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

When you’re querying a dystopia romance, choosing the choosing the right comp titles can make or break your chances of being published.

Agents and publishing house editors use comp titles as a quick way to gauge the genre of your book along with its market potential.

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

No matter if you’re writing a sweet, slow-burn dystopia 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 Sky Beyond the StormAuthor: Sabaa TahirYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adventure, dystopia, fantasy, high fantasy, magic, young adult
2. All That’s Left in the WorldAuthor: Erik J. BrownYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, dystopia, gay, post apocalyptic, queer, science fiction, young adult
3. Annie BotAuthor: Sierra GreerYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, book club, contemporary, dystopia, fantasy, feminism, science fiction
4. Believe MeAuthor: Tahereh MafiYear published: 2021Genre and themes: dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, novella, romantasy, science fiction, young adult
5. BitterAuthor: Akwaeke EmeziYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, contemporary, dystopia, fantasy, magical realism, queer, young adult
6. Born for SilkAuthor: Nicci HarrisYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, fantasy, paranormal, romantasy, science fiction, smut
7. ConformAuthor: Ariel SullivanYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, book club, dystopia, fantasy, romantasy, science fiction
8. DaggermouthAuthor: H.M. WolfeYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, book club, dark, dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy
9. Dating After the End of the WorldAuthor: Jeneva RoseYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dystopia, fantasy, horror, paranormal, post apocalyptic, thriller
10. Destroy the DayAuthor: Brigid KemmererYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adventure, dystopia, fantasy, romantasy, young adult
11. EdinAuthor: Lily MayneYear published: 2021Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, dystopia, fantasy, m m romance, monster, paranormal, post apocalyptic
12. Fable for the End of the WorldAuthor: Ava ReidYear published: 2025Genre and themes: LGBT, dystopia, fantasy, lesbian, queer, science fiction, young adult
13. FearfulAuthor: Lauren RobertsYear published: 2025Genre and themes: dystopia, fantasy, magic, novella, romantasy, young adult
14. FirstAuthor: Ali HazelwoodYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, fantasy, novella, omegaverse, paranormal, romantasy, science fiction
15. GirlcrushAuthor: Florence GivenYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, contemporary, dystopia, feminism, lesbian, mental health, queer
16. Heartless HeathensAuthor: Santana KnoxYear published: 2022Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, erotica, fantasy, gothic, horror, smut, why choose
17. If Tomorrow Doesn't ComeAuthor: Jen St. JudeYear published: 2023Genre and themes: LGBT, contemporary, dystopia, lesbian, mental health, queer, science fiction, young adult
18. Imagine MeAuthor: Tahereh MafiYear published: 2020Genre and themes: dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, science fiction, young adult
19. In the Lives of PuppetsAuthor: T.J. KluneYear published: 2023Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, dystopia, fantasy, queer, retellings, science fiction
20. Iron WidowAuthor: Xiran Jay ZhaoYear published: 2021Genre and themes: LGBT, dystopia, fantasy, historical, queer, science fiction, young adult
21. MothAuthor: Lily MayneYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, m m romance, monster, paranormal, post apocalyptic
22. RecklessAuthor: Lauren RobertsYear published: 2024Genre and themes: dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, magic, romantasy, young adult
23. Red CityAuthor: Marie LuYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dystopia, fantasy, romantasy, science fiction, urban fantasy
24. SeraphAuthor: Lily MayneYear published: 2022Genre and themes: LGBT, adult, dark, dystopia, fantasy, m m romance, monster, paranormal, post apocalyptic
25. Silver EliteAuthor: Dani FrancisYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, science fiction
26. Sunrise on the ReapingAuthor: Suzanne CollinsYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adventure, book club, dystopia, fantasy, science fiction, young adult
27. The Ballad of Songbirds and SnakesAuthor: Suzanne CollinsYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adventure, book club, dystopia, fantasy, science fiction, young adult
28. The BetrayedAuthor: Kiera CassYear published: 2021Genre and themes: dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, historical, royalty, young adult
29. The Dark MirrorAuthor: Samantha ShannonYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dystopia, fantasy, paranormal, science fiction, urban fantasy, young adult
30. The Eve IllusionAuthor: Giovanna FletcherYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adventure, dystopia, fantasy, science fiction, young adult
31. The Last Bookstore on EarthAuthor: Lily Braun-ArnoldYear published: 2025Genre and themes: LGBT, dystopia, fantasy, lesbian, queer, science fiction, young adult
32. The Last Stars in the SkyAuthor: Kate HewittYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, book club, contemporary, dystopia, fantasy, post apocalyptic, science fiction
33. The Mask FallingAuthor: Samantha ShannonYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dystopia, fantasy, paranormal, science fiction, urban fantasy, young adult
34. The Only Light Left BurningAuthor: Erik J. BrownYear published: 2024Genre and themes: LGBT, dystopia, gay, post apocalyptic, queer, science fiction, young adult
35. To Cage a Wild BirdAuthor: Brooke FastYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, science fiction
36. Us Dark FewAuthor: Alexis PattonYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, dark, dystopia, enemies to lovers, fantasy, romantasy, science fiction
37. Wolf ShunnedAuthor: Laurel NightYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, dystopia, fantasy, new adult, paranormal, shapeshifters, slow burn, werewolves, why choose

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 dystopia romance comp title that fits my book?

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