Choosing the right demons comp titles for your query letter can make or break your chances of being published.
The purpose of comp titles is for agents and publishing house editors to gauge the genre of your book as well as the tone and market potential of your work.
I regularly update this list of demons romance comp titles to make sure you’re always working with relevant books.
No matter if you’re writing a sweet, slow-burn demons 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.
- American DemonYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, demons, fantasy, magic, paranormal, urban fantasy, vampires, witches
- Black Truth, White LiesYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, demons, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, urban fantasy, witches
- City of NightYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, demons, enemies to lovers, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, urban fantasy, witches
- Dark HorseYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, demons, fae, fantasy, paranormal, shapeshifters, urban fantasy, vampires, why choose
- Dark TarotYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, paranormal, shapeshifters, urban fantasy, vampires
- Demon's BrideYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, smut, witches
- For Whom the Belle TollsYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, demons, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy
- Her Soul for RevengeYear published: 2021Genre and themes: BDSM, adult, dark, demons, fantasy, horror, paranormal, smut
- Her Soul to TakeYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, horror, paranormal, romantasy, smut
- I Accidentally Summoned a Demon BoyfriendYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, demons, fantasy, magic, monster, paranormal, romantasy, urban fantasy
- Inner DemonsYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, demons, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, urban fantasy, witches
- Luck of the DemonYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, demons, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, urban fantasy, witches
- Once Upon a Demon's HeartYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, enemies to lovers, fantasy, forced proximity, romantasy
- Playboy KingYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, demons, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, shapeshifters, vampires
- Soul of a WitchYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, demons, fantasy, horror, paranormal, smut, witches
- Speak of the DemonYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, demons, enemies to lovers, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, urban fantasy, witches
Other resources to assist with your querying journey
Comp titles are only a small piece of the querying puzzle! Here are other resources I offer to help writers achieve their dreams of publishing their novels:
- Developmental editing services
- Pre-querying package
- Publishers accepting manuscript submissions this month
- Romance tropes list
- Random romance trope generator
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 bestselling books aren’t always the most suitable options. 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 closer 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 demons romance comp title that fits my book?
You can broaden your horizons to also include other subgenres of romance!