How to Write a Love Story

the HOTTEST opposites-attract, forced-proximity rom com of the summer set in the world of books!

By: Catherine Walsh

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Paperback | 10 March 2026 | Edition Number 1

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336 Pages

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19.8 x 12.7 x 2.2

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Book Lovers meets Leap Year in this gloriously readable Irish-set, forced-proximity bookish romcom, perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Abby Jimenez and Ashley Poston.

One writer, one editor, one hot summer... A romance for the books?

Ciara Sheridan's father has left her with three things: a sprawling and distinctly ramshackle estate on the Irish coast, the outline for the finale to his bestselling epic fantasy series that he wanted her to finish - and writer's block.

Enter Sam Avery: Frank-Sheridan-fanboy and hotshot editor, sent from the New York publishing house direct to her doorstep - against Ciara's wishes and red pen at the ready.

With the deadline looming, Ciara and Sam have just a few weeks to stop bickering, write this novel and secure Frank's legacy.

But as the summer heats up, so too does the tension between them. Will their own love story be the plot twist neither of them sees coming?

Book Lovers meets Leap Year in this dual-POV, forced-proximity, bookish romantic comedy with a VERY HOT twist - the brand-new book from bestselling Kindle chart sensation and Irish author, Catherine Walsh.

About the Author

Catherine Walsh is a bestselling author of romantic comedies and a big believer in happy endings. When not writing, she is trying and failing to not kill her houseplants. She lives in Ireland between the mountains and the sea.

Industry Reviews

How To Write a Love Story is a laugh-out-loud, heartfelt romance that will charm its readers from beginning to end. I adored every moment spent with Ciara and Sam! - Hannah Bonam-Young, author of PEOPLE WATCHING

A gorgeous, funny, transporting novel about the power of love and the magic of storytelling. I adored every page. - Clare Pooley, author of THE AUTHENTICITY PROJECT

Gorgeous, witty and warm-hearted, this is a dream of a book. Perfect for book lovers and romance lovers alike, Catherine Walsh is at the top of her game and I'll read anything she writes. - Laura Wood, author of UNDER YOUR SPELL

How to Write a Love Story is hilarious, heartfelt, and effortlessly sexy -everything I adore in a Catherine Walsh romcom. Sam and Ciara stole my heart from the very first pages and I am honestly fine with never getting it back. My new favourite book by one of my absolute favourite authors, and one I'll be returning to as often as possible - Sarah Adler, author of FINDERS KEEPERS

What a fun read!...Set in an endearing Irish coastal village, this book brims with charm and romance, but it is the characters and nuanced conversation about grief, identity, and the cost of pursuing one's dreams that had me leaning in. I inhaled this book, and you will too! - Uzma Jalaluddin, author of THREE HOLIDAYS AND A WEDDING

No one does banter like Catherine Walsh. This frothy new romcom is a delight from start to finish, delivering on both the rom and the com. How to Write a Love Story is a must read for book lovers. - Erin Connor, author of UNROMANCE

Crackling with chemistry, pitch-perfect comedic timing and fun bookish insider baseball, How to Write a Love Story is that rare rom com that delivers on all levels. I laughed, I swooned and I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. - Colleen Oakley, author of JANE AND DAN AT THE END OF THE WORLD

How to Write a Love Story is the love letter to the bookish community I wish I could have written myself! Catherine Walsh explores grief, vulnerability, and what it means to leave a legacy, all with the perfect balance of humor and heart. This is a must read for any fellow book lovers! - Falon Ballard, author of CHANGE OF HEART

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