10 Books To Read This Valentine’s Day
Whether you're looking for a gift for a loved one, your best friend or your favourite little reader, these books are sure to put a smile on their face this Valentine's Day. Here at Books2Door, we have a great selection of romance novels for any budding romantics. We also have a vast selection of Young Adult romance, filled with teenage angst to steamy fantasy. For younger readers, there’s a gorgeous selection of picture books, perfect for teaching children about love and relationships.
Valentine's Day books for little ones
Love comes in all kinds of shapes and sizes and deserves to be celebrated and appreciated with your little ones. With this in mind, we wanted to show you one of our favourite picture book sets. Hedgehog & Friends by Eoin McLaughlin & Polly Dunbar is a beautiful book set that features friends, a hedgehog and a tortoise, who are both looking for someone to hug. The first book in the series, The Hug, shows each character's story on opposite sides of the book, meaning that when the book is flipped, they meet in the middle for a big warm hug.
Another fantastic set for little ones is Guess How Much I Love You Seasons Series. In this lovely little set, you get four picture books that see Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare exploring the different sights and sounds of Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Perfect for a family of fans of the original story, Guess How Much I Love You. The heartwarming tale of two little rabbits covey how much they love each other through various means. The result was an international success, and the delightful picture book sold over 50 million copies worldwide and holds a special place in the hearts of many parents and children.
Perfectly Passionate YA
If you're looking for a romantic escape within the YA genre, there are a lot of books to choose from. What better place to start than with the award-winning author, illustrator and screenwriter Alice Oseman. From Heartstopper to Solitaire, there are a significant number of fantastic and beautiful books to choose from, all from this incredibly talented author. You may have caught the hit Netflix adaptation of Oseman's graphic novels, or you may be new to the series. No matter how much you know about the series, you must check out the graphic novels that inspired it. Heartstopper follows a teenage love story between Nick and Charlie, as well as the stories surrounding their friends and family around them. These graphic novels are written and illustrated by Oseman and have gone on to win numerous awards. Check out our box set, The Heartstopper Series & Heartstopper Yearbook by Alice Oseman 5 Books Collection.
As well as the immensely successful Heartstopper series, Alice Oseman has published six novels. The novels are set in the same universe as Heartstopper, with Nick and Charlie appearing in Solitare, Nick and Charlie and This Winter. Oseman's books explore different themes and also represent various members of the LGBTQ+ community. Grab all six here with our Alice Oseman Collection 6 Books Set. For a bumper collection set of Oseman's work, check out our Alice Oseman Heartstopper and More Collection 10 Book Set. For more LGBTQ+ books, check out our collection.
Do you like your romance novels set in fantastical lands? Well, there are some mindblowing Young Adult romances all set in fantasy worlds. Start off strong with the internationally bestselling series A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas. This five-book epic series follows Feyre, a feisty mortal whose life changes forever when she is forced to live amongst the faerie in Prythian. Feyre is held captive by Tamlin, who she discovers is, in fact, the High Lord of Prythian. She quickly learns more about the faerie world and how different it is from her life.
Racing Romantic Fiction
Let's set the scene: it's a cold night in February, so light some candles, pour yourself a glass of wine, and dive head-first into a fluttering romance. There are so many different genres within romance fiction, meaning you will never run out of reading material! From historical romance to steamy smut, there's something to match all preferences. Please note all of these books are 18+ due to content.
If you're looking for passionate romancing, look no further than Ana Huang's bestselling Twisted series. The first instalment was published in 2021, and the series has become a TikTok sensation. Meet Ava Chen, a free-spirited young woman who falls for a cold-hearted Alex Volkov, her brother's best friend, and her life changes completely. Get the whole series so far with our Twisted series by Ana Huang four-book collection. Perfect for fans of slow-burn romance and enemies-to-lovers tropes, you will fall head over heels in love with this book series. Don't forget to check out our Booktok page.
If you're looking for the perfect mixture of romance and comedy, check out Beth O'Leary's books, especially her first novel, The Flatshare, which sold over 1 million copies! Written in a more lighthearted and rom-com style, these books have become increasingly popular ever since their release. For a bargain book set of O'Leary's books, check out our Beth O'Leary 3 books collection, which includes The Flatshare, The Switch, and The Road Trip. Her new book, The No-Show, is also available to order.
If you're a fan of O'Leary's romantic comedies, you should check out Fiona Gibson's excellent books. They are the perfect escapist read that balances real life and heartfelt issues with humour. Check out our Fiona Gibson Collection 4 Books Set, which contains The Dog Share, The Mum Who'd Had Enough, The Mum Who Got Her Life Back, and When Life Gives You Lemons.
Whether you're celebrating with a loved one, family, or friends, we hope you have a lovely Valentine's Day that is filled with tasty treats and dreamy romance books.