Destiny's Embrace FIC JENKINSBy Beverly Jenkins eBookJenkins brings readers back to the American West, where Logan Yates, a self-important ranch owner, must confront his feelings for his beautiful, free spirited housekeeper, Mariah Cooper. While they bicker incessantly, their sexual tension is palpable, and onlyrises when Mariah's former lover arrives on the scene.Will she accept Logan's heart?

Forbidden Promises FIC WILLIAMS By Synithia Williams India reluctantly stays back in her hometown when her brother needs help with his political campaign. But this just means she runs into Travis, her sister's ex-fiancé and the man India shared a secret kiss with years before.

An Extraordinary Union FIC COLE by Alyssa Cole eBookIn the first of Cole's acclaimed The Loyal League series, former slave Elle Burns returns to the South to serve as a spy for the Union Army. It's here she meets Malcolm McCall, another undercover agent she partners with in a plotto preserve the Union.

Intercepted FIC MARTIN by Alexa Martin Martin's first novel in The Playbook series follows Marlee Harper as she's reeling from the discovery of her cheating NFL player boyfriend. But in the wake of her breakup, she catchesthe eye of new quarterback Gavin Pope.

Royal Holiday FIC GUILLORYby Jasmine Guillory eBook & eABVivian Forest has been out of the country a grand total of one time, so when she gets the chance to tag along on her daughter Maddie's work trip to England to style a royal family member, she can't refuse. She's excited to spend theholidays taking in the magnificent British sights, butwhat she doesn't expect is to become instantlyattracted to a certain private secretary and hischarming accent and unyielding formality.

The Worst Best Man FIC SOSA By Mia Sosa eBook & eAB In this enemies-to-lovers tale, wedding planner Carolina Santos was left at the alter. While attempting to recover from the embarrassment, she ends up working with her ex's brother and best man—whom she loathes.

The Boyfriend Project FIC ROCHONBy Farrah Rochon eBook & eAB After discovering she was being being catfished through her viral live tweets, Samiah Brooks makes a vow to swear off men. That is, until she meet an irresistible co-worker who puts her resolve to the test.

Real Men Knit FIC JACKSONby K. M. Jackson After the death of his adoptive mom Mama Joy, Jesse and his brother struggle over what to do with her Harlem knitting store. As he fights to keep it open, he finds himself drawn to store employee Kerry Fuller—who's been harboringa longtime crush.

A Taste of Honey SF WILSONby Kai Ashante WilsonLong after the Towers left the world but before the dragons came to Daluça, the emperor brought his delegation of gods and diplomats to Olorum. As the royalty negotiates over trade routes and public services, thedivinity seeks arcane assistance among the local gods.Aqib bgm Sadiqi, fourth-cousin to the royal family andson of the Master of Beasts, has more mortal andpressing concerns. His heart has been captured by ahandsome Daluçan soldier named Lucrio. Theybecome swept up in a whirlwind romance, but neitherAqib nor Lucrio know whether their love can surviveall the hardships the world has to throw at them.

A Duke, The Lady, and a Baby FIC RILEYBy Vanessa Riley Taking place in the regency era, West Indian heiress Patience Jordan is forced to act as her infant son's nanny after questioning themysterious suicide of her husband. She's soon entrusted to the care of the passionate BusickStrathmore, Duke of Repington.

Waiting to Exhale FIC MCMILLANBy Terry McMillan A wise, earthy story of a friendship between four African American women who lean on each other while "waiting to exhale", waiting for that man who will take their breath away.

The Other Woman FIC DICKEY by Eric Jerome Dickey She works nights. He works days. Their sex is routine. Their conversations are empty. Something's got to give. It does, when she discovers her husband's affair. The delicate fabric of their increasingly tenuous marriage is tornasunder--but neither is prepared for what happensnext. An unforgivable betrayal is about to yield themost unexpected surprises, as a husband and wife facea challenge of trust, faith, and the staying power oflove...

Playing For Keeps FIC MELLO by Deborah Fletcher Mello As an accomplished architect, single dad of teenage twin girls, and co-owner of The Playground, Raleigh's hottest jazz and blues club, it's an understatement to say Malcolm Cobb has his hands full. Add to that an ex-wife whoknows how to bring the drama, it's no surprise he haslittle time or inclination for a personal life. But whenhe spots stunning, voluptuous Cilla Jameson, he'ssuddenly considering rearranging his schedule andsetting aside his concerns ...

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The Girl With Stars in Her Eyes By Xio Axelrod FIC AXELRODGrowing up, Antonia 'Toni' Bennett's guitar was her only companion... until she met Sebastian Quick. Seb was a little older, a lot wiser, and he became Toni's way out, promising they'd escape their small town together. Then Seb turned eighteen and split withoutlooking back. Now, Toni B is all grown up and makinga name for herself in Philadelphia's indie scene. Whena friend suggests she try out for the hottest new bandin the country, she decides to take a chance... notrealizing that this opportunity will bring her face-to-face with the boy who broke her heart and nearlystole her dreams

Seven Days in June FIC WILLIAMS By Tia Williams eBook & eAB With its keen observations of creative life in America today, as well as the joys and complications of being a mother and a daughter, Seven Days in June is a hilarious, romantic, and sexy‑as‑hell story of two writers discovering their second chance at love.

A Cowboy To Remember FIC WEATHERS by Rebekah Weatherspoon With a headline spot on a hit morning show and truly mouth-watering culinary skills, chef Evie Buchanan is perched on the edge of stardom. But at an industry party, a fall lands Evie in the hospital—with no memory of who she is.Scrambling to help, Evie’s assistant contacts the only“family” Evie has left, close friends who run the luxurydude ranch in California where Evie grew up. Evie hasno recollection of them—until former rodeo championZach Pleasant walks into her hospital room, and sherealizes his handsome face has been haunting herdreams . . .

The Gift of Family FIC MONROEBy Mary Monroe A captivating and heartfelt tale of a couple who has everything--except the dream they long for most. But this Christmas, a reunion with someone from the past could gift them a once-in-a-lifetime last chance . . .

A Princess in Theory FIC COLE by Alyssa Cole Prince Thabiso is the sole heir to the throne of Thesolo, shouldering the hopes of his parents and his people. At the top of their list? His marriage. Ever dutiful, he tracks down his missing betrothed. When Naledi mistakesthe prince for a pauper, Thabiso can't resist the chanceto experience life--and love--without the burden of hiscrown.

Best Kept Secrets FIC ELLISBy Shelly Ellis Evan Murdoch is being pushed to the edge. In addition to dealing with the fall-out from his father's shady business dealings, his alcoholic wife, Charisse, is having an affair with Evan's half-brother. So when his former best friend, Leila,returns to Chesterton, he has a shockingly indecentproposal for her.

Packing Heat FIC DAY by Zuri Day Douglas Carter never expected the summer job he took at the post office ten years ago to become his career. But now, at twenty-eight, he has zero regrets. He's happy to have a regular paycheck, good friends, and a sweet plan forretiring early. If only his cute but oh-so-uptight newcoworker felt as content as he does... Janice Baker onlyworks at the post office out of necessity. Her realdream is to become a singer. At thirty, she may beconsidered over the hill in the entertainment industry,but that just gives her a sense of urgency--and aresolve to date only men of means and ambition.Douglas is obviously not a candidate, despite his goodlooks. Yet as work forces them to get closer, theydiscover there's far more to each other than meets theeye--and that two actually work better than one--onand off the job...

July 2021

Black Romance