There's one thing scarier than ghosts and ghouls - a woman reclaiming her power! Contemporary witch tales celebrate the magic in the maiden, the mother and the crone, uniting them in sisterhood rather than rivalry. It doesn’t matter whether you can hex or brew potions, true power can be found in the friendship of a coven.
From enchanting historical fiction to bewitching cosy romance, witch stories are your portal into a spellbinding journey through literary realms. We’re utterly ensorcelled – it can only be witchcraft!
Queen B by Juno Dawson
Anne Boleyn might be the ultimate example of a woman accused of witchcraft because she bothered her husband and the men at Court. In Queen B, Juno Dawson conjures a vision of Anne as the founder of a powerful coven. This tale blends forbidden love and searing grief with raw, untamed magic, all wrapped in a then-and-now narrative that will leave you wishing for more, long after you turn the last page.
Weyward by Emilia Hart
Three women, bound across generations by a shared legacy of magic and resilience. From the sinister halls of a 17th-century English grand house to a secluded, ivy-covered cottage in the present day, Altha, Violet, and Kate each discover the power within them to break free from oppression. Rooted in nature’s primal magic, Weyward explores sisterhood, survival, and the fierce strength women inherit from those who came before them. A haunting book that will move, transform and inspire you.
Hex and Hexability by Kate Johnson
Picture Regency London on the eve the Battle of Waterloo, one where magic and monsters roam in shadowy corners. Lady Tiffany Worthington didn’t know about this secret realm until her aunt revealed their shared witchy bloodline, igniting a heartwarming story of inter-generational mentorship and sisterhood. Tiffany’s rebellious streak makes her a great witch and inspires her to swear off marriage - until she meets dashing duke/pirate, Santiago. Their relationship crackles with sizzling banter and hot chemistry, weaving a spell of desire that will also bewitch you.
The Bell Witches by Lindsey Kelk
As if grieving her father while reconnecting with her enigmatic grandmother wasn’t enough, Emily is thrown into an unexpected new reality: she’s a powerful witch. In her family, women pass on powerful magic from generation to generation throughn the female line and Emily is prophesised to be the strongest one yet. Deeply rooted in Savannah’s history, her powers come with a darker side that unsettles Emily. Will she reconcile her legacy with her own beliefs or will her ancient magic force her into compromises she isn’t ready for?
A Poisoner’s Tale by Cathryn Kemp
The witches of 17thcentury Rome are concealing their power behind the mysterious walls of an apothecary, where healing herbs and tarot decks whisper ancient secrets. Giulia Tofana is the title poisoner, a legendary professional who is reclaiming her truth as a protector and helper of abused women. No one, not even the newly crowned Pope, can stop her shadowy rebellion. Immersive and bold, this is a spellbinding ode to sisterhood, motherhood and secret defiance.
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
A cosy seaside house, a grumpy yet charming Irish librarian and three young witches in need of tutoring. When Mika said yes to teaching spells and potions, she unknowingly joined a slightly eccentric, but utterly enchanting found-family bound by secret, magic and love. Best described as a warm hug in a book, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches is the ultimate comfort read, featuring heartwarming characters who sparkle with charm on every page.
The Revels by Stacey Thomas
Aspiring playwright Nicholas would rather do anything than apprentice under an infamous witch hunter as his own secret ability to hear the dead puts him in grave danger. But in the dark and turbulent times of the English Civil War, his gift grants him a rare power: the chance to save the lives of innocent women falsely accused of witchcraft. With atmospheric, vivid prose, Stacey Thomas weaves a gripping tale of fear, power, and betrayal, one that immediately earned its place next to my favourite historical fiction.
Ernie and the Mage-Killer by Jools Warner
Every good magical tale needs a cat – bonus point if said cat works for the local council. Ernie is a cynical woman reclaiming her powers while battling a rogue witch and her own deep depression. With the help of a fierce coven of friends, she learns that community is her greatest strength. Filled with dry humour and a rich magical system, this enchanting novel takes you on a heartfelt and spellbinding journey of self-discovery.
