Romance | Prepub Alert, February 2025 Titles

Romance highlights include a Sleepless in Seattle–inspired love story from B. K. Borison and a college sports romance from Ali Hazelwood; plus forthcoming series titles.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Borison, B. K. First-Time Caller. (Heartstrings, bk. 1). Berkley. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9780593641194. pbk. 448p. $19. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Borison, bestselling author of the “Lovelight” series, pens a Sleepless in Seattle–inspired love story. Aiden Valentine is the radio host of Baltimore’s romance hotline, but he’s over love for himself. When a young girl calls in looking for dating advice for her mom, Lucie, the interview goes viral. Suddenly, everyone is invested in Lucie’s happily ever after, including Aiden.

Frampton, Megan. The Devil’s Charm. (Heirs & Spares). Avon. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9780063389205. mm. pbk. 368p. $9.99. HISTORICAL ROMANCE

Frampton (“School for Scoundrels” series) launches a new Victorian-era series, “Heirs and Spares.” Second son Lord Lucian Blackwood has a wild reputation, but when he meets and kisses proper Lady Diantha Courtenay, the daughter of his father’s enemy, these opposites might not be able to resist their attraction. With a 100K-copy first printing.

Hazelwood, Ali. Deep End. Berkley. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9780593550441. pbk. 464p. $20. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Bestselling Hazelwood (Not in Love) offers a college sports romance, featuring competitive diver Scarlett Vandermeer and all-star swimmer Lukas Blomqvist. Aiming to make the Olympics team, they both want to stay focused on their athletic careers, not a relationship, but their temporary fling starts to feel serious.

Sullivan, Sophie. Get Lost with You. (Rock Bottom Love, bk. 2). St. Martin’s Griffin. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9781250875853. pbk. 304p. $18. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

In the second entry of Sullivan’s “Rock Bottom Love” series, after Love, Naturally, single mom Jillian has settled back into her hometown, where she helps run the Get Lost Lodge. When her old flame, Levi, returns, it seems they may have a second chance at a relationship—if Jilly can get over past hurts. With a 75K-copy first printing.

Tieu, Julie. The Girl Most Likely To. Avon. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9780063245235. pbk. 384p. $18.99. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

In Tieu’s (Fancy Meeting You Here) latest, high school frenemies Rachel Dang and Danny Phan reconnect at their 20-year class reunion. Rachel was once voted “Most Likely To Succeed,” although she’s now unemployed, while Danny was unfocused as a teen but currently has a thriving career. They’ll have to decide if their rediscovered feelings can last beyond the evening.

Forthcoming Series Titles

Bailey, Tessa. Dream Girl Drama. (Big Shots, bk. 3). Avon. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9780063380783. pbk. 320p. $18.99. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Forest, Kristina. The Love Lyric. (Greene Sisters, bk. 3). Berkley. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9780593817100. pbk. 400p. $19. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Herrera, Adriana. A Tropical Rebel Gets the Duke. (Las Leonas, bk. 3). Canary Street. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9781335476968. pbk. 336p. $18.99. HISTORICAL ROMANCE

Kennedy, Elle. The Charlie Method. (Campus Diaries, bk. 3). Bloom. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9781464219351. pbk. NAp. $17.99. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Spalding, Amy. On Her Terms. (Out in Hollywood, bk. 3). Kensington. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9781496751157. pbk. 320p. $17.95. LGBTQIA+ ROMANCE

Weaver, Brynne. Scythe & Sparrow. (Ruinous Love Trilogy, bk. 3). Slowburn: Zando. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9781638931812. pbk. 368p. $19. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Williams, Preslaysa. A Wedding in the Lowcountry. (Lowcountry, bk. 3). Avon. Feb. 2025. ISBN 9780063237186. pbk. 304p. $18.99. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

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