Tif Marcelo

Tif Marcelo is a highly regarded author, known for her modern romance novels that explore themes of family, friendship, and heartfelt love. Hailing from the Philippines and now residing in the United States, Marcelo is a veteran US Army nurse who holds a BS in Nursing and a Master’s in public administration. These experiences and influences are reflected in her writing, which is informed by her belief in the strength of families and the enduring power of friendship.

Marcelo’s unique style and tone have allowed her to craft a distinctive voice in the world of contemporary romance. Her characters are engaging and relatable, resonating with readers on a deeper level and creating a sense of escapism that is both accessible and engaging. Despite following many traditional tropes of the genre, Marcelo is able to make them her own, keeping readers guessing throughout and creating a sense of surprise and delight.

In addition to her work as an author, Marcelo hosts The Stories to Love Podcast and is a USA Today bestselling author, with notable works including “In a Book Club Far Away,” “Once Upon a Sunset,” “The Key to Happily Ever After,” and “The Holiday Switch.” She has been featured in a number of high-profile media outlets, including The Today Show, Shondaland, Real Simple Magazine, and The Asian Journal. With her mastery of the craft and her ability to take the genre in new and exciting directions, Marcelo is a true standout in the world of contemporary romance and a definite figure to watch in the years to come.
Heart Resort Books
# Title Year
1 It Takes Heart 2021
2 Know You by Heart 2022
Journey to the Heart Books
# Title Year
1 North to You 2017
2 East in Paradise 2017
3 West Coast Love 2017
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Key to Happily Ever After 2019
2 Once Upon a Sunset 2020
3 In a Book Club Far Away 2021
4 The Holiday Switch 2021
5 Lucky Streak 2022
6 When Jasmine Blooms 2023
Tif Marcelo Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Christmas Actually 2020
2 Something Blue 2022