Dark romance comp titles for your query letter (updated 2026)

Choosing the right comp titles for your dark romance query letter can make or break your changes of being published.

Agents and publishing house editors use comp titles as a way to gauge not only the genre of your book, but also the tone and market potential of your manuscript.

I regularly update this list of dark romance comp titles to make sure you’re always working with relevant books.

No matter if you’re writing a sweet, slow-burn dark romance or something fast and spicy, you’ll find titles below to help you write a killer query letter!

If you’re looking for something a bit more specific, check out my romance comp database.

1. A Bargain So BloodyAuthor: Vasilisa DrakeYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, magic, romantasy, vampires, witches
2. A Bond so Fierce and FragileAuthor: Sophia St. GermainYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark fantasy, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
3. A Dirty BusinessAuthor: TijanYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, suspense
4. A Fate so Dark and DelicateAuthor: Sophia St. GermainYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, found family, high fantasy, magic, romantasy
5. A Game of GodsAuthor: Scarlett St. ClairYear published: 2023Genre and themes: Greek mythology, adult, dark, fantasy, mythology, romantasy, smut
6. A Game of Love and BetrayalAuthor: Elayna R. GalleaYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
7. A Million Kisses in Your LifetimeAuthor: Monica MurphyYear published: 2022Genre and themes: contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, high school, new adult, smut, young adult
8. A Promise so Bold and BrokenAuthor: Sophia St. GermainYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy, slow burn
9. A Ruin of RosesAuthor: K.F. BreeneYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, dragons, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, retellings, romantasy, shapeshifters
10. A Ship of Bones & TeethAuthor: Karina HalleYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mermaids, pirates, retellings, romantasy
11. A Ship of Bones & TeethAuthor: Karina HalleYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mermaids, pirates, retellings, romantasy
12. A Ship of Bones and TeethAuthor: Karina HalleYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mermaids, pirates, retellings, romantasy
13. A Soul to KeepAuthor: Opal ReyneYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, monster, paranormal, romantasy, smut
14. A Tongue so Sweet and DeadlyAuthor: Sophia St. GermainYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
15. A Touch of ChaosAuthor: Scarlett St. ClairYear published: 2024Genre and themes: Greek mythology, adult, dark, fantasy, mythology, retellings, romantasy
16. A Touch of RuinAuthor: Scarlett St. ClairYear published: 2020Genre and themes: Greek mythology, adult, dark, fantasy, mythology, retellings, romantasy
17. AlchemisedAuthor: SenLinYuYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark fantasy, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy
18. AnathemaAuthor: Keri LakeYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark fantasy, fantasy, gothic, horror, romantasy
19. Any Means NecessaryAuthor: Lila HerronYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, mafia, plus size, smut
20. AshesAuthor: K.G. ReussYear published: 2023Genre and themes: abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, high school, mental health, new adult, why choose
21. Bad BishopAuthor: L.J. ShenYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience
22. Badly BehavedAuthor: Meagan BrandyYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, high school, new adult, why choose
23. Between Desire and DenialAuthor: Shain RoseYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, friends to lovers, he falls first
24. Black SheepAuthor: Alexa HarloweYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, serial killer, smut, thriller
25. Black SunshineAuthor: Karina HalleYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
26. Black ThornsAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, second chance
27. BlackthornAuthor: J.T. GeissingerYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, gothic, paranormal, romantasy
28. Blade of IrisAuthor: K.A. KnightYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, smut, why choose
29. Blitz'dAuthor: Lee McCormickYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, m m romance, sports
30. Blood of HerculesAuthor: Jasmine MasYear published: 2024Genre and themes: Greek mythology, adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mythology, romantasy, why choose
31. Blood OrangeAuthor: Karina HalleYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, gothic, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
32. Bloodied HandsAuthor: Adelaide ForrestYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, mafia, second chance
33. Bonds of HerculesAuthor: Jasmine MasYear published: 2025Genre and themes: Greek mythology, adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mythology, romantasy, why choose
34. Born for SilkAuthor: Nicci HarrisYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, science fiction, smut
35. Bratva MenaceAuthor: T.J. MaguireYear published: 2025Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, found family, m f romance, mafia
36. Breath Mints / Battle ScarsAuthor: Onyx_and_ElmYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, magic, new adult, romantasy
37. Broken BondsAuthor: J. BreeYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, why choose
38. Broken FaeAuthor: Caroline PeckhamYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, vampires, why choose
39. Brutal PrinceAuthor: Sophie LarkYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience, smut
40. Burning DaylightAuthor: Emily McIntireYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, fantasy, forbidden romance, retellings
41. By Frenzy I RuinAuthor: Cora ReillyYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, friends to lovers, mafia, new adult, second chance
42. By Sin I Rise: Part TwoAuthor: Cora ReillyYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forbidden romance, mafia, new adult
43. Camera ShyAuthor: Kay CoveYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, friends to lovers, plus size, smut
44. Capri 1.5Author: Jahquel J.Year published: 2024Genre and themes: African American, adult, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers, novella
45. Capri 2Author: Jahquel J.Year published: 2024Genre and themes: African American, adult, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers
46. Capri 3Author: Jahquel J.Year published: 2024Genre and themes: African American, adult, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers
47. CapturedAuthor: Lauren BielYear published: 2023Genre and themes: abuse, adult, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, horror, smut
48. Carving for CaraAuthor: Melissa McSherryYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, halloween, holiday, horror, novella, smut
49. CataclysmAuthor: Sarah BaileyYear published: 2021Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, friends to lovers, smut, why choose
50. Chasing LoveAuthor: Kat T. MasenYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, second chance, smut
51. Chasing the WildAuthor: Elliott RoseYear published: 2024Genre and themes: Westerns, adult, contemporary, cowboy, dark, forbidden romance, forced proximity, small town
52. City of Gods and MonstersAuthor: Kayla EdwardsYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, urban fantasy, vampires
53. City of Smoke and BrimstoneAuthor: Kayla EdwardsYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, urban fantasy, vampires, witches
54. Club 22Author: Tate JamesYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers, new adult, smut, why choose
55. Cold Hearted BastardAuthor: Jenika SnowYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, mafia, smut
56. Cold Hearted CasanovaAuthor: L.J. ShenYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, marriage of convenience, slow burn
57. Corpse RoadsAuthor: J. RoseYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, mystery, slow burn, suspense, thriller, why choose
58. Corrupt KingdomAuthor: Ava HarrisonYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia
59. Court of the Vampire QueenAuthor: Katee RobertYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, smut, vampires, why choose
60. CrashAuthor: Kathy LockheartYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, doctors, forced proximity, friends to lovers, second chance, suspense
61. Craving DangerAuthor: Michelle HeardYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, workplace
62. CredenceAuthor: Penelope DouglasYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, new adult, smut
63. Cruel PrincesAuthor: Jillian FrostYear published: 2021Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, smut, why choose
64. Cruel SeductionAuthor: Katee RobertYear published: 2023Genre and themes: Greek mythology, adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mythology, retellings, smut
65. DaggermouthAuthor: H.M. WolfeYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, book club, dark, dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy
66. Damaged GoodsAuthor: L.J. ShenYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers, new adult, sports
67. DanteAuthor: Sadie KincaidYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, smut
68. Dark SongAuthor: Christine FeehanYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, paranormal, urban fantasy, vampires
69. Dark TarotAuthor: Christine FeehanYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, paranormal, shapeshifters, urban fantasy, vampires
70. Darling VenomAuthor: Parker S. HuntingtonYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mental health, new adult, slow burn
71. Dear ReaderAuthor: Tate JamesYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mystery, suspense, why choose
72. Death's ObsessionAuthor: Avina St. GravesYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, novella, paranormal, romantasy, smut
73. Demon's BrideAuthor: Leigh MillerYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, smut, witches
74. Den of VipersAuthor: K.A. KnightYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, fantasy, smut, why choose
75. DetainedAuthor: Luna MasonYear published: 2024Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, smut
76. Devious ObsessionAuthor: S. MasseryYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, college, dark, enemies to lovers, hockey, sports
77. DevotedAuthor: Luna MasonYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, smut
78. Does It Hurt?Author: H.D. CarltonYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mystery, smut, thriller
79. DomAuthor: S.J. TillyYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience
80. Don't StopAuthor: Lauren BielYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, halloween, horror, novella, serial killer, smut
81. Done RightAuthor: Rhianna BurwellYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, erotica, m f romance, novella, smut
82. DragonAuthor: Kat BlackthorneYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, halloween, paranormal, smut, vampires, why choose
83. Empire of DesireAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forbidden romance, marriage of convenience, smut
84. Empire of LustAuthor: J.L. BeckYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, crime, dark, mafia, smut
85. EnigmaAuthor: RuNyxYear published: 2025Genre and themes: academia, adult, dark, dark academia, fantasy, gothic, mystery, romantasy
86. Everything We Never SaidAuthor: Sloan HarlowYear published: 2024Genre and themes: contemporary, dark, mystery, suspense, thriller, young adult
87. FairydaleAuthor: Veronica LancetYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, gothic, historical, paranormal, romantasy
88. Feathers So ViciousAuthor: Liv ZanderYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark fantasy, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, why choose
89. Fierce KingAuthor: Sadie KincaidYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, marriage of convenience, smut
90. Filthy Rich VampireAuthor: Geneva LeeYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
91. FirstAuthor: Ali HazelwoodYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, fantasy, novella, omegaverse, paranormal, romantasy, science fiction
92. Five BrothersAuthor: Penelope DouglasYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut, why choose
93. Forged in FlamesAuthor: Ivy SmoakYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, mystery, new adult
94. Fractured ShadowsAuthor: K.A. KnightYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, why choose
95. Frozen HeartsAuthor: R.A. SmythYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, college, dark, enemies to lovers, hockey, sports, why choose
96. Gilded CageAuthor: Nicole FoxYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, mafia, new adult, smut
97. God of MaliceAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut
98. God of PainAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia
99. God of RuinAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut
100. God of WrathAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, new adult
101. GoldAuthor: Raven KennedyYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
102. GothikanaAuthor: RuNyxYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark academia, fantasy, gothic, mystery, paranormal, romantasy
103. GravesAuthor: Katelyn TaylorYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, forced proximity, smut, why choose
104. GrimAuthor: D.J. KrimmerYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, gothic, paranormal, rom com, romantasy
105. GunnerAuthor: Rebecca SharpYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, mystery, small town, suspense
106. HansAuthor: S.J. TillyYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, forced proximity, found family, mafia
107. Hate MeAuthor: ["Summer O'Toole"]Year published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience, second chance, smut
108. Hateful GamesAuthor: Simran .Year published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience, smut
109. Haunting AdelineAuthor: H.D. CarltonYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, horror, smut, thriller
110. He Knows When You’re AwakeAuthor: Alta HensleyYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, christmas, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, holiday, smut
111. He Sees You When You're SleepingAuthor: Alta HensleyYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, book club, christmas, contemporary, dark, holiday, smut
112. Heartless HeathensAuthor: Santana KnoxYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, erotica, fantasy, gothic, horror, smut, why choose
113. Heir of IllusionAuthor: Madeline TaylorYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy, slow burn
114. Her SaintAuthor: Harmony WestYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, smut
115. Her Soul for RevengeAuthor: Harley LarouxYear published: 2021Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, dark, demons, fantasy, horror, paranormal, smut
116. Her Soul to TakeAuthor: Harley LarouxYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, horror, paranormal, romantasy, smut
117. Her VillainsAuthor: Jade PresleyYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, smut, why choose
118. HersAuthor: A.K. RoseYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut, suspense, why choose
119. Hidden ScarsAuthor: Andi JaxonYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, college, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, m m romance, sports
120. Hidden TruthsAuthor: Neva AltajYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, forced proximity, mafia
121. Highest BidderAuthor: Sara CateYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, erotica, forced proximity, smut
122. HollowAuthor: Caroline PeckhamYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, dragons, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
123. HookedAuthor: Emily McIntireYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, retellings, smut
124. Hunting AdelineAuthor: H.D. CarltonYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, horror, smut, thriller
125. If There's a WayAuthor: Jessie WalkerYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, contemporary, dark, found family, friends to lovers, m m romance, mental health, second chance
126. In The DarkAuthor: Chelsea CurtoYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers, halloween, he falls first
127. InsatiableAuthor: Leigh RiversYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, second chance, smut
128. IrishAuthor: Brittanee NicoleYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, friends to lovers, mafia, second chance
129. Ivory AshesAuthor: Nicole FoxYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, mafia, smut, surprise pregnancy
130. June FirstAuthor: Jennifer HartmannYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, emotional, forbidden romance, friends to lovers, new adult, slow burn
131. Just a Bit CaptivatedAuthor: Alessandra HazardYear published: 2023Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, m m romance
132. Keeping My BrideAuthor: Angela SnyderYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience, smut
133. King of EnvyAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, smut
134. King of GreedAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, second chance, smut
135. King of PrideAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, forbidden romance, smut
136. King of SlothAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, smut
137. King of WrathAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, marriage of convenience
138. Kings of QuarantineAuthor: Caroline PeckhamYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, high school, new adult, smut, why choose
139. KingstonAuthor: Leila JamesYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, m m romance, new adult, why choose
140. Kiss the VillainAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2025Genre and themes: BDSM, LGBT, adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, m m romance
141. Lawless GodAuthor: Lola KingYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, second chance, smut
142. Leather & LarkAuthor: Brynne WeaverYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, horror, marriage of convenience, thriller
143. Leather & LarkAuthor: Brynne WeaverYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, horror, marriage of convenience, thriller
144. Liars Like UsAuthor: J.T. GeissingerYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, erotica, forced proximity, marriage of convenience
145. Lies of My MonsterAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, military
146. Lights OutAuthor: Navessa AllenYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, smut, thriller
147. LilacAuthor: B.B. ReidYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, music, smut, why choose
148. Little DevilAuthor: Bethany WintersYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, high school, m f romance, new adult, smut
149. Live and Let LionelAuthor: Caroline PeckhamYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, dragons, fae, fantasy, new adult, romantasy, vampires
150. Loathing YouAuthor: Amina KhanYear published: 2023Genre and themes: LGBT, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, lesbian, queer, young adult
151. Lonely for You OnlyAuthor: Monica MurphyYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, new adult, slow burn
152. Lords of MercyAuthor: Angel LawsonYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut, why choose
153. Lords of PainAuthor: Angel LawsonYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, new adult, smut, why choose
154. Losers: Part IAuthor: Harley LarouxYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, LGBT, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, m m romance, smut, why choose
155. LotusAuthor: Jennifer HartmannYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers, mystery, second chance, slow burn
156. Love & Other KillersAuthor: Brynne WeaverYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, novella, serial killer, short stories, thriller
157. Love & Other KillersAuthor: Brynne WeaverYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, novella, serial killer, short stories, thriller
158. Love UnexpectedAuthor: Q.B. TylerYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, age gap, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, forbidden romance, smut
159. LuxeAuthor: Daisy AllenYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, smut, workplace
160. MadameAuthor: Sara CateYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, LGBT, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, second chance, smut, why choose
161. Masked SinsAuthor: Amanda RichardsonYear published: 2024Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forbidden romance, smut
162. MercyAuthor: Sara CateYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, forbidden romance, smut
163. Mind to BendAuthor: Aurelia KnightYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, smut
164. My Blade, Your BackAuthor: K.M. MoronovaYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, forced proximity, military, romantasy
165. My Dark DesireAuthor: L.J. ShenYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, forced proximity, retellings
166. My Dark RomeoAuthor: Parker S. HuntingtonYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, forced proximity, marriage of convenience
167. My MaddieAuthor: Tillie ColeYear published: 2020Genre and themes: abuse, adult, contemporary, crime, dark, emotional, new adult
168. My Pucking CrushAuthor: Tori ChaseYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, forced proximity, hockey, m m romance, sports
169. Nectar of the WickedAuthor: Ella FieldsYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
170. Neon GodsAuthor: Katee RobertYear published: 2021Genre and themes: Greek mythology, adult, dark, fantasy, mythology, retellings, smut
171. NeroAuthor: S.J. TillyYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, mafia, smut
172. NightfallAuthor: Penelope DouglasYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, second chance, smut
173. NightshadeAuthor: Autumn WoodsYear published: 2025Genre and themes: academia, adult, contemporary, dark, dark academia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mystery, romantasy
174. No PrinceAuthor: Stevie J. ColeYear published: 2020Genre and themes: abuse, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, high school, new adult, young adult
175. NocticadiaAuthor: Keri LakeYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark academia, fantasy, gothic, mystery, romantasy, slow burn
176. Now Open Your EyesAuthor: Nicole FiorinaYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, emotional, mental health, new adult, smut
177. Now You're MineAuthor: Morgan BridgesYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mystery, smut
178. NyxAuthor: Serena AkeroydYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, smut
179. ObsessionAuthor: K. LoraineYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, shapeshifters, vampires, why choose
180. ObsidianAuthor: K.F. BreeneYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy, urban fantasy
181. Of Blood and AetherAuthor: Harper HawthorneYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, friends to lovers, high fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy
182. OlderAuthor: Jennifer HartmannYear published: 2024Genre and themes: abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, forbidden romance, found family, slow burn
183. Once Upon a Demon's HeartAuthor: K.M. MoronovaYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, enemies to lovers, fantasy, forced proximity, romantasy
184. Our Vicious OathsAuthor: N.E. DavenportYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, dragons, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, romantasy
185. Own MeAuthor: K.A. TuckerYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, erotica, smut
186. PageantAuthor: Lilith VincentYear published: 2022Genre and themes: abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, smut, why choose
187. Painted ScarsAuthor: Neva AltajYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience
188. Pen PalAuthor: J.T. GeissingerYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, mystery, paranormal, smut, suspense, thriller
189. PhantasmaAuthor: Kaylie SmithYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, gothic, horror, paranormal, romantasy
190. Pirate GirlsAuthor: Penelope DouglasYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, friends to lovers, high school, new adult, sports
191. PlayedAuthor: Sadie KincaidYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, gay, m m romance, queer, second chance
192. PraiseAuthor: Sara CateYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, forbidden romance, smut, workplace
193. Pretty Rings & Broken ThingsAuthor: Kat SingletonYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, he falls first, marriage of convenience
194. Pretty Rings & Broken ThingsAuthor: Kat SingletonYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, he falls first, marriage of convenience
195. Psycho FaeAuthor: Jasmine MasYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, omegaverse, paranormal, romantasy, shapeshifters, why choose
196. Psycho ShiftersAuthor: Jasmine MasYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, omegaverse, paranormal, romantasy, shapeshifters, why choose
197. Queen of ChaosAuthor: Amelia HutchinsYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, witches
198. Queen Takes RoseAuthor: Katee RobertYear published: 2020Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, dark, erotica, fantasy, lesbian, queer, retellings, smut
199. Reaper and RuinAuthor: Elle ThorpeYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, found family, m m romance, serial killer, why choose
200. Reckless HeirAuthor: Jenika SnowYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, mafia, marriage of convenience, smut
201. Reckless RoadAuthor: Christine FeehanYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, fantasy, paranormal, suspense
202. RedamancyAuthor: H.C. DoloresYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, second chance
203. Relentless DevilAuthor: Kylie KentYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, he falls first, mafia, smut
204. Rook & RebelAuthor: Kate CrewYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, found family, smut
205. Rook & RebelAuthor: Kate CrewYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, found family, smut
206. Rose in ChainsAuthor: Julie SotoYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, magic, romantasy
207. Royal SavageAuthor: Victoria AshleyYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, new adult, smut
208. Ruthless KnightAuthor: Ashley JadeYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, high school, new adult, sports
209. SabotageAuthor: Shantel TessierYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, smut
210. Salem's FallAuthor: Rektok RossYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, book club, dark, halloween, horror, mystery, paranormal, thriller
211. Salt KissAuthor: Sierra SimoneYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, LGBT, adult, contemporary, dark, m m romance, smut
212. SashaAuthor: Eva WinnersYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, second chance
213. Scythe & SparrowAuthor: Brynne WeaverYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, friends to lovers, thriller
214. Scythe & SparrowAuthor: Brynne WeaverYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, friends to lovers, thriller
215. Secrets and MasksAuthor: Emerald_SlytherinYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, slow burn
216. SeraphAuthor: Lily MayneYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, dark, dystopia, fantasy, m m romance, monster, paranormal, post apocalyptic
217. Shadows So CruelAuthor: Liv ZanderYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark fantasy, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, shapeshifters
218. Shattered VowsAuthor: Shain RoseYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience
219. SickoAuthor: Amo JonesYear published: 2020Genre and themes: BDSM, abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut, suspense
220. Silver Wings Golden GamesAuthor: Evie MarceauYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
221. Sinful VowAuthor: asia MoniqueYear published: 2022Genre and themes: African American, adult, contemporary, crime, dark, mafia, marriage of convenience
222. Sorrow and StarlightAuthor: Caroline PeckhamYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
223. Soul of a WitchAuthor: Harley LarouxYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, horror, paranormal, smut, witches
224. SovereignAuthor: Raya Morris EdwardsYear published: 2024Genre and themes: BDSM, Westerns, adult, contemporary, cowboy, dark, forced proximity, smut
225. Start a WarAuthor: Elle ThorpeYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, smut, suspense, why choose
226. Stolen CrushAuthor: C.M. StunichYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, high school, mystery, new adult, why choose
227. StrandedAuthor: Selena WintersYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, christmas, crime, dark, erotica, forced proximity, holiday, novella
228. Sweet ObsessionAuthor: Katee RobertYear published: 2025Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mythology, retellings
229. Sweetheart: Part TwoAuthor: Marie MackayYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, forced proximity, omegaverse, paranormal, why choose
230. Tease Me OnceAuthor: W. WintersYear published: 2021Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, crime, dark, erotica, mafia, smut
231. Tempted by DeceptionAuthor: Rina KentYear published: 2021Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia
232. Tempting Little ThiefAuthor: Meagan BrandyYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mafia, new adult, smut
233. TetheredAuthor: Elayna R. GalleaYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, fantasy, forced proximity, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
234. That Sik LuvAuthor: Jescie HallYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, smut
235. The ArchitectAuthor: Nikki SloaneYear published: 2021Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, smut, why choose
236. The AscendedAuthor: Bree GrenwichYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, gods, magic, romantasy
237. The Aspect of EssenceAuthor: Samantha AmstutzYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, high fantasy, magic, romantasy
238. The BeastAuthor: Jenika SnowYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, erotica, fantasy, monster, novella, paranormal, retellings, smut
239. The Blood We Crave: Part TwoAuthor: Monty JayYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, found family, serial killer
240. The Book of AzraelAuthor: Amber V. NicoleYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
241. The CovenAuthor: Harper L. WoodsYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, vampires, witches
242. The Danger You KnowAuthor: Lily WhiteYear published: 2020Genre and themes: abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, erotica, suspense
243. The Dark KingAuthor: Gina L. MaxwellYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy
244. The Dark Lord's Guide to Dating – and Other War CrimesAuthor: Tiffany HuntYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, forced proximity, humor, magic, romantasy
245. The Darkest NoteAuthor: Nelia AlarconYear published: 2022Genre and themes: contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, high school, new adult, young adult
246. The Death KingAuthor: Penelope BarsettiYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, dragons, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy
247. The DevilAuthor: Michelle HeardYear published: 2025Genre and themes: abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, found family, he falls first, mafia, slow burn
248. The Devious HusbandAuthor: Catharina MauraYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, he falls first, marriage of convenience
249. The EmperorAuthor: RuNyxYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forbidden romance, friends to lovers, mafia, mystery, second chance
250. The EmpressAuthor: Michelle HeardYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience, second chance
251. The Ever KingAuthor: L.J. AndrewsYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, pirates, romantasy
252. The Ever QueenAuthor: L.J. AndrewsYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, pirates, romantasy
253. The Forsaken KingAuthor: Penelope BarsettiYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, dragons, enemies to lovers, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy
254. The Four LeafAuthor: Lee JacquotYear published: 2022Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, friends to lovers, holiday, novella, smut
255. The Good Girl EffectAuthor: Sara CateYear published: 2025Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, forbidden romance, forced proximity, smut
256. The HunterAuthor: Jenika SnowYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, erotica, fantasy, monster, novella, paranormal, retellings
257. The Kings of KearnyAuthor: Navessa AllenYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, military, smut
258. The Lies of LenaAuthor: Kylie SnowYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark fantasy, fantasy, magic, romantasy, witches
259. The Lies We StealAuthor: Monty JayYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mystery, new adult
260. The Mist ThiefAuthor: L.J. AndrewsYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, pirates, romantasy
261. The PoisonerAuthor: I.V. OpheliaYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, gothic, horror, paranormal, romantasy, vampires
262. The Pucking Wrong NumberAuthor: C.R. JaneYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, hockey, sports
263. The Sea Witch: A Little Mermaid RetellingAuthor: Rebecca F. KenneyYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, retellings, romantasy, smut
264. The TearsmithAuthor: Erin DoomYear published: 2020Genre and themes: contemporary, dark, drama, enemies to lovers, fantasy, new adult, young adult
265. The Trouble With LoveAuthor: Kat T. MasenYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, forbidden romance, friends to lovers, smut
266. The Unseelie CrownAuthor: Kathryn Ann KingsleyYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
267. The Unwanted MarriageAuthor: Catharina MauraYear published: 2023Genre and themes: abuse, adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, marriage of convenience
268. The Wrath of the FallenAuthor: Amber V. NicoleYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, dark fantasy, enemies to lovers, fantasy, gods, romantasy
269. The Wrong HeartAuthor: Jennifer HartmannYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, emotional, enemies to lovers, mental health, slow burn
270. The Wrong WifeAuthor: L. SteeleYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, marriage of convenience
271. There Are No SaintsAuthor: Sophie LarkYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, serial killer, smut, thriller
272. Thorne PrincessAuthor: L.J. ShenYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forbidden romance, forced proximity, slow burn
273. To Bleed a Crystal BloomAuthor: Sarah A. ParkerYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, magic, new adult, retellings, romantasy
274. Tourist SeasonAuthor: Brynne WeaverYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mystery, thriller
275. TurmoilAuthor: J.L. WeilYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, high school, new adult, smut
276. Twisted DevotionAuthor: Poppy St. JohnYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, mafia, smut
277. Twisted GameAuthor: Eva AshwoodYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, smut, why choose
278. Twisted HateAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut
279. Twisted LiesAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, fake dating, forced proximity, smut
280. Twisted LoveAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, new adult, smut
281. Twisted Series 4 Books CollectionAuthor: Ana HuangYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, smut
282. Unbreak MeAuthor: Reese RiversYear published: 2022Genre and themes: abuse, adult, contemporary, dark, forced proximity, friends to lovers, military, why choose
283. UnfurlAuthor: Elodie HartYear published: 2023Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, contemporary, dark, erotica, smut
284. Unhinged TitanAuthor: E.V. OlsenYear published: 2024Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, college, dark, hockey, m m romance, sports
285. Unholy VowsAuthor: Mila KaneYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, he falls first, mafia, marriage of convenience
286. Untamed VixenAuthor: Luna PierceYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, mafia, second chance, smut, why choose
287. Us Dark FewAuthor: Alexis PattonYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, science fiction
288. VaultAuthor: Tate JamesYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, new adult, novella, smut, why choose
289. Vengeful LiesAuthor: T.L. SmithYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, billionaire, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience
290. Venomous KissAuthor: T.L. SmithYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, crime, dark, forbidden romance, smut
291. Vicious QueenAuthor: Jillian FrostYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, m m romance, mafia, smut, why choose
292. Viciously YoursAuthor: Jamie Applegate HunterYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, high fantasy, magic, romantasy
293. Warrior FaeAuthor: Caroline PeckhamYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, shapeshifters, vampires, why choose
294. Watch Your BackAuthor: Tate JamesYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, mystery, suspense, why choose
295. What Fury BringsAuthor: Tricia LevensellerYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fantasy, high fantasy, romantasy
296. What Lies Beyond the VeilAuthor: Harper L. WoodsYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
297. What Lurks Between the FatesAuthor: Harper L. WoodsYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, fae, fantasy, magic, romantasy
298. When He TakesAuthor: Gabrielle SandsYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, crime, dark, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, mafia, marriage of convenience, second chance, slow burn
299. Whips and ChainsAuthor: Elle ThorpeYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, found family, m m romance, why choose
300. White NightsAuthor: Anna ZairesYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, dark, mafia, new adult, suspense
301. WrathAuthor: Ella JamesYear published: 2021Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, m m romance, sports
302. You're NextAuthor: Tate JamesYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, college, contemporary, dark, enemies to lovers, smut, suspense, why choose

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Frequently asked questions

How recent do comp titles need to be?

Comp titles should be published within the past five to seven years so it is representative of the current market potential of your manuscript.

Can I use bestselling books as a comp title?

Yes, you can! However, the books that have sold the most copies aren’t always the most suitable comp titles. While it’s integral that a comp title has sold well, it’s better to choose a comp title that’s sold less well but more closely represents the tone and overall vibe of your own book.

How many comp titles should I include in my query letter?

You should aim for two comp titles in your query letter. You can include three, but agents would expect more than one.

Can I use a series as a comp title?

You can, but it’s best to pick a specific book within that series that best represents your manuscript.

What if I can’t find a dark romance comp title that fits my book?

You can broaden your horizons to also include other subgenres of romance!