6 AAPI-Author Romance Books That Will Get You Hot & Sweaty

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If you grew up in a strict Asian-American household like me, dating was not an option till well after you entered the workforce. There’s no bringing the high school or college partner home to meet the family during summer vacation, or talking to your mom about the new match you went on a subpar date with from Hinge, until you’re grown and have a serious long-term significant other. I used to fulfill my youthful lovelorn fantasies through a good romance novel, particularly through AAPI romance authors with experiences similar to my own. 

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Now with the weather heating up, the itch to dive into a good love story is more prevalent than ever. For AAPI Heritage Month this May, the warmer seasons always beckon for some sexy stories, whether that’s a fun and flirty situationship to full-blown tantric love. Below, our round-up of our six favorite romance books to lose yourself in by AAPI authors.