Four books in, and Windy Harbor is still delivering the emotional romance, family chaos, and small town charm that keeps me coming back. Release date: July 9, 2026 Publisher: Willow Aster Genre: Contemporary Romance Narrator: Megan Wicks and Gideon Frost Synopsis: A steamy, second-chance, small-town, hockey romance full of heartbreak, heat, and the one he … Continue reading Endless Summer Nights by Willow Aster
Category: Romance
Trying Not to Love You by Kaylee Ryan
A Small Town Second Chance Romance That Hits Hard in Audio Release date: July 14, 2026 Publisher: Lyric Audiobooks Narrators: Savannah Peachwood and Connor Crais Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: NYT and USA Today Bestselling author Kaylee Ryan brings you a new standalone series set in a small town, surrounding four sisters. Trying Not to Love … Continue reading Trying Not to Love You by Kaylee Ryan
Chase Me If You Can by Heather Frances
A sexy, smart storm chasing romance packed with banter, heart, and unforgettable chemistry. Goodreads Release date: June 23, 2026 Publisher: Berkley Romance Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: Two storm chasers find a love that could blow them away in this electric debut romance. Wedding photographer Sloane Michaels might spend most of her year running after brides, … Continue reading Chase Me If You Can by Heather Frances
Worse Than Strangers by Kyleigh Leddy
A charming coastal retelling of Persuasion filled with second chances, family bonds, and summer romance. Goodreads Release date: June 23, 2026 Publisher: Gallery Genre: Contemporary Fiction Synopsis: A debut novel for fans of Jane Austen, Elin Hilderbrand, and Gilmore Girls, Worse Than Strangers is a Nantucket-set retelling of Austen’s Persuasion about finding romance, second chances, … Continue reading Worse Than Strangers by Kyleigh Leddy
The Great Outdoors by Kayla Olson
The perfect summer romance read Goodreads Release date: June 16, 2026 Publisher: Atria Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: From USA TODAY bestseller Kayla Olson, a new rom-com about a high-maintenance woman who embarks on a wilderness trek to prove to her ex how low-maintenance she can be—only to find herself with no makeup and an extremely attractive trek … Continue reading The Great Outdoors by Kayla Olson
The Cherry Blossom Boathouse by Laura Bloom
Goodreads Release date: May 26, 2026 Publisher: Dell Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: A bookshop, a boathouse, and a budding new romance…When Sophie Bennet gets fired from her high-profile marketing job and dumped by her boyfriend for being "too boring," she decides to take a risk–fueled by wine–and launches a crowdfunding campaign called "Help a Boring … Continue reading The Cherry Blossom Boathouse by Laura Bloom
The Ultimate 2026 Summer Reading Guide
Get ready for the ultimate summer reading experience with my new guide! Dive into a world of cozy mysteries, thrilling thrillers, charming romance, and relaxing beach reads. Whether you're a fan of suspenseful thrillers or heartwarming romances, there's something for everyone on this year's curated list.
The Final Target by Nora Roberts
Goodreads Release date: May 26, 2026 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Genre: Romantic Suspense Narrator: January LaVoy Synopsis: A young author becomes the object of a fan’s desire―and rage―in the gripping new thriller by the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Hidden Nature.He showed up at Arden Bowie’s debut author appearance with a copy of her novel and an … Continue reading The Final Target by Nora Roberts
The Worst Wedding Date by Pippa Grant
Goodreads Release date: May 19, 2026 (reissue) Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: He’s a tattooed shirtless bad boy. My best friend’s brother. And the jerk on the other side of my bed.I didn’t know bridesmaid was code for babysitter for the bride’s brother , but if that’s what my best friend needs of … Continue reading The Worst Wedding Date by Pippa Grant
The Shippers by Katherine Center
Goodreads Release date: May 19, 2026 Publisher: St. Martins Press Genre: Contemporary Romance Narrator: Patti Murin Synopsis: After a whole lifetime of being bad at love, JoJo Burton decides to solve her intimacy issues once and for all at her sister’s destination wedding on a cruise ship. With the help of a little pop psychology, … Continue reading The Shippers by Katherine Center
