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The Perfect Rom-Com
Christian romance
The Perfect Rom-Com
286 pages · First published 2025
Aspiring novelist Bryony Page attends a writers conference hoping to sell her manuscript and bring attention to the financially struggling nonprofit where she teaches English. A disastrous pitch unexpectedly leads to an offer to ghostwrite for popular rom-com author Amelia Benedict, provided literary agent Jack Sterling also tries to sell Bryony’s own book. Bryony’s invisible work turns Amelia into an international bestseller, making the agency increasingly dependent on the writer whose name never appears on the covers. As Jack realizes he does not want to lose Bryony professionally or personally, she must decide how long she is willing to surrender her own voice to someone else’s success.
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Mild romantic content, including kissing
Alcohol-Free Pour
Rosewater Hot Chocolate
Velvety chocolate suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
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How to mix it
- Whisk the cocoa and sweetener into the hot liquid until smooth. Add remaining flavorings, heat until steaming, and pour into a mug. Add any listed topping.
- Garnish: As listed.
- Glassware: Mug.
Cocktail Pour · 21+
Manhattan
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A warming pour with a sharp edge suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
- 2 oz rye whiskey
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice
How to mix it
- Stir with ice until chilled and strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish: Cocktail cherry or orange twist.
- Glassware: Coupe.
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