It can be tricky to find that perfect, sweet romance book you’re looking for. That’s why we’ve gathered 20 of the very best romance authors similar to Beth Moran that will make you fall in love.
Carmen Reid is the author of over 40 sweet and funny romance novels. Some of her most popular stories include The Personal ShopperandThree in a Bed.
The Personal Shopper follows Annie Valentine, a personal shopper who is very good at re-styling her clients and dressing them exceptionally. Annie is a single mom who is pretty content with life, but she is interested in finding a man who she can settle down with. This book follows her journey as she lives life and hopes that she’ll find the one.
The Undomestic Goddess is about Samantha Sweeting, a woman who has made a giant mistake at work that will destroy any chance of getting a partnership. When Samantha gets lost and has to ask for directions at a mansion, she is mistaken more an interviewee and gets hired as a housekeeper. Samantha has no idea how to do almost any housekeeping tasks, but she decides to carry on and learn. This is a story of laughter, fun, and finding love in the unexpected.
Living Your Best Life is about Bee, a woman who seemingly has a good life. She has a good job, a group of friends, and a place to live, but she still feels somewhat alone. One day, her best friend Luca decides that he is on a quest to find ‘The One’, so he and Bee set out on a journey of online dating. Bee is almost ready to give up, but Luca has been getting so many matches that she’s determined to keep trying to find her perfect partner.
Debbie Howells is a Sunday Times bestselling author with 13 novels written. She is best known for writing women’s fiction, but also has some thriller elements to her books. Some of her most popular are The Bones of You, The Life You Left Behind, and The Vow.
The Life You Left Behind is about Casey and Ben, two people who met by chance and seemed to be fated for each other. But 1 year later, Ben leaves Casey and her heart is shattered. We hear the story of what once was as well as how Casey is grieving the relationship when it ends. This book is emotional and deals with love and loss.
Graeme Simsion writes fictional books that have romantic undertones. Some of his most popular works include The Rosie Project and Two Steps Forward.
The Rosie Project is about Don Tillman, a professor of genetics who has always had a hard time with dating. He’s convinced that he just isn’t made for romance, but when he starts thinking about the probability that someone is out there for him, Don decides to start a project: The Wife Project. He is looking for someone intelligent and punctual that will make the perfect wife for him on paper.
When Rosie, a woman who is looking for her biological father, enlists the help of Don, his Wife Project isn’t a top priority. And though Rosie isn’t anything that Don is looking for on paper, he can’t help but notice that love might not be completely based on what you think is right for you.
One Greek Summer follows Harlow Sands, a woman who is working on a movie on a Greek Island. While she should be ecstatic, Harlow is feeling nervous over the direction of her life and smothered by high expectations. On top of that, she has to work with Tyler Reed, a man who she shares a complicated past with. But Harlow isn’t one to give up, and sometimes things happen when you least expect them.
Honeymoon For One is about Lila Rose, who finds out her fiancé has been cheating on her and decides to take a much deserved honeymoon by herself. But when her ex-fiancé shows up with his new love interest, Lila decides to start a fake romance with Freddie Bianchi, a hot movie star who happens to be at the resort. But soon fiction starts blending with reality, and love is in the air.
You can read all of Portia MacIntosh’s novels here.
This Time Next Year is about Quinn and Minnie, two strangers who were born 1 minute apart in the same hospital on New Year’s Eve. This book takes us through their lives before they find each other again, and when the two end up in the same hospital 30 years after they were born, they wonder if fate is trying to bring them together.
The First Bad Man is a heartbreaking and funny story about a strange woman who has intense feelings. It features queer characters and is an unforgettable story about love, loss, and longing.
A Summer of New Beginnings is about Zara, a travel writer who gets paid to visit amazing, posh locations. When she gets assigned to bike Scotland’s Northcoast 500 route and sleep in a tent, it’s safe to say she is shocked. She is expecting to have a calm and beautiful time with no distractions but plans change when she meets Lachlan, a croft owner who she begins to fall for.
Under One Roof is about 3 women: Faye, Robin, and Amber. When Robin’s mom Faye has a fall, Robin goes to stay with her despite never expecting to be back in that house. Their relationship is tense until Robin’s daughter Amber comes to visit to try and smooth things over. All of them are trying to coexist, and when they find an old scavenger hunt from Robin’s dad, they decide to solve the mystery that may change everything.
This story doesn’t necessarily feature romance, but it is about love and accepting things and it’s reminiscent of a Beth Moran novel in that way.
Maybe This Christmas does revolve around the holidays, but why not enjoy it at any time of the year? It’s about Beth Brown, who loses her job and her boyfriend at practically the same time. Beth starts working for Rocco di Castri, a chef who lives in the English countryside, and he is always moody and rude. But as Beth starts to settle into the enchanting home and sees a nicer side to her boss, she wonders what might happen as the Christmas season approaches.
One Last Day of Summer is about four passengers on a plane who meet for the first time. Bernadette has escaped her controlling husband and is treating herself to a vacation. Tadgh is flying to his wedding but gets a surprising text that makes him wonder if his wife is up to something suspicious. Hayley has been trying to get pregnant for so long that her marriage seems to be falling apart. Dev is trying to find a woman who he fell in love with the moment he met her.
On a plane with so many questions and mysteries, we hear all of these people’s stories and find out if they will really get the happily-ever-afters they are looking for.
Casey McQuiston is the bestselling author of 4 romance books, all of which are very highly praised. Her books are funny, sweet, and exciting, and her most popular stories are Red, White, & Royal Blueand I Kissed Shara Wheeler. Both of these books are very romantic and feature queer relationships.
You can read all of Casey McQuiston’s novels here.
David Nicholls
David Nicholls writes novels that are romantic, humorous, and a bit angsty. They feature friends-to-lovers tropes and might make you a bit emotional, so have the tissues handy. Some of his most popular stories are One Day, Us, and Sweet Sorrow.
Please Don’t Stop The Music is about Jemima, a woman with a secretive past who thinks her jewelry business is going to fail until Ben comes along and helps her out. Ben also has secrets, and as the two of them grow closer, their dark pasts threaten to be exposed.
Penny Reid is a USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times bestselling author. Her books are funny, angsty, and sweet, and they have many loveable characters that you won’t be able to forget. Some of her most popular stories are Neanderthal Seeks Human, Truth or Beard, and Homecoming King.
Mandy Baggot is an international bestselling author with a long list of romance novels published. Some of her most popular stories are One Wish in Manhattanand Knowing Me Knowing You.
Knowing Me Knowing You is about Kate, a struggling single mother who has a male escort named Joel accompany her to a dinner. Before she knows what hit her, Kate is in the middle of a relationship contest with a grand prize of 100,000 pounds. Now Kate is juggling the contest on top of everything else in her life, putting her trust in Joel to help her win.
At this point in time, Beth Moran is the author of 10 novels.
Is Beth Moran writing any new books?
There aren’t any confirmations of new Beth Moran books at this time. However, she just came out with a new book, Because You Loved Me, and she doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon. So although nothing is confirmed, we can assume that a new Beth Moran book is somewhere on the horizon.
Freya grew up in Portland Oregon and still resides there now. She has been reading for as long as she can remember, and loves that books allow you to escape into someone else’s reality for a little while. When she is not writing or reading she enjoys playing piano, baking, and going outside.
