Ali Hazelwood Books: The Ultimate Guide to STEM Romance & Beyond

If you’re anything like me, a flawless fake‑dating trope and a brilliant STEM heroine are bookish catnip. Ali Hazelwood delivers both in spades—and more! Whether you’re new to her work or hunting your next campus romance book, I’ve got your back. Here’s everything you need to know about Ali Hazelwood’s books, from her bestseller The Love Hypothesis to her YA chess rom‑com and beyond.

Who Is Ali Hazelwood?

Ali Hazelwood is a New York Times bestselling author and neuroscientist whose day job involves writing peer‑reviewed articles—no swoony kisses required. Born in Italy and seasoned by life in Germany and Japan, she now lives in the US with her husband and three cats. When she’s not grading lab reports or plotting scientific papers, she’s crafting STEM‑powered love stories that’ll make you root for every heroine.

Why We Love Her STEMinist Rom‑Coms

• Relatable heroines: Brilliant women in labs, lecture halls, and on racetracks.
• Witty banter: Think rapid chemistry meets punch‑drunk romance.
• Spice level: Expect open‑door romance—yes, there’s steam.
• Standalone: Dive in anywhere—though series fans will want the order, below.

All Ali Hazelwood Books in Order

Adult Contemporary Romance

1. The Love Hypothesis (2021)
   A fake‑dating experiment between two academic rivals that becomes all too real.
2. Love On The Brain (2022)
   A neuroscientist and an astronaut collide—and spark—in zero‑gravity love.
3. Love, Theoretically (2023)
   A fake‑girlfriend side‑gig goes off‑script when theory meets reality.
4. Bride (2024)
   A paranormal twist on academic romance you didn’t see coming.
5. Not in Love (2024)
   A second‑chance story set in the cutthroat world of academic publishing.
6. Deep End (2025)
   Dive deep with two oceanographers navigating romance and rival research.
7. Problematic Summer Romance (2025)
   Stuck together in a Sicilian villa, Maya and her brother’s best friend navigate clichés…and surprising truths.
8. Mate  (2025)
   A Human‑Were hybrid and her Alpha protector fight political conspiracies—and undeniable attraction.

Bonus: If you’re interested in diving fang-first into Ali Hazelwood paranormal romance books, I have a guide just for you!

Young Adult

• 2023: Check & Mate
  Rival chess champions face off—and fall for each other—one move at a time.

Novellas & Collections

• Under One Roof (2022)
• Stuck With You (2022)
• Below Zero (2022)
• Loathe To Love You (2023) (collection of the three novellas)

📌 Tip: Grab Loathe To Love You for all three STEM‑filled mini‑romances in one go!

• Cruel Winter With You (2024)
  Stranded by a blizzard, a pediatrician and her best friend’s brother learn that Christmas isn’t the only thing that can warm you.
• Two Can Play (2024)
  Arch‑nemeses in game dev find that boss battles aren’t limited to code—available now on Spotify and all audiobook platforms.

Anthology Contribution

• From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi (2023)
  Ali Hazelwood joins 39 authors to retell Return of the Jedi through a fresh supporting‑character lens.

How to Read Them

All Ali Hazelwood titles are stand‑alone, so you can jump in wherever you like.

• New to Hazelwood? Start with The Love Hypothesis.
• Novella fan? Pick up Loathe To Love You for three mini‑STEM romances in one.
• Audio addict? Stream Two Can Play on Spotify (or your favorite audiobook retailer).
• Try YA next: Check & Mate for a fresh take on her signature style.

Top 3 Must‑Read Ali Hazelwood Books

1. The Love Hypothesis — the OG STEMinist romance that started it all.
2. Check & Mate — YA chess romance that slays with witty banter.
3. Love, Theoretically — my personal favorite for its laugh‑out‑loud class hijinks.

What do you think about these Ali Hazelwood books?

Have you read any books by Ali Hazelwood?  Are any of these books or her other works on your TBR? What book by Ali Hazelwood is your favorite?  What Ali Hazelwood books would you add to this list? Let us talk about Ali Hazelwood the comments below.