The Perfect Rom-Com
By (Author) Melissa Ferguson
Thomas Nelson Publishers
Thomas Nelson Publishers
30th April 2025
27th March 2025
United States
General
Fiction
Humorous fiction
Office and workplace
Paperback
304
Width 139mm, Height 213mm
She's written dozens of smash hit romance novels. Too bad no one knows it.
Aspiring author Bryony Page attends her first writers conference bursting with optimism and ready to sell her manuscript with long-shot dreams of raising awareness for The Bridge, her grandmother's financially struggling organization where she teaches ESL full-time. But after a disastrous pitch session, she stumbles into correcting another author's work in a last-ditch attempt to make a good impression with the agent. And she, as it turns out, is spot on.
No one is more surprised than Bryony when the agent offers her the opportunity to be a ghostwriter for Amelia Benedict, popular rom-com novelist. Bryony agrees on one condition: she'll write books for this vain, demanding woman just as long as Jack Sterling, literary agent of the legendary Foundry Literary Agency, works to sell her own book too.
What nobody predicted, however, was that Bryony's books would turn Amelia Benedict into the Amelia Benedict, household name and bestselling author with millions of copies sold around the world.
And just like that, the Foundry Agency can't let her go.
But on a personal note, Jack is realizing he can't either.
'I can always count on Melissa Ferguson for sweet romances bursting with both wit and wisdom. Hilarious and heartwarming, THE PERFECT ROM-COM is comfy and cozy from first the page to the last.' * Bethany Turner, author of COLE AND LAILA ARE JUST FRIENDS *
'I loved this book! If you're looking for a heroine you can root for, a mean girl to boo, and a unique hero to fall for, this is your book. Bryony Page will keep you reading as she writes her way to the perfect HEA.' * Sheila Roberts, USA TODAY bestselling author of THE BEST LIFE BOOK CLUB *
'In THE PERFECT ROM-COM, a successful ghostwriter longs to see her beloved book published under her own name. But her agent, who holds the keys to publication also holds the keys to her heart. Don't miss this fun romantic romp into the intriguing world of publishing!' * Denise Hunter, bestselling author of THE SUMMER OF YOU AND ME *
'Melissa Ferguson delivers yet another sparkling, laugh-out-loud romance! THE PERFECT ROM-COM is a heartwarming story about chasing your dreams, discovering your voice, and finding love where you least expect it. With unforgettable characters and delightful humor, this novel is perfect for anyone who believes in second chances--both in love and in life.' * RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling author *
'THE PERFECT ROM-COM contains two of my favorite tropes: friends-to-lovers and a road-trip romance. Melissa Ferguson handles both perfectly! I couldn't put this book down! And when main character Bryony finally clues into the fact that Jack is not just her best friend, it's the sweetest, swooniest of moments.' * Suzanne Allain, author of MALCOM'S LIST *
'This clever and adorable romantic comedy is brimming with warm humor and a lot of heart. It kept me giggling and turning the pages to see what came next. What a delight!' * Rachel Linden, bestselling author of THE MAGIC OF LEMON DROP PIE *
Melissa Ferguson is an adjunct professor for Bible and religion at King University. She lives in the charming town of Bristol, Tennessee, with her husband, twin toddlers, and baby girl. She used to have hobbies like running and backpacking the Appalachian Trail outside her door. Now her hobbies include admiring the Appalachian Trail out her minivan window while singing "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" en route to the library.