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Jessie steps into a life that was never meant for her, taking her sister's place in a marriage to Oliver-a man fighting a darkness she can barely comprehend. Her family, her past, and even her own heart have told her she's hard to love. Yet one question lingers, haunting her every step: will anyone truly see her for who she is-and will she, at last, be loved?

❛𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒆?❜ he asked, voice low like it wasn't meant for nobody but her. 𝒛𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐡 didn't speak, just tilted her head a little and stepped in close. she traced one of the tattoos on his arm, finger light like a whisper...when she finally looked up, slow and lazy, doe eyes glinting beneath her lashes--she kissed the corner of his mouth. once, twice--then pulled back. 𝒐𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢 smirked. ❛𝒅𝒊𝒅𝒏'𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌 𝒔𝒐.❜ ▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄ She doesn't speak-not out loud, not anymore. Zariah Hart's been quiet since the night she lost everything, and moving to The Palisade at Skyview Apartments was supposed to give her a fresh start. No expectations. No questions. Just peace. But peace gets complicated when a man like Omarion Jordan starts showing up in it. He's nothing like she expected. Tatted, quiet, with eyes that read people better than they speak. A mechanic with a past he doesn't explain-and a presence that says more than his mouth does. He doesn't ask about her silence. She doesn't flinch at his reputation. Somehow, that's enough. What starts as simple glances turns into shared space. What feels like comfort turns to something neither of them planned for. But Atlanta doesn't forget what people try to bury. And sometimes, the loudest truth is the one you never say out loud. 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐃: 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

𝕣𝕖𝕕𝕒𝕞𝕒𝕟𝕔𝕪: 𝒏𝒐𝒖𝒏 ; the act of loving someone who loves you back; a love returned in 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍 ᥫ᭡ ▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄▄ 𝚒𝚗 𝚠𝚑𝚒𝚌𝚑 a girl experiences heart break, but she finds someone to heal the broken pieces back together. 𝔲𝔯𝔟𝔞𝔫 fiction | contemporary lit. book ONE in the romanticize series! 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 4.26.24 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 11.12.24 fully 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 6.11.25 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 11.12.24 kaylaasdiary productions © completed ☻

I found my homie and my best friend I'mma be there for ya till the very end No matter what, no matter what , no matter what.

Brie Sheridan has had her heart broken way too many times. Rhett Price is usually the culprit, but, this time, he might be the solution. ***** Brooke 'Brie' Sheridan wouldn't necessarily call herself a hopeless romantic; after all, love is everywhere if you choose to look for it, and there's nothing wrong with wanting to see the beauty and the good in the world. However, her rose-colored lenses are shattered when her boyfriend dumps her right at the start of her final year of college, ruining all her plans for her senior project, and here lie Brie's hopes, dreams, and pieces of her broken heart. Enter Rhett Price--known commitment-phobe, the bane of Brie's existence, and the reason behind many of her late-night crying sessions during the harshest days of high school. Down on his luck and struggling with improving his reputation, he turns to Brie in a time of need--he'll help her out with her project, and she'll help him look better and more responsible in the eyes of his family. Old feelings resurface, and it quickly becomes obvious there are certain things you don't always get over. Your first love might as well be one of them. ***** BENNINGTON COLLEGE SERIES #1 2025 WATTY AWARD WINNER [[THE AMBYS 2025 AMBASSADOR'S PICK IN ROMANCE]] [[5X WATTPAD FEATURED STORY]] © 2023 caterina george // all rights reserved

"So, let me get this straight. You stomped all over his paperwork?" She started. "Not intentionally, but yes," I confirmed it. "Threw a drink in his face?" She added. "Expensive red wine." I described. "Rammed into his car with yours deliberately?" she counted on her third finger. "Um...I'm not proud of that one," I said cringing. "And called him offensive names?" She ended the list and I winced. "Twice." I specified. "And you're still alive?" She blinked, looking genuinely surprised. "Geez, don't be dramatic or anything..." I frowned at her hyperbolic statement. "Maybe he's keeping you around to get revenge." She suggested. Possible. I wouldn't put it past him. "I didn't know alright!" I exclaimed. "Let's hope that excuse is acceptable.." She was merely amused. "Working with my new boss is going to be a piece of work." ** Synopsis: When the CEO of Signature Heights: Jensen Black, and a stubborn employee: Alexandra Brook, clash, it's a battle of wits & a war of perseverance. They are both dead set on making each other's lives hell, but when the story progresses they just might learn that first impressions could be deceiving. As circumstances reveal their true selves and opinions change, things could get complicated especially when suddenly feelings get involved. Who would be the first to concede? Maybe it's not that simple to forgive your archnemesis and maybe it'll result in some hilarious consequences... ** Book 1 of a two-part series (completed).High Rankings: # Funny, # Humor, # Comedy, # Romance, #Billionaire Amazing book, I adore your writing style, and I really enjoyed these characters and story -Reader Fantastic story, believably flawed characters and deft humour makes for a very engaging read, I could barely put it down to feed my children -Reader **

Please tell me you have this seat pushed back for another reason" I climbed into the car and slammed the door shut. "I don't know you tell me" he repsonded and I give him a disgusted look. "Ain't no way you letting me sit in the seat you banged a bitch in" I cant "It's clean and you acting like you never had car sex before" he chuckled. More like none I stayed quiet and his eyes were on me. "Wait...you're a virgin" his eyes slightly widened like it was a shock to him. "Stay out of my business" I mugged him and fixed the seat. "With a face and body like that no doubt I would smash" he looked me up and down. "Except you ain't never gonna get a piece of this" I glide my hand down my chest with a smug look on my face. "We'll see"

"Talk to me" |complete| Start : Feb 1st 2021 Finish : Sept 5th 2021 slow burn ish

Xenia N'Diaye is that girl, the one with the issues who majors in making the wrong decisions, especially those involving love. So she lives by a few rules: No man, No sex, No love and one goal of becoming a good mother but even at that she is failing miserably. The company she works for has a new team of ex-pat managers with which arrives the smart and directive Gregory Carlton. Xenia is a quick-mouthed extrovert, and Gregory is your modern-day workaholic. From the first encounter, sparks fly in the opposite direction between the two. If things couldn't get worse, Gregory moves into the same residence as Xenia. Yes, everything you are thinking of will happen for better or for worse. It's just another rom-com, a snack of entertainment. Highest ranking: #5 in diverselit 04/03/2021 Ranking chicklit: #408 03/01/2018 #520 12/03/2018 #383 21/04/2018 Awards: 1st place Chicklit Runaway Awards 2018 2nd place winner W.O.W Awards 2018 People's choice W.O.W Awards 2018 3rd place Chicklit winner Blossom Awards 2018

A story of teenager Adonis, living with post traumatic stress disorder, as well as a world of other issues involving his family, his school, and his own thoughts. He eventually befriends the popular, Farrah, who at first...takes more interest in his popular older brother. All characters are 18 and older. (apparently I have to be followed for some privated chapters)

After a drug addicted mother and her daughter is separated from an alley raid, six year old Zahara learns to fend for herself. From eating out of trash cans to bathing in gas station bathrooms, a bonnie and clyde couple finds Sahara in the alley. Will they leave her? Or will they change and take her in? Read to find out

At the height of her career, superstar singer Malaysia Burgos has everything the world says she should want-chart-topping hits, sold-out shows, designer gowns, and millions of eyes watching her every move. But behind the lights, the cameras, and the carefully crafted image, Malaysia is drowning. Raised by a relentless mother-manager who shaped her into a product instead of a person, Malaysia struggles with the suffocating pressure of fame and the loss of her own identity. When a near-fatal moment forces her to confront how broken she truly is, an unexpected connection changes everything. Hendrix Smith, a quiet, principled police officer with political aspirations, doesn't want fame-and definitely doesn't want to be pulled into the chaos of a pop star's world. But when he becomes the one person who sees Malaysia not as a brand, but as a woman, their connection challenges everything they've both been taught about success, love, and self-worth. As ambition clashes with authenticity, and love collides with control, Malaysia must decide whether she'll continue living for the world-or finally learn how to live for herself.

As a beauty entrepreneur and public figure in Atlanta, Nicole knows the power of looking flawless on the outside. But what she craves most is feeling good on the inside. All she wants is love, but when secrets surface and sparks ignite, desire and truth collide in ways she never expected. Read on to see how Nicole navigates passion, vulnerability, and the unexpected turns of the heart. Ari Fletcher x Moneybagg Yo

August is always on the grind touring cities, chasing money, and chasing fame while a family depends on him and a life waits quietly at home. Success comes easy, but fulfillment doesn't. On the road, in the studio, and in the moments he almost misses, August begins to see what truly matters: the people, the love, the small things he's been too busy to notice. Read on to watch him confront ambition, desire, and responsibility. Most importantly, see how he discovers that happiness isn't in the spotlight, but in the life waiting for him offstage. August Alsina x Ashanti

ɪᴛs ᴏɴʟʏ ғᴏʀ ᴛʜᴇ ʙᴇᴛᴛᴇʀ ɪғ ɪᴍ ᴛʀʏɪɴɢ ᴛᴏ ᴄʜᴀɴɢᴇ ʏᴏᴜ - ᴘᴏʟᴏ ɢ In New York City, 21 years old Diamond Hughes faces the ongoing challenges of being a single mom after getting pregnant and having falling out with her ex boyfriend her senior year in highschool. After a few years, Xavier James aka former UCLA college football star and baby daddy returns into her life wanting a second chance to make things right. Stuck between the past and present, Diamond built up her walls refusing to allow Xavier back into her life because of past hurt and trust issues she had been holding onto the past few years.

Maia is always seeking ways to elevate herself and protect her peace. A successful businesswoman, she puts her child above all else. Motherhood is her true priority, guiding every decision she makes. Love isn't on her agenda, but the next man she's willing to give her all to must have that one thing: respect. Not only for her, but also for her life, and for her role as a mother. Read on to see how Maia navigates desire, boundaries, and the path to finding the respect and love she truly deserves in California. Saweetie x Quavo

When a new master criminal comes on the scene, Detective Decker is tasked with catching him. A catch that will make his career. But when the criminal turns out to be clever, beautiful and a woman that leaves him a little startled upon a chance first meeting, Decker will have to tuck his attraction away and get the job done... but that doesn't mean he won't enjoy the chase first...

A thirty-seven-year-old woman who never breaks the rules finds herself facing unexpected consequences after a one night stand with a younger man. * * * ☆ FEATURED ON @WattpadStars reading list (stars did NaNo), @Romance (Romance spotlight: Featured stories), @AmbassadorsNG reading list, @Wattpad reading lists (escape through stories) (strong female leads), @WattpadExplorer reading lists (#CelebrateBlackStories), (Black girl magic) (April, Editor's pick) and @ContemporaryLit reading lists (Hot picks) (contemporary romance) (celebrate women's history month)☆ Genevieve Ukaji is a successful banker still single at thirty-seven-years-old. Her mother continues to remind her to find a husband. Her colleagues gossip about her behind her back, and to make matters worse, she wakes up one morning in a stranger's bed. Regardless, she decided to push the experience to the back of her mind until the stranger unexpectedly walks into her parents' home, and she realises the big age difference between them. Genevieve is too ashamed and embarrassed of herself. She wants nothing to do with him, but it's not the same for the cute stranger. He tries his hardest to bring her out of her shell. Amidst all this, Genevieve finds out she's expecting. For the first time in her life, she would have to decide if this glimmer of happiness is enough to face the fear of what others might say about her. THIS WAS A NaNoWriMo2020 PROJECT. THIS BOOK IS COMPLETE Started: 06/11/20 Completed: 29/11/20 Edited with the help of @SabaUmmeSalma

At twenty-seven, YouTube sensation Ben Leonards is married to his work. If he's not whipping up lasagna with a side of science experiments, he's running statistical analysis of bitcoin during explosive behavior periods. When a friend asks him to organize a baby shower, he's quick to jump on board, however, there's a catch. His co-host is Amelie D'Amico, the girl who moved to France and left him holding the pieces of his heart. Ben has never stopped loving her, but knowing and saying it are two different things. In the past, Amelie has put her career above her heart, but after adding a PhD to her name and landing her dream job at a top-notch university in Chicago, a string of mishaps are not enough to distract her from the whirlwind of emotions she still holds for Ben. Both are too stubborn to make the first move. Both are convinced it will never last. Yet, wild combinations can make for the most delicious recipes. THE GIRL HE USED TO KNOW x NORMAL PEOPLE - a contemporary second-chance romance. This is a Ben and Am story five years after they first met. If you'd like to read what happened between them 5 years ago, please read Love Novice.

How exactly did I end up the best friend of the guy I hated my entire life? Listen, this is going to be a long story. Let me take you to the beginning. The year was 1992... ENEMIES-TO-FRIENDS-TO-LOVERS Victor Manning has been infuriating Becka since she sat behind him in 7th grade English. He's cocky, self-centered, and obnoxious. When High School ends, the college dynamic slowly turns Victor into the one person Becka cannot live without. "The best slow burn I've ever read." YA/NA, for cursing. Set in the 1990s.