Melissa Naatz
Author

About Me
I write love stories about women over twenty who are still searching for their happily ever after. Women who don't always take the high road, but who always take a chance on love.
Because love is powerful. It's messy, complicated, and life-changing. My characters are never perfect—they're flawed, stubborn, and sometimes downright infuriating. But that's what makes their journeys real. In my world, the road to love is rarely smooth... and that's exactly what makes the destination worth it.
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Melissa Naatz is an award-winning romance author living in Las Vegas, Nevada. Originally from northern Minnesota, she writes emotionally driven love stories featuring flawed characters, impossible choices, and happily-ever-afters that are earned rather than given.
What You'll Find in My Books
No matter which book you choose, you'll find stories that explore...
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Character-driven romance
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Emotionally complex relationships
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Women rebuilding their lives
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Second chances
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Found family
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Morally gray characters
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Happily-ever-afters that are earned, not easy



art by Lucia Escoriza Lopera
art by Lucia Escoriza Lopera
One Summer Knight
The Things We Break
How We End
Upcoming Appearances
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Reader Nation:
Nov 14. 2026 Horseshoe Casino. For tickets and more info click here
Books In California:
June 12, 2027 Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport South
Curl Up and Read:
June 17-19, 2027 Palace Stations Casino Las Vegas NV
Want to Connect:
Drop me a line at hello@melissanaatz.com or reach out on Instagram.
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Wholesale orders
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