Heart Blade by Juliana Spink Mills – Review
Julia Kitvaria Sarene
If you have a teenager in the house looking for a good read, or if you, like me, enjoy a well-written YA book every now and then, I can genuinely…
urban fantasy
The Pilgrims of the Damned by Steve McHugh – Review
These are vampires who make choices about what kind of people they want to be, not mindless predators, and I love that mix of grit, gore, and moral conviction
The Company of Death by Elisa Hansen – Review
Jayna
for those who like post-apocalyptic worlds with zombies and vicious vampires, instead of the current trend of romanticised vamps, it could be worth a read
Julia’s Favourite Self-Published SFF Books: A Giant List (Part 2) – Urban Fantasy
Because honestly, who doesn’t enjoy a bit of hidden magic peeking out between coffee shops, office jobs, and late night bus rides? Urban fantasy is where the ordinary meets the…
The Dark Elf Dynasty File by Phil Parker – Review
...a fast, dark, and surprisingly thoughtful read. It is a gritty urban fantasy with weight behind it...
Those Who Dwell in Darkness by Steve McHugh
A gritty, fast-paced urban fantasy with sharp edges, a solid mystery, and absolutely zero romantasy nonsense. Come for the vampire hunt, stay for the clever banter, great characters, and the…
Ebony Gate by Julia Vee and Ken Bebelle
JC Kang
“Jade City meets Never Die” At Emerald City Comicon, Ken Bebelle pitched the book he co-authored with Julia Vee to me as “Asian female John Wick with dragon magic in…
The Darkness in the Pines by David Green
I really enjoyed the atmospheric setting, the sense of creeping dread, and, of course, most of all Nick’s signature dry wit.
Starling House by Alix E. Harrow
...a solid read with a strong sense of atmosphere and some thoughtful themes.
Awakened by A. E. Osworth
It’s strange and chaotic and doesn’t always hang together, but its heart is in the right place, and its commitment to queer magic, found family, and complex characters made it…
Dr. Greta Helsing by Vivian Shaw – Series Review
If you’re looking for an urban fantasy that avoids the usual tropes and delivers a fun, lighthearted mystery with a touch of the macabre, Greta Helsing is a must-read.
Warlock at Law by R. L. Baranowski – Review
Warlock at Law is a fresh and clever take on urban fantasy, with a distinctive voice, a great sense of humor, and a lot of heart.