I’m obsessed. Elizabeth Stephens does it again—*All Superheroes Need PR* is a knockout blend of action, steam, and heart. Her recent releases have all been bangers, but this might just be my favourite yet.

The audiobook? Absolutely top-tier. The narrators *nail* the chemistry and character voices—funny, swoony, and perfectly paced. If you love audio, you *have* to listen to this one.

Think: Smallville meets The Incredibles—but make it Black, bold, spicy, and smarter. With supernatural shenanigans, real emotional depth, and one hell of a romantic arc, this book delivers on every level.

💥 Tropes & Themes to Love:
- Villain-to-hero
- Touch-her-and-die energy
- Fake dating (Lois Lane clause!)
- Workplace romance – shy PR rep x alpha pyro in need of a rebrand 🔥
- Spicy (yes, knotting 🌶️)
- Anxiety rep – beautifully done and relatable
- Found family vibes with a lovable, diverse crew who would go to war for you (literally!)
- Fated mates with real payoff
- Big worldbuilding energy - I’m thinking I need 48 books set in this world!!!

If you’re into superhero rom-coms with a punch of heat and heart, *All Superheroes Need PR* is your next must-read (or must-listen). Add it to your TBR and thank me later.

I did not expect this book to be so hilarious?? Pyro's inner monologue had me laughing my way through the story. It was spicy, sweet, and so much fun!

I listened to the audiobook and the narrators did an INCREDIBLE job bringing these characters to life. Highly recommend!!

I absolutely love Elizabeth Stephens books. I’m so happy to her getting traditionally published. I loved this alien/monster smut. It was a little unexpected twist I didn’t see coming and I devoured it.

The audiobook in this was stunning.

Here's the thing, was I surprised with the way this ended? Yes. but I should've known since I have read other Elizabeth Stephens books. Like Jaw on the floor amazing. Love. I adored every little things about this.

I loved All Superheroes Need PR by Elizabeth Stephens. From the moment I dove in, it had me hooked. The mix of humour, heart, and just the right amount of chaos made it impossible to put down. The characters are vibrant and relatable—especially the lead, who’s juggling everything with a perfect blend of wit and vulnerability. It’s that kind of story that makes you smile, laugh out loud, and genuinely root for everyone involved. I appreciate how it balances the superhero action with real-life PR madness, making it fresh and super fun. Honestly, it’s the kind of book that stays with you long after you’ve finished it.
And the audiobook version, narrated by Dara Brown and Sean Bassett, takes it to another level. Dara brings this lively energy to the female lead that fits so well, capturing all those quirky and heartfelt moments perfectly. Sean Bassett’s narration adds a great dynamic, giving the male characters a distinct voice that balances the story beautifully. Together, they make the characters feel even more real, and the back-and-forth between them adds extra sparkle to the whole experience. Listening to it felt like hanging out with friends who were just as invested in the wild, fun superhero world as I was.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It was funny and heartfelt. This book is about a superbeing, Roland, needing a rebrand and the marketing genius, Vanessa, that makes it happen. In order to help with his rebrand they start fake dating. While, spending more time together, they both start to realize that maybe the feelings are becoming real. As the relationship develops, so does danger and Vanessa and Roland have to figure out what is really going, not just in their relationship, but the world at large. I read the audiobook with duet narration that was well done. I loved the realistic social anxiety representation in the FMC. My favorite part of the story was Vanessa's, family. I do wish we got more of the overarching plot especially in the beginning. Overall, it was a great book, with extremely lovable characters.

I loved reading this book but listening to it was a whole new experience as well. I loved how the narrators voiced and brought these characters and the story to life. Rollo is such a big growly cinnamon roll that will also be at up anyone that says anything negative or bothers his girl. *Swoon*.

This was one hell of a good time!!

Our unfriendly neighborhood reluctant hero falls first, hard, and fast for our super-friendly anxious neighborhood PR boss lady. I’d say this is a scifi romance. It was such a nice change of pace from my usual fantasy romance. I love a slow burn enemies to lovers as much as the next person but a morally grey broody antihero alien falling immediately for the heroine and wanting to unalive anyone who hurts her is also nice 🤣. She’s rightfully suspicious of him though so don’t worry. The banter was so entertaining and the family dynamics heart melting. Her brothers had me cackling! So many diverse characters as well. And the spice 🥵. I’d like to also point out that there are some heavy themes explored as well, such as child abuse.

The writing was fantastic, the whole avalanche rescue scene was so cinematic. The fight scenes felt like I was in a movie. And the tender, emotionally vulnerable scenes were written with such delicate care.

The audiobook narration has me hooked, especially the female narrator!

I sometimes struggle with audio books, but the voice actors were great at making the story feel engaging and as if a friend was telling my a spicy, sweet, dramatic story over drinks!!

Elizabeth Stephens is a favorite author of mine. I adore her science fiction romance series, Xiveri Mates. So, I was surprised to find her latest book, All Superheroes Need PR, isn't a sci-fi romance at all, but a romantic comedy! Here are 10 things I loved about this book (in no particular order):

1. Magic Realism and Sci-Fi Adjacent: So, it's not classified as science fiction (technically, there are aliens, so...insert shrug here), but it's definitely sci-fi adjacent with a world where superheroes exist (alien superheroes). The world-building is delightful, and it does a lot to support Vanessa and Roland's story.

2. Enemies to Lovers: One of my favorite tropes, and this version is rife with tension and some angst to boot. Vanessa and Roland get off to a super rocky start because he's an asshole who doesn't know how to express his emotions and she's an anxious wreck. The meet-cute is equally hilarious and horrifying (poor Vanessa!).

3. Representation: The variety of characters is outstanding! Vanessa and Roland are people of color. Vanessa's best friend, Margery, is a trans woman. Her adoptive family is Latinx. The CEO Doctor is lesbian. It would take a whole blog post to list the diverse backgrounds of all these characters. It's lovely and adds richness and depth to the story.

4. Morally Grey Hero: I love a morally grey hero, and Ryland definitely has some issues, which is probably something you DON'T want in an individual with godlike powers, but it sure makes a fun story.

5. Touch Her and Die Vibes: This goes hand-in-hand with #4, but I appreciate when an MMC's knee-jerk reaction to his girl being knocked down and hurt is to melt internal organs. Spoilers - he's talked out of it. But still, the dude's moral compass is definitely skewed.

6. Fire Power and Getting Nekkid: Roland's superpower is fire, which is cool (or not - pun intended). But the poor man keeps burning his clothes off! Is this really a problem? You decide.

7. "I did it for her.": Gah! It's Roland's first hero moment, and he says he did it for Vanessa. Ok, all together now: awwww!

8. The spice is SPICY: I listened to this book in my car, and there were some scenes that I definitely needed to have my windows rolled up for, lest I get shocked and scandalized looks from unsuspecting fellow drivers—also, two words: Yes, Wyvern.

9. Roland's Transformation: I don't want to spoil things, but I will say that Roland undergoes quite the transformation in the end, and I'm definitely here for it.

10. The Audiobook Narrators Rock: I listened to this book, and the narrators are awesome. Dara Brown and Sean Basset do an incredible job of bringing the diverse cast of characters to life, and I really enjoyed both of their performances. Plus, I would listen to Sean Basset read the phone book - he has the most deliciously bass voice.


Overall, I absolutely loved this book, and I can't wait for more in the series. I question its classification as a romantic comedy. Don't get me wrong, it's funny and sweet, and the story definitely has the elements of a romcom. But it's also ticking boxes for science fiction romance and monster romance, too. Regardless, this was a really fun read with a great cast of diverse characters, a delightful sense of humor, and an entertaining story. If you're looking for your next summer read, check out All Superheroes Need PR.

I am sorry to say this book struggled to hold my interest. The info dump of the world building st the start did not help either. I couldn’t incision the world and the characters well. The narrators were decent.

I had to DNF as I found the book not to be fun. The writing was good but I felt disconnected from the world and the book itself.

I already loved aliens, but I'm def in my superhero romance era and I need more immediately.

Previously, I have enjoyed Elizabeth's writing style and this was no different. Fresh off The Bone King and the Starling, I absolutely needed a funny book that I could giggle and kick my feet to. Everything about this book from how they meet to the end was witty and funny and even a bit outlandish. It didn't take itself too seriously while also fleshing out childhood trauma. Not to mention I love it when the man has is bad for the fmc.

I received the eARC and an ALC and listen/read at the same time. Some passages were different from the audio to the ebook, so hopefully that was fixed for the release.

All Superheroes Need PR by Elizabeth Stephens was a wonderful listen! Grab a copy May 27th. Thank you Elizabeth Stephens for hosting a giveaway and giving me the opportunity to listen to this wonderful book

The narrators, the dialogue, the story as it unfolds, gave me everything I love in an audiobook. When the MMC narrator started his chapter I was even more drawn.

Vanessa is the MFC who has experienced childhood trauma,been adopted by a loving family who still treats her like a child, and struggles with anxiety. Through all that she still manages to run a successful PR firm and works with a diverse group that are her work family. Roland is one of the 48 super beings and in need of a rebrand. Roland has his own struggles but is truly a protector/hero who has glowing pink eyes. From their first interactions with each other I wanted to know more.

If you are a fan of superhero’s, found family, one bed and a diverse cast of characters than this is the book for you.

Loved this story!
The romance was fantastic, the fears, hesitations, how she first perceived him were fantastically done. The family and friendships were lovely as well where the representation was great! The action - well, it was fantastic! All around it was an absolutely wonderful story.
Both narrators did an incredible job with the POVs and voices, too!
The only potential "negative" I had was the first part of the audiobook felt like the narration speed was slow, but I just moved my listening speed up and was back to normal speed choice after chapter 9 or so and it seemed to feel consistent from there on.

I’m super thankful for the ALC & ARC opportunity!

I freaking loved reading Vanessa and Roland’s story!

You get fake dating, PR fiascos, Grumpy aliens, and wild story telling.

Vanessa was a character that I could relate to; a woman filled with anxiety and yet still wanting to face the world head on. She was an introverted character with walls as tall as ever, but once comfortable she was a fun, kind, and quirky person you love. I love a girl boss who can make ripples in the world and maintain herself, and Vanessa does wonders as the PR company’s CEO.

Roland was an all around mean grump, but I personally loved every growl, eye roll and grunt. Especially as we reach his growing stage. Roland was a villain in every sense of the word: isolated from others, different from the rest, with a steady distain for the world. Until he crossed paths with dear Vanessa. After choosing to hang up the villainry cape, and dawns the superhero title with Vanessa’s PR expertise, his whole world changed. Then became the grinch whose heart grew three sizes larger.

The plot was easy to follow while being amazingly entertaining. As both a superhero and romance fan, I loved the playful approach to the superhero genre and the storytelling of aliens on earth. Plus a Black superhero romance? I was locked in!

This in conjunction with the ongoing storyline between the MCs was really interesting! And the twist in the end was a delightful element to their otherwise epic adventure.

Elizabeth Stephens has done it again! She writes characters that are instantly captivating, and builds worlds that are so unique and exciting to read about. This book is the perfect combination of action, suspense, romance, spice, and LAUGHS. Not only are Vanessa and Roland the cutest couple (I love a "he falls first & HARD"), but she puts so much depth into her secondary characters that you can't wait to hear more about them as well. I am absolutely on the edge of my seat to read the next in the series because the world she created has so many more avenues to explore. The overarching series plotline is only just getting started and it is off with a BANG. I received this ARC in audiobook form and absolutely loved the voice actors, I mean the first time I heard Roland's I got goosebumps... everywhere. And that's saying a lot because I tend to be picky about audiobooks and sometimes have trouble getting past certain voices. This book was flawlessly read and just as fun to listen to as it would be to read. Buckle up, because this series will hook you for the long haul.

Shocked in the best way to discover this is actually kinda a monster romance?! I listened to the audio and flew through it, it was so addictive! Loved these characters and can’t wait to see what else we get from this world!

All Superheroes Need PR is a triumph and unlike anything I have ever read. It was hilarious and quirky, action-packed, emotional, sweet, and very steamy. I had the absolute pleasure of listening to the audio version and let me tell you, Dara Brown and Sean Bassett were divine narrators! Vanessa and Roland popped through their voices and holy crap they had me enraptured!

I am thoroughly in love with this original story. Elizabeth Stephens is a truly unique, engaging storyteller and her voice in the romance community is a breath of fresh air. I honestly can't wait to see what she has in store for us next.

This story was about Vanessa and Roland (Pyro), two individuals who couldn’t be more different if they tried. Roland is a angry and rude superhero who was known as a villain. He’s trying to change his reputation but he needs help to do that. He is looking for representation from Vanessa to help him complete his rebrand.

Vanessa owns a PR firm and I’m honestly surprised that she’s in that industry. She’s painfully shy, clumsy and has PTSD. It goes as expected when these two individuals connect with each other. This story was interesting to me because I didn’t know what to expect going into it. I will say I love Elizabeth’s writing because I felt like I was watching a show as I read this story. The story is filled with side characters, Vanessa’s family were my favorite of the bunch. There’s a turn in this book that I didn’t see coming. I could see this becoming a series because additional books are needed for this world.

Thank you to NetGalley and Montlake for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

I just finished this audiobook last night and I throughly enjoyed it. It was a bit of a slow start for me but that quickly changed. I was so invested into the characters and Vanessa story. Once Roland’s voice actor came on ( clutch my imaginary pearls, well HELLO!) I was like girlllllllllllll I can see (hear) why she gets flustered. Once she gave him the nickname Rolo I was sold!!! I was laughing at the interactions with Nessa’s brothers they reminded me of my own. The spicy moments were indeed spicy but not overly so. Also I liked how Roland’s story planned out it was a good twist. I was kinda upset we couldn’t see more of how the couple would navigate his new form. Also how Roland would now navigate his contract. Very good story. Wishing for a part 2.