Coffee Shop Romance Books to Love a Latte

The Hot Honey Hideaway

Author: Harper Graham

Year: 2026

Genre: Romance

More info: Maple Falls #4

Spice Rating:💋💋💋💋💋

Age Range: 18+

Plot

Harper Graham is back with the fourth book in her seasonal series of small-town romances. This time, we are in the summer with Krista, local bartender and owner of the hot honey hideaway, the sweetest lakeside cafe in Maple Falls. When photographer Joe comes to town for a magazine shoot, sparks instantly fly. But with Krista dealing with some family struggles, is now the time for romance?

Why Kirsten likes it

I love a small-town romance series, especially when the friends in the series are so integrated that we get to see how they are doing in later books. Krista and Joe’s insta-love felt a little too fast for me, but I did love their chemistry. The audiobook narrators were also excellent; they really brought the story to life. Gifted by Bookouture.

Find this book in: Lake Books / Coffee Shop Romance Books / Harper Graham Books in Order: Guide to the Maple Falls Series

Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe

Author: Heather Webber

Year: 2019

Genre: Magical Realism

Age Range: 16

Plot

Anna Kate has returned to her hometown to bury her beloved grandmother. It is supposed to be a quick trip to close her grandmother’s cafe but, Anna Kate finds herself drawn to the town.

The longer Anna Kate stays, the more she finds out about her family, and the pull to fulfill a promise starts to compete directly with the pull of her heart.

Why Jackie loves it

This pick from novels about food was an unexpected surprise. It has a little element of magic, as well as a fairy tale, feel.

Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe

Author: Fannie Flag

Year: 2005

Genre: Historical Fiction

More info: New York Times Bestseller
Adapted to a film of the same name in 1991 starring Kathy Bates

Spice Rating:💋

Age Range: 16+

Plot

Fried Green Tomatoes is a book that I read years ago and have loved ever since. It is a novel about two women: middle-aged Evelyn, who is in a life slump, and Mrs. Threadgoode, who’s telling her life story.

Her story includes two more women, tomboy Idgie and her friend Ruth in the 1930s. The women ran The Whistle Stop Cafe in Alabama. As the story unfolds, it brings us back to the present and reveals the power of love, laughter, and most importantly, friendship.

Trigger Warnings

Racism, Domestic abuse

Why Jackie loves it

This book resonated with me because of the power of friendship but also the feeling of no knowing who you are or where your place is. As everyone goes through any changes in life, whether its a new job, growing older, or having a baby, we all at some point see the different paths in front of us. This is one of those books that everyone can relate to and the movie adaptation is fantastic!

Find this book in: Coffee Shop Romance Books / Books About Food / Books With Colors in the Title / Books with Food in the Title

Of Literature and Lattes

Author: Katherine Reay

Year: 2020

Genre: Romance

More info: Winsome #2

Spice Rating:💋

Age Range: 14+

Plot

I wish I could visit the fictional town of Winsome. When Alyssa finds herself back home after becoming involved in an FBI investigation. Jeremy has moved to Winsome to open a coffee shop and be closer to his daughter. Jeremy and Alyssa have an immediate connection, but can they make it work with everything else they both have going on?

Why Jackie loves it

I read The Printed Letter Bookshop last year and I loved it. When I was lucky enough to get an early copy of this book, I jumped at the chance, and the fact that it took place in the same town as The Printed Letter Bookshop was such a great bonus for me.

It Started with a Dog

Author: Julia London

Year: 2021

Genre: Romance

More info: Lucky Dog #2

Spice Rating:💋💋

Age Range: 18+

Plot

Two people accidentally switch phones on the way to their holiday flights. After texting each other over the week they are away, they start dating when they swap their phones back.

But soon they realize they are actually competitors who are each working to save their respective coffee houses in Austin, Texas. Will their love survive the coffee wars?

Why Kirsten loves it

This charming little romance was a great audiobook to break up the heavier story I was reading.

Fall Coffee Shop Romance Books

The Pumpkin Spice Cafe

Author: Laurie Gilmore

Year: 2023

Genre: Romance

More info: Dream Harbor #1

Spice Rating:💋💋💋💋

Age Range: 18+

Plot

Jeanie needs a change of pace, and it comes when her aunt leaves her a small-town cafe to run. Logan is the local farmer who is grumpy, handsome, and a loner, who is beloved by the town and not looking for love. When someone starts sabotaging Jeanie’s store, Logan can’t sit back and watch her struggle. Instead, he helps acclimate her to the town and catches feelings in the process.

Why Kirsten loves it

I had so many Gilmore Girls flashbacks with this one! I swear I was picturing Luke and Lorelai the entire time I was reading this charming story. I can’t wait to dive into the rest of this series!

Find This Book in: Cozy Fall Books / Coffee Shop Romance Books to Love a Latte / The Best Romance Novels By Genre / Laurie Gilmore Books in Order: Guide to the Dream Harbor Series

Haunted Ever After

Author: Jen DeLuca

Year: August 2024

Genre: Fantasy Romance

Spice Rating:💋💋💋💋

Age Range: 18+

Plot

Nick Royer owns the Hallowed Grounds coffee shop in Boneyard Key, Florida. He has lived there his whole life. In fact, he is a descendant of the founding families so learning to embrace ghost tourism is a must. Cassie just moved into a house and she definitely is not prepared for the fact that not all the ghost stories in the town are made up. The electricity in her new house is temperamental and the magnets on her fridge rearrange themselves when she is not looking.

As Nick and Cassie get to know each other, Nick wonders if Cassie will stay in Boneyard Key, even if her house has a ghost.

Why Jackie loves it

I love the unique storyline and the loveable characters in this book. The story flowed nicely without needless plot twists. Other than a few spicy romance scenes, this is a sweet ghost romance book.

Find this book in: Adult Fantasy Romance Books / Best Ghost Books / Haunted House Books / Coffee Shop Romance Books

Christmas Coffee Shop Romance Books

The Spiced Cocoa Cafe

Author: Harper Graham

Year: 2025

Genre: Holiday Romance

More info: Maple Falls #2

Spice Rating:💋💋💋💋💋

Age Range: 18+

Plot

Liam is a total Grinch, but he wants to win Maple Fall’s holiday window competition to help save his llama farm. Cassidy is the new owner of the local chocolate shop, and she too, needs to win the contest. Sparks fly as they compete against one another while trying to figure out the identity of the person sabotaging all the town’s Christmas decor.

Why Kirsten loves it

This book is SPICY. Oh my lord! It’s also funny and sweet, but if you can’t handle spice, there are references in every chapter, so this is not the story for you. If you can handle it, this small town romance is filled with a great cast of characters and tons of Christmas events and references to create the perfect spicy holiday story.

Find this book in: Bakery Romance Novels / Coffee Shop Romance Books to Love a Latte / Harper Graham Books in Order: Guide to the Maple Falls Series

The Christmas Cafe

Author: Eliza Evans

Year: 2023

Genre: Romance

Spice Rating:💋

Age Range: 16+

Plot

Join Sylvie, the clumsy baker with a heart of gold, as she fights to save her beloved Christmas Café with the help of her mischievous pup, Crumpet. Her plan? To get the new Christmas movie to film in the café! But she didn’t count on the insane demand after the movie’s star posts about the bakery. And she certainly didn’t expect to be caught in a love triangle!

Why Kirsten likes it

This whimsical tale is a wonderful Christmas romance with romance, festive shenanigans, and delicious treats. #gifted by Putnam

Find this book in: Bakery Romances / Coffee Shop Romance Books