Ana Takes Manhattan

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Fans of Abby Jimenez and Alexis Daria will love this novel about one New York City woman skilled in producing swoon-worthy reality TV shows but whose own life is a mess, with nothing ever going according to plan. Ana Karina loves her job though she isn't quite where she thought she'd be by now. As reality tv producer, she orchestrates extravagant marriage proposals that always (read: mostly) go as planned. If they don't, she s not afraid to cut and paste scenes to perfection afterward. Even if her arrogant film editor isn't a fan. But what does he know about romance anyway If only Ana's love life was as simple as fixing botched engagements. She's sick and tired of guys who give her the ick. Open-toed sandals Gross. Mr. Casual. No, thanks. Wears a toupe Cut! Ana's got a mile-long list of all the cringey things to steer clear of. And Ana loves lists. Her to-dos for her best friend's wedding, show ideas to pitch, and even her list of what she does want in Mr. Right. With only four requirements, why is it taking so long to find him She refuses to put her life on hold waiting. She ll just date four men who each embody one quality. Never mind them lacking in other departments. Yet as she finds the Prince Charming in every frog, she also gets closer to facing who she s avoided for years. Herself.

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"Rom-com readers will delight in Decos sharing juicy behind-the-scenes insights into the inner workings of reality TV. As Ana sheds her inhibitions, she faces a slew of laugh-out-loud comedic predicaments, in which a strong supporting cast rounds off her sharp edges, changing her in well-conceived, unexpected ways. Decos's snarky, yet lovably flawed, heroine possesses a searing wit that complements many daring escapades that reroute her career and lead her down a twisty road to love."--Shelf Awareness
"It's clear from the outset that veteran reality TV producer Decos knows her subject matter, and Ana is a likable, fun character who will make readers laugh and believe in finding true love."--Library Journal
"Ana Takes Manhattan is like a cool breeze on a hot summer day--a refreshing breath of fresh air. With smart and snappy dialogue, spot-on Manhattan vibes, and a heroine you can't help but root for, Lisette Decos's debut is the escape we all need all year round."
--Meredith Schorr, author of As Seen on TV

Author Bio

Lissette Decos is a Cuban-American executive television producer with over 15 years experience in reality TV formats of the love-wedding-relationship-disaster variety. Shows such as TLC's Say Yes to the Dress, 90 Day Fiance, and Bravo s Summer House have been molded by Decos expertise in telling an engaging and oftentimes unconventional love story. In addition to her stint in the unreal world of reality TV, Lissette also spent a decade in New York as a staff producer for MTV, which helped her hone her expertise in all things pop culture, while searching for love in the big city. You might say she s got the story and the soundtrack for romantic angst down.