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HYBRID - Romance Book Club: Debut Historical Romances
January 2, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
66 Front St.
Ashland MA 01721
We love our Romance Book Club! This year, we're doing something a bit different. We're picking romance sub genres and ask that you find a book by a debut author in that sub-genre (a book published which debuted in the last couple of years, preferably). So, this month, it's any era of historical romance by a debut author. Whatever you pick, come ready to discuss, share and add some titles to your TBR pile!
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VIRTUAL - Jayne Ann Krentz and Annelise Ryan in Conversation
January 7, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
66 Front St.
Ashland MA 01721
Bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz will discuss her latest Romantic Suspense (with a dollop of the paranormal) book, "Shattering Dawn", in conversation with bestselling author Annelise Ryan, author of the upcoming mystery "Beast of the North Woods. We hope you can join us for this special discussion.
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LIVE - Tara Tai with Aislinn Brophy: Single Player
January 7, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Brookline Booksmith
279 Harvard Street
Brookline MA 02446
In person at Brookline Booksmith! Celebrate the release of Single Player with author Tara Tai, in conversation with Aislinn Brophy. Preorder through Brookline Booksmith to get a signed copy and receive:, a full sticker sheet, a double-sided bookmark, and a temporary tattoo. Books will also be available for purchase at the event. You can pick your book up after 6:30PM on the day of the event.
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LIVE - Jenny L. Howe Book Launch: How to Get a Life in Ten Dates
January 8, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by The Purple Couch Bookstore
350 Winthrop Avenue #unit 9b
North Andover, MA 01845
The Purple Couch Bookshop is thrilled to welcome back author Jenny Howe to celebrate the release of her new book, How to Get a Life in Ten Dates. Joining her in conversation will be author of Hannah Tate Beyond Repair, Laura Piper Lee.
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LIVE - An Afternoon with Bestselling Author Sarah Adams
January 11, 2025
2:00 PM
Hosted by Books-a-Million
430 Gorham Road
South Portland, ME 04106
Join us for an exciting event with New York Times bestselling author, Sarah Adams, for the highly anticipated release of Beg, Borrow or Steal - the newest title in her When in Rome books! Tickets to the event will include a copy of Beg, Borrow or Steal. The first 200 guests to purchase a ticket will have the opportunity to attend an early access discussion and interactive Q&A with the talented author herself! All remaining tickets will be for the signing line only.
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LIVE - The Happily-Ever-After Book Club Reads... Grumpy/Sunshine Romances
January 12, 2025
2:30 PM
Hosted by Boston Public Library
Central Library in Copley Square
Mezzanine Conference Room 2
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Do you love romance? Are you looking for a group of fellow readers to talk about it with? Join the Happily-Ever-After Book Club on the second Sunday of every month for tea, cookies, and a bring-your-own-book discussion centered around a popular romance trope. In January we will be reprising a beloved topic and chatting about our favorite Grumpy/Sunshine romances.
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LIVE - Romance Book Club: One Dark Window
January 13, 2025
5:30 PM
Hosted by Bank Square Books
80 Stonington Road
Mystic, CT 06355
Join us in sharing our love for romance! Whether it's Regency, sports, or cowboy romances you're into, this book club is for you! This month we are reading One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig. For fans of Uprooted and For the Wolf comes a dark, lushly gothic fantasy about a maiden who must unleash the monster within to save her kingdom—but the monster in her head isn't the only threat lurking.
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VIRTUAL - Women's Fiction Book Recs with Kristan Higgins
January 16, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
Ashland MA 01721
Love Women's Fiction but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author Kristan Higgins (and Ashland fave!) quarterly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of women's fiction out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Kristan's many enthusiastic reviews.
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LIVE - Chloe Gong with Azanta
January 17, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Lovestruck Books
44 Brattle Street
Cambridge MA 02138
Join us on Friday, January 17 for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author Chloe Gong, moderated by the brilliant Azanta! This special event marks the celebration of the opening of Lovestruck Books—a new chapter for book lovers, and a perfect opportunity to dive into Chloe’s latest work, Vilest Things (Flesh and False Gods, #2).
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LIVE - Jasmine Guillory and Nikki Payne
January 18, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Lovestruck Books
44 Brattle Street
Cambridge MA 02138
Join us for an unforgettable evening with authors Jasmine Guillory and Nikki Payne, two powerhouse romance writers whose stories center the rich, diverse experiences of Black characters in love. Moderated by Smart Bitches, Trashy Books contributor, Amanda Diehl, this event celebrates the opening of Lovestruck Books—a new chapter for book lovers. It’s the perfect opportunity to dive into Jasmine’s and Nikki’s latest work, while exploring the unique and powerful ways these authors bring love stories to life. Don’t miss out on this celebration of love, literature, and the voices that are shaping the genre!
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LIVE - Romance Book Club - Just Some Stupid Love Story
January 22, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Ten Trees Books
North Main Street
Natick MA 01760
Just Some Stupid Love Story by Katelyn Doyle is our Romance Book Club’s January selection! Wickedly funny, sexy, and brimming with laughs and heart like the best romantic comedies, Just Some Stupid Love Story is for everyone who believes in soulmates--even if they would never admit it. The ticket includes two glasses of wine curated by Dion's.
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LIVE - Romance Book Club: Juliet Takes a Breath
January 23, 2025
6:00 PM
Hosted by Read My Lips Boston
The Annex at the Charles River Speedway
525 Western Ave
Brighton, MA 02135
Boston MA
We are partnering with Rite on a monthly Romance Book Club! January's pick is Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera. Come discuss this coming-of-age story following Juliet, a queer young Puerto Rican woman from the Bronx, as she embarks upon a summer internship with white feminist author Harlowe Brisbane. Along the way, Juliet falls in love, explores questions of race and identity, and grapples with her family's reaction to her coming out. After the event, feel free to hang out in the Annex!
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LIVE - Romance Book Club - The Game Changer
January 23, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by The Purple Couch Bookstore
350 Winthrop Avenue #unit 9b
North Andover, MA 01845
Join us for a discussion of this steamy hockey romance. A hockey player and a baker shoot their shot in this steamy new romance by Lana Ferguson, USA Today bestselling author of The Nanny.
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LIVE - Loretta Chase and Caroline Linden
January 25, 2025
1:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
66 Front St.
Ashland MA 01721
Celebrating a Book Birthday with Romance Author Loretta Chase, in conversation with Caroline Linden: One of our very favorite romance authors, Loretta Chase, has a new book out!!! Let the squeeing begin! "My Inconvenient Duke" the third in the Difficult Dukes series, is a much anticipated story of a charming brother’s best friend second-chance historical romance. If you know Loretta at all (as you should, she's an ICON!), you know you're in for a treat. AND, we'll be celebrating the 30th Anniversary of "The Lord of Scoundrels", Loretta's groundbreaking story that spent years at the top of All About Romance's top 100 books of all time. AND, as an extra bonus, Loretta will be in conversation with another of our favorite historical romance authors, Caroline Linden! Buckle up your bonnets, this is gonna be an good one!
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LIVE - Jaime P. Bradley
January 25, 2025
5:30 PM
Hosted by Grump & Sunshine Bookshop
159 High St
Belfast ME 04915
We’re thrilled to welcome local author Jaime P. Bradley as we celebrate the release of her debut full-length novel, 3000 Reasons to Stay.
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LIVE - Bridgerton Ball
January 25, 2025
7:00 PM
Crystal Room
98 School Street
Naugatuck, CT 06770
Pray, dost thou find thyself enamoured with the acclaimed Netflix production, Bridgerton? If so, Pretty In Primp cordially invites thee to our inaugural Bridgerton-themed Ball, to be held in Naugatuck, Connecticut. The soirée shall boast dancing, games, delectable fare, vendors, contests, and much more! As thou shalt be graced with Her Majesty's presence, it is imperative that thou don attire befitting the Bridgerton fashion. Join us for an eve of unforgettable revelry!
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LIVE - Romance Book Club with Jenny and Gabrielle: How to Get a Life in Ten Dates
January 27, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by An Unlikely Story Bookstore
111 South St.
Plainville MA 02762
Join us monthly for Romance Book Club, co-hosted by our favorite romance author Jenny L. Howe and our lead bookseller Gabrielle! For January's session, we will be reading Jenny's newest rom-com How to Get a Life in Ten Dates, in which a young woman who's fed up with dating challenges her family and friends to set her up on ten dates, but gets more than she bargained for when her best friend adds himself to the roster.
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LIVE - Reading Romance Boston - Book Club
January 30, 2025
6:00 PM
Hosted by Porter Square Books: Boston Edition
50 Liberty Dr.
Boston, MA 02210
Join the local book club Reading Romance Boston. All are welcome! This month the group will discuss two books: Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison and The Finest Print by Erin Langston.
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LIVE - Romance Book Club: Funny Story
January 30, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Trident Booksellers & Cafe
338 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02115
Join us for our first Romance Book Club of 2025! This session will be focused on Emily Henry's newest book, Funny Story. Make sure you read the whole book in advance, there will be spoilers! The host will be leading groups in discussion about the book. Don't miss this opportunity to share your theories and opinions on one of 2024s most popular romances! Each ticket earns you a $5 gift card to use in our cafe or bookstore. These will be distributed upon checking in. We will also have the next book club read available for purchase at the event. Food & beverage will be available for purchase during the event.
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VIRTUAL - Fantasy Romance: HR Moore and Penn Cole
February 1, 2025
2:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
Ashland MA 01721
Fantasy Romance That Will Keep You Up All Night (reading, of course): We're so thrilled to, once again, participate in FaRoFeb - celebrating Fantasy Romance during the month of Feb! We welcome authors HR Moore and Penn Cole as they talk writing Fantasy Romance that keeps the reader engaged. How do they keep it fresh? What kind of fantastical creatures do they conjure? What new settings and world building can capture our attention? Come with your questions! This is sure to be an amazing conversation!
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LIVE - Jane Costello with Kristan Higgins
February 5, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by RJ Julia Booksellers
768 Boston Post Road
Madison, CT 06443
Laugh, swoon, and celebrate life’s messy middle! Don’t miss Jane Costello, bestselling author of It’s Getting Hot in Here, as she shares her hilarious and heartfelt rom-com about motherhood, midlife, and finding love when you least expect it. It’s Getting Hot in Here is the laugh-out-loud, coming-of-middle-age, rom-com meets mom-com readers have been waiting for.
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HYBRID - Romance Book Club: Debut Steampunk Romances
February 6, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
66 Front St.
Ashland MA 01721
We love our Romance Book Club! This year, we're doing something a bit different. We're picking romance sub genres and ask that you find a book by a debut author in that sub-genre (a book published which debuted in the last couple of years, preferably). So, this month, it's a steampunk romance by a debut author. Whatever you pick, come ready to discuss, share and add some titles to your TBR pile!
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LIVE - Tessa Bailey: Dream Girl Drama
February 7, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Brookline Booksmith
279 Harvard Street
Brookline MA 02446
Join us at Brookline Booksmith for a meet-and-greet photo opportunity with Tessa Bailey to celebrate the release of Dream Girl Drama! A steamy chance encounter between a professional hockey player and the manic pixie dream girl he just can’t seem to forget takes a turn when the pair realize that their parents are engaged—in an all-new rom-com by #1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey.
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LIVE - Romance is for Everyone with Liz Alden
February 8, 2025
1:00 PM
Hosted by Westfield Athenaeum
6 Elm St.
Westfield MA 01085-2997
Discover (or rediscover!) a love for romance books with author Liz Alden. We'll talk about everything from bodice rippers to BookTok and give you a crash course on the romance genre. If you're wondering how to pick your next romance read - whether you're a first time romance reader or an expert devourer of HEAs - or want to connect with other romance readers and a local author, join Liz for a one-hour discussion. We'll also have a short discussion on Liz's publishing career, what self-publishing actually means, and a Q&A. Of course, we'll be sure to leave you with an emotionally satisfying and optimistic ending!
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VIRTUAL - Gal/Pal/Valentine's Day (and more!) Book Recs with Lorelei
February 10, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
66 Front St.
Ashland MA 01721
We just love our talks with Lorelei of Lorelei's Lit Lair! This time, she will giving us book recs for this special holiday - not only for couples, but pals and gals. So, if you love a good romantic story, one that has a good group of friends, and/or a tight knit circle of women, this program is for you! And, if your pile isn't already groaning, it will be! Grab a hot chocolate and join us.
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LIVE - Romance Book Group at Campbridge Public Library
February 11, 2025
7:15 PM
Hosted by Cambridge Public Library
Main Library
Teen Room
449 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02138
This month's book: Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert. Copies of the print book are set aside at the Main Library Q&A Desk on the ground floor. Visit the Main Library at 449 Broadway during service hours and a staff member can help you check out a copy. This month’s book is available as an e-book and digital audiobook through both Libby and Hoopla.
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LIVE - Brynne Weaver in Conversation with Emma Hamm
February 12, 2025
5:30 PM
Hosted by Grump & Sunshine Bookshop
The First Church in Belfast
8 Court St
Belfast ME 04915
Join us as we celebrate the release of Brynne Weaver’s third book, Scythe & Sparrow! Brynne will be in conversation with author Emma Hamm, followed by an audience Q&A.
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LIVE - Reading Romance Boston - Book Club
February 27, 2025
6:00 PM
Hosted by Porter Square Books: Boston Edition
50 Liberty Dr.
Boston, MA 02210
Join the local book club Reading Romance Boston. All are welcome! This month's selection is TBA.
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VIRTUAL - New Zealand Romance Writers Panel: Indigenous and Cultural Impacts on the Writing and Publishing
March 1, 2025
2:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
Ashland MA 01721
We are thrilled to be welcoming Aotearoa (Land of the Long White Cloud) Kiwi romance authors Esme Brett, Courtney Clark Michaels, and Stephanie Ruth to our virtual stage! We're going to be chatting about how New Zealand's Indigenous history and the country's culture affect their writing and publishing journeys (or, do they?). We hope you'll join us for what we expect will be a fascinating conversation!
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LIVE - An Evening with Jenny L. Howe
March 6, 2025
6:00 PM
Hosted by Book Love
7 Village Green South
Plymouth MA 02360
Join us for an engaging evening with author Jenny Howe as she discusses the art of storytelling, her writing journey, and her latest charming novel, How to Get a Life in 10 Dates.
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HYBRID - Romance Book Club: Debut South American Romances
March 6, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
66 Front St.
Ashland MA 01721
We love our Romance Book Club! This year, we're doing something a bit different. We're picking romance sub genres and ask that you find a book by a debut author in that sub-genre (a book published which debuted in the last couple of years, preferably). So, this month, it's a South American romance by a debut author - could be setting, characters, author's background, etc. Whatever you pick, come ready to discuss, share and add some titles to your TBR pile!
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LIVE - Lucy Score with Meghan Quinn
March 16, 2025
2:00 PM
Hosted by Gibson's Bookstore
Capitol Center for the Arts
44 South Main Street
Concord, NH 03301
Gibson's Bookstore heads across the street to the Capitol Center for the Arts to welcome romance novelist Lucy Score for her only New England stop on her Story of My Life tour! Score will be joined in conversation by author Meghan Quinn (Bridesmaid for Hire, How My Neighbor Stole Christmas). A photo line follows their conversation, in lieu of a signing line.
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VIRTUAL - Carla Kelly
March 24, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
Ashland MA 01721
We always have so much fun with Carla that, by popular demand, we're having her back! Once again, we'll be talking about Carla's early books as well as her American Historicals and her latest book of Christmas stories, Regency Glad Tidings as well as A Naval Surgeon to Fight For. Carla may yet have some surprises for us! Oh, wait, there's more! Carla is also a former seasonal ranger in the National Park Service. We hope to see our romance, history, and nature buffs again!
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LIVE - Reading Romance Boston - Book Club
March 27, 2025
6:00 PM
Hosted by Porter Square Books: Boston Edition
50 Liberty Dr.
Boston, MA 02210
Join the local book club Reading Romance Boston. All are welcome! This month's selection is TBA.
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HYBRID - Romance Book Club: Debut Monster Romances
April 3, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
66 Front St.
Ashland MA 01721
We love our Romance Book Club! This year, we're doing something a bit different. We're picking romance sub genres and ask that you find a book by a debut author in that sub-genre (a book published which debuted in the last couple of years, preferably). So, this month, it's a Monster romance by a debut author - you know we love our monster romances! Whatever you pick, come ready to discuss, share and add some titles to your TBR pile!
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LIVE - Katee Robert
April 3, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Gibson's Bookstore
Capitol Center for the Arts
44 South Main Street
Concord, NH 03301
Gibson's Bookstore is pleased to welcome Katee Robert back for the eighth book in their Dark Olympus series, Sweet Obsession, a scorchingly hot modern retelling of Poseidon and Icarus! They'll be joined in-conversation at the BNH Stage by Events Director Elisabeth.
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VIRTUAL - The Intersection of Climate Action and Romance Novels: A Panel Discussion
April 10, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
Ashland MA 01721
We are thrilled to welcome authors Nikki Payne, Tara L. Roí., and L.E. Sterling to discuss how genre fiction, specifically romance, can have an impact on Climate Action! Have you ever wondered how authors weave very important topics, such as environmental issues, into their books so that we learn about something while also enjoying a "light" read? Join us as our panelists discuss their books, research, and hopes for using their writing to have a broad impact on our thinking.
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VIRTUAL - The Two Nerdy History Girls Ride Again!
April 14, 2025
7:00 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
Ashland MA 01721
We're at it again! We keep having so much fun with Loretta and Susan that we had to keep bringing them back for encore performances. You know them as the Two Nerdy History Girls - authors Loretta Chase and Susan Holloway Scott were the originators of the infamous blog. We, once again, have Loretta and Susan here to answer all of our burning questions. How do they find interesting tidbits of historical lore, which libraries of the world have they visited, and how do they avoid the inescapable "rabbit hole"? We can't wait for what we know is going to be a fascinating conversation between these two friends and researchers.
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VIRTUAL - Women's Fiction Book Recs with Kristan Higgins
April 17, 2025
6:30 PM
Hosted by Ashland Public Library
Ashland MA 01721
Love Women's Fiction but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author Kristan Higgins (and Ashland fave!) quarterly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of women's fiction out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Kristan's many enthusiastic reviews.
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LIVE - RomantiConn 2025
July 25-26, 2025
7:00 PM
Trumbull Marriott Shelton
180 Hawley Lane
Trumbull, CT 06611
Save the date! The 6th annual RomantiConn Romance Author Signing Event will be a two-day fun-filled weekend.
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LIVE - Getting Witchy With It
September 20-21, 2025
10:00 AM
Boston Marriott Peabody
8A Centennial Dr
Peabody MA 01960
Save the date! Join 300+ amazing authors in one place at the same time!! Tickets bought are valid for both days September 20th & 21st!
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LIVE - Fall in Love New England
October 24-26, 2025
7:00 PM
Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel
181 Boston Post Road W
Marlborough MA 01752
Save the date! Get ready for the ultimate gathering of romance fans and readers! Mark your calendars for a 3-day extravaganza featuring a romance conference along with two full days of book signings and exclusive merchandise.
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