Top 5 Romance Books To Be Released On September 2025

There’s something gentle about September. The air shifts, cooler breezes start replacing the heavy heat of summer, leaves prepare to paint the world with shades of gold, and life itself feels like it’s on the cusp of something new. It’s the season of fresh beginnings, cozy nights, and most importantly the perfect time to fall in love with a brand-new book.

Romance readers know that nothing beats that fluttery feeling of meeting new characters who make your heart race, whether through slow-burn longing, witty banter, or unexpected encounters that change everything. And this September, the publishing world has prepared an absolute feast of swoon-worthy, heart-tugging stories that promise laughter, healing, drama, and happily-ever-afters.

Whether you’re craving an uplifting journey across scenic landscapes, a cozy autumnal romance filled with baked goods and golden leaves, or a delightfully quirky story where ghosts and love collide, this month’s lineup has it all. Even if your shelves are already full, trust me, these five new releases deserve a spot right on top.

So grab your blanket, brew your favorite tea, and let’s dive into the Top 5 Romance Novels releasing in September 2025 that will sweep you off your feet without giving away a single spoiler.

1. Sweet Heat by Bolu Babalola

If you're looking for a novel that makes you laugh, offers real emotional stakes, and delivers romance with heart, Sweet Heat is your ideal fall read. 

There’s something electrifying about the promise of a second chance when we least expect it, especially when it’s wrapped in witty dialogue, heartfelt struggles, and undeniable chemistry. This September promises one such story you won’t forget. Sweet Heat by Bolu Babalola, published by William Morrow Paperbacks, will arrive on September 2, 2025, and fans are already counting down the days.

2. Crazy Spooky Love by Josie Silver 

Josie Silver, known for weaving charm and quirk into every story, takes romance fans on a delightfully supernatural ride in Crazy Spooky Love. Imagine a heroine who wants absolutely nothing to do with her inherited gift of seeing ghosts, but life (and love) has other plans.

Melody Bittersweet decides to channel her so-called curse into a quirky business: helping spirits move on. Sounds simple, right? Wrong. Between her infuriatingly handsome ex, her ghost-busting rival, and a trio of mischievous spirits who refuse to leave, Melody finds herself knee-deep in chaos. But as often happens in romance, chaos has a funny way of leading to sparks, especially when an attractive journalist shows up, blurring the line between business and pleasure.

This book blends humor, romance, and a dash of the supernatural in a way that feels both fresh and addictive. If you love stories with witty banter, unconventional love triangles, and a heroine who refuses to back down, Crazy Spooky Love will be your go-to comfort read this fall. The expected publication of this novel is on September 2, 2025 by Dell.

3. If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia

If your heart craves small-town charm and slow-burn sweetness, Julie Olivia’s If It Makes You Happy is the cozy fall romance you’ve been waiting for. Set in the nostalgic year of 1997, this novel transports readers to a picturesque Vermont town where autumn leaves crunch underfoot, and life moves just a little bit slower.

At the center is a woman carrying the weight of both ambition and loss. Returning from Seattle to take over her late mother’s bed-and-breakfast, she’s determined to rebuild, heal, and maybe find a piece of herself again. But of course, the universe drops someone in her path—Cliff, the single dad next door whose quiet strength and warmth can’t be ignored.

This is a story about rediscovering joy, finding home in unexpected places, and the way love has the power to make us believe in tomorrow again. Packed with nostalgic 90s vibes, cozy seasonal imagery, and heart-fluttering romance, If It Makes You Happy is like wrapping yourself in a flannel blanket with a slice of warm apple pie. The expected publication of this novel is on September 2, 2025 by Berkley.

4. The Gingerbread Bakery by Laurie Gilmore 

If you’re already counting down the days to holiday season, Laurie Gilmore’s The Gingerbread Bakery is your sweet September treat. Set in the beloved town of Dream Harbor, this installment delivers everything fans adore: small-town charm, familiar faces, and the irresistible promise of love blooming in unexpected places.

The story centers on Annie, who takes on the responsibility of baking the perfect cake for her friends’ upcoming wedding. Enter Mac, the town’s gruff yet secretly soft hero, whose role in the wedding is far less defined but whose role in Annie’s heart may be far greater than either of them expected. Their dynamic is the perfect recipe for an enemies-to-lovers romance: sparks, banter, tension, and slow-building sweetness that will have readers grinning from ear to ear.

The Gingerbread Bakery has all the ingredients of a perfect fall read: cozy kitchens, heartfelt community, and the magic of love found where you least expect it. The expected publication of this novel is on September 16, 2025 by HarperCollins.

5. Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver 

Though it lands a little later in September, Brynne Weaver’s Tourist Season is simply too delicious to leave off this list. Dark, witty, and devilishly fun, it’s a romance that refuses to play it safe.

Harper is a gardener in the quirky town of Cape Carnage, a place known for attracting tourists and, occasionally, danger. She’s used to protecting her town in her own way, but nothing prepares her for Nolan, a stranger with a dangerous edge and an even sharper charm. The two end up working together against forces that threaten the town, and what starts as reluctant teamwork slowly ignites into something far more explosive.

This isn’t your typical fluffy romance, it’s sharper, sassier, and filled with electric tension. With humor, banter, and just enough danger to make your pulse race, Tourist Season proves that love stories can be just as thrilling as they are romantic. The expected publication of this novel is on September 23, 2025 by Slowburn

September’s romance lineup reminds us that love takes many forms, grief healed by companionship, laughter sparked by chaos, comfort found in small towns, or fiery passion discovered in the unlikeliest of places. Each of these books offers a different flavor of romance, ensuring that no matter what your heart craves, there’s a story here for you.

So go ahead, mark your calendars and get ready to fall in love all over again. Because this September, the only thing more exciting than the crisp autumn air will be the stories waiting to sweep you away.