Why can’t we resist the broody, reckless bad boy? From tragic backstories to smirks that melt us, here’s why this romance trope has us hooked.

There’s something about summer that makes romance novels hit differently—maybe it’s the sunshine, the heat, or those unforgettable beachside moments. Whether you’re craving forced proximity, vacation flings, or the slow burn of friends to lovers, these five romance tropes are the perfect summer read. From quirky road trips to lifeguard love stories, we’ve rounded up the books you’ll want to add to your TBR this season. Ready to fall in love all over again? Let’s dive in!

Los Angeles. Hmmm . . . movie industry, bright lights, famous actors, wannabes and scriptwriters . . . There's something about LA that...

Another day, another award. Sigh. It's just so tedious how people keep giving The Refusal these things . . . hahaha. Being serious for a...

I put The Refusal in for as many awards as I could find, expecting that the competition would be fierce and maybe I'd win something if I...

I am so thrilled to be a semi-finalist in the Indies Today 2021 book awards. Their book review for The Refusal is amazing too (see...

One of the joys of being involved in the bookish community on social media is exploring fun things to post, alongside promoting my books....

So I was scrolling down the page thinking . . . yeah, yeah, won't even have got placed. There's not even a romance section . . . there's...

When the first author copies arrived it was so exciting to hold The Refusal in my hands for the first time and see all my words in print...

I recently recruited an advanced reader copy (ARC) team for my debut novel, The Refusal. It's been a complete thrill getting all the...

I really feel that this lovely book cover design belongs to all of the people who voted for it on Instagram. This was the clear winner:...

A little sneak preview from the final editing I'm working on. This is from the first lunch my two main protagonists (Janus and Jo) have...