By Jennifer McFadden

Missing that romance this year? Not feeling the vibes? These books will put you in the spirit for autumn this year to let your imagination run wild. The authors have carefully crafted these stories with their target audience in mind.

You're the one I haunt by Katie Jung

Protagonist Libby Lakoski must team up with a distractingly handsome ghost to save the love of her life from a generational curse. This novel will appeal to those who love a complex, paranormal romance with a hint of spice and will not be able to put it down. Giving it a deserved place at Top 1 on Halloween Romance Books and Paranormal Rom Coms for 2026.

No such thing as witches by Stella Marie Alden

This novel awarded 4.5 stars on Goodreads will appeal to those who enjoy a fast paced, paranormal romance. A man whose partner has a past with the FBI, this book has that edge of professionalism rarely found in otherworldly themes. Being part of a series, people are open to explore more of this couple's adventures.

One dark window by Rachel Gillig

A gothic romantic fantasy novel made for young adults. This book is the first of a duology, being rated 3.5 spice with moderate scenes. The main character is pushed to face her own monster, placing it at top 1 on Best Halloween Romance Books for Finding Fiction.

Pumpkin spice cafe by Laurie Gilmoure

A cosy, romantic autumnal book which is part of a series, but can stand-alone as it’s unique plot can draw you away from the norm. The protagonist Jeanie leaves her stressful office job to open her aunt's inherited cafe in a small town, falling in love with Logan, a grumpy farmer. If you enjoy the enemies to lovers and small-town fiction tropes you will be glued to the pages.

K.J. Dell'Antonia’s Playing the witch card

Another romantic fantasy, this one being chaotic and light-hearted. In this play on Gilmore Girls with themes of family and relationship drama, readers will be obsessed with the riveting final half.

These riveting yet unknown reads will put a mysterious spin on your romanticised autumn experience. Unfortunately, they are still niche but will still take you to another world.

Five romance novels to “spice” up your autumn this year