Picture a Pennsylvania storyteller who turned small-town charm into steamy, laugh-out-loud romance—meet Lucy Score! This instant #1 New York Times bestselling author has captivated millions with her heartfelt rom-coms, blending humor, heat, and happily-ever-afters. From her runaway hit Pretend You're Mine to the TikTok-sensation Knockemout series, Score’s vibrant worlds invite readers to fall in love, one page at a time.
Growing up in a book-loving family, Lucy’s dinner table was more about novels than small talk. With a journalism degree in her pocket, she juggled jobs as a bartender, yoga instructor, and newspaper staffer before finding her true calling. Her romance novels, now translated into 29 languages, have made her a global sensation, all from her cozy Pennsylvania home shared with her husband, Tim, and their grumpy cat, Cleo.
The Making of Lucy Score
Born and raised in rural Pennsylvania, Lucy Score was the eldest of three in a literary household where books reigned supreme. Her parents’ overflowing bookshelves and weekend flea market book hunts sparked her lifelong love of stories. At 13, she snuck her first romance novel from her mom’s shelf—Julie Garwood’s The Bride—and was hooked. After earning a journalism degree, Lucy bounced between jobs, often getting fired, until a layoff from a local newspaper in 2012 pushed her to chase her dream. Inspired by E.L. James’ Fifty Shades of Grey, she penned her first novella, which sold a modest 35 copies. Undeterred, she kept writing, and by 2015, Pretend You’re Mine hit #1 on Amazon, launching her full-time career.
Lucy Score’s Unforgettable Stories
Lucy Score’s novels are a delicious mix of small-town charm, witty banter, and sizzling chemistry. Her stories often feature strong heroines and swoon-worthy heroes navigating love in quirky communities. The Knockemout series, starting with Things We Never Got Over, became a cultural phenomenon, optioned for a TV series by Amazon MGM Studios. This trilogy follows the rugged Morgan brothers in a Virginia town, blending steamy romance with emotional depth. Her Blue Moon series, set in the eccentric Blue Moon Bend, delivers rom-com gold with nosy neighbors and forbidden love, like in No More Secrets, where a big-city journalist falls for a small-town farmer.
The Riley Thorn series adds a twist of mystery, pairing a psychic sleuth with a private investigator for hilarious, suspenseful whodunits. Score’s Benevolence series, including Pretend You’re Mine, explores themes of redemption and trust, with fake-dating tropes and heartfelt moments. Her writing shines with relatable characters, sharp humor, and a knack for making readers laugh, swoon, and cry—often in the same chapter. With over 25 books, her ability to craft vibrant, interconnected worlds keeps fans eagerly awaiting each release.
Why Lucy Score Matters
Lucy Score has redefined contemporary romance by blending humor, heart, and spice into stories that resonate worldwide. Her books, selling millions and translated into 29 languages, offer readers an escape into communities where love conquers all. Through her indie publishing company, That’s What She Said Publishing, she uplifts other authors, fostering a supportive creative community. Her active reader group on Facebook is a testament to her ability to connect, creating a safe space for fans to dish about books and tacos—her other great love. Score’s journey from a struggling writer to a global bestseller inspires aspiring authors to persevere.
- Birthplace: Pennsylvania, USA
- Key Works: Things We Never Got Over, Pretend You’re Mine, No More Secrets, Riley Thorn and the Dead Guy Next Door
- Fun Fact: Lucy’s cat, Cleo, is a fan of her book Forever Never—despite hating everything else!
Ready to fall in love with Lucy Score’s world? Snag Things We Never Got Over and dive into her steamy, small-town rom-coms today!