A fun and quick read that was full of banter and chemistry! It also gave great insight into the world of authors and what it takes to go through that process.

I love the marriage of convenience trope, and their relationship growth through the process was so cute. Maybe it was insta-love, but I feel like it worked in this story with the close proximity. I was rooting for them to finally admit their feelings!

The dual POV is what made this even better since we got into both sides of the relationship. The chemistry build up from intrigue to love made their relationship feel that much stronger to me.

I could have done with less pages of manuscript writing from the characters, I think that they were important to include but they dragged on. I also would have loved to see more romantic build up sooner, it felt rushed at the end and a third-act breakup killed the mood.

I would like to thank netgalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

The heroine was a little judgy and felt older than 29.

What an adorable book! I will be honest, I was slightly annoyed with all the inner dialogue at the beginning of the book, so it was a slow start. But the middle, the end? I was kicking my feet and giggling so hard. This book was adorable and uses fun tropes (one bed, fake marriage, etc) so well!

This book is absolutely at the top of my list for most entertaining, funny & overall addicting story! I was immediately lost in the world of Cecily & Nate; in the world of writing, ambition & dreams; a world of trying to fit some place. The witty banter between Cecily & Nate, not in mention the internal dialogues of each, had me laughing so hard through the entire book. I just loved it from beginning to end & was able to read so quickly. I definitely recommend this book!

While this book would be a good summer read it was not for me. The premise for CJ and Nate's marriage made me roll my eyes. Also the asides to the audience did not work (which is funny because in another book I read they played such a big role in what I loved about it). But the biggest thing that did not work for me is the pacing & the transitions. Things were played out in real time that didn’t need to be. This book just did not work for me.

Thank you to Netgalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for the ARC of this book!

A book about books and writing. The most loveable, adorable characters with immense amounts of chemistry. A quirky librarian. A writer that adores her. This happens to be the formula for my favorite romance to date. It even centers around a trope that has never been a favorite of mine - marriage of convenience. But it's done in the sweetest and best natured of ways, that I actually loved it this time.

Cecily and Nate meet a writing retreat. There's a quiet attractions between both of them, but neither acts on it. And THEN, a crazy out of character moment for reserved Cecily occurs and it catapults them into a situation neither of them can figure out how to get out of, except to get married! Is the storyline a little preposterous? Perhaps. But I loved it anyway and couldn't get enough!

It was a fun look into the behind the scenes of writing as well. The author gives some tidbits of information about the writing/publishing industry and it was so interesting to get a sneak peek.

I want all of those punny literary t-shirts too!

When I first started reading this book, I was a little unsure about it. I was unsure how I felt about CJ abut really grew to love her as the hook went on. I really loved the premise of the book and the chemistry that CJ and Nate had together.

3.5 Stars A Storybook Romance by KJ Micciche is a fun, fast-paced marriage of convenience romance with dual POV.

When MFA student and children's librarian Cecily Jane Allerton gets caught on a viral video of karaoke and a kiss with author and professor Nate Ellis, the two decide to get married to save their careers. Near in age and already sharing an attraction, a marriage of convenience to save their careers is only a little white lie that won't hurt anyone, right? Now Cecily and Nate are back at the program on Block Island, pretending to be a married couple while feeling their very real attraction to one another. Cecily is working diligently to query her debut novel and win a literary award, while Nate is finally past his writer's block and churning out his follow-up novel. Can they get through the program without their ruse coming to light and their hard work going up in flames?

This was a fun read and I appreciated reading from both Cecily's and Nate's POV. The fast pace was perfect to pack in the action and handle time jumps between the times when Cecily and Nate were together. Cecily and Nate were such easy characters to cheer for and the chemistry between them felt natural. Though the plot is fairly predictable, A Storybook Wedding is fun, enjoyable, and full of witty banter and lovable characters. A great summertime read!

I’m never going to turn down reading a book about a children’s librarian. Cecily Jane (CJ) Allerton is a librarian with aspirations to be a writer. She gets accepted into an MFA program that contains workshops with prestigious writers. Nate Ellis had his first book go huge and he won a national award. He has already pushed deadlines for his second book that isn’t coming together. As the blurb says the two choose to enter a marriage of convenience to protect his career after the pair are spotted kissing on national tv.

The blurb is correct but it takes 45 percent of the book to get to that point. I thought there would be longing and lusting while married but instead the book is more about the writing industry. Pages and pages on drafts, trying to get agents, awards, using social media and pressures for the next story. And I’m someone who usually loves when authors write about writing. The story is okay but I didn’t get the romance. And I didn’t find anything that I laughed at so calling it a rom-com is a stretch for me. I can see from reviews others liked the storyline more. I did like the cover but unfortunately that scene is nowhere in the book. Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for the ARC and I am leaving a voluntary review.

KJ Micciche’s A Storybook Wedding is an extremely cheesy romance. Micciche’s dialogue is fun to read, and sometimes pokes fun at itself (she references One Direction and the gen-z girl says they’ve been irrelevant since 2015). This awareness was unique, but created a growing sense of second-hand anxiety/embarrassment. While the attention to detail of story-writing was evident, it feels as if Micciche was not able to balance those details with the overall plot of her story. Hence, the pacing was quite slow. Ending on a positive note, Micciche includes a verbatim “happily ever after” because CJ “deserves” it. This line matches perfectly with the tone of the opening storybook line on the first page.

Quick Summary: A super cute, super funny rom-com with heart and soul

My Review: A Storybook Wedding by K.J. Micciche was delightful. This novel was highly entertaining. It dealt with real life issues in a very lighthearted way. The leads were likable and easy to relate to.

About the Book: An aspiring writer on a journey to heal herself decides to chase after her dreams. Part of her adventure involves participation in an MFA program. While attending a writing retreat, she meets an unassuming published author who just so happens to be one of her workshop instructors. The two strike up a meaningful friendship. When an innocent act lands the two in hot water, a quick-witted plan leads them down a road that will have their hearts spinning.

My Final Say: This novel easily made its way onto my favorites shelf. It was refreshingly different. I adored Pen and CJ so much. The quirky, optimistic way CJ approached her new life made me smile. Pen was a just right match for her. His character allowed us to see both strength and vulnerability which endeared me to him. Their playfulness and support for one another was nice to see. I loved how they came to care about each other. There was a natural flow that came about quite organically.

Other: Readers who enjoy contemporary stories that involve learning how to overcome personal obstacles and familial expectations will appreciate this book.

Rating: 5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Favorites Shelf: Yes
Status/Level: ⭐⭐💛⭐⭐
Formats: E-book, Audiobook

Note: E-book - > April 2024 - May 2024/ Audiobook: May 6, 2024

Thanks to the author, to Dreamscape Media, to Sourcebooks Casablanca, and to NetGalley for making this wonderful work available for review. The words I have happily shared are my own and have been voluntarily submitted. I am grateful for the opportunity. I very much look forward to reading more from this author.

A Storybook Wedding was such a sweet and intriguing romance. I loved the idea of two writers entering into an arranged marriage/marriage of convenience situation. It was so trope-tastic! I also thought that Cecily Jane and Nate were wonderful lead characters, who brought their own levels of intrigue to the relationship. Cecily Jane showing her relatable people pleaser side was so real to me, and I found myself rooting for her in every way.

Super cute read, gave it 4 stars.

I really, really enjoyed this marriage of convenience, dual POV romance that sees a Children's Librarian turned aspiring writer forced to help save her writing professor's reputation by marrying him after a drunken kiss between them gets caught on video. Full of forced proximity, fake dating-ish goodness and lots of insights into the writing and publishing world. This was great on audio and is a new favorite for me by this author! Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital and audio copy in exchange for my honest review!!

Steam level: closed door/fade to black

I absolutely loved following Nate and Cecily (CJ) 's love story. I can see the love and it shined through in this book. Also, THE ENDING!!!! It was so meta and I really liked that choice. However, my only note was that the main plot point happened almost halfway through the book, which I think the story would benefit if it was a bit earlier. Overall, I would give this book a 4.5/5 stars!!!

This read was a whimsical journey into love and laughter! In the enchanting world of "A Storybook Wedding" by K.J. Micciche, readers are treated to a delightful tale that dances between the pages like a lively waltz. With a backdrop of karaoke mishaps, literary ambitions, and a fake engagement, this rom-com is a heartwarming celebration of love, laughter, and the unexpected.

Meet Cecily Jane Allerton, our spirited librarian heroine. Meet Nate Ellis, the struggling author with a dash of brooding charm. These two characters find themselves in a compromising position during their MFA program. Their solution? A marriage of convenience to thwart the haters and protect their careers. But this isn't your typical white wedding affair. They elope to City Hall, leaving Cecily's family aghast and her wedding-loving relatives clutching their pearls.

Back on Block Island, where the salty sea breeze mingles with secrets and whispered promises, Cecily and Nate embark on their charade. Their chemistry sizzles, even if their vows were exchanged under fluorescent lights. Micciche deftly captures the tension between their fake relationship and the very real attraction simmering beneath the surface. As Cecily vies for a literary award and Nate battles writer's block, their shared journey unfolds like a well-thumbed novel.

The writing sparkles with wit and banter, reminiscent of a cozy bookstore where readers gather to swap recommendations. Micciche's prose is a symphony of clever dialogue and self-aware humour. She invites us into the writerly world, where manuscripts are both armour and vulnerability. Cecily's outsider status in academia elicits both laughter and sympathy, making her a relatable and endearing protagonist. Nate, with his ink-stained fingers and brooding eyes, is the perfect foil. He’s a tortured artist who stumbles upon love when he least expects it.

The supporting cast adds layers to the story. From Cecily's quirky best friend, who moonlights as a tarot card reader, to Nate's gruff but lovable mentor, each character feels like a cherished bookmark. And let's not forget the karaoke mishaps, because nothing says "I do" like belting out "Total Eclipse of the Heart" with questionable vocal prowess.

Micciche's pacing is impeccable. She balances the whimsy of their faux marriage with deeper themes of identity, ambition, and the courage to chase dreams. As the MFA program nears its end, Cecily and Nate grapple with their hearts' desires. Will they annul their marriage, or will love rewrite their story?

"A Storybook Wedding" is a celebration of the written word, where love letters and dog-eared pages hold magic. It's a reminder that sometimes life imitates fiction, and the heart knows no deadlines. Micciche's debut rom-com is a joyous escape, perfect for lazy afternoons and cozy nights by the fire. So grab a cup of tea, curl up with this delightful book, and let the laughter carry you away.

Micciche's "A Storybook Wedding" is a literary bouquet blend of humour, heart, and happily-ever-afters. If you're a fan of bookish romances, prepare to laugh out loud, swoon, and believe in love all over again.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for a temporary e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

thank you Netgalley and SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca for the ARC read.
the two characters, Cecily Jane and Nate, come across a situation where they have to marry to save their professions.
along the way of their fake marriage, they actually fall in love.
it was a cute story but there were some parts of the story that i just did not like.
stars: 3.8 ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

I really liked this book and the fact that both main characters are writers. This is the perfect for when you want to read but need something light and relaxing. The story felt cozy but also deals with finding one's place in the world even if it is not what others expect from us.

Positives: Easy read, cute story, fake marriage
Possible Trigger: teacher/student relationship, drunk kisses

This reads almost like an Emily Henry book but make it a marriage of convenience and in a bookish setting!

Overall this book had a lot of positive details in it, many of it following the plot and the characters themselves. Starting off the plot and the concept of this book itself were interesting and adorable, and I don't think I've ever truly read a book that followed this sort of plot. (Plus it did help that the student and professor relationship was between a 29-year-old and a 30ish year old... so I liked that). The characters were also just such messy and realistic characters. They dealt with doubt, imposter syndrome, expectations of women in a family, family drama, feeling like they don't fit in, and more. Truly because of this, I found them to be very interesting characters.

Now let's get to the nitty gritty, the romance. Let me just say that I loved the chemistry between these two characters, and how it started off small and then ignited like a fire. Truly these two had the cutest little situationship and friendship going on, and how perfectly they just matched each other. They really covered each other's mishaps and flaws, and they really felt like two pieces of a puzzle that fit together.

I do have to say that this book is veryyyy millennial and there were a lot of mentions of current-day (or blatantly 2010) trends and modern media, which sadly just gives me the ick. Fortunately, though this mostly happens at the start of the book and then doesn't come up as much later on. So just push through this a little and you will find a cute and fluffy romance.

Overall I truly love this book and the characters within it. It was a cute and fluffy romance that was written with this floaty summery vibe, and truly I am obsessed with it.

3 stars for this cute love story, done well and perfect for when you want a fun story and a happy ending and zero emotional stakes. A cute premise with a rather predictable storyline, but a rather fun romp all told -- though I found the whole lie-is-revealed-on-live-TV-and-drama-ensues to be both moderately deserved and pretty annoying.

With thanks to Netgalley for the free ARC; my opinions are my own.

Can a fake marriage solve their problems or will it create more? Cecily and Nate find themselves in a pickle when she impulsively kisses him- and they're seen. He's her professor and the rules (the rules are there for a reason) prohibit romantic relationships between students and teachers- unless they've married. So that's what they do. This is as trope-y as can be but there's books! Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Nice characters, good banter, and fun make this a good read.