DEBUT NOVEL

UNION YES

What if we didn’t need permission to change our lives?

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Not in fae courts.
But on the shop floor.

I’ve always loved a good battle between good and evil, but why do those stories always happen in far-off fantasy lands?

I wanted to write a story where the magic is real, the stakes are now, and the heroes are the ones organizing between shifts and advocating for workers’ rights.

Years in the labor movement have introduced me to the fiercest, funniest, most unforgettable characters, people fantasy books forget.

The labor movement isn’t just back —
It’s roaring.

And it deserves a love story that roars with it.

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Feel the movement

choose a side

This book is not about heroes or villains.
It’s about what you choose when no one is watching.

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Why this BOOK

matters now

Because real heroes aren’t born in fantasy worlds, they’re organizing in ours. Union Yes shines a light on the courage, chaos, and quiet power of people standing up for each other when it counts.

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Synopsis

Once upon a time: There was a very clever and capable but anxiety-ridden labor lawyer named Sarah who worked at a law firm in NYC representing labor unions.

Every day: Sarah would go to a toxic workplace and put in long hours for a bullying boss and too little money, trapping her in a cycle of debt, demoralization, and self-doubt.

Until one day: Sarah was assigned to work on a union organizing campaign and fell head over heels for the dreamy, idealistic organizer named Jude. Jude, along with the union’s leader Frank, embraced Sarah as one of their own and taught her how to inspire people to get organized.

Because of that: Sarah’s confidence soared, which was noticed by opposing counsel, who offered Sarah a lucrative, life-changing job opportunity. The catch? She would have to change sides in the fight and betray the progressive values she lived and loved by.

Because of that: Sarah was faced with a choice between working at her union-side firm with its impoverished idealism, or crossing over to the other side and working against the labor movement to guarantee a life of financial security for herself and her family.

Until finally…

Sarah must decide which side she is on. What will she choose?

(Full synopsis available upon request).

Meet the Characters

Sarah

The over-worked and under-valued labor lawyer advocating for others while fighting her own way through burnout and self-doubt.

Frank

The battle-worn union leader with ocean eyes and a heart of gold.

Jude

The charming and ardently passionate union organizer who believes change starts with courage.

about ME

A labor lawyer turned writer, telling stories where work, love, and power collide. I write for anyone who has ever fought to be seen, valued, or heard, and believe everyday people make the best heroes.

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Actively Querying

Manuscript available now

Agents can request it using the form below.

Aiming for an October 31, 2026 launch.

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✺ Frequently asked questions

What is the status of this book?
Union Yes is a completed manuscript, 90,000 words. It is a standalone novel.

What is the genre and tone?
Union Yes is a contemporary high-heat romance set against the backdrop of a satisfying corporate takedown, a colorful and quirky cast of circus characters, and the vital urgency of union organizing.

What is the hook?
When faced with the choice between debt-ridden idealism and luxurious treachery, Sarah must decide what her future holds in work and in love — and which side she’s on.

Who is the intended audience?
Adult readers who enjoy steamy workplace romances/professional rom-coms, quirky, found-family settings, and tales of union organizing and worker power.

Who are your comps?
For readers of Sally Thorne and Tessa Bailey with an anti-capitalist edge.

Are rights available?
Yes, all rights are available, including film and foreign rights.

Do you have a synopsis or sample chapters?
Please contact me directly for more information.

Has the manuscript been edited?
Yes, it has been through multiple revisions and is in the process of being professionally edited / beta read.

Is there potential for a series?
Yes! The ending is begging for a sequel.

Do you include content notes?
Apart from containing sexually explicit content, no content warnings are necessary.

How soon are materials available?
The full synopsis and sample draft chapters are available immediately upon request. The full manuscript is currently being polished by an editor.