Looking for your next summer romance read? Let's Kiss and Tell by Joss Richard delivers everything contemporary romance fans could want: fake dating, slow burn tension, sharp banter, and characters who feel refreshingly real. What starts as a simple arrangement between a relationship-averse sex columnist and a coworker recovering from heartbreak quickly evolves into something far more complicated—and far more emotional. With a confident heroine, an emotionally mature hero, and plenty of steam, this 5-star romance proves that Joss Richard's sophomore novel is every bit as captivating as her debut.

June is here, and your TBR is calling. Whether you're a lifelong queer romance reader or just dipping your toes in, this Pride Month reading list has something for everyone — swoony sapphic love stories, emotionally wrecking MM romance, dark romantasy, fake dating, road trips, second chances, and more. These aren't just great queer books. They're just great books, full stop.

You've stopped rooting for the hero. The brooding man in the corner with questionable ethics and an obsessive streak has your full attention, and honestly? Same. This is your complete villain era reading list: 20 recently published dark romances where the FMC falls hard for the bad guy, plus a dedicated section for morally grey heroines who bring their own darkness to the table. Mafia kings, gothic stalkers, rival MC presidents, assassin heirs, and a woman who kills with a kiss. Pull up a chair.

Every person Harlow Carrenwell kisses dies. That's not a problem — until it is. The Poison Daughter by Sheila Masterson is the dark romantasy slow burn I didn't know I needed, packed with a morally complex heroine, enemies-to-lovers tension, and twists I genuinely did not see coming. If you like your romance dark, spicy, and a little dangerous — this one's for you.

June is stacked. Whether you're in the mood for a swoony fake-dating romance, an epic fantasy love story, or a dark read that will make you sleep with the lights on, this month's romance releases have something for every kind of reader. We've rounded up every new romance book hitting shelves in June 2025—organized by release date and complete with publisher descriptions—so your TBR has no excuse to be empty this summer.

Mother's Day is over, but if you still didn't get your chapter, this one's for you. From the bookmark that never moves to falling asleep mid-page again — here are the signs you're a mom who desperately needs a chapter (and some real talk about why reading time isn't selfish, it's survival).

Trapped with a hot stranger and nowhere to run? These 25 forced proximity romance books from 2025 and 2026 deliver all the tension, banter, and slow-burn heat you crave.

Theresa Christine always knew she wanted to write a novel. She just needed the world to slow down long enough to let her. When Covid brought her travel journalism career to a halt in 2020, she finally had the time, and she made the most of it. Now, she's releasing her third book, In a Desert Daze, a spicy childhood friends-to-lovers contemporary romance set in the California desert, and it has everything: an MMC who is hopelessly down bad, a heroine who refuses to ask for help, and a sun-soaked small town you'll want to move to. Keep reading to find out what inspired the story, what Theresa wishes she could say to aspiring authors, and why readers keep falling in love with her books.

If you've never read a Meghan Quinn book, your TBR list is about to get a serious upgrade. She's the queen of rom-coms for a reason: laugh-out-loud banter, swoony heroes, and the rare ability to make you cackle and fan yourself in the same chapter. This guide breaks down every series, where to start, and why readers can't stop once they begin.

From enemies to lovers to grumpy sunshine, these are the 7 romance novel tropes readers are obsessing over in 2026. Whether you're building your TBR or chasing that slow-burn yearning feeling, this guide has your next read covered.

Looking for a dark dystopian romance that will completely pull you in? In this review of Daggermouth by H.M. Wolfe, I’m sharing why this intense, high-stakes story with a fierce heroine, dangerous secrets, and an enemies-to-lovers romance had me hooked from the very first page.

Looking for the best May 2026 romance book releases? This month’s lineup is packed with must-read romance novels, from beachy summer love stories and fake dating favorites to emotional second chance romances and swoony romantasy. Whether you’re building your summer TBR or searching for your next five-star read, these new romance releases for May 2026 have something for every romance reader.

Bride of Ash and Dust by Meredith Hart is the kind of slow burn fantasy romance that lingers long after you finish the final page. With an arranged marriage built on tension, restraint, and dangerous secrets, this story delivers a perfect blend of emotional depth and political intrigue. If you love morally gray heroes, simmering chemistry, and romance that unfolds one charged moment at a time, this is a must-add to your TBR.

Songbird of the Sorrows by Braidee Otto is a fantasy romance that blends court intrigue, deadly trials, and a powerful journey of self-discovery. In this review, we explore the Aviary, a central symbol that reflects the story’s deeper themes of freedom versus control, along with Aella’s transformation, the layered world-building, and the slow-burn romance that keeps readers hooked. If you love romantasy with strong heroines, political tension, and emotional stakes, this is a must-read worth adding to your TBR.

BookTok has become one of the most powerful tools for discovering your next favorite read, especially in the world of romance and romantasy. But with so many viral titles flooding your feed, it is fair to wonder if they actually live up to the hype.

In this post, I’m breaking down some of the most talked-about BookTok books right now, from indie gems turned traditionally published hits to trending romantasy reads everyone seems to be talking about. Some completely delivered, a few surprised me, and one or two came down to personal taste.

A.M. Ross is carving out space in romantic fantasy with stories that center older protagonists, slow burn tension, and emotionally grounded character arcs. In this Indie Author Spotlight, we take a closer look at her King Arthur inspired novel Legend of Mist and Blade, her writing process, and the themes of choice, resilience, and second chances that shape her work.

Sports romance is having a major moment—and for good reason. Blending high-stakes competition with emotional, character-driven love stories, this subgenre delivers tension, vulnerability, and unforgettable chemistry. From hockey’s dominance to the rise of BookTok favorites, here’s why sports romance is trending and which must-read titles deserve a spot on your TBR.

A sheltered princess, a forbidden friendship, and a kingdom built on secrets, Consort of Stars by Alana Powers pulled me in right away. In this ARC review, I’m sharing my honest thoughts on this fairytale-inspired fantasy romance, including the slow-burn spice level, standout quotes, and what worked (and what didn’t). If you love forbidden love, political intrigue, and heroines who start questioning everything, you’ll want to read this one.

Looking for the best romance books coming out in April 2026? This list highlights some of the most anticipated new romance releases, including sweeping romantasy adventures, swoony contemporary love stories, dark mafia romance, historical romance, and fake dating rom-coms. Whether you love enemies to lovers, slow burn tension, or magical fantasy worlds filled with dragons and dangerous secrets, these upcoming romance novels deserve a spot on your April TBR. Discover the romance books readers are already buzzing about and find your next favorite love story.

Discover the best dystopian romance books where love blooms in the darkest worlds. From young adult favorites filled with rebellion and forbidden love to darker adult dystopian romances with high stakes and emotional depth, this list features must-read stories of survival, resistance, and connection. If you love enemies to lovers, forced proximity, and romances set in dangerous futures, these dystopian romance books belong on your reading list.