Gay romance book
Find LGBTQIAP+ Romances by trope, archetype, and/or theme here! All Romances are grown-up and contemporary unless otherwise noted.
B/P notes MC and/or LI identifies as bisexual person or pansexual
A/D/Aro = MC and/or LI identifies on the asexual spectrum, as demisexual, or as aromantic
T/NB/GQ = MC and/or LI identifies as transgender, genderqueer, and/or genderqueer
*Beginning of a romantic ARC in a series but not resolved in this manual alone
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Please note that as is common with Romance, many of these books are in a series with recurring characters. All should be readable as standalones, however, unless noted otherwise.
Additionally, please be advised that this is more of a database than a rec list; I have not read most of these titles, and strongly advocate reading reviews for potential triggers etc.
Academics
F/F
M/M
M/F
- Hold Me by Courtney Milan – Bm/Tf
Accidental Pregnancy
M/F
Age Gap
F/F
M/M
M/F
- *Love at First Fright by Nadia El-Fassi (Bi4Bi)
M/M/M
- Advanced Chemistry by A.J. Trum
Browse Books: Fiction / Romance / LGBTQ+ / Gay
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of spicy gay love affair, where passion and desire come alive in stories that explore the intricacies of love and connection. Whether you’re drawn to steamy romances, tales of self-discovery, or the allure of complex characters, these books provide an enticing escape into realms of sensuality and emotion. Feel the intensity in Pole Position, where the rivalry between two racers ignites a forbidden attraction that blurs the lines between competition and desire. For Her Consideration offers a delightful mix of humour and heart in a lgbtq+ romantic comedy that embraces the risks of love and the journey to self-acceptance. For a touch of magic and mystery, Bonded By Thorns reimagines Beauty and the Beast with fae princes and a seductive reverse harem twist.
From the forbidden romance in Mrs S to the raw exploration of desire in Women, these stories delve into the complexities of relationships and the richness of human affect. In Experienced, pursue Bette’s relatable and often humorous journey as she navigates the challenges of modern love and her evolving instinct of self. Each book offers a unique and enticing blend of desire
The world of gay passion novels is, if not quite as vast as the world of m/f romance, still quite expansive. Are you looking for a royal-commoner romance? A fake marriage? Something dim and gritty, or something that’s the literary corresponding of a basket of puppies? Whatever it is that floats your adoration boat, I guarantee there’s an m/m romance out there that will satisfy. In making this list, I’ve highlighted as many #ownvoices authors as doable. There’s a misconception that the only people who write m/m romance are straight women, and while it’s true that some of the biggest names in gay romance are straight women, there are also dozens of homosexual men writing fantastic male lover romance. But because of the biases and shortcomings of publishing (and a slew of other complicated factors), it’s straight women who often get the most recognition in the genre. This is not to say that direct women can’t, or shouldn’t, write gay romance novels. You’ll find several (including some of my absolute favorites!) on this list. You’ll also find many wonderful books by homosexual men that deserve the same praise and recognition. I’ve tri