Find the story you can’t put down.
Explore 20 original novels spanning literary fiction, romance, mystery, thrillers, horror, fantasy and science fiction. Read chapter one free, then choose the edition that suits the way you read.
Meet NovelSpell
Five good places to start
One book from each of our five shelves: literary fiction, romance, mystery, thrillers & horror, and fantasy & science fiction. Dip into any of them before deciding which one belongs on your shelf.
Brian Hale Is Not Your Friend
Margaret Ellery · Tender, dryly witty fiction about grief, reciprocity and a neighbourhood fighting back
£3.77 – £16.63
The Mercy Kiln
Bridie Nash · Rural Australian noir where every clue costs the town water
£3.77 – £16.63
The Furrow Road
Rowan Ashfield · A sweeping fantasy quest where every mile rearranges the realm
£3.77 – £16.63
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What sort of story are you after?
Choose what you fancy next: connection, longing, intrigue, tension or wonder.
Literary fiction
Character-led stories about family, memory, belonging, belief and the choices that quietly remake a life.
Romance
Love stories with genuine stakes and memorable chemistry, set in past, present and imagined worlds.
Mystery
Hidden motives, buried evidence and investigators who refuse to stop until the truth comes to light.
Thrillers & horror
Stories of tightening suspense, mounting dread, dangerous secrets and darkness that lingers beyond the final page.
Fantasy & science fiction
Impossible worlds shaped by magic, myth, strange technologies and choices with world-changing consequences.
Buying from NovelSpell
Choose without the guesswork
The useful details, before you buy.
Can I read a sample first?
Yes. Open any book and select “Read chapter one”. Every sample is free, with no need to sign up or buy the book first.
Which edition should I choose?
Choose the eBook for DRM-free EPUB and PDF files. Choose the paperback for a physical copy printed after you order. Choose eBook + paperback if you’d like both. Every edition is a one-off purchase with no subscription.
How will I receive my books?
After payment, your eBook downloads are sent to the email address used at checkout. Lulu prints and sends paperbacks on demand, with the available delivery options and cost shown at checkout. The eBook + paperback edition includes both deliveries.
What does DRM-free mean?
Your eBook files aren’t locked to the NovelSpell shop or a single reading app. You can keep personal backups and read the EPUB or PDF using compatible apps and devices.
Which languages are available?
Every NovelSpell title is published in 21 languages. Use the language selector in the header to browse in yours.
Do I need an account?
No. You can make a one-off purchase through Shopify without creating a NovelSpell account or starting a subscription.
What if a book isn’t for me?
Every purchase comes with a 90-day satisfaction guarantee, starting when your order is delivered. If the book disappoints, even after you’ve downloaded or read it, contact reader support for a refund or replacement.
Is checkout secure?
Yes. Payment takes place through Shopify’s secure hosted checkout. Shopify and its payment partners handle your payment details; the NovelSpell storefront never receives them.