The Recommended Reading Path
For readers looking to dive into April Asher's delightful supernatural world, the absolute best starting point is her debut paranormal novel, Not the Witch You Wed. This book kicks off the Supernatural Singles series and establishes the magic rules, secret societies, and urban fantasy setting of her version of New York City.
We recommend following the series in publication order, as the events of each book build upon the lives of the Maxwell triplets. Here is the recommended path for her primary work:
- Not the Witch You Wed (2022) - Focuses on Violet Maxwell and Lincoln Thorne.
- Not Your Ex's Hexes (2023) - Focuses on Rose Maxwell and Damian Adams.
- Not Your Crush's Cauldron (2024) - Focuses on Olive Maxwell and Baxter Donovan.
After completing the main trilogy, you can transition into her standalone paranormal novels, which feature brand-new characters and settings: A Simple Twist of Fate (2025) and The Cupid Dilemma (2026). If you enjoy her writing style but want to trade magic for military action, you can also explore the romantic suspense novels she publishes under her real name, April Hunt.
Supernatural Singles Series Breakdown
The Supernatural Singles trilogy follows three witch sisters, the Maxwell triplets, as they navigate careers, dating, and family expectations in a contemporary New York City where magical creatures coexist with humans.
Not the Witch You Wed (2022)
The series begins with Violet Maxwell, a witch who has spent her life without active magical powers. To appease her family and avoid a forced matchmaking ritual, Violet enters a fake-dating arrangement with Lincoln Thorne, a high-ranking alpha wolf shifter. Lincoln is her former flame, adding a layer of second-chance romance to the classic fake-relationship trope. As the two pretend to be in love to satisfy the supernatural council, genuine feelings reignite. The book introduces readers to the politics of the supernatural world, the bond between the triplets, and the lighthearted, spicy tone that defines Asher's paranormal romance.
Not Your Ex's Hexes (2023)
The second installment shifts the spotlight to Rose Maxwell. Unlike her sister Violet, Rose is a powerful witch who serves as the family's representative on the Supernatural Council. However, after a magical mishap, she is sentenced to community service at a local wildlife sanctuary. There, she crosses paths with Damian Adams, a half-demon veterinarian who has sworn off serious relationships. What starts as a casual, friends-with-benefits agreement to pass the time quickly becomes complicated by magical disturbances, past emotional baggage, and undeniable chemistry. This entry is highly praised for its humor and emotional depth.
Not Your Crush's Cauldron (2024)
The final book in the triplets' arc centers on Olive Maxwell, the most reserved and cautious of the three sisters. Olive has long harbored a crush on Baxter Donovan, a guardian angel who works to keep the peace between supernaturals. When Olive gets in over her head with a chaotic magical artifact, Baxter steps in to protect her. Forced to work closely together, the two must confront their mutual attraction while dealing with angelic bureaucracy and magical mishaps. This novel wraps up the triplets' main story arcs while giving fans satisfying closure on the family dynamics.
Standalone Paranormal Rom-Coms
Following the completion of her trilogy, April Asher expanded her magical bibliography with standalone romances that require no prior reading.
A Simple Twist of Fate (2025)
This standalone novel shifts the setting from New York City to Fates Haven, a cozy and magical small town. The story follows Harlow "Harry" Pierce, a witch who returns to her hometown to help her goddaughter navigate emerging magical abilities. While there, she is forced to interact with Jaxon Atwood, her former boyfriend who also happens to be the Alpha of the local shifter pack. It combines small-town romance elements with second-chance romance tropes and shifter lore.
The Cupid Dilemma (2026)
Published in May 2026, this book introduces Greek mythology elements into Asher's paranormal romance repertoire. The story stars Adalyn Whitlock, a demigoddess wedding planner who is the daughter of Aphrodite. Adalyn finds herself in a bind and agrees to a public fake-dating scheme with Nix Cross, a human rockstar. The novel plays with the "fauxmance" trope, showing how the daughter of the goddess of love struggles with her own romantic feelings when real emotions begin to blur the lines of their agreement.
Writing as April Hunt: Romantic Suspense
For readers who appreciate April Asher's character work and pacing but want a grounded, action-packed story, the author's romantic suspense novels written under the pen name April Hunt are highly recommended. These books feature no magical elements, focusing instead on military romance, bodyguards, and high-stakes danger.
Alpha Security Series
- Heated Pursuit (2016)
- Holding Fire (2017)
- Hard Justice (2017)
Steele Ops Series
- Deadly Obsession (2019)
- Lethal Redemption (2019)
- Fatal Deception (2020)
What to Know Before You Start
April Asher's paranormal romance is characterized by a balance of humor, modern tropes, and magical world-building. Here are a few things to keep in mind before starting:
- Standalone Viability: While the Supernatural Singles books follow a chronological order regarding the Maxwell triplets' lives, each book features a self-contained romance with a satisfying conclusion. You can read them out of order, but reading them in sequence will enhance your understanding of the family dynamics and background plots.
- Tone and Spice: The novels are lighthearted romantic comedies with significant paranormal elements. They feature explicit romantic scenes ("spicy") combined with quick-witted banter and emotional vulnerabilities.
- Alter Ego: Remember that the April Hunt books are entirely non-paranormal. If you are looking for magic, witches, or shifters, stick strictly to the books published under the name April Asher.