Urban Fantasy Starter Guide 2026: Hidden Worlds, Consequences, and Where to Begin
If your 2026 reading goal is “find a new obsession,” urban fantasy is basically a cheat code. It gives you the modern world you recognize… and then reveals the hidden layer that was there the whole time.
This isn’t a massive listicle of 400 books. This is a starter guide—a quick map so you can find the kind of urban fantasy you’ll actually binge.
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This blog post serves as a starter guide for urban fantasy, explaining the genre, its core promise, and common tropes. It provides insights into the genre's appeal and offers tips on how to find the perfect entry point for new readers, especially those interested in hidden worlds and real consequences.
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