An emotional, healing romance brought to life by two phenomenal narrators. Goodreads | Lost and Found Release date: August 4, 2026 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Genre: Contemporary Romance Narrators: Samantha Brentmoor and Adam Gold Synopsis: A stunning novel of romance and redemption set in the Spunes, OR world, filled with heartbreak and hope from "master of … Continue reading Lost and Found by Tarah DeWitt
Tag: Friends to Lovers
Just for the Plot by Meghan Quinn
A laugh out loud friends to lovers romance with a stellar full cast audiobook Goodreads | Just For the Plot Release date: July 28, 2026 Publisher: Bloom Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: From New York Times bestselling author Meghan Quinn comes a spicy sports romance filled with late-night book club confessions, forbidden attraction, and one slow-burn … Continue reading Just for the Plot by Meghan Quinn
Windy Harbor Series by Willow Aster: Reading Order, Reviews & Rankings
A spoiler free guide to the interconnected small town romance series, including my thoughts on each book, favorite tropes, audiobook notes, and where this series ranks for me. Series at a Glance Series: Windy Harbor Author: Willow Aster Genre: Contemporary Romance Setting: Windy Harbor, Minnesota Format: Interconnected standalone romances Overall Series Rating: 4.5 average (so … Continue reading Windy Harbor Series by Willow Aster: Reading Order, Reviews & Rankings
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
Happy Ending by Chloe Liese
Happy Ending by Chloe Liese is a slow-burn, friends-to-lovers story that beautifully builds the foundation of Alex and Thea's relationship. Told through past and present timelines, the book shines with its character-driven narrative and emotional intimacy.
Romance Books That Feel Like a Valentine
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean over the top grand gestures or sugary sweet love stories. Sometimes the most romantic books are the ones that feel intimate, thoughtful, and deeply human, the kind of stories that linger long after the last page. These romance novels feel like receiving a Valentine in book form: tender, emotional, … Continue reading Romance Books That Feel Like a Valentine
The Best Worst Thing by Lauren Okie
From a stunning new voice in romance, Lauren Okie's 'The Best Worst Thing' is an intimate story about starting over, second chances, and the transformative power of love. With a captivating narrative and a standout audiobook performance, this contemporary romance is a must-listen.
Free Falling by Jill Shalvis
Goodreads Release date: February 3, 2026 Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: College rivals become workplace frenemies-turned-lovers in this warm, sexy contemporary romance from New York Times bestseller Jill Shalvis. First, they were rivals… Now they're stuck with each other… Retired hockey player Caleb Colburn needs this construction project to prove himself in the family business, … Continue reading Free Falling by Jill Shalvis
When Javi Dumped Mari by Mia Sosa
Goodreads Release date: June 24, 2025 Publisher: Putnam Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: The USA Today bestselling author of The Worst Best Man is back with a fun and flirty rom-com about a pact between friends that goes awry when one of them unexpectedly announces they're getting married. On the eve of their college graduation, best friends Javier Báez and Marisol Campos swore never to date someone the other … Continue reading When Javi Dumped Mari by Mia Sosa