In Jill Myles’ urban fantasy novel Succubi Like It Hot, the protagonist Jackie Brighton navigates her new life as a succubus caught between the affections of a vampire and a fallen angel. The story follows Jackie and her friend Remy on a chaotic road trip to New Orleans to seek a cure for a supernatural curse that is causing Jackie’s powers and sexual hunger to spiral out of control. Along the way, they encounter demons, warlocks, and voodoo priestesses while Jackie accidentally traps the souls of several men in her own subconscious. The narrative blends erotic romance with high-stakes adventure as Jackie learns to master her abilities and negotiate dangerous deals with immortal beings. Ultimately, the text explores themes of autonomy, trust, and the complexities of supernatural politics within a modern setting.

Set in the Great Depression, this narrative follows Mildred Pierce, a resilient mother who navigates a difficult separation from her husband, Bert, while striving for financial independence in Glendale, California. Starting as a waitress, Mildred eventually builds a successful restaurant empire, driven by an intense, obsessive desire to provide for her social-climbing and ungrateful daughter, Veda. The story explores the complexities of class ambition and familial betrayal, particularly as Mildred enters a volatile relationship with the aristocratic but penniless Monty Beragon. Despite her professional triumphs, Mildred’s world is shattered by the death of her younger daughter and Veda’s calculated cruelty. Ultimately, the text illustrates a tragic cycle of motherly sacrifice and the harsh realities of the American Dream. Through shifting fortunes and personal scandals, Mildred is forced to confront the toxic nature of her devotion to a daughter who consistently exploits her.

In this children's story, a young kindergartner named Junie B. Jones becomes convinced that a monster lives under her bed after a classmate shares frightening rumors. Her anxiety grows when she discovers drool on her pillow, leading her to attempt various humorous solutions like vacuuming her room and trying to sleep in her brother's crib. Despite her parents' insistence that monsters are not real, she remains terrified until she receives her unflattering school pictures. Realizing how "scary" she looks in the photos, she strategically places the unpleasant portraits under her furniture to frighten the creature away. This creative plan finally provides her with peace of mind and helps her overcome her nighttime fears. The book concludes by highlighting that even common occurrences like drooling during sleep are perfectly normal for everyone.