Straight women can’t get enough of gay romance stories like ‘Heated Rivalry’ and ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’

A new trend is reshaping romance publishing: straight women are devouring gay male romance stories in unprecedented numbers. According to CNBC, titles like 'Heated Rivalry' and 'Red, White & Royal Blue' are drawing massive female audiences, despite centering entirely on male relationships with no female protagonists. Publishers attribute this to readers prioritizing character depth and emotional resonance over seeing themselves reflected on the page.

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