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Julie Murphy splits her time between North Texas and Kansas with her husband, who loves her, and her cats, who tolerate her. She is the #1 New York Times bestselling author and coauthor of over twenty books for all ages including Dumplin’ (now a Netflix original film) and the Christmas Notch series cowritten with her best friend, Sierra Simone. When Julie isn’t writing, she’s hunting for the perfect slice of cheese pizza, discovering a new hobby that she will soon discard, and planning her next travel adventure.

“I always get a tingle of anticipation whenever I open a Julie Murphy book: I know it’s going to be full of characters I adore, it’ll have smart and funny banter, and it’ll make me swoon. Julie Murphy always delivers!” — Jasmine Guillory, New York Times bestselling author“This is one addictively swoony book. At this point, I’m convinced Julie Murphy is personally trying to sweep me off my feet!” — Ali Hazelwood, #1 New York Times bestselling author on Student Union“No objections, but I will not hold my peace?Student Union is exactly what I want in a fake marriage plot. Julie Murphy reached into my soul and gave me just what I needed.” — Julie Soto, #1 New York Times bestselling author on Student Union“Come for the bratty rich boy with a good-girl kink, stay for the post-sex midnight grilled cheese. I fell for this messy, horny, delightful book at page one but didn’t realize it was true love until the Joe Pesci strip tease. Now I will never be the same. There’s only one thing left to do? Julie Murphy, will you marry me?” — Ashley Poston, New York Times bestselling author on Student Union“Julie Murphy proves she’s at the top of her class! She aces the assignment, with a story so charming it deserves extra credit.” — Meghan Quinn, New York Times bestselling author on Student Union“With plenty of cheeky charm and a cast of superbly nuanced characters, this brilliantly executed rom-com both cleverly skewers and unabashedly celebrates the appeal of squeaky-clean holiday romances, while also championing body positivity in life and love." — Booklist (starred review) for A Merry Little Meet Cute“Well-developed protagonists with immediate chemistry and witty dialogue balance the emotional story as characters process big life changes and family trauma. Skillful, sympathetic writing weaves the conflict seamlessly into the storyline, creating a novel that will make readers laugh, cry, and cheer. Verdict: This sexy joyful romantic comedy from Murphy and Simone (A Merry Little Meet Cute) is a delightful read.” — Library Journal (starred review) on Holly Jolly Ever After“A holiday rom-com full of quirky and fun characters, witty dialogue, and over-the-top Christmas cheer. An engaging, unputdownable holiday romance that will resonate with readers.” — Library Journal (starred review) on Jingle Bell Mingle“Julie Murphy knows a thing or two about navigating the worlds of girls on the brink of self-discovery.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) on Puddin'“With her signature blend of humor, sensitivity, and panache, Murphy has crafted a sensational narrative that is bursting with life and is anything but a drag….Murphy's best-selling Dumplin' series grows bigger and better with every installment, and this book will quickly rule the YA realm.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) on Pumpkin