If Galentine’s Day is your kind of holiday, then this list is for you. I’ve gathered my favorite books 📚 and films 🎬 that celebrate strong female friendships, joyful chaos, and the kind of love that isn’t romantic but is absolutely soul–shaping. From ride-or-die besties who support each other through heartbreak to chaotic friend groups who refuse to let life dull their sparkle, these stories remind us that romance is lovely, but friendship is magic. So grab your girls, grab

Some of the best moments as a romance author happen when readers share their unhinged, hilarious, or downright chaotic thoughts about my books. I’ve received texts about readers screaming at their pets during a plot twist, tweets confessing to sneaking snacks while crying over a love triangle, and emails demanding a sequel because they can’t live without my characters’ banter. These messages are chaotic, absurd, and absolutely wonderful.

January always puts me in the mood to talk about good kisses, and in romance, a good first kiss can make or break the entire reading experience. I love when a kiss has tension, timing, and that perfect mix of nerves and desire. The kind that makes you sit up a little straighter because you know everything is about to change. From the chaotic elevator kiss in The Hating Game to spicy, slow-burn moments in indie romcoms like The Cheat Sheet and When Sparks Fly, these scenes re

January arrives like a sleepy friend in mismatched pajamas, but I have learned to love its quiet charm. Winter slows everything down in a way that feels strangely perfect for writing romance. I settle in with a blanket and something warm to drink, and the stillness helps me slip into deeper emotional scenes. I also give myself a softer routine. Shorter writing sessions and small wins feel much more natural this time of year. Even a few hundred words can spark momentum.

Music is a huge part of my winter writing routine. The right song can spark a kiss, shape a confession, or soften a moment between characters. I am sharing the playlists that inspire my cosiest, most romantic scenes, from soft snowfall moods to festive twinkly magic. If you have a winter song that lights up your heart, I would love to hear it.