Witches of Keating Hollow Books in Order
About the Witches of Keating Hollow series
Series Premise
The stories center on members of the tight-knit Townsend family and their extended circle of witch friends in Keating Hollow, where magic is an everyday part of life—used for healing, baking, matchmaking, or protecting loved ones—while each installment focuses on a different witch finding love, overcoming personal challenges, and strengthening community ties amid gentle supernatural twists. The romances often involve second chances, unexpected attractions, single parents, or friends-to-lovers dynamics, with the town's welcoming magic amplifying emotional growth and happily-ever-afters.
The series is best enjoyed in publication order, as recurring characters (especially the Townsend sisters and their growing families) appear across books, with relationships evolving, new generations introduced, and subtle callbacks to past events adding warmth and continuity to the interconnected world. That said, each book functions as a standalone romance with its own complete love story, central couple, self-contained conflicts, and satisfying resolution, so readers can jump in at any point without confusion or missing major plot threads—the overarching community feel simply deepens with sequential reading.
Main Characters
The protagonists rotate with each book, typically centering on one of the Townsend sisters or close friends in the Keating Hollow circle, each with unique magical gifts and personal journeys.
- Townsend sisters — A core group of strong, relatable witches (like Abby, Noel, Yvette, and others) who anchor the series: independent women with talents ranging from healing and potion-making to intuition and earth magic, often dealing with past heartbreaks, single parenthood, or career dreams while finding love.
- Romantic interests — Charming, supportive heroes (local witches, newcomers, or longtime residents) who complement the heroines—whether brooding artists, steady craftsmen, protective shifters, or fellow witches—bringing humor, steadiness, and swoony chemistry to the partnerships.
Setting
The series is firmly rooted in the picturesque, fictional village of Keating Hollow in Northern California—a charming, magical small town nestled among redwoods, vineyards, and rolling hills, where witches openly use their powers in daily life. The town features cozy cottages, a bustling town square with shops selling enchanted goods, a beloved bakery known for spell-infused treats, family homes filled with laughter, and scenic spots like nearby forests or vineyards that provide romantic backdrops. The setting feels alive and welcoming, with seasonal festivals, community events, and the subtle hum of magic in the air creating a perfect haven where love and spells flourish side by side.
Tone & Themes
The tone is light, joyful, and comforting—full of witty banter, sweet romantic tension, gentle humor from magical mishaps, and plenty of cozy, feel-good moments that make every story a warm hug wrapped in a paranormal bow. Chase keeps things upbeat and optimistic, with low-stakes stakes that focus on emotional healing rather than dark threats, creating an escapist escape full of positivity.
Themes revolve around the power of family (both biological and chosen), second chances at love and life, embracing one's true self and magical abilities, the healing magic of friendship and community, forgiveness (of self and others), and the idea that love and support can overcome any obstacle. Friendship, sisterhood, parenthood, and the balance between personal independence and deep connections recur as heartfelt anchors.
In the end, Deanna Chase's Witches of Keating Hollow series is pure magical comfort food—delightful paranormal romances that wrap you in the warmth of small-town witch life, the joy of found family, and the thrill of love that feels destined yet hard-won. These books remind us that magic isn't just spells—it's the everyday miracles of friendship, forgiveness, and opening your heart again. If you're craving cozy, uplifting stories with witches who bake, banter, and fall deeply in love amid redwoods and cupcakes, this series is an enchanting escape—settle into Keating Hollow, grab a enchanted treat, and let the magic carry you away to a place where love always wins.
FAQ
21 books total: 18 main + 3 extra stories
The next book in the Witches of Keating Hollow series, Charm of the Witch, will be published in Aug-2026.
Spell of the Witch was published in May 2026.
The first book in the series is Soul of the Witch, published in March 2018.
The series primarily falls into the Contemporary Romance genre.
The stories center on members of the tight-knit Townsend family and their extended circle of witch friends in Keating Hollow, where magic is an everyday part of life—used for healing, baking, matchmaking, or protecting loved ones—while each installment focuses on a different witch finding love, overcoming personal challenges, and strengthening community ties amid gentle supernatural twists. The romances often involve second chances, unexpected attractions, single parents, or friends-to-lovers dynamics, with the town's welcoming magic amplifying emotional growth and happily-ever-afters. The series is best enjoyed in publication order, as recurring characters (especially the Townsend sisters and their growing families) appear across books, with relationships evolving, new generations introduced, and subtle callbacks to past events adding warmth and continuity to the interconnected world. That said, each book functions as a standalone romance with its own complete love story, central couple, self-contained conflicts, and satisfying resolution, so readers can jump in at any point without confusion or missing major plot threads—the overarching community feel simply deepens with sequential reading.
The series is ongoing, with the next book currently scheduled.