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12 Bookish Contemporary Romances To Check Out
By Carrie Mcbride, Blog Editor | May 25, 2022In these charming books, the protagonists have a clear love of the written word. But can they find love for themselves off the page?Nine New Contemporary Romances That Make Love Feel Possible
By Carrie McBride, Communications | April 19, 2022For maximum enjoyment, pair these with a park bench under chirping birds, a sunny window seat, or a picnic blanket near a blossoming tree.50 All-Time Favorite Romance Books
By Anne Rouyer, Supervising Young Adult Librarian | February 11, 2022Classics, contemporary, LGBTQ, historicals, sci-fi/fantasy, thrillers—these books still have the power to make us smile or catch our breath.Big-Hearted Novels for Fans of Starstruck
By Cierra Bland, Social Media Manager | August 23, 2021If you love Starstruck and other stories of odd couples and star-crossed lovers, check out these joyful stories.
Enter the Jasmine Guillory Universe
By Cierra Bland, Social Media Manager | February 13, 2021Her contemporary romance novels depict relatable characters navigating race, gender, friendships, careers, politics, and more. Oh, and they…
More Teen Romances For Readers Who Hate Romance Novels
By Andrea Lipinski, Young Adult Librarian | February 12, 2021Perhaps these teen titles will tempt you to give romances a try.Quiz Yourself on These Romantic Literary Quotes
By Cierra Bland, Social Media Manager | February 11, 2021Whether you love the classics or wait with baited breath for the latest release, we want to see if you can match these famous quotes with t…
30+ Bridgerton Readalikes to Steam Up All Your Nights
By Anne Rouyer, Supervising Young Adult Librarian | January 4, 2021Don't be discouraged if you're in a holds queue for one of the Bridgerton books—here are dozens of similar books to try while you wait.The Heir Affair and a Royal Romance Roundup
By Anne Rouyer, Supervising Young Adult Librarian | July 20, 2020A round-up of adult and young adult royal romances, old and new, to keep you busy all summer long.11 Ice Hot Hockey Romances
By Anne Rouyer, Supervising Young Adult Librarian | April 10, 2019You don't have to know the rules of everyone's favorite frozen sport to enjoy these steamy selections from a romance sub-genre.
