April 2026

Haere mai and welcome to our Saga & Romance newsletter.

You are looking for love in the right place. Find the latest titles that aim to capture your heart.

Romance reading guide gets fresh

Our Reader Advisory Librarians have freshened up the Romance reading guide. There are lists of New and Trending titles, Essential reads, New Zealand books, Hidden gems and more - all with handy "Read if you like" tips so you'll easily find the book to suit you.

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Romance reading guide

Like your Romance fiction modern or historical, rural or fantastical, restrained or raunchy? Our guide can help you find 'The One'.

Staff List

Romance - New & Trending

These new and trending titles are shaping what’s hot in romance right now, with fresh voices, bold storytelling, and irresistible chemistry.

Staff List

Romance - Hidden Gems

Unearth the romance reads flying under the radar, these hidden gems deliver big heart and beautiful storytelling waiting to be discovered.

Romance Reading Guide

Staff List

New For You - Romantasy & Fantasy - April 2026

Discover enchanting fantasy worlds, full of whimsical magic, captivating tales, and tantalizing will-they-won't-they romances.

Romantasy & Fantasy

Popular picks

Never spar with a viscount by Lindsay Lovise

When a brooding Viscount fake-courts a fiercely independent governess-spy sparks begin to fly-perfect for fans of Bridgerton.

In her own league by Liz Tomforde

As the first female team owner in Major League Baseball, Reese is under constant scrutiny and pressure to prove herself. So she can't afford distractions especially one that comes in the form of the team's field manager who questions her every decision.

Coming up

Falling for the Protagonist by Bex Goos

A refreshing romcom with an alternate reality twist!

The Long Haul by Hannah Doyle

Groundhog day but romcom set on a long haul flight with an ex and a spicy work rival.

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Saga

"All Change at Harbour House" by Miller, Fenella-Jane

"Betsy's War" by Morton, Elizabeth, 1961-

"Bug Hollow" by Huneven, Michelle, 1953-

"A Calamity of Noble Houses" by Ghenim, Amira

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