Welcome Romance Readers

In addition to our popular annual convention, we are happy to introduce a new offering, Romance-Con Presents, where you can meet and chat with your favorite romance authors. Join us on (W) Feb. 11, 2026 at Main Library as we welcome USA Today bestselling author Jo Segura as she discusses her upcoming book, The Lust Crusade!
 
Tickets for this free event will be available on Jan. 5 at 9 a.m. Click the button below for more details.

Romance-Con Presents is an author series devoted to the Romance genre and the authors who make it everything we love. Each program will feature a discussion with the author, followed by audience Q&A. 
 

Romance-Con Presents | Jo Segura

The Lust Crusade

(W) February 11 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library

Jo Segura, USA Today best-selling author (and Toledo native) of Raiders of the Lost Heart, Temple of Swoon, and The Lust Crusade, will join us for a conversation about her work and all things romance!

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Stay updated with the Library’s Romance Newsletter. Published monthly, this newsletter features staff recommendations, upcoming romance author events and book clubs, and themed reading lists to match your mood!
 

A Cowboy to Remember by Rebekah Weatherspoon

(W) February 25 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs

Are you sick of being shamed for loving romance? Join our Online Romance Book Club! From enemies-to-lovers to regency era, fantasy to fake-relationship, we'll read and chat across the romance genre!

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Kitty St. Clair's Last Dance

(W) March 25 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs

Are you sick of being shamed for loving romance? Join our Online Romance Book Club! From enemies-to-lovers to regency era, fantasy to fake-relationship, we'll read and chat across the romance genre!

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The Takeover by Cara Tanamachi

(W) May 27 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs

Are you sick of being shamed for loving romance? Join our Online Romance Book Club! From enemies-to-lovers to regency era, fantasy to fake-relationship, we'll read and chat across the romance genre!

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Never Cross a Highlander by Lisa Rayne

(W) June 24 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs

Are you sick of being shamed for loving romance? Join our Online Romance Book Club! From enemies-to-lovers to regency era, fantasy to fake-relationship, we'll read and chat across the romance genre!

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Out on a Limb by Hannah Bonam-Young

(W) July 22 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs

Are you sick of being shamed for loving romance? Join our Online Romance Book Club! From enemies-to-lovers to regency era, fantasy to fake-relationship, we'll read and chat across the romance genre!

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A Proposal They Can't Refuse by Natalie Caña

(W) September 23 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs

Are you sick of being shamed for loving romance? Join our Online Romance Book Club! From enemies-to-lovers to regency era, fantasy to fake-relationship, we'll read and chat across the romance genre!

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