Here for the Wrong Reasons

A wonderful mix of sweet and steamy…as deliciously addictive as the most bingeable reality show. – Publishers Weekly, starred reviewThrough Krystin and Lauren’s evolving relationship, which brims over with chemistry; the two women’s individual journeys to exploring their identities; and a fearlessness in introducing morally complex characters, this debut contributes bold new aspects to the romance genre while embracing that all-important happily-ever-after. – Kirkus ReviewsPacked with reality television drama, queer love and a lot of heart – Alison Cochrun, author of The Charm OffensiveA gorgeous story about identity and the beauty of being seen for who you are – Ashley Herring Blake, author of Delilah Green Doesn’t CareHere for the Wrong Reasons is a creative, delightful, and angst-filled romance readers are sure to adore! I fell hard for Lauren and Krystin as they laughed, healed, and fell in love through every dating show predicament they faced. Paulsen and Wang are brightly talented new voices! – Courtney Kae, author of In the Event of Love

Lydia Wang is the Love & Life editor at Women’s Health magazine, and she’s covered sex, dating, and pop culture (including reality TV) for Refinery29, Cosmopolitan, Vulture, and more.

Annabel Paulsen holds an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School, and her essays and criticism have appeared in NeoText, Electric Literature, Riot Fest Magazine, and Document Journal.

Together, Annabel and Lydia share a love for queer romance novels and dating shows (and each other). They started as friends and by the end of writing this novel, they were dating. They live together in Brooklyn, and hope to one day co-parent a black pug named Elise.