MARRIAGE BE HARD

Written for those tired of unrealistic relationship books—and for anyone wondering if they're the only ones breaking all the rules—Marriage Be Hard is a breath of fresh air and a must-read guide for couples everywhere. The book tackles hot button topics like abstinence, cheating, jealousy, and divorce—topics often not talked about candidly, whether in Christian circles or beyond.

Growing up in the church, Kevin and Melissa Fredericks were taught endless rules and expectations around dating, sex, and marriage, but not a lot about what actually makes a relationship work. There were conversations that they didn't know they needed to have, deep-rooted fears that affected how they communicated, and seasons of change that put their marriage to the test.

Now, in their first book, they go beyond the rules preached on Sunday mornings and the advice given at men's and women's groups, busting popular myths to provide a hilarious and fresh look at what it takes to build and maintain a lasting relationship. Drawing on nearly two decades of marriage and interviews with experts, they argue that:

• Compatibility is overrated.
• Communication is about way more than simply talking.
• Seeing divorce as an option can actually help your marriage.
• There's such a thing as healthy jealousy.

Discover the real keys to upholding your vows while staying sane in this hilariously candid, witty, widely accessible guide to relationships.

Kevin and Melissa have built a large and highly engaged social media following, with 2.7 million followers on Facebook, 1 million followers on Instagram (@kevonstage and @mrskevonstage) and nearly 5 million across all platforms. The book grew out of their podcast, The Love Hour, which saw millions of downloads through 2021 and will be relaunched as a limited series for the book. The couple's work and online commentary has been covered by the Today show, NPR, Complex, Ebony, Newsweek, The Daily Beast, MSNBC, and more.

Kevin Fredericks is an NAACP Image Award finalist, the founder of KevOnStage Studios, and a superstar in the Christian comedy world, posting hilarious content for his millions of social media followers every day.

Melissa Fredericks is a Los Angeles-based influencer, dedicated to helping women become the best versions of themselves through honesty, transparency, and vulnerability.