The moment I’ve been dreaming of is finally here—my debut novel, Obsessing Over Us and Coffee, is now officially available for pre-order on Amazon (order here), and honestly, it feels so surreal to type those words. I’ve spent so much time working on this book, and to finally see it out in the world, even just for pre-orders, is a milestone I’ll never forget.
Mark your calendars, because the book officially launches on January 31, 2025, and I am counting down the days until you can hold it in your hands (or download it on your Kindle). Speaking of which, if you’re a Kindle reader, you can pre-order the eBook now to make sure it’s ready to download the moment it goes live. For my fellow paperback lovers—because there’s nothing quite like the feeling of holding a book, flipping through its pages, and inhaling that “new book” smell—you can snag your copy starting January 31.
Writing this book has been a labor of love, fueled by countless cups of coffee (yes, the title is a little nod to that!) and many late nights spent immersed in these characters’ lives. There were moments when the words flowed effortlessly, and other moments when I rewrote the same paragraph a dozen times, trying to get it just right. But every time I reread a scene and felt the magic come alive on the page, I knew it was all worth it.
This weekend brought another surreal milestone: the arrival of the proof copies. Holding that proof copy in my hands for the first time was a moment I’ll never forget. It’s one thing to see your words on a computer screen, but it’s something else entirely to see them bound together in an actual book. The weight of it in my hands, the beautiful cover, the crisp pages—it felt like a dream come true. That was the moment it all became real for me.
I spent the weekend poring over the proof copy, checking every word, every margin, every detail to ensure the final version is nothing short of perfect. I want the experience of reading Obsessing Over Us and Coffee to feel as special to you as it feels to me.
For everyone who has supported me on this journey—thank you doesn’t even begin to cover it. Your encouragement, kind words, and enthusiasm have kept me going through every step, and I’m so grateful to have you along for the ride.
The Countdown Is On
We’re officially on the countdown to January 31, 2025! Until then, I’ll be sharing sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes updates, and maybe even a few surprises to celebrate this exciting journey.
If you’ve already pre-ordered Obsessing Over Coffee and Us, I’d love to hear from you! Drop a comment and let me know how excited you are. It means the world to me to share this experience with all of you.
Favorite Quotes to Get You Excited
Now, because I couldn’t resist, here’s a sneak peek at a few of my favorite quotes from Obsessing Over Us and Coffee (that don’t give everything away):
“A guy doesn’t bring a plant unless he’s interested.” – Jerry, Chapter Two
“I sit on the couch, look at the boxes, and hope they magically unpack themselves.” – Mare, Chapter Three
“Fingers crossed I don’t spill coffee on the CEO or something.” – Mare, Chapter Four
“I liked you better as the new innocent girl that moved to town.” – Ethan, Chapter Five
“But he hates me. Not as much as I hate him, but still.” – Mare, Chapter Seven
“To complicated men and even more complicated feelings.” – Sarah, Chapter Nine
She gave herself a little shake, snapped her fingers over her keyboard like a conductor about to launch into a symphony, and finally, finally started typing. – Mare, Chapter Twelve (I have never related more in my life!)
“Mom, if this is about someone getting engaged or having babies—” – Mare, Chapter Twelve
“It’s really not what you think,” Mare insisted, crossing her arms defensively. “And even if it were, I don’t know that I’d be interested. He’s everything I’m trying to avoid in a man.” – Mare, Chapter Fourteen
It’s fine, she told herself. Just hormones or whatever. – Mare, Chapter Nineteen
This was fine. Totally fine. She could handle this. She was a professional—a professional who may have kissed her boss but was still totally a professional. – Mare, Chapter Twenty
Is this what it’s going to be like every time I see him now? Nerve-wracking, heart-palpitating madness? – Mare, Chapter Twenty
The truth was worse than the rumors. – Mare, Chapter Twenty-One
“Life is messy. Honestly, the only thing not messy is, like… a perfectly organized spice rack, and I don’t even know people like that.” – Sarah, Chapter Twenty-Three
Maybe I should blurt it out? No, too aggressive. Or should I wait for him to speak first? No, that’s too passive. Ugh, why is talking so hard? – Mare, Chapter Twenty-Four
“Just grab him by the tie and say, ‘Listen, buddy, we’re doing this!’” – Mare’s mom, Chapter Twenty-Five