She went in for a book. She found a new life.
Audra Brownspierre spent two years planning a lavish wedding, only to find out her fiancé was still in love with his old flame. She finds her solace at the local bookstore, where she picks up a copy of Breaking Out Without Freaking Out After Your Breakup, which inspires her to work weekends surrounded by books instead of staying at home with her overbearing mother.
Giovanni Chowdhury is passionate about the literacy programs he's developed, but he must achieve his fundraising goals or lose his job. While visiting the bookstore to persuade the owner to host an event, he makes a mess of Audra's first day.
Neither of them is looking for love. Can they overcome their past and write a new chapter together?
By the Book is an uplifting story about second chances, unexpected beginnings, and the quiet magic that can happen in a bookstore. Fast-paced, heartwarming, and laced with humor, this sweet, cozy romance entertains readers with glamorous galas, awkward encounters, and a renegade parade float.
When life falls apart, sometimes the right book - and the right person - helps you rewrite the ending.