Black History Month 2026
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The Wedding Planner [Formally Citrus] by theinkfairy
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CURRENTLY UNDER REWRITE!!!!! Featured on Ambassadors Africa's & NG Reading Lists A NIGERIAN ROMANCE NOVEL Bisola is still dealing with the fact that the man she once loved is with another woman. Even worse, she'll be the one planning their wedding! ⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎ In the pursuit of acceptance, Bisola Thompson Adebisi has mastered the art of deception. With a thousand false versions of herself scattered among the people she's trying to impress, she's lost sight of her true identity. But when her Nigerian mother threatens to arrange a marriage for her, Bisola finds herself entangled in another web of lies. Desperate to escape her mother's plans, Bisola turns to Johnson DaSilva, the twin brother of her former love. Johnson, recently returned to Nigeria after years abroad, is caught off guard by Bisola's charms. Her carefree nature and captivating smile had once left him breathless, and now they threaten to consume him again. However, Johnson's own demons lurk in the shadows. His father's constant pressure and a painful past he's desperate to forget continue to haunt him. As Bisola and Johnson's fake relationship blossoms into real romance, their dark pasts and family secrets threaten to sabotage their love. Will the sweetness of their passion be enough to overcome the sourness of their pasts, or will the weight of their secrets tear them apart?
Moonrise by True-North
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A young fairy's desire to break free from the restraints tethering her to her world, pushes her into the arms of a charming, young wolf, whose world benefits from keeping her shackled. ***** Sixteen-year-old Ellette longs to know what the world is like outside of the Woodlands, home to all Fae. As the black sheep of her family, her curious and stubborn nature makes it difficult for her to adhere to the strict ways of her people. One night while running away, Ellette stumbles upon Michael, an injured werewolf. She makes the choice to save his life, and intends to send him on his way once he recovers. But the more Ellette gets to know the intriguing, young wolf, the more reluctant she is to let him go. And letting him go would certainly be in her best interest. Not only is Michael an intruder in the Woodlands, but the very creature all Fae have good reason to fear. As his forbidden presence threatens the safety of all Fae, Ellette finds herself torn between following her heart or doing right by her people.
The Ocean's Barwaaqo by tradmagazine
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Gifts Given By the Ocean can also be taken back. After the death of the Village Head, estranged cousins Mandeeq and Shermake reunite at their Grandfather's funeral where their fathers fight over who would be the Heir to the village. With tensions running high and the greed of Humanity leading only to ruin, Mermaids who had once bestowed gifts upon the Village people now revoke them by dragging the Village to the bottom of the Ocean. Being the only two left standing with the help of a Mermaid who is shunned by the underwater society, it's up to Mandeeq and Shermake to save their family and their village from themselves, and the mermaids who seek to take back their gifts.
UYAI ✔️ by OnolexTim
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Uyai(Beauty) had always been ashamed of her gangly figure, she was too tall for her age with no curves whatsoever and in a village where curvy was considered beautiful and skinny ugly, she has to face the brunt of being the only lady in her village with no meat on her bones, something her sister Affiong was richly blessed with. Because of her sister's beauty, Uyai plays matchmaker to help two young men both seemingly in love with her sister. One plays a fast game and succeeds in making Affiong fall for him and the aftermath causes Uyai to play elder sister. Uyai escort her sister who had been ordered to leave home to the city of Calabar where her new life begins as chains of events occurs. It's here she discovers the true meaning of her name.
The ORION Project  | ✔ by TheOdoziaku
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FEATURED IN AMBASSADORSNG' MYSTERY READING LIST WATTPAD HQ FEATURED (JUNE 2020) Grace Ilori is a stressed out final year diploma student in the prestigious Lagos state university. Saddled with final year exams, projects, decisions concerning her future and barely passing a vital course. To top it all, her parents are getting a divorce, her brother is a relapsing drug addict and her sister a kleptomaniac. School is not as easy as it sounds, especially when a secret organization that masquerades as a book club is hell bent on recruiting her. An organization that controls the inner circle of the university's government and all its dark secrets. Kendrick Yong is hell bent on getting revenge and finding his best friend's killer. He walks around the campus with a death wish. He is determined to join the same organization that murdered his best friend. While he solves the clue of the murder that haunts him, he finds himself with the malevolent threat of death hanging over his head. Both new recruits of ORION, Grace and Kendrick find their paths intwined with one goal in mind; destroy ORION and everything it stands for.
How Not to Vampire - Season 1 by iamRodneyVSmith
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Vampiring is HARD. Things Bob has on his checklist when he accidentally becomes a vampire: a) forget everything he knows about vampires b) Google vampire survival tactics c) don't get brutally murdered by vampires. Apparently there are vampire LAWS, and Bob, a young, romantically-challenged black man living in Toronto, never got the guidebook. Even though it's not his fault that he's broken every rule, a secret vampire society is hellbent on giving him a more permanent death. With the help of his best pal, Claude, Bob tries to stay alive and hopefully turn around his screwed-up existence in the process. This is a FREE story with Paid Exclusive Chapters. Wattys 2022 Shortlist Wattpad Stormy Nights - Winner 20 CHAPTERS only on Wattpad [[word count: 50,000-75,000 words]] EXCERPT: ****** "Look: vampires are traditionally afraid of religious symbols. It's a well-known fact. If you're any kind of vampire, you should be outta here by now, not just sitting there drinking your coffee." "I'm not actually drinking it yet. Some idiot keeps interrupting me by shoving religious symbols in my face." Claude held up an ornate brass cross with a macabre Jesus Christ in the throes of death, designed to repel any nearby vampires. "Oh look," I said dryly, "the idiot's back." ****** Edited by Debra Goelz Cover model: Ariel Pacheco Cover Photo by: Theik Smith Cover designed by: Rodney V. Smith Want more? JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/brxdsA9 Jaime's Infinite Playlist (spotify) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7DfPirPYtLKwEeSQ1upKZY?si=NhEhkcsIQOOpb7kKXIXWNw Book Playlist: https://music.apple.com/ca/playlist/jaimes-infinite-playlist/pl.u-JPVJCEXxXYv
Quit Bugging Me by sandydragon1
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In a world where people are followed by animals that reflect their personality, Taylor is devastated when she starts being followed by companions of the creepy crawly variety. As her passionate science teacher's annual companion showcase rapidly approaches, Taylor's mind is abuzz with anxiety about what her newfound companions mean about who she is.
That Lonely Black Boi  by AuthorAladdin
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||The ultimate guide to mastering the art of loneliness|| Atlanta wasn't the roadblock; it was infact the commencement of an entirely new chapter in his life. Book One of the Sad Bois Club Series * * * * Imran, a Muslim Nigerian nerd, finds his life taking a humorous turn when his mother relocates the family to Atlanta to join her new husband. Amidst the Southern accents and sweet tea, Imran becomes the new, eccentric Muslim kid at school. From explaining his faith in show-and-tell to navigating school bullies, his journey is a mix of comical and painful adventures. The real comedy unfolds at home, where he must deal with his annoying stepbrother, a prank-loving troublemaker. In the chaos of suburban Atlanta and domestic challenges, Imran strives to uphold his faith while navigating unexpected friendships and cultural clashes. His quest to find his place in the big city is marked by hilariously awkward moments, even when he feels like: 'That Lonely Black Boi' in class. [[Word count: 150,000 - 180,000]]
Nomvula by nelakho
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A pacifist with a war god trapped in her bones must decide between stirring her demons or watching her allies and enemies unite against her. ***** When Queen Nomvula finds herself threatened by a reckless prince, she's cornered into navigating a battle that will devastate the region, and her clan, should it escalate. Worse, someone knows about her deadly secret, and where its bloody trail eventually ends. Staying ahead of her enemies means risking her land, her values, and even her children, all while keeping the war god inside her from takings matters into its own hands.
Until We Break (Formerly Wicked, Wild, Wonderful) by MatthewD_Writes
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Until We Break is now published as a Paperback, Hardcover and E-book from W by Wattpad Books! As a Wattpad reader, you can access the Wattpad Original Edition for free and the Wattpad Books Published Edition here upon purchase. ***** Naomi Morgan, the only black dancer at her ballet school, sacrifices everything to pursue her dream until she joins the Guise and realizes what she's missing. ***** Naomi Morgan is the only black dancer at the Riverside Dance Academy, but the sting of alienation is worth it. When the National Prix de Ballet Competition comes to Riverside, Naomi's determined to win...although, the cost of victory is high. She suffers injuries, lies to her family, and refuses to process her friend's death, all to get closer to her dream career. But when something goes wrong and The Guise, an online gang of anarchists, make Riverside their new target, Naomi finds herself caught up with the group. They teach her things the Riverside Academy never could - that dreams are worth having, but real life is so much more important. [[word count: 70,000-80,000 words]]