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How Do I Find My Downloaded Books on My Kindle?

You read the reviews, downloaded the sample (and loved it), and now you’re ready to roll. Time to read that fresh eBook. But where is it? How do you find downloaded books on Kindle?

eBooks bought for Kindle are associated with your Amazon account, not your device, so you may have to take a few troubleshooting steps to find your downloaded titles across your eReader, phone, tablet, etc. Here’s how.


Finding Downloads on the Kindle eReader

If you’re reading via the Kindle eReader device:

1. From your Kindle home screen, tap the “Library” tab. On our Kindle Paperwhite, this tab is located in the bottom right corner.

2. At the top of the Library page, tap the slider icon. From there, you can select “Downloaded” books so you will be able to view your list of downloaded books.

Kindle eReader Downloads Troubleshooting Tips

• Make sure your eReader is connected to the internet

• Make sure your device is connected to the right Amazon account

Check to see that your payment details are up to date in your Amazon account (an expired credit card means you can’t purchase new eBooks, for example)

Sync your Kindle via the “Sync Your Kindle” button in the top navigation menu

Use Amazon’s “manage your content and devices” tool to make sure the eBook has been delivered to the app (or device)

Restart your Kindle via Settings > Device Options > Restart

Reset your Kindle to factory settings via Settings > Device Options > Reset (note that this will remove all current downloads)


Finding Downloads on the Kindle app

If you’re using the Kindle app on your phone or tablet:

1. Open the Kindle app.

2. Tap “Library” in the bottom menu.

3. At the top of the Library page, tap “Downloaded.” Here, you will find your list of downloaded books.

Kindle App Downloads Troubleshooting Tips

If you still can’t find your Kindle books in the app library:

Make sure your device is connected to the internet

Make sure you have the latest version of the Kindle app

Check to see if your Kindle app is synced with the right Amazon account

Make sure your payment details are up to date (an expired credit card means you can’t purchase new ebooks)

Sync your mobile Kindle app

Use Amazon’s “manage your content and devices” tool to make sure the eBook has been delivered to the app (or device)

Delete the Kindle app and download it again (note that this will remove existing downloads)


Adding Downloads From Other eBook Stores and Libraries

Amazon allows readers to download books from other digital storefronts and libraries and add them to their devices and to the Kindle app. Kindle accepts a number of file formats, including .doc/.docx, JPEG, HTML, PNG, and EPUB. Make sure the file type you’re using is compatible. You can find a complete list here.

Here are a few steps to make sure you’ve correctly added eBooks from another source:

1. Download the file to your computer or phone

2. From your device, tap Settings > Your Account > Send to Kindle email, then copy the email address listed

3. Using an email server of your choice, open a new email and plug that Kindle email address into the “To” line

4. Attach your eBook files and tap “Send”

5. Wait a few minutes, then refresh your Kindle

6. Your newly downloaded eBook should appear in your Kindle library


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6 Small Town Books for Fans of Gilmore Girls

As the weather gets cooler, we get into the best time of the year: Gilmore Girls rewatch season. While the show originally aired from 2000 to 2007, this show that features a mother-daughter duo living in the small town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut is still beloved today.

In the first season of the show, we meet young single mom Lorelai Gilmore and her academically gifted 16-year-old daughter, Rory. To help pay for the expensive private school Rory was accepted to, Lorelai asks her wealthy parents—who she is not close to—for assistance. Her mother, Emily, agrees, but under one condition: the girls must attend dinner at their house every Friday night.

There are many reasons Stars Hollow is so beloved; it’s a haven for anyone who loves coffee shops, bookshops, and independent businesses. Fans of the original series, as well as the 2016 Netflix revival, will enjoy our list of six books that feature small towns!

Why Small Town Books Are So Popular

Small towns and slower lifestyles have been romanticized for centuries. Writers have fashioned stories about the innocence of small-town life, the sanctity of country churches, and the wholesomeness of the simple pace. Today, there’s a renewed interest in reading books set in small towns.

Many readers are drawn to these locations as escape pods—they’re quiet and offer seclusion. But these small towns offer readers more than just an aesthetic; there is an intimate familiarity to many of these fictional locales that draws people back again and again. Paired with a cast of characters who have known each other for years, small town books are perfect for readers looking for a comforting read to immerse themselves in.


Small Town Books - Bella and the New Guy by Amy Sparling

1. Bella and the New Guy

by Amy Sparling

In the small Texas town of Roca Springs, Bella is about to graduate from high school and is looking forward to spending her summer at the local motocross track. Her passion is dirt bikes and the last thing she’s looking for is Liam Mosely to appear in her life. The disgraced motocross star was kicked off the professional team he was on for being arrogant and cocky. He’s trouble but attractive, and Bella suspects that this summer may not go according to her plan.

If you are Team Jess when it comes to Rory Gilmore’s love life, you’ll enjoy this first book in Amy Sparling’s Love on the Track series. One rave review on Amazon says, “Bella’s character is strong and relatable while Liam is exactly what you’d expect (but swoon!). And their chemistry sizzles on the page!” Don’t miss this small town young adult read!

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Small Town Books - Small Town Rumors by Carolyn Brown

2. Small Town Rumors

by Carolyn Brown

Jennie Sue Baker has returned home to Bloom, Texas after her life in New York became a mess. Bloom’s residents thrive on gossip and the former high school queen bee’s downfall has the town buzzing. Rumor has it that Jennie is crushing on Rick Lawson, a farmer, and now works as a housekeeper. As a romance begins to spark, Jennie will have to navigate life’s twists and turns in the midst of small town chatter.

Written by a New York Times bestselling author, Small Town Rumors features a tiny town fueled by gossip. In Stars Hollow, Patty and Babette are often seen chatting about their town’s fellow residents. Similar to Lorelai overcoming her past, Jennie must do the same while figuring out what it is in life that matters the most.

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Small Town Books - That Boy by Jillian Dodd

3. That Boy

by Jillian Dodd

Jayden Reynolds is friends with Danny Diamond and Phillip Mackenzie. Danny is a golden boy with dreamy eyes and perfect hair. Every girl crushes on him, and it’s not hard to with his smile. Phillip has known Jayden since they were little. He can basically read her mind and is always there for Jayden when she needs help. Both of these boys are Jayden’s best friends, but only one will be her first kiss, one will be her prom date, and one will propose to her.

This contemporary young adult romance from author Jillian Dodd features a love triangle storyline that is perfect for fans of the Gilmore Girls episodes where Rory was faced with choosing between Dean and Jess. There are over 2,700 five-star reviews on That Boy, and they all agree “this is legitimately one of the cutest, awesomest love stories!”

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Small Town Books - All for You by Melody Grace

4. All for You

by Melody Grace

Summer Bloom’s days as a high-end pastry chef are spent creating sweet treats. When a detour takes her to a run-down bakery, she sees it as a new opportunity to chase her dreams and build a new life in Sweetbriar Cove. But she doesn’t anticipate her new landlord, Grayson Reid, to steal her heart. Will this pair find their happily ever after in their small east coast town?

Melody Grace is the New York Times bestselling author of the Sweetbriar Cove series, which has 17 books. If Sookie, Lorelai Gilmore’s best friend, was one of your favorite characters in the show, you’ll love this feel-good romance that features a talented chef!

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Small Town Books - The Inn on Harmony Island by Anne-Marie Meyer

5. The Inn on Harmony Island

by Anne-Marie Meyer

Shelby never planned on returning to Harmony Island. But when her grandmother’s lawyer says if she doesn’t return to fulfill her grandmother’s stipulations, the old inn that has been in the family for generations would be sold to the highest bidder. As her past catches up with her, Shelby befriends a local bookstore owner and finds herself falling for someone from her childhood.

If some of your favorite Gilmore Girls scenes took place at the Independence Inn or the Dragonfly Inn, you’ll love this series starter from USA Today bestselling author Anne-Marie Meyer that focuses on romance and friendship. Don’t miss out on this “great addition to the small town trope” that has over 1,300 five-star reviews on Amazon!

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Small Town Books - The Bad Mother's Handbook by Kate Long

6. The Bad Mother’s Handbook

by Kate Long

Despite 17-year-old Charlotte Cooper’s efforts to complete school and cope with her family, she’s pregnant. Karen, Charlotte’s mother who wasn’t planning on becoming a grandmother at 33, uncovers a big family secret that involves her own birth. Meanwhile, Karen’s mother, Nan, knows things will work out for Charlotte in the end. But if she could put her fragmented memory’s pieces together, she’d have some fun tales to share.

Similar to Gilmore Girls, The Bad Mother’s Handbook features three generations of women, each trying to navigate the complexities life throws at them. This international bestseller has received lots of praise since its publication in 2007, and one rave review calls it “a must-read for mothers and daughters everywhere.”

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Get Spooky with These Paranormal Romance Books for Adults

It’s that time of year again when the leaves change color and we cuddle up with blankets and good reads. If you love reading about paranormal creatures or anything that falls under the spooky umbrella, then you’ll love this list of paranormal romance books for adults.

What are Paranormal Romance Books for Adults?

Paranormal romance books are a great way to get your fix of spooky stories without being too scared. These types of romance novels often have elements of paranormal or fantasy mixed into the story for an intriguing plot you won’t be able to put down. There’s always a focus on characters with superpowers, otherworldly beings, or a combination of the two. Witches, ghosts, faeries, and fallen angels are just some of the types of creatures that you can find in these books. As mentioned in an article by Smashbear, “while certain elements of a paranormal romance book are fantastical, the world they’re set in is not.”

Whether you’re looking for a light-hearted paranormal romance or something a little more sinister and spicy, there’s something on this list to suit your tastes.


Paranormal Romance Books for Adults - Darkness Unknown by Selina A. Fenech

1. Darkness Unknown

by Selina A. Fenech

Back in her hometown after her mother’s death, Everly has a plan to get in and out fast. Watching a monster kill Rylan, the boy who broke her heart, wasn’t part of that plan. Now, his body is missing and her dreams are where his soul is trapped. Will Everly be able to figure things out and save Rylan?

This urban fantasy from author Selina A. Fenech features a slow-burn romance mixed with a mystery as Everly tries to save the only man she has ever loved. There are plenty of vampires and shifters in this book and trilogy, and readers are raving about it. As described in one Amazon review, the book is “a fantastic tale that immediately transports the reader from the normal and mundane into a reality that twists and melts like a Dali painting.” Don’t wait to add this to your virtual library!

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Paranormal Romance Books for Adults - Lucifer's Daughter by Kel Carpenter

2. Lucifer’s Daughter

by Kel Carpenter

Tattoo artist Ruby Morningstar is a half-succubus demon who lives in Portland with her best friend, Moira, who is a banshee, and their pet raccoon. They believed that was who she is for all 23 years of her life, but her world turns upside down after a handsome stranger bails her out of jail. Suddenly Ruby learns that she’s the bringer of the apocalypse—not the Four Horsemen.

Written by USA Today bestselling author Kel Carpenter, Lucifer’s Daughter features the Four Horsemen. One of the hundreds of highly rated Amazon reviews says, “I would recommend giving this a try if you like strong female characters with some magic and action, and I’m not just talking about bedroom action.” If demons are your cup of tea when it comes to paranormal romances, Lucifer’s Daughter is a must-read!

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Paranormal Romance Books for Adults - Savage Mates by Allie Santos

3. Savage Mates

by Allie Santos

Liana is a werewolf who doesn’t have the ability to shift. Often overlooked, her pack doesn’t care for her—she’s an omega. But when she shifted, she got her true mates. Refusing their pity as they didn’t want her, Liana leaves for human society. When her mates seek her out, she refuses to submit to her three savage mates. Afterall, she has claws and she’s not afraid to use them.

Fans of possessive werewolves and rejected mates are sure to love Savage Mates. Between the steamy scenes and some tear-jerking scenes, this standalone book offers a new take on omegas. One rave review says that there are “so many amazing things about this book!”

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Paranormal Romance Books for Adults - Dragon's Kitty by Eve Langlais

4. Dragon’s Kitty

by Eve Langlais

Israfil isn’t exactly a people person, much less a cat person. Yet somehow, he acquires a feline after he’s released from his prison. But the cat ends up being nothing compared to Serafina, a treasure hunter who won’t even let a horseman of the apocalypse—and his cat—get in her way. As they search dangerous catacombs for an artifact, Serafina will have to keep an eye out for traps and her attraction to Israfil…

Eve Langlais is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Dragon’s Kitty is the latest book in her Dragon Point series. This fun paranormal romance features a dragon shifter and magic, and it’s an overall fun read; there are even some moments from the cat’s perspective! It’s no wonder why many of the Amazon reviews mention that they “love the adventure, the humor and of course the steamy bits!”

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Paranormal Romance Books for Adults - Lover Arisen by J.R. Ward

5. Lover Arisen

by J.R. Ward

Balthazar is s a thief who never expected his heart to be stolen by a human. While on the hunt for the Book of Spells, he has to fight his undeniable attraction to homicide detective Erika Saunders. Something otherworldly is happening in Caldwell, New York and Erika’s nightmares involve being hunted by shadows and a mysterious man. Will the thing bringing Balthazar and Erika together destroy the Brotherhood?

Lover Arisen is part of J.R. Ward’s New York Times bestselling series, The Black Dagger Brotherhood. As mentioned in a rave review from the Philadelphia Inquirer, “it is the reemergence of an old enemy and the heartbreaking sacrifice of a longtime fan favorite that leaves you stunned and facing a torturous wait for answers in the next book. It’s another thrilling entry in the long-running series.”

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Paranormal Romance Books for Adults - Her Alien Angel by Michele Mills

6. Her Alien Angel

by Michele Mills

Evie has no idea why a winged and satanic-looking male left his baby outside her door. She’s the only female human on Salo for miles and she does her best to care for the baby. When something possessive quietly comes into her home, she finally sees the baby’s father. Her breath is caught when his white wings wrap around her. Evie’s fingers map his body at night, but he flies off every morning. When he eventually leaves for good, will the baby go with him?

With nearly 700 five-star reviews on Amazon, Her Alien Angel is a must-read if you’re looking to add a paranormal romance with angels to your TBR list. As one reviewer puts it, “A Hyrokkin with wings? Yes, please! This whole story just flowed like a magical dream.” Don’t wait to download the book readers describe as hot and impossible to put down!

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6 Mental Health Books We Love

Mental health books comprise a genre rich with diverse voices, perspectives, and approaches. Books about mental health come in many forms, and there’s an abundance of great choices for everyone.

Types of Mental Health Books

Mental health books come in all forms. There are biographies, like Kay Redfield Jamison’s An Unquiet Mind, a compelling account of her experience with bipolar disorder. And similar books about living with specific diagnoses, like anxiety, depression, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.

There are books about the history of mental illness and its treatments, like Desperate Remedies: Psychiatry’s Turbulent Quest to Cure Mental Illness by the sociologist Andrew Scull. You can even find books of poetry about mental health. The Carrying by Poet Laureate Ada Limón includes verses about the grief of infertility.

Some mental health titles fall into the self-improvement category, like Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans.

How to Pick a Book About Mental Health

When picking a book about mental health, you will be presented with a plethora of options. These questions will help you identify which read is right for you:

1. What is my goal? Am I looking for tips on mental healthcare? Do I want to feel understood? Do I want to understand someone else? To understand the history of mental health and diagnoses?

2. Am I looking for a narrative story? Advice or instructions? A historical or medical account?

3. Consider who is writing the book—what expertise do they have?


Mental Health Books - Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? By Julie Smith, Ph.D.

1. Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

by Julie Smith, Ph.D.

In Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? The Tik-Tok famous clinical psychologist Julie Smith details how the mind, body, and emotions work together to influence every ounce of our lives. In short chapters, Smith unpacks her mental health toolbox and demonstrates how all the gadgets work.

Readers will walk away better at caring for their mental health and with techniques to manage anxiety, depression, and self-doubt. Plus, they’ll learn to cultivate resilience, motivation and inspiration, self-confidence, and forgiveness.

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Mental Health Books - Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle By Amelia Nagoski, Ph.D., and Emily Nagoski

2. Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle

by Amelia Nagoski, Ph.D., and Emily Nagoski

If you’re a working American, it’s very likely you’ve experienced burnout at some point. According to Deloitte, 77% of workers in the US have experienced burnout in their jobs, and those who are burned out say unmanageable stress negatively affects their work and their personal lives.

Burnout is specifically targeted at helping women minimize burnout and its effects, but everyone will get something from this book. Readers will learn how to “complete” the stress cycle, appreciate and love your body, and monitor your emotions to better use them for your benefit.

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Mental Health Books - The Body Keeps the Score By Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.

3. The Body Keeps the Score

by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.

Dr. Bessel van der Kolk is a psychiatrist and clinical researcher with decades of experience working with patients who have experienced severe forms of trauma. The Body Keeps the Score is a powerful account of the far-reaching effect of trauma, both mental and physical, and how his patients have learned to heal.

This wonderfully readable and powerful mental health book comprises both narrative patient stories and histories of medical research and treatment.

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Mental Health Books - The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health: Navigate an Unequal System, Learn Tools for Emotional Wellness, and Get the Help You Deserve By Rheeda Walker, Ph.D.

4. The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health: Navigate an Unequal System, Learn Tools for Emotional Wellness, and Get the Help You Deserve

by Rheeda Walker, Ph.D.

Clinical psychologist Rheeda Walker pulls back the curtain to shine a light on the Black mental health crisis created by a system that is not designed to provide equal healthcare to all. Readers will learn how to identify the symptoms of mental illness, find psychological healing, foster community, and find the help they need. Walker also offers tools and strategies to mitigate stress and enrich emotional wellness.

The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health is a must-read for every person of color and the allies that stand with them.

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Mental Health Books - Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental Health By Thomas Insel, M.D.

5. Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental Health

by Thomas Insel, M.D.

As a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and former director of the National Institute of Mental Health, Thomas Insel has seen the inner machinery of the mental health system and knows first-hand why it’s failing so many people who desperately need care.

In Healing, Insel shifts the focus from the biological and chemical influences on mental health to how we can prevent and heal from the effects of mental illness. The book explores why the quality of mental healthcare varies so widely, why many practitioners lack accountability, and why we’ve become so resigned to treating symptoms rather than problems.

Insel lays out the brokenness of the mental health system and how it can be made right, with what he calls the three Ps: people, place, and purpose.

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Mental Health Books - How We Heal: Uncover Your Power and Set Yourself Free By Alexandra Elle

6. How We Heal: Uncover Your Power and Set Yourself Free

by Alexandra Elle

Everyone has a need to heal in some way. Whether it’s healing from an acute traumatic experience, the loss of a loved one, the dissolution of a relationship, or simply damaging beliefs about oneself. In How We Heal, Alexandra Elle presents a four-part framework for healing and offers practical advice readers can apply in their own lives, like journaling, meditation, and boundary-setting.

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8 Cozy Mystery Series To Curl Up With

One of the most enjoyable things that you can do when you have time to yourself is to curl up with a good book, and there are no better books to do so with than cozy mysteries! If you’re looking to add some lighthearted mysteries with a dose of sweetness to your TBR list, we have you covered. Here are the top 8 cozy mystery series that are perfect for curling up with.

How Are Cozy Mysteries Different From Mysteries?

Cozy mysteries are a lighter take on the typical crime mystery. They don’t have as much of the gore, or violence that a classic whodunit has. These books often take place in friendly small towns and feature amateur sleuths—and even animal sidekicks in some books! The lovable characters band together to solve crimes and catch the culprits. Plus, cozy mystery series tend to have titles full of puns!

As mentioned in a Publisher’s Weekly article, “the heart of why readers love cozies is they know what they are getting. They know they will have a sleuth who is pulled into the crime because that sleuth cares about other people, they know that the sleuth’s friends and family will help and hinder the investigation, they know that humor will abound, and they know that in the end, through all the twists and turns, the killer will be caught.”


Cozy Mystery Series - Daphne Jones Mysteries by Phillipa Nefri Clark

1. Daphne Jones Mysteries

by Phillipa Nefri Clark

The outback town of Little Bridges is the perfect location for the wedding Daphne Jones is set to officiate, but someone is determined to stop the union. When a member of the bridal party is found dead in a swimming pool, Daphne’s gut knows this was not an accident. A celebrant sleuth with a love of puzzles, Daphne has a number of suspects after learning of family feuds and missing money. She refuses to give up… unless the killer gets to her first.

This fun cozy mystery series features a traveling wedding officiant with a heart of gold in Australia. One five star review for Till Daph Do Us Part, the first book in the series, says, “there is much to love about this book. The author has an excellent writing style. The plot moves nicely. The characters are interesting and well-developed.” If you’re looking for a series filled with quirky characters, don’t wait to add this series to your virtual library!

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Cozy Mystery Series - A Bookish Cafe Mystery by Harper Lin

2. A Bookish Cafe Mystery

by Harper Lin

Bookseller Maggie Bell works in a charming Connecticut bookstore. When her boss passes away, his son, Joshua Whitfield, has plans to turn part of the bookstore into a vampire and silly romance book themed cafe. In the middle of the renovation, an electrician is killed. Joshua becomes the prime suspect and Maggie has to put aside their differences to help clear his name. But as her attraction to Joshua grows, will she be able to fall for this man who doesn’t even enjoy reading?

From a USA Today bestselling author comes a series that has it all: a bookstore setting, a cute black cat, and a dash of romance. A highly rated Amazon review says, “Harper Lin does a masterful job of weaving a story with plenty of murder suspects for the armchair sleuth consider… I definitely plan to enjoy more of this author’s books.” Start this series today!

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Cozy Mystery Series - A Raina Sun Mystery by Anne R. Tan

3. A Raina Sun Mystery

by Anne R. Tan

Raina Sun is a graduate student doing her best as bills roll in and her college adviser cons her, but her luck is running out. She ends up finding her advisor’s dead body, becomes the prime suspect, and then her ex reappears as the case’s lead detective. On top of that, Raina’s grandmother shows up at her tiny apartment with her own trouble in store. As she hones her sleuthing skills, Raina learns that when it comes to murder, there isn’t room for amateurs.

With eleven books in the series, you won’t be short on hilarious cozies that feature a Chinese-American protagonist and characters that feel very real. As one rave review puts it, “The twists and turns delivered repeatedly so that I didn’t have a moment to grow bored with this mystery. I will read it again and again, and I can’t wait to read more in this series.” The 11 books in this cozy series are perfect for any bookworm!

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Cozy Mystery Series - The Murder, Curlers Series by Arlene McFarlane

4. The Murder, Curlers Series

by Arlene McFarlane

Valentine Beaumont is a beautician who is struggling to revive her business after a perm gone wrong. After a socialite is strangled while waiting for her facial, Valentine knows she needs to start figuring out the clues. Despite warnings from a detective who is hard-headed and sexy, Valentine commits to clearing her name before another one of her clients is murdered.

If you’re a fan of cozy mysteries that have laugh-out-loud banter and a little bit of romance thrown in the mix, you won’t want to miss this series from USA Today bestselling author Arlene McFarlane! Highly rated reviews on Amazon describe Murder, Curlers, and Cream as delightful and humorous, and one review states, “If you’re looking for an entertaining escape – this book is for you.” Add this cozy mystery series to your TBR list today!

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Cozy Mystery Series - Moonstone Bay by Amanda M. Lee

5. Moonstone Bay

by Amanda M. Lee

Hadley Hunter lived a normal life up until a grandmother she never knew passes away and leaves her with a lighthouse on Moonstone Bay Island. Ready for adventure, she goes to check out the lighthouse and is intrigued by what she sees. But when she notices magical things happening and sees a body on the beach, it looks like the island has a killer and they’re stalking Hadley, Moonstone Bay’s newest witch.

Witchin’ USA is the first of ten books in the Moonstone Bay series. One rave review puts it perfectly: “This was so much fun to read, expertly written with a whole house full of drama, snark, sass, determination and a background setting that is drool worthy.” What more could you want in a fun and paranormal cozy mystery? Don’t wait to grab this series and add some magic to your virtual library!

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Cozy Mystery Series - Hamish Macbeth Mysteries by M. C. Beaton

6. Hamish Macbeth Mysteries

by M. C. Beaton

Lady Jane Winters is a widow with a gossip column. After joining a fishing class, Lady Jane wastes no time in using her sharp tongue to ruffle the feathers of the others in the class, including Lochdubh Constable Hamish Macbeth. Hamish believed nobody would silence the widow—that is until her strangled body is found. Hamish may be in over his head as he works through a list of suspects. After all, knowledge is power and killers usually strike more than once…

Visit the Scotland Highlands in this cozy mystery series by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author and Queen of Crime, M. C. Beaton! Well-written and full of quirky characters in a beautiful setting, it’s no wonder why readers are hooked. With over 30 books in the series, you’ll never be short on intriguing mysteries. Download Death of a Gossip and get captivated by this cozy series.

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Cozy Mystery Series - Lady Hardcastle by T. E. Kinsey

7. Lady Hardcastle

by T. E. Kinsey

It’s 1908 and widow Lady Emily Hardcastle has moved from London to the country in the hopes of living a quiet life with her maid, Florence Armstrong. Once a body is discovered in the woods, Lady Hardcastle and Flo discover a web of intrigue, learning about resentment and rivalries. Surrounded by suspicion and uncertainty, only one thing is for sure: there is no quiet life in the country.

A Quiet Life in the Country is the first book in the Lady Hardcastle series. One highly rated review mentions that the “excellent use of humor combined with a well-written plot and erudite vocabulary” are what make the first book such an enjoyable read. If you’re looking for a witty cozy mystery that’s both relaxing and entertaining, you don’t want to miss this beloved series by T. E. Kinsey!

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Cozy Mystery Series - Florida Keys Bed & Breakfast Cozy Mystery by Danielle Collins

8. Florida Keys Bed & Breakfast Cozy Mystery

by Danielle Collins

Located in the Florida Keys is the bed and breakfast that Eva Stewart runs with her parrot. While Eva loves reading murder mystery books and hosting her book club, she unexpectedly ends up with an actual murder mystery on her hands when a body is found near the B&B. Using what she knows from her favorite books, will she be able to help crack the case?

Your next murder mystery is waiting for you in this series written by bestselling author Danielle Collins! There are six books and the most recent one was published in March 2022. With over 1000 five star ratings on Amazon for the first book, this fast-paced cozy mystery is sure to hook you with its unexpected twists. Described as “engaging” and “realistic” by reviewers, you won’t want to skip this series.

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11 Beach Books Perfect to Read by the Water

As you pack your bags for your next trip to the beach, the one thing you cannot forget to pack is a great book, or three. Take your pick from this list of some of our favorite beach books.

What Makes A Good Beach Read?

The best beach reads are page turners. It’s the kind of book that makes you lose track of time. Maybe it’s because a love story is so captivating, a mystery so puzzling, or an adventure so exciting.

Books for the beach come in all forms, genres, and lengths. And though beach reads are typically lighter in subject matter, as you’ll see in this list, there are worthwhile beach reads from the world of mental health and true crime.

Our list includes both easy-reading novels and great nonfiction books that will keep you glued to the pages.


Beach Books - My Killer Vacation by Tessa Bailey

1. My Killer Vacation

by Tessa Bailey

A relaxing vacation on Cape Cod turns into a murder mystery when Taylor finds a body in the rental house she is supposed to share with her brother. When a handsome and dangerous bounty hunter shows up, Taylor, a true crime fanatic, insists on helping him track down the killer.

Romantic and suspenseful, My Killer Vacation is the perfect excuse to plant yourself on the beach all day. According to one Goodreads reviewer, “This was the light and funny read I needed… but make it spicy & murder mystery. I wanted a quick and captivating book and this hit the perfect spot.”

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Beach Books - World Travel: An Irreverent Guide By Anthony Bourdain with Laurie Woolever

2. World Travel: An Irreverent Guide

by Anthony Bourdain with Laurie Woolever

Maybe the nearest beach, or even the local pool, is as far as your summer travels will take you. The good news is, World Travel, a collection of writings and thoughts by the late chef and writer Anthony Bourdain, will take you just about anywhere in the world you want to go.

Part travel guide, part cultural reflection, this book is a good choice for the reader who likes short, snackable bits. The collection also features essays from Bourdain’s friends, family, and colleagues on food, travel, and personal exploration.

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Beach Books - French Exit By Patrick DeWitt

3. French Exit

by Patrick DeWitt

Patrick DeWitt’s short and delightful novel French Exit is for lovers of wit, sarcasm, and dark humor. When an aristocratic Upper East Side widow finds herself at the end of her rope socially and financially, she takes her childish adult son to Paris, the City of Light, in the hopes of starting over. But it turns out things aren’t so easy, and our main characters get caught up in the wry friction of Parisian high society.

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Beach Books - Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family By Robert Kolker

4. Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family

by Robert Kolker

The history of the Galvin family is a page turner if there ever was one. Hidden Valley Road is the story of an American family rocked by a string of diagnoses—over a decade, six of the twelve Galvin children are diagnosed with schizophrenia.

This is the tragic yet completely enrapturing story of the family whose contributions to the science of mental health are unmatched, yet in many ways unauthorized.

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Beach Books - The Summer I Turned Pretty By Jenny Han

5. The Summer I Turned Pretty

by Jenny Han

Summers at Cousins Beach are always magical for Isabel “Belly” Conklin. Her world revolves around the small beach town and the friends there who have become like family, including Conrad and Jeremiah, two brothers Belly has known since childhood. But as they’ve grown, the relationships have changed. Could one of them be more than a friend? This YA romance novel is full of the genre’s favorite tropes and golden settings—and it just begs to be read.

You may know Jenny Han from her best-selling book and Netflix movie of the same name: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before. And if you can’t get enough, you’re in luck! The Summer I Turned Pretty is the first book in Han’s summer trilogy, which includes It’s Not Summer Without You and We’ll Always Have Summer.

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Beach Books - The Rural Diaries: Love, Livestock, and Big Life Lessons Down on Mischief Farm By Hilarie Burton Morgan

6. The Rural Diaries: Love, Livestock, and Big Life Lessons Down on Mischief Farm

by Hilarie Burton Morgan

When the actress Hilarie Burton Morgan became pregnant with her first child, she and her partner, the actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan, decided it was time to opt out of the glamorous life they had been leading between New York City and Los Angeles, and instead move to a working farm in rural Hudson Valley, New York. On Mischief Farm, the Morgans have raised a family, a bunch of animals, and plenty of hell.

Readers needn’t be familiar with the Morgans or their work to love this charming, tender, and often hilarious memoir that reflects on love, parenting, ambition, and what it means to fall in love with a community.

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Beach Books - Reason and Romance By Terrance Layhew

7. Reason and Romance

by Terrance Layhew

George Austen believes romance novels are beneath him. Ever concerned with being a “serious” author, a rival goads him into writing his own romance book. So George must begin at the beginning, by asking, is romance more than a genre?

A contemporary romance novel for readers who resist, or even frown upon, the contemporary romance novel, Reason and Romance will delight and charm.

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Beach Books - Trailed: One Woman’s Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders By Kathryn Miles

8. Trailed: One Woman’s Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders

by Kathryn Miles

In 1996, two women were murdered while backpacking in Virginia’s Shenandoah National Forest. Both were skilled and experienced outdoorswomen. Twenty years later, journalist Kathryn Miles tries to crack open the case that went cold long ago.

In her book, Miles eliminates previous suspects and identifies new ones, discovers potential cover-ups, and gains access to key witnesses and documents. The story is consuming and endlessly readable. True crime fans will love Miles’s earnest and thoughtful investigation of the crime and her reflection on the dangers that women face in the wilderness and in U.S. national parks, and why crime investigations fail so many women.

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Beach Books - Painting Time By Maylis de Kerangal

9. Painting Time

by Maylis de Kerangal

Painting Time is the story of Paula Karst, a blossoming artist on the verge of a great artistic breakthrough and mastery of craft. Yet in many ways Paula is lost—young, still living with her parents, and unsure of where her work will take her. This coming-of-age novel is a rich and atmospheric journey into the world of art and painting, and across Europe.

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Beach Books - On Rotation By Shirlene Obuobi

10. On Rotation

by Shirlene Obuobi

Angela “Angie” Appiah has everything she’s supposed to: medical school, a promising career, a successful boyfriend, and successful friends. When her world starts falling apart, Angie realizes these aren’t the things she wants, but the things she has been told she should want.

When she finds herself wanting Ricky Gutierrez, the kind of partner she never envisioned for herself, Angie has to recast herself in the story of her life—in a role that she chooses. Obuobi’s debut novel is funny, romantic, and deliciously readable from start to finish.

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Beach Books - Diner of Lost Souls By Graham Diamond and Hedy Campeas

11. Diner of Lost Souls

by Graham Diamond and Hedy Campeas

Cora Drakos is the owner of the Athena Diner—and a part-time sleuth. Her work takes her around the world, from New York to Athens and every dangerous corner in between. The latest mystery, though, has come dangerously close to home. Cora is on a mission to track down the person who brutally beat a homeless man near the diner, a would-be murderer who wanted the anonymous man dead.

This short indie title is a must-read for those who love an international mystery thriller.

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Escape Reality With These LGBTQ Fantasy Books

Fantasy novel devotees may already have a handful of LGBTQ titles on their shelves. The genre is full of great authors writing powerful stories with casts of characters that reflect the spectrum of human sexual orientation and gender identity. 

If you want an introduction to the fantasy realm, we recommend giving LGBTQ fantasy books a try.

What are LGBTQ Fantasy Books?

LGBTQ fantasy books are books that fall in the fantasy genre and feature characters—usually main characters—who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community. For example, these stories might feature a queer romance, a community of trans celestials, or gay vampires. You might also hear these called queer fantasy books. Many fantasy books incorporate themes, tropes, and symbols from other genres as well, like romance, sci-fi, dystopian, supernatural, and horror.

Check out these eight LGBTQ fantasy titles you should add to your TBR list.


LGBT Fantasy Books - The Once and Future Queen by Adam P. Knave, Dj Kirkbride, and Nickolas Brokenshire

1. The Once and Future Queen

by Adam P. Knave and Dj Kirkbride, and illustrated by Nickolas Brokenshire

This graphic novel’s hero Rani Arturus, is a teenage chess prodigy who falls into an epic reimagination of the King Arthur legend and becomes a world-saving hero. The Once and Future Queen combines Camelot, alien invasion, romance, and mind games into an adventurous story full of multi-ethnic characters with diverse orientations.

The graphic novel has won a slew of awards, including the 2018 Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity Nominee, and was named one of Comicon’s Most Progressive Comics of 2017.

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LGBT Fantasy Books - Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor by Xiran Jay Zhao

2. Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor

by Xiran Jay Zhao

When Zachary Ying sets out to explore his Chinese heritage, he uncovers an amazing discovery about his identity. Now a hero in the making, he must journey across China to fulfill his quest: Close the portal to the underworld before it blows open and destroys the mortal realm. Along the way, he must free himself from a Chinese emperor who has attached himself to Zack’s VR headset, rescue his mother from the demons who kidnapped her soul, and learn to harness his powers for good.

If you’re a fantasy reader, you may already know Zhao, who is the New York Times best-selling author of the Iron Widow series. Zachary Ying is written for middle-grade readers, but the action in this book is appealing to all.

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LGBT Fantasy Books - Forbidden Throne by Jennifer Laslie

3. Forbidden Throne

by Jennifer Laslie

As the heir apparent to her father’s throne, Rosalyn is prepared to wear the crown and find her king. But when she sees the dragon princess Helena, she realizes she doesn’t want to rule with a king, but with Helena by her side. Will Rosalyn be able to change the kingdom’s archaic beliefs about gender roles? Will Helena have her?

This short, magical romance is an easy yet exciting read from a prolific indie author who is known for writing bold female protagonists and crafting spicy romance plots.

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LGBT Fantasy Books - The Seep by Chana Porter

4. The Seep

by Chana Porter

The world has been invaded by a mysterious force that calls itself The Seep. The world as we know it is gone—new economic systems, new governments, and even new technologies shape our lives. Trina, a trans woman, and her wife Deeba live under the seemingly benevolent rule of The Seep. When Deeba decides to pursue a rebirth, Trina is left behind to fill the void, resist The Seep, and save others from its powers.

The Seep is a quick, dystopian read that casts human emotions in a world ruled by an emotionless being. Characters must relearn what it means to be human, what it means to be in relationship with each other.

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LGBT Fantasy Books - Prince of the Sorrows by Kellen Graves

5. Prince of the Sorrows

by Kellen Graves

This queer fantasy romance is pure Dark Academia. Traded away from his birth parents in exchange for their own good luck, Saffron has lived quietly in the high fey world of Morrígan Academy in Alfidel. Unless he can get a recommendation that protects his right to stay, Saffron risks being banished back to the human realm in which he was born, a cold, hateful one he has never really known.

Goodreads reviewers gush over Graves’s beautiful rendering of a fae love story that just begs to be read, one full of diverse characters, secret identities, changelings, lore, and slow-burning romance.

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LGBT Fantasy Books - This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron

6. This Wicked Fate

by Kalynn Bayron

In This Wicked Fate, Briseis must defeat her enemies and win the remaining pieces of the deadly Absyrtus Heart, lest her mother die. To win this battle, Briseis must tap into her family’s ancient magic and embark on a journey that threatens her life at every turn.

Bayron is the best-selling author of Cinderella Is Dead and This Poison Heart, which is the prequel to This Wicked Fate. She’s known for writing boundary-busting, Black female characters who stop at nothing to conquer the darkness.

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LGBT Fantasy Books - Little Thieves by Margaret Owen

7. Little Thieves

by Margaret Owen

Vanja Schmidt is on a deadline to pay back her debt and break the curse on her life. Vanja’s mothers have demanded she repay them for taking care of her, so in order to spare her own life, Vanja decides to steal the life of another. This leads Vanja to a scrappy life of grifting, until she crosses the wrong deity, who curses her, adding to her growing list of problems. 

Little Thieves is a story filled with double lives, private detectives, thieves, and vendettas. Readers will enjoy the LGBTQ romance subplots in a queernorm world.

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LGBT Fantasy Books - Evensong's Heir by L.S. Baird

8. Evensong’s Heir

by L.S. Baird

Evensong’s Heir is the story of Willim, a prisoner in the Temple of Valnon, a place where young men yearn to be chosen as Songbirds, but even fewer dare to envy the title of Dove. Dedicated to his role as a Bird and concerned with little else, Willim is surprised to find the Temple on the brink of war and at the mercy of an ancient prophecy. The good news is, he’s been saved by the heroic swordsman Nicholas Grayson. Willim may be able to stop the impending destruction of the temple—as long as he can summon the power of the ancient Saint Alveron.

This indie LGBTQ fantasy novel is a tasteful romance in a richly painted story of music, ambition, and love, with plenty of world-building and history-building.

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Read Together With These Favorite Read Along Books for Kids

Books are one of the best ways to teach kids about the world. They can be used for educational purposes, to help with their reading skills, or just to give them a story to enjoy. Reading will open your child’s mind to all that they can learn about the world around them.

The Benefits Of Read Along Books for Kids

Books are an important part of a child’s development. Through reading books, children are able to understand new words and phrases, increase their vocabulary, and develop imagination through reading. Reading also has many other benefits like improving attention span, comprehension skills, and confidence.

Read along books provide a good opportunity for parents to model reading. Kids might feel frustrated when they need help sounding out words on paper, or they may be fearful of making mistakes. Books with read along stories solve these problems by giving you the opportunity to read aloud while also providing audio narration. Kids are more likely to read themselves if they see you enjoying it too. After all, kids learn by example! Here are some of our favorite read along books for kids.


Wiggly the Worm by Arnie Lightning

1. Wiggly the Worm

by Arnie Lightning

Follow Wiggly Worm and his best friends, Snarky Snail, Rattle Snake, and Munch Mosquito, as they live their lives in the backyard garden. When they decide to explore the world outside of the backyard, where will their adventures take them?

This book includes five fun short stories, “just for fun” activities, and so much more! Let best-selling children’s book author Arnie Lightning guide you and your children through a comfortable and entertaining environment in which you’ll learn plenty of valuable lessons along the way.

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My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things by DK

2. My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things

by DK

Part of DK’s My Very Important Encyclopedias Series, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things is full of many interesting facts about the world, people, animals, plants, and so much more! The book serves as an introduction to what the world is and what it encompasses.

Written in a storybook format with exciting graphic novel elements, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things is a collection of fun facts ranging from the galaxy to dinosaurs, ancient Egypt, and beyond. You may find yourself learning new things alongside your child, and soon they’ll be reading this engaging book all on their own!

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A House for a Mouse by Lisette Starr & Gustyawan

3. A House for a Mouse

by Lisette Starr & Gustyawan

This is a story for younger children about friendship, kindness, and generosity. A boy hears a noise under his bed and fears that there may be a monster coming out of the dark. Instead, the sound has been caused by an inquisitive mouse looking for somewhere warm to sleep in the night- not some horrible creature at all! This book combines brilliant illustrations with rhyming text to make a perfect bedtime story. This book also serves as the perfect guide for children just starting on their reading journey.

A House for a Mouse is part of a greater series called Red Beetle Books. These books are designed to teach children important life lessons in the form of fun and exciting stories that each have a moral woven throughout. These books will help children develop their emotional intelligence while also introducing and instilling in them a love of books and reading.

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I Am Enough by Grace Byers & Keturah A. Bobo

4. I Am Enough

by Grace Byers & Keturah A. Bobo

The perfect gift to all, this gorgeous, lyrical book celebrates loving who you are, respecting others around you, and being kind to one another. “The title and picture alone will do wonders for little girls that resemble this picture. While the message and pictures can and will appeal to many different faces…the message will resonate and empower young girls who are learning to embrace their individuality and celebrate who they are as they are!”

Grace Bryers, a well-known actress and activist, drew inspiration from her childhood for I Am Enough. The bullying she experienced while growing up led to the creation of this beautifully poetic ode to the empowerment of young girls. She also has a follow-up book titled I Believe I Can, meant to celebrate boys and girls as they strive to reach their highest potential.

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Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes by James Dean & Kimberly Dean

6. Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes

by James Dean & Kimberly Dean

Can Pete and his friends find the missing cupcakes? In this edition of the Pete the Cat series, Pete and his friends are baking cupcakes for a party where Pete is planning to perform with his band. But, as it gets closer to the start of the party, they discover that some of the cupcakes are missing. Can Pete and his friends find out who took the cupcakes before it’s time for him to perform?

With over 50 Pete The Cat books to choose from, this fun and engaging series is perfect for children in their reading journey, featuring a lesson in every fun adventure! Kimberly and James Dean are the married duo behind the book series. Both are long-time writers and authors, with James being the original creator and illustrator of the character while Kimberly began collaborating with James and helped to publish the first book in the series. 

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Pax by Sara Pennypacker & Jon Klassen

5. Pax

by Sara Pennypacker & Jon Klassen

A heartfelt and adventurous story about the friendship between a boy and his fox. This story, written by Sara Pennypacker and illustrated by Jon Klassen, will surely make the whole family fall in love with reading. 

Pax was very young when his family was killed and he was rescued by a boy named Peter. Years later, Peter has to move to his grandfather’s house and has to leave Pax behind. But after only one night in his new home, Peter is determined to find Pax and bring him back with him. Will Peter and Pax find their way back to each other in a country ravaged by war?

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The Hottest Erotica Books We Can’t Put Down

Interested in some new steamy book finds penned by Black authors? We got all your wildest fantasies with these recommendations. Erotica, unfortunately, gets a bad rep, but there are so many benefits of reading erotica that this genre deserves a second look.

Why You Should Read Erotica Books

According to mental health and sexuality educator Sarah Jane, reading arousing material can help you shift your stress or anxiety into positive emotions with a rush of dopamine. As life’s daily woes can take a hit on a person’s mind, they can even trickle down into an individual’s sex life. A good erotica book find can take a turn for the better in the bedroom. Additionally, reading erotica books can provide a safe space for sexual exploration. Sex and masturbation have had a long-term connection to shame and taboo.

However, reading erotica is always a reader’s sexual imagination and reinforces readers are worthy of sexual exploration. According to Dr. Risa Kagan, a gynecologist at Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation, about 1 in 10 women have a low sex drive and are distressed by it. A study conducted in the National Library of Medicine found that 90 percent of women used ‘mental framing’ (also known as scenario conjuring) to get aroused. Since erotica provides literary contextualization to characters versus a visual foundation, women erotica readers can connect differently to erotica titles compared to male readers.

Here are 5 of the best erotica books that will leave you wanting more!


Hottest Erotica Books - Hoop Dreams by Aaliyah Jackson

1. Hoop Dreams

by Aaliyah Jackson

When Gemini’s boyfriend, Darius, threatens his promising NBA career by getting caught up with friends from his old neighborhood, it’s up to Gemini to try to get him back on track so he can focus on getting paid and starting a family with her. However, when Darius turns an injury into a major advantage and an NBA deal is finally brought to the table, every clout chaser and side chick in the area is trying to steal Gemini’s man – even the woman she thought she could trust most.

Aaliyah Jackson’s Hoop Dreams is the first book in the three-part series that follows the tumultuous ups and downs of Darius’ love life whilst juggling his NBA career. One five-star review says the book was “very well written, plenty of drama, intrigue, and mystery.”

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Hottest Erotica Books - A Passionate Love by Delaney Diamond

2. A Passionate Love

by Delaney Diamond

Simone Brooks is a wealthy socialite looking for a suitable husband. A man with the right pedigree and economic status that matches her own. Simone runs into Cameron Bennett, part-owner of the hottest nightclub in Atlanta. Cameron loves cooking, the outdoors, and women, not necessarily in that order. After one night together, their sizzling chemistry makes it difficult to stay away. Then comes the hard part—navigating their differences to salvage a relationship that, while it may be imperfect, overflows with love and passion.

USA Today Bestselling Author Delaney Diamond leads the Brooks Family series with A Passionate Love. The journey to the steamy romance between Cameron and Simone is one worth taking and completely unexpected! A reader states, “as with all of Delaney Diamond’s stories, character chemistry is on point and the story flows smoothly from beginning to end. This is a definite must-read!”

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Hottest Erotica Books - Scandalous Affairs by Lady Legacy

3. Scandalous Affairs

by Lady Legacy

After almost six years, Maceo and Chrissy King’s marriage could be over with. Maceo has completely ignored his vows. Cheating is his side hobby, and being faithful doesn’t exist. The King’s marriage looks perfect from the outside looking in. However, everything that glitters ain’t gold. Big trouble is brewing. Maceo is wilding out with his late-night creeps. Things get crazy, as a side chick goes to dangerous lengths to make Maceo her man.

Scandalous Affairs is the first book of the Scandalous Affairs trilogy. When the side chick enters the equation, you know you’re in for a story full of surprises. Maceo and Chrissy’s story was originally released summer of 2017 but was re-released with a whole new set of surprises in February 2021 and it’s a thrilling conclusion to this first book, which readers describe as “action-packed from beginning to mind-bending end.”

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Hottest Erotica Books - No Love Just Sex by Dricey

4. No Love, Just Sex

by Dricey

Melissa was a quiet, shy girl that no one noticed. Her only friends were her roommate since freshmen year Carissa and Chantel who was the only friend that she’s had since her childhood. At the beginning of her junior year in college, she meets this guy named August who’s known for only wanting one thing from girls—sex. But August sees something different in Melissa and he’s willing to try committing with her.

Written by Lashea Miko, No Love, Just Sex is the first installment of the Her series. The book is far from typical; Melissa faces a sea of trouble including shootings, kidnappings, and even a health scare while in the midst of figuring out her newfound love with August. One five-star review states, “this book had me at the edge of my seat with every turn of the page! Can’t wait to get the second book!”

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Hottest Erotica Books - Her Billion Dollar Man by Rochelle Williams

5. Her Billion Dollar Man

by Rochelle Williams

Debra was the product of a broken home. With an absent father and a mother who overdosed on drugs when she was eight, group homes were all she knew. Derek Mitchell had risen to stardom by sheer determination through his talent as a singer and songwriter. Now a worldwide star with a billion-dollar empire, the world is his oyster. But when he meets Debra through his younger brother, he knows he’s just found the woman he needs to complete his life. But will she feel the same?

Her Billion Dollar Man is the first book of the Debra and Derek series. Debra and Derek experience love at first sight like no other. Debra is a volunteer worker at a local group home while Derek is an aspiring musician. As their polar opposite worlds come together, as the saying goes, love conquers all. A five-star reviewer shares, “on a scale of 1-5, I will give it a 10. I enjoyed reading it over and over again.”

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Get Spooked into Love with Paranormal Erotic Romance Books

If you’re in the mood for an erotic, thrilling, and often mysterious love story that will have you on the edge of your seat, paranormal erotic romance books are exactly what you need! These tales mix fantasy, horror, and romance to create a storyline unlike anything else. From vampires to werewolves to deities, these stories are guaranteed to keep you reading!

What is Paranormal Erotic Romance?

Paranormal romance books are a popular genre of fiction, especially among young adults and teenagers. Paranormal erotic romance is just the steamier, grown-up, version of this genre. They’re a heady mix of forbidden romance, danger, and the unknown, and often involve a love story between humans who fall in love with other beings such as vampires, werewolves, witches, angels, demons, etc. Readers get to experience fear, excitement, and passion during these thrilling stories, making them the perfect evening read. Check out our favorite paranormal erotic books!


Fighting Destiny (The Fae Chronicles Book 1) by Amelia Hutchins

1. Fighting Destiny (The Fae Chronicles Book 1)

by Amelia Hutchins

On a strange new assignment, Synthia is thrown into the world of the Fae. The old Celtic legends describe the Fae as beautiful, magical, and deadly creatures, but what exactly is killing the Fae and Witches alike? As Synthia and her friends are thrown deeper into the gruesome murder mysteries, they quickly realize that no one and nothing is as it seems. With gruesome murders at every turn, the Prince of the Dark Fae is determined to get Synthia to work for him – their undeniable chemistry pulling Synthia deep under his spell – and secrets about herself threatening to rise to the surface. Will Synthia and her friends be able to find who the killer is?

Amelia Hutchins is a WSJ and USAT Bestselling author of the Monsters, The Fae Chronicles, and Lacy of the Nine Realms series. Writing fast-paced books that go against traditional romance standards is what Amelia thrives at. Sometimes stories are not just about romance; they’re about rising to a challenge, breaking through, and shaking up entire worlds just to discover who they are, what matters most… So, if you like intense, dominant, alpha male characters in a dark and disturbing setting, with a soul-crushing, tear-jerking story that will leave you hanging on the edge of your seat – this first in series is for you.

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Bloodlaced (Youkai Bloodlines Book 1) by Courtney Maguire

2. Bloodlaced (Youkai Bloodlines Book 1)

by Courtney Maguire

When Asagi is sold into the house of a young nobleman, Mahiro, after failing to protect a boy from their abuser, life is forever changed. Asagi is different. Both man and woman. Asagi has always been a servant, never knowing kindness or generosity. Mahiro is also different. He is a youkai, a demon feeding on the blood of innocents. When Mahiro and Asagi’s friendship blooms into something more and their new relationship is threatened, Mahiro turns Asagi into a youkai to save his life. But when the boy, now a man, Asagi failed to protect, reappears, Asagi must determine what it means to be human and protect what he loves most.

The Youkai Bloodlines series is a three-part series featuring demons, love, blood, and hard-hitting decisions. “This is one of those stories that doesn’t fit neatly into a category. It has a love story but isn’t a romance. It has scary scenes but isn’t a horror tale. It has vampires, but isn’t a typical paranormal story. What it is, is a fantastic and tragic story that is all-encompassing and heart-wrenching and definitely a book that will stay with you after you finish it. It will be so interesting to see where Maguire takes this series if this is our introduction!” – Paranormal Romance Guild

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Alpha's Temptation(Bad Boy Alphas Book 1) by Renee Rose & Lee Savino

3. Alpha’s Temptation (Bad Boy Alphas Book 1)

by Renee Rose & Lee Savino

This first book in the twelve-part Bad Boy Alphas series, Alpha’s Temptation, is a standalone billionaire werewolf romance. Jackson King, the CEO and founder of a data security company, has been alone and unhappy for the better part of his life. But when Jackson finds himself stuck in an elevator with Kylie McDaniel, a new hire, his world is thrown upside down. With an undeniable attraction, two consequential secrets, and dangers at every turn, can these two fight the feelings pulling them together and survive each other?

Renee Rose and Lee Savino are the two authors responsible for this sexy, smoldering, bad boy series. Renee, a USA Today bestselling author loves writing about dirty-talking alpha heroes with varying levels of kink. Lee, also a bestselling author, a mom, and self-proclaimed chocoholic, is all about writing smexy romance books. That’s smart and sexy banter. With their combined voices and romantic expertise, their Bad Boy Alpha series is sure to keep you reading!

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A Touch of Darkness (Hades X Persephone Book 1) by Scarlett St. Clair

4. A Touch of Darkness (Hades X Persephone Book 1)

by Scarlett St. Clair

The first book in the three-part Hades x Persephone series, A Touch of Darkness tells the reimagined contemporary story of Persephone and Hades. Persephone, known as the goddess of spring, leads an unassuming “mortal” life in New Athens as a journalist. But when she sits down in a forbidden nightclub to play a hand of cards with a mysterious and hypnotic man, her life completely changes. Hades, the god of the dead, has built an empire in the mortal realm in which he offers people bets that are rumored to be unbeatable. This pastime of his has surely kept him entertained, but when Persephone offers him an intriguing bargain, he can’t resist. Persephone must create life in the underworld or lose her freedom forever. The only problem? Flowers have only shriveled at her touch since she was a little girl. As she struggles to beat the bargain she’s made, a forbidden and bewitching love takes hold of the goddess’s heart.

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The Warlord Wants Forever (Immortals After Dark Book 1) by Kresley Cole

5. The Warlord Wants Forever (Immortals After Dark Book 1)

by Kresley Cole

The Warlord Wants Forever, the first book in an expansive new world in the Immortals After Dark series, tells the story of Nikolai, a vampire general, and Myst who is famed as the most beautiful Valkyrie of all. All Nikolai seeks to find is his bride in body and soul. Not out of love, but for his desire of the sheer strength and power finding one’s bride brings. When he discovers his bride is Myst, the game is on. Myst has dedicated her life to two things. She has sworn to protect a magical jewel and to fight vampires at every turn. So, when Myst learns of the fated connection between Nikolai and herself, she makes it her mission to torment the warlord by fleeing him. Having denied him for five years, Myst is forced into his grip when Nikolai takes hold of her precious jewel. But then Nikolai realizes he wants more than vengeance and lets Myst go. Will their fates become intertwined by a decision to come back? Or will Myst’s sworn fight against all vampires keep her from surrendering to the agonizing lust that connects her to her mate?

Kresley Cole is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of four paranormal, adult, and young adult paranormal series, with five award-winning historical romances and publications in 23 countries. To say she is an expert in the world of paranormal romance books is an understatement! Don’t miss out on this enticing series. We promise you won’t regret it!

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Monsters After Dark by Isoellen, Ophelia Bell, Nora Ash, L.V. Lane, Leann Ryans, Godiva Glenn, Leslie Chase, V.T. Bonds, Merel Pierce, and Cass Alex

6. Monsters After Dark

by Isoellen, Ophelia Bell, Nora Ash, L.V. Lane, Leann Ryans, Godiva Glenn, Leslie Chase, V.T. Bonds, Merel Pierce, and Cass Alex

Written by over six authors, Monsters After Dark is a beastly paranormal romance anthology. With plenty of steamy encounters featuring teeth, claws, and creatures of all kinds, this read is sure to leave you wanting more. With these ten short stories packed into one book, you’ll want to be sure to snag yourself a limited edition copy before it’s too late!

Don’t just take our word for how great this book is, check out these glowing 5-star reviews! “PNR elite authors here giving you dark and delicious stories guaranteed to make you thirsty” – Karen Harris. “The monsters are sex in flames, fangs, claws, horns, and more” – Saucy Sierra. “Such a great group of writers with captivating stories. Each one is different and refreshingly original and brings something special to the selection of stories” – Ridwaana Allen.

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