Amy owns a restaurant on the brink of failure. She’s done everything she can think of to save her dream, but even hiring a reality-show runner-up as her chef isn’t enough to save it. Sure, Sophie’s even hotter in person than she was on TV (and she was plenty hot there), but she’s turned out to be quiet and uninspiring in the kitchen. If Sophie’s learned one thing from the spotlight, it’s that she just … Continue reading The Romance Recipe by Ruby Barrett →
With a gorgeous beachfront mansion, salty ocean breeze, steamy nights, and ALL the summertime feels, this funny, sexy queer rom-com is a celebration of summer love, as a cinnamon roll of a pastry chef finds his indie rocker crush suddenly within reach. Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston, Roan Parrish, Alexandria Bellefleur, Ruby Barrett, and Alexis Hall! Ben has been baking his mother’s cinnamon rolls at the family café for years. He’s been quietly in … Continue reading In the Case of Heartbreak →
Welcome back to Cover Awe, where we look at covers that have caught our eye lately! Cover design by Sarah Waites Tara: Did we do this one yet? Amanda: We definitely HAVE NOT Maya: I’m guessing that’s YA since it’s so amazing!! Amanda: Surprisingly, it’s adult I believe! Sarah: This is gorgeous. Sneezy: FWOOOSH!!!!! From Heather S. Sarah: Look at this old skool gloriousness. Heather sent it to me with the subject line: GOTHIC + … Continue reading Cover Awe: Pinks & Purples →
I’ve done some posts about romance gatherings in various locations, but clearly, that was in the Before Times. During the Quarantimes, we do all the things virtually! (Except for the deeply fraught search through every closet and old travel kit for a single barrette or hair tie. That was not virtual. It was futile, however. I haven’t had long hair in more than a decade.) I’ve got a whole bunch of events to tell you … Continue reading Virtual Romance Events, Ahoy! →
