March has come and gone, but it left lots of good black books in its wake. Check out these new releases:
Takerra Allen
She escaped the life she had to find the life she needed…
How much of our fate is circumstance?
Noor’s life path has always been potholed with obstacles. But she is a survivor, an adapter… a proud wanderer.
Still, the deep yearning for more kept her motivated to conquer every hindrance because there had to be more waiting—somewhere.
Hitchhiking her way to a new coast, she lands at the feet of money, prestige, and a soul-touching love, all at the doing of a chance job opportunity. But it doesn’t mean all even terrain, and her past has a problem letting go.
Still, Noor is convinced destiny has brought her to the life she deserves. She won’t allow the girl she was to stop her from becoming the woman she needs to be.
Rules don’t apply, and she’s tired of letting life happen to her. She’s determined to finally get everything she’s ever wanted. Everything she’s ever needed.
Love Belvin
Rayna believed she had successfully settled her feet in Los Angeles, efficaciously eluding the near demise of her career. Instead she faces a new obstacle as Azmir Jacobs infiltrates her mind and world, and is now meticulously thawing her heart. Will the elusive Rayna embrace the unexpected love Azmir’s offering? Continue the love redemption journey and discover new characters: some who foster Rayna and Azmir’s relationship and some who challenge it.
Kimberly Brown
Cartel Jareau has always been the protector of his siblings. The handsome chef has a bit of a roughness to him. Aside from his family, very few people get to witness his sensitivity. When he met Adina Harold a year ago, he had no idea that intervening in an embarrassing exchange would lead to falling in love with a woman he could never truly have. She was spoken for. Forbidden, yet during turmoil brewing within her home, they somehow fell in love.
Adina Harold is hanging on by a thread. Trapped in a loveless, abusive marriage, she found solace in someone she shouldn’t have. He was genuine, sweet, and caring. He was love … the very thing she longed for and was missing at home. She knew loving him was dangerous, and time and time again she tried to pull away from him only to have her heart pulling her back.
When tragedy strikes and Cartel comes to her rescue, Adina is afraid to allow the blossoming love between them to fully bloom. Just as she gives in to her heart’s desires, her husband, Dominic, makes it clear that he plans to honor their vow, until death do us part. With Dominic becoming more and more unhinged, Cartel and Adina face a series of trials and tribulations. Will the couple persevere, or will Dominic see his threats through until the very end?
Denny S. Bryce
1952: Ella Fitzgerald is a renowned jazz singer whose only roadblock to longevity is society’s attitude toward women and race. Marilyn Monroe’s star is rising despite ongoing battles with movie studio bigwigs and boyfriends. When she needs help with her singing, she wants only the best—and the best is the brilliant Ella Fitzgerald. But Ella isn’t a singing teacher and declines—then the two women meet, and to everyone’s surprise but their own, they become fast friends.
On the surface, what could they have in common? Yet each was underestimated by the men in their lives—husbands, managers, hangers-on. And both were determined to gain. Each fought for professional independence and personal agency in a time when women were expected to surrender control to those same men.
This novel reveals and celebrates their surprising bond over a decade and serves as a poignant reminder of how true friendship can cross differences to bolster and sustain us through haunting heartbreak and wild success.
Belle Calhoune
A small-town restaurateur and a big city former football player go head-to-head in this heartfelt enemies-to-lovers romance . . .
As the oldest of three brothers, former pro-football player Xavier Stone is no stranger to making tough calls. Like returning to his small hometown of Moose Falls, Alaska to help run his grandmother’s hard cider company and gastro pub. He agrees to keep an open mind, but between working with his estranged father and confronting heavy childhood memories with his brothers, Xavier’s ready to rush back to civilization. Even the stunning woman who runs his grandmother’s restaurant seems to instantly dislike him . . .
True Everett knows better than to let a ridiculously handsome man distract her, especially when it’s the same guy who stands between her and owning Northern Exposure, the tavern she manages. She didn’t pour her soul into the restaurant just for Xavier to swoop in and snatch away her dreams. But amid all the barbs—and, fine . . . all the sparks—flying, True glimpses the man beneath the swagger. That version of Xavier, the real one, might just steal True’s heart.
W Mason Dunn
In the bustling city of Tallahassee, Florida, Lorraine Davis, an ambitious auditor troubled by the secrets of her past, crosses paths with Liam Whittington, a down-to-earth landscaping businessman. As they navigate their different worlds, an undeniable connection blooms, uniting their hearts amidst the backdrop of nature trails and spreadsheets. But as love grows, she must confront her past, and he must learn to accept her choices to build a future together. In this enchanting tale of love, redemption, and second chances, discover how two souls, worlds apart, find solace in each other’s arms amidst the unearthing of hidden truths.
Percival Everett
When the enslaved Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he decides to hide on nearby Jackson Island until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck Finn has faked his own death to escape his violent father, recently returned to town. As all readers of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and too-often-unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond.
While many narrative set pieces of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn remain in place (floods and storms, stumbling across both unexpected death and unexpected treasure in the myriad stopping points along the river’s banks, encountering the scam artists posing as the Duke and Dauphin…), Jim’s agency, intelligence and compassion are shown in a radically new light.
Brimming with the electrifying humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a “literary icon” (Oprah Daily), and one of the most decorated writers of our lifetime, James is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first century American literature.
Nicole Falls
In the wake of unforeseen tragedy, basketball star-turned-coach Aicha Patterson finds herself checking off the last item on her list of career goals, head coach at a D1 institution, which also happened to be her alma mater. The job didn’t come without its fair share of adjustments and obstacles, but Aicha managed to lead her team and overcome them all, leading them one step closer to The Big Dance. In the midst of March’s madness, she finds herself face to face with the only regret she’s had on her singleminded quest to achieve her goals.
Chase Carrington knew at first glance that Aicha Patterson was the one for him when they met in undergrad as student athletes and instantly connected. Though Chase was blessed with natural athleticism and abilities that led him to the highest level of playing, his heart was never in it. After ending his career in the pros, he returns to the place where he uncovered his real passion, opening a restaurant that’s part family tribute, part dreams fulfilled.
A fortuitous reconnection brings them back into each other’s orbit and the instant connection between the two picked back up like no time had passed. Chase is certain this is destiny, while Aicha’s a bit more cautious. But in the end both let themselves succumb to the undeniable pull that has brought them back together.
Donna Grant and Virginia DeBerry
Celeste English and Ronnie Frazier are sisters, but they couldn’t be more different. Celeste is a doctor’s wife, living a perfect and elegant life. But secretly, she is terrified: her marriage is falling apart and her need to control the people around her threatens to alienate her entire family. And Celeste allows no one to see how vulnerable she really is. Ronnie is an actress, living in New York. Her life, however, is a lie: she has no money, has no home, and her life is held together by “chewing gum, paper clips, and spit,” though she wants everyone to think that her life is one of high glamour and budding fame. When their father dies, the sisters inherit a house in Prosper, North Carolina. Their mother, Della, is adamant that they forget about going there and dredging up the past. Because Della has secrets she’d rather not see come to light-secrets and heartbreak she’s kept from everyone for years. Neither Ronnie, Celeste, nor Della realize just what their trip to Prosper will uncover and they must discover for themselves who they really are, who they really love, and what the future holds for them. Far From The Tree is a novel that asks the questions: can the past ever truly remain hidden? Can mothers and daughters put aside their usual roles long enough to get to really know each other? Long enough to see they each have felt the love, loss, heartache and joy that they share as women. And can two strangers realize that they are, and always will be, sisters?
Sherelle Green
In a world of power and betrayal, blood binds the Maverick family, but love could tear them apart.
I’m a Maverick and in our world, family legacy is everything. In order to keep your position, you must succumb to the inevitability of your circumstances. The Dark Trinity organization will choose your career, your house and your partner. Going against them will put the people you love in the crosshairs of your enemies. Rivals determined to take what’s yours.
My bride is a fiery beauty with a spirit as untamed as the night. Our marriage was decided for us. An unwanted merger to further our dynasty. There’s only one major problem. We don’t get along.
Yet, as our forced union ignites with an intoxicating passion, I find myself trying to navigate treacherous waters where disloyalty lurks at every turn. She could be the queen of my empire, there to strengthen my resolve. Or she could just as easily be the siren of my seas, ruining my carefully laid plans before I have a chance to execute them.
This book can be read as a standalone, however, Crowned Maddens (The Dark Trinity) is the prelude that leads to Ruined Vows (Maverick Dynasty).
KL Hall
It was a simple arrangement.
People desperate for a come-up for different reasons.
It wasn’t supposed to snowball into real feelings or a fairytale proposal.
And definitely not a surprise pregnancy.
To most, my fiancé, Kareem Solomon, is the self-proclaimed, privileged prince of NOLA with a radiant smile and a heart of gold.
His family’s deep pockets have managed to hide his missteps.
A year ago, I was hired to help save him from his demons, reel him in from his depression, and rebuild the man his best friend and family once knew and loved.
In exchange, I would get the payout of my dreams and everything I needed to open my restaurant.
The catch? It’s his best friend who makes my pulse skitter.
Psalm Baptiste is everything I’ve ever wanted: handsome, poised, and an arrogant demeanor that leaves me dazzled.
Born and bred in the bayou, he wields the power and money to dismantle or rescue my heart.
I didn’t know what our agreement would mean for us.
That I would be spellbound by the number of zeros on the check and the essence of him.
That signing my name on the dotted line would leave three hearts hanging in a gray area.
That I would become the villain of my own love story.
It’s only a matter of time before the truth comes out and everything implodes.
But until then…
This steamy novella was previously titled House of Cards.
Rachel Howzell Hall
A man’s lifetime of secrets and lies. A woman on the hunt for his hidden riches. But there’s a sting in the tale in this gripping short story by the New York Times bestselling author of We Lie Here.
Frankie is a caregiver facing a meager and thankless future. Until her elderly charge dies—but not before revealing his secret. It’s buried in Death Valley. Enough money to change Frankie’s life forever. All she has to do is follow his instructions and stay on the path, and her prayers will be answered. It’s everything Frankie hopes for. But nothing like she expects.
Tamron Hall
After dropping her child off at preschool, Marla Hancock, a stay-at-home mother, disappears. She had recently left her verbally abusive husband in rural Indiana and moved in with her sister, Shelly, who simply can’t believe that her sister would ever willingly vanish without her children. But with limited support from the town’s police department or media resources, Shelly fears that Marla’s disappearance won’t get the attention it deserves, or worse, will go unsolved. So, several weeks after filing a missing person’s report, she reaches out to TV journalist Jordan Manning for help.
After her investigative and reporting skills helped solve multiple murders, Jordan Manning’s career in the newsroom is on the rise. She has gained a reputation as more than your typical news reporter: a “fixer” with a vigilante edge, dogged and undeterred to seek the truth. But even with this new status, Jordan still feels pressure to prove herself as a young Black professional. When Shelly reaches out, she feels compelled to do all she can to find Marla.
Jordan’s search twists and turns in ways she could never have imagined, illuminating scandals and secrets that place her own life in grave danger.
Alexandria House
The Center for the St. Louis Sires has lived an undeniably good life, but something has always been missing, something he desperately craves—a family.
The alluring rapper is at the top of her game, talented and adored by her fans, including the Center for the St. Louis Sires, but what she desires most is a real connection—a friend.
One random phone call links them in ways neither could’ve imagined, a connection that helps free them from the past and navigate the future.
In the process, maybe, just maybe, they’ll find true love.
K’wan
There are quite a few dirty deeds Stony Thorns is ashamed of committing, but prying into peoples’ business for a living isn’t one of them. Working as a paparazzi in Silk Hills allows Stony to feed her love for photography and avoid a traditional nine-to-five. Her profession has also acted as a hindrance to her love life, though that hasn’t swayed her career path. All seems well in Stony’s world until she finds herself in a life-changing predicament that challenges her selfish ways. Placed in a bind, Stony uses her resources and goes on a mission to capture an image that’s front-page worthy. Little does she know, the bag she’s attempting to secure may have the potential to blow up in her face.
O’Cyrus Dellinger lives his life without regrets and is willing to fight anybody who has a problem with it. After experiencing hardships as a child, swing first and deal with the consequences later became a morning affirmation he swears by. Though unconventional, O’Cyrus’s aggressive nature has been the driving force to a prosperous boxing career. Unfortunately, his achievements aren’t enough to keep the bullheaded fighter from traveling to the underground regardless of the consequences. That all has the potential to change when a threat to O’Cyrus’s livelihood leaves him less options than he’s used to and at the mercy of someone he considers an enemy.
In most cases, the paparazzi is a celebrity’s worst nightmare. However, when forced to work together, can a trespasser become a lifeline?
KC Mills
Lock her down:
Fresh off a four year bid, Dreaux has a new perspective on life. A lavish future is the focus, but one thing from his past still lingers. He has to finish what he started and that means Rhoni has just become Dreaux’s priority.
Time and Place!
*This is a follow up to Rhoni & Dreaux’s one night stand. Short and sweet but they finally get their HEA*
Tucora Monique
There are quite a few dirty deeds Stony Thorns is ashamed of committing, but prying into peoples’ business for a living isn’t one of them. Working as a paparazzi in Silk Hills allows Stony to feed her love for photography and avoid a traditional nine-to-five. Her profession has also acted as a hindrance to her love life, though that hasn’t swayed her career path. All seems well in Stony’s world until she finds herself in a life-changing predicament that challenges her selfish ways. Placed in a bind, Stony uses her resources and goes on a mission to capture an image that’s front-page worthy. Little does she know, the bag she’s attempting to secure may have the potential to blow up in her face.
O’Cyrus Dellinger lives his life without regrets and is willing to fight anybody who has a problem with it. After experiencing hardships as a child, swing first and deal with the consequences later became a morning affirmation he swears by. Though unconventional, O’Cyrus’s aggressive nature has been the driving force to a prosperous boxing career. Unfortunately, his achievements aren’t enough to keep the bullheaded fighter from traveling to the underground regardless of the consequences. That all has the potential to change when a threat to O’Cyrus’s livelihood leaves him less options than he’s used to and at the mercy of someone he considers an enemy.
In most cases, the paparazzi is a celebrity’s worst nightmare. However, when forced to work together, can a trespasser become a lifeline?
Mary Monroe
Since childhood, identical twins Leona and Fiona Dunbar have been getting in—and out—of trouble by pretending to be each other. Yet underneath, they couldn’t be more different. Outspoken Leona lives to break rules, have a good time, and scandalize their respectable hometown of Lexington. Fiona is a seemingly-demure churchgoing girl who is the apple of her domineering, widowed mother Mavis’s eye.
But together, the twins have fooled teachers, boyfriends, bosses, racist police—and most importantly, strait-laced Mavis. Even when Leona does jail time for Fiona, their unbreakable bond keeps them fiercely loyal. . . . So when Fiona feels stifled in her passionless marriage, and Leona is heartbroken over losing her one true love, it’s perfect timing to change places once again . . .
Leona is shocked to discover she enjoys the security of being a wife and homebody. And the unexpected spark between her and Fiona’s husband is giving her all kinds of deliciously sexy ideas. Meanwhile, Fiona enjoys being free, single, and reveling in the independence she’s never had. And the more she indulges her secret, long-repressed wild child, the more Leona’s ex-lover becomes one temptation she’s having trouble resisting . . .
As the sisters’ masquerade ignites desires and appetites they never expected, it also puts their most damning secrets on the line. Once the fallout rocks their small town, can Fiona and Leona’s deep sisterhood shield them from total disaster and help them reconcile their mistakes? Or will the trust between them become a weapon that shatters their lives for good?
Igniting His Obsession (audio)
Stephanie Nicole Norris
Special Agent Tristan Neil Clark has been with the FBI for over a decade, and he’s known for his sharp investigative skills and unwavering dedication to his job. But there’s one thing that terrifies him more than any criminal: falling in love.
Tristan’s past heartbreak still haunts him, and he’s convinced that he’s not meant for love. That is, until he meets the popular singer, Chelsea Bellamy, who saved his life during their impromptu meeting.
Chelsea is everything Tristan never knew he wanted—beautiful, funny, with a voice that captures his heart along with the heart of millions.
Despite Tristan’s reservations, he can’t help but be drawn to Chelsea, and their paths continue to cross as she becomes the target of a dangerous killer.
As his obsession ignites, taking a chance with the woman he adores could cause irreversible damage, and saving her might mean losing himself.
Stephanie Nicole Norris
Failed relationships have been the one constant in my life, each breakup chipping away at my hopes for lasting love. But just when I thought I’d drown in a sea of regret, my sister yanked me from the depths of despair, pushing me far beyond my comfort zone. And now, here I was, on my first day as a personal assistant to none other than the enigmatic billionaire, Mr. Stone.
With each passing moment, I can sense that our meeting is the beginning of something that will leave an indelible mark on both our lives.
D. Rose
Sergio Jones was on the verge of elevating his career from actor to director when a scandal broke out, threatening his business and the financing of his film. In desperate need to clean up his image and salvage his career, Sergio considers an opportunity that would change his life forever.
Michaela Robinson was the definition of independent and stubborn. The mere thought of needing help from anyone made her go ten times harder, leaving her burned out, and alone. When Michaela’s roommate abruptly ended their lease, she left Michaela with the task of finding a roommate, while juggling graduate school, an internship, and part-time work. At the risk of losing everything, her beloved uncle, Michael, gave her an ultimatum that would change her life.
Sergio and Michaela promised to help each other rebuild their lives. But what happens when their wedding vows mean more than having job security and financial stability? Will Sergio and Michaela learn how to love, honor, and cherish each other?
Kennedy Ryan
Soledad Barnes has her life all planned out. Because, of course, she does. She plans everything. She designs everything. She fixes everything. She’s a domestic goddess who’s never met a party she couldn’t host or a charge she couldn’t lead. The one with all the answers and the perfect vinaigrette for that summer salad. But none of her varied talents can save her when catastrophe strikes, and the life she built with the man who was supposed to be her forever, goes poof in a cloud of betrayal and disillusion.
But there is no time to pout or sulk, or even grieve the life she lost. She’s too busy keeping a roof over her daughters’ heads and food on the table. And in the process of saving them all, Soledad rediscovers herself. From the ashes of a life burned to the ground, something bold and new can rise.
But then an unlikely man enters the picture—the forbidden one, the one she shouldn’t want but can’t seem to resist. She’s lost it all before and refuses to repeat her mistakes. Can she trust him? Can she trust herself?
After all she’s lost . . .and found . . .can she be brave enough to make room for what could be?
Reese Ryan
Faking it is so much better the second time around.
Karris
Five years ago, I was the reigning princess of pop. Now, I’m just a former boy band member’s ex. I’ve been in this business a long time, so I’ve developed a tough skin. But negative press is hijacking my fundraising campaign to save my performing arts high school in Atlanta from being demolished. Desperate times call for desperate measures. So to spin the story my way, I’ve asked celebrity DJ Ward Hughes to reprise his role as my fake boyfriend—a stunt we pulled in high school. But this time, Ward has demands.
Ward
I started out spinning records in underground clubs in Atlanta and rose to fame playing sets at legendary clubs and festivals all over the world. Ten years in, and I’m tired of grueling, international tours and living out of hotel rooms. I’m ready to shift gears and become a songwriter and record producer. But A-list artists are reluctant to work with an unproven writer and producer. Working on Karris’s comeback album will give me the chance to showcase my pen game and production skills while helping her make music with a soulful vibe she was truly meant to sing.
But faking it as high school sweethearts who spin the block hits a little too close to home because nothing about our feelings has ever really been fake.
Kay Shanee
For the past several years, Jahzara Franklin has had the weight of the world on her shoulders.
Her mother suddenly passed away from a brain aneurysm, making her the sole caregiver for her teenage sister because their father wasn’t in the picture. When she’s unable to find a job that pays enough for her and her sister to live comfortably, she swallows her pride and does something she never thought she’d do. When she meets a man who appears to have good intentions, she gives him a chance, only to find out six months later that he’s a fraud.
Dakari Bentley has been angry for as long as he can remember. He regularly witnessed the man who carried half of his DNA beat the woman who carried the other half, so it was hard for him not to be mad. One day, Dakari snapped, and the trajectory of his life changed in ways he would’ve never imagined. He’s given a second chance to live his dreams and takes full advantage of the opportunity.
When Jahzara and Dakari meet, it’s not under the most ideal circumstances. However, the attraction they have for each other cannot be denied. Eventually, they give in to the feelings brewing between them, falling hard and fast for each other. While Jahzara is still trying to find herself, Dakari’s future is bright. No one thinks she’s good enough for him, not even her.
Kay Shanee
Two decades ago, two strangers make a connection that bonds them for life. Perfect for fans of second chance romance, This Time Around is the love reunion hopeless romantics have been waiting for.
Dr. Tessa Howard is sick and tired of everything—her job, her nagging mother, and her boyfriend who wouldn’t know commitment if it hit him in the face. The only thing that didn’t work her last nerve was her soon-to-be twenty-year-old daughter, Cyrah. Watching her one and only child, her greatest accomplishment, live life out loud was her greatest joy. Tessa didn’t know what she’d do if she didn’t have Cyrah, whom she admittedly lived vicariously through. After an epiphany in the middle of the night, Tessa finds herself single and unemployed. With no job, no man, and no prospects for either, Tessa finally decides to let loose and learns that history does, in fact, repeats itself.
Dr. Cypress Boone recently ended a relationship after a two-year engagement. He’d given his all to Emery, but she played him for a fool. Although disappointed, he hasn’t given up on love and is ready for a fresh start. Emery, however, isn’t ready to let go and refuses to accept that they are over. In an effort to make a clean break, he accepts a job at the prestigious Black Elm University, over two thousand miles away from his current residence. With a new job in a new city, Cypress has high hopes that a new woman will soon be added to the equation. However, maybe this time around, someone new isn’t what he needs.
Leslie J. Sherrod
Antoine Johnson keeps a horn on his lips and a pretty girl by his hips and believes life is as good as it gets. It’s all good, that is, until he overhears the beautiful voice of the doe-eyed church soloist, Melinda Wright, sparking an unshakeable stirring in his soul and challenging all he knows. The people of First Community Church haven’t been kind to Antoine or his history, so he’s as puzzled as they are when he’s drawn back to their pews; first to hear Melinda’s sweet singing again, but then for something more.
Will the church survive the presence and plans of Chippenbough County’s most notorious jazz musician? Not if Sister Florence Taylor, Chairlady of the Missionary Circle, has her say. She is on a mission to put an end to the “heathen hoopla” Antoine Johnson and his ilk bring to their sanctuary. However, Sister Taylor has secrets of her own, sweet Melinda learns, lending to an unexpected crescendo that may be instrumental in getting the church back in tune.
Michelle Stimpson
The recipe for forgiveness begins with an open heart and a full belly.
Sisters Rose Tillman and her sister Marvina Nash haven’t spoken in decades—not since Rose sent Marvina $40 to register their business and Marvina used that money for her own personal purposes. Now retired, Rose wants to open the restaurant they’d once dreamed of. But, to her horror, Rose realizes she’s forgotten their mother’s secret spice mix recipe, known to only one other person in the world.
With no other option, Rose embarks on a two-hour drive to Marvina’s house back in Fork City, Texas. Marvina has her own version of what caused their falling out, and it’s a far cry from what Rose recalls. Marvina, skeptical and still indignant, but incurably polite, figures she’ll give Rose a chance to speak her piece before closing the door in her face.
As the sisters fight their way to forgiveness, they unpack their complicated past, form an unexpected alliance with a young mother-to-be, and reconnect through the tantalizing aroma of chicken dinners that hold the power to heal—or divide—a community.
In a tale rich with Southern charm, Rose and Marvina discover through fussing, laughter, and tears that the secret ingredient to a bright future might just be found in facing who they are today—and in forgiving the past to embrace a second chance at sisterhood.
Kim Cash Tate
Sometimes the biggest risk is daring to hope.
Cinda Ellis doesn’t dare to dream. Life has dealt too many blows, and she’s come to expect disappointment. But then a lifelong dream is realized—meeting her dad—and Cinda’s life is finally turning . . . until reality crashes in once again. On the verge of despair, Cinda finds connection with a group of women from Living Hope Church—and an unlikely connection with one of Hollywood’s hottest stars. Her life just might be turning again. But will she only suffer disappointment once more?
Alonzo Coles is living the life of his dreams. On the heels of his first Academy Award nomination, people are already buzzing about his next film. But his choices—from his career to his exploits with women—are starting to bother him. And he’s reminded of a connection he’d made—to Jesus. His quest for answers—about who he is and what he’s called to do—leads him to the pastor of Living Hope Church . . . and a woman unlike any he’s encountered.
Treva Alexander is embracing her new season. A widow turned newlywed, she’s enjoying new love in a new city, in her new role as pastor’s wife. But she’s suddenly challenged when God begins to shake things up. What will she do when her faith is tested like never before?
Faith Langston is on hiatus—from life. An unexpected pregnancy has made her a new mom at twenty. Now, instead of doing big things for God as she’d hoped—or at least working toward her degree—she’s sidelined at home. And though she’d thought she and the baby’s father would rekindle a relationship, she now wonders if she’s even on his mind—or on God’s mind. Has she forfeited the plans He had for her?
Jessica Terry
Jazlyn Mackie and Rome Ellis were platonic best buddies…until they’re snowed in together during a blizzard and end up keeping each other warm all night. After that, they’re feeling anything but platonic about each other.
All would be beautiful except for the fact that they were both in relationships, however imperfect, and only one of them is feeling the guilt over what they did. Then Rome’s jilted girlfriend Nell hits Jazlyn with a strange request: ‘give’ Rome back to her for one month so she can prove her love for him.
Who will Rome choose after the month is up? Will he decide his evolved feelings for Jazlyn are just a fluke and go back to Nell, or will he stay with the woman who took over his heart after one amazing night?
A Church Girl’s Guide to Courting Danger (audio)
Brittney True
Cassandra Petit-Charles is not your average preacher’s kid. She carries a gun and takes on Boston’s underbelly. She is an “extraction specialist” and her job is relocating kids who have gotten entangled in street life. Helping at-risk youth feels like penance for Cassie’s wild younger years and she’s at peace with living for each new day’s adventure, even if her family think she’s stuck in the past and afraid of the future. Then, the past returns.
When her latest case brings a blast from her past and she has to help her first love’s son escape the meanest gang in the city, Cassie must wrestle with the regrets of her first love while a new flame presents himself (very much against her will). If she can’t accept the handsome Harmel Preston’s help, she could lose everything all over again.
Rene Wolfe
When you’re sitting in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower on the biggest sporting stage in the world and see the man of your dreams he’s nothing more than a distraction.
But there’s nothing like this type of distraction. And nothing like a little mental motivation to show up and show out when someone has their eyes on you. At least that’s what my sister thinks when I meet professional basketball player Devin Grant, a two-week distraction that could turn into forever…
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