Below is a list of the African American books on sale during the month of APRIL 2026. Click on the title for our review of the book. Click on BUY to purchase.
April 2026
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COBRA - Brenda Jackson

Masters of the Game (Book #2)

Madaris Publishing Company

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(31 March)

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CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
For triplets, Cortez, Colton, and Cobra Masters, when something happens to one, it starts a chain reaction with the other two. However, when Cortez falls in love and gets married, Colton and Cobra decide that's where the domino effect ends. Colton prefers short-term relationships. However, for Cobra, no-strings-attached affairs suit him just fine. Colton and Cobra are die-hard bachelors and masters of the game'. But for how long?
BIG GIRL BLITZ - Danielle Allen

Curve (Book #3)

Bramble Books

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(14 April)

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CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Because life’s too short, and mean girls ain’t sh…Jazmyn Payne fled her hometown—and the fatphobes who made her life hell– the minute she graduated high school. Growing up, her haven was her Aunt Addison, and when her health takes a drastic turn, she insists that Jazz should spice up her life. Emphasis on spice.
CARNIVAL COLD CASE - R. Barri Flowers

Criminal Case Files (Book #3)

Harlequin Intrigue

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(31 March)

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ROMANTIC SUSPENSE
When Stefanie Nguyen discovers a dead body at the annual Founder's Day celebration, police detective Campbell Sawyer picks up the case. Could the murder be related to a cold case his father worked? Or to a sinister cult? Despite his goal of keeping things strictly business, Campbell is deeply drawn to Stefanie as he investigates the mystery. Can he keep her safe as the danger escalates?
ROPING THE MAVERICK - Kathy Douglass

Montana Mavericks: Legacy of Tenacity (Book #3)

Harlequin Montana Mavericks

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(31 March)

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CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Rancher Ellis Corey cherishes his quiet life in Tenacity, and he’s in no hurry to settle down—or so he thinks. Tiffany Brandt may not be a cowboy-boot-wearing, hang-out-at-a-saloon type of date, but that’s all right with Ellis. The fun-loving city girl will be heading back to Bronco in a few weeks, so there’s no danger of them getting too involved. Tiffany truly believes casual is what she wants. She denies there could be anything more between them. But the charismatic horseman is quick to realize that saying goodbye to Tiffany is the last thing he wants to do!
THE LOVELY DARKNESS - A.C. Arthur

The Donovans: Renegade (Book #1)

Artistry Publishing

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(21 April)

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CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
The Lovely Darkness is a dark forbidden/secret marriage romance. It is book one in the Donovans: Renegade series and can be read as a standalone. FULL BLURB coming soon.
THE ART OF LOVING YOU - Natasha Bishop

The Forever Falling (Book #2)

Slowburn

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(14 April)

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CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
If you’re reading this, I’m dead. Dani Jenkins is a boss. A model turned influencer, she doesn’t have time for taking a risk on romance. She prefers to keep things casual, but when her mentor Tanya dies, she is brought face-to-face with the man who broke her heart. Dani and Micah had their chance at love . . .
THE BRIDE BACK TO YOU - Riss M. Neilson

Madaris Publishing Company

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(31 March)

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MAINSTREAM FICTION
Olivia owes everything to Celia's Place. It’s where she learned how to be a great chef. It’s also where she first fell in love. But at nineteen, Olivia had a wanderlust she couldn’t deny. And Carmello, whose mother owned the restaurant, couldn’t leave Celia's Place behind any more than he could force Olivia to stay.

STRUCK SPEECHLESS - Tati Richardson

Generous Press

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(28 AApril)

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CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Sports agent Jackie Miles is a petite powerhouse who has built her empire on killer instincts, designer stilettos, and tough skin. Her client roster is legendary, her temper is hotter than Georgia asphalt, and aside from her French bulldog PeeWee and her "boss chick village," she's perfectly content flying solo. Then Antonio Steele walks back into her life, and all hell breaks loose.