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Adult (18+) Fiction
FF Adult (18+) Fiction
Stealing Sunshine by Hannah Cowan Book List curated by Lavender Library Press

Stealing Sunshine by Hannah Cowan is a heartfelt 18+ sapphic romance full of slow-burn attraction, opposites-attract tension, and small-town charm.

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After four years away, Daisy returns to Cherry Peak expecting a simple homecoming. But living under the same roof as her brother, and next to his infuriating friend Bryce, the town’s infamous Ice Queen, complicates everything. Daisy is determined to stay out of trouble…until circumstances force her into helping Bryce navigate her own love life.

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As they spend more time together, icy walls begin to thaw and sparks ignite. Between teasing, heated moments, and emotional vulnerability, Daisy and Bryce must navigate jealousy, misunderstandings, and their growing feelings before either can admit the truth.

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Perfect for fans of slow-burn sapphic romance, opposites-attract stories, small-town LGBTQ+ fiction, and contemporary queer love. Readers will adore the sizzling chemistry, emotional depth, and heartfelt happily-ever-after Daisy and Bryce build together.

Ruby Roe Shout Out
Girl Games Series
Book cover:  A Game of Hearts and Heists by Ruby Roe. Book list curated by Lavender Library Press.

A Game of Hearts and Heists by Ruby Roe is a steamy 18+ sapphic fantasy romance full of forbidden love, high-stakes magic, and slow-burn rivals-to-lovers tension.

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Scarlett Grey, a master thief, and Quinn Adams, a cunning poisoner, are forced to team up for the most dangerous magical heist of their careers. Both have secrets to protect and reputations on the line, making every interaction a test of trust and temptation.

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As traps, betrayals, and unexpected desire threaten to undo them, Scarlett and Quinn must navigate their growing attraction while ensuring the heist succeeds. Every choice could mean heartbreak or victory, and nothing is as it seems.

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Perfect for fans of steamy sapphic fantasy romance, rivals-to-lovers chemistry, magical adventures, forbidden love, and slow-burn queer romance. Readers will fall for Scarlett and Quinn’s sizzling tension, high-stakes magic, and intense, passionate journey.

 A Game of Romance and Ruin by Ruby Roe. Book list curated by Lavender Library Press.

A Game of Romance and Ruin by Ruby Roe is a steamy 18+ sapphic fantasy romance full of rivals-to-lovers tension, forbidden desire, and magical adventures.

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Bella Blythe and Quinn Adams are thrown together for a high-stakes magical heist that could make or break their reputations. With long-standing rivalry and simmering attraction, every moment forces them to balance desire with duty.

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As secrets, betrayal, and passion escalate, they must navigate treacherous magical trials while confronting the intensity of their growing feelings. Every choice could cost them the mission—or each other.

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Perfect for fans of steamy sapphic fantasy romance, rivals-to-lovers stories, magical competitions, forbidden love, and queer fantasy adventures. Readers will fall for Bella and Quinn’s slow-burn chemistry, sizzling tension, and thrilling magical world.

Book cover:  A Game of Deceit and Desire  by Ruby Roe. Book list curated by Lavender Library Press.

A Game of Deceit and Desire by Ruby Roe is a steamy 18+ sapphic fantasy romance full of rivals-to-lovers tension, forbidden love, and magical competitions.

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Bella Blythe, master of lattice magic, is determined to win the Runic Games, but her greatest rival, Remy Reid, keeps getting in the way. For years they’ve clashed in competitions, jobs, and apprenticeships, each trying to outdo the other… until a single kiss changes everything.

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With the biggest competition of their lives ahead, Bella and Remy must navigate secrets, betrayals, and the unexpected pull of desire. Trust is scarce, reputations are at stake, and every choice could cost them the championship or each other.

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Perfect for fans of steamy sapphic fantasy romance, rivals-to-lovers stories, magical competitions, forbidden romance, forced proximity, and queer fantasy adventures. Readers will fall for Bella and Remy’s fiery chemistry, slow-burn romance, and high-stakes magical world.

Book cover:  A Game of Vows and Vendettas  by Ruby Roe. Book list curated by Lavender Library Press.

A Game of Vows and Vendettas by Ruby Roe is a steamy 18+ sapphic fantasy romance filled with rivals-to-lovers tension, forbidden love, and magical intrigue in the thrilling conclusion to the Girl Games series.

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Bella Blythe and Remy Reid face their most dangerous Runic Games yet, where stakes are higher, secrets run deeper, and every magical challenge could change their lives forever. Their complicated history of rivalry and desire now collides with the pressures of loyalty, ambition, and heart.

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As betrayals surface and unexpected alliances form, Bella and Remy must navigate trust, passion, and the temptation of revenge. Every decision could mean victory, heartbreak, or losing each other forever in a world where magic and desire intertwine.

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Perfect for fans of steamy sapphic fantasy romance, rivals-to-lovers stories, magical competitions, forbidden romance, slow-burn relationships, and queer fantasy adventures. Readers will be captivated by Roe's development of sizzling chemistry, high-stakes magical world, and emotional romance payoff in the final Girl Games book.

MM Adult (18+) Fiction
The Emperor and the Endless Palace by Justinian Huang

The Emperor and the Endless Palace by Justinian Huang is an 18+ queer M/M romantasy blending erotic romance, reincarnation, and epic fantastical adventure. Fans of time-crossing love stories, soulmates reborn, and steamy erotica will be captivated.

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In 4 BCE, a courtier is tasked with seducing a young emperor, only to discover their fates are entwined. Centuries later, an innkeeper unwittingly unleashes a dangerous force, and in modern-day Los Angeles, a college student meets a stranger who feels hauntingly familiar.

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Reborn across lifetimes, these two souls are irresistibly drawn together, tested by passion, political intrigue, and supernatural threats, in a fast-paced, emotionally charged story.

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Rich, imaginative, and erotically charged, The Emperor and the Endless Palace delivers steamy queer romance, reincarnated soulmates, and epic fantastical adventure. Readers will adore its multi-era storytelling, intense M/M erotica, and emotionally resonant romance, making it a must-read for fans of LGBTQ+ romantasy and adult queer fantasy.

Hot Head by Damon Suede Book Cover

Hot Head by Damon Suede is a gritty, emotional M/M contemporary 18+ romance that explores themes of unrequited love, identity, and the complexities of masculinity. Set against the backdrop of New York City's firehouses, this novel delves into the lives of two firefighters grappling with their feelings for each other amidst the challenges of their profession and personal lives.

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Griffin "Griff" Muir has harbored secret feelings for his best friend and fellow firefighter, Dante Anastagio, for years. Their close bond is tested when Dante, facing financial difficulties, proposes an unconventional solution: performing in a gay porn website together. This proposition forces Griff to confront his emotions and the realities of their relationship.

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As Griff and Dante navigate the complexities of their feelings, they must also contend with the pressures of their careers, the expectations of their families, and the challenges of coming to terms with their identities. 

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Hot Head offers readers a compelling narrative that combines intense emotional depth with steamy romance, appealing to fans of contemporary M/M romance and those interested in stories that delve into the complexities of love and identity.

Cover Page/Title Page: Don't You Dare by Ce Ricci Book list curated by Lavender Library Press

Don’t You Dare by M.A. Abraham is a spicy, 18+ angst-filled MM romance novel perfect for fans of slow-burn, friends-to-lovers stories.

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Jay and Smith have been best friends forever, but after a drunken game leads to an unforgettable kiss, they start walking the risky line between friendship and something much more.

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Filled with sizzling tension, emotional slow burn, and chaotic “just-one-bed” moments, this queer gay romance delivers banter, boundary testing, and heart-wrecking emotions.

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Ideal for readers who love friends-to-lovers MM romance, queer contemporary fiction, and steamy slow-burn love stories.

Off Limits Daddy by Denver Shaw Book Cover. Book list curated by Lavender Library Press

Off Limits Daddy by Denver Shaw is a steamy, slow-burn 18+ MM small-town romance filled with forbidden desire, age-gap attraction, and the tangled emotions of falling for your best friend’s older brother.

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Ari is a little lost but knows exactly what he wants: a Daddy. His target? Reid Morgan, Briar Creek’s beloved firefighter, divorced, fourteen years older, and frustratingly off-limits. What starts as playful teasing and lingering looks soon ignites into a passionate and emotionally charged queer romance, set against the backdrop of a close-knit LGBTQ+ small town.

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This contemporary male/male romance explores themes of taboo romance, daddy kink, slow-burn love, found family, and emotional vulnerability. Perfect for fans of MM romance novels with age-gap relationships, forbidden love stories, queer contemporary romance, and daddy/boy romance subgenres.

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Dive into this LGBTQ+ romance for a heartfelt and sizzling tale of trust, connection, and the courage to break all the rules for love.

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