Lyndall Clipstone writes magical YA gothic romances about monsters and the girls who like to kiss them. A former youth librarian, she has a Bachelors in Creative Writing and a Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Management. Her first novel, LAKESEDGE, debuted in 2021.
The Crawling Moon (2024) Queer Tales of Inescapable Dread edited by dave ring
Lyndall Clipstone recommends
A Fate Unwoven (2025) (Threads of Fate , book 1) Rachael A Edwards "A sweeping adventure across a landscape of snow and frost, A Fate Unwoven cleverly examines the power of storytelling, and how fate doesn't mean destiny. Lena is a beautifully wrought heroine - determined to forge her own path in spite of being a 'chosen one,' and the perfect complement to soft Prince Dimas, who I will protect with my life."
Lady Dragon (2025) A M Strickland "A delightful adventure where a sunshiney princess is forced into a reluctant alliance with a grumpy dragon, Lady Dragon is also a deeply important, timely examination of gender and autonomy."
What Wakes the Bells (2025) Elle Tesch "What Wakes the Bells is stunningly atmospheric and wholly original ... a clever, intricate gothic fantasy that's as brilliantly built as the sentient city where the story takes place."
To Steal from Thieves (2025) (Thieves & Kings, book 1) M K Lobb "An intricately crafted, high-stakes adventure, where the bitter scent of alchemical magic mixes with the smoggy London streets, To Steal from Thieves drew me into its darkly atmospheric world - and into the lives of Kane and Zaria: two utterly flawed, utterly compelling, antiheroes."
Inheritance of Scars (2024) Crystal Seitz "Inheritance of Scars is a sweeping, romantic adventure that's as brutal as a cursed winter forest, and as tender as a secret kiss."
Don't Let the Forest in (2024) C G Drews "A bloodied tale of toxic romance and botanical horror, this book will ensnare you like the tendrils of a haunted forest."
The Thirteenth Child (2024) Erin A Craig "Sinister and beautiful, this dark fairytale swept me away to a decadent world of capricious gods and gold-limned danger."
The Temptation of Magic (2024) (Empyreal Trilogy, book 1) Megan Scott "Simmering romance melds with dark academia in this lush, immersive tale-I was completely spellbound from the very first pages."
Where the Dark Stands Still (2024) A B Poranek "Folkloric and beautiful, Where The Dark Stands Still invites you to stray from the safe paths into a darkly whimsical fairytale forest, where secrets and bargains lead to tentative hope."
The Night Hunt (2023) Alexandra Christo "A delightfully heartfelt tale filled with romance and adventure, The Night Hunt is a love letter to messy, monstrous girls."
Before the Devil Knows You're Here (2023) Autumn Krause "Lyrical and poetic, Before the Devil Knows You're Here is a hauntingly beautiful dark fairytale of cursed orchards and Faustian bargains, set to ensnare readers until the final lines."
I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me (2023) (I Feed Her to the Beast, book 1) Jamison Shea "Brutal and beautiful, this book will drag you through the bloodied depths of fierce ambition and into a raw, untethered world of chaos, where salvation comes from crossing the line between girl and monster."
Those We Drown (2023) Amy Goldsmith "An immaculately crafted, eerie thriller that will hold readers in breathless suspense until the final, chilling moments."
Threads That Bind (2023) (Threads That Bind , book 1) Kika Hatzopoulou "A flooded city full of magic and secrets, fallen gods, a thrilling mystery, and a heartfelt examination of the complex bonds of sisterhood. One of the most original and enjoyable debuts I've read."
I'm Not Supposed to Be in the Dark (2023) Riss M Neilson "In her mesmerizing and atmospheric second book, Riss M. Neilson blends themes of family and love with an undercurrent of the supernatural to create a story that is both vivid and beautifully told."
The Alchemy of Moonlight (2023) David Ferraro "As dramatic and haunting as a windswept night beneath the full moon, David Ferraro has created a wonderful reimagining of a gothic classic. Wander through the halls of decadent, ominous Udolpho Castle where danger lies beyond hidden doors, kisses are stolen in midnight hours, and the moonlight will reveal a perilous secret..."
Flowerheart (2023) Catherine Bakewell "A beautiful flower garden of a book, Catherine Bakewell's YA debut is an ode to softness and inner strength. Readers will fall in love with Clara and her determination to protect those she loves."
Unseelie (2023) (Unseelie duology, book 1) Ivelisse Housman "This adventurous tale of sisterhood, found family, and wicked fae is a story told with authenticity and heart."
One Dark Window (2022) (Shepherd King, book 1) Rachel Gillig "An evocative tale of romance, mystery and alluring monsters, told in beautifully lush prose."
Beguiled (2022) Cyla Panin "Cyla Panin has crafted an immersive, original fantasy steeped in Celtic folklore, with a brave heroine whose struggle for independence and self-worth is utterly compelling."
This Vicious Grace (2022) (Last Finestra, book 1) Emily Thiede "Filled with witty banter, unlikely friendships, a swoon-worthy romance, and high stakes tension, Emily Thiede creates an immersive fantasy world inspired by the sun-drenched Amalfi coast that will captivate readers until the very last page. Sure to be a favourite for fans of Stephanie Garber, Leigh Bargudo, and Kerri Maniscalco."
A Forgery of Roses (2022) Jessica S Olson "A Forgery of Roses is a haunted gallery filled with secrets, ominous footsteps through a fog-wreathed city at midnight, and the fierce magic of a sister's love. Jessica Olson paints a multilayered narrative of romance and mystery that will hold readers in suspense until the final chapters."
Tripping Arcadia (2022) Kit Mayquist "Tripping Arcadia is a lush modern gothic tale, filled with decadent glamor and hidden secrets, where Donna Tartt meets Bernardo Bertolucci's The Dreamers. Kit Mayquist weaves a world as alluring and dangerous as an arcane poison."
