There exists, one might say, a certain species of reader whose heart beats faster not merely for magic, nor solely for romance, but for that delicious marriage of the two which we have come to call romantasy. And if you, dear reader, find yourself among this particular breed—well then! You have arrived at precisely the right moment, for the year 2026 promises such treasures as to make even the most well-stocked library jealous.
Let us embark together upon a grand tour of the finest romantic fantasies awaiting your eager hands.
The Ballad of Falling Dragons by Sarah A. Parker
Release: May 19, 2026
If you have not yet made the acquaintance of Raeve and Kaan from When the Moon Hatched, I must insist you do so at once—for their story continues with all the fervor of a storm gathering over distant mountains.
In this much-anticipated sequel, Sarah A. Parker weaves a tale of identity, vengeance, and love that blazes through the ages. Raeve must reckon with her forgotten past as the presumed deceased royal Elluin Neván, whilst navigating the tempestuous waters of her affection for Kaan Vaegor, the Burn’s warrior king. With dragon riders and scorching secrets aplenty, this is the sort of book that makes one forget entirely about supper.
The Wolf and the Crown of Blood by Elizabeth May
Release: January 27, 2026
Here is a tale dark as midnight and sweet as forbidden honey—perfect for those who enjoy their romance with a generous helping of gothic splendor.
Elizabeth May introduces us to Princess Bryony Devaliant, a young woman born to die again and again, her royal blood the currency of an uneasy peace with the gods. Enter the Wolf, an immortal assassin sent to restore order, who discovers that some targets are impossible to destroy. Inspired by Beauty and the Beast and the myth of Eros and Psyche, this is enemies-to-lovers at its most delicious and dangerous.
Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett
Release: February 17, 2026
For those who prefer their magic served with a warm cup of tea and perhaps a purring companion, Heather Fawcett delivers what your heart desires.
In an enchanted version of 1920s Montréal, the meticulously organized Agnes Aubert runs a cat rescue with admirable determination. When her shelter requires saving, she must turn to the grouchy yet inexplicably charming Havelock—a magician of some infamy who nearly ended the world and now runs an illegal magic shop from his basement. It is the sort of gentle slow-burn romance that wraps around you like a favorite blanket.
Daggerbound by T. Kingfisher
Release: August 25, 2026
At last! The sequel to Swordheart arrives, bringing with it all the wit and warmth for which T. Kingfisher has become so justly beloved.
Four hundred years ago, the Dervish was trapped inside an enchanted blade, cursed to immortal servitude. He has hated every wielder who has drawn him forth—until Learned Edmund, a disillusioned scholar so sweet and clever and kind that even the most furious of immortal warriors finds his defenses crumbling. This queer romance sparkles with humor and heart, proving that love can find us even in the most unexpected prisons.
A Vow in Vengeance by Jaclyn Rodriguez
Release: January 13, 2026
Jaclyn Rodriguez arrives upon the romantasy scene with considerable fanfare, and deservedly so!
Rune Ryker has lost everything to the Immortals—family, home, freedom. Rather than accept her fate, she orchestrates her own selection into the Immortal Realms, determined to find her family and destroy anyone foolish enough to stand in her way. At the Forge, a cutthroat college for tarot magic, her rare abilities draw the attention of the arrogant Prince Draven. Their growing attraction may just spark the war everyone fears.
Fury Bound by Sable Sorensen
Release: May 5, 2026
The wolves return! Following the globally bestselling Dire Bound, this sequel promises action, jaw-dropping revelations, and romance most dire.
Meryn Cooper has inherited a crown she never expected and a deadly war that threatens to splinter the Kingdom of Nocturna. As she navigates the dangerous game of politics with her bonded direwolf Anassa, she discovers that the one person she can trust is Stark Therion—the dark, dangerous Alpha she thought hated her. Yet his loyalty proves unshakeable, even as danger circles ever closer.
The Wings That Bind by Briar Boleyn
Release: March 10, 2026
Dragons and vampires and fae, oh my! The Bloodwing Academy series continues with its third breathlessly romantic installment.
With a second dragon awakened and her heart betrayed once more by Blake, our heroine faces a year of unprecedented chaos. A new headmaster arrives with secrets of his own, and the academy descends into turmoil. This dark fantasy romance delivers enemies-to-lovers tension with considerable spice—just what the dedicated romantasy reader craves.
Graceless Heart by Isabel Ibañez
Release: January 13, 2026
Isabel Ibañez makes her adult debut with this sumptuous historical romantasy set in Renaissance Florence, where beauty and danger dance an eternal waltz.
Sculptress Ravenna Maffei harbors a terrible secret: a dark power in a city where magic is forbidden. Captured by the fearsome dei Luni family, she must complete a dangerous task or face certain death at the hands of the mesmerizing but merciless Saturnino. In a Florence populated with witches, vampires, and fae, this slow-burn enemies-to-lovers tale unfolds amid the shadows of the Pazzi conspiracy.
We Who Have No Gods by Liza Anderson
Release: January 27, 2026
Dark academia meets gothic fantasy in this explosive debut that will satisfy readers hungry for mystery, magic, and impossible choices.
Vic Wood’s carefully constructed life crumbles when her brother reveals their missing mother belonged to the Acheron Order—a secret society of witches who keep the dead at bay. Determined to protect Henry, Vic accompanies him to the eerie Avalon Castle despite lacking powers of her own. There she encounters Xan, the ruthless head Sentinel who wants her gone—yet whose presence affects her in ways she cannot explain.
The Book of Blood and Roses by Annie Summerlee
Release: January 13, 2026
A vampire hunter. A beautiful vampire heir. A bond neither of them wanted—or did they?
In the misty Scottish Highlands, Rebecca Charity goes undercover at a university where vampires and humans coexist, searching for a lost compendium of vampire-killing secrets. She encounters Aliz Astra, heir to a powerful vampire family and devastatingly beautiful. When Aliz rescues her from an attack and accidentally makes Rebecca her familiar, they must break the curse together—even as darker feelings awaken between them.
Bromantasy by Máire Roche
Release: May 26, 2026
For those who appreciate their epic quests served with a generous side of humor and a heaping portion of repressed feelings between best friends!
Juniper O’Reilly excels at precisely two things: enjoying a pint of mead and perfecting his skincare routine. Everything else falls to his endlessly patient best friend Mo Elmthorn. When Juniper accidentally volunteers them both for a dragon hunt, armed only with a net, some specialty cheeses, and a great many unspoken emotions, hilarity and heartwarming romance ensue.
The Tempest Blade by Danielle L. Jensen
Release: April 16, 2026
The Bridge Kingdom series reaches its searing finale, bringing the battle for Ithicana to an epic and emotional conclusion.
Ahnna flees as a fugitive, desperate to warn her homeland of the greatest threat it has ever faced. But hunting at her heels is James—the man who broke her heart, now seeking revenge for his father’s death. As schemes twist tighter and their old passion reignites, these star-crossed warriors must choose where their loyalties truly lie.
Burn of the Everflame by Penn Cole
Release: Unknown as of the time of this writing
BookTok sensation Penn Cole concludes the Kindred’s Curse Saga with this highly anticipated fourth installment.
War has overtaken Emarion, with deadly enemies threatening from all sides. In Lumnos, Realm of Light and Shadow, the Crowns gather for an unlikely alliance. But they harbor a secret—and a heart without its mate will burn the world down to fulfill its fate. Readers who have followed Diem Bellator’s journey eagerly await this slow-burn conclusion.
Your Romantasy Journey Awaits
And so, dear reader, you find yourself at the threshold of a most magnificent year for romantic fantasy. Whether your heart yearns for dark gothic passions, cozy magical romances, or epic adventures across fantastical realms, 2026 offers treasures beyond measure.
The only question that remains is this: which enchanted world shall you visit first?
