Romance – Toledo Lucas County Public Library

Meet the Authors of Romance-Con’s Author Fair!

See over 60 authors at our author fair at Toledo Lucas County Library’s Romance-Con on November 7, 2026.

Meet Romance-Con Ambassador Jason Clarke

The King of Audio™️, Romance-Con Ambassador Jason Clarke has made a name (voice?) for himself as the narrator behind many fan-favorite MMCs, including those by authors Ali Hazelwood, Kennedy Ryan, Ana Huang, Liz Tomforde, and many more. Check out some of our favorite audiobooks featuring Jason.

Meet Romance-Con Ambassador Cara Tanamachi

Award-winning, bestselling author Cara Tanamachi is coming to Toledo Library’s Romance-Con on Saturday, November 7!

Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Sign: Scorpio Edition

Reading suggestions by star sign?! Yep! We can do that. This month, we share ideas for passionate, resilient, and fiercely loyal Scorpios.

Meet Romance-Con Ambassador Jo Segura

Join us for Romance-Con on November 7 to see bestselling author Jo Segura and many of your favorite authors.

Meet Romance-Con Ambassador Author Kathryn Moon

USA Today Bestselling Author Kathryn Moon is coming to Toledo Library’s Romance-Con on Saturday, November 7!

Meet Romance-Con Ambassador Susan Lee

See bestselling author Susan Lee, and over 60 additional authors, at Toledo Library's Romance-Con on November 7, 2026.

Meet Romance-Con Ambassador Kate Robb

Lover of all things Rom-Com? You'll love this Romance-Con author, Kate Robb. In fact, come tell her how much you love all of her amazing books on November 7 at Romance-Con.

Meet Romance-Con Ambassador Terreece M. Clarke

Before you see her on November 7 at Romance-Con, check out these Terreece M. Clarke titles!

Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Sign: Libra Edition

Reading suggestions by star sign?! Yep! We can do that. This month, we share ideas for highly social, charming, and skillfully diplomatic Libras.

Meet Romance-Con Featured Author Julian Winters

See bestselling and award winning author Julian Winters, and over 60 additional authors, at Toledo Library's Romance-con on November 7, 2026.

Learn more about Romance-Con Featured Author Elizabeth Stephens

Meet Romance-Con featured author Elizabeth Stephens!

Meet Romance-Con Headliner Ali Hazelwood

Before you see her on November 7 at Romance-Con, check out Ali Hazelwood's prolific backlist.

Meet Romance-Con Headliner Adriana Herrera

See USA Today Best Selling author Adriana Herrera, and over 60 additional authors, at Toledo Library's Romance-Con on November 7, 2026.

Book Lover’s Day: What TLCPL Customers Are Reading

Book Lover’s Day was August 9, and what better way to celebrate than by talking about the books we love? We asked our customers to share their favorite page-turning books and these are the ones they just couldn't put down.

Second Chance Romances to Read While Listening to Taylor Swift’s “I Knew It, I Knew You”

2026 is the Summer of Second Chance Romance. Let's celebrate with "I Knew It, I Knew You" playing on repeat, and a list of Second Chance Romances that will have you kicking your feet and giggling.

Sun-sational Beach Reads

Here are some fantastic reading ideas to cart along to the beach or just rev up the backyard sprinkler and enjoy with a cool beverage. Don't get that library book wet, though. No, really, I'm serious: keep the library book dry.

Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Aries Edition

Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we boldly run with the Ariesians....Ariesites....Ariesists...Those who fall under the aegis of Aries.

Celebrating Women’s History Month with Stories of Sapphic Love

In honor of Women's History Month, we’re highlighting a selection of books that feature compelling sapphic romance and lesbian characters.

O Canada Week: The Best Canadian Romance

It may be cold in Saskatchewan, but it’s heating up here in Toledo where we’re celebrating O Canada Week the best way we know how – with Canadian romance authors.

10 Exciting Manga You Need for Women’s History Month

From action to fantasy to romance, we’ve selected our favorite works from some of the greatest women of manga.

Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Pisces Edition

Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we'll take a swim with Pisces.

Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Aquarius Edition

Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we'll take a page of Aquarius.

Toledo Library Best Books of 2025

Here are our staff picks for the best books of 2025 for children, teens, and adults!

Shelf Indulgence: Best Books set in Libraries or Bookstores

Reading a book set in a library or bookstore is just about as delightful as reading can get. Here are some of the best reads set in these wonderful places.

5 Queer Graphic Novels for Latinx Cultural Heritage Month

Celebrate Latinx Cultural Heritage Month with these graphic novels that explore the queer part of the community.

10 Essential Sleepy Hollow Retellings

This list features some of the most popular adaptations of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow in our collection.

Succumb to the Haunting Allure of Modern Gothic Fiction and Fantasy

Not all cozy reads need to be gentle and light. Some of the best autumn reads are dark and spooky. That feeling of curling up in a soft blanket is cozy in a different, protective way.

There’s Room on the Broom: Best New Cozy Witchy Fantasy and Romance

What better way to celebrate the oncoming spooky season than with some new cozy witchy romance and fantasy books? Here are some great new titles to try.

Dear Reader: Check Out These Books That Share a Title with Taylor Swift Songs!

These books all share a title with Taylor Swift lyrics!

Rewind and Replay: Films Turning 10, 20, and 30 in July 2025

Check out these movies celebrating milestone anniversaries in July!

10 Queer Novels with Disability Representation

Looking for some powerful queer stories that celebrate disability representation—check out this collection of must-read novels today!

Rewind & Replay: Films Turning 10, 20, and 30 in June 2025

The latest roundup of movies hitting anniversary milestones in June 2025!

Books We Meet On Vacation

15 vacation romance books to fall in love with

10 Romantic Reads to Spark a Fresh Start and New Beginnings!

Let these inspiring titles guide you through this season of growth.

Romantic Reads for St. Patrick’s Day

Irish eyes are smiling on these must-read romance books!

Kennedy Ryan Must-Reads

We're thrilled to welcome Kennedy Ryan to the second annual Romance-Con happening (Sa) Nov. 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at Main Library.

The Best Spicy (and Mild) Romance Comics for Valentine’s Day

If your comic book TBR list needs more romantic tension, then these picks will heat things up.

10 Colorfully Quirky Queer Comics

Okay, so they’re technically graphic novels and not comics, but I love alliteration—almost more than I love colorful, queer happy endings!

Swoony Sports Romances

Romances with one or both of the main characters as athletes (or athlete-adjacent) continue to be super popular. Here are some great new/er titles for those who enjoy a great romance with a sporty slant.

Cozy Reads That Aren’t Excessively Saccharine

These cozy reads are like hot chocolate for your brain, sure to leave you warm and happy.

10 Romantic Comedies for Teens

Check out these recommended romantic comedy books for teens!