Isabel Ibanez Books
Secrets of the Nile Series
What the River Knows – 2023
In 1884 Egypt, Inez Olivera defies her guardians to investigate her parents’ suspicious deaths on an archaeological expedition. Disguised and using her father’s magical ring, she joins the dig, uncovers family secrets and Cleopatra’s lost tomb, and navigates danger, curses, and a tense romance with the enigmatic Whit in a thrilling historical fantasy mystery.
Where the Library Hides – 2024
Devastated by betrayal, Inez pursues the Chrysopoeia and Alexandria’s hidden library through Egypt’s perilous ruins. With Whit at her side, she battles dark magic, collapsing temples, and ruthless foes, facing heartbreaking choices about love, loyalty, and destiny in an emotional, action-packed conclusion to the duology.
Woven in Moonlight Series
Woven in Moonlight – 2020
Ximena, decoy for the exiled condesa, infiltrates usurper Atoc’s palace in a Bolivia-inspired world to steal a powerful relic and ignite rebellion. Wielding rare moonlight-weaving magic for spying and disguise, she braves court intrigue, revenge, and an unexpected romance in a vivid tale of resistance and identity.
Written in Starlight – 2021
Betrayed and exiled, condesa Catalina survives the deadly Yanu jungle with help from the presumed-dead Manuel. Seeking to reclaim her throne, she confronts ancient magic, harsh survival, and her own flaws while a slow-burn romance develops in a gripping story of redemption, resilience, and leadership.
Standalone Novels
Together We Burn – 2022
In a Spain-inspired world, flamenco dancer Zarela Zalvidar fights to save her family's failing dragon-fighting arena after her father's death. Teaming with the skilled but scarred dragon tamer Arturo, she battles sabotage, fiery beasts, and prejudice while a passionate romance ignites amid high-stakes performances and danger in this vibrant tale of resilience, legacy, and love.
Graceless Heart – 2026
In Renaissance Italy, sculptress Ravenna Maffei enters a deadly magical competition hosted by the immortal dei Luni family to win a boon and save her brother. Facing ruthless stakes, dark secrets, and the alluring yet merciless heir, she navigates forbidden magic, romance, and peril in Isabel Ibañez's lush adult debut fantasy romance.
Other/Contributions
Reclaim the Stars – 2022
An anthology of original Latin sci-fi and fantasy stories edited by Zoraida Córdova, with contributions including from Isabel Ibañez. It features diverse tales of magic, space, identity, and wonder, celebrating Latinx voices in speculative fiction through heartfelt, imaginative narratives that reclaim stars and futures.
The Storyteller's Workbook: An Inspirational, Interactive Guide to the Craft of Novel Writing – 2022
Co-authored with Adrienne Young, this interactive guide offers prompts, calendars, checklists, and advice to help writers craft novels from idea to completion. It inspires creativity, tracks progress, and provides practical tools for overcoming blocks in an engaging, hands-on companion for aspiring authors.