2024 Queer Fall/Winter Releases You Must Add to Your TBR

As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, there’s nothing better than curling up with a good book. This year, the 2024 queer Fall/Winter releases have something for everyone. From sapphic love stories to gay romances, and from contemporary to fantasy, these upcoming books are ready to warm your heart and ignite your imagination. Whether you’re into adult fiction or YA, there’s a queer book on this list that’s perfect for your reading list this season. Let’s dive in!

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Not for the Faint of Heart by Lex Croucher

A grumpy descendant of Robin Hood kidnaps a cheerful healer, only to find herself questioning everything she thought she knew about her legendary legacy. As they journey together to rescue her father, sparks fly in this queer historical romance filled with adventure, found family, and unexpected love.

This releases November 26. Grab this book on Amazon

Under All the Lights by Maya Ameyaw

A rising songwriter, Ollie Cheriet, grapples with newfound fame, stage fright, and his bisexuality during a cross-country tour. As pressures mount and his anxiety spirals, he finds unexpected comfort and connection with his talented, and irresistibly charming, tour partner, Jesse. To thrive in the spotlight, Ollie must embrace vulnerability and self-acceptance.

This releases October 8. Grab this book on Amazon

The Rules of Royalty by Cale Dietrich

When Jamie Johnson discovers he’s the hidden heir to a southern European throne, he’s thrust into a world of royalty. Sent to his father’s palace for the summer, Jamie meets Erik Lindstrom, a northern prince tasked with teaching him the rules of royalty. As their connection deepens, both princes must choose between their blossoming romance and their royal duties.

This releases December 10. Grab this book on Amazon

The Dating Countdown by N.G. Peltier

Remi Daniels is determined to rekindle her romance with Maxine King, the one who got away. But when Maxine proposes they go on 10 friend dates to prove they’re serious, their sizzling chemistry keeps resetting the clock. As they navigate their growing feelings, both women must confront their fears and decide if they’re ready for something real.

This releases September 26. Grab this book on Amazon

The View from the Top by Rachel Lacey

When cautious artist Emily Janssen and ambitious businesswoman Diana Devlin share a steamy night on a Vermont mountainside, their worlds collide. But when Emily discovers Diana is there to buy her grandmothers’ beloved inn, their growing passion turns into a battle over love and loyalty. Can they find a way to the top together, or will their desires lead to a painful fall?

This releases September 3. Grab this book on Amazon

Whenever You’re Ready by Rachel Runya Katz 

After years of estrangement, Nia and Jade reunite for a road trip honoring their late best friend’s final wish. As they navigate the journey, old feelings resurface—Nia has always been in love with Jade, while Jade has kept her heart guarded. As they confront their past, they must decide if taking the risk for love is worth it in this emotional sapphic romance.

This releases September 10. Grab this book on Amazon

Lucy Undying by Kiersten White

Lucy Westenra, once Dracula’s victim, now an immortal vampire, seeks freedom and self-discovery in modern London. When she meets Iris, a woman with her own dark past, their connection sparks a passionate romance. But with Dracula on the hunt and Iris’s powerful family in the way, Lucy must confront her past to find the love and happiness she’s been denied for centuries.

This releases September 10. Grab this book on Amazon

A Dark and Drowning Tide by Allison Saft

Lorelei Kaskel, a sharp-tongued folklorist, is forced to team up with her infuriatingly charming academic rival, Sylvia von Wolff, after their mentor is murdered during an expedition to find a magical spring. As they unravel the mystery and face the dangers of a fantastical land, their simmering tension turns into something deeper. But with secrets unraveling and danger closing in, Lorelei must decide if pursuing justice—and her heart—is worth the cost.

This releases September 17. Grab this book on Amazon

Somewhere Beyond the Sea by T.J. Klune

Arthur Parnassus, headmaster of a magical orphanage, faces new challenges as his dark past resurfaces and threatens the peaceful life he’s built with his beloved Linus Baker and their extraordinary children. As a new magical child arrives, Arthur must confront his demons to protect his found family and secure their future on Marsyas Island in this heartfelt sequel to The House in the Cerulean Sea.

This releases September 10. Grab this book on Amazon

I’ll Get Back to You by Becca Grischow

Murphy’s life is in a rut, stuck at home and struggling through college—until she reconnects with her cute, not-so-straight former classmate, Ellie. When they hatch a plan to fake-date for a holiday weekend, they both hope to gain something more than just an escape from their small-town lives. But as sparks fly, Murphy starts wondering if this pretend relationship could turn into something real. I’ll Get Back To You is a heartwarming queer holiday romance about finding love and the courage to chase your dreams.

This releases September 17. Grab this book on Amazon

Wake Up, Nat & Darcy by Kate Cochrane

When Natalie Carpenter, freshly cut from the U.S. women’s hockey team, takes a guest hosting gig on a winter games show, she’s shocked to find herself co-hosting with her ex-girlfriend and former teammate, Darcy LaCroix. As their on-screen chemistry catches fire, the lines between old rivalries, lingering heartbreak, and undeniable attraction blur. What starts as a ratings ploy soon reignites something real, forcing Nat and Darcy to confront their past—and consider a future they never expected.

This releases November 12. Grab this book on Amazon

All the Painted Stars by Emma Denny

In 1362 Oxfordshire, Lily Barden is determined to stop her best friend Johanna’s hand in marriage from being awarded as a tournament prize. Disguised as a knight, Lily enters the contest, but when things spiral out of control, Johanna helps her escape. As they find safety and freedom together, an unexpected romance blossoms. However, with Jo’s past and Lily’s impulsiveness threatening their happiness, they must decide if the price of love is worth the sacrifices they’ll have to make.

This releases November 5. Grab this book on Amazon

The Lovers by Rebekah Faubion

When tarot reader Kit Larson takes a gig at a chic Joshua Tree wedding, she’s shocked to find her high school crush, Julia Kelley, as the wedding planner. Julia, a perfectionist hiding her vulnerability, isn’t thrilled to reconnect with Kit, who once broke her heart. But as wedding events force them together, the spark between them reignites, giving them a second chance at love. With the cards hinting at destiny, Kit and Julia must decide if they’re ready to embrace their Twin Flames connection and become lovers once more.

This releases September 24. Grab this book on Amazon

Haunt Your Heart Out by Amber Roberts

Lex McCall, a pansexual bookseller in a sleepy Vermont town, loves her quiet life and dreams of owning the local bookstore. But when bisexual ghost hunter James arrives with a documentary crew to investigate the town’s “haunted” history—ghost stories Lex made up years ago for her old vlog—things get complicated. To protect her secret and her dream of buying the store, Lex sabotages James’s research. But as they grow closer, Lex finds herself falling for him, only to realize her meddling might cost them both more than just a ghost story. This flirty romance is perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls and steamy, spirited love stories.

This releases October 8. Grab this book on Amazon

If I Stopped Haunting You by Colby Wilkens

At a haunted Scottish castle, feuding bi writers Penelope and Neil are forced to confront both real ghosts and their sizzling chemistry. As spooky chills turn to steamy thrills, they realize they might not be enemies after all—if they can survive the haunting together.

This releases October 15. Grab this book on Amazon

The Lotus Empire by Tasha Suri

In this epic conclusion to the Burning Kingdoms trilogy, Empress Malini and priestess Priya, once allies and now enemies, must confront ancient magic that threatens to destroy their kingdoms. As fate forces them to stand together against a rising darkness, they must decide if saving their world means sacrificing each other.

This releases November 12. Grab this book on Amazon

Something Extraordinary by Alexis Hall

In this whimsical Regency adventure, extravagantly gay Sir Horley and romance-averse Arabella Tarleton race across England to avoid unsuitable marriages by marrying each other instead. Along the way, they encounter quirky characters and unexpected challenges, discovering that true partnership is about choosing the right person, not the perfect plan.

This releases December 17. Grab this book on Amazon

Sorcery and Small Magics by Maiga Doocy

In this enchanting debut, impulsive sorcerer Leovander Loveage and his insufferable rival, Sebastian Grimm, must venture into a perilous magical forest to break a curse that binds them together. As they navigate deadly threats and uncover hidden powers, they discover that the real magic might be the unexpected attraction pulling them closer.

This releases October 15. Grab this book on Amazon

North is the Night by Emily Rath

In this darkly mythical Finnish folklore-inspired romantasy, Siiri and Aina face mortal and divine dangers as summer’s light fades. When Aina is dragged to the underworld by a death goddess, Siiri embarks on a perilous journey to save her, while Aina must outwit the cruel Witch Queen and the underworld king to return home.

This releases December 17. Grab this book on Amazon

A Sky of Emerald Stars by A.K. Mulford

In A Sky of Emerald Stars, the Golden Court faces rising tensions as war looms. Sadie Rauxtide, now a royal guard, embarks on a perilous mission to uncover a rival king’s secrets while grappling with a complicated attraction. Meanwhile, Queen Calla struggles with diplomacy and self-discovery, seeking allies to prevent a devastating conflict.

This releases December 24. Grab this book on Amazon

The Last Hour Between Worlds by Melissa Caruso

In The Last Hour Between Worlds, Kembral Thorne, a sharp-witted Hound, finds herself at a deadly ball where reality unravels with each strike of the hour. As ancient Echo lords turn the event into a lethal game, Kem must team up with her nemesis, the cunning burglar Rika Nonesuch, to survive and prevent catastrophe in this thrilling fantasy packed with magic, danger, and sapphic romance.

This releases November 19. Grab this book on Amazon

Now it’s your turn! What are your most anticipated 2024 queer Fall/Winter releases? Let us know in the comments and if you’re anxiously waiting for any of the ones we mentioned.

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