Romance recs for the sharp, sentimental, girl who loves that Taylor Swift quote about energy, vulnerability as connection, and forearms. This list contains affiliate links.
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Contemporary romance
Sports romance
Celebrity romance
Magical Realism Romance
Non-romance with romance
Romance reader merch
Contemporary romance
Fun, warmhearted, and sexy - the perfect romance!
First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison, Paperback
Kate Clayborn’s books have so much heart. I love this one especially.
The Other Side of Disappearing by Kate Clayborn
Tarah Dewitt is a genius. Hands-down.
Savor It (Spunes, OR, #1) by Tarah DeWitt
I love this romance between a personal trainer and an influencer!
Set on You by Amy Lea
Jessica Joyce's enemies-to-lovers road trip romance is so much fun!
You, with a View: An Enemies to Lovers Romance
Sports romance
A basketball romance where neither lead character is a player: love! I’m not a sports nerd but I love a good underdog story, and I love the relationship dynamic between these two characters. This is such a fun read!
One on One by Jamie Harrow
I've thought about this book at least once a week since I read it. The heart in this one, man.
The Prospects by K.T. Hoffman
I love this romance between a baseball player and a pop star!
Heavy Hitter: A Novel|Paperback
Sarah Adams' series is much-beloved and low spice!
In Your Dreams (Target Exclusive) - by Sarah Adams
Celebrity romance
Big Fan is a fun and quick romance read, perfect for boy band fangirls.
Big Fan: An 831 Stories Romance
Such a genius premise and excellent cover!
Female Fantasy: A Novel|Paperback
Erin La Rosa is an LA native, so her celebrity romances depict living in LA so realistically!
Plot Twist book by Erin La Rosa
One of my favorite books of the last year. Corrello is hilarious on the line level and deeply empathetic and genuine. I love this book!
32 Days in May: A Whirlwind Destination Rom-Com from the Jersey Shore to ...
Magical Realism Romance
I love this cozy magical realism romance!
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches: A Cozy Romance
Every book BK has written should be on this list.
Good Spirits: A Novel|Paperback
Non-romance with romance
Freya Sampson writes books with a quirky cast of characters and so, so much heart. The Last Chance Library was the first of hers I read, and I'm now a dedicated Freya Sampson auto-buyer.
The Last Chance Library by Freya Sampson
If you love the family dynamics and mysterious connections in Emily Henry's books, you'll love Dear Dotty!
Dear Dotty: A Novel
This book isn’t a romance, but it looks at life the way a romantic does. Strayed finds meaning in the little things. Reading this book in college changed my life.
Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar
Romance reader merch
As an EmHen fan, I assume you already have this. But here's the link just in case.
Emily Henry Books Stamp Shirt Comfort Colors, Beach Read Shirt, Sunshine Falls Shirt, Happy Place Inspired Shirt, Book Lovers Tee
I love 831 Stories' trope hats!
Fake Relationship Trope Hat
A classic romance reader hat!
Romance Reader Embroidered Dad Hat | Bookish Hat | Reader Cap | Bookworm Gift | Bookish Gift
