Love Felt Like This

A grumpy rock star and a joyful children’s show creator revive television magic in this standalone, cozy small-town romance.

Griffin Harvey lives his life in the spotlight. Reluctantly. The brooding famous singer-songwriter is on the cusp of composing his sophomore album . . . if only he could find the notes. But after gaining custody of his two-year-old daughter, the only music he’s writing is about shapes and counting to ten.

Enter Beverly, who lives her life in the background producing children’s television and laughter. Except joy is hard to find when her nonprofit loses funding. She sinks all of her savings to revive the children’s show by herself, but when her variety show appearance collides with Griffin’s, their banter and chemistry is caught on live television.

Suddenly, Griffin is singing a new tune. He needs a muse, and Beverly needs all the help she can get. With his secret daughter in tow, they hide out in her cozy mountain hometown, attempting to script, compose, and revive television magic. Their dynamic shouldn’t work. He’s all harsh tattoos and rough hands while she’s bright colors and gentle touches. Once their three months of work are done, they’ll return to their separate worlds. But what happens when it seems the true magic might be found in each other?Praise for Julie Olivia

“If It Makes Your Happy is pure romcom magic.”—New York Times bestselling author B.K. Borison

“Every page of this brilliant book is filled with tenderness, warmth, and nostalgia that will wrap readers up in a giant, cozy hug.”—USA Today bestselling author Hannah Bonam-Young

"Love Felt Like This is a darling single-dad romance that is sure to make you fall in love with small-town romance in a whole new way! Julie Olivia flawlessly blends nostalgia, family, and deep, heartfelt emotion to create a truly charming romance for Beverly and Griffin that will sweep you off your feet!"—USA Today bestselling author Maggie Gates

"Brimming with sweet banter and cozy chemistry, Olivia weaves together another delightful small-town romance."—USA Today bestselling author Ava Rani

"Quite possibly the warmest romance I’ve ever read, Love Felt Like This is soft, sweet, and kind—like sinking into a snapshot of all that’s good in this world. A love story that explores the different shapes creativity can take and the myriad places it can come from—all of them beautiful and worthy—while reminding us that we’re allowed more than one dream, and more than one happy ending. This book is sweepingly romantic and thoroughly heartwarming."—Ellen O'Clover, author of The Heartbreak Hotel

"Charming puppets, a rockstar daddy, and a mountain hideaway is a combination I never knew I needed in a romance, but it was absolute prefection! Love Felt Like This is a beautiful story of love, family, and pursuing your passion. Julie Olivia masterfully writes another romance that feels like a cozy, warm hug. I adored this book!"—Lauren Connolly, author of PS: I Hate You

“If It Makes You Happy is a delicious romance full of yearning, hope, and second chances. Julie’s characters will capture your heart from the very first chapter.”—Thien-Kim Lam, author of Something Cheeky

“If It Makes You Happy is a nostalgic tale of love, friendship, and finding happiness. A sweet, slow burn that’s worth every aching moment. Cliff and Michelle are absolute perfection.”—Teagan Hunter, author of Empty Net

“Julie Olivia has created a charming small town romance, with perfectly imperfect characters you can’t help but root for. If It Makes You Happy has just the right amount of tension and banter between single-dad Cliff and newcomer Michelle, and the delicious slow burn of their growing affection had me turning the pages late into the night. An exceptional 5-star read that I couldn’t put down until I reached the final, emotional moment!”—Jillian Liota, author of Sweet EscapeUSA Today bestselling author Julie Olivia writes cozy love stories filled with humor, spice, and friendships that feel like a warm hug. She is a roller coaster fan, avid romance reader, and rainy day enthusiast. Julie lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband and their very opinionated pets.