20 Romantic Comedy Books To Make You Fall in Love

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Lacey Christiansen

June 13, 2026

20 Contemporary Romantic Comedy (Rom-Com) Books:

This list was inspired by the reading prompt: Read a Romance in the Playing Card Reading Challenge (2 of Hearts). Well if you have ever tried to pick a romance, you may know that there are a plethora to choose from. Since I’m in the mood for something light, this list will focus on contemporary romantic comedies (rom-coms). These are set in the modern day and tend to be light and ‘fluffy’ with a focus on romance and the foibles that occur in the beginnings of a romantic relationship. As always, the list will comprise highly rated books by a variety of authors. Not to mention a wide scope of characters and tropes.

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Ali Hazelwood

A fake relationship between scientists meets the irresistible force of attraction, throwing one woman’s carefully calculated

Abby Jimenez

A divorced doctor’s life changes when her irritating new colleague sends her a letter, leading to an unexpected connection and potential perfect match for both her and her ailing brother.

Talia Hibbert

Chaotic woman crashes into uptight B&B owner’s life, melting his frosty exterior as enemies turn to lovers.

April White

A private investigator who specializes in catching cheaters falls for a security expert with a fierce protective streak.

Susie Tate

A quirky sexual health doctor with pink hair falls for a conservative cabinet minister. Despite their intense attraction, his need for control pushes her away, forcing him to fight for their love.

Sara Goodman Confino

A sharp and hilariously relatable novel about the business of weddings, the toll they can take, and the lengths one exasperated bridesmaid will go to for the love of friends.

Ashley Herring Blake

A photographer returns to her hometown for her stepsister’s wedding, where she unexpectedly falls for Claire, a single mom bookstore owner. Spicy LGBTQ+ romance.

Also Fulfills: Read a book with a color in the title. Read a book with LGBTQ+ representation.

Penny Reid

A Goodreads Choice Award finalist about Jennifer Sylvester, the unwilling Banana Cake Queen, who makes a desperate deal with the enigmatic Cletus Winston to escape her stifling life.

Pippa Grant

A recovering good girl proposes a fake engagement to a reclusive former boy band member to solve her made-up boyfriend problem, leading to unexpected complications and a treasure hunt.

Laura Pavlov

Forbidden attraction ignites between a carefree playboy and his best friend’s driven little sister, challenging their resolve to avoid complications.

Casey McQuiston

America’s First Son falls into a secret romance with the Prince of Wales, threatening political relations and his mother’s presidential campaign. A bestselling LGBTQ+ romance.

Also Fulfills: Read a book with a color in the title. Read a book with LGBTQ+ representation.

Emma St. Claire

There’s one rule smart hockey players know not to break: never, and I mean, NEVER date the coach’s daughter. But no one ever accused Van of being smart.

Lucy Score

A romance novelist moves to a small town and falls in love with a contractor while renovating her new home.

Cindy Steel

A summer of community service brings two former flames back together, reigniting a sizzling chemistry and a summer of unexpected twists.

Kristen Ashley

The clash of the Rock Chick and Hot Bunch Guy begins, but Luke’s got the advantage. He has handcuffs and he’s not afraid to use them.

Shelley Laurenston

Laugh-out-loud humor, a feminist outlook, and one-of-a-kind shape-shifting romance come together with the continuation of the fan-favorite Honey Badger Chronicles from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shelly Laurenston.

Also fulfills: Read a fantasy novel.

Denise Williams

A woman who works for a lifestyle website falls for her personal trainer, and they both struggle to maintain a professional distance.

Christina C Jones

This isn’t a story of opposites attract. More like counterparts clash. Neither of them is afraid to do battle, and neither is willing to back down. Love and war, win or lose… somebody’s gonna end up getting schooled.

Emily Henry

After her fiancé falls for his childhood friend, a children’s librarian becomes roommates with her ex-fiancé’s new love’s ex. Their fake summer adventures lead to unexpected feelings.

Chloe Liese

A shy artist with autism and a cheerful woman with IBD find unexpected love through a marriage of convenience, complete with home renovation mishaps and a slow-burn romance. Fourth standalone in series.

What is your favorite Rom-Com? Leave a comment so we can check it out!

May your life be as full as your bookshelf and as long as your TBR list.
Happy Reading!
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