Top new romance books in October 2024
Last updated:
October 31, 2024
October 2024 featuring new releases by Ali Hazelwood, Kelsey Navarro Foster, Ana Huang, Stephanie Garber, S.J. Tilly, Freida McFadden, Catharina Maura, Meghan Quinn, Erin Sterling, Patricia Briggs, Michael Glenn, Danielle L. Jensen, Summer Roberts and many more.
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Two Can Play by Ali Hazelwood, Kelsey Navarro Foster
Listening Length: 4 hours and 24 minutesAn enemies-to-lovers spicy romance set in the world of video gaming from the bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis—available only in audio!Viola Bowen has the chance of a lifetime: to design a video game based on her all-time favorite book series. The only problem? Her co-lead is Jesse F-ing Andrews, a.k.a. her arch-nemesis... -
![The Striker by Ana Huang]()
The Striker by Ana Huang
She's the only woman he wants...and the only one he can't have. Asher Donovan is a living legend—the darling of the Premier League, the (arguably) greatest footballer in the world.But his reckless antics and recent team transfer have caused much controversy, and when his feud with his rival-turned-teammate costs them a championship, they’re forced to “bond” during off-season cross-training...soccer · sports · contemporary · m-f · dual-pov · forced proximity · athletes · tortured heroine · super rich hero · forbidden love -
![Spectacular by Stephanie Garber]()
Spectacular by Stephanie Garber
Welcome, welcome back to the enchanting world of Caraval! Return to the legendary magic and the whimsical wonder with this beautifully illustrated holiday novella. Snowflakes are falling.Invitations are arriving.And holiday magic is swirling in the capital city of the Meridian Empire.It’s Great Holiday Eve Eve. Scarlett Dragna is planning a spectacular Holiday celebration for the city...fantasy · christmas · length-short · m-f · magic · new adult · abduction · competent heroine · sassy heroine · independent heroine -
![Dear Rosie, by S.J. Tilly]()
Dear Rosie, by S.J. Tilly
Rosie I was eight when Nathan moved away. He was my best friend. My only friend. My safe space. And then he was gone. And my life turned into Hell. But I survived. I broke free and made a life for myself. And I tried to forget about the boy who grew up to be Nate Waller, the famous retired football player. I really did try to forget... -
![The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden]()
The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden
She's looking for the perfect man. He's looking for the perfect victim.Sydney Shaw, like every single woman in New York, has terrible luck with dating. She’s seen it all: men who lie in their dating profile, men who stick her with the dinner bill, and worst of all, men who can't shut up about their mothers. But finally, she hits the jackpot.Her new boyfriend is utterly perfect... -
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![Mine for a Moment by Catharina Maura]()
Mine for a Moment by Catharina Maura
When the man she's always been in love with starts dating one of her friends, artist Serenity Adesina creates a to-do list that will help her get over him once and for all. The first item on that list?Losing her virginity to Archer Harrison, her older brother's billionaire best friend…and her boss. He's the perfect choice—alluring, caring, and entirely emotionally unavailable... -
![How My Neighbor Stole Christmas by Meghan Quinn]()
How My Neighbor Stole Christmas by Meghan Quinn
A new winter holiday, enemies-to-lovers romance, from the undeniably funny and always spicy, USA Today bestselling author, Meghan Quinn. Every Kringle in Kringletown loved Christmas a lot.But Cole Black on Whistler Lane, unfortunately did not. Cole was a recluse during the Kringle Christmas season.No one knew why, no one could quite give a reason... -
![The Wedding Witch by Erin Sterling]()
The Wedding Witch by Erin Sterling
Bowen Penhallow has always been a loner, studying dark and ancient magic on a mountaintop in Wales. He prefers it that way, but when his friend Colin—who happens to be a ghost—asks him to attend a Yuletide wedding at a grand estate deep in the Welsh countryside, Bowen reluctantly agrees. Tamsyn Bligh is not a witch, but she makes her living off of them...humor · magic · contemporary · witches · paranormal · fantasy · christmas · urban fantasy · m-f · time travel -
![Blood Bound [Dramatized Adaptation] by Patricia Briggs, Michael Glenn, Jon Vertullo, Renee Dorian]()
Blood Bound [Dramatized Adaptation] by Patricia Briggs, Michael Glenn, Jon Vertullo, Renee Dorian
Mercy has friends in low places—and in dark ones. And now she owes one of them a favor. Since she can shapeshift at will, she agrees to act as some extra muscle when her vampire friend Stefan goes to deliver a message to another of his kind. But this new vampire is hardly ordinary—and neither is the demon inside of him...urban fantasy · fantasy · paranormal · vampires · werewolves · shapeshifters · fae · magic · mystery · demons -
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![The Twisted Throne by Danielle L. Jensen, Summer Roberts, Max Roll]()
The Twisted Throne by Danielle L. Jensen, Summer Roberts, Max Roll
A commander who bled to defend her people, Ahnna is haunted by two beliefs. The first is that she failed to protect Ithicana from invasion. And the second is that saving her homeland means leaving it behind forever. The Maridrinians left Ithicana in ruins and its people impoverished... -
![Brutal Husband by Lilith Vincent]()
Brutal Husband by Lilith Vincent
My jealous, brutal husband is obsessed with me. Once, Nero was my savior. He protected me, craved me, hungered for me, and I burned for him.Then one terrible night he disappeared without a trace. For months, I searched for him like a good wife, and I prayed for him to come home.When he did, our dream marriage turned into a nightmare.He stalks me night and day... -
![Lore Olympus: Volume Seven by Rachel Smythe]()
Lore Olympus: Volume Seven by Rachel Smythe
Scandalous gossip, wild parties, and forbidden love—the Greek tale of Hades and Persephone gets a romantic modern update in the gorgeously illustrated, Eisner Award-winning Lore Olympus, including a brand new bonus short story!An ingenious take on the Greek Pantheon, Lore Olympus is a modern update on the story of Hades and Persephone... -
![All Hallows Eve-Volume 1: A Halloween Why Boos Charity anthology by Victoria Sue, Cassandra Featherstone, Aly Beck, Kotah Jean]()
All Hallows Eve-Volume 1: A Halloween Why Boos Charity anthology by Victoria Sue, Cassandra Featherstone, Aly Beck, Kotah Jean
A Halloween Why Boos Charity anthology is a collection of original, brand new short stories.Participating authors for this Ames MillsKotah Jean & Aly BeckSara HindsCassandra FeatherstoneRuby SmokeM. BonnetTaylor SchaferWren White**All short stories in this volume will contain paranormal aspects... -
![What Is Love by Ashley N. Rostek]()
What Is Love by Ashley N. Rostek
I can’t remember a time my skin was not blemished with black, purple, and blue.I don’t know what it’s like to breathe without the weight of fear on my chest.From a young age, I mastered how to lie and how to hide my pain behind a practiced smile. I was never told, but I’ve always known that I need to cover my punishments beneath pretty, pastel clothes and white pearls.I must always appear perfect... -
![A Reign of Rose by Kate Golden]()
A Reign of Rose by Kate Golden
From Kate Golden, author of viral phenomenon A Dawn of Onyx, comes the seductive, action-packed conclusion to her sweeping Sacred Stones trilogy...fantasy · new adult · paranormal · from hate to love · fae · dual-pov · magic · m-f · gifted heroine · alpha male -
![The Demon's Queen by Katee Robert]()
The Demon's Queen by Katee Robert
Eve’s life might not be perfect, but it’s hers. She has money, freedom, and a client list that she’s handpicked over the years. If sometimes she gets a little too attached to those clients? Well, that’s her problem...fantasy · monsters · demons · paranormal · m-f · contemporary · forced proximity · length-short · anal sex · daddy-kink -
![Barbarian's Treat by Ruby Dixon]()
Barbarian's Treat by Ruby Dixon
The brutal season is underway and the sa-khui tribe needs a break. What better way to shake things up than to celebrate another one of those strange human holidays?Claire suggests that Croatoan’s people enjoy Halloween, and the fun begins as everyone joins in. There are costumes! Vegetable carvings! An ice maze! And a surprise for a beloved couple.This novella features fluff, fluff and more fluff... -
![Bull Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon]()
Bull Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon
In a world of magical artifacts and fantastical beings, a woman determined to save her family joins forces with an unlikely partner, in this steamy romantasy by USA Today bestselling author Ruby Dixon. As a Holder’s daughter, Aspeth Honori knows the importance of magical artifacts . . . which is why it’s a disaster that her father has gambled all theirs away... -
![If This Was a Movie by Morgan Elizabeth]()
If This Was a Movie by Morgan Elizabeth
A new holiday romantic comedy from best-selling author of Tis the Season for Revenge!A year ago, Jules stumbled upon the man of her dreams in a bar on New Year's Eve. After a lifetime of watching romantic comedies, she was sure she had found her soulmate. That is, until she learned he has an entire family and blocked him...christmas · found-family · forced proximity · sports · contemporary · single-father · humor · friends to lovers · m-f · second chances -
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![Slap Shot Surprise by Melanie Harlow]()
Slap Shot Surprise by Melanie Harlow
In my defense, I thought the plane was going to crash.Otherwise, I never would have blurted out those embarrassing things to a perfect stranger.Did I mention he turned out to be a scorching hot superstar of professional hockey?But wait, there’s more.When the plane lands safely, I rush off, praying I’ll never have to face him again...sports · pregnancy · hockey · humor · contemporary · m-f · athletes · friends to lovers · dual-pov · competent heroine -
![Tempest of Wrath and Vengeance by Melissa K. Roehrich]()
Tempest of Wrath and Vengeance by Melissa K. Roehrich
The only way to survive in a realm full of villains is to become one. A Fated Purpose Tessalyn Ausra has taken her revenge, and it’s never tasted so sweet. Feared by the rulers of Devram, she’s under the protection of the Achaz Kingdom where she can fulfill her purpose. But with power she can’t control and the bond still in place, she finds temptation and chaos around every corner...fantasy · fae · dark · new adult · m-f · from hate to love · forbidden love · love triangle · slow burn · hurt-comfort -
![The Monster's Mate by Jillian West]()
The Monster's Mate by Jillian West
Life as a single mom to a kid that’s an entirely different species isn’t easy, but Charity is chugging along, doing the best she can. Keeping up with a precocious dragon shifter and working at The Monster’s Den account for all her free time. And she’s mostly okay with that, if a little lonely...paranormal · reverse harem · fated-mates · fae · single-mother · pregnancy · fantasy · magic · urban fantasy · found-family -
![Sorcery and Small Magics by Maiga Doocy]()
Sorcery and Small Magics by Maiga Doocy
Desperate to undo the curse binding them to each other, an impulsive sorcerer and his curmudgeonly rival venture deep into a magical forest in search of a counterspell—only to discover that magic might not be the only thing pulling them together. Leovander Loveage is a master of small magics.He can summon butterflies with a song, or turn someone’s hair pink by snapping his fingers...fantasy · magic · from hate to love · forced proximity · queer · class difference · male-pov · slow burn · m-m · high fantasy -
![Until the World Falls Down by Jordan Lynde]()
Until the World Falls Down by Jordan Lynde
Her freedom or her heart… in forty-eight hours, she'll lose one forever. When a brutal betrayal leaves twenty-eight-year-old Nell heartbroken, she makes a desperate plea for love—offering anything in exchange...fantasy · horror · from hate to love · dark · betrayal · captive · contemporary · magic · m-f · forced proximity -
![Make the Season Bright by Ashley Herring Blake]()
Make the Season Bright by Ashley Herring Blake
Two exes find themselves stuck at the same house for Christmas in this holiday romance by Ashley Herring Blake, USA Today bestselling author of Iris Kelly Doesn't Date. It's been five years since Charlotte Donovan was ditched at the altar by her ex-fiancée, and she’s doing more than okay...christmas · queer · humor · f-f · contemporary · second chances · forced proximity · colorado · usa · length-medium -
![Axes & O's by Kayla Grosse]()
Axes & O's by Kayla Grosse
Picture being snowed in with a pair of loggers who look like they’ve stepped right out of your steamiest daydreams.Nathan Clark didn’t plan on crashing his car and winding up at Fox and Morgan Malone’s cabin, but here he is—stranded with a married couple just days before Christmas.And they’re eyeing him like he’s the perfect tree to climb...m-m-f · poly · bdsm · primal-play · christmas · forced proximity · grumpy sunshine · bisexual · contemporary · queer-awakening -
![Swordcrossed by Freya Marske]()
Swordcrossed by Freya Marske
High heat. Low stakes. Sharp steel.The cozy, low stakes of Legends & Lattes meets the scorching bodyguard fantasy of Jennifer L. Armentrout's From Blood and Ash in this enemies-to-lovers romance where, yes, the swords do cross...m-m · queer · fantasy · anal sex · dual-pov · super rich hero · arranged marriage · friends to lovers · shy-hero · sweet-hero -
![Cut Short by Julia Wolf]()
Cut Short by Julia Wolf
A heartwarming, sexy, and hilarious romance with texting, banter, and the Running Man...Me: How did you get this number, Joe Silver?Him: I Googled you.Me: Wow, I'd make a terrible secret agent.Him: Lucky me.I fell in love with Joe Silver when I was 16 and told him when I was 17. He didn't return my feelings... at all... -
![A Classic Case by Alicia Thompson]()
A Classic Case by Alicia Thompson
As a new crush develops and a friend goes missing, a young woman who loves old movies stumbles into the plot of one in this quirky short story from USA Today bestselling author Alicia Thompson.Time rewinds at the video store—the clerk is always hot and grumpy, and kindly retiree Mr. Hoffman rents the same thing every week. Audrey hangs around for both these reasons... -
![Sunlight by Devney Perry]()
Sunlight by Devney Perry
From USA Today bestselling author Devney Perry comes a sweeping Western romance about undeniable attraction, unforeseen circumstances, and seemingly unbeatable odds.My first day in Montana, I got into a tug-of-war over a grocery store shopping cart. The most handsome man I’d ever seen broke up the scuffle before he asked me on a date. I was seconds away from accepting but then he told me his name...cowboys · forced proximity · found-family · western · dual-pov · grumpy sunshine · pregnancy · contemporary · boss & employee · office -
![Ready Or Not by Alina May]()
Ready Or Not by Alina May
If you’re reading this, please help me. My name is Rachel, and I’ve been taken by two serial killers, Manson and Riley Kennedy. I’m at—Whoopsie, enough of that. It’s Riley—said serial killer. That’s got a nice ring to it – serial killer. Don’t worry about Rachel. She’s safe. As long as Manson stays out of my fucking way.What the fuck is this? Riley, you’re mine...from hate to love · bikers · vengeance · forced proximity · abuse · dark · contemporary · mental illness · erotica · suspense -
![The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore]()
The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore
From the author of the viral TikTok sensation, The Pumpkin Spice Café, comes the only spicy grumpy x sunshine Christmas romcom you need this year!Kira North hates Christmas. Which is unfortunate since she just bought a Christmas tree farm in a town that’s too cute for its own good.Bennett Ellis is on vacation in Dream Harbor taking a break from his life in California...christmas · small town · humor · contemporary · mystery · suspense · grumpy sunshine · office · new adult · m-f -
![Training the Heart by Paisley Hope]()
Training the Heart by Paisley Hope
In this steamy cowboy romance, a grumpy ranch owner and a sunny horse trainer must learn to work together—the second novel in the Silver Pines Ranch series.Wade Ashby doesn’t let anyone in. With the death of his father and his failed marriage, plus the weight of the family business on his shoulders, Wade has plenty to deal with... -
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![Three to Fall by Elle Thorpe]()
Three to Fall by Elle Thorpe
The gripping conclusion to the Saint View Slayers vs. Sinners series. Kara, Hawk, Hayden, and Grayson's series concludes here. Please note this blurb has spoilers for the first two books in the series. Held hostage by a murderer, his noose tightens around my neck. There’s only one chance for escape. One chance for happiness. His brother...reverse harem · m-m-f · contemporary · suspense · dark · poly · length-long · first-person-pov · dual-pov · queer -
![Donation Clinic by Alexis B. Osborne, Lindsay York]()
Donation Clinic by Alexis B. Osborne, Lindsay York
This book was previously published as Breeding Clinic by Alexis B. Osborne. "It’s the literary equivalent of a bunch of fetish gear covered in cream, tossed into a dumpster, and set on fire." -A beta reader My biology only wants me to give into this strange alpha because I’m carrying his baby. Kat wants a baby and has wanted one for years...insta-love · omegaverse · queer · m-f · creative-anatomy · reverse harem · poly · bisexual · alpha male · breeding -
![Forged in Blood by Sadie Kincaid]()
Forged in Blood by Sadie Kincaid
A dark paranormal/ fantasy romance by bestselling author, Sadie Kincaid.Every few millennia, a child is born. Some say they’re marked with a curse.Others claim they possess the power of the ages. Meet Ophelia Hart. Lover of classic literature and unicorns. An orphan with nobody in her corner—no family, no friends...vampires · virgin heroine · poly · fantasy · reverse harem · bad boys · bisexual · paranormal · witches · college -
![Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter]()
Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter
In this highly anticipated sequel to the New York Times bestselling Better than the Movies, Wes and Liz struggle to balance their feelings for each other with the growing pains of being a college student.For a few beautiful months, Wes had his dream girl: strong-willed girl-next-door Liz. But right as the two were about to set off to UCLA to start their freshman year together, tragedy struck... -
![Just Bromantically Invested by Saxon James]()
Just Bromantically Invested by Saxon James
Madden My best friend is uptight, gorgeous, the greatest person I know … and I might be a smidge in love with him. Just a small amount. Barely worth the mention. Which is a stupid choice on my part when the guy is straight...m-m · contemporary · friends to lovers · dual-pov · queer · queer-awakening · anal sex · sunny hero · first-person-pov · found-family -
![Ira: A Monster Romance by Colette Rhodes]()
Ira: A Monster Romance by Colette Rhodes
Boring. Quiet. Glum.Meera has been called many things over the years, and for the most, they don’t bother her. She’d rather be boring than draw attention to herself, because she knows exactly how dangerous the wrong attention can be.But when a ghost from her past pops up to haunt her in her new life, Meera remembers what a powerful tool anger can be.Sensible. Reliable. Steady...fantasy · monsters · paranormal · friends to lovers · dual-pov · urban fantasy · found-family · demons · multicultural · length-medium -
![Ira by Colette Rhodes]()
Ira by Colette Rhodes
Boring. Quiet. Glum. Meera has been called many things over the years, and for the most, they don’t bother her. She’d rather be boring than draw attention to herself, because she knows exactly how dangerous the wrong attention can be. But when a ghost from her past pops up to haunt her in her new life, Meera remembers what a powerful tool anger can be. Sensible. Reliable. Steady...fantasy · contemporary · demons · paranormal · monsters · m-f · childfree-couple · class difference · multicultural · height-difference
![Blood Bound [Dramatized Adaptation] by Patricia Briggs, Michael Glenn, Jon Vertullo, Renee Dorian](https://s3.amazonaws.com/romance.io/books/small/679226e8a348f325c1b47998.jpg)
