Contemporary romance books are set in the author’s present day. But aside from that one common denominator, most contemporary books don’t share many resemblances. They span countless subgenres and tropes, which is part of what makes modern romances so fun.
From new releases to classic works that were contemporary to their time, these novels can be westerns, thrillers, rockstar romances, and many other subgenres. Often, they feature dynamics like enemies-to-lovers, fake relationships, second chances, and more. Readers of authors like Jasmine Guillory, Talia Hibbert, Christina Lauren, Alyssa Cole, and Lucy Parker will be very familiar with the joys of contemporary romance, and how the subgenre showcases modern love in all its diverse forms.
Planning your TBR for the coming year? A Love So True’s contemporary romance coverage recommends the books that belong on any romance reader’s shelf.
They say hate is one step away from love, and these books prove that's true.
While Cupid is busy shooting arrows, we’ll be reading romance.
Prepare to be blown away by these stories of human connection and heartfelt romance.
By Carolyn Cox
You might not think that dark romance mixes with a rom-com's sugary-sweetness, but these titles will prove you wrong.
Settle in for some criminally steamy reads.
By G.G. Andrew
Explore new desires in romantic destinations.
Author Mary Kay McComas has been writing acclaimed romances for close to three decades.
Readers have a habit of falling for Meg Cabot’s romances…
Let your guard down with these love stories.
Give thanks for these delicious reads.
These romantic reads will leaf you smiling.
These romantic reads have stolen our hearts.
Everyone deserves a passionate love story.