Genevieve Gornichec earned her degree in history from The Ohio State University, but she got as close to majoring in Vikings as she possibly could, and her study of the Norse myths and Icelandic sagas became her writing inspiration. She lives in Cleveland, Ohio. The Witch's Heart is her debut novel.
A Forest, Darkly (2026) A G Slatter "No one does gothic fairytales like A.G. Slatter. A Forest, Darkly is an atmospheric, slow-burn dream of a novel. Its protagonist, the resilient Mehrab, is a breath of fresh air, a glimmer of light in the dark forest. With enough life experience to justify her solitude, but with the courage to let others in despite it all, her narration makes for a book that is not only bleak and witty in equal turns, but strangely comforting too, and ultimately hopeful: It is never too late to start your next adventure."
Upon a Starlit Tide (2025) Kell Woods "A dark and enchanting twist on two fairy tales in one, Upon a Starlit Tide will draw you into its depths from the very first page."
Mother of Rome (2025) Lauren J A Bear "Feminine rage in book form, Lauren J.A. Bear's reimagining of Rhea Silvia and her cousin Antho is powerful, compelling, and absolutely unforgettable. Mother of Rome has become one of my all-time favorite books."
The Teller of Small Fortunes (2024) Julie Leong "The Teller of Small Fortunes is an absolute delight from start to finish. Settle in for a cozy, heartwarming journey full of twists and turns, found family, and appreciating the little things alongside the big ones. This book is a true joy."
Masquerade (2024) O O Sangoyomi "A richly drawn world and tenacious heroine made this utterly transportive debut impossible to put down. I eagerly await any story O.O. Sangoyomi decides to tell next."
Bookshops & Bonedust (2023) (Legends & Lattes, book 2) Travis Baldree "As enchanting a prequel as one could ever desire, Bookshops & Bonedust brings the same humor and heart as its predecessor, and has cemented Travis Baldree as an auto-read author for me. Books, baked goods, and necromancy-what more could you possibly want in a story?"
The Queen of Days (2023) Greta Kelly "The Queen of Days is a fun and fast-paced novel that fans of high-stakes fantasy heists are sure to enjoy."
Dark Water Daughter (2023) (Winter Sea, book 1) H M Long "Intricately crafted, stunningly unique, and so vivid you can almost taste the frigid air of the Winter Sea, Dark Water Daughter is my favorite H.M. Long book yet."
The Witch and the Tsar (2022) Olesya Salnikova Gilmore "The Witch and the Tsar delivers high stakes, memorable characters, and a sixteenth-century Russia you can almost reach out and touch. Yaga's tale is a story I never knew I needed."
Wrath Goddess Sing (2022) Maya Deane "Groundbreaking, heart-wrenching, and devastatingly smart, WRATH GODDESS SING is a triumph. In Achilles, Maya Deane has truly given us a heroine for the ages."
The Hacienda (2022) Isabel Cañas "Absolutely enthralling--I read it in one sitting because its vivid prose and spectacular twists and turns made it impossible to put down."
Kaikeyi (2022) Vaishnavi Patel "Utterly captivating from start to finish. I was immersed in Kaikeyi's world from the moment I opened Vaishnavi Patel's stunning debut."
Daughter of the Moon Goddess (2022) (Celestial Kingdom, book 1) Sue Lynn Tan "A gripping adventure inspired by the legend of Chang'e, Daughter of the Moon Goddess explores how far one woman will go for the sake of family, loyalty, and love. Prepare to be swept off your feet by this absolutely magical tale."
The Death of Jane Lawrence (2021) Caitlin Starling "Don’t read this one alone at night; Caitlin Starling has done it again. Unsettling, atmospheric, and downright brutal at times, The Death of Jane Lawrence will continue to haunt you long after you leave Lindridge Hall…if the house lets you leave, that is."
Cackle (2021) Rachel Harrison "Cackle is an all-too-relatable story about finding your inner strength even when you're at rock bottom, tackling the realities of post-break-up life with levity and charm. This book is an absolute delight, and everyone needs a friend like Sophie."
Among Thieves (2021) (Thieves , book 1) M J Kuhn "Among Thieves is such a ride, from beginning to end. Morally grey thieves with hearts of gold (sort of) in a fantasy heist? Count me in. I didn't know who I wanted to win, and I love it when that happens. I can't wait to see what Kuhn does next."
The Wolf and the Woodsman (2021) Ava Reid "Reid has crafted a story that is not only relevant for our times, but has timelessness about it that truly makes it shine. The Wolf and the Woodsman is not a book I will soon forget."
