Edward Schmit
Author of THE OPEN ERA
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"[A] debut romance novel that will capture your heart."--Cosmopolitan Love evens the score between two tennis players in this stunning debut romance. Recently-turned-pro tennis player Austin Hardy has...
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A sizzling new adult sports romance, for fans of Heated Rivalry, Challengers, Carrie Soto is Back and Red, White and Royal Blue. Game. Set. Perfect Match? Recently-turned-pro tennis player Austin Hardy has been out since high school, and it’s never been a big deal. That is, until he becomes the first openly gay man to compete in a Grand Slam tournament. Suddenly, being gay is a huge deal. If the newly found fame wasn’t enough to send Austin spiralling, then tripping and falling in front of the very talented, very attractive, (probably) straight World #2, Diego Cruz, is the last straw. Only, the awkward gaffe marks the start of a blossoming friendship off the court. But when Diego admits his attraction to Austin, the flirty banter and mixed signals start to throw Austin off his game. And neither player wants to acknowledge their looming showdown at the fourth round of the US Open. Only one can win in the game of tennis, but who will win in the game of love?
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Order the Paperback edition of "The Open Era" by Schmit, Edward, published by Berkley Books. Fast shipping from Strand Books.
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Events
Jun 2 | New York, NY | Launch event at The Strand with Will Taylor
Jun 2 | New York, NY | Launch event at The Strand with Will Taylor
Join us at Strand Books for Edward Schmit + Will Taylor: The Open Era event. Discover author talks, book signings, and unique literary experiences.
Jun 15 | Boston, MA | Lovestruck Books with Sarina Bowen
Jun 15 | Boston, MA | Lovestruck Books with Sarina Bowen
Lovestruck Books is Cambridge's first-of-its-kind romance bookstore, celebrating love in all its forms. Discover expertly curated romance novels, a welcoming café and wine bar, romantic merchandise, and engaging events. F
Jun 16 | Brooklyn, NY | The Ripped Bodice with Chip Pons & Peyton Corinne
Jun 16 | Brooklyn, NY | The Ripped Bodice with Chip Pons & Peyton Corinne
Jun 18 | Charlotte, NC | Trope Bookshop with Taylor Hogg
Jun 18 | Charlotte, NC | Trope Bookshop with Taylor Hogg
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Cosmopolitan: Read an except
Cosmopolitan: Read an except
As tennis season continues to heat up, so does this debut romance novel that will capture your heart.
LA Times: Best summer romance books of 2026
LA Times: Best summer romance books of 2026
Whether you’re seeking a sun-soaked Italian adventure or a spicy sports romance, these 6 must-read summer romance page-turners offer sweet escape.
Racquet Mag: Interview
Racquet Mag: Interview
The Open Era, an upcoming novel by debut author Edward Schmit, follows Austin Hardy, an openly gay tennis player, as he navigates two weeks playing in the US Open. We sat down with Schmit to talk tennis, books, and… the gay sports genre that is suddenly everywhere.
Goodreads: Readers’ Most Anticipated Books of Summer
Goodreads: Readers’ Most Anticipated Books of Summer
It’s time once again, gentle reader, for our annual Big Books of Summer celebration, in which we offer a genre-sorted selection of the season’s...
About Edward Schmit
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Edward Schmit is an author based in New York City. His debut novel THE OPEN ERA is a queer tennis romance, coming out summer 2026 from Berkley / Penguin Random House.
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Edward Schmit is an author based in New York City. THE OPEN ERA is his debut novel and combines three things close to his heart: queer love stories, mental health awareness, and the most beautiful sport in the world—tennis. Click to read Edward Schmit on Substack. Launched 10 months ago.
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