The only thing better than a cozy holiday romance is adding a little hockey magic to the mix! This list of holiday hockey romance books is here to bring all the festive cheer, plus a bit of ice-rink heat to keep you warm this season. From mistletoe kisses with star players to snowy getaways that bring unexpected love, these 14 books are perfect for curling up with a hot drink and getting lost in all the holiday feels. Whether it’s a sweet small-town holiday or a surprise Christmas miracle, these stories will have you cheering for love both on and off the ice.
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14 Holiday Hockey Romance Books to Warm Up Your Reading List
Hate Me Under the Mistletoe by Kelly Jamieson
Stuck in a cabin with her longtime enemy, Amy can’t catch a break this Christmas. Ryder, full of holiday cheer, is the last person she wants around—until sparks start to fly. With nowhere to escape thanks to a snowstorm, they might find being naughty is better than nice.
Blame It on the Eggnog by Jami Davenport
Single dad Jacques is a retired hockey star with five kids and no time for romance, while Serenity is an overprotective hockey mom determined to help her daughter succeed. When they clash over the team’s future, sparks fly, but soon they find themselves falling. Maybe it wasn’t just the eggnog…
Knight Before Christmas by Kat Mizera
Retired hockey star Remington Knight plans a quick trip to sell a surprise inheritance—a small-town ice rink—before Christmas. Noelle, struggling to keep her job and life afloat, hopes to change his mind. Sparks fly as they spend time together, but can a holiday miracle keep Remy from skating away for good?
Mistletoe Face Off by Kate O’Keeffe
Holly’s charity assignment becomes a viral sensation after she fake-hates hockey star Harrison, who’s playing Santa. The staged feud sparks real romance, but Holly’s daughter, career, and Harrison’s mysterious past complicate things. As their feelings grow, Harrison must clear his name, become captain, and win Holly’s heart—all before Christmas.
Maybe This Christmas by Jennifer Snow
Asher’s NHL milestone is put on hold after an injury—right over the holidays. His best friend Emma, a physical therapist, is helping him heal, and sparks fly as they spend more time together. But Emma’s feelings go beyond friendship, and she’s hoping for a little Christmas magic to make Asher hers for good.
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Hockey by Jami Davenport
Team captain Austin gets set up on a disastrous blind date with Emory, the same woman who blames him for derailing her hockey dreams. When Emory becomes the team’s new social media admin, tensions fly. A blizzard traps them together at a holiday cabin, and suddenly, their mutual dislike isn’t the only spark between them.
Pucking All the Way by Michelle Hercules
Sunshine’s runaway bride escape takes an unexpected turn when her secluded cabin is double-booked—with none other than broody, infuriating, and insanely hot hockey player Cody Fairchild. Snowed in together, tension flares and attraction heats up, leaving Sunshine with two tempting options: fight him or fall for him… maybe both.
Same Time Next Year by Tessa Bailey
Britta’s no-dating-hockey-players rule crumbles when the team begs her to marry Sumner for a green card. On New Year’s Eve, she’s faced with Sum’s hopeful gaze—and something about those eyes makes her reconsider. A year of a fake marriage could lead to real love… if they’re lucky.
Christmas Cupid by Ilsa Madden-Mills
A grumpy hockey player meets his match in a bratty boot designer in this holiday enemies-to-lovers novella. Stuck together in an isolated cabin during a blizzard, sparks fly amidst the chaos. Will Santa play Cupid and make Christmas magic happen, or is this winter wonderland doomed to stay frosty?
Time to Shine by Rachel Reid
Shy goalie Landon and outgoing star Casey end up roommates when Landon is called up to Calgary’s team. Despite their differences, Casey’s warmth draws Landon in, and a friendship quickly becomes something more. As their connection deepens over the holidays, can they make it last beyond Landon’s temporary stay?
Rebel Holidays by Kate Meader
Three holiday romances with the Chicago Rebels: Holly Jolly Rebel: Theo and Elle’s growing family share festive surprises in this new holiday short. Instacrush: Theo discovers his seemingly hostile neighbor might actually be into him on Christmas Eve. Rebel Yule: Erik, the team’s goalie, wants to know why Casey avoids him—and he’s ready to change that at the holiday party.
The Hockey Grump Saves Christmas by Nicky Redford
Gabe Woods wants a quiet Christmas, but chaos arrives in the form of his new neighbor in a bunny suit—and a lot of holiday cheer. When a fire leaves her drama kids without a theater, only Gabe can help restage the play on ice. Sparks fly, and maybe even Grinch hearts can thaw…
The Goalie Who Stole Christmas by Cali Melle
Asher needs a fake girlfriend for his brother’s wedding, and who better than his best friend, Sydney? Spending Christmas with his family is no big deal—until shared beds and close quarters make pretend feelings feel very real. Maybe this fake romance could be the real deal.
Smoky Mountain Hockey Holiday by Toni Aleo
A cozy Smoky Mountain chalet hosts four loving families, where holiday cheer mixes with a bit of drama. Elli Adler plans to spoil her loved ones, but for one person, this Christmas might just end up unforgettable for all the wrong reasons. Holiday joy and surprises await in this heartfelt story.
I hope this list of holiday hockey romance books brings a little extra magic to your reading season! Let me know in the comments which of these books you’re most excited to read this holiday, or if there are others I should add to the list.
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