Contemporary Romance Tropes List - 15 Reader Favorites
Complete list of popular contemporary romance tropes that readers love. Use these in your next KDP book for maximum reader appeal.
All Contemporary Romance Tropes
Friends to lovers
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Second chance romance
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Fake dating
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Enemies to lovers
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Office romance
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Small town romance
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Billionaire romance
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Single parent romance
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Brother's best friend
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Best friend's brother
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Grumpy sunshine
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Forced proximity
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Marriage of convenience
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Celebrity romance
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
Sports romance
PopularA beloved trope in contemporary romance that readers consistently search for.
How to Use Contemporary Romance Tropes in Your Book
Tip: Combine 2-3 tropes for a unique story. For example, "Friends to lovers" + "Fake dating" creates instant tension.
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