Picture a South Dakota mom spinning spicy romance tales from a tire shop waiting room—meet Amy Daws! A Number 1 Amazon and USA Today bestselling author, Amy crafts contemporary romance novels that blend humor, heart, and heat, captivating readers worldwide. Her stories, often set in London or small-town America, resonate with fans for their witty dialogue and emotional depth, making her a standout in the romance genre.
From her footy-playing Harris Brothers to her quirky 'waiting room meet cute' series, Amy’s books are as addictive as a charcuterie board at a book club. Her journey from TV ad producer to romance novelist is as inspiring as her stories, driven by personal triumphs and a passion for storytelling.
The Making of Amy Daws
Born and raised in South Dakota, Amy Daws spent over a decade producing TV commercials before romance writing stole her heart. The long-awaited birth of her daughter, Lorelei, sparked her creative fire, inspiring her to pen stories that celebrate love and resilience. Her love for all things British, fueled by shows like Gilmore Girls, shaped her early works, setting many of her novels in London. Amy’s transition to full-time writing was a leap of faith, supported by her husband, Kevin, and her curly-haired daughter, whom she affectionately calls her 'happily ever after.'
Amy Daws’s Unforgettable Stories
Amy’s bibliography is a treasure trove of spicy, heartfelt romance. Her Harris Brothers series, a sports romance saga, follows a family of football-playing brothers in London. Titles like Challenge, where a hotshot footballer woos his fiery doctor, and Keeper, a friends-to-lovers tale, showcase her knack for blending steamy chemistry with family dynamics. Fans rave about the series’ humor and emotional depth, with Gareth Harris’s duet, Surrender and Dominate, earning praise for its raw intensity.
The Wait With Me series, inspired by Amy’s viral experience writing in a Tires Tires Tires waiting room, delivers lighter, comedic romances. The titular Wait With Me, adapted into a Passionflix film, follows a romance novelist finding love in a tire shop, while Last on the List charms with its quirky characters. Her newer Mountain Men Matchmaker series, including Nine Month Contract, brings rugged charm to small-town settings, proving Amy’s versatility.
Amy’s style is a delightful mix of snort-laughing humor and ugly-crying emotion, often tackling themes of healing and connection. Her British-inspired settings and tight-knit character groups create immersive worlds that keep readers hooked, whether they’re swooning over a London footballer or giggling at a mountain man’s gruff charm.
Why Amy Daws Matters
Amy Daws has sold nearly half a million books as an indie author, a testament to her ability to connect with readers through humor and heart. Her stories resonate with those seeking escapist romance with real emotional stakes, earning her a devoted following on BookTok and beyond. By weaving personal experiences—like her tire shop writing sessions or her journey as a mom—into her work, Amy brings authenticity to the genre. Her recent partnership with HarperCollins for the Mountain Men Matchmaker series signals her growing influence, cementing her as a romance powerhouse.
Her impact extends beyond the page. Amy’s candid social media presence, where she shares her life with 110,000 Instagram and 150,000 TikTok followers, fosters a community of readers who feel like friends. Her ability to make fans laugh out loud while tugging at their heartstrings ensures her stories linger long after the final chapter.
- Key Works: Harris Brothers series, Wait With Me series, Nine Month Contract
- Hometown: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- Inspiration: Her daughter, Lorelei, and British culture
- Fun Fact: Amy once wrote a novel in a tire shop waiting room!
Snag Wait With Me or dive into the Harris Brothers series for a dose of Amy Daws’s spicy, heartfelt romance!