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Black Romantasy/Romance Authors

Black romantasy and romance authors who deserve a permanent spot on your TBR. 📖 📚

I put this one together because some of my favourite reads this year have come from these authors, and they do not get talked about nearly enough. If you are after black fae, dangerous vampires, dystopian enemies to lovers, myth with real teeth, or Arthurian legend reimagined, there is something here for you.

Swipe through for where to start with each one, and save for your next TBR refresh. 👀

@nia.davenport @tigestgirma girma @hm.wolfe @ayanagray_ @tracydeonn - thank you for the worlds you build. 🩷

Which of these have you read, and who am I missing? Drop your favourites below because I already feel a part two coming. #romantasy #blackauthor #fantasyromance #bookish #tbr

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