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Narrator
Maggie Bain
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Length
9 hours 36 minutes
Language
English
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“For lovers of Ledgends and Lattes, this cozy romance of forced proximity and one bed is the perfect thing for us! I loved this take on fantasy lore we all know and love. I very much hope there is a sequel with the other characters! ”
— Sam • The Book Rack
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“Such a cute, cozy fantasy! It had a great romance subplot but the worldbuilding was what kept me engaged from start to finish. The narrator was also excellent!”
— Laura • Fable Book Parlour
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“A great cozy fantasy listen! The romance is sweet and not spice. it's enemies to lovers, there's only one bed, when outcasts collide goodness. ”
— Syd • Ink Cap Books
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“Need something cozy, but with layers like an onion? This is the listen for you - complete with wonderful Scottish accents! Follow along in this heartwarming tale as Pansy the Halfling and Ren the Goblin go from foes to friendship...and maybe more???”
— Theresa • Booked
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“What I expected: A silly, fun, fantasy romance with cute tropes and tongue-in-cheek references. What I got: All the above, plus a flipping of established sword and sorcery tropes to explore how dogmatic traditionalism, generational trauma, and fear of "the other" stifle our ability to form connections both within our community and across communities. ”
— Billie • Third Place Books
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“This book is a fresh baked apple pie and a kiss on the forehead. A delightful romance between a halfling that never quite fit in and a goblin that would sacrifice everything for the people they love. A charming and cozy adventure through rivalry and into something so much sweeter.”
— Jericha • Northshire Bookstore
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“I went into this thinking I was going to read a cute romance, and it definitely is a cute romance, but it's so much more than that. It ultimately is about learning how to overcome prejudices and seeing people for how they truly are and that the "bad guys" are not always the obvious ones. ”
— Erica • The Book Room
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“This book will leave you with the happiest of warm bubbles in your heart. Cozy and utterly delightful. ”
— Cori • The Green Dragon Bookshop
Summary
From debut author Jessie Sylva comes the cozy tale of a halfling and a goblin who must learn to love each other despite their differences. How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days is brimming with warmth and popular romance tropes—perfect for fans of The Honey Witch and The Spellshop. ★ “Cozy, heartfelt, and deeply satisfying.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)What if cottagecore and goblincore fell in love? When a halfling, Pansy, and a goblin, Ren, each think they've inherited the same cottage, they make a bargain: they'll live in the house together and whoever is driven out first forfeits their ownership. Amidst forced proximity and cultural misunderstandings, the two begin to fall in love. But when the cottage—and their communities—are threatened by a common enemy, the duo must learn to trust each other, and convince goblins and halflings to band together to oust a tall intruder. “A wonderful and charming treasure of a book that will warm your heart!” ―Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop “An adorable story that will fulfill your cottagecore dreams.” ―M. Stevenson, author of Behooved “Cozy fantasy lovers will tuck into this lovely story and want to savor every last morsel.” ―J. Penner, author of A Fellowship of Bakers & MagicFeatured tropes: Enemies to lovers Forced proximity Grumpy sunshine Opposites attract There’s only one bed
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Audiobook details
Author:
Jessie Sylva
Narrator:
Maggie Bain
ISBN:
9781668655290
Length:
9 hours 36 minutes
Language:
English
Publisher:
Hachette Audio
Publication date:
January 20, 2026
Edition:
Unabridged
Libro.fm rank:
#540 Overall
Genre rank:
#140 in Romance
Reviews
"How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days is the cozy, cottagecore fantasy romance of my dreams. It's full of endearing characters and swoonworthy moments where opposites find common ground, acceptance, and love against all odds. Cozy fantasy lovers will adore this charming story."—Jenna Wolfhart, author of Forged by Magic "How To Lose A Goblin In Ten Days redefines “coziness” in the most romantic and charming manner. Jessie Sylva settles readers into a soothingly familiar world before gently and thoughtfully upending all expectations of it. An utterly lovely and unforgettable book – comforting as freshly-baked shortbread or the softest of moss– that I already want to read again!"—Sylvie Cathrall, author of A Letter to the Luminous Deep "Imagine a honey sweet enemies-to-lovers story set in a high fantasy world of hobbits, goblins and wizards. How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days is a charming tale that weaves delicious food descriptions, a burgeoning queer romance and cute animal sidekicks with the too often ignored wisdom that embracing differences makes for richer lives. Cozy fantasy lovers will tuck into this lovely story and want to savor every last morsel." —J. Penner, author of A Fellowship of Bakers & Magic “How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days is an adorable story that will fulfill your cottagecore dreams—and also carries a poignant message about acceptance, belonging, and community. This sweet, cozy tale is the perfect escape for anyone seeking comfort, warmth, and a dash of magic.”
—M. Stevenson, author of Behooved "An adorable delight! This wonderful and charming treasure of a book will warm your heart!" —Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop "Opposites attract when a halfling and a goblin vie for ownership of a forest cottage in Sylva’s utterly enchanting romantasy debut. Underneath the comforting focus on food, home, and fulfillment, Sylva layers in deeper, more complex themes of tradition, obligation, and duty. Pansy wants to challenge how her community perceives her, while Ren, willing to sacrifice almost everything for their clan, must learn to grasp happiness for themself. The result is cozy, heartfelt, and deeply satisfying."—Publishers Weekly (Starred review) Expand reviews
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