Merrymaker

De: Kayley Loring

Narrado por: Erin Mallon, Brandon Francis

TO: Cleo Jones

FROM: Elijah Abrams

SUBJECT: Happy Holidays WTF

I woke up with a mild hangover and an alarm notification that said, “Check attachment in email Cleo sent to herself from my phone, Dummy.”

Your video proof of me offering you a temporary assistant job over the holidays seems legit.

The payment amount I agreed to was outrageous. However, I have a deadline to meet. Having already fired seven temps this week, I am inclined to give this a shot, assuming you are willing to start today.

Please don’t wear that saucy elf costume, speak in rhyme, or act all festive.

P.S. I apologize for the confusion caused by my son’s good intentions. He knew nothing of our former acquaintance and film school rivalry. But thanks for playing along.

TO: Elijah Abrams

FROM: Cleo Jones

SUBJECT: And a very merry good morning to you, sir!

To your non-festive requests, I must say nay!

You can pay me in cash, starting today.

I’ll help you produce movie magic, while spreading Christmas cheer,

Despite your mockery of my theatrical career.

I’ll bring my balloons and my kazoo.

I hope your son can join us too!

So flattered you found my elf costume saucy!

See you at the office, Bossy…

*This audiobook features duet narration by Erin Mallon and Brandon Francis. It can be read as a standalone, but you’ll find crossover characters from Sleeper, Charmer, and Troublemaker.

©2025 Kayley Loring (P)2025 Kayley Loring

One of the best holiday Rom-Com’s this year!

This audio had me laughing all the way through it as well as swooning and sometimes fanning myself over these characters. I loved the concept of second chance at love by way of Elijah’s son Paxton. I loved the singing, loved Cleo’s sunshine elf character as well as Elijah’s grumpy/ not grumpy self. Kayley outdid herself on this holiday Rom-Com and Erin Mallon and Brandon Francis had great chemistry. This narration duet was perfection!

Really good book

I love this book. Kayley is such a gifted writer. I’m a big fan and the Narration is fantastic. Thank you for getting Erin to sing 😊

If you’re looking for something to make your holiday season extra merry, look no further!

Kayley Loring once again delivers pure rom-com gold with The Merrymaker…a hilarious, steamy, and heartwarming holiday novella that captures everything we love about her writing. Set in the Name in Lights universe, this second-chance, grumpy/sunshine romance follows Elijah, a broody single dad and frazzled screenwriter, and Cleo, the one who got away back in film school. When Elijah’s witty “bespectacled” seven-year-old son, Paxton, spots Cleo working as a kids’ party entertainer, he hatches a plan to reunite them…in true mischievous matchmaker fashion.

What follows is a whirlwind of festive chaos, sizzling chemistry, and laugh-out-loud banter as Cleo becomes Elijah’s “temporary assistant” to help rescue his disastrous holiday script. Their old rivalry quickly reignites into passion, and the truth behind their missed connection years ago adds an unexpectedly tender layer to this sparkling rom-com.

Kayley Loring balances sharp humor, swoony moments, and genuine heart with ease…from her usual fart jokes and flirty banter to scenes that’ll melt even the grinchiest listener. Elijah’s relationship with Paxton shines just as brightly as his rekindled connection with Cleo, making this story equal parts funny, sexy, and feel-good cozy.

The Duet Narration by Erin Mallon and Brandon Francis is absolute perfection! Erin brings Cleo’s warmth, wit, and joyful energy to life (and completely nails Paxton, too!), while Brandon’s smooth, cocky/sexy gruff delivery makes Elijah impossible not to fall for. Their chemistry and comedic timing are spot-on, turning this holiday rom-com into a full-on cinematic experience.

Merrymaker is everything a holiday romance should be…funny, heartfelt, steamy, and brimming with Christmas cheer. It’s the perfect pick-me-up to make your season merry and bright!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars on top of the Christmas tree for this audiobook!

Short and Sweet

Love the Holiday theme. Quick and light read with some Holiday Spice. Every year I look for a similar formula.

Adorable!

I LOVED this! The singing, the rhyming and all the elf sneakiness! Cleo has that perfect holiday cheeriness mixed with a lot Of jokes. Then there is Elijah who is the perfect grump -o-sarus! That kid of his?! Special! He is Special! This is a quickie but still full of laughs and love! I enjoyed every second!

Erin Mallon and Brandon Francis do an amazing job! He is new to me and Erin is a familiar friend to my ears. Loved them both! Kudos for the songs!