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5 Books to Read If You Love These Movies
Discover your next favorite story with my guide to 5 books to read if you love classic movies like When Harry Met Sally and Knives Out. I'm breaking down the perfect book-to-screen pairings to help you bring that cinematic magic straight to your nightstand.
evemrileyauthor
Feb 203 min read


Goodreads Choice Awards Romance Books of 2025
Discover the top romance nominees from the Goodreads Awards 2025 with this friendly breakdown of standout titles, complete with short summaries to help you choose your next great read. Perfect for readers looking for emotional, uplifting, and unforgettable love stories.
evemrileyauthor
Dec 5, 20254 min read


If Your Favorite Thanksgiving Dish Were a Romance Trope
Ever wondered which romance trope matches your favorite Thanksgiving dish? Discover cozy fall pairings of comfort food and comfort reads perfect for the season.
evemrileyauthor
Nov 14, 20253 min read


10 Paranormal Romance Books You’ll Fall for in Any Realm
Ever wondered where fantasy and love collide? Discover 10 must-read paranormal romance books filled with vampires, witches, and shapeshifters in this cozy guide to the most addictive supernatural love stories.
evemrileyauthor
Nov 7, 20253 min read


Romance release radar: November 2025
November releases bring cozy holiday rom-coms, sizzling sports romance, and heart-melting love stories perfect for every romance reader.
evemrileyauthor
Oct 31, 20253 min read


Enemies to Lovers Romance: Why Readers Love This Iconic Trope
Why do we adore enemies to lovers romances? Dive into the tension, banter, and emotional magic behind this timeless trope.
evemrileyauthor
Oct 24, 20253 min read


6 OF THE BEST BOOK-TO-MOVIE AND TV ADAPTATIONS COMING IN 2026
Discover the best 2026 book-to-screen adaptations, from Hamnet to Verity, Bridgerton, and more. Stories we love, reimagined for the screen.
evemrileyauthor
Oct 3, 20254 min read


How to Organize Your TBR (To-Be-Read) List Like a Pro
Is your TBR out of control? Here’s how to organize your to-be-read list like a pro and make space for the books (and book boyfriends) you love.
evemrileyauthor
Jul 18, 20253 min read


Why We Can’t Resist A Bad Boy
Why can’t we resist the broody, reckless bad boy? From tragic backstories to smirks that melt us, here’s why this romance trope has us hooked.
evemrileyauthor
Jul 11, 20252 min read


Why Everyone Is Obsessed with Romantasy Right Now (and Honestly, Same)
Discover why romantasy is taking over bookshelves everywhere. Magic, slow burns, morally gray love interests, and emotional chaos — we’re obsessed.
evemrileyauthor
Jun 13, 20253 min read


What is a trope?
Confused about book tropes? Learn what they are, how they differ from genres, and why romance readers love them. Plus, get ready for future posts featuring top book recommendations by trope!
evemrileyauthor
May 30, 20252 min read
Some Facts about me
Find out more about me, the author behind The Refusal. A sexy, contemporary romance with a fierce heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants.
evemrileyauthor
May 30, 20212 min read
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