HERE BE DRAGONS!
Biological, Magical & Mechanical
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In a diverse collection of dragon tales set against various fantastical backdrops, individuals face both personal and grand challenges. From an inventor’s race against time to halt a snowstorm triggered by her creation, to a fairy tale character embarking on an adventure, to a clergyman’s daughter uncovering family secrets amidst mythical creatures in a gothic abbey. Whether it’s a steampunk romance entwined with dragon lore, a Regency rom-com featuring mischievous pet dragons, or a daring quest to secure an alliance with a kingdom wielding ancient magic, each narrative explores the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Wormwood Abbey
by Christina Baehr
Edith Worms is a Victorian clergyman’s daughter whose life takes a fantastical turn when a mythical salamander appears in her lap. After receiving a letter from estranged relatives, Edith finds herself whisked away to Wormwood Abbey in Yorkshire, a crumbling gothic estate filled with curious creatures and family secrets. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
In Pursuit of Dragons
by Anne Renwick
Secrets abound within a castle, where Natalia hides miraculous secrets and a mythical dragon prowls. When Luke returns, old flames reignite amidst danger. Illness and enemies threaten, leading to a desperate final stand. This historical fantasy romance combines steampunk adventure with biotechnology in an alternate past. Buy Direct | Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Google Play | Barnes & Noble
Scales and Sensibility
by Stephanie Burgis
Elinor Tregarth moves into Hathergill Hall intending to be a model poor relation but accidentally kidnaps her cousin’s pet dragon. Unexpectedly, she falls for a charming fortune hunter courting her cousin. To secure her sisters’ futures, she enters into a magical charade. Set in 1817 England, this is a Regency fantasy rom-com. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
A Propper Dragon
by EB Wheeler
Phoebe Hart, a dragon-linked individual gifted with magic, faces challenges as she enters London society. Her dragon and magic don’t behave as expected, and she encounters various obstacles, including anti-magic groups and the enigmatic Viscount Westing. Determined to have a successful London Season, Phoebe must navigate societal pressures and unmask a dangerous enemy. Amazon KU
A Coup of Tea
by Casey Blair
The fourth princess of Istalam, Miyara, defies expectations by leaving her path to serve the crown, choosing exile instead. Settling in a struggling community on the brink of magical disaster, Miyara opens a tea shop. However, hidden magic and machinations threaten her newfound freedom and the community she’s grown to care for. Amazon KU
Golden Braids and Dragon Blades
by Melanie Karsak
Rapunzel, heir to Camelot, resides in Merlin’s cave under the protection of her faerie guardian, Gothel. Feeling trapped and longing for adventure, Rapunzel’s mundane life takes a thrilling turn when she encounters Red Cape Society Agent Ewan Goodwin and his monster-stalking device. As they embark on a quest tied to King Arthur’s Britannia, Rapunzel’s desire for a Jane Austen-esque life collides with magical intrigue. Amazon KU
Ferromancer
by Becca Andre
Captain Bridget “Briar” Rose enjoys her adventurous life running cargo on the Ohio & Erie Canal until her cousin’s decision to sell their family boat threatens their way of life. Suspecting her cousin’s new business partner of being a ferromancer—one of the dreaded metal mages—Briar takes matters into her own hands. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
Cities of Smoke & Starlight
by Allie Earnest
Kase Shackley, a hover pilot, and Hallie Walker, a scholar, are forced to work together on a dangerous mission to a lost land. Despite their animosity, they must secure an alliance with a mystical race to defend against a kingdom wielding dangerous technology and ancient magic. Set in a world of hoverships and ancient artifacts, “Cities of Smoke and Starlight” is a science fantasy romance series. Amazon KU
Miss Bennet’s Dragon
by M Verant
Elizabeth Bennet is secretly managing her family’s estate while hiding a forbidden power: she can speak to and influence dragons. When Napoleon’s spies threaten England, Elizabeth must hunt for lost dragon lore. This search forces her to seek help from the proud Mr. Darcy to uncover dark secrets at Pemberley that tie their fates and the safety of England together. Amazon KU
Dance with the Dragon Duke
by S.L. Prater
Tomorrow, a fae woman, must marry a man of gentle breeding to claim her wealthy inheritance while surviving her cousin’s assassination attempts. A fake fiancé? Darko, the Unseelie Duke of the Dead, a dragon shifter. As the powerful dragon duke protects her and helps thwart her greedy relatives, their fake arrangement spirals out of control into a very real mate bond. Amazon KU
The Clockwork Ice Dragon
by Liz Delton
Aurelia Sundon is an aspiring inventor racing against time to complete her invention before Christmas. When her former love enters the competition with his own invention, chaos ensues as his creation triggers a snowstorm. Despite their strained relationship, Aurelia must decide whether to team up with him to fix the invention and save their city. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
Wyrde and Wayward
by Charlotte E English
In this Regency-era tale, Miss Gussie Werth finds herself abducted by a neighboring family as eccentric as her own. Despite being the only “normal” member of her supernatural family, Gussie discovers she may not be as ordinary as she thought amidst absurd disasters and quirky characters. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Google Play | Barnes & Noble
Spellbound at Pemberly
by Abigail Reynolds
Fitzwilliam Darcy is a powerful mage on a dangerous mission to end a war with Napoleon. To succeed, he needs the help of Elizabeth Bennet, whose magical talents are crucial. Despite her reluctance to give up her powers, Elizabeth agrees to marry Darcy. As they navigate political intrigue and face dragons, they must learn to trust each other to save England and themselves. Amazon KU
Dragon’s Keep
by Jessica Marting
Arabella Greave finds herself alone except for Dr. Xavier Kinnon, an exiled paleontologist who happens to be the world’s only dragon shifter. Xavier, wary of human contact for safety reasons, claims Antarctica as his domain. Despite their differences, Arabella and Xavier are drawn to each other in the icy wilderness, navigating their attraction amidst the dangers of Antarctica and Xavier’s secret identity. Amazon | Kobo | Apple books | Google Play | Barnes & Noble
Jane Austen’s Dragons Series
by Maria Grace
When a rare firedrake egg is stolen, the fragile peace between humans and dragons hangs in the balance. Darcy follows the thief to Meryton, where he must work with Elizabeth Bennet, whose knowledge of dragon lore may be the key to recovering the egg—if she can learn to trust him with the creature’s fate. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
The Artist and the Dragon
by Megan Van Dyke
After helping overthrow a corrupt king, artist Bronwyn Kinsley hopes to leave court intrigue behind. But when a secret faction known as the Dragons places her sister under a deadly sleeping curse, she must join forces with Prince Malik Ithael—a notorious playboy secretly hunting the group’s leader. Together, they work to unmask the curse’s creator. Amazon KU
Dragons & Dirigibles
by Cindy Spencer Pape
Melody McKay, an airship engineer, crashes into the yard of a Gothic manor after her dirigible explodes. While recovering from an injured ankle, she is cared for by the mansion’s owner, Victor Arrington, a stuffy ex-Royal Navy Captain and Earl of Blackwell. Victor is focused on protecting his niece and bringing down a dangerous ring of local smugglers who are weaponizing fire-breathing mechanical dragons. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Google Play | Barnes & Noble
The Rose in the Clockwork Library
by Lou Wilham
After years in a labor camp, Rose finally tastes freedom—but safety is fleeting as she and the crew of The Duchess flee into the Wastes. Their search for answers leads them to the Great Library, where Rose is forced into an uneasy alliance with Kindle, its keeper, whose life is bound to a fading, dangerous magic. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
If You Enjoy… Continue With…
| If you enjoy… | You might also enjoy… | What’s in the books? |
|---|---|---|
| In Pursuit of Dragons by Anne Renwick | The Iron Fin by Anne Renwick | Scientific mysteries, dangerous creatures, and adventurous exploration. |
| Wormwood Abbey by Christina Baehr | The Watchmaker’s Daughter by C.J. Archer | Gothic atmosphere, hidden secrets, magical discoveries, and slow-burn romance. |
| Scales and Sensibility by Stephanie Burgis | Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater | Whimsical fantasy, humor, magical mishaps, and charming romance. |
| A Proper Dragon by E.B. Wheeler | Hunter’s Moon by Gwyneira Blythe | Magic, supernatural society, and heroines navigating expectations and power. |
| A Coup of Tea by Casey Blair | The Lord of Stariel by A.J. Lancaster | Cozy fantasy, found family, magic, and community-centered storytelling. |
| Golden Braids and Dragon Blades by Melanie Karsak | Wolves and Daggers by Melanie Karsak | Fairy-tale inspiration, adventure, secret societies, and magical danger. |
| Ferromancer by Becca Andre | Lady of Devices by Shelley Adina | Determined heroines, engineering, invention, and steampunk adventure. |
| Cities of Smoke & Starlight by Allie Earnest | Legacy by Vivi Anna | Fantasy adventure, political alliances, ancient powers, and high-stakes missions. |
| Miss Bennet’s Dragon by M. Verant | Spellbound at Pemberley by Abigail Reynolds | Jane Austen-inspired worlds enriched by magic, dragons, and romance. |
| Dance with the Dragon Duke by S.L. Prater | Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater | Fae influence, magical romance, and enchanting fantasy worlds. |
| The Clockwork Ice Dragon by Liz Delton | The Golden Spider by Anne Renwick | Inventors, unusual technology, and science-driven fantasy adventure. |
| Wyrde and Wayward by Charlotte E. English | Garden Folly Magic by Anne Rollins | Eccentric magical families, humor, romance, and everyday enchantment. |
| Dragon’s Keep by Jessica Marting | The Royal Occult Bureau by Barbara Russell | Supernatural secrets, dangerous powers, and romance amid hidden worlds. |
| Jane Austen’s Dragons by Maria Grace | God Save the Queen by Kate Locke | Alternate-history Britain transformed by powerful nonhuman forces. |
| The Artist and the Dragon by Megan Van Dyke | A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske | Hidden conspiracies, dangerous magic, and character-driven fantasy romance. |
| Dragons & Dirigibles by Cindy Spencer Pape | The Silver Skull by Anne Renwick | Airships, adventure, steampunk technology, and romance under pressure. |
| The Rose in the Clockwork Library by Lou Wilham | The Iron Wyrm Affair by Lilith Saintcrow | Clockwork-infused worlds, dangerous secrets, and magical intrigue. |
Steampunk & Gaslamp Fantasy Fairy Tale Retellings (With Romance)
There’s something irresistible about fairy tales retold through fogged windows and gaslight.
A London reimagined-where invention and imagination blur in Victorian and alternate-history settings.
THE BITE OF ROMANCE: Fanged Fantasies
When supernatural vampires step into stories, a an extra dash or passion is added to a romantasy tale.
Stories that bring mystery, folklore, and magic to tales of love, loss, and redemption.
WITCHES, WIZARDS AND WARLOCKS: By the pricking of my thumbs…
In worlds where magic intertwines with the mundane, witches wield power
About This Collection
Here Be Dragons! is a curated collection of fantasy romance novels featuring dragons and dragon-inspired creatures. These stories explore dragons through mythology, magic, science, engineering, and adventure, ranging from whimsical Regency fantasies and gothic mysteries to steampunk romances and epic quests.
The collection highlights the many ways authors reimagine dragons within gaslamp fantasy, steampunk romance, historical fantasy, and speculative fiction. Together, these books showcase dragons as allies, enemies, mysteries, magical beings, mechanical creations, and symbols of power woven into unforgettable romantic adventures.