Description
Description
Fall in love with a secret town and its mysterious inhabitants in ten charming tales of human-cryptid romance. Welcome to Cryptid Creek, an invitation only a rare few receive! Stumble into this hidden place full of undiscovered creatures, from yetis to lake monsters, who will lure you into their cozy community. Stay for the hospitality, the enigmatic fantasy locale, and--most of all--the sense of belonging. Allow ten of your new neighbors to share their most intimate stories and heart-racing trysts, like:
- Lucy's coffee-shop meet-cute with Mothman
- Sloane's sweet skate-park romance with Fresno, a nightcrawler
- Sasquatch's butch/femme karaoke bar encounter with June
About the Author
About the Author
McKayla Coyle (they/them) is a lesbian writer from Alaska currently living in Washington. They're the author of Goblin Mode: How to Get Cozy, Embrace Imperfection, and Thrive in the Muck and the publishing coordinator for Literary Hub, and they hold an MFA in fiction from the New School. In their free time they read a lot of fantasy novels and make a lot of jam. Wendy Stephens is a spooky artist and illustrator living in the UK, whose digital art combines soft pastel colors with a gothic aesthetic.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
A LitHub Most Anticipated Book of 2026
"McKayla Coyle delivers a totally joyous collection of cryptid erotica. It's unapologetically horny, utterly charming, by turns hilarious and sweet..."--LitHub
"...quirky and bighearted... The inclusive vibe, gentle humor, and endearing cast of creatures will appeal to anyone seeking cozy monster romance."--Publishers Weekly
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Quirk Books
Pub date:
2026-05-05
Length:
192 pages

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