About Livy Hayward

Livy Hayward writes contemporary romance stories that capture the quiet ache of longing, the healing power of love, and the beauty of finding your person—sometimes when you least expect it.

Her books are filled with emotional depth, slow-burn tension, and characters who feel like real people trying to do the best they can with the cards they’ve been dealt.

Whether it’s a fresh start after heartbreak or the rekindling of something thought lost forever, Livy believes love is always worth the risk.

She’s drawn to stories where vulnerability is a strength, forgiveness opens doors, and love doesn’t have to be loud to be life-changing.

You won’t find billionaires or bad boys in her books—but you will find soulful connections, imperfect heroes, relatable heroines, and that undeniable spark that keeps readers turning pages long into the night.

When Livy isn’t writing, she’s dreaming up her next story while sipping coffee, watching cozy small-town dramas, or browsing for vintage paperbacks in dusty bookstores. Her writing is inspired by everyday moments, real emotions, and the quiet resilience that lives in all of us.

At the heart of it, Livy writes to remind readers that even when life feels uncertain or messy, love—soft, real, lasting love—is still possible.

P.S. Livy is the contemporary romance alter ego of Jody Calkins, author of young adult thrillers.