
Holiday romance season is here, and what better way to celebrate love than by adding some beautiful diversity to your bookshelf? With these 10 upcoming holiday 2024 queer romance books, there’s a perfect blend of cozy, festive magic and inclusive love stories to keep your TBR pile happy and add some sparkle to your winter reading.
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10 Holiday 2024 Queer Romance Books
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Make My Wish Come True by Alyson Derrick and Rachael Lippincott
Arden, a Hollywood star, returns home to fake a romance with her former best friend Caroline for twelve holiday dates. But what starts as a publicity stunt turns into old feelings resurfacing—and maybe something more. A fun, sapphic rom-com full of holiday cheer, fake dating, and second chances.
Make the Season Bright by Ashley Herring Blake
Charlotte and her ex, Brighton, are forced to spend Christmas together when they end up at the same house. Amid festive activities, old feelings and memories resurface, making it hard to ignore the past. Will holiday magic bring these exes back together, or keep them apart? A cozy second-chance romance.
I’ll Get Back to You by Becca Grischow
Murphy and Ellie hatch a plan: fake-date through a holiday weekend to solve their separate problems. But pretending isn’t so easy when real sparks fly. A cozy queer holiday romance about finding love—and yourself—in unexpected places, featuring two former classmates who can’t quite keep it strictly fake.
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The Merriest Misters by Timothy Janovsky
Married less than a year, Patrick and Quinn’s romance faces struggles—until Patrick accidentally knocks out Santa. Now tasked with saving Christmas, they must become Santa Claus and the “Merriest Mister.” With their marriage and the holiday on the line, they’re in for a year of festive chaos, love, and second chances.
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Look Up, Handsome by Jack Strange
Quinn is determined to save his beloved bookshop, but when brooding author Noah gets stranded in town, distraction turns into undeniable chemistry. Can the festive magic of a small town and a grumpy x sunshine dynamic bring them together and save the shop? A cozy seasonal romcom with heartwarming vibes.
Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark
The Belvedere siblings gather at their mother Babs’ Catskills manor to escape their messy love lives. Liz’s crush, Birdie’s comedy woes, and Rafi’s failed proposal promise a drama-free holiday. But the festive magic has other plans. A queer holiday romcom celebrating love, family, and second chances. Perfect for fans of Emily Henry.
Deck the Palms by Annabeth Albert
Two middle school teachers—one a grumpy city slicker, the other a laid-back single dad—find themselves navigating love and family dynamics in a cozy holiday romance under Hawaiian sunshine. Low angst, lots of holiday charm, and a happy ending guaranteed. Perfect for fans of opposites attract romances.
Christmas Beau by Amy Aislin
Retired hockey player Hank’s life is a mess until he meets Scott, an adorably awkward single dad. Doggy play dates turn into real dates, but can Hank overcome his past and be Scott’s Christmas beau? A sweet M/M romance perfect for fans of cozy holiday love stories.
The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sarah Raasch
Prince Coal Claus is tired of Christmas PR, and a hot make-out with Halloween’s Prince Hex seems like a good escape—until Coal’s ordered into a marriage of convenience with the Easter Princess. Now, it’s a fake competition, undeniable chemistry, and a chaotic, heartfelt holiday romance that’s delightfully unforgettable.
Under the Mistletoe with You by Lizzie Huxley-Jones
Christopher’s Christmas break takes an unexpected turn when his flat’s renter, celebrity actor Nash Nadeau, turns out to be rude—and his secret crush. Snowed in together, their frosty tension starts to thaw, leading to a holiday that may just warm both their hearts. A cozy, slow-burn romance.
I hope you found some amazing reads to add to your TBR this holiday season! Let me know in the comments which of these holiday 2024 queer romance books you’re most excited about, or if you have other favorites on your radar. And if you’re looking for even more holiday magic, check out the other holiday romance blog posts below—there’s no such thing as too much love during the holidays!
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