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

Hi pals, it’s Eve here! In this post, I’m sharing some of my favourite Scottish romance authors who deserve more love, from cosy island stories to modern queer love in Edinburgh and beyond. These writers capture Scotland perfectly — the humour, the heart, and the little messy moments that make life and love so brilliant. If you love swoon-worthy romance with a real sense of place, this one’s for you. 💕

Love isn’t always grand gestures — sometimes it’s a quiet touch, a steady presence, or a simple “I’ve got this.” Each of my leading men speaks love in his own language — through service, words, touch, or time. Together, they remind me that love isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s personal, powerful, and beautifully human.

"Pets don’t just fill space in romance novels—they reveal character, amplify emotion, and sometimes even play matchmaker. A wagging tail or muddy pawprint can leave just as big a mark on readers’ hearts as the love story itself."

Behind the first kiss in The Refusal is a turning point for Janus and Jo. He holds back, giving her space, but when she leans in, everything changes. Writing from his POV let me show his vulnerability, her choice, and the spark that shifts their relationship from hesitation to desire.

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Go behind the scenes of a chaotic indie book launch. From gym mishaps to viral cakes, see how to create noise and drive traffic for your new release.

Amazon canceled ebook preorders for The Outcast due to a subtitle issue. Good news: resubmission is pending approval. Stay tuned for the new link!

Gemini said Delighted that The Refusal earned an honorable mention in General Fiction at this prestigious London book award! A huge win for romance. See the full list of winners here.

The Wishing Shelf Awards review The Refusal. A sexy, contemporary romance with a fierce heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants.

Celebrating The Refusal as a Distinguished Favorite at the Independent Press Award! Discover the craft behind this romance. Shop now.

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Go behind the scenes of The Refusal! Discover the viral Chapter 34 sex scene secrets, reader edits, and how to get the exclusive unedited bonus content.

The Refusal won the Pinnacle Award. A sexy, contemporary romance with a fierce heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants.

The Refusal. Award winning sexy, contemporary romance with a fierce heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants.

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Watch as I open an exciting parcel of romance novels, featuring a sassy heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants. Come and meet your next book boyfriend.

Find out more about me, the author behind The Refusal. A sexy, contemporary romance with a fierce heroine and a man who thinks he can get anything he wants.