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♡ WELCOME TO THE ROMANCE SHELF ♡

We are a romance bookstore that caters to passionate readers and underrepresented authors by providing a wide array of romance genres—from contemporary to spicy, sweet to dark. We feature indie and BIPOC authors, offer exclusive editions, and aim to build a community where readers and authors can come together and celebrate the stories they love.

New Releases

  • Curated with love, love and a touch of mischief

    The Do Not Disturb List is your monthly selection of indie and diverse romance must-reads. Handpicked by your personal Romance Concierge, these are the stories you wont want to put down or distributed while reading

    Put Me on Do Not Disturb 
  • New Arrivals

    Check in with all the new arrivals that have hit our shelves

    Check in 
  • Novel Necessities

    Be our guest and explore all the necessities that can help make your stay with your new book all the better

    Start Exploring 

MEET The Romance shelf

We exist to celebrate the romance genre in all its forms and to break down the stigma that often surrounds it. By providing a space where readers can explore a variety of love stories without shame and offering authors a platform to showcase their work, we aim to create a lasting impact on both the romance community and the publishing industry. Our mission is to empower readers, amplify diverse voices, and celebrate the magic of love through the pages of a book.

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