Get ready to fall in love with these multicultural romances! From light-hearted and hilarious to sizzling and satirical, these delicious rom-coms will make you swoon.
Heart and Seoul by Jen Frederick
From USA Today bestselling author Jen Frederick comes a heart-wrenching yet hopeful romance that shows that the price of belonging is often steeper than expected.
As a Korean adoptee, Hara Wilson doesn’t need anyone telling her she looks different from her white parents. She knows. Every time Hara looks in the mirror, she’s reminded that she doesn’t look like anyone else in her family.
At the age of twenty-five, she thought she had come to terms with it all, but when her father suddenly dies, an offhand comment at his funeral triggers an identity crisis that has her running off to Seoul in search of her roots.
What Hara finds there has all the makings of a classic K-drama: a tall, mysterious stranger who greets her at the airport, spontaneous adventures across the city, and a mess of familial ties, along with a red string of destiny that winds its way around her, heart and soul. Hara goes to Korea looking for answers, but what she gets instead is love—a forbidden love that will either welcome Hara home . . . or destroy her chance of finding one.
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Destination Wedding by Diksha Basu
From the internationally bestselling author of The Windfall . . . What could go wrong at a lavish Indian wedding with your best friend and your entire family?
“A witty and romantic novel perfect for all readers.”—Terry McMillan, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Waiting to Exhale and How Stella Got Her Groove Back
“Ultra-charming.”—Vogue
“I almost fell out of bed laughing.”—Kevin Kwan, author of Crazy Rich Asians
Named One of the Best Books of the Year by Marie Claire and New York Post
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Sex and Vanity by Kevin Kwan
The author of the New York Times bestselling phenomenon Crazy Rich Asians takes you from Capri to NYC, where Lucie Tang Churchill finds herself torn between two men—and two very different cultures.
“Deliciously modern . . . drama, diamonds, and satire galore.”—Vanity Fair
“Kevin Kwan’s new book is his most decadent yet.”—Entertainment Weekly
A NPR, Marie Claire, and New York Post Best Book of 2020 • A Good Morning America Book Club Pick • A CNN Perfect Summer Read • A New York Times New & Noteworthy Book
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While We Were Dating by Jasmine Guillory
Two people realize that it’s no longer an act when they veer off-script in this sizzling romantic comedy by New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Guillory.
“This romance will sizzle off the page, and leave you excited for whatever Guillory writes next.”—Real Simple
Coming in July!
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Hana Khan Carries On by Uzma Jalaluddin
For fans of You’ve Got Mail, a young woman juggles pursuing her dream job in radio while helping her family compete with the new halal restaurant across the street, in this sparkling new rom-com by the author of Ayesha at Last.
“Cute, emotional, and ultimately joyful. A romance with a warm heart, one wrapped in the bonds of family and friendship, this book left me with a delighted smile on my face.”—Nalini Singh, New York Times bestselling author
“A delicious treat filled with South Asian fervor and Canadian heart.”—Kirkus Reviews
One of Amazon’s Best Romances of the Month!
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The Dating Plan by Sara Desai
Even with a step-by-step plan, these fake fiancés might accidentally fall for each other in this hilarious, heartfelt romantic comedy from the author of The Marriage Game.
“A writer to watch.”—Bustle
“Desai returns with another thoughtful, goofy and sexy enemies-to-lovers plot that explores first crushes, second chances and familial love.”—USA Today
“This book is funny, adorably outrageous, and just purely delightful.”—Buzzfeed
A LibraryReads Pick • SheReads’ Most Anticipated Romance Books of 2021 • GoodReads’ Hottest 2021 Romances • Marie Claire’s Best New Romance Novels of 2021 (So Far) • PopSugar’s Best New Romance Books of March 2021 • HelloGiggles’s Best New Books to Read in March
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The Mismatch by Sara Jafari
A kiss is never just a kiss in this cross-generational story about love, family, faith, and finding yourself.
“The Mismatch transported me back to that feeling of first love and first heartbreak. Enlightening, poignant, and romantic . . . I loved it.”—Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next Year
“A refreshing and engaging coming-of-age story . . . Sara Jafari is a compelling new voice in contemporary fiction.”—Lauren Ho, author of Last Tang Standing
Coming in August!
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The Son of Mr. Suleman by Eric Jerome Dickey
From New York Times bestselling author Eric Jerome Dickey—named one of USA Today’s 100 Black Novelists and Fiction Authors You Should Read—comes his final work: an unflinchingly timely novel about history, hearts, and family.
“This book is a powerhouse. It is impossible not to become fully absorbed in every scene, the vibrant, dynamic characters drawing you in again and again . . . All in all, the world through Pi Suleman’s eyes is dark, complex, and endlessly compelling.”—Associated Press
“For 25 years, Eric Jerome Dickey’s best sellers have made Black women feel seen and, more importantly, understood.… The Son of Mr. Suleman is full of his trademark humor and vibrantly rendered characters . . . With this page-turner, Dickey once again lives up to his motto: ‘Writers do.’”—Essence
USA Today‘s 5 Books Not to Miss • New York Post‘s The Best New Books to Read
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Anchored Hearts by Priscilla Oliveras
Key West is the ideal backdrop for the summer read you need! Perfect for fans of Abby Jimenez, Jasmine Guillory, and Jen DeLuca, this gorgeous and stirring new love story from the author of Island Affair will touch your heart.
“A big-hearted, beautiful book about first love, second chances, and finding one’s place in the world. An exceptional getaway of a book!”—Emily Henry, New York Times bestselling author of Beach Read
A PopSugar Best Romance of April
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An Earl, the Girl, and a Toddler by Vanessa Riley
A witty and moving story from the acclaimed author of A Duke, the Lady, and a Baby, about the lengths to which a woman will go for the love of her child. . . and the love of a man who knows her worth. Breaking with traditional Regency rules and customs, Vanessa Riley pens an unforgettable story perfect for fans of Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton, Evie Dunmore, and Eloisa James looking for something fresh and stirring!
“Bridgerton fans, if you read just one book on this list, make sure it’s Vanessa Riley’s terrific An Earl, the Girl, and a Toddler.” —Popsugar
“Elaborate storytelling . . . a more diverse Regency world than is traditionally found. Well-researched, with a fascinating author’s note at the end . . . A historical romance of impressive heft.” —Kirkus Reviews
An OMag.com & Bibliolifestyle Most Anticipated Romance of 2021 • A PopSugar Best Romance of April • A Publishers Weekly Top 10 Romance of Spring 2021
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Can You Hear the Love Tonight?
Multicultural Romance Listens for Teens and Adults.
Hani and Ishu’s Guide to Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar; Read by Reena Dutt and Shubhangi Karmakar
Everyone likes Humaira “Hani” Khan―she’s easy going and one of the most popular girls at school. But when she comes out to her friends as bisexual, they invalidate her identity, saying she can’t be bi if she’s only dated guys. Panicked, Hani blurts out that she’s in a relationship . . . with a girl her friends absolutely hate―Ishita “Ishu” Dey. Ishu is the complete opposite of Hani. She’s an academic overachiever who hopes that becoming head girl will set her on the right track for college. But Ishita agrees to help Hani, if Hani will help her become more popular so that she stands a chance of being elected head girl.
Despite their mutually beneficial pact, they start developing real feelings for each other. But relationships are complicated, and some people will do anything to stop two Bengali girls from achieving happily ever after.
“This novel is perfect for readers looking for a slow-burn romance that is fueled by personal growth as much as by longing looks.”—Booklist
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Perfectly Parvin by Olivia Abtahi; Read by Mitra Jouhari
Fourteen-year-old Iranian-American Parvin Mohammadi sets out to win the ultimate date to homecoming in this heartfelt and outright hilarious debut.
“Perfectly Parvin is a heartfelt, hilarious, loosely-autobiographical debut about an Iranian American girl navigating family expectations, high school friendships, crushes and a rough break-up. Author Olivia Abtahi was so excited about her audiobook that she reached out to her dream narrator Mitra Jouhari and secured her to narrate.”—Emily Parliman, Listening Library Editor
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A Taste for Love by Jennifer Yen; Read Josephine Huang
For fans of Jenny Han, Jane Austen, and The Great British Baking Show, A Taste for Love, is a delicious rom com about first love, familial expectations, and making the perfect bao.
“A perfect story for those looking for a fun summer listen.”—AudioFile
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