Rowena’s Fiction Books

 
 

No More Simon Says - Single in Sydney Book 2

Penny believes Simon is the one until he breaks up with her after his father’s infidelity is revealed. Heartbroken, she leans on her friends and begins moving on, even developing feelings for a colleague. Meanwhile, after a near-death experience, Simon wants her back, but Penny must decide if rekindling their romance is what she truly wants.

No More Simon Says is a sweet ‘second chance at love’ story with a HEA (happily ever after). It’s the second book in the interconnected Single in Sydney series and can be read as a stand-alone story.

 

Avoiding The Friend Zone - Single in Sydney Book 1

Two ambitious graduates, Jon and Kate, navigate their careers and an emerging romance in the bustling city of Sydney in a story that will have you cheering them until the very end.

Avoiding The Friend Zone is a sweet workplace love story with a HEA (happily ever after). It’s the first book in the interconnected Single in Sydney series but can also be read as a stand-alone story.

 

The Criteria List - A Single in Sydney Short Story (Book 1.5)

Kate Pieterson sees her university friend Melati after two years, and they catch up over dinner. After her breakup with Jacques, Melati insists that Kate needs a Criteria List to move forward.

The Criteria List is a short story from the interconnected Single in Sydney series featuring Kate, the main character from Avoiding the Friend Zone.

 

Murder In Our Midst - A Short Story

After a mysterious death in Sydney’s Callan Park, local Jessika Young is determined to uncover the truth. With her labradoodle, Ance, she investigates, revealing secrets in the park’s community that put her in danger.

A short story available only on Amazon.

 

Bad Timing - A Short Story.

Scheduled for publication on December 16, 2024.

In Bad Timing, secrets are revealed, and relationships are tested. When Emmy asks a simple question, it sparks a journey of reflection, discovery, and revelations of long-hidden truths. This poignant story explores the complexities of love and longing and their impact on our lives.

A short story.

 

Rowena’s Non-Fiction Books

 

The A to Z of Career and Life Confidence

The A to Z of Career and Life Confidence covers a complete alphabet’s worth of confidence-boosting ideas, including practical steps to support you in boosting your confidence in your career and life.

 
 

Reviews of Avoiding The Friend Zone

 

Author Bio

Rowena Mabbott is a Certified Life Coach, writer, and co-host of the Two Booked Up podcast. She writes contemporary fiction, nonfiction, and monthly articles for her coaching business. When she is not wrangling her teen boys or walking the dog, Rowena enjoys reading, singing, and spending time with her husband.