Books by Keris Stainton

‘I absolutely loved this book! I was laughing out loud at certain scenes and when I tried to go to bed I ended up giggling myself into a fit thinking about them. Absolutely amazing... A delightful, HILARIOUS book.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsCat’s life has hit a brick wall. Since her ex ditched her without ceremony five years ago she’s quit stand-up comedy, landed in a steady but dull job, and lives in a tiny flat with roommates she knows only as The One Who Eats All My Food and The One Who Has Really Loud Sex.So when she bumps into old friend Harvey and sparks fly, Cat is surprised – and horrified, because Harvey is her ex’s brother, and so absolutely, 100% off-limits romantically. Even if his dimples do make her insides fizz...When she’s offered a new job abroad, Cat is tempted to accept – and leave her depressing flat and mess of a love life behind her. But will running away from her problems really solve them?A hilarious rom com about falling in love, falling out of love, and finding out who you really are. Fans of Jenny Colgan, Marian Keyes and Mhairi McFarlane will love Keris Stainton!Read what everyone is saying about The One Who's Not the One:‘A fabulous feel-good read... This book had me in tears, both happy and sad ones in equal doses! It had me hooked from the first page and it certainly had me laughing out loud unashamedly!’ Stardust Book Reviews‘I absolutely adored this book from start to finish. All the characters were so lovable and the story was lovely and totally laugh-out-loud funny... I love funny and heartwarming love stories so this ticked all my boxes.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars‘I couldn’t put it down. It’s funny, engaging and thoroughly relatable. I really enjoyed it. It’s got some genuinely laugh-out-loud moments while being full of real heart as well. Loved it!’ Bibliophile Book Club.Over 34,000 copies soldKeris lives in Lancashire with her husband and two sons. She’s written a bunch of books for young adults and children, and is obsessed with Twitter, tea, and 1D.

When Piper James unexpectedly gets a message from her insanely hot teenage crush Rob Kingsford, inviting her to their school reunion, her heart flips. She hasn’t seen Rob in eight years – and he’s always been the one that got away.Older (but not wiser), fatter (but much happier), and still definitely crushing on Rob, Piper’s about to come face-to-face with the very best of old friends and the very worst of old frenemies. Add in enough G&Ts and a few too many Cosmos, and there are all the ingredients for a real night to remember...Could it be second-time lucky for Piper and Rob, or will she have her heartbroken all over again?A hilarious and uplifting story about facing your fears and being true to who you are – perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Sophie Kinsella and Sophie Ranald.Read what everyone is saying about The One That Got Away:‘Oh my gosh it was brilliant! I laughed, I got choked up, my emotions were all over the place and by the end, I was uplifted into believing I could do anything... I loved everything about this book.’ Katie’s Book Cave, 5 stars‘I adored the story from start to finish! Rob was completely and utterly gorgeous and I literally swooned every time he appeared on the page... Had me laughing one minute and then crying the next!... Had me hooked... A fantastic and uplifting read which I would heartily recommend!’ Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars‘I am now completely head over heels in love with this book and the characters. I think Piper may be my new favourite character ever (sorry Hermione Granger)... Funny, heart-warming, emotional all at once... Just perfect!’ Vicki in Neverland, 5 stars.Over 24,000 copies soldKeris lives in Lancashire with her husband and two sons. She’s written a bunch of books for young adults and children and is obsessed with Twitter and tea.

‘Utterly addictive. I LOVE it!’ Colleen Coleman, bestselling author of Don’t Stop Me Now.Twenty-five-year-old Bea is a hopeless romantic with a hopeless love life – until now. New beau Dan ticks all the boxes: he’s good-looking, kind and thoughtful. The complete opposite of Bea’s ex, who once threw her out in the middle of the night when she was ill so she didn’t disrupt his sleep.So when her friends point out that she and Dan don’t have fireworks, Bea ignores them. Dan is the whole package. And yet Bea can’t stop comparing him to her best friend Henry... Because Dan doesn’t get Bea’s jokes. Or like books. Or make her laugh until she can’t breathe. Or become speechless when Bea puts on her favourite black dress for a night out.As time goes on, Bea can’t shift the feeling that something just isn’t right. On paper Dan is the perfect man. But in reality... Will Bea be brave enough to ask for more from life – and get the fireworks she deserves?A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy for fans of Giovanna Fletcher, Poppy Dolan, and Mhairi McFarlane.Read what everyone is saying about It Had to Be You:‘Utterly charming and adorable, top quality romantic comedy, simply joyous.’ Rowan Coleman, author of The Summer of Impossible Things‘A five-star read that you have to have... Laugh-out-loud funny... I loved this book and would recommend it to anyone... Funny and amazing.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars‘A great, funny, feel-good read... Would definitely recommend this one!’ Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars.Over 22,000 copies soldKeris lives in Lancashire with her husband and two sons. She’s written a bunch of books for young adults and children, and is obsessed with Twitter, tea, and 1D.

A hilarious romcom about falling in love, falling out of love, and finding out who you really are.Cat's life has hit a brick wall. Since her ex ditched her without ceremony five years ago she's quit stand-up comedy, landed in a steady but dull job, and lives in a tiny flat with roommates she knows only as The One Who Eats All My Food and The One Who Has Really Loud Sex.So when she bumps into old friend Harvey and sparks fly, Cat is surprised - and horrified, because Harvey is her ex's brother, and so absolutely, 100% off-limits romantically. Even if his dimples do make her insides fizz…When she's offered a new job abroad, Cat is tempted to accept - and leave her depressing flat and mess of a love life behind her. But will running away from her problems really solve them?Fans of Jenny Colgan, Marian Keyes and Mhairi McFarlane will love Keris Stainton! Read what everyone is saying about Keris Stainton:'Utterly addictive. I LOVE it!' Colleen Coleman, bestselling author of Don't Stop Me Now'Utterly charming and adorable, top quality romantic comedy, simply joyous.' Rowan Coleman, author of The Summer of Impossible Things'A wonderful, feel-good book. I loved it… I couldn't put it down… A very enjoyable read!… Will have you laughing out loud… Definitely one to look out for.' Goodreads reviewer'Best Romcom of 2017.' Well Read Pirate Queen'Laugh-out-loud funny… I loved this book… Funny and amazing.' Goodreads reviewer'Eye-wateringly funny… Romance fun at its greatest. Fabulous.' Goodreads reviewer'Love, love, love. Keris's rom-coms are my happy place… Sweet and warm-hearted.' LGBT YA Reviewer'A great, funny, feel-good read… Would definitely recommend this one!' Stardust Book Reviews 'Laugh-out-loud funny… I was rooting for all of the characters.' Goodreads reviewer'I read it in one sitting… I nearly died from laughter.' Goodreads reviewer'Totally LOVABLE characters!' Goodreads reviewer'Exactly what I needed!… Hilarious! If you are looking for a refreshing story this is perfect for you!' Read More Sleep Less'I smiled from ear to ear… Joyous book.' Wit and Wonder Books

Utterly addictive. I LOVE it! Colleen Coleman, bestselling author of Dont Stop Me NowTwenty-five-year-old Bea is a hopeless romantic with a hopeless love life until now. New beau Dan ticks all the boxes: hes good-looking, kind and thoughtful. The complete opposite of Beas ex, who once threw her out in the middle of the night when she was ill so she didnt disrupt his sleep.So when her friends point out that she and Dan dont have fireworks, Bea ignores them. Dan is the whole package. And yet Bea cant stop comparing him to her best friend Henry Because Dan doesnt get Beas jokes. Or like books. Or make her laugh until she cant breathe. Or become speechless when Bea puts on her favourite black dress for a night out As time goes on, Bea cant shift the feeling that something just isnt right. On paper Dan is the perfect man. But in reality Will Bea be brave enough to ask for more from life and get the fireworks she deserves?A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy for fans of Giovanna Fletcher, Cate Woods, andMhairi McFarlane.Read what everyone is saying about It Had to Be You:Utterly charming and adorable, top quality romantic comedy, simply joyous. Rowan Coleman, author of The Summer of Impossible ThingsA wonderful, feel-good book. I loved it I couldnt put it down A very enjoyable read! Will have you laughing out loud Definitely one to look out for. Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsBest Romcom of 2017. Well Read Pirate Queen, 5 starsA five-star read that you have to have Laugh-out-loud funny I loved this book and would recommend it to anyone Funny and amazing. Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsEye-wateringly funny Romance fun at its greatest. Fabulous. Goodreads reviewer, 4 starsLove, love, love. Keriss rom-coms are my happy place Sweet and warm-hearted. LGBT YA Reviewer, 5 starsA great, funny, feel-good read Would definitely recommend this one! Stardust Book Reviews, 5 starsI loved this book Highly recommend. Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsLaugh-out-loud funny I was rooting for all of the characters. Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsI read it in one sitting I nearly died from laughter. Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsGreat cover Cracking book Totally LOVABLE characters! Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsExactly what I needed! Hilarious! If you are looking for a refreshing story this is perfect for you! Read More Sleep Less, 4 starsI smiled from ear to ear Joyous book

One of the funniest books I've ever read. It made me cry with laughter. I highly, highly recommend it to anyone looking for a complete gigglefest of a read! Kirsty GreenwoodIzzy Harris should have it all but her boyfriend has been ignoring her for months, shes been overlooked for a promotion, and the owner of her local coffee shop pervs on her every time she has a craving for a salted caramel muffin.Then an unexpected turn of events gives her the boost she needed.Suddenly Izzy has the confidence to do all the things shes never dared: dump her oblivious boyfriend, turn the tables on catcallers, and put herself forward for a big pitch at work. Having to work closely with gorgeous colleague Alex is just an added perkBut then her best friend has her heart broken, the pitch is way more complicated than expected, and Alex is keeping secrets. Does Izzy have what it takes to help her friend, save her careerand get the guy?A funny, feel-good read about finding yourself and love when you least expect it, for fans of The List, Just Havent Met You Yet, andHot Mess.Read what everyone is saying about If You Could See Me Now:I LOVED THIS BOOK A really beautiful and funny story about loving yourself A fun, humorous and insightful book about friendship, loving yourself and finding love. Librarian, 5 starsWOW! I started and finished If You Could See Me Now last night. I actually couldn't put it down! Proper laughed out loud! Vikbat, 4 starsI absolutely LOVED this book! The storyline is so unique and incredibly refreshing Filled to the brim with such fantastic and snort-worthy humour I felt as though I was on cloud nine. This book is a genius Fun, flirty, and effing fabulous.. I absolutely-totally-completely-bloody LOVE IT! The Writing Garnet, 5 starsA proper laugh out loud, amusing read Every page is filled with funny moments that literally made me howl I highly recommend this book. Goodreads reviewer, 4 starsThis book was hilarious The expressions and descriptions were on point and there were some one liners that had me tearing up with laughter. Abigail Osborne, 4 starsI finished reading If You Could See Me Now today and I want more! Please! Funny, sexy, feminist, fabulous. Claire AllanSuch an enjoyable, funny and light-hearted read that I couldnt help but tear through it in a couple of days! A perfect weekend read! A journey of self-discovery for Izzy and, to be honest, one for us all! Stardust Book Reviews, 5 starsIf You Could See Me Now is Keris Stainton's first adult novel, but it reads like she's an expert in the genre If You Could See Me Now strikes a great balance between serious issues and a laugh-out-loud story that keeps you wanting more. Keris is a wonderful writer. You should definitely get hold of this book! Charlotte, Somewhere, 5 starsAn absolutely fun read..

This book club only reads wine labels - the laugh-out-loud novel from ebook bestseller Keris Stainton

'Keris is one of my favourite YA authors' Sophia Bennett, author of LOVE SONGGemma, Lou, Issey, Liane and Paige are determined to make the most of this second year at uni. it's about found families, finding yourself, and falling in love with people you never expected to fall in love with.

When a town's Christmas wishes get mixed-up, can one little girl and her dog put them right?The little town of Pinewood can't wait for Christmas this year. Lily, James and Bug must work out which wish belongs to who, and sort everything out before Christmas Eve - otherwise no one will get what they want for Christmas.