Anita Kelly Books in Order

Aiden's karaoke night brings an unexpected reunion with Kai, his former high-school nemesis, now grieving his mother. When a winter storm strands them together, old assumptions and new attraction complicate what began as a brief escape.

Nonbinary professor Sam avoids relationships after repeated disappointments, while shy receptionist Lily finds confidence through karaoke. A night at their favorite café brings them together, testing the boundaries both rely on outside its welcoming walls.

Recently divorced Dahlia enters a televised cooking competition hoping to rebuild her finances and life. Falling for London, its first openly nonbinary contestant, complicates both competitors' ambitions as their relationship faces pressure inside and outside the kitchen.

Long-haul trucker June has spent years quietly wanting bartender Mal, but life on the road keeps her retreating. As Pride and her fiftieth birthday approach, she must decide whether to risk asking for a shared future.

Dumped by her girlfriend in Switzerland just before Christmas, a woman decides to use the ski trip she was promised anyway. With no skiing experience and little chance of affording another visit, she faces the Alps determined to make the most of it.

Alexei expects solitude while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, but repeatedly encounters outgoing Ben. Their growing connection offers something neither planned, until uncertain futures make them question whether a romance formed in the wilderness can last.

After her best friend's death leaves her an unexpected inheritance, Mae plans a queer bookstore in a small Oregon coastal town. Wary landlord Dell challenges her commitment, while their growing connection complicates the risks of starting over.

Basketball coach Julie persuades former WNBA player Elle, a student's foster parent, to become her assistant. Dating practice draws the women closer, but career-ending injuries and Julie's insecurities complicate their decision to turn tentative chemistry into a real relationship.

Anxious Penny takes a summer job to save for college, only to find her longtime rival Mateo working beside her. When a corporation threatens their donut shop, an uneasy alliance develops into attraction as they fight to protect it.

Divorced farmer Emerson needs help preparing his struggling property for a wedding. Disheartened aspiring writer Luca offers his labor in exchange for housing, but their growing attachment must contend with Emerson's lingering feelings for his ex and an uncertain future.