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My Top Romcom Book Recommendations of 2025 (Romantic Comedy Reads You’ll Love)
Dear reader,
If you’re hunting for the top romcom books of 2025 (yes, those laugh-out-loud, feel-good romantic comedy gems we all need when life gets messy), then you’re in the right place. Romcoms are my comfort reads—the literary equivalent of a glass of wine with your best friend and a plate of brownies you definitely don’t plan to share. This year has already delivered some absolute delights, so here are my top romcom book recommendations of 2025 to make you laugh, swoon, and maybe text your ex (don’t do it, but I can’t promise restraint).
1. Dance Shoes, Dating Apps, and One Perfect Stranger — Alexandria Britton
The most original romcom of 2025? This might be it. Set against the sun-drenched backdrop of Malta, this book follows Ally, a dance teacher juggling gym fails, dating disasters, and a community of women who are just as messy, funny, and loveable as she is. When a chance encounter with a “perfect stranger” throws her into a whirl of romance, the comedy of errors turns into something tender, hopeful, and unexpectedly moving.
What makes this romcom so special is its heart: while purely fictional, it draws on Britton’s own experiences as a dance teacher, lending authenticity to every scene. The friendships feel real, the backdrop is stunning (who doesn’t dream of a seaside romance on a Mediterranean island?), and the blend of humor and vulnerability makes this book feel like a warm hug in paperback form.
2. All’s Fair in Love and Pickleball — Kate Spencer
Sports + romance + banter = instant win. Bex is trying to save her mom’s pickleball club, and the last thing she needs is cocky former tennis pro Niko moving in. Cue fake dating, tournaments, and more witty volleys than a championship match. Think of it as your pickleball romcom serve-and-smash delight.
3. The Do-Over — Sharon M. Peterson
Dumped on live radio while sitting in the dentist’s chair. Ouch. What follows is a brilliantly funny list of “anti-resolutions,” accidental fake dating, and more cringe-relatable moments than your group chat can handle. A perfect romcom for anyone who’s ever wanted to start over—but with snacks.
4. Back After This — Linda Holmes
A podcast producer accidentally resurrects old emails and old feelings. This one balances whip-smart banter with slow-burn tenderness, proving that sometimes the past hits “reply all.” A romcom for your podcast queue and your heart.
5. The Summers Between Us — Noreen Nanja
Second chances, sandy beaches, and the ache of first love that never quite fades. This one is soaked in nostalgia, sun cream, and swoon. Basically, your beach bag romcom of the year.
6. Love is a War Song — Danica Nava
Hollywood meets cowboy country—yes, really. With scandals, sparks, and songs that cut deep, this romcom knows how to make drama feel delicious. The chemistry? Off the charts.
7. August Lane — Regina Black
A romance that builds like a ballad: tender, soulful, and unforgettable. A romcom for anyone who loves country music, healing journeys, or the thrill of being seen for exactly who you are.
8. Gabriela and His Grace — Liana De la Rosa
Think swoony dukes, rebellious heroines, and a transatlantic setting that brings the tropes of historical romance into a romcom register. Banter + ballroom = bliss.
9. The Gilded Heiress — Joanna Shupe
An Anastasia-inspired romp dripping with Gilded Age glamour. Secret identities, glittering parties, and a romance that feels both grand and intimate. Like Bridgerton with extra champagne.
Why These Romcoms Stole My Heart
Because romcoms in 2025 are giving us everything: laughter, tenderness, seaside escapes, pickleball tournaments, podcast crushes, and more. Each one reminds us that love is funny, messy, and absolutely worth the risk.
So whether you’re curled up at home or chasing a little sun, these top romcom book recommendations of 2025 are here to lift you up, make you laugh, and keep you swooning.
Keep reading, keep laughing—
Jess Harley
If you’re hunting for the top romcom books of 2025 (yes, those laugh-out-loud, feel-good romantic comedy gems we all need when life gets messy), then you’re in the right place. Romcoms are my comfort reads—the literary equivalent of a glass of wine with your best friend and a plate of brownies you definitely don’t plan to share. This year has already delivered some absolute delights, so here are my top romcom book recommendations of 2025 to make you laugh, swoon, and maybe text your ex (don’t do it, but I can’t promise restraint).
1. Dance Shoes, Dating Apps, and One Perfect Stranger — Alexandria Britton
The most original romcom of 2025? This might be it. Set against the sun-drenched backdrop of Malta, this book follows Ally, a dance teacher juggling gym fails, dating disasters, and a community of women who are just as messy, funny, and loveable as she is. When a chance encounter with a “perfect stranger” throws her into a whirl of romance, the comedy of errors turns into something tender, hopeful, and unexpectedly moving.
What makes this romcom so special is its heart: while purely fictional, it draws on Britton’s own experiences as a dance teacher, lending authenticity to every scene. The friendships feel real, the backdrop is stunning (who doesn’t dream of a seaside romance on a Mediterranean island?), and the blend of humor and vulnerability makes this book feel like a warm hug in paperback form.
2. All’s Fair in Love and Pickleball — Kate Spencer
Sports + romance + banter = instant win. Bex is trying to save her mom’s pickleball club, and the last thing she needs is cocky former tennis pro Niko moving in. Cue fake dating, tournaments, and more witty volleys than a championship match. Think of it as your pickleball romcom serve-and-smash delight.
3. The Do-Over — Sharon M. Peterson
Dumped on live radio while sitting in the dentist’s chair. Ouch. What follows is a brilliantly funny list of “anti-resolutions,” accidental fake dating, and more cringe-relatable moments than your group chat can handle. A perfect romcom for anyone who’s ever wanted to start over—but with snacks.
4. Back After This — Linda Holmes
A podcast producer accidentally resurrects old emails and old feelings. This one balances whip-smart banter with slow-burn tenderness, proving that sometimes the past hits “reply all.” A romcom for your podcast queue and your heart.
5. The Summers Between Us — Noreen Nanja
Second chances, sandy beaches, and the ache of first love that never quite fades. This one is soaked in nostalgia, sun cream, and swoon. Basically, your beach bag romcom of the year.
6. Love is a War Song — Danica Nava
Hollywood meets cowboy country—yes, really. With scandals, sparks, and songs that cut deep, this romcom knows how to make drama feel delicious. The chemistry? Off the charts.
7. August Lane — Regina Black
A romance that builds like a ballad: tender, soulful, and unforgettable. A romcom for anyone who loves country music, healing journeys, or the thrill of being seen for exactly who you are.
8. Gabriela and His Grace — Liana De la Rosa
Think swoony dukes, rebellious heroines, and a transatlantic setting that brings the tropes of historical romance into a romcom register. Banter + ballroom = bliss.
9. The Gilded Heiress — Joanna Shupe
An Anastasia-inspired romp dripping with Gilded Age glamour. Secret identities, glittering parties, and a romance that feels both grand and intimate. Like Bridgerton with extra champagne.
Why These Romcoms Stole My Heart
Because romcoms in 2025 are giving us everything: laughter, tenderness, seaside escapes, pickleball tournaments, podcast crushes, and more. Each one reminds us that love is funny, messy, and absolutely worth the risk.
So whether you’re curled up at home or chasing a little sun, these top romcom book recommendations of 2025 are here to lift you up, make you laugh, and keep you swooning.
Keep reading, keep laughing—
Jess Harley
