There are hundreds of book genres out there, from Christmas Horror to Space Cowboy Romances, and our articles from 2024 had them all. If you are in the mood for an age-gap romance or a spicy retelling of your favorite Disney film, there’s always a book with exactly what you crave. Here, we’ve gathered nine books with those crazy book genres you love. Take a peek and read something new. Make it a New Year’s resolution. I know I will!
Christmas Horror
He Sees You When He’s Creeping by Beth Mann, Lissa Marie Redmond, Steven Grimm, and Kate Wolford
He Sees You When He’s Creeping shows you that chills do not always come with the cold; sometimes, it is because of the chill down your spine. In this case, you will hopefully get both. Krampus is a dark associate with the beloved St. Nick. Showing a hero and villain, these 12 tales will help you get into the holiday spirit. If you are looking for the joy that comes with the most wonderful time of year or a spooky story that relates to holiday lore, then this one’s for you. Trust me on this one.
Smut Poetry
Dirty Pretty Things by Michael Faudet
Michael Faudet’s combination of erotic writing and captivating themes will not only have pictures being painted in your head but inscribed on your soul. With short stories and prose poetry about loss, love, friendship, and, of course, sex, you will be sucked into a world of wondrous whimsicality. It is time to try something new and maybe a little crazy. Dirty Pretty Things is only the beginning of your experience in smutty poetry. Acknowledge your inner thoughts and give in to the curiosity of a new page-turning book! I would not bring this one to work, though, if you know what I mean.
Pirate Romance
All the Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace
A fantasy world filled with vengeful mermaids, mysterious pirates, a warrior princess, and danger lurking in a magical kingdom is what you will find in this page-turner. Go on a quest with Amora Montara, the princess of Visidia, to prove she can master a dangerous type of magic. All the Stars and Teeth will have you wishing you were sailing these chartered seas too.
If this is your first pirate romance novel, I can confidently say it will not be your last. Explore a new niche, for it may just lead you down a tidal wave of mystery.
Age Gap Romance
Praise by Sara Cate
Now, here me out: if you love a good age gap meets boss and employee romance, this one’s for you. I can say this novel will have you desiring more and more as you read on. Emerson Grant will be your new favorite silver fox due to his sultry words and broody exposé. Erotica combined with undying passion will have your eyes moving faster than ever before. Lucky for you, this is just the first one in the Salacious Players series, so as soon as you finish Sara Cate’s novel, all you have to do is pick up the next one!
Space Cowboy Romance
Daisy Kutter: The Last Train by Kazu Kibuishi
In Kaza Kibushi’s Space Cowboy novel, you’ll be transported to a world of ex-bandits wishing for a new adventure. After losing her general store in a poker game against a security mogul and being presented with just the adventure she had been missing, the question remains: what happens after that? Find out in the pages of this young adult science fiction story!! You may even find your new favorite genre!
Ghost Romance
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
As Ashley Poston puts it in her novel Dead Romantics, “There is no happy ending; there’s just… happily living. As best you can.” With 2024 coming to an end, just know ghost romances never have to.
After a tragedy infects Florence Day’s life, she must return home and wave her writing career a brisk goodbye, only to be haunted by an unexpectedly handsome man. Well, since you are asking, he is her new editor, bringing a whole new meaning to “ghostwriting.” In this thrillingly chilling romance novel, you’ll find that romance isn’t dead.
Student/Instructor College Romance
Gothikana by Runyx
If you think you can judge a book by its cover with Gothikana, then you are right. You can admit that the cover is beautiful and contains every bit of beauty within. This instructor/student romance will have you kicking your feet and giggling yet hiding behind the pages with its mysterious context. Imagine attending an ancient, secluded castle on top of a mountain littered with mystery, lies, and a hint of death. Join Corvina Clemm on her journey to the University of Verenmore, where she learns to start expecting the unexpected.
Oh, yes, the romance. How could I forget? Vad Deverell, a part-time professor just trying to work on his thesis, learns that as soon as his path intertwines with Corvina, she is the danger he never knew would flourish into a deep love.
Spicy Disney Retellings
Hooked by Emily McIntire
Emily McIntire’s debut novel of the Never After series grants more than a simple dark contemporary romance; finally, there is a series of novels where the villain gets their happy ending.
Wendy Michaels walked into the wrong bar one night. The bar of an enemy with one goal: destroy her father, Peter Michaels. James sees his angle and aims to seduce Wendy to get to Peter. That is until he sees his plan begin to fall apart. As time passes, the line between revenge and love blurs once James gets to know Wendy for who she is and not who she shares blood with. In this Disney spicy romance retelling, you will find that sometimes, the villain deserves a happily ever after, too.
Alien Abduction Romance
Xul by A.G. Wilde
This is your chance to branch out, way out, even galaxies away, to a new genre of novels. Who would have thought that an alien could be not only frustrating and determined but also insanely irresistible? So, if you want a book filled with steamy scenes, possessive males, and fierce females, here is a wonderful ending to your 2024 book search. Make sure to come back to Earth after and expect to give all the dirty details when you get here.
Dear readers, this is your year to try something crazy and new. If you enjoyed these recommendations, look through our other articles regarding these genres and make sure to put them on your TBR list! Happy New Year to you!
Want to read more crazy book genres this year? Check out our latest: Krampus Romance!
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