Romantic comedies have long been cherished for their ability to bring smiles, giggles, and warm fuzzies to our hearts. And while we adore watching rom-com movies, there’s something uniquely magical about diving into a rom-com book. In this article, we present a delightful collection of side-splitting rom-com books that will have you swooning, laughing out loud, and falling in love with love all over again.
“The Hating Game” by Sally Thorne
This enemies-to-lovers tale revolves around Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman, two coworkers engaged in an escalating game of one-upmanship. With witty banter and hilarious situations, this book will keep you hooked from start to finish.
“The Rosie Project” by Graeme Simsion
Meet Don Tillman, an eccentric professor on a mission to find the perfect partner. As he navigates the complexities of love and relationships, readers are treated to a heartwarming and hilarious story.
“The Wedding Date” by Jasmine Guillory
When Alexa Monroe agrees to be Drew Nichols’ fake girlfriend for a weekend wedding, sparks fly unexpectedly. This diverse and laugh-out-loud rom-com explores themes of unexpected connections and the power of love.
“Bet Me” by Jennifer Crusie
In this witty and charming tale, Minerva Dobbs finds herself embroiled in a bet-turned-romance with the devilishly handsome Calvin Morrissey. Packed with hilarious misunderstandings and sizzling chemistry, it’s a page-turner.
“Attachments” by Rainbow Rowell
Set in the late 1990s, this heartwarming and laugh-inducing novel follows Lincoln, an IT guy who becomes enamored with two women’s email exchanges. A delightful exploration of love, friendship, and the digital age.
“The Unhoneymooners” by Christina Lauren
Olive and Ethan can’t stand each other, yet circumstances force them to share a honeymoon suite together. This enemies-to-lovers rom-com is filled with laugh-out-loud moments, sizzling chemistry, and unexpected twists.
“Can You Keep a Secret?” by Sophie Kinsella
Emma Corrigan spills all her secrets to a stranger on a turbulent plane ride, only to find out he’s her company’s CEO. This hilarious and heartwarming tale will make you burst out laughing and root for Emma’s happy ending.
“Bridget Jones’s Diary” by Helen Fielding
Bridget Jones, a quirky thirty-something single woman, navigates her way through disastrous dates, career challenges, and calorie counting. This iconic diary-style novel is an absolute riot.
“Evvie Drake Starts Over” by Linda Holmes
Evvie Drake, a young widow, rents out an apartment to a former baseball player trying to rebuild his career. As their friendship blossoms, readers are treated to a heartwarming and laugh-out-loud love story.
“The Kiss Quotient” by Helen Hoang
Stella Lane, an econometrician with Asperger’s, hires a male escort to help her navigate relationships. This hilarious and steamy rom-com challenges societal norms while exploring the transformative power of love.
“You Deserve Each Other” by Sarah Hogle
Naomi and Nicholas seem like the perfect couple, but beneath the surface, they’re locked in a battle of pranks and resentment. This enemies-to-lovers rom-com is filled with laugh-out-loud moments and a charming love story.
“The Flatshare” by Beth O’Leary
Tiffy and Leon share a flat but have never met. As they communicate through post-it notes, a delightful and hilarious love story unfolds, capturing readers’ hearts with its unique premise and lovable characters.
“The Proposal” by Jasmine Guillory
When Nikole Paterson’s casual fling proposes to her on a Jumbotron, she finds herself in an unexpected situation. This diverse and laugh-out-loud rom-com explores the power of friendship, self-discovery, and true love.
“My Favorite Half-Night Stand” by Christina Lauren
In this laugh-out-loud rom-com, Millie Morris and her group of friends decide to find dates for an upcoming event through an online dating site. But what happens when Millie matches with her best friend and secret crush, Reid?