30 Winter Romance Books That Will Melt Your Heart This Season

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If it isn’t obvious by now from my blog, I’m totally obsessed with putting together lists. 

Honestly, it’s so satisfying to collect all the best picks in one place and this list was no exception. 

I had such a blast putting together my favorite winter romance books for you.

These books are seriously the coziest, most amazing reads to curl up with during the chilly months. 

Doesn’t matter whether you’re looking for a heartwarming story or a sweet escape.

These winter romance novels have got you covered. 

You really need to read these this winter, because they’ll make the cold days feel a whole lot warmer.

Same Time Next Year by Tessa Bailey

If you love fake marriage romance books with a wintery twist, this steamy novella is for you.

On New Year’s Eve, Britta agrees to a spontaneous wedding with hockey player Sumner, who needs a green card. 

Their year-long marriage is meant to help him stay in the U.S., but it quickly turns into something more. 

I loved the hope and humor in this short winter romance story, and Britta’s soft spot for Sumner made my heart melt. 

If you’re looking for winter love stories with hockey players and fake relationship tropes, this one’s a gem. 

It’s sweet, sexy, and full of snowflakes and swoon. Plus, Sumner’s brown eyes? Total heart-throb. 

I really felt how much they longed for each other under all that fake dating fluff. Definitely one of my favorite cozy winter romance novellas this year. 

Wreck My Plans by Jillian Meadows

This small-town holiday romance had me hooked from page one. 

Lena returns to Juniper for Christmas, trying to keep her job loss a secret, but she doesn’t expect to find Gavin, her brother’s best friend (and her crush), back in town. 

It’s full of sweet longing and emotional moments, with just the right touch of spice. 

Honestly, this book gave me all the cozy holiday romance book vibes. 

I felt every bit of Lena’s struggle and the soft tension between her and Gavin. 

Winter love stories with brother’s best friend tropes always get me, and this one totally delivered. 

If you like emotional Christmas romance books that still manage to feel fun and hopeful, you’ll really enjoy this one. 

Their chemistry was just so satisfying, and I loved how they slowly opened up to each other under the twinkling lights.

On the Slopes of Tahoe by J.A. Forde

If you’re looking for heartfelt winter vacation romance books, this one is a warm hug on a snowy day. 

Breck is healing after betrayal, and Rory is figuring out her own dreams. 

When they meet in snowy Lake Tahoe, what begins as helping each other turns into something real. 

I really loved how gentle and honest this story felt. The found-family theme really hit me hard, especially with Breck’s daughter being part of the journey. 

I’m a sucker for winter romance books with kids involved, and this one made my heart swell. 

The snowy mountain setting made everything feel magical and full of possibility. 

So, if you want a romantic ski lodge love story with depth and healing, this is the one to curl up with.

Five Tuesdays in Winter by Lily King

This isn’t your typical winter romance book. It’s the most stunning short story collection about love in its many forms. 

From a shy bookseller in love to a teenage boy finally finding care, every story brought me some form of warmth. Some were sad, some hopeful, but all deeply human. 

If you’re into thoughtful, literary winter romance short stories, this book will stick with you.

I honestly felt a bit transformed after reading it, because it’s the kind of winter love collection that lingers in your heart. 

It’s romantic, but also raw, and I love that it doesn’t shy away from deeper emotions. Perfect for slow winter nights and soft thinking.

Holiday Hostilities by Katie Bailey

Enemies-to-lovers with snow, snark, and so much charm. This holiday hockey rom-com had me giggling and grinning the whole time. 

Olivia has always loathed Aaron, her brother’s best friend, but when she needs a place to stay during the holidays, guess who offers his home? 

Their banter is everything, and even though this is a closed-door romance, the tension is sizzling.

I loved watching their enemies-turned-lovers journey unfold, especially with all the Christmas party chaos. 

If you’re into funny holiday romance books with slow-burn vibes and plenty of festive moments, this is such a good pick. 

Honestly, Olivia and Aaron’s chemistry had me kicking my feet and I love how the winter setting made everything feel even more intense. 

Definitely one of my favorite lighthearted snowbound romance books this season.

Snowed Under by Juliana Smith

This opposites-attract winter romance is both heartwarming and full of laugh-out-loud moments. 

Madeline is exhausted from life and taking care of her late brother’s kids. Cooper, a charming ski instructor with a chaotic past, needs a fake family for a magazine interview. 

So they agree to pretend, but it doesn’t stay pretend for long. Their fake chemistry? It felt totally real. 

I loved how their story showed that healing can happen in unexpected ways even through a fake relationship at a snowy ski lodge. 

This is one of my favorite cozy snowed-in romance books with found family elements. 

The love was gentle, the kids were adorable, and the ending left me smiling like crazy. 

If you enjoy winter romance books with depth, charm, and a sprinkle of chaos, this one’s so worth curling up with.

The Valentine’s Bet by Kristine W. Joy

Grumpy-sunshine romance during a cold New York winter? Yes, please.

This book was such a joy. 

Hopeful romantic Eliza bets Parker, a total love cynic, that she’ll find a boyfriend by Valentine’s Day. 

But every awful date brings her closer to Parker, who starts to show a softer side underneath all that grump. I couldn’t stop smiling.

I love winter romance books with enemies-to-friends-to-lovers and this one does it so well. The slow shift in their relationship was adorable and heart-fluttery. 

The bet trope is always fun, but this one had so much warmth and emotion behind it. 

And even though it’s set during Valentine’s, it’s still a perfect winter love story full of city lights, chilly walks, and emotional closeness. 

If you’re looking for a swoony, closed-door winter romance with lots of heart, this is it.

While It Was Snowing by Julia London

Amy wants a quiet retreat to paint, but she ends up sharing her holiday rental with injured pro golfer Harrison. 

Their clashing plans slowly turn into heartfelt connection, helped along by snowstorms, nutcrackers, and a blind dog.

I loved how mature and tender this winter romance felt. Amy’s struggles felt real, and Harrison’s vulnerability added so much depth. 

It’s one of those winter holiday romance books that feels like a Hallmark movie, but with more heart and honesty. 

The setting was so festive and cozy that I could picture the fire crackling and snow falling. 

If you want a romantic snowbound book with second chances and family dynamics, this one will warm your heart like a mug of cocoa. 

I’d read it again just for the slow-burn alone.

Cruel Winter with You by Ali Hazelwood

This second-chance winter romance short story had me swooning in record time. 

Jamie just wants to borrow a pan. Instead, she gets snowed in with Marc–the man she never truly got over. 

Childhood friends turned distant, their reunion in a cozy cabin during a blizzard is packed with tension, old feelings, and sparkly winter magic. 

I loved how Ali Hazelwood captured so much in just a few pages. It felt like one of those romantic snowstorm books you can’t put down. 

The crackling fire, the cozy close quarters, and the mix of hurt and longing made everything I love in snowy winter love stories.

If you want something quick, steamy (but not explicit), and filled with heart, this one’s such a treat. 

I finished it smiling and wishing for more time with them. It’s perfect for a winter night in.

A Guide to Fake Dating Your Enemy by Nikki Bright

This book is pure joy. It’s a small-town winter romance with fake dating, family feuds, and hilarious banter. 

When lifelong rivals Harper and Samuel pretend to date to help unite their warring families, neither expects the sparks to feel so real. 

I laughed out loud so many times and melted at all their fake kisses that definitely didn’t feel fake. 

Honestly, this one made me so happy. It’s one of the most fun winter enemies-to-lovers romance books I’ve read lately. 

Harper’s sass and Samuel’s charm are the perfect combo, and the holiday setting adds even more magic. 

If you love cozy holiday romance books with small-town charm and swoony chemistry, don’t skip this one. 

I couldn’t stop rooting for them and I didn’t want their fake love to end either. It was so funny, flirty, and full of heart.

There you have it – the best winter romance books to keep you cozy and entertained all season long. 

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