Fans of “Red, White & Royal Blue” will swoon for these irresistible queer romances

Hilarious, heartwarming, magical, and sexy as hell, this coming-of-age story meets sci-fi adventure is a can't-miss listen for any queer romantic but especially a New York City queer person who understands the particular type of longing only a subway crush can have on the psyche. Follow along as new-to-the-city August waits tables, moves in with too many roommates, and just might fall in love with her train crush (who might not be exactly what they seem). Another gem from bestselling author Casey McQuiston, One Last Stop also stands out for the mesmerizing performance of Earphones Award-winning narrator Natalie Naudus.

Alexis Hall is another author who has made huge waves in the LGBTQIA+ romance world. His novel Boyfriend Material is a great choice for fans of Red, White & Royal Blue—they share high-profile characters and tabloid drama, enemies-to-lovers and opposites attract tropes, a UK setting, and some delightfully witty banter. Luc has lived his life in the tabloids thanks to the rock star dad he's never met and, in no small part, some of his own questionable decisions. But if he doesn't clean up his act soon, he might lose his job. That's where Type A, vegetarian, goodie-two- shoes Oliver comes in. Oliver needs a fake date for his parents' anniversary party, and Luc could improve his image with perfectionist Oliver. They have absolutely nothing in common, but that might just be the secret to a good fake relationship—or perhaps, even a real one. Alexis Hall's sense of humor combined with Joe Jameson's sharp narration make this a laugh-out-loud listen with heart.

There's something irresistible about fictional tales of the royal and well-connected. In this sapphic, Anastasia-inspired story by Alyssa Cole, Makeda runs away from her role as princess of Ibarania in search of a normal life. But after she gets dumped by her girlfriend and fired from her job, her future isn't looking promising. Bez is an investigator tasked with finding the lost princess and bringing her back to Ibarania. Maleka agrees to go with Bez to protect her grandmother, and on their transatlantic trip, Maleka realizes her legacy might not be the only thing worth fighting for. Narrator Karen Chilton expertly brings to life each dramatic twist and turn in Makeda and Bez's journey.

Fans of Red, White & Royal Blue's political drama, fake relationship trope, and enemies-to-lovers tension will fall hard for Liz Bowery's Love, Hate & Clickbait. Thom and Clay have been butting heads ever since they started working together on the presidential campaign trail for California's governor. But then they're caught fighting on camera from an angle that looks a lot like kissing, and it just happens to hit papers at the same time the governor makes a homophobic gaffe. Their boss asks them to lean into the rumors that they're dating in order to save her image. Thom and Clay go along with it, even though they passionately hate each other. Will their passion transform into something other than animosity? As they learn together to be a little bit kinder, the possibilities for a rewarding relationship grow.

Featuring queer royals and fake relationships, Her Royal Happiness is an excellent audiobook choice for fans of Casey McQuiston. Princess Alice is the first openly queer member of the British royal family. Sara is an education specialist and single mother who's anti-monarchy. Alice encounters Sara while speaking at a school, and their clash goes viral. Things get even more awkward when Alice has to ask Sara for a favor. Alice's nephew needs someone to help with his learning difficulties, and the press can't catch wind of it. A fake relationship between Alice and Sara is the perfect distraction from the issue at hand—until a real romance begins to develop. It's a royally good time, narrated with style by Sienna Frances.

Can't get enough of listens built on family drama, wealthy people's problems, and witty banter? Check out Kosoko Jackson's I'm So (Not) Over You. When Kian gets a call from his ex-boyfriend Hudson, he's expecting a long overdue apology. But instead he gets a desperate plea to be Hudson's fake boyfriend while his parents visit town. Kian reluctantly agrees, only to then get suckered into attending a lavish family wedding. Can Kian make the situation work in his favor? Or is their history too messy to ignore? The audio soars with its undeniable chemistry and snappy dialogue, performed with panache by Timothy Bell Reese.

If you thought the royal drama in Red, White & Royal Blue was juicy, then you won't believe the tension and spectacle that abounded in the 1880s. In Adriana Herrera's An Island Princess Starts a Scandal, Caribbean princess Manuela has one summer to live it up in Paris and show off her paintings before settling into a loveless marriage. Duchess Cora plans to take advantage of Manuela's summer of fun by seducing her into selling a valuable plot of land. Their whirlwind romance might just cause a massive Parisian scandal. As the drama builds, so does Nneka Okoye's skillful narration, drawing listeners into the midst of all the glamour and excitement.

If you’re on the hunt for a queer listen that gently tugs on your heartstrings, look no further than The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle by Matt Cain. Albert has dedicated decades of his life to delivering mail on his postal route, so when he's forced into retirement right before his 65th birthday, he feels set adrift. Forced to reckon with his loneliness, Albert looks back on the homophobia and lost love that left him with a lifetime of regrets. But maybe it's not too late for Albert to open his heart to new friends, a supportive community, and, above all else, a chance at happiness. It's a wonderfully endearing tale with an unforgettable protagonist, voiced with great charm by Simon Vance.

Yes, we've got plenty of recommendations for listeners who enjoyed the royal, political, and enemies-to-lovers aspects of Red, White & Royal Blue. But if you were wooed by the story's core self-discovery and coming out journey, Sorry, Bro is the listen for you. It isn't until her tech bro boyfriend proposes that Nar realizes he isn't what she's looking for. Her mom sees it as an opportunity to send Nar to a monthlong celebration of Armenian culture to embrace her roots—and go on dates with eligible Armenian men. Right away, Nar makes a new friend, Erebuni, who agrees to be her wingwoman. But soon, Nar realizes there's only one person she wants to get to know better—Erebuni. It's an endearing story of a woman embracing her identity as both bisexual and Armenian, made even more lovely by the thoughtful performance of Christine Mirzayan.

The slow-burn, love-hate relationship in Red, White & Royal Blue is totally irresistible, and you'll find a similar arc in Sydney Smyth's queer retelling of the classic rom-com When Harry Met Sally. In When Harry Met Harry, two men who are seated next to each other on a tumultuous plane ride continuously bump into each other over the course of years. They approach life very differently—Henry is a hardheaded businessman who doesn't believe in love, while Harrison is a music teacher and hopeless romantic. Through many unexpected meetings, they develop an unlikely friendship that grows into something more. The dual narration from Teddy Hamilton and Malcolm Young in this audiobook really sings, bringing humor and joy to Henry and Harrison's complicated dynamic.