Everything you need to know about Off Campus (in an aromatic way, of course)
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If you've been in the reading world for a while—especially on BookTok or Bookstagram—you know exactly what this is about. Sport romance has gone from being a niche subgenre to becoming one of the most powerful publishing phenomena of recent years. And at the center of it all, there's a series that started everything: Off Campus, by Elle Kennedy.
In this article, we'll tell you what sport romance is, why Off Campus has become an absolute benchmark for the genre, and how you can create the perfect reading experience to enjoy it as it deserves.
What is sport romance?
Sport romance is a subgenre of romance novels in which one or both protagonists are involved in the world of sports. It can be hockey, American football, basketball, swimming... but there's something about elite athletes—the discipline, the intensity, that mix of vulnerability and strength—that makes them irresistible protagonists.
It's not just the sport that's captivating. It's the atmosphere: the locker rooms, the packed stands, the university campuses, the post-game parties, the rivalries that turn into something more. Sport romance builds its own world that draws you in from the first page.
In recent years, the genre has exploded on social media. BookTok has propelled titles that had been on the Anglo-Saxon market for years into the Spanish-speaking mainstream, and Off Campus is the clearest example of this.
Off Campus: the series that changed everything
Off Campus is a series of college romance novels written by Elle Kennedy, set in the fictional Briar University. The series kicks off with The Deal (Hannah and Garrett's book) and continues with the stories of Logan, Tucker, and Di Laurentis, the hockey teammates who have earned a permanent place in the hearts of thousands of readers.
What does Off Campus have that other series don't? Characters that feel real. Chemistry you can almost touch. Humor, tension, moments that make you drop the book to process what just happened. Elle Kennedy built something that goes far beyond romance: she built a community.
The Off Campus phenomenon has gone far beyond the books. In 2026, Prime Video premiered the television adaptation of the series, starting with Hannah and Garrett's story in The Deal. The success was such that the platform confirmed a second season, solidifying Off Campus as one of the most important literary adaptations in contemporary romance.
Who is Elle Kennedy?
Elle Kennedy is a Canadian author specializing in contemporary romance and new adult fiction. Although she has published numerous novels, it was Off Campus that made her one of the most widely read authors in the genre. The success of Garrett, Hannah, Logan, Dean, and Tucker led to new series set in the same universe, such as Briar U and Campus Diaries, solidifying Briar University as one of the most recognizable settings in college romance.
Why sport romance is so captivating
There's something about the combination of university campus + sport + romance that works almost chemically. The protagonists live in a bubble of intensity: training, pressure, expectations, and in the midst of all that, someone appears and complicates everything.
Sport romance also tends to develop character arcs very well. The male protagonists—often perceived as unattainable or arrogant—have layers that are revealed little by little. And the female protagonists are increasingly complex, with their own goals and contradictions.
It's a genre that gives you adrenaline and tenderness in equal measure. And once you try it, it's very hard to let go.
How to create the perfect Off Campus experience at home
Reading Off Campus deserves an atmosphere to match. We're clear on this: a good reading session is built with all five senses. And that's where our candles come in.
Our "Off Campus" Candle was directly inspired by Elle Kennedy's universe and Malone's cocktails. Its notes of dragon fruit, kiwi, red apple, peach candy, and vanilla create a fresh, fruity, and addictive fragrance that transports you directly to the halls of Briar University. The two-tone wax in lilac and pastel yellow, and the hand-painted melts in the shape of skates, hockey helmets, and sticks make it truly special.
If you prefer something more minimalist, the Classic "Off Campus" Candle has exactly the same fragrance in a white, creamy, undecorated format. Elegant, simple, perfect for those who want the aroma and nothing else.
And to take your favorite guys with you everywhere, the Off Campus Holographic Stickers are the perfect complement. Graham, Di Laurentis, Logan, and Tucker in 5x5 cm format, durable and removable, ready to decorate your Kindle, laptop, or wherever you want.
Where to start if you haven't read Off Campus?
If you haven't yet delved into the universe of Briar University, the recommended order is:
- The Deal — Hannah and Garrett (the beginning of everything)
- The Mistake — Grace and Logan
- The Score — Allie and Di Laurentis
- The Goal — Sabrina and Tucker
You can read them in English or Spanish (they are translated). And if you've already watched the Amazon Prime series, the books will give you much more context, depth, and moments that the screen couldn't capture.
Sport romance is not a passing fad
What sport romance—and Off Campus in particular—has achieved is to demonstrate that romance can be intelligent, fun, emotionally complex, and absolutely addictive at the same time. It's not a minor genre. It's a genre that connects with millions of readers because it talks about real things: the fear of falling in love, the pressure of expectations, friendship, personal growth.
And if after Off Campus you still want to stay at Briar University, you can continue with Briar U and later with Campus Diaries, two series that expand the universe created by Elle Kennedy.
Are you already an Off Campus fan? Or are you about to start? Tell us in the comments.
