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The Ultimate Quick (Last Minute) Gift Guide for the Romance Reader in Your Life!
Expert gifting ideas for romance lovers! Find the perfect last-minute presents: Kindles, cozy essentials, and a great book!
evemrileyauthor
Dec 19, 20252 min read


THE FIRST KISS IN THE REFUSAL ...
Behind the first kiss in The Refusal is a turning point for Janus and Jo. He holds back, giving her space, but when she leans in, everything changes. Writing from his POV let me show his vulnerability, her choice, and the spark that shifts their relationship from hesitation to desire.
evemrileyauthor
Sep 16, 20256 min read


Five (More) Romance Novels with the Best Sex Scenes of All Time
Discover five romance novels with the best sex scenes—steamy, emotional, and unforgettable moments that turn up the heat and deepen the love story.
evemrileyauthor
Aug 15, 20252 min read


Romance Release Radar: August 2025
Discover August’s must-read romance releases—from dark mafia obsession to charming fake dating schemes, historical heat, and everything in between.
evemrileyauthor
Jul 25, 20254 min read


Romance Release Radar: June 2025
June's romance book releases are bringing the heat! From queer joy and fake dating to second chances and slow burns, this list has it all. Plus, if you can’t wait, why not dive into the Techboys Series while you’re at it?
evemrileyauthor
May 23, 20253 min read


Romance Release Radar: May 2025
May's romance book releases are bringing the heat! From queer joy and fake dating to second chances and slow burns, this list has it all. Plus, if you can’t wait, why not dive into the Techboys Series while you’re at it?
evemrileyauthor
Apr 25, 20253 min read


5 Hidden Gem Romance books You Haven’t Heard Of (But Absolutely Should)
Discover hidden gem romance novels that deserve more love! Swoon-worthy reads, slow burns, & spicy moments await. Read more now!
evemrileyauthor
Apr 9, 20253 min read


3 MM Romance Must-Reads: Heated Rivalry and More
Discover the top 3 MM Romance must-reads that sizzle with passion and heart. Dive into MM Romance with "Heated Rivalry" and more today!
evemrileyauthor
Aug 29, 20233 min read


A SPECIAL SEX SCENE JUST FOR YOU
The Outcast has won a Silver IPPY award for erotic romance, and I couldn't be more excited! I love all the heat and steam in this book....
evemrileyauthor
Jun 30, 20234 min read


THE TOP 6 THINGS READERS HATE IN BOOKS
The Outcast has been doing better in the book awards than I anticipated, having been shortlisted for six awards to date. And I'm...
evemrileyauthor
Apr 18, 20233 min read


5 MUST-READ MM ROMANCE NOVELS
The male-male (MM) romance genre has exploded in recent years, offering us all an amazing range of stories that explore love, passion, and relationships between two men. I stumbled into MM romance almost by mistake, finding and then loving Christina Lauren's Autoboygraphy, and I've never looked back. Whether you're a seasoned fan or just starting to explore, here are five MM romance books that you won't want to miss. The Books I Picked and Why Less by Andrew Sean Greer Less
evemrileyauthor
Feb 17, 20236 min read


5 Thrilling Historical Romance Books
Dive into my top 5 historical romance picks! From muskets to outlaws, these epic tales of past societal rules will transport you. Read more here.
evemrileyauthor
Jan 20, 20235 min read


NOT YOUR TYPICAL ROMANCE BOOK HERO
Discover a new kind of romance hero in The Refusal. Join Jo and Janus for a smart, tech-driven love story that breaks tropes and defies expectations.
evemrileyauthor
Jan 5, 20233 min read
A CRAZY BOOK LAUNCH DAY
Go behind the scenes of a chaotic indie book launch. From gym mishaps to viral cakes, see how to create noise and drive traffic for your new release.
evemrileyauthor
Dec 7, 20222 min read


DO MEN EVER ENJOY READING ROMANCE NOVELS?
I've had some lovely feedback on The Refusal from men. And I guess it surprised me, it shouldn't have done, but sometimes it's difficult...
evemrileyauthor
Oct 7, 20224 min read


A BOOK AWARD WITH NO ROMANCE CATEGORY
Gemini said
Delighted that The Refusal earned an honorable mention in General Fiction at this prestigious London book award! A huge win for romance. See the full list of winners here.
evemrileyauthor
Sep 29, 20222 min read
ICE CREAMS, WET SHORTS, AND HALF-NAKED BODIES...
Half naked men? Yes please. From its humble beginnings, The Australian Firefighters Calendar was established in 1993 to support the Children's Hospital Foundation, providing funds for research into childhood burns.
evemrileyauthor
Sep 2, 20221 min read
HE WAS DISILLUSIONED TOO - THE WISHING SHELF AWARDS
The Wishing Shelf Awards review The Refusal. A sexy, contemporary romance with a fierce heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants.
evemrileyauthor
Aug 18, 20221 min read


5 ROMANCE NOVELS WITH THE BEST SEX SCENES OF ALL TIME
What makes a good sex scene for you? Long and drawn out or fast and furious? Perhaps the interesting use of accoutrements (honey, rope, water ....) is your jam. And that’s before we get onto angry sex, makeup sex, unexpected sex, or sex with the fear of discovery. I’ve loved steamy romance novels for as long as I can remember, and I have high expectations of that scene where they finally fall into each other's arms. I’m a fan of something unusual: Not tacky or totally unreal
evemrileyauthor
Jun 29, 20224 min read


WINNING THE LOS ANGELES BOOK FESTIVAL AWARD
Los Angeles. Hmmm . . . movie industry, bright lights, famous actors, wannabes and scriptwriters . . . There's something about LA that made this award particularly special. And c'mon , no author writes a book without thinking about how it might look as a movie and who might play those parts: Especially romance (Ryan Gosling? Please, pretty please). Suffice to say, winning the Los Angeles book award felt a bit like an Olympic gold medal. The book was judged by a panel of publ
evemrileyauthor
Jun 22, 20222 min read
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