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  FIT FOR A KING The Crown Jewels - Book One by Ella Frank & Brooke Blaine Release Date: August 25, 2026 Review An enjoyable read and a fun time. Serious and a little rigid, Nicholas is going to be King. He’s required to be stoic and follow expectations. But then Noah stumbles into his life and upends it all!  Granted, everything is also helped along thanks to Nicholas’ meddling twin brother. Footman vs Prince.  There’s a lot of playfulness and attraction, but there are some lovely, touching moments as well. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Red, White & Royal Blue meets a modern-day Downton Abbey in this forbidden royal romance about a newly crowned king who falls for the sunshine footman assigned to serve him. Nicholas Being king was never the life I wanted. But it was the one I inherited. Every decision I make belongs to Valoria. Every smile, every appearance, every promise. Including the one that says I’m expected to marry a prince I’ve barely met...

HARVEST HEAT by Silvia Violet — MM Grumpy Sunshine Rival Coffee Shops Cozy Small Town Romance | Blog Tour Blog Tour HARVEST HEAT by Silvia Violet Series: Frostwick Harbor #1 Release Date: August 20, 2026 Genre: MM Cozy Small Town Romance Tropes: Grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract, neurodivergent hero, fall vibes Cover Design: Meg Neal ...

  MANEATER Legends Series by MM Wilde Release Date: August 21,2026 Review Rex is like the Pied Piper of forest animals. Or maybe Dr. Dolittle. Running an Inn, living in a cave with his pets, and working the Monster Network. It’s a good life. But it’s also missing a plus one. Until Darien wanders into his Inn, and stumbles into his cave. The secret is out. And really, they are perfect for each other, you know, after the shock! Time spent in nature, a road trip to the summer solstice bash, and new and old friends around them is the making of a delightful love story. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis An epic, magical summer solstice celebration with super scary monster legends, and a cryptid wants me as his date. Seems legit. Darien As much fun as it is making two dollars above minimum wage, I’ve always dreamed of a career as an herbalist. Now that I’ve broken up with my girlfriend, it seems like the perfect time to trade the go-go-go culture of LA for the peace of the grea...

  BALES AND BRAWN Foggy Basin Season Three by Jem Wendel Release Date: August 17, 2026 Review Zane is a grumpy grumpster - the kind who carries the weight of everything on his shoulders. Losing his mom, caring for his brother and father, he’s loyal but also tired. And Devin, who gets to see the whole country, a little irresponsible, rubs Zane the wrong way. He’s a reluctant boss, always makes sure Devin knows he’s on probation. But as time goes on, those walls come down, and somewhere along the way, Zane finds someone to care for him and help him experience more of life, and Devin finds a home. It’s a lovely addition to the Foggy Basin series. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Devin I’ve only just arrived in this small town and I’ve managed to make an enemy, so it’s a surprise when he offers me a job. Zane is uptight and can’t seem to stand my presence so I’m surprised when he throws down a challenge. One I don’t hesitate to accept. But I soon find out there’s more to Za...

  WORSE THAN A PAPER CUT by Dahlia Donovan Release Date: August 6, 2026 Review Dahlia writes such wonderful queer romances, and this one is especially packed full of emotion and touching moments. We also get some amazing autistic and asexual representation. Prisca loses her anchor and friend Angus. Kauri had been there as the doctor through the process. All those hours, helped them build a connection. In the aftermath, when she feels like she’s drowning, but Kauri helps her navigate the overwhelming emotions, and how to move forward. How to live again, while still remembering. Together the embark on a road trip to honour Angus, and somewhere along the way, they find a future together. It’s a really beautiful story. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Retired autistic rugby player Prisca Heath has spent the past year caring for the man who raised her. When Angus’s sudden decline leaves her grieving and alone, she struggles to imagine a future without him. An unexpected conn...

  THE HUMAN’S HEART Brinnswick - Book Two by Michele Notaro Release Date: August 20, 2026 Review So great to get the continuation of this cute couple. Still trying to figure out how to be together, trouble finds them, and though horrible, it also helps find a way forward! This book also greatly highlights the amazing found family this world is created on. And lovely to witness both of them find themselves settled within it. Great story. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis I know Zay’s scared of losing me, but I really, really don’t want to become a vampire. Who would want to drink… that for the rest of forever? Blech! With my and Zay’s viramore bond complete and our lives settling down after what happened over the winter, it seems all my mate can think about is impending doom. Or rather, the fact that I’m human and mortal and he isn’t. It’s not that I want to grow old and die. It’s not that I want Zaos to wind up alone. Not at all. It’s just… being a vampire is so, so, so...