Sharnell’s Romance Picks
Sharnell, our resident Romance reader, shares her top swoonworthy book recommendations.
The Only Black Girl In the Room: A Novel by Alex Travis
An ambitious reporter stuck doing diversity checks for her white colleagues gets her big break in this compelling debut novel perfect for fans of Jayne Allen, Jasmine Guillory, and Zakiya Dalila Harris.
“Incisive, witty, and full of heart, The Only Black Girl in the Room beautifully captures the frustration, anguish and triumph of coming into oneself in life and love as a Black woman in majority white spaces. A must-read!”—Shirlene Obuobi, author of On Rotation
Available in Hardcover and eBook Editions.
If The Shoe Fits: A Novel by Julie Murphy
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy comes the first in a brand-new adult series inspired by the classic fairy tale stories we all know and love, perfect for adult readers who crave contemporary, escapist rom-coms.
“If The Shoe Fits encompasses everything I love about rom-coms. I laughed, I swooned, I smiled. Another hit for Julie Murphy!”—Colleen Hoover, #1 New York Times bestselling author of It Ends With Us
Available in Trade Paperback.
You Deserve Each Other: A Novel by Sarah Hogle
When your nemesis also happens to be your fiancé, happily ever after becomes a lot more complicated in this wickedly funny, lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy debut.
“This book is the perfect dose of sweet, hilarious joy. It’s masterful comedy plus tenderness, unique voice plus rich characters. Nicholas! Swoon! We are in love.” —Christina Lauren, author of The Unhoneymooners
Available in Trade Paperback, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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Better Than Fiction: A Novel by Alexa Martin
Love isn’t always by the books in this charming romantic comedy about a bookseller discovering how to be the main character in her story.
“Better Than Fiction is a charming, heartfelt romcom, filled with great characters, laugh-out-loud banter and some very cheeky seniors. It’s also a sensitive portrayal of grief and a timely reminder of the vital role books and bookshops play in bringing people together. I loved it.”—Freya Sampson, author of The Last Chance Library
Available in Trade Paperback, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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The Kiss Quotient: A Novel by Helen Hoang
A heartwarming and refreshing debut novel that proves one thing: there’s not enough data in the world to predict what will make your heart tick.
“The Kiss Quotient had me under a spell the moment I met the hero. I was excited, in love, and couldn’t wait to get back to this book every time life forced me to put it down. A rare and riveting love story.”—Penelope Douglas, New York Times bestselling author
Available in Trade Paperback and eBook Editions.