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A New York Times Notable Book of 2023A New York Times Books Review Best Romances of 2023 pick • Apple Books’ Best Books of the Month • Amazon Best Books of the Month Editor’s Pick, Romance • An NPR “Books We Love” • Library Journal Romance Pick of the Month • LibraryReads Hall of Fame: June 2023 • Publishers Weekly Best Romances of 2023Casey McQuiston meets The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo in this mid-century grumpy/sunshine rom-dram about a scrappy reporter and a newspaper mogul’s son "‘for Newsies shippers,’ [that] absolutely delivers” (Dahlia Adler, Buzzfeed Books).“A spectacularly talented writer!” —Julia QuinnNick Russo has worked his way from a rough Brooklyn neighborhood to a reporting job at one of the city’s biggest newspapers. But the late 1950s are a hostile time for gay men, and Nick knows that he can’t let anyone into his life. He just never counted on meeting someone as impossible to say no to as Andy.Andy Fleming’s newspaper-tycoon father wants him to take over the family business. Andy, though, has no intention of running the paper. He’s barely able to run his life—he’s never paid a bill on time, routinely gets lost on the way to work, and would rather gouge out his own eyes than deal with office politics. Andy agrees to work for a year in the newsroom, knowing he’ll make an ass of himself and hate every second of it.Except, Nick Russo keeps rescuing Andy: showing him the ropes, tracking down his keys, freeing his tie when it gets stuck in the ancient filing cabinets. Their unlikely friendship soon sharpens into feelings they can’t deny. But what feels possible in secret—this fragile, tender thing between them—seems doomed in the light of day. Now Nick and Andy have to decide if, for the first time, they’re willing to fight.

AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!Named a Most Anticipated book of 2024 by TIME ∙ The New York Times ∙ Goodreads ∙ Entertainment Weekly ∙ Today ∙ Paste ∙ SheReads ∙ BookPage ∙ Woman's World ∙ The Nerd Daily and more!A shimmering, joyful new novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry.Daphne always loved the way her fiancé Peter told their story. How they met (on a blustery day), fell in love (over an errant hat), and moved back to his lakeside hometown to begin their life together. He really was good at telling it…right up until the moment he realized he was actually in love with his childhood best friend Petra.Which is how Daphne begins her new story: Stranded in beautiful Waning Bay, Michigan, without friends or family but with a dream job as a children’s librarian (that barely pays the bills), and proposing to be roommates with the only person who could possibly understand her predicament: Petra’s ex, Miles Nowak.Scruffy and chaotic—with a penchant for taking solace in the sounds of heart break love ballads—Miles is exactly the opposite of practical, buttoned up Daphne, whose coworkers know so little about her they have a running bet that she’s either FBI or in witness protection. The roommates mainly avoid one another, until one day, while drowning their sorrows, they form a tenuous friendship and a plan. If said plan also involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their summer adventures together, well, who could blame them?But it’s all just for show, of course, because there’s no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiancé’s new fiancée’s ex…right?

If you loved Sophie Ranalds Sorry Not Sorry then this is the hilariously feel good novel for you!Funny, poignant and wonderfully descriptivean unlikely but perfect romcom Rachel BurtonA lovely, uplifting storyeverything I look for in a romantic comedy Karen Clarke A proper meet-cuteDEFINITELY unputdownable Isabella MayFunny, poignant and wonderfully descriptivean unlikely but perfect romcom Rachel BurtonIf you are looking for a wonderful rom-com, that also had a few surprises in it, then this is definitely worth a read Rachels Random Reads***Jen Attison likes her life Just So. But being fished out of a canal in Copenhagen by her knickers is definitely NOT on her to do list. From cinnamon swirls to a spontaneous night of laughter and fireworks, Jens city break with the girls takes a turn for the unexpected because of her gorgeous, mystery rescuer.Back home, Jen faces a choice. A surprise proposal from her boyfriend, boring Robert has offered Jen the safety net she always thought she wanted. But with the memories of her Danish adventure proving hard to forget, maybe its time for Jen to stop listening to her head and start following her heartA fabulously feel-good rom com that will make you laugh till you cry and fall in love with the romance! This is a must read if you love romantic comedies by Sophie Kinsella, Lindsey Kelk or Mhairi McFarlane!

'Sharp, swoon-worthy, and profoundly romantic - First Time Caller is brimming with heart' - LYLA SAGE 'A beautiful, steamy, effervescent romance' SARAH ADAMS A hopeless romantic meets a demoralized radio host in this cosy, Sleepless in Seattle inspired love story from New York Times Bestselling author of the LOVELIGHT series, B.K. Borison. Aiden Valentine has a secret: he's fallen out of love with love. And as the host of Baltimore's romance hotline, that's a bit of a problem. But when a young girl calls in to the station asking for dating advice for her mom Lucie, the interview goes viral, thrusting Aiden and Heartstrings into the limelight. Lucie Stone thought she was doing just fine. She has a good job; an incredible family; and a smart, slightly devious kid. But when all of Baltimore is suddenly scrutinizing her love life--or lack thereof--she begins to question if she's as happy as she thought. Maybe a little more romance wouldn't be such a bad thing. Everyone wants Lucie to find her happy ending. . . even the handsome, temperamental man calling the shots. But when sparks start to fly behind the scenes, Lucie must make the final call between the radio-sponsored happily ever after or the man in the headphones next to her. READERS ARE FALLING HEAD OVER HEARTSTRINGS FOR FIRST TIME CALLER. . . 'THE most exquisite slow burn and another masterpiece in swoon by B.K. Borison.' 'The easiest 5-Stars I've ever given!' 'I DEVOURED and I mean DEVOURED First Time Caller - Bec has encapsulated all the feelings of your favourite 90s romcoms and bundled it up into this fabulous book!' 'This is genuinely the best romcom I've read in years. I absolutely adore B. K. Borison's work but she has OUTDONE herself with this one!' ---- *First Time Caller was an instant New York Times Bestseller in the 3rd Week of February 2025.

From the USA Today bestselling author of The Friend Zone comes an adorable and fresh romantic comedy about one trouble-making dog who brings together two perfect strangers.Two years after losing her fiancé, Sloan Monroe still can’t seem to get her life back on track. But one trouble-making pup with a ‘take me home’ look in his eyes is about to change everything. With her new pet by her side, Sloan finally starts to feel more like herself. Then, after weeks of unanswered texts, Tucker’s owner reaches out. He’s a musician on tour in Australia. And bottom line: he wants Tucker back.Well, Sloan’s not about to give up her dog without a fight. But what if this Jason guy really loves Tucker? As their flirty texts turn into long calls, Sloan can’t deny a connection. Jason is hot and nice and funny. There’s no telling what could happen when they meet in person. The question is: with his music career on the rise, how long will Jason really stick around? And is it possible for Sloan to survive another heartbreak?

"Susan Mallery is one of my favorites."--#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber Don't miss the final book in the bestselling Fool's Gold series! To overcome her painful past, baker ShelbyGilmore goes on the hunt for a friend--a male friend--to convince herstubborn psyche that men can be trusted. But where in a town as small as Fool's Gold willthe petite blonde find a guy willing to not date her? Dark, charmingAidan Mitchell puts the "adventure" in Mitchell Adventure Tours...and intothe beds of his many willing female tourists. Until he realizes he's inadvertently becomethat guy--the one-night Casanova--and worse, everyone in town knows it.Maybe Shelby's boy/girl experiment will help him see women as more than just conquests sohe can change his ways and win back his self-respect. As Aidan and Shelby explorethe secret lives of men and women, the heat between them fires up the Fool's Gold rumormill. If no one will believe they're just friends, maybe they should give the gossipssomething to really talk about!

'A new Borison book feels like coming home in the best way.' - HANNAH GRACE'Borison’s words are a special kind of magic' - ELENA ARMAS'There is simply no romance like a B. K. Borison romance.' - ELLEN O'CLOVERWeather boy meets weather girl. One big storm is heading their way . . .Jackson Clark likes life neat, predictable, and preferably viewed from the comfort of his radio booth.Delilah Stewart prefers hers wild, spontaneous, and preferably in the eye of the storm, out in the field.For years, the two have clashed like thunder and lightning - until they’re partnered against their will to cover the snowstorm of the century, finding themselves scrambling to figure out how to work together.Eager to be taken seriously as a journalist, Delilah offers Jackson a deal. If he can help her ace this assignment, she’ll help him rediscover his long-lost fun side. With an undiscovered chemistry burning beneath their clashes, the unlikely partnership quickly tumbles into an easy and surprising friendship.But when other feelings start to enter the equation, can Jackson and Delilah withstand the storm? Or does what happens in the mountains, stay in the mountains?Two competing meteorologists are forced to find common ground in this opposites attract, When Harry Met Sally inspired romance, from New York Times bestselling author B.K. Borison.------READERS ARE FALLING HEAD OVER HEARTSTRINGS FOR AND NOW, BACK TO YOU. . .'This. Book. Is. MAGIC.''Jackson is the new blueprint. I LOVED this book.''Unapologetically soft with top notch banter, so comforting, FUNNY, HOT. Magic.''AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH' 'Jackson and Delilah are inspired. The romance genre is gaining an instant classic.''This was so FREAKING GOOD. OK MISS BORISON.''I do not know WHAT BK Borison is putting in these books but I need five more immediately''The banter, the chemistry, FORCED PROXIMITY!!!!! All chef's kiss in my book.''I was swooning, sighing, laughing, crying, and everything in between.''In B.K. Borison I trust! When I tell you this book has changed my brain chemistry . . .I am not lying!'

"Melissa Tagg follows up her debut novel with a stellar sophomore read. With her charming wit and engaging prose, Tagg pens a story of hope in God's dreams for us and ties it all together with sigh-worthy romance. Truly a book and author not to be missed."~Rachel Hauck, award-winning, bestselling author of The Wedding Dress and Princess Ever AfterAfter playing nomad for five years, Blake Hunziker has finally had enough of adventure. Not sure what reception he'll get from everyone back in Whisper Shore, he's stunned at not only a warm welcome from his hometown but also a job offer. The job is his if he can successfully pull off the annual Christmas Festival. If only he knew the first thing about coordinating events...If there's one thing Autumn Kingsley knows, it's Whisper Shore. For years, she's been stuck running her family's inn when all she wants is to see the world. Now she has a visit scheduled from a potential investor who could take over the inn, as well as a dream job offer in Paris. But with just two weeks to whip the inn into shape, her chance at escape is a long shot.The Hunzikers and the Kingsleys may not get along, but Blake knows Autumn's the only one who can help him. She agrees to a trade--she'll help with the Festival and he'll help with inn repairs. But what was meant to be a simple deal quickly becomes much more than that when the guy who's done running away joins forces with the girl who can't wait to leave.

💖 The new rom-com by Sarah Adams, the New York Times bestselling author of the TikTok sensations, The Cheat Sheet and The Rule Book. 💖🥕 Chef x Farmer🥕 Brother's Best Friend🥕 He Fell First🥕 Friends to Lovers🥕 Meddling TownsfolkMadison Walker was determined to make it in the culinary world of New York. But with her dreams shattered, she returns home to Rome, Kentucky, where an unexpected chance to rebuild her life awaits her - a head chef position at a new farm-to-table restaurant.The only catch? The job offer comes from the owner of Huxley Farm, her brother's best friend . . . and the last person she wants to work for.James Huxley has always done what's expected of him in the family business -until now, when Madison's happiness is on the line. He's loved her quietly for hears; she's never seen him as more than an annoyance. Now that she's back, he's determined to change that.The one problem? His charming, wildly successful younger brother, Tommy, seems determined to win her over first.When an unexpected disaster strikes on the opening night of their dreamy farm-to-table restaurant, and a long-simmering sibling feud reaching breaking point, Madison and James must face their biggest insecurities-and decide if love is worth the risk or if some dreams are safer left untouched. _______________💖 Readers can't get enough of Sarah Adams 💖'I'm ready to eat up anything that Sarah Adams writes' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This made me laugh, and swoon equally as hard' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'My god it was AMAZING' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It made me feel all warm and mushy inside' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I have to say this is one of my favourite romcoms ever! Read it! ♥️' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh My Goddd I could not love this book anymore if I tried! It's cute, it's funny, the sass is just so entertaining!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"A funny and sizzling romp about discovering your inner pin-up girl... " Revenge is a dish... Plain-Jane bakery owner Natalie Anderson has always followed the recipe for a safe life. When her husband dumps her for a seductive older woman though, it's time to throw out the recipe and start from scratch. She cooks up a plan to transform herself from mousy brown to sexy blonde. Meanwhile, she's trying to expand her Seattle bakery, La Dolce Vita, but runs into an obstacle in the form of her irritatingly handsome landlord. Best served hot... Astronomer Anthony Novello's good looks and charm usually guarantees him a free pass with women, though that's not the case with his new tenant, Natalie. Plain, plump, and persnickety--he's never met a woman more annoying. But when Anthony returns from a telescope observing run, he makes a discovery of the non-celestial kind--Natalie has changed. He's amazed to find himself attracted to her. Sparks fly as he tries to convince her there's more to him than meets the eye. To cheating husbands... However, when Natalie's ex-husband tries to win her back, she's forced to make a decision. Is her year of living blonde over? Or is this the start of a new and much sweeter life....