Where Can I Find Romance Novels Excerpts From Best-Selling Authors?

2025-08-18 09:12:19 65

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Veronica
Veronica
2025-08-20 19:19:10
I’ve found some great places to snag excerpts from best-selling authors. Amazon’s Kindle Store often offers free samples of popular books, letting you read the first few chapters before buying. Websites like Goodreads and BookBub frequently feature excerpts and previews, especially for upcoming releases.

Another goldmine is author websites or their official social media pages—many share snippets to hype their new books. Publishers like Penguin Random House and HarperCollins also post excerpts on their sites. If you’re into audiobooks, platforms like Audible sometimes provide free previews. For a more community-driven approach, check out romance-focused blogs or forums like Smart Bitches, Trashy Books—they often share exclusive excerpts and reviews.
Zane
Zane
2025-08-21 04:52:16
I always check publisher websites for romance novel excerpts. Places like Harlequin or Avon regularly post free samples. Book Riot and Bustle often feature roundups of excerpts from popular romance novels. If you’re into audiobooks, Spotify’s audiobook section sometimes has clips. Following authors on Patreon can also give access to exclusive excerpts. For a quick fix, Google Books often lets you preview a portion of the book for free.
Piper
Piper
2025-08-22 12:11:19
I love hunting down romance novel excerpts, and my go-to spots never disappoint. NetGalley is fantastic if you’re okay with signing up—it offers advance reader copies, including juicy excerpts from upcoming releases. Many authors also run newsletters where they share snippets or even free short stories. Follow your favorite writers on Instagram or Twitter; they often drop teasers there.

Book subscription services like Scribd or Kindle Unlimited sometimes include excerpts as part of their catalogs. Don’t overlook libraries, either—some digital library apps, like Libby, let you preview books before borrowing. Romance-specific sites like Dear Author also curate excerpts and reviews, making it easy to discover new reads.
Orion
Orion
2025-08-24 14:33:36
For me, finding romance novel excerpts is like a treasure hunt. I start with the ‘Look Inside’ feature on Amazon, which gives a solid preview of most books. Authors like Colleen Hoover and Emily Henry often share excerpts on their websites or through email newsletters. Podcasts like ‘Smart Podcast, Trashy Books’ sometimes read excerpts aloud, which is a fun way to preview a book.

I also join Facebook groups dedicated to romance readers—members often share links to excerpts or free chapters. If you’re into indie authors, platforms like Wattpad or Radish offer serialized stories with free previews. BookTok and Bookstagram are great for stumbling upon excerpt recommendations, too.
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