Est. 2026

Forbidden

Fiction

A destination for those who find comfort in the dark.

Our Story

The Store

Forbidden Fiction Bookshop is a woman-owned bookstore dedicated to romance. From cinnamon-roll main characters to the completely irredeemable ones, we carry it all. We strongly support indie writers and believe they deserve a space that’s dedicated to them and the readers eager to discover new authors.


Here at Forbidden Fiction bookshop we don’t shy away from the darkest titles in romance genre. This is a safe space for readers who love morally gray characters and stories that push boundaries.

The Owner

Hi, I’m Sami


My path wasn’t straight. I studied animation, worked in the service industry, and even tried corporate life before realizing I needed something more creative and hands-on.


That led me to become an esthetician, building a career in the beauty industry focused on helping women feel confident and cared for.


Romance found me at the right time, especially dark romance. The tension, the obsession, the emotional intensity. What started as escape became connection and community.


When I’m not at the shop, I’m home with my husband and our fur babies, Stella and Archer, usually with a dark romance in hand. I also continue to offer waxing and facial services within the same location.

Join Us

Upcoming Events

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Jennifer's Body Movie Night

Join us for an evening celebrating queer horror and feminine rage with a screening of Jennifer's Body. Revisit the cult classic that transformed from misunderstood teen horror into an icon beloved by horror fans and queer audiences alike.

6:30 PM

Thursday, June 25th, 2026

Tickets: $15 and includes:


🍿 Fresh popcorn

🥤 A drink of your choice

🩸 Admission to our screening of Jennifer's Body

Reserve Your Spot

Bookish Candle Making Night

Join Forbidden Fiction and Soul Scent for an evening of wax, wicks, and literary inspiration. Craft a bookish candle inspired by your favorite tropes, characters, or cozy reading moments, then take home a scent made entirely by you.

Reserve Your Spot

Admission includes all supplies, expert instruction, and one handcrafted candle to keep. Limited seats available.

Thursday, July 9th, 2026

Tickets: $45

Time: TBD

Indie Authors Spotlight

Krista Turner Clark

Krista Turner Clark writes dark, obsessive romance stories that explore the fine line between love and madness. Her characters are flawed, intense, and often morally grey. Check out more of her work below.

Kate Oliver

Kate Oliver is an International Bestselling Author known for her steamy Daddy Dom books. Since she picked up her first chapter book, Kate has aspired to be an author. Check out more of her work below.

Samantha Barrett

She delves into all that is dirty, dark, and delicious, with a passion for red flags, an obsession with anti-heroes, served with a side of twisted mind fuck!

Check out more of her work below.

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Hours

Sunday - Monday

11pm- 5pm

Tuesday - Thursday

11pm-6pm

Friday - Saturday

11pm-7pm

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528 S Coast HWY

Suite 204

Oceanside, CA 92054

Forbiddenfictionbookshop@gmail.com

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