Read on to discover a few of our picks and tell us in the comments below if you will be picking up any of them!

This Spells Disaster by Tori Anne Martin
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Fake dating gets a magical twist in this enchanting queer romantic comedy where a witch worries that the real feelings brewing between her and her crush were sparked by an accidental love potion, and the only way out of the disastrous spell is a healthy dose of the truth–drink up, witches.

The Long Game by Elena Armas
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A disgraced soccer exec reluctantly enlists the help of a retired soccer star in coaching a children’s team in this smalltown love story in the vein of Ted Lasso and It Happened One Summer —from the New York Times bestselling author of The Spanish Love Deception.

The Ex-Mas Holidays by Zoe Allison
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It’s hard to escape your ex when you’re working together over Christmas in the Scottish Highlands, but being stuck together might be the best possible present in this sparkling new contemporary romance.

A Nobleman’s Guide to Seducing a Scoundrel by K.J. Charles
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Bridgerton goes Gothic in this sweeping Regency romance by celebrated author KJ Charles.

Love Me Do by Lindsey Kelk
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A feelgood, sunshine-filled, friends-to-lovers romcom, Love Me Do is a dreamy summer love story, perfect for fans of Christina Lauren and Emily Henry.

Full Moon Over Freedom by Angelina M. Lopez
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Gillian Armstead-Bancroft—Pride of the East Side and once-perfect bruja, wife, and mother—is going to spend her summer getting good at being bad.

A Shot in the Dark by Victoria Lee
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An emotionally powerful romance novel about two people finding love after struggling with addiction–ultimately discovering what it means to be completely and unapologetically themselves.

Enchanted to Meet You by Meg Cabot
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A witchy rom-com from New York Times bestseller Meg Cabot about a plus size witch who must team up with a handsome stranger to help protect her village from an otherworldly force–but will she be able to protect her heart?

My Rogue to Ruin by Erica Ridley
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The riotous Wynchester family has taken on a new case to expose a forger, but the prime suspect isn’t at all what he seems in this captivating Regency romp from a New York Times bestselling author.

The Wake-Up Call by Beth O’Leary
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Two hotel receptionists—and arch-rivals—find a collection of old wedding rings and compete to return them to their owners, discovering their own love story along the way.

Unrealistic Expectations by Andie J. Christopher
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When a relationship therapist gets dumped right before her new dating handbook hits shelves, she fake dates to save face in this spicy romantic comedy.

Things We Left Behind by Lucy Score
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#1 New York Times bestselling author Lucy Score returns to spicy-sweet Knockemout, Virginia with Lucian and Sloane’s story.

Fall of Ruin and Wrath by Jennifer L. Armentrout
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From Jennifer L. Armentrout, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Blood and Ash, comes the beginning of a searing fantasy romance series for adults, Fall of Ruin and Wrath.

The Christmas Wager by Holly Cassidy
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A delightful enemies-to-lovers holiday rom com set in the quaint mountain town of Maple Falls, Colorado, about a city girl and a small-town boy who compete in the town’s annual holiday games in order to win the right price for a charming, local Christmas shop, perfect for fans of The Hating Game and The Twelve Dates of Christmas.

Main Character Energy by Jamie Varon
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Featuring family drama, a juicy romance subplot, and some publishing behind-the-scenes, Main Character Energy is ultimately like getting a pep talk from your best friends

Witches Get Stuff Done by Molly Harper
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Juggling newfound witchy powers, a house full of ghosts, and verbal battles with the handsome local librarian is almost too much for a new witch to manage. A new witch with a coven, however, can get so much more done…

Every Duke Has His Day by Suzanne Enoch
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Brain meets Beauty in this sparkling, fresh take on the classic Bringing Up Baby – if Jane Austen had written it! A romantic comedy with a dash of chaos featuring the most ill-behaved poodle in Regency London, by New York Times bestseller Suzanne Enoch.

The Christmas Orphans Club by Becca Freeman
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From bookfluencer and host of the BAD ON PAPER podcast, a riotous holiday rom-com about four friends in NYC who hold onto their unconventional Christmas tradition even when their paths diverge—but the changes they fear might be exactly what they need…

Along Came Holly by Codi Hall
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Holly Winters is not about to let her grumpy neighbor Declan steal her holiday joy…even if he does look rather handsome under the mistletoe.

Thank You For Sharing by Rachel Runya Katz
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A chemistry-filled childhood friends to enemies to lovers debut romance about two people forced to confront their pasts to save both their relationship and careers.

Fling by Joseph Murray
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At once heartfelt and hilarious, this story of a fateful—and faithful—affair reminds us that sometimes, what we’re looking for might just be closer than we think . . . 

Wrapped with a Beau by Lillie Vale
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In its heyday, Piney Peaks and its beloved Christmas house were made famous by Sleighbells under Starlight, a romantic holiday movie. Fifty years later, the small town is ready for a new love story.

You, Again by Kate Goldbeck
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A commitment-phobe and a hopeless romantic clash over and over again—until heartbreak and unexpected chemistry bring them together in this clever enemies-to-friends-to-lovers debut romance.

The Beginning of Everything by Jackie Fraser
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An irresistible friends-to-lovers novel of resilience, hope, and new beginnings from the author of The Bookshop of Second Chances.

What September romance reads are you looking forward to? Tell us in the comments below!

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If you thought the first half of 2023 had some swoonworthy, unputdownable romances in store, you ain’t seen nothing yet. July to December is levelling up the romance game even more and we’ve got our eyes on all of them! Check out the hottest contenders for romance of the year below and tell us in the comments if you’re looking forward to any of them!

Looking for our January to June releases? Check them out here.

JULY

Hello Stranger by Katherine Center
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From New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center comes Hello, Stranger, a novel about finding love, confronting a haunting past, and figuring out what, and who, really matters…

Kiss Me, Mi Amor by Alana Quintana Albertson
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It turns out that a fake relationship is the perfect recipe for a love that sizzles hotter than Santa Barbara’s spiciest salsa—when it’s between enemies.…

A Lady’s Guide to Scandal by Sophie Irwin
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Internationally bestselling author Sophie Irwin brings us another fresh, witty take on a romantic escape led by a deeply lovable heroine determined to start living on her own terms

You, With A View by Jessica Joyce
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Two high school enemies must reunite for a road trip inspired by their grandparents’ broken engagement in this electric debut romance.

To Have and To Heist by Sara Desai
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To exonerate her best friend, one woman must mastermind a jewelry heist during the wedding of the season in this hilarious romantic-comedy caper from the author of The Dating Plan.

A Soul of Ash and Blood by Jennifer L. Armentrout
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Forget Me Not by Julie Soto
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An ambitious wedding planner must work with her grumpy florist ex, whose heart she broke, on the most high-profile wedding of her career, in this spicy and emotional romance from popular fanfic author Julie Soto.

Role Playing by Cathy Yardley
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From Cathy Yardley, author of Love, Comment, Subscribe, comes an emotional rom-com about two middle-aged gamers who grow their online connection into an IRL love story.

The Only Purple House in Town by Ann Aguirre
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From New York Times bestselling author Ann Aguirre comes the magical town of St. Claire, where anything is possible…

The Dane of My Existence by Jessica Martin
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When the history and character of her Shakespeare-obsessed hometown is threatened, a powerhouse lawyer goes toe to toe with a commercial developer in a hilarious rom-com from the author of For the Love of the Bard.

The Summer Girl by Elle Kennedy
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AUGUST

Cruel Seduction by Katee Robert
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Aphrodite has never flinched at getting her perfectly manicured hands dirty, and she’s not about to start now—even if that means marrying Olympus’s enemy number one, the new Hephaestus…leaving a trail of broken hearts in their cruel wake.

Change of Plans by Dylan Newton
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In this charming romantic comedy, a hometown hero comes to the rescue of a chef unexpectedly left to care for three little girls—who may end up saving him too.

Tastes Like Shakkar by Nisha Sharma
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In the hilarious follow-up to the breakout rom-com Dating Dr. Dil, Nisha Sharma adds shakkar and mirch to Shakespeare’s iconic comedy Much Ado About Nothing for one sweet and spicy love story.

The Roommate Pact by Allison Ashley
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Perfect for fans of Grey’s Anatomy and Station 19, The Roommate Pact follows Claire as she nurses her friend and firefighter Graham back from an injury – and their slippery slope from friends with a FWB pact to possibly something more.

Kiss the Girl by Zoraida Córdova
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A modern tale of unexpectedly falling in love and finding your voice, Kiss the Girl is the highly anticipated third installment in the acclaimed and best-selling Meant to Be collection.

My Roommate is a Vampire by Jenna Levine
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Fans of Ali Hazelwood, Lana Harper, and Jessica Clare will devour this madcap paranormal romance, replete with fan-favorite tropes like roommates-to-lovers, force proximity, and the hilarious added bonus of a romance between a mortal from the 21^st century and a centuries-old vampire who knows nothing of the modern world.

New Adult by Timothy Janovsky
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Nolan Baker longs to be “thirty, flirty and thriving” in this charmingly quirky LGBTQIA+ romance that’s one part 13 Going on 30 and one part One Last Stop.

Rent to Be by Sonia Hartl
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Perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Beth O’Leary, in this bright, laugh-out-loud rom-com, the grind of the millennial struggle is a lot more fun when you add falling in love to the mix.

Curves for Days by Laura Moher
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Readers of Olivia Dade and Lucy Score will love this sexy Southern curvy girl romance which follows Rose Barnes, a curvy heroine with an infectious spirit, as she crosses paths with Angus Drummond, a gruff yet undeniably charming contractor.

The Love Plot by Samantha Young
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There’s a magnetic attraction when a happy-go-lucky gig worker agrees to a fake relationship with a rich, uptight New Yorker in this steamy romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Samantha Young.

The Witch Is Back by Sophie H. Morgan
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Love is a hex of a thing. Former childhood sweethearts fake a relationship in this charming, witchy romcom.

With Love, from Cold World by Alicia Thompson
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She has a to-do list a mile long and falling for her coworker isn’t on it–yet somehow he’s become her top priority in this romantic comedy from the national bestselling author of Love in the Time of Serial Killers.

SEPTEMBER

Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer
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Once Upon a Time meets The Office in Hannah Maehrer’s laugh-out-loud viral TikTok series turned novel, about the sunshine assistant to an Evil Villain…and their unexpected romance.

A Nobleman’s Guide to Seducing a Scoundrel by K.J. Charles
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Bridgerton goes Gothic in this sweeping Regency romance by celebrated author KJ Charles.

The Ex-Mas Holidays by Zoe Allison
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It’s hard to escape your ex when you’re working together over Christmas in the Scottish Highlands, but being stuck together might be the best possible present in this sparkling new contemporary romance.

Love Me Do by Lindsey Kelk
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A feelgood, sunshine-filled, friends-to-lovers romcom, Love Me Do is a dreamy summer love story, perfect for fans of Christina Lauren and Emily Henry.

Enchanted to Meet You by Meg Cabot
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A witchy rom-com from New York Times bestseller Meg Cabot about a plus size witch who must team up with a handsome stranger to help protect her village from an otherworldly force–but will she be able to protect her heart?

A Shot in the Dark by Victoria Lee
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An emotionally powerful romance novel about two people finding love after struggling with addiction–ultimately discovering what it means to be completely and unapologetically themselves.

Full Moon Over Freedom by Angelina M. Lopez
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Gillian Armstead-Bancroft—Pride of the East Side and once-perfect bruja, wife, and mother—is going to spend her summer getting good at being bad.

Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner
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A sapphic rivals to lovers rom com for fans of Ted Lasso and A League of Their Own, where two soccer teammates are at odds before falling in love as their team gears up for the World Cup.

My Rogue to Ruin by Erica Ridley
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The riotous Wynchester family has taken on a new case to expose a forger, but the prime suspect isn’t at all what he seems in this captivating Regency romp from a New York Times bestselling author.

The Wake-Up Call by Beth O’Leary
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Two hotel receptionists—and arch-rivals—find a collection of old wedding rings and compete to return them to their owners, discovering their own love story along the way.

Unrealistic Expectations by Andie J. Christopher
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When a relationship therapist gets dumped right before her new dating handbook hits shelves, she fake dates to save face in this spicy romantic comedy.

Things We Left Behind by Lucy Score
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#1 New York Times bestselling author Lucy Score returns to spicy-sweet Knockemout, Virginia with Lucian and Sloane’s story.

OCTOBER

A Holly Jolly Ever After by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone
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Following the success of A Merry Little Meet Cute, a new holiday rom-com cowritten by #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy and USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone–about an actress and a perpetually single former boy-band member reunited as costars on a steamy holiday film.

Better Hate than Never by Chloe Liese
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Childhood enemies discover the fine line between love and loathing in this heartfelt reimagining of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew.

Friends Don’t Fall in Love by Erin Hahn
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Erin Hahn’s Friends Don’t Fall in Love is about long-time friends, taking chances, and finding out that, sometimes, your perfect person was right there in your corner all along.

A Dish Best Served Hot: A Novel by Natalie Caña
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Santiago “Saint” Vega gets a second shot at love with Lola León, but when duty to his family forces him to do something she’ll never forgive, will everything he’s built come crumbling down?  

Love Interest by Clare Gilmore
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Love Interest is Clare Gilmore’s sparkling debut, a co-worker enemies-to-lovers rom-com that proves falling in love is the risk and the reward.

Maybe Once, Maybe Twice by Alison Rose Greenberg
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Filled with the romance and angst that defines the years you come to know yourself, with a shifting timeline covering two decades and ratcheting up the tension, Maybe Once, Maybe Twice is a novel of second chances and finding your own way.

Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date by Ashley Herring Blake
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A fake relationship after a horrible one-night stand is anything but an act in this witty and heartfelt new romantic comedy by Ashley Herring Blake.

Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey
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#1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey delivers a sexy, hilarious standalone holiday rom-com about the adult children of two former rock stars who team up to convince their mothers to play a Christmas Eve concert…

Sweeten the Deal by Katie Shepard
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She’s lonely, rich, and ten years too young for him—but she’s also his “sugar daddy,” and they couldn’t have less in common. Opposites attract in this charming new romance by Katie Shepard.

The Last Close Call by Laura Griffin
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A talented genetic analyst and a detective who’s haunted by an elusive cold case team up in the new standalone romantic suspense from New York Times bestselling author Laura Griffin.

The Burnout by Sophie Kinsella
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Sparks fly in this delightful novel about two burned out professionals who meet at a ramshackle resort on the British seaside—from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Party Crasher.

The Takedown by Carlie Walker
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An undercover CIA agent is sent home to investigate her sister’s criminal fiancé but the last thing she expects is to fall in love with his bodyguard along the way in this sexy romantic comedy.

NOVEMBER

Hunt on Dark Waters by Katee Robert
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Sail the magical high seas with this first book in a new sexy fantasy romance series from Katee Robert, the New York Times bestselling author of the TikTok smash-hit Neon Gods.

Do Your Worst by Rosie Danan
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Sparks fly when an occult expert and a disgraced archeologist become enemies-with-benefits in this steamy romance from “go-to author” Rosie Danan (The New York Times Book Review).

The Good Part by Sophie Cousens
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Perfect for fans of romantic comedies with a touch of whimsy, like 13 Going on 30 and Freaky Friday, and authors like Josie Silver and Rebecca Serle, this funny and heartfelt novel follows a downtrodden twenty-six-year-old as she magically wakes up to the life she’s always wanted, but is it really a dream come true?

Never Wager with a Wallflower by Virginia Heath
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Next-Door Nemesis by Alexa Martin
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Two rival candidates for a homeowner’s association presidency are about to find out how dirty suburbanites fight in this steamy new romantic comedy from Alexa Martin.

A Demon’s Guide to Wooing a Witch by Sarah Hawley
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Calladia Cunnington curses the day she met Astaroth the demon, but when he shows up memoryless, why does she find him so helpless . . . and sort of hot?

The Rom Con by Devon Daniels
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A modern battle of the sexes about a journalist who hatches an elaborate plan to take down her industry adversary, from the author of Meet You in the Middle.

Fancy Meeting You Here by Julie Tieu
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 Opposites attract when an always-the-bridesmaid florist and a grumpy caterer mix business with pleasure in this swoony romantic comedy in the vein of 27 Dresses from Julie Tieu, author of The Donut Trap and Circling Back to You.

Plot Twist by Erin La Rosa
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A hilarious and spicy romance about romance author Sophie Lyon’s ironic secret going viral: she’s never been in love. Though her debut novel made readers swoon, Sophie’s having trouble getting her new characters to happily-ever-after. To overcome her writer’s block, she’ll reconnect with her exes to figure out what went wrong with the help of her best friend’s brother/reclusive landlord/teen heartthrob and his social media skills. 

Mom Com by Adriana Mather
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From New York Times bestselling author Adriana Mather comes a sweet new romcom about old friends and second chances.

For Never & Always by Helena Greer
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One surprise inheritance, two best friends (now bitter exes), and three months to prove he loves her, forever and always , in this swoony second-chance romance for fans of Alexandria Bellefleur and Ashley Herring Blake.

Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood
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In this clever and swoonworthy YA debut from the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis, life’s moving pieces bring rival chess players together in a match for the heart.

DECEMBER

The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson
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Two wolf shifters agree to be fake mates but unexpectedly find something real in this steamy paranormal romantic comedy by Lana Ferguson.

Technically Yours by Denise Williams
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Seven years ago, he fell in love with a stranger he couldn’t have—today, she’s back in his life and the sparks between them threaten to set her career on fire.

This Spells Love by Kate Robb
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Reeling from a recent breakup, a young woman tries to heal heartbreak with a spell–only to wake up in an alternate reality where she’s lost more than she wished for–in this witty, whimsical friends-to-lovers debut rom-com.

On the Plus Side by Jenny L. Howe
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What Not to Wear and Queer Eye meet All the Feels in this sparkling romantic comedy by Jenny L. Howe, in which the new guest on a popular plus-size makeover show has her style―and her love life―transformed.

Housebroke by Jaci Burton
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A millionaire and a woman who thinks he’s a house flipper are stuck living in a house together with a menagerie of rescue dogs as roommates, in this heartfelt romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton.

Game On by Seressia Glass
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When an unexpected Player Two enters her life, a gamer must decide if their relationship is worth leveling up in this new romance from the author of The Love Con.

Gold by Raven Kennedy
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‘Find me in another life. Find me in all of them’ It all ends now. Discover the heart-stopping finale to the international and Amazon bestselling fantasy phenomenon.

The Gentleman’s Gambit by Evie Dunmore
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Bookish suffragist Catriona Campbell is busy: An ailing estate, academic writer’s block, a tense time for England’s women’s rights campaign—the last thing she needs is to be stuck playing host to her father’s distractingly attractive young colleague.

Second Chances in New Port Stephen by T.J. Alexander
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A trans man returns to his Florida hometown for Christmas after his career goes up in flames, only to cross paths with his high school ex in this charming rom-com about family and second chances from the author of the “delectable” (Time) Chef’s Kiss.

Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura
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Rival archaeologists must team up on a secret Aztec expedition, or it could leave their careers—and hearts—in ruins.

What July to December book releases are you looking forward to? Tell us in the comments below!

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When children’s author Jo Wright receives a generous offer to speak at a book festival in the Florida Keys (all-expenses-paid), she accepts because she desperately needs the money and she is assured that Will Price, her nemesis and the bestselling author who badmouthed her work, will not be in attendance. But as soon as she arrives in Little Bridge Island, everywhere she turns Jo runs right into Will, who turns out to be the main benefactor of the event. Spending time with Will turns out to be not so bad; in fact, the handsome Will Price seems genuinely sorry for his past actions and is providing ample inspiration for the next instalment of Jo’s book series, which is past its deadline. Just as things are starting to look up for Jo, one of the authors at the convention stirs up drama.

No Words is the third book in Meg Cabot’s Little Bridge Island series, but you do not need to read the other books in the series before you read No Words. This book is a slowburn enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy with some dramatic elements. It’s ideally suited to lovers of the contemporary romance and women’s fiction genres, and if you enjoyed Beach Read by Emily Henry, The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren, Shipped by Angie Hockman, or How Sweet It Is by Dylan Newton, then No Words would be a perfect read for you! It deals with themes such as appearance versus reality, love and family, escapism, communication (or lack thereof), harassment, and vulnerability. The main takeaways for me were that words can be powerful, first impressions aren’t always correct, and everyone deserves a second chance.

Since Jo’s children’s book series is about a talking cat (Kitty Katz), there are lots of hilarious cat puns throughout No Words. The tropical destination of Little Bridge Island in the Florida Keys was a huge plus for me; it was especially cool to read about the dolphin sighting that took place during an author event on Will’s catamaran! I also loved how the plot was centred around the book festival and all the main characters were authors and book nerds; all the bookish dialogue was very interesting and relatable. 

Some cons were that this book was slow to start and it ended a bit abruptly. It would have been great if there were less lead-up to the book festival at the beginning and more chapters at the end of the book depicting what happened with Jo and Will post book festival. Without giving too much away, at the beginning of the festival, Jo learns that a fellow author was rumoured to be acting inappropriately at a past convention; I found this part to be quite sketchy and I disliked how it took focus away from the budding romance between Jo and Will. Furthermore, it is important to note that No Words includes some depictions of characters’ past and present traumas (including harassment, missing persons, death of a family member, depression, etc.) that may be triggering for some readers.

Overall, I enjoyed this book and think that it would make a perfect beach read! 

No Words is available from Amazon, Book Depository, and other good book retailers, like your local bookstore, as of October 12th 2021.

Will you be picking up No Words? Tell us in the comments below!

Synopsis | Goodreads

Welcome to Little Bridge, one of the smallest, most beautiful islands in the Florida Keys.

Jo Wright always swore she’d never step foot on Little Bridge Island—not as long as her nemesis, bestselling author Will Price, is living there.

Then Jo’s given an offer she can’t refuse: an all-expense-paid trip to speak and sign at the island’s first-ever book festival.

Even though arrogant Will is the last person Jo wants to see, she could really use the festival’s more-than-generous speaking fee. She’s suffering from a crippling case of writer’s block on the next instalment of her bestselling children’s series, and her father needs financial help as well.

Then Jo hears that Will is off-island on the set of the film of his next book. Hallelujah!

But when she arrives on Little Bridge, Jo is in for a shock: Will is not only at the book festival, but seems genuinely sorry for his past actions—and more than willing not only to make amends but prove to Jo that he’s a changed man.

Things seem to be looking up—until disaster strikes, causing Jo to wonder: Do any of us ever really know anyone?

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If you were a preteen or teenager in the 2000s, chances are you already met PRINCESS AMELIA MIGNONETTE GRIMALDI THERMOPOLIS RENALDO in the pages of Meg Cabot’s The Princess Diaries. If you have, well, your life was awesome, but if you haven’t read the series yet, or perhaps want to reread it, then we have ten reasons why you should pick it up!

1. Relive The Good Old Days

Remember that time when you were in school, unpopular with weird hair, failing maths, and in love with that one person who didn’t know you existed? Well, here is a chance to live or relive that through Mia and you get to be a princess. Or, well, Mia gets to be a princess, but don’t worry, the book will pull you along immersing you in this experience.

Mia Thermopolis is pretty sure there’s nothing worse than being a five-foot-nine, flat-chested freshman, who also happens to be flunking Algebra. Is she ever in for a surprise! First, mom announces that she’s dating Mia’s Algebra teacher. Then Dad has to go and reveal that he is the crown prince of Genovia. And guess who still doesn’t have a date for the Cultural Diversity Dance?

And thus starts an epic journey!

2. It Is Hilarious!

It’s a funny and easy read, not to mention, utterly captivating.

“Lilly says I have an overactive imagination and a pathological need to invent drama in my life.”

Spoiler alert: Lilly is right! Mia tends to have a flair for the dramatic, which makes it all the more endearing and funny, mostly because you can completely relate! Besides, if you’re currently adulting, heaven knows you could use a little joy and laughter in your life.

3. Michael and Mia’s Relationship

Michael and Mia have to be one of the best couples of YA. She claims to be in love with him since first grade and you get to follow the relationship: the wonders of love, its highs and lows and maybe even learn a few lessons along the way. And my goodness, it doesn’t disappoint. Tall, dark-haired, brown-eyed Michael deserves a place in your heart once again. And you WILL fall for him, right alongside Mia!

In Mia’s own words: “I wish I could say when Michael’s dark eyes met mine, I was completely cool and collected about seeing him again after all this time, and that I laughed airily and said all the right things. I wish I could say after having pretty much single-handedly brought democracy to a country I happen to be a princess of, and written a four-hundred-page romance novel, and gotten into every college to which I applied (even if it’s just because I’m a princess), that I handled meeting Michael for the first time again after throwing my snowflake necklace in his face almost two years ago with total grace and aplomb. But I totally didn’t.”

Trust me, you wouldn’t be able to blame her for it.

4. Ransom My Heart

Mia also works on her novel, ‘Ransom My Heart’, and yes, she works on it for two years. It’s a pleasure to be a part of her artistic journey, which is, again, RELATABLE! Maybe she just might inspire you to get back to that thing you always wanted to do but never had the time…procrastinate much?

5. Spoiler Alert

It has a nice, satisfying , ‘once upon a time’…..’ happily ever after, fairy-tale ending. The final instalment ‘Royal Wedding’ follows Princess Mia and her Prince Charming as they ride into their sunset. The royal wedding will leave you sighing and blushing all at once.

6. There’s Plenty of Books!

You won’t have to worry about the series being over after two books. The Princess Diaries series consists of ELEVEN volumes, perfect for that hibernation you didn’t know you needed. The books don’t disappoint and there is a reason for its bestselling status and all the high praise, not to mention, the numerous awards the series has bagged.

7. The Disney Adaptation

If you are done with the books, you can always check out the movie. The Princess Diaries, produced by Walt Disney Pictures starring Anne Hathaway was based on this series. Needless to say, the movie was a huge success. It was followed by the sequel The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, which was released in 2004. The movies make for a great family watch. What’s more is that is vastly different from the book so you get to talk about how the book was different (or better) all through the movie. Is there anything we book nerds love more than that?

8. Three Novellas

If that was still not enough, here’s something you might have missed the last time you read it, there are three more books out: Princess Lessons: A Princess Diaries Book, Perfect Princess: A Princess Diaries Book, and Holiday Princess: A Princess Diaries Book. Granted it’s not the same, but it lets you spend a little more time in that wonderful world Meg Cabot created.

9. The Spin-Off Series

With this spin-off, you have one final chance to return to Genovia, only this time it’s through the illustrated diary of Princess Mia’s long-lost sister, Olivia. Released in August 2018, ‘From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess’ is another one of Meg Cabot’s Bestsellers.

Goodreads Synopsis: Olivia Grace Clarisse Mignonette Harrison is a completely average twelve-year-old: average height, average weight, average brown hair of average length, average brown skin and average hazel eyes. The only things about her that aren’t average are her name (too long and princess themed), her ability to draw animals (useful for her future career as a wildlife illustrator), the fact that she is a half-orphan who has never met her father and is forced to live with her aunt and uncle (who treat her almost like their own kids, so she doesn’t want to complain)…and that she’s a long-lost princess of Genovia.

Swept into a world of ponies, weddings, and family troubles, Olivia’s new life is not everything she expected it would be. But one thing is for certain: maybe Olivia Grace Clarisse Mignonette Harrison isn’t so average after all!

10…. And finally, it’s ‘THE PRINCESS DIARIES’, why wouldn’t you read it again?

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1. Heartbreaker Bay Series by Jill Shalvis
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The Heartbreaker Bay series is set in San Francisco where a group of friends either live or work in the same building complex. It’s a contemporary romance series with a dash of mystery and some humour. Each book follows a different set of couple, so each book can be read as a standalone. Jill Shalvis has a knack for writing fun contemporary romances and you are always left with a smile after reading any of her books. On that note, on to recommending another series by Shalvis!

2. Lucky Harbor Series by Jill Shalvis
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If you’re a fan of small-town romance, it’s a must-read series for you! The characters are all from the small town called Lucky Harbor, the first three books follow three sisters who have come back to the town where there now dead mother lived and then it follows each character that is introduced in the series. But having said that, each book can be read as a standalone. It’s a good series to just curl up and read.

3. Heather Wells Series by Meg Cabot
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Going back to some old school mystery romance, here is Meg Cabot’s Heather Wells series. This series is perfect if you’re looking for some light mystery romance books. Heather Wells is a former pop-idol, who, now an adult, has left her singing career behind after a few life-changing events. She now works as an assistant dorm director at one of New York’s colleges and lives in a brownstone which is owned by her ex-boyfriend’s cousin who is a P.I. She tries to solve crimes that occur in the college she works at and gets in some trouble.

4. Bridgerton Series by Julia Quinn
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If you enjoy historical romances or are new to them, this series is for you! This series is about the Bridgerton sibling clan and each book has a heartwarming romantic story filled with humour. This is a good series to distract you from the current or any stressful times.

5. Wallflowers Series by Lisa Kleypas
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Lisa Kleypas is a great historical romance author and once you start reading her historical books, there’s no stopping. This series is about a group of women who are wallflowers in the 1800s, so they promise to find each other’s husbands. The relationship between the wallflowers is really nice and interesting to read about.

6. Love at Stake Series by Kerrelyn Sparks
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Who doesn’t love a good vampire romance series? This series not only has witty book titles, but the stories and characters are fun too. It’s light and a classic old school paranormal romance series, though to be honest, not the best paranormal series, it’s still delightful.

7. Can You Keep a Secret by Sophie Kinsella
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Sophie Kinsella’s books are light and fun, so they’re perfect when you need a distraction to uplift your mood. In this book, Emma is struggling to find the right career and being successful at it. After having a crappy day, she is suddenly bumped to a business class seat on a plane, where she ends up spilling all her secrets to a stranger from America. But, of course, that stranger later turns out to be the head of her company. It’s hilarious and quite enjoyable.

8. The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
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Lucy thinks Joshua is the bane of her existence and they have a hating game going on. If you like rivalry, hate to love stories, office romance trope, you will enjoy this contemporary romance standalone. It’s quite funny and entertaining.

Staying strong and positive is very important right now, so hopefully, these recommendations will prove helpful to you and enjoy reading whichever book you decide to choose.

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Published in 2005, Avalon High written by Meg Cabot is a YA novel which tells the story of Ellie Harrison’s arrival at her new school: Avalon High. At first, Avalon High seems just like any other high-school but nothing is ever as it seems, and Ellie Harrison is about to discover that history can have a habit of repeating itself in this gripping modern-day Arthurian tale. . .

If you are someone who likes to listen to music whilst they read, then why not give the below songs a listen to whilst reading Avalon High? You can also listen to our playlist on Spotify!

Song: Drumming Song – Florence & The Machine
Scene: Ellie Meets Will
There’s a drumming noise inside my head / That starts when you’re around / I swear that you could hear it / It makes such an almighty sound / There’s a drumming noise inside my head / That throws me to the ground / I swear that you should hear it / It makes such an almighty sound / Louder than sirens / Louder than bells / Sweeter than heaven / And hotter than hell.

Song: Story Of Another Us – 5 Seconds Of Summer
Scene: The Rose
Play the scene over again / Before the credits rolling in / Inside my head / I don’t recall a single word / You hit me faster than I hurt / Inside my head / And now I’m shaking, wearing thin / I’ve always wondered where you’ve been / Tell me if you wanted it at all / I got a long term plan with short term fixes / And a wasted heart that just eclipses / And I push my luck and trust the dust enough / That’s the story of another us.

Song: War Of Hearts – Ruelle (Acoustic Version)
Scene: Ellie’s Feelings For Will
I can’t help but love you / Even though I try not to / I can’t help but want you / I know that I’d die without you / I can’t help but be wrong in the dark / ‘Cause I’m overcome in this war of hearts / I can’t help but want oceans to part / ‘Cause I’m overcome in this war of hearts. . .

Song: Follow – Crystal Fighters
Scene: Ellie & Will In The Clearing
Follow, follow / Follow, follow / You’re the one I follow / Follow to the middle / Middle of the shadows / Far away from all the sorrows / You’re the one I follow / Follow all the way oh / Way into the darkness / Where the sun is shining yellow.

Song: The Story – Conan Gray
Scene: Will & Ellie – Talk In The Clearing
Oh, and I’m afraid that’s just the way the world works / It ain’t funny, it ain’t pretty, it ain’t sweet / Oh, and I’m afraid that’s just the way the world works / But I think that it could work for you and me / Just wait and see / It’s not the end of the story / And the movie’s always running in my head / All the people, all the lovers, all my friends / And I hope that they all get their happy end / In the end. . .

Song: Who Are You, Really? – Mikky Ekko
Scene: Will Wagner
Now you’re moving idle and you say you’re alone / Suspicious that the string is moving your bones / We are the fire, we see how they run / See how they run, lift me higher, let me look at the sun / Look at the sun and once I hear them clearly, say / Who, who are you really? / And where are you going? / I have nothing left to prove / ‘Cause I have nothing left to lose / See me bare my teeth for you / See me bare my teeth.

Song: Bloodstream – Stateless
Scene: On The Balcony-  Will & Ellie
I think I might’ve inhaled you / I can feel you behind my eyes / You’ve gotten into my bloodstream / I can feel you flowing in me / Words can be like knives / They can cut you open / And the silence surrounds you / And holds you / I think I might’ve inhaled you / I can feel you behind my eyes / You’ve gotten into my bloodstream / I can feel you flowing in me / The spaces in between / Two minds and all the places they have been / The spaces in between / I tried to put my finger on it. . .

Song: Dark Side – SEBELL
Scene: Marco’s Meddling
When you know what I know this is how the mighty fall / All these folks selling souls from the trunk of their cars / And you fell for their charms / Welcome to the dark side now across to fight right / Sharpen my knife and pray to the sky and blame it on my / Blame it on my dark side.

Song: Enjoy The Silence – Anberlin
Scene: Setting Sail
Vows are spoken / To be broken / Feelings are intense / Words are trivial / Pleasures remain / So does the pain / Words are meaningless / And forgettable / All I ever wanted / All I ever needed / Is here in my arms / Words are very unnecessary / They can only do harm.

Song: Poison And Wine – The Civil Wars
Scene: On The Boat – Will & Jennifer (& Lance)
You only know what I want you to / I know everything you don’t want me to / Oh your mouth is poison, your mouth is wine / You think your dreams are the same as mine / Oh I don’t love you but I always will / Oh I don’t love you but I always will / Oh I don’t love you but I always will / I always will / I wish you’d hold me when I turn my back / The less I give the more I get back / Oh your hands can heal, your hands can bruise / I don’t have a choice but I’d still choose you / Oh I don’t love you but I always will. . .

Song: Bad Moon Rising – Mourning Ritual Ft. Peter Dreimanis
Scene: Talking To Mr Morton
I see a bad moon rising / I see trouble on the way. / I see earthquakes and lightning. / I see bad times today. / Don’t go around tonight, / Well, it’s bound to take your life, / There’s a bad moon on the rise. / I see a bad moon rising. / I see trouble on the way. / I see earthquakes and lightning. / I see bad times today.

Song: Control – Garbage
Scene: Family Secrets Revealed
The world might end, / The night might fall. / Rain on down and cover us all, / And drown us with the burdens of our sins. / Maybe I’ll look you in the eye, / Tell you, you don’t wanna die. / Maybe I’ll hold my breath and jump right in. / Maybe I’ll hold my breath and jump right in. / I never saw you coming from inside my little prison, / Your autograph would really buy me time. / If you think you are the reason, / Give me something to believe in. / It’s always darkest right before the dawn. / It’s always darkest right before the dawn.

Song: Empires – Ruelle
Scene: Excalibur
A storm is coming / Desire burns / A war is calling / The tides are turned / Empires rise / Empires fall / We live or die / To take the throne / Empires rise / Empires fall / We live or die / To take the throne / Only one will stand at the end of it all. . .

Song: Blinding – Florence & The Machine
Scene: Finding Will On The Rock
No more dreaming of the dead as if death itself was undone / No more calling like a crow for a boy, for a body in the garden / No more dreaming like a girl so in love, so in love / No more dreaming like a girl so in love, so in love / No more dreaming like a girl so in love with the wrong world / And I could hear the thunder and see the lightning crack / And all around the world was waking, I never could go back / ‘Cause all the walls of dreaming, they were torn right open / And finally it seemed that the spell was broken / And all my bones began to shake, my eyes flew open / And all my bones began to shake, my eyes flew open. . .

Song: Dustbowl Dance – Mumford & Sons
Scene: Will VS Marco
Well you are my accuser, now look in my face / Your oppression reeks of your greed and disgrace / So one man has and another has not / How can you love what it is you have got / When you took it all from the weak hands of the poor? / Liars and thieves you know not what is in store / There will come a time I will look in your eye / You will pray to the God that you always denied / Then I’ll go out back and I’ll get my gun / I’ll say, “You haven’t met me, I am the only son” / Seal my heart and break my pride / I’ve nowhere to stand and now nowhere to hide / Align my heart, my body, my mind / To face what I’ve done and do my time.

Song: King & Lionheart – Of Monsters & Men
Scene: Will Moves In
Taking over this town, they should worry / But these problems aside I think I taught you well / That we won’t run, and we won’t run, and we won’t run / And in the winter night sky ships are sailing / Looking down on these bright blue city lights / And they won’t wait, and they won’t wait, and they won’t wait / We’re here to stay, we’re here to stay, we’re here to stay / Howling ghost they reappear / In mountains that are stacked with fear / But you’re a king and I’m a lion-heart / A lion-heart. . .

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Read on to discover our picks and tell us if you have enjoyed reading any of them this year!

Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck and Fortune by Roselle Lim
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Lush and visual, chock-full of delicious recipes, Roselle Lim’s magical debut novel is about food, heritage, and finding family in the most unexpected places.

Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
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A big-hearted romantic comedy in which First Son Alex falls in love with Prince Henry of Wales after an incident of international proportions forces them to pretend to be best friends…

Not the Girl You Marry by Andie J. Christopher
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How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days gets a millennial makeover in this romantic comedy by USA Today bestselling author Andie J. Christopher.

Twice in a Blue Moon by Christina Lauren
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners and My Favorite Half-Night Stand comes a modern love story about what happens when your first love reenters your life when you least expect it…

No Judgments by Meg Cabot
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The storm of the century is about to hit Little Bridge Island, Florida—and it’s sending waves crashing through Sabrina “Bree” Beckham’s love life…

The Wedding Party by Jasmine Guillory
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After an “oops, we made a mistake” night together, neither one can stop thinking about the other. With Alexa’s wedding rapidly approaching, Maddie and Theo both share bridal party responsibilities that require more interaction with each other than they’re comfortable with.

Meet Cute by Helena Hunting
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The New York Times bestselling author of Pucked and The Good Luck Charm delivers a Hollywood happily-ever-after where a famous heartthrob falls for his ultimate fangirl in this sexy standalone romantic comedy.

The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams
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Distraught and desperate, Gavin finds help from an unlikely source: a secret romance book club made up of Nashville’s top alpha men. With the help of their current read, a steamy Regency titled Courting the Countess, the guys coach Gavin on saving his marriage. But it’ll take a lot more than flowery words and grand gestures for this hapless Romeo to find his inner hero and win back the trust of his wife.

The Orchid Throne by Jeffe Kennedy
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In the Forgotten Empires magic is forbidden, dreams are destiny, and love is the greatest power of all…

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
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The Friend Zone will have you laughing one moment and grabbing for tissues the next as it tackles the realities of infertility and loss with wit, heart, and a lot of sass.

Waiting For Tom Hanks by Kerry Winfrey
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Can a romcom-obssessed romantic finally experience the meet-cute she always dreamed of or will reality never compare to fiction, in this charming debut adult novel from Kerry Winfrey.

Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert
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Talia Hibbert, one of contemporary romance’s brightest new stars, delivers a witty, hilarious romantic comedy about a woman who’s tired of being “boring” and recruits her mysterious, sexy neighbor to help her experience new things—perfect for fans of Sally Thorne, Jasmine Guillory, and Helen Hoang.

The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai
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Alisha Rai returns with the first book in her sizzling new Modern Love series, in which two rival dating app creators find themselves at odds in the boardroom but in sync in the bedroom.

The Bride Test by Helen Hoang
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From the critically acclaimed author of The Kiss Quotient comes a romantic novel about love that crosses international borders and all boundaries of the heart…

99 Percent Mine by Sally Thorne
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An unforgettable romantic comedy about a woman who finally has a shot at her long time crush—if she dares.

Royal Holiday by Jasmine Guillory
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Proposal comes a dazzling new novel about a spontaneous holiday vacation that turns into an unforgettable romance.

Love on Lexington Avenue by Lauren Layne
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From New York Times bestselling author Lauren Layne comes the second delightfully charming installment in the Central Park Pact series, following a young widow whose newfound cynicism about love is challenged by a sexy, rough-around-the-edges contractor.

Kingdom of Exiles by Maxym Martineau
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Fantastic Beasts meets Assassin’s Creed in this epic, gripping fantasy romance from debut author Maxym M. Martineau.

The Marriage Clock by Zara Raheem
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In Zara Raheem’s fresh, funny, smart debut, a young, Muslim-American woman is given three months to find the right husband or else her traditional Indian parents will find one for her–a novel with a universal story that everyone can relate to about the challenges of falling in love.

Faker by Sarah Smith
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Debut author Sarah Smith nails this fun and sexy multicultural romance where two office foes hammer out their differences to build a love that will last…

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Well Met by Jen DeLuca
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All’s faire in love and war for two sworn enemies who indulge in a harmless flirtation in a laugh-out-loud rom-com from debut author Jen DeLuca.

Postscript (PS, I Love You #2) by Cecelia Ahern
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When Holly Kennedy is approached by a group calling themselves the PS, I Love You Club, her safe existence is turned on its head. Inspired by her late husband Gerry’s letters, the club wants Holly to help them with their own parting messages for their loved ones to discover after they’re gone.

Love on Lexington Avenue by Lauren Layne
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From New York Times bestselling author Lauren Layne comes the second delightfully charming installment in the Central Park Pact series, following a young widow whose newfound cynicism about love is challenged by a sexy, rough-around-the-edges contractor.

The Wonder of Now by Jamie Beck
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Peyton Prescott would give anything for the carefree life she knew before breast cancer changed everything. But instead of using her second chance to move forward, she’s stuck promoting the memoir her brother convinced her to write, thus reliving the very battle she wants to forget. If she hopes her European book tour will allow her to enjoy revisiting her favourite travel-writing destinations, she’s wrong: her PR whiz is too consumed with his own goals to consider her needs.

Kiss Me Tonight by Emma Hart
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What do a wrong number text, a burning building, and a quirky florist have in common? A hunky firefighter with an extra-large…hosepipe.

No Judgments by Meg Cabot
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The storm of the century is about to hit Little Bridge Island, Florida—and it’s sending waves crashing through Sabrina “Bree” Beckham’s love life…

The Orchid Throne by Jeffe Kennedy
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In the Forgotten Empires magic is forbidden, dreams are destiny, and love is the greatest power of all…

Fake Date by Monica Murphy
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Working at Bliss Lingerie, Sarah Harrison deals with all sorts of—interesting clientele. Yet no one sparks her interest more than Jared Gaines, the ultra-rich, ultra-sexy businessman who frequents her shop, buying delicate little “gifts” for the women in his life. But one day, Jared sends her a gift from Bliss. And when Sarah walks into his office, demanding to know why, he makes her an offer she somehow can’t refuse—be his fake girlfriend for the weekend while attending his brother’s engagement party.

The Last Letter from Juliet by Melanie Hudson
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For fans of Soraya M. Lane, Lorna Cook and Pam Jenoff. Me Before You meets The English Patient in this stunning romantic novel from award-winning author Melanie Hudson.

If It’s Only Love by Lexi Ryan
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From New York Times bestseller Lexi Ryan comes a sexy new standalone romance in the bestselling Boys of Jackson Harbor series. Meet single dad Easton Connor as he leaves the NFL and returns to Jackson Harbor to fight for another chance with the love of his life.

Enchanting Sebastian by Kristen Proby
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Turning thirty-five doesn’t mean much to most men. For Sebastian Wakefield, it’s the end of life as he knows it. When your father is the King of England, thirty-five is the year that a marriage will be arranged, a suitable bride cementing a future you didn’t choose. The obvious solution for escaping the archaic laws of the throne is for Sebastian to leave the country. And where better to go than America?

Wrapped Up In You by Jill Shalvis
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After a lifetime on the move, Ivy Snow is an expert in all things temporary—schools, friends, and way too many Mr. Wrongs. Now that she owns a successful taco truck in San Francisco and an apartment to call home, Ivy’s reinvented life is on solid ground. And she’s guarded against anything that can rock it. Like the realities of a past she’s worked hard to cover up. And especially Kel O’Donnell. Too hot not to set off alarms, he screams temporary. If only his whispers weren’t so delightfully naughty and irresistible.

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Darkdawn (The Nevernight Chronicle #3) by Jay Kristoff
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The epic conclusion of the internationally bestselling Nevernight Chronicle from New York Times bestselling author Jay Kristoff.

The Testaments (The Handmaid’s Tale #2) by Margaret Atwood
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Margaret Atwood’s sequel picks up the story fifteen years after Offred stepped into the unknown, with the explosive testaments of three female narrators from Gilead.

The Institute by Stephen King
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As psychically terrifying as Firestarter, and with the spectacular kid power of It, The Institute is Stephen King’s gut-wrenchingly dramatic story of good vs. evil in a world where the good guys don’t always win.

Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
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Tamsyn Muir’s Gideon the Ninth unveils a solar system of swordplay, cut-throat politics, and lesbian necromancers. Her characters leap off the page, as skillfully animated as necromantic skeletons. The result is a heart-pounding epic science fantasy.

Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
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Set in a world of powerful women, dark magic, and off-the-charts romance, book one of this stunning fantasy duology will leave readers burning for more.

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore
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A stunning debut for author Evie Dunmore and her Oxford Rebels, in which a fiercely independent vicar’s daughter takes on a powerful duke in a love story that threatens to upend the British social order.

Frankly in Love by David Yoon
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In this moving novel, debut author David Yoon takes on the question of who am I? with a result that is humorous, heartfelt, and ultimately unforgettable.

The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow
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In the early 1900s, a young woman searches for her place in the world after finding a mysterious book in this captivating and lyrical debut.

We Are Lost and Found by Helene Dunbar
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A poignant, heartbreaking, and uplifting story in the tradition of The Perks of Being a Wallflower about three friends coming of age in the early 1980s as they struggle to forge their own paths in the face of fear of the unknown.

No Judgments by Meg Cabot
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The storm of the century is about to hit Little Bridge Island, Florida—and it’s sending waves crashing through Sabrina “Bree” Beckham’s love life…

The Girl the Sea Gave Back by Adrienne Young
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The Girl the Sea Gave Back is the new standalone novel set in the brutal, Viking inspired world of Sky in the Deep. It will follow the story of Halvard ten years after the battle for Hylli, his role in the evolution of the Aska and Riki clans, and the spinning of fate that brings his path to intersect with a new character who changes their world again.

The Deathless Girls by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
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Gothic, intoxicating, feminist, darkly provoking and deeply romantic – this is the breathtakingly imagined untold story of the brides of Dracula, by bestselling author Kiran Millwood Hargrave in her much-anticipated YA debut.

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You’ll see titles from familiar and best-selling authors such as Helena Hunting, Meg Cabot, Cecelia Ahern, Christina Lauren, Jasmine Guillory, and Colleen Hoover—just to name a few! Plus there’s also quite a few authors making their debut this year including Zara Raheem, Jen DeLuca, Evie Dunmore, Melissa Ferguson, and more!

Read on to discover our picks and tell us in the comments what you’re looking forward to!

JULY

The Marriage Clock by Zara Raheem
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In Zara Raheem’s fresh, funny, smart debut, a young, Muslim-American woman is given three months to find the right husband or else her traditional Indian parents will find one for her–a novel with a universal story that everyone can relate to about the challenges of falling in love.

Under Currents by Nora Roberts
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For both Zane and Darby, their small town roots hold a terrible secret. Now, decades later, they’ve come together to build a new life. But will the past set them free or pull them under?

The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai
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Alisha Rai returns with the first book in her sizzling new Modern Love series, in which two rival dating app creators find themselves at odds in the boardroom but in sync in the bedroom.

Making Up by Helena Hunting
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Cosy Felton knows just how to handle the awkwardness that comes with working at an adult toy store. Griffin Mills is using his business trip in Las Vegas as a chance to escape the broken pieces of his life in New York City. The last thing he wants is to be put in charge of buying gag gifts for his friend’s bachelor party. Despite being out of his element, and mortified by the whole experience, Griffin is pleasantly surprised when he finds himself attracted to the sales girl that helped him.

All It Takes by Kristen Proby
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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Proby’s second novel in her Romancing Manhattan series delivers the sizzling story of a playboy who’s vowed never to commit until he meets the one woman he’s tempted to break his promise for.

All Roads Lead to You by Jennifer Probst
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Happily single, Harper Bishop trusts in only one passion—her rescue farm and healing her thoroughbred, Phoenix. Her dream is to lead him to the Triple Crown. But how unreachable is it without experience or help? A handsome new guest at her family’s B&B has what it takes to make it come true. And with his irresistible brogue, warm smile, and soothing touch, he’s a major distraction.

AUGUST

Playing House by Ruby Lang
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Romance blossoms between two city planners posing as newlyweds in this first in a bright new series by acclaimed author Ruby Lang.

Handle With Care by Helena Hunting
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New York Times bestselling author of SHACKING UP and I FLIPPING LOVE YOU Helena Hunting mixes humour and heart in this scandal-filled romantic comedy.

Playing for Keeps by Kendall Ryan
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Get ready to meet your new favourite hot jocks in this series of stand-alone novels. If you like sexy, confident men who know how to handle a stick (on and off the ice), and smart women who are strong enough to keep all those big egos in check, this series of athlete romances is perfect for you!

Say You Still Love Me by K.A. Tucker
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The bestselling author of The Simple Wild and Keep Her Safe and “master of steamy romance” (Kirkus Reviews) delivers a sizzling novel about an ambitious and high-powered executive who reconnects with her first love: the boy who broke her heart.

Already Gone by Kristen Proby and K.L. Grayson
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New Hope, South Carolina is my home. It’s where I grew up, got into trouble, and fell in love for the first time. Scarlett Kincaid was more than the girl next door, she was my best friend, until she decided that small town life wasn’t for her. One minute she was here, and the next she was gone..

Kiss Me Not by Emma Hart
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As the reigning kissing booth contest champion, I have one goal: kiss as many people as possible to retain my dubious crown. But the only person I want to kiss is my best friend’s brother.

SEPTEMBER

No Judgments by Meg Cabot
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The storm of the century is about to hit Little Bridge Island, Florida—and it’s sending waves crashing through Sabrina “Bree” Beckham’s love life…

Postscript (PS, I Love You #2) by Cecelia Ahern
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When Holly Kennedy is approached by a group calling themselves the PS, I Love You Club, her safe existence is turned on its head. Inspired by her late husband Gerry’s letters, the club wants Holly to help them with their own parting messages for their loved ones to discover after they’re gone.

Well Met by Jen DeLuca
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All’s faire in love and war for two sworn enemies who indulge in a harmless flirtation in a laugh-out-loud rom-com from debut author Jen DeLuca.

The Wonder of Now by Jamie Beck
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Peyton Prescott would give anything for the carefree life she knew before breast cancer changed everything. But instead of using her second chance to move forward, she’s stuck promoting the memoir her brother convinced her to write, thus reliving the very battle she wants to forget. If she hopes her European book tour will allow her to enjoy revisiting her favourite travel-writing destinations, she’s wrong: her PR whiz is too consumed with his own goals to consider her needs.

Love on Lexington Avenue by Lauren Layne
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From New York Times bestselling author Lauren Layne comes the second delightfully charming installment in the Central Park Pact series, following a young widow whose newfound cynicism about love is challenged by a sexy, rough-around-the-edges contractor.

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore
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A stunning debut for author Evie Dunmore and her Oxford Rebels, in which a fiercely independent vicar’s daughter takes on a powerful duke in a love story that threatens to upend the British social order.

OCTOBER

Twice in a Blue Moon by Christina Lauren
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners and the “delectable, moving” (Entertainment Weekly) My Favorite Half-Night Stand comes a modern love story about what happens when your first love reenters your life when you least expect it…

The Play (Briar U #3) by Elle Kennedy
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A brand-new standalone novel in the New York Timesbestselling Briar U series! She’s the player he never saw coming…

Royal Holiday by Jasmine Guillory
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Proposal and “rising star in the romance genre” (Entertainment Weekly) comes a dazzling new novel about a spontaneous holiday vacation that turns into an unforgettable romance.

Seven Letters by J.P. Monninger
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J. P. Monninger, author of the international bestseller The Map That Leads to You, the novel Nicholas Sparks called “romantic and unforgettable”, tells a poignant love story of the ways the world divides two souls—and the way that love brings them together.

Gypsy King by Devney Perry
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The former Tin Gypsy motorcycle club has everyone in Clifton Forge, Montana convinced they’ve locked their clubhouse doors and ripped off their patches. Everyone but Bryce Ryan. There’s more happening at the club’s garage than muscle car restorations and Harley rebuilds. Her instincts are screaming there’s a story—one she’s going to tell.

Faker by Sarah Smith
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Debut author Sarah Smith nails this fun and sexy multicultural romance where two office foes hammer out their differences to build a love that will last…

NOVEMBER

Not the Girl You Marry by Andie J. Christopher
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How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days gets a millennial makeover in this romantic comedy by USA Today bestselling author Andie J. Christopher.

The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams
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Distraught and desperate, Gavin finds help from an unlikely source: a secret romance book club made up of Nashville’s top alpha men. With the help of their current read, a steamy Regency titled Courting the Countess, the guys coach Gavin on saving his marriage. But it’ll take a lot more than flowery words and grand gestures for this hapless Romeo to find his inner hero and win back the trust of his wife.

Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert
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Talia Hibbert, one of contemporary romance’s brightest new stars, delivers a witty, hilarious romantic comedy about a woman who’s tired of being “boring” and recruits her mysterious, sexy neighbor to help her experience new things—perfect for fans of Sally Thorne, Jasmine Guillory, and Helen Hoang.

Inexpressible Island (End of Forever Saga Book 3) by Paullina Simons
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The third and final novel in Paullina Simons’ unforgettable End of Forever saga concludes Julian and Josephine’s heartbreaking love story that has spanned lifetimes.

We Met in December by Rosie Curtis
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Following a year in the life of a twenty-something American woman who falls hard for her London flat mate, this clever, fun, and unforgettable romantic comedy is the perfect feel-good holiday read.

Lethal Nights by Lora Leigh
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#1 bestselling author Lora Leigh turns up the heat in her latest novel of high-stakes passion and persuasion featuring the men of Brute Force.

DECEMBER

Husband Material by Emily Belden
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Twenty-nine-year-old Charlotte Rosen has a secret: she’s a widow. It could never have been predicted that her late husband’s ashes would land squarely on her doorstep five years later. Stunned but determined, Charlotte sets out to find meaning in this sudden twist of fate, even if that includes facing her perfectly coiffed, and perfectly difficult, ex-mother-in-law—and her husband’s best friend, who seems to become a fixture at her side whether she likes it or not.

The Intended Victim by Alexandra Ivy
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The body lying on a cold steel slab bears all the hallmarks of the Chicago Butcher. Her delicate features are painfully familiar to Ash Marcel, once a rising star in the Chicago PD. But though the victim resembles his former fiancée, Remi Walsh, he knows it’s not her. Though Remi escaped a serial killer five years ago, her father died trying to save her. Grief and guilt caused her to pull away from the man she loved. Now Ash is back in her life, insisting that Remi is still in danger targeting women who look just like Remi.

Baby It’s Cold Outside by Dani Wyatt
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Enjoy this holiday wonder with a grunty alpha, a kind-hearted girl trying to rebuild her life, and a whole lot of yummy sexy times under the twinkling Christmas lights. Always safe, no cheating, a little angst, and for sure a happily ever after for all.

The Dating Charade by Melissa Ferguson
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Melissa Ferguson’s hilarious and warmhearted debut reminds us that love can come in very small packages—and that sometimes our best-laid plans aren’t nearly as rewarding and fun as the surprises that come our way.

Regretting You by Colleen Hoover
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An all-new romance novel from best-selling author Colleen Hoover.

A Madness of Sunshine by Nalini Singh
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New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh welcomes you to a remote town on the edge of the world where even the blinding brightness of the sun can’t mask the darkness that lies deep within a killer…

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