Bookish

Bernadette Marie

Oct 2025 · 5 Prince Publishing · Narrated by Whitney Dykhouse

About this audiobook

In the heart of a small town, two authors discover that the greatest story is their own.

Emma Reynolds has spent her life lost in the pages of other people’s love stories. As the owner of The Reading Nook in the charming town of Pine Haven, Colorado, she sells happily-ever-afters by the dozen—she’s just never had her own. In her fifties, she’s convinced love isn’t in the cards for her, and her dreams of publishing a romance novel are tucked away like forgotten bookmarks.

Enter Noah Carter: broody, bestselling suspense author and reluctant literary royalty. Still mourning the loss of his wife, Noah arrives in Pine Haven for his publisher’s lavish literary event, determined to keep to himself and avoid the whispers of fame. What he doesn’t expect is Emma—the witty, passionate bookseller who challenges everything he thought he knew about second chances.

When two worlds—one quiet and book-filled, the other loud and full of expectations—collide, sparks fly. But with Noah's life rooted in New York and Emma's heart tied to her small-town sanctuary, can they write a new chapter together?

Ratings and reviews

Bookish is the book if you love romances that feel like curling up in your favorite reading nook; it delivers exactly that comfort-reading energy. If you are looking for a meet-cute romance, with grumpy-sunshine and second-chance romance vibes, then this is the book for you.

About the author

Known for her #1 bestselling contemporary romances, Bernadette Marie is a fervent advocate of Happily Ever Afters. As a devoted wife and mother of five, she cherishes the notions of love at first sight, whirlwind romances, and the power of second chances. Beyond her literary pursuits, Bernadette is a dedicated martial artist with a 3rd-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and holds certification as an instructor. Her passions extend to the tranquility of Tai Chi, exploring Disney parks, and indulging in lunch outings with friends. When she's not crafting compelling narratives or overseeing her own publishing house, 5 Prince Publishing, Bernadette can often be found immersed in a beloved rom-com, effortlessly reciting cherished one-liners.