Best Romance Books of the Year
If you’re looking for the best romance books to read right now, this is the best place to start.
Each year I read hundreds of romance books to find the ones actually worth your time, so you don’t have to sort through the rest. Below you’ll find my top romance book lists by year, from my personal 5-star favorites to the most popular and talked-about books readers are loving.
Start Here
If you’re not sure where to begin, start with my latest list of the best romance books of the year:
My Top Picks This Year
Want only the absolute best of the best?
Best Romance Books by Year
Looking for standout reads from past years? Browse my full lists below:
- Best Romance Books of 2026
- Best Romance Books of 2025
- Best Romance Books of 2024
- Best Romance Books of 2023
- Best Romance Books of 2022
- Best Romance Books of 2021
- Best Romance Books of 2020
- Best Romance Books of 2019
Looking for More?
If you want even more recommendations beyond yearly lists:
Best Romance Books of 2026 (Where to Start + What’s Worth Reading)
Discover the best romance books of 2026 – the ultimate list of must-reads so far that deserve a spot on your TBR.
Best Romance Books of 2026 (My 5-Star Reads Worth Your Time)
Looking for the best romance books of 2026? These are my 5-star reads—romances that delivered on chemistry, emotion, and unforgettable love stories.
The New York Times Bestsellers in Romance for 2026
Check out the entire list of The New York Times bestsellers in romance in 2026.
Best Romance Books of 2025
Curious to know which are the best romance books of 2025? Look no further than my list of the best romance novels of 2025.
New York Times Bestsellers in Romance for 2025
The romance genre has quite a presence on the New York Times bestsellers list this year with multiple romance books placing in the top 15 for combined print and e-book…
The Best Romance Novels of 2024
Wonder what romance books are the best of the year? Don’t miss my list of best romance novels of 2024!
