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Everything's Coming Up Rosie

Narrated by Jorjeana Marie

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Pub Date Jun 10 2025 | Archive Date Jul 11 2025

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Sometimes what you think you want and what you actually want turn out to be different things . . .

Rosie Waterman has one dream: to become a working actor. But lately, that hasn't been working out. When she loses her apartment and her job on the same day, she does what she always does--puts herself out there, ready to find the next big thing. But a trip home makes her realize that while she's been struggling to make this dream come true, all her friends have become real adults with careers and weddings and babies on the way. Rosie's been at this for years, and she has nothing to show for it. But how does she simply let go of her dream?

When she's offered a job as the director of a regional theatre's production of Cinderella, she jumps at the chance--even though she's only directed in college and the job is in Door County, Wisconsin, and not in New York. She has no other offers, and at least she'll be getting paid to do something theatrical. But when she arrives, she quickly realizes that the "regional theatre" is actually in a retirement community, and the "actors" are actually senior citizens with no acting experience whatsoever.

Working on the show presents new challenges, forcing Rosie to learn how to step up and be the leader this fledgling theatre troupe needs. The more time she spends with her new cast, the more she begins to rethink what it means to dream big, especially when that big dream hasn't turned out to be at all what she thought it would be. It's not at all what she expected, but could it be exactly what she needs?

Sometimes what you think you want and what you actually want turn out to be different things . . .

Rosie Waterman has one dream: to become a working actor. But lately, that hasn't been working out...


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5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Courtney Walsh is an auto read for me so when I saw this ARC I had to read it!!! Ugh I loved it so much like I still have tears in my eyes as I write this. I love her writing and how she always manages to suck you in ASAP!

In this book we have Rosie and Booker. Rosie is a theatre girl and is not doing so hot in NYC as far as her career goes. She decides to come back and in the process she gets a job offer and being down her luck she takes it…except she doesn’t know what the job is! Then Booker comes in…oh booker 🥰 Rosie quickly finds out she’s been hired at a retirement home in WI to save the theatre program. In the process she finds herself and lets go of some big emotional baggage. Along the way she meets people who end up changing her life.

It’s a very cozy and sweet story! Can’t wait to buy my physical copy as a trophy.

Thank you Zondervan and Netgally for the audio ARC

Audiobook Review

I also got the chance to listen early and it did not disappoint!!!! The narrator was great! It flowed nicely! And it was so fun to listen to one of my favorite reads of the year come to life through audio!!!

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I have to start out by saying the narrator was fantastic! We all know that sometimes a narrator can make or break a book for us and she was fantastic
!! The emotion and the ability to be in the story while reading was truly amazing 10/10! Now down to the book , let’s start with the cover it was beautiful and really had me excited to listen and read this book. Now the story was light and fun from start to finish. I genuinely laughed out loud through this book, understand and felt the embarrassment of Rosie throughout the book and pushed for her to reach her dreams and succeed! I was riding the Rosie train from start to finish AND the added romance with Booker was just the icing on the cake for this book! Then the perfect ending…..with Booker and Rosie ending together and her being a successful actor.
, surrounded by loved ones…Perfect!!!! Truly 5/5 stars from start to finish!! Can’t wait to hear and read more books from the author !!

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Okay, so I picked up Everything’s Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh because the synopsis sounded like a rom com wrapped up in a feel good life lesson, and it delivered exactly that! The story is about Rosie Waterman, who’s this relatable mess of a human being. She’s been chasing her dream of being an actor for years, but life keeps throwing her curveballs. She heads back home and gets hit with the reality that all her friends are thriving as adults while she’s still out here hustling with nothing to show for it. Then the opportunity to direct a Cinderella play lands in her lap. Except when she gets there, it’s not a real theatre, but a retirement community, and her actors are all senior citizens. It’s basically her worst nightmare, but also kind of hilarious! Rosie starts to rethink her dreams, priorities, and what “making it” even means. Overall, it’s funny, heartfelt, and super sweet journey! I really enjoyed the audiobook version. Jorjeana Marie’s narration was fantastic!

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I ADORE Courtney Walsh's books and this one may have come out to be a top favorite so far. This was full of heartwarming moments, many laughs, and lots of happy tears.

Rosie and Booker were adorable and I love how he brought out the positive side in her. Rosie has been struggling and feeling like a failure so when she takes a job she knows nothing about, she's even more defeated to learn it is a retirement center. But the younger staff quickly become friends with her and show her what a great place it is to work. I loved the feisty senior citizens in the story and how they proved they are capable of putting on a show and deserving of the community support. Rosie and Booker were just too adorable and I was crying happy tears at their ending. All of the side characters had me cracking up. But Rosie's awkward moments really had me giggling.

Jorjeana Marie did a great job narrating this story. She truly brought the emotions of Rosie to life. I've never listened to her before but after this story she is definitely someone I will look for in future stories.

I can't wait for everyone to read this story, it will definitely be a top favorite this year!

Thank you Netgalley and Courtney Walsh for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!!

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I am a huge fan of Courtney Walsh. I was so excited to get my first audiobook of hers! Everything’s Coming Up Rosie is absolutely adorable and charming. The story of Rosie and her adventures leading the theatre at the Senior Center was so enjoyable. The characters were all so entertaining, especially the love interest Booker. Highly recommend!

Jorjeana Marie does a great job narrating.

Thank you Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Audio for an early copy. All opinions are my own.

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Audiobook Review of Everything’s Coming Up Rosie

Jorjeana Marie does such a great job with the narration. She gives each character their own voice, and the way she adds emotion and little cues really brings the story to life.
The best word I can use to describe this book is cute. From the cover to the characters to the story itself, it’s full of charm and sweetness. That said, the pacing felt a little slow at times, and there were moments where I found myself waiting for something more to happen. Still, the characters were kind and likable, and the ending wrapped up in a really satisfying, heartwarming way. If you're in the mood for a clean, wholesome romance, this one's a lovely pick.

Thanks to the publisher for providing me with an advance copy. All opinions are my own.

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This was such a wonderful, happy, and feel-good book! I enjoyed the characters, the setting, the plot, but most of all the message. Rosie, the protagonist, goes through a journey of accidental self discovery, by giving things and people chances, and giving herself permission to realise her dreams, and find new ones. The supporting cast is just as charming, and the community vibe in the story adds so much comfort and joy, and there was romance there too. I loved it, and can't wait to explore more of the author's books!

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I just love a good Courtney Walsh book. I listened to her latest, Everything’s Coming Up Rosie and I loved it!

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I loved this book. I am in a transitional time in my career. I am leaving one vocation to go back to grad school. It’s scary and exciting. Rosie is going through the same thing. This book is such a true depiction of growing into yourself in a lighthearted way. The characters in this book are sincere and lovely. It’s entertaining and also speaks to the true nature of figuring out what you want in life and how to get it. This book is sweet and simple. It’s a fun read. It reminds me of talking to my best friends about what comes next. Such a fun read.

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Courtney Walsh has quickly become an autoread for me, and I couldn’t wait to dive into Everything’s Coming Up Rosie.

Like Walsh’s other works, Rosie’s development is central to the story, with a delightful romance playing close second string. Rosie’s sense of disillusionment with her life, as her friends hit typical ‘success’ milestones is so relatable. I also love the way Walsh plays with characters of different ages and perspectives. Rosie is hit with a dash of humility when she finds herself directing a play for an old folks home, but it’s the perfect way for her to explore her relationship with acting, and discover some hard truths.

Rosie’s chemistry with Booker is so sweet and I loved their earnest and honest relationship. There was a wonderful maturity in their dynamic which was so satisfying. The story was well paced, and had just the right balance of unpredictability and dependability for a rom com.

I was fortunate to enjoy this both as an audio and book and would recommend both! The narration was wonderful, and perfectly captured the many dramatic characters and situations in this story.

Thank you to the publishers for an early copy of this book. Opinions expressed are my own.

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Everything’s Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh audiobook ARC
Narrated by Jorjeana Marie

I got to read the book first and then I got the audiobook. Narrator Jorjeana Marie was the perfect choice for Rosie. I loved the romance and the plot, it was perfectly balanced.
Rosie is very relatable, nothing in her life or career is going how she thought and is struggling. She ends up getting a directing job but it's not what she thinks.
Booker is her perfect match and helps Rosie open up and she finds her true self again.
This rom-com has quirky-witty-banter, life challenges/ lessons, only kissing, lovable side characters, and you definitely need tissues on hand.

Thank you NetGalley and Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio for the audiobook ARC.

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With a title like Everything's Coming Up Rosie and such a cute cover, who could resist this new release from Courtney Walsh and Thomas Nelson Publishing?! Luckily, it's not all flash, but substance too. Don't miss this adorably sweet five-star read about chasing dreams and accepting who you are.

Rosie's dream has always been to make it big as an actor. For years she's had half a foot in the door, getting just enough jobs to keep her going, but her big breakout moment remains elusive. She's on the verge of a full out existential crisis when she applies to every possible job she can think of willy-nilly style, and takes the first (and only) job she's offered. When she shows up in Wisconsin, she realizes she should have actually read the job description, because putting on an entire production as a director is a bigger bite than she's qualified to chew, even if it is 'only' for a retirement community's theater program.

Oh, this book. I want every young girl to read this. Rosie has a dream she's chasing, but she's never stopped to think about why she's chasing it, and if it's really even what she wants. As she slogs through the problems she's facing with the play, she gains confidence, experience, and friendships along the way. In the end, the situation she thought was just going to pay the bills until she moved on to bigger and better things turned out to be just the thing she needed to become her happier, healthier self. New and improved Rosie!

There is also a very sweet romance subplot with a man called Booker. He won he over quickly when he shrugged and said "I'm a hard person to know". With a line like that, you just know someone else put that into his head. The friendship he and Rosie have is so sweet and romantic and a little bit risky, because opening up your heart is always a risk.

I was blown away by this book. Every aspect was just done so well, and I was fully engaged. There were a few ways that seemed plausible for the plot to go, but it still kind of surprised me, and I was proud of Rosie and her ultimate decisions.

This is a book I would put into the 'feel-good' category, which, to me, is hard to achieve. If you need a lift in spirits this summer (or ever), Rosie's got your back!

Note:: I received an early copy of this book from the publisher through netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

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“All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances,
And one man in his time plays many parts.” ~William Shakespeare
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Standing ovation 👏🏻 @courtneywalsh
Rosie Waterman, is filled with self doubt and worry about her future. She’s an actor in NYC but has lost her job and apartment all in one fell swoop. She takes a trip home where she’s confronted with all of her friends being so accomplished in their lives. Then an email comes to change her life…a job in Wisconsin directing Cinderella! As she arrives at the regional theatre she’s faced with….old people, not what she expected but could it be what she truly needed? You’ll find humor, found family, and beautiful character growth in this heartwarming tale.

“A dream is a wish your heart makes" - Disney's Cinderella"
 

Book to be published June 10,2025. Thank you NetGalley, Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio for the complimentary ARC. Review is based on my thoughts and opinions.

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Rosie is a successful NYC actress...or so that's what she wants everyone to think she is. She is an actress but she hasn't had many upcoming opportunities lately. Her friends are either married, pregnant, or have amazing jobs. Except for Rosie. She is still trying to figure out this thing called life and how to make it. Rosie has a job opportunity that she applied for and she got the job as a director at a regional theatre for the theatre's production of "Cinderella"...at least that's what she thinks she is getting herself into. When Rosie arrives at the "regional theatre" she realizes that she is at a retirement community and that her "actors" and "actresses" will be senior citizens. She has a huge challenge on her hands? Will she accept the challenge or will she run from it?

I absolutely LOVED this book! Especially on audio! Jorjeana does a wonderful job telling the story! I felt like I was on stage with her when she was describing everything that was happening! I love Courtney Walsh's books! She is such an amazing author! Thank you to Thomas Nelson for this ALC in exchange for my honest review!

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This was a really cute closed door romance. Rosie is likable, and she doesn’t realize how well she is doing, until she is willing to open up to her friends. Booker is wonderful, and I wish there was more of him!

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Everything’s Coming Up Rosie is a heartfelt, charming delight from start to finish. Courtesy Walsh has crafted a wholesome, feel-good romance that’s as uplifting as it is emotionally resonant. I had the pleasure of listening to the audiobook edition, and it added an extra layer of warmth and immersion to an already enchanting story.

Rosie is a wonderfully relatable protagonist—endearing, imperfect, and deeply human. Her journey of self-discovery is filled with humor, heart, and the kind of quiet resilience that makes you want to cheer her on every step of the way. The romance is slow-building and incredibly sweet, grounded in friendship, mutual respect, and authentic emotional growth. It’s the kind of love story that feels real, not rushed—refreshingly wholesome while still tugging at all the right heartstrings.

The narrator does a fantastic job capturing the tone of the story—light and humorous in some moments, tender and heartfelt in others. It’s a well-produced audiobook that enhances the overall experience.

Overall, Everything’s Coming Up Rosie is a lovely, uplifting read that reminded me of the power of starting over, embracing who you truly are, and finding love in unexpected places. Perfect for fans of cozy, character-driven romances with depth and charm.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance audiobook copy in exchange for an honest review.

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This book was such a joy to read! The writing is strong, and the characters had me hooked from the very beginning—they felt like instant friends. I especially connected with Rosie and her pursuit of her dream. It’s so relatable, the way dreams evolve over time, and how sometimes you have to *create* the life you want, rather than waiting for it to happen.

The banter and chemistry between the characters were fantastic—natural, witty, and full of heart. I love a romance that builds slowly from friendship, and this one hit the mark. It felt real and satisfying in a way that quick-burn romances sometimes don’t.

As someone who has spent years in the arts industry, I found Rosie’s behind-the-scenes role as a show director incredibly appealing. The backstage conversations and insights into the production process were a treat—these days, being off the stage holds more charm for me, and this book captured that perfectly.

There were so many moments and quotes that resonated with me, from the sense of community to the wisdom shared by older characters. It’s a story that balances humour, heart, and personal growth in such a lovely way.

I just really loved this book—from the charming characters to the thoughtful romance and everything in between.

The audiobook narrator does an exceptional job of portraying a wide range of voices across different ages and genders, truly bringing the story to life for me.

Thanks to Netgalley and Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio for this ALC. This is my honest review.

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Absolutely delightful story! I really lined up with this story. I loved the premise of dreams are good, but dreams can change and still be your dreams! I really enjoyed all the banter and old people comment gems! This author makes me feel and I love that in a good book! The narrator was lovely and nailed the part!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this story, all thoughts and opinions are my own!

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Courtney Walsh is truly one of my very favorite authors at the moment! How she keeps a book light hearted while also making me think deeper is really amazing and Everything’s Coming Up Rosie is no exception!

Fun, witty banter, and laugh out loud moments paired with just the right amount of emotion and inner-growth. Rosie has me reflecting on what it means to be fully known & loved while also being deeply invested in how her career & love story turn out. So much to root for in one book!

Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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“This is what’s holding you back, Rosie.”

There’s nothing better than reading a book with a very relatable main character. Rosie has big hopes and dreams, yet life has a way of creating hardships and detours on her way to achieving them, and admitting failure isn’t on her list of things to do. So…she pretends. Even with her closest friends. And in a moment of desperation, accepts a job for a Cinderella production without reading the fine lines and finds herself learning, stretching, growing, discovering her true self, and experiencing true friendship, trust, and love in the process. Who can relate to this?? I sure can and that made this insight all the sweeter.

Rosie’s character is so pliable and resilient. I adored her journey and admired her personality, but I especially loved watching her with this community. With all the feels of an incredible women’s fiction, mixed in with a gentle romance, and liberally sprinkled with the most magnificent group of friends, I devoured this story. Booker is a charming and winsome man who truly believes in Rosie and urges her, supports her, and cherishes her to fulfill her potential.

I loved everything about this book and it’s one I will ponder on frequently. The narrator is amazing and vividly portrayed this story. I loved her voice and presentation.

Content: mild romance

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Everything’s Coming Up Rosie follows struggling actress Rosie Waterman as she navigates a life in New York that is less than successful. The constant rejection is wearing on her just as she is heading home to see her friends and family. All of whom believe she is living her dream in New York City. Everyone else in her life seems to be checking boxes and living out their dreams, Rosie just…isn’t. When she receives a job offer for the summer in Door County Wisconsin to direct a production of Cinderella, Rosie eagerly accepts. Once she arrives it becomes clear that “skimming” the job description may not have been sufficient. She is directing a musical but it’s at a small theater in a retirement community and everyone auditioning will be residents….. meaning they are old. Initially, Rosie is horrified and convinced she cannot do what she was hired to do but as she starts to open herself up to this place and these people, something amazing takes place inside her. Sometimes we are so blinded by what we have always wanted and we just cannot see that it isn’t serving us anymore. That maybe it’s time to consider letting go… or at least reframing our narrative. Now the questions is, who is she holding on to this dream for? It doesn’t hurt that the very cute physical therapist living onsite is single…

Well if that wasn’t the cutest thing I have read in a good long while… the narrator was good and I enjoyed her voices and accents. The reading was a little slower than I prefer so I turned the speed up to 1.25 which was perfect. This book made me feel literally all the things. I truly cannot say enough good things about the story and the writing. I adored all of the quirky characters. And will hear nothing against any of them, ever.

I laughed out loud, I teared up, and a smiled so much it was actually I little absurd. Just an all-around sweet, feel-good story. If you are looking for all the cozy, fuzzy, happy feelings, this book is for you. I am now convinced that I must read everything else I can by this author as soon as humanly possible.

Huge thank you to Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio for offering this audiobook for advanced review via Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

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Everything’s Coming Up Rosie is a charming, heartfelt story about rediscovering yourself, chasing your passion, and the powerful bonds of friendship and love. Set against the vibrant backdrop of a community theater, the novel brings together a colorful and diverse cast of characters—from different generations and walks of life—united by a common goal: saving the theater they all hold dear.

What makes this book so special is the depth of its characters. Each one feels fully realized, with their own struggles, dreams, and transformations. As the story unfolds, we see these characters grow, not just individually, but together—facing personal and collective challenges that lead to beautiful, often unexpected, revelations about life and love.

The theme of finding purpose later in life is especially poignant, and it’s refreshing to see a story where characters of all ages are celebrated and given space to shine. The theater becomes more than just a setting; it’s a symbol of hope, creativity, and community.

The narrator of the audiobook version deserves special praise—bringing warmth, personality, and nuance to each role, making the experience even more immersive and enjoyable.

This book is heartwarming, inspiring, and often laugh-out-loud funny. It has all the makings of a great film, and I sincerely hope to see it adapted for the screen one day. Everything’s Coming Up Rosie is a delightful celebration of second chances, found family, and the magic of storytelling.

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*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. As always. (This book will be released June 10, 2025.)

Yes!!! Another win from Courtney Walsh. Another joyful and heartbreaking, relatable and imaginative jump into a story I want to live in again and again. Here are people with past hurts, present possibilities, future dreams, *fantastic senses of humor,* failures, successes, love, friendship, and general awesomeness.

Is what you’re doing what you dreamed of doing? Could it be fun? Is it time to let that dream get some updating or a twist? Rosie’s not sure.

She’s always dreamed of being an actor, but small (and I means small) jobs and life in New York don’t look like the success she thought it would eventually be. She’s not ready to admit to anyone the reality of where she is, because everyone else seems to be living amazing adult lives of success.

When offered a job at the *exact* moment she needs to assure her friends she’s fine, she grabs it and runs—straight into the most adorable and hilarious comedy of sweet successful errors and hope she didn’t know she could needed.

What I loved:

Courtney takes time to introduce her readers to her cast of characters. This is not a book two main characters and a shadowy round of supporting side characters. Nope.

This is a full blown cast of crotchety and lovely seniors, a teen who lives with her grandparents, and loyal friends—all with personalities, goals, drama, and heartache of their own. And everyone, I mean everyone, has something to say about Rosie’s love life, her past life, and what she can do with the job she’s accepted in their community. Some of those ideas are not so friendly others hilarious.

Community. People who love you. People who doubt you. People who are cheering for you. And the power inside you that everyone needs to make their world a better place—including you. These are elements of what I have loved about other Courtney Walsh books and what I love here.

The audio performance was so well done (same narrator as The Happy Life of Isadora Bentley). I was completely immersed in the cozy Sunset Hills setting. I mean, can I get a promotional pamphlet for this place? I think I want to prepay to live there when I retire.

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Cannot properly express how much I loved this book/audio production. But I’ll try my best!

The writing was witty, engaging and so beautifully insightful. The cast of characters were relatable and endearing and I would happily read a spin off for each of them.
The friendships made my heart warm, and felt so real.
And Rosie, oh my goodness I love her and was so invested in that quirky, adorable weirdo. As a fellow theatre kid, this book flew straight into my soul and I barely had a break in listening.

The narrator with this story and character are a complete love match, she IS Rosie, and she gave the character all the personality from the page!

Yep, it’s an obvious rave review from me. This has been one of my favourite listens to date, for both story and narration.

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I have previously read Courtney Walsh before and was happy to receive an advanced copy of this book.
This book is adorable! Rosie is chasing a dream that she is not sure whose dream it is. After numerous rejections in the theater world, she begins to send out her resume to everything she can. Rosie receives an offer to direct and be apart of the creative team for the production of Cinderella. But... Rosie did not read the job description before packing up and head to Wisconsin. Well she is quite surprised when she is taken to a retirement community and she is the only person on the creative team. Rosie transforms while in the community and as she begins to start figuring out what her dream really is. The "cast" of characters in this story are perfect. Rosie becomes interested in physical therapist in the community. Their story is so sweet! You will not be disappointed when you read this one! Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me an advanced copy of this.

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I wasn’t sure how I would feel about this book, but as usual when I feel this way, I LOVED this book.
I really connected with the FMC, Rosie. She is the epitome of how women feel when they are out of college and trying to figure things out. So much self discovery in this book. Life lessons given out by the characters where the setting takes place (not just any old theater! Read those job postings folks! lol).
Finding love in unexpected places - I loved the MMC. He was such a precious soul.
Finding inner peace and learning self awareness.
If you love a good contemporary romance, you’ll love this book.
Quick read, great palette cleanser.
Plot very well written and the pace is done very well in this book.
Characters are well developed, chemistry was palpable, and I was able to connect to all the characters in the book.
Go give this a try my romance book besties!

Thank you to NetGalley & Courtney Walsh for opportunity to read this ARC!

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This was a cute, cozy, hopeful little romance. The character was relatable as a younger adult quite unsure of herself and trying to find her way in the world. The other characters were well developed and fun. Great for a light and fluffy, feel good read!

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I did not want this book to end. So much so, I cried at the end. This book is absolute perfection. Every page, every line, every word was wonderful. But I knew it would be with Walsh’s stellar writing. There is so much to love about this book. Walsh delivers the perfect amount of heart, humor, swoon, and so much more. Her books never disappoint.

Rosie’s journey is one of the best I’ve read in a long time. I loved how it took moving to Wisconsin to direct a play at a senior living community to give Rosie just what she needed to find herself and to realize her strengths. There are so many character gems in these pages. Rosie’s friends: Mia, Taylor, Marnie were so fun and sweet. Daisy was a doll. The Wisconsin troop of seniors were my favorites. Birdie, Connie, and Belinda to name a few but Arthur stole the show for me.

And don’t forget Booker. He will forever be the measurement of future book heroes. He was so great and he and Rosie were perfect together. I loved their “Friday” chats.

How this book comes together is magical and the events that lead to that ending, I won’t soon forget. (And don’t forget the author’s note.)

I adored the audio narrator. This is the first book I’ve listened to from her and I can’t wait to listen to more. Jorjeana Marie delivers a superb cast of characters. Her tone and expression and accents were so well done. The variation in each character was great.

I received an ALC and ARC approval from the publisher. Huge thank you to them.

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A washed up actress takes a creative director job in Wisconsin and upon arriving learns it's for a theater for senior citizens. What seemingly is the worst possible scenario ends up being the life change she needed.

This beautifully written tale kept my interest throughout. I was invested in the characters and their chemistry together. The end had me crying happy tears. This is a love story not just in the general sense, but also between the main character and her found family and friends.

The narrator is brilliant. I loved her perky upbeat narration. She wasn't perfect with the men's voices 100% of the time, but it didn't take away from the performance.

Thank you NetGalley and Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

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If you’ve ever read a Courtney Walsh book, you know you’re in for a heartwarming, clean story that brings all the feel good vibes! And Everything's Coming Up Rosie is no exception!

This book is a breath of fresh air with a side of unexpected glitter. Rosie Waterman thought Broadway was her big break, but her dreams haven't quite come together the way she planned... and now the stage she unexpectedly finds herself on is at an assisted living facility in Wisconsin!

While directing Cinderella with a cast of spirited senior citizens, (Yes, it’s just as hilarious and heartwarming as it sounds) wasn’t in her plans, Rosie finds that this is more than a job but a life changing experience!

Rosie is equal parts relatable and ridiculous! Watching her try to juggle her crumbling dreams, a very cute physical therapist named Booker, and a bunch of sassy retirees is so much fun. The romance is sweet perfection, the humor hits just right, and the story is so full of heart. Honestly, I grinned through most of it!

If you love quirky characters, musical theater, or just need a reminder that it’s totally okay to rewrite your dreams, this one’s for you. - Also, don’t skip Courtney’s author note at the end! Getting a peek into how her own story ties into Rosie’s was such a fun little bonus!

Huge thank you to Netgalley, Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction for the advanced copy of this audiobook, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant! Funny and touching and thoughtful and inspiring! What an incredible story, made all the better by the phenomenal performance of narrator Jorjeana Marie. Yes, this is another audio book win for me. Comedy beat perfection. Inner dialogue perfection. Rosie’s personality – perfection. And all the various characters in the retirement village – yet even more perfection. This narrator is off the charts fantabulous! I could tell she was relishing the story as much as I was and that made my listening experience extra special.

Rosie is hilarious and heartbreaking all wrapped up in a cute package of insecurity. It seems like she has it all together – but that’s just what she portrays to the outside world, including her very best friends. She’s an actress more often performing a role offstage than on. And it’s tiring and stressful and even debilitating…until one summer in Wisconsin.

Cue the dashing hero, an eclectic mix of quirky secondary characters and a theatre to save before the summer’s out! And while the theatre needs some redeeming, Rosie does too as she navigates an emotionally fraught path to a deeper understanding of herself.

I’d be laughing hysterically at one point and then wiping tears from my eyes the next. The depth of emotion in Rosie’s story is stunning! Her struggles are so relatable, her insecurities all too common. A sympathetic heroine with a depreciating sense of humour that deflects from what’s really hidden in her heart.

Did I say brilliant already? Well, it’s worth saying it again. Brilliant! The kind of story that stays with a reader even after you reach the end. The kind you want to revel over and ponder on and just plain bask in the bookish afterglow. Definitely a book I will revisit over and over again!

My thanks to Thomas Nelson, Zondervan Fiction Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio edition of this copy.

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I loved Everything’s Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh. I listened to the audiobook on this one and the narrator was great. I liked how she voiced the different characters (we’ve all listed to audiobooks where the narrator doesn’t do a good job with different voices, yeah?).

This book is about Rosie, a struggling actor who takes a job without fully knowing what the position is. -and it has a way of all working out. I haven’t read a book by Courtney Walsh that I haven’t liked and this one was no exception. It has a cute premise and she’s a great author if you don’t like to read open door/spicy books.

Thank you Thomas Nelson, Zondervan Fiction Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio edition of this book.

#netgalley #everythingscominguprosie

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This is my second book I have read by this author and absolutely loved it. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. The care of people were wonderful and enjoyed all their personalities and quirks . It’s a story of friendship, love and dreams attained even if not the original plan

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I love everything Courtney Walsh writes. Her lighthearted and upbeat voice is a much needed light in the heavy day to day. I love her books so much, I have to read them and listen to the audiobook.
My favorite part of "Everything's Coming Up Rosie" was the theater setting. It's a unique peak into a world I'm unfamiliar with. Second, was the authenticity of the main character. Lastly, was the solid and smooth voice overs of the audio.

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Rosie. Waterman. What a story!
I loved everything about this book, about the characters, about the community. I almost felt like I was a part of the story. Ive been there, in a place where I felt like I needed to hide myself even from the people who loved me most and it’s hard and lonely. It made me feel seen to hear her struggles and watch as she opened up not only to herself, but to the people around her!

Booker was so patient. He was so sweet and kind and their banter was perfect! I wish we could have learned more about him, but I still loved his character all the same.

Arthur will stay with me forever. He reminds me of my grandparents and that is a blessing of a person to have in your corner!

I will never not recommend this beautiful and sweet book!

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Thank you to #NetGalley and #ZondervanFictionAudio for an advance listening copy of #EverythingsComingUpRosie. A really sweet story of a struggling actor who mistakenly finds herself producing a production at a retirement facility. 5 stars.

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Thank you to @ThomasNelson and Zondervan fiction audio for this ARC of "Everything's Coming Up Rosie" . This was a very cute and sweet book to listen to. Rosie is the main character that strives for family and friends to see that she is living her dream of becoming an actor in New York city. As she soon finds that she has no work and no place to live, she scrambles to find any job that pays. She finds herself directing a play of Cinderella at a retirement community. Here she finds love, acceptance and a new way to dream big. Life isn't always perfect and we cannot always compare our selves to what others are doing. Rosie is smart, funny and had me rooting for her through out the whole book.

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I loved this book! The characters were funny, quirky, lovable, and just overall wonderful. I especially appreciated the relationship Rosie had with her best friends, and I envied her ability to see more in people than they see in themselves and know how to bring out their best.

I listened to the audio version, and the narrator was a good choice.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio for the opportunity to read and review this book prior to publication.

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