Did Colleen Hoover books kick-off your love for reading? Here are 7 more authors like Colleen Hoover you’ll be obsessed with!
It feels like 2020 was the year we all fell in love with the work of Colleen Hoover. If you’ve worked through all her stories (which congrats because there are a ton) or just want to switch it up for something new, I want to help.
Let’s break down why Colleen Hoover books are so good, plus 7 authors (and their books) to add to your TBR list.
What Makes A Colleen Hoover Book So Iconic?
Colleen Hoover is one of the most successful authors of our time – and for good reason. She’s created her own niche within literature with easy romance stories that are impossible to put down. When looking into authors to recommend after you’ve finished the Colleen Hoover discography, here are the top priorities I considered:
Authors like Colleen Hoover must:
- Have books that feel like they fly by! AKA, a really good plot you can easily dive into
- Be in the romance genre
- Have classic tropes we love to read (grumpy sunshine, second chance, etc…)
- Bonus points: set in a small town
7 Authors Like Colleen Hoover + Their Book Recommendations:
“Love and Other Words” by Christina Lauren
Love & Other Words explores the rekindling of a childhood romance between Macy and Elliot. With its deep emotional connection and beautiful storytelling, it echoes the intensity and raw emotion found in Colleen Hoover’s novels.
Trope: Second Chance Romance
Setting: A small town and present-day San Francisco
Quote: “I’ve been in love with you since we were kids. I think I probably always will be.”
“Things We Never Got Over” by Lucy Score
Things We Never Got Over follows Knox, a grumpy local, and Naomi, a runaway bride, as they navigate their complicated feelings for each other. The heartfelt moments and the clash of personalities make it a great read for fans of intense romantic journeys.
Trope: Opposites Attract
Setting: A small town with a touch of drama
Quote: “I was her safe place, and she was my adventure.”
“Archer’s Voice” by Mia Sheridan
In Archer’s Voice, when Bree moves to a small town to escape her past, she meets Archer, a mute man with a troubled history. Their love story is about healing and finding one’s voice, much like the personal growth seen in Hoover’s books.
Trope: Healing Love
Setting: A quiet, lakeside town
Quote: “Sometimes an understanding silence was better than a bunch of meaningless words.”
“Before We Were Strangers” by Reneé Carlino
In Before We Were Strangers, Grace and Matt reconnect after fifteen years, and the story unfolds through flashbacks and present-day encounters. It’s an emotional rollercoaster, filled with the kind of nostalgic romance Colleen Hoover fans crave.
Trope: Reunited Lovers
Setting: New York City
Quote: “I know I don’t deserve a second chance, but I’m asking for one anyway.”
“Normal People” by Sally Rooney
In Normal People, Connell and Marianne’s relationship evolves from high school to university, exploring their deep connection and personal struggles. The nuanced writing and complex characters Sally Rooney brings to life makes her one of the authors like Colleen Hoover.
Trope: Friends to Lovers
Setting: Ireland, spanning from a small town to Dublin
Quote: “He brought her goodness like a gift, and now it belongs to her.”
“One True Loves” by Taylor Jenkins Reid
In One True Loves, Emma is torn between her fiancé and her husband, who was presumed dead. The book delves into themes of love, loss, and rediscovery. Taylor Jenkins reads as an author like Colleen Hoover because her work is just too good to put down.
Trope: Love Triangle
Setting: Massachusetts and various exotic locations
Quote: “I am who I am because I loved you once.”
“A Thousand Boy Kisses” by Tillie Cole
In A Thousand Boy Kisses, Poppy and Rune share a love that defies the odds, filled with joy and heartbreak. This deeply emotional story captures the intensity of young love and has a lot of the powerful emotions in Colleen Hoover’s novels.
Trope: Young Love
Setting: A picturesque small townQuote: “Forever always seemed like a long time until it wasn’t.”
Do you have any must-read authors like Colleen Hoover? Let me know in the comments! And to keep up with all the latest book recommendations, check out my recent posts