Welcome, or welcome back, to the Kissing Books newsletter. I’m PN Hinton, your guide to all things romance-related. Thanks for taking time from your day to give this a read! I hope this newsletter helps to brighten up your day just a little bit more.
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I had a great time at the SKULLastic Book Fair last week, as expected. Even though there were tons of books I was interested in, I was good and only walked away with two books; What Moves the Dead and What Feasts at Night. I also fully admit that this was inspired by my recent watch of The Fall of the House of Usher which was, in my ever-so-humble opinion, beyond brilliant.
Bookish Goods
Romance Trope Ice Cream Coozie by MeaggieMoos
I happened across this when I was looking for a fun, bookish goody to share, and y’all…when I realized what it was, the scream of glee I gave out. An ice cream coozie? With romance tropes on it? Sign me up. This is perfect for curling up with a good book and ice cream, especially since you won’t have to worry about cold hands. $9
New Releases
Her Private Security Detail by Patricia Sargeant
Jeremiah’s latest assignment at his family’s security detail is protecting Symone from an unknown threat to her life and nonprofit. Although he’s attracted to the beautiful philanthropist, as his client, she is off limits. However, the imminent danger requires them to spend more time together, which makes it all the more difficult to keep their relationship professional.
Savor It by Tarah DeWitt
It’s summertime in Spunes and time for The Festival of Spunes. Sage and Fisher both have personal reasons for wanting to come out the champion this year and agree to partner up to take home the coveted top prize. As they spend more time together, what started out as a professional relationship quickly develops into more, and they realize that they don’t want summer or their partnership to end.
For a more comprehensive list of new releases, check out our New Books newsletter.
Riot Recommendations
Tinkering With Love by Aliyah Burke
After Dawson moves across the country for her dream job only to discover the position was given to someone else, she is understandably upset. When she’s told that there will be a wilderness retreat with the rest of the company, including Tully, the person who got her job, the situation gets worse. While she tries to remain standoffish, she finds herself succumbing to his charm and wondering what would happen if she lowered her walls with him. But secrets still exist between them and when they come to light, it could destroy the possibility of a happily ever after.
Fire & Ice by Rachel Spangler
After a professional mistake, reporter Max finds herself demoted to curling coverage to make amends. Callie is a curling skipper with dreams of making it to Team USA. She knows that coverage from Max will help pave the way and sets out to show Max the joy of the sport. She slowly begins to melt the ice around Max’s heart towards Callie and curling.
If you’re still yearning for some historical romances, this list has you covered.
Speaking of historical romances, take this etiquette quiz to see how you would fare in high society.
I had way too much fun with this ball gown generator.
Linda Lael Miller was one of my go-to romance authors as a wee book dragon. If you’ve never read her, these books are a good place to start.
And that’s all I have for y’all today. Since Monday is a holiday here in the US, you won’t hear from me again until next Thursday. Until then, you can always give me a follow over on Instagram under @pns_bookish_world to see my adventures in books. Until then, happy reading and stay hydrated.