Best Gay Romance Books

When two young leaders from America and England meet, it's not exactly love at first sight. But after a PR disaster, they're forced to pretend to be BFFs for the sake of their countries. As they continue their charade, they find themselves falling for each other in ways they never expected. But can they keep their relationship a secret amidst the political chaos? This is a romantic and daring tale that challenges us to be true to ourselves and asks if love can truly conquer all.

This book explores the complicated relationship between two friends, one of whom is gay and the other is straight. When they meet again after years apart, they are forced to confront the past and the possibility of a future together. With sexual tension, humor, and a summer camp setting, this book is a must-read for anyone looking for an engaging romance. Warning: contains mature content.

A reality dating show's successful producer, Dev, is tasked with shaping the perfect love story for the show's latest star, the disgraced tech wunderkind Charlie. But Charlie doesn't believe in love and struggles with dating on camera. As the two work together on a worldwide tour, they develop a connection beyond friendship. However, they must navigate the scripted nature of reality TV to find their own happily ever after. This heartwarming and witty romantic comedy is perfect for fans of Red, White & Royal Blue and One to Watch.

A burnt-out BDSM submissive meets a fearless 19-year-old, Toby. Laurie wants to give in to Toby's dominance, but his heart won't let him. This intense and vulnerable romance promises to make hearts ache.

This Male/Male romance novel by Sarina Bowen and Elle Kennedy tells the story of LobsterShorts, a 21-year-old jock and science geek, who agrees to fulfill his girlfriend's birthday wish - a threesome. He soon meets SinnerThree on a hookup app, a 21-year-old finance major and male dancer, and they begin to explore their attraction to each other. The book answers key questions about the characters and their story, and promises an exciting read about pushing boundaries and unexpected love.

A reluctant, tangentially famous man needs a nice, normal relationship to clean up his public image. Enter Oliver Blackwood: ethical, reliable, and gay. They strike a deal to be fake boyfriends, but as they put on a public display of affection, their relationship starts to feel a lot like the real thing.

This book follows Brooklyn firefighter, Griff Muir, as he struggles with his feelings for his best friend and partner, Dante Anastagio. With the FDNY not being gay-friendly, Griff has hidden his heart for a decade. When Dante proposes they appear on a gay porn website together, Griff must decide if he can protect his loved one without jeopardizing their careers and friendship. Will Griff save the man he loves without damaging everything else?

This award-winning LGBTQ+ novel tells the story of Max Kaufman, who rebuilds himself after being kicked out of his home as a teen. He becomes a private caretaker to the CEO of a multi-billion-dollar pharmaceutical company, but soon finds himself tangled in a web of secrets and lies. As he falls for the distant and beautiful son of the family, Silas Marsh, he learns that Silas must deny his true nature to inherit everything. The novel contains scenes of conversion therapy, homophobia, and parental verbal abuse.

A heartwarming story about Henry Beckett, who joins a gym to win back his ex-boyfriend and ends up falling for his personal trainer, Reed Henske. While Henry struggles with diet and exercise, Reed learns to appreciate Henry for who he is. But can Henry believe that someone like Reed could be interested in him? This book shows that life is not about reaching the perfect body weight, but finding the perfect counterweight.

Two years of insults and sarcastic comments from his boss have led Dylan to think of increasingly inventive ways to murder him. But a chance encounter reveals the attraction hidden beneath the antipathy. As Dylan falls in love with the warm, wary man underneath, he wonders if his solid gold rule of no commitment will finally be broken. Another scorchingly hot romantic comedy from the author of ‘The Summer of Us’, showing what happens when rules get broken between two men.