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Erotica Books

Dive into the spicier end of fiction with erotica books. From classics of the genre like Fifty Shades of Grey to the latest releases with more diversity than ever, erotic fiction turns up the heat with desire, passion, and sexy scenes that will keep you flipping the pages.

Best-selling Erotica titles

Swallowing Darkness Swallowing Darkness

Laurell K Hamilton, Claudia Black, PhD (Read by)
Buy from $9.40

The Laughter of Dead Kings The Laughter of Dead Kings

Elizabeth Peters, Barbara Rosenblat (Read by)
Buy from $13.63

Prize of Gor Prize of Gor

John Norman, Tabitha Marley (Read by)
Buy from $17.36

365 Days 365 Days

Blanka Lipinska, Maya Starling (Read by)
Buy from $32.10

Dirty Pleasures Dirty Pleasures

Meghan March, Elena Wolfe (Read by)
Buy from $19.95

Wicked Truths Wicked Truths

Jodi Ellen Malpas, Kristin Atherton (Read by)
Buy from $33.25

Tropic of Cancer Tropic of Cancer

Henry Miller, Campbell Scott (Read by)
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Slave Girl of Gor Slave Girl of Gor

John Norman, Joy Learner (Read by)
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Long Road Home Long Road Home

Maya Banks, Rebecca Estrella (Read by)
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Vagabonds of Gor Vagabonds of Gor

John Norman, Ralph Lister (Read by)
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Lord of Scoundrels Lord of Scoundrels

Loretta Chase, Kate Reading (Read by)
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Justice Justice

Laurann Dohner, Vanessa Chambers (Read by)
Buy from $30.87

Grey: Fifty Shades of Grey as Told by Christian Grey: Fifty Shades of Grey as...

E L James, Zachary Webber (Read by)
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The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty The Claiming of Sleeping...

Professor Anne Rice, A N Roquelaure
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Beauty's Kingdom Beauty's Kingdom

A N Roquelaure, Professor Anne Rice
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Slade Slade

Laurann Dohner, Vanessa Chambers (Read by)
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Carrie's Story: An Erotic S/M Novel Carrie's Story: An Erotic S/M...

Molly Weatherfield, Shana Savage (Read by)
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Story of O Story of O

Pauline Reage, Käthe Mazur (Narrator)
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True True

Laurann Dohner, Vanessa Chambers (Read by)
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Reflected in You Reflected in You

Sylvia Day, Jill Redfield (Read by)
Buy from $17.99

Dirty Billionaire Trilogy: Dirty Billionaire, Dirty Pleasures, and Dirty Together Dirty Billionaire Trilogy:...

Meghan March, Elena Wolfe (Read by)
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Reflected in You Reflected in You

Sylvia Day, Jill Redfield (Read by)
Buy from $14.60

Damage Damage

Josephine Hart
Buy from $68.92

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FAQs

Erotica focuses on sexual themes and storytelling, all written to arouse the reader. Erotic literature focuses on the sexual relationship between the characters as opposed to the actual romance. In erotic books, the bulk of the content contains sexual scenes between the characters, while the plot or character development outside of their sexual relationship is limited. Additionally, erotic novels may or may not have a happily ever after, whereas that's always guaranteed in romance or fantasy romance books.

Yes. There is a difference between erotica and erotic romance. Erotica focuses primarily on sexual content and personal journeys of the characters. In comparison, erotic romance includes similar elements but emphasizes the development of a romantic relationship like traditional romance books, which ultimately leads to more than one happy ending.

Some common subgenres within the erotica category are:

  • BDSM: This subgenre brings in bondage, discipline, dominance and submission, and sadism with a masochistic cherry on top.
  • Historical erotica: Historical erotica takes the reader back in time. This can be anything from Regency erotica or Highlander-themed stories.
  • LGBTQ+ erotica: LGBTQ+ erotica features queer couples and relationship dynamics.
  • Paranormal erotica: Incorporates fantasy and supernatural elements, like ghosts, monsters, and more.
  • Erotic Horror: This subgenre blends erotica elements with horror. This isn't for everyone, but horror lovers who like their books steamy will appreciate it.

Finding the right erotica books for you doesn't have to be a difficult task. It can be as simple as looking for books with themes you already enjoy, and then finding a sub-genre of erotica that corresponds. But know that you aren't alone in your search.

We make it easy to find exactly what you are looking for. We've categorized our erotic literature selection by the most popular subgenres, from lesbian to historical. Use our sidebar to sort through our selection quickly.

With our vast selection of erotic fiction, you'll have an easy time finding sensual reads you won't be able to put down, no matter where your tastes lie.

Trying to find new erotic authors and titles? Let us help you. With Alibris, searching is easy. Use the filter on the left sidebar of our page, and let your next book choose you. Not only can you find new erotic authors and titles, but you can even go straight to bestsellers, which can help you find some of the most popular erotica authors. Usually, they're best sellers for a good reason.

Want to find the most recent erotica novels and modern takes on the genre? Make sure to check out the new releases.

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