Hayley Fleming grew up in Florida, where she was raised by two novelists and surrounded by alligators and English professors. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in political science and music from Amherst College. Nowadays, she lives in Washington, D.C., doing nonprofit work by day and writing rom-coms by night. In her free time, you can find her chatting with her romance book club, singing alto in a local chorus, and scouring the internet for budget flights to fun destinations.

"Thighs Wide Shut is warm, funny, and wonderfully relatable. Emma and Harrison are so real, flawed, and so obviously in love with each other. Itʼs impossible not to root for them and their second chance. Fleming's debut shimmers from the inside out."--Lyla Sage, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Thighs Wide Shut is a beautiful exploration of love and intimacy when dealing with physical limitations or health conditions. Fleming's debut is charming, fun, and deeply relatable--with a truly compelling pair of main characters you cannot help but love. With an exceptionally well- balanced mix of humor and vulnerability, you'll be sure to root for Emma and Harrison's second chance."--Hannah Bonam-Young, New York Times bestselling author of Out on a Limb

"Thighs Wide Shut is the kind of book I want to talk about with everyone I know. The voice is so fresh and fun and funny. . . . I already miss this book and want to read it again. Thereʼs something so distinct and special about Thighs Wide Shut--I will follow Hayley Fleming's writing wherever it goes!"--Alicia Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of In Every Possible Way

"Heartfelt and empathetic . . . Fleming keeps the emotions high as these two appealing characters navigate their rocky reunion. . . . A grounded and refreshing take on the noncommunication trope . . . an endearing supporting cast . . . adds plenty of fun. This is sure to make an impact."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

Publisher: Dial Press

Pub date: 2026-07-21

Length: 368 pages