African American Church Fiction

Lauren Daniels had everything planned. She'd go to college, get the degree, settle down, get married, build her career as a sought-after architect and have a family. For the most part, things worked accordingly. Until she decides to change the plans to get what she wants. Now, a chance encounter with a handsome man brings more than just the broken vows of infidelity. Leaving Lauren to wonder if she should have left well enough alone. How quickly we forget that things done in the dark always comes to light. Sometimes the best laid plans can spell disaster or even cost you a life.

After experiencing the shock of hypocrisy, legalism, infidelity, and many other soul-crushing experiences, Leah chose to leave the confines of the traditional church to find fulfillment and define true worship, spirituality, and love. Just when things appear to turn in her favor, Leah experiences yet another painful blow. Both Leah and her sister Rebbie are blindsided by a terrible heart-wrenching secret that leaves both women dejected and in despair. Will these unfavorable events trigger an even greater attempt for Leah to detach from her former responsibilities to the church? Will she ...

This book has two religious romance stories: In 'Dating a Single Minister', Derrick Hamilton a single Baptist minister found himself fascinated with Summer Reed a gorgeous fashion mogul. Although a mutual attraction existed between Minister Hamilton and Summer the minister maintained his involvement with another woman. The minister's ex further intensified the drama as she's accused of sabotaging Summer's entry into an elite fashion competition. And in the short story 'Megans Fools Paradise', Minister Terrell Crutchfield of Tabernacle Baptist Church deals with life consequences when his ...

From the outside looking in, Deacon Devlyn Dubose is exceedingly blessed and highly esteemed. His charismatic personality and overwhelming magnetism make most instinctively gravitate toward him. He appears to be a chief example of a true man of God. However, his wife, Azrielle, has come to see him differently. She knows first-hand how fast the seemingly compassionate man can turn into a double-faced monster, a saint on Sunday but a devil in the streets. For over a year, she has lived her own double life, a contented wife in the public eye, but a prisoner to her husband’s whims behind ...

At every Black church picnic, there’s one unspoken rule—be careful whose potato salad you eat! When the congregation of Greater Hope Baptist Church gathers for their annual picnic, the competition is fierce, the gossip is strong, and the side-eyes are sharper than ever. Sister Gladys is determined to prove that her potato salad reigns supreme, while Sister Pearl insists that she's s been the undisputed queen of the dish for decades. The congregation watches all the drama unfold with a knowing smile. As laughter fills the air and old rivalries heat up, the church picnic becomes...

Enjoy the Entire Collection Unequally Yoked Part 1 High school sweethearts, Monica and Robert fight to save their marriage when Robert decided to take his relationship with God seriously. His new commitment to his newfound faith forces Monica to feel judged and alone. Refusing to support Roberts life-changing efforts, Monica becomes rebellious and negligent as a wife and mother. She is desperate to keep her unhealthy marriage and questions the God who she feels is tearing them apart. Unequally Yoked Part 2 Robert is a new converted Christian and best friend of Calvin Snow, finally decides ...

In Andy Lewter's powerful novel "The Black Pontiff," a young boy from Chicago's dangerous South Side rises to become the first African American pope in history, challenging centuries of tradition and igniting a global spiritual revolution. Elijah Turner's journey begins in the gang-infested streets of Chicago, where a chance encounter with a local priest offers him an escape through education. From Catholic school to Notre Dame University, the seminary, and beyond, Elijah navigates prejudice and politics while developing his vision of a more inclusive Church. When Pope Francis dies in 2025,...

This book is the compelling sequel to the continuing saga of events evolving from book # 1: “Unequally Yoked- the Pleasures of Sin Lasts for a Season.” After coming face to face with the grief, anguish, and heartbreak from her past, Christine Wells forges ahead in contemplation of picking up the broken pieces only to discover lessons in reaping and sowing. Will Christine be able to endure the night seasons of wrestling, pushing, and pulling in order to see the dawning of her day of destiny? Download your copy today!

Haunted by the abandonment of her mother and father, Willow embarks on a relentless quest for answers, driven by an unfillable void within her soul. But as she confronts buried secrets that threaten to unravel her world, she must overcome relentless opposition that could destroy everything she holds dear. Willow, like a resilient flower breaking through life's concrete constraints, carries a name bestowed by her estranged mother—an aspiration for her to mirror the strong willow tree, flourishing against all odds. Battling childhood bullying fueled by her devotion to church traditions, ...

There's always a man around the corner, and church trustee James Black should know - he's usually that very man. Meet a deliciously dysfunctional family in this riveting new novel, filled with intrigue, sex, and surprises.

Meet the members of the Love, Joy, Peace, and Deliverance Community Choir, a group of young adults joined together through their passion for singing the Lord’s praises - although their hearts are far from the things of God. Patrice Russell was raised in the church, but she is hell bent on living like the devil, not even trying to get help for the sex addiction she knows she has. Lorene McCall has been Patrice's best friend since childhood. When she's not singing, Lorene is cussin' like a sailor.

Minister Terrell Crutchfield of Tabernacle Baptist Church deals with life consequences when his past and present romances collide. In this African American / Black contemporary church suspense romance story, Megan Hightower, and Madeline Webster, two brazen church harlots will bring on the drama. Marital infidelity and adultery take center stage in this delightfully entertaining church tale. Sometimes in life when it rains unfortunately it pours out deceit and deception. Mixing Madeline Webster into the equation literally adds fuel to the fire. Megan Hightower and Minister's Crutchfield's ...

If you want to get a real headache, try to understand destiny! Understanding destiny is almost as difficult as eluding it. It is obviously attached to you before the foundation of the world. I believe the only thing that is able to change destiny is choice. The question, therefore, would not be what kind of destiny do I have? But, what kind of choices will I make? Wanza Leftwich has done a splendid job of depicting the drama involved in the life of a young woman who has obvious spiritual destiny attached to her. She takes it straight to the major vein - me and my man! She depicts Ebony ...

More Than Grateful follows First Lady Rachel Tate as she faces the most challenging trial of her life. Married to Pastor Jonas Tate, the charismatic leader of Rise Church, Rachel is determined to make her mark by organizing her first women’s conference, aptly named More Than Grateful. But the journey is anything but smooth. As Rachel steps into her new role, she encounters resistance from the women in the congregation, particularly from Allison, who once hoped to marry Jonas herself. The tension between Rachel and Allison spills over, straining Rachel’s relationship with her husband and...

Staggering through the shadows of rejection and abandonment, Xavier Taylor eagerly embraces the transition into adulthood; but, he must face the demons from his childhood closet! Hiding his heart within the security of childhood friendships, writing rap lyrics, and leaning upon the faith of his Grandmother, will Xavier discover his real purpose and destiny? This is the gripping story of rescuing the little boy in order to release the soul of the man. Oftentimes, the anger of a man Is not anger at all...but the manifestations stemming from a cycle of trauma!

Holy Rock's Choir Director, Sista Rianna Jamison, has her eyes and heart set on nabbing Hezekiah McCoy. She will stop at nothing and has no shame when it comes to staking her claim. When Hezekiah's ex-wife, Fancy McCoy, reappears in Hezekiah's life, Rianna isn't having it. She's taking no chances and sets out to make sure she's the one who ultimately wins Hezekiah's heart and claim the title of First Lady of New Holy Rock Ministries. This is Book 2 in the Holy Rock Chronicles series.

Sheridan S. Davis, author of Saved Sex, Pretty for a Dark-Skin Girl, and I’m Nobody’s Ruth is all too familiar with Chicago’s church scene. The city, mostly known for its heavily portrayed violence in media, is also the birthplace of Gospel music and has a rich history in God. As a church girl herself, Sheridan decided to pen a fictional tale about the friendship between five church girls. Join Shyanne, Selena, Kyra, Miriam, and Lisa as they plow through the ups and downs of friendship.

Derrick Hamilton a single Baptist minister found himself fascinated with Summer Reed a gorgeous fashion mogul. Although a mutual attraction existed between Minister Hamilton and Summer the minister maintained his involvement with another woman. The minister's ex further intensified the drama as she's accused of sabotaging Summer's entry into an elite fashion competition. The complexity of navigating the social dating scene or should I say romance and courtship of a minister seem to be a challenge in itself. Will the woeful misfortune of the esteemed Ms. Summer Reed bring those that are ...

Tressie faithfully prayed every night that God would send her a thug. It wasn't long before her prayers were answered and she met a handsome ex-convict named Payce Boyd. Payce is a fine roughneck and everything Tressie ever imagined and more. That is until Tressie experiences firsthand the reality of being a thug's girl. Seeking solace and comfort in the sanctuary, Tressie soon learns valuable lessons and shocking truths about herself and others.

♥The Candy Beach Series ♥ Can an alcoholic and a grieving dairy farmer find true love? After her dad's unexpected death, Emily struggles to run her family's dairy farm. When handsome Frank Reese, a CPA, unexpectedly shows up for an audit, her life drastically changes. Emily is stunned when Frank uncovers a secret about her deceased father - a secret that may change her life forever. Frank is mesmerized by his beautiful, outspoken client. As she tries to sweeten his mood with her mouthwatering milk chocolate candy, he struggles with a problem. His addiction and lack of faith are enough ...