Life is a K Drama

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A heartfelt, interracial, contemporary romance debut--and a love letter to K dramas--featuring a single mom whose chance to turn her neighborhood restaurant into a household name is upended by an unexpected spark with a swoon-worthy Korean business magnate, for fans of Kennedy Ryan, Tia Williams, and Susan Lee.

Keisha Thomson loves K-Dramas, but she never thought her life would turn into one. Keisha is a 37-year-old, divorced mom of her beloved autistic son, Kai, and the ambitious owner of True Soul, a Harlem soul-food restaurant. Set between Harlem and Seoul, the novel follows bold and pragmatic Keisha, charming yet duty-bound Han Seojun, and the viral red velvet cake that brings them together. What begins as a cultural and culinary clash becomes a whirlwind romance that upends everything they thought they knew about love, ambition, and what it means to put yourself first.

Life is a K Drama brings together Sherri Shepherd and Jayci Lee's complementary voices to create something truly fresh. Part escapism and part self-discovery, it’s for anyone who’s ever rebuilt themselves from scratch and for readers who crave joy that feels earned and real. With shades of Tia William’s Seven Days in June and Sally Thorne’s The Hating Game, it’s a sweeping, cinematic love story that glows with humor, heart, and hard-won hope. Importantly, it’s not just a romance between Keisha and Seojun, it’s also a love story about family, food, and culture.
A heartfelt, interracial, contemporary romance debut--and a love letter to K dramas--featuring a single mom whose chance to turn her neighborhood restaurant into a household name is upended by an unexpected spark with a swoon-worthy Korean business magnate, for fans of Kennedy Ryan, Tia Williams,...

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About the author

Sherri Shepherd is a Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host, comedian, actress, and New York Times best-selling author. She most recently hosted the nationally syndicated daytime talk show SHERRI for four seasons, where her warmth and relatable humor radiated through topical headlines, celebrity interviews, comedy, and uplifting stories. A multiple NAACP Image Award winner, Sherri co-hosts her popular podcast Two Funny Mamas with Kym Whitley and recently launched a new podcast, Auntie and Ajumma, with author Jayci Lee. Sherri’s career spans three decades across television, film, Broadway, and stand-up comedy. She was a co-host of the daytime talk show The View for seven years and has also hosted Dish Nation, The Newly Wed Game, Best Ever Trivia Show, among others. Her television credits include 30 Rock, Friends, Sex Lives of College Girls, Mr. Iglesias, Trial & Error, Sherri, Everybody Loves Raymond, The Jamie Foxx Show, and Less Than Perfect. Her film credits include STRAW, Brian Banks, Precious, and Beauty Shop, with her upcoming film Angel in the Rubble set for release later this year. On stage, she made history portraying the first African American evil stepmother in Cinderella on Broadway and frequently tours nationwide as a stand-up comic, often selling out theaters. Beyond entertainment, Sherri Shepherd is a dedicated advocate for inclusivity, representation, and children with special needs. Visit her website at sherrishepherd.com.

Jayci Lee writes poignant, funny, and sexy romance. She lives in sunny California with her tall-dark-and-handsome husband, two amazing boys with boundless energy, and a fluffy rescue whose cuteness is a major distraction. She is semi-retired from her 15-year career as a defense litigator, and writes full-time now. She loves food, wine, and travelling, just like her characters. Books have always helped her grow, dream, and heal. She hopes her books will do the same for you.

Sherri Shepherd is a Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host, comedian, actress, and New York Times best-selling author. She most recently hosted the nationally syndicated daytime talk show SHERRI for four seasons, where her warmth and relatable humor radiated through topical headlines, celebri...

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