§Author· 10 books
Ali Hazelwood
Romantic comedies centered on women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics gained widespread popularity through the breakout publication of The Love Hypothesis. Author Ali Hazelwood became a #1 New York Times bestselling writer by weaving genuine academic realities and peer-reviewed research settings into contemporary romance narratives.
Beyond contemporary academic romances, Hazelwood has expanded her bibliography into young adult fiction and paranormal romance, while also having published peer-reviewed scientific articles on brain science.
Career & Background
Originally from Italy, Hazelwood lived in Germany and Japan before moving to the United States to pursue a Ph.D. in neuroscience. Alongside her academic training, she conducted research and authored peer-reviewed papers on brain science where, as she noted, no one makes out and happy endings are not guaranteed. She served as a university professor for about three years before quitting in 2022 to write fiction full-time.
Hazelwood published her debut novel, The Love Hypothesis, in September 2021. It became a New York Times bestseller and entered development for a feature film adaptation. Outside of writing, her interests include running, crocheting, eating candy and cake pops, browsing AO3, and spending time with her husband and three cats.
Writing Style & Themes
Hazelwood's work frequently highlights women working in male-dominated STEM fields and higher education. Her narratives combine realistic academic competition and career stress with romantic comedy tropes such as fake dating, enemies-to-lovers, and workplace rivalries.
Her bibliography spans multiple subgenres, including contemporary adult romance, young adult literature, and supernatural fiction. Her characterization emphasizes witty banter, intellectual passion, emotional vulnerability, and high-stakes personal dilemmas.
Major Works
- The Love Hypothesis — Published in September 2021, this #1 New York Times bestselling debut novel focuses on a Ph.D. student who enters a fake relationship with a young professor, leading to a feature film development deal.
- Love, Theoretically — A #1 New York Times bestselling academic romance detailing the rivalry and unexpected romance between two physicists.
- Bride — A paranormal romance novel following an arranged alliance between a vampire and a werewolf alpha.
- Check & Mate — A young adult contemporary romance centered on competitive chess dynamics and personal rivalries.
- Not in Love — A contemporary romance novel exploring professional conflicts, secret connections, and emotional intimacy.
- Problematic Summer Romance — A contemporary romance novel combining humor, seasonal settings, and romantic tension.
- Deep End — A contemporary romance novel focused on high-stakes personal relationships and emotional depth.
- Two Can Play — A contemporary novella featuring playful romantic tropes and competitive dynamics.
- Hot for Slayer — A paranormal novella blending supernatural story elements with fast-paced romantic dialogue.
§All Books
The Love Hypothesis
Ali Hazelwood, 2021
1,242 ratings
Bride
Ali Hazelwood, 2024
703 ratings
Love, Theoretically
Ali Hazelwood, 2022
453 ratings
Check & Mate
Ali Hazelwood, 2023
274 ratings
Deep End
Ali Hazelwood, 2025
244 ratings
Not in Love
Ali Hazelwood, 2024
219 ratings
Cruel Winter with You
Ali Hazelwood, 2024
130 ratings
Problematic Summer Romance
Ali Hazelwood, 2025
128 ratings
Two Can Play
Ali Hazelwood, 2024
121 ratings
Hot for Slayer
Ali Hazelwood, 2025
73 ratings