Why am I passionate about this?

I like to read about people pursuing their dream because that’s not an easy thing to do. When I was working as a lawyer at a corporate law firm, I was sure I wanted to become a partner. But eventually I realized that being in-house counsel at a company was a much better fit for me so I changed jobs. And similarly, I’d always wanted to write a romantic comedy and so, after many years as a lawyer, I started taking courses at night, and eventually I found the courage to quit my legal job and pursue this passion. The underlying theme of all of my books is to encourage readers to pursue their dreams. 


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Love Is an Art

By Kathy Strobos,

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What is my book about?

Tessa: I’m dressed as a struggling artist, acting as bait to entice a scammer who conned my friend. Instead,…

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Kathy Strobos Why did I love this book?

This is one of my favorite books—probably because I was a stressed-out corporate lawyer who definitely can’t iron.

The Undomestic Goddess is the story of a workaholic lawyer who is trying to become a partner at her law firm—only to get fired for an egregious mistake that she can’t believe she made. In her shock, she agrees to become a housekeeper. The only problem is she has no idea how to do any housework, which leads to some hilarious scenes.

I also loved how she figured out the mystery leading to her dismissal. This book made me feel less alone as a stressed-out workaholic lawyer and also made me consider that maybe being a partner at a law firm was not what I really wanted in life.

By Sophie Kinsella,

Why should I read it?

3 authors picked The Undomestic Goddess as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

'Funny, fast and farcical. I loved it' JOJO MOYES

The hilarious romantic comedy from NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR Sophie Kinsella

Samantha thrives under pressure. A high-powered London lawyer, all she can concentrate on is taking the next step in her career; eating, sleeping, seeing friends - even taking a breath - will have to wait.

But just when she's about to get everything she has ever wanted, Samantha makes a mistake. A fifty-million-pound, career-destroying mistake. Unable to face the consequences, she does the unimaginable and runs away...

Catching the first train she can, she finds herself in the countryside, outside…


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Kathy Strobos Why did I love this book?

The protagonist, Ariadne, is also a stressed-out lawyer—are you sensing a theme?

In this case, her becoming a law firm partner is not only her aspiration, but the dream of her dad—and she doesn’t want to disappoint him. But Ariadne begins to question this goal upon meeting Jihoon. He’s her roommate’s cousin come to recover from a breakup. Ariadne creates a walking map for him, with all her favorite places in her Toronto neighborhood, sharing her delight in creating travel itineraries.

I loved the swooniness of the romance (I’m addicted to Korean romance dramas so this novel hits those heartwarming moments) and Ariadne’s journey figuring out her future. This book’s message—that in the end, you have to live your life for yourself—definitely resonated with me.

By Lily Chu,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Comeback as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

For fans of The People We Meet on Vacation and everything K-Pop comes a hilarious and thoughtful story of fame, family, and love.

"Hilarious and relatable." ―Talia Hibbert, USA Today bestselling author for The Stand-In

Ariadne Hui thrives on routine. So what if everything in her life is planned down to the minute: that's the way she likes it. If she's going to make partner in Toronto's most prestigious law firm, she needs to stay focused at all times.

But when she comes home after yet another soul-sucking day to find an unfamiliar, gorgeous man camped out in her living…


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Kathy Strobos Why did I love this book?

The Singles Table features a lawyer too—but Zara is a happy, free-spirited lawyer because she loves the quirky law firm she works for. Her problem is that the law firm may go under unless she can drum up some business.

Luckily, she has her family and the aunties on her side.  I love an opposites-attract romance, and Zara and Jay were absolutely lovely together. Plus, there were some hilarious scenes between them and with family. And I loved how Zara figured out how to build her case and save her law firm—and Jay. 

By Sara Desai,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Singles Table as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Opposites attract in this laugh-out-loud romantic comedy about a free-spirited lawyer who is determined to find the perfect match for the grumpy bachelor at her cousin's wedding.
 
After a devastating break-up, celebrity-obsessed lawyer Zara Patel is determined never to open her heart again. She puts her energy into building her career and helping her friends find their happily-ever-afters. She's never faced a guest at the singles table she couldn’t match, until she crosses paths with the sinfully sexy Jay Dayal.
 
Former military security specialist Jay has no time for love. His life is about working hard, staying focused, and winning…


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Kathy Strobos Why did I love this book?

The Summer of Sebastian features computer programmer Helen Hobbs and Olympic athlete Sebastian Clarke, so there are no lawyers here, although Sebastian with his fake dating contract and his citing the various clauses makes a good lawyer stand-in.

Helen wants to save the only home she’s ever known—an idyllic cottage set in the middle of Mendip Hills, near Bristol in the UK. She’s willing to do anything for her dream—and that includes fake dating Sebastian for money.

I adore fake dating romances and this one gets it right—especially with the brilliant banter between Helen and Sebastian. And I love how Helen and Sebastian figure out how to make their dreams a reality. 

By Giulia Skye,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Summer of Sebastian as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

There’s been a mistake…

Olympic athlete Sebastian Clarke has six weeks to repair the damage to his reputation or lose the funding he needs to finally win that gold. Working as a sports ambassador in England for the summer is the perfect way to prove to his sponsors that he’s still their wholesome hero, and to seal the deal, he’s hired a sweet university librarian to pose as his girlfriend. Cassie is nothing like the Las Vegas showgirls the media stirred the truth with last month, but when she turns up late for their first meeting, Seb doesn’t expect to…


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Kathy Strobos Why did I love this book?

This romantic comedy is hilarious, and yet also so emotional.

Olive is scared to try anything new, ever since her parents divorced and her world fell apart. She took a temporary job as a fishmonger to help pay for university, but nine years later, she’s still there. But now her best friend, Birdie, is dying, and Birdie has one final wish: deliver Birdie’s goodbye letter personally to her first love.

Only Birdie doesn’t know where he is—and so Olive has to venture out of her comfort zone and find him somewhere in New York City. But what Olive discovers is herself again—and her own love. This book will have you laughing out loud and crying, but a good crying, and it will definitely leave you with a happy feeling. 

By Kirsty Greenwood,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Big Sexy Love as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Get ready to laugh, cry and feel incredible with this NEW laugh out loud funny romance! It's brimming with hysterical feel good moments, heart-melting romance and a friendship you'll never, ever forget! If you like Sophie Kinsella, Lindsey Kelk, Suzy K. Quinn or Joanna Bolouri, then you'll LOVE the hilarious, bestselling books of Kirsty Greenwood.Olive Brewster is a scaredy cat. She doesn't do new or risky. She’s happy enough with her job at the local market, it’s cool that she has no boyfriend to fret over, she even likes that she still lives in her childhood home. No drama, no…


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Love Is an Art

By Kathy Strobos,

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What is my book about?

Tessa: I’m dressed as a struggling artist, acting as bait to entice a scammer who conned my friend. Instead, I meet Zeke. We’re definitely flirting--but then he says he hates lawyers. So now I’m a lawyer pretending to be an artist. Forgetting one tiny detail: I can’t paint. Zeke: She’s the worst artist I’ve ever seen. And I hate that that makes me suspect that she’s lying to me. Like my lawyer ex. But she makes me laugh. Is it time to give love a second chance?

This book deals with themes of identity and staying true to your dream, with some zany antics for laugh-out-loud moments. A feel-good, laugh-out-loud, fake identity romantic comedy.

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