Author: Leslie Murphy

Leslie Murphy is the founder and creator of She Reads Romance Books, a site that has reached over 1 million readers a month looking for the best books worth reading. Called a "book expert" by CNN, Leslie reads over 150 romance books a year because she firmly believes that life is better with a love story. Find her in the She Reads Romance Books Book Club, listen to her on the She Reads Romance Books Podcast or dive into her book lists here on the blog.
Book list of the best romance books for first time readers.

Best Romance Novels for New Readers to the Genre

New readers to romance should check out the She Reads Romance Books’ Romance Book Starter Kit! This starter kit gives you book recommendations to explore each subcategory of romance books in this popular genre. You’ll find book recommendations for contemporary romance, historical romance, erotic romance, romantic suspense, romantic comedy, sports romance, new adult romance and gay romance. So if you’re interested in reading a romance book but are not sure where to start, check out this romance book starter kit to find a book worth reading.