Christina Lauren is well - known for their 2019 contemporary romance 'The Unhoneymooners'. Helen Hoang is another important author, having written 'The Kiss Quotient' and 'The Bride Test' in 2019.
There are other authors too. Sally Thorne, though her work might not be strictly 2019 but is relevant in the contemporary romance genre. Her style has influenced many 2019 contemporary romance novelists. And Jasmine Guillory, who has a series of contemporary romance novels, and some of her works in 2019 or around that time contributed to the popularity of the genre.
Casey McQuiston is a notable author of 2019 contemporary romance novels with 'Red, White & Royal Blue'. Beth O'Leary is also notable for 'The Flatshare'.
Well, authors like Stephen King, with his horror and suspense-filled novels, and Haruki Murakami, known for his unique and magical-realism style, are significant in contemporary fiction. Besides, Zadie Smith has made a mark with her contemporary social commentaries in her writings.
Neil Gaiman is a very notable author in this genre. He has written works like 'The Graveyard Book' and 'American Gods'. V.E. Schwab is also well - known for her books such as 'A Darker Shade of Magic'. Erin Morgenstern, with her 'The Night Circus', has made a mark in contemporary dark fantasy.
Guillermo del Toro is quite notable. His works often blend gothic elements with horror and the fantastical. For instance, his movie 'Crimson Peak' has a strong gothic undercurrent with its spooky mansion and family secrets.
Colm Tóibín is a well - known author in contemporary Irish fiction. His works often deal with themes of family, sexuality, and Irish identity.
One notable author is Elena Ferrante. Her Neapolitan Novels offer a deep exploration of female friendship and the complex social structures in Italy. Jhumpa Lahiri is also significant. Her stories, often centered around the Indian - American experience, such as in 'Interpreter of Maladies', bring to light the cultural clashes and connections. Salman Rushdie is another, with his works being a blend of magical realism and political commentary, like in 'Midnight's Children'.
Well, there's Barbara Kingsolver. She has written books that touch on southern life and environmental and social issues. And don't forget about Pat Conroy. His novels often deal with family, the South's military heritage, and the complex relationships within southern families. There are also many emerging voices in contemporary southern fiction that are starting to gain recognition for their unique takes on southern life and culture.
I'm not sure specifically about all the notable authors of 1972 romance novels. But some established authors at that time might have dabbled in the genre. It could be that some well - known female authors were writing romance novels back then.
Colleen Hoover is very popular. Her books often deal with complex relationships and emotional storylines. Another is Nicholas Sparks. His novels are known for their heart - wrenching love stories set in contemporary times.
One popular author is Christina Lauren. They write contemporary romance novels that are full of humor and steamy scenes. Also, Sally Thorne has made a name for herself with her engaging and relatable romances. Their books usually feature strong - willed female characters and charming male leads, and the chemistry between the characters is palpable.
Well, Jojo Moyes became very well - known in 2015 with 'Me Before You'. Her writing in this novel is so poignant, especially when it comes to the relationship between the two main characters. Paula Hawkins, on the other hand, is known for 'The Girl on the Train'. Although it's not a pure - bred romance, it has enough elements to be considered in this category. The way she builds the relationships and the mystery around them is quite remarkable. Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan with 'The Royal We' created a story that many fans of contemporary royal romances adored. Their take on a fictional royal relationship was fresh and engaging.