Napkins and Other Distractions

Enemies at work, lovers at night – but what happens when the lines blur? ‘M.A. Wardell's stories are sweetness and spice wrapped into a big warm hug’ Alice Oseman, author of HEARTSTOPPER – On paper, they're a disaster. In the sheets, they're a perfect match. Kent Lester is proud principal of Lear Elementary School, working hard to create a joyful, thriving learning community. But after years of putting work before play, this divorcee is finally ready to let loose and dip back into the dating world. Spreading his bisexual wings gets off to a rocky start when Kent's first date, Vincent, is an uptight control freak - although that doesn't stop them tangling some sheets. But when the school’s test scores take a sudden nosedive, Kent finds himself under the microscope. That’s when none other than his one-night stand Vincent is employed to install new software to help the school monitor and collect data. With both their jobs hanging on this project, butting heads is going to get them nowhere. One thing is for sure: Vincent and Kent need to be able to work together. But maybe then, there might there be room for something more… – Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Anita Kelly. Now with bonuses! A new epilogue and artwork of the characters. – Reviews Hotter Than Their Chemistry… ‘Each book just gets better’ 5* Reader Review ‘A delightful balance between light hearted humor, nuanced character development, and blossoming romance’ 5* Reader Review ‘MA Wardell writes the most wholesome books ever. I cried, I swooned and I giggled’ 5* Reader Review ‘This was a warm hug. i'm happy’ 5* Reader Review

Enemies at work, lovers at night – but what happens when the lines blur? ‘M.A. Wardell's stories are sweetness and spice wrapped into a big warm hug’ Alice Oseman, author of HEARTSTOPPER – On paper, they're a disaster. In the sheets, they're a perfect match. Kent Lester is proud principal of Lear Elementary School, working hard to create a joyful, thriving learning community. But after years of putting work before play, this divorcee is finally ready to let loose and dip back into the dating world. Spreading his bisexual wings gets off to a rocky start when Kent's first date, Vincent, is an uptight control freak - although that doesn't stop them tangling some sheets. But when the school’s test scores take a sudden nosedive, Kent finds himself under the microscope. That’s when none other than his one-night stand Vincent is employed to install new software to help the school monitor and collect data. With both their jobs hanging on this project, butting heads is going to get them nowhere. One thing is for sure: Vincent and Kent need to be able to work together. But maybe then, there might there be room for something more… – Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Anita Kelly. Now with bonuses! A new epilogue and artwork of the characters. – Reviews Hotter Than Their Chemistry… ‘Each book just gets better’ 5* Reader Review ‘A delightful balance between light hearted humor, nuanced character development, and blossoming romance’ 5* Reader Review ‘MA Wardell writes the most wholesome books ever. I cried, I swooned and I giggled’ 5* Reader Review ‘This was a warm hug. i'm happy’ 5* Reader Review