We've got the perfect reads for those who prefer their romance with a side of chills, thrills and even a little trauma. Author Brynne Weaver recommends her favorites.

Season three of Bridgerton was based on Colin and Penelope's story and it's a story filled with laughs, tears and romance ...

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Booktok and Bookstagram romance experts have a book for every trope, pairing and type. You'll find a new fav here, too! Cuddle up with these hot reads this Valentine's Day.

In 1997, for example, Vivian Gornick wrote that love was no longer the primary narrative conflict of contemporary literature. Her provocative argument—that cynicism, sadness, and cultural fatigue have ...

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Inspired by Sleepless in Seattle, this love story is perfect for any movie and book lover. First-Time Caller kicks off Borison’s new series by introducing readers to a hopeless romantic who ...