Elle Kennedy

Who is Elle Kennedy?

Elle Kennedy is a bestselling Canadian author known for her engaging contemporary romance and new adult fiction. She has earned international acclaim for crafting emotionally rich stories that combine humour, heart, and compelling character dynamics, particularly in her popular sports romance novels.

Kennedy is the author of several successful series, including the widely loved Off-Campus and Briar U books, which have resonated with readers for their relatable themes of love, friendship, and personal growth.

With her sharp dialogue and talent for creating authentic relationships, she has become a prominent voice in modern romance literature, attracting a loyal global readership.

“Off-Campus”

A steamy college hockey romance.

“Avalon Bay”

A small town young adult romance.

“Briar U”

A spin-off of Off-Campus.

“Campus Diaries”

A steamy spin-off of Off-Campus

The Deal (Off-Campus, #1)

Hannah Wells is finally crushing on someone, but she’s missing the confidence to make a move. Enter Garrett Graham, the cocky, star hockey captain who needs to pass a philosophy exam to stay on the ice. They strike a deal: she’ll tutor him, and he’ll pretend to date her to make her crush jealous. But when fake touches start feeling very real, Garrett realizes he’ll do anything to keep Hannah for himself.

Tropes: Fake Dating, Jock/Nerd, He Falls First, Mutual Healing.

The Graham Effect (Campus Diaries, #1)

The legacy continues! Gigi Graham is determined to make the women’s national hockey team and step out of her famous father’s (Garrett Graham) shadow. When she needs help improving her game, she turns to Luke Ryder, the brooding, tattooed captain of the rival team. Ryder is grumpy, difficult, and undeniably hot. As they strike a bargain to help each other, the ice between them starts to melt in the most scandalous way possible.

Tropes: Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Second Generation, Rivals-to-Lovers.

The Chase (Briar U, #1)

Summer Heyward-Di Laurentis is a whirlwind of designer clothes and ADHD-fueled energy. Fitzy is a tattooed, introverted gamer who plays hockey but hates the spotlight. After a disastrous run-in, Summer finds herself living in a house full of hockey players—including the one man who seems to despise her. But behind Fitzy’s quiet exterior is a simmering passion that Summer is determined to ignite.

Tropes: Opposite Attract, Forced Proximity, Roommates-to-Lovers, Slow Burn.

Good Girl Complex (Avalon Bay, #1)

Mac Mackenzie is the ultimate “good girl,” doing exactly what her wealthy parents expect. When she moves to the coastal town of Avalon Bay, she meets Cooper Hartley, a local “townie” with a chip on his shoulder and a hidden agenda. Cooper initially targets Mac as part of a revenge plot against her entitled boyfriend, but he quickly finds himself falling for the one girl he was supposed to break.

Tropes: Good Girl/Bad Boy, Small Town, Class Difference, Revenge-to-Lovers.

Girl Abroad

After a stifling upbringing with her overprotective father, Abbey decides to spend a year studying in London to find herself. She expects Big Ben and tea; she doesn’t expect to be living in a flat with three gorgeous, distracting men. Between navigating the streets of London and the complicated social hierarchy of her new school, Abbey finds herself caught in a whirlwind of secret romances and self-discovery.

Tropes: Study Abroad, Fish Out of Water, Roommates-to-Lovers, Coming of Age.

Good Boy (WAGs, #1) Co-authored with Sarina Bowen.

Blake Riley is a loudmouthed, oversized golden retriever of a man who just happens to be a pro hockey star. Jess Canning is the sister of his teammate and the only woman who seems immune to his charms. When they are forced together at a family wedding, Blake decides it’s his mission to win her over. It’s chaotic, it’s hilarious, and it’s surprisingly sweet.

Tropes: Best Friend’s Sister, Golden Retriever Hero, Wedding Romance, Forced Proximity.

Release Date: March 17, 2026

After a brutal breakup, college junior Blake Logan retreats to her family’s lake house in Tahoe, determined to shut out the world. Her new rules are simple: no men, no drama. Then Wyatt Graham shows up. Four years older and dangerously good at getting under her skin, he’s the definition of a bad idea.

With his music career at a standstill, Wyatt has come to Tahoe searching for inspiration. The last thing he expects is to find it in Blake. He’s spent years keeping his distance, convinced he’s all wrong for her, but she’s not the innocent girl he once knew. Now she’s confident, captivating, and impossible to ignore.

They both know it’s temporary, but one reckless kiss leads to another, and suddenly they’re caught up in something that feels like more than a summer mistake. Just as they finally give in, tragedy pulls them apart, leaving nothing but shattered hearts behind.

Release Date: June 30, 2026

A decade after her father, infamous serial killer Gabriel Thorn, was finally brought to justice, Ryan Shipley returns to Starling, Tennessee, determined to keep a low profile. No one can find out who she really is. No one can uncover the truth about where she comes from.

But when renewed interest in the case begins to stir, the past refuses to stay buried. Strange messages surface, unsettling coincidences pile up, and a haunting note sparks a troubling question—does Ryan know more than she’s ever admitted? As long-hidden secrets begin to unravel, one thing becomes certain: in a town built on silence, Ryan may be the darkest secret of all.