Amazon Best Romance of the Month Top Ten Best Romances of 2019—Entertainment WeeklySheReads’ Most Anticipated Books of 2020 Bustle 17 Best New Books Of December 2019 HelloGiggles 8 Best New Books To Read In December“I can’t wait for the whole world to fall in love with Love Lettering!” —Jasmine GuilloryIn this warm and witty romance from acclaimed author Kate Clayborn, one little word puts a … with Love Lettering!”
—Jasmine Guillory
In this warm and witty romance from acclaimed author Kate Clayborn, one little word puts a woman’s business—and her heart—in jeopardy . . .
Meg Mackworth’s hand-lettering skill has made her famous as the Planner of Park Slope, designing custom journals for her New York City clientele. She has another skill too: reading signs that other people miss. Knowing the upcoming marriage of Reid Sutherland and his polished fiancée was doomed to fail is one thing, but weaving a secret word of warning into their wedding program is another. Meg may have thought no one would spot it, but she hadn’t counted on sharp-eyed, pattern-obsessed Reid.
A year later, Reid has tracked Meg down to find out how she knew that his meticulously planned future was about to implode. But with a looming deadline and a bad case of creative block, Meg doesn’t have time for Reid’s questions—unless he can help her find her missing inspiration. As they gradually open up to each other, both try to ignore a deepening connection between them. But the signs are there—irresistible, indisputable, urging Meg to heed the messages Reid is sending her, before it’s too late . . .
Praise for Love Lettering
“Delicious and beautiful and perfect.”
—New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean
“This book will wake you up in the middle of the night aching for these perfectly imperfect characters.”
—Sonali Dev, author of Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors
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This book was one of my reading-slump breakers. Every single sentence is just so beautifully written and that ending! As an avid romance reader I knew to expect the “black moment” and it’s usually pretty easy to call. I have no idea what I was anticipating but it wasn’t THAT.
I really don’t know what to write about this book. It was very different. That’s not a bad thing, but I just can’t really figure out where I stand on it. It was very unique in that the relationship of the two main characters is centered around letters and “lettering.” Love Lettering made me feel so many different emotions. I felt such sympathy with Meg and what she was going through with the seeming withdrawal of her best friend from back home and now roommate in New York. I really enjoyed Reid falling for Meg. I thoroughly enjoyed the very, very route that that process took. Anything faster would have seemed false and unlikely. I wanted to hate her roommate, but had to like her in the end. I was frightened for Meg’s client, Lark, because of her domineering husband. I was ultimately also very proud of Lark.
As you can tell, I’m just all over the place with this one. I did like it and plan on reading the next book by Kate Clayborn.
Oh, my — Reid Sutherland might just be my new favorite romantic hero (he’s right up there with Silas from The Husband Tree, Levi from Fangirl, and Owen from Things You Save in a Fire). I adore quirky heroes, but he’s not just quirky — he’s direct. Love me a direct man!
This is my first novel by Kate Clayborn, and I really enjoyed it. I completely relate to the passion that Meg and Reid have for letters and numbers — I have a similar affinity for books and office supplies. And I loved watching the tension and growth between them as they faced their issues instead of avoiding them or covering them up.
My one main beef with the story was Meg’s overthinking — I would forget what the characters were talking about as Meg thought about so many things after every line of dialogue. There were a few occasions of, “Who cares?” and “Get on with it already!” One was in the first chapter, so if you feel like the first chapter drags, I encourage you to keep reading. The characters are wonderful and their situations are relatable, and the chemistry between Meg and Reid is an unexpected, slow-starting fire.
I really enjoyed this book and will have to try some more Kate Clayborn novels.
R-rated for language and sex.
Love Lettering is the first Kate Clayborn book I have read, and I enjoyed every page! Journaling is a fun past time for me, so all the lettering talk was just what what I love, plus the hidden messages? Such fun! A story about love, loss, tangled friendships, and…love. The characters are wonderful and I cant wait to dive into the next book on the list.
I have to admit, I struggled to get started with this book. But I am not one to dnf a book, it’s very rare if I can’t eventually get hooked to some degree. I feel you have to give the author some time to tell the story in their own way and it might be different to what I’d read before so that’s on me to adjust and wait it out. So I did.
What I had trouble with was when both characters have quirks or issues, it can be like they are battling and butting heads. It’s not ever mentioned, just my assumption that Meg is quite quirky and artistic where as Reid more than likely was on the spectrum and extremely gifted with numbers and math. But I got my head around that it wasn’t just one character with an oddity, it was both and it was ok too.
Then it all started to fall into place for me. Once their relationship started blooming, I was more and more intrigued as to where it was going. When they finally became a couple, it was true to their characters in how it went about and reactions. When they hit the stumbling block, which I did have a thought it might go that way to a point, I couldn’t put the book down as I needed to know how it played out. All in all, it’s a sweet romance and has a great HEA that I felt Reid deserved. Meg too for that matter but I loved Reid for his good morals and I wanted him to be happy in the long run. I wish the epilogue was longer, and we got more of them and a good sense of where they might be in five years, but I’m still happy with the ending. It’s the first book I’ve read from this author, I’m now about to search for another to add to my TBR.
Oh I loved this book so much. So romantic and sexy and beautifully written. And it made me miss New York so much. Can’t wait to read the rest of Kate Claybourn’s novels.
First, I loved these characters. Reid is just the best. Really like him a whole lot. I also liked Meg. She had an artist’s passion but also that quirk that true art people have. I will say that I had wished for more sexytimez. The one scene, as hot as it was, wasn’t enough. I wanted more. Oh so much more. Other than that, I really loved this book.
Love, love, love this book! Meg and Reid tug at my heart in a sweet and heartbreaking and delightful manner. Original–and wow, have I learned a lot about lettering!– altogether engaging and heartwarming and beautifully real. I’m off to look for more of Kate Clayborn’s work! Isn’t finding a new author just the best thing?!?!?
What a fun, super cute rom-com! This was definitely a case of “opposites attract” and I loved seeing Reid and Meg’s relationship develop from acquaintances, to friends to lovers. The take on letters and numbers was a unique addition and played throughout the book. The twist at the end was definitely something I did not see come and it kept me up late reading to see how it all ended!
Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn is a delightful rom-com centered around Meg, a well-known hand-lettering artist and Reid, a mathematician. It is a charming, heartwarming love story that draws readers in. The first pages were a little slow for me, but once I got beyond that, the story really captured my interest. The author does a great job of making her characters seem real and relatable. The storyline is cute, funny with twists and turns and an ending that will surprise you. I rated it a four.
This was the best book I have read in a while. The concept was really different engaging!
I was lucky enough to win a copy of this book from a Goodreads giveaway and OH MY GOSH did it deliver!! The characters were wonderful and thoughtful and flawed but still so loveable, and I loved the growth of the characters as they strived to learn how to communicate better. Also! I loved the friendships between all the women, and how it was so much more than just talking about the men in their life. Yay for strong friendships!! The language of the book is stunning too, I could see the letters dancing through my head while reading the description. Definitely a new favorite!!
Loved the author’s portrayal of ‘slightly different’ people, their thoughts, coping mechanisms, feelings. Loved how Meg “gets” Reid, and how he functions. Well done!
It started out as a hidden word in a wedding invitation but became a bigger story about relationships — all types of relationships — with yourself, your friends, significant others, and even with where you live. Beautifully written with a multi-layered perspective on relationships. First time reading this author and I definitely plan to read more.
The first word that comes to mind when I think of this book is enchanting.
I really liked Meg and I found her to be totally relatable, possibly due to the fact that I am also a conflict-averse person. Reid was a tougher nut to crack, although it didn’t take long to warm to him as you grow to understand him right along with Meg. In general, the personality flaws of the characters in this novel felt very real to me. From Meg’s conflict avoidance, to Sibby’s jealousy, and through to the ways that Reid deals with (and is affected by) stress, it made me feel like these were people I could know, you know? The progression of Meg and Reid’s relationship took time and effort and felt authentic because of it.
It also provides insight into a profession you have probably come across, but haven’t really given any consideration to. And it is much more complicated than I thought! Honestly, the creativity involved is impressive, and I really enjoyed learning about it.
A word of warning, if you are a skimmer like me . . . don’t. The author is very descriptive, and this is a novel you really need to visualize, so it’s important to pay attention. I started the book in my usual way and had to backtrack too often. Finally, I forced myself to slow down and read it word-for-word, and it really helped. I think it would have been cool if they had interspersed some of the different fonts and styles Meg talks about throughout the book. It would have enhanced the reading experience for me.
So, it was enchanting, but also real and an insightful look into the things we hide from ourselves and those around us. There were so many hidden (or not so hidden) messages in this book. You really just need to look.
I won this book in a Goodreads giveaway.
Love Lettering
“‘Letters, numbers,’ he says, a familiar beat to the words, as though he’s saying po-tay-to, po-tah-to. ‘ They’re not so different'”
Or are they? When Reid Sutherland walk into the door of the stationary shop where he and his the fiancee had had Meg Mackworth custom design their wedding program a year earlier, it was to find out why she’s done it; why she’d hidden a message in the words. But Meg, now known as “The Planner of Park Slope”, is dealing with severe artist block. Can Reid help her break that stalemate? Can Meg find her Mojo again? And as their friendship grows, will the numbers add up?
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway but because of Covid-19 didn’t actually get until June. I really wasn’t so sure this contemporary romance would be my first choice. It was the concept that drew me in. It’s obvious the author loves her characters and loves being an author. The book made me laugh, and cry, and I will never look at styles of letters the same again. Bravo! Highly recommended. 5/5
I must say that the start of the book had me a bit confused; I was having trouble getting past the artsy descriptions about lettering for wedding programs and planners. I was a bit overwhelming, but then the story started to develop. I was pleasantly surprised with the twists in the storyline and found myself really liking the characters. I would encourage readers to stay with the story and tell them that they will be glued to it after the first couple of chapters.
I have been reading Kate Clayborn and I am so glad she made the leap into a slightly more complicated writing style. New York City is a character in this story and small things you might not notice walking down the street become central to the plot. I like when my world expands in that way. Delightful.
Love Lettering was an outstanding read featuring an amazing romance and a great cast of characters.
Meg Mackworth is known for her hand-lettering designs which have earned her the nickname the Planner of Park Slope. In addition to the custom journals she designs, she also does wedding invitations and other related wedding materials. But Meg has a bad habit of weaving hidden messages into her work and when she sees that an upcoming marriage she has been hired for is doomed to fail, she hides the word mistake in their wedding program. But when the disgruntled would-be groom, Reid Sutherland, tracks her down a year later wanting to know how she knew, Meg’s carefully planned future is put in jeopardy. With a looming deadline, Meg enlists Reid’s help with an upcoming project both to put off his questions and to explore the unexpected connection they share.
Meg’s character was someone I was able to quickly connect with. She loves lists and organization, she struggles with confrontation, and she has a hard time knowing when to take a break. Meg moved to NYC with her best friend to follow her friend’s dream, but when Meg’s work was more successful, the two friends drifted apart. Meg’s struggle with essentially losing her best friend affects her life in many ways including turning into a creative block. Reid, like Meg, is lonely in the city and he can find no redeeming qualities to keep him there past summer’s end when he finishes a project. The dichotomy of Meg’s love of the city and Reid’s hatred of it made for several interesting scenes where Meg tries to sway Reid to her side.
The premise of this book as described to me was quite interesting, a love story centered around a scavenger hunt in NYC. After Meg and Reid reconnect when Reid comes to confront her, a friendship quickly develops between the pair. Meg doesn’t have an answer to Reid’s questions that will satisfy him and so she distracts him with the scavenger hunt she has planned around NYC as a way to come up with ideas for her next project. I quickly fell in love with Meg and Reid’s friendship built during their outings around the city. The quest to find unique signs in NYC was a ton of fun and I loved how the two turned the project into a game. The friendship and romance between Meg and Reid truly was fantastic. Throughout the book and the pair’s romance, a few surprises popped up, particularly at the end of the book that I wasn’t expecting. The ending of this book definitely went in a direction I didn’t see coming, but overall I thought it was a solid conclusion and I liked where Meg and Reid’s romance ended up.
Overall I thoroughly enjoyed Love Lettering and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a contemporary romance to pick up. I will definitely be checking out more from Kate Clayborn in the future.