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10 Paranormal Romance Books You’ll Fall for in Any Realm

  • evemrileyauthor
  • Nov 7
  • 3 min read

If you’ve ever wanted to fall in love with a vampire, a witch, or someone who can shift into a wolf and still text you back, this list is for you. Paranormal romance is where fantasy meets feeling, and the rules of love are written in moonlight instead of ink.


Here are ten stories that prove romance can be a little weird, a little wild, and completely addictive.



Book cover of "A Discovery of Witches" by Deborah Harkness. Red and gold swirls on black with stars. Text highlights "Sunday Times No. 1 Bestseller."

A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness

Genre: Witch + Vampire Academia

If you love your romance tangled with dusty libraries and secret magic, this one’s a must. Diana is a historian who accidentally unearths a bewitched manuscript, and Matthew is a centuries-old vampire who really shouldn’t be this charming. The mix of history, science, and forbidden attraction is delicious.



A hooded figure in armor embraces a woman with red hair. The cover features ornate designs and the title "Radiance." Mood is intimate.

Radiance by Grace Draven

Genre: Fantasy + Arranged Marriage

Two people from different species, both thinking the other is hideous, are forced into an alliance. What follows is one of the sweetest slow-burns in fantasy romance history. Kindness, humor, and respect build into something truly beautiful.


Shirtless man with intense gaze on a fiery background. Text reads "J.R. Ward, Dark Lover," "A Black Dagger Brotherhood Novel," "These vampires are hot."

Dark Lover by J.R. Ward

Genre: Vampire Romance

This one’s a classic. The Black Dagger Brotherhood is dark, dramatic, and unapologetically steamy. If you want your paranormal with a brooding alpha and an epic sense of loyalty, start here and prepare to binge.



Yellow car approaches a house under a purple sky. "The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches" by Sangu Mandanna is written in white.

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

Genre: Cozy Witch + Found Family

Mika is a lonely witch who finds a new kind of magic in community and love. It’s sweet, whimsical, and perfect for anyone who likes a bit of fantasy without the doom and gloom. Think warm tea, laughter, and a gentle romance that feels like a hug.


Book cover for "House of Earth and Blood" by Sarah J. Maas. Features a red wolf with blue eyes, red leaves, and gold text on a dark background.

Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas

Genre: Urban Fantasy + Slow Burn

This is for readers who love a sprawling world, deep lore, and emotional payoffs that hit hard. Bryce and Hunt are complicated, messy, and completely magnetic. The world is modern, magical, and soaked in grief, love, and redemption.



Two teal figures lie reading on coral background with yellow flowers. Text: "The Dead Romantics" by Ashley Poston. GMA Book Club Pick.

The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston

Genre: Ghost + Contemporary Romance

A romance ghostwriter who stops believing in love meets a very real ghost who changes everything. It’s heartfelt, funny, and surprisingly healing. If you like stories about grief and second chances, this one’s pure magic.




Stylized cover of "A Hunger Like No Other" by Kresley Cole. Features a man and woman with flowing hair in vibrant colors. Review quote visible.

A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole

Genre: Werewolves + Fated Mates

Paranormal romance royalty. This book kicked off the Immortals After Dark series with all the intensity you’d expect — think enemies, destiny, and passion that could light up the underworld.




Cover of "The Serpent & The Wings of Night" featuring a coiled snake, blue roses, thorns, and falling petals on a gray background.

The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent

Genre: Vampire Fantasy + Competition

A human girl enters a deadly vampire tournament, and of course, there’s one infuriatingly attractive vampire she can’t ignore. The tension builds slowly, the world feels rich and alive, and the romance hits all the right emotional notes.



Woman in purple dress holds a black parasol against a foggy London backdrop. Text: "A novel of vampires, werewolves, and parasols."

Soulless by Gail Carriger

Genre: Historical Paranormal + Humor

Think Victorian England but with vampires, werewolves, and a heroine who’s far too practical for her own good. It’s witty, fast-paced, and full of charm. If you like your romance with a side of tea and sarcasm, this one’s for you.




Book cover of The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling. Features a woman, man, and cat under lightning on a purple background. Text: "always practise safe hex."

The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling

Genre: Witchy Rom-Com

Witches, small-town charm, and a rivalry that feels a lot like foreplay. This is a fun, flirty paranormal rom-com with banter, magic, and just the right amount of spice. Perfect for fall reading or anytime you want something lighthearted with a touch of magic.



Paranormal romance is where you go when you want to believe that love really can conquer anything, time, magic, species, even death. Whether you want cozy witchy vibes, brooding immortals, or forbidden love under the moonlight, these ten books are the perfect starting point.


So pour a cup of something warm, open your favorite blanket, and get ready to fall in love in every possible dimension.


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