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: This Sahitya Akademi Award-winning novel is a must-read for fans of historical romance. It tells the true-to-life love story of the author’s aunt, Princess Sanatombi, and a British officer, Lt. Col. Henry P. Maxwell. It is highly regarded for its vivid portrayal of royal life and its bold exploration of a woman's choice to follow her heart despite social criticism. The student edition and other versions are often available on Amazon. Contemporary Story Collections

Some of the most popular Manipuri romantic fiction is rooted in the state's rich royal history.

Modern collections often blend romance with folklore, realism, and social commentary.

The modern Manipuri novel began with themes of idealized love and social sacrifice.

: Widely considered the first Meitei novel, it remains a cornerstone of the genre. This romantic story follows two couples—Urirei and Biren, and Madhabi and Dhiren—weaving a narrative of selfless love and personal sacrifice against the backdrop of early 20th-century Manipuri society. You can find an English translation of this classic published by the Manipur State Kala Akademi .

: A significant early work that explores themes of love across different social or cultural boundaries. Historical Romance & Royal Legacies

Manipuri literature offers a lush tapestry of romantic fiction, ranging from ancient epic ballads to modern novels that explore complex emotional landscapes. For readers seeking a collection of romantic stories or a definitive romantic fiction book from Manipur, the following works represent the genre's finest milestones.

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