Romantasy Event - Romantasy Tropes

Romantasy and romance books are not that different in terms of tropes, though some will work better than others in a fantasy setting. 

Here is a list of some of the most popular tropes -

• Enemies to lovers
• Arranged marriage
• Bodyguard
• Cursed
• Falling for the Villain
• Fake relationship
• Forced close proximity
• Kidnapped
• Love triangle
• Soul mates

Many of these tropes cross easily over into fantasy. Enemies to lovers could focus on two rival supernatural clans, forced to work together. Bodyguard romance could focus on a Fae princess and her bodyguard. The possibilities are endless and you can combine tropes to add to the story. Tropes when done right are a great way to draw in readers who love books with similar themes, but it is important to look for some new angles. Putting enough of a twist on a common trope can really make your book stand out. But don't overdo it. Choose two, maybe three tropes and work with them. One example could be a princess is in an arranged marriage, but ends up being kidnapped by a rival clan. There is the option of forced close proximity here or even a love triangle. A fun way might be to write down tropes on individual pieces of paper and picking them at random to use in a story. It can be a fun writing exercise. 

Happy writing!