Inklore, publisher of A Knight and Her Emperor, Vol. 1
When war erupts in Ehas, a terrible man sends his daughter, Pollyanna, to fight. But she sees her own opportunity: to become the most esteemed knight who has ever lived, thwarting her father’s hopes that she die unknown. In the enemy kingdom of Acrea, young King Luxos plans to use the war to achieve his vision of a unified continent. When he captures Pollyanna, Luxos orders her execution—until she puts his knights to shame. Pollyanna and Luxos vow to work together to establish peace and build a grand empire. But what happens when the young king realizes that this knight has conquered his heart?
Romantasy, or romantic fantasy, has been growing in popularity for the last few years. In the comics and graphic novel world, romantasy is a standard subgenre, and manga and manhwa thrive on romantasy themes. From time travel to mythology to witches and magical creatures, there’s something for every kind of romantasy reader. Trust that the yearning is there, especially with the long-running series. Many popular manga/manhwa series have been adapted into anime series, so you can watch your faves fall in love all over again.
7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy! Vol. 1 by Hinoki Kino and Touko Amekawa
In this reincarnation manga, Riche keeps returning to her 20th birthday and getting dumped. After lives lived as a maid, merchant, hunter, and apothecary, Rishe hopes that she can live out her seventh life as happily and lazily as possible. Then, the Crown Prince, who killed her in previous lives, proposes marriage. Rishe must use her skills and charm to influence the kingdom, all while avoiding another time loop.
Hi, I’m A Witch, and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion Vol. 1 by Kamada, Eiko Mutsuhana, and vient
Rose, the witch of the lake, has had a crush on grumpy Sir Harji for ages, so when he asks her to make a love potion, she’s the one who’s crushed. Gathering ingredients together, Sir Harji and Rose find a connection. Based on the web novel series, this manga adaptation is highly detailed and shows a different side to both characters.
Yona of the Dawn, Vol. 1 by Mizuho Kusangi
This ongoing manga series tells the story of sheltered Princess Yona as she flees a coup in the kingdom of Kouka. On her 16th birthday, Yona witnesses her father’s murder and is forced to flee. Yona and her guard, Son Hak, journey to save Kouka from invasion and find the descendants of the Dragon Warriors.
The Remarried Empress Vol. 1 by HereLee, SUMPUL, and Alphatart
Adapted from a web novel, this manhwa series is a fantastical political drama. Empress Navier Ellie Trovi of the Eastern Empire and her husband, Emperor Sovieshu, were supposed to be a match made in heaven. Until Sovieshu asks divorce so he can wed his mistress. Navier offers her own condition: that she be allowed to marry the man of her choosing, Prince Heinley of the Western Empire.
Snow White With The Red Hair Vol. 1 by Sorata Akiduki
Taking inspiration from the classic fairytale, this manga series follows a young herbalist, Shirayuki. Independent and careful, Shirayuki turns down the prince who prizes her for her bright red hair. When she runs away to a neighboring kingdom, Shirayuki finds an ally in Prince Zen. Shirayuki saves Zen from a poisoned apple, securing her place as the palace herbalist.
A Witch’s Love at the End of the World by Kujira
Magical prodigy Alice has only ever studied to use her magic for revenge against those who have used witches as tools. When Mari, a magic-less human, arrives at the academy, Alice’s whole worldview opens up to something new.
The fantasy and romance world has so much more to offer! If you’re new to reading manga/ manhwa, here’s a beginner’s guide. Want more manhwa? Try these romance manhwa to explore some different tropes. For a more romantasy-focused adventure, try these romantasy books with the best banter.
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