Her backup plan for marriage is the one man she can’t afford to fall for.I have a problem. Actually, I have several.I just got dumped. Again. This time by a guy who listens to pirate rock. Apparently, it's a thing. What's more, my thirtieth birthday is less than a week away, and my biological clock isn't just ticking, it's practically screaming.So I do what any rational woman on the verge of thirty would do: I drag my best friend out of a date and propose a backup plan.The deal is if neither of us is married by thirty-five, we marry each other.The problem is Asher is ridiculously handsome, effortlessly charming, and absolutely NOT boyfriend material. He's my client, my confidant, and the guy who makes me laugh when I want to cry.He's Plan B. A safety net. Nothing more.But somewhere between late-night conversations, stolen glances, and a Stevie, the Jack Russell terrier who's practically planning our wedding, the line between friendship and something more starts to blur.Because here's the thing about backup plans: sometimes they turn out to be the main event.Tropes you'll love:?? friends to lovers?? back-up guy?? marriage pact?? slow burn?? workplace romance?? opposites attract?? American guy?? British girl?? witty banter?? happily ever afterNever Fall for Your Back-Up Guy is a funny London romantic comedy featuring a friends-to-lovers romance, a slow burn love story, workplace romance, witty banter, and a guaranteed happily ever after. It's the first book in the It's Complicated series and can be read as a standalone title. It's a closed door laugh-out-loud and romantic friends-to-lovers story set in London.Titles in the It's Complicated series:Never Fall for Your Back-Up GuyNever Fall for Your EnemyNever Fall for Your Fake FiancéNever Fall for Your One that Got AwayThe It’s Complicated series is a set of funny London romantic comedies featuring friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, fake relationships, second chance romance, and happily ever afters.

The vacation ended. The heat didn’t…Meet Suzie Callaghan: French teacher, newly single, newly heartbroken. After an awful break-up, she heads to Mallorca for a much-needed holiday with her cousins, expecting sun, sangria, and siestas.She isn’t expecting to fall in love – especially not with the handsome Spaniard who rescues her when she gets separated from her group during an ill-judged midnight skinny dip.But what starts as a steamy holiday romance built on white lies and mistaken identities turns into something more complicated when “Carlos” shows up at the school she works at.Except his name isn’t Carlos. It’s Charlie Shaw, and he’s the new Spanish teacher.Now they’re stuck in department meetings pretending they haven’t seen each other naked, both feeling thoroughly duped, both wondering if that hot holiday fling can exist in real life? But when they’re thrown together again on a school trip to Seville, the heat between them proves impossible to resist.If you’ve ever wondered if that holiday romance could turn into something more, you’ll love this laugh-out-loud romantic comedy sizzling with summer vibes. Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Meghan Quinn and Beth O’Leary.What readers are saying about Hot to Go:“HILARIOUS FROM START TO FINISH! I wish I could give this more than 5 stars. Easily one of my top reads of the year. You’ll be laughing so hard that I suggest you don’t read this anywhere outside your home… Perfect beach read. Just don’t read it at the beach. You'll embarrass yourself.” Reader review, ?????“Cozy and hilarious, the banter had me in absolute stitches. I haven’t laughed so hard in ages! … One of the best romances I’ve ever had the absolute pleasure of reading. I DEVOURED this book and simultaneously savoured every word.” Reader review, ?????“I have never read a romance novel that I finished and thought: no amount of this could ever truly be enough. I could have read another 400 pages of Suzie and Charlie. The most magical, heartwarming and genuine love story I’ve had the pleasure of reading in years. I have no notes, this was utter perfection. Five stars!” Reader review, ?????“I laughed out loud and swooned so many times!! This is the perfect summer rom-com!” Reader review, ?????“The perfect beach read!! ... I loved the witty banter, cute storyline and the different POVs had me always saying, oh just one more chapter." Reader review, ?????“One of my favourite books of 2025! This book was so funny, witty, emotional, and I could not put it down.” Reader review, ?????“I loved this, it had strong Sophie Kinsella, Helen Fielding vibes and I genuinely adored it… just such a sweet and wonderful romance.” Reader review, ?????“I cannot stress this enough: do not read this book in public unless you’re okay with laughing like an absolute loon in the most inappropriate of places… beneath all the madness and humour, is a really lovely, heartwarming story about love, family, and the strange comfort of finding your person." Reader review, ?????“Zoomed through this wonderful and witty read… Let me tell you, the banter was bantering and the spice was spicing. I instantly fell in love… This is the comical relief we all need and a reminder that sometimes it’s ok to trust the universe’s push towards love. A perfect summer read!” Reader review, ?????“Kristen Bailey never misses! I love love love her books. If you’re looking for a great read to take to the beach this would be the one!” Reader review, ?????“Omg I laughed out loud from the very beginning to the end!” Reader review, ?????“It’s not summer without a Kristen Bailey book, and Hot To Go brought the heat! ” Reader review, ?????

The first book in the sparkling Glorious Summer series from CP Ward, author of Christmas at the Marshmallow Cafe and Autumn in Sycamore Park.Tired of the city, Grace Clelland returns to Blue Sands, the quiet Cornish seaside village where she grew up. There she will meet old flames and old friends, rekindle old loves and ignite new ones in a novel that will have you dreaming of the soft crash of the waves on the shore, the feel of sand between your toes, overloaded ice-creams and smoky beach barbeques.Not to be missed - the debut summer novel from CP Ward - the author whose Delightful Christmas and Warm Days of Autumn series have captivated thousands of readers worldwide with their warmth, humour, and just a little hint of romance...

Escape to the sunshine with this BRAND NEW feel-good romantic comedy from Phoebe MacLeod ??? Perfect for fans of Sarah Adams, Emily Henry and Tessa Bailey!She heads to Jamaica for rest and relaxation and ends up starring in her own tropical rom-com, featuring an ex she can’t escape, and sparks that refuse to stay on holiday Tori needs a holiday. London is cold and grey, work is manic, and after a regrettable New Year’s Eve hookup with her ex, her best friends won’t stop pushing her onto dating apps. So when a colleague offers Tori the last spot on a Jamaican getaway, she doesn't take much persuasion.But paradise comes with a twist. Not only is she forced to share a room with grumpy, recently dumped Robert, but her ex has turned up too, hand-in-hand with his new girlfriend. Ten days in the sun suddenly looks like ten days of torture.Still, Tori is determined to make the most of her situation. And who knows, with sun-kissed beaches, poolside views, and a charming hotel piano player, this trip might just turn into the escape she didn’t know she needed…TROPES: Beach read romance Romantic comedy Exes in paradise Forced proximity Strangers to lovers Jealousy pactFrom the TOP 10 BESTSELLING author of Love, Accidentally and Hook, Line and Single.Praise for Phoebe MacLeod:‘The perfect book.’ Goodreads review ??????????‘This book fundamentally changed me and now I need to read every romcom I can get my claws on! I giggled, I almost threw my book, I kicked my little feet, and I finished it basically in one sitting … what more could you ask for?’ Goodreads review ??????????‘MacLeod weaves a tale of unexpected love, second chances, and the magic of warm summer days.’ Goodreads review ??????????‘Phoebe Macleod writes easy to ready, sweet but not shallow books. She has a lovely writing style and she’s the sort of author that I feel safe with, that I know I’m probably going to love pretty much anything she writes - one of the finish-a-book-and-buy-one-straight-after-on-kindle kinda vibes!‘ Goodreads review ??????????‘I love when a book can make me LOL in real life the whole time. This was such a fun rom-com and a safe one for people who like books without all the spice.’ Goodreads review ??????????‘This is a delightfully sweet and charming romantic comedy with a grumpy/sunshine trope (one of my favorites!)’ Goodreads review ??????????‘It's a very light, feelgood read and certainly put a smile on my face.’ Goodreads review ??????????‘A cute rom-com that focuses on friendship and different types of relationships, not just romance. I loved it, the characters are messy and complex as in real life.’ Goodreads review ??????????

A wildly romantic, escapist summer romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Sarah Morgan, guaranteed to make you feel like you’re on vacation already! ? ?? We need a bookseller for the Barefoot Bookshop on the Beach… apply here!When Harper sees an ad for what must surely be the most idyllic job in the world, she’s almost tempted. But she can’t possibly leave her bookshop job in London, or her burgeoning career as a successful Bookstagram influencer… That is, until a casual remark about a debut author lands her in deep trouble.So she applies. After all, now she’s got nothing to lose. Except maybe her heart, she realises, as she lands on the beautiful island of Ésperé in the Seychelles and finds herself seemingly surrounded by beautiful men. Including the hotel owner, moody but heartbreakingly-handsome Xavier.But inter-staff relations are strictly forbidden. And Harper has enough on her plate, with a member of staff missing and a wily band of expats to contend with. Plus, she’s determined to make the bookshop and new start the success they deserves to be… Even if – under the blazing sunshine – the romance novel superfan in her can’t help but hope the boss of the hotel might not be quite the grump he seems…The most romantic story you’ll read this year, with an unforgettable cast of characters that includes a giant tortoise living in a bookshop. Don’t miss it! Available now! Praise for Rebecca Raisin:‘I was truly swept away by this romance. The setting is spectacular, the characters are a delight, and the romance is pure joy. I loved it!’ Jo Lyons, author on The Barefoot Bookshop on the Beach‘Once I started reading, I was completely swept away… A perfect summer escape!’ Reader Review ????‘Ahhh I absolutely loved this book!… Made me laugh, warmed my heart… Fabulous.’ NetGalley reviewer ?????‘I really want to go on this trip! I love how Rebecca brings you to the heart of the characters in this book and the positivity and joy I get from reading her stories.’ Reader Review ????‘This book made my heart very happy… An absolute warm hug in book form.’ NetGalley reviewer ?????‘I have no idea how Rebecca Raisin does it, but she keeps writing enchanting heart-warming stories, that you never want to end… I would suggest curling up on the sofa, with a glass of something, and some chocolate (the French food descriptions will make you hungry!), and just escape into this wonderful story.’ Reader Review ?????‘This book was just adorable… Loved the storyline… Brilliant quirky characters that you could not help fall in love with… what more could you want?’ Reader Review ?????‘Oh, how I loved this book!… Really lively and vibrant and so engaging. I really didn’t want to put the book down and… read it in less than a day… I was fully invested!’ Reader Review ????

Every woman who’s raised a teenager will love this book…Christina takes a job as a governess on a mysterious island to get her daughter Lexi away from “bad influences.” But she hadn’t planned on the handsome king, his conniving mother, or the teen-age son with his own bad habits. A thoroughly modern, royal romance.“The King and I” meets “Grease.”The Royal Governess is the first book in the delightful Romancing the Royals contemporary romance series. If you like gorgeous characters, fun antics, and good clean escapism, then you'll love Barbara Lohr's whirlwind tale!