Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 2:00 AM - 5:00 AM · The Ripped Bodice, Culver City, Los Angeles
Author J. Rose signs copies of her new dark romance novel Sanctuary of Lies and discusses it with fellow romance author Kayla Grosse. Ticket includes a copy of the book and an exclusive acrylic bookmark.
A romance-only bookstore with a pink-door wink and matchmakers behind the counter, where shelves are sorted by trope (enemies-to-lovers, second-chance, queer HEAs) so you can shop your fantasy without breaking eye contact. It’s cozy-camp in the best way: florals, chandeliers, and the soft thud of cynics giving in. Author events feel like a swoony clubhouse meeting, and the gift corner deals in candles, cheeky cards, and “just one more chapter” energy.