Thank You for Listening

From the author of My Oxford Year, Julia Whelan’s uplifting novel tells the story of a former
actress turned successful audiobook narrator—who has lost sight of her dreams after a
tragic accident—and her journey of self-discovery, love, and acceptance when she agrees to
narrate one last romance novel.

For Sewanee Chester, being an audiobook narrator is a long way from her old dreams, but the days
of being a star on film sets are long behind her. She’s found success and satisfaction from the inside
of a sound booth and it allows her to care for her beloved, ailing grandmother. When she arrives in
Las Vegas last-minute for a book convention, Sewanee unexpectedly spends a whirlwind night with a charming stranger. 

On her return home, Sewanee discovers one of the world’s most beloved romance novelists wanted
her to perform her last book—with Brock McNight, the industry’s hottest, most secretive voice.
Sewanee doesn’t buy what romance novels are selling—not after her own dreams were tragically cut short—and she stopped narrating them years ago. But her admiration of the late author, and the
opportunity to get her grandmother more help, makes her decision for her. 

As Sewanee begins work on the book, resurrecting her old romance pseudonym, she and Brock
forge a real connection, hidden behind the comfort of anonymity. Soon, she is dreaming again, but
secrets are revealed, and the realities of life come crashing down around her once more.

If she can learn to risk everything for desires she has long buried, she will discover a world of
intimacy and acceptance she never believed would be hers.

"Starred reviews from Kirkus and Booklist"

"A Best of the Year pick at Audible, Amazon, and NPR."

"Goodreads Choice nominee"

"One of AudioFile Magazine's Best Audiobooks of 2022"

"Winner of the Golden Poppy Award for Romance"

“A perfectly intoxicating delight! Thank You for Listening is a witty, clever, and open-hearted love story full of delicious twists on all your favorite romance tropes. Julia Whelan has already proven
herself to be a singular, wry voice in fiction but with Thank You for Listening, she has something truly special: a story so remarkable and original that only she could write it. A must-read for anyone who loves a
good love story.”

— Taylor Jenkins Reid
New York Times bestselling author

“Thank You for Listening is one of the funniest, most
clever, sexiest, and most deliciously complex love stories I’ve read in years. The dialogue is electric. The chemistry, both intellectual and physical, is palpable. The characters are singularly unforgettable. I can’t remember the last time I was this jealous of a writer’s talent. I wanted to bask in this book, and I also wished I’d written it. Julia Whelan’s been my favorite audiobook narrator for years. Now she is one of my all-time favorite authors.”

— Emily Henry
#1 New York Times bestselling author of Book Lovers

“Wickedly funny, tearfully poignant, hopelessly romantic, witty and sexy and important, plus a writer at the top of her game, and a peek behind the curtains of both Hollywood and how our beloved audiobooks are
created? This book is everything. Narrator and author Julia Whelan is a true talent and I is utterly unforgettable. A modern classic.”

— J.T. Ellison
New York Times bestselling author of Her Dark Lies

“Playfully sexy and boundlessly charming, Thank You For Listening is a warm and wise tale of love and affection and a must-read for anyone who loves the sound of voices speaking into a microphone.”

— Linda Holmes
New York Times bestselling author of Evvie Drake Starts Over

“Thank You For Listening is a fascinating behind-the-scenes peek at the voice actors who bring love stories to life for the rest of us. Mix Julia Whelan’s storytelling ability and smart banter with a cynical romance audiobook narrator who won’t trust a happily ever after
and what do you get? Pure magic.”

— Jodi Picoult
New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here

“An absolutely exquisite story that made me laugh out loud, weep on multiple occasions, and stare off into the yonder wondering how Julia Whelan’s fabulous mind works. Thank You For Listening dissects,
analyzes, and reassembles the romance genre and all its tropes in a way that is not only brilliant, but managed to melt my cold, cold anti-HEA heart. God, what an electric read!”

— Robinne Lee
Author of The Idea of You

“A fearless story! Unflinching, utterly addictive and gorgeously written! I wish I wrote this romance!”

— Lauren Blakely
#1 New York Times bestseller

“Thank You for Listening is a romcom with serious depth and a lot of heart. It’s witty, sharp, and not afraid to tackle some heavy themes, and a fascinating window into the world of audiobook narrating.
The magic so often happens when someone writes about a subject they know so well, and this book is the perfect illustration. What a cracking follow-up to My Oxford Year.”

— Lizzy Dent
Author of The Summer Job

“A beautiful bright spot. With her flawless timing and vivid characters, Julia Whelan pays homage to the artistry of love stories. Thank You For Listening is a novel of great wisdom and depth, and it’s also sparkling, sexy, and fun. We are lucky readers to have this book.”

— Allison Larkin
Author of The People We Keep

“Thank You For Listening is a delight from start to finish. Julia Whelan takes readers behind the scenes of the audiobook world in this story of second acts and second chances that’s full of wit, heart, and humor. The characters felt so real I began to miss them the moment I turned the final page.”

— Andrea Dunlop
Author of We Came Here to Forget