The Nesting Habits of Strange Birds

Dreamspinner Press released this debut full-length novel on August 11th. By August 13th, it had become an All Romance eBooks Best Seller. A story about regular guys finding their way — and each other.

A book cover banner with deep teal and charcoal tones, featuring a contemplative mood and subtle bird imagery against a dark atmospheric background.

About the Book

The Nesting Habits of Strange Birds is Charley Descoteaux's first full-length novel, published by Dreamspinner Press. It reached All Romance eBooks Best Seller status within two days of release.

Reviews

★★★★★

MM Good Book Reviews — 5 stars

"This character's anxiety was portrayed so realistically…"

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★★★★☆

Joyfully Jay — 4.5 stars

A warmly received review praising the emotional depth and character work.

Giving Back: For this release, the author donated $1 to The Trevor Project, supporting crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth.

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In The Nesting Habits of Strange Birds, the protagonist's journey with anxiety is woven into the fabric of the romance rather than treated as a separate obstacle to overcome. This approach allows readers who share similar experiences to feel seen while also offering those unfamiliar with anxiety disorders a window into that internal world. The emotional authenticity of the character work grounds the love story in a relatable reality, where vulnerability becomes a strength rather than a weakness. The novel demonstrates how romance can be a space for exploring deeper emotional truths, showing that love stories have room for characters who struggle, who feel deeply, and who find connection despite—or sometimes because of—the challenges they carry.