Audiobooks by Julie Murphy

"From #1 New York Times bestseller Julie Murphy comes a heartfelt and hilarious tale of a woman who thinks life and love have passed her by until she's thrown into her grandmother's quirky world of octogenarian free love and gets a second chance with the one man she never expected to see again. Perhaps it's never too late to play the opening credits… Welcome to Starlight Palms, a favorite retirement facility among Hollywood actors and industry professionals tucked away just outside of sunny Palm Springs. Filled with forgotten scream queens, eccentric screenwriters, and heartthrobs of the past, it has a brand-new resident: Vera Stein, age forty. Vera knows she's missed her chance at a life worthy of the silver screen, just like she missed her chance at ever finding true love. But Vera isn't one to take chances. She's spent most of her adult years caretaking for her dying mother and her movie star boss's ego. Now abruptly houseless and jobless, Vera has nowhere to land, so to grandmother's house we go! The Starlight Palms Senior Living Center is midcentury Hollywood down to its pastel-painted bones. This desert gem isn't lacking in saucy plot twists (swinging seniors, anyone?) or a leading man: Elias Buckley, the on-site doctor and Vera's former ill-fated college fling and-for reasons that will stay in Vegas-legally her ex-husband according to the state of Nevada. It's not long before Vera falls into a job as the activities coordinator and under the spell of a certain smart-mouthed doctor… Suddenly all those empty years in LA look less like mistakes and a lot more like backstory. With a fresh start at her fingertips, Vera begins to see that even with all the detours she's taken, there's still a Hollywood ending (and maybe even a happily ever after) in sight… TROPES - Second Chance Romance - Workplace Romance - Multigenerational Family Drama - Forced Proximity - New Lease on Life and Spice"

Julie Murphy (Author), Joy Nash, Teddy Hamilton (Narrator)

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13 Little Love Stories: An Anthology Inspired by Taylor Swift Songs

"Brought to you by Penguin. From bestselling YA authors comes thirteen dazzling contemporary romances inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift! If you could live inside one Taylor Swift song for a day, which would you pick? In this shimmering anthology, thirteen best-selling and acclaimed authors do just that, reimagining some of Taylor’s most iconic songs as love stories. Whether you’re in an era of fairy lights and folktales or diss tracks and dance floors, here’s a playlist that features all the hits: The soaring high note of first love. The minor key of heartbreak. And the steady rhythm of true friendship and self-discovery. As clever and unforgettable as the songs that inspired them, these stories are sure to play on repeat in your head and your heart. ©Elise Bryant, Jennifer Dugan, J. Elle, Jessica Goodman, Sloan Harlow, Crystal Maldonado, Krystal Marquis, Katherine McGee, Julie Murphy, Lynn Painter, Laura Sebastian, Sara Shepard, Jesse Q. Sutanto 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026"

Crystal Maldonado, Elise Bryant, J. Elle, Jennifer Dugan, Jesse Q. Sutanto, Jessica Goodman, Julie Murphy, Katherine McGee, Krystal Marquis, Laura Sebastian, Lynn Painter, Sara Shepard, Sloan Harlow (Author), Angel Pean, Emeri Chase, Emily Marso, Keylor Leigh, Nick Trengove, Samantha Archuleta (Narrator)

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Student Union: The addictive must-read campus romance from the bestselling author

"Brought to you by Penguin. From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy comes a sexy rom com about a college marriage of convenience that goes way beyond chemistry 101. . . The first in THE UNDERGRADS trilogy. This romance series follows a group of girls as they navigate love, friendship, and new adulthood, and is perfect for fans of Elle Kennedy and Hannah Grace. CLOVER ROWAN WALSH knows The Plan™. 1. Get a full ride to her dream school, Wexley University. 2. Conquer the school of business. 3. Say goodbye to the paycheck-to-paycheck life she and her mom have known for years. There’s just one hiccup. With the first semester rapidly approaching, Clover learns her housing grant has fallen through. But a loophole presents itself: Married couples can live in the dorms for the price of one student. Clover is willing to sacrifice the sanctity of marriage . . . even if it means proposing to the one person she swore she’d never speak to again. Bennett Andrew Graves is the only heir to the Graves Coffee empire. After spending his first year at Wexley, squeaking by in classes and becoming personally acquainted with the female student body, he is looking forward to living off campus. Until the girl he grew up with (and whom he completely devastated years ago) walks back into his life with the most absurd question: Will you marry me? Bennett can’t refuse Clover. He owes her this, but that doesn’t change the fact that these two can barely carry on a conversation without getting at each other’s throats. Forget about sharing a dorm—much less one bed. But as Clover and Bennett hide the true nature of their marriage, they find that playing house isn’t all that bad—especially with certain marital benefits in the mix. In fact, Clover and Bennett are soon forgetting the most important part of their fake marriage of convenience . . . that it’s supposed to be fake. “This is one addictively swoony book” —Ali Hazelwood, #1 New York Times bestselling author “Julie Murphy reached into my soul and gave me just what I needed.” —Julie Soto, #1 New York Times bestselling author “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 of The Seven Year Slip “Julie Murphy proves she’s at the top of her class!' — Meghan Quinn, New York Times bestselling author “Julie Murphy casts her magic spell yet again. . .she’s in a class of her own. A+!” —Julia Whelan, international bestselling author of My Oxford Year “Julie Murphy writes bold, big-hearted stories that are unforgettable, and Student Union is no exception. 10/10, no notes.” — Amy Daws, USA Today–bestselling author Heartfelt, hilarious, and horny . . . Julie Murphy never misses!” — Rachel Lippincott, New York Times–bestselling author “In the syllabus of rom-coms, Julie Murphy is required reading.” — Nisha Sharma, author of Dating Dr. Dil “Julie Murphy is an absolute treasure—I’ll read anything she writes!” — Morgan Matson, New York Times bestselling author © Julie Murphy 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026"

Julie Murphy (Author), Heather Firth, Robert Hatchet (Narrator)

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The Fundamentals of Being a Good Girl

"From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy and USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone comes a brand-new college town raunch-com about a sexy single dad professor and a feisty law school grad turned nanny in this steamy tale of Academic Affairs… She wants to be a good girl. He’s dying to teach her. New to town and freshly single, rookie lecturer Maddie isn’t looking for trouble … until she ends up in bed with Bram – a sexy, grumpy single dad – on her first night. The catch? He’s her new boss at home (he needs a nanny), and her colleague at work (he's a professor, too). So to make it work, they set some ground rules: - No more sex - They can never be alone in the house together But Maddie’s great at breaking these rules, and Bram’s even better at dishing out consequences…"

Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone (Author), Connor Crais, Teddy Hamilton, Victoria Connolly (Narrator)

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Let Them Stare: A Novel

"An instant New York Times and Indie bestseller about friendship, love-and discovering the secrets and beauty of your own hometown. From Emmy Award winner Jonathan Van Ness of Queer Eye and #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy comes a bighearted story about a gender-nonconforming teen who buys a vintage handbag, only to find it haunted by the ghost of a drag performer from the fifties with no memory of how he died. Sully is ready to get out of Hearst, Pennsylvania. With a fashion internship secured, the gender-nonconforming eighteen-year-old is trading in their stifling small town for the big city. Sully even sells their beloved car, to Bread-er, Brad-the most boring (and maybe only other) gay kid in town. When Sully's internship goes up in smoke, they're trapped in Hearst with no cash-and no car. Desperate, they go to the thrift store, their personal sanctuary. There, they discover a vintage bag-like "put this baby in an airtight case at the MET" vintage. If Sully can authenticate it, the resale value would be enough for a new life in the city. But when they begin to investigate, Sully finds themself haunted. Literally. With the ghost of Rufus, a drag performer from the fifties with no memory of how he died standing-no, floating-in their bedroom, Sully's summer has a new purpose: 1) help this ghostly honey unlock his past and move on and 2) make bank-after all, the Real Real doesn't take poltergeist purses. With Rufus in tow, and Brad-who's looking pretty scrumptious these days-playing chauffeur, Sully delves into the history of the town they're so desperate to escape. Only to discover that there might be more to Hearst than they ever knew. "A quirky, passionate, rebellious, and quick-witted novel." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"

Jonathan Van Ness, Julie Murphy (Author), Jeremy Arthur, Jonathan Van Ness (Narrator)

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A Jingle Bell Mingle

"Don't miss out on the start of Julie and Sierra's brand-new college town raunch-com series with FUNDAMENTALS OF BEING A GOOD GIRL. Order now! From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy and USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone who gave us A Merry Little Meet Cute comes a new festive romcom – ’tis the season for second chances! Sunny Palmer has returned to Christmas Notch in search of some festive inspiration for her screenplay. Isaac Kelly, former boy band heartthrob and the saddest boy in the music biz, is the latest owner of the town’s historic mansion. What better place to attempt his first holiday album than a snow-covered mansion where he can become a hermit in peace? But after they wake up together in Sunny’s dilapidated motel room after a wild night, Isaac takes a chance and asks her to stay at his place and they make a deal: they will both try to get the other’s creative juices flowing again. With these two opposites under one roof, there’s no way this jingle bell mingle could go off script…right? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ READERS LOVE CHRISTMAS NOTCH ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I adored this book. It was cute, funny, sexy and festive, what more could you want?' 'This is the book I didn't realise I needed in my life … the heat level in this is off the charts' 'If you’re looking for a spicy holiday read this is the one for you!' 'The story has everything you need … main characters to fall in love with and root for until the end, a multitude of diverse side characters that are genuinely there to drive the plot (and fall in love with)' 'One of my all time favourite Christmas reads'"

Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone (Author), Joy Nash, Zachary Webber (Narrator)

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Seas and Greetings: A Christmas Notch in July Novella

"Cowritten by #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy and USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone—a steamy Christmas in July rom-com set on a cruise ship where a Twilight inspired musical is being produced... The Rules: No roaming off alone. No secrets. No bodyguard/client fraternization. No olives. This is Krysta Morton’s last job. She’s done with being a bodyguard and is ready for a real nine to five where work stays at work. But when Addison Hayes’s manager offers Krysta a ridiculous amount of money to keep the high-maintenance singer-turned-influencer safe on a cruise, Krysta can’t make herself say no. Not when the money means that she’ll be able to set her grandma up at the nicest senior living community in town. (It has a brand new pickleball court and a juice bar!) Addison Hayes is on top of her game. After a long and healthy career as a B-list celebrity, she’s successfully made the transition to lifestyle brands and her dream of expanding her empire into hotels and cruises is within reach. With her first Cruise with Addison about to disembark, she’s in dire need of hired security while she curates the passenger experience and oversees the debut run of The Lion and the Lamb, her first attempt at producing a musical and her ode to all things Twilight. With Krysta’s no-nonsense attitude, Addison is certain her newly hired bodyguard loathes her. Then a steamy shore excursion reveals that Krysta’s icy shell is hiding her simmering attraction to Addison, and if Krysta isn’t careful, she might start breaking her own rules. But when Addison starts receiving mysterious, threatening notes and cast members start dropping like food poisoned flies, this seven day cruise isn’t turning out to be smooth sailing after all."

Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone (Author), Joy Nash (Narrator)

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Camp Sylvania: Moon Madness

"From Julie Murphy, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’, and acclaimed coauthor Crystal Maldonado comes the sequel to the hilarious and creepy middle grade summer-camp story—this time featuring werewolves! Last year, Maggie and Nora didn’t exactly get the summer of their dreams. Instead, they had to survive a camp run by a covert clan of vampires. But this year, Camp Sylvania is back and under new management—gentle, hippie-dippie Luna Lupowski. So the girls are convinced to give camp another try. All Nora wants is an unforgettable experience with her best friend. But it’s hard to have fun with Maggie fixated on all things otherworldly—and spending time with Logan, the boy she met at camp last year. When creepy things start happening, Maggie insists on investigating. But Nora has found an interest of her own—the strange effects of Luna’s homemade “moon water.” It removes zits, adds lustrous shine to hair, and even seems to straighten teeth! No braces? No problem! It isn’t long before the girls are caught up in another supernatural adventure. But when their friends find themselves in danger, can Maggie and Nora put their differences aside to save them? Is it possible to just have one normal summer, please?"

Crystal Maldonado, Julie Murphy (Author), Katie Ladner, Victoria Villarreal (Narrator)

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Mermaids Never Drown: Tales to Dive For

"A Vietnamese mermaid caught between two worlds. A siren who falls for Poseidon’s son. A boy secretly pining for the merboy who saved him years ago. A storm that brings humans and mermaids together. Generations of family secrets and pain. Find all these and more in this gripping new collection that will reel you in from the very first page! Welcome to an ocean of hurt, fear, confusion, rage, hope, humor, discovery, and love in its many forms. Edited by Zoraida Córdova and Natalie C. Parker, Mermaids Never Drown features beloved authors Darcie Little Badger, Kalynn Bayron, Preeti Chhibber, Rebecca Coffindaffer, Julie C. Dao, Maggie Tokuda-Hall, Adriana Herrera, June Hur, Katherine Locke, Kerri Maniscalco, Julie Murphy, Gretchen Schreiber, and Julian Winters. 'A seaworthy anthology featuring stories as original as they are enchanting by a range of beloved YA authors ... Themes of self-discovery and bonds with nature recur throughout this anthology that features effortless and extensive queer representation. Readers will find favorite tales of mermaid lore in this collection, brimming with myth and magic.'—Kirkus"

Adriana Herrera, Darcie Little Badger, Gretchen Schreiber, Julian Winters, Julie C. Dao, Julie Murphy, June Hur, Kalynn Bayron, Katherine Locke, Kerri Maniscalco, Maggie Tokuda-Hall, Natalie C. Parker, Preeti Chhibber, Rebecca Coffindaffer, Zoraida Cordova (Author), André Santana, Jasmin Walker, Quyen Ngo, Soneela Nankani, Victoria Villarreal (Narrator)

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A Holly Jolly Ever After

"Don't miss out on the start of Julie and Sierra's brand-new college town raunch-com series with FUNDAMENTALS OF BEING A GOOD GIRL. Order now! When actress Winnie Baker agrees to star in a steamier-than-a-steaming-mug-of-mulled-wine Christmas movie, she has just one concern: how can she be sultry on-scnree, when she’s never been sultry in real life? Kallum Lieberman is an ex-boyband member now known exclusively for his reputation in the bedroom, thanks to a rogue sex tape. And he’s got just the experience she needs. But Winnie and Kallum need to keep this research purely professional. They say opposites attract, and that makes this co-stars-with-benefits set up extremely dangerous indeed… EVERYBODY LOVES THE CHRISTMAS NOTCH BOOKS: ’Funny and saucy, this certainly puts the X-rated into Xmas’ Heat ‘The audacity of this magical author duo to sneak in and steal Christmas in the sexiest way possible . . . the charming holiday romp you absolutely need in your life!’ TESSA BAILEY ‘The holiday romcom of my dreams! Sexy, progressive, hilarious, and full of good cheer’ HELEN HOANG ’A merry little masterpiece . . . this is a read for those who want a winter romcom but with some X-rated antics’ Metro ‘The holiday rom-com of your dreams!’ Cosmopolitan"

Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone (Author), Joy Nash Chris Brinkley (Narrator)

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Snow Place Like LA: A Christmas Notch in July Novella

"Cowritten by #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy and USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone—a steamy second chance Christmas in July rom-com. After Angel and Luca connected on the set of Duke the Halls and had a whirlwind romance in the literal snow globe of Christmas Notch, Vermont, Luca found himself falling in love. Hard. He’d never been one to believe in fate or true love, but one thing was certain: Angel was his person. He knew it as well as he knew the history of American figure skating. But when Angel left for an art school semester abroad without a word, Luca’s already brittle heart was broken. No one ghosted Luca. Unless he was in a haunted house. But with the spring semester long over, Angel is back home in Los Angeles for the summer, and unfortunately for Luca, this big town is turning out to be smaller than either of them ever expected."

Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone (Author), Max Meyers (Narrator)

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Camp Sylvania

"From Julie Murphy, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’, comes a hilarious and creepy middle grade summer camp story that takes a bite out of fat camp and diet culture. Perfect for fans of Spooky Stories and Starfish. Magnolia “Maggie” Hagen is determined to be in the spotlight . . . if she can just get over her stage fright. This summer, though, she has big plans to finally attend Camp Rising Star, the famous performing arts camp she’s been dying to go to for three whole summers. But on the last day of school, her parents break the news: Maggie isn’t going to Camp Rising Star. She’s being shipped off to fat camp—and not just any fat camp. She’s going to Camp Sylvania, run by world-famous wellness influencer Sylvia Sylvania, who is known for her soon-to-be-patented Scarlet Diet. When Maggie arrives at camp, things are . . . weird. There are the humiliating weigh-ins and grueling workouts, as expected. But the campers are also encouraged to donate blood—at their age! The cafeteria serves only red foods and the oddly specific rules change every day. There are even rumors of a camp ghost. Despite these horrors, Maggie makes friends and starts to actually enjoy herself. There are even tryouts for a camp production of The Music Man! This place might not be so bad . . . until campers start going missing and other suspicious things begin happening—especially after dark. The camp ghost might be the least scary thing about this place. . . ."

Julie Murphy (Author), Katie Ladner (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Julie Murphy

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