The Source of Strife by Alex Arch
The Source of Strife is a dark fantasy about power, survival, and sacrifice, as Dinnie must choose between freedom and saving a world that wants to use her.
The Wish and the Demon By Rebecca Crunden
First book of a fresh new fantasy series that weaves in beautiful renderings of idyllic relationships with a deep exploration of trauma and injustice.
Shadows Over Kaighal By Joanna Maciejewska
In the third book in Pacts Arcane and Otherwise, we see Kamira at the helm of Kaighal facing new threats, political and demonic, within and beyond the borders.
Tower Dungeon by Tsutomu Nihei
Tower Dungeon by Tsutomu Nihei reminded me just what manga is capable of. Beautiful, heartfelt, and teeming with adventure, I highly recommend this one.
Grave of the Waiting by Joshua Scott Edwards
A SUPERB new entry in sci-fi horror by all means. This chonky boi delivers on all fronts - action, emotions, tons of drama, and multiple twists & turns.
The Man With The Broken Sword Christopher D. Brand
Pick this on up, a pleasurable quick paced tale that is difficult to turn the lights off on. A swashbuckling low magic ride that I didn’t realize I needed.
Isles of the Emberdark by Brandon Sanderson
In true spirit of the Secret Projects, Brandon Sanderson delivers yet another unique experience in the space age of the Cosmere with Isles of the Emberdark.
Protector by Andy Peloquin
With Protector, Peloquin ups the ante on the story of the Hunter of Voramis and further cements him as one unstoppable killing machine worth rooting for.
The Last Gasp of Midnight by Thomas Howard Riley
If you want a dark fantasy novella that gut punches you in less than 50 pages, look no further. Riley has crafted a gritty story that leaves you feeling raw.
The Wingspan of Treason by L. N. Bayen
A TRULY BEAUTIFUL story that reminded me of The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho and why I fell in love with it. A WONDERFUL debut that I can't recommend highly enough!
Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher
Hemlock & Silver is a fun, heartfelt retelling of a classic we all know (and maybe love?) that was a joy to read. Even to someone outside their normal genre.
Scars of Stone by Joanna Maciejewska
In the second part of Pacts Arcane and Otherwise, the ruthless quest that blends magic, action, politics and conniving, continues with some rather surprising twists.
A City of Ashes by Nick Snape
I'll simply say this in all honesty - dark fantasy doesn't really get better than this GEM of an indie series. With Book 3 due soon, now's the time to dive in!
Blood Reunion by JCM Berne
There’s a lot to love in Blood Reunion. JCM Berne has crafted one hell of an epic, and I’m eager to see what wild adventures Rohan will get into next.
The Dark Forest by Cixin Liu
Luo Ji is thrust into a secret war against the Trisolarans, unwilling, unprepared, and the only human they fear. Survival may depend on silence.
A Chorus of War by Scott Palmer
A Chorus of War is the dark, eldritch horror filled sequel that The Last Ballad needed to catapult it into the pantheon of fantasy greats.
The Summer War by Naomi Novik
The Summer War by Naomi Novik is a tale about family, love, and the trials we go through for them, and is absolutely delightful. I highly recommend it.
The Sins of Steel and Shadow by Steve Pannett
An absolute joy ride from start to finish! Excellent writing, equally well-written characters, a fast-paced, exciting plot, & an amazing world full of intrigue.
The Servant by Justin Greer
For fans of stories like The Wheel of Time and the Riftwar Saga, The Servant by Justin Greer is an ode to the classics that cements itself amongst the best.
The Pawns of Havoc by Dave Lawson
Perfect for fans of dungeons and dragons or books with all sorts of things going wrong at every turn, you don’t want to miss The Pawns of Havoc by Dave Lawson.