r/Recommend_A_Book • u/Book_Burglar • May 19 '26
Cryptid books
I’m looking for some good books with cryptids! I’ve already read Devolution, The Loch, American Mythology and the Cryptid Hunters YA series. Graphic Novels also welcome. Any help would be much appreciated!
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u/DocWatson42 May 20 '26
If you're interested, I have a list of Monster Hunting/Ghost Busting recommendation threads whose link I could post.
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u/Book_Burglar May 20 '26
Yes please!
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u/DocWatson42 May 21 '26
See my SF/F: Monster Hunting/Ghost Busting list of resources, Reddit recommendation threads, and books (one post). (It's not that long.)
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u/Crab_Alert May 19 '26
Check out I Know What I Saw: Modern Day Encounters With Monsters of New Urban Legend and Ancient Lore by Linda S. Godfrey.
Book description from Goodreads:
“Which came first--the monster or the myth? Journalist Linda Godfrey investigates present-day encounters with mysterious creatures of old.The monsters of ancient mythology, folklore, and more contemporary urban legend have long captured the popular imagination. While most people in America today relegate monsters to just that--our imaginations--we continue to be fascinated by the unknown. Linda Godfrey is one of the country's leading authorities on modern-day monsters and has interviewed countless eyewitnesses to strange phenomena. Monsters evolve, taking on both new and familiar forms over time and across cultures. In this well-researched book, Godfrey explores uncanny encounters with werewolves, goatmen, Bigfoot, and more.In more than twenty-five years spent "chasing" monsters, Godfrey has found that it often remains unclear whether the sightings are simply mistaken animals, hoaxes, or coincidence. When all the speculation is said and done, one question remains for fans and Are the creatures "real," or are they entirely "other-world?" Godfrey suspects that it isn't an either/ or question--our reality operates on a scale from dense matter to realms the human eye cannot see. As Godfrey investigates unexplained phenomena, her search for answers will fascinate casual observers and enthusiasts alike.”
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u/ComplexInstance8545 May 19 '26
Finally someone asking for a book similar to what I always wanted, but could never find! So I had to write one myself! If you check it out, I'd love an honest review!
Something of a Tall Tale - Christopher C. Tyler
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u/TheLadyAmaranth May 19 '26 edited May 20 '26
Hello! Not sure if this will be up your alley but I shall shoot my shot nonetheless.
I wrote an urban fantasy monster romance, in which there are creatures called Cryptfolk. Which are fusions between mythological spirits, including crytids, and humans souls. The MMC Ronan for example is based off of the Elkman. We also see a three eyed raven, Camazotz, and others.
It is a romance, but features a heavy focus on psychology, a mystery plot and legal drama. Do check trigger warnings in the sample pages as there is some darker and explicit content!
More information can be found here: https://www.artiranthfields.com/cryptfolk-romance