TaJ Shamari
TaJ Shamari was born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. After earning her Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in mental health from Alabama A&M University, she rediscovered her early passion for writing. A lifelong reader inspired by urban fiction and storytellers like Zane and Ashley Antoinette, TaJarha now creates stories rooted in urban life, romance, and fantasy.
Dria Andersen
Dria Andersen is a full-time photographer, mother of two, and lifelong storyteller. After the birth of her first child, she made a promise to pursue her dreams boldly-starting with writing the kinds of stories she always wanted to see in the world. That leap of faith became her debut novel, and she's been writing ever since. Dria crafts love stories that center brown girls with heart, strength, and agency. Blending romance with elements of fantasy and wonder, her books invite readers into richly imagined worlds where anything is possible and everyone deserves a happy ending.
Dana Renae
Dana Renae is a romantic at heart, writing stories about love, second chance romances, and spice. Her passion for writing began at the age of seven. With a gift for creating relatable characters, Dana writes romance and suspense novels that celebrate the beauty of black love.
Solar Black
Meet Solar Black — a powerhouse storyteller who blends romance, fantasy, and sci-fi into the addictive world of her Space Orcs series! Her books deliver diverse, dynamic female leads, massive orc warriors, and scorching hot scenes that keep readers wanting more. From high-stakes adventure to heart-gripping love, Solar creates universes full of strength, vulnerability, and survival you can feel on every page.If you love fantasy with heat, sci-fi with emotion, and romance with depth — Solar Black is a MUST-READ.
Nako
Nako is a powerhouse author, writer, and producer hailing from the vibrant city of Atlanta, Georgia. Nako has penned gripping novels that transport readers to richly imagined worlds filled with unforgettable characters and thought-provoking themes. Nako’s creative vision, combined with her entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering commitment to her craft, has solidified her status as a trailblazer in the world of literature and entertainment. As she continues to push boundaries and inspire others with her work, she remains a shining example of talent, determination, and the power of storytelling.
Lala B.
Lala B., a 35-year-old mama of two and a recent country girl transplant. I’ve been writing for pleasure since I was a kid, and in February 2025, I finally published my first book—dream come true! With a background in tech and a wild imagination, I pour my heart into every page. I love thrillers, romantasy, dark romance, urban romance, and sooo much more. If it’s bold, emotional, and a little messy—I’m all in.
Kim K
Kim K is an Atlanta-based author and creative force whose gritty, emotionally charged storytelling has captivated readers across the world. With over a decade of professional writing experience and six years published, she’s built a loyal audience drawn to her raw, character-driven tales of love, power, and redemption. Known for series like Sold My Soul for His Hood Millions and Still Your Favorite Ex, Kim’s work blends urban realism with deep emotion, offering stories that are as passionate as they are unforgettable.
Kiriah Kache
Jeremiah 29:11 — "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Kiriah Kachè is an author who writes from the heart; sharing stories that honor Black women, their voices, and the journeys that shape them. She writes for the girls who are chasing their happily ever after!
Taniece
Taniece is a Montgomery, Alabama native, born and raised. A devoted mother of three, she’s driven by a mission to build generational wealth for her children. What began as a love for reading and a way to escape soon transformed into a passion for storytelling—leading her to write her very first novel.
Monica Cox
Monica Cox is an Ohio-based author who writes grown, emotionally rich romance and thoughtful nonfiction. Her stories center brilliant women and complex, swoon-worthy men navigating love, loss, faith, and second chances, blending sensuality with soul. Drawing on over twenty years as a professor and leader, she writes with an honest, intersectional lens that speaks to anyone who has ever felt unseen or silenced, offering narratives rooted in healing and restoration. Born in rural southeast Alabama and raised by educators, Monica infuses every page with her Southern roots, her belief in resilience, and her commitment to imagining new ways of loving and living.
Tosha Writes
Tosha Writes, and I am a best-selling author. I write reality fiction novels in Street/Hood Literature (Urban Fiction), Romance (Suspense), Contemporary Romance, Erotic, Poetry, and Dark (Spicy) Romance. I have twenty-nine published books, including my poetry book, Psalms From an Introvert. It's under my poetry pen name, Tosha Rhymes. In April of 2022, I published my first book, The Code Keepers: Esha’s Side A. I’m going into 2026 as a fourth year published Author. Even though I have been an author for over three years, I’ve been writing for over twenty years. It took this long to pick up the pen and write again because life happened so quickly for me… I had gotten married and had just started a family as a young mother. However, those weren’t the only reasons for my delay. I have had to overcome some things within myself. There was a whole lot of standing in my own way. I’m sure some can relate. Now I am a very determined woman looking to achieve all my goals so far and any that I plan in the future. I hope to have readers flipping lots of pages and find entertainment while you read.
Ieshia P.
I’m Ieshia P. been writing all my life and love to create beautiful stories and worlds to immerse in. I write different genres and don’t like to be boxed in to one genre. Using pieces of real life happenings in my story to give you great books!
Erica Denise
Proverbs 3: 5-6- “Trust in The Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.” An avid reader with a love of storytelling, Author Erica Denise has turned her childhood dreams into reality–writing stories that reflect her heart, her faith and her journey. Her characters are rooted in real experiences, resonating deeply with readers who seek soul and sincerity. From bedtime reading at age four to holding degrees in Journalism and Integrated Marketing, Erica brings passion, purpose and a prayerful pen to every page. is crafting stories that reflect her heart, her faith and her journey. Her characters are penned with love and rooted in real experiences. She has turned her childhood dreams into reality.
A Birmingham, AL native, Erica can be found reading works by fellow indie authors of other BIPOC authors when she is not writing herself. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and binge watching her favorite shows and movies.
C.Monet
C. Monet, a powerhouse storyteller hailing from the heart of Clarksville, TN. She crafts romance with raw honesty, rich imagination, and an unshakable devotion to one thing: LOVE in all the ways it shows up. Instant. Unconventional. Messy. Transformative. In her world, love never plays by the rules. With nearly 40 novels to her name, C. Monet writes savvy, charismatic women and imperfect, unforgettable men who are all chasing that one elusive treasure. Her journey began as a way to give voice to the truths living within and around her and every story she pens is layered with lived experience, unfiltered emotion, and a refusal to shrink romance into a box. Her books linger. They make you feel. They remind you that love leads, dreams unfold, and some stories stay with you long after the final page.
Morgan A Evans
Morgan A. Evans is a Georgia-based writer who lives for a touch of drama and the promise of a happy ending. With a profound understanding that love can sometimes bring heartache, she believes that redemption makes the journey that much sweeter.
Lory Wallace
Lory Wallace, a proud Miami native, is an author who knows how to make readers feel every page. She brings contemporary romance and women’s fiction to life with stories that speak to both women and men, blending heart, real emotion, and unforgettable characters.Following her divorce, Lory found a new chapter of her own—one that sparked a love for storytelling and led to the self-publication of her debut novel in 2018. Growing up in the 80s, she devoured books like The Baby-Sitters Club and Sweet Valley High, never realizing then that those childhood favorites were planting the seeds of a future author. Today, Lory channels that early passion into powerful, engaging stories that explore life, love, second chances, and resilience in all its forms.
Tia Love
Tia Love is a romance author crafting unforgettable love stories where Black women lead, shine, and get the love they deserve. Rooted in luxury, joy, and the richness of Black life, her stories spotlight unique characters and fresh, immersive plots. When she’s not writing, Tia is a traveling basketball mom and a dedicated student pursuing multiple writing degrees.
Dana Bari
Dani Bari is a proud native of Bessemer, Alabama and a lifelong educator with a passion for storytelling. An avid reader of romance and historical fiction, her love for books began in her father’s lap, listening to stories and learning to read. That early spark grew into a deep appreciation for literature—and now, a desire to contribute her own voice to the world of fiction.
Dani writes with a focus on mature romance, offering stories that reflect the beauty, complexity, and depth of love at every stage of life. Her work celebrates the truth that falling in love doesn’t have an expiration date.
She is a widow who currently resides in the Birmingham, AL metro area and is the proud mother of three adult children.
Queen T
Tatiana Sanon, a 38-year-old author, mother, and publisher from Queens, New York, has carved out a remarkable path in the literary world. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science and a Master's in Education from Mercy College, as well as a Master of Science in Special Education from Touro College.
Tatiana’s love for reading and writing began early in life and was fueled by her discovery of Urban Fiction through influential authors like Terri Woods and Nikki Turner. Their stories inspired countless book-hunting trips along Jamaica Avenue and ultimately sparked her own literary dreams. Though she initially put her writing on hold to focus on her education, Tatiana reignited her creative journey after graduating in 2018. That marked the beginning of her first series, Karma Before Konscious, which evolved into a compelling narrative that resonates with readers. Balancing life as a mother, student, and educator, Tatiana also known by her pen name Queen T has since authored over 30 novels, with many more releases on the horizon.
Kirahvi Bello
Kirahvi is a captivating romance author who transforms everyday moments into extraordinary love stories. She crafts heart-stopping contemporary romances that explore the beautiful complexity of modern relationships.
Kirahvi is also a Florida born and Georgia living author that loves love. Throughout her childhood, Kirahvi spent her free time writing heartfelt poems and short stories in fictional lands. After graduating with an MBA, she fell deeper in love with the romance genre. Follow her on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Threads and Facebook on @Kirahvi_ReadsnWrites.
Yvette Way
Originally from Boston and now rooted in Atlanta, Yvette Way is a storyteller whose passion began in the fourth grade and flourished in high school thanks to a mentor who introduced her to icons like Dr. Maya Angelou.A Curry College graduate with a BA in Communication, Forseriesearly writing journey included journalism and short stories that became the foundation of her novels. In 2006 she self-published her debut, What’s A Sista To DoForseriesublishers pushed back on her inclusion of a bisexual character—but she didn’t let that stop her.
Since then, she has reimagined several titles, including What’s A Sista To Do, Story of Two, and Takedown, and in 2024 released her self-awareness journal, You Are So…. She’s currently working on two YA romance books in her Falling Forseries.
Shay Bryce
Shay B. Bryce is a lover and a writer, and one who believes that books are sometimes better than people. A Chicago, IL native, she now resides in the DMV. When she's not writing, she's reading. Chat with her on YouTube and select other socials @msmalcolmhughes. Books are her favorite things to discuss.
Shanette
Shanette is a New Jersey–based educator and author of His to Crown, known for bringing urban romance and fiction to life with luxury, emotion, and unforgettable women learning to soften, love, and grow.She is also the creator of The After 5 Collection—a series of bite-sized, grown-folk reads designed for readers who want vivid storytelling after a long day. The first bookisode, Snoh in December, sets the tone with friendship, laughs, and a touch of romance.
When she’s not writing, you’ll catch Shanette: Bingeing ‘90s Black sitcoms, Loving sunflowers,Rocking bamboo earrings with vibes.
A.C. (AJ) Jones
A.C. (AJ) Jones is a storyteller who paints with words—fusing raw urban grit with deep emotional fire. From the streets of Urban Mind State to the sensual rhythms of Soulgasm, Jones writes with unapologetic intensity, giving voice to love, struggle, and transformation.
Born from lived experience and sharpened by imagination, his stories explore the dualities of life—pain and pleasure, street and soul, beast and rebirth. Whether it's crime drama laced with street wisdom or poetry that grips your body and spirit, A.C. Jones invites you to feel every word.
When he's not writing, he's building bridges—between worlds, genres, and readers hungry for something real.
Moni Boyce
Moni Boyce is a USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary and paranormal romance, a filmmaker and a poet. After working in the film industry for fifteen years, helping others bring their visions to life, she now creates worlds of her own, full of diverse characters with heat, heart and happily ever afters. She considers herself a bookworm, film buff, foodie, music lover and an avid world traveler having visited 36 countries and counting. She currently lives in Virginia but considers Los Angeles her hometown.
Neveah Jayne
Neveah Jayne is a black romance author telling the kind of love stories that stay with you, honest, passionate, and beautifully messy. As a mother of two and a lifelong reader, her love for books pushed her to start writing her own: raw, character-driven romances that reflect real life, real pain, and real healing. She doesn’t shy away from the gritty side of life; instead, she leans into it, exploring the struggles, secrets, and second chances that shape her characters’ journeys. Whether it’s a love that defies the odds or a woman choosing herself, Neveah always delivers a story where love, no matter how complicated, is always worth fighting for.
Tamara Morgan
Tamara Morgan is a UC Berkeley graduate, Stanford Law School alum, and retired attorney who writes stories rooted in Black culture and family heritage. With a passion for storytelling and a penchant for detail, she explores the trajectories of relationships and the impact of circumstance, choices and history across generations. Done in the Dark is her debut novel and the first in a trilogy.
Mahogany Rose
Mahogany Rose is an Atlanta, Georgia–based contemporary romance and women’s fiction author known for her emotionally layered, poetic, and luxurious storytelling style. Her debut novel, Cream, follows a curvy lounge owner navigating love, ambition, body image, and the tension between almost and not enough. Through slow-burn romance and richly emotional characters, Mahogany writes love stories for Black women who crave tenderness, truth, and transformation.
San Lashun
San Lashun, formerly known as T.L. Blakely, is an indie author from Mississippi who was raised in Nashville, Tennessee. She discovered her love for reading at the age of seven, and after taking a creative writing class in middle school, she began using her imagination to create stories of her own.
In 2018, San signed with a publisher and released two books before transitioning into independent publishing. Since then, she has continued growing her catalog and exploring multiple genres.
San has published three young adult novels and recently returned to the literary world with her newest release, Sweater Weather: A Brightmoor Short. She is also expanding her creativity into children’s books, with plans to release them in the near future.
As an indie author, San remains passionate about storytelling and is excited to continue building her writing career while sharing meaningful stories with readers.
Ciana Smoak
Ciana Smoak is a teacher by day and author by night, when she’s not reading and writing black stories she’s sipping hot tea and crocheting her days away