I want to start reading outside my norm (which is typically YA contemporary and fantasy) and I am very interested in checking out some romance novels. The problem is that it is very overwhelming when walking into a used bookstore and seeing the sheer amount of books that are available. I would prefer something that is not a part of a series. I feel like I would be leaning towards historical or fantasy romance, but contemporary romance recs would be fine too. Not looking for erotica, but something more than sweet? I don't know all my romance lingo, haha. I'm not sure if I should check out the big name authors like Danielle Steel or Nora Roberts or some other lesser known authors that members here might be able to recommend.