#gaslampfantasy

[leannareneehieber]

GOTHIC & DARK ACADEMIA ENTHUSIASTS!

DARLINGS! Just noticed the double-volume revised edition of STRANGELY BEAUTIFUL via @torbooks is on super-eBook-sale right now. 684 pages! For only $3.99! Via Kindle, Kobo & Apple Books! Includes THE STRANGELY BEAUTIFUL TALE OF MISS PERCY PARKER and THE DARKLY LUMINOUS FIGHT FOR PERSEPHONE PARKER + extra scenes & content.

This book of my heart is: GOTHIC. It's Jane-Eyre-Meets-Dark-Academia+Hot-For-Teacher+GHOSTS+Greek-Mythology+Jack-the-Ripper+Found-Family

YES, there is a paperback omnibus edition, available via Bookshop.org (my favorite link to send folks to, it supports local bookstores!), B&N and any physical store can order it in. It's on sale too!

Please share? Thank you!

Kindle - Kobo - Apple Books

[crankratkat]

Theres a new update for Crankrats up! https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/crankrats/list?title_no=345026

For those who like slow burn gaslamp/steampunk fantasy dramas!

[yuuslog]

🥀 "She had the face of the most beautiful woman Holmes had ever seen."

A portrait inspired by Irene Adler — the embodiment of wit, beauty, and unshakable independence.

In a world ruled by men, she carved her own legend in elegance and mystery.

[allthingsdarkanddirty]

A Conjuring of Ravens by Azalea Ellis is available now! - A Magepunk Progression Fantasy -

ONLY 99c!

Available on All Platforms

In a world where magic is a science, Siobhan is a genius. But even geniuses need schooling. When Siobhan stumbled into the theft of a priceless magical book, she thought her dreams of becoming the world's most powerful sorcerer were destroyed. But then a mysterious spell changed her life forever... Siobhan is now wearing the body of a strange man and has a new identity—Sebastien. With a new chance for a new start, she allies herself with a local gang—secretly a revolutionary party funding itself through crime. Now, she is bound by vow to repay them in magic and favors. But as Sebastien's reputation begins to bloom, and Siobhan's old enemies still lurk in the shadows, she quickly realizes that the secrets of this world are deeper and darker than she ever could have imagined. Forced to juggle the two sides of her double life, Siobhan is determined to uncover the truth and take control of the name they gave her—The Raven Queen. A Conjuring of Ravens is the first book in a hard fantasy series that includes: an intelligent protagonist, a rules-based magic system, and some hilarious misunderstandings. Get it now.

[rawinter]

Gaslamp Fantasy: A Spine-Tingling Gothic Mystery You Won't Be Able to Put Down

Looking for your next literary obsession? Search no further than Murder on the Big Lake, the series debut novel by author R.A. Winter, that combines the suspense of Sherlock Holmes with the swoon-worthy slow burn series romance of a bygone era. Our story opens in 1894 Erie, Pennsylvania, where 24-year-old Elizabeth Meadows lives under the strict rule of her oppressive aunt and uncle. With her…

[books-and-ivy]

I am pleased to introduce our latest addition to the Hiding in Plain Sight crew, Ms. Susan Oltzman!

Design Notes for Susan:

Susan is fairly tall compared to other women in her time, standing at 5’5 (~165cm) in a time where the average lady was about 5’2

Susan is well versed in London polite society—being raised in the home of her wealthy father, she is no stranger to the rules, customs, and traditions of the English upper middle classes.

Her day dress is a unique blend of current and past trends from the early 1870s, emphasizing simple geometric designs while still following the fuller, crinoline shape of the 60s. Susan’s design emphasizes her stoic, no-nonsense personality.

She is very well groomed. Her naturally unruly curls (a feature inherited from her Greek mother) have been tamed back into a tight bun that she wears on most occasions, despite it often giving her headaches.

Susan’s society uniform is heavily armored in order to protect against werewolf and shapeshifter bites / scratches. Her belt and gorget are made of silver, while her bracers and greaves are made of plated iron.

The emblem shown on her belt is the Greek Orthodox cross ☦️

Her weapon of choice (not shown) is a sawn-off shotgun she named ‘Mercy’ alongside several hidden blades, most of which are dipped in silver. However, Susan is proficient in most weapons used in the Society.

Susan’s design sheet has been one of my longest projects in recent times, racking up over 30 hours of work over a YEAR of on and off drawing. 🫣 Needless to say, thank you all for your patience. I believe this time has paid off, and I am looking forward to sharing more of the HiPS world with you in the future

#art #digitalart #referencesheet #susanoltzman #hidinginplainsight #hipsofficial #gothicliterature #gaslampfantasy #characterdesign #oc #victorian #girlboss #monsterhunter #christianartist #procreate

[cocktailsfairytales]

Undead Gods (Book 1)

Genre: Romantic Fantasy / Dark Gaslamp Fantasy

Publication Date: October 1st, 2024

Readers are loving the…

Dark, moody, gaslamp worldbuilding

Strong women

Secrets and mysteries

Forbidden magic

Everyone’s favorite raccoon

Feminine rage

WELCOME TO KAVA, WHERE THE UNDEAD GODS NEITHER HEAR NOR CARE…

Elysia Parker lives each day in fear it will be her last.

The magic the gods carelessly gifted mortals disappeared years ago, and Elysia Parker is all too familiar with what happens when someone is found to be harboring magic in her land. Death.

Cursed but hiding in plain sight within Kava’s royal court, Elysia has her eyes on the crown and its prince. But an unexpected change in her magic throws her carefully laid plans into chaos. In love with the man who could order her death, she searches for an answer to her curse before it’s too late.

From underground tunnels to pleasure houses and rebels who demand payment of the highest kind, Elysia will journey to the death realm and back to find her answers.

But is she willing to face the harsh demands of the truth?

Inspired by Hades and Persephone, Undead Gods is a dark, moody fantasy filled with magic, danger, and a love that may be the heroine's downfall. Follow Elysia Parker into the soot drenched world of Kava as she navigates secrets, betrayal, and ultimately, finding herself amidst a world of lies.

GET IT ON AMAZON https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9543XDF/ref

#rrbooktours #rrbtUndeadGod #UndeadGod #romanticfantasy #hadesandpersephone #gaslampfantasy #gaslamp #darkfantasyromance #romantasybooks #newreleasebook #newbookalert

[lordtyger9]

FEBRUARY 1st ONLY

280 #paranormalromance, #romantasy, #urbanfantasy, #highfantasy, and #gaslampfantasy books - all on sale for $0.99! Don’t miss this huge sale → https://farofeb.com/bookblast/

[libraryinthecountry]

★ What are some books you immediately knew would be a five star read, from the moment you started? The Prince’s Poisoned Vow by @haileyturnerwrites, for me! Wow wow wow. I am currently reading this beauty and loving it beyond measure. I can’t decide if I want to hug these characters or let them step on me. I love them. 😭 It’s a very queer, epic fantasy set in a steampunk world and I am just awed by the scope of this story. It’s absolutely going to land as one of my favorite reads of the year. I can feel it already. The Prince’s Poisoned Vow just released yesterday and it’s available on Kindle Unlimited! Check the comments for the description. ♥️ Thank you so much to Hailey and Valentine PR for the chance to read this one early! ★ HASHTAGS //     #Bookstagram #BookObsessed #BooksBooksBooks #BookDragon #BooksOfInstagram #BooksOfIG #haileyturner #infernalwarsaga #tppv #theprincespoisonedvow #steampunk #gaslampfantasy #fantasy #epicfantasy #epicromance #epicbooks #epicreads #lgbtqfantasy #gayromance #queerromance #romance #actionandadventure #LGBTQA+ #AdultRomance #Angsty #Royalty #Steampunk #StarcrossedLovers #SecretorLostHeir #valentineprlm @valentine_pr_ https://www.instagram.com/p/CdHBTXyPY08/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[world-of-fire-and-flight]

Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Chirpets

Like niphonies, chirpets are a small insect capable of producing an audible symphony. More particular about their environment than their counterpart, chirpets prefer drier ground and grasses to hide in. Depending on their environment, a chirpet’s (pronounced /chuhrp-et/) exoskeleton varies. Most commonly found in the Barrier Plains of Tenebris because of the landscape’s tall grasses and lack of flooding, these chirpets have an amber exoskeleton compared to the navy exoskeleton of the chirpets found in the Shadow Forest.

While chirpets predominantly prefer dry ecosystems and are pickier when it comes to their home, it’s not uncommon for the two different insects to share an environment between colonies. To learn more about not only the animals of Tenebris, but also the kingdom itself, as well as my characters, be sure to keep an eye out for Fire & Flight to be released summer 2022 and sign up for my newsletter to be among the first to know!

[docgalahan]

The Wailing Night Pt. 1 - 4/4

Isabella was set upon by several concert attendees. She fought for her life as she was dragged from the concert hall onto the cobbled, gaslit streets of Queensgate. Across the street, amongst the greenery of Washington Park she was beaten by the fists of her once adoring fans, until she gasped her last breath. The cultured citizens of Queensgate had defeated their ‘monster’.

But in truth, the monster was just being born.

[leannareneehieber]

HAPPY WORLD GOTH DAY from your favorite friendly neighborhood Perky Goth and Gothic Novelist!

Today would be A GREAT DAY to buy one of my books about ghosts and Gothic themes! Available wherever books are sold!

For fiction: Try the STRANGELY BEAUTIFUL (1888 London) or SPECTRAL CITY (1899 New York City) saga! Victorian Found-Family Fantasy Romance with Quirky Characters and TONS of GHOSTS!

For non-fiction: Try A HAUNTED HISTORY OF INVISIBLE WOMEN: TRUE STORIES OF AMERICA'S GHOSTS!

You can get Gothic, Neo-Victorian goodies at my shop Torch and Arrow!

Your support keeps this Perky Goth Perky!

Thank you in advance for helping me survive!

*Rushes back to 3 insane book deadlines!*

Happy Haunting!

[demiguiselady]

I found a gorgeous velvet gown for Sabrina when she's in formal Witch mode.

Isn't it gorgeous? I'm working on a more steampunk outfit for Tabitha, and I think they will compliment each other nicely.

Also, I think Sabrina is going to get the violet eyes.

So, here's the funny thing - I never told the shop owner the name of my doll. I bought it on Etsy, so we didn't talk at all. But -

Guess it was meant to be mine.

[yuuslog]

🥀 "To Sherlock Holmes, she is always the woman."

Inspired by Irene Adler's world — a Victorian parlor filled with music, intelligence, and mystery. Candlelight flickers over rich burgundy velvet, opera scores scattered across a grand piano, and secrets hidden between the pages of old letters.

A glimpse into the elegance and independence that made her unforgettable.

[gothicmonocle]

"The police officers were soon known as ‘bobbies’ or ‘peelers’ after Robert Peel. They wore a uniform that included dark blue longcoats and a tall hat. They were unarmed except for truncheons – this was supposed to make them as unlike the army as possible but left them open to vicious attacks from criminals in London" -History of the Metropolitan Police Service Because of his job as a policeman, George tends to come home a little worse for wear more often than not and it's really not the best for him nor Emma. . . . . . . # tssojh #drjekyllandmrhyde #thecuriouscaseofdrjekyllandmrhyde #thestrangeseparationofdrjekyllandmrhyde #webcomics #independentcomics #onlinecomic #indiewebcomic #jekyllandhyde #gaslampfantasy #mystery #gothicstory #victorianera https://www.instagram.com/p/B_f4ur9jj66/?igshid=1ta4hse4jybix

[the-happiness-salesman-fanfic]

This week's update contains 2 new pages! . . . . . . . #tssojh #drjekyllandmrhyde #thecuriouscaseofdrjekyllandmrhyde #thestrangeseparationofdrjekyllandmrhyde #webcomics #independentcomics #onlinecomic #indiewebcomic #jekyllandhyde #gaslampfantasy #mystery #gothicstory #victorianera https://www.instagram.com/p/B7635rhhg4s/?igshid=1pmtwvrg0950d