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'A Five-Letter Word for Love' by Amy James | Romance Debut of the Month

Winning Love Stories | Romance Preview

LJ Talks with Romance Novelist Jamie Wesley

‘Temple of Swoon’ by Jo Segura | Romance Pick of the Month

Romantasy | Prepub Alert, April 2025 Titles

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The Sound of Us

Castille’s (Rocco) latest will appeal to fans of Colleen Hoover and readers who enjoy emotional, drama-filled romances.

A Five-Letter Word for Love

This heartfelt novel will surely garner an enthusiastic following for debut author James.
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For One Night Only

A lyrical dual-POV romance debut that’s perfect for readers who enjoy elements of oral and print storytelling devices, such as in Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid, but crave a happily-ever-after too.
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The Girl Most Likely To

Tieu (Fancy Meeting You Here) offers a light-hearted, relatable read for those who appreciate second-chance romances and the nuances of family dynamics.
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A Legend in the Baking

This fast-paced second-chance romance from Wesley (Fake It Till You Bake It) is sweet and hot, with a sexy cinnamon-roll hero and a determined, strong-willed heroine.

Is She Really Going Out with Him?

Another bright and gratifying love story from Cousens (The Good Part). She tackles the enemies-to-lovers trope with characteristic humor and thoughtfulness, while injecting it with complex characters and realistic situations.

Like Cats & Dogs

While this novel can stand alone, first-time readers will want the entire series. Highly recommended.
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Love in Bloom

Eden (Cherishing the Goddess) breathes new life into the “city woman moves to the country” trope, with a tender, sexy, and funny book that is sure to be popular.
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Designs on You

A lovely romp from Burton (Housebroke), full of passion, family, and love; perfect for fans of sexy romance with family at its core.
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Between Now and Forever

Written with heart, while showcasing the vulnerability of both characters gently and extremely well, Locke’s (Nothing But It All) latest is a sexy romance full of hope and heartwarming beauty.
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Pick-Up

Readers will love this unique blend of romance and relationship fiction, perfect for fans of Kate Clayborn and Emily Giffin.
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Change of Heart

Ballard (Right on Cue) weaves a fanciful, slow-burn grumpy/sunshine tale, ideal for readers who enjoy escapist romance.
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Wedding Dashers

This emotional and character-driven rom-com by debut writer McBreen is sure to resonate with Emily Henry fans.

Temple of Swoon

This fun, well-written adventure romance from Segura (Raiders of the Lost Heart) is unputdownable. Perfect for readers who enjoy a slow burn, witty banter, and plot twists and turns.
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Zoe Brennan, First Crush

This steamy romance has everything readers could ask for: excellent writing, well-developed characters, an atmospheric setting, and a forced-proximity workplace romance. Fans of Anita Kelly and Ashley Herring Blake will adore Zoe and Laine and clamor for more from Lee (Hannah Tate, Beyond Repair).
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Get Lost with You

Fans of small-town and slow-burn romances will devour this title from Sullivan (Love, Naturally).
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Duchess Material

A historical romance that shines in the growing chemistry between Will and Phoebe and in the depiction of Phoebe’s family dynamics. Match Sullivan’s book with readers who enjoy Victorian romance and appreciate earnest and stubborn heroines.
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Puck and Prejudice

A romance featuring a hockey pro who time travels and enters into a marriage of convenience with Jane Austen’s bestie sounds like a wild concept, and Riley (Virgin Territory) delivers all the fun that readers would expect in this playful, trope-filled diversion.
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Never Planned on You

Ali and Graham’s believable right-person-wrong-time dilemma will resonate with fans of second-chance romances.
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The Wrong Lady Meets Lord Right

Highly recommended for fans of historical romances, this is a quick, fun read, featuring clever characters.
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Give Me Butterflies

A companionable romance that emphasizes family and friends, support and mental wellbeing, and building a happy life.

First-Time Caller

A wonderfully tender and sexy story full of swoon-worthy lines and perfect moments that will elicit smiles, sighs, and tears and keep readers thoroughly invested in the happily-ever-after.

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Love on the Run | Adventure Romance

‘One on One’ by Jamie Harrow | LJ Review of the Day

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The Prospects

A steamy queer romance, full of heart and a love for the game.
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The Library of Borrowed Hearts

Gilmore’s (The Lonely Hearts Book Club) romantic tale is recommended for fans of bookish listens with a twist.
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The Lady He Lost

Delacour’s debut romance is sure to delight those seeking historical romance with echoes of Persuasion and the TV show Poldark.
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Truly, Madly, Deeply

Lambda Literary Award winner Bellefleur (The Fiancée Farce) is a genius when it comes to contemporary queer romances. Her newest novel, full of delicious thrills and steamy intimacy, is a delight.
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Old Flames and New Fortunes

A warm start to a small-town, magic-laced romance series. Recommended for fans of witchy romances in the vein of Ann Aguirre’s Witch Please.
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Summer After Summer

A modern take on a classic novel, recommended for fans of other Austen retellings such as Taylor Hahn’s The Lifestyle or Vanessa King’s A Certain Appeal.
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Looking for a Sign

The perfect romance for listeners looking for a humorous story with lots of character growth and just the right amount of heat.
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Not in Love

This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a steamy, sex-positive contemporary romance about biotech and betrayal. Recommended for fans of Chloe Liese, Abby Jimenez, and Elena Armas.
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This Summer Will Be Different

A fun romantic romp with a lovable cast of characters as warm as the summer sun.
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Making It

An uplifting, romantic coming-of-age story featuring a sympathetic protagonist and a cast of heartwarming characters.
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Effie Olsen’s Summer Special

Romance lovers will appreciate this sweet and sexy listen, served up with a satisfying, happy ending.
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A Shore Thing

A touching and poignant queer romance, recommended for fans of Alexis Hall’s Something Spectacular.
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The Road Trip Rewind

A humorous and nostalgic rom-com for fans of Ashley Poston’s The Seven Year Slip.
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Under Your Spell

Wood’s novel is the perfect summer romance, with the push and pull of will-they-won’t-they and a sweetly satisfying ending.

Happy Medium

Listeners seeking endearing characters and spooky vibes will be enchanted with this winning rom-com. Share with fans of Ashley Poston’s The Dead Romantics or Lana Harper’s From Bad to Cursed.
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Love You, Mean It

This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a cute contemporary romance full of mouthwatering foods and heartwarming fun. Recommended for fans of Tessa Bailey and Emily Henry.
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All’s Fair in Love and War

A sweet Regency romance with enjoyable characters and sensually described tension that will keep listeners enchanted until the end. Recommended for fans of Martha Waters’s To Have and To Hoax.
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The Truth Behind the Governess

Arens (Meeting Her Promised Viscount) presents a chaste, charming Victorian romance about seeking adventure and finding love instead.
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K-9 Defender

Miller (Shadow Survivors) delivers a fast-paced read in the second book of the “Protectors at K-9 Ranch” series. Characters from the previous novel make reappearances, but first-time readers can connect the dots and not feel like they are missing out on the storyline.
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Colorado Kidnapping

Myers (Mile High Mystery) skillfully writes emotional scenes and takes readers on a heart-wrenching adventure.
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Conard County: Covert Avenger

Deceit, danger, and adventure are all abundant in Lee’s (Conard County: Murderous Intent) latest. Readers need not have previous knowledge of this lengthy series; Lee does an excellent job of making the stories stand-alone reads.
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Two Week Temptation in Paradise

A lovely romance from Renae (Consequence of Their Parisian Night), featuring an older heroine getting her second chance at forever.
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I Did Something Bad

Wheatley (Homicide at Vincent Vineyard) pens an adventurous story in the fourth entry of the “West Coast Crime” series. Well-developed characters will draw readers in and have them reaching for the earlier books.
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What Lies Below

Ericson (Captured at the Cove) unfolds a love story that fans of Nicholas Sparks and Colleen Hoover will be drawn to.
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Always the Bridesmaid

Blake’s (Cinderella Assistant to Boss’s Bride) latest is a must read for those who enjoy friends-to-lovers and second-chance romances.
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The Muse of Maiden Lane

Series fans will be thrilled that the last of the four horsewomen finds her happily-ever-after. Characters from prior installments feature significantly, so readers should begin with The Siren of Sussex.
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The Killer Next Door

Stevens (The Secret of Shutter Lake) takes readers on a thrilling ride, which will leave them breathlessly awaiting the next book in the series.
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A Wager To Win the Debutante

Shepherd (Falling for the Forbidden Duke) presents a steamy Victorian romance to start the new “Rakes, Rebels and Rogues” series.
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Bound by the Boss’s Baby

Singh (Their Accidental Marriage Deal) offers a cute and cozy story, perfect for readers who love single-parent romances.
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Fake Fling with the Billionaire

This romance from Stewart (Unexpected Family for the Rebel Tycoon) is sure to capture readers’ hearts.
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Penniless Until the Earl’s Proposal

In this marriage-of-convenience Regency romance, Dickson (Too Scandalous for the Earl) presents an annoyances-to-lovers pair with an outspoken leading lady and a sympathetic, sensuous hero.
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Love at First Book

Fans of bookish romances will be charmed by this slow-burn romance with an enemies-to-lovers twist. Share with those who enjoyed Rachel Lacey’s Read Between the Lines.
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The Rom-Commers

This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a fun, fast-paced romantic comedy about the film industry and fighting for love. Recommended for fans of Falon Ballard, Alisha Rai, and Samantha Young.

We Could Be Heroes

Filled with meet-cutes, misunderstandings, and nervous feelings of first love, Ellis (Love & Other Scams) offers a delightful queer rom-com that addresses serious societal issues.
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Experienced

A joyous and sexy romantic romp, perfect for fans of Ashley Herring Blake and Alexandria Bellefleur.
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One Last Shot

Cayouette’s debut traces a complicated second-chance romance set against the glamorous yet demanding backdrop of the fashion industry.

'Single Player' by Tara Tai | Romance Debut of the Month

Romance | Prepub Alert, March 2025 Titles

'Lightning in Her Hands' by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland | Romance Pick of the Month

Lightning in Her Hands

This sequel to Gilliland’s first romance, Witch of Wild Things, is sure to be just as popular.
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Mr. Nice Spy

This second book in Smith’s “My Spy” series has it all: romance, intrigue, mistaken identity, and a race against time.
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Roland Rogers Isn’t Dead Yet

Allen’s (Patricia Wants To Cuddle) unconventional novel about reputation, success, identity, and living authentically will appeal to readers looking for a unique take on a love story.
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Showmance

Beguelin’s adult debut isn’t quite a smash hit, but romance fans and theater nerds alike will have fun reading it.
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How To Get a Life in Ten Dates

Howe’s latest doesn’t live up to her previous enjoyable titles The Make-Up Test and On the Plus Side.
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Catch and Keep

Warm, swoony, and grounded, Hahn’s (Friends Don’t Fall in Love) latest is the perfect story to cuddle up with just as the weather turns.
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Perfect Fit

Perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Lana Ferguson, this book from Gilmore (Love Interest) is heartfelt, with a little grit and a lot of laughs.
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Wake Up, Nat & Darcy

A charming debut, perfect for readers looking for queer stories in the popular hockey romance trend or those who enjoyed Anita Kelly’s How You Get the Girl.
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PS: I Hate You

Fans of second-chance romances with intense emotional depth will enjoy this novel from Connolly (Fall Back into Me). Recommended for readers of Kate Clayborn.
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Pickleballers

Long’s (Ziggy’s Big Idea) adult debut is written with pickleball players in mind, with a lot of focus on pickleball play, but readers who just enjoy fun sports romances will pick this title up as well.
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Not in My Book

Readers will not be able to put down this delightful, witty romance.

Single Player

This is a must-read for fans of queer romance and those interested in the behind-the-scenes world of video games. Tai’s storytelling is both fun and thought-provoking, making this debut a standout in contemporary romance fiction.
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The Most Wonderful Time

Allen’s (Black Girls Must Have It All) writing explores the psychological impacts of racism and grief and celebrates new love and personal revelations in this Christmas romance that will also appeal to fans of relationship fiction.
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Imperfectly Perfect

Prepare to fall for the swoon-worthy Steele and his perfect catch.

Keep Me

This sexy enemies-to-lovers story is filled with biting dialogue and page-melting chemistry. A great start to Cate’s (Madame) new “Sinful Manor” series.
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Earl Crush

Vasti’s second novel is a highly enjoyable read, filled with deft characterization and dialogue, an interesting plot, and an abundance of good feelings.
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Her Knight at the Museum

If readers appreciate a slight fantasy twist, they’ll be rewarded with a frothy contemporary romance from Donovan (The Equinox Stone). It will especially appeal to readers who enjoy a touch of Marvel’s Thor in their romantic heroes.

Much Ado About Margaret

Readers who enjoy an enemies-to-lovers romance will love Roux’s (The Proposition) historical take on the trope.
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The Co-op

Fans of slow-burn, emotionally charged romances, such as those by Kate Clayborn, Yulin Kuang, and Emily Henry, will enjoy DeWitt’s (Savor It) novel immensely.
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The Jewel of the Isle

Rea (Lucy on the Wild Side) takes readers on a delightful adventure that’s packed with action, twists, and humor in this forced-proximity rom-com. Hand to fans of Jo Segura and Sarah Hawley.

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The Other Side of Disappearing

Narrators Wyeth Watts and Marnye Young capture the angsty and romantic tone of this lyrical contemporary romance, a knockout from author Clayborn (Georgie, All Along). Recommend for listeners who enjoy emotionally turbulent and deeply romantic stories like Emily Henry’s Beach Read.
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How to End a Love Story

A layered, slow-burn romance that tackles tough topics with delicacy.

Isabel and the Rogue

Ruby Hunt returns to narrate the second installment in De la Rosa’s “Luna Sisters” series (following Ana María and the Fox), using her seasoned talent to portray the many voices of the large cast of characters, capturing especially Captain Dawson’s warm British accent and Isabel’s Spanish-inflected English. Libraries should plan on stocking the complete series for historical romance readers.
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In a Not So Perfect World

This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a funny, fresh, fake-dating rom-com about video games and vacation romance. Recommended for fans of Christina Lauren, Dylan Newton, and Lynn Painter.
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Here for the Wrong Reasons

A perfect summer listen for fans of Alison Cochrun’s The Charm Offensive and reality TV dating shows.

A Novel Love Story

A must-read for romance lovers and anyone who loves the magic of stories.
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The Paradise Problem

Narrators Patti Murin and Jon Root deftly entertain while voicing the large cast of characters that make this an entertaining adventure. Lauren’s (The True Love Experiment) many fans won’t want to miss it.
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Dare To Au Pair

Those who like their romance with an international flair are sure to be impressed by Araya’s diverting performance and Correll’s delightful story.

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