Because holiday romance happens all year long . . .
"The Koufax Curse" by KD Casey: On Tu Bishvat, former baseball rivals-now teammates-plant the seeds of a new romance." "Kwanzaa Kiss" by Kosoko Jackson: Anthony Jenkins and his life-long crush Markus compete in a Kwanzaa competition but might find love instead." "Their Dragonboat" by Hudson Lin: Straight-laced Julie and edgy enby Rae fall in love while training for the Dragon Boat Festival regatta. "Yes, Chef" by Jasmine Luck: Lawyer Nate unexpectedly needs to cook for Lunar New Year. Can Chef Zoey heat up his kitchen-and his heart? "Spiraling Closer" by Elsie Marrone: After an embarrassing encounter at Rosh Hashanah, Jenny and Asher find new love in a turbulent new year. "Heart and History" by October Rhea: Two quarreling teachers get a lesson in love as they prepare for Black Love Day. "A Tangled Truce" by Soumi Roy: Hridan has five days of Durga Puja to win over Rohini, whose fear of commitment outweighs their mutual attraction.