The Case of Elmwood Ranch: A Sapphic Paranormal Romance

Author: Deanna Grey

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A legacy paranormal investigator, loner horse rancher, and a haunted house.

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José • Dec 29 2025 Here’s the third and final installment of exciting new queer releases to look forward to in 2026.

30 New Books I'm Excited About In 2026

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2. Muñeca by Cynthia Gómez

   • A vivid, surreal Gothic about a queer, Latine, working class witch who sets out to rescue a bespelled heiress.

3. Goldenborn by Ama Ofosua Lieb

   • A contemporary fantasy debut about a teen whose newly awakened magical abilities lead her to ancient gods.

4. Score by Kennedy Ryan

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5. Bound by Fury by Noelle Monét

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6. Before We Burn by Ophelia Reign

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7. To Ride a Rising Storm by Moniquill Blackgoose

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