The Best Spooky, Sexy Romance Books For Halloween

Lex McCall loves her quiet life in a small Vermont town, working at a bookstore and staying away from newcomers. When the shop’s owner offers to sell the supposedly haunted store at a bargain, Lex jumps at the chance to settle down.

But her plans are threatened when James, a handsome ghost-hunter, arrives to film a documentary. Lex tries to sabotage his findings to protect her secret—she faked the town’s ghost stories for an old vlog. As sparks fly between them, Lex must decide what matters more: her dream or her heart.

Tess Rosenbloom, a grad school dropout and assault survivor, escapes her dark reality by managing a Brooklyn hotel and obsessing over her favorite vampire novels, Blood Feud. She never believed in vampires—until the series’ sexy villain walks into her life, trapped and needing her help. Tess agrees, plunging into a dangerous world of vampires on a sunless island.

As she grows closer to one of them, she must face her past and decide if risking her heart—and life—is worth reclaiming her future in this darkly glamorous rom-com.

My cat is a demon.
No, that’s not a joke. An actual, real life demon. And he needs my help to break a curse.
But what happens when that turns into more?
It can never be forever, and yet… I’m falling in love with him anyway.

Spookily Yours is a spicy, open-door Halloween themed novel, featuring a witch and the demon who falls in love with her. This book is a complete standalone with a HEA guaranteed.

Sasha Pierce hasn’t dreamed in 25 years—until she takes a substitute teaching job in Old Middleton and discovers her dreams are actually magic. Transported to the fairy tale kingdom of Between, Sasha accidentally performs an impossible feat and is crowned its True Queen, betrothed to the infuriating sorcerer-king, Lorn.

Desperate to escape the kingdom’s dangers, Lorn realizes Sasha holds the key to his freedom. But Sasha refuses the throne and marriage, leaving both worlds in peril. Now, they must unite to prevent chaos from consuming Old Middleton and Between.

Shy Callum Flannelly must marry by his 35th birthday to inherit the family funeral business, but he’d rather be buried alive than go on a date. Meanwhile, Texan animator Lark Thompson moves to Galway, Ireland, to restart her life, not to dwell on her late husband’s death next to a funeral home.

When she learns of Callum’s predicament, Lark offers to help him find The One, despite swearing off love herself. But as sparks fly, they realize ignoring their connection might be the biggest mistake of all.

I’m just pretending to be the town psychic, so I didn’t see moving in with my quirky aunt or dealing with her grumpy, hot neighbor, Ward Carlisle, coming. My aunt’s convinced her house is haunted, and though I don’t believe in ghosts, I agree to help in exchange for a place to stay.

Things get complicated when Ward asks me to fake a relationship to win back his ex. As spooky events push us closer, I start to see the real Ward—and like him. Maybe there’s more to both Ward and the ghostly rumors than I thought.

I’m done with dead-end jobs and bad relationships—it’s time to pursue my dream of owning a hotel. To do that, I need my ex-best friend, Jack Colson, a successful investor. Spending a weekend at my dream property seems like the perfect chance to impress him, but strange noises, a creepy doll, and an abandoned hotel complicate things.

Even worse, I’m falling for Jack again. As we navigate old feelings and spooky happenings, I have to figure out if the property is haunted—or if Jack’s heart is the real prize.

Cassie Greenberg, a struggling artist on the verge of eviction, stumbles upon a dream apartment in Chicago with a suspiciously low rent. Her new roommate, Frederick J. Fitzwilliam, seems odd—he sleeps all day, goes out at night, and speaks like a regency romance hero.

Despite his quirks, Frederick is thoughtful, leaves sweet notes, and takes an interest in her art. But when Cassie discovers bags of blood in the fridge, Frederick reveals his secret: he’s a vampire. And now, he has an intriguing proposition for her.

Luella Pierce is stuck in a mid-witch crisis. While her best friend and coven members have found their passions and are moving forward with their lives, Lu has no clear direction. Even her rival, Ryan Gardner, the star football player at Barnett University, has a future plan—though it’s to annoy her indefinitely.

To procrastinate on life, Lu throws herself into organizing the ultimate Samhain–Halloween celebration. But when Ryan suffers a career-ending injury and Lu’s coven offers her a life-altering opportunity, she starts to wonder if her real magic lies in love—and self-discovery.

Hallie Barrett’s life is a mess after her hotshot ex dumps her and ruins her career as a web series producer. Desperate for a new show to save her job, inspiration strikes when she stumbles upon cryptid expert Hayden Hargrove on a late-night docuseries. Hayden, famous for his podcast on paranormal creatures, is intrigued by Hallie’s offer to create his own web show.

But when Hayden flops on camera, Hallie jumps in, bringing skepticism and undeniable chemistry. As they investigate the paranormal, sparks fly, and they discover that love might be the biggest mystery of all.

As a skilled kitchen witch, Dina Whitlock runs a magical café in London, serving enchanted pastries but struggling with a romance hex that makes love seem impossible. Her best friend’s wedding is approaching, and she’s focused on celebrating rather than dating.

Meanwhile, Scott Mason returns to London as a curator at the British Museum, eager to make up for lost time and be a supportive best man. He’s surprised by his attraction to Dina, the magical maid of honor. Amidst a hedge maze, palm readings, and Halloween rituals, their chemistry is undeniable, but Dina’s hex threatens their budding romance. Can she lift it before it’s too late?

Months after horror author Penelope Skinner threw a book at Neil Storm for his controversial take on Native stereotypes, her career has crumbled. Desperate for a fresh start, she joins a seemingly perfect writers’ retreat in a haunted Scottish castle. Neil, also attending the retreat, is reluctant to face Pen, who has left him questioning his own writing.

When they become trapped in a real ghost story, their animosity turns into unexpected attraction. Now, amid ghostly threats and an irresistible almost-kiss, they must confront their feelings and survive the haunting together.

Yarrow, Kentucky, is a place of enchantment, where the Haywood family’s empathic witches grow magical produce in their shadow garden—strawberries that taste like chocolate and tomatoes with basil and oregano flavors. Their magic heals hearts and enhances the local bourbon distillery, offering a shot of Bonner bourbon that erases your worst memory once a year. However, the Haywoods haven’t forgotten the Bonners’ betrayal.

Twenty years ago, the town forgot an entire summer—one person died, another disappeared. As secrets resurface, the Haywoods and Bonners must face their intertwined past, revealing truths about love, betrayal, and their hidden powers.

Nine years ago, Vivienne Jones used her magic to curse her ex, thinking her spell would only cause minor inconveniences. But when Rhys Penhallow, her charming and infuriating ex, returns to Graves Glen for the fall festival, his visit turns chaotic. From cursed wind-up toys to a vengeful ghost and a chatty cat, Graves Glen is under siege.

As Rhys faces one mishap after another, Vivi realizes her old curse might be behind it all. With their sizzling chemistry and the town’s fate at stake, they must team up to break the curse before it’s too late.

As the owner of an occult shop in Salem, Massachusetts, Gwen is no stranger to the supernatural. But when a bloody animal sacrifice is left outside her store, the police suspect she’s targeted by dangerous forces. Her once peaceful life now faces threats from fanatical pagans, rogue employees, and sinister henchmen.

Enter Graham Graves, a no-nonsense private investigator with no patience for witchy nonsense. Tasked with protecting Gwen, Graham’s professional detachment is challenged by his growing attraction to her. As danger looms, his resolve is tested, and he finds himself determined to make her his.

If you’re a fan of Scarlett St. Claire, Penelope Douglas, or Katee Robert, this dark romance with a spicy twist is for you.

Leon, known as “Killer” among magicians, excels at one thing: killing. But Rae, the one he was meant to eliminate, defies his plans. Controlled by a sinister cult, he’s determined to keep her as his own. Rae, passionate about the supernatural, never intended to summon a demon. Now, faced with monstrous threats and ancient evil, her only hope lies with the demon who craves more than just her body—he wants her soul.

A demon soldier of fortune . . .
Rök Kours dives into a dangerous mission, only to cross swords with the one woman who bewitched him.

A cursed Wiccan mercenary . . .
Poppy Dyer has never let her uncontrollable magic interfere with her work, but she can barely withstand one demon’s charms.

Trapped in a terrifying lair.
If the two rivals can defeat Halloween’s worst nightmares to escape a haunted castle, can they overcome their pasts to claim a spellbinding future together?

Nora Clanton thought her life was set after leaving Rabbittown, Alabama. But an unexpected tragedy brings her back to her small hometown to run the family casket business. Amidst the quiet town life, a handsome stranger named Garrett Bishop walks into her shop, asking for directions and a date. He seems perfect—kind, thoughtful, and successful as a logistics coordinator.

However, as a series of mysterious deaths occur in town and Garrett is seen at each scene, Nora uncovers his shocking secret: he’s a logistics coordinator for Death. Can she reconcile her feelings for him with his dark job, or will she have to let him go?

Delia Merriweather always thought she was a witch, but as an adult, she’d given up on magic—until she accidentally breaks a hex and restores her family’s powers. Now, Delia must face a new reality: she really is a witch. To make matters worse, the handsome neighbor, Max, seems to expect her to fly off on a broomstick.

Max, tasked with helping the Merriweather women control their newfound magic, is torn between helping them and grappling with his growing feelings for Delia. Can he resist falling for the witch who could control the entire witching world?

Emmy Harlow, a witch with limited powers, has stayed away from Thistle Grove for years, largely due to family issues and her desire to make her own way. Her absence also has something to do with Gareth Blackmoore, the charming heir to the town’s most powerful magical family.

When a spellcasting tournament—an event her family oversees—approaches, Emmy returns, compelled by tradition and parental guilt. She plans to fulfill her duty, reconnect with her best friend Linden Thorn, and then return to her life in Chicago.

In the magical town of Maple Hollow, apothecary witch Jordyn never expected romance. But after a witchy bender, she accidentally summons the ghost of her ex, who now haunts her until she finds a new love. Enter Harlow, the new girl in town, who just wants a job at her sister’s cafe but discovers real magic—and trouble with vampires. A

s she struggles with the spooky chaos, she’s drawn to Jordyn and a surprising romance begins. Can this witch and newcomer defy ghostly odds and brew up true love?

Hart, a marshal patrolling the magical wilds of Tanria, is lonely and introspective. Meanwhile, Mercy runs Birdsall & Son Undertakers, frequently clashing with Hart, who always seems to appear when she’s at her wit’s end. After another frustrating encounter, Hart writes an anonymous letter to “A Friend,” and is surprised to receive a response.

A secret friendship develops, but neither knows they’re corresponding with the person who annoys them most—each other. As danger closes in, can their newfound romance endure the revelation of their true identities?