Top of the week to y’all! It’s Monday, and I’m back with another Kissing Books newsletter. The fall vibes really seem to be settling in and I am here for it. I actually had to turn the heat on the other day, which is a big deal for me. I usually hold off on doing that until absolutely necessary, both to not seem wimpy and to avoid the burning dust smell. You know which one I mean. But, as it was pointed out to me, one way or another it’s gonna happen, so may as well get it out of the way.
In things that bring me joy, my book club meets this week! It’s been a while since we’ve met up so we are discussing two books this round: Called to the Deep and Misery. I am not quite done with either but I’m confident that I’ll buckle down and get them done before then.
Let’s check out the rest of newsletter!
Bookish Goods
Smutty Girl Fall Sweatshirt by AlwaysThereBoutique
In honor of me turning on the heat in my place, I’m submitting this for your consideration as the swag for today. While it is nowhere near sweatshirt weather, this is still a cute, comfy-looking shirt that shows the vibes that we romance readers may wish to give off at the changing of the season. It comes in three colors and starts at $45.
New Releases
When Dell Met Angel by Deja Elise
The paths of Angel and Dell have crossed multiple times over the years. In one of those encounters, Angel almost ruined Dell’s business. So, when they run into each other again, Dell has reservations about trying again despite how strong the pull is. Are both women now mature enough to try to make it work or is it doomed before it starts?
She’ll Steal Your Heart by Rachel Lacey
Lauren is a former thief looking to redeem herself and get her life back. Mia is a retired lawyer looking to start over as a café owner after a divorce. Their friendship initially starts off online but once Lauren returns to Brooklyn, they decide to meet in person. When they do, they find that their pasts are unexpectedly connected in ways they couldn’t have guessed, which may derail the plans for friendship, let alone romance, before it starts.
For a more comprehensive list of new releases, check out our New Books newsletter.
Riot Recommendations
In terms of paranormal romances, it really must be the Season of the Witch (there’s your earworm for the day). There have been a ton of witchy romances that have hit the shelves this year, and we have even more headed our way in the coming months. And I am here for it. If I’m being honest, I’ve always had witchy tendencies and am working on embracing rather than suppressing that side of myself. So, yes, I am here for all the witch and warlock romances.
I know I’ve mentioned more than one of these types of books when letting y’all know what I’m currently reading and I have, at the very least, three more I want to read this year. And I’m lowballing that number. This trend is even something that we have mentioned here on Book Riot more than a few times this year. It’s evident all around us that witch romances are in.
As an aside, I know that my use of “warlock” is very much a product of the era I grew up in but I stand by it. Warlock doesn’t mean bad or evil, it just means male witch. And part of me gets a giddy thrill over being able to use a gendered modifier in this case, cause we all know that women have had to deal with it their entire existence.
Anyways, let’s get to the recommendations!
Warlocks: The Creole Coven by Latrivia Welch
When ambitious reporter Toni hears about a string of self-inflicted deaths at a specific hotel in New Orleans, she packs her bags and heads out, determined to solve the mystery. After she arrives, she meets the handsome and mysterious Jericho, manager of the hotel, and finds herself drawn to him, not anticipating the connection that would blossom with him.
Wolf Gone Wild by Juliette Cross
After not being able to shift for a few months, Mateo swallows his pride and seeks out witchy assistance for help solving his problem by visiting the local bar. When he gets there, an unpleasant interaction leads to an even more unpleasant confrontation, which almost causes him to be kicked out before he can get help. When witch Evie looks in his eyes though, she’s powerless to resist the call for help and volunteers to do so, not realizing that the wolf inside Mateo is convinced that he has finally found his mate in her.
Plan a movie outing, get a Hollywood heartthrob. I got Andrew Garfield and am A-Okay with that.
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And that’s all I have for you today. I’ll be back in your inboxes on Thursday with a fresh edition and updates in the romance world. In the meantime, you can always check out what I’m posting over on Twitter under @PScribe801. Until then happy reading and stay hydrated!