Spring break and girl trip read recs from Romantasy | PHL 17 Morning News

If you caught me on PHL17 Morning News this morning talking spring break and girl-trip reads thank you for hanging out with me. I pulled together a stack that's equal parts page-turning, swoony, and just one more chapter energy.

Whether you're packing a carry-on, heading down the shore, or doing a staycation with your besties and a bottle of something bubbly, here are the books I recommended plus what kind of mood each one matches.

The quick list (for the screenshot crowd)
•    First Time Caller  B.K. Borison
•    And Now Back to You  B.K. Borison
•    A Court of Thorns and Roses  Sarah J. Maas
•    Lights Out  Navessa Allen
•    Caught Up  Navessa Allen
•    Game On  Navessa Allen
•    In Her Own League  Liz Tomforde
•    Choosing You  Linny Mack

For the cozy-romcom mood: First Time Caller by B.K. Borison

If your ideal vacation read is warm, flirty, and comforting (like a cute coffee shop you wish existed in your hometown), start here. This is the kind of book you read with sunglasses on, hair in a messy bun, and zero interest in being productive.

And Now Back to You  B.K. Borison

Same author, same I'm smiling at my book in public vibe with that addictive romcom pacing that makes travel time fly. Perfect for a girl trip when you want something fun to pass around and say, Wait, you're at that part already?

For the iconic fantasy escape: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

If spring break means you want to leave reality entirely, ACOTAR is the portal. Its a classic for a reason: big feelings, high stakes, and a world you can disappear into. Great for readers who want their vacation to come with a side of Im emotionally invested now.
For the spicy, fast, and cant-put-it-down crowd: Navessa Allen
If your group chat is already unhinged (affectionate) and your suitcase has at least one outfit for the plot, these are for you.

Lights Out  Navessa Allen

This one is dark, intense, and bingeable - the kind of read that makes you forget you're on a plane. Not for the faint of heart, but absolutely for the reader who likes their romance with a little edge.

Caught Up  Navessa Allen

A great follow-up when you want the same I'm hooked momentum. Its the kind of book that turns a quick beach read into I'll be right there - I just need to finish this chapter.

Game On  Navessa Allen

If you want high energy and high heat, this is a perfect spring break pick. Ideal for the reader who likes their romance bold, addictive, and not afraid to go there. It's releasing March 31 and we can't wait!! 

For the sporty, feel-good romance vibe: In Her Own League by Liz Tomforde

This one hits when you want chemistry, confidence, and a satisfying emotional payoff. Its a great girl-trip read because its fun, romantic, and easy to get obsessed without feeling heavy.

For the heartfelt, I love love pick: Choosing You by Linny Mack

If you want something that feels sweet, sincere, and emotionally grounding between the spicy or high-stakes reads, this is your cleanser. The kind of romance that makes you believe in good communication and soft moments.

Build your spring break reading vibe (choose your path)

•    Cozy + cute: Start with Borison
•    Fantasy escape: Dive into ACOTAR
•    Spicy page-turners: Grab Allen
•    Feel-good romance: Add Tomforde
•    Heart-forward: Finish with Mack
Want these books? Come see us at Romantasy! 
If you're local, swing by Romantasy Bookstore and well help you pick your perfect spring break stack whether you want cozy, fantasy, spicy, or all of the above.
If you watched the segment, tell me: which book are you starting first?