Primal

Jenika Snow

Jenika Snow’s Primal takes the familiar Goldilocks tale and transforms it into a feral, lust‑driven romance. Goldie doesn’t just stumble into a cottage — she enters the domain of three powerful men who embody raw masculinity and primal desire. The narrative is unapologetically spicy, exploring polyamorous dynamics with consent and passion at the forefront. Snow’s writing is direct, visceral, and indulgent, making this a perfect indie gem for readers who crave intensity and taboo‑tinged fairytales. 

The Faceless Woman

A Swan Princess Retelling — Emma Hamm

Emma Hamm’s The Faceless Woman is a haunting, atmospheric retelling of The Swan Princess, woven with Celtic folklore, slow‑burn tension, and the emotional depth that defines her storytelling. This is not a tale of gentle magic or simple curses — it is a story of survival, transformation, and the fragile trust that forms between two people who have every reason to fear one another. 

For readers who crave dark fairytales with heart, morally gray heroes, fierce heroines, and worlds rich with folklore, The Faceless Woman is a spellbinding escape — tender, eerie, and unforgettable. 

Salt Kiss

Sierra Simone

Sierra Simone is known for pushing boundaries, and Salt Kiss is no exception. This indie retelling of Tristan and Isolde is drenched in sensuality and shadowed by betrayal. Simone’s prose is lush and decadent, weaving erotic tension into a story of forbidden love and political intrigue. Readers will find themselves swept into a world where desire is dangerous, but irresistible.

Perfect for readers who want romance that is both mythic and unapologetically spicy. 

Tasting Red

The Lost Girls #1 — Katie May

Katie May’s Tasting Red reimagines Red Riding Hood as a heroine caught between multiple dangerous, alluring men. This “why choose” romance blends fantasy adventure with explicit spice, creating a narrative that is both playful and shadow‑drenched. May’s indie voice shines through in her willingness to explore polyamorous dynamics, giving readers a heroine who embraces her desires without shame. It’s a bold, boundary‑breaking retelling that will resonate with readers seeking something fresh and daring. 

 Sweet Briar

 Awakened #1 — Everly Taylor

Everly Taylor’s Sweet Briar is an indie Sleeping Beauty retelling that leans into curses, forbidden forests, and lust. The heroine is caught in a web of desire and danger, awakening not to a prince’s kiss but to a world of shadowed passion. Taylor’s writing is immersive and sensual, with a focus on consent and empowerment even in the darkest settings. This book is ideal for readers who want their fairytales dripping with spice and atmosphere.