Time travel romance comp titles for your query letter (updated 2026)

When you’re querying a time travel 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 time travel romance comp titles to make sure you’re always working with relevant books.

No matter if you’re writing a sweet, slow-burn time travel 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. All About UsAuthor: Tom EllenYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, chick lit, christmas, contemporary, holiday, time travel
2. Cassandra in ReverseAuthor: Holly SmaleYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, book club, chick lit, contemporary, fantasy, magical realism, science fiction, time travel
3. CrossingsAuthor: Alex LandraginYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, book club, books about books, fantasy, historical, magical realism, mystery, time travel
4. Go Tell the Bees That I Am GoneAuthor: Diana GabaldonYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, fantasy, historical, time travel
5. In Five YearsAuthor: Rebecca SerleYear published: 2020Genre and themes: adult, book club, chick lit, contemporary, magical realism, time travel
6. Maybe This TimeAuthor: Cara BastoneYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, chick lit, contemporary, fantasy, rom com, science fiction, time travel
7. Meet Me on the BridgeAuthor: Sarah J. HarrisYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, fantasy, magical realism, science fiction, time travel
8. Never a HeroAuthor: Vanessa LenYear published: 2023Genre and themes: fantasy, magic, paranormal, time travel, urban fantasy, young adult
9. The Austen AffairAuthor: Madeline BellYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, contemporary, fantasy, historical, time travel
10. The Book of DoorsAuthor: Gareth BrownYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, book club, books about books, fantasy, magic, magical realism, mystery, time travel
11. The Book of Lost HoursAuthor: Hayley GelfusoYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, books about books, fantasy, historical, magical realism, science fiction, time travel
12. The Do-OverAuthor: Lynn PainterYear published: 2022Genre and themes: contemporary, fantasy, rom com, time travel, young adult
13. The EverlastingAuthor: Alix E. HarrowYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, fantasy, historical, romantasy, time travel
14. The Good PartAuthor: Sophie CousensYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, chick lit, contemporary, fantasy, magical realism, time travel
15. The Invisible HourAuthor: Alice HoffmanYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, book club, books about books, fantasy, historical, magical realism, time travel
16. The Longing of Lone WolvesAuthor: Lana PecherczykYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, fae, fantasy, magic, paranormal, romantasy, shapeshifters, time travel
17. The Ministry of TimeAuthor: Kaliane BradleyYear published: 2024Genre and themes: adult, book club, fantasy, historical, science fiction, time travel
18. The Other Side of NowAuthor: Paige HarbisonYear published: 2025Genre and themes: Ireland, adult, book club, contemporary, fantasy, magical realism, time travel
19. The RehearsalsAuthor: Annette ChristieYear published: 2021Genre and themes: adult, chick lit, contemporary, fantasy, rom com, time travel
20. The Second Chance YearAuthor: Melissa WiesnerYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, chick lit, christmas, contemporary, holiday, magical realism, time travel
21. The Seven Year SlipAuthor: Ashley PostonYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, book club, contemporary, fantasy, magical realism, time travel
22. The Unmaking of June FarrowAuthor: Adrienne YoungYear published: 2023Genre and themes: adult, book club, fantasy, historical, magical realism, mystery, time travel
23. TwiceAuthor: Mitch AlbomYear published: 2025Genre and themes: adult, book club, contemporary, fantasy, literary fiction, magical realism, time travel

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 time travel romance comp title that fits my book?

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