Love on the Byline A Plays and Players Novel

Blake Dillon isn’t exactly living the dream. She longs to follow in her grandfather’s footsteps and make a difference in the world as a journalist. Unfortunately, her current job has her paying-off hotel staff for celebrity gossip. Tasked with shadowing a film star for an in-depth profile, Blake sees it as a chance to finally prove her worth. She never expected the interview to reconnect her with her old college crush. Oliver Benjamin agrees to move to Los Angeles to work as the executive assistant to his best friend, a rising star. He hopes it will give him some direction. However, he soon discovers the only difference between being a frat boy and a Hollywood heartthrob is the amount of free stuff and the level of media attention. Ollie spends most of his time putting out fires, leaving little time for anything else. When Blake is sent to chronicle their lives, he finds himself face-to-face with the one that got away. Blake and Ollie are smart enough to recognize the signs—there are enough sparks between them to melt glass—but they agree to put a lid on it until the article is finished. Much easier said than done when they’re forced to spend more time together than apart. There’s more going on than a simple interview, but they’re both professionals. They must resist temptation or risk unraveling both their lives. “Intelligent, witty, exceptionally real, slow burn romance that will stay with you long after you read the last page. Xio has outdone herself with this beautifully written love story.” ~ Audrey Carlan, #1 NYT Bestselling Author “Love on the Byline is an engrossing and romantic story that captures the reader from the start and I highly recommend it!” ~ NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan “Love on the Byline is friends to lovers perfection. I loved Blake and Oliver together—their chemistry is pitch-perfect. This slow-burn romance is hard to put down and the epitome of feel-good, clever romance. Bravo!” ~ Dylan Allen, Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestselling Author of Still the One “I am so IN LOVE with these dynamic, layered characters and with Xio's writing. Ollie is such a compelling hero, and Blake is a badass heroine. I want to hang out with her! The second-chance tension is palpable, and I'm so invested in their romance, their friendships, and their individual journeys.” ~ Helena Hunting, NYT and USA Today Bestselling author of Shattered Truths “Xio Axelrod pens a lush tale filled with second chances, surprising friendships, and pulse-racing poignant romantic moments. You’ll fall in love with Ollie and Blake!” ~ Kwana Jackson, USA Today bestselling author of REAL MEN KNIT “Xio Axelrod writes compelling, emotional stories that keep me engaged to the very last page. Simply put, her books rock!” ~ NYT Bestselling Author, Jennifer Probst “Xio Axelrod consistently delivers the kind of story that will make your heart sing.” ~ USA Today Bestselling author of The Boyfriend Project, Farrah Rochon "Xio Axelrod's writing is like music--sensual, sweet, and utterly powerful. With captivating connections, swoony scenes, and characters so vivid you'll swear they're real, you'll be putting Axelrod's stories on repeat, trust me." ~ USA Today Bestselling Author, Sierra Simone