Who Publishes The Best Mm Romance Novels In 2023?

2025-07-02 07:47:07 58

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Xanthe
Xanthe
2025-07-07 11:36:09
As someone who devours MM romance like it's my job, I've noticed a few publishers consistently delivering top-tier content in 2023. Dreamspinner Press remains a heavyweight, especially for their diverse range of tropes—from fluffy rom-coms like 'Best Laid Plans' to gritty fantasies like 'The Magpie Lord' series.

Then there's Carina Press, which has been killing it with contemporary gems like 'Boyfriend Material' by Alexis Hall, blending humor and heart. For indie vibes, I adore what TJ Klune does with his self-published works, like 'The House in the Cerulean Sea,' which feels like a warm hug. Riptide Publishing also deserves a shoutout for boundary-pushing stories, though their output slowed post-2022. And let’s not forget Harlequin’s Queer Love imprint, which brought us emotional depth in titles like 'The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen.' Each publisher has a distinct flavor, so it depends whether you crave heartache, humor, or high stakes.
Eleanor
Eleanor
2025-07-04 19:38:25
I’m all about that MM romance life, and 2023’s standout publishers? Hands down, Carina Press for their slick contemporary titles. They dropped 'Him' by Sarina Bowen and Elle Kennedy, which is basically the holy grail of sports romance. Dreamspinner Press is another fave—their 'Cut & Run' series redefined my standards for romantic suspense. For indie lovers, TOR’s queer imprint surprised me with 'A Marvellous Light,' mixing magic and slow-burn love. And if you want raw, unfiltered emotion, NineStar Press delivered 'The Gentle Art of Fortune Hunting,' which wrecked me in the best way. These publishers just *get* what makes MM romance addictive: chemistry, tension, and endings that leave you grinning.
Quinn
Quinn
2025-07-05 14:25:29
As a library regular drowning in MM romance, I judge publishers by how often their spines are cracked. In 2023, Dreamspinner Press dominated our shelves with crowd-pleasers like 'Red White & Royal Blue' (yes, it counts!). Carina Press snagged second place with Alexis Hall’s 'Something Fabulous,' a Regency romp that’s pure chaos. Smaller presses like JMS Books also impressed—their 'How to Bang a Billionaire' series is hilariously filthy. And let’s not skip self-published authors like Lily Morton, whose 'Rule Breaker' had our book club squealing. The best part? These publishers prioritize diverse voices, so you get everything from trans love stories to paranormal flings.
Victoria
Victoria
2025-07-05 23:42:39
For 2023’s best MM romance, I stick to publishers with consistent hits. Carina Press nails it with lighthearted reads like 'The Charm Offensive,' while Dreamspinner delivers angstier fare like 'Wolfsong.' Indie darling TOR Publishing surprised everyone with 'A Strange and Stubborn Endurance,' a fantasy-romance hybrid. And if you want audacious plots, look at NineStar’s 'The Queer Principles of Kit Webb'—historical heists plus pining. Each has a niche, but all understand the golden rule: chemistry is king.
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