Step into the enchanting world of Katy Regnery’s Modern Fairytale series, where classic fairy tales are reborn as steamy, heartfelt contemporary romances! This bestselling collection reimagines beloved stories like Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid, weaving timeless themes of love, redemption, and second chances into modern settings. With evocative storytelling and compelling characters, Regnery proves fairy tales still cast a spell on readers today.
Whether you’re a romance enthusiast or a fairy tale lover, this series offers a delightful escape into stories that balance sweet nostalgia with grown-up passion. Ready to fall in love with a modern happily-ever-after?
How Modern Fairytale Began
Katy Regnery, a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, launched the Modern Fairytale series in 2014 with The Vixen and the Vet, a Beauty and the Beast retelling. Inspired by her lifelong love of romance and fairy tales, Regnery crafted this series to blend classic narratives with real-world challenges. Each novel is a standalone fundraiser, with portions of proceeds supporting causes like veterans and women’s education, adding heart to her creative vision. Her goal? To deliver steamy, emotional stories that resonate with modern readers while honoring the magic of fairy tales.
The Heart of Modern Fairytale
The series spans nine books, each reimagining a classic fairy tale. The Vixen and the Vet follows Savannah Carmichael, a disgraced journalist, as she connects with a reclusive, scarred war veteran, echoing Beauty and the Beast’s themes of inner beauty. Never Let You Go, a Hansel and Gretel retelling, traces foster siblings Griselda and Holden, whose traumatic past tests their bond in a gritty, emotional journey. Ginger’s Heart, inspired by Little Red Riding Hood, explores a love triangle filled with childhood friendship and adult longing. Don’t Speak, a Little Mermaid adaptation, captures forbidden love and second chances as Laire navigates social barriers in a small fishing town.
Regnery’s stories shine through their rich themes: healing from trauma, embracing vulnerability, and finding love against the odds. Set in diverse locales like Virginia, North Carolina, and Ireland, the books blend small-town charm with intense emotional stakes. Her lyrical prose and steamy romance—often with a touch of angst—create a style that’s both nostalgic and fresh, appealing to fans of fairy tales and contemporary romance alike.
Why Modern Fairytale Resonates
The Modern Fairytale series has captivated readers with its ability to make fairy tales feel relevant today. Fans praise Regnery’s knack for crafting flawed, relatable characters who overcome real-world struggles, from war injuries to heartbreak. The series’ emotional depth and charitable mission have earned it a loyal following, with The Vixen and the Vet nominated for a RITA Award in 2015. By tackling issues like abuse, disability, and social prejudice, Regnery’s stories offer hope and empowerment, proving love can triumph in any era.
With over 1.8 million books sold worldwide, Regnery’s series has left a mark on the romance genre, inspiring readers to see fairy tales through a modern lens. Its blend of nostalgia and bold storytelling ensures its place in readers’ hearts for years to come.
- First Book: The Vixen and the Vet (2014)
- Total Books: 9
- Notable Award: RITA Award nominee (2015) for The Vixen and the Vet
- Charitable Impact: Supports causes like Operation Mend and P.E.O. International
Grab The Vixen and the Vet and dive into the Modern Fairytale series’ world of romance and redemption today!