Sunshine Wakes Up Grumpy

Ever say something that isn't exactly true... but feels truer than anything else? A small-town romance with coffee, kids, and complicated feelings. A grumpy-sunshine fake engagement. Two billionaires hiding from themselves. A small-town romance about truth, second chances, and found family.¿A love story that proves: Your power is in your truth. Max Donovan walked away from the high-stakes world of business to raise his kids and grow organic food in peace. But that peace is disrupted the night he trades quips-and blackout coffee-with Elle Sinclair, the sharp-witted, beautiful editor of the Willow Gazette. When Max and Elle are "volunteered" to plan the town's open mic night, sparks fly. But everything changes when a cosplay-obsessed fan crashes their not-date and Max claims Elle as his fiancée to protect her. In a town full of talkers, the lie spreads fast-and neither of them is ready to tell the truth. As they find the truth in their lie, real feelings begin to surface-and the line between pretending and falling in love blurs.Then Max's son falls in love for the first time-and Max and Elle must decide if they're ready to honor the truth of their own relationship, too. Sunshine Wakes Up Grumpy is a witty, heartfelt small-town romance with open-door heat, a touch of fantasy-world charm, and a full-bodied emotional finish.¿For readers who love romance with soul, sass, and a happily-ever-after that's earned. Perfect for fans of Lucy Score, Abby Jimenez, and Katherine Center. ¿ Advance Praise for Sunshine Wakes Up Grumpy "A warm, layered love story with a strong emotional core."¿-Lori P., Amazon reviewer "Not your typical love story. An adventure in self-discovery, finding your soulmate, and discovering the truth in true love."¿-Katheryn B., Amazon reviewer "Surprising twists¿ The author is right: we must all find our truth and live by it."¿-Bruce S., Amazon reviewer "Far-fetched at first, but unexpectedly satisfying. A cozy small-town backdrop, personal growth, and a romance that feels earned."¿-Jeremy, Amazon Italy Previously published as Brewing Truth