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What does "physical intimacy level two" mean?
• Touch that signals attraction
• No touching in underwear zone
• Long kisses, lightly descriptive
• Deeper kisses, tongue implied not described
• Feel warm/flushed
• Gasping, deep sighs, light growls, and groans
• Thinking/speaking about desire non-descriptive
• Fade to black for established relationships after a scene that matches this level - but may be unpopular if not married
*These guidelines were originally created by Michelle Pennington of "The Writing Gals," and have been accepted by most of the no spice romance book community. Every book listed below may NOT fit perfectly within these guidelines, but each participating author of this event has done their very best to choose an intimacy level that aligns closely with their books.*
• Touch that signals attraction
• No touching in underwear zone
• Long kisses, lightly descriptive
• Deeper kisses, tongue implied not described
• Feel warm/flushed
• Gasping, deep sighs, light growls, and groans
• Thinking/speaking about desire non-descriptive
• Fade to black for established relationships after a scene that matches this level - but may be unpopular if not married
*These guidelines were originally created by Michelle Pennington of "The Writing Gals," and have been accepted by most of the no spice romance book community. Every book listed below may NOT fit perfectly within these guidelines, but each participating author of this event has done their very best to choose an intimacy level that aligns closely with their books.*
The Way of the Island by Sophie Toovey
A new horizon. A new love. And the past she can't outrun.
Keywords: fish-out-of-water, first love, starting over, adventure + romance blend, redemption arc, emotional journey, island setting, post apocalyptic regency world.
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: Difficult father-daughter relationship with coercion and emotional neglect
A new horizon. A new love. And the past she can't outrun.
Keywords: fish-out-of-water, first love, starting over, adventure + romance blend, redemption arc, emotional journey, island setting, post apocalyptic regency world.
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: Difficult father-daughter relationship with coercion and emotional neglect
The Player and the Pop Star by Cait Elise
A sassy pop star whose reputation is on the line makes a fake dating deal with a cinnamon roll pro football player—a guy she can’t stand—in an attempt to salvage her name.
Keywords: Contemporary, fake dating, enemies to lovers, football player, pop star, sports romance, he falls first, slow burn, clean adult romance, cinnamon roll MMC, sassy FMC, no swearing
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: n/a
The Ortiz Family Bodyguard Series: The Complete Trilogy by Blue Huxley + Jade Behr
In this quirky, funny romance series, three Cuban-American siblings aren't looking for love, but it finds them anyway.
Keywords: bodyguards, romcom, slow burn, workplace, military veterans, found family, multi-POV, opposites attract, completed series
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: mild suspense and gunfire in books 2-3, vehicle accident that requires hospitalization, off-page deaths of loved ones in the past, past parental abandonment
The Cupcake Cottage by Jean Oram
Hockey player Maverick's crushing on his best friend's ex, and now his coach is playing matchmaker, thinking a fake relationship will fix his bad reputation. Can he keep his true feelings a secret?
Keywords: hockey, friends to lovers, secret crushes, forbidden love, fake relationship, workplace romance, best friend's ex, small town, Kobo Plus, Nook, Google Play, Apple Books
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: n/a
Recipe for Rivals by Kasey Stockton
She swore off love, but one infuriatingly charming fireman keeps turning up the heat.
Keywords: Small town romance, firefighter, single mom, rivals
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: Divorce/single mom
I Wish I May by Adelyn Belsterling
A Fairy Godmother unravels a magical conspiracy and finds herself falling for the flirtatious Prince Charming.
Keywords: Cozy, Cozy Fantasy, YA, YA Fantasy, Royal Romance, Cozy Fantasy Romance, Contemporary, Cozy YA Fantasy, He Falls First, Golden Retriever MMC, Forbidden Romance
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: Magical content: there is whimsical wand waving and potions, but the magic system is not inspired by witchcraft.
Teaching the Teacher's Pet by Sarah Sutton
She's tutoring her enemy in math. He's giving her lessons in love. Who will be the better teacher?
Keywords: YA Romance, enemies to lovers, tutoring romance, football star x math geek, forced proximity
Explicit Language: mild (up to 10 biblical swear words)
Content Warning: n/a
Unwillfully Wed to My Valentine by Camilla Evergreen
Be careful what you write on a Taco Bell napkin...especially if it's a contract to marry a future billionaire.
Keywords: Marriage pact, forced proximity, billionaire, childhood frenemies to lovers, opposites attract, only one bed, he falls first, workplace, dual POV
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: 100% pure evil male lead (with a stuffed animal collection, of doom), therapy jokes
The Cowboy's Stolen Heart by Jean Oram
He's an unapologetic cowboy, and she's a supermodel who likes sparkly cowboy boots--sharing one riding stable.
Keywords: cowboys, opposites, small town, family saga, contemporary romance, modern western romance, grumpy cowboy, Kobo Plus, Apple, Google Play, Nook
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: n/a
Unwillfully Tied to My Valentine by Storm Sterling
William Hart is my brother's best friend, my boss, and the biggest annoyance in my life. Unfortunately for me, he has exactly what I need to survive this Valentine's Day - working eyes and a stubborn desire to help.
Keywords: office romance, disability representation, brother's best friend, forced proximity, valentine romance, enemies to lovers, dual POV, first person POV, present tense
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: Mild stalking. Sort of. But make it cute?
Songs for Libby by Annette K. Larsen
Libby watched fame destroy him. Now that she’s the one facing the darkness, will Sean's love be able to save her?
Keywords: friends to lovers, rockstar romance, unrequited love, reformed scoundrel, love after loss, he falls first
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: MMC struggling with alcohol abuse. He's in recovery in second half of book.
Wolf Shifter Diaries by E. Hall
When your fated mate is the wolf shifter sworn to hunt you, falling in love becomes the most dangerous game of all.
Keywords: paranormal romance, wolf shifter, fated mates, enemies to lovers, slow burn romance, sweet romance, fantasy romance, chosen one, forbidden love, found family
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: n/a
Second Chance with My Cowboy Ex by Julia Keanini
He's already let her go once...will he make the same mistake again?
Keywords: Sweet Romance, Cowboy Romance, Second Chance Romance, Small-town Romance, Single Mom Romance
Explicit Language: mild (up to 10 biblical swear words)
Content Warning: Deals with the death of FMC first husband in a tragic way. First husband also cheated on FMC. There are no details but both events are mentioned.
Redeeming the Dragon by Sarah Ashwood
A young seamstress must free both a cursed prince...and his dragon.
Keywords: Dragons, dragon romance, fairytales, fairytale, fairytale retelling, YA fantasy, one bed trope
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: There is one bed trope, but this was in the original fairytale, and the book is still very clean.
Mr Best Friend’s Brother Grump by Francesca Spencer
My best friend’s hot older brother is a horrible boss. And yet...
Keywords: Enemies to lovers, Best friend's brother, Close proximity, Grumpy boss, NYC setting, Laugh-out-loud funny, Salsa dancing, Cuban vibes, Swoony HEA, Dual POV, First person, Present tense
Explicit Language: mild (up to 10 biblical swear words)
Content Warning: Opposites attract for Rosa and Nathan. But love is strictly off-limits until a heart-stopping kiss in an elevator overrides everything they thought they wanted. Some mild alcohol consumption.
Isabelle and the Beast by Marie Soleil
It was supposed to be a quick meeting, until a snowstorm left me stranded with a beastly, grumpy actor.
Keywords: celebrity romance, enemies to lovers, snowed in together, grumpy sunshine
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: n/a
Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne
With the help of a stray homing pigeon and an old origami legend, Ben will win your heart. But will he win the girl?
Keywords: wholesome, small town, girl next door, best friend's brother, new adult, talks to a pigeon
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: n/a
Where Warmth Waits by Terri Rosa Fox
Mae Hopper has survived tragedy, cruelty, and suspicion—but love and hope may finally find their way back to her heart.
Keywords: second change, manor house, found family, secrets, friends to more, widow, murder mystery
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: This novel explores themes of social imbalance, emotional manipulation, and off-page sexual coercion involving class and power dynamics. It also touches on grief, loss, unwed pregnancy, and the lingering effects of systemic abuse. These elements are not graphically depicted but are part of the characters’ lived experiences and emotional journeys. While handled with care and sensitivity, readers who are sensitive to such topics may wish to proceed with awareness.
The Promise of Love by Emmeline Lovel
Her touch can destroy magic. He might destroy her heart.
Keywords: YA fantasy romance, royals & dragons, hidden destructive powers, first love, protective hero, forbidden love
Explicit Language: mild (up to 10 biblical swear words)
Content Warning: Threats, some violence, death, captivity
Return to Mooncrest Inn by Toni Cabell
She’s the woman he can’t forget. He’s the man she can’t forgive. When she returns home to help her ailing father, sparks fly... along with tail fins, fur, and fangs. Can a Midwestern werewolf convince a mermaid with wanderlust not to return to the sea?
Keywords: Clean and Cozy fantasy, Fates mates, He falls first, Love triangle, She takes care of him, Second chance, Dual POV, Present tense
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: Mild violence between two werewolves (some blood, no gore)
Seas the Dating Coach by Laura Langa
Seizing the day is great—but snagging a dating coach is better.
Keywords: Dating Coach, Secret Identity, He Falls First, No Third Act Breakup, Practice Kisses, Flirty Librarian MMC, Curvy FMC, Small Beach Town, Secret Billionaire
Explicit Language: none
Content Warning: n/a
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