New release radar: Supernatural horror, Stephen King deep-dives, and more
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Supernatural Horror & Dark Fiction
"The Caretaker: A Novel" by Marcus Kliewer
A supernatural horror story about a young woman who accepts a caretaking job from Craigslist, only to discover the position has consequences far greater—and more dangerous—than she ever could have imagined.Fable reader Heather: “I listened to this one and…wow. I was home alone in the daytime and the hairs on my neck were standing up. It takes a lot to really creep me out and The Caretaker succeeded. I loved every second!”"Odessa" by Charles King
In a powerfully imagined Russia at the height of the pogroms, a grief-stricken family turn to ancient magic to bring their daughter back from the grave.Fable reader Nay: "Darkly poetic and magical, this book is for the people who like their horror with a side of devastation.""Underlake" by Kia Heavey
Katie discovers the most unusual boy swimming in her lake and for the first time in memory, she connects. John is refreshingly old-fashioned and wise in ways Katie has never encountered before, but it’s clear he’s hiding something. Katie is just so happy to have someone she can relate to, she’s willing to defy her mother and ignore the warning signs - until it’s too late.Fantasy, Romantasy & Magical Worlds
"City of Iron and Ivy" by Thomas Kent West
In an alternate London alive with botanical magic, Elswyth Elderwood is a thorn among roses: a bristly, scarred scholar in a world of socialites. Her sister Persephone is the opposite: a graceful debutante seeking a marriage that will save their family from ruin.Fable reader AthenaReads: “The magic system is unique and I want to study it, be fluent in it, and use floromancy in my daily life. I loved the dark atmosphere juxtaposed with the flowery imagery and language.""Thistlemarsh" by Moorea Corrigan
Welcome to Thistlemarsh—a ramshackle estate where an impoverished orphan and a beguiling Faerie collide in an enchanting novel of love, revenge, and ruin.Fable reader Dani: "This book was honestly and bright and sparkly breath of fresh air in my very busy week. With all the Secret Garden and Cottagecore vibes, I found this book absolutely delectable."Witch Queen Rising" by Savannah Stephens
A reclusive witch who fled the burden of her bloodline rises to be the greatest among them in this lush and haunting fantasy debut."Aphrodite in Pieces" by Lauren J. A. Bear
Experience the myth and magic of antiquity’s most alluring—and provocative—goddess as never witnessed before, in this gorgeously rendered, unflinching, and deeply vulnerable retelling.Fable reader Marika: “The writing is beautiful, befitting a goddess such as herself. The story the author wove feels right out of a classic; she did a skillful job of gathering stories together into a timeline and pulling the string of her and Ares’ love through it all.""Kissed by the Gods" by Caty Rogan
She might be deadly, but she is not their weapon. This sweeping romantasy is brimming with romance, deadly stakes, and unforgettable magic.Fable reader zenblader: “I loved this right from the start. I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and each of their stories and background, which pulled me straight in and made me care about what happened to them. Can’t wait for the second book!”"Unwritten by the Gods" by Caty Rogan
For fans of forbidden romance, second chances, and high-stakes rebellion, a heart-wrenching tale of love, survival, and redemption.Fable reader Ellise: “This took me out 😭❤️🔥 Loved every second.”Historical Fantasy & Romantic Comedy
"The Antiquarian’s Object of Desire" by India Holton
When two history professors and best friends are forced to fake hate to protect their reputations, chaos ensues, in the next rollicking historical-fantasy rom-com from beloved author India Holton. Magical-antique experts Amelia Tarrant and Caleb Sterling have been best friends forever, although lately each has begun secretly wishing for more than friendship. But when rumors about their relationship spread, they’re forced to fake being enemies to protect their reputations and keep their jobs.Fable reader BookishGramma: “With a crazy cast of characters, hidden passages, zany magical objects, a mysterious subplot, and a forbidden romance, this book was so action packed it almost left me breathless!"Literary Fiction
"Last Night in Brooklyn" by Xóchitl González
A captivating story about a young woman whose life becomes ensnared in her glamorous neighbor’s secret past, laying bare the mounting tensions at play in a rapidly gentrifying, early 2000’s Fort Greene, Brooklyn.Fable reader Saoirse: “I couldn’t put this book down. From start to finish I was enchanted by the rich narration that made me feel like each of the characters was someone I knew in a past life.”"Mad Mabel: A Novel" by Sally Hepworth
Elsie Mabel Fitzpatrick is eighty-one years old. She’s lived on her idyllic street for sixty years—longer than anyone else. Aside from being a curmudgeon who minds everyone else’s business, few would suspect that Elsie has a past she’s worked exceedingly hard at concealing.Fable reader Suzanne: "I was fully rooting for Elsie (and Mabel), flaws and all. On audio? Even better. The narration elevates this story beautifully."Science Fiction
"Permanence" by Karl Schroeder
Fable reader Offhand Coffee: “Full of fascinating concepts and thought provoking alieness and philosophy that doesn’t drown out a good story and a lovely bit of romance."Nonfiction & Memoir
"Monsters in the Archives" by Caroline Bicks
A fascinating, first-of-its-kind exploration of Stephen King and his most iconic early books, based on groundbreaking research and interviews with King—all conducted by the first scholar to be given extended access to his private archives.Read more here: https://bit.ly/4cJHxDnThe Matriarch by Tina Knowles
Here is a page-turning chronicle of family love and heartbreak, loss and perseverance, and the kind of creativity, audacity, and will it takes for a girl from Galveston to change the world. Matriarch is one brilliant woman’s intimate and revealing story, and a multigenerational family saga that carries within it the story of America—and the wisdom that women pass on to each other, mothers to daughters, across generations."For the Love of the Grind" by Sara Hall
Joan Benoit Samuelson and Sara Hall share the story of their record-breaking careers and their unconventional paths to motherhood via adoption, all while battling insecurities, injuries, and doubters.Fable reader Taylor Cook: “There are a lot of aspects of this book that resonated with me in wanting to strive to be great at everything I do.""Driven by Determination: A Celebration of the Achievements of Women in Formula 1"
Feel the anticipation, hear the engines roar, and sense the thrill of racing as you step into the world of Formula 1. You’re at the starting line, ready to showcase your talents in a sport where women have made their mark through sheer skill and determination."Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth" by Kerry Docherty
In this provocative memoir, one woman discovers that after years spent prioritizing other people’s needs (her husband, their business, their children) over her own, she has reached a threshold she is ready to put herself first."Israel: What Went Wrong?" by Omer Bartov
A leading Israeli American scholar of the Holocaust explores and explains his native country’s intensifying turn toward violence and exclusion.Keep reading on Fable
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