Best Romance Books Releasing September 15 (Spooky Season + Cozy Fall + Holiday Teasers)
We’re so excited for this week — September 15 is stacked with the kind of new releases that make your TBR grow in public. We’ve got Halloween-ready reads, cozy fall romance, and even a little holiday sparkle sneaking in early (because some of us are already mentally decorating).
If you’re in the mood for spooky, swoony, cursed, or comfort-read cozy, here are our top picks dropping next week.
September 15 New Releases to Add to Your TBR
Grim Tidings (Indie Signed Edition) — B.K. Borison
Spooky, swoony, and slow-burn in the best way—Grim Tidings is a fall romance with magic, consequences, and an enemies-to-lovers spark that refuses to stay buried
Perfect for readers of: cozy romance, small-town charm, autumn comfort reads
Doomsdate — Piper Lee
Spooky title, high-stakes vibes. Expect tension, danger, and the kind of romance that makes you whisper “oh no” and keep reading anyway.
Perfect for readers of: dark-ish romance, suspense energy, can’t-look-away pacing
10 Things I Hate About Zombies — Hazel Graves
Romcom lovers who want spooky season without losing the laughs: come closer. This is giving playful horror vibes, banter potential, and the kind of premise that’s basically made for fall reading.
Perfect for readers of: spooky romcoms, zombies, witty chemistry
Eldritch (The Eating Woods, #2) by Keri Lake
For readers who like their romance darker, moodier, and dripping in atmosphere. Candlelight, storm clouds, and “don’t go in there” energy.
Perfect for readers of: gothic romance, dark fantasy vibes, intense tension
The Emperor’s Enemy (Beautiful Deluxe Limited Edition!)— Jasmin Mas
Big drama, big stakes, big feelings. If you love enemies energy (the sharp kind) and a story that feels epic, this one is ready to take over your brain.
Perfect for readers of: enemies-to-??? tension, fantasy romance, power plays
A Curse for Christmas Past — Morgan Lockhart
Holiday readers, your moment is arriving early — and we’re not mad about it. Festive magic, second chances, and cozy chaos.
Perfect for readers of: holiday romance, magical mishaps, seasonal comfort reads
Fall Me Maybe (Limited Deluxe Edition!) — Laney Hatcher
Peak fall vibes — crisp air, cozy energy, and a romance that feels like a flirty sweater-weather montage.
Perfect for readers of: cozy contemporary romance, autumn vibes, sweet swoon
Daughter of the Dark — R.J. Valldeperas
A fierce demon slayer, a dangerous royal court, and a forbidden attraction make Daughter of the Dark a captivating romantasy steeped in Peruvian-inspired mythology. Secrets, shadows, and a heroine you don’t want to underestimate.
Perfect for readers of: dark fantasy romance, eerie atmosphere, high tension
If Not You — Ellen O’Clover
When you want romance that leans tender and real — heartfelt, feelings-forward, and satisfying. If Not You is an angsty, yearning contemporary romance filled with sharp chemistry, emotional vulnerability, and a love story that refuses to stay neatly in the past.
Perfect for readers of: contemporary romance, second-chance vibes, emotional payoff
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We’re Announcing the October Page to Pleasure Box!
We are so excited to announce our October Page to Pleasure Box, featuring the highly anticipated debut by Matteo Franco: The Undertow of Evelyn Graymore.
What’s inside
· The Undertow of Evelyn Graymore by Matteo Franco
· Indie Exclusive signed bookplate from the author
· Indie Exclusive stickers from the author
· Indie Exclusive custom bookmark from the author
· Indie Exclusive art print from the author
· Sliquid Natural Sea water-based lubricant
· A Touch of Velvet Vibrator in Aqua Lily (discreet, compact personal massager)
· Bath Fizzer from Earthly Body
· Plus extra surprise goodies only a Fantasy Gifts x Romantasy Bookstore collaboration can bring
Don’t Forget Tipsy Tuesday (Every Tuesday!)
Quick reminder: Tipsy Tuesday happens every Tuesday at both Lumberton and Turnersville. Come sip a cocktail while you browse new releases — or pick up your next soon-to-be best book boyfriend.