Closing Time
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Pub Date Jul 7 2026 | Archive Date Jul 12 2026
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Description
For fans of early 2000 rom-com movies like Crazy, Stupid, Love and He's Just Not That Into You.
The Open Seat cafe is closing its doors after thirty-plus years. At the center of it all is Nora Anderson, who is saying goodbye to the life she built with her late husband, Frank. Grieving him is hard enough… until shocking revelations force her to question the life she thought she had.
As the countdown to Saturday begins, the café fills with familiar faces. Each carrying their own unfinished story. The sarcastic barista, the delivery guy, a father and his daughter, the local rock star, and a loyal regular.
Over the course of one unforgettable week, emotions run high, chaos turns into something more, and sparks fly in all the wrong (and exactly right) places. As long-buried secrets begin to surface, every life in the café is pulled together in ways none of them expected. Right up until closing time.
Advance Praise
1. "A story that I think SO MANY will enjoy. This truly is peak 2000s romcom, ensemble cast vibes all the way. Each character is so unique and individual, and the way the book is structured allows for such an easy read. You can keep track of everyone without an issue! Given how expansive the cast of characters is, I found myself able to relate to the story in several different areas. Highly highly highly recommend!!! My favorite from the author, hands down." ~Goodreads review
2. "This story is so unique! It’s about completely different people who have one of the same loves. The love isn’t for another person exactly, but a love for a place. The place is The Open Seat. It’s a place to go and get your morning coffee and breakfast and feel right at home. The people care so deeply about everyone who steps foot in the establishment. That is The Open Seat to a tee. I’m completely obsessed with this story, especially The Open Seat. It’s sweet, it’s messy, it’s romantic, it’s pure perfection!" ~Goodreads Review
3. "Where has this book been my whole life?? Impossible to put down and I really wish The Open Seat was a real place!" ~Beta Reader
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9798234082664 |
| PRICE | $17.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 353 |
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