5 Queer Romance Audible Originals To Give To Your LGBTQ+ Loved Ones For The Holidays
Devoted romance readers know that this kind of fiction is often best consumed in audiobook form (hearing how those steamy moments play out is … a joy), and thankfully Audible’s library of romances is stacked, including ones with stories about LGBTQ+ characters.
So, if you have a reader in your life looking for these kinds of listens, definitely let them know about the Audible subscription this holiday season. An Audible Plus subscription gives unlimited access to the entire Audible Plus library, including thousands of titles.
Want a little inspo for which romance books your LGBTQ+ loved ones should dive into first? Try these Audible Originals, available exclusively on the service.
Hold Me Closer, Toni Danzig by Laura Henry
An outdoor adventure guide, Toni Danzig takes a break from her dirty (literally!) job to DJ karaoke during Thanksgiving break. But instead of finding her high notes, she finds Audrey Adams, who can sing one hell of a breakup song. The two have an earth-shattering one night stand before Audrey dips the next morning. But when a coincidental consulting gig brings Audrey back into Toni’s life, she’ll do just about anything to win her over. Henry crafts a whirlwind holiday romance perfect for readers who love to get into the festive spirit.
When Harry Met Harry by Sydney Smyth
When Harry Met Sally gets a modern reboot in this charming story about Harrison Fields and Henry Lee (yes, they both go by Harry), who have crossed paths many times over the years and have always had a love-hate relationship. But the more they get to know each other, the more they realize there might be something special lurking under the surface of their seemingly platonic friendship.
The Wife in the Attic by Rose Lerner
A little more suspenseful than your classic romance tale, this story is a “queer reimagining of Jane Eyre,” perfect for fans of the original. The Wife in the Attic follows a tutor intent on breaking up her pupil’s family with the hopes of taking over the estate. A must-listen for fans of regency romance and thrillers that keep you on the edge of your seat.
Sunset Springs by Kacen Callender
Charlie isn’t psyched to move back home to Sunset Springs from New York City. In fact he’s deeply uncomfortable about it. That’s because Charlie’s one of the few Black residents and only trans people in his hometown. But after losing everything in New York, he has no choice. Yet, when he gets back to Sunset Springs, he finds Jack, the high school football star who’s recently come out as gay. The two quickly fall for each other, subverting everything Charlie thought he knew about what he wanted.
Bridesmates by Sydney Smyth
After getting dumped by his ex, Cooper Evans definitely isn’t excited about returning to his hometown of Big Rock, Montana, to be in his best friend’s wedding. But he agreed to be her bridesmate (her male maid of honor), and a promise is a promise. What he didn’t expect is to run into his high school crush, who’s out of the closet and a smoking hot cop to boot. Will Baker is just as dreamy as he was when he broke Cooper’s heart all those years ago — and it turns out he’s in the wedding party, too. This story is pure small-town romance pleasure and will make you wish every wedding you’re forced to be a part of is as eventful as this one.
