African American Fiction
Explore the best African American fiction books with our curated list. Discover powerful stories, acclaimed authors, and must-read novels that celebrate Black culture and voices.
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When Somebody Loves You Back
by Mary B. Morrison
Former playboy Darius Jones is back on top of his game. He's got a great career ahead of him in the NBA, he's finally engaged …
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She Ain't the One
by Carl Weber
In this exciting collaboration, "New York Times" bestselling author Weber and "Essence" bestselling author Morrison combine their powerful talents to deliver a gripping novel about …
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Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This
by Mary B. Morrison
In the steamiest novel yet from the "New York Times" bestselling author of "When Somebody Loves You Back," the timing finally seems right for Darius …
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Somebody's Gotta Be on Top
by Mary B. Morrison
Darius Jones believes that the only time a woman should be on top is during sex. At 22, he knows what he wants and he …
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He's Just a Friend
by Mary B. Morrison
When Fancy Taylor discovers that the man she has fallen in love with is actually married, she concocts an outrageous scheme to make him divorce …
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Never Again Once More
by Mary B. Morrison
The sensational follow-up to her best-selling Soulmates Dissipate, Never Again Once More brings back Jada and Wellington, the star-crossed soul mates who couldn't seem to …
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Soul Mates Dissipate
by Mary B. Morrison
In this sensual and bittersweet story of true love tested, Mary B. Morrison's soulful, sexy, and totally uncensored voice speaks right to the hearts of …
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The Maintenance Man
by Michael Baisden
Michael Baisden, the bad boy of literature, strikes gold again with this provocative, nationally bestselling novel about love, lust, and lies. Malcolm Tremell lives the …
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Men Cry in the Dark
by Michael Baisden
The mass-market edition of the first novel by the author of the popular The Maintenance Man, this is a gripping novel that gives a man's …
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God's Gift to Women
by Michael Baisden
A smooth talker. An even better listener. And handsome as heaven on earth. He is God's Gift to Women. Julian Payne gets into bed with …
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Caramel Flava
by Zane
Zane has never been more popular. This latest confection offers a delicious assortment of fun, sexy fiction by one of the best erotica authors in …
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Breaking the Cycle
by Zane
"A collection of short stories surrounding domestic abuse and the turmoil it causes."--Cover.
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The Heat Seekers
by Zane
A hot and sexy novel from the bestselling author of Addicted about the volatile, sensual escapades of two unforgettable pairs of lover. They're sisters of …
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Love Is Never Painless
by Zane
A spicy collection of three novellas, serving up psychological drama without skimping on the hot encounters that are bestselling erotica author Zane's trademark. Includes Love …
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Abide With Me
by E. Lynn Harris
In this hotly anticipated conclusion to his popular Invisible Life trilogy, E. Lynn Harris delivers a masterful tale that traces the evolving lives of his …
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A Love of My Own
by E. Lynn Harris
After Zola Denise Norwood meets media mogul Davis Vincent McClinton on a New York-bound flight, he makes her a couple of offers before they even …
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Any Way the Wind Blows
by E. Lynn Harris
When her wedding to John “Basil” Henderson didn’t come off as planned, Yancey Harrington Braxton flew off to L.A. and remade herself as mega-diva Yancey …
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The Other Woman
by Eric Jerome Dickey
With their marriage dissipating in the face of their conflicting work schedules, an African-American couple finds their relationship tested by extramarital affairs. By the author …
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Naughty or Nice
by Eric Jerome Dickey
With all the humor, passion, and soul his fans have come to expect, New York Times bestselling author Eric Jerome Dickey has written a novel …
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Genevieve
by Eric Jerome Dickey
Learn exactly why Eric Jerome Dickey was renowned for his novels starring “bold, smart women oozing sexuality and vulnerability” (The Atlantic) in this New York …
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Drive Me Crazy
by Eric Jerome Dickey
Former convict Driver's efforts to right the wrongs in his life are compromised by an expensive secret and a past affair with his boss's troublesome …
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Friends and Lovers
by Eric Jerome Dickey
Hailed as one of “the most successful Black authors of the last quarter-century” (The New York Times), Eric Jerome Dickey captures the humor and heartache …
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Gotham Diaries
by Tonya Lewis Lee
An uproarious work of social satire by Tonya Lewis Lee and Crystal McCrary Anthony, who give us an exclusive peek into the world of super-rich, …
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A Day Late and a Dollar Short
by Terry McMillan
“Without question, this is McMillan’s best. A glorious novel....A moving tapestry of familial love and redemption.”—The Washington Post With her hallmark exuberance and a cast …
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Sins & Secrets
by Carolyn Chambers Sanders
An "Essence" bestseller from the author of "Sins, Secrets & Success." Candice, Amber, and Toi are three young black women who have risen above life …
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Taste of Reality
by Kimberla Lawson Roby
This "New York Times" bestseller is the searingly triumphant tale of an African-American woman who, against all odds, battles workplace discrimination, a crumbling marriage, and …
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Too Much of a Good Thing
by Kimberla Lawson Roby
In the sequel to the enormously successful Casting the First Stone, Kimberla Lawson Roby brings back a character readers love to hate. Curtis Black might …
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Love and Lies
by Kimberla Lawson Roby
Truth and lies . . . At long last, the Reverend Curtis Black appears to be living the straight life. The all-too-human preacher is a …
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Changing Faces
by Kimberla Lawson Roby
“Juicy saga of sister-friendship with all its twists and turns”—Essence Meet Whitney, Taylor, and Charisse—best friends who have been there for each other for years, …
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One in a Million
by Kimberla Lawson Roby
From the acclaimed author of "Sin No More" comes a poignant and witty story of a wife, a husband, and a few surprises that will …