Better Than The Movies

Better Than The Movies is a bright, contemporary YA romance that follows Liz Buxbaum, a hopeless romantic who believes in true love and is determined to turn her prom-night dreams into reality. Set in a relatable high school world, this rom-com invites teens and fans of feel-good love stories to dive into a journey of friendship, mischief, and self-discovery with a hopeful, humorous tone. Written with warmth and wit, Better Than The Movies follows Liz's escalating schemes to win over her longtime crush, Michael, by enlisting her annoyingly charming next-door neighbor Wes Bennet. The book blends funny banter, believable high-school chaos, and genuine emotion as Liz re-examines what she wants from love and friendship. The narrative moves at a breezy pace, delivering laugh-out-loud moments alongside tender, relatable growth—like a favorite rom-com you can carry in your pocket. Readers will savor witty dialogue, memorable moments—from plotting the perfect prom night to navigating years of neighborly pranks—and a journey that shows love often arrives when you stop chasing it and start discovering more about yourself. Irresistible, relatable heroine Liz Buxbaum and her charming neighbor Wes Bennet Humorous, heart-forward story that blends friendship, mischief, and self-discovery Prom-night plotting, playful pranks, and a romance that unfolds with warmth and wit Lively, accessible writing with snappy dialogue and movie-night pacing Explores themes of self-trust, courage to pursue dreams, and discovering love in unexpected places After finishing Better Than The Movies, readers will feel hopeful, entertained, and inspired to chase their own dreams with courage and a smile. They’ll see that the person waiting right beside you might just be the one you were looking for all along.