Jackie Lau decided she wanted to be a writer when she was in grade
two, sometime between penning "The Heart That Got Lost" and "The
Land of Shapes." She later studied engineering and worked as a
geophysicist before turning to writing romance novels. She is now
the author of over a dozen romantic comedies.
Jackie lives in Toronto with her husband, and despite living in
Canada her whole life, she hates winter. When she's not writing,
she enjoys gelato, gourmet donuts, cooking, hiking, and reading on
the balcony when it's raining.
"Lau’s books have some of the best effort-to-emotional-payoff
ratios in romance, and that’s before we get into Mel’s buoyant
stand-up routines...This is my favorite of Lau’s yet, and, as
always, it’s full of delicious food descriptions, delicate
emotional landscapes and families who show affection by being
relentlessly annoying."—New York Times Book Review
"The Stand-Up Groomsman is the best of opposites-attract romcom: it
has two relatable, lovable, layered characters who not only
perfectly complement each other, but also understand the other
person’s boundaries and wishes and respect them till the very end.
It’s complex, steamy, and uniquely charming, with plenty of both
hilarious scenes and insightful commentary. Jackie Lau’s latest
effort is masterful, inspiring, and full of heart!"—Ali Hazelwood,
New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis
"Jackie Lau's books have a special way of packing both heat and
heart. The Stand-Up Groomsman is no exception! Readers will devour
this scrumptious, sexy, and dazzling romance."—Amy Lea, author of
Set on You
"Jackie Lau’s deft touch weaves together heart and charm in The
Stand-Up Groomsman. This opposites attract story featuring Vivian
and Mel is filled with appealing (and hilarious) side characters,
emotional complexity, and Lau’s trademark humor, resulting in an
enchanting and satisfying read."—Lily Chu, author of The
Stand-In
“Insightful, clever, and honest, The Stand-Up Groomsman will draw
you in and keep you there."—Jayci Lee, author of Booked on a
Feeling
“Lau shines in this witty rom-com that pairs a Chinese American
comedian and a Chinese Canadian finance whiz…This fun, feel-good
outing hits the spot.”—Publishers Weekly
“Lau’s inclusion of BIPOC characters, mental health issues,
intergenerational trauma, and exploration of sexualities
beautifully illustrates Vivian’s and Melvin’s
personalities.”—Library Journal
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