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Lauren Kung Jessen
Lauren Kung Jessen is a mixed-race Chinese-American writer with a fondness for witty, flirtatious dialogue and making meals with too many steps but lots of flavor. She is fascinated by myths and superstitions and how ideas, beliefs, traditions, and stories evolve over time.
From attending culinary school to working in the world of Big Tech to writing love stories, Lauren cares about creating experiences that make people feel something. She also has a food and film blog, A Dash of Cinema, where she makes food inspired by movies and TV shows. She lives in Nashville with her husband (who she met thanks to fate—read: the algorithms of online dating), two cats, and dog.
From attending culinary school to working in the world of Big Tech to writing love stories, Lauren cares about creating experiences that make people feel something. She also has a food and film blog, A Dash of Cinema, where she makes food inspired by movies and TV shows. She lives in Nashville with her husband (who she met thanks to fate—read: the algorithms of online dating), two cats, and dog.
Genres: Romance
New and upcoming books
Novels
Lunar Love (2023)
Red String Theory (2024)
Yin Yang Love Song (2025)
The Fortune Flip (2026)
The Santa Claus Con (2026)
Red String Theory (2024)
Yin Yang Love Song (2025)
The Fortune Flip (2026)
The Santa Claus Con (2026)
Lauren Kung Jessen recommends
Thank You for Remembering (2026)
Emily Harding
"In Thank You for Remembering, Emily Harding takes readers on a clever memory scavenger hunt around Boston that's packed with self-discovery and a love story that patiently and tenderly builds. An uplifting romance about making your own magic and the unexpected beauty in forgetting - and remembering."
The Little Shop of Merry and Bright (2026)
Jenny Bayliss
"The Queen of Christmas books does it again! Bayliss writes the most delightful holiday romances. Brimming with hope, big-hearted and humorous characters, and a feel-good romance, The Little Shop of Merry and Bright has everything you need for all things cozy and festive - with a heaping dash of holiday magic!"
When Javi Dumped Mari (2025)
Mia Sosa
"Mia Sosa gives us all the rom, com, and yearning you could ask for in this endlessly entertaining, chemistry-filled journey between two best friends. Layered with surprises and a tension-packed dual timeline, this romance will have you rooting for Mari and Javi from the start. When Javi Dumped Mari is friends-to-lovers gold!"
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