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Check out these new Black Romance releases from May 19th-25th.
The Love Syllabus by Lauren Lacey
A Fake Dating Black Romance Love Story – Steamy Slow Burn that Ends with Lots of Spice!
Kerry Kind never expected to start over in her thirties, but after a difficult divorce, she needs a fresh start. When she finally lands a homeschool teaching position, she’s relieved until she realizes her new boss is the man she clashed with days ago.
Victor Grimes, a world-renowned chef and widow, isn’t interested in disrupting his carefully structured life. But his daughters need a change, and Kerry just may be the perfect fit.
Forced to navigate their undeniable chemistry and reluctant partnership, one impulsive fake dating scheme blurs the lines between professional and personal, making their attraction impossible to ignore.
As past wounds resurface and their worlds collide, Kerry and Victor must decide if love is worth rewriting the rules or if some lessons are best left untaught.
The Love Syllabus is a heartfelt small-town Black romance featuring fake dating, a cozy small-town backdrop, all wrapped in a tender love story between a former teacher-turned-nanny and a guarded single father. This fun but emotional read is perfect for readers who enjoy emotionally rich, slow-burn romance that gives you all the feels.
Sinful King: A Mafia Romance (Mafia Misfits Book 7) by Asia Monique
Sean O’Sullivan
A life without Blair Phillips, is a life I refuse to live. At fourteen, she unknowingly became my anchor. Now thirty, I want her to be everything she was meant to be.
We were in a state of transition but…
My heart. My life. My… everything belonged to her.
Blair Phillips
My heart was always meant to belong to Sean O’Sullivan.
At thirteen, he showed me I deserved to be protected. Now twenty-nine, I only want to be everything he’s always been to me.
We were in a state of transition but…
My heart. My life. My… everything belonged to him.
The Off-Season: A Skyhawks & Friends Mini by Alexandra Warren
A SHORT STORY.
6,500 words.
Single POV.
Second Chance Encounter.
A Two Minute Warning Spin-off.
In Love With Miranda McKenzie by Nako
Miranda McKenzie has it all: wealth, power, and a name that opens doors in the city’s most elite circles. But when an unforeseen scandal shatters her empire and strips her of everything she once held dear, Miranda is forced to confront the emptiness lurking beneath her glamorous facade.
As she rebuilds her life from the ground up, she discovers the person she buried under years of ambition and privilege, a woman with a heart longing for connection and a soul in need of healing. And just when she’s ready to give up on love, her past reappears in the form of Carmen Davis, the man who once taught her what love could truly mean.
Thrown together by fate and a list of unforeseen circumstances, Miranda and Carmen must navigate old wounds, new realities, and the undeniable chemistry that never truly faded. Can Miranda’s newfound humility and Carmen’s steadfast heart bridge the gap between who they were and who they’ve become?
In a story of redemption, rediscovery, and romance, In Love With Miranda McKenzie proves that sometimes losing everything is the only way to find what really matters.
Made to Love Ya by Egypt Cynaé
She’s the food critic he abhors—until he sees she’s also the woman he can’t live without.
Talia “Chè” Campbell has spent years concealing her heart from the one man who is declared off-limits—her brother’s best friend, Zae Ellis. But when a short-term living arrangement finds them under the same roof, the temperature rises, and she can’t overlook the flirty banter and longing glances that feel like more than just friendship.
Entrepreneur Izael “Zae” Ellis has always treated Chè like a little sister, but his feelings for her are anything but brotherly. When she returns home after a bad date, brokenhearted and in despair, he’s done pretending. He wants her—consequences be damned.
But when Zae discovers that the mysterious critic condemning his restaurant online is the woman he’s fallen for, the heat between them is in danger of boiling over. With her devotion to her blog and his reputation at risk—in addition to her brother’s observant eye—can they turn up the heat without scorching everything, or will their passion simply smolder?
A delectably messy, slow-burn romance full of lip-smacking tension, forbidden love, and the kind of passion that’s worth the risk.
Where There’s Smoke… by Aricka Alexander
Where there’s smoke, there’s bound to be a fire. However, fire never smelled this good.
Everyone knows Phoenix “Phee” Preston as the gorgeous, gentle giant, always ready to help in any way she can with a smile on her face. Ever since she was younger, she has always looked up to her grandfather, the town’s Fire Chief. She admired him and respected him, having been raised by him from the age of 6. So it’s only natural that when she turned 18, she followed in his footsteps, becoming the first and only female firefighter in the small town of Tucker, Louisiana.
When her grandpa passed away suddenly, she left town because it was hard being there when he wasn’t. It isn’t until a year later that she finally returns, and as if the Universe was gifting her for returning, she runs into a beautiful woman who immediately captures her heart, not only with her beauty but with a slice of strawberry shortcake. However, the moment is short-lived, and the woman disappears from her life, leaving only the taste of the sweet dessert and her name behind.
A year later, that mysteriously intriguing woman permanently moves to town to take over her late grandmother’s bakery.
Angel Savoie has spent a great deal of her adult life avoiding small towns because of the bad memories she had involving her parents’ deaths, but now she has no choice but to move to one. To her surprise, the town quickly grows on her, and she can see herself putting down roots in Tucker. Especially after she reconnects with a certain very attractive female firefighter who stops at nothing to make her smile.
Beyond the Touchline by Unoma Nwankwor
He’s fighting for his comeback. She’s guarding her peace. Falling for each other? Not in the game plan.
After a devastating injury, Ehizojie “Zo” Irabor thought his days of glory were over. Now, with one shot at redemption, he joins underdog club Viva City FC in their fight to survive the Premier League. But reclaiming his name on the pitch is only half the battle. His biggest challenge might just be the sharp-tongued director who refuses to stay out of his head.
Idara Etienam knows all about reinvention. Once a rising star in professional sports, she gave up her career after an injury and a stint in reality TV left her questioning her purpose. Now, as the director of Viva City’s Outreach Initiatives, she’s determined to prove she’s more than her past. But when her father’s schemes threaten everything she’s built, the last thing she needs is an arrogant footballer who might just upend her carefully rebuilt life.
As their worlds collide, sparks fly both on and off the field. But with ambition, redemption, and love all on the line, they’ll discover that the greatest victories are won beyond the touchline.
Differences by Bree Wright
Taja Walker is ambitious and is starting to make a name for herself in the social media marketing world. She is stopping at nothing to reach her career goals. She ends up having an unforgettable night with the confident Weston Jones. Taja’s expectation is to enjoy her night and never cross paths again with Weston.
A week later, Taja is hired as the social media manager of TRU Makeup, where Weston Jones is the no-nonsense having CFO. While having to deal with the man that ignited something in her, she is stuck in a relationship with a man with no ambition. This causes her to be stuck between a rock and a hard place between her loyalty and frustrations.
Weston is dealing with the weight of being the CFO and his family. He only feels that people see him as a bank, causing him to ruin and burn bridges with those around him. When tragedy strikes, he is comforted by Taja’s different outlook on life. With each other’s support, the two find that there is something deeply rooted between them. However, when mixing self-discovery and ambition, is love a possible outcome?
Only at Midnight: Her Man, My Escape: Only at Midnight by Chardae Reign
She was a married woman with three kids and a broken heart.
He was a loyal husband who thought his home was perfect.
But what started as small talk at the bank turned into late-night texts, hotel keys, and flights they couldn’t explain.
Stephanie Carrington’s life was a routine of silence, bruises, and betrayal—until Antonio Proctor smiled at her like she mattered.
Their affair was never supposed to be more than escape.
But secrets don’t stay buried forever—especially when one leaves a permanent scar.
When her abusive husband gives her a deadly disease and she unknowingly passes it to Antonio, the lie they built comes crashing down… and so does the calm wife he married.
Love made them reckless. Lust made them liars. But the truth? Might get someone killed.
Only at Midnight: Her Man, My Escape is the first installment in a steamy, addictive romance series about secrets, sin, and survival in the heart of Atlanta.
Love Bomb: A Dark Urban Romance by Mesha Mesh
When the love is toxic but the “D” is healing…
Lyric Warren wasn’t looking for love. She was just trying to keep her life from falling apart. Between a toxic home, a dead-end routine, and the boy who broke her heart, she was one bad day away from snapping.
Then Ty pulled up.
Older. Rich. Dangerous. Yet undeniably alluring.
The kind of man who whispers sweet things while his actions rearrange your whole life… and your guts.
He bought her silence. Showered her with luxuries. Made her believe she was the only one. But every gift was a shackle. Every kiss, a punishment. Now, Lyric is ensnared in a love that appears lavish… but feels like a battlefield.
Love Bomb is a filthy, emotional rollercoaster of obsession, betrayal, and the kind of passion that leaves marks. If you like your romance dark, dramatic, and deliciously toxic, then you’re in for a treat.
Welcome to the fallout.
Forever By His Side: Jahkel & Yamari by Tacarra
Confident, beautiful, and determined are just a few ways to describe Yamari. She has everything going for herself, besides her love life. For a while she had her sights set on the handsome Jahkel but could never found her way into his space, until he finally welcomes her in. It didn’t take long for sparks to fly and connections to form. They were both living on cloud nine, until reality brought them back down to earth. With ultimatums set and hearts on the line, will Jahkel make the right choice?
The Billionaire Wedding Guest: A Standalone by Black Lavish
This weekend I was asked to be a bridesmaid at my best friend’s wedding. After arriving at the resort, I caught the elevator to the second floor with the man of the hour who was not the groom but his rich older brother, Stone.
Stone Alexander had a tall muscular build, chiseled jawline, and beautiful eyes which means he is out of my league. Every female here wants a piece of him, and they do not care what secrets he may hold up in his penthouse suite.
Stay With Me (Ridgeview Book 5) by Brenda Barrett
They broke each other’s hearts. Now they have six weeks to make it right—or say goodbye forever.
Jada thought she was done with Richard—the husband who let long hours, emotional distance, and grief silence what they once had. After losing their baby, everything fell apart. He buried himself in work. She walked away.
But when a storm strands her at his guest cottage, Richard shows up soaked, holding takeout—and asking for one last chance.
What begins as a temporary truce stirs up old love, unresolved pain, and fresh complications. The connection between them still burns. But so does the heartache—especially when Richard’s ex, Irene, reappears with secrets of her own.
Can Jada and Richard heal what’s broken and find their way back to each other—or are some wounds too deep to mend?
Disrespectfully, Relic by Antoinette Sherell
Cold. Calculated. An enigmatic boss in his own right. Relic is that and then some. His son and brothers are his heart, and money is his world—anything else is expendable. Especially women. With the cards he’s been dealt stacking up against him, he doesn’t have room for distractions.
Unfortunately, the same woman whose life he altered, unbeknownst to her, taunts his thoughts. Kennedy is a blazing fire he shouldn’t touch because there are too many skeletons in his closet, and Relic knows that once they come tumbling out, they’ll both end up burned. Even so, he can’t resist reeling Kennedy into his world while he has the chance.
We made it through the twenty-third hour unscathed… Welcome back to The Fold.
Exposed by Wolves: Curvy Girl Paranormal Instalove Romance (Curvy girls and werewolf body guards Book 3) by Melody Lynch
She wanted a passing grade. She exposed a criminal empire
Sophia thought her college paper would earn her a good grade—not enemies. But exposing a respected local figure as part of a criminal underworld has made her a target. With her life on the line, her brother sends her to the one person he trusts to keep her safe: his best friend.
The same man Sophia’s secretly crushed on for years.
He’s older handsome. And not exactly human.
Now she’s on the run with a wolf shifter who makes her feel everything.
As danger closes in, lines blur between protection and passion.
And Sophia has to wonder…
when this is all over, will he go back to keeping his distance—or finally give in?
College Guys Ruin Lives by Diamond Dej
Seventeen-year-old DJ has spent her whole life surviving in an urban neighborhood where violence, gossip, and toxic relationships are the norm. College is supposed to be her escape—a chance to redefine herself and build the future she’s always dreamed of. But leaving home doesn’t mean leaving the past behind.
As she navigates the pressures of college life, DJ is forced to confront her insecurities and self-doubt. New friendships bring love and support, but also betrayal and heartbreak. The boys she once trusted turn out to have dangerous intentions, pulling her into situations that test her strength and challenge everything she thought she knew about relationships, consent, and self-worth.
Caught in the harsh realities of rape culture, peer pressure, and the weight of being a young Black woman in a world that often misunderstands her, she must learn to stand up for herself, reclaim her voice, and build the confidence to thrive. But will she find the courage to break free from the cycles of trauma and rise above the pain?
A gripping coming-of-age novel, College Guys Ruin Lives explores love, friendship, black womanhood, toxic relationships, self-discovery, and survival in a world that isn’t always kind. For readers who connect with raw, emotional, and powerful stories of resilience, this book is a must-read.
The Promise Born: A Dragon Shifter Romantasy by Jessica Cage
When the dragon prince kidnaps a false bride to spite the queen an ancient rivalry is reborn.
To escape his mother’s relentless matchmaking, fire Dragon Prince Asante makes a desperate choice—he plucks a hard-headed baker from a small village and declares her his fiancée. It’s a harmless ruse, meant only to buy him time. After all, what threat could a woman with flour-dusted hands pose to the throne?
But Kiala is no ordinary baker. She is the lost Ice Dragon Princess, a woman thought to have perished an avalanche. Hiding in plain sight, she has spent years concealing her identity, waiting for a day when she could truly be free.
When Asante unknowingly pulls her into his world, she sees an opportunity—one that could change her fate forever.
As the lines between deception and desire blur, Asante finds himself enchanted by the woman who was never meant to be his. And when enemies from their people’s shared past resurface, threatening to destroy them both, he must decide: will he protect his kingdom, or risk everything for the woman who just might be his destiny?
Detail King : Book III (Woodmore Ridge 3) by Lovely Winters
They built the empire. Now they’ll do whatever it takes to protect it.
Kyra Reed-King and Nico King are no strangers to challenges—but just when life starts to feel stable, a ghost from the past returns, threatening everything they’ve worked for. With Kyrie and Jace rising as top basketball prospects and NIL deals pouring in, their family is thrust into a national spotlight. And when the boys’ absent father resurfaces to stir chaos, Nico makes good on his promises—with fists and final warnings.
While love, legacy, and loyalty take center stage, Kyra and Nico face pressure from all sides: business expansion in Woodmore Ridge, mounting media attention, and deepening emotional truths. But through it all, their bond only grows stronger.
From steamy private nights to a much-needed family trip to Barbados, Detail King: Book III is an unforgettable journey of passion, protection, and power. This emotionally charged finale brings heat, heart, and the kind of Black love story that stays with you long after the last page.
Maker of Sunshine : The Remix by Subira Miles
How do you open your heart when no one has ever taught you how?
Nailah James has spent a lifetime keeping her distance. Abandoned by her family, she’s learned that love is fleeting and people always leave. Now a dedicated social worker, she’s built a life rooted in independence—no close friends, no lasting relationships, no risk of heartbreak.
Tyriq Lewis had his future mapped out until a career-ending injury shattered his professional basketball dreams. Years later, he’s a successful doctor, but with an overbearing family and a heart still bruised from his last serious relationship, he’s resigned himself to a bachelor’s life.
When Nailah and Tyriq cross paths by chance, their connection is immediate, electric—and terrifying. Nailah runs, but Tyriq isn’t one to let go easily. What starts as a pursuit becomes a journey of healing, trust, and love. As they navigate past wounds and present fears, they’ll have to decide whether they’re willing to let go of the past in order to build a future together.
A heartfelt story of resilience, love, and the power of choosing to stay—Maker of Sunshine
Maker of Moonlight: The Remix by Subira Miles
Six months. Three men. One must become her husband.
When Regina’s powerful, business mogul father issues an ultimatum—get married or lose her chance to take over the family company—she reluctantly agrees. But there’s a catch. He’ll choose three potential husbands for her, and one of them is the last man she’d ever choose.
Terrence never planned on marriage. With his focus on building his business and giving back through mentorship and charity, family life wasn’t on his agenda. But when a major backer for his community project turns out to be none other than Regina’s father, he’s faced with an unexpected proposition—one that could change everything.
As Regina and Terrence navigate this high-stakes arrangement, sparks fly, past wounds resurface, and unexpected feelings threaten to rewrite their carefully laid plans.
This is the second book in the Lewis family series. The book may be read as a stand-alone, but reading Maker of Sunshine, book one, is recommended. The characters are introduced in book one.
Amethyst Moon (A Clifton Sister Novel) by Dara Girard
After a devastating heartbreak, Olivia finds solace in her dreams.
Vivid, amazing dreams about a man who wears an amethyst stone set inside a gleaming silver crescent moon necklace.
A man who fills her dreams with both longing and dread.
But she dismisses the dreams as fantasy until the day he shows up on her doorstep…
Obviously, Olivia by Linda B. Martins
Sometimes love comes when you aren’t looking. Or in Olivia Thomas’ case, when you’re on a man-ban. (Her friends’ term, not hers.) Once a hopeless romantic, Olivia’s given up on getting her own happily ever after. Besides, love-at-first-sight stories like her parents (#marriagegoals) only happen in her romance novels. Plus, who has time for love when you’re busy and barely keeping afloat in life?
Serial monogamist, and natural-born flirt, Benjamin James, thought his bachelor days were behind him. After his marriage proposal is rejected, a weekend in Vegas produces a gamble on his love life. His friends issue a challenge–date a ton of women bachelor-style for an entire year. But plot twist–no falling in love unless he’s sure he’s ready to propose (again). And that isn’t happening! Challenge accepted. Ben has never been one to walk away from a bet.
But the Universe ups the ante, continually throwing Olivia in Ben’s path. How many meet-cutes is one too many?
When love is potentially on the table, do you play it safe, count your cards and bluff, or take a risk and go all in?
The Mirror Flame by Nao
They are fire meeting reflection.
Storm meeting sky.
Two bodies in orbit, pulled by a force older than memory.
When Zora crosses paths with Malik—a free spirit cloaked in mystery—her carefully constructed world begins to crack.
He is not her cure. He is not her salvation.
He is the mirror she has been running from, and the flame that might consume her.
Their connection is not simple. It is not safe. It is sacred.
In a journey that blurs the line between the physical and the spiritual, Zora and Malik challenge, unravel, and ignite each other.
Beneath the surface of love lies something wilder—an alchemy of souls seeking to remember themselves through one another.
Some fires are meant to burn.
Some mirrors are meant to shatter.
Crossover Court Hearts (Bluff City Hearts Book 1) by Phoenix Reign
She’s the no-nonsense attorney from Chicago.
He’s Memphis’s newest NBA superstar.
Their chemistry? Instant.
Their connection? Forbidden.
When a community event forces them to work side-by-side, Zariah and Malik can’t help the spark — or the steamy consequences. But secrets, spotlight pressure, and old wounds threaten to break them before they begin.
Enemies-to-lovers. Secret romance. Power couple energy.
This is love on and off the court.
The Size of Love by Moriamo Kelani
Raised in a strict and religious household, Nadia obeys her father’s numerous rules, except when it comes to love. The passion Anthony kindled in her on his visit to Nigeria made her yearn for more. Her determination and fierce ambition eventually found her in the United States, where her hopes of reconnecting with her teenage crush only led her down a path of pain, and then another chance at love.
When tragedy strikes, Nadia strives to believe—against all odds—that there’s something for her in life. A strange twist of events soon has her fighting to forgive those who wronged her, saving Anthony from a terrible fate, or remaining impenetrable and forgoing the love and happiness she desires.
The Size of Love is a beautifully layered novel about the quiet power of choosing yourself, again and again.
Set against the rhythms of everyday life, this emotionally charged story explores the tender moments that shape us, the betrayals that break us, and the unexpected grace found in beginning again.
With lyrical prose and piercing insight, Moriamo crafts a story that is both intimate and expansive—one that lingers long after the final page. For anyone who has ever questioned their worth, doubted their voice, or held onto love too tightly, The Size of Love is a powerful reminder that sometimes the most courageous act is letting go.
American Wolf: A Journey of an Avoidant Heart by Kaylon Hart
Emotionally avoidant James Wolf has spent his life running—from his past, his pain, and most importantly, from himself. Now nearing 40 and feeling the weight of profound loneliness, James escapes his life in Chicago for the vibrant yet isolating Florida Keys. There, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that challenges the walls he’s spent a lifetime constructing.
When an unexpected reunion with Lily, a long-lost friend, disrupts his carefully controlled world, James must decide whether to continue living in isolation or take a chance on connection and healing. Along the way, memories of his best friend Neb and the scars of his past weave a poignant tapestry of friendship, identity, and longing.
Through tender, raw, and at times, heartbreaking moments, American Wolf delves into the quiet battles we face within ourselves and the courage it takes to break down the walls we build to feel safe. Perfect for readers who love literary fiction that lingers long after the last page, American Wolf is a thought-provoking exploration of masculinity, trauma, and the essential human need for connection and an invitation to embrace vulnerability as a bridge toward healing.
I Can Love You Better by Simone Sims
Rapper Camilla “Cam Cashmere” Shield’s weekend getaway with her boyfriend, Ethan, is compromised when she learns that Ethan is cheating from an unlikely person… Ethan’s older brother, Ezra. In many ways, Ezra is who Camilla thought Ethan was — intelligent, self-sufficient, but most of all, loyal. When the chance comes to trade one brother for another, who is Camilla to resist?
Only You by Rose Walker
Jason Cunningham and Dr. Teresa Thomas met and bumped heads with each other when family friends, Joshua and Alexandra’s relationship was falling apart. Having a demanding career never left Teresa time for relationships, so she only casually dated. They spend all their time together and Jason feels they are getting close when Teresa insists, they are only hooking up. Jason realizes he wants a committed relationship with her. While Teresa makes it clear they are only hooking up with each other because of what they are going through with their families and she does not want to be in a committed relationship with him. Determine to keep their status that way. Teresa plays games and dodges her feelings for him, while Jason has decided she is the one.
Former women from Jason’s past keep popping up while they are together, and it only convinces Teresa even more they should only be hooking up with each other. Jason finally puts his foot down about their status, but Teresa still will not accept it. She only wants a carefree relationship when he wants more. Will she give in or leave him alone for good?
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