New and upcoming releases
Explore new and upcoming romantasy books for October 2026, with fantasy romance sequels, new series, series finales, and confirmed 2027 releases.
Release calendar as of October 27, 2026
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Release dates use the primary English-language US reader-facing edition when available. When markets, formats, or editions differ, those date variants are noted on the book card.
Looking for romantasy books coming out in November 2026? This month’s calendar features a slow-burn standalone, the conclusion to The Crucible, a new why-choose romantasy series, and another Gods & Monsters installment.
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Nov 3, 2026
Alexandra Kennington · Standalone
A slow-burn romantasy standalone about an unlikely alliance and a mystery surrounding a royal death, making it an accessible November starting point.
Nov 17, 2026
Abigail Owen · The Crucible #3
The concluding Crucible novel brings Abigail Owen’s Greek-gods romantasy series to its finale. New readers should begin with The Games Gods Play.
Nov 17, 2026
Blake Blessing · The Imperial Trials #1
Blake Blessing launches The Imperial Trials with a why-choose romantasy, offering a new series starting point for November readers.
Nov 24, 2026
Amber V. Nicole · Gods & Monsters #5
The fifth Gods & Monsters installment continues Amber V. Nicole’s dark fantasy-romance series. It is a sequel for existing readers rather than a standalone entry point.
Dec 1, 2026
A.K. Mulford · Series #1
Harper Voyager positions Dreamslayer as the first book in a new dark romantasy series.
Dec 1, 2026
Kathleen Kitt · Standalone
Penguin Random House describes it as a sweet fantasy romance with a mystery, making it a clean YA-entry December pick.
A short editorial selection of upcoming series continuations, finales, and new-series entries to track alongside the full monthly calendar.
Selected editorially based on series prominence, author visibility, release significance, and relevance to romantasy readers. This is not a sales ranking. Read our Editorial Policy →
Nov 3, 2026
Alexandra Kennington
Standalone
A verified standalone offers a fresh entry point before November’s series milestones arrive.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
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Abigail Owen
The Crucible #3
Read The Crucible series in order →The Crucible’s official third and final book gives current trilogy readers a confirmed conclusion to follow.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →Nov 17, 2026
Blake Blessing
The Imperial Trials #1
The Imperial Trials begins with a why-choose romantasy, making this a new-series starting point on November 17.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →Nov 24, 2026
Amber V. Nicole
Gods & Monsters #5
Gods & Monsters readers can continue with book five; the publisher does not identify it as the series finale.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
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Mar 9, 2027
Imani Erriu
Heavenly Bodies #3
A publisher-confirmed third Heavenly Bodies book is a useful long-range checkpoint for returning readers.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
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Sep 7, 2027
Callie Hart
Fae & Alchemy #3
The publisher identifies this confirmed 2027 release as the trilogy’s concluding installment.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
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Oct 27, 2026
Sarah J. Maas · ACOTAR Book 6
It stands out as a fae romance release in this month's calendar.
Oct 6, 2026
LJ Andrews · Ever Seas #4
LJ Andrews lists this as the fourth Ever Seas book, making it an October continuation with strong romantasy-reader overlap.
Sep 29, 2026
Hannah Nicole Maehrer · Assistant and the Villain #4
This is book four in a series best read in order, so it is aimed at existing readers rather than first-timers.
2 exact-date releases · 1 date TBA
October 2026 is the current month. Browse its release dates and series positions below.
Oct 6, 2026
LJ Andrews
Ever Seas #4
LJ Andrews lists this as the fourth Ever Seas book, making it an October continuation with strong romantasy-reader overlap.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Sarah J. Maas
ACOTAR Book 6
It stands out as a fae romance release in this month's calendar.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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October 2026
Keri Lake
The Eating Woods #3 · October 2026 (Date TBA)
The concluding book in The Eating Woods trilogy. The exact publication date still needs official confirmation.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
4 exact-date releases
Nov 3, 2026
Alexandra Kennington
Standalone
A slow-burn romantasy standalone about an unlikely alliance and a mystery surrounding a royal death, making it an accessible November starting point.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →Nov 17, 2026
Abigail Owen
The Crucible #3
Read The Crucible series in order →The concluding Crucible novel brings Abigail Owen’s Greek-gods romantasy series to its finale. New readers should begin with The Games Gods Play.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →Nov 17, 2026
Blake Blessing
The Imperial Trials #1
Blake Blessing launches The Imperial Trials with a why-choose romantasy, offering a new series starting point for November readers.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →Nov 24, 2026
Amber V. Nicole
Gods & Monsters #5
The fifth Gods & Monsters installment continues Amber V. Nicole’s dark fantasy-romance series. It is a sequel for existing readers rather than a standalone entry point.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →3 exact-date releases · 1 date TBA
Dec 1, 2026
A.K. Mulford
Series #1
Harper Voyager positions Dreamslayer as the first book in a new dark romantasy series.
Dec 1, 2026
Kathleen Kitt
Standalone
Penguin Random House describes it as a sweet fantasy romance with a mystery, making it a clean YA-entry December pick.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Dec 3, 2026
Jaya Martin
The Lone Wolf #1
HarperReach lists the UK One More Chapter paperback for December 3, 2026. The US edition date still needs an edition-specific source.
Edition note: HarperReach lists the UK paperback edition for December 3, 2026; the primary US edition date remains under review.
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December 2026
Jessie Mihalik
Silver & Blood #2
Roses & Stone is the second and concluding book in Jessie Mihalik’s Silver & Blood duology.
Looking ahead to 2027? These confirmed and announced romantasy releases already have publisher- or author-backed dates, with more books added as official schedules become available.
1 exact-date release
Jan 12, 2027
Sarah J. Maas
ACOTAR Book 7
It is a direct continuation, so returning readers will get the most value from it.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →1 exact-date release
Mar 9, 2027
Imani Erriu
Heavenly Bodies #3
The third book in Imani Erriu’s Heavenly Bodies series continues Elara and Lorenzo’s story and is scheduled for March 9, 2027 in the US.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →1 exact-date release
Sep 7, 2027
Callie Hart
Fae & Alchemy #3
Hachette currently lists Fae & Alchemy Book 3 for September 7, 2027 and describes it as the concluding installment.
Last verified: October 27, 2026
View details →11 exact-date releases · 1 date TBA
Sep 1, 2026
Stacey Marie Brown
Messengers of the Realm #1
Blackstone and the author site both position this as book one in a new trilogy, making it a strong September entry point.
Edition dates: US Print Sep 1, 2026 · US Audiobook Nov 3, 2026
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Sep 1, 2026
Rachel Gillig
The Stonewater Kingdom #2
This is a direct sequel to The Knight and the Moth, so new readers should begin with book one.
Sep 8, 2026
Tessa Hale
Blood Bound #1
Sourcebooks lists this as Blood Bound book one, making it a true new-series entry for September.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Sep 8, 2026
Penn Cole
The Kindred’s Curse Saga #4
Penn Cole’s official FAQ confirms this is the fourth and final book in the series, so returning readers can treat it as the series conclusion.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Sep 8, 2026
Victoria Aveyard
The Lyrian Sea #1
Retail and UK publisher listings both point to September 8, 2026, and position Tempest as the opener to The Lyrian Sea.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Sep 8, 2026
L.J. Claren
The Selvaren #2
L.J. Claren’s official site describes this as The Selvaren book two, so it belongs in the sequel-heavy September lineup.
Sep 8, 2026
Lucy Jane Wood
Standalone
The US Ace edition is listed for September 8, 2026; the UK Pan Macmillan edition follows on September 10, making it a useful lower-intensity option in this month’s calendar.
Edition dates: US Ace edition Sep 8, 2026 · UK Pan Macmillan Sep 10, 2026
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Sep 15, 2026
Jasmine Mas
Unsurvivable Love Duet #1
This is the first book in a new duet, making it a valid starting point for new readers.
Sep 15, 2026
Freya Marske
Standalone
Macmillan’s US listing shows a September 15, 2026 on-sale date, making it a valid September fantasy-romance-adjacent addition.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Sep 22, 2026
Stephanie Garber
Once Upon a Broken Heart Companion
This is an illustrated Jacks and Evangeline companion book, not a fourth main novel in the trilogy.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →Sep 29, 2026
Hannah Nicole Maehrer
Assistant and the Villain #4
This is book four in a series best read in order, so it is aimed at existing readers rather than first-timers.
September 2026
Lauren Palphreyman
Wolf King #3
Sourcebooks lists this as Wolf King book three and the September 8, 2026 US on-sale date, so it is not a standalone entry point.
10 exact-date releases
Aug 4, 2026
Victoria S. Walsh
The Iron Hex Trilogy #1
This is a clear book-one starting point for new readers entering an August romantasy release.
Aug 4, 2026
Emily Rath
Devour Me trilogy #1
Emily Rath’s official site treats this as book one in a new paranormal romance series, with the US release set for August 4, 2026.
US edition; UK digital edition is listed earlier.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Aug 4, 2026
Brittney Arena
The Edge of Glass #2
Direct sequel; start with A Dance of Lies before picking up this August release.
Aug 4, 2026
Carissa Broadbent
Crowns of Nyaxia #5 · Bloodborn Duet #1
It opens the Bloodborn Duet within the wider Crowns of Nyaxia series.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Aug 4, 2026
Vasilisa Drake
Kingdom of Dark Magic #1
Simon & Schuster describes it as the first book in a vampire romantasy series, making it a high-value August entry point rather than a fringe paranormal add-on.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Aug 11, 2026
Gretchen Powell Fox
Shattered Crown #2
This is the second Shattered Crown book, so it serves readers already following one of the more visible current romantasy series.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Aug 18, 2026
Laura Thalassa
The Bewitched Series #4
Not a standalone starting point; this August 18, 2026 date matches the US standard edition.
US standard edition; some deluxe editions may release earlier.
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Aug 18, 2026
Alexandra Bracken
Immortal Rose #1
Alexandra Bracken has positioned this as her adult fantasy debut and the opener to a new duology.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Aug 18, 2026
Marion Blackwood
Flame and Thorns #3
The official Simon & Schuster listing confirms this as Flame and Thorns book three, so it fits the August continuing-series lineup.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Aug 25, 2026
T. Kingfisher
Swordheart #2
Macmillan positions this as a return to the world of Swordheart, making it more relevant to readers already in that orbit.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Jul 7, 2026
Kalie Cassidy
The Siren Mage #2
It is a direct continuation, so new readers should begin with the first Siren Mage book.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Jul 14, 2026
Jennifer K. Lambert
Never the Roses #2
Among the Thorns is the second Never the Roses novel, so new readers should begin with the earlier book.
Jul 16, 2026
Margaret Owen
Standalone
It is the easiest July title to try without reading an earlier book.
Jul 21, 2026
Elise Kova
Arcana Academy #2
It directly continues the Arcana Academy storyline and is not intended as a first entry.
Jul 21, 2026
Stacey McEwan
The Artisan Trilogy #2
Simon & Schuster positions it as the sizzling romantasy follow-up to A Forbidden Alchemy, so it belongs in the July sequel slate.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Jun 2, 2026
Katherine Arden
Standalone
Its standalone format makes it an easy June entry point.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Jun 5, 2026
Emma Hamm
The Kingdom Below #3
It is a continuation and should not be treated as a standalone starting point.
Jun 9, 2026
Rachel Schneider
Fire & Metal #2
It continues an existing series, so new readers should begin with book one.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →Jun 23, 2026
Jeanette Rose & Alexis Rune
Avalon University #1
Simon & Schuster calls it the first book in a new dark academia romantasy, making it a strong June starter for readers who want magical-university fantasy romance.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Jun 30, 2026
Alexis L. Menard
Darkest Divine #1
As Darkest Divine #1, it offers a clear new-series entry point.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →3 exact-date releases
May 5, 2026
Sable Sorensen
The Wolves of Ruin #2
It is a direct continuation, so returning readers will get the most value from it.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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May 19, 2026
Sarah A. Parker
Moonfall #2
It is a direct continuation, so returning readers will get the most value from it.
Edition note: The current US HarperCollins edition is dated May 19, 2026.
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May 26, 2026
Anuja Varghese
Series opener
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →4 exact-date releases
Apr 3, 2026
Eliza Raine
Standalone
Its standalone format makes it an accessible entry point for new readers.
Apr 7, 2026
Devney Perry
Shield of Sparrows #2
It is a direct continuation, so returning readers will get the most value from it.
Apr 7, 2026
Juliette Cross
The Fire That Binds
It is a direct continuation, so returning readers will get the most value from it.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Apr 28, 2026
Ellis Hunter
Cursed Covenant #1
Simon & Schuster describes this as a high-stakes fantasy romance with witches and dragon riders, making it a clear fit for the core romantasy calendar.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →3 exact-date releases
Mar 3, 2026
Sasha E. Sloan
Duology #1
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Mar 10, 2026
Emma Noyes
Soul of Shadow #2
It is a direct continuation, so returning readers will get the most value from it.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →Mar 10, 2026
Jessi Cole Jackson
Standalone
Simon & Schuster positions it as a standalone romantasy debut, making it a strong March entry point for new readers.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →5 exact-date releases
Feb 3, 2026
Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti
Sins of the Zodiac #3
Cinder Vale is the third installment in the Sins of the Zodiac series, so new readers should begin earlier in the series.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Feb 10, 2026
Madeline Taylor
The Verran Isles #1
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Edition note: 2026 US trade/hardcover edition; earlier digital editions exist.
Edition dates: US Hardcover Feb 10, 2026 · US Ebook Apr 1, 2025
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Feb 10, 2026
Kerri Maniscalco
Standalone
Its standalone format makes it an accessible entry point for new readers.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Feb 12, 2026
Melissa K. Roehrich
Avonleya #1
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Feb 19, 2026
Cate Baumer
The Brilliant Soul Duology #1
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
6 exact-date releases
Jan 6, 2026
Roshani Chokshi
Standalone
Its standalone format makes it an accessible entry point for new readers.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Melissa de la Cruz
Standalone
Its standalone format makes it an accessible entry point for new readers.
Edition note: The Red Tower/Entangled edition used by this calendar released January 6, 2026; the author site lists an earlier 2025 publication history.
View details →Jan 6, 2026
Elise Kova
Series opener
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Jan 13, 2026
Annie Summerlee
Series opener
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Edition dates: US Hardcover Jan 13, 2026 · US Ebook Jan 13, 2026 · US Paperback Oct 6, 2026
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Jaclyn Rodriguez
Immortal Desires #1
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Edition dates: US Hardcover Jan 13, 2026 · US Ebook Jan 13, 2026 · US Paperback Sep 29, 2026
Last verified: September 30, 2026
View details →Jan 27, 2026
Elizabeth May
Series opener
It works as a clear book-one entry point rather than a continuation.
Last verified: September 30, 2026
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Jan 6, 2026
Roshani Chokshi · Standalone
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Jan 6, 2026
Melissa de la Cruz · Standalone
Released
Jan 6, 2026
Elise Kova · Series opener
Released
Jan 13, 2026
Annie Summerlee · Series opener
Released
Jan 13, 2026
Jaclyn Rodriguez · Immortal Desires #1
Released
Jan 27, 2026
Elizabeth May · Series opener
Released
Feb 3, 2026
Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti · Sins of the Zodiac #3
Released
Feb 10, 2026
Madeline Taylor · The Verran Isles #1
Released
Feb 10, 2026
Kerri Maniscalco · Standalone
Released
Feb 12, 2026
Melissa K. Roehrich · Avonleya #1
Released
Feb 19, 2026
Cate Baumer · The Brilliant Soul Duology #1
Released
Mar 3, 2026
Sasha E. Sloan · Duology #1
Released
Mar 10, 2026
Emma Noyes · Soul of Shadow #2
Released
Mar 10, 2026
Jessi Cole Jackson · Standalone
Released
Apr 3, 2026
Eliza Raine · Standalone
Released
Apr 7, 2026
Devney Perry · Shield of Sparrows #2
Released
Apr 7, 2026
Juliette Cross · The Fire That Binds
Released
Apr 28, 2026
Ellis Hunter · Cursed Covenant #1
Released
May 5, 2026
Sable Sorensen · The Wolves of Ruin #2
Released
May 19, 2026
Sarah A. Parker · Moonfall #2
Released
May 26, 2026
Anuja Varghese · Series opener
Released
Jun 2, 2026
Katherine Arden · Standalone
Released
Jun 5, 2026
Emma Hamm · The Kingdom Below #3
Released
Jun 9, 2026
Rachel Schneider · Fire & Metal #2
Released
Jun 23, 2026
Jeanette Rose & Alexis Rune · Avalon University #1
Released
Jun 30, 2026
Alexis L. Menard · Darkest Divine #1
Released
Jul 7, 2026
Kalie Cassidy · The Siren Mage #2
Released
Jul 14, 2026
Jennifer K. Lambert · Never the Roses #2
Released
Jul 16, 2026
Margaret Owen · Standalone
Released
Jul 21, 2026
Elise Kova · Arcana Academy #2
Released
Jul 21, 2026
Stacey McEwan · The Artisan Trilogy #2
Released
Aug 4, 2026
Victoria S. Walsh · The Iron Hex Trilogy #1
Released
Aug 4, 2026
Emily Rath · Devour Me trilogy #1
Released
Aug 4, 2026
Brittney Arena · The Edge of Glass #2
Released
Aug 4, 2026
Carissa Broadbent · Crowns of Nyaxia #5 · Bloodborn Duet #1
Released
Aug 4, 2026
Vasilisa Drake · Kingdom of Dark Magic #1
Released
Aug 11, 2026
Gretchen Powell Fox · Shattered Crown #2
Released
Aug 18, 2026
Laura Thalassa · The Bewitched Series #4
Released
Aug 18, 2026
Alexandra Bracken · Immortal Rose #1
Released
Aug 18, 2026
Marion Blackwood · Flame and Thorns #3
Released
Aug 25, 2026
T. Kingfisher · Swordheart #2
Released
Sep 1, 2026
Stacey Marie Brown · Messengers of the Realm #1
Released
Sep 1, 2026
Rachel Gillig · The Stonewater Kingdom #2
Released
Sep 8, 2026
Tessa Hale · Blood Bound #1
Released
Sep 8, 2026
Penn Cole · The Kindred’s Curse Saga #4
Released
Sep 8, 2026
Victoria Aveyard · The Lyrian Sea #1
Released
Sep 8, 2026
L.J. Claren · The Selvaren #2
Released
Sep 8, 2026
Lucy Jane Wood · Standalone
Released
Sep 15, 2026
Jasmine Mas · Unsurvivable Love Duet #1
Released
Sep 15, 2026
Freya Marske · Standalone
Released
Sep 22, 2026
Stephanie Garber · Once Upon a Broken Heart Companion
Released
Sep 29, 2026
Hannah Nicole Maehrer · Assistant and the Villain #4
Released
Oct 6, 2026
LJ Andrews · Ever Seas #4
Released
Oct 27, 2026
Sarah J. Maas · ACOTAR Book 6
Released
Nov 3, 2026
Alexandra Kennington · Standalone
Upcoming
Nov 17, 2026
Abigail Owen · The Crucible #3
Upcoming
Nov 17, 2026
Blake Blessing · The Imperial Trials #1
Upcoming
Nov 24, 2026
Amber V. Nicole · Gods & Monsters #5
Upcoming
Dec 1, 2026
A.K. Mulford · Series #1
Upcoming
Dec 1, 2026
Kathleen Kitt · Standalone
Upcoming
Dec 3, 2026
Jaya Martin · The Lone Wolf #1
Upcoming
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This page tracks 2026 romantasy releases across the year, including sequels, standalones, new series launches, companion books, and selected fantasy romance releases.
This page has started tracking confirmed 2027 romantasy releases with publisher- or author-backed dates, including A Court of Forgotten Melody, Holy Monsters, Fae & Alchemy Book 3. More titles will be added as official schedules become available.
New 2027 releases are added as publishers and authors announce confirmed publication dates. Provisional dates and rumors are not presented as final.
Use the current-month section and the quick status labels to separate books that are already released from books still coming later this month.
Readers often look first for sequels in series they follow, announced author releases, and new duologies or trilogies that match their interests.
This calendar includes clear book-one entry points when new romantasy series or duologies begin, so you can separate fresh starts from mid-series continuations.
Many of the most searched releases are sequels, so this page keeps series numbering visible and flags books that matter most to returning readers.
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