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Love is in the air… and on our bookshelves! This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the most romantic way we know how: with a swoon-worthy lineup of contemporary romance and romantasy books hitting the shelves this year. 

Whether you’re craving heart-melting love stories or magical, fate-defying romances, these upcoming releases have us counting down the days until we can get our hands on them. Get ready to fall in love with your next favorite read! <3

Contemporary Romance

1. Out of the Woods by Hannah Bonam-Young (January 28)

This heartfelt companion to Out on a Limb, follows high school sweethearts-turned-spouses Sarah and Caleb embark on a grueling wilderness retreat to salvage their marriage. As they battle the elements and decades of unspoken doubts, they’ll have to decide if love alone is enough to find their way back to each other.

2. Deep End by Ali Hazelwood (February 4)

From beloved author Ali Hazelwood, this is a swoon-worthy romance that dives into the world of competitive swimming. Where fierce rivals are forced to confront their undeniable chemistry outside the pool.

3. Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey (February 4)

#1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey delivers a sizzling rom-com where a professional hockey player’s whirlwind encounter with his dream girl takes a shocking turn when he discovers she’s about to become his stepsister! With undeniable chemistry, forbidden tension, and plenty of family chaos, you are in for a fun, steamy read. 

4. First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison (February 11)

You’re now on the air with First-Time Caller, a cozy, Sleepless in Seattle-inspired romance. When a cynical radio host’s love life goes viral, he finds himself drawn to a hopeless romantic and forced to decide if he’s ready to believe in love again.

5. Wild Side by Elsie Silver (March 4)

The third book in Elsie Silver’s beloved standalone series, turns enemies to lovers up a notch with a marriage of convenience that’s anything but convenient. Tabitha’s always dreamed of her wedding day. She just never pictured saying “I do” to her infuriating, broody rival. But when forced proximity turns up the heat, resisting her new husband might be the biggest challenge yet.

 

6. The Strawberry Patch Pancake House by Laurie Gilmore (March 18)

Return to the cozy town of Dream Harbor in this sweet spring romance from the bestselling author of The Pumpkin Spice Café. When a grumpy single dad and a free-spirited nanny are thrown together, sparks fly. But is it love, or just a little matchmaking magic from his mischievous daughter? 

7. Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez (April 1)

The queen of romance is back! This is a swoon-worthy love story about missed chances, undeniable chemistry, and the fight for a future worth remembering. When a grumpy veterinarian and a fiercely independent woman share an unforgettable night, walking away seems like the only option… but fate might have other plans.

8. Wild and Wrangled by Lyla Sage (April 15)

The next book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series is almost here! Camille Ashwood’s perfectly planned future goes up in smoke when she’s left at the altar, only to find herself living next door to the one man she’s spent years trying to avoid. But some loves refuse to stay in the past, and Dusty Tucker might just prove he’s worth a second shot. 

9. Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry (April 22)

The loved and adored Emily Henry is back with her latest book destined for the New York Times bestseller list. When an eternal optimist and a grumpy Pulitzer Prize winner go head-to-head for the chance to write the biography of a reclusive heiress, they expect a fierce competition… not the undeniable chemistry threatening to rewrite their own stories. 

10. One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune (May 6)

Get ready to escape to Barry’s Bay in Carley Fortune’s latest heart-melting romance. When photographer Alice returns to the lake where one photo changed her life, she doesn’t expect to reunite with the boy in the picture. Now a charming, grown-up heartbreaker who sees her in a way no one else does. 

 

 11. Can’t Get Enough by Kennedy Ryan (May 13)

Hendrix Barry has it all, but when tech mogul Maverick Bell enters her world with a knee-weakening charm and undeniable chemistry, she’s faced with a temptation too powerful to ignore. Will she risk it all for the one man who truly sees her? This romance is sure to be one you won’t be able to put down.

12. The Love Haters by Katherine Center (May 20)

Get ready to laugh, swoon, and maybe even take a swim lesson in this new romance! When Katie Vaughn lands a career-changing gig profiling a ridiculously handsome Coast Guard rescue swimmer, there are just a few problems… She can’t swim, her boss is his brother, and Hutch might just be the biggest love hater she’s ever met. Cue the chaos and a hurricane of feelings in this irresistible rom-com. 

13. Rewind it Back by Liz Tomforde (May 20)

The wait is over- Rio and Hallie’s story is finally here! Rewind it Back is the epic conclusion to Liz Tomforde’s Windy City series, and it’s bringing all the heart, heat, and unforgettable moments fans have been craving. With tension, chemistry, and the perfect mix of swoon and sass, this final chapter is not to be missed!

14. It’s a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan (May 27)

Get ready for humor, heart, and a whole lot of awkward moments. Jane Jackson, Hollywood exec and former sitcom punchline, has made one big mistake. Now she must team up with her former crush, Dan Finnegan, to cover up the big lie. As they spend the week together, Jane may just discover that sometimes the best things in life come from the most unexpected sources. 

15. Sounds Like Love by Ashley Poston (June 17)

In this magical romance, Joni Lark, a hit songwriter who’s lost her spark and the musician whose voice haunts her, must navigate a connection that neither understands but both can’t shake. As they work to finish the song drawing them together, they may just find the answers to the secrets they’ve been hiding and the love they never expected. 

 

 

Romantasy

16. Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (January 28)

The battle is here. In the highly anticipated next installment of Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series, Violet Sorrengail is done with lessons and now it’s life or death. With enemies closing in and the fate of Navarre hanging by a thread, Violet must venture beyond the wards to seek allies, power, and the truth. But some secrets are too dangerous to keep... and even more dangerous to reveal. A storm is coming…will she survive it?

17. Emily Wilde's Compendium of Lost Tales by Heather Fawcett (February 11)

In the third book in this adorable series, the brilliant but prickly scholar finds herself in the most unexpected role yet-queen of a faerie realm. Alongside her charming fiancé, Wendell Bambleby, Emily must navigate courtly intrigue, deadly curses, and a kingdom on the brink. But can an academic truly rule a world of magic and mischief? The fate of Faerie depends on it.

18. Rebel Witch by Kristen Ciccarelli (February 18)

In the thrilling conclusion to The Crimson Moth duology, Rune is on the run, forced into an uneasy alliance to reclaim the Republic for witches. Meanwhile, Gideon, the boy who betrayed her, is determined to stop her. But when fate forces them together, old feelings ignite, and Gideon must choose: save Rune or protect the world he fought to rebuild. Love, power, and survival collide in this epic finale. 

19. Heat of the Everflame by Penn Cole (March 11)

The war for the realms has begun, and both sides demand Diem’s allegiance or her life. As she unravels the secrets of her bloodline, she and Luther embark on a dangerous journey for answers that could turn the tide. But with the Crowns closing in and a rising power in the north, Diem must decide who to trust-and risk everything to build an army of her own. 

20. The Twisted Throne by Danielle L. Jensen (April 8)

The next installment in this loved series, warrior-turned-reluctant-bride Anna is ready to seize power to rebuild her war-torn homeland. But Harendell’s royal court is a treacherous web of deceit, and the only one she can trust is the one man she cannot have. As forbidden desires ignite and deadly schemes close in, Ahnna must choose: secure her people’s future as queen… or as a warrior. 

 

 

21. Fearless by Lauren Roberts (April 8) 

The TikTok sensation YA fantasy series is back with its epic conclusion! Paedyn and Kai return to the Kingdom of Ilya, but the battle isn’t over. With a life-altering choice that will determine the fate of the realm, and their hearts, Paedyn must decide where her loyalties truly lie. In a war between love and destiny, who will rise… and who will fall?

22. The Floating World by Axie Oh (April 29)

Axie Oh’s lush and spellbinding fantasy is filled with destiny, danger, and an unforgettable journey. In a land of perpetual darkness, ex-soldier Sunho is hunting a girl who wields silver light-unaware that she’s the spirited acrobat, Ren, desperate to save her family. As their fates collide, secrets unravel and their pasts prove more intertwined than they ever imagined. 

23. The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig (May 20)

Rachel Gill weaves a dark and enchanting tale where fate and faith collide. As Diviner Sybil Delling nears the end of her service, a rogue knight arrives-just as her sisters begin to vanish. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Sybil and Rodrick must unravel a mystery that leads them beyond the safety of the cathedral and into the path of the gods themselves.

24. The Primal of Blood and Bone by Jennifer L. Armentrout (June 10)

The Blood and Ash series races toward its epic conclusion in The Primal of Blood and Bone. As ancient powers awaken and enemies rise, Poppy and Casteel must face their greatest battle yet. Bound by love but tested by destiny, their choices will shape the fate of gods and mortals alike. The penultimate chapter is here… are you ready?

25. A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna (July 15)

Welcome to the most magical inn in Lancashire, where enchantment, chaos, and a talking fox are just part of the daily routine. Former powerhouse witch Sera Swan is searching for a way to restore her lost magic-if she can keep her eccentric guests in check and survive the brooding but intriguing historian who’s just arrived. 

 

26. The Fallen & the Kiss of Dusk by Carissa Broadbent (August 5)

The Crowns of Nyaxia series returns with a sweeping tale of love, vengeance, and the battle to defy death itself. Asar and Mische must embark on a perilous journey to seize the power of the god of death and defy the gods’ wrath. But as they face enemies and ancient betrayals, they must decide what they’re willing to sacrifice for a chance at redemption. 

27. Accomplice to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer (August 5)

In Accomplice to the Villain, the third book in Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s viral TikTok series, the witty banter of Once Upon a Time meets the hilarious chaos of The Office. When an unexpected hero creates an alliance with the villain, sparks fly, and the office politics are anything but ordinary. Get ready for another magical and absolutely hilarious adventure with Evie and the Villain. 

28. Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross (September 2)

Can true love defy even the gods? Matilda, a young goddess navigating a ruthless world of power-hungry deities, has spent years hiding a dangerous secret until fate delivers her straight to Vincent, the mortal boy who once dreamed of her. As destiny pulls them together, Matilda must decide if she’s willing to risk everything to change the fate of the gods.

29. Alchemised by SenLinYu (September 30)

In Alchemised, a fallen alchemist holds the key to a forgotten past. Captured by the ruthless rulers of a war-torn world, Helena’s lost memories may be more dangerous than she realizes. Sent to a powerful necromancer’s estate, she must unravel the truth hidden within her mind-before it’s too late.

30. The Ballad of Falling Dragons by Sarah A. Parker (October 7)

Raeve and Kaan are back in The Ballad of Falling Dragons, the epic sequel to When The Moon Hatched! With danger rising, magic unraveling, and dragons soaring, their journey is far from over-and the battle for their world has only just begun.

 It’s safe to say we have some big crushes this Valentine’s Day! If any of these books gave you heart eyes, you can request a quote to get your copies and share the love. And if you’re looking for even more swoon-worthy reads to sweep you off your feet, explore our full collection of romance books here. Wishing you a Valentine’s Day filled with love, laughter, and plenty of book butterflies!