Nonfiction:
* The Witch in History: Early Modern Women and Their Accusers (1991): A seminal work that explores the history of witchcraft accusations and the social and cultural context of early modern witch hunts.
* The Troubled Heart: A Life of Thomas Hardy (1998): A biography of the renowned English writer, Thomas Hardy.
* The Haunted Book (2008): An exploration of the history of literature and the supernatural.
* The English Witch: The History of A Folklore Tradition (2009): An engaging and comprehensive overview of the history of witchcraft beliefs and practices in England.
* The Demon In The Mind: Witchcraft and Magic In Renaissance and Early Modern Europe (2019): A study of witchcraft and magic in early modern Europe, focusing on the role of the mind and imagination in shaping these beliefs.
* The Book of Strange Things: A History Of Curious Objects (2021): An exploration of the history of curious and strange objects, from the medieval period to the present day.
Fiction:
* The Hollow Moon (2014): A historical novel set in the English countryside during the 17th century, exploring themes of love, witchcraft, and the supernatural.
Diane Purkiss's work is characterized by her insightful analysis, engaging storytelling, and deep knowledge of history and folklore. She is a respected voice in the field of academic history and has also achieved popular success with her writing.