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Nothing says “holiday magic” quite like falling in love by twinkling lights, cozy fires, and freshly baked cookies. Whether it’s a second-chance romance under the mistletoe, a small-town snowed-in fling, or a heartwarming story of new beginnings, 2025 is packed with Christmas romances that will make your heart melt.
From charming lakeside retreats and bustling European Christmas markets to festive family dramas and snowy Scottish Highlands, these upcoming releases are perfect for curling up with a cup of cocoa and getting lost in the joy of the season. So grab a blanket, turn on the twinkle lights, and get ready to discover your next favorite holiday romance!
More Holiday Reads
Second Chance Christmas Romance Books 2025
Winter Nights at the Bay Bookshop by Jessica Redland (Sep 9)
Bookshop coziness + winter traditions + a touch of second-chance tension? Yes, please. Lily needs help at her shop before Christmas, and the only person available is Lars — the guy who once shut her out. Working among fairy lights and Icelandic holiday customs, the emotional walls start melting right along with the snow.
Christmas at the Ranch by Julia McKay (Sep 23)
Second-chance romance meets snowy, small-town charm. Emory returns to Wilder Ranch to escape a family scandal and runs into Tate, her first love. Between horses, Christmas magic, and a decade of unspoken feelings, the holidays give them a chance to rewrite the past — and maybe ride straight into a happily-ever-after.
You Make It Feel Like Christmas by Sophie Sullivan (Sep 23)
Forced proximity, grumpy hockey players, and a Christmas tree farm = holiday perfection. Photographer Maisie and Nick, the ex she can’t forget, are thrown together for a week of snow, festive chaos, and undeniable chemistry. Expect slow-burn romance, flirty banter, and all the seasonal tension that makes second chances so satisfying.
Merry Me by C.R. Jane (Oct 7)
Natalie never expected to see her high school ex again—especially not in a Santa suit at her sister’s Christmas Eve wedding! Stuck together in a cozy mountain lodge, old sparks reignite, reminding her that sometimes the heart remembers what the mind tries to forget. Funny, tender, and swoon-filled, this second-chance romance is all about rediscovering the one who never left your heart.
A Scottish Christmas Hideaway by Ellie Henderson (Oct 8)
Returning home for the holidays, Jessica never expects to run into Reuben, her brother’s once-annoying best friend. Between Christmas lights, tree shopping, and gingerbread disasters, sparks fly, and walls melt. A cozy, small-town, second-chance romance full of Scottish winter charm and holiday magic.
Grace and Henry’s Holiday Movie Marathon by Matthew Norman (Oct 14)
Two widowed parents find solace, friendship, and unexpected sparks while revisiting their favorite Christmas films. Grace and Henry’s shared grief slowly gives way to new love, showing that the holidays can bring healing, hope, and second chances. Warm, tender, and heart-centered holiday romance.
Cozy Holiday Rom Coms
Holiday Ever After by Hannah Grace (Sep 30)
Small-town Christmas + workplace rivalry = instant rom-com tension. Clara tries to fix a PR disaster for her family’s toy business, while local Jack Kelly isn’t buying her act. Between sleigh rides, festive shenanigans, and frosty confrontations, hearts warm, sparks fly, and the town might just get its happily-ever-after — along with Clara and Jack.
A Merry Little Lie by Sarah Morgan (Oct 7)
Secrets, family chaos, and holiday magic collide in the Balfour household. Becky, Rosie, and Hayley each navigate personal dilemmas while keeping their loved ones’ Christmas intact. Sweet, heartfelt, and full of twists, this story shows how honesty, love, and laughter can make the season truly bright.
Big Nick Energy by Kristen Bailey (Oct 14)
Kay is caught in a hilarious holiday love triangle with two Nicks: one charming and settled, the other creative and heart-stealing. Between Christmas markets, reindeer onesies, and charitable adventures, she has to figure out which Nick truly owns her heart. Fun, festive, and full of laugh-out-loud holiday chaos.
Merry Christmas, You Filthy Animal by Meghan Quinn (Oct 14)
Max and Betty are rival Christmas tree farm owners, and the holiday chaos that ensues is equal parts hilarious and heartwarming. Between blizzards, mischievous schemes, and small-town shenanigans, sparks fly in all the wrong—and perfect—ways. Full of festive humor, swoony tension, and messy-but-delicious romance, it’s a Christmas story that delivers both laughs and love.
Good Spirits by B.K. Borison (Oct 21)
Harriet isn’t expecting a ghost, let alone one with a flair for Christmas mischief. Nolan, the Ghost of Christmas Past, may be spectral—but he teaches her that love and magic can exist in unexpected places. Cozy, whimsical, and perfect for readers who love a touch of supernatural holiday charm.
While It Was Snowing by Julia London (Oct 28)
Amy and professional golfer Harrison accidentally share a lakeside holiday rental. As a snowstorm traps them together, sparks fly, secrets are shared, and a Christmas fling might just turn into true love. Sweet, festive, and perfectly cozy.
Small Town Holiday Romance Books 2025
The Gingerbread Bakery by Laurie Gilmore (Sep 11)
Small town, baked goods, and enemies-to-lovers banter — this is holiday catnip. Annie owns the Gingerbread Bakery, and Mac, the infuriatingly charming bar owner nearby, has made bickering their love language. With a winter wedding pulling them into each other’s orbit, the sparks start feeling less accidental and more inevitable.
I’ll Be Home for Christmas by Jenny Bayliss (Sep 23)
Returning home for the holidays never goes quietly, especially when it means quirky aunts, family traditions, and first loves resurfacing. Fred dives into her family’s Christmas cracker shop, reconnecting with an old friend and a charming journalist. Full of British winter charm, small-town coziness, and sweet holiday romance, this one’s perfect for fans of warm, heart-tugging Christmas reads.
Christmas People by Iva-Marie Palmer (Sep 30)
Jill isn’t a Christmas person — until she’s trapped in a bizarre, heartwarming holiday scenario straight out of a movie. Surrounded by snow, peppermint, and familiar faces (including her high school crush), she must navigate a festive bake-off and cookie-sweet romance to get “home” in time. Perfect for readers who love meta, humorous, and feel-good Christmas stories.
The Christmas Keepsake by Annie Rains (Oct 7)
Mallory is juggling her grandmother’s cherished theater tradition and her own life decisions, with a little help from the dependable Hollis. Between handmade ornaments, holiday performances, and small-town warmth, hearts heal and sparks fly. A cozy, heartwarming read about love, family, and the gifts that truly matter.
Yule Be Mine by Piper Rayne (Nov 13)
When workaholic Carter ends up snowed in with the bride’s sister and maid of honor, sparks fly amid holiday wedding chaos. A charming small-town Christmas romance full of snark, festive mishaps, and a slow-burn romance that might just last forever.
The Holiday Post by L.B. Dunbar (Nov 14)
A globetrotting toy mogul stranded in a small harbor town finds more than he expected: festive chaos, candy cane martinis, and the local postmistress who captures his heart. Cozy, magical, and full of holiday charm, this romance proves that love can be the greatest adventure of all.
Holiday Romances with Fake Dating, Enemies-to-Lovers & Grinches
Holly and Nick Hate Christmas by Betsy St. Amant (Sep 16)
If you’re into festive chaos and grumpy matchmaking gone wrong, this one delivers. Holly’s been over Christmas her whole life — name, birthday drama, all of it — and losing her job doesn’t help. When her family ropes in Nick, another Christmas cynic, she launches “Operation: Naughty List” to out-holiday him out of spite. Of course, the chemistry doesn’t get the memo.
Snow Kissed by RaeAnne Thayne (Oct 7)
Single mom Holly needs a wedding date fast, and Ryan, a reluctant local, might be the perfect solution. Forced proximity, snowy charm, and holiday antics ignite unexpected romance, showing that even little white lies can lead to big love. Perfect for fans of second-chance Christmas romances.
Christmas Fling by Lindsey Kelk (Oct 9)
Laura’s quiet solo Christmas takes a wild turn when she’s mistaken for a mystery girlfriend and whisked to the Scottish Highlands. Between snowy trains, cozy pubs, and instant chemistry with Callum, a fake romance might just turn into something real. Perfect for fans of holiday sparks and swoony highland charm.
Hashtag Holidate by Lucy Lennox (Oct 21)
What happens when a social media influencer and a grumpy mountain man are forced into twelve Insta-ready holiday dates? Sparks fly, followers obsess, and pretend romance starts feeling all too real. Perfect for fans of modern, flirty, and festive small-town holiday romance.
A Little Holiday Fling by Farah Heron (Oct 21)
Ruby’s dream of moving to England and running a cozy inn collides with grumpy-but-charming Rashid during the holiday season. Between winter markets, festive family antics, and growing attraction, their friendship quickly turns into something more. Sweet, heartwarming, and full of grumpy/sunshine holiday vibes.
Merry Little Kismas by Lauren Blakely (Oct 28)
A professional matchmaker sets out to help her brother’s grumpy best friend find a date—but fake holiday fun turns into real feelings. Snowy small-town charm, cozy cabin nights, and mistletoe moments make this a must-read grumpy/sunshine Christmas romance.
Holiday Unscripted by Natasha Madison (Oct 24)
Elizabeth and her brother’s best friend Nate haven’t seen each other in seven years, and now they’re forced to spend Christmas under the same roof. Old sparks ignite in this enemies-to-lovers, second-chance holiday romance with plenty of festive tension and swoon.
New Festive Holiday Romances
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year by Beth Moran (Aug 6)
If you love found family, quiet heroes, and snow-dusted fresh starts, this one fits the vibe. Mary’s been running from her past and ends up giving birth during a blizzard, where Beckett — the world’s calmest taxi driver — steps in. As she settles into a tight-knit community and slowly lets him in, the holiday season becomes less about survival and more about belonging.
Last Stop on the Winter Wonderland Express by Rebecca Raisin (Aug 13)
Honeymooning solo on a luxury Christmas train sounds chaotic, but Aubrey turns it into a full romcom moment. Between European Christmas markets, igloo stays, and an “Unlucky in Love Travel Club” of fellow singles, she crosses paths with Jasper — a broody travel journalist who makes the trip feel less like a disaster and more like a reset. Total holiday escapism.
He Knows When You’re Awake by Alta Hensley (Sep 16)
This one’s for fans of dark, billionaire romance with a Christmas twist. Jewelry designer Sloane gets a mysterious lifeline from reclusive billionaire Cole, but the closer she moves to him, the blurrier the line between business and desire becomes. Set against snowy Manhattan and a luxurious Swiss resort, it’s all tension, attraction, and high-stakes holiday drama — with a side of suspense to keep the pages turning.
Romance and Peppermint Lattes by Debbie Macomber (Oct 7)
Two charming holiday stories in one! Maryanne proves she can stand on her own while navigating neighborly sparks with a gruff journalist. Meanwhile, Caitlin and childhood “husband” Joseph discover that playful pranks can lead to real romance. Full of laughter, small-town charm, and festive chemistry, these stories are perfect for cozy winter reading.
A Ferry Merry Christmas by Debbie Macomber (Oct 21)
A delayed ferry turns into a holiday miracle when Avery and Reed—and a few stranded strangers—find love and unexpected connections on Puget Sound. Heartwarming, cozy, and full of Christmas magic, this story proves that sometimes the best moments happen when plans go awry.
Merrily Ever After by Catherine Walsh (Nov 3)
Four short stories, four Christmas wishes, and all the festive chaos of love and family. From surprise confessions to heartwarming reunions, this collection delivers charm, warmth, and happily-ever-afters for the holiday season.