DEBUT NOVEL

UNION YES

What do you do when the show can’t go on?

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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 what choose to do when everything is on the line.

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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 circus full of talented, hardworking performers who traveled the country sharing their magical gifts with happy audiences.

Every day: The performers and backstage workers did everything they could to rehearse and put on a great show, even though the general manager of the circus was treating them poorly, paying them too little, and didn’t seem to care if they got hurt.

Until one day: A gruesome accident made they circus workers finally decide to unionize. They called in Frank, the roguish head of the union, and Jude, the dreamy and determined organizer, to help them win their union election. They enlisted the help of Sarah, an up-and-coming but overworked labor lawyer, to bring their organizing campaign over the finish line.

Because of that: Sarah found herself living in close quarters with Jude, leading to a fiery romance. As the organizing campaign evolved, it deepened Sarah’s commitment to the workers, to the labor movement, and to a future with Jude. But nobody said it would be easy; Sarah’s ex-boyfriend, Nathan, was working for management, and was hired to make sure the union lost this election.

Because of that: Sarah was forced to reunite with Nathan, who presented her with an irresistible opportunity: to pay off all her debts and make more money than she ever dreamed. The catch? She’d have to go work for the enemy, and betray the values underpinning her career and her possible future with Jude.

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.

Jude

The hardline union organizer and history professor who knows that power concedes nothing without a demand.

Jared

The relentless attorney working for the enemy with an offer Sarah might not be able to refuse.

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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✺ 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, professionally edited, and is in the process of being 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.