Have you ever enjoyed a story so much that you reread it over and over? Maybe you wanted to stay in that world with those characters and learn more about their story or what might have happened next. If so, you’ll want to check out these standout retellings of classic literature and fairytales. These retellings showcase the ingenuity of contemporary authors as they take beloved tales and add their own twists.
Murder in Highbury by Vanessa Kelly
The first in a captivating new series, Jane Austen’s Emma Knightley entertains a different role in Highbury—going from clever matchmaker to Regency England’s shrewdest sleuth.
A Daughter of Fair Verona by Christina Dodd
Knives Out meets Bridgerton in Fair Verona, as New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd kicks off a frothy, irreverent, witty new series with an irresistible premise—told from the delightfully engaging point of view of Romeo and Juliet’s clever, rebellious, fiercely independent daughter, Rosie Montague.
The Other March Sisters by Linda Epstein, Ally Malinenko, and Liz Parker
Releases February 25, 2025
Giving all the “Little Women” the stories they deserve at last, this imaginative historical novel and companion to the much-loved classic draws Meg, Beth, and Amy March from behind the shadow of Jo – Louisa May Alcott’s alter-ego and the “author” of Little Women – as vibrant and unforgettable characters grappling with societal strictures, queer love, motherhood, chronic illness, artistic ambition, and more.
One Cursed Rose by Rebecca Zanetti
For fans of Scarlett St Clair and Sarah J Maas, New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti explores the forbidden and the taboo in this modern twist on Beauty and the Beast – the first in a seductive new dark romance series set in a world where information is power, and those who control the flow of information live like gods…
Flock by Kate Stewart
Discover the first book in TikTok phenom Kate Stewart’s internationally bestselling Ravenhood trilogy—a deliciously steamy, irresistibly edgy Robin Hood retelling that offers a thoroughly unique modern-day spin on the original brotherhood of morally gray bad boys.
A Cowboy to Remember by Rebekah Weatherspoon
In this enchanting series starter from award-winning author Rebekah Weatherspoon, a charming cowboy and his sleeping beauty find their modern-day happily ever after.
An Amish Cinderella by Shelley Shepard Gray
New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray—one of the most beloved voices in inspirational romance—welcomes readers back to Apple Creek, Ohio, a bright and bustling Amish community. This third installment is sure to enchant readers looking for a sweet twist on the classic Cinderella story!
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