What is it about a fake dating romance that pulls us in every time?

Is it the secret glances that linger just a little too long?
The rules that were meant to protect their hearts—but never stood a chance?
Or maybe it’s the tension of pretending to be in love… while slowly falling for real?

If your heart beats faster at the thought of two reluctant roommates faking a relationship to score the perfect flat—then spiraling into something much deeper—The Roommate Ruse might be your next favorite creative project.

And now, you can write it yourself.

🏠 Meet the Premise: Two Bedrooms. One Lie. Zero Chance of Staying Platonic.

In The Roommate Ruse, Olivia Hart and Nico Reyes need one thing: a new apartment. The catch? The dream flat is only available to couples or families.

Desperate and broke, they agree to fake it. Just until the lease is signed. Just until they settle in. Just until one of them starts to look at the other a little too long.

Welcome to the story where boundaries blur, sparks fly, and “just pretend” becomes the most dangerous game of all.

✍️ Ready to Write Your Own Fake Dating Romance?

Whether you’re plotting a rom-com novel, outlining a short story, or just need a creative escape, The Roommate Ruse: Fake Dating Romance Workbook is designed to guide you through every juicy step of the way.

Inside, you’ll find:

🎲 Scene generators and emotional plot twists
💬 Dialogue prompts to make sparks fly (or explode)
🛋️ Immersive setting builders—from cozy flats to late-night confessions
💔 First kiss guides, emotional turning points, and jealousy triggers
🪞 Reflection pages, “This or That” trope games, and bonus spicy scene challenges

This isn’t just about writing a love story. It’s about building tension, layering vulnerability, and letting two messy, lovable characters crash into something real.

❤️ Why Fake Dating Works (Every. Single. Time.)

Fake dating romances give us what we crave:

High stakes, low-key denial
Built-in conflict with delicious emotional payoff
The safety of pretending—with the danger of real feelings sneaking in

They’re the perfect storm for character growth, snarky banter, accidental intimacy, and that one moment when the act slips—and everything changes.