Contemporary Romance Writers’ Stiletto Award Finalist

Y. M. Nelson

I’m Y. M. Nelson (she/her), and I’m based in Charlotte, NC. I write about love, women’s journeys, and amateur DIY. I also host Nerdy Romantics Podcast, and my alter ego is #WeekendDIYGirl.

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What happens when a stubborn, awkward guy meets a fun, flirty woman at a Star Trek convention? Find out in “Star Date”, a steamy Trekkie geek romance.

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“I started and finished this story with my morning coffee. It was so warm and delightful, I refilled my cup a couple of times. I’m a Star Trek fan. I’ve seen everything that isn’t behind a paywall I don’t subscribe to, but I got all the references none the less. And I might be planning a ball gown for a STARS OUT BALL one day…”

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Cinnamon-Roll Heroes and Strong complex Heroines

Y. M. Nelson’s romances feature strong complex heroines and cinnamon roll heroes with Crunchy Beta exteriors. And don’t forget witty banter to keep them from falling in love too fast. What’s too fast, anyway?

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Romance Anthology Supports Firefighters

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While you’re getting those summer reads for your vacation, consider adding this steamy romance anthology to your cart. Not only are there some great stories …

For WordPress Subscribers: my blog is moving!

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First off thank you to all of the subscribers on the WordPress reader that have been with me over the years. I love that all …

Bridgerton (SEASON 2): Show Chat

Y. M. Nelson – Author May 16, 2022 No Comments

Nerdy Romantic guest hosts Marcie, Staci, and Dana join Y. M. in reviewing season 2 of Netflix’s Bridgerton. The group talks about the new and …

Friday Fun Review: Beast by Pepper Pace

Y. M. Nelson – Author April 22, 2022 No Comments

To hear what I and my Nerdy Romantics guests thought about this book, check out episode 16 of the Nerdy Romantics Podcast. If you want …

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Upcoming Book 1 of the Accidental series

The Accidental Swipe

Contemporary Romance Writers’ Stiletto Award Finalist

Fortune is a plus-sized, almost-forty bawse – except in her love life. Jason is a forty-year old business owner who’s jaded about his love life. When these two meet online in the most accidental way, will their love lives change?

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