Katherine Center does it again!! Honestly, I don't think anyone writes banter better than Katherine and this book was no disappointment. While I haven't read all of her books yet this one so far is my absolute favorite!

Emma's story was so relatable Katherine did a great job of writing the backstory of Emma and Charlie very very well. This book was relatable, funny, and gave me all the good feels! It was an absolute gem to read. If you need a book to pull you out of a reading slump OR you just need a super feel good book to pick you up this book will not disappoint. Go read it now and prepare to fall in love!!

Katherine Center does it again. What a sweet and beautifully written story. I engulfed this book as quickly as possible. Charlie and Emma grow so much throughout this story and it is truly an amazing and emotional ride. I loved the plot in this. Pretty original from the books I have read and that made me love it even more. The characters were well developed and each had their own circumstances to grow through. This feel-good romance is packed with raw emotions and real situations. I laughed, I cried, I was angry, and I was sad. There are some traumatic situations in this book like the death of a parent, serious injury to a parent, serious illness, divorce. There is a lot to unpack throughout this book, but Katherine tackled all of these situations gracefully. I also didn't sleep because this one was just too good. I will read anything Katherine Center writes!!

This was AMAZING! Absolutely adored the story, I love romcoms and this one is a new fave - especially since it's a romcom about a romcom. This is my second Katherine Center book and so far I've loved BOTH. Loved Emma's character and her love for her father and family. Being a caretaker for a family member hits close to home. Loved the witty banter and loved Emma working hard to convert Mr. Grump (aka Charlie). The whole story was overall so sweet, perfect and charming. I definitely recommend this one. 5 star experience. Thank you to NETGALLEY and the publishers for this eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

4.25 stars- such a perfect romance. Not as much “comedy” in this rom-com book, but I still love Katherine Center and her clean, romance books. Good solid, quick read. 🙂

I have yet to read a Katherine Center book I did not like. As usual, her characters are quirky, loveable, and just flawed enough. I enjoyed the attention to detail that is always present in her books. The grumpy/sunshine romance was perfection. Highly recommended!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the review copy.

I loved everything about this book and I'm not sure how I can start another book knowing it might not be as great as The Rom-Commers. I'm already looking forward to rereading this one. This book tugs at your heartstrings and doesn't let go into the very last page. It's totally a one-sitting read.
*I received a complimentary copy via Netgalley. My review was not required nor influenced.

4.5 Stars!

Sigh, gawd do I love this author's writing.

"I would write a hundred happy endings for us if I could."

Emma is a writer and aspiring screenwriter whose goals were cut short by tragedy. But when her best friend calls her and offers her the opportunity of a lifetime, the chance to co-write a screenplay with her literal screenwriting hero, she cannot refuse. Little does she know that Charlie is currently down on his luck and on life in general and hates rom-coms. Oh, and doesn't believe in love.

- Forced proximity
- Grade A banter
- Grumpy/sunshine
- Both MCs are writers
- Past trauma

The book reminded me of Beach Read by Emily Henry and The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston. It's fun, hilarious, and endearing. I had so much fun while reading it and laughed out loud several times.

And while I'm okay with this author not writing spice, for the most part. Sometimes you need at least some closed door spice to help illustrate the connection between your hero and heroine. And that small part was missing for me here.

The third act conflict was great and felt totally natural for the story and was where it needed to go.

For the most part, I loved it. A perfect summer read!

A famous screenwriter and an aspiring one team up to write a romantic comedy in Katherine Center’s newest book.

It’s a romantic comedy about writing a romantic comedy, y’all.

There are some heavy moments and emotions in the book, too, but there is so much joy.

It made me grin; it made me giggle; it pulled at my heartstrings.

Every time I pick up a Katherine Center book, I’m reminded to seek out the joy in life. Her books make me want to be a better person.

I received an advance copy of the book from St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley. All review opinions are my own.

5 stars- Katherine Carter continuously delivers heart warming, funny novels. What i loved about this book was that not only are the characters layered, with internal conflict, sacrifices, insecurities, we are taken on a journey of each character's evolution. Thanks netgalley & the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

This is now my favorite of Katherine's novels, it was absolutely perfect! The banter was perfect as always, and I LOVED how well she represented anxiety and grief. She took heavy subjects and transformed them in a way that we can all relate to. I wouldn't say this is an interconnected standalone, but there were cameos from other books, which I loved. I loved being in Emma's head throughout the entire thing, and especially loved the bonus chapter from Charlie's POV - it was such a great surprise!

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The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center is her newest novel about two screenwriters who must collaborate and write a rom-com together and learn what love is in the process. Katherine Center is a phenomenal writer and with each new book I read by her, it just keeps getting better. Her characters are written so well that you could believe they are more than just characters on a page. I loved the banter between Emma and Charlie and how each of them was able to learn from each other. There were times in this book that I had to put it down because I was laughing so hard! The rest of the time I was reading with a smile on my face. I loved the cameo of characters from The Bodyguard because that is another favorite book of mine. If you are interested in picking this up or any Katherine Center book, do it because they are some of the best!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for a review!

Emma Wheeler desperately wants to be a writer; however, she is stuck at home being a full-time caregiver for her father, while her sister lives the life Emma dreams of. Emma's former high school boyfriend, turned Hollywood producer, offers her the opportunity of a lifetime - to co-write with mega famous screenwriter Charlie Yates. Emma's sister agrees to give up her summer internship and move home so Emma can go to LA and finally follow her dreams! It's all good until Emma shows up on Charlie's doorstep - and Charlie doesn't know anything about her - he's not interested in writing with her, a no-name nobody. What ensues is a hilarious rom-com about writing... a rom-com.

This book was super cute. If you're fan of Katherine Center, this is a no-brainer. There are no major twists or turns, but it's a quick and engaging read. I highly recommend!

Thank you #Netgalley for the copy!

As always, Katherine Center did not disappoint with this one! When Emma is offered her dream job, she had a hard decision to make as she is her father 24/7 caregiver, a self assigned role that she feels responsible for. But all the cards line up and she is able to go to California to work as a screenwriter with her favorite writer, Charlie, who was less receptive of including her. But of course in typical rom com style, they end up collaborating and living with each other where Emma can bring her romantic writing knowledge to the table. Their relationship evolves both good and bad. I really enjoyed this read!

Rating - 4.5 stars rounded off to 5

The sweetest ever rom-com!

Thanks NetGalley & St Martin’s Press for the ARC!

Synopsis -

Emma’s only dream in life is to be a screen-writer. She eats, sleeps and drinks rom-coms and has made it her whole world. But in reality, she’s been her dad’s caretaker for the past decade. Thanks to her high school friend Logan, she’s now got the chance of a life-time to co-write a rom-com script with Charlie Yates, the renowned screen-writer of Hollywood, who is also her writing role model! Emma has to move to L.A for 6 weeks, while Sylvie, her sister steps in for her dad. Will Emma finally get her happy ending?

Review -

I instantly warmed to Emma & adored her chipper, upbeat persona, the lively dialogues and self-deprecating humour. I couldn’t wait to see how this writing gig with Charlie would work out for her.

Although Charlie is the perfect grumpy to Emma’s sunshine, it takes a while to get used to him. But soon after they begin their writing work, their camaraderie blossoms and the storyline really takes off without looking back. Oh how I loved their cute banter filled dialogues, witty sarcasm and silly yet heart-warming comical situations they get into! All this mixed with the inevitable attraction just makes us totally ‘swoon’.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙢-𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙨 has so much to offer about the significance of love, the simple joys of life, how we can push on to embrace the future, despite the tragedies/curveballs destiny throws at us and the most important of all - being grateful and finding happiness with what we have.

It was a treat to watch Emma transforming the cynic, loveless, hopeless and frenzied Charlie into a hopeful, optimistic and a saccharine romantic! How can she not find her true happy ending after giving it her best shot?

Read to experience the magic and go back to the basics of a rom-com with “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙢-𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙨”!

THE ROM-COMMERS will be another must-read book this summer—it was so much fun!! pick it up for a future pool/beach binge day like i did

read if you like: romcoms, enemies to lovers, Hollywood, movies

is this my new second fave KC book?! did i just enjoy an enemy to lover trope?! 🤯 this surprised me in the best ways!! i loved how this story was essentially one big pun. what is a rom-com? how do you write a perfect one? what are the key elements and key no-no’s? not only does KC have her FMC explaining this to her MMC, but then she proceeds to play it out in book form. it was fun, especially for someone who is not a super big “romcom” girlie (i prefer the emo ones, we know this). i was nervous with Charlie bc he’s an a$$ in the beginning so it took me a hot minute to get on board with him. but the grand gesture ending >>>> YUP. their banter was also so good and i laughed a lot. it gave me EmHen banter vibes!

in THE ROM-COMMERS we have Emma, an aspiring screenwriter who gets the chance of her dreams to rewrite a script by Charlie Yaites, her idol. the problem? he doesn’t believe in romcoms and has no desire to make this great. can she change his mind? and what happens if she falls harder in love with him along the way?

i kept thinking about this one when i wasn’t reading it 🥰 there was also a super fun crossover with characters in THE BODYGUARD (Jake Stapleton). i’m digging this new Easter egg trend in books!

i loved the family plot and how strong/supportive they were, but wanted more. in THINGS YOU SAVE IN A FIRE and HOW TO WALK AWAY (my two other faves of hers), the side plots were heavy, emo and very prevalent to the story so i wanted that more so here. just a “me” thing maybe but worth noting!

KC is an auto buy author for so many and will remain one for me! i’m sure readers will have fun with this one and it’ll be a perfect summer binge 📖

Will post my full review once St. Martin's Press addresses the boycott. The ongoing boycott is a result of SMP's lack of accountability regarding derogatory statements from a SMP marketing employee and their lack of response to the systemic issues in the imprint. SMP's silence has been very loud, and had I know about the boycott before choosing this book, I would not have requested an arc copy. Now, I will only release my true feelings when SMP breaks its silence.

WOW WOW WOW. Katherine Center really put everything into this one! I love when I story grabs you from the first chapter, and this one certainly did. The main characters were so lovable and had you wanting to root for them. The side characters were so delightful, too. This book had me grinning ear to ear and kicking my feet.

Thank you NetGalley for the e-ARC!

This is my favorite Katherine Center book yet. It was definitely more of a rom com than her previous books. There were still the heavy topics (covered wonderfully of course) but it had a more light hearted vibe. I loved Emma and Charlie so much. They both had a lot of personal growth they needed to get through, but I feel it was handled amazingly. I would have like to see Emma's feelings about her dads situation and her sister addressed a little deeper, it was kind of rushed at the end but overall this was a great book.

I loved this book so much! Katherine Center books are always an immediate request for me and I always recommend her books to friends asking for books recommendations. The Rom-Commers was no exception to this, and probably one of my favourites of this genre. This is a perfect mix of serious, heartfelt, hilarious and romantic.

She’s rewriting his love story. But can she rewrite her own?

Katherine Center has done it again! The queen of romantic comedies is back with The Rom-Commers which tells the story of Emma Wheeler, who wants to be a screenwriter. When she’s hired to rewrite a script for the famous screenwriter, Charlie Yates, it’s her big break. But Charlie doesn’t want her help. When he reluctantly hires her hoping it will get his other movie produced, Emma is determined to make this movie great and to prove to Charlie love matters.

Center never fails to give me all the feels while reading her books, and this was no exception. I loved the banter between Emma and Charlie, and the grumpy/sunshine trope really worked. I enjoyed Emma’s snarkiness and how she challenged Charlie. I would have liked a little more chemistry between them though. Center always delivers such a spark between her main characters, and I just didn’t get that with this one.

While this wasn’t my favorite Katherine Center book, I really enjoyed it. Emma was too much of a martyr for my liking when it came to taking care of her father. I did like that Charlie was flawed though and had a tough past which caused him not to believe in love. It was fun seeing some characters from The Bodyguard incorporated into this story, and the last few chapters of this book were amazing.

Thank you St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

4.5 stars rounded up