This warm, funny novel is an ode to the romantic comedy, and fans of this genre will adore it. The plot: aspiring screenwriter Emma gets the chance to work with her idol, rewriting an absolutely terrible rom-com that he wrote. She upends her life to do it, then discovers that he wrote this just to get a film he really cares about greenlit—because he hates rom-coms, and he also seems to not believe in love. While Emma’s goals may be obvious, and there will be obstacles along the way (of course!), the journey there is both sweet and sad, very relatable, and at times, very funny. Katherine Center has really scored with this one—it may be her best yet. Every minute of this audiobook was a joy! Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

I have never been so happy to receive ARC permission for a book than for this one. I have been a Katherine Center fan since her very first book. She is a one-click author for me and this newest book, THE ROM-COMMERS, proves why.
Emma Wheeler is a failed screenwriter who is hired to help a famous screenwriter get over his case of writer's block and do a rewrite of the famous movie, It Happened One Night.

Emma is stuck in her life. After a tragic accident took her mother 10 years ago and made her father someone who needs round-the-clock care - by Emma, she never gets to fulfill her desire to be a screenwriter. When she is given the chance to help Charlie Yates- her favorite screenwriter - revamp a script, and a ROmCom at that, she jumps at the chance.
This book is so filled with my favorite tropes - opposites attract, enemies to lovers, forced proximity. And Katherine Center executes them all perfectly.
What follows once the two get working is a story so filled with angst, trust issues, becoming the person you were meant to be, medical drama, and family issues.
I'd like to comment on the narrator, too. Patti Murin does a fantastic job as the voice of EMMA - the POV the story is told from. Her voice, inflections, and inner thoughts were perfect for the character of Emms.
iI can't recommend this book enough and I thnk NetGalley for allowing me to listen to it prior to publication.

I received a copy of this audiobook from netGalley for a honest review.

I have loved Katherine Center since I listened to hello stranger. This book wasn't quite as good but it was still a 5 star story. Emma and Charlie are great together but like most of Katherine's books the heroine is the star. Emma is quirky, fun and a lot stressed out since her mom died and her dad was injured. But now her little sister is old enough to help out and Emma can go to Hollywood where she can write with her idol Charlie in a once in a lifetime chance to fix a rom com. Only problem is Charlie doesn't know she's coming. Of course they fall in love but not everything runs smoothly for these two. In fact almost nothing does.

This book gave me all the feels and happy times I wanted even when I couldn't figure out what was wrong with Charlie. Definitely read the bonus chapter from Charlie's point of view and the author's note at the end.

What a fun, funny, and sweetly romantic ride this book took me on. An ode to romcoms, the book takes a look at stories about love and why we need them. The audio narration was lovely to listen to. Katherine Center has hit 3 in a row for me now, and I can't wait to see what she does next.

I don’t read many rom coms. My initial reaction is that this was corny but in a good way. It was very light hearted and a feel good story. And after I gave my initial reaction I kind of laughed because isn’t that kind of what a rom com is?

The comedic portion was my kind of humor, which is not everyone’s cup of tea, but personally I found it funny. I very much enjoyed both of the main characters. I really like Katherine Center’s writing style and will definitely check out some of her other books.

The narrator was excellent at giving each character their own personality. I enjoyed listening and found myself listening while at home as well as when driving. I loved the bonus chapter.

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan audio for the advanced reader copy of this audiobook.

The Rom-Commers
By: Katherine Center

I absolutely loved this! I listened to the audiobook through Macmillan Audio. This was such a cute rom-com. I love the banter between the FMC and the MMC.

The FMC is Emma Wheeler who has an obsession with a screen writer, Charlie. Her friend Landon gets her to take a job with Charlie, but Charlie had never agreed to it beforehand and when Emma decides to leave her sick father in the care of her sister, and flies from Texas to LA for a dream opportunity, then learns Charlie wasn’t in on this, she gets upset with Landon and realizes Charlie isn’t what she thought. She has always dreamed of being a screen writer and since she had to take care of her sick father, her dreams got put on the back burner.

Charlie decides to let her help him with and the two get close. She falls first and he rejects her then goes after her when she goes back to Texas to check on her dad after he has a fall. There’s a lot of banter between the two and they end up falling hard for each other by the end. I highly recommend this book. I gave it 5 stars.

I received a complimentary THE ROM-COMMERS by Katherine Center thanks to St. Martin's Press, Macmillan Audio and Netgalley.

THE ROM-COMMERS by Katherine Center follows Emma Wheeler, a young woman who wants to be a screenwriter. Life hasn't exactly gone her way and she's had to sacrifice opportunities to care for her disabled father. When she gets the offer to help famous screenwriter Charlie Yates on a rewrite of his new rom-com script, she can't believe her luck. Until she shows up for the job and realizes that Charlie isn't great and his script is worse.

I really enjoy Katherine Center's books and this one was no exception. Fun fact, she was the first author that someone recommended to me personally after I joined Bookstagram!

I enjoy the fact that her stories are traditional romances with a fairly expected story arc, but they also touch on some very hard hitting topics. Emma's life has had a lot of hardship with her acting as her father's caregiver while also helping to raise her younger sister. Still, she has great ambitions and she definitely can push for her way when needed.

I struggled to warm up to Charlie initially and it took me a while to get there. He could be very abrasive and his lack of knowledge about how love and relationships work makes sense for the script rewrite purposes, but did make it a bit of a challenge for me to love him. He did win me over by the end, though.

I had a good time with this one and have no doubt I'll be reading more from Katherine Center in the future!

Katherine Center is a genius! I must admit that I'm not a fan of rom coms, but I am now. Her latest book has convinced me otherwise.
It's a sweet tale involving a devoted daughter who has pretty much sacrificed her life to care for an invalid father. However, being a budding screenwriter, she is whisked off to CA to work on a project with a Hollywood legend. Love is never supposed to enter the picture but, alas, it does.
Center writes with passion and creativity, and I couldn't help but fall in love with the lead male character myself. I was rooting for them all and enjoyed all those trials and tribulations they experienced.
The narrators were terrific and the story journey so much fun. Loved it!

Author Katherine Center is a pro at writing rom coms. Using her position to craft to quirky writers as one teaches the other what it takes to create a perfect rom-com. What they didn't bargain for was living out their very own rom-com.

Just finished listening to this book, and it was delightful!
A ROM COM- about writing a ROM COM

I really loved the characters, and enjoyed the narrator. This book was full of many great quotes a few being...

"All we have is what we have."

"If you wait for people to light you up- than I guess you are at the mercy of darkness."

"S0, it cant be where you are going that matters, it has to be how you get there."

This book really touched on how to continue life after facing tragedy. Although, this isn't my normal style of book, the humor made me really want to see how it would end.

Love being the main focus, it didn't disappoint and i will be recommending this to others!

Thanks for the copy

Thank you Netgalley for approving my request for the audiobook of The Rom-Commers.

My third audio by this author and I absolutely enjoy every single one of them. First, her covers are always so bright and happy and pretty. Second, the characters are so likable and relatable.

This story was so fun and delightful. Will definitely request this author again.

* Emma is hilarious you feel like your in her head
* I love her love of writing , movies, etc
* I feel like I’m in a rom com seeing two writers slowly fall for each other
* Grumpy x sunshine hits every time
* Charlie is a cinnamon roll im in love
* He searched up how long it should take to fall in love after knowing her for a month 🥹 babe your in love already
* Obesessed with their banter
* His rude moment was not it but forgiven
* Absolutely loved this book wow

Katherine Center strikes again! I just simply adore her books!

Although it took me a while to warm up to the MMC, Charlie, I ended up loving the way his character grew and how the story played out, he really opened up by the end and we got to see his true colours. Charlie and Emma both went through a hefty amount of grief and past struggles. Charlie and Emma having that similarity of past loss and painful experiences, it really made their story shine together.

I loved the witty banter and humour , Katherine Center always knocks it out of the park with the perfect balance between serious/emotional and lighthearded/goofy moments. This book definitely makes the message clear on how we can't just judge someone based off of their cover, we never really know what they've been through or what may lie under that hard exterior shell.

Definitely recommend and can't thank St. Martins Press enough for allowing me to read this in advance.

Out June 11th, 2024!

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

I listened to and read this delightful novel over a couple of days. I enjoyed the banter between Charlie and Emma. It was a perfect rendition of "Rom-Commers"

Was it problematic? Yes.
Was it lighthearted and fun? Yes
Was it over the top? Again, yes.
Is it the perfect beach read? YES!

If you want something fluffy and fun, pick this one up. It was a delight.

When it comes to a Katherine Center book, I’m picking it up without reading the blurb. So, when I saw this ARC of the Rom-Commers was available to request, I hit the button right away, initially not realizing that I had requested the audio version. All in all a great decision, because this was an excellent audiobook and the narrator (Patti Murin) is fantastic! Now, our protagonist Emma seems quirky and has clearly experienced a lot of adversity in her life, so you want to root for her as an underdog, but there are moments when she’s a little less redeeming. Also, I could have done without the extra obstacles in the end, but I guess every love story needs several? Still, another great story by Katherine Center! Bonus, enjoyed the character cameos from The Bodyguard. Many thanks to the author, Macmillan Audio/St. Martin’s Press, and NetGalley for the opportunity!

Katherine Center does it again with another delightful romantic comedy, aptly titled "The Rom-Commers." Center is a master at crafting sweet, closed-door romances that will give you all the feels. Like with her other books, "The Rom-Commers" will have you laughing out loud and wiping away tears. There are quite a few hard-hitting topics in the book, so be sure to check the trigger warnings. But, as usual, Center is able to skillfully balance grief and trauma with romance and humor. This book was not my favorite of her works, but it was an enjoyable and easy read that will make the perfect beach or poolside companion this summer. Emma and Charlie were relatable characters, each dealing with their own challenges and past traumas. I loved the "opposites attract" trope and thought they both had excellent character development. Overall, a wonderful rom-com that I recommend.

I listened to the audiobook read by Patti Murin. She has narrated Center's books in the past, and I always enjoy her narrations. Murin is a believable narrator who brings the story to life with a fun and lively performance. The audiobook featured a bonus scene from Charlie's perspective and an author's note read by Center, which are both audio-exclusives, as well as acknowledgements read by the author.

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

I knew I wanted to give the Rom-Commers a try right after viewing an Instagram Reel of the premise of the book and reading the descriptor of the book itself. This is my first book by Katherine Center, and I laughed and loved it. I appreciated her "authors note" at the end and her thoughts about "love stories" and "literature". It was a change of pace to my normal dark, tense, emotional rides of books that I read and I'm not sad about it.

Emma and Charlie both have their own quirks and were relatable as adults and people. Trying to navigate adulthood, life in general, the events that unfold within our control and outside of our control. and the concept of what "love is" and "love isn't". I definitely related to Charlie because I have switched from the side of loving love and all things love to swinging the other way and thinking that love and fairytales are a sham... but questioning deeply if they really are?

I valued the opposing viewpoints and the plot as it unfolded. It wasn't as predictable as one would think. The research going into screen writing and blending the balance of work and living was also well done. The Rom-Commers was definitely an "opposite attract" story that you have you laughing and understanding Charlie and his views, while still appreciating Emma and hers. I also valued how family intertwined throughout the book.

Touching, light-hearted, and a bit quirky, I definitely recommend The Rom-Commers and giving this a try for a change of pace, and laughs about swimming, diving boards, guinea pigs, closet moments, making donuts in the kitchen, and random hospital upgrades.

Thank you to Macmillan Audio, NetGalley, and Katherine Center for this ARC. I really enjoyed it. I enjoyed the narration of the audiobook and the opportunity to read The Rom-Commers.

First, I'd like to thank Katherine Center, Macmillan Audio, and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

𝓐 𝓠𝓾𝓲𝓬𝓴 𝓢𝓾𝓶𝓶𝓪𝓻𝔂

Emma Wheeler is a struggling screenwriter who has consistently sacrificed her dreams to care for her sick dad. When the opportunity of her lifetime falls in her lap, her family pushes her to leave and finally take the leap. Emma leaves Texas for LA to ghostwrite for her screenwriting idol, THE Charlie Yates.

𝓦𝓱𝓪𝓽 𝓘 𝓣𝓱𝓸𝓾𝓰𝓱𝓽

I really can't express enough how much I loved this book. 8% in I already knew this was going to be 5 stars for me unless something horrible went wrong.

I can nearly always find some way to relate or emphasize with characters, but connecting with Emma felt so natural. Charlie on the other hand....water on your cereal, seriously?! Charlie, are you genuinely a sociopath?  All jokes aside, I loved Charlie, and he and Emma had this kind of relationship that just sucked you in. Even the most mundane activities had me absorbed.

Everything felt like the perfect balance of the main story and side character/relationship development. I especially loved Sylvie and Emma's story line. It was beautiful and painful, but really showed the power of familial love and support.

When I tell you I wept at the ending, I mean it. I was sobbing, laughing, and smiling in my bed throughout the last few chapters. I swear it changed my brain chemistry.

The only thing(s) I didn't like about the book (SPOILERS)
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is the miscommunication and third-act breakup. The two talked so much, but just weren't speaking the truth out loud. Granted it was really just Charlie, but the speech at the end made up for everything.

In regards to the narration itself, I really liked the narrator and thought her male voice was good - at least good enough that I didn’t find it cringy, which it usually what makes or breaks a narration for me for romances.

Thank you for allowing me this early listen of The Rom-Commers. This was a cute read and I enjoyed it for sure. I loved Emma's character and with time I learned why Charlie was the way he was. I laughed and got emotional at some points. I wanted to shake Charlie at some points, but like I said I couldn't blame him for how life had shaped him to be.

Definitely picked this one up!

I gave it a 4.25/5 stars

Thank you to @NetGalley for letting me listen to the advanced audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

Ahhhh this was so cute! Katherine Center really delivered with this book! The characters, pacing and the romance had me in my feels. It had me laughing, crying and smiling the entire time. I loved it and finished it in one day. I recommend the book and the author for anyone who is looking for a feel good, HEA story.