Spring is in the air!

There’s something enchanting about spring. The world shakes off its winter slumber, buds unfurl, and the air hums with possibility. As a romantasy writer—someone who blends romance and fantasy—spring is more than just a change in seasons; it’s a well of inspiration.

The Season of Transformation

Spring is the season of rebirth, a theme at the heart of so many romantasy stories. It’s the time of slow-burning love, where tensions melt like snow and flowers bloom alongside hesitant hearts. The magic of transformation is everywhere, from fairy tale retellings to sweeping fantasy romances where characters grow into their power (and into love).

As I write, I find myself drawn to the imagery of spring—moonlit gardens, whispered promises under cherry blossoms, the intoxicating scent of rain on fresh earth. It’s a season that invites adventure, whether it’s a stolen moment between lovers in a secret glade or a prophecy awakening in the crisp dawn air.

Spring Reads for Romantasy Lovers

If you’re in the mood to match your reading to the season, here are some romantasy books that capture the essence of spring:

1. "Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries" by Heather Fawcett

This cosy romantasy novel is full of folklore, slow-burn romance, and just the right amount of whimsy to match the season’s sense of renewal.

2. "A Court of Thorns and Roses" by Sarah J. Maas

While the series takes readers through all seasons, the first book is particularly fitting for spring, with its blooming gardens, fae courts, and an enemies-to-lovers arc that mirrors nature’s own awakening.

3. "The Serpent and the Wings of Night" by Carissa Broadbent

If you like your springtime romance with a hint of darkness, this book offers tension, courtly intrigue, and an unforgettable love story set against a backdrop of danger.

Writing in the Season of Possibility

As I work on my own romantasy projects, I find that spring reminds me why I write. It’s about possibility, about transformation, about the intoxicating feeling of something new on the horizon. Whether you’re a writer, a reader, or just someone who loves the way the world shifts with the seasons, I hope this spring brings you a little extra magic.

What are your favourite romantasy reads for spring? Let’s talk books in the comments!