First responders are real life heroes, and I don't know about you, but I can't get enough of them in romance novels. So, here are just a few of the FABULOUS first responders in Romancelandia that I'd let rescue me ANY time:   

I've said it before and I'll say it again. I'm SICK of publishers (traditional publishers in particular) marketing darker romance and books that are more women's fiction than romance under those cutesy illustrated covers. If a book has one of those covers, I expect there to be laughs, fun, and hopefully (fingers crossed) a little sexiness. So today, I'm going to list some of my favorite romance novels with cutesy illustrated covers that don't fail to deliver on the promise those covers make. These are fun, sexy romances WITH HEA ENDINGS that you'll love. So, without further ado, here they are:   

Look, I'm not a huge fan of Hallmark Channel movies. BUT...I totally get the appeal. There's a wholesome sweetness to them that's super comforting. I also understand the appeal of the from-the-female-gaze, incredibly intimate sex scenes in Outlander. So, when I saw a tweet last month from an ingenious person who said romance readers want Hallmark Channel movie vibes but with Outlander sex, I thought, "That's a Friday book recommendations list!" That said, here are my picks for reads that give off sweet, warm, comforting Hallmark vibes (low-angst, light-hearted, pure sunshine books) but that include the kind of steam you usually have to turn the channel to get. You're welcome:  

Yes, I know Dirty Dancing is a movie, not a romance novel. No, this list doesn't have anything to do with the always-fabulous Patrick Swayzee (may he rest in peace). But whenever I think of dancers in romance, this movie always comes to mind, OK? So, anyhoo, here's my picks for the BEST romance novels about dancers that'll definitely kickstart your TBR list: 

If you're like me, your TBR list is a mile long, and contains more books than you could probably read in two lifetimes. With that kind of list, it's hard to decide which new releases to devote your attention to. I'm here to help. You're welcome. Here are the new release romances I instantly fell in love with--and maybe, just maybe, they deserve to be bumped up on YOUR mile-long TBR list:  

New Adult Romance 
Publication date: ​09/21/2021
Kindle Unlimited: No
Cliffhanger: No

Another great, fun read from Helena Hunting. No surprise here, really. Here's the scoop:

I've learned a few things over the DECADES I've been reading romance novels. Most importantly, I've learned to spot some glaring red flags. These red flags tell me that certain books aren't for me, and I REALLY pay attention to them. So, if I see these things in a book's blurb, marketing, or sample chapters, I bail with a quickness (and you might want to do the same):    

(Sorry about the pun in the headline. I couldn't help myself.) I used to avoid amnesia romance like the plague. I always figured it was a trope bad soap opera writers used when they were all out of plausible reasons to keep a beloved couple apart. But a few crazy talented romance authors changed my opinion of the trope ENTIRELY. Enough so that I now even have a list of some of my all-time favorite amnesia romances that you should consider checking out, too:    

Paranormal/Romantic Erotica/Humorous Erotica
Publication date: ​08/01/2021
Kindle Unlimited: Yes
Cliffhanger: No

Look, don't roll your eyes. Hear me out on this one. EVERYONE I follow on Twitter was talking about the "minotaur milking romance," and y'all know how curious I am. It was my curiosity that lead me to read an MPREG romance a little while back.  So, yes, the phrase "minotaur milking" did make me do an Amazon search. I'll admit, the cover almost scared me off. But ultimately, my curiosity won out and I read Morning Glory Milking Farm by CM Nascosta...and I liked it. (Hey, I'm as surprised as you are.) Here's the scoop:  

As you know, I cut back on book reviews a while ago for many reasons, but that doesn't mean I've stopped reading. I've found LOTS of great reads lately, and today, I'm going to let you in on what I've found and why I think YOU'D like it, too. Gather round, friends, and check this out: 

Romances were the couple is stuck/trapped/isolated together with nothing but them, the elements, and tons of sexual chemistry are my JAM. Here are a few of my favorites that I think you'll like to. You're welcome:  

Whenever you admit that you read (or write) romance, you run the risk of getting hit with a few stupid comments that will undoubtedly piss you off. None of the negative comments you receive are new. They've all been spewed a million times before. But just in case anyone who has ever spouted any of these stupid myths is reading this post and is willing to learn a thing or two, I'm going to address the top  myths about romance novels that can crawl into a hole and die (soon, preferably): 

Sometimes I love a good rip-your-heart-out, tear-jerker of a romance novel. And other times, I just want to sit back, relax, and enjoy a nice light-hearted, super low-angst, fun romance novel. I mean, times are tough. Who doesn't need a little more sunshine and joy in their lives? With that in mind, here are 10 romance novels that will undoubtedly brighten your #FridayReads #readinglist:  

Paranormal/Fantasy Romance
Publication date: ​08/15/2021
Kindle Unlimited: Yes
Cliffhanger: No

I think I've made it pretty clear in the past that I adore Emma Scott. I mean, I did a whole "reasons why you should read Emma Scott" post and everything. Not to mention all the book recommendations lists she's appeared on. So, it should surprise absolutely no one that I loved her latest release. But still, here's what you should know about The Sinner: 

Second chance romance is when a couple didn't make it to happily ever after their first time around, but get another shot at getting at right at some point later in their lives. It's a hugely popular trope in romance novels for a reason. I mean, who wouldn't want a second chance to right a wrong? With that in mind, here are the BEST (in my not so humble opinion) romances featuring the "second chance" trope: