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Most Anticipated Romances of 2026
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items These are 42 of my most anticipated romances releases coming out in 2026! (For now at least) Check out the graphic I shared on Instagram to save this list: https://www.instagram.com/paperbacks.and.planners/p/DTLL_r_jec6/
And there is a template in my highlights where you can create your own list of most anticipated releases!
And there is a template in my highlights where you can create your own list of most anticipated releases!
Sections
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SFF
Contemporary Fantasy
Contemporary
Mystery
SFF
Fantasy & Sci fi set outside of the real world
January 14
Book 6 in the Firebird Chronicles - a sci-fi romance following a salvager who is the key to possibly ending an endless, deadly war
Book 6 in the Firebird Chronicles - a sci-fi romance following a salvager who is the key to possibly ending an endless, deadly war
Echoes of Insurrection (Firebird Chronicles 6)
January 27
When the King of the Dead invades, a dying woman makes a bargain to save her family. Now she must escape a dangerous labyrinth or become his bride forever.
When the King of the Dead invades, a dying woman makes a bargain to save her family. Now she must escape a dangerous labyrinth or become his bride forever.
King of Ravens by Clare Sager
February 17
Conclusion to the Blood & Souls duology. A fantasy romance following a princess with no magical power, trying to end the religious war killing her people.
Conclusion to the Blood & Souls duology. A fantasy romance following a princess with no magical power, trying to end the religious war killing her people.
Gods Beneath the Ice (Blood & Souls 2)
March 31
The start of a new fantasy series. Following a heroine who wakes up to find herself trapped in her favorite - and famously unfinished - fantasy series.
The start of a new fantasy series. Following a heroine who wakes up to find herself trapped in her favorite - and famously unfinished - fantasy series.
This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me (Maggie 1)
April 21
Book 5 in the Beasts of the Briar series. Following a woman who finds herself trapped with 4 fae princes, cursed to become beasts each night.
Book 5 in the Beasts of the Briar series. Following a woman who finds herself trapped with 4 fae princes, cursed to become beasts each night.
Frozen by Stardust (Beasts of the Briar 5)
April 28
Former best friends turned adversaries, must work together to find hidden treasure if they hope to ever make it back home alive.
Former best friends turned adversaries, must work together to find hidden treasure if they hope to ever make it back home alive.
Our Rogue Fates by Sarah Glenn Marsh
May 19
Book 2 in the Magic and Romance series. A half giant athlete is forced into a PR relationship with a fan-favorite cheerleader.
Book 2 in the Magic and Romance series. A half giant athlete is forced into a PR relationship with a fan-favorite cheerleader.
The Fake Divination Offense (Magic & Romance 2)
May 19
Academic rivals at a magical veterinary college must put aside their differences to figure out why magic is surging throughout London and endangering familiars.
Academic rivals at a magical veterinary college must put aside their differences to figure out why magic is surging throughout London and endangering familiars.
Strange Familiars by Keshe Chow
May 26
Best friends accidentally volunteer for a quest to kill a fearsome monster. And discover their feelings might not be as platonic as they thought.
Best friends accidentally volunteer for a quest to kill a fearsome monster. And discover their feelings might not be as platonic as they thought.
Bromantasy by Marie Roche
June 9
Book 2 in the Fire & Metal series. A fantasy romance following an orphan confronted by an enemy soldier and learns of a world of magic and treachery.
Book 2 in the Fire & Metal series. A fantasy romance following an orphan confronted by an enemy soldier and learns of a world of magic and treachery.
Light Wielder (Fire & Metal 2) by Rachel Schneider
June 23
A not-so-evil villain and a not-so-perfect hero strike a deal to become fake nemeses to boost their reputations.
A not-so-evil villain and a not-so-perfect hero strike a deal to become fake nemeses to boost their reputations.
Nemesis Mine by Amy Archer
August 18
Blackwood’s adult debut! A fantasy romance following a magicless queen who hires a warrior to keep her safe during peace negotiations - only their chemistry ignites an unexpected and perilous new alliance.
Blackwood’s adult debut! A fantasy romance following a magicless queen who hires a warrior to keep her safe during peace negotiations - only their chemistry ignites an unexpected and perilous new alliance.
The Queen's Bodyguard by Lauren Blackwood
September 1
The conclusion to the Stonewater Kingdom duology! A gothic fantasy romance about a Diviner who sets out to find her missing sisters with the help of a mysterious knight.
The conclusion to the Stonewater Kingdom duology! A gothic fantasy romance about a Diviner who sets out to find her missing sisters with the help of a mysterious knight.
The Knave and the Moon (Stonewater Kingdom 2) by Rachel Gillig
September 15
Book 2 in the Braided Fate trilogy. A fantasy romance following 3 reluctant allies forced together to protect their kingdoms and those they love.
Book 2 in the Braided Fate trilogy. A fantasy romance following 3 reluctant allies forced together to protect their kingdoms and those they love.
Captive Traitor King (Braided Fate 2) by Kemmerer
November 1
A sunshine photographer encounters a grumpy lodge owner in the polar bear capital of the world.
A sunshine photographer encounters a grumpy lodge owner in the polar bear capital of the world.
Too Cold for Comfort by Nisha J Tuli
Contemporary Fantasy
Contemporary romance set in our world with slight fantastical elements and/or characters. Urban fantasy, paranormal fantasy, alternate realities, time travel. etc.
March 6
The start to a new post-apocalyptic series following a surviver that reluctantly helps an injured man who brings new dangers to her reclusive world.
The start to a new post-apocalyptic series following a surviver that reluctantly helps an injured man who brings new dangers to her reclusive world.
Lost Song (The Wild Book 1) by Claire Kent
May 5
The FINAL book in the Guild Hunters series. An epic urban fantasy where archangel’s rule.
The FINAL book in the Guild Hunters series. An epic urban fantasy where archangel’s rule.
Archangel's Eternity (Guild Hunter 18) Nalini Singh
June 16
The once mighty Hades, turned funeral director, is determined to find a way out of retirement. Until his plans are unraveled by the new florist next door.
The once mighty Hades, turned funeral director, is determined to find a way out of retirement. Until his plans are unraveled by the new florist next door.
Dearly Departed by Chip Pons
July 7
After a staunch rule-follower is dumped on her birthday, she wakes up inside a game of MASH from seventh grade.
After a staunch rule-follower is dumped on her birthday, she wakes up inside a game of MASH from seventh grade.
The MASH Up by Laura Marie Meyers
July 7
A former true-crime podcaster is faced with 3 men - one is a fun date, one is the love of her life, and one is a serial killer.
A former true-crime podcaster is faced with 3 men - one is a fun date, one is the love of her life, and one is a serial killer.
Kiss, Marry, Kill by Cara Tanamachi
July 21
The FINAL book in the Bewitched series! A paranormal romance about a witch who accidentally awakens a dangerous, ancient god. One that seems to know her.
The FINAL book in the Bewitched series! A paranormal romance about a witch who accidentally awakens a dangerous, ancient god. One that seems to know her.
Bedeviled (Bewitched 4) by Laura Thalassa
August 11
The sequel to Zomromcom. An oracle, whose visions are unreliable at best, needs to work with a demon from her past to unravel the deadly zombie conspiracy.
The sequel to Zomromcom. An oracle, whose visions are unreliable at best, needs to work with a demon from her past to unravel the deadly zombie conspiracy.
World's Okayest Oracle Seeks Demon by Olivia Dade
September 1
A receptionist accidentally catches her boss performing an exorcism and learns the truth about demons. When a coworker vanishes, they must navigate the corporate underworld to save her.
A receptionist accidentally catches her boss performing an exorcism and learns the truth about demons. When a coworker vanishes, they must navigate the corporate underworld to save her.
I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell - Mackenzie Reed
Contemporary
In in modern day with no fantastical elements. Everything from STEM to sports to Rockstars
February 3
Academic sniping between rivals (and ex’s) is mistaken as romantic chemistry. Now they must keep up the charade for the rest of the summer conference.
Academic sniping between rivals (and ex’s) is mistaken as romantic chemistry. Now they must keep up the charade for the rest of the summer conference.
Love and Other Brain Experiments by Hannah Brohm
February 10
Book 2 in the Sinful Manor series - a second chance romance between college friends. But one of them is getting married... in 7 days.
Book 2 in the Sinful Manor series - a second chance romance between college friends. But one of them is getting married... in 7 days.
Promise Me (Sinful Manor 2) by Sara Cate
February 10
A rower and Olympic hopeful spends the summer training with a new coach. One pushing her out of her comfort zone and making her question her well crafted plans.
A rower and Olympic hopeful spends the summer training with a new coach. One pushing her out of her comfort zone and making her question her well crafted plans.
Racing Hearts by Ann Adams
February 10
An elusive rockstar finally agrees to the first interview in years. But only if his journalist ex is the one to write it.
An elusive rockstar finally agrees to the first interview in years. But only if his journalist ex is the one to write it.
Still Into You by Erin Connor
February 10
A fake dating romance between 2 members of a chronic pain support group. But he’s an ex-pro snowboarder and the paparazzi catch word.
A fake dating romance between 2 members of a chronic pain support group. But he’s an ex-pro snowboarder and the paparazzi catch word.
It's All in Your Head by Sabina Nordqvist
February 17
The head engineer and new software developer at a sex toy start-up learn they’re both inexperienced with the company’s product. So they agree to an educational hookup. For research.
The head engineer and new software developer at a sex toy start-up learn they’re both inexperienced with the company’s product. So they agree to an educational hookup. For research.
A Little Buzzed by Alys Murray
March 3
Cat Sebastian’s FIRST contemporary romance! A slow burn, enemies to lovers romance between costars on a popular sci-fi series.
Cat Sebastian’s FIRST contemporary romance! A slow burn, enemies to lovers romance between costars on a popular sci-fi series.
Star Shipped by Cat Sebastian
March 10
A closeted tennis star is strugglingly to focus as he nears his 30th birthday. Then his world is rocked when his longtime rival makes a shocking announcement
A closeted tennis star is strugglingly to focus as he nears his 30th birthday. Then his world is rocked when his longtime rival makes a shocking announcement
Thirty Love by Tom Vellner
April 14
The long-awaited sequel to Only For the Week! Ex’s are forced back together to complete a scavenger hunt road trip to fulfill their mentor’s dying wish.
The long-awaited sequel to Only For the Week! Ex’s are forced back together to complete a scavenger hunt road trip to fulfill their mentor’s dying wish.
The Art of Loving You (Forever Falling 2)
April 14
After telling a spite filled lie about being first loves, two divorcées, now close friends, find themselves trapped in the lie while on vacation with their ex’s.
After telling a spite filled lie about being first loves, two divorcées, now close friends, find themselves trapped in the lie while on vacation with their ex’s.
Happy Ending by Chloe Liese
May 12
A surgeon recruits a soccer superstar to be her date a high profile Paris wedding- one her ex will also be attending.
A surgeon recruits a soccer superstar to be her date a high profile Paris wedding- one her ex will also be attending.
Out of Her League by Ava Rani
June 2
When a new tennis star becomes the first out man in the Grand Slam, he is unprepared for the spotlight. The pressure and a growing friendship with his rival throws him off his game.
When a new tennis star becomes the first out man in the Grand Slam, he is unprepared for the spotlight. The pressure and a growing friendship with his rival throws him off his game.
The Open Era by Edward Schmit
June 9
Forced to join his family at their summer beach house, a bakery business heir hires a woman to be his stand-in girlfriend for the weekend.
Forced to join his family at their summer beach house, a bakery business heir hires a woman to be his stand-in girlfriend for the weekend.
The Summer Girlfriend (Heart Beach 1) by Kristina Forest
June 23
After another disastrous first date, a woman hits her head and awakens in Ireland. She meets a quiet, gruff mechanic she immediately connects with. But what if it’s all just a dream?
After another disastrous first date, a woman hits her head and awakens in Ireland. She meets a quiet, gruff mechanic she immediately connects with. But what if it’s all just a dream?
In Every Possible Way by Alicia Thompson
July 14
A meteorology influencer and her academic rival are forced into close quarters to chase a category 5 hurricane.
A meteorology influencer and her academic rival are forced into close quarters to chase a category 5 hurricane.
In Stormy Weather by Chelsea Curto
August 4
The final book in the Off the Ice series. An NHL-bound athlete discovers he’s a few credits short to get his degree. Determined to graduate, he joins a study group. One he doesn’t know is led by the coach’s daughter
The final book in the Off the Ice series. An NHL-bound athlete discovers he’s a few credits short to get his degree. Determined to graduate, he joins a study group. One he doesn’t know is led by the coach’s daughter
Embrace (Off the Ice 4) by Bal Khabra
August 18
An influencer sparks a virtual friendship - and romantic feelings - with an anonymous follower. Only to discover he’s her best friend’s boyfriend.
An influencer sparks a virtual friendship - and romantic feelings - with an anonymous follower. Only to discover he’s her best friend’s boyfriend.
Mutual Discord by Liana de la Rosa
Mystery
Still romances but with a mystery plot
March 3
Book 10 in the Veronica Speedwell series. Veronica & Stoker must infiltrate a secret society to solve the murder of a young man drained of his blood.
Book 10 in the Veronica Speedwell series. Veronica & Stoker must infiltrate a secret society to solve the murder of a young man drained of his blood.
A Ghastly Catastrophe (Veronica Speedwell 10)
January 13
A crime podcaster must solve a serial killer case with the help of her mysterious neighbor - the man who vanished 5 years ago and broke her heart.
A crime podcaster must solve a serial killer case with the help of her mysterious neighbor - the man who vanished 5 years ago and broke her heart.
A Killer Kind of Romance by Letizia Lorini