The Inadequate Heir By Danielle L. Jensen
The Inadequate Heir is another great installment in The Bridge Kingdom series.
March 2026 – BYOB- Cowboy Tales Edition
A virtual book club for swoon-worthy romance novel lovers. Giddy up! Y’all, get ready to wrangle in some swoony cowboy romances for this BYOB edition. The great thing about a BYOB is you can bring any kind of cowboy romance that sparks your interest. Historical, spicy, sweet, full-on banana pants crazy, or something with a little bit of danger. It doesn’t matter; choose a book that makes you happy. So dust off your cowboy boots and hats and join us for a fun, unforgettable night.
Axe and Grind by Taylor Hutton
Even with an intriguing premise, this book fell flat for me.
February 2026 – The Blonde Identity by Ally Carter
A virtual book club for swoon-worthy romance novel lovers. Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to join us in February to chat about The Blonde Identity by Ally Carter. Spies, amnesia, and a fun cat-and-mouse chase will be sure to have you turning the pages. See you on zoom.
Stolen Romance – 10 Mafia Romances
The allure of a bad boy is a tale as old as time. Sometimes you just wanna read something a little darker, grittier, and mafia romances deliver every time. We can’t get enough of these bananapants plotlines which make for the perfect midwinter escape. Just be sure to suspend your disbelief at the door. These book boyfriends are the ultimate bad guys, and they’re ready to steal your heart.
The Blonde Who Came in From the Cold By Ally Carter
The Blonde Who Came in From the Cold is a fabulous spy romcom and perfect for anyone looking to escape the blues this winter.
Quicksilver By Callie Hart
Quicksilver is an addictive and thrilling start to a new romantasy series.
January 2026 – Romance Book New Releases
A new month means a new book list! As always, we’ve scoured the internets so you don’t have to. Grab one of these fresh romances, releasing in January 2026 and give it a go.
Our Favourite Reads of 2025
As we turn the page on a new year, we always like to take a moment to look back. It’s been a great year for us at RBTB, and we’re so grateful for all of you. Our annual favourite reads list is simultaneously the most fun and the hardest list we make. We’re so lucky to get to read so many great books each year, it’s difficult to pick just five each for this list! But here we are, our favourite reads of 2025:
Make Your Yuletide Gay – 10 Queer Holiday Romances
The holidays are a time for love, joy, and stories that warm the heart—and what better way to celebrate than with books that centre LGBTQ+ experiences during the most wonderful time of the year? Whether you're looking for a cozy romance by the fireplace, a heartfelt coming-of-age story set against twinkling lights, or a festive tale that simply makes you smile, these books prove that love is love—especially under the mistletoe. So grab your hot cocoa, settle into your favourite reading spot, and discover stories where queer joy takes centre stage this holiday season.