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Mountain Men Matchmaker

Everly is the matchmaking mastermind of her family, but her own love life is a bit of a flop. Back from four years in Dublin, she’s ready for a quiet summer on Fletcher Mountain helping launch her aunt’s animal rescue center—until Conri “Wolf” Reilly shows up. Wolf is her college roommate’s infuriating twin brother. He’s brooding, Irish, and college rugby’s resident bad boy with thighs that could crack a watermelon. His red card reputation has trashed his rugby prospects…until a training camp in Denver comes calling. As a favor, Everly reluctantly gets Wolf a place to stay if he volunteers at the rescue center. Now Everly finds herself working and living next door to the Irish tattooed grump who treats her like a nuisance—but looks at her like he could press her up against a hay bale until they forget their own names. Wolf swore he came to America to fix his image, not fall for his sister’s best friend, but the more time he spends with Everly, the harder it is to keep his distance. Perhaps Everly’s in her bad boy era…or maybe Fletcher Mountain has its own matchmaking plans.

Bad Boy Era

Amy Daws · 2026

contemporary sports romance grumpy x sunshine best friend's brother small town romance funny

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Sweet

After a year of being the dance program’s most notorious punching bag, Ivy Di Laurentis only has one goal for sophomore year at Briar University: keep her head down, survive, and make her way to New York and the ballet career she walked away from. She has zero interest in hockey players, entanglements, or AJ Connelly―her brother’s former best friend, certified golden boy, and the last person she’d ever expect to find her crying on a roof at two in the morning. AJ has his own problems. His best friendships are in ruins, his hockey season is in turmoil, and his only plan is to drink through his feelings and hook up with anyone who isn’t emotionally complicated. Ivy, vulnerable and familiar, is nothing but emotionally complicated. Which means she’s off-limits. Except she’s also funny. Sweet. Achingly beautiful. And obsessed with somebody else. When she propositions him to gain experience, he doesn’t know how to say no. And maybe there’s something dangerously satisfying about hooking up with his ex-best friend’s little sister… What starts as an unlikely alliance becomes something neither of them was looking for. But with the wrong people watching, the wrong choices catching up to them, and the clock ticking on Ivy’s time at Briar U, this bad idea could be the end of them both.

Bad Idea

Elle Kennedy · 2027

📅 Mar 16, 2027

contemporary sports romance hockey romance ballerina fmc brother's former best friend cosy

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Hellions of Hade Harbor

When trouble follows you home… Lily His name was Cayden, and he was a golden boy, an instant hit with everyone I knew. But the mask chipped and cracked in front of me, and I saw underneath. If I hadn’t, maybe everything would have been different. Maybe he would have let me go. I guess I’ll never know. I saw him, and I can never change that. Most importantly…. he saw me. Now, the Coach says he’s staying with us for the season, in the room right next to mine… I’m locked inside with my bully, and he’s watching my every move.

Bad Intentions

Mila Kane · 2022

sports romance dark romance bully romance hockey romance dark

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Vipers

After they shattered my world, I made one vow: I would bring down theirs. The only problem is the puppet master remains a ghost, leaving me with a single, dangerous lead, the Vipers. They are the elite college hockey team that rules the ice, but their influence stretches far into the shadows as a powerful secret society. To infiltrate their ranks and find the truth, I decide to target the one man who seems like their only "green flag." Kane Davenport. As the charismatic captain, Kane appears to be the approachable, golden boy in a nest of serpents. I thought he was the weakest link, the perfect mark for my manipulation. But I realized far too late that I hadn't found a way in, I had enticed the most venomous snake of all. Kane’s friendly façade is nothing more than a mask for a predator more calculating and dangerous than anything I imagined. He didn't just see me coming; he lured me in, unveiling the monster beneath the surface only once I was firmly within his grasp. Now, I’m trapped in a lethal game with no escape, and the man I thought I was using is the one holding all the cards.

Beautiful Venom

Rina Kent · 2025

sports romance dark hockey romance enemies to lovers secret society dark

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Vancouver Storm

Aspiring musician Pippa Hartley has sworn off heartbreak, but her new job as a personal assistant is about to test that resolve. Her boss is none other than Jamie Streicher, the surly, intimidatingly hot hockey player she’s crushed on since high school. The only problem? He’s incredibly demanding, perpetually grouchy, and doesn't seem to have a single memory of who she is. Pippa is determined to keep things strictly professional, convinced that her teenage infatuation is firmly in the past. However, as they spend more time together, the cracks in Jamie’s stony exterior begin to show. Beneath the surliness lies a man who is surprisingly protective and unexpectedly sweet. From posing as her fake boyfriend to make her ex jealous to encouraging her musical dreams and making her feel truly seen, Jamie begins to break down her defenses. When he discovers her past romantic disappointments, his competitive nature kicks in, leading to a tension that is anything but professional. As the lines between assistant and lover blur, Pippa discovers the biggest secret of all: Jamie hasn't forgotten her at all. In fact, that high school crush was entirely mutual, and he’s been waiting for his chance to prove it. Pippa knows that falling for the town's most notorious grump could lead to the ultimate heartbreak, but with Jamie playing for keeps, it might just be a risk worth taking.

Behind The Net

Stephanie Archer · 2023

sports romance grumpy x sunshine hockey romance forced proximity steamy

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Curve

Because life’s too short, and mean girls ain’t sh… Jazmyn Payne fled her hometown―and the fatphobes who made her life hell– the minute she graduated high school. Growing up, her haven was her Aunt Addison, and when her health takes a drastic turn, she insists that Jazz should spice up her life. Emphasis on spice. But dating is the last thing Jazz had on her mind. Until Lamar Anderson sits next to her at the local sports bar. He is sexy, fun, and refreshingly drama free. With him she's able to pretend that everything is alright. But as real life intrudes, Jazz has to decide if she can leave the past where it belongs…for a love that she deserves.

Big Girl Blitz

Danielle Allen · 2026

sports romance football romance friends to lovers small town romance emotional

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Boys Of Tommen

Johnny Kavanagh is the golden boy of Tommen College, a legendary rugby star whose life looks perfect from the bleachers. But behind the popularity and the "all-star" label, Johnny is secretly battling a career-threatening injury that leaves him with zero room for error and even less time for a girlfriend. He needs focus, not a distraction, especially not one that could derail the magnificent trajectory of his professional future. Shannon Lynch, on the other hand, is a survivor of lifelong bullying, arriving at Tommen desperate for nothing more than the safety of anonymity. She is shy, fragile, and determined to stay invisible, until a disastrous, far-from-romantic first encounter with Johnny on her very first day shatters her plans for a quiet life. What starts as a hesitant, complicated friendship quickly ignites into a chemistry that neither can ignore, thrusting Shannon into a spotlight she never wanted. As Shannon’s past and Johnny’s professional pressures collide, Johnny realizes that some things are worth more than a trophy. He becomes fiercely determined to protect the girl the world tried to break, even if it costs him the career he’s worked his entire life to build. In a story of deep scars and even deeper devotion, they must decide if the bond they’ve formed is strong enough to shield them from the shadows following them both.

Binding 13

Chloe Walsh · 2018

sports romance new adult (NA) friends to lovers protective mmc emotional

★★★★★ 5 (1)

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IceHawks

Hockey star Grayson Crawford is in hot water. Amidst grieving a family member, he can’t seem to pull his act together, threatening everything he’s worked so hard for—and the team he can’t live without. To clean up his image and prove he can change, he agrees to a PR relationship, but there’s only one woman he wants by his side. Except, Bella Stratford couldn’t be a worse candidate. Only recently taking the role of his personal assistant to pay for her mother’s medical bills, she already has her hands full dodging puck bunnies and fixing Grayson’s messes. Not to mention her heart is under strict lock and key after life taught her that men cannot be trusted. But when her mother’s health gets worse, becoming Grayson’s fake girlfriend is the last solution left. In public, they’re the perfect doting couple. In private, all those carefully drawn lines are beginning to blur. Because the shy, sweet man is not what she expected, and the guarded, caring woman just needs someone looking out for her. And with each stolen glance and tender kiss, their broken hearts might be starting to heal.

Breaking Point

Mads Rafferty · 2025

contemporary sports romance hockey romance fake dating he falls first emotional

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Playing For Keeps

Cara Hunter is a self-made woman. Driven and fearless, she’s never lost a battle. In fact, the only time she’s fallen to her knees was, well . . . for him. Emmett Brodie might be one of hockey’s hottest players, but the moment he sees Cara, he’s reduced to a single word: hers. And he’ll stop at nothing to change her last name. With a love as all-encompassing and fierce as theirs, they become the ultimate power couple and the backbone of their family. But when they decide it’s time to have a baby, they discover their journey to conceiving will be anything but easy. As they face off with infertility, a battle that strips them to their bones, they’ll see just how unshakable their foundation really is. They thought they could survive anything together, but how do you survive when you’re barely breathing?

Breathe with Me

Becka Mack · 2025

sports romance hockey romance infertility he falls first emotional

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Wilder Woods Series

Four new athletes. Three new sports teams. One new crew to fall in love with. 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗦 is a brand new 4-book series based in Northern California featuring the Wilder Family.

Cardinal Rule

Liz Tomforde · 2027

📅 Mar 2, 2027

contemporary sports romance

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Windy City

Kai Rhodes is a single father and the star starting pitcher for Chicago’s MLB team, a man stretched dangerously thin but fiercely protective of his son’s upbringing. After cycling through a string of nannies, his coach finally intervenes with an ultimatum: Kai must hire the one person he can’t fire, the coach's own daughter, Miller Montgomery. Kai is convinced that Miller is everything he should avoid, too young, too wild, and clearly just passing through, but as the Chicago heat rises, he finds himself less interested in her departure date and more consumed by the thought of forever. Miller, a high-end pastry chef reeling from the immense pressure of a prestigious industry award, is suffering from a total creative block. Hoping a two-month hiatus will jumpstart her inspiration, she agrees to nanny for her father’s star player, intending to spend her summer "jogging the memory" of the stoic, serious Kai Rhodes. However, as she begins to find a sense of home with Kai and his son, Miller is forced to confront her own nature as a "runner." With the end of summer looming, she must decide if she's willing to stop fleeing and finally get caught by the man and the little boy she never expected to need.

Caught Up

Liz Tomforde · 2023

sports romance single dad baseball romance forced proximity emotional

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IceHawks

When Evie's life seemingly shatters in a day she expects her brother to come running. The last person she expects to show up is Matteo Valenti. Her brother's best friend. Her childhood crush. The man she's loved in silence since she was a little girl. What Evie doesn't know is that Matteo has spent a lifetime loving her right back. With nowhere else to turn, Evie reluctantly lets Matteo help pick up the pieces of her broken world. But for Matteo, being there for her isn't a burden, it's everything he's ever wanted. The chance to be the one she leans on. The one she trusts. The one she loves. And this time, neither of them can ignore the tension that's been simmering between them for over twenty years. But while Matteo is determined to help her find her spark again, Evie carries the weight of a devastating secret, one powerful enough to destroy everything. Because some wounds cut deeper than anyone can see and even Matteo's unwavering love might not be enough to save the woman he's spent a lifetime wishing upon every star.

Chasing Hope

Mads Rafferty · 2026

contemporary sports romance hockey romance brother's best friend childhood friends to lovers emotional

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Dirty Air

Sophie Liam is Formula 1's golden boy. But he's nothing but a fraud. Charming. Devious. Seductive. And someone who promises to fulfill all my naughty bucket list items. I force him behind the safe lines of the friend zone. Instead of accepting our friendship, he strikes a deal. One season. One list. One dirty secret. Liam Sophie is my greatest fantasy brought to life. And a major threat to my contract renewal. She's a part of the rival team and someone I should resist at all costs. Everyone is against our friendship. My boss. Her dad. Me. Yet, I'm captivated by her and the naughty list she created. Screw platonic, I want catastrophic.

Collided

Lauren Asher · 2020

sports romance f1 romance friends to lovers age gap cosy

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Playing For Keeps

Carter Beckett is at the absolute top of his game as the NHL’s premier player, dominating both the ice and the social scene. With a peak career and an endless rotation of women, he seemingly has everything, until he meets Olivia Parker. Olivia is no stranger to the world of professional hockey, but thanks to her best friend’s relationship with a player, she’s seen enough of the lifestyle to know she wants no part of it. She’s perfectly content with her quiet life as a teacher, free from the drama and oversized egos of arrogant athletes. However, from the moment their paths cross, Carter becomes singular in his focus, unable to get Olivia out of his head. Despite his best charms, Olivia is determined to keep him at arm's length, refusing to become just another notch on his pedestal. Realizing that his usual playbook won't work on a woman who sees right through him, Carter decides it’s time to change his strategy. In a high-stakes pursuit where the traditional rules of engagement no longer apply, he’s prepared to do whatever it takes, fair or not, to prove to Olivia that he’s the one player worth taking a shot on.

Consider Me

Becka Mack · 2022

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Lights Out

Formula 1 driver Zaid Yousef is back—though he’s not sure he wants to be. After a crash last season left the seven-time world champion with two broken wrists and a hesitance to get back behind the wheel, his future in the sport is nothing short of uncertain. Saddled with an unfinished contract and expectations to win a record-shattering title, the only choice is for him to return . . . right? The press turned Ava Farahani’s life upside down in the last few years, forcing her to leave her job in marketing and the world of F1 she grew up in. She knows she should stay far away from the track, but the draw of the sport she loves is too strong to resist. A preseason event brings the two together for one hot, reckless night, and weeks later, results in a positive pregnancy test. Ava desperately wants to be a mother, and the baby gives Zaid a newfound drive to survive the season and break the world record. There’s just one little problem: Ava is a team principal’s daughter . . . and Zaid is their biggest rival.

Crash Into You

Simone Soltani · 2026

📅 Nov 10, 2026

contemporary sports romance f1 romance forbidden love unexpected pregnancy steamy

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D.C. Stars

Amelia Green is making a name for herself as an assistant coach in the NHL. A woman who isn’t intimidated by the people who try to pull her down, she handles the attention on her without batting an eye. What she didn’t account for was the hockey player who keeps showing up in her life. Grant Everett is the newest player on the DC Stars roster and adjusting to life in the NHL. A guy who loves his teammates, he’s never one to break the rules. But after an accidental run-in with the league’s most talked about coach, Grant can’t stop thinking about Amelia no matter how off-limits she is. He should stay away from her. He’s supposed to stay away—she’s older. She’s not looking to date, and he’s someone who wants to settle down. Years of friendship and fighting their feelings turns to something more after one night together, and they never look back. Except… hiding a relationship from the league isn’t easy. Between secret meetups and Amelia landing a new job as the head coach of the league’s newest expansion team, she and Grant are forced to confront their future. Is there a chance their relationship can withstand the scrutiny from those on the outside, or are they a quick cross check away from disaster?

Cross Check

Chelsea Curto · 2026

contemporary sports romance hockey romance strangers to lovers he falls first steamy

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Lights Out

Her brother’s best friend sends her heart racing in this sparkling Formula 1 romance. Formula 1 driver Dev Anderson’s career is on the line. After a social media disaster leaves him with an angry team and sponsors threatening to jump ship, he needs someone to help save his image. At a party in Monaco, he bumps into the woman who can fix it all. There’s just one problem: she’s his best friend’s little sister. And, okay, maybe there’s another problem—he kissed her last year and hasn’t been able to stop thinking about it since. Recent college grad Willow Williams needs a job. She may have a talent for seeing the bright side of any bad situation, but it’s hard to stay positive when she’s struggling to get hired. So when Dev offers her a temporary solution, she can’t help but say yes. Even if it means ignoring the crush she’s had on him since childhood. Willow and Dev are determined to keep things strictly professional, regardless of old feelings and the blazing chemistry between them. But in the glittering and high-stakes world of Formula 1, some lines are meant to be crossed…

Cross The Line

Simone Soltani · 2024

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Maple Hills

Henry Turner is in over his head. Thanks to his chronic procrastination, he’s trapped in a nightmare class with his least favorite professor, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. He’s just been named the captain of the hockey team, a title he never asked for and feels wholly unprepared for, and failure isn’t an option if he wants to keep his life from spiraling. His luck takes a turn for the weird when he accidentally crashes a book club and meets Halle Jacobs, a fellow junior who is as academically brilliant as Henry is struggling. Halle’s life is a meticulously balanced deck of cards: elite grades, a job, her beloved book club, and a secret novel she’s struggling to finish. While she doesn't have the sweeping romance of her favorite fictional heroines, she has plenty of stress, and adding "private tutor for a hockey player" to her plate seems like a recipe for disaster. However, Halle is suffering from a brutal case of writer's block, and Henry, with his chaotic energy and "new experiences" mantra, might be exactly the inspiration her story needs. They strike a deal: she’ll help him pass, and he’ll help her live a life worth writing about. It’s a simple arrangement with a clear rule book, but as the lines between tutor and muse begin to blur, Henry and Halle find themselves facing a plot twist they didn't outline. In a season of high stakes and new chapters, they’ll have to decide if following the rules is worth missing out on the kind of love that only happens in books.

Daydream

Hannah Grace · 2024

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Scarlett Vandermeer is swimming upstream. A Junior at Stanford and a student-athlete who specializes in platform diving, Scarlett prefers to keep her head down, concentrating on getting into med school and on recovering from the injury that almost ended her career. She has no time for relationships—at least, that’s what she tells herself. Swim captain, world champion, all-around aquatics golden boy, Lukas Blomqvist thrives on discipline. It’s how he wins gold medals and breaks records: complete focus, with every stroke. On the surface, Lukas and Scarlett have nothing in common. Until a well-guarded secret slips out, and everything changes. So they start an arrangement. And as the pressure leading to the Olympics heats up, so does their relationship. It was supposed to be just a temporary, mutually satisfying fling. But when staying away from Lukas becomes impossible, Scarlett realizes that her heart might be treading into dangerous water...

Deep End

Ali Hazelwood · 2025

sports romance swimmer x diver college romance opposites attract steamy

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D.C. Stars

Emerson “Emmy” Hartwell has spent her entire career fighting for a place in the NHL. Now, she’s finally earned a spot with the struggling DC Stars, and she’s determined to make the most of it. Maverick Miller is the best player in the league, but even his talent hasn’t been enough to turn the Stars into winners. As team captain, he’s desperate to change turn things around, which means keeping the peace with the team’s fiery new left-winger—even if the two of them clash at every turn. But when the tension between them reaches a tipping point and they fall into bed together, Emmy and Maverick agree it was a one-time mistake to get the distraction out of their systems so they can focus on the season. After all, Emmy doesn’t date hockey players, and Maverick—infamous for his playboy reputation—doesn’t date anyone. Except…what should’ve happened just once happens again, then again. They tell each other their friends with benefits arrangement is only for the season. But despite facing off on the ice, behind closed doors, the pair is nothing but fire.

Face Off

Chelsea Curto · 2024

contemporary sports romance hockey romance rivals to lovers friends with benefits steamy

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Playing For Keeps

Jaxon Riley is exceptional at three things: starting fights on the ice, picking up women post-game, and going home to fulfill his role as the world’s best cat dad. Relationships, unfortunately, missed the list. Lennon Hayes is supposed to be on her honeymoon. Instead, she’s alone and single, vacationing next door to a surly tattooed man who ran his date off the resort. When a run-in at the bar results in a night of bickering and cocktails, she finds herself tumbling into bed with the enemy next door, then sneaking out before the sun comes up. Lennon’s plan to start over in a new city is going great, until she starts her new job. The job? The Vancouver Vipers’ new photographer. And the defenseman scowling at her from across the room? The one-night stand she wasn’t supposed to see again. Good thing neither of them are looking for anything serious… right? Jaxon may not be used to falling, but if he’s going to go, he refuses to go alone. If he falls, he wants Lennon to fall with him.

Fall With Me

Becka Mack · 2024

sports romance hockey romance one night stand found family emotional

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IceHawks

Famous hockey player Kieran Ashford is the NHL's favourite headline, but when his reputation catches up to him in the form of a surprise phone call and a mute three-year-old daughter he didn't know existed, Kieran is suddenly thrown into the depths of fatherhood. Now at least, he has something the quick witted book addict can't say no to--a job offer. Because Layla Carson needs a paycheck. After spending over a year in Berlin participating in a clinical trial for her lupus, Layla is painfully aware of how her medical bills have drained her parent's bank account. When the opportunity arises to become a nanny, Layla can't refuse. As the pair help build a home for the little girl who desperately needs them both, the walls around their hearts begin to crumble. Layla learns there's more to Kieran than the flirtatious winks and playful personality, while he's determined to give Layla everything her illness robbed her of. But when forever was never guaranteed for either of them, they'll need to fight for the chance of a new life.

Fighting Chance

Mads Rafferty · 2026

contemporary sports romance hockey romance single dad nanny fmc emotional

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Heartache Duet Series

There are no more goodnight kisses. No knocks on windows. No lengthy text messages. No late-night phone calls. And no game day balloons.  There’s just Connor. And Ava. Existing in a world filled with nothing but heartache. While searching the darkness for glimmers of hope. Because with hope, comes magic. And magic is forever.

First and Forever

Jay McLean · 2019

sports romance YA high school setting miscommunication emotional

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Duffy Distefano loves three things: her dad, the family cat, and Minneapolis Coyote football. So after she gets booed out of a game and becomes the internet’s villain following an awful encounter with the team’s beloved mascot, she is disgruntled, to put it mildly. Eager to clear the air, Duffy agrees to an interview on a hit morning show. She doesn’t expect a co-guest to join her—especially not the Coyotes’ star tight end. When MVP Connor Cunningham gets tasked with damage control to help his team out of a PR nightmare, he finds himself in a highly amusing verbal sparring match with a recently wronged fan on live TV. The interview instantly goes viral, and the public is obsessed with them. Despite his distaste for PR stunts, a strong push from the Coyotes’ PR team to ride the wave results in Connor asking Duffy out. But he quickly discovers being with Duffy is much easier than he anticipated, and somehow it doesn’t feel fake to him. This secret can only blow up, but all he knows is that if he messes things up with Duffy, it’ll be the greatest fumble of his life. Oozing with chemistry that feels like fireworks and banter that makes you swoon, Lynn Painter delivers her signature blend of heart and humor in this love story that you won’t soon forget.

First and Forever

Lynn Painter · 2026

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Rich. Popular. A superstar football player who’s awfully broody for someone who has it all. Basically, he’s a preppy jock who hates me. Oh, and he’s also my stepbrother. That’s right. We’re stuck together, sharing a school, a house… A bathroom. Honestly, I wouldn’t care… If he wasn’t such an uptight control-freak who messes with me just because we’re different. I had every intention of avoiding him when we got to college… Until abrupt misfortune forces us both into a compromising position. Now the grouchy jerk I was hoping to evade might be the only person who can help me out of it. Avi Vega is everything I despise. A dreamer. A flake. An artist who smokes too much weed and thinks aliens exist. And by some sick cosmic joke, he’s now my stepbrother, following me on what should’ve been my escape plan. It was already a disaster. Add a sudden financial disruption to the mix, and let’s just say my options are heavily limited. If I want to stay an all-star quarterback on the way to the NFL, I’ll need to do something drastic. Unfortunately for me, and my desperate desire for control, the perpetually smiling stoner has a plan. Maybe we can stop hating each other just enough to pull this off. As long as we remember we’re only doing it… for the fans.

For The Fans

Nyla K · 2025

🔥 BookTok sports romance mm romance forbidden love stepbrothers steamy

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The Darling Devils

She's never been kissed. He's never felt this way about anyone. Paige has ticked off everything on her senior year bucket list except one tiny thing — she’s never kissed anyone. And her best friend, Grayson Darling, is to blame. Grayson is the school hockey team’s notorious enforcer, and he’s been scaring away any eligible bachelors that so much as look in Paige’s direction. With time running out, she demands that Grayson stop defending her honor. Instead, he’ll become her dating coach, training her to win the guy of her dreams. But Grayson has plans of his own. He’s been in love with Paige since they were kids, and his clock is running, too. Coaching Paige might be his last chance to show her how good they’d be together. After all, practice makes perfect.

Grumpy Darling

Alexandra Moody · 2025

sports romance young adult romance YA first kiss slow burn cosy

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D.C. Stars

Riley Mitchell has everything he could ever want. A championship career, a tight-knit team, and a future in the NHL that feels guaranteed—until one night changes everything. After a devastating accident leaves him adjusting to life with an amputation, Riley is forced to confront who he is without hockey. As he struggles, both physically and emotionally, the last thing he expects is to form a connection with the one person assigned to help him heal. Lexi Armstrong is determined to get Riley back on his feet. As the DC Stars’ athletic trainer, she’s used to keeping things professional—but there’s nothing professional about the tension building between them. So, they make a deal: one night, no strings, no complications. But once quickly turns into something more. As Riley fights to rebuild his future and Lexi becomes impossible to let go, they’ll have to decide if what they have is just a temporary distraction or something strong enough to last beyond the game.

Hat Trick

Chelsea Curto · 2025

contemporary sports romance hockey romance friends with benefits forced proximity steamy

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Heartache Duet Series

Ava Diaz needs saving. She just doesn’t know it yet. Just like she doesn’t know a thing about the boy she sits next to on the first day of senior year. He thinks she’s a brat. She thinks he’s entitled. Maybe first impressions don’t always last… Because Connor Ledger’s about to save her. He just doesn’t know why.

Heartache and Hope

Jay McLean · 2019

sports romance YA basketball player mmc forced proximity emotional

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Game Changers

Shane Hollander, the disciplined captain of the Montreal Voyageurs, has one singular focus: his career. He has spent years ensuring nothing interferes with his game, especially not his long-standing rivalry with the captain of the Boston Bears, Ilya Rozanov. Ilya is Shane’s polar opposite, a cocky, self-proclaimed "king of the ice" whose talent is matched only by his arrogance. While the world sees two bitter enemies battling for hockey supremacy, the reality behind closed doors is a volatile, magnetic attraction that neither man can resist. What starts as a string of secret hookups quickly evolves into a high-stakes emotional entanglement that threatens to upend their lives. As the pressure of the spotlight intensifies and the risk of a media scandal looms, Shane and Ilya find themselves caught between the sports they live for and the connection they can't let go of. Walking away would be the smart move to save their reputations, but as their private world begins to collide with their public personas, they realize that keeping their love a secret might be the one game they are destined to lose.

Heated Rivalry

Rachel Reid · 2023

🔥 BookTok sports romance enemies to lovers mm romance hockey romance steamy

★★★★★ 5 (1)

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Him

Jamie Canning has never been able to figure out how he lost his closest friend. Four years ago, his tattooed, wise-cracking, rule-breaking roommate cut him off without an explanation. So what if things got a little weird on the last night of hockey camp the summer they were eighteen? It was just a little drunken foolishness. Nobody died. Ryan Wesley’s biggest regret is coaxing his very straight friend into a bet that pushed the boundaries of their relationship. Now, with their college teams set to face off at the national championship, he’ll finally get a chance to apologize. But all it takes is one look at his longtime crush, and the ache is stronger than ever. Jamie has waited a long time for answers, but walks away with only more questions— can one night of sex ruin a friendship? If not, how about six more weeks of it? When Wesley turns up to coach alongside Jamie for one more hot summer at camp, Jamie has a few things to discover about his old friend...and a big one to learn about himself.

Him

Sarina Bowen · 2015

sports romance mm romance hockey romance college setting steamy

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Maple Hills

Anastasia Allen has spent her entire life training for a singular goal: a spot on Team USA. Her meticulously planned path seems perfectly on track when she scores a full scholarship to the University of California, Maple Hills, and a coveted position on their elite figure skating team. She is disciplined, driven, and possesses a schedule that leaves absolutely no room for error, or for the arrogant captain of the hockey team, Nate Hawkins. Nate’s own priorities are strictly centered on his teammates and keeping them on the ice, a task that becomes significantly more complicated when a facilities mishap forces the hockey team and the figure skating team to share a single rink. The tension is immediate, especially with Anastasia, who makes it crystal clear that she has no time for Nate’s distractions. However, when a sudden crisis leaves Anastasia’s skating partner’s future in jeopardy, she finds herself in the unthinkable position of needing Nate’s help to keep her Olympic dreams alive. As they are forced into a partnership neither expected, the icy friction between them begins to generate a heat that neither can ignore. Anastasia is certain she could never actually fall for a hockey player, but as the sparks fly, she’s forced to wonder if Nate might be the only one capable of helping her take her shot.

Icebreaker

Hannah Grace · 2022

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Leighton U

My path to success never included an enemy as a teammate, especially one as infuriating as Quinton de Haas. Clawing under my skin is his favorite pastime, only feeding the animosity between us as the years pass. We’re as completely opposite as two people can be; the golden boy and the black sheep. Constantly at odds or at each other’s throats. The only thing we can agree on is hockey is our true love, and we’ll do whatever it takes to come out on top. I never imagined that drive would lead me to do the unthinkable: falling into bed with my not-so-straight rival. But athletes are a superstitious bunch, and when our hook-ups lead to victories, we tell ourselves we can’t stop. Besides, it’s all for the sake of the team, right?

Iced Out

CE Ricci · 2022

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Just Breaking The Rules by Lauren Blakely

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Hockey Ever After

The sexy single dad is not only a world-class hockey player, but my brother’s best friend. Strictly off-limits, and always has been. But when I inherit an old firehouse to transform into my dream bakery? The bossy, protective athlete also becomes my hero, buying in when the financing falls through. I have to keep reminding myself – no more flirting with my new business partner… no matter how tempting he looks helping me paint. It’s a good rule to remember when he starts making surprise shirtless appearances after each win. Insists I wear his jersey to games. Stands up for me when a celebrity chef is rude. Soon, his heated glances make me feel like I’m the answer to his dreams. Falling for the hockey player I work with could cost us everything: the bakery, his friendship with my brother, and my family who already thinks I’m a hot mess. But when Corbin shows up after a rough game one night and tells me he can’t stop thinking about me and hasn’t been able to for years? I’m ready to break all the rules.

Just Breaking The Rules

Lauren Blakely · 2026

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Bay Area Players

Graydon St. John doesn't do drama―or public appearances. The brooding defensive end for the San Francisco Foghorns prefers silence, solitude, and avoiding headlines. But when a league-wide PR scandal forces him into a media stunt at the city zoo, he's suddenly face-to-face with squawking birds, nosy fans, and the zookeeper who seems to hate his guts on sight. Maple Baker loves her flamingos. Loud, pink, messy? Sure. But they're hers. And the last thing she needs is a grumpy football player stomping into her sanctuary with a bad attitude and a bigger ego. Unfortunately, they've been paired for the zoo's new public outreach program, and the cameras are already rolling. The banter is sharp. The tension is electric. And the more they pretend to play nice for the press, the more their fake flirtation starts to feel like something dangerously real. But when family secrets, viral fame, and a PR romance gone off-script threaten everything Maple's worked for, Graydon must decide if he's willing to fight for love―or let it slip away to protect her.

Just For The Cameras

Meghan Quinn · 2026

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Just Playing for Keeps by Lauren Blakely

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Hockey Ever After

Ever hear the story about the dating coach who got dumped on the hockey arena’s jumbotron? Everyone did. But I lived it. Including the moment when the team’s broody, tattooed star Lake Axelrod swooped in on skates to rescue me from public humiliation. Even more surprising? When the famously grumpy (and ridiculously sexy) hockey player insists on being my fake boyfriend for my sister’s high-profile wedding. It’s the perfect sweet revenge plan since my ex is the best man. Bonus – I might even salvage my professional reputation. We need rules though. To pull this off, everyone from his teammates to my boss has to believe we’re a real couple. That means swoony touches and knee-weakening kisses are required. When it ends, we walk away. But the intensity in Lake’s eyes after every post-game kiss makes me wonder if he’s pretending. With each whispered secret, the line between fake and real bends. Until it shatters one night in a hotel room. Soon, he isn’t just playing the protective boyfriend—he’s the only one who truly sees me.

Just Playing for Keeps

Lauren Blakely · 2026

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Bay Area Players

His sister's best friend is strictly off-limits. But sometimes breaking the rules makes the plot much more interesting . . . Bennett Brinkman is San Francisco baseball's golden boy - focused, disciplined, and very bad at ignoring the one woman he shouldn't want. Falling for his sister's best friend was inevitable, even though she's known him since he was an awkward teenager . . . and still insists on seeing him that way. Bower knows exactly why wanting Bennett is a terrible idea. She's fiercely loyal to her best friend, and falling for her brother could blow everything up. But when she moves into Bennett's apartment building, and ropes Bennett into their own personal smutty book club, things start to get . . . spicy. This romance is strictly forbidden. They're both the last person the other should want. But Bennett has known what he wants from Bower for a long time - and it isn't friendship. And he has a plan to show his sister's best friend that the best ending to their story might be the one she's most afraid to try. As undeniable chemistry turns into deep feelings, Bennett and Bower must decide if risking their family ties is worth chasing the love that's been in front of them all along.

Just for the Plot

Meghan Quinn · 2026

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Boys Of Tommen

Johnny Kavanagh is a man adrift. For the first time in his life, he is living without the weight of his beloved number 13 jersey. Sidelined by a devastating injury, the rugby star feels the walls of his identity closing in, until he finds his anchor in the mysterious girl who now occupies every corner of his mind. But as his physical body heals, his spirit remains fractured, searching for a purpose beyond the pitch. Shannon Lynch knows that monsters aren't just found in storybooks; they live in the shadows of real life. Following a traumatizing trip to Dublin, she is spiraling back into her old habits, attempting to become invisible to protect what matters most: her younger brothers. She is retreating further into the darkness, convinced that hiding is the only way to safeguard the few scraps of a future she has left. Johnny is the only person with the power to pull Shannon out of the shadows, but their connection is being pushed to the breaking point. As buried secrets begin to surface, revelations with the power to alter their lives forever, the strength of their devotion is put to the flame. In a world determined to keep them apart, Johnny and Shannon must decide if their love is a sanctuary or just another casualty of the secrets they've tried so hard to keep.

Keeping 13

Chloe Walsh · 2018

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Castle Hill Academy

At ten years old, they promised each other forever. But his letters never came. And her heart never healed. Seven years later, Xander Ford returns to Castle Hill Academy, broken by grief and hiding behind logic, rowing, and the weight of caring for his sick father. He never stopped thinking of Emery Wallace, the kind girl who once saw him when no one else did. Emery looks perfect on the outside: wealthy, popular, untouchable. But behind the flawless mask is a girl unraveling under her father's ruthless expectations and her mother's drowning grief. When fate pulls them back together, the connection they shared as kids flares into something undeniable and impossible to ignore. Emery shows Xander that people, like light, can be both shattered and whole. And Xander gives Emery a reason to believe in herself again. But their love faces obstacles they can't control―family expectations, broken promises, and the cruel truth that not everyone wants them together.

Little Pieces of Light

Emma Scott · 2025

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Windy City

Evan Zanders is the undisputed villain of Chicago hockey, a role he embraces by racking up penalty minutes and leaving the arena with a different woman every night. His charmed life hits a snag, however, when he meets the new flight attendant on the team’s private plane, Stevie, who refuses to stroke his massive ego. Determined to make her quit by the end of the season, Zanders relentlessly pushes her buttons, only to find the lines blurring with every road trip. Stevie, a veteran flight attendant who thought she’d seen it all, is suddenly second-guessing her vow to never date another athlete as she navigates working for the most self-righteous diva in the NHL. Though she despises the unfiltered, arrogant image Zanders projects to the world, she finds it increasingly difficult to hate the man behind the persona, especially when his annoying charm becomes impossible to resist.

Mile High

Liz Tomforde · 2022

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South Shore Serpents

I was never anyone's first choice. Until two monsters made me their only one. One bad decision leads me into the woods and straight into the hands of two masked strangers who chase me through the dark, pin me down, and leave me questioning everything I thought I knew about myself. Then I learn who they are. Serpents. And not just any Serpents, but six-foot-ten Hunter Kincaid and his other half, six-foot-eight Atlas Trembley. Atlas gets under my skin like a splinter. He fights me, steals from me, and doesn't care that I want to kill him. He's counting on it. Hunter doesn't speak. He takes. He decides. And he's decided on me. They even call me Little Titan like I belong to them. The worst part? I want to belong to the two hockey players who fight over marshmallows and look at me like I'm the best thing that's ever happened to them. But Hunter's past isn't done with him. And when it threatens to tear us apart, I learn exactly what kind of monsters my Serpents are.

Monstrous Serpent

E.V. Olsen · 2026

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TBA

He might be the greatest swimmer of all time, but he doesn’t know his bank login. Veronica Rubio can spot a hot mess a mile away. Having to deal with one—much less work for one—isn’t exactly at the top of her list of things she wants to do. So, when the trainwreck known as George Moore steamrolls into her life, she wants to run away… if only it weren’t for the commission check she could make off selling his house. But when the man with more gold medals than anyone else in the world needs help, Veronica finds it’s a lot easier said than done to leave him to figure things out on his own. Especially not when he’s so nice to her grandma. And her brothers. Helping him out a little would be the nice thing to do… wouldn’t it?

One Moore Time

Mariana Zapata · 2026

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The New Romantics

There are only two things I’ve ever truly wanted in my life. To be a goalie in the NHL and JJ Hanson. In a twisted way, both dreams have come true. Rather than a spot on the roster though, I’m now the first female goalie coach in the NHL. JJ Hanson’s coach, specifically. Not only is he one of my players—making him totally off limits—he’s also a single dad and still technically married. Oh, and thanks to my father’s meddling, he’s now my roommate, along with his cousin and her three kids, my sister and her four-year-old twins, my cousin, and JJ’s daughter, who I unfortunately adore. Yup, I’m living with six kids under the age of five, and the only man I’ve ever loved. There was a time when JJ was my closest friend, and for one perfect moment, he was mine. Now we don’t even talk. JJ is determined to change that, though, and when opportunity strikes and suddenly both of my dreams are within reach, I have to make a decision. Can I step out onto that ice as the first female goalie in the NHL and trust JJ with my heart? I’ve never been one to walk away from a challenge. Maybe the only way JJ and I can move forward is to go back to the start.

Paper Rings

Brittanée Nicole · 2026

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Windy City

Kennedy Kay has spent her entire career as the only woman on the Windy City Warriors’ staff, enduring years of professional hurdles to secure her dream job. With only one season left in Chicago, her top priority is maintaining a spotless reputation, a goal that goes up in flames after a hazy night in Las Vegas ends with a wedding ring on her finger. To save her career from the fallout of a drunken mistake, she is forced into a high-stakes scheme by the team’s impulsive and frustratingly charming shortstop, Isaiah Rhodes: they must convince the world their "I dos" were a long-planned elopement rather than a Sin City accident. Isaiah has been harboring a massive crush on the team’s athletic trainer for years, but his flirting has always struck out. Waking up married to the woman of his dreams is the ultimate stroke of luck, even if she views their union as a temporary legal disaster. While Kennedy is counting down the days until they can quietly part ways after the baseball season, Isaiah is playing the long game. He’s determined to use their mandatory time together to prove he’s more than just a reckless athlete and is, in fact, permanent husband material. Kennedy might be a reluctant player in their fake marriage, but Isaiah has no intention of losing the most important game of his life.

Play Along

Liz Tomforde · 2024

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Playing For Keeps

He’s found the perfect person, but she’s the only one he can’t be with… Garrett Andersen knows that playing professional hockey requires absolute dedication to the rules. There’s just one rule he’s finding difficult to follow: stay away from his captain’s younger sister. As a professional dancer, Jennie Beckett knows what it takes to excel. She prides herself on being every bit as confident and bold as her brother, sassy as hell, and the only person in charge of her pleasure. No wonder Garrett can’t stay away from her, even if he forgets how to form sentences whenever she’s around. Jennie would rather avoid her brother’s teammate, especially after several embarrassing run-ins, but suddenly they’re neighbors. And as the connection between them grows, Garrett and Jennie decide to have some fun, no strings attached. Between their busy schedules and her brother’s disapproval, they know keeping things casual and low-key is the smartest play. But what if their feelings get in the way? After all, they’re only supposed to be playing with each other…

Play with Me

Becka Mack · 2022

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He’s a scandal. He’s a role model. Together, they’re a headline. When a candid photo of professional problem Mo—son of the Arizona Canyon’s’ owner—and Adam, the league’s first openly drafted golden , hits the internet, it doesn’t spark rumors. It confirms them. According to everyone, they’ve been secretly together for years. Mo is one scandal away from losing everything, including his family’s support. Captain Adam, Phoenix’s most eligible gay bachelor, has spent his entire career being careful, respectable, unmessy. Publicly denying Mo could have a negative impact on him and his team. So they make a deal: fake it. What starts as damage control tuns into a full-time performance—public appearances, staged dates, late nights that feel a little too real. The more convincing they are, the safer they’ll be. But the closer they get, the harder it is to tell what’s real and what’s strategy. Because somewhere between the arguments, the chemistry, and the us-against-the-world pressure… they stop pretending. Too bad the rules of the game don’t leave room for catching feelings….

Playing His Game

Morgan James · 2026

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The Midnight Strike

He can't stop thinking about her. She wants to forget him. But fate seems to have other plans. Josefine Resendiz is trying to survive the weight of grief while pretending her life hasn’t come to a complete standstill. She doesn’t know how to name what she’s feeling or how to fix what feels broken inside her. All she knows is that staying afloat is getting harder by the day. Daniel Garcia looks like he has everything going for him. A gifted shortstop with a future everyone believes in, he carries himself with easy charm and quiet confidence. What no one sees is the guilt and loss he’s been carrying since his brother’s death, grief he’s learned to hide behind smiles and discipline. That's until he stumbles upon Josefine on Christmas Day, by chance and at the wrong time, in a moment that was never meant to last. But some connections refuse to disappear. When their paths keep crossing, forgetting each other becomes impossible. Feelings surface. Defenses falter. Being together starts to feel like relief. As they grow closer, they are forced to face the question neither of them is ready to answer: What happens when love arrives before healing does, and letting go feels just as terrifying as holding on?

Please Don't Go

E. Salvador · 2025

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D.C. Stars

Piper Mitchell is ready to take control of her life again. Newly divorced, stuck in a rut at work, and completely out of practice when it comes to dating, she decides there’s only one solution: learn how to be good in the bedroom. Liam Sullivan might be the NHL’s most intimidating goalie, but behind the scenes he’s exactly the expert Piper needs. Quiet, guarded, and surprisingly patient, Liam agrees to give Piper a few private lessons—strictly casual, no strings attached. But when a wild night in Vegas leaves them waking up with matching wedding rings, Piper and Liam decide to figure out how much more fun they can have as husband and wife. It’s only temporary. Only for the season. And it definitely doesn’t mean anything. Except the longer they pretend to be married, the harder it becomes to remember where the act ends and their real feelings begin.

Power Play

Chelsea Curto · 2024

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Chestnut Springs

To Jasper Gervais's fans, he's the handsome, talented hockey heartthrob on TV. But to Sloane, he'll always be the lost boy with the sad eyes and a heart of gold. The man she's loved in secret all her life. So when her life falls apart on the day she's supposed to marry someone else, it only makes sense that he's the one to swoop in and save her. And when his world comes crashing down around him, she's there to return the favor. But the more time they spend alone, the more Jasper isn't looking at her like a friend anymore. He isn't touching her like one, either. And after all these years, he's still everything she's ever wanted, everything she thought she could never have. Their feelings aren't straightforward, though. They twist and turn around the pain of Jasper's past and the reality of Sloane's present. Jasper Gervais might act like he wants her. But after years of turning her away, he's going to need to prove it.

Powerless

Elsie Silver · 2022

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The Pucked Series

Violet Hall has zero interest in legendary hockey star Alex Waters. Between his "pretty, beat-up face" and rock-hard physique, he’s exactly the kind of distraction she avoids, especially since having a pro athlete for a stepbrother has taught her that most players are notorious heartbreakers. Every hockey game she attends is strictly under duress, and she’s determined to keep her distance from the league's most eligible bachelor. That is, until Alex starts talking books. The moment he proves there’s a brain behind the brawn, Alex becomes more than just a hot body, and Violet discovers exactly how talented he is with "the hockey stick in his pants." She’s prepared to write their night of orgasmic magic off as a one-time event, but Alex has other plans. He begins a relentless pursuit, flooding her world with calls, texts, emails, and a series of extravagant, quirky gifts that make him nearly impossible to ignore and even harder to dislike. The problem remains: Alex is a world-class player on and off the ice, and Violet has no desire to be just another trophy in his collection. As his persistence wears down her defenses, she has to decide if Alex is truly changing his game, or if she’s just about to get played.

Pucked

Helena Hunting · 2015

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Jacksonville Rays

Rachel Price thought she had pulled off the perfect escape: one magical, nameless night with a man so sweet and hot it should have been illegal, followed by a clean break. No strings, no regrets, and zero expectation of an encore. But when she walks into her career-defining fellowship as the new physical therapist for the Jacksonville Rays, she comes face-to-face with her "Mr. Perfect", who happens to be the NHL’s most notorious playboy grinder. The ultimate insult? The jerk doesn’t even recognize her. With a ten-month fellowship on the line, Rachel is determined to stay professional, but the locker room is a minefield. While Mr. Perfect Mistake is suddenly desperate to get back on her good side, his best friend, the surly, tattooed equipment manager, seems intent on riding her case at every turn. To make matters worse, Rachel is locked in a battle of wills with the team's uncooperative goalie, who is clearly masking a season-ending injury and refuses to let her in. Rachel knows that falling for a player, let alone three, is a professional death wish. She’s worked too hard to risk her reputation on a team of high-stakes athletes who are used to getting exactly what they want. But as secrets are revealed and boundaries are pushed to the breaking point, Rachel realizes these men aren't just playing for the Stanley Cup, they’re playing to win her heart. And in this game, the traditional rules of engagement are about to be shattered.

Pucking Around

Emily Rath · 2023

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The Darling Devils

Cammie Darling is a phenomenal pairs figure skater, but she’s notoriously difficult to work with, and she’s just lost yet another partner. Seth Walker has just been kicked off the hockey team for something he didn’t do, and his college hopes are looking bleak. When he’s offered the chance to join forces with the ice princess of Ransom High, he sees an intriguing way out. The two have never gotten along, but their intensive training sessions soon shift from frustration to unexpected chemistry. And when Cammie finds out why Seth was kicked off the hockey team, she faces an impossible choice: keep his secret and keep her partner or reveal the truth.

Rebel Darling

Alexandra Moody · 2026

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Dirty Air

Santiago Alatorre One mistake destroys my career. I go from most eligible bachelor to monster, hiding from the world. At least until Chloe breaks into my home. My new fake girlfriend is a temporary fix to my biggest problem. But as our game changes, so do my feelings. There’s only one issue stopping me from claiming her. Me. Chloe Carter It all started with a birthday wish, some vodka, and an ancestry kit. That’s how I end up in Italy, finding my long-lost father. But one decision lands me a fake boyfriend I don’t want. The more we pretend, the easier our ruse becomes. I told myself not to fall in love with a liar like Santiago. I should have listened.

Redeemed

Lauren Asher · 2021

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Boys Of Tommen

Joey Lynch is drowning in a reality that was never designed for him to win. Consumed by the need to prove his worth to the only person who has ever truly seen him, he is locked in a daily battle to outrun a world that threatens to consume his future. With the weight of his family’s legacy and the siren call of self-destruction pulling at his heels, Joey is fighting a war on two fronts, and the odds are starting to look insurmountable. But Joey isn't fighting alone. Aoife Molloy refuses to be a bystander to his undoing. With a heart far tougher than the gritty world she’s been thrust into, she is determined to pull him back from the edge, even if it means entering a darkness she doesn't fully understand. For Aoife, "giving up" isn't in her vocabulary, no matter how high the stakes or how heavy the horror of their circumstances becomes. Through every shattered promise and every moment of heartbreak, their bond remains the only constant. As they face their most brutal test yet, Aoife and Joey must rely on the one thing that has always kept them tethered: a fierce, unbreakable loyalty. This isn't just a story of survival; it’s a testament to a love that refuses to let go, even when the rest of the world is trying to drag them under.

Redeeming 6

Chloe Walsh · 2023

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Boys Of Tommen

Lizzie Young has spent her entire life feeling like she is "too much." Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at a young age, she has navigated a world that rarely offers the patience or empathy she requires. Feeling like an outsider within her own family and community, Lizzie has retreated into herself, carrying the heavy weight of her trauma and a longing to be truly understood. She’s become an expert at shoulder-padding her own burdens, convinced that total acceptance is a luxury she’ll never afford. Then she meets Hugh Biggs on the school bus, and the gray static of her life suddenly shifts into color. Hugh is an old soul, possessing a quiet wisdom and a steadfast moral compass that sets him apart from his peers. While others see Lizzie’s diagnosis, Hugh sees her, a girl of incredible depth and resilience. Drawn to her spirit, he doesn't just want to be her boyfriend; he wants to be her sanctuary, offering to shoulder the burdens she’s carried alone for so long. For the first time, Lizzie finds a place where she doesn't have to shrink herself to fit in. Their bond is immediate and soul-deep, fueled by an electric chemistry that feels written in the stars. But as their lives become inextricably linked, they realize that even a love this potent isn't immune to the world outside. Between the complexities of Lizzie's mental health and external forces beyond their control, their "unbreakable" connection is pushed to the limit. In a story of devotion and endurance, Lizzie and Hugh must discover if love is enough to steady them when the ground begins to shake.

Releasing 10

Chloe Walsh · 2025

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Windy City

Hallie Hart and Rio DeLuca were each other’s everything, childhood neighbors, first crushes, and teenage sweethearts, until they shattered each other's hearts at nineteen. Six years later, Hallie is a determined interior design intern moving to Chicago for a fresh start, only to discover that the city isn't nearly big enough to escape her past. In a cruel twist of fate, she unknowingly moves in right next door to the star hockey player she once loved, and her make-or-break career assignment turns out to be renovating his bachelor pad into a family home. While Hallie insists she is no longer the girl who loved Rio, Rio is grappling with the realization that he has never truly moved on. As the only single man left in his friend group, he has spent years searching for a connection he now realizes he found when he was only twelve years old. Having Hallie back in his life, and his house, forces him to confront the jaded history and secret memories he’s kept guarded for years. As they struggle to work together on a house meant for a future neither is sure they can share, they must decide if their second chance at being neighbors will lead to a second chance at forever.

Rewind It Back

Liz Tomforde

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Lights Out

Stella Baldwin thought her life couldn’t get worse. Being left at the altar was bad enough, and the drunken rant she posted to her social media followers in the aftermath was the cherry on top. But having to show up at her cousin’s bachelorette party in Las Vegas barely two weeks later feels like a cruel joke. Thomas Maxwell-Brown is just looking for a good time. With his family’s expectations pressing down, his career as a Formula 1 driver threatened by fresh talent, and a new reputation making him the most hated man on the grid, he needs a break to clear his head. And what better way to decompress than with a stag party in Vegas? Stella isn’t the woman Thomas expects to meet that night. And Thomas isn’t the man Stella expects to wake up next to in the morning—with a ring on her finger. Staying married might be the perfect solution to all their problems, even if it is a little wild. Sometimes, what happens in Vegas doesn’t need to stay there. . . .

Ride With Me

Simone Soltani · 2025

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Boys Of Tommen

Joey Lynch has been a builder and a protector since the day his world started to crumble. At only twelve years old, following his older brother’s departure, Joey stepped into the wreckage of his home to watch over his mother and younger siblings. Now, as he navigates the volatile years of his teens, the burden of duty is becoming a heavy anchor. Between the crushing responsibility of his family and a dangerous dance with addiction, Joey is barely keeping his head above water, until he meets the one person who makes the surface worth reaching. Aoife Molloy is the vibrant, self-assured daughter of Joey’s boss, and she is everything Joey isn't allowed to have. From their first day of secondary school, her bubbly energy and burning curiosity are drawn to the hot-headed boy with the dark secrets. Despite the warnings and the professional risks of "messing about" with her father’s employee, Aoife’s fascination with Joey only deepens, turning a simple schoolyard encounter into a magnetic, high-stakes attraction. What begins as a complicated, push-and-pull friendship quickly becomes a battle of wills. While Joey fights desperately to keep his chaotic private life hidden behind a wall of silence, Aoife is determined to see the man behind the scars. As she peels back the layers of the Lynch family secrets, Joey must decide if letting her in will finally save him, or if his world is too broken for even someone like Aoife to fix.

Saving 6

Chloe Walsh · 2023

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D.C. Stars

Brody Saunders is the best coach in the NHL. With two Stanley Cups under his belt and a reputation for being grumpy and unapproachable, he knows better than to cross the one line that could cost him everything—getting involved with his player’s younger sister. Hannah Everett has spent her entire life chasing perfection on the ice. A world champion figure skater, she’s burned out and unsure of what comes next, searching for a way to rediscover both herself and her love of skating. When Hannah agrees to coach Brody’s daughter for the season, keeping their distance should be easy. One night was already a mistake—one they’re determined not to repeat. But the more time they spend together, the harder it becomes to ignore the connection growing between them. As the tension builds and the stakes rise, Brody and Hannah will have to decide if their relationship is worth risking everything—including his career—once the truth comes out.

Sin Bin

Chelsea Curto · 2025

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D.C. Stars

Hudson Hayes, star defenseman for the DC Stars, needs help. He’s been looking for a private chef for months but keeps coming up short. With the NHL season starting and no prospects in sight, he’s close to giving up. Madeline Galloway needs a job. Recently let go from her executive chef position in Las Vegas, she’s desperate as can be when she reaches out to an old acquaintance about a possible job opportunity…. in Washington DC. After hitting it off with her prospective employer--the blond hockey star who seems to have a heart of gold--she and her daughter, Lucy, make the move east. The rules were simple: no personal relationships. No falling for the romantic guy who always made her smile, even if they are living together and spending all their free time with each other. But after a kiss on New Year’s Eve, everything changes. The lines blur. Being Hudson’s friend—and only his friend—is the last thing on her mind. And when Hudson learns American Sign Language for Lucy, his feelings might be a slap shot to Madeline's heart.

Slap Shot

Chelsea Curto · 2025

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Vipers

I accidentally witnessed a brutal murder. I froze, pretended I saw nothing, hoping I could leave it behind. But my plan backfired, and my life spiraled downward. Now, I'm the target of cold-blooded revenge. Jude Callahan isn't just a hockey god―he's a devil no one dares to cross. My existence disrupts his stardom, prestige, and possible serial killer career choice. And he's set out to make me pay for that moment of silence. No matter how much I run or hide, he finds me, watching from the shadows. Like a predator. I thought he'd stop at the stalking. Or even better, he'd kill me and finally end my misery. But Jude has other plans. He says I can't die. I have to pay for my sins. And just like that, he drags me into his depraved world, kicking and screaming.

Sweet Venom

Rina Kent · 2025

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Talented but consistently overlooked, Sophie has never been able to catch a break. Riding is her life, but she hasn’t been raised with a stable in her garden the same way some of her competition have. But this summer is different – she’s just earned herself a spot at the prestigious Blackwood Equestrian Camp. Luke, the camp’s star jumper – charming, wealthy and with a perfect seat in the saddle he’s actually a very sweet boy at heart. His dad owns the Blackwood estate, so he’s always had it easy and never met a girl who doesn’t fall at his feet . . . until Sophie. Scrappy Finley is a stable hand who works for the estate with a talent for breaking in difficult horses. He’s brooding, rough around the edges, and hiding a secret that could ruin him. When a major riding competition is on the line, forcing them all to work together, Sophie must decide who really has her heart, and whether she’s willing to risk everything for love.

Taking the Reins

Ivy Bailey · 2026

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Boys Of Tommen

Gerard "Gibsie" Gibson is the life of the party at Tommen College, a cheeky, lovable class clown who can turn any situation into a punchline. But the "happy-go-lucky" persona is a carefully constructed shield. Beneath the jokes, Gibsie is a boy haunted by a traumatic past, using humor as a desperate lifeline to keep his demons at bay. He’s spent years making sure the world only sees the comedian, never the cracks in his foundation. There is only one person who sees through the act: Claire Biggs. Claire is the quintessential sunshine girl, a constant beam of light who has spent her entire life adoring the boy across the street. As his best friend's little sister, she’s had a front-row seat to the real Gerard, the one who doesn't need a script or a laugh. Claire is determined to be the anchor for her wild-at-heart childhood friend, but her feelings have long since evolved into something deeper than mere loyalty. When the storm clouds finally roll in and a sudden shift in their dynamic crosses the line from friendship to something far more intense, their shared history is put to the ultimate test. As the masks fall away and the gravity of Gibsie’s past threatens to pull them both under, they must decide if their bond is strong enough to weather the riptide, or if getting serious will be the one thing that finally breaks them.

Taming 7

Chloe Walsh · 2024

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Vipers

When two ruthless enemies collide. My name is Preston Armstrong, and I'm the most depraved bastard you'll ever meet. I take what I want, ruin what I don't, and live exactly how I please. That is, until I crash into the force of nature that is Marcus Osborn. Captain of our rival hockey team and the perpetual thorn in my side. A migraine in human form and the one person who refuses to play by my rules. He's my brand of heartless and just as deranged. I set out to crush him, his career, and his infuriatingly gorgeous face. But Marcus hits back with equal force, turning our rivalry into a violent, addictive dance neither of us can walk away from. We were supposed to annihilate each other. Instead, we spark a fire that threatens to devour everything in its path. In this battle of two unhinged souls, our bodies become collateral damage. But I never expected our stone-cold hearts to get involved.

Tempting Venom

Rina Kent · 2026

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Hellcats Hockey

Lennon Saint Devereaux has a reputation that precedes him. Orleans University’s resident bad boy on and off the ice. And I know to stay far away. Until there’s a mixup and we’re forced to share our ice time. I can’t stand his cocky attitude, or how annoyingly attractive he is. He’s the reason the Bad Boy Rule exists. Because guys like him will break your heart. But the more time I spend with the hot, tattooed enforcer, the more I realize that being bad… has never been so much fun. Saint Lennon Rousseau plays the role of a high society socialite well. She’s the definition of a good girl. Valedictorian, president of the esteemed Social Club, a purity pact with her friends. And I want to ruin her the way that her father ruined my life. I can think of a hundred ways to dirty her up, and getting her beneath me is the perfect place to start. I thought she might be the answer to getting my revenge, but now I’m beginning to wonder if she’s the one who’ll bring me to my knees instead.

The Bad Boy Rule

Maren Moore · 2025

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Hellcats Hockey

Merritt I’m done with hockey players. Done with their egos. Done with their lies. Done with being the girl who isn’t good enough. My focus is law school. My future. A life better than the one I came from. Then I get paired with Bennett Legros in creative writing. Orleans University's resident playboy. The star goalie with a reputation for breaking hearts as easily as he stops pucks. And the guy who somehow doesn’t remember the humiliating night between us sophomore year... even though I’ve never forgotten. He’s the last person I should trust. But when my cheating ex transfers to Orleans University and has the audacity to parade the other woman around, Bennett offers me the perfect solution. Fake date the campus golden boy. Make my ex jealous. Prove I’ve moved on. No feelings. No complications. No risk. Except the more time I spend with the annoyingly charming goalie, the harder it becomes to remember why I disliked him in the first place. And the more real our fake relationship feels, the more I wonder if I'm about to make the same mistake twice. Bennett Everyone thinks they know who I am. The life of the party. The flirt. The guy who never takes anything seriously. What nobody sees is the pressure crushing me from every direction. My NHL dreams are slipping away. My starting position is suddenly at risk. And for once in my life, I’m done chasing distractions. No more meaningless hookups. No girls. No exceptions. Until Merritt St. Pierre comes crashing into my world. My beautiful, sharp-tongued class partner. Oh and surprise…she’s my rival’s ex. One unexpected kiss leads to the best game of my career. Now I need another one. For luck, obviously. Turns out convincing her to fake date me is way easier than getting her to actually like me. But the more I’m around her, the less I care about lucky superstitions. For once, this isn’t about the chase… The girl who doesn’t seem to want me might be the only one I can't let go. Because for the first time in my life, I'm not worried about defending the net. I'm worried about keeping the girl. And that’s a game I have no idea how to win.

The Casanova Complex

Maren Moore · 2026

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Campus Diaries

Charlotte Kingston is living two lives―and she's nailing both of them. By day, she's the perfect sorority girl, a biomedical engineering student, and the adopted daughter of an overachieving family. By night, she's Charlie: a risk-taking daredevil looking for fun who finds herself chatting on a dating app with two anonymous hotties. Will Larsen may seem like the breezy boy next door, but his congressman father is a constant thorn in his side. After a scandal hits another Division 1 hockey program, Will's dad is determined to distance his son from it, hiring a journalist to prove how squeaky-clean Will and his team are. Which means the last thing Will wants is for anyone to find out he and his best friend Beckett Dunne―a laidback Aussie shielding secret heartache―sometimes share girls in the bedroom. When Charlie finally meets them in person and realizes she's been chatting with two gorgeous Briar U hockey players, things get steamy―fast. But all their messy secrets are piling up, and real life soon threatens to shatter the fantasy. With Charlie, Will, and Beckett all coming to terms with what they want and what others want for them, difficult decisions will need to be made. Especially when lust starts to look a lot like love.

The Charlie Method

Elle Kennedy · 2025

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Briar U

Summer Di Laurentis is a whirlwind of sunshine, sparkles, and sass, arriving at Briar U determined to prove there is a serious fashion student beneath her "party girl" exterior. Her fresh start comes with a major complication: she’s moving into a house full of her brother’s hockey teammates. While she is used to having every head in the room turn her way, she quickly meets her match in Colin "Fitzy" Fitzgerald, the tattooed, quiet gamer who seems completely immune to her charms. Fitzy is a man of few words who prefers the solitude of his sketches and video games to the chaotic spotlight Summer brings with her. To him, she is too loud, too bold, and a guaranteed headache. Yet, as the reality of being roommates sets in, his carefully constructed walls begin to crumble. Summer gets under his skin in a way no one else ever has, sparking a slow-burn tension that neither of them can ignore. Amidst wild parties and brutal hockey seasons, Summer and Fitzy must navigate their clashing personalities and undeniable chemistry, discovering that the person who is the "opposite of everything they wanted" might be exactly what they need.

The Chase

Elle Kennedy · 2018

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The Los Angeles Sharks Duology

The friend zone is not the end zone for Bree Camden, who is helplessly in love with her longtime best friend and extremely hot NFL legend, Nathan Donelson. The only problem is that she can’t admit her true feelings, because he clearly sees her as a best friend with no romantic potential, and the last thing Bree wants is to ruin their relationship. But those abs . . . Nope! Nothing but good old-fashioned, no-touching-the-sexiest-man-alive, platonic friendship for Bree. In any case, she has other things to worry about. After a car accident ended her chance at becoming a professional ballerina, Bree changed paths and now owns her own dance studio, with big dreams to expand it. But one more rent increase could mean the end of the studio entirely. Then, as usual, Nathan comes to the rescue and buys the entire building. A stubborn Bree is not happy about it and decides to rebel with a couple—okay, maybe more than a couple—of tequila shots. Then her plan backfires as she spills her deepest, darkest secret to a TMZ reporter. One viral video later, the world thinks Nathan and Bree are the perfect couple. Before they can really talk about her confession, Nathan’s publicist proposes a big opportunity that could mean financial security for Bree. The catch? They have to pretend to be in love. For three whole weeks. What will happen when Bree gives in to the feelings she’s been desperately hiding for so long, and could she be imagining that Nathan is actually enjoying it? Sarah Adams scores more than touchdowns in this exciting romantic comedy.

The Cheat Sheet

Sarah Adams · 2021

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Off Campus

Hannah Wells is confident, sharp, and successful in almost every area of her life, except when it comes to sex and seduction. Burdened by a heavy set of baggage from her past, she’s struggled to get the attention of the one guy she actually wants. To step out of her comfort zone and finally get noticed, she strikes a deal with the last person she ever expected to help her: Garrett Graham, the cocky, childish, and undeniably annoying captain of the college hockey team. Garrett’s only goal is to play professional hockey, but his plummeting GPA is about to bench him for good. He needs a tutor, and Hannah is his only hope. In exchange for her academic help, Garrett agrees to a "pretend dating" scheme designed to make Hannah’s crush jealous. It’s a win-win arrangement until one unexpected, earth-shattering kiss turns their "fake" relationship into the wildest physical connection either has ever experienced. As the lines between the deal and their real feelings blur, Garrett realizes he’s no longer playing a part. Now, he just has to convince the sarcastic brunette that the guy she’s been looking for has been standing right in front of her all along.

The Deal

Elle Kennedy · 2023

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Gods of the Game

As the captain of Blackcastle Football Club and one of the highest-paid athletes in the game, Vincent DuBois should be on top of the world. But when his fame brings danger to his doorstep, he finds himself in a nightmare scenario―sharing a flat with his coach's daughter, knowing full well she's far too big a temptation for him to resist. When his new living arrangements escalate into a bet that throws them even closer together, he realizes he's in deeper trouble than he thought. He's always played to win―but for her, he might just risk it all. *** As a sports nutritionist and the daughter of a legendary coach, Brooklyn Armstrong is used to dealing with hotshot athletes. However, no player gets under her skin like Vincent, her best friend's infuriatingly cocky (and gorgeous) brother. She left California hoping for a fresh start, and he's the kind of distraction she doesn't need. Now, he's sleeping in the room next to hers while her career is up in the air and her defenses are crumbling. But no matter how many sparks fly between them, a relationship between the captain and the coach's daughter could never work…could it?

The Defender

Ana Huang · 2025

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Campus Diaries

"I told them I had a girlfriend." I start to laugh. "This is the greatest day of my life." "Oh, it gets better, Dixon. I told them it was you." Diana Dixon has a lot going on this summer. She's rehearsing for a ballroom dance competition, juggling two jobs, and dealing with an ex-boyfriend who can't take the hint it's over. Yet despite all that, she still has plenty of time and energy to tell Shane Lindley to screw off. Shane just moved into her apartment building and seems dedicated to sleeping his way through her entire cheerleading squad. Sure, he's a tall, gorgeous hockey player, but he's messing with her turf. This calls for some ground rules: no parties in her apartment, leave her teammates alone, and―most importantly―leave her alone. What Diana doesn't realize is that Shane's sick of hookups and tired of being on the rebound after his long-term girlfriend called it quits. He wants a relationship. And when his ex comes back into the picture, he pretends he has one to make her jealous…and who better to play the girlfriend role than his sassy new neighbor? Despite Diana's reluctance to break her rule, a fake relationship is the perfect solution for her own ex issues, and soon she can't deny something is sizzling between her and Shane. Something hot and completely unexpected. And it might just be getting a little too real.

The Dixon Rule

Elle Kennedy · 2024

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Jack Baker is on top of the world now that he’s back on the rink where he belongs. But the high comes crashing down when he reinjures his arm immediately following his return to the ice, and this time, he might never be able to play again. After a lifetime as the strong, happy hockey guy whose sister needed him, Jack is left questioning everything he knows about himself. Abigail Thompson feels like she’s hit rock bottom. It’s only been a few months since the massive scandal that finally severed the cord between her and her narcissistic father. And now, in her last weeks of grad school, she’s been kicked out of her building with very short notice. The last thing she wants to do is ask her half-brother for help after what she’s put him through, but it’s looking like his best friend’s spare room might be her only choice. Jack is flighty, flirty, and a little full of himself—all the things Abby’s learned to avoid in men. However, spending every day together breaks the ice between them, and she starts to realize that Jack might not be who he seems. It’s possible that maybe, just maybe, he might be struggling as much as she is. Soon, confiding in each other leads to falling into bed, and this fling will either play with their hearts—or score them the ultimate goal of love.

The Final Score

Lana Ferguson · 2026

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Off Campus

Sabrina James is a woman with a plan. A college senior with her sights set on a cutthroat law career, she is determined to outrun a difficult past through sheer ambition and academic excellence. Her blueprint for success definitely doesn’t involve falling for a hockey player, let alone one who believes in soulmates. However, a single night of intense passion and unexpected tenderness with John Tucker changes everything, leaving Sabrina facing a future she never factored into her spreadsheets. John Tucker has always been the ultimate team player, content to let others take the spotlight as long as the job gets done. But when he discovers he’s going to be a father at twenty-two, he refuses to sit on the sidelines. He is fully committed to Sabrina and their baby, captivated by her sharp wit and fierce independence. The challenge? Sabrina has spent her life building walls to protect her heart, and she is far too stubborn to let anyone, especially a charming athlete, derail her dreams or offer her an "assist." As Sabrina struggles to balance her legal aspirations with her new reality, Tucker must prove that he’s more than just a fleeting distraction. He’s determined to show her that a "happily ever after" isn't a sign of weakness, and that the most important goals in life are the ones you don't have to reach alone.

The Goal

Elle Kennedy · 2016

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Hellcats Hockey

Maisie The night I decided to stop being the good girl…I met him. Dark eyes. Rough hands. Dangerous edge. A stranger who made me forget every rule I’ve ever lived by. But turns out Wilder Hawthorne isn’t just the hookup I can’t stop thinking about. He’s the new hockey coach at my university. More than a decade older. And the man who says I was a mistake… Now we’re forced to work together, pretending nothing happened. Soon every glance starts to feel like a promise. Every touch feels dangerous. The more time I spend with the grumpy, callous coach, the more I wonder if I’m the one thing he can’t resist. The way he looks at me says he’s already broken his own rules. And the more he tries to keep his distance, the more I want to push him over the edge. Wilder Getting kicked out of the NHL was supposed to be rock bottom. Now the only way to fix my reputation is coaching at the one place I never wanted to return to…Orleans University. New job. Clean image. No scandals. Until her. Maisie Delacroix. The sunshiney preacher’s daughter I spent one reckless night with before I knew who she was. College student. My team’s new philanthropy liaison. The off-limits distraction I can’t afford. One rumor could cost me everything. She’s too sweet. Too innocent. Too good for a guy like me. But the more she looks at me like I’m worth saving, the more I realize the only thing more dangerous than crossing the line…is wanting to.

The Good Girl Exception

Maren Moore · 2026

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Campus Diaries

Gigi Graham is a force to be reckoned with: focused, fearless, and tired of being known only as "Garrett Graham’s daughter." With her sights set on the national team, she is determined to carve out her own legacy on the ice. Enter Luke Ryder: six-and-a-half feet of brooding intensity and the new co-captain of the Briar hockey team. Luke is currently drowning in "baggage" and struggling to lead a fractured roster, leaving him with zero patience for anything that doesn't involve winning, especially not a distracting favor for a rival's daughter. But they both have something the other needs, leading to a high-stakes, strictly business arrangement. Luke agrees to help Gigi sharpen her legendary goal-scoring skills, and in exchange, she’ll use her influence to help him win the hard-earned favor of her father, his legendary coach. The plan is simple: keep their heads down and their skates on the ice. However, the more they push each other to their limits during late-night practice sessions, the more the professional friction ignites into something much more personal. As their "business deal" begins to melt under the heat of an undeniable attraction, Gigi and Luke have to decide if following their hearts is worth the risk of losing their focus, and the game.

The Graham Effect

Elle Kennedy · 2023

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Gods of the Game

Famed goalkeeper Noah Wilson doesn't do relationships or complications. The only thing the grumpy single dad wants is to do his job and spend more time with his daughter. Unfortunately, his bachelor status has made it impossible to find the right nanny for her. With the World Cup looming and a string of fired nannies in his wake, he has no choice but to hire the last person he wants close to his orbit. Carina is too stubborn and far too appealing for her own good, but she's also a natural with his daughter. And the way his heart skips a beat whenever she's around? That's nothing more than a coincidence. He's sure of it. *** Carina Vu has a problem. She's worked multiple jobs and saved up for years to fulfill her childhood dream of visiting Antarctica, but just when she's close, an unexpected emergency wipes her account clean. Now, she's back to square one. The clock is ticking, and she needs another job ASAP. Her best (and only) option is to nanny for Noah, the brooding athlete whom she's convinced hates her. But the more time she spends with him and his adorable daughter, the more cracks she sees in his gruff exterior. And the man underneath all that grumpiness? He's enough to make her rethink everything―including what (and who) it is that she actually wants.

The Keeper

Ana Huang · 2026

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Off Campus

The glory days of Briar U are officially in the rear view mirror, but for the four couples who defined an era, life is only getting more intense. Three years after graduation, Garrett and Hannah, Logan and Grace, Dean and Allie, and Tucker and Sabrina are navigating a world that requires more than just a high hockey IQ and campus charm. The transition into adulthood is hitting them all in different, life-altering ways: a high-profile wedding, a nervous proposal, a spontaneous elopement, and a surprise pregnancy that changes everything. While their bonds were forged in the heat of college romance, "real life" is proving to be a much more brutal opponent. From career pressures and family expectations to the heavy lifting of building a future together, these eight friends are discovering that staying in love is the easy part, it's the growing up that's hard. As their paths converge for these major milestones, they must lean on one another to survive the challenges that four years of university never prepared them for, proving that while the game has changed, their loyalty hasn't.

The Legacy

Elle Kennedy · 2021

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Off Campus

College junior John Logan is the ultimate campus heartthrob, a star hockey player who navigates a world of endless parties and easy hook-ups with a killer grin. But beneath his carefree exterior, Logan is spiraling, hiding a growing sense of despair about the dead-end life awaiting him after graduation. When he meets freshman Grace Ivers, he expects another brief, sexy distraction to numb the pressure. Instead, a thoughtless mistake on his part sends the one girl who actually matters walking out of his life, leaving Logan to spend his final year at Briar University desperate to prove he’s worth a second chance. But the Grace who returns for her sophomore year isn't the quiet, shy "butterfly" Logan remembers. Older, wiser, and completely over the arrogant hockey players who think the world owes them a favor, Grace has no intention of being just another notch on a puck bunny's belt. She isn't looking for a charity case or a hollow apology; she’s looking for a man who will actually work to earn her trust. As Logan realizes that his usual game won't work on the new-and-improved Grace, he finds himself in the passenger seat for the first time, and Grace is more than happy to drive him absolutely wild.

The Mistake

Elle Kennedy · 2015

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Love evens the score between two tennis players in this stunning debut romance. Recently-turned-pro tennis player Austin Hardy has been out since high school and it’s never been a big deal. That is, until he becomes the first openly gay man to compete in a Grand Slam tournament. Suddenly, being gay is a huge deal, with headlines to prove it. Unprepared for this new spotlight, Austin’s anxiety disorder hits a breaking point, and he trips and falls at practice. Right next to the very attractive, very talented, and probably straight Diego Cruz, ranked second in the world. The two professional rivals start a friendship off the court. But between their flirty banter, mixed signals, and looming showdown, Austin is thrown further off his game by Diego. With the eyes of the world on Austin, the weight of history on his shoulders, and Diego across the net, he must decide whether love means nothing or if it means everything as he battles for the trophy during an electric two weeks at the US Open.

The Open Era

Edward Schmit · 2026

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Windy City

Ryan Shay, the newly appointed captain of the Chicago Devils, has a reputation for being a cold, unapproachable lone wolf with zero work-life balance. When his General Manager questions his leadership, Ryan decides the best way to prove he’s a team player is by faking a relationship with his new roommate, Indy Ivers, who also happens to be his sister’s best friend. Indy is a messy, emotional romantic who is the complete opposite of the controlling NBA superstar, but she agrees to the charade in exchange for a high-profile date to a wedding where her ex-boyfriend will be watching. As they navigate their staged romance, the lines between performance and reality begin to blur, especially when the domestic intimacy of sharing an apartment makes faking it feel far too natural. Despite their undeniable chemistry, Ryan remains adamant that he doesn't believe in love, leaving Indy to wonder if falling for her roommate was a play that will ultimately break her heart.

The Right Move

Liz Tomforde · 2023

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Off Campus

Allie Hayes is in full-blown crisis mode. With graduation fast approaching and no career path in sight, she’s also nursing the sting of a major breakup. The last thing she needs is a complicated romantic entanglement, but Briar University’s resident heartthrob, Dean Di Laurentis, is a temptation she can't seem to shake. One night of wild rebound sex was supposed to be the cure, but Allie is determined to leave it at that. She has enough uncertainty in her future without adding a notorious "one-night stand king" to the mix. Dean Di Laurentis is used to a life of easy wins, whether it’s his grades, his hockey stats, or his legendary success with women. He’s never met a challenge he couldn’t charm his way through, until Allie. After one world-rocking night, she does the unthinkable: she puts him in the friend zone. Refusing to accept defeat, Dean launches a full-court press to win her back, but he quickly realizes that Allie requires more than just flashy moves and easy lines. As graduation looms and unexpected, life-altering changes strike, the "scoring" king finds himself playing a brand-new game. Dean is forced to decide if he’s ready to trade his reputation for something permanent, proving to Allie, and himself, that he's finally ready to shoot for love.

The Score

Elle Kennedy · 2016

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Gods of the Game

Asher Donovan is a living legend―the darling of the Premier League, the (arguably) greatest footballer in the world. But his reckless antics and recent team transfer have caused much controversy, and when his feud with his rival-turned-teammate costs them a championship, they're forced to "bond" during off-season cross-training. Surviving the summer shouldn't be hard…until Asher meets their new trainer. She's beautiful, talented, and no matter how hard he tries, he can't take his mind off her. The only problem? She's his rival's sister―and completely off limits. *** Scarlett DuBois is a former prima ballerina whose career was cut short by a tragic accident. Now a teacher at a prestigious dance academy but still haunted by the ghosts of her past, the last thing she wants is to spend the summer cross-training Asher Donovan, of all people. She swore she would never date a footballer, but when her brother leaves town for an emergency, she finds herself thrown into dangerously close proximity with the gorgeous, charming striker. Training, she can deal with. But falling in love? That's out of the question―especially when he's the only person with the power to break her heart.

The Striker

Ana Huang · 2024

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Vanessa Mazur is done. After two years of being the invisible backbone for the National Football Organization's top defensive end, she’s finally choosing herself. Her tenure as a personal assistant was only ever meant to be a stepping stone, and she’s officially reached her limit of washing extra-large jerseys for a man who couldn’t be bothered to offer a "good morning," let alone a "happy birthday." Aiden Graves, famously known as the "Wall of Winnipeg," is a legend on the field and a fortress off it. To his fans, he’s a god; to Vanessa, he’s the most stoic, thankless boss in professional sports. She’s ready to leave the extra-long hours and the cold silences behind to pursue her own dreams, until the Wall shows up at her front door. For the first time in his career, Aiden is the one doing the chasing. Shocked to find the normally "Walled-Off" athlete actually letting his guard down, Vanessa is even more stunned by his proposal. He isn't just asking her to return to her old desk; he’s proposing a new, highly "personal" arrangement that pushes their professional relationship into completely uncharted territory. Now, Vanessa has to decide if she’s willing to step back into the shadow of the man who always gets what he wants, or if the "Wall" is finally ready to let her in.

The Wall Of Winnipeg And Me

Mariana Zapata · 2023

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Dirty Air

Noah Slade is Formula 1 royalty and the reigning king of the track, a man whose singular focus is securing another World Championship title. But this season, his concentration is shattered by Maya Alatorre, the sister of his teammate and his most bitter rival. Despite the high stakes of the circuit, Noah finds himself engineered into her orbit at every press tour, pre-race ritual, and black-tie gala. She is a "distraction dressed like a daydream," and while Noah knows that getting involved with a rival’s sister is a professional death wish, his obsession only deepens with every mile they travel together. Maya joins the tour to support her brother’s championship dreams, arriving with a firm vow to avoid Noah at all costs. She knows the reputation of the man she was warned about, but across twenty-one grueling races, the forbidden attraction becomes impossible to ignore. What starts as a series of secret encounters evolves into a connection that threatens to ignite a scandal in the high-octane world of F1. As the season nears its finish line, both must decide if the risk to their reputations and Maya’s brother’s trust is worth a love that might crash and burn once the final checkered flag drops.

Throttled

Lauren Asher · 2020

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Clean

The Undone

Toren Kane has always been a magnet for trouble. Branded as dangerous and brutal, his reputation has followed him from the playground to the ice rink. After a scandal cost him his first-round NHL draft pick, Toren’s last shot at redemption lies with Waterfell University’s hockey team, who all despise him for what he did to their captain at the last Frozen Four competition. To make matters worse, Waterfell’s new assistant coach is Christophe LaBlanc, Toren’s former coach and the man who knows all his darkest secrets. Lillian LaBlanc is out of chances, according to her father. After flunking out of an Ivy League, she’s struggling and her father’s strict rules are the only things keeping her afloat. Suffering beneath the weight of his suffocating control, Lily is desperate to keep her need to paint as hidden as her depression. But her fragile stability is threatened when she discovers that Toren Kane, her childhood best friend and first love, is also attending Waterfell, and is on her father’s team. As Toren and Lily’s lives collide once more, old wounds and unresolved feelings resurface. Toren must confront his self-destructive tendencies and learn to let others in, while Lily faces the daunting task of breaking free from her father’s grip. Their connection could be the key to healing, or the spark that reignites the chaos they’ve both been trying to escape.

Undone

Peyton Corinne

📅 Oct 27, 2026

sports romance hockey romance second chance antihero mmc x coach's daughter emotional

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Warm

Playing For Keeps

When it comes to dating, Adam Lockwood wouldn’t know luck if it hit him in the face. After a failed relationship and a string of dates gone wrong, the thought of being vulnerable with someone is terrifying, most women only see his fame. But when his dog runs into Rosie Wells, a beautiful woman with a blush as pink as her hair, she doesn’t seem to have a clue who he is, and Adam seizes the opportunity as a chance to finally be himself. Rosie has her hands full as a single mother and fourth-year veterinary student, and she certainly wouldn’t know a hockey player if she ran into one. She doesn’t have time to date, and she’s fiercely protective of her little family. But when a chance encounter leads her to Adam, she knows it’s worth risking her heart. The only problem? Adam is used to wearing a mask, he’s a goalie, after all. And as he holds onto a secret that threatens to unravel him and destroy his new family, they’re both at risk of losing more than ever before.

Unravel Me

Becka Mack · 2023

sports romance hockey romance found family single mum emotional

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Warm

The Undone

Rhys Koteskiy is a shell of the man he used to be. As a hockey legacy and the captain of Waterfell University, his path to the NHL seemed inevitable, until a brutal hit during the Frozen Four left him grappling with a concussion and a soul-crushing fear of the ice. Now, plagued by nightmares and paralyzing panic attacks, Rhys is desperate to feel anything other than the hollow emptiness that has consumed his life. Sadie Brown, a spitfire figure skater with a "bad attitude" and a reputation for disappearing, is feeling far too much. Drowning under the weight of mounting debt, a bitter custody battle for her younger brothers, and the relentless pressure of her sport, she is just trying to survive until tomorrow. She doesn't have time for distractions, and she certainly doesn't have time for the school’s golden boy. Their worlds collide when Sadie witnesses one of Rhys’s private breakdowns. Instead of judgment, an unspoken understanding forms between them, a fragile bond built on shared pain and quiet comfort. While Rhys is drawn to the vibrant, high-volume emotions that seem to burst from Sadie, she finds a rare sanctuary in his presence. But as their connection deepens, the secrets they are both guarding threaten to shatter the progress they've made. In a world that demands perfection, they are both skating on thin ice, trying to decide if healing is possible when the past refuses to let go.

Unsteady

Peyton Corinne · 2024

sports romance hockey romance mental health rep golden retriever x black cat emotional

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Spicy

Him

Five months in, NHL forward Ryan Wesley is having a record-breaking rookie season. He’s living his dream of playing pro hockey and coming home every night to the man he loves—Jamie Canning, his longtime best friend turned boyfriend. There’s just one problem: the most important relationship of his life is one he needs to keep hidden, or else face a media storm that will eclipse his success on the ice. Jamie loves Wes. He really, truly does. But hiding sucks. It’s not the life Jamie envisioned for himself, and the strain of keeping their secret is taking its toll. It doesn’t help that his new job isn’t going as smoothly as he’d hoped, but he knows he can power through it as long as he has Wes. At least apartment 10B is their retreat, where they can always be themselves. Or can they? When Wes’s nosiest teammate moves in upstairs, the threads of their carefully woven lie begin to unravel. With the outside world determined to take its best shot at them, can Wes and Jamie develop major-league relationship skills on the fly?

Sarina Bowen · 2016

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Warm

D.C. Stars

Ethan's book.

Weak Side

Chelsea Curto · 2027

📅 Jan 24, 2027

contemporary sports romance hockey romance steamy

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Warm

Silver Springs

Xander Hendrix was the only person in the world who was kind to me. Not my horrible family, and certainly no one else at school. He was the boy who protected me from bullies and made me feel . . . seen. Now, all these years later, he’s a hockey superstar, back in our hometown of Silver Springs with an injury—and he doesn’t remember me at all. Let me tell you, that will mess with your head. But I’ve never forgotten him. I’ve followed his amazing hockey career, cheering him on from afar while dealing with an abusive mother and a soul-crushing workload. Now I’ve been hired as his physical therapist. Suddenly, my sole job is to spend every day with the tall, sexy athlete, helping him get back in shape to return to the ice and the sport he loves. But this isn’t just about rehab for him. The way he looks at me, takes care of me, and touches me is so much more than a simple working relationship. When my already fragile life starts to totally fall apart, Xander is there to help me pick up the pieces. He’s the one person I can lean on. Count on. And don’t even get me started on what the man can do to my body. But when he’s healed and it’s time for him to return to Denver, will what we’ve built be strong enough to keep us together? Or will I have to say goodbye?

What About Us

Kristen Proby · 2026

sports romance hockey romance friends to lovers small town romance emotional

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Sweet

The Darling Devils

Enemies. Teammates. Something dangerously close to more . . . Parker Darling is ready to take center ice, but the Ransom Devils' new coach already hates him for a dumb mistake Parker made years ago—with the help of that new coach’s daughter. Kenzie Foster loves hockey. If only her hockey-coach dad hadn't forbidden her from playing—thanks to Parker Darling. When the Devils’ goalie gets injured, Parker is determined to lead the team back to greatness. Kenzie, meanwhile, sees a wide-open net just waiting to prove her dad wrong. Parker and Kenzie will need to work together to reach their goals—but does that mean risking another big mistake?

Wild Darling

Alexandra Moody · 2026

sports romance young adult romance YA hockey romance enemies to lovers cosy

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Warm

Maple Hills

When Maple Hills students Russ Callaghan and Aurora Roberts collide at a year-end party, a fueled-up drinking game leads to a night of intense, unforgettable passion. Aurora, a pro at protecting her heart by never overstaying her welcome, vanishes into the night before Russ can even learn her last name. She’s used to expecting little from men, and Russ is left wondering if he’ll ever see the mystery girl again. The universe, however, has a sense of humor. Both arrive at a summer camp for their first day as counselors, desperate to escape the shadows of their home lives. Russ is running from the fallout of his father’s gambling addiction, hoping the woods will provide the sanctuary he needs to clear his head. Aurora, weary of her own constant craving for external validation, has returned to the only place she ever truly felt like herself. The catch? The camp has a legendary, iron-clad rule: No staff romances. For Russ, getting sent home means facing a reality he isn't ready for. But Aurora has never been one to follow the script, and she certainly doesn't care about the rules. As the summer heat intensifies, they find themselves trapped between the safety of their secrets and a smoldering chemistry that refuses to stay in the past. They might have intended for their night together to be a one-off, but they’re about to find out that some fires are impossible to extinguish.

Wildfire

Hannah Grace · 2023

sports romance one night stand strangers to lovers summer romance cosy

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Warm

Dirty Air

Jax Pills. Alcohol. Adrenaline. I'm addicted to destructive decisions that numb my pain. Until one night when I make a catastrophic mistake. To repair my broken reputation, my team hires Elena-- An overpaid babysitter set on ruining my plans. She's my damnation disguised as my salvation. And my newest addiction. Elena I begged the universe to save me from my financial disaster. It answered my call with a Formula 1 team desperate for a PR miracle. One season. One job. One broody British racer. Except that Jax turns our hotel room into a battleground. To beat the enemy, I need to find his weaknesses. What I learn threatens to ruin everything. Him. Me. Us. Love is a warzone, and neither one of us plans to surrender.

Wrecked

Lauren Asher · 2020

sports romance f1 romance enemies to lovers forced proximity steamy

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What is Sports Romance?

Sports Romance is a romance genre that blends the high-adrenaline world of competition with emotional, swoony love stories. Usually following athletes, coaches, teammates, or people connected to the sports scene as they fall in love under pressure. Popular in BookTok spaces, it’s known for intense training moments, locker room banter, slow burns, and relationships that grow alongside the pursuit of big dreams. There are many types of sports romance, whether it’s football, hockey, basketball, Formula 1, or figure skating, these stories explore ambition, sacrifice, fame, and vulnerability, delivering both the thrill of the game and the emotional payoff of a hard-earned happily ever after.

Popular Sports Romance Books

The Deal (Off-Campus #1) by Elle Kennedy

Sport: Hockey

Hannah Wells is finally crushing on someone, but she’s far from confident in the bedroom. Enter Garrett Graham, the university’s star hockey captain. He needs her help to pass a class; she needs him to make her crush jealous. It’s a win-win, until one “fake” date leads to a connection neither of them saw coming.

The Mistake (Off-Campus #2) by Elle Kennedy

Sport: Hockey

John Logan is the campus playboy, but behind the smirk, he’s panicking about his future. When he makes a massive mistake with Grace Ivers, he realizes he’s let the “one” get away. Now, he’s going to have to work twice as hard to prove he’s worth a second chance.

Icebreaker by Hannah Grace

Sport: Hockey & Figure Skating

Anastasia Allen has worked her entire life for a shot at Team USA. Nathan Hawkins is the captain of the hockey team who just lost his rink. When the two teams are forced to share the ice, sparks (and tempers) fly. It’s a spicy, competitive journey where Nathan proves he’s the ultimate “book boyfriend.”

Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid

Sport: Hockey

Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov are rivals on the ice and even bigger rivals in the rankings. But behind closed doors, they’ve been carrying on a secret, physical relationship for years. This is the gold standard for “enemies-to-lovers” in the MM sports romance subgenre.

The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata

Sport: Football

Vanessa Mazur is the assistant and housekeeper to the “Wall of Winnipeg,” professional football player Aiden Graves. He’s cold, he’s silent, and he’s difficult. But when Vanessa finally quits to follow her own dreams, Aiden shows up at her door with a proposal she can’t refuse.

Mile High (Windy City #1) by Liz Tomforde

Sport: Hockey

Zanders is the NHL’s resident bad boy, cocky, talented, and loud. Stevie is the flight attendant on the team’s private jet who has no time for his ego. As they fly across the country, the banter turns into a deep connection that challenges Zanders to finally grow up.

Consider Me (Playing for Keeps #1) by Becka Mack

Sport: Hockey

Carter Beckett is a legendary flirt with a “no strings attached” policy. Until he meets Olive, who is completely unimpressed by his fame and his moves. It’s a hilarious, high-heat pursuit as Carter tries to convince her he’s actually worth the risk.

Throttled (Dirty Air #1) by Lauren Asher

Sport: Formula 1

Maya Alatorre is the sister of an F1 star, and she has one rule: don’t date a driver. Especially not Noah Slade, her brother’s rival who is as arrogant as he is handsome. In the high-speed world of racing, their secret attraction is a disaster waiting to happen.

Behind the Net by Stephanie Archer

Sport: Hockey

After a bad breakup, Jamie moves to a new city to pursue her dreams as a musician and ends up as the live-in assistant for a grumpy NHL goalie. He’s intense and focused, but living in close quarters makes it impossible to keep things professional.

Pucking Around by Emily Rath

Sport: Hockey

Looking for a “Why Choose” romance? This massive hit follows a female team doctor and the three hockey players who fall for her. It’s a polyamorous story that balances emotional depth with a lot of heat.

Binding 13 (Boys of Tommen #1) by Chloe Walsh

Sport: Rugby

Set in Ireland, this is a heavy, emotional story about Johnny, a rising rugby star, and Shannon, a girl trying to escape a traumatic home life. It’s a “he protects her” trope executed with raw intensity and heart-wrenching stakes.

Caught Up (Windy City #3) by Liz Tomforde

Sport: Baseball

A single-dad professional pitcher and the daughter of his coach? The tension is built-in. Kai is focused on his son and his career until Miller moves in as the temporary nanny, throwing his entire disciplined life into a tailspin.

Powerless (Chestnut Springs #3) by Elsie Silver

Sport: Bull Riding (Rodeo)

Sloane is a runaway bride. Jasper is a professional bull rider and her childhood best friend. When she hitches a ride with him on the rodeo circuit to escape her life, years of repressed feelings finally bubble to the surface.

Beautiful Venom by Rina Kent

Sport: Football/Academic

In the dark and twisted world of Rina Kent, romance is never simple. This story follows a high-stakes athletic background where the rivalry is bitter and the obsession is dangerous. It’s perfect for readers who like their sports romance with a side of “dark academia” angst.

Face Off by Chelsea Curto

Sport: Hockey

As a PR pro for a professional hockey team, Brooke is used to cleaning up messes. But when she’s forced to work closely with the league’s most stubborn (and attractive) defenseman, she realizes some fires can’t be put out. It’s a workplace-rivals-to-lovers story with top-tier banter.

The Pucking Wrong Guy by C.R. Jane

Sport: Hockey

This is for the fans of the “obsessive hero” trope. When an NHL star decides he wants a woman who is completely uninterested in his fame, he doesn’t just ask her out, he makes himself an unmovable part of her life. It’s intense, spicy, and leans into the “he’s a bit unhinged for her” vibe.

The Graham Effect by Elle Kennedy

Sport: Hockey

The legend of Garrett Graham continues through his daughter, Gigi. She’s a star player in her own right with her sights set on Olympic gold. To get there, she needs the help of Luke Ryder, the brooding co-captain of the rival team. The chemistry is electric, proving the Off-Campus world is still the gold standard.

Driven by K. Bromberg

Sport: Formula 1

Rylee Thomas is used to being in control, but she’s never met anyone like Colton Donavan. He’s a reckless, arrogant, and incredibly talented racer who lives life in the fast lane. This is an emotional, high-octane romance about two broken people trying to find a lane they can share.

The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams

Sport: Football

The ultimate “friends-to-lovers” story. Bree and Nathan have been best friends forever, but she’s secretly head-over-heels for him. When a viral accident forces them into a fake dating stunt for a Super Bowl commercial, the line between friendship and reality gets very blurry. This is a sweet, “closed-door” romance full of heart.

Say You Swear by Meagan Brandy

Sport: Football

Arianna thought she had her future figured out with the guy she’s loved forever, but college, and a devastating heartbreak, changes everything. When she meets Noah Riley, a star quarterback who is patient, kind, and devastatingly charming, she has to decide if she’s ready to let go of the past. Warning: Keep tissues nearby for this one.

Popular Sports Romance Authors

Elle Kennedy

Author of Off Campus

Liz Tomforde

Author of Windy City

Marianna Zapata

Author of From Lukov With Love

Stephanie Archer

Author of Behind The Net

Lauren Asher

Author of Throttled

Chloe Walsh

Author of Binding 13

Sports Romance FAQ’S

Sports romance appeals to readers because it combines high emotion with high stakes. The intensity of competition, teamwork, fame, and physical dedication creates natural tension, while the romance offers vulnerability and personal connection. The mix of ambition, passion, and emotional growth makes the stories both exciting and deeply character-driven.

Popular sports include hockey, football, baseball, basketball, and soccer, as well as figure skating, gymnastics, and racing. Team sports are especially common because they create built-in drama, schedules, and social dynamics.

Yes. Sports romance ranges from clean and sweet to very explicit, but spice level depends on the author and audience.

Popular tropes include teammates-to-lovers, coach/player tension, fake dating for publicity, rivals-to-lovers, and the “grumpy athlete, sunshine partner” dynamic. These setups create natural emotional conflict and chemistry.

Some of the most popular sports romance books include the Off Campus series by Elle Kennedy, The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Marianna Zapata, and the Windy City series by Liz Tomforde.

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The Deal (Off-Campus #1) by Elle Kennedy

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Icebreaker by Hannah Grace

Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid

The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata

Mile High (Windy City #1) by Liz Tomforde

Consider Me (Playing for Keeps #1) by Becka Mack

Throttled (Dirty Air #1) by Lauren Asher

Behind the Net by Stephanie Archer

Pucking Around by Emily Rath

Binding 13 (Boys of Tommen #1) by Chloe Walsh

Caught Up (Windy City #3) by Liz Tomforde

Powerless (Chestnut Springs #3) by Elsie Silver

Beautiful Venom by Rina Kent

Face Off by Chelsea Curto

The Pucking Wrong Guy by C.R. Jane

The Graham Effect by Elle Kennedy

Driven by K. Bromberg

The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams

Say You Swear by Meagan Brandy

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Marianna Zapata

Stephanie Archer

Lauren Asher

Chloe Walsh

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