Release Day – THE COOKIE JAR

09
Oct
2025

The Nicest Thing Release Day!

categories: cover love, doing what you love, New Adult, O'Brien Brothers, Release Day, Romance, self-publishing, Southern U O'Brien Brothers, The Nicest Thing

It’s finally here, yay!!!

Happy Release Day to The Nicest Thing!

Rose & Finn are out in the world!

I loved writing their story; the journey from best friends-to-lovers was *sigh* so swoonworthy and satisfiying. Rose had it so bad for Finn lol! And where she fights her feelings, he is 100% about her. I love how much Rose loves her people–Grandma Rose, her cousins, friends, Finn, Finn, Finn <3. And I love how Finn loves her, flaws and all. He and Rose were always endgame, and he knows that and all the sweet ways he tries to show Rose his feelings, his confession *oh my heart*, the grand gesture! Finn O’Brien really is magic, and I can’t wait for readers to meet him.

I hope you love these two as much as I do.

If you love new adult college sports romance, best friends-to-lovers, marriage of convenience, fake relationship, plus-size FMC x jock-nerd hot MMC, age gap, SO much chemistry, laugh-out-loud banter, and he falls first, I hope you’ll check out The Nicest Thing!

***This is a new adult sports romance intended for readers 18+.***

Sidenote: This book is sweet & spicy. Some might call it low to mild heat level–but I think it’s just the right amount of spice! And swoon. And true love. And oh, I just hope you’ll give it a chance.

Book 5 in the Southern U O’Brien Brothers series!

Still can’t believe I have a complete series, yay!!!

I hope The Nicest Thing brightens your day and brings you happiness!

And if you read, I’d be so grateful for a review!

If you’re a fellow indie romance author, I hope you enjoy seeing Rose’s journey, the good, the bad, and the hilarious lol! I hope Rose & Finn both encourage you to step out of your comfort zone, go for your dreams, and find your endgame <3.

Hugs to you, and I hope you’re doing well!

Once more with feeling: Happy Release Day to The Nicest Thing!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

15
May
2025

INTROVERT Release Day!

categories: doing what you love, Introvert, Release Day, Romance, self-publishing, YA

It’s here, yay!!!

Happy Release Day to INTROVERT!

Aurora & Felix are out in the world! Woohoo!

I’m so excited–and so very nervous lol! This book was so much fun to write. I loved being on this journey with Aurora, the shy Kent cousin. Watching her step out of her comfort zone, being there as she conquered her fears, chased her dreams, and fell hard for Felix, I loved it all! And Felix Cordova <3. I can’t wait for readers to meet this mysterious, cocky, gorgeous, sometimes broody rockstar. He has such a wonderful heart–and he shows his love for Aurora in so many ways. I loved their romance. All the real moments. Being on the road with the band. The music. The grand gesture *sigh*.

I just love this book.

If you love YA romance with fake dating, opposites attract, road trip vibes, forced proximity, he falls first, mental health rep, soul-stirring kisses, LOL moments, a shy heroine and a rockstar hero, I hope you’ll check it out!

I truly hope INTROVERT warms your heart, lifts your spirits, and is a breath of fresh air for you!

I hope Aurora & Felix find their way into your heart.

As always, if you read, I’d be so grateful for a review!

If you’re a fellow introvert (with a side of anxiety issues), I hope seeing Aurora go after her dreams encourages you to follow your yellow brick road <3.

I hope you’re doing well and having a wonderful week so far!

Once more with feeling: Happy Release Day to INTROVERT!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

25
Apr
2024

SWEETHEART Release Day!

categories: doing what you love, Release Day, Romance, self-publishing, Sweetheart, YA

It’s here, it’s here, it’s finally here!!!

Happy Release Day to SWEETHEART!

Scarlett & Sam’s story is out in the wild! Yayyy!!! Oh, I’m feeling all the things. I’m so excited to share SWEETHEART with the world because I love it SO much! So nervous (as always). And yet, determined to try and put the book out there anyway (which makes me think of Scarlett <3).

I can’t even tell you my favorite part–I loved everything! Scarlett’s hilarious thoughts (that she sometimes spoke out loud ha!), the Sam Bishop’s flirtatious/funny/confident/kind nature, how every time they kissed it was fire, how the chemistry was undeniable, the kissing lessons, the opening scene/chapters! The Kent cousins!!!! Character crossovers including what is now one of my all-time favorites (which also has some of my all-time favorite characters ;))! Sadie & Colton <333! The twins, Betty & Bennet! Betty senior! Just…everything.

If you love YA romance, fake dating, forced proximity, lists, kissing lessons, jock x good girl, LOL banter, and friends-to-lovers, I hope you’ll love SWEETHEART!

Oh, I hope you’ll give Scarlett & Sam a chance!

And if you do, I’d be so very thankful for a review! <3

Good luck, little book! I hope you give everyone who reads you all the heart sparkles :).

All my love, virtual cookies, and good juju to you my awesome readers!

Once more with feeling: Happy Release Day to SWEETHEART!!!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

28
Sep
2023

The Total Knockout Release Day!

categories: cover love, doing what you love, NA, New Adult, O'Brien Brothers, Release Day, Romance, self-publishing, Southern U O'Brien Brothers, The Total Knockout

It’s here, it’s here, it’s finally here!!!

Happy Release Day to The Total Knockout!

Maisie & Dex. Dex & Maisie. Team Daisie is here, and I’m so excited! <3

I can’t believe their story is actually out in the wild. I love them so much. Dex’s sarcasm, his cockiness, his strength and vulnerabilities, the loyalty he has for his family (had so much fun writing the O’Brien family scenes!) and the people he loves. Maisie’s fierceness, her sass, her tough exterior and soft heart, the loyalty she has for her sister (sidenote: I love Lola!) and the people she loves. They’re both scarred, imperfect, and wonderful. I loved writing their story and watching them fall in love so naturally, so deeply.

I truly hope this story brings so much love and laughter.

I love Dex & Maisie, and I hope readers will too. The Total Knockout is an enemies-to-lovers, opposites attract romance with a scarred hero & heroine, flirty banter, tons of swoon, LOL-moments, and O’Brien goodness! 😀 ***It is also a new adult sports romance intended for readers 18+.***

Sidenote: This book is sweet & spicy. Some might call it low to mild heat level–but I think it’s just the right amount of spice! And swoon. And true love. And oh, I just hope you’ll give it a chance.

This is book 4 in the Southern U O’Brien Brothers series!

There are now 4 (standalone) O’Brien Brothers books!

Hip, hip, hooray!!!

One more time: Happy Release Day to The Total Knockout!!!

I hope you’ll check it out (and that you fall in love with Team Daisie <3)!

Hope you are well!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

20
Apr
2023

BOOKWORM Release Day!

categories: Bookworm, doing what you love, Release Day, Romance, self-publishing, YA

Yay, yay, yay! It’s finally here!!!

Happy Release Day to BOOKWORM!

I can’t believe Charlotte & Bo’s story is out in the world! They’ve been living in my head and on my computer screen–and now, they’re finally here! I’m crossing my fingers and toes in hopes that people will love this little YA romance. My mom keeps telling me how funny it is (which I appreciate more than she can possibly know!), so hopefully the book will make someone laugh, give a bit of an escape, and just put some love into the world.

The swoony bits were my favorite parts to write. <3

I love how Bo felt so much beneath all the frowns and iciness. I love how Charlotte was determined to choose happiness. My other favorite parts were: the banter, Mrs. Lee, Scarlett, the friendships, character crossovers, library scenes, and of course, Lottie’s love of books.

I hope readers will give this book a chance.

If you love YA romance, grumpy x sunshine, fake dating, opposites attract, library kisses, LOL moments, a bookish heroine and a broody hero, I hope you’ll check out BOOKWORM!

I hope you love it!

And if you do, I’d be so, so thankful if you’d leave a review! <3

Love and hugs to you! I hope you have a wonderful day, and one more time:

Happy Release Day BOOKWORM!!!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

08
Sep
2022

The Sweetest Game Release Day!

categories: cover love, doing what you love, NA, New Adult, O'Brien Brothers, Release Day, Romance, self-publishing, The Sweetest Game

Ahhh, I can’t believe it’s finally here!!!

Happy Release Day to The Sweetest Game!

This book, you guys! Oh, I love it so much! June & Baylor’s story is one that I hope touches readers’ hearts. The swoon factor is at like 1000 lol–but seriously, Baylor is just…wonderful. Some of the things he does and thinks are just so romantic. June is my girl (well, she’s Baylor’s, but she’s mine too :)). I love her. I love how she’s so herself, how she knows what (and who) she wants, how she pines and loves Baylor, her best friend’s brother. And I love how Baylor loves her back–even though she’s supposed to be off limits. <3

I’m probably not doing this right. As I write this, I’m going on very little sleep ha. But I love this book!

I love June & Baylor, and oh, I hope readers will too. The Sweetest Game is a friends-to-lovers fake romance with plenty of pining, swoon, LOL-moments, and O’Brien goodness! 😀 ***It is also a new adult sports romance intended for readers 18+.***

My debut novel was about a fake relationship between best friends. I feel like this is my return to friends-to-lovers, and I so loved writing it along with the fake romance aspect.

Sidenote: This book is sweet & spicy. I think it’s a little steamier than my other books; some might call it low to mild heat level–but I think it’s just the right amount of spice! And swoon. And true love. And oh, I just hope you’ll give it a chance.

This is book 3 in the Southern U O’Brien Brothers series!

I have 3 books (standalones) all in a series!

Yay, yay, yay!!!

One more time: Happy Release Day to The Sweetest Game!!!

I hope you’ll check it out (and that you fall in love with June & Baylor’s story <3)!

Hope you are well!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

28
Apr
2022

FAUXMANCE Release Day!

categories: cover love, doing what you love, Fauxmance, Release Day, Romance, self-publishing, YA

It’s here, it’s here, it’s finally here!!!

Happy FAUXMANCE Release Day!

Ahhh, I can’t believe it’s here! Book baby #10 is out in the wild! Oh, I’m so excited and feeling all the feels! Magnolia & Hayden’s story is one I love so much! It’s my first story with an elevator scene (loved writing that part <3). I hope readers laugh, sigh, and swoon. I hope people will give this little YA romance a chance and that they fall in love with Hayden *sigh*. I hope they love Maggie, too–and Izzy, Constance, Maggie’s mom and sister, the guys in Hayden’s band, the bridesmaids.

Like I said, my feelings are all over the place lol. When I first started this journey, I never thought I’d be able to write 10 books. I’m so slow; self-doubt tries to stop me every. single. time. There are so many reasons why this shouldn’t have been possible. But I’m so glad I got to #10 (even if one of those is a novella ha!) because if I hadn’t I’d never have written this book.

And Magnolia & Hayden’s story is in my heart.

I hope FAUXMANCE will make its way into readers’ hearts as well.

If you love YA romance, fake relationships, opposites attract, hopeless romantics who love weddings, cynical musicians who love their grandmother, elevators, weddings, and laugh-out-loud moments, I hope you’ll check it out!

Again: FAUXMANCE is available now!

Good luck, little book! May the Force be with you, may the odds be ever in your favor, and may you bring light and love to anyone who reads your pages!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

23
Nov
2021

5 Things: I’m Thankful For

categories: 5 Things, audiobook, Cupcake, giveaway, Happy Holidays, Release Day, Romance, YA

Hi everyone!

It’s been a while since I’ve done a “5 Things” post. I love these for several reasons: first, lists rock; second, they help me focus; third, I ramble sometimes (like now), but when you limit yourself to five, there’s only so much rambling that can happen lol.

So, just in time for Thanksgiving, here is my list of “5 Things: I’m Thankful For.”

Family. I usually save this one for last because I think it’s the most important. Today and always in my mind, it’s #1. I don’t have a large family, but the one I have is amazing. I love them so much. I’m so very thankful for their love, support, and friendship.
Good health. People (myself included) sometimes take it for granted. But I’m so grateful for my health and that of those I love. Good health is something I wish for everyone. When I say “I hope you’re doing well,” I really mean it. A couple days ago, I got my booster vaccine, and though shots make me nervous, I am so thankful. I want to protect other people from getting sick. I pray and hope we can get out of this pandemic. Oh, I hope, I hope, I hope.
Taylor Swift & Traveling Videos. Okay, so this one is a little different lol. I’ve been struggling, and I found some solace in Taylor Swift’s music (particularly the song “Evermore” which spoke to me on a very deep level during the crappy time) and short video reels of Edinburgh, Scotland, and Paris set to somber, moody music. It’s the little things ha.
Dogs, Books & Movies. Because they truly make life, the world, and the bad days better.
My readers. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: My readers are the best. Truly. The. Best. During my low times, they lift me up. They send the kindest messages of encouragement. They give my books and characters so much love. Just knowing anyone reads my books is still such a surprise–a very nice, unexpected, amazing surprise. My readers are wonderful, and I am so thankful for each and every one of them <3.

And those are my 5 Things!

To say thank you and because the CUPCAKE audiobook comes out today, yayyy, I’ve included a link to a giveaway below! The are 5 copies, so there will be 5 winners! You can enter here!

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Good luck, everyone!

Happy CUPCAKE Audiobook Release Day!!!

I hope you’re all well, and I hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

02
Nov
2021

CUPCAKE Release Day!

categories: cover love, Cupcake, doing what you love, Entangled Publishing, Release Day, Romance, YA

Happy CUPCAKE Release Day!!!

I still can’t believe Ariel & Rhys’s story is actually going to be out there, yayyy! Book Baby #9! CUPCAKE is out in the wild! I hope readers love it and that it makes them smile! Most of all I hope it reminds people to love themselves and to be kind and that happily-ever-after comes in all shapes and sizes! <3

Again: Happy Release Day CUPCAKE!!!

I hope you’re well and having an awesome November so far! And if you check out CUPCAKE, I hope you enjoy it!

Happy reading,

Cookie O’Gorman

31
Aug
2021

WALLFLOWER Audiobook Release Day!

categories: audiobook, cover love, doing what you love, Release Day, Romance, Wallflower, YA

It’s here, you guys!!!

Viola & Dare’s story is now available in audiobook! Woohoo!!!

Ah, they used the original cover (created by Stephanie Mooney), and I’m so glad because I love it! The narrator, Stephanie Einstein, captured Viola’s voice right from the beginning <3. The sample I heard was so wonderful! Can’t wait to listen to the rest!!!

Also thought the 2 Stephanie’s must be a good sign lol!

So, so excited! This is my first audiobook in a while, and I love this story so much!

Truly.

In addition to the ebook and paperback, I hope this new format will help more readers find Viola & Dare! Eep! This book is so dear to me. And it’s out there, you guys!

That’s an awesome feeling.

In other news, this coming month is going to be busy. I organize a charity event in September that is for a very important cause, and I’m praying and doing all I can to make sure it goes well. Please cross your fingers for me, you guys. I’m also writing a book for Entangled that needs to be turned in by Oct. 1st. My WIP will be taking a lot of my energy/focus. I love it, but honestly, I’ve been having trouble writing since July. Several reasons for this *sigh*. I also have a dance teaching opportunity coming up, which I’m very excited about. And then there’s the co-authored project I’m working on.

Category: Release Day