50 All-Time Favorite Romance Books
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
February 11, 2022
Classics, contemporary, LGBTQ, historicals, sci-fi/fantasy, thrillers—these books still have the power to make us smile or catch our breath.
So Many Loves, So Little Time: Harem Manga
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
May 18, 2021
These stories revolve around the protagonist struggling to choose which of the possible romantic partners they want to end up with. The series will end up in one of two ways: 1. They make a decision and end up with one person, or 2. They choose none of them.
Beauties and Beasts: Monster Manga
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
May 12, 2021
While typically romantic in nature, manga in this genre focus on the relationships between humans and monsters or monsters and other monsters regardless of whether they are platonic, romantic, or sexual. Here monster refers to any non-human creature such as a vampire, demon, mermaid, unicorn—anything really!
More Teen Romances For Readers Who Hate Romance Novels
by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
February 12, 2021
Perhaps these teen titles will tempt you to give romances a try.
30+ Bridgerton Readalikes to Steam Up All Your Nights
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
January 4, 2021
Don't be discouraged if you're in a holds queue for one of the Bridgerton books—here are dozens of similar books to try while you wait.
Award-Winning Manga 2: Shojo Category
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
September 18, 2020
Shōjo manga are Japanese comic books aimed at a young, female audience. Teenagers are typically the target demographic, but really these titles are accessible to anyone.
Women's Suffrage Reads for Fiction Lovers
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
August 19, 2020
Adult, young adult and children's historical fiction, romances and mystery series set during the suffrage era and involving suffragists.
Beach Read-palooza 2020!
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
August 3, 2020
A beach read is in the eye of the beholder—it depends on what you want to read and what frame of mind you want to be in as you relax in the sun, shade or a/c.
The Heir Affair and a Royal Romance Roundup
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
July 20, 2020
A round-up of adult and young adult royal romances, old and new, to keep you busy all summer long.
30 Historical Mystery Series to Get You Through Any Crisis
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
April 23, 2020
Foes are vanquished, crimes are solved and justice is almost always served—so much better than real life!
The Gift of Reading: Book Bundles
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
December 18, 2019
Looking for new titles in your favorite subgenres? We've gathered a list of book bundles, from true crime to cozy mysteries to video game fiction.
11 Ice Hot Hockey Romances
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
April 10, 2019
You don't have to know the rules of everyone's favorite frozen sport to enjoy these steamy selections from a romance sub-genre you may not even know exists.
A Brief History of the Romance Novel
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
February 15, 2019
Whether you’re a long-time romance novel veteran or a tentative newbie, enjoy the genre's background, and our list of recommended titles that are sure to thrill your wildest fantasies!
12 Cozy Reads for Christmas 2018
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
November 30, 2018
In the midst of the holiday planning, take some time for yourself with one of our coziest recommendations for the season. Includes a Spotify playlist!
A Brief History of Gothic Romance
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
October 4, 2018
If you like stories of independent women and dark brooding men, amid creepy castles and a gloomy atmosphere, you'll want to check out these 15 recommendations.
17 Readalikes for "To All The Boys I've Loved Before"
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
September 29, 2018
You've finished Jenny Han's rom-com series (or are waiting to pick up the sequels). Now what? Check out these readalike recommendations!
15 Teen Romances to Steam Up Your Summer
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
July 24, 2018
The following list of young-adult titles has it all: the sweet and the steamy, rated on a scale of 1 to 10. The higher the steam rating, the more likely the novel is to make you swoon.
A List Fit for a Royal Wedding
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
May 10, 2018
HRH Prince Harry of Wales is marrying American actress and philanthropist Meghan Markle! Anyone else obsessed? Don't be embarrassed—check out our guide and booklist!
Ins and Outs of British Society
by Zanny Love
April 23, 2018
Love English literature, but don't know the difference between a barouche and a carriage? Wonder no longer!
Cozy Christmas Reads
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
December 11, 2017
Here's a list of books filled with Christmas miracles, opposites attracting, lovers reuniting, families reconciling, happily ever afters, mysteries being solved and villains being vanquished—plus lots of snow and holiday merriment!