Falon Ballard is a Los Angeles native who has been writing stories her whole life. After graduating with a degree in Creative Writing, Falon embarked on an eight-year teaching adventure before opening her own event planning business. When she’s not trolling Etsy for the latest merch from her favorite fandoms, she’s hanging out at Disneyland with a pretzel and beer in hand.
The Takedown (2023) Carlie Walker "Carlie Walker's debut novel is an absolute knockout! Her sparkling wit and keep-em-guessing plot had me totally smitten and also dreaming of a new career as a spy. One minute I was laughing, the next I was swooning, the next I was gasping in shock at the brilliant plot twists. This book is for everyone who (correctly) insists that Speed is a romance!"
Penelope in Retrograde (2023) Brooke Abrams "Penelope in Retrograde sucked me in from the very first page! Abrams's voice is a standout - she had me laughing on one page and tearing up on the next. With sparkling wit and characters I want to be best friends with, Abrams has crafted a story that cuts right to the heart of what it means to be a family, and she does it beautifully. This book is perfect for anyone who has ever struggled to find their place. Abrams has penned a brilliant debut, and I can't wait to see what she does next!"
Guy's Girl (2023) Emma Noyes "Emma Noyes completely captivated me with her spectacular debut! Guy's Girl is an honest, no-holds-barred look at life as a twenty something struggling to find love and find herself. Noyes deftly handles incredibly tough topics with care and sincerity, culminating in a sparkling work of fiction that I could not stop thinking about. This one stuck with me long after I finished the final page!"
The Roommate Pact (2023) Allison Ashley "The Roommate Pact gave me a literal heartache and this book secures Allison's title of Writer of All the Best Kisses. Anyone who wants to swoon needs to read this book!"
Dealbreakers (2023) Lauren Forsythe "Dealbreakers is pure rivals-to-lovers perfection! Full of witty banter and delightful characters, this book had me smiling from beginning to end. Marina's journey is so incredibly relatable and it was a joy watching her learn to open up, take chances, and be vulnerable. Forsythe's sharp dialogue and impeccably drawn characters make this book an absolute must read!"
Wanderlust (2023) Elle Everhart "Wanderlust is an absolutely stunning rom-com debut! Elle Everhart masterfully crafts a heartfelt and adorable love story while also delving into complex family relationships and seriously relatable real-life issues. On top of characters I immediately fell in love with, the book takes us on a gorgeous trip around the world - I was left with major travel envy! This romance had me smiling the entire time, even through my tears. Elle Everhart is a writer to watch!"
Mrs. Nash's Ashes (2023) Sarah Adler "Mrs. Nash's Ashes had me giggling from the very first page. Adler perfectly mixes humor, heart, and steam to create a flawless rom-com. Millie and Hollis are an absolute delight and have joined the ranks as one of my all-time favorite book couples. I laughed out loud throughout the entire book, which I read in one sitting because I couldn't put it down! If you're in the mood for a true rom-com, you cannot go wrong with this book!"
Love and Other Scams (2023) Philip Ellis and Philip Ellis "Ellis's sharp wit and masterfully drawn characters completely sucked me in from the first page. A true rom-com in every sense of the term, this book is full of hilarious hijinks, yet also tugged every one of my heartstrings. It's a pure delight!"
Too Wrong to Be Right (2023) Melonie Johnson "Friends to lovers is one of my favorite tropes, and Too Wrong to Be Right is friends to lovers perfection! This slow burn romance had all the angst and tension and I was basically yelling at these characters to just kiss already! (And then they did and it was amazing!) A thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining read from beginning to end!"
For Twice In My Life (2023) Annette Christie "Captured my heart from the very first page! Layla is my favorite kind of main character--flawed and messy but still completely charming and totally real. Christie's effortless banter is perfection and she uses her sharp wit to make Layla's career, family, and relationship struggles so relatable. I wanted to pack up my real life and move into the world of this book so we could all be friends. This is a book I'll return to again and again!"
Do You Take This Man (2022) Denise Williams "Once again, Denise Williams masterfully blends humor and heart with the perfect amount of steam. Do You Take This Man is full of authentic characters with relatable issues, hilarious wedding hijinks, and swoony sexy times. Lear earns a place on my list of favorite heroes, and Williams cements her spot on my list of favorite writers."
For Butter or Worse (2022) (Hollywood , book 1) Erin La Rosa "FOR BUTTER OR WORSE has all the ingredients of a perfect romance: impeccable banter, a stellar cast of characters, and a healthy dash of steam. Erin La Rosa has cooked up a romance that is sure to captivate readers. I'll be adding this one to my shelf of favorites!"
Circling Back to You (2022) Julie Tieu "Circling Back to You is the perfect friends to lovers workplace romance. Tieu has created two relatable and complex characters who completely stole my heart. Cadence and Matt's relationship is so realistic, I felt like I was watching two of my best friends fall in love! Tieu delivers a lovely and sweet romance I can't wait to read again and again."
