Peter Harrison | High Fantasy (NA) (C) (F)
Toran yearns for a world where his people no longer bring fire, fear and death to the islands around them—and the time has now come to say a prayer and make his move. Will his revolution bring redemption, or only further destruction and despair?
War-Torn | Victoria Jensen | Fantasy (N) (I) (F)
The story follows the life of Colton Derak, a young man who is kidnapped from his home on Earth and finds himself on the planet of Vellatha. Here, he is forced to become a warrior, and eventually, he must compete in the Games, where he will have the chance to be crowned with honor and receive riches and power. But Colton is not so willing to conform to the life he is expected to live, and must decide whether to follow another path instead.
Body Swappers | Lorelei Jonason | Urban Fantasy (NA) (I) (F)
The world gets flooded with magic, and people bicker over whether it's real or not. Someone in Spokane, WA is possessing seemingly random people and committing a string of murders using their bodies. Those whose bodies they've used are being committed of murder one by one. Abuse survivor and mage Maya Cote must see beyond her own pain in order to solve the mystery of who is truly behind these crimes.
The Butterfly Koi | A. Sherman Karlsson | Contemporary Fantasy (N) (I) (F)
Magic is here, ready to store your data and keep your cell phone charged... endlessly. What the packaging won’t say is magic doesn’t work for everyone. Eika Fujiwara, heiress to the Fujiwara Heavy Industries mining empire and face of Diet Breakfast Water, is determined to repair the magical damage caused by her family’s ecological misdeeds. Together with her best friend, the brilliant engineer Misora Toyama, she’s paving the way for the next generation of magitech, this time available to all. But when development hits a roadblock, the pressure is on to use any tool, legal or not, to continue. What trade-offs are they willing to make for an invention that might change magic forever?
The Darkspire Conspiracy | Brothers Krynn | Speculative (N) (I) (F)→($)
The village of Heiðrrán was tiny, isolated, and hardly ever drew attention from the outside world. But there was something special about it, for it had ten years ago had the honour of having the daughter of the finest fisher-woman in the village sent off to foster with the local Jarl. That was twelve years ago, and now that daughter, Sigrún, has returned. Bringing with her wealthy gifts from the Jarl, with the celebration welcoming her home ruined by an unexpected, sepulchral figure and the unexpected murder of the Jarl Helgi (her foster-father). Now Sigrún and her family and friends must embark on a whirlwind quest of passion, vengeance, and valour all to save the kingdom of Norvech and to defy the most wicked figure in the history of the kingdom, who lies within the mysterious and previously thought lost Darkspire.
Pull Me Under | Lisa Kuznak | Portal Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery (N) (I) (F)
Time to start fresh. Tanner and Lauren, brother and sister, need get away from all their troubles. As they plan their future, they're a little too successful--they get lost through a portal to another world. Found by nomads riding strange creatures, they're taken through a land of superstitions and ancient legend, forced to carve out their place. No matter where they wander, tribal politics, magic and warfare all threaten to upend the culture they grow to love. Through it all, they wonder if returning home could ever be possible… But would they want to? Their new hosts brew fantastic beer. (Mature content!)
The Angel of War | Winston Malone | Fantasy, War (N) (I) ($)
First three chapters are free, remaining chapters are behind paywall.
In "The Angel of War," the nation of Empyrea is at war with itself for the first time. A young man named Marten and the emperor's son, Cliff, find their fates entwined. When an entity born of Darkness threatens the balance of their world, Marten and Cliff are forced into an unlikely alliance. Cliff is driven by a personal vendetta, seeking to understand the circumstances of his mother's death and the role of a mysterious entity known as the Angel. Meanwhile, Marten is drawn into a dangerous web of authority, war, and destiny. As the civil war worsens and hidden truths begin to surface, Marten and Cliff must confront their demons, unravel the true nature of their world, and decide what they're willing to fight for.
The Erosion of All Things Sacred | Winston Malone | Dark Fantasy (N) (I) (F)→($)
First three chapters are free, remaining chapters are behind paywall.
When a luminary priest is murdered, a cardinal named Reginald is put on the case by the Chancery. As a man of the Codes, he's incapable of allowing such evil to exist. However, the investigation leads him into the darkest depths of a society he once swore allegiance to protect. An unlikely companion may be his only hope for survival or the one that kills him.
The Santara Commentaries | Michael P. Marpaung | Fantasy, Military Fantasy (NA) (I) (F)
The Santara Archipelago is the homeland of the Yakobinians - the Sons of Yakob and the Chosen of El Shaddai, the God of the gods. But the Age of the Holy Kingdom is long gone. For over five centuries, the Yakobinians chafed under the dominion of distant Tionghoa. The wandering tactician Yu woke up with no memory, only to be rescued from his captors by King Aron of Dun-a-din, the last heir of the priest kings. From there, he was wrapped up in a war for freedom. But there’s more to the Padri War than meets the eye.
Murder Among Mages | Carolyn McBride | Fantasy of Manners (NT) (I) (F)
In a city where magic is both a gift and a burden, there exists a library tucked away in an opulent, ancient manor. Zimmerman House. A mage named Elara stumbles upon this manor after losing her mentor to murder. She is given the opportunity of a lifetime in exchange for silence and dedication to a woman claiming to be an ancient goddess. Their magical world is a combination of England’s aristocracy & manners, and our modern world of technological wonders. Dangerous, dirty, and full of secrets. Bridgerton meets modernity -- a murder mystery mixed with magic. Elara is tasked with unearthing her former mentor’s killer. The sentient Zimmerman library challenges her understanding of right and wrong, forcing her to question the nature of sacrifice and the true meaning of loss. In the end, Elara must confront the ultimate question as she faces her mentor’s murderer: Is the power to rewrite fate worth the price of losing one's humanity?
Anna and the Dark Place | Russell Nohelty | Fantasy (N) (C) ($)
Anna cannot escape death. It follows her everywhere. First with her aunt, then her father, and now her best friend Katie has died after a long battle with cancer. With her best friend gone, Anna is falling apart. So, when Katie’s ghost returns from beyond the pale talking about a tear in the barrier between the living of the dead, Anna is sure she’s gone crazy. She denies Katie at first. However, eventually, Katie turns Anna to her side and convinces her to help. Now, together they must learn a spell that will save the world before the dead invade and destroy everything. Join Anna and Katie on a fantastical quest that introduces them to trolls, gnomes, dragons, and much more as they discover that death is stranger than they ever imagined.
The Godsverse Chronicles | Russell Nohelty | Portal Fantasy (N) (I) ($→F)
Last three chapters free, archive is paid
Ollie wasn't looking for trouble, but after she saved the Antichrist from being slaughtered, it came for her. Ollie lived by one rule. Never get involved with anyone for any reason; humans, demons, fae folk, it didn't matter. They were all trouble. Keeping her distance was how she survived in the criminal underworld for so long. Keep your head down and don't piss anyone off. That was her motto, especially since her clients all had access to powerful dark magic. She thought she had a flawless system for keeping her nose clean, so how did she wind up in a stolen car, with a demon spawn in her back seat, driving away from her ex-lover and a gang of demons ready to skin her alive? That's a good question. And why did she agree to help save the demon's life so she didn't get sacrificed to open the gates of Hell? An even better question. She had one rule. One stupid rule. And tonight...it goes right down the toilet. Now, the only way for Ollie to get her life back is to save the girl, prevent the Apocalypse, and track down the people who betrayed her.
The Warhog Paladins | Jer Patch | Gamelit/Litrpg Fantasy (N) (C) (F)
If you survive Revivium, once you leave, you can’t come back. In a universe where Corporations rule everything and even own planets, Mia embarks on an incredible journey to survive the AI-run fantasy game, Revivium. With no body modifications and no way to make a living without connecting to the network, Mia must succeed against all odds to win the game and the millions of in-game currency it offers. As a new player, she stumbles into an old story, reviving the ancient order of the Warhog Paladins. Yet she cannot ditch the quest without losing her only friend and all of her creds. But will the cost of winning be too high?
Forlorn Hope | ReddOscar | Fantasy (NA) (I) (F)
Free until March 2024
Tebin son of Tegar is among the first to see the brutality of the Gör Khāni as they raid his home and put his village to the sword. Tebin and his sister Chuli manage to flee but the refugees and orphans threaten to eat the walled city of Silicia into famine. With the Gör Khāni host advancing the boy must become a man and defend his sister and homeland. Prince Lothan, once-a-hero now a drunk, is summoned to rally the bannermen of Silicia scattered across the peninsula, blessed to be at the end of the world. Yet that heroic spirit is buried deep and will need rekindling if Silicia is to survive the coming doom…
Mori versus the Oni | ReddOscar | Fantasy, Historical Fantasy (Feudal Japan) (N) (I) (F)
The untimely death of Mori’s parents forces him to leave his Lord and become a ronin in order to care for his two young siblings, Kota and Ano. On the path to honour his deceased mother and father he is abducted to the spirit world. The spirits test him in a fight with an oni, victory the only path to freedom. His reward a duty too great for one man - to defeat the demon horde invading the mortal realm.
(Un)Time and (Un)Place | ReddOscarWrites | Fantasy (NA) (C) ($)
Maximilian’s father, Alberich, has been missing for 10 years. Presumed dead by everyone but his son. Cato, a friend of Alberich, is from another world and has been looking out for Maximilian while the boy’s mother, Rhea, lost herself in the bottle. In order to find his father and save his mother Maximilian, along with Cato, set out to travel the worlds through the rift to find Alberich.
The Hanged Man (Book 1 of The Webbd Wheel series) | Jennifer Rose | Fantasy (N) (I) (F)
Textured and embellished with mythology, legend, symbology, and occult from around the world, this is a tale of choices, consequences, learning, resilience, complexity, and ultimate redemption. The Webbd series is filled with familiar characters from folk, fairytale, and oral tradition, as well as new characters. Structured around the pagan Wheel of the Year and Tarot cards, the story of Webbd is sprinkled with magic and marble lore.
Sweet Silius Island Honey | Alex Scott | Fantasy (N) (C) (F)
It's the best honey in town! But where does it come from? How does it taste so good? It must be magic. In fact, it is magic. That's why a young man named Owen and a witch named Wanda are setting sail to the perilous Silius Island, searching for the source of this enchanted honey. But will the bee people that inhabit that island consider them friends, or foes?
A Grail for Eidothea (first book in The Môrdreigiau Chronicles) | Leanne Shawler | Fantasy (N) (I) (F)
At the close of the Napoleonic Wars, Eidothea Pendyr takes on an Arthurian quest to find the sea dragons' grail in order to prevent the world’s ecological collapse. The Môrdreigiau Chronicles is an alternate history romatasy series which seeks to immerse the reader into a world where magical diaries can be found, mythical sea dragons roam the seas, and quests for Arthurian objects just may save the world from ecological destruction. The first book is called “A Grail for Eidothea” and is set in 1814 on the west coast of Wales.
Brae's meteorite | Nathan Slake | Fantasy (NA) (I) (F)
Written as an evolving series of diary entries, in Brae's meteorite Renn recounts his strange and heartfelt journey with Brae. Discover and unravel everything that happened after they witnessed a meteor falling from the sky.
A Piece Of A God | AJ Stevens | Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery (N) (I) (F)
With a cosmic alignment approaching, a fractious Pantheon must put aside its differences to preserve its dominion over the mortal races. Meanwhile in the ancient and impenetrable city of Caran, an attempt on the life of their captain sees a grizzled company of veterans flee to the hills as deserters, seeking vengeance and an end to the self-serving rule of the nobility. They find help from within the city in the form of Flint, an assassin pre-disposed to self-preservation, and Elania Gallyn, Champion of Caran and the finest swordsperson in living memory. niece to a murderous uncle who now sits at the head of the noble house she once belonged to. As the attack begins, and Flint's loyalties are called into question Elania must come to terms with her treachery as she prepares to bring civil war down on the city she calls home. As Caran tears itself asunder a secret is revealed, one the gods have worked for millennia to keep hidden. Amid the petty quarrels of mortals, and older, deadlier battle begins that threatens to burn the entire city to ash.
Project Fable (working title) | Sujan Sundareswaran | Epic Fantasy, Historical Fiction (Ancient India) (N) (I) ($)
Our actions have consequences—but what if it did not? A man rescued from the depths of the nether worlds discovers his soul does not accrue karma. An emissary of Death, plots revenge on the Gods. An empire is overthrown. Human virtue ebbs to its lowest. Strange alliances are made. The age of malice and war has dawned. What shall prevail?
The Oracle at Toko-Ri | Von | Fantasy (N) (I) (F)
An Oracle comes to the town of Toko-Ri. Anyone can come visit the Oracle, and they will answer your question. The one in your heart, not the one in your mouth. But there is a price...
A Broken Woman’s True Desire | Joseph Wiess | Fantasy (NA) (C) (F)
Balgair Moeldr is a Mercenary who stops in a small village as he's returning from a contracted job. He encounters a woman who requests to be bonded. This leads to an adventure where they discover that an ancient god walks the world.
The Reve’s Tale | Joseph Wiess | Fantasy (NA) (I) (F)
Having Saved his bond from the dark god, Balgair finds himself trying to help her settle in while at the same time having to secure a new contract, move his other two bonds, sell his old property, and hire deputies.
In Days Of Vast Daring | Ben Woestenburg | Arthurian Fantasy (NA) (C) ($)
Sir Grummore Grummerson is the last of King Arthur's knights. An old man, he travels the countryside with his grandson, claiming to be dragon slayers in a time when there are no more dragons until, one day, they find one.
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