20 spicy and swoony Christmas romances new for 2025

It’s officially that time of year again where I share my annual list of the spicy Christmas romances that are new for this year.

This is always one of our most-viewed posts of the year and I start making this list as early as September to ensure I don’t miss anything good, and 2025 has some real good sounding Christmas romances for us this year. It’s almost like authors and publishing know that we need a bit of pep, some festivity, some merry and bright joy, this year because wow do we.

As always, a disclaimer regarding spice levels: I try to cover all spice levels in this list because what makes something spicy is a spectrum and I want everyone to be able to find a festive romance on this list with the level of spice that suits them.

There’ll be books on this list that are too spicy for some, and others which they don’t even consider spicy; that’s absolutely fine. Use this list as a launchpad to delve into some options for you this season. From rom-com to spice-fest, there’s something for everyone. Goodreads, Amazon reviews and romance Reddit threads are your friend if you want to know just how spicy a book is without getting spoiled.

So now the admin is out of the way, bring on the festive feelings!

‘Merry Christmas, You Filthy Animal’ by Meghan Quinn

There are two things you should know about Atlas 'Max' Maxheimer. One: he has the presence of a six-foot-four lumberjack with a knack for making people smile. Two: he lives and breathes the holidays. Not only is he the reigning victor of the annual town Christmas contest, but his family have a literal Christmas tree farm. 'Tis his damn season.

And she's going to ruin everything.

Betty is new in town, full of holiday cheer and, worst of all, is helping her uncle open a rival tree farm next door.

‘Holiday Ever After’ by Hannah Grace

Clara Davenport wants to solve Fraser Falls' biggest problem. According to Jack Kelly, Clara is Fraser Falls' biggest problem.

All Clara Davenport has ever wanted to do is climb the ladder at Davenport Innovation Creative. Everything was going to plan until the company was accused of stealing a doll design from an independent toy maker. With a promotion dangled in front of her, Clara is tasked with charming the locals of the small town of Fraser Falls and solving the PR nightmare by any means necessary.

Jack Kelly would happily never hear the name Davenport ever again. So, when Clara, with her long legs and dazzling smile, prances into town hoping to convince them that her company is not the enemy, Jack is determined not to be fooled by Davenport twice.

‘Mint To Be’ by Kate Cicatelli-Kuc

It's been eight months since seventeen-year-old Emma left the quaint town of Briar Glen to attend boarding school in New York City. Now, she's back – and she's not alone: her new boyfriend, Sam, has come to visit the most picturesque village in New England during the most magical time of the year.

‘Jingle Spells’ by Emily Grimoire

Delilah hates Christmas. She’s a strong independent witch who has finally left her hometown of Oak Haven and is off forging her own path. But an emergency drags her back just in time for the holidays.

Jasper is a human who also hates Christmas. He’s attempting to avoid festivities when he stumbles into the magical world of Oak Haven – a place which definitely isn't supposed to exist – and sees things which should be impossible.

When chaos erupts in the town, Delilah and Jasper must join forces to restore order.

‘Good Spirits’ by BK Borison

Nolan Callahan intends to spend this holiday season exactly like every other; haunting the terrible people of Annapolis in his aimless existence as the Ghost of Christmas Past.

Harriet York is a good person – or, at least, she tries to be. A people pleaser to her core, she always does what’s expected of her.

So, when Nolan is assigned the sweeter-than-candy-canes antique shop owner for his holiday haunting, neither of them have any idea why.

‘Grace & Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon’ by Matthew Norman

A sentimental advertising creative and a blunt, no-nonsense bar owner find a second chance at love while binge-watching iconic holiday movies in this poignant and heartwarming romance, from the author of Charm City Rocks and All Together Now.

‘Merry Little Kissmas’ by Lauren Blakely

I should’ve known better than to make a Christmas bet with my brother’s best friend. Six-foot-three, grumpy, and allergic to mistletoe and feelings.

My job sounded simple: find a holidate for the sexy single-dad hockey star before the team’s Christmas Eve gala. But Rowan’s sworn off romance forever. So when he bets I can’t find him a plus one, I up the stakes and volunteer as tribute.

‘Any Girl But You’ by Dana Hawkins

Quinn Lee is a walking disaster with perfect hair, zero filter, and an alarming caffeine addiction who’s just ploughed her life savings into rescuing her family’s failing Christmas tree farm.

Zoey bakes like an angel, thinks “drat” is a swear word, and is wholly unprepared for the opinionated, red-headed hurricane who storms into her shop competing for “world’s worst customer”.

When both their businesses are threatened, a reluctant partnership becomes their only solution.

‘Merry Me’ by CR Jane

Natalie Bennett has a plan: survive her big sister’s Christmas Eve wedding, avoid her estranged father, and absolutely do not fall apart in front of the ex she walked away from...even if he does look annoyingly good in red velvet.

Easton Maddox was supposed to be a high school memory—before Hollywood, before heartbreak, before she convinced herself walking away was the right thing. But when one broken down car, a meddling grandmother, and a very compromising duet throws them back together, old feelings resurface faster than you can say “I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus.”

‘The Gingerbread Bakery’ by Laurie Gilmore

As owner of her beloved Gingerbread Bakery, Annie Andrews should have a love life to match her business; sugary and sweet. But instead, she’s locked in a game of words with the irritatingly upbeat bar owner down the street.

Mac Sullivan has everything he wants, except the girl he dreams of.

‘You Make It Feel Like Christmas’ by Sophie Sullivan

All bets are off when a single-minded photographer and a professional hockey player are forced to spend a week together on his sister’s Christmas tree farm, perfect for fans of Jenny Holiday and Maggie Knox.

‘Yours for the Season’ by Uzma Jalaluddin

When Sameera Malik and Tom Cooke meet at a ho-hum holiday party, neither is looking for romance. But when one of Tom’s posts starts a viral rumor that they’re a couple, he suggests they keep up the ruse for a few months. It’s a good proposal, and a fauxmance will help Tom grow his popularity, and, in return, he can help Sameera land a wealthy client. The only problem? Their parents.

When Sameera’s very Muslim parents insist on meeting Tom’s very not Muslim family over Christmas in rural Alaska, the stage is set for misunderstandings, holiday hijinks, and an epic culture clash.

‘Christmas People’ by Ive-Marie Palmer

Some people are Christmas people, but Jill Jacobs is most certainly not. She hasn’t been ever since her hometown love broke her heart on Christmas Eve three years ago. After that, Jill moved to L.A. to pursue her dream of becoming a screenwriter. She hasn’t been home in years to avoid her ex, but this winter she finds herself back in drab, suburban Illinois for the holidays.

After one very hazy night, Jill wakes up to a hometown that's filled with jolly neighbors, covered in pristine white snow, and seasoned with the smell of peppermint. She realizes that this is more than just a bad hangover… she's stuck in a Heartfelt movie.

‘Holiday Love’ by Dr Melissa Dymond

Dr. Helen Chu doesn’t believe in Christmas miracles. Not after the year she’s had.

When her best friend’s reckless, infuriatingly hot brother moves in after a surfing accident, her silent nights are officially over. Teddy Wright is all bad boy charm, temptation and chaos wrapped in tinsel and twinkle lights. But when Helen’s ailing mom mistakes Teddy for her boyfriend, there’s only one thing to do: play along.

Interesting note about this one from the summary listing:

Please note--this novel is offered in TWO different versions: 1) A spicy/open-door version with mild explicit language and intimate scenes 2) A sweet/clean/closed-door version with no language and only kissing.

‘A Little Holiday Fling’ by Farah Heron

There are two things that Ruby Dhanji loves with her whole entire heart: Christmas and anything to do with the UK. For Ruby the holidays means joy and warm memories with her late mother. And now she's on the verge of realizing the dream she and her mom always had: moving to England and opening a cozy inn. The only problem, Ruby needs some hotel experience first.

‘Christmas at the Pineview Inn’ by Molly Gray

It’s Christmas in Pineview Springs, and Jenni Swanson is counting the days until she’s back in the arms of dashing Greek hotelier Niko Psomas. She’s planning a heartfelt surprise—one that might just be the key to making their long-distance love last. But Niko has plans of his own… and his gift comes with life-changing consequences.

‘Merrily Ever After’ by Catherine Walsh

Four short stories. Four Christmas wishes. But will it all end merrily ever after for the Fitzpatrick gang this holiday season?

From bestselling kindle sensation and the queen of Christmas love stories Catherine Walsh comes a brand-new short story collection for romance readers - featuring some of her best-loved characters from ‘Snowed In’ and ‘Holiday Romance’.

‘A Holiday in Every Heart’ by Kate King

Sleigh bells and wedding bells will ring in this cozy and spicy holiday novella, featuring the entire cast of the Enchanted Legacies series.

It’s been two years since Alix Knight first fell into the fae realm, and now she and Daemon—her bodyguard-turned-king—are finally getting their happily ever after.

‘Ghosted at Christmas’ by Holly Whitemore

Mia’s been ghosted. Nursing the heartache of her breakup, her festive spirit is running on empty. The last thing she needs is a Christmas reminder of how unlucky in love she is…

John’s a ghost. After 30 years in limbo without a soul to talk to, he’s bored to death. So when Mia actually sees him, he figures that helping her to find closure - and maybe a second chance with the man she still loves - could be his key to reaching the afterlife.

‘A Holly Little Christmas’ by Amber Reed

Holly has never been accused of being boring, or terribly stable for that matter, but she’s got the perfect plan to start fresh in New York City. That is, until a car accident strands her in a small oceanside town that just can’t get enough Christmas—the holiday she hates the most.

‘The Spice Cocoa Cafe’ by Harper Graham

A new girl in town who lives for Christmas and has everything to prove. A local rival with tousled dark hair and a smirk that spells trouble. Who will win the holiday showdown of the year?

What’s on your festive TBR?