A cosy fall romance
September is the perfect time to fall in love – both in real life and on the pages of your next favourite read. As a new season unfolds, you can’t help but feel the romance in the air. And guess what? This month’s book releases are about to turn up the heat. Seriously, get ready for some heart-fluttering, steamy reads that will keep you hooked.
Whether you’re craving a swoon-worthy small-town romance or even a supernatural love story, there’s something here to spice up your reading list. So, grab your pumpkin spice latte, cosy up with a blanket, and let’s dive headfirst into these 10 hot new releases together.
10 romance reads releasing this September
Wild Eyes
by Elsie Silver
Breaking News: Wild Eyes by Elsie Silver is officially out. Released on 3 September, the second book in the Rose Hill series has hit shelves worldwide. This time, a famous country singer, fresh off a rough patch, escapes to a cosy small town. Before long, she meets a hot single dad (yes, with two adorable kids). But of course, as sparks fly, her fame and past troubles aren’t exactly staying out of the picture. At its heart, it’s all about a small-town romance, and the fan-favourite friends-to-lovers trope. With that said, this is the perfect slow burn for all the hopeless romantics.
Release Date: 3 September 2024
The Wingman
by Stephanie Archer
From friends to lovers, The Wingman brings the sports hockey romance we’ve all been dreaming of. At its heart, it’s about a woman who, after a rough breakup, loses her self-confidence and naturally turns to her best friend, a professional hockey player, for help. The plan? He’s supposed to teach her how to be a “player,” but of course, things take a turn, and he ends up falling for her instead. As their friendship heats up, they both struggle with their own challenges, and the stakes get higher. So, the question is, will they end up together, or was this all just part of the game?
Release Date: 26 September 2024
My Vampire Plus-One
by Jenna Levine
Bringing a delightful mix of goofiness and the ever-popular fake-dating trope, this is the sweet read you’ve been craving. Picture this: Amelia, fed up with being the single aunt at every family gathering, decides to fake a relationship when her cousin’s wedding rolls around, just to hush her nosy relatives. Enter stage left: Reggie, a centuries-old vampire who’s game for a bit of pretend romance. And so, their hilariously not-so-fake, fake dating adventure kicks off.
Release Date: 17 September 2024
The Book Swap
by Tessa Bickers
Every reader’s dream is to find someone who adores books as much as we do, especially our absolute favourites. And guess what? In this story, that dream comes true in the most charming way. The Book Swap follows Erin Connolly, who turns to books for comfort after a personal tragedy. When she donates a cherished book to a local library, she’s delighted to receive it back with new notes and an invitation to meet her mysterious pen pal. As they swap books and letters, Erin and her Mystery Man develop a deep connection. But here’s the twist: their shared history might just stir up some complications in their blossoming relationship.
Release Date: 3 September 2024
You Belong With Me
by Mhairi McFarlane
A Hollywood romance straight out of the books, this story dives into Edie’s otherwise ordinary life. However, life takes an exciting turn when she falls for Elliot Owen, a mega-famous Hollywood star. It feels like a fairytale come true, until the Hollywood drama kicks in. With paparazzi snapping every moment, jealous co-stars stirring up trouble, and gossip running wild, will their love survive the dazzling yet chaotic spotlight?
Release Date: 3 September 2024
Prime Time Romance
by Kate Robb
We’ve all dreamt of it at least once. A chance to dive into a rom-com with a charming male lead and endless showers of love. Well, Prime Time Romance makes that dream come true in the most fabulous way. Brynn’s life feels like a rerun. She’s divorced, living with her roommate, and completely obsessed with a ‘00s teen soap called Carson’s Cove.
One night, she makes a wish, and – BAM! – finds herself inside the show, living the life of one of the characters. It’s like stepping into her own personal rom-com, but with a whole lot more drama. As she navigates this perfect TV world, she discovers that even in a seemingly flawless setting, love and relationships can be a wild rollercoaster ride.
Release Date: 3 September 2024
The Deepest End of Love
by Lisina Coney
Driven by a desire for revenge, this contemporary romance serves up a delightful mix of bickering and affection. So here’s the scoop, Lila has a secret, she vandalised her ex-boyfriend’s car. And the only witness? Her family friend, a charming professor at her university. To avoid getting caught, she has to work for him. The twist? She can’t stand him. But as fate would have it, the more time they spend together, the more things get complicated. So, is this the worst mistake she’s ever made, or could it be the best twist of her life?
Release Date: 24 September 2024
The Royals Upstairs
by Karina Halle
Imagine you’re a royal bodyguard, and your new gig is to protect a prince and his cheeky children. But here’s the twist: the nanny for the kids is your ex-girlfriend, who left you with a broken heart. To top it all off, things get even more tangled when you find yourself falling for her again. So, can you leave your past behind and discover a new kind of love in the royal court?
The Royals Upstairs packs in the comedy of romcoms and will keep you hooked, laughing, and guessing, until the very end.
Release Date: 10 September 2024
Nothing Like the Movies
by Lynn Painter
If you’re a hopeless romantic, this book is an absolute must-read. Featuring the classic grumpy-meets-sunshine trope, it’ll whisk you away from the movies and right into a heartwarming story. Wes and Liz were madly in love, but then life threw them a curveball. Now, back in college, Wes is on a mission to win Liz’s heart all over again. His strategy? Grand romantic gestures straight out of a rom-com. But here’s the twist: Liz isn’t so easily dazzled. In fact, she’s made new friends and isn’t as easily impressed as she once was. So, will Wes charm her back into his life?
Release Date: 24 September 2024
Pucking Sweet
by Emily Rath
Here’s another new hockey sports romance that’s hitting the shelves this month. Pucking Sweet follows Poppy, who’s scored her dream job in PR for a new hockey team. But here’s the catch: the players are a total mess, especially Lukas, the party-boy defenceman. He’s constantly causing mayhem, and Poppy is left to clean up his wild antics. To top it all off, her life takes a turn when she gets an unexpected call from home, leading to a whirlwind of never-ending mistakes.
Release Date: 24 September 2024
Cosy up and dive into our August reads if you haven’t already.
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