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The holiday season is almost here!
If you’re anything like me, you’re looking forward to reading all the holiday romance books. Luckily, the new Christmas romance books in 2022 will get you in the holiday spirit!
This list has the perfect mix of Christmas romance books. From sweet and heartfelt holiday love stories to a Christmas romance with some spice — there’s a holiday-themed romance on this list for you. You’ll also find a great option to get you ready for New Year’s Eve.
With new young adult and adult Christmas romance books to choose from, this holiday season is sure to be exciting!
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New Young Adult Christmas Romance Books for 2022
How to Excavate a Heart by Jake Maia Arlow. A sweet sapphic Jewish love story with an enemies-to-lovers twist. Shani is a college freshman who is completing a paleoichthyology internship. When she runs into May with her mom’s Subaru, their lives are suddenly intertwined. It’s a diverse holiday read that many will love!
Love in Winter Wonderland by Abiola Bello. In need of a holiday job, Ariel starts working at a bookstore called Wonderland. When she hears that Wonderland is shutting down, she teams up with her co-worker Trey to save it. If you’re looking for an enemies-to-lovers Christmas romance, this is certainly worth a try!
Talk Santa to Me by Linda Urban. Talk Santa to Me is a fun romantic comedy perfect for teens (and adults) this holiday season! Francie works at her family’s holiday shop selling gifts and promoting the Santa School. When her aunt wants to make changes, Francie decides to stop it. While saving the shop, she also has to deal with high school rumors and her feelings for the cute boy who works at the Christmas tree lot next door.
The Christmas Clash by Suzanne Park. This rivals-to-lovers Christmas story is adorable! It’s full of humour, drama and sweet teenage romance. Chloe and Peter are enemies and so are their parents, who run rival restaurants in the food court at the mall. When they discover that the mall is up for sale, Chloe and Peter have no choice but to work together and save their family restaurants.
New Christmas Romance Books for 2022
A Cat Café Christmas by Codi Gary. If you’re looking for an adorable opposites-attract romance with Christmas, coffee and cats, then this is the book for you! Kara is a veterinarian who owns a café that helps find loving homes for cats. When marketing genius Ben offers to help turn the business around, Kara puts their differences aside. It’s a sweet Christmas romance full of tension, humour and so many cute kittens!
A Christmas House Wedding by Victoria James. A small-town romance meets a looming winter storm in this sequel to The Christmas House. When Olivia hires a contractor to renovate an old warehouse and turn it into a dance studio, she doesn’t expect sparks to fly. When her ex-boyfriend arrives in town, she must decide if she wants to forgive the past or explore the present. It’s a delightful Christmas story with magic and romance that will warm your heart!
A Country Village Christmas by Suzanne Snow. If you’re a fan of forced proximity, then this book should be on your radar. When Olivia returns home for Christmas, she learns that she has to share a house with Tom — a man she met before and it didn’t go well. But with the help of some Christmas magic, Olivia and Tom might just move closer together.
A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone. If you’re looking for a steamy Christmas romance book, you’ll certainly want to pick up A Merry Little Meet Cute! Bee is a successful adult film star. When she’s asked to star in a Christmas movie, she decides to take her career in a different direction. While filming, she learns her co-star is her childhood crush Nolan who recognizes her from her past career. It’s a humourous romance with body positivity and plenty of spicy moments!
A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams. The Bromance Book Club series is so much fun! While this is the fifth book in a series, you can read it as a standalone. It follows Colton, a country music star who needs to release new music after a two-year break. He also happens to be completely in love with Gretchen, an immigration attorney who runs from love. I absolutely loved every minute of this book! If you love swoony romance, family drama, the grumpy sunshine trope and adorable side characters, then give this book a try!
All I Want for Christmas by Maggie Knox. Fans of reality singing competitions and fake dating will want to read All I Want for Christmas. Sadie and Max are contestants on a reality show and are both hoping for their big break. After singing together for a duet, the audience can’t get over their romantic chemistry. Since Sadie and Max can’t stand each other, they decide to fake a relationship to help their position in the competition.
All is Bright by RaeAnne Thayne. The eighth book in the Hope’s Crossing series is sure to tug at your heartstrings. Sage is an architect who takes on a challenging client. She needs to help Mason, a former baseball player who is now using a wheelchair. With the help of the Christmas season and some matchmaking talent in the town, love might be in the air.
Below Zero by Ali Hazelwood. While Below Zero isn’t technically a holiday romance, it is set in the Arctic — making it a cozy read for a snowy, winter day! Hannah is a NASA aerospace engineer working at a remote research station in the Arctic. When she injures herself and is stranded, the only person willing to rescue her is her longtime rival, Ian. Below Zero, the final book in The STEMinist Novellas, is a fun and steamy book perfect for a cold winter day.
Christmas at Fireside Cabins by Jenny Hale. This book is perfect for those looking for a more emotional romance set during Christmas. Lila struggles at Christmas because of the loss of her father. To help, she organizes a getaway with her friends to the Fireside Cabins resort. She discovers that the resort is close to closing. While there, she meets Theo — the grumpy owner of a local coffee shop. But with the help of Theo and her friends, she may be able to save the Fireside Cabins and find love along the way.
Christmas at the Ranch by Anita Hughes. Samantha is a writer who is invited to her publisher’s Christmas party. When she reluctantly agrees to go, she sits next to a handsome stranger on the plane, where she starts a conversation — revealing her secrets and fears. When she arrives at the party, she discovers that the handsome man is her publisher’s son and things start to get complicated. There’s romance, tension, and so much more to discover in this Christmas book.
Dreaming of a Heart Lake Christmas by Sarah Robinson. Another great opposites attract romance book on this list! Nola needs to raise money to start her dream business, which means selling her Grandmother’s historic house. When her high school crush tries to convince her to keep the property, things get complicated. It’s full of tension and is perfect for fans of the grumpy sunshine trope and small-town romance!
Holidays in Virgin River by Robyn Carr. If you’re a fan of the Virgin River series on Netflix, then you’ll want to pick up this addition to the book series! Celebrate the Christmas season with two short stories set inside the Virgin River world. Under the Christmas Tree follows the local vet Nathaniel and his budding romance with Annie. Midnight Confessions features a New Year’s Eve party and two people with broken hearts counting down to the new year.
Home for Christmas by Courtney Cole. Fans of historical fiction will want to pick up Home for Christmas. In Home for Christmas, Piper travels back to the 1940s. While there, she meets her grandmother, discovers love, learns about her family legacy, and celebrates the magic of Christmas.
Home Sweet Christmas by Susan Mallery. In Home Sweet Home, Camryn is raising her two younger sisters. She is asked to a meeting by the mother of a handsome man in town, Jake. She’s surprised that Jake’s mom is trying to find him a wife, and she’s a candidate. We also follow a second character in this book. River is new in town and is crowned Snow Queen. As she performs her Christmas duties with the Snow King, Dylan, she finds herself wanting to know more about him. With two characters to follow and a charming romance, this is a sweet book to add to your holiday reading list.
In the Event of Love by Courtney Kae. The first in a new series, In the Event of Love, is for readers looking for an LGBTQ+ holiday romance mixed with a Hallmark movie. Morgan heads to Fern Falls for the holidays. While there, she discovers that the family farm of her best friend-turned-crush is struggling. She decides to put everything aside to help them save the farm. It’s full of cozy holiday activities and sweet romance. If you like books by Casey McQuiston or Alexandria Bellefleur, then you’ll want to pick this book up!
Just Like Magic by Sarah Hogle. Just Like Magic is the perfect book if you want a mixture of holiday romance and fantasy. Bettie is pretending to live an extravagant life on social media even though she’s broke. When she accidentally calls on a holiday spirit, Hall, she realizes she has an opportunity to meet her family’s expectations. If Hall pretends to be her boyfriend during Christmas, the holidays might be better than expected. It’s a hilarious Christmas romance. With a touch of magical realism, it’s a unique holiday read that you’ll want to add to your TBR!
Kiss Her Once for Me by Alison Cochrun. Ellie has a dream job in animation and has the perfect meet-cute with a woman in a bookstore. After betrayal and losing her job, things aren’t going her way. A year later, her landlord proposes a marriage of convenience — with his inheritance, he’ll help her financially. When Andrew introduces Ellie to his family, she learns that the woman in the bookstore is his sister. It’s a romantic comedy with humor, fake engagements, festive moments, and love!
Love Always, Christmas by Karen Schaler. If you enjoyed A Christmas Prince on Netflix, then you’ll want to pick up Karen Schaler’s newest release! When Libby finds an unopened Christmas card from her late mother, she finds herself on a holiday journey. With the help of a hotel manager, Adam, Libby discovers family secrets and love. It’s a festive and enjoyable book for the holiday season!
Meet Me Under the Mistletoe by Jenny Bayliss. Meet Me Under the Mistletoe is a fun enemies-to-lovers romance set in the English countryside! Elinor runs a second-hand bookstore and decides to host a reunion with old-school friends. While it seems like a good idea, it also brings back her former fling Isaac. As they spend more time together, she suddenly finds herself falling for someone she used to call an enemy.
Once Upon a December by Amy E Reichert. If you’re looking for more magical realism this holiday season, you’ll want to try Once Upon a December. After a divorce, Astra is ready for her life to turn around. When she meets a handsome stranger at a Christmas market, the holiday season suddenly looks better. There are holiday dates, magic, and romance. What more could you ask for?
Once Upon a Royal Christmas by Teri Wilson. Christmas romance, royalty, and Hallmark movies are mixed together in Once Upon a Royal Christmas! Prince Nikolas knows that his country needs more winter tourism. While he’s away on vacation, his sister holds a competition — the winner gets to star in the annual Ice Village festival and accompany the royal family throughout the holidays. The winner is Gracie, a pretend Princess for children’s parties. While Prince Nikolas is looking forward to the holidays being over, he doesn’t expect to form a friendship with Gracie.
One Last Gift by Emily Stone. This book is perfect if you’re looking for more of an emotional love story. If you’re looking for a tear-jerker, this is the book for you! Cassie recently lost her brother — he was everything to her since they lost their parents at a young age. When she receives an envelope from her brother, she is set on a scavenger hunt. On this holiday scavenger hunt, she rekindles friendships and discovers more about herself.
Season of Love by Helena Greer. Season of Love is on Buzzfeed’s most anticipated LGBTQ+ romances for 2022! Miriam inherits her great aunt’s Christmas tree farm. But it also comes with the grumpy manager Noelle. Will they be able to work together despite their growing attraction? It’s a cozy holiday romance with LGBTQ+ characters and a Jewish-run Christmas tree farm!
Snowed In for Christmas by Sarah Morgan. Snowed in for Christmas is full of family secrets, mistaken identities, and a winter storm. Ross Miller is the CEO of a sportswear company. While spending Christmas with his family, he and his siblings want to avoid questions and not reveal secrets. When one of his employees unexpectedly arrives at the house, she’s mistaken for his girlfriend. Before they can correct it, they’re all snowed in.
So This is Christmas by Jenny Holiday. The final book in the Princess for Christmas trilogy! Matteo spends his life serving the Eldovian crown. When a management consultant from America arrives to help with the King’s affairs, Matteo is tasked with helping her. As Matteo and Cara work together to help Eldovia, they grow closer. With the help of some Christmas magic, romance is in the air.
The Christmas Spirit by Debbie Macomber. Fans of The Holiday will enjoy picking up The Christmas Spirit this holiday season! Peter and Hank are best friends. They decide to trade lives for a week. They both discover more about their lives and experience love along the way. It’s an inclusive holiday romance that readers are sure to enjoy!
The Christmas Wish by Lindsey Kelk. Groundhog Day and Christmas meet in this new holiday romance by Lindsey Kelk! Gwen is a lawyer who hopes that Christmas will brighten her spirits. Things in her life aren’t going to plan. But then she wakes up to relive Christmas day over again. Maybe experiencing the same day over again will help her to see things clearly — and find love in an unlikely place.
The Holiday Trap by Roan Parrish. The Holiday Trap is another great option if you enjoy watching The Holiday. Greta and Truman have a mutual friend who encourages them to do a month-long house swap over Christmas. They both have a month to have a fresh start — and find love. It’s a really sweet LGBTQ+ holiday romance that so many are going to enjoy.
The Road to Christmas by Sheila Roberts. The Road to Christmas follows three generations traveling to Idaho for Christmas. Michelle and Max are struggling in their marriage and are looking into divorce. Two of their three daughters are driving to Idaho from California. The Grandparents, Hazel and Warren, are worried about driving in the snow. All three generations have very different road trips that lead to an interesting family Christmas.
The Summer of Christmas by Juliet Giglio and Keith Giglio. A sweet holiday romance with a summer setting! Ivy is a screenwriter who writes a movie based on her love story with her high school sweetheart. While filming the movie in her hometown, she is forced to face her high school sweetheart for the first time in years. It’s full of humor, complicated relationships, and holiday cheer.
There’s Something About Merry by Codi Hall. There’s Something About Merry is a cute romantic comedy featuring a Christmas tree farm! Merry Winters has the holiday blues. She’s hoping to find love in her life. When the new foreman at her family’s Christmas tree farm catches her eye, the holidays look better. Clark isn’t looking for romance. He’s focused on his daughter and his job. After signing up for online dating, he’s surprised when Merry turns out to be his blind date.
You’re a Mean One Matthew Prince by Timothy Jonovsky. The title of this one is a total delight! Matthew Prince is rich and spoiled — so his parents decide to send him to his grandparents for the holidays. While there, he meets Hector. The holiday season brings them closer together and Matthew Prince finds his Grinch heart changing. If you enjoy the grumpy romance trope, you’ll want to add this one to your holiday TBR pile!
New Year’s Eve Romance Books for 2022
This Time Next Year by Sophie Cousens. While this book isn’t a new release, it’s a great option to get you ready for the New Year! Minnie Cooper knows that her New Year’s Eve birthday is unlucky — and it’s all because of Quinn, a man she’s never met. When they meet on their mutual 30th birthday, her luck begins to change. If you believe in fate and destiny, then this is the book for you.
The Rewind by Allison Winn Scotch. If you’re looking for a new holiday romance to prepare you for New Year’s Eve, try The Rewind! Frankie and Ezra were college sweethearts who broke up just before graduation. Ten years later, they find themselves at the wedding of a mutual friend. When they wake up the next morning with a ring on Frankie’s finger, they have no idea what happened. They have to work together to figure out what happened. Set in 1999, The Rewind is a magical, mysterious and romantic book to get you ready for the New Year!
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