Must-Reads
Romance is the most-read genre in publishing for a reason: it delivers what every reader wants — connection, tension, and the certainty that things will work out.
From slow-burn contemporary novels where two people slowly realise they're perfect for each other, to romantasy epics set in fae courts with forbidden magic and simmering tension, romance today is broader and bolder than ever. Whether you want to laugh, ugly-cry, swoon, or all three in the same chapter, this genre delivers. New to romance? Start with Emily Henry or Colleen Hoover. Craving something with a fantasy spine? Fourth Wing and ACOTAR are your entry points. Looking for an epic that spans centuries? Outlander and The Bronze Horseman are waiting.
A hybrid of romance and fantasy — the love story is front and centre, set against a magical backdrop. Think fae, dragons, magic academies, and enemies-to-lovers tension. Fourth Wing and ACOTAR are the defining titles of the current moment.
Set in the real, modern world with no magic or history — just two people, a lot of feelings, and usually some spectacular miscommunication. Emily Henry is the gold standard right now, with sharp wit and genuine emotional depth in every book.
Love stories set in the past — Regency England, the Highlands, wartime Europe. Stakes are higher when society forbids the match. Outlander and The Bronze Horseman are epic examples where history and passion collide over hundreds of pages.
Low angst, high warmth — no dramatic betrayals or heart-wrenching separations, just charming settings, sweet slow burns, and the comfort of knowing love is coming. Perfect when you want to feel good without the emotional rollercoaster.