I adore unreliable narrators who might be psychic… or might just be insane. 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a classic of psychological horror where the protagonist's descent is tied to her 'rest cure'. Is she sensing something supernatural in the wallpaper, or is it a hallucination born of confinement? That ambiguity is the heart of its terror. It's a foundational feminist text and a masterclass in creeping mental unraveling.
I need to give a shout-out to the 'Psy-Changeling' series by Nalini Singh. It's a paranormal romance/urban fantasy blend set in a world where Psy are a race of humans with cold, logical mental abilities—telepathy, telekinesis, foresight. The series explores the societal cost of suppressing emotion to wield these powers safely. It's less about fighting monsters and more about the psychological and political systems built around psychic power. Really compelling world-building.
I'm always looking for books where the psychic ability is the mystery itself. 'The Echo Wife' by Sarah Gailey isn't psychic, but it's about cloning and the haunting question of shared consciousness and memory. That existential dread of 'where does the mind reside?' is very adjacent. For pure psychic mystery, try 'The Broken Girls' by Simone St. James—it involves a haunting with a telepathic element that bridges past and present to solve a murder.
Check out 'The Golem and the Jinni' by Helene Wecker. While not about psychics per se, the Golem has an empathic link to human desires, which drives her actions and creates constant internal conflict. The Jinni's nature involves influencing human minds. Their supernatural natures are explored through their consciousness and how they perceive and interact with human thought and emotion. It's a subtle, beautiful take on non-human mental experiences.
Consider the power of suggestion and hypnosis as a psychic-adjacent ability. 'The Invention of Morel' by Adolfo Bioy Casares is a weird, philosophical novella about a fugitive on an island who falls in love with a woman who may be a hallucination or a recording created by a strange machine. It's about the psychic reality created by technology and obsession. It's trippy and brilliant.
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Ellie Scott
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Jenna is perceived by the outside world as a sexy, spoiled woman who has gotten whatever she wanted. She was the only child of her Alpha parents and they wanted nothing more than for Jenna to settle down and become Luna to the Black Crescent Pack. What few people realised was Jenna is a kind-hearted woman who has healing powers. She does a lot of charity work outside of her circle and wants to be a doctor for humans and werewolves. Few really know Jenna, including her fated mate.
When they meet, Adam instantly hates all that he thinks she is. But he does need a Luna to solidify his spot as Alpha for the Red Pine Pack. Jenna and Adam decide on a short-lived truce to help each other get what they want. Little do they know Jenna’s healing powers make her a target for an underworld waiting to capture her to use her talents.
Will their growing attraction to one another save Jenna? Is a rejection in their future? Only time will tell in Healing Powers.
Tiffany Wren can hear thoughts.
Every lie. Every fear. Every ugly secret people try to hide.
Her ability has made her the police department’s secret weapon, a detective capable of pulling confessions straight from a killer’s mind.
But her newest assignment may finally destroy her.
Undercover as a wealthy socialite, Tiffany is sent to infiltrate the empire of a notorious mafia king known as Scars, a man so powerful that witnesses disappear and entire cases vanish overnight.
To survive the operation, she is partnered with Detective Lucas Hale, one of the department’s best investigators and the one person least impressed by her reputation.
But the deeper they fall into the dangerous world surrounding Scars, the harder it becomes to ignore the tension building between them. Especially when Tiffany finds herself drawn to a man whose thoughts she cannot hear at all.
Forget everything paranormal romance taught you about playing it safe. The vampires here don't sparkle and the werewolves don't apologize for their nature, here the demons are surprisingly good at negotiation.
Freaky After Dark is a collection of steamy paranormal stories where supernatural creatures get to be exactly what they are; powerful, possessive, and irresistibly magnetic.
These aren't just about pretty faces with fangs. Every creature has their own nature, their own needs, their own way of loving that's deliciously different from anything human.
From vampires whose bites promise pleasure to werewolves who claim their mates under the full moon and demons who seduce with words as much as touch, Nagas who wrap around you, Dragons whose warmth becomes addictive. And yes, a few beings with creative anatomy.
There's an actual story here with conflict, emotion and characters who probably want more than just a quick hook-up. But when desire takes over, these creatures don't hold back, they are intense, devoted, and they know exactly how to make you forget your own name.
Expect claiming marks, protective possession, fated mates, size differences, primal need, reverse harem and pleasures that borders on overwhelming, and supernatural stamina that doesn't quit.
️Not for you if: you prefer things slow and gentle, or if the idea of non-human lovers doesn't appeal.
Perfect for you if: you've always wondered what it would be like to be wanted by something powerful, to be claimed by someone who'll never let go, to find out if monsters really are better in bed.
Are you ready to find out what you've been missing?
Beginning 07/2023 book will be updated weekly, sorry for the break, personal issues... Veronica has always just stepped through the walk of life. Hating her gift as an empath, she has spent her life suppressing or avoiding it. She was never the prettiest or the most smartest, just average. Being to aware was her curse. Years as an occult studies research analyst, Roni has dreamed for the day the supernatural vail would fall. When it did, her family's world was upside down. Divorce, a mate, turning into a wolf... Will Roni crack under pressure? Or will she rise to the occasion? Can the wolf and the vampire keep from each other? How will she react when she finally learns the truth of where she comes from?
What would you do if you were different from other humans? What if you can hear other people's minds? For Khali, this was a curse... until her brother died. To uncover the cause of his death and punish the culprits, she needs to use her curse and find out the truth.
When paranormal romance writer Theia discovers that everything she has written is true and the supernatural world is real her life is changed forever. And the very handsome Alpha werewolf Dominic, that is the subject of her latest book, is real and she is his fated mate. And they both know that Dominic couldn't possibly have a human as his Luna, especially not one as weak as Theia, who is also suffering from a debilitating illness.
But Dominic's resolve to leave Theia alone is tested when Theia's very gift of foresight proves to be a curse, as others seek to use her power for their own gain and puts Theia in mortal danger as she becomes hunted.
Will love and fate be enough for the couple? Or will the gift that brought them together be the one that keeps them apart?
And will the same gift protect Theia from the danger that awaits her? Or can she use it to save herself and the people she loves?
For a cozy, lower-stakes take with psychic elements, try 'The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches' by Sangu Mandanna. The protagonist is a witch, but her magic is about feeling and channeling emotions, which operates on a psychic wavelength.
The 'mind control' aspect is minimal, but the book beautifully explores the intimacy and burden of being emotionally attuned to those around you. It's a warm, funny book about finding your family, and the psychic element is used to enhance connection rather than conflict.
I'm picky about psychic-centric stuff because a lot of it just feels like recycled telepathy or convenient plot glue. The 'Odd Thomas' series by Dean Koontz, read by David Aaron Baker, got me though. Odd's whole deal is seeing the dead, and it's not a power fantasy; it's a burden that isolates him. The narration captures that melancholy so well, the quiet dread of someone who can't escape the unseen world. You feel the weight of his gift, not just the cool factor.
Then there's 'The Girl Who Could Move Sh with Her Mind' by Sara Gallace. Terrible title, fantastic audiobook. The protagonist's telekinesis is messy, unreliable, and tied directly to her anxiety. It's not sleek; things break, she gets headaches, the performance is full of these frustrated, strained moments. It's a more grounded, almost neurodivergent-coded take on a classic ability that I found way more compelling than someone calmly levitating a spoon.
For something completely different in tone, 'The Raven Boys' series has a psychic family, but the most fascinating element is Blue, the non-psychic amplifier. Listening to it, you're constantly aware of the psychic energy humming around her, described through sound and atmosphere by the narrator. It's less about flashy displays and more about the subtle, pervasive presence of those abilities in a world that feels mythically charged.
Ever since I stumbled upon 'Spell For Psychic Abilities,' I couldn’t help but marvel at how it zeroes in on elevated mind powers like telepathy and precognition. It’s not just about flashy magic tricks—this book dives deep into the philosophy of unlocking latent potential. The author frames psychic abilities as extensions of heightened awareness, almost like tuning into a frequency most people ignore. There’s a whole section on meditation techniques that blur the line between spirituality and supernatural skill, which honestly made me rethink how I approach mindfulness.
What’s fascinating is the emphasis on mental discipline over raw power. The spells aren’t about waving wands; they’re structured like cognitive exercises, building focus like a muscle. I tried their 'Third Eye Activation' ritual for a week and noticed subtle shifts—suddenly remembering dreams in vivid detail, catching myself anticipating phone calls. Whether you believe in psi phenomena or not, the book’s approach to mental expansion is downright thrilling.
The 'Mindspace Investigations' series by Alex Hughes is a sci-fi/psychic blend. The protagonist is a recovering drug addict who is also a powerful telepath in a near-future Atlanta where telepathy is illegal and regulated. He works as a consultant for the police, using his abilities to interrogate suspects and navigate crime scenes on a mental level.
The investigations are fascinating because his power is both a tool and a liability, constantly tempting him and putting him at odds with the law he helps. The city is a tech-heavy, gritty backdrop where psychic crimes are the new frontier. The series focuses heavily on the protagonist's internal struggles and the ethical minefield of his abilities, making each case a personal battle as much as a professional one.