"Keyana Armstrong
After a failed six–year relationship, the idea of commitment and marriage is unwelcome, and dating is the furthest thing on my mind. I’ve spent months hidden in the solitude that my position as a head librarian provides. All was going well until he walked in, shattering the quiet solace of the house of books I thrive in, causing my body to tingle in unimaginable ways. He has an unfiltered tongue and is hellbent on breaking the chains barricading my splintered heart.
Tyshawn Carrington
Once one of the best safeties in the league, my life took an unexpected turn after a career–ending injury. I didn’t have a backup plan because I never saw myself leaving the game so soon. All I know is the game of football. At the urging of my parents, I returned to the place that has always grounded me—my hometown. Boredom led me to an unlikely place—the public library. Nothing could have prepared me for the moment I entered the building and saw her. The jolt she gave to my system may give my life new meaning after all.
Can the slick–talking former safety and the reserved librarian find common ground? Or will their differences keep them on opposite sides of the field?"
"Kaeden Evans
Who meets their soulmate while shopping for books with their daughter? Before walking into Echoes of Kyelle, I would have told you no one. But the second I see her smile . . . I'm a goner. As the cornerback for the Columbus Bobcats, I'm no stranger to beautiful women. Yet, there's something about her that stays with me long after I leave the store. Now I need to figure out how to lock her down.
Kyelle Banks
I'm living my dream of sharing the world of books, one sale at a time. I'm focused on growing my bookstore and not on finding love, and he was the last thing I needed. He's charismatic. He's irresistibly attractive . . . even if he is a professional football player with millions of women after him at any given moment. What's the worst that can happen?
In a world of sports and continuous headlines, love seems to be hard to obtain. Can these two rise above the noise and build a firm foundation of love despite the chatter?"
"Jawaan Young is a man who can make a joke out of any situation. Yet, beneath the surface of his humor is a mask splintering on every side. Suffering from abandonment and rejection, why would he consider showcasing his scars? Yet, one spontaneous decision causes him to question whether he’s willing to accept certain risks.
Zurmani Coates is no stranger to heartache and broken promises. In fact, her tears are what led her to end a four-year mistake. Desperate to overcome the trauma of a painful secret, she finds herself at the one place she should avoid… the hospital. One awkward exchange with a handsome stranger makes her question whether she’s come to the right place in search of solace.
Counting His Heartbeats is a tale of overcoming pain through love when the odds have been stacked against you.
This is book three of the Baxter County Blues, a three-book series. Each installment will have a complete story for three men whose lives have been everything but roses and the women tasked with loving them through their challenges."
"Chaniya O’Neal
My mother won’t release me from her mistake. I was my ex’s unplanned side chick and his something to do. I’m struggling to forgive myself for my reckless decision nearly six years ago. Then I encountered him, the sexy stranger whose presence gave me a flicker of hope. The problem is. . . my scars. Is he worth taking a chance with?
Germayne Malone
My ex won’t get the hint that our time has ended, no matter how much I ignore her. My sister fell into the trap, placing me in a situation where I needed an immediate replacement. A minute in her presence had me imagining more than a plus–one at my sister’s wedding. The odds are stacked against me, but I’ve never been one to quit before achieving success. If only I could convince her to give me a chance to show her that she can trust me with everything. We’ve had two prior encounters. Will the third run–in be the charm?
Will Chaniya and Germayne push beyond the haze of uncertainty to pursue a love they’ve never known? Find out within the pages of It’s Love I’m After."
"Kayshon Patton is overcome with painstaking nightmares that fuel his survivor’s guilt after escaping the bullets from his father’s gun. With tainted blood, why would he ever consider anything that could add to his father’s legacy? His plan is simple, until it isn’t, when he pulls up on her in a predicament that warrants his assistance. Yet, one feisty exchange causes him to question the life plans already in motion.
Ashari Weeks has built armor around her heart and has no plans to let another man in. A flat tire amid a thunderstorm forced her to meet a man who was determined to change her mind. A monthly lunch date with her godfather detours everything she thought she wanted. The more she learns, the more she believes that her godfather and God should have set their sights on someone else.
Hooked on Loving Him is a tale of letting go of everything to benefit from falling in love. This is book two of the Baxter County Blues, a three-book series. Each installment will have a complete story for three men whose lives have been everything but roses and the women tasked with loving them through their challenges."
"Kyce Towns struggles with the rejection of being dumped into the foster care system at two days old. If his own mother didn’t want him, how could he possibly open his heart to someone else? His game plan is to steer clear of loving anyone other than the two men who became his brothers through love and not blood. Until fate put her in his path after suffering another obstacle.
Masani Edwards is a nurse who loves caring for her patients and helping them return to their lives healthier than before. What was supposed to be a quick stop through the emergency department became a detour that changed more than her attempt to get some fresh air. After stumbling upon an emotional family and police, Masani finds herself in the thick of things. She learns quickly that sometimes God has a plan bigger than her need to avoid of a man whose heart is hardened.
In a world where unconditional love is a hot commodity and healing is key, Secured in His Heart is a tale of breaking free from the torment and neglect of a person’s heart.
This is book one of the Baxter County Blues, a three-book standalone series. Each installment will have a complete story for three men whose lives have been everything but roses and the women tasked with loving them through their challenges."
"Business and pleasure are two things that shouldn’t be mixed. Detective Gavyn Garrett doesn’t believe this rule applies to him. He is determined to live life on his terms, even if that means having a thing for his boss.
Sharae Chapman is a sergeant with the Ribax Police Department who lives to uphold her squeaky clean and blemish-free image. Sharae never imagined how an instantaneous yes to hiring a new detective would rock her steady foundation.
What happens when two people with an oath to uphold the law find themselves teetering the line between conflict of interest and what feels right?
Note: Gavyn’s Pursuit is a standalone. However, it’s the third installment in The Bellamy Brothers series. Although the main characters of this novel are new, some of the supporting characters are not. Therefore, it might help to start at book one to enhance your reading experience."
"Nino Bellamy has spent his entire life chasing women while avoiding the four-letter word that has never shown him its value. He has always found solace between a woman’s legs, as opposed to the muscle in her chest, upholding the motto pleasure over pain and fulfillment over heartache. His methods have always worked in his favor for the entirety of his life until he crossed paths with her one night.
Ariana Whitfield has been praying for God to remove the dead weight in her life, her current relationship being the bulk of it all. When she finally gets the freedom she’s been seeking, she goes on a mission to get her life back. A night out meant to celebrate her single status leads her to an initial encounter with none other than Nino.
Met with a man with an ego the size of Texas and the sexiness to match, she decides to test the waters, but she gets more than she bargained for. Will Nino discover that giving love a chance can have eternal benefits, or is he too stuck in his ways? Can Ariana give in to this new connection, or will fear of failure loom over her?
Note: Nino Bellamy is the brother of Caine Bellamy from Forever After All. While When Love Calls His Name is a standalone, if you want a first glimpse of who Nino is, reading Forever After All will give you a better understanding of Nino's mindset."
"Jashae Rodgers thought her life was all planned out and her happily ever after was within her reach, but tragedy strikes, leaving her with nothing but pieces of her life to pick up. After being thrust into single motherhood, she focuses on being the best mother she can be while struggling with grief she’s convinced she’d never recover from. But an unsuspecting spark from a man makes her consider the impossible.
Monogamy and commitment are the two words that don’t exist in Caine Bellamy’s world. Witnessing the tumultuous relationship between his parents led him to bed-hopping, and he pushed the idea of a long-term relationship out of his mind. Until one day, he comes face to face with a woman who sets his heart ablaze, challenging everything he’s told himself.
A chance encounter between Jashae and Caine leaves her skeptical and afraid to give love another shot. Can she push through her reluctance to give love one more chance? And Caine is convinced there’s no woman alive who can make him reconsider his vow not to succumb to forever. But is there?
Will Caine allow love to beat him at his own game? Will Jashae give in and agree to the siren call of love? Find out in the Contemporary Romance within the pages of Forever After All."
"Nalani, a dedicated and compassionate teacher, never expected her life to take a turn when she met Lorenzo, a single father trying to rebuild his life after a painful divorce. When Nalani becomes the teacher of Lorenzo’s daughter, fate plays its hand, intertwining their lives in ways they could never have foreseen.
As Nalani and Lorenzo spend time together, their connection grows stronger, igniting a flame neither of them can ignore. The walls around their hearts crumble as they navigate the complexities of love amidst the challenges of co-parenting and healing from past wounds.
But standing in their way is Lorenzo's vindictive ex-wife, who refuses to let go of the life she once had. Fueled by jealousy and bitterness, she sets a dangerous plan in motion to break apart the blossoming romance between Nalani and Lorenzo.
Will Nalani and Lorenzo triumph over the storm of deceit and danger, or will they be torn apart by an ex's ruthless vendetta? Prepare for a heart-pounding journey where love is tested, loyalties are questioned, and the true strength of the human spirit is revealed.
Contains mature themes."
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