Jamani Raelynn Carr has always preferred life behind the scenes-quiet, focused, and in control. But when she lands her dream internship as a sideline reporter for the Detroit Pistons, she finds herself thrust into the spotlight, balancing ambition, family expectations, and her own need for authenticity. Navigating the male-dominated world of sports journalism isn't easy, especially when every day feels like a high-stakes audition. Jalen Montez Duren, the Pistons' charismatic young star, is used to the pressure and scrutiny that comes with fame. But underneath his cool exterior, he's searching for something real-someone who sees the man beyond the jersey. When he meets Jamani at a chaotic NBA Media Day, a single thoughtful question sparks a connection neither of them expects. As Jamani and Jalen's paths continue to cross-on the court, at press conferences, and in the city that raised them-friendship slowly deepens into something more. But their growing bond is tested by public scrutiny, career setbacks, past heartbreaks, and the ever-present tension between personal dreams and professional duty. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Detroit, this slow-burn, friends-to-lovers romance explores what it means to fight for love, identity, and your rightful place in the world. For Jamani and Jalen, the real victory might be learning to trust themselves-and each other-when the spotlight fades.

Khiari has spent years trapped in a cycle of fear, pain, and manipulation at the hands of Shakir- the man she once loved but now barely recognizes. Every day is a battle to survive, a careful game of silence and obedience to avoid his explosive wrath. But when a violent altercation leaves her in a three-day coma, something shifts. Shakir, consumed by guilt and desperation, swears to change. He promises himself he'll be better, that he'll make things right. But promises mean nothing to Khiari anymore. As soon as she's strong enough, she escapes, determined to build a new life far from his grasp. Alone and running on borrowed time, Khiari crosses paths with a stranger-someone who sees the pain she hides beneath quiet stares and cautious movements. Someone willing to help her, even when she doesn't believe she deserves it. But the past doesn't let go so easily. Shakir isn't finished with her. His love is a sickness, an obsession, and he won't stop until he gets her back-even if it means dragging her down with him. With her freedom hanging by a thread, Khiari must decide: keep running, or finally face the nightmare that's haunted her for too long.

Autumn Hayes has mastered the art of performing-onstage, in her relationship, and in the life she never meant to settle for. Under the haze of club lights she moves like a woman in control, but behind the curtain she returns to a man who breaks her down piece by fragile piece. His lies. His fists. His apologies. The cycle that keeps her trapped in a story she never chose. But when one night pushes her past her breaking point, Autumn is forced to face a terrifying truth: if she doesn't save herself now, she may not survive at all. What begins as an escape becomes a reckoning-one that shakes loose the woman she buried beneath fear and survival. As a quiet, unexpected connection enters her life, Autumn learns what it feels like to be seen without being owned, wanted without being controlled. Yet even gentle hands can't heal wounds she hasn't confronted. Autumn Leaves is a fierce, heart-pounding portrait of a woman fighting her way out of darkness, reclaiming the pieces of herself she once believed were lost. A story of danger, resilience, and the moment a bruised woman realizes she was never meant to fall-only to rise.

Join Coia as she navigates her adult hood, trials and tribulations, successes and losses, learning and unlearning both people and habits.

Adeline wasn't planning on having a panic attack in the middle of a thunderstorm-but that's exactly how she met Leo. Head down, heart racing, soaking wet... and suddenly crashing into a stranger with calm eyes and steady hands. Leo's the last person anyone would expect to be soft. He's an FBI agent, used to chaos, and once had a reputation for being the guy who didn't stick around. But Adeline? She's sweet, sheltered, and the kind of girl who can light up a room without even trying. The second their paths crossed, he knew she was going to mean something. And she did... she meant everything. He didn't mean to fall for the girl who's scared of storms. She didn't plan on it, but she trusted him faster than anyone else. But when two messy hearts collide, sometimes the calm comes after the thunder. This isn't one of those over-the-top, cringy romances. There's no love triangle, no toxic drama, and no dragging things out with a million side characters. Just a good timeline, real connection, and all the wholesome moments we secretly dream about. Leo and Adeline are loyal, sweet, and actually communicate (shocking, I know). You'll laugh, smile, maybe cry - and you'll definitely wish you had a Leo of your own. If you're a reader who's tired of the recycled tropes, toxic drama, and characters who can't get their lives together? Same. I've been in the Wattpad trenches too, and that's exactly why I wrote this book. It's everything I wanted to read but couldn't find. So consider this your sign: you're about to find your new favorite. You're gonna fall for Leo and Adeline - I just know it. - Love, yours truly, DaddyMaddyy

Book Two of "Made... Series" One year ago, Marley Jones lost her daughter. One year ago, she let go of the man she loved. One year ago, Milo left the States behind. But when fate pulls them back into the same orbit, Marley and Milo must face the truth: love doesn't disappear just because you walk away from it. Especially when five teenagers, a shared loss, and unfinished feelings refuse to stay buried. Made For Us is a powerful story about grief, distance, and the fragile hope of finding your way back to the person who once felt like home.

When single mother Zaina leans on her brother's best friend, Malachi, hidden feelings surface, and love, loyalty, and family collide.

Iyonna Wright packed her whole life into two suitcases and left Georgia behind with one goal-make it in Hollywood. For two years, she's been hustling for background gigs, commercial cameos, anything that might get her noticed. Every casting call feels like another gamble, every rejection another reminder that dreams cost more than she ever imagined. But everything changes when she lands a background role in a brand-new blockbuster film-her first real shot at something big. The lead actor, Tyriq Withers, is Hollywood's next obsession: young, magnetic, and unpredictable. His rise is meteoric; hers hasn't even begun. Their chemistry on set is undeniable. Off camera, it's explosive. What starts as a casual connection-born from shared ambition and long nights under studio lights-quickly spirals into something deeper, messier, and harder to define. Tyriq's fame grows faster than either of them can handle, and Iyonna begins to question whether she's falling for the man or the myth the world is building around him. When rumors, secrets, and jealousy collide, Iyonna is forced to choose between her dream and her sanity.

Solani is the type of woman who lights up any room she walks into. She's single, fun, got her own job, her own place, and her weekends stay booked and busy. She's not pressed about finding love-if it happens, it happens. When her best friend and her fiancé plan a pre-wedding trip to Hawaii with the whole wedding party, Solani is all in. She's just there to have fun and maybe sip a few margaritas. But once she meets Demetri, the best man's best friend, all that "I'm just here to chill" talk goes out the window. He's fine, laid-back, and got that confidence that makes her nervous in the best way. What starts as playful flirting turns into something deeper. The two start spending every day together on the trip-late-night talks, laughing, and vibes that feel too good to be temporary. But once the plane lands back home, real life hits. Suddenly, those vacation feelings start to clash with the reality waiting for them both.

In 2010, a romance between Beyonce Giselle Knowles and Xavier Sterling blossomed into something magical. She fell pregnant and 9 months later, delivered their daughter and the happiest addition to their lives, Brielle Grace. Unexpectedly, she suffered from a stroke which caused her to lose her memories and forget about Xavier and her daughter. After recovering, she was forced to move to Los Angeles where she started her career as a solo artist. 15 years later, she won thousands of awards, became a billionaire, and created a family with her husband, Jay Z. But one day traveling back to the south, she never expected to reunite with Xavier and meet Brielle, her firstborn daughter. And all her lost memories came rushing back.