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Did you know that August is National Romance Awareness Month? Although romances are highlighted during August, it doesn't have to be that month for you to enjoy a sappy romance novel. Read romance all year long!

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The Bodyguard: A Novel By Katherine Center Cover Image
$29.00
ISBN: 9781250219398
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Published: St. Martin's Press - July 19th, 2022

Katherine Center's The Bodyguard is “My perfect 10 of a book. As funny and sweet as all the very best nineties rom-coms, but with Center’s signature heart-tugging depth. I wish I could erase it from my mind just to read it again for the first time. A shot of pure joy.”—Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Book Lovers


Anna and the French Kiss By Stephanie Perkins Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780142419403
Published: Speak - August 4th, 2011

“Stephanie Perkins’s characters fall in love the way we all want to, in real time and for good.” -Rainbow Rowell, #1 New York Times bestselling author


The Ex Hex: A Novel (The Graves Glen Series #1) By Erin Sterling Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780063027473
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Published: Avon - September 28th, 2021

New York Times Bestseller

Erin Sterling casts a delightful spell with a spine-tingling romance full of wishes, witches, and hexes gone wrong.

“A delightful and witty take on witchy mayhem.” — Popsugar


The Bride Test By Helen Hoang Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780451490827
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Published: Berkley - May 7th, 2019

From the USA Today bestselling author of The Kiss Quotient comes a romantic novel about love that crosses international borders and all boundaries of the heart...


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Bombshell: A Hell's Belles Novel By Sarah MacLean Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780063056152
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Published: Avon - August 24th, 2021

New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean returns with a blazingly sexy, unapologetically feminist new series, Hell’s Belles, beginning with a bold, bombshell of a heroine, able to dispose of a scoundrel—or seduce one—in a single night.


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Get a Life, Chloe Brown: A Novel (The Brown Sisters #1) By Talia Hibbert Cover Image
$15.99
ISBN: 9780062941206
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Published: Avon - November 5th, 2019

“Absolutely charming... a flawless balance of humor, heat, sweetness, and depth, and I loved every page.” – Helen Hoang, USA Today bestselling author of The Bride Test

USA TODAY BESTSELLER


Incense and Sensibility: A Novel (The Rajes Series #3) By Sonali Dev Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780063051805
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Published: William Morrow Paperbacks - July 6th, 2021

"Incense and Sensibility is a tender, well-crafted novel, as much about finding purpose as it is about falling in love. Dev writes with such rare empathy and humor that I often found myself holding my breath on one page only to be giggling by the next.


Never Tell By Stacey Abrams Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781250805829
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Published: St. Martin's Griffin - January 25th, 2022

From popular national leader and #1 New York Times bestseller Stacey Abrams writing under the name Selena Montgomery comes Never Tell a novel of spinetingling romance and unforgettable suspense.


Part of Your World By Abby Jimenez Cover Image
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Published: Forever - April 19th, 2022

A refreshingly modern fairy tale and instant New York Times bestseller that Love Hypothesis author Ali Hazelwood hails as "an uplifting, feel-good, romantic read." 

After a wild bet, gourmet grilled-cheese sandwich, and cuddle with a baby goat, Alexis Montgomery has had her world turned upside down.


One Last Stop By Casey McQuiston Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781250244499
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Published: St. Martin's Griffin - June 1st, 2021

*INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*
*INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER*
*INSTANT #1 INDIE BESTSELLER*


From the New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue comes a new romantic comedy that will stop readers in their tracks...


Must Love Books By Shauna Robinson Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9781728240732
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Published: Sourcebooks Landmark - January 18th, 2022

"A heartfelt and exciting debut...a wise and honest story of how it feels to be a young woman in search of yourself."—Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Malibu Rising


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The Governess Game: Girl Meets Duke By Tessa Dare Cover Image
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Published: Avon - August 28th, 2018

New York Times and USA Today Bestseller

He’s been a bad, bad rake—and it takes a governess to teach him a lesson

The accidental governess


Love, Lists, and Fancy Ships By Sarah Grunder Ruiz Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780593335420
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Published: Berkley - November 23rd, 2021

Sometimes a yacht, a bold bucket list, and a kiss with a handsome stranger are all a person needs to dive into the deep end of life.


Luck and Last Resorts By Sarah Grunder Ruiz Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780593335444
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Published: Berkley - August 9th, 2022

One of PopSugar’s Best New Books of 2022!

They have a second chance at love, but there are some rough seas ahead in the new contemporary romance from the acclaimed author of Love, Lists, and Fancy Ships.


Commitment-phobe Nina Lejeune lives by two rules: 
1. Always have fun. 
2. Don’t rely on anyone but yourself.


Beth and Amy (The March Sisters #2) By Virginia Kantra Cover Image
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Published: Berkley - May 25th, 2021

Four sisters face new beginnings in this heartfelt modern take on Little Women by New York Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra.


The Rest of the Story By Sarah Dessen Cover Image
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Published: Balzer + Bray - May 5th, 2020

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah Dessen comes a big-hearted, sweeping novel about a girl who reconnects with a part of her family she hasn’t seen since she was a little girl—and falls in love, all over the course of a magical summer.


The Sugar Queen: A Novel By Sarah Addison Allen Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780553384840
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Published: Bantam - April 14th, 2009

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In this irresistible novel, Sarah Addison Allen, author of the bestselling debut, Garden Spells, tells the tale of a young woman whose family secrets—and secret passions—are about to change her life forever.


First Bride to Fall (Majestic Maine #1) By Ginny Baird Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781649372109
Published: Entangled: Amara - June 28th, 2022

A shy woman. Her outdoorsy crush. And the bet that could bring them together…or implode spectacularly.


A Duke for Diana: A Witty and Entertaining Historical Regency Romance (Designing Debutantes #1) By Sabrina Jeffries Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781420153774
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Published: Zebra - May 24th, 2022

“Anyone who loves romance must read Sabrina Jeffries!” —Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling author


The Shaadi Set-Up By Lillie Vale Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780593328712
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Published: G.P. Putnam's Sons - September 7th, 2021

In this witty and heartfelt rom-com debut for fans of Jasmine Guillory, Emily Henry, and Tessa Bailey, an Indian American woman signs herself and her boyfriend up for a matchmaking site to prove they're a perfect match, only to be paired with her ex instead.


The Dead Romantics By Ashley Poston Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780593336489
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Published: Berkley - June 28th, 2022

A New York Times Notable Book of 2022!

The New York Times Bestseller and Good Morning America Book Club Pick!


"I LOVED this book! ...Funny, breathtaking, hopeful, and dreamy.”—Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis


On the Way to the Wedding: Bridgerton (Bridgertons #8) By Julia Quinn Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780063141308
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Published: Avon - June 29th, 2021

A New York Times Bestseller

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn comes the story of Gregory Bridgerton, in the final installment of her beloved Regency-set novels featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix.

GREGORY’S STORY


Shipped By Angie Hockman Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781982151591
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Published: Gallery Books - January 19th, 2021

Named a Best Romance Book of 2021 by Entertainment Weekly * Goodreads * PopSugar * Marie Claire * Real Simple * Insider * Vulture * CNN * Bookreporter * BookBub * and more!​

The Unhoneymooners meets The Hating Game in this witty, clever, and swoonworthy novel following a workaholic marketin


The Heart Principle By Helen Hoang Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780451490841
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Published: Berkley - August 31st, 2021

A woman struggling with burnout learns to embrace the unexpected—and the man she enlists to help her—in this new New York Times bestselling romance by Helen Hoang.


Lockdown on London Lane By Beth Reekles Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781989365854
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Published: W by Wattpad Books - February 1st, 2022

One of:

BuzzFeed's Recommended Reads in February

USA Today's February Rom-Coms to Read
PopSugar's Novels for a Romantic Escape
The Mary Sue's Books to Help Process the COVID Pandemic
BookPage's 2022 preview: Most anticipated romance
Book Riot's 11 Most Anticipated New Adult Romances for Spring 22


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Book Lovers By Emily Henry Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780593334836
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Published: Berkley - May 3rd, 2022

“One of my favorite authors.”—Colleen Hoover

An insightful, delightful, instant #1 New York Times bestseller from the author of Beach Read and People We Meet on Vacation.


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Beach Read By Emily Henry Cover Image
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Published: Berkley - May 19th, 2020

FROM THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF PEOPLE WE MEET ON VACATION AND BOOK LOVERS!

A romance writer who no longer believes in love and a literary writer stuck in a rut engage in a summer-long challenge that may just upend everything they believe about happily ever afters.


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People We Meet on Vacation By Emily Henry Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781984806758
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Published: Berkley - May 11th, 2021

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Book Lovers and Beach Read comes a sparkling novel that will leave you with the warm, hazy afterglow usually reserved for the best vacations.

Two best friends. Ten summer trips. One last chance to fall in love.


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Get a Life, Chloe Brown: A Novel (The Brown Sisters #1) By Talia Hibbert Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780062941206
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Published: Avon - November 5th, 2019

“Absolutely charming... a flawless balance of humor, heat, sweetness, and depth, and I loved every page.” – Helen Hoang, USA Today bestselling author of The Bride Test

USA TODAY BESTSELLER


Wicked and the Wallflower: A Dark and Spicy Historical Romance (The Bareknuckle Bastards #1) By Sarah MacLean Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780062692061
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Published: Avon - June 19th, 2018

When Wicked Comes Calling . . .

When a mysterious stranger finds his way into her bedchamber and offers his help in landing a duke, Lady Felicity Faircloth agrees—on one condition. She’s seen enough of the world to believe in passion, and won’t accept a marriage without it.

 

The Wallflower Makes a Dangerous Bargain . . .


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Brazen and the Beast: A Dark and Spicy Historical Romance (The Bareknuckle Bastards #2) By Sarah MacLean Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780062692078
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Published: Avon - July 30th, 2019

New York Times Bestselling Author Sarah MacLean returns with the next book in the Bareknuckle Bastards series about three brothers bound by a secret that they cannot escapeand the women who bring them to their knees.

The Lady’s Plan


Red, White & Royal Blue: A Novel By Casey McQuiston Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781250316776
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Published: St. Martin's Griffin - May 14th, 2019

* Instant NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY bestseller *
* GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD WINNER for BEST DEBUT and BEST ROMANCE of 2019 *

* BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR* for VOGUE, NPR, VANITY FAIR, and more! *

What happens when America's First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales?


The Beautiful Ones: A Novel By Silvia Moreno-Garcia Cover Image
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Published: Tor Books - April 27th, 2021

From the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic comes a sweeping romance with a dash of magic.


Take a Hint, Dani Brown: A Novel (The Brown Sisters #2) By Talia Hibbert Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780062941237
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Published: Avon - June 23rd, 2020

Named one of the Best Romances of 2020 by Apple, Kirkus, PW, Washington Post, NPR, BookPage, OprahMag, EW, Insider, Buzzfeed, Bustle, and Amazon!


Act Your Age, Eve Brown: A Novel (The Brown Sisters #3) By Talia Hibbert Cover Image
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Published: Avon - March 9th, 2021

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

In Talia Hibbert’s newest rom-com, the flightiest Brown sister crashes into the life of an uptight B&B owner and has him falling hard—literally.


The Bride Test By Helen Hoang Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780451490827
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Published: Berkley - May 7th, 2019

From the USA Today bestselling author of The Kiss Quotient comes a romantic novel about love that crosses international borders and all boundaries of the heart...


Recipe for Persuasion: A Novel (The Rajes Series #2) By Sonali Dev Cover Image
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Published: William Morrow Paperbacks - May 26th, 2020

From the author of Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors comes another , clever, deeply layered, and heartwarming romantic comedy that follows in the Jane Austen tradition—this time, with a twist on Persuasion.


The Duchess Deal: Girl Meets Duke By Tessa Dare Cover Image
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Published: Avon - August 22nd, 2017

An iBooks Best Romance of August Pick!

One of Publishers Weekly's Buzz Books of Romance 2017!

An Amazon Best Romance of August Pick!

2017 RT Reviewer's Choice Book of the Year Nominee and 2017 RT Reviewer's Choice Nominee for Best Historical Love & Laughter!

 


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The Governess Game: Girl Meets Duke By Tessa Dare Cover Image
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Published: Avon - August 28th, 2018

New York Times and USA Today Bestseller

He’s been a bad, bad rake—and it takes a governess to teach him a lesson

The accidental governess


The Wallflower Wager: Girl Meets Duke By Tessa Dare Cover Image
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Published: Avon - August 13th, 2019

New York Times and USA Today Bestseller

They call him the Duke of Ruin.

To an undaunted wallflower, he's just the beast next door.

Wealthy and ruthless, Gabriel Duke clawed his way from the lowliest slums to the pinnacle of high society—and now he wants to get even.


Destination Wedding: A Novel By Diksha Basu Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780525577133
Published: Ballantine Books - May 25th, 2021

From the internationally bestselling author of The Windfall. . . . What could go wrong at a lavish Indian wedding with your best friend and your entire family?

“A witty and romantic novel perfect for all readers.”—Terry McMillan

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY MARIE CLAIRE AND NEW YORK POST


While We Were Dating By Jasmine Guillory Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780593100851
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Published: Berkley - July 13th, 2021

An instant New York Times bestseller!

One of TIME Magazine's 100 Must-Reads of 2021!

Two people realize that it’s no longer an act when they veer off-script in this sizzling romantic comedy by New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Guillory.


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Cold-Hearted Rake By Lisa Kleypas Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780062371812
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Published: Avon - October 27th, 2015

Lisa Kleypas is back with a stunning new historical romance!

Readers have long waited for the return of New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas to historical romance—and now she's back with her most breathtaking yet.

A twist of fate . . .


The Soulmate Equation By Christina Lauren Cover Image
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Published: Gallery Books - May 18th, 2021

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

“Writing duo and reigning romance queens Christina Lauren are back with The Soulmate Equation, their most ambitious book to date.” —PopSugar

“A sexy, science-filled, and surprising romance full of warmth and wit.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Chosen


To Love and to Loathe: A Novel (The Regency Vows #2) By Martha Waters Cover Image
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Published: Atria Books - April 6th, 2021

Named a best romance of the year by Entertainment Weekly
Named a most anticipated romance by Oprah Daily, Marie Claire, BuzzFeed, PopSugar, and more!

“There was no romance novel more fun this year than this extremely witty enemies-with-benefits confection.” —Entertainment Weekly

The author of th


A Lowcountry Bride: A Novel By Preslaysa Williams Cover Image
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Published: Avon - June 1st, 2021

"I absolutely adore this book...love story begins slow—like a delicious lowcountry boil—but heats up to the perfect ending." --Kathleen Y’Barbo, bestselling author of The Black Midnight

A heartwarming Avon debut of love, forgiveness, and new beginnings set in the beautiful South Carolina Lowcountry.


Very Sincerely Yours By Kerry Winfrey Cover Image
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Published: Berkley - June 15th, 2021

A charming and heartwarming new romantic comedy by the acclaimed author of Waiting for Tom Hanks, Kerry Winfrey.


Anne of Manhattan: A Novel By Brina Starler Cover Image
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Published: William Morrow Paperbacks - June 1st, 2021

L. M. Montgomery’s classic tale, Anne of Green Gables, gets a romantic, charming, and hilarious modern adaptation, set in New York City.


First Comes Like: A Novel By Alisha Rai Cover Image
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Published: Avon - February 16th, 2021

The author of The Right Swipe and Girl Gone Viral returns with a story about finding love in all the wrong inboxes...


One Last Stop By Casey McQuiston Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781250244499
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Published: St. Martin's Griffin - June 1st, 2021

*INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*
*INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER*
*INSTANT #1 INDIE BESTSELLER*


From the New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue comes a new romantic comedy that will stop readers in their tracks...


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Instructions for Dancing By Nicola Yoon Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781524718961
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Published: Delacorte Press - June 1st, 2021

AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

"A charming, wholehearted love story that's sure to make readers swoon."—Entertainment Weekly

"Nicola Yoon writes from the heart in this beautiful love story."—Good Morning America