I’m a lifelong reader who gravitates toward character-driven stories with a thread of hope. I’m a sucker for a good happily-ever-after, but I will read almost anything that rings true. I love books that make me feel deeply, and I believe stories are one of the best ways to develop empathy and compassion. I’ve been writing my own stories since I was eight years old making books with notebook paper and cereal-box covers.
This is the kind of book I like to read in a day, curled up in my favorite chair or stretched out in a backyard hammock. From the moment I opened the cover, I was immersed in this funny, sweet story and captivated by the endearing characters.
I love a romance that has some shadows to balance out the lightness, and this finds that balance.
'A big hit of dopamine' EMILY GIFFIN *The instant New York Times bestseller!*
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She's rewriting his love story. But can she rewrite her own?
Emma has big dreams, though she hasn't let herself think about them in years. Until her big break comes along: she's offered the chance to write a screenplay with none other than her hero, Charlie-freaking-Yates! And it's a rom-com! It's the dream... Until reality sets in.
Charlie is a bonafide Hollywood movie-writing legend. He's also, as it turns out, kind of a jerk. He's only writing this movie to get a Mafia movie that he…
This book made me laugh, cry, and swoon…so it’s basically everything I want from a romance. It’s about living in the present and realizing that all of our experiences shape who we are. Every element of this story is pitch-perfect, in my opinion, with just the right balance of introspection, heart, and humor.
The characters are endearing and relatable, and I was rooting for them the whole time.
Is living the life you've wished for really a dream come true?
Lucy Young is twenty-six and tired. Tired of fetching coffees for senior TV producers, sick of going on disastrous dates, and done with living in a damp flat with roommates who never buy toilet paper. After another disappointing date, Lucy stumbles upon a wishing machine. Pushing a coin into the slot, Lucy closes her eyes and wishes with all her might: Please, let me skip to the good part of my life.
When she wakes the next morning to a handsome man, a ring on her finger, a…
I adored this romantic and layered story. The characters were grounded, realistic, and loveable.
The conflicts and tension in the story felt true to life and kept me turning the pages, as did the heart-thumping—and non–traditional—romance. I stayed up way too late devouring this novel, which, in my world, is the highest praise.
Josephine, a 41-year-old single mom, is too busy for romance. Balancing a teenage daughter and an autistic son keeps her hands full. Now, she's in a showdown with the special education department at Jackson's new school, advocating for his needs—occasionally in her pajamas.Thirty-two-year-old Gavin left the sales world for education because he didn't know what he wanted. The last thing the school coordinator expects—or needs—is to catch feelings for the mother of one of his clients.Juggling special education meetings, Shabbat dinners, support groups, and stolen kisses, Josephine and Gavin must figure out how to meet Jackson's needs while deciding if…
The superb novel from the bestselling author of Half A World Away and All the Lonely People.
'A joyful celebration of life' - Heat
'Filled with warmth, tenderness and character. It really made me think, too - I love that it encourages us to see the extraordinary in the ordinary. A gorgeous novel' - Beth O'Leary
'A keenly observed and warm-hearted tale of how people cope with loss and keep their dreams alive against the odds . . . a delightful read' - Ruth Hogan
Still reeling from the sudden death of her mother, Jess is about to do the…
Think how tough it is to reach adulthood in today's complicated world. Now imagine doing so in front of a global audience. That's what growing up in show business is like. Every youthful mistake laid bare for all to see. Malefactors looking to ensnare the naive at any turn. Each…
I’m a firm believer that a fulfilling, interesting, adventurous life isn’t just for the young, and that’s one thing I loved about this book and its dual storyline between a young woman and her grandmother.
It reminded me that a change in perspective often does wonders and that love can often be found in unexpected places.
A grandmother and granddaughter swap lives in The Switch, a charming, romantic novel by Beth O’Leary, who has been hailed as “the new Jojo Moyes” (Cosmopolitan UK)...
When overachiever Leena Cotton is ordered to take a two-month sabbatical after blowing a big presentation at work, she escapes to her grandmother Eileen's house for some long-overdue rest.
Eileen is newly single and about to turn eighty. She'd like a second chance at love, but her tiny Yorkshire village doesn't offer many eligible gentlemen.
So they decide to try a two-month swap.
Eileen will live in London and look for love. She’ll…
Sometimes, you have to leave home to find your heart.
Most single women in their 40s would stay in the city they love, with the killer apartment, a successful career, and good friends. But Kristen Barnes craves change. Arriving in the small town of Riverton, she expects new scenery and a year of quality time with her dad to reignite her creativity. Instead, her neighbor turns out to be a major distraction. This is a thoughtful, funny, feel-good story about friendship, grief, and healing.
Shay Tanner has three rules when it comes to her acting career. Ex-musician Dustin Shaw threatens each of them just by breathing. Not only is he brooding, reclusive, and undeniably attractive, but he’s her best friend’s roommate. Now Shay’s roommate while she’s in town filming for the role of a…
Winner of the 2025 PenCraft Seasonal Book Award Spring Competition - Women's Fiction
Kelly needs a break, even if it’s only for the weekend. But visiting her aunt in Sun City turns into an unexpected care-giving situation, prompting her to face avoided decisions.
