The Has-Been and the Hot Mess

The Has-Been and the Hot Mess
Author: Isabel Jordan
Publisher: Isabel Jordan
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2020-11-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

She’s supposed to resurrect his image. Falling for him would be bad, right? Asking for a friend… Kendall Quinn is a PR goddess. Meanwhile, her love life is a complete mess. So, when her latest romantic disaster leaves her jobless and homeless, it’s time to take drastic measures. The mission? Drag grumpy, former rockstar Jackson Hale kicking and screaming back into the limelight. The job will be easy. But can she keep her hands off her new client? Seems unlikely. Because as it turns out, he’s actually a nice guy. The fact that he runs a dog rescue in his spare time is just yummy, hot icing on the sweet, sexy, impossible-to-resist cinnamon roll. And did she mention he was also her teenage crush? Yeah…awkward. Good thing her decidedly unprofessional, messy feelings for Jackson are one-sided. Except…they aren’t. So, is it even possible for a certified hot mess and a ridiculously hot has-been to make beautiful music together? Guess there’s only one way to find out… The Has-Been and the Hot Mess, book 1 in the Hot Has-Beens series, is a light, hilarious, contemporary romantic comedy (told in 3rd person, dual point of view) that can be read as a standalone. It features a snarky, down-on-her-luck heroine and the grumpy, reclusive, nice guy former rockstar of her dreams. Happily ever after guaranteed--along with plenty of witty banter, casual cussing, sexy times, and pop culture references. Happy reading! Contemporary romance, rock star romance, rockstar romance, rom com, romantic comedy, silly rom com, zany rom com, wacky rom com, wedding romance, roadtrip romance, funny contemporary romance, snarky, adult romance, quirky heroine, smart heroine, sexy romance, spicy romance, steamy romance, popular romance, romance books, romance ebooks, romance novels, best selling romance books, must read contemporary romance novels, as seen on tiktok, booktok, fun steamy romance, sweet but spicy, heartwarming romance, beach reads, women’s fiction, romantic women’s fiction, nerdy heroine, witty banter, cinnamon roll hero

Hot Mess

Hot Mess
Author: Lucy Vine
Publisher: Orion
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2017-05-23
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 140917221X

The eBook Number One bestseller The hottest book of the summer. A sassy, laugh out loud beach read everyone is talking about ***** Hot Mess [n.] - someone attractive, who is often in disarray. Have you ever shown up to Sunday brunch still smelling of Saturday night? Chosen bed, Netflix and pizza over human contact? Stayed in your mould-ridden flat because it's cheap? Meet your spirit animal, Ellie Knight. Her life isn't turning out exactly as she planned. She hates her job, her friends are coupling up and settling down, and her flatmates are just plain weird. Some people might say she's a hot mess but who really has their sh*t together anyway? For fans of Fleabag and Girls, this is a fresh and funny coming-of-age story with a single-girl heroine that will speak to millennials everywhere. ***** 'The laugh-out-loud literary equivalent of Trainwreck-meets-Fleabag' Glamour 'A breath of fresh air, deftly subverting some of chick lit's biggest clichés' Stylist 'More lifestyle-affirming than Bridget Jones' Sarah Knight, author of The Life Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck 'If you love dirty jokes, dating horror stories and hilarious dialogue, this book is for you' Emma Gannon, author and podcast host of Ctrl Alt Delete 'I laughed and sighed with recognition as I turned every page' Daisy Buchanan, author of How To Be a Grown-Up

Hot Mess

Hot Mess
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 213
Release: 2018-08-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A swoon-worthy romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! One night, a surprise baby. I’m playing for keeps. Ward Susannah is the only woman who’s ever tested my control. Fighting fires is my life, but I can’t put out the fire between us. I tell myself I can keep my distance, tell myself it’s nothing more than a little fun. She fills every corner of my thoughts, kicks my control to the curb. Still, I have this. I can handle her. Then I find out she’s pregnant—with our baby. All bets are off. I’ll do anything to make her mine. Susannah One night. Four years ago. We nearly set each other on fire, but I never thought I’d see Ward again. Then he comes walking back into my world—the epitome of tall, dark & dangerous. I can’t take the heat. We take another chance, thinking we can burn this fire to ashes. But that’s only the beginning. It’s a mess—he’s my boss and now… He’s about to be a father. Keywords: Ward & Susannah's story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, hotshot firefighters, alpha heroes, smart sassy heroines, surprise pregnancy, second chances, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of swoon, and a deeply protective broody hero. *A full-length standalone romance.

Hot Mess

Hot Mess
Author: Emily Belden
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2018-03-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1488027889

“[E]very bit as juicy as the dishes it describes.” —SPLASH Twentysomething Allie Simon is used to playing by the rules—until Chicago’s most sought-after, up-and-coming culinary genius, Benji Zane, walks into her world and pulls her into his. The only thing more renowned than Benji’s mouthwatering masterpieces and equally luscious good looks? His struggle with addiction and his reckless tendency to live life on the edge, no matter the havoc he wreaks along the way. But loving someone means supporting him no matter what, or so Allie tells herself. That’s why, when Benji’s offered the chance to light up foodie hot spot Randolph Street with a high-profile new restaurant, Allie takes the ultimate risk and invests her life savings in his dream. Then one day Benji disappears, relapsing to a place where Allie can’t reach him. Left with nothing but a massive withdrawal slip and a restaurant that absolutely must open in a matter of weeks, Allie finds herself thrust into a world of luxury and greed, cutthroat business and sensory delight. Lost in the mess of it all, she can either crumble completely or fight like hell for the life she wants and the love she deserves. With razor-sharp wit and searing insight, Emily Belden serves up a deliciously dishy look behind the kitchen doors of a hot foodie town, perfect for fans of Sweetbitter and The Devil Wears Prada.

Holy Hot Mess

Holy Hot Mess
Author: Mary Katherine Backstrom
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2021-08-03
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1546015507

In this National Bestseller, Mary Katherine Backstrom shares heartbreaking and hilarious stories of how God uses each "mess" in our lives to bring us closer to Him. She shows us that it's okay to celebrate exactly where we are right now—holy, hot mess and all. A lot of people struggle with the concept of being holy. But the fact is, even the hottest of messes are being shaped—right now—into Jesus' likeness. In this book, Mary Katherine shares the sometimes-hidden evidence of God's work in her life and shows you that it's okay to embrace the hot messes. Mary Katherine will share both hilarious and vulnerable stories about faith, friendships, motherhood, marriage, and depression. She will cover the topics that plague our hearts every day with raw, honest truth and a side of laughter. Mary Katherine invites you into her story as a friend, encouraging you to embrace the hot messes in your life. Because we are all a work in progress, and as long as we are alive, we are under construction—and construction sites tend to be messy.

How Not to Be a Hot Mess

How Not to Be a Hot Mess
Author: nico hase
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2023-09-12
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1645471993

The dumpster fire of life rages on, but you got this. Practice six rules to keep you grounded, weather the storm, and actually be a decent person. It may seem like the world is going to hell in a hand basket right now. Whether it's big stuff like politics and climate change, or just the daily spin of paying your bills, getting to work on time, and fending off social media trolls, we can all admit, modern life ain't easy. Here are six really good guiding principles, inspired from the ancient wisdom of Buddhism and mindfulness practice, to keep you anchored and steady amidst the chaos.

The Hot Mess and the Heartthrob

The Hot Mess and the Heartthrob
Author: Pippa Grant
Publisher:
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2021-01-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9781940517902

You don't know me, but you do know me. I'm your neighborhood hot mess single mom, doing my best to keep my head above water while running my little slice of heaven and keeping my youngest from shoving marbles up his nose, which is exactly what he's doing the first time Levi Wilson, pop star god, world's sexiest man, and my all-time number one celebrity obsession, walks into my bookstore. Related: I'm writing this from beyond the grave, because I've died of mortification and am now residing in an alternate universe. I have to be. Because Levi Wilson came back. And we had a moment. Like, a moment moment. The kind that makes me remember that adult pleasure isn't all about hoping the lock holds in the bathroom so your kids don't interrupt on the rare occasion you feel like taking an extra-long mommy-time shower. So when he proposes a no-strings fling? Count. Me. In. Thrill of a lifetime, right? Surely, nothing will go wrong... The Hot Mess and the Heartthrob is a rockin' fun, sexy romantic comedy featuring a celebrity panty-melter who doesn't know what he's been missing, a sassy single mom hanging on by a string, three adorable children who would never burst in on a woman when she's on a toilet (ha!), and shameless ovary-busting moments between a guy who never thought he'd be a dad and a family who thought they got along just fine without him. It stands alone and comes complete with a happily-ever-after.

Tales from a Financial Hot Mess

Tales from a Financial Hot Mess
Author: Frances Cook
Publisher: Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2019-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 014377381X

Are you stymied by debt? Clueless about where your paychecks go? Journalist, podcaster and reformed money mess Frances Cook is here for you. Tales from a Financial Hot Mess is the story of Frances getting her money sh*t sorted. With no idea where she was going wrong and what to do about it, she took it upon herself to learn from the best – and soon found out that the fixes were right in front of her the whole time. (She just needed to wise up a bit.) Frances learned the hard way so you don’t have to. Dishing up a brilliant, often hilarious personal narrative, proven financial advice, handy how-tos (and please-don’ts) and many expert insights (from 22 actual experts), this book will guide you along the rocky path to financial freedom – however that might look for you. Tales from a Financial Hot Mess is the real deal – not another bulleted, tabled, graphed lecture from a financial advisor who’s never had issues with money. Read it and enjoy – who knows, you might learn a thing or two. What have you got to lose?

If You're a Drag Queen and You Know It

If You're a Drag Queen and You Know It
Author: Lil Miss Hot Mess
Publisher: Running Press Kids
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2022-05-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0762475323

Strike a pose. Blow a kiss. Mouth the words. A fun, sing-along book with a drag twist that encourage kids to embrace all the playfulness of drag culture written by a founding member of Drag Queen Story Hour. If you’re a drag queen and you know it, let it show by winking, shaking your bum, laughing real big, twirling around, and more! Join a cast of fabulous drag queens as you sing along to the tune of “If You’re Happy and You Know It” in this playful celebration of expressing your brightest and boldest self. A perfect companion to The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish written by a board member of Drag Queen Story Hour.

One Hot Mess

One Hot Mess
Author: Lois Greiman
Publisher: Dell
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2009-03-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0440338298

In southern California it’s raining crime—and psychologist Christina McMullen could use an umbrella. Her clients are crazy, her on-again-off-again relationship with LAPD lieutenant Jack Rivera has just started heating up again, and now Rivera’s womanizing dad has come calling—asking Chrissy to investigate a mysterious death that might haunt his next campaign: for president of the United States. Soon Chrissy is investigating not one “accidental” death, but two—until she stumbles on a trail of bodies littering Senator Rivera’s distinguished career. As she untangles a web of high-stakes lies, Chrissy believes that she’s found the secret to a serial killer’s underground campaign. The killer has a list, a motive, and the perfect disguise—the only question is: who’s next?