Welcome to the ninth annual Buzz Books: Romance! We’re excited to present our most extensive edition yet, featuring substantial prepublication excerpts from 21 forthcoming romance titles. Get ready to explore works from beloved authors such as Jasmine Guillory, Sabrina Jeffries, Amanda Weaver, and Mia Sheridan, as well as social media sensations like B.K. Borrison and Sav R. Miller. We’re also proud to introduce exciting debut romance authors including Deanna Faison, Amanda M. Helander, Clare Osongco, Ingrid Ochoa, London Sperry, and Jill Tew. Keep an eye out for familiar names venturing into new territories—like Tony Award nominee Chad Beguelin with his debut rom-com, and bestselling young adult author Sara Raasch publishing her first adult title. Are you a fan of other genres too? Check out Buzz Books 2024: Fall/Winter for the best in upcoming fiction, young adult titles, and nonfiction, available now. And keep an eye out for our next edition covering the spring/summer 2025 publishing season, coming your way in January. We hope you enjoy discovering your next favorite read!
The eighth annual edition of Buzz Books: Romance provides substantial prepublication excerpts from 14 forthcoming romance titles. Enjoy access to the best romance voices the publishing industry is broadcasting for the upcoming season as you discover new series, catch up with the latest installments from beloved series, and find great standalone titles from top romance authors. From power players such as Jenny Holiday and Mary Jo Putney and to fan favorites Rosie Danan and Kylie Scott, these authors are bestselling, award-winning, and irresistible. Discover debut rom com authors Etta Easton, Leigh Heasley, Justinian Huang, and Jenna Levine, then round out your reading list with more contemporary titles by Kacen Callender, Taj McCoy, and Yamile Saied Méndez. Start enjoying books right now that are sure to show up on your personal “must read” lists. Then invite your reading friends and book groups to download their own free copy of Buzz Books 2023: Romance from any major ebookstore. For the best in soon-to-be-published other fiction genres, plus nonfiction, and children’s literature, be sure to read Buzz Books 2023: Fall/Winter, available now. Then be on the lookout for the next edition of Buzz Books covering the spring/summer 2024 publishing season, available in January.
Buzz Books 2024: Fall/Winter is the 25th volume in our popular sampler series. This Buzz Books presents passionate readers with an insider’s look at nearly fifty of the buzziest books due out this season. Such major bestselling authors as Jamie Attenberg, Kira Jane Buxton, Jean Hanff Korelitz, and Dava Sobel are featured, along with literary figures like John Larison, Mason Coile, Kira Jane Buxton, and more. Buzz Books has had a particularly stellar track record with highlighting the most talented, exciting, and diverse debut authors, and this edition is no exception. Anna Montague, editor at Dey Street Books, offers a novel about an unlikely late-in-life road trip for fans of Remarkably Bright Creatures. Among others are Julie Leong, Kristin Koval, Helena Echlin, Jane Yang, and Cebo Campbell. In this edition we’ve also included a selection of a graphic novel by the author known as unfins. Our robust nonfiction section covers such important subjects as pregnancy loss and the winter blues; a literary memoir from singer-songwriter Neko Case; and a biography of Marie Curie by Pulitzer Prize finalist Dava Sobel. Finally, we present early looks at new work from young adult authors, including the New York Times best-selling authors Kwame Mbalia, Judy I. Lin, and Robert Beatty; as well as new titles from Logan-Ashley Kisner, Amanda M. Helander, and Jill Tew. And be sure to look out for Buzz Books 2025: Spring/Summer, coming in January, for next season’s most talked about books.
Buzz Books 2023: Fall/Winter is the 23rd volume in our popular sampler series. This Buzz Books presents passionate readers with an insider’s look more than sixty of the buzziest books due out this season—our largest collection to date. Such major bestselling authors as Naomi Alderman, Yangsze Choo, Kiley Reid, and Tia Williams are featured, along with literary greats Lauren Groff, Sigrid Nunez, Etaf Rum, C Pam Zhang, and more. Buzz Books has had a particularly stellar track record with highlighting the most talented, exciting and diverse debut authors, and this edition is no exception. Comedian and TV star Cedric the Entertainer’s novel is about close-knit black families and tightly woven communities during the Depression and World War II. Jazmina Barrera, a Mexican nonfiction author, offers her first novel. Two YA authors, Ashley Elston and Emma Noyes, debut their first adult books. Among the others are Isa Arsén, Inci Atrek, Anna Bliss, Kim Coleman Foote , Madeleine Gray, Molly McGhee, Nishita Parekh, and Anise Vance. Our robust nonfiction section covers such important subjects as addiction, forgiveness, lying, and grief; several memoirs about harrowing childhoods; and a definitive biography of John Lewis. Finally, we present early looks at new work from young adult authors, including the New York Times bestselling Roshani Chokshi, Jason June and Melinda Salisbury, along with a YA debut by Court Stevens, who is a bookseller at Parnassus Books in Nashville. Be sure to look out for Buzz Books 2023:Romance, coming in late May.
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: A Beach House Beginning by RaeAnne Thayne Sometimes, the real crime is not giving in to love. When ex-con Wes Calhoun moves into Brambleberry House, his neighbor Jenna Haynes gives him a wide berth. Widowed, and the former target of a stalker, the single mom errs on the side of extreme caution when it comes to men—and her heart. So Jenna vows to keep a neighborly distance. Until she needs help—and surly Wes comes to the rescue. Jenna learns that Wes’s tattooed exterior belies his kindness, dedication to his daughter and his lonely heart. Wrongfully convicted and exonerated, Wes is just trying to piece his life back together. And he stirs feelings Jenna thought long buried. Should she trust an ex-con with her heart, or safely lock it up and throw away the key? A Beauty in the Beast by Michelle Lindo-Rice A recluse in need of affection and a television star in need of redemption… Thirteen years ago, a tragic fire left junior prom queen Eden Tempest orphaned and scarred, inside and out. Now she’s the town recluse—isolated, mysterious and emotionally guarded…the complete opposite of Mason Powers, TV’s most famous renovator. Yet Mason is battling his own rocky past—personal and professional. Eden’s plan to renovate her ill grandmother’s home into a bed-and-breakfast is the perfect opportunity for Mason to get back to work and redeem his reputation. And Eden herself…well, their attraction is undeniable. But is their unexpected connection enough to heal both their traumatic pasts and bring their beauty into the light? Includes a bonus story, The Ten-Day Bargain! The Bachelor's Matchmaker by Marie Ferrarella Sometimes love needs a little nudge Samuel Sterling is a dedicated veterinarian focused solely on the success of his practice. Until the handsome vet is awakened in the middle of the night. Sam can’t say no to helping the injured dog or getting to know her owner better. And when he does, he sees that Gina Conrad intrigues him personally and that she is an organizational whiz—just the person Sam needs to assist with his practice. It’s clear they make a great team in—and out of—the clinic. Yet Gina is an enigma to this entrenched bachelor. Sam intuitively understands the animals he serves, but can he trust his instincts when it comes to determining if this beautiful woman is "the one"? Her Fake Boyfriend by Heatherly Bell Her Prince Charming… In a make-believe fairy tale? Talented divorce attorney and town newcomer Michelle LaCroix needs roots in Charming to make partner, according to her old-fashioned boss. And that means a boyfriend! Problem is, she’s got to produce her beau in the flesh. Enter the town's most eligible bachelor, former professional athlete Finn Sheridan, who’s only too happy to play pretend with his best friend's ex—for a price. To his surprise, the more he's thrown together with Michelle, the more he’s intrigued by a woman who's far more than her ice-queen exterior. But with Finn's trust still shattered by a brutal divorce, the make-believe match is just a fun diversion…until it becomes all too real!
Buzz Books 2024: Spring/Summer is the 24th volume in our popular sampler series. This Buzz Books presents passionate readers with an insider’s look at nearly sixty of the buzziest books due out this season. Such major bestselling authors as Ally Condie, Christina Dodd, and Emiko Jean are featured, along with literary figures like Mateo Askaripour, Abi Daré, Alison Espach, Peter Nichols and more. Buzz Books has had a particularly stellar track record with highlighting the most talented, exciting and diverse debut authors, and this edition is no exception. Rita Bullwinkel, editor at large for McSweeney’s and deputy editor of The Believer, offers a novel on women boxer, while Lily Samson’s title has already been preempted by Sony Pictures Television. One YA and two nonfiction authors make their adult fiction debuts: Kristen Perrin, Mary Annaïse Heglar and Kate Young, respectively. Among others are Essie Chambers, Katelyn Doyle, Alejandro Puyana, and Rachel Rueckert. Our robust nonfiction section covers such important subjects as suicide and combating racist biases; several memoirs about harrowing childhoods and illnesses; and a biography of the first Asian-American woman pilot to fly during World War II. Finally, we present early looks at new work from young adult authors, including the New York Times bestselling Tracey Baptiste and Morgan Matson. The YA titles also represent more diversity than ever, with Aboriginal, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Malaysian and Trinidadian novelists. And be sure to look out for Buzz Books 2024: Fall/Winter, coming in May, for next season’s most talked about books.
THREE BOOKS IN THE TRUE PLATINUM SERIES! Over 700 pages long! DEFYING ELLA One snowstorm. One cabin. One infuriating drummer. Ella's determined to resist Jared's magnetic pull, but when they're trapped together, sparks fly. Can she see past his arrogance to the passion that drives him, or will their rocky history keep them out of sync? BRAVING LILY A rock star desperate for normalcy. A man burned by love. When Lily and Rhys cross paths after a missed charity date, sparks fly – but not the kind either expected. Will Lily's determination to have her date lead to something more, or will Rhys's guarded heart keep them apart? DARING CERI She's moved on. He wants redemption. When a drunken Fijian ceremony comes back to haunt them, Ceri and Alex are forced to confront their past. Will three months on tour mend their broken melody, or prove that some second chances are too dangerous to take? If you love captivating rock star romances filled with stubborn British heroes, fiery heroines who don't back down, and love stories that hit all the right notes, then this True Platinum Series collection will have you swooning from the first page to the last.
Can a broke curvy girl and a billionaire bad boy resist the magnetic pull between them, or will their differences ignite a passion too powerful to control? Rachel Greene is on the brink of financial ruin, living in a dilapidated apartment in the worst part of town, fearing for her safety every day. With just a couple of months left before her money runs out, she's desperate. So, when the enigmatic billionaire Byron Blakemore offers her a job, she can't afford to refuse. Rachel and Byron are worlds apart—she's a cautious, plus-size beauty struggling to make ends meet, while he's a dangerously handsome playboy with a penchant for big, beautiful women and an aversion to commitment. The red-hot attraction between them is undeniable, but Rachel's wary of surrendering to his blatant sexual advances. Byron is captivated by Rachel's curves and fiery spirit, but can he overcome his addiction to the chase? As their passion escalates, one shocking revelation about Rachel's past threatens to change everything. Will Byron's arrogant resolve crumble, leading him to reconsider his commitment-free lifestyle, or will Rachel find the strength to walk away from the man who could either save her or shatter her heart forever? Read Now! keywords: steamy romance, billionaire romance, billionaire boss, contemporary romance, marriage proposal, heart break, HEA, holiday romance, love, new adult, romance, billionaire obsession, contemporary romance and sex, romance billionaire series, kindle romance, melody anne billionaire bachelors series, friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, love story, grumpy sunshine, womens fiction, romance fiction, box set, boxed set, book bundle, new adult romance, saga fiction, spicy romance, billionaire romance, true love, coming of age, overcoming, women's fiction, fake girlfriend, billionaire, age gap romance, age gap, alpha male romance, alpha bad boy, bad boy, hot romance, hot and steamy, happily ever after, billionaire romance, alpha billionaire romance, new, bbw, bad boy obsession, curvy girls, romance series, forbidden love, bbw, bbw romance, plus size romance, romance authors, bella andre, vi keeland, lexy timms, melissa foster, book series, bestsellers, bestselling books, alpha heroes, happy ending, captivating romance, heart-warming romance, sassy, sparks, romantic comedy, feel-good romance, small town romance, swoon, hot romance series, crush, bad boy romance, curvy, romance and sex, sweet romance, books on sale, free books, free romance books, erotic romance books, books on sale, books like fifty shades of grey, bdsm, love triangle, menage, best friends romance, young adult, curvy girls, billionaire, alpha billionaire, bad boy romance, ceo romance, workplace romance, angsty romance, sexy, sensual, fiction books, billionaire baby, secret baby, action, adventure, romantic suspense, thriller, mystery, fake dating, older man younger woman, contemporary romance books, curvy heroine, alpha male, funny books, romantic comedy, office romance, pregnancy romance, love hate, boss romance, dark romance, sports romance, love at first sight, steamy reads, billionaire series, book series, contemporary women, modern romance, page turners, must reads, urban romance, big city romance, historical romance, fictional characters, romance novels, fiction novels, bestselling books, ebooks free download, ebooks, audiobooks, steamy romance novels, spicy romance reads, romance books
He had conquered the boardroom. But could he conquer the heart of a broke, brilliant woman hiding a life-altering secret? A.J. was a billionaire—ruthless, driven, and accustomed to having everything money could buy. Everything except Sierra. Sweet, innocent Sierra didn’t play the billionaire’s game, and she carried a secret that had the power to change everything. He was used to getting what he wanted, but Sierra proved to be a challenge unlike any other. As their desires collided, a passionate and unexpected love story began to unfold, though hidden truths loomed, threatening to tear them apart. Could A.J. learn that love wasn’t something to be possessed? And would Sierra find the courage to believe that even a billionaire could fall for the real her? This steamy billionaire romance boxed set also includes the following books: The Billionaire's Game The Billionaire Boss The Billionaire's Bargain The Billionaire's Gift The Billionaire's Caregiver The Billionaire's Wish The Billionaire's Secret Legal Affairs The Billionaire's Desire The Billionaire's Addiction Unexpected Romance Read Now! keywords: steamy romance, billionaire romance, billionaire boss, contemporary romance, marriage proposal, heart break, HEA, holiday romance, love, new adult, romance, billionaire obsession, contemporary romance and sex, romance billionaire series, kindle romance, melody anne billionaire bachelors series, box set, boxed set, romantic comedy, book bundle, friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, love story, grumpy sunshine, womens fiction, romance fiction, new adult romance, saga fiction, spicy romance, billionaire romance, true love, romantic comedy, coming of age, overcoming, women's fiction, fake girlfriend, billionaire, age gap romance, funny, age gap, alpha male romance, alpha bad boy, bad boy, hot romance, hot and steamy, happily ever after, billionaire romance, humor, humorous, alpha billionaire romance, new, bbw, bad boy obsession, curvy girls, romance series, forbidden love, bbw, bbw romance, plus size romance, romance authors, bella andre, vi keeland, lexy timms, melissa foster, book series, bestsellers, bestselling books, alpha heroes, happy ending, captivating romance, heart-warming romance, sassy, sparks, romantic comedy, feel-good romance, small town romance, swoon, hot romance series, crush, bad boy romance, curvy, romance and sex, sweet romance, books on sale, free books, free romance books, erotic romance books, books on sale, books like fifty shades of grey, bdsm, love triangle, menage, best friends romance, young adult, curvy girls, billionaire, alpha billionaire, bad boy romance, ceo romance, workplace romance, angsty romance, sexy, sensual, fiction books, billionaire baby, secret baby, action, adventure, romantic suspense, thriller, mystery, fake dating, older man younger woman, contemporary romance books, curvy heroine, alpha male, funny books, romantic comedy, office romance, pregnancy romance, romantic comedy, romantic suspense, love hate, boss romance, dark romance, sports romance, love at first sight, steamy reads, billionaire series, book series, contemporary women, modern romance, page turners, must reads, urban romance, big city romance, historical romance, fictional characters, romance novels, fiction novels, bestselling books, ebooks free download, ebooks, audiobooks, steamy romance novels, spicy romance reads, romance books
Dive into hilarious feel-good romance! The Unleashed Romance Boxed Set Books 4-6 includes three full-length novels: Toying, Blazing, and Chasing. Get ready for a male model who falls hard for a female mechanic, a workplace romance, and a revenge wedding date that takes a wrong turn! Toying Sloane When you’re told you’re the ugly duckling, you learn to set your expectations low. So what do I do when Caleb Robinson, a gorgeous model, offers to buy me a drink? I turn him down flat. It must be a prank. Two days later, I’m working at the garage in my dirty blue coveralls with grease smudged on my face, and he shows up to ask again. I’m floored. What’s this guy up to? Men like him don’t date girls like me. Caleb I’m in full-on pursuit of the coolest woman ever, who’s destined to be my wife—Sloane Murray. Dad always said that’s how it happened for him. He proposed to Mom on their first date. I never believed love could happen so quickly, until now. Slowly but surely, I convince Sloane of my sincerity, and our future has hope until I bring her into my modeling world. Problem is, she doesn’t fit. And when my career takes off, it’s clear that I can’t pursue the big dream and my dream girl. If only love were as simple as that first thunderbolt. Blazing Max I’m determined to grow my landscape design business fast. It’s the only way to save the home that’s been in our family for generations. So when I land my biggest client ever, the new inn with a huge property, I know better than to get involved with the sexy owner. Besides, Brooke Winters is engaged, and I can’t risk stirring up drama in the small community I depend on for my business. Brooke Have you ever had such bad luck with guys that you start wearing your sister’s old engagement ring as an anti-man shield? Just me? Anyway, it’s working and good thing too. I can’t afford a distraction when I’m the lead architect for the old farmhouse my sister and I plan to turn into an inn. Everything’s on the line, including our life savings. We have to open on time, or we’ll lose our shirts. Only I didn’t count on a gorgeous landscaper brightening every chaotic day with his distracting warm smile. Even my dog is in love with Max. I’m made of sterner stuff. Until I impulsively kiss him and— Fireworks. I didn’t know they were a real thing. Now I’m navigating a slippery slope, desperately trying to put up professional boundaries while keeping our renovation project on schedule. This will either go down in a blaze of glory or a blazing hot mess. Chasing Paige The problem with Spencer Wolf is that he thinks he’s the boss when I’m the boss. I run the inn. He’s my consultant chef and caterer, as well as an arrogant confirmed bachelor. But when I break down over an invitation to my ex-fiancé’s wedding, it’s Spencer who steps in to the rescue, offering to be my revenge wedding date. The perfect doting fake husband. The catch? He wants the honeymoon too. One night, no strings. No effing way! And then he kisses me, and in a moment of lusty weakness, I agree. Biggest mistake of my life. Pretty sure. Spencer Face it, Paige, you need me. The Unleashed Romance series continues with Book 7, Daring, plus more!
