LGBTQ

The LGBTQ+ fantasy subgenre highlights stories with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other diverse characters. These books explore unique experiences and relationships, weaving themes of identity and community into magical and imaginative settings.

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23 Books in subgenre
Mar 30, 2026 Last updated
1 Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu Vol. 1

Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu Vol. 1

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Rated 4.57 out of 5 stars, based on 47,199 reviews.

Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Novel) Vol. 1 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù follows Xie Lian, a crown prince turned god who has been banished from the Heavens multiple times. Now a low-ranking deity tasked with collecting scraps in the mortal realm, he faces challenges that test his resolve and divinity. The story explores his complex relationships with allies and a mysterious young man, while uncovering the dark events of his past. This novel blends elements of fantasy and supernatural themes within a richly developed world.

Book 1 of 天官赐福 [Tiān Guān Cì Fú] series

Fantasy Adventure Romance Gods Epic Fantasy War Light Novel China Supernatural LGBTQ Queer Mythology Manga Asian Literature Male Protagonist
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2 Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi Vol. 1

Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi Vol. 1

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Rated 4.54 out of 5 stars, based on 33,403 reviews.

Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (Novel) Vol. 1 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù follows Wei Wuxian, a once-celebrated cultivator who turned to demonic cultivation during a brutal war, leading to his feared downfall and death. Reawakened years later in another’s body, he seeks to uncover hidden truths and confront lingering threats from his past. The story is set in a world of martial arts and spiritual power, with Wei Wuxian joined by Lan Wangji, a respected cultivator whose loyalty and shared history provide crucial support. This novel explores themes of power, loyalty, and redemption within a complex supernatural setting.

Book 1 of 魔道祖师 [Mó Dào Zǔ Shī] series

Adventure Action Romance Martial Arts War China Dark Fantasy Supernatural LGBTQ Queer Horror Manga Cultivation Reincarnation Revenge
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3 Saving Supervillains

Saving Supervillains

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Rated 4.40 out of 5 stars, based on 2,892 reviews.

Saving Supervillains by Bruce Sentar follows Miles, a retired supervillain hiding in plain sight who secretly possesses overwhelming power. His attempt at anonymity ends when he rescues an injured young woman whose unstable abilities force him into direct contact with the Bureau of Superheroes he has long distrusted. Drawn into a leadership role as Deputy Director, Miles navigates bureaucratic politics, dangerous supers, and a growing circle of romantically interested women. Blending urban fantasy, superhero action, and explicit harem romance, the story tracks his decision to reform the system from within by doing the unthinkable for a Bureau official: protecting and rehabilitating supervillains instead of simply hunting them.

Book 1 of Saving Supervillains series

Action Humor Harem Erotica Smut Romance Superheroes LGBTQ Queer Strong Protagonist Anti-Hero Zero to Hero
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4 Our Own Way: A Slice of Life Men's Romance

Our Own Way: A Slice of Life Men's Romance

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Rated 4.36 out of 5 stars, based on 248 reviews.

Our Own Way: A Slice of Life Men's Romance by Misty Vixen follows Gabe Harris, a struggling writer in his mid-twenties facing financial hardship and unsatisfying jobs. After deciding to pursue writing seriously, Gabe begins to find some success and independence despite living in a modest studio apartment. His plans shift when Ellen, a tall former coworker with her own personal challenges, reenters his life, leading to a complex relationship that challenges Gabe’s priorities. The story explores themes of ambition, personal growth, and unexpected connections in a contemporary setting.

Book 1 of Our Own Way series

Harem Erotica Adult Smut Romance Slice Of Life LGBTQ Queer Contemporary Drama Coming Of Age Gay Strong Protagonist
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5 Demon's Ascent: A Progression Fantasy LitRPG

Demon's Ascent: A Progression Fantasy LitRPG

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Rated 4.33 out of 5 stars, based on 435 reviews.

Demon's Ascent: A Progression Fantasy LitRPG (Newly Summoned Demoness) by Erios909, Michaela Choi, and CREADFECTUS follows Elania, a girl summoned by demon-worshiping cultists into a perilous world where she must navigate hostile creatures and deep-seated anti-demon prejudice. As she uncovers latent powers linked to a mysterious System, Elania faces threats both external and internal while forming an uneasy alliance with Yolani, an arcane artificer entangled in a dangerous conspiracy. Set in an underground civilization fraught with danger, the story explores themes of survival, identity, and power within a fantasy LitRPG framework.

Book 1 of Newly Summoned Demoness series

Magic Demons Monsters War Dark Fantasy LGBTQ Apocalyptic Lesbian Survival LitRPG Progression Fantasy Rebellion Zero to Hero Female Protagonist
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6 Heaven's Fallen

Heaven's Fallen

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Rated 4.33 out of 5 stars, based on 343 reviews.

Heaven's Fallen (Mantles of Power #1) by Benjamin Medrano follows Isalla, an angel cast out from the heavens and stranded in the hells after betrayal. Stripped of her wings, she is aided by Kanae, a demoness who defies Isalla’s preconceived notions about demons. As Isalla navigates this unfamiliar and dangerous realm, she must confront threats from unseen enemies while forming a complex bond with Kanae. The novel explores themes of trust, survival, and unexpected alliances within a fantasy setting that includes magic, demons, and angels.

Book 1 of Mantles of Power series

Fantasy Magic Demons Romance War Supernatural LGBTQ Angels Lesbian Mythology Enemies To Lovers Strong Protagonist Female Protagonist
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7 The Banished Prince: Their Dark King Book One: Their Dark King Book One A Gay Harem Fantasy

The Banished Prince: Their Dark King Book One: Their Dark King Book One A Gay Harem Fantasy

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Rated 4.32 out of 5 stars, based on 364 reviews.

The Banished Prince: Their Dark King Book One (A Gay Harem Fantasy) by Zoe Perdita follows a prince who was betrayed by his family, losing his queen mother and his kingdom. After six years in exile, he gathers strength and allies, including a noble knight and a crow shifter, to reclaim the Obsidian Throne of Eldwyrd. The story explores themes of revenge, power, and loyalty within a fantasy setting where the protagonist’s growing abilities play a central role.

Book 1 of Their Dark King series

Magic Harem Romance Epic Fantasy Monsters Shapeshifters War Dark Fantasy LGBTQ Polyamory Sword and Sorcery Ruling Class Gay Revenge Strong Protagonist Royal Road
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8 Ghost Story

Ghost Story

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Rated 4.32 out of 5 stars, based on 357 reviews.

Ghost Story (The Accidental Necromancer, #1) by J.G. Jerome follows Will, an untrained necromancer who unexpectedly discovers his supernatural abilities after moving into a haunted apartment. Set in an urban fantasy world, the story explores Will’s unconventional personal life, including multiple romantic relationships and encounters with zombies, while he navigates the challenges of his newfound powers. The narrative blends elements of fantasy and erotica with candid depictions of daily life and complex social dynamics.

Book 1 of The Accidental Necromancer series

Magic Humor Harem Erotica Adult Slice Of Life Supernatural LGBTQ Zombies Horror Contemporary Strong Protagonist Zero to Hero Necromancer
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9 Born a Queen

Born a Queen

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Rated 4.30 out of 5 stars, based on 817 reviews.

Born a Queen (Lilith's Shadow, #1) by Benjamin Medrano follows Lilith, a being created by the notorious supervillain Shadowmind, who lacks a personal history and faces a death sentence because of her origin. Fleeing into the world, she encounters both heroes and villains, including Gina and Rachel, two superheroines in San Francisco. Their interactions develop into a complex friendship amid ongoing threats from adversaries. The novel blends elements of urban fantasy, science fiction, and romance with themes of identity and survival in a setting where magic and superpowers coexist.

Book 1 of Lilith's Shadow series

Adventure Action Romance Science Fiction Monsters Superheroes LGBTQ Polyamory Lesbian Strong Protagonist Female Protagonist
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10 Noc City: Reverse Harem Urban Fantasy

Noc City: Reverse Harem Urban Fantasy

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Rated 4.28 out of 5 stars, based on 2,788 reviews.

Noc City (Book One): Reverse Harem Urban Fantasy (The Darkverse Series) by Penn Cassidy follows a protagonist known as the Angel of Noc City, whose public image is shaped by her father’s propaganda portraying darklings as monstrous threats. When she discovers that she herself is one of these feared creatures, the fragile peace in Noc City unravels into conflict and fear. The story explores themes of identity, violence, and survival within a dark urban fantasy setting, featuring explicit content and complex relationships. This novel addresses mature topics including trauma and abuse, situating itself firmly within the dark romance and reverse harem subgenres.

Book 1 of Noc City series

Harem Erotica Romance Monsters Urban Fantasy Shapeshifters War Dark Fantasy Vampires LGBTQ Survival Gay Rebellion Anti-Hero
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11 The Fifth Season

The Fifth Season

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Rated 4.28 out of 5 stars, based on 340,049 reviews.

The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin follows Essun, a woman living undercover as a schoolteacher in a small town, who faces devastating personal loss when her husband kills their son and abducts their daughter. Set in the Stillness, a continent plagued by seismic disasters and societal fear of orogenes—individuals who can manipulate the earth—this story unfolds amid the collapse of the Sanze empire and a catastrophic rift that threatens to darken the sky for generations. Essun’s determination to reclaim her daughter drives her through a fractured world on the brink of collapse.

Book 1 of The Broken Earth series

Magic Post Apocalyptic Dystopia Monsters War LGBTQ Apocalyptic Survival Ruling Class Revenge Rebellion Female Protagonist
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12 Demon Princess Magical Chaos: The Tentacle Awakens

Demon Princess Magical Chaos: The Tentacle Awakens

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Rated 4.27 out of 5 stars, based on 878 reviews.

Demon Princess Magical Chaos: The Tentacle Awakens by J.J. Pavlov follows Kuroe Makoto, a high school track star who wakes up in a fantasy realm after an exhausting marathon, only to find she has been reincarnated not as a human but as Chaos, the demon queen’s child and heir to a war-torn kingdom. Navigating a world of magic and conflict, Chaos must reconcile her human consciousness with her monstrous form while encountering various demi-human girls. This fantasy light novel explores themes of identity, power, and romance within a setting marked by swordplay and supernatural intrigue.

Book 1 of Demon Princess Magical Chaos series

Magic Humor Harem Demons Romance Epic Fantasy Monsters War Light Novel LGBTQ Horror Yuri Sword and Sorcery Progression Fantasy Reincarnation Isekai Non-human Protagonist Zero to Hero Female Protagonist
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13 Ancient Ruins

Ancient Ruins

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Rated 4.26 out of 5 stars, based on 1,913 reviews.

Ancient Ruins (Ancient Dreams, #1) by Benjamin Medrano follows Sistina, who awakens after thousands of years with fragmented memories in the remains of an ancient city. As she navigates a conflict involving two elven nations and the slaver kingdom of Kelvanis, Sistina becomes both a refuge and a strategic stronghold after rescuing a princess from captivity. The novel explores themes of power, forgotten knowledge, and survival within a dark fantasy setting, incorporating elements of lesbian romance.

Book 1 of Ancient Dreams series

Magic Harem Demons Romance Epic Fantasy Monsters War Dark Fantasy LGBTQ Queer Elves Lesbian Survival Rebellion Dungeon Core Strong Protagonist
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14 The Door Into Fire

The Door Into Fire

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Rated 4.19 out of 5 stars, based on 964 reviews.

The Door Into Fire by Diane Duane follows Herewiss, Prince of the Brightwood, the first man in ages to bear the dangerous Power of the Flame yet remain unable to wield it. Torn between loyalty and self-mastery, he aids his closest friend, the dispossessed prince Freelorn, using learned sorcery and the help of Sunspark, a mysterious, gender-shifting fire-being, to break a siege. As Freelorn struggles to reclaim his throne, Herewiss must decide whether to commit fully to a human war or seek an ancient castle whose gateways to other worlds may finally unlock his magic. Blending epic fantasy, queer romance, and mythic adventure, the novel explores power, identity, and chosen bonds amid looming conflict.

Book 1 of The Tale of the Five series

Adventure Magic Romance Dragons Epic Fantasy Monsters War LGBTQ Queer Mythology Sword and Sorcery Ruling Class Gay Political Intrigue
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15 The Last Sun

The Last Sun

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Rated 4.19 out of 5 stars, based on 13,118 reviews.

The Last Sun (The Tarot Sequence, #1) by K.D. Edwards follows Rune Saint John, the final heir of the fallen Sun Court, as he searches for Lady Judgment’s missing son, Addam, in the island city of New Atlantis. Accompanied by his bodyguard Brand, Rune navigates the complex social and political landscape of Atlantean nobility while uncovering a deeper mystery involving a legendary creature tied to his family’s tragic past. This urban fantasy blends elements of magic, mystery, and queer romance within a richly imagined setting.

Book 1 of The Tarot Sequence series

Magic Romance Gods Monsters Urban Fantasy Mystery War LGBTQ Queer Mythology Ruling Class Gay Political Intrigue
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16 The Priory of the Orange Tree

The Priory of the Orange Tree

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Rated 4.17 out of 5 stars, based on 285,124 reviews.

The Priory of the Orange Tree (The Roots of Chaos, #1) by Samantha Shannon is a fantasy novel set in a world where the House of Berethnet has ruled the queendom of Inys for a millennium. Queen Sabran the Ninth faces pressure to produce an heir amid threats from assassins, while her lady-in-waiting Ead Duryan secretly protects her using forbidden magic. Across the sea, Tané trains to become a dragonrider but confronts a pivotal choice that could change her fate. The story explores political tension between East and West as ancient forces of chaos begin to stir.

Book 1 of The Roots of Chaos series

Magic Romance Dragons Epic Fantasy Monsters High Fantasy War LGBTQ Queer Lesbian Mythology Sword and Sorcery Ruling Class Political Intrigue Assassins Female Protagonist
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17 Foundryside

Foundryside

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Rated 4.17 out of 5 stars, based on 56,320 reviews.

Foundryside (The Founders Trilogy, #1) by Robert Jackson Bennett follows Sancia Grado, a skilled thief in the city of Tevanne, who steals a powerful artifact linked to the magical technology of scriving. This technology allows objects to be imbued with sentience through coded commands and has been exploited by the ruling Merchant Houses to enforce a rigid capitalist order. As Sancia becomes entangled in a conflict over control of the artifact, she must navigate political intrigue and harness its power to survive. The novel explores themes of magic, technology, and transformation within a high fantasy setting that includes queer and LGBT elements.

Book 1 of The Founders Trilogy series

Magic Gods Monsters War LGBTQ Queer Thriller Lesbian Rebellion Political Intrigue Strong Protagonist
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18 Sufficiently Advanced Magic

Sufficiently Advanced Magic

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Rated 4.12 out of 5 stars, based on 27,159 reviews.

Sufficiently Advanced Magic (Arcane Ascension, #1) by Andrew Rowe follows Corin Cadence as he enters the Serpent Spire, a massive tower filled with shifting rooms, traps, and monsters. Set in a high fantasy world where survivors gain magical attunements, Corin aims to reach the top floor to confront the spire’s goddess and uncover his missing brother’s fate. The novel explores themes of magic, survival, and alliance-building within a complex and dangerous environment.

Book 1 of Arcane Ascension series

Adventure Magic Monsters War LGBTQ Progression Fantasy Revenge Strong Protagonist Tower Climbing Academy
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19 Crier's War

Crier's War

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Rated 4.10 out of 5 stars, based on 54,236 reviews.

Crier's War (Crier's War, #1) by Nina Varela is set in the kingdom of Rabu, where the Automae—artificial beings once created as royal playthings—have seized control from humans following the War of Kinds. The story follows Ayla, a human servant determined to avenge her family by targeting Lady Crier, the Sovereign’s daughter who was engineered for perfection and poised to inherit power. As Crier navigates her arranged engagement to Scyre Kinok and uncovers unsettling truths about her father’s rule, her path intersects with Ayla’s in a complex exploration of loyalty and identity within a vividly constructed fantasy world.

Book 1 of Crier's War series

Fantasy Romance Young Adult War LGBTQ Queer Lesbian Survival Enemies To Lovers Ruling Class Reincarnation Revenge Rebellion Political Intrigue Strong Protagonist Female Protagonist Artificial Intelligence
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20 Ashes of the Sun

Ashes of the Sun

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Rated 4.05 out of 5 stars, based on 5,810 reviews.

Ashes of the Sun (Burningblade & Silvereye, #1) by Django Wexler is set in a world reshaped by a devastating magical war that toppled an empire. The story follows siblings Gyre and Maya, separated for twelve years after their parents sold Maya to the enigmatic Twilight Order. Gyre seeks revenge and power to destroy the Order, while Maya has become a warrior using magic to serve its cause. As civil war threatens their world, their opposing loyalties force them into conflict despite their familial bond. This novel opens a new epic fantasy trilogy exploring themes of loyalty, power, and division.

Book 1 of Burningblade & Silvereye series

Magic Epic Fantasy Monsters War Military Fiction LGBTQ Queer Lesbian Survival Ruling Class Revenge Political Intrigue
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21 Legends & Lattes

Legends & Lattes

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Rated 4.03 out of 5 stars, based on 339,402 reviews.

Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree follows Viv, a battle-worn orc who leaves behind a life of violence to open the first coffee shop in the city of Thune. Set in a fantasy world where coffee is unfamiliar, Viv faces challenges from both old enemies and new obstacles. The story explores themes of community and connection as Viv forms unexpected relationships that extend beyond friendship. This cozy fantasy blends elements of romance and queer identity within an adult setting.

Book 1 of Legends & Lattes series

Fantasy Adventure Magic Romance Monsters Slice Of Life Cozy LGBTQ Queer Lesbian Low Fantasy Female Protagonist
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22 Silver in the Wood

Silver in the Wood

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Rated 4.01 out of 5 stars, based on 24,249 reviews.

Silver in the Wood (The Greenhollow Duology, #1) by Emily Tesh follows Tobias, a solitary figure bound to the forest of Greenhollow, where he lives quietly with his cat and dryads. The arrival of Henry Silver, the new owner of Greenhollow Hall, disrupts this calm as hidden secrets tied to the forest’s ancient magic resurface. The story explores themes of nature, identity, and the consequences of confronting a past intertwined with mysterious and dark forces.

Book 1 of The Greenhollow Duology series

Magic Romance Monsters Dark Fantasy Supernatural Historical Fiction LGBTQ Queer Fae Mythology Coming Of Age Low Fantasy
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23 A Marvellous Light

A Marvellous Light

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Rated 3.94 out of 5 stars, based on 51,987 reviews.

A Marvellous Light (The Last Binding, #1) by Freya Marske is set in an alternate Edwardian England where magic exists alongside societal expectations. The story follows young baronet Robin Blyth, who unexpectedly becomes the parliamentary liaison to a secret magical society. As Robin confronts curses and visions linked to his missing predecessor, he reluctantly teams up with Edwin Courcey, a fellow magician with whom he shares a tense relationship. Their investigation uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that endangers magicians across Britain, blending elements of fantasy, mystery, and queer romance within a historical setting.

Book 1 of The Last Binding series

Magic Comedy Romance Young Adult Mystery Supernatural LGBTQ Queer Alternate History Ruling Class Political Intrigue
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