Lauren Appelbaum

In this witty and sharp debut rom-com set in Seattle's tech industry, one woman grapples with her best friends growing apart, self-exploration in therapy, and her overbearing mother's matchmaking attempts with the tech millionaire next door. Rachel Weiss's Group Chat follows Rachel Weiss, who seemingly has it all: a fabulous social life, three best friends she can confide in, and...

An Introvert's Guide to Life and Love by Lauren Appelbaum is a touching romance where inheriting a seaside cottage comes with strings attached. An introverted remote worker must leave her city apartment, learn to connect with others, and find love—in real life. Mallory Rosen takes her remote tech job seriously. She values routine with predictability and minimal contact with others....