Holly Black
Fantasy Romance
Where faerie magic, wicked hearts, and dangerous bargains collide.
Holly Black is a #1 New York Times bestselling author known for crafting lush, atmospheric worlds where mortal girls cross into faerie courts, secrets carry power, and romance blooms in the shadows. Her stories blend sharp wit, dark enchantments, and morally complex characters, creating unforgettable tension between danger and desire.
Often called the “Queen of Faerie,” Black’s work spans modern urban fantasy to sweeping fae epics, each rooted in her signature mix of cunning politics, haunting magic, and slow-burn attraction. With dozens of novels published, including the wildly popular Folk of the Air series, she captivates readers who crave rich worldbuilding, fierce heroines, and romances that smolder beneath layers of intrigue.
Best Sellers
Holly Black: The Cruel Prince
A mortal girl dragged into the treacherous world of the fae must outwit ruthless princes, survive deadly court politics, and claim power in a realm determined to break her.
Holly Black: The Wicked King
As Jude claws her way deeper into the High Court, she must navigate dangerous alliances, keep hold of a stolen crown, and resist the pull of a king who could destroy her.
Holly Black: The Queen of Nothing
Exiled and heartbroken, Jude returns to Faerie to confront old enemies, face an impossible choice, and unravel the truth that could save or shatter the entire realm.
Series
The Stolen Heir Duology (2023–2024)
A dark and haunting return to Elfhame, where runaway queen Suren and charming prince Oak embark on a perilous quest through cursed lands, twisted magic, and courts full of treachery. Love, loyalty, and power collide as the past refuses to stay buried and every choice carries a price only the fae would dare to demand.
The Folk of the Air Series (2018–2019)
A fiercely addictive faerie romantasy centered on mortal girl Jude Duarte, who must survive lethal politics, wicked enchantments, and her electrifying rivalry with High King Cardan. Schemes, betrayals, and forbidden desire shape a razor-sharp journey through a world where beauty is deadly and love is the most dangerous game of all.
The Magisterium Series (2014–2018)
A magic-school adventure co-written with Cassandra Clare, following Callum Hunt as he confronts elemental forces, hidden prophecies, and the truth behind the power he never wanted. Friendship, identity, and fate intertwine in a world where every spell has consequences and darkness may come from the one place he fears most.
The Curse Workers Series (2010–2012)
A gritty, noir-infused urban fantasy where Cassel Sharpe, born into a family of magical con artists, uncovers a dangerous conspiracy tied to his ability to curse with a single touch. Crime, illusions, and forbidden loyalties twist together in a world where emotions can be altered, memories rewritten, and trust is the ultimate hustle.
Modern Faerie Tales Series (2002–2007)
A dark urban faerie saga where ordinary teens stumble into the treacherous worlds of the Seelie and Unseelie Courts, confronting deadly bargains, seductive magic, and love that blurs the line between human and fae. Atmospheric and enchanting, the series explores fate, power, and the cost of standing between two worlds.
Standalone Novels by Holly Black
The Coldest Girl in Coldtown (2013)
A dark, seductive standalone where a girl wakes in the aftermath of a massacre and must navigate quarantined vampire cities, deadly desire, and the thin line between monster and human.
The Darkest Part of the Forest (2015)
In a town where humans and fae coexist uneasily, siblings Hazel and Ben unravel ancient magic, haunting secrets, and a forbidden romance tied to a horned boy freed from an enchanted glass coffin.
Other Works by Holly Black
Holly Black has written additional fantasy, horror, and middle-grade novels that fall outside the romance and romantasy genres. You can explore her complete list of books here.
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