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“Dire Bound” Author Duo Sable Sorensen Talk Debut’s Skyrocket to Fame

One of the latest novels taking the romantasy world by storm is Dire Bound — the action-packed, swoon-worthy new title from Sable Sorensen that marks the launch of Hachette Book Group’s latest imprint, Requited. Dire Bound follows the fiery and fierce Meryn Cooper as she is thrust into the world…

Kiersten BjorkAugust 29, 2025

Fiction Romance

“Fourth Wing” Meets “The Hunger Games” in Debut Dark Romantasy Trilogy

Within the first few pages, I knew I was going to love Dire Bound by Sable Sorensen. This book — the first in a new romantasy trilogy — gripped me early on and didn’t let go. Dire Bound has all the best romantasy tropes: slow-burn romance, enemies-to-lovers, fated mates, “who…

Katie BloomerMarch 17, 2025

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Debut Author of “Dream by the Shadows” Shares Journey from Self to Traditional Publishing

In 2023, Logan Karlie had just released Dream by the Shadows into the world. She’d been working on the fantasy novel for years, from teenage sketches with ideas inspired by The Phantom of the Opera and Labyrinth, to early drafts in college. With the self-published book finally out for readers…

Kiersten BjorkAugust 20, 2025

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Romance

Enemies-to-Lovers with Worldbuilding That Wows: Knightley’s Fantasy Is a Must-Read

The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley is not your typical enemies-to-lovers story. It’s a rich, magical fantasy that blends political tension, dark humour and emotional depth so smoothly, I had to pause sometimes just to breathe. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to be pulled in this…

Sunday Juliet AdakuJuly 11, 2025

Fiction

From the Mines to Magic: Stacey McEwan’s Gripping Tale of Class, Power and Resistance

When I started The Forbidden Alchemy by Stacey McEwan, I honestly didn’t know what to expect. But by the time I finished the first few chapters, I was completely invested. This book is a rich blend of fantasy, rebellion, class struggle and coming-of-age wonder. It weaves all these elements into…

Sunday Juliet AdakuJuly 3, 2025

Audiobooks Listicles

Humor and Magic: Fantasy Romance Audiobooks

When it comes to magic, it’s usually the things you don’t know that herald your doom. And, while missing out on new fantasy romances isn’t a mortal offense, we highly recommend falling under the spell of these audiobooks, steeped in unbelievable tales and secret identities.

AudioFileMay 15, 2025

Listicles

15+ Fantasy Books to Read for AANHPI Heritage Month

As a big fantasy reader and as someone with a deep interest in Japanese art, history and mythology — which began with the manga I consumed in bulk as a pre-teen — I was overjoyed to see more and more Asian-esque fantasy covers pop up across social media and litter…

Katie BloomerMay 16, 2024

Miscellany

The Evolution of Romantasy, from The Canterbury Tales to Fourth Wing

In the last two decades, romantasy has emerged from relative obscurity to become one of the most popular book genres among avid readers. The genre — its name a portmanteau of “romance” and “fantasy” — combines the magical elements of fantasy with the emotionally charged plotlines of romance. Romantasy has…

Caroline ReedApril 11, 2025

Fiction Romance

“Kingdom of the Wicked” Author Shares Latest in Prince of Sin Series

Kerri Maniscalco is the New York Times and international bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series. Her Kingdom of the Wicked romantasy trilogy soared to popularity on TikTok upon its release and is beloved by readers. The Kingdom of the Wicked series, which follows the seven deadly sins as seductive…

Aurora DominguezOctober 29, 2024

Romance

Seeing the Magic of Love in Tati Richardson’s Latest Romantasy

Love has been compared to a lot of things, but the connection between magic and love is undeniable. Author Tati Richardson explores that connection in her latest romantasy novel, Losing Sight, which features a celebrity sportscaster, an optometrist, and a pair of magical glasses. National sportscaster and journalist Tanika Ryan…

Y. M. NelsonFebruary 13, 2025

Romance

Breathtaking New YA Romantasy From “Frostblood” Author Elly Blake

The Forest King’s Daughter (Little, Brown and Company) is a delightful new YA fantasy romance from author Elly Blake (the Frostblood Saga). The first book of the Thirstwood Series, Blake takes readers on a journey through the magic-filled trees of Thirstwood, delivering a stunning novel packed with beautiful worldbuilding, endearing…

Kiersten BjorkFebruary 11, 2025

Young Adult

Deadly Dealings and Dangerous Desires in YA Vampire Fantasy

Immortal Dark (Little, Brown and Company) is a fresh, decadent and deliciously seductive return to the world of vampires. Just in time for the first hints of fall, the highly anticipated YA debut from Tigest Girma fulfills all your darkest desires. Set at Uxlay University, a hidden campus where humans…

Kiersten BjorkSeptember 4, 2024

Image of the Enemies & Lovers: The Crown of Elfhame card game with sample cards

Miscellany

Holly Black’s Folk of the Air Series, Now a Card Game of Strategy and Deception

Fans of Holly Black’s Folk of the Air series, which begins with The Cruel Prince, will be thrilled to learn that they will soon be able to get their hands on a beautifully designed new card game featuring fan-favorite characters and stunning art. Enemies and Lovers: The Crown of Elfhame…

Kiersten BjorkJuly 18, 2024

Romance

Rainbow Rowell Releases First Adult Novel in 10 Years

Millions of readers have come of age with Rainbow Rowell’s books. Titles like Fangirl, Carry On, and Eleanor & Park made a lasting impact on young adult readers for the past decade. Now, Rowell returns to the adult fiction world for the first time since Landline in 2014. With Slow…

Megan BeauregardJuly 22, 2024

Romance

Lauren Roberts Thrills with “Reckless,” Second in Fast-Paced Romantasy Trilogy

“For the reckless souls who dare to love and be loved.” Nothing brightens up your summer like finally getting your hands on a copy of that coveted sequel you have been awaiting, for what seems like forever (or 8 months, but who's counting?) Reckless by Lauren Roberts is the second…

Kelsey HallJuly 19, 2024

Romance

Tricia Levenseller Talks Romantasy, Crafting Characters & “The Darkness Within Us”

Get ready for a fast-paced and utterly romantic novel in Tricia Levenseller’s new release The Darkness Within Us. Tricia Levenseller, known for her best-selling YA duology Daughter of the Pirate King, solidifies her expertise as a romantasy author with this companion novel to the darkly compelling The Shadows Between Us.…

Aurora DominguezJuly 9, 2024

“Dire Bound” Author Duo Sable Sorensen Talk Debut’s Skyrocket to Fame

Debut Author of “Dream by the Shadows” Shares Journey from Self to Traditional Publishing

Humor and Magic: Fantasy Romance Audiobooks

15+ Fantasy Books to Read for AANHPI Heritage Month

The Evolution of Romantasy, from The Canterbury Tales to Fourth Wing

Holly Black’s Folk of the Air Series, Now a Card Game of Strategy and Deception

Tricia Levenseller Talks Romantasy, Crafting Characters & “The Darkness Within Us”

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