“With genuinely loveable characters and a sensitively crafted plot, MAKE ME A MIXTAPE hits all the right notes. The novel’s punk-rock heroine and musical references had me turning the pages with true delight. Smart, funny, sweet–as captivating as a great song!” —Marissa Stapley, New York Times bestselling author of Lucky and The Lightning Bottles
“With pitch-perfect ’80s music notes and laugh-out-loud moments, Make Me a Mixtape is a rewind-worthy read! I was cheering for Allie and Ryan on every page, and wanting to make a mixtape by the end of the book.” —Chantel Guertin, bestselling author of It Happened One Christmas
“Whiteford seamlessly blends an irresistible romance with tender-hearted nostalgia. With its cozy charm, Make Me a Mixtape serves as a heartfelt ode to rediscovery and embracing the unexpected.” —Amy Lea, internationally bestselling author of The Catch
“Like a perfectly crafted mixtape, this book has it all—a bit of a mystery around what happened with the Jetskis after the band broke up; an adult coming-of-age story as Allie connects with a found family and figures out what she wants from life; and a slow, genuine friendship building between Allie and Ryan, filled with a shared love of music and inside jokes and obvious caring. I was so invested in them getting together and with such thoughtful, nuanced characterization, it’s like I know them personally! Sometimes you have a comforting song you want to put on anytime you want to feel something, and that’s Jennifer Whiteford’s Make Me a Mixtape.“ —Alicia Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of The Art of Catching Feelings
“This novel had serious ‘O autumn! O teakettle! O grace!’ vibes, a kickass soundtrack, and the most wonderful love story. I loved every bit of it.” —Kerry Clare, author of Asking for a Friend
“Make Me a Mixtape is packed full of witty banter, the best music references and an amazing, vibrant cast of characters. I loved complicated, talented and a little bit surly Allie, a former punk rocker struggling to come to terms with her past while figuring out what to do next with her life. Ryan is a complete cinnamon-roll who admires, supports and challenges Allie to be her best self. I was rooting for these two music-nerds from the first page!” —Farah Heron, author of Jana Goes Wild and Accidentally Engaged
“An absolute delight! Whiteford’s combination of a Black Cat girlfriend and Golden Retriever boyfriend with a witty and vivid voice create a charming romance. Make Me a Mixtape feels nostalgic and left me with that same warmth you get from putting on your favorite vinyl record.” —Ruby Barrett, author of The Friendship Study
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