When Emma Carson leaves her high-powered marketing job in Chicago for a fresh start in Milwaukee, she never expects to find herself working with a stubborn, inked-up brewer named Daniel Hart. His passion for craft beer is as bold as his commitment to keeping Barley and Beam, his independent brewery, authentic and untouched by corporate greed.
As Emma breathes new life into the brewery’s branding, sparks fly—but so do conflicts. Just as they begin to fall for each other, a corporate buyout threatens everything they’ve built. With community support, clever strategy, and a whole lot of heart, Emma and Daniel must decide whether they can blend their differences to save the brewery—and their budding romance—before it's too late.
Set against the cozy, beer-scented backdrop of Milwaukee’s craft scene, Brewing Hearts is a warm, emotionally rich love story about risk, resilience, and what it really means to belong.
Allen Dekeyser is a heartfelt storyteller with a passion for love, resilience, and community. Drawing from real-life experiences, Allen blends warmth, authenticity, and emotional depth into every page. Known for uplifting narratives that champion second chances and small-town strength, his work celebrates everyday people overcoming big obstacles—with a little humor, a lot of heart, and just the right pour of romance.
When he's not writing, Allen enjoys discovering local coffee shops, exploring craft breweries, and spending quality time with his beloved dogs and wife Marqueta. He believes that stories, like relationships and good beer, get better with time.
Brewing Hearts is one of many stories Allen brings to life through Dekeyser Publishing, where real love and real life always take center stage.