Julia Whelan takes readers behind the scenes of the audiobook world in this story of second acts and second chances that’s full of wit, heart, and humor. " Thank You For Listening is a delight from start to finish. “A compulsively readable story about self-discovery with plenty of laughs and spice along the way.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Mix Julia Whelan’s storytelling ability and smart banter with a cynical romance audiobook narrator who won’t trust a happily ever after and what do you get? Pure magic." - Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here " Thank You for Listening is a fascinating behind-the-scenes peek at the voice actors who bring love stories to life for the rest of us. A must-read for anyone who loves a good love story." - Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of Malibu Rising Julia Whelan has already proven herself to be a singular, wry voice in fiction but with Thank You for Listening, she has something truly special: a story so remarkable and original that only she could write it. "A perfectly intoxicating delight! Thank You for Listening is a witty, clever, and open-hearted love story full of delicious twists on all your favorite romance tropes. If she can learn to risk everything for desires she has long buried, she will discover a world of intimacy and acceptance she never believed would be hers. Soon, she is dreaming again, but secrets are revealed, and the realities of life come crashing down around her once more. But her admiration of the late author, and the opportunity to get her grandmother more help, makes her decision for her.Īs Sewanee begins work on the book, resurrecting her old romance pseudonym, she and Brock forge a real connection, hidden behind the comfort of anonymity. Sewanee doesn’t buy what romance novels are selling-not after her own dreams were tragically cut short-and she stopped narrating them years ago. On her return home, Sewanee discovers one of the world’s most beloved romance novelists wanted her to perform her last book-with Brock McNight, the industry’s hottest, most secretive voice. When she arrives in Las Vegas last-minute for a book convention, Sewanee unexpectedly spends a whirlwind night with a charming stranger. She’s found success and satisfaction from the inside of a sound booth and it allows her to care for her beloved, ailing grandmother. From the author of My Oxford Year, Julia Whelan’s uplifting novel tells the story of a former actress turned successful audiobook narrator-who has lost sight of her dreams after a tragic accident-and her journey of self-discovery, love, and acceptance when she agrees to narrate one last romance novel.įor Sewanee Chester, being an audiobook narrator is a long way from her old dreams, but the days of being a star on film sets are long behind her.
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