Most Anticipated New Romantasy Releases: March 2025

A snapshot into which releases readers are buzzing about

Mar 19, 2025

The following list features 15 highly anticipated new romantasy releases, offering a blend of captivating romances and immersive fantasy worlds. The ranking we used is based on factors like pre-publication buzz, the number of readers who have shelved the book on Goodreads, and overall excitement surrounding its release. While this list reflects what readers are eagerly looking forward to, it is dynamic and may change as new information or reviews come in. We’re offering you a snapshot of what it looks like in real-time.

The Romantasy Strength of each book is an educated guess based on its balance of romance and fantasy elements. Since this can be subjective, we categorize them based on the prominence of romance, world-building, and overall tone. If we’ve got it wrong, let us know, and we’ll adjust. The same goes for the Explicit Content designation—if you’ve read the book and think it deserves a different label, feel free to reach out!

We’ll update this list monthly to keep you up to date on the latest trends in romantasy literature. Some books have already been released, while others are coming soon.

(If you want to see our Weekly Most Read books, go here.)

Now let’s get to the list and all the details!

Top 5 Most Anticipated New Romantasy Releases

Rebel Witch (The Crimson Moth, #2) by Kristen Ciccarelli

Publication Date: February 18, 2025
Subgenre: High Fantasy, Romance
Romantasy Strength: Moderate Romantasy
Book Description: The second installment in The Crimson Moth series follows a witch caught between realms of power and passion. As dark forces close in, she must rely on her newfound abilities and the unexpected love she’s discovered to survive.
Explicit Content: Yes

Our Infinite Fates by Laura Steven

Publication Date: March 4, 2025
Subgenre: Fantasy, Romance
Romantasy Strength: Moderate Romantasy
Book Description: A captivating tale of destiny, love, and magic where a young woman must confront her fate while navigating a dangerous world filled with magic and romance.
Explicit Content: Yes

Emily Wilde's Compendium of Lost Tales (Emily Wilde, #3) by Heather Fawcett

Publication Date: February 11, 2025
Subgenre: Fantasy, Romance
Romantasy Strength: Moderate Romantasy
Book Description: In the third book of the Emily Wilde series, Emily uncovers magical secrets and forgotten tales, all while navigating the complex emotions of love and friendship.
Explicit Content: No

Wings of Starlight (Disney Fairies) by Allison Saft

Publication Date: February 4, 2025
Subgenre: Fantasy, Romance (Light Fantasy)
Romantasy Strength: Moderate Romantasy
Book Description: A prequel to Secret of the Wings, this novel explores the origin story of Queen Clarion and Lord Milori. Set in the magical world of Pixie Hollow, it follows a young fairy queen who must form an unlikely alliance to protect her realm from looming dangers.
Explicit Content: No

The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith

Publication Date: February 4, 2025
Subgenre: Fantasy, Romance, Paranormal Romance
Romantasy Strength: Strong Romantasy
Book Description: In a world of bargains and enchantments, a reluctant heroine strikes a magical deal with a mysterious stranger. What begins as an exchange soon blossoms into a passionate love affair filled with danger.
Explicit Content: Yes

Most Anticipated New Romantasy Releases: #6—#10

The Sirens by Emilia Hart

Publication Date: April 1, 2025
Subgenre: Dark Fantasy, Romance, Mythological Fantasy
Romantasy Strength: Moderate Romantasy
Book Description: A mesmerizing retelling of the siren myth, where a young woman must navigate the dangerous allure of love and the deadly sea creatures who dwell within it.
Explicit Content: Yes

The Beasts We Bury (The Broken Citadel, #1) by D.L. Taylor

Publication Date: February 4, 2025
Subgenre: Dark Fantasy, Romance, Mythological Fantasy
Romantasy Strength: Moderate Romantasy
Book Description: In a world where dark magic looms, Mancella, heir to the throne, discovers she can summon an army of animals—but only by killing them first. Silver, a charming thief, plans to manipulate Mancella to execute a daring heist. As deceit and betrayal unfold, both must decide how far they're willing to go to break free from the systems trapping them.
Explicit Content: Yes

The Otherwhere Post by Emily J. Taylor

Publication Date: February 25, 2025
Subgenre: Urban Fantasy, Romance, Dystopian
Romantasy Strength: Moderate Romantasy
Book Description: In this captivating tale, the Maeve Abenthy journeys through a mysterious world, encountering love, danger, and supernatural challenges.
Explicit Content: Yes

The Dark Mirror (The Bone Season, #5) by Samantha Shannon

Publication Date: February 25, 2025
Subgenre: Urban Fantasy, Romance, Dystopian
Romantasy Strength: Strong Romantasy
Book Description: In the fifth book of The Bone Season series, Paige Mahoney struggles with dark forces while navigating forbidden love and supernatural danger.
Explicit Content: Yes

Cursebound (The Faebound Trilogy, #2) by Saara El-Arifi

Publication Date: March 31, 2025
Subgenre: Dark Fantasy, Romance, Paranormal Romance
Romantasy Strength: Strong Romantasy
Book Description: In the second book of The Faebound Trilogy, a powerful curse threatens the Yeeran, and love intertwines with peril as the characters navigate their fates. Dark magic, secrets, and a growing romance lead to a thrilling and dangerous journey.
Explicit Content: Yes

Most Anticipated New Romantasy Releases: #11—#15

Upon a Starlit Tide by Kell Wood

Publication Date: March 3, 2025
Subgenre: High Fantasy, Romance
Romantasy Strength: Strong Romantasy
Book Description: A fantastical tale set in a world where the sea and stars entwine, this romance explores a heroine’s journey into a magical realm of adventure and forbidden love.
Explicit Content: Yes

I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com (Cosmic Chaos, #1) by Kimberly Lemming

Publication Date: February 18, 2025
Subgenre: Sci-Fi Romance, Comedy, Light Fantasy
Romantasy Strength: Light Romantasy
Book Description: A light-hearted rom-com about an alien abduction and the unlikely romance that unfolds in a fantastical world of cosmic chaos.
Explicit Content: Yes

Wooing the Witch Queen (Queens of Villainy, #1) by Stephanie Burgis

Publication Date: February 18, 2025
Subgenre: Dark Fantasy, Romance, Paranormal Romance
Romantasy Strength: Strong Romantasy
Book Description: The first book in Queens of Villainy introduces a strong-willed witch queen whose enchanted world is shaken by romantic intrigue and political plots.
Explicit Content: Yes

The Forest King's Daughter (Thirstwood, #1) by Elly Blake

Publication Date: March 24, 2025
Subgenre: Fantasy, Romance
Romantasy Strength: Light Romantasy
Book Description: A forest king’s daughter embarks on a dangerous journey into a magical realm, where love and dark magic collide, threatening everything she holds dear.
Explicit Content: No

A Circle of Uncommon Witches by Paige Crutcher

Publication Date: February 25, 2025
Subgenre: Fantasy, Romance, Witchcraft
Romantasy Strength: Strong Romantasy
Book Description: Witches, romance, and a world filled with magic come together in a captivating story of unexpected love and magical adventure.
Explicit Content: Yes

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