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> ##[Welcome to RomanceBooks!](#icon-information)
> r/RomanceBooks is a discussion sub for readers of romance novels.   Home of the magic search button and endless book recommendations as well as discussions about tropes and characters, Author AMAs, book clubs, and more.  Happy Endings guaranteed.


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##Please be aware that the information below in 'old' Reddit is no longer being updated with informative links about Book Clubs, AMAs, recurring posts etc. Resource links will direct you to Wiki pages, which we are maintaining. For updated information regarding ongoing community features including upcoming AMAs, please visit 'new' Reddit.
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#Rules

###Post titles must be clear and informative

* Book request titles must contain details about the kind of book you’re looking for and/or keywords that will inform future searches.
* Reviews and screenshots of book excerpts must contain the book title/author in the post title.  Gush and critique posts should contain the book title/author if applicable.
* Inflammatory titles like Does Anyone Else, Unpopular Opinion, or similar are not allowed
* Book request titles must contain details about the kind of book you’re looking for
* “What was that book called?” posts require [WWTBC] at the beginning of the post title and titles must include relevant keywords.


###Book requests must be specific and contain detail

* Book requests must be specific and request something that cannot be found with a simple search of the sub. Low-effort book requests will be removed. An acceptable book request includes at least one of the following:
   * Details beyond just a trope, like a specific occupation or uncommon type of scene
   * Relevant info as to why you want to read the type of book requested
   * Other uncommon books/authors you've enjoyed
* Polls asking which book to read next are not permitted.
* When requesting books, please be considerate and stay engaged in your post to reply/thank those who make suggestions. Users who make frequent book requests should meaningfully interact with the sub in other ways (suggest books for others, comment on discussions, etc.)


###No Self-Promotion, writing research, or surveys

* This sub is focused exclusively on readers. The only permissible place for authors to mention their book, discuss romance writing, ask for help with it, or do research about romance books is in the [Self-Promotion Thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/search?q=flair_name%3A%22Promote%20Your%20Books%22&restrict_sr=1&sort=new)
* Self-promo user flair is not allowed.
* Surveys are not permitted.


###No Memes or Tik Toks

* Funny memes and TikToks are ONLY allowed in the [Meme Monday Threads](https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/search?q=flair_name%3A%22Meme%22&restrict_sr=1&sort=new) which are posted every Monday, or in the comments section of a post.
* Videos or media supplemental to a request or other post should be linked in the text of the post to prevent autoplay.


###Mark spoilers, stay on topic and warn about books with no HEA

* Plot spoilers should be marked with spoiler tags.
* A romance book is defined as a love story that ends in a happily ever after (HEA) or happy for now (HFN). All books mentioned here must meet this criteria unless noted otherwise.
* Non-HEA romantic fiction may be discussed here, but you MUST warn users that there is not a happy ending for the relationship.
* YA romances must be clearly marked.
* Fanfiction may be recommended, but standalone fanfiction posts and all PPC content are not allowed.


###Be Kind & No Book Shaming

* Your responses to others on the sub should be kind and respectful - remember the human, per Reddit’s content policy. It’s fine to disagree with someone, but your comment should be constructive and purposeful.
* No book shaming. It’s fine to state your opinion on a book, author, or subgenre, but you may not insult or shame people who like it. Please be respectful of others' tastes in romance with regard to steam level, tropes, or favorite authors.
* We value this subreddit’s overall positive, supportive and fun community, and want to keep it that way.


###No Piracy

* Do not reference how to access or request creative work that has not been authorized by the rights holder, including but not limited to YouTube videos of audiobooks/movies, PDFs of books,  etc.
* Any external link to original content must either be on the creator’s own site or properly attributed.
* AI-created content such as ChatGPT, and AI-generated fanart are prohibited as they promote pirated content. Published AI book covers are allowed.
* Fair use of copyrighted material is allowed.


###No discrimination, bigotry, or microaggressions towards marginalized groups

* Racism, anti-queer bigotry, and any other discrimination are prohibited here, along with microaggressions like invalidation, denial or derailment.


###No sexual content involving minors

* Per Reddit’s content policy, books recommended here should not contain explicit sexual content involving minors. RomanceBooks does not allow book requests, recommendations, or discussion topics on incest, pedophilia, or child sexual exploitation. Posts and comments promoting such books will be removed.


###Mod Attention Please

* Use this option to report a comment or post that you think might break rules but you're not sure which one, or if there's an escalating conversation you'd like to call the mod team's attention to.



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> ##[Resource Links](#icon-comments)

> * [Main Wiki Index](https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/index/)
> * [Recommendation Resource](https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/recommendations/)
> * [🌈 Magic Search Button](https://www.google.com/search?q=site%3Areddit.com%2Fr%2Fromancebooks&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS887US887&oq=site%3Areddit.com%2Fr%2Fromancebooks&aqs=chrome..69i57j69i58.832j0j1&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8)
> * [How to: Book Request](https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/comments/ikufux/please_read_before_making_a_book_request/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) 
> * [Book Clubs](https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/book-clubs/) and [Book Club posts](https://new.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/search?q=flair_name%3A%22Book%20Club%22&restrict_sr=on&sort=new&t=all)
> * [Glossary & Acronyms](https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/glossary/)
  
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> ##[Get in touch](#icon-comments)

> *If you have any other questions about this subreddit, or a suggestion, please do not hesitate to [message the mods](http://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2Fromancebooks).*



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<blockquote>
<h2><a href="#icon-information">Welcome to RomanceBooks!</a></h2>

<p><a href="/r/RomanceBooks">r/RomanceBooks</a> is a discussion sub for readers of romance novels.   Home of the magic search button and endless book recommendations as well as discussions about tropes and characters, Author AMAs, book clubs, and more.  Happy Endings guaranteed.</p>
</blockquote>

<hr/>

<h2>Please be aware that the information below in &#39;old&#39; Reddit is no longer being updated with informative links about Book Clubs, AMAs, recurring posts etc. Resource links will direct you to Wiki pages, which we are maintaining. For updated information regarding ongoing community features including upcoming AMAs, please visit &#39;new&#39; Reddit.</h2>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<hr/>

<h1>Rules</h1>

<h3>Post titles must be clear and informative</h3>

<ul>
<li>Book request titles must contain details about the kind of book you’re looking for and/or keywords that will inform future searches.</li>
<li>Reviews and screenshots of book excerpts must contain the book title/author in the post title.  Gush and critique posts should contain the book title/author if applicable.</li>
<li>Inflammatory titles like Does Anyone Else, Unpopular Opinion, or similar are not allowed</li>
<li>Book request titles must contain details about the kind of book you’re looking for</li>
<li>“What was that book called?” posts require [WWTBC] at the beginning of the post title and titles must include relevant keywords.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Book requests must be specific and contain detail</h3>

<ul>
<li>Book requests must be specific and request something that cannot be found with a simple search of the sub. Low-effort book requests will be removed. An acceptable book request includes at least one of the following:

<ul>
<li>Details beyond just a trope, like a specific occupation or uncommon type of scene</li>
<li>Relevant info as to why you want to read the type of book requested</li>
<li>Other uncommon books/authors you&#39;ve enjoyed</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Polls asking which book to read next are not permitted.</li>
<li>When requesting books, please be considerate and stay engaged in your post to reply/thank those who make suggestions. Users who make frequent book requests should meaningfully interact with the sub in other ways (suggest books for others, comment on discussions, etc.)</li>
</ul>

<h3>No Self-Promotion, writing research, or surveys</h3>

<ul>
<li>This sub is focused exclusively on readers. The only permissible place for authors to mention their book, discuss romance writing, ask for help with it, or do research about romance books is in the <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/search?q=flair_name%3A%22Promote%20Your%20Books%22&amp;restrict_sr=1&amp;sort=new">Self-Promotion Thread</a></li>
<li>Self-promo user flair is not allowed.</li>
<li>Surveys are not permitted.</li>
</ul>

<h3>No Memes or Tik Toks</h3>

<ul>
<li>Funny memes and TikToks are ONLY allowed in the <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/search?q=flair_name%3A%22Meme%22&amp;restrict_sr=1&amp;sort=new">Meme Monday Threads</a> which are posted every Monday, or in the comments section of a post.</li>
<li>Videos or media supplemental to a request or other post should be linked in the text of the post to prevent autoplay.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Mark spoilers, stay on topic and warn about books with no HEA</h3>

<ul>
<li>Plot spoilers should be marked with spoiler tags.</li>
<li>A romance book is defined as a love story that ends in a happily ever after (HEA) or happy for now (HFN). All books mentioned here must meet this criteria unless noted otherwise.</li>
<li>Non-HEA romantic fiction may be discussed here, but you MUST warn users that there is not a happy ending for the relationship.</li>
<li>YA romances must be clearly marked.</li>
<li>Fanfiction may be recommended, but standalone fanfiction posts and all PPC content are not allowed.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Be Kind &amp; No Book Shaming</h3>

<ul>
<li>Your responses to others on the sub should be kind and respectful - remember the human, per Reddit’s content policy. It’s fine to disagree with someone, but your comment should be constructive and purposeful.</li>
<li>No book shaming. It’s fine to state your opinion on a book, author, or subgenre, but you may not insult or shame people who like it. Please be respectful of others&#39; tastes in romance with regard to steam level, tropes, or favorite authors.</li>
<li>We value this subreddit’s overall positive, supportive and fun community, and want to keep it that way.</li>
</ul>

<h3>No Piracy</h3>

<ul>
<li>Do not reference how to access or request creative work that has not been authorized by the rights holder, including but not limited to YouTube videos of audiobooks/movies, PDFs of books,  etc.</li>
<li>Any external link to original content must either be on the creator’s own site or properly attributed.</li>
<li>AI-created content such as ChatGPT, and AI-generated fanart are prohibited as they promote pirated content. Published AI book covers are allowed.</li>
<li>Fair use of copyrighted material is allowed.</li>
</ul>

<h3>No discrimination, bigotry, or microaggressions towards marginalized groups</h3>

<ul>
<li>Racism, anti-queer bigotry, and any other discrimination are prohibited here, along with microaggressions like invalidation, denial or derailment.</li>
</ul>

<h3>No sexual content involving minors</h3>

<ul>
<li>Per Reddit’s content policy, books recommended here should not contain explicit sexual content involving minors. RomanceBooks does not allow book requests, recommendations, or discussion topics on incest, pedophilia, or child sexual exploitation. Posts and comments promoting such books will be removed.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Mod Attention Please</h3>

<ul>
<li>Use this option to report a comment or post that you think might break rules but you&#39;re not sure which one, or if there&#39;s an escalating conversation you&#39;d like to call the mod team&#39;s attention to.</li>
</ul>

<hr/>

<blockquote>
<h2><a href="#icon-comments">Resource Links</a></h2>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/index/">Main Wiki Index</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/recommendations/">Recommendation Resource</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=site%3Areddit.com%2Fr%2Fromancebooks&amp;rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS887US887&amp;oq=site%3Areddit.com%2Fr%2Fromancebooks&amp;aqs=chrome..69i57j69i58.832j0j1&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8">🌈 Magic Search Button</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/comments/ikufux/please_read_before_making_a_book_request/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web2x&amp;context=3">How to: Book Request</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/book-clubs/">Book Clubs</a> and <a href="https://new.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/search?q=flair_name%3A%22Book%20Club%22&amp;restrict_sr=on&amp;sort=new&amp;t=all">Book Club posts</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/wiki/glossary/">Glossary &amp; Acronyms</a></li>
</ul>
</blockquote>

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<blockquote>
<h2><a href="#icon-comments">Get in touch</a></h2>

<p><em>If you have any other questions about this subreddit, or a suggestion, please do not hesitate to <a href="http://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2Fromancebooks">message the mods</a>.</em></p>
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r/RomanceBooks is a discussion sub for readers of romance novels.   Home of the magic search button and endless book recommendations as well as discussions about tropes and characters, Author AMAs, book clubs, and more.  Happy Endings guaranteed.

<div class="md"><p><a href="/r/RomanceBooks">r/RomanceBooks</a> is a discussion sub for readers of romance novels.   Home of the magic search button and endless book recommendations as well as discussions about tropes and characters, Author AMAs, book clubs, and more.  Happy Endings guaranteed.</p>
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