The Rom-Commers

A Novel

By: Katherine Center

Narrated by: Katherine Center, Patti Murin

Length: 11 hrs and 21 mins

Publisher's summary

This program features a bonus scene and an author's note—both audio-exclusives—and acknowledgments read by the author.

"Patti Murin offers a fun, vivacious performance of this lively romance...with steady pacing and a believable narration, this romance will charm listeners."—AudioFile on Hello, Stranger

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

Emma Wheeler desperately longs to be a screenwriter. She’s spent her life studying, obsessing over, and writing romantic comedies—good ones! That win contests! But she’s also been the sole caretaker for her kind-hearted dad, who needs full-time care. Now, when she gets a chance to re-write a script for famous screenwriter Charlie Yates—The Charlie Yates! Her personal writing god!—it’s a break too big to pass up.

Emma’s younger sister steps in for caretaking duties, and Emma moves to L.A. for six weeks for the writing gig of a lifetime. But what is it they say? Don’t meet your heroes? Charlie Yates doesn’t want to write with anyone—much less “a failed, nobody screenwriter.” Worse, the romantic comedy he’s written is so terrible it might actually bring on the apocalypse. Plus! He doesn’t even care about the script—it’s just a means to get a different one green-lit. Oh, and he thinks love is an emotional Ponzi scheme.

But Emma’s not going down without a fight. She will stand up for herself, and for rom-coms, and for love itself. She will convince him that love stories matter—even if she has to kiss him senseless to do it. But . . . what if that kiss is accidentally amazing? What if real life turns out to be so much . . . more real than fiction? What if the love story they’re writing breaks all Emma’s rules—and comes true?

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

©2024 Katherine Center (P)2024 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

"Center, the prolific author of many romances, clearly understands what it takes to create a winning romantic comedy and puts Charlie and Emma through many of the most delightful rom-com tropes (enemies to lovers, forced proximity). But the book, like all of Center’s work, doesn’t completely eschew darkness—both Emma and Charlie are dealing with trauma and grief. A winning romance that deftly balances heft and humor."—Kirkus

"Winsome and charming, Center's latest is that perfect blend of romance and overcoming life challenges that her readers treasure."—Booklist (starred review)

Another standout rom com from Katherine center

I truly look forward to KC’s books for their unique storylines and this one was no different, fun with a twist or two and the characters always have rich development and solid dialogue. I never feel like it’s pandering or so often with rom coms that the main characters can’t get out of their own way. I even laughed out loud numerous times. The only thing this book really needed a bit more of was a little more chemistry, the main female character Emma had it in spades for the main male character but he was written so reserved that it didn’t really crackle the way I’d hoped. Overall still a 5 star read.

Worth the read as usual

K.C. does it again! Great story line and character development, overall enjoyable read! Worth the credit.

Amazing story

I love everything KC has written and this one do not disappoint. I loved everything about it and the mentions of characters from previous books. I love the idea that all of these stories exist in the same world and that they can run into each other or become friends.

My favorite writer! Uplifting and Funny

Katherine Center has done it again! Hands down my favorite writer. I love the way she weaves in truths, quirky, vulnerability, heart and laughter in her stories. Her characters feel real and relatable. Anytime I need a pick me up, she’s my go to. Highly recommend.

Katherine Center NEVER disappoints

Every time I read a KC book I am convinced it is my favorite and then I read another. I love a good love story but what I love more is HOPE. Thank you for always sharing a book of HOPE that I can actually listen to in front of my kids. This is a must read!

Fun read!

Fun quick read, always good from Katherine Center! Can’t wait to see what she brings next!

Unique story

I love love Katherine center and was waiting for the book to be released! I finished it in two days. I love the mix of levity and serious topics. Very enjoyable read.

My top three fav rom-com writers !

It’s a must if you like lovable characters and the best rom-coms.
I listened to The Bodyguard and this book in less in 2 days.

Dazzling!

As far as I’m concerned: possibly her best yet. I loved everything about this book: the characters, the story, the sub plots, and the fantastic dialogue. And, of course, the perfect narration.
Just dazzling!

Laughter and Tears

This is a story that had me laughing so hard I was crying and then tearing up. This may very well be my favorite contemporary romance. I’m sorry Katherine Center but nothing will ever replace Pride and Prejudice….but this is a very close second. And in addition to a great story, this had wonderful narration. I loved it and I will most likely listen to it again shortly.