Culver City, CA – Alcove Press/Penguin Random House author Noël Stark will be interviewed by New York Times bestselling author Aimee Bender at 6 pm on April 21 at the Village Well Bookstore, 9900 Culver Blvd #1b, Culver City, CA 90232. They will discuss Noel’s book Love, Camera, Action, her debut novel. The event is free.
Love, Camera, Action is a sizzling workplace, enemies-to-lovers romance set against a film and television industry backdrop. It is perfect for fans of noted romance authors Ava Wilder and Tessa Bailey. On April 22, it will be available at online and offline booksellers from Alcove Press through Penguin/Random House.
Noël Stark has worked in almost every film and TV industry position, appearing in Land of the Dead and DeGrassi, writing for Paw Patrol, producing over 200 hours of scripted and unscripted television, and having her film Stronger at both the Sundance and Toronto International Film Festivals. Although Canadian, she lives in Hollywood with her young son, who desperately misses winter. She likes chocolate milk in her coffee and gets most of her real-world intel from her three step-children.
In the book, up-and-coming TV director Cali Daniels lands her big break directing a steamy episode of the popular series, The Demon. All she has to do is deliver an unparalleled show. Unfortunately, butting heads with the effortlessly sexy director of photography, Jory Blair, throws a wrench in her plans. Jory, who has spent years cultivating his career as an A-list cinematographer, finds himself rethinking his life after a recent health scare. He’s craving the director’s spot, but this creative newbie wants to change the look of his show!
As Cali navigates the pressures of her career-defining opportunity, she finds herself constantly challenged by Jory’s traditional approach. Their creative differences ignite sparks, leading to an undeniable chemistry neither can ignore.
The high-stakes environment of the set, combined with Cali’s undeniable attraction to Jory, creates a whirlwind of passion and conflict. As their collaboration deepens, the show’s producer subtly suggests Jory sabotage Cali to achieve his goals, putting their careers and hearts on the line. In this world of bright lights and even brighter ambitions, Cali and Jory must decide if chasing their dream jobs is worth losing the dream of a future together.
Praise for Love, Camera, Action:
- “The romantic tension between the two is palpable.” —Publishers Weekly
- “Love, Camera, Action is hot enough to burn down the set and good enough you’ll read it in one take.” —Katie Kennedy, author of Hearts on Thin Ice
- “A juicy and romantic wild ride . . . Thoroughly enjoyable to read.” —Aimee Bender, author of The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake
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