Kiss Me, Maybe

When a late bloomer unexpectedly goes viral for coming out, she decides to embrace her newfound fame to finally experience her first kiss—with the help of a sexy bartender—in this witty, heartfelt, and spicy romance by Abby Jimenez.

Angela Gutierrez, a shy librarian who has never been kissed, shares a viral video about her late-blooming journey and ace identity, sparking a wave of support. Ready to check off some life milestones, she invents a playful scavenger hunt where the prize is her very first kiss. But pulling it off requires assistance—and fast. Enter Krystal Ramirez, the captivating bartender and Angela’s secret crush for five long years.

Though Krystal has sworn off love, she’s surprisingly eager to help Angela organize the event. As they spend more time together, the undeniable chemistry between them grows, forcing Angela to question if she really wants to follow through with the scavenger hunt at all. Meanwhile, Krystal struggles with her own fears about romance and commitment.

Caught between hope and heartache, Angela must decide if falling for someone who might never love her back is a risk worth taking.

A charming story about self-discovery, unspoken desires, and the unexpected ways love finds us.