Sharon C Cooper

They're opposites in every way, but they might just be the perfect match. After a case of mistaken identity, riddled with betrayal, Harrison Grant is struggling to open himself up to other people again. He lost a part of himself while in prison for a crime he didn't commit, and it seems impossible to move forward. Enter Nyla Priestly. She's a woman with a bubbly smile for everyone she meets and who always has a kind word to say. The jaded version of Harrison wants to doubt her personality is real. No one can be that happy all the time. Right? Nyla has never been into the broody type. Yet something about Harrison makes her body crave him. Sure, he's gorgeous and happens to be one of the sexiest saxophone players she's ever met. But achieving her dream of owning Moody Days Jazz Club is top priority. She doesn't have time to deal with a man. No matter how good he makes her feel. As Harrison falls for Nyla and helps her fulfill her dreams, can her unceasing love be enough for him to trust again?

He walked away to protect her, but now he wants her back.Personal security specialist Parker Wilcox should be dead. Instead, he's been hiding in plain sight for years. But when a mishap threatens his cover, he's terrified his past will bring danger to the lives of those he loves-especially Chelsey Bailey. The only way to protect her is to put distance between them, but how can he live without the only woman who owns his heart? As a parole officer, Chelsey believes in second chances...for her parolees. Not for Parker-a man who claimed to love her but then dropped her without warning. While she's trying to bury her pain in work, Parker comes back on the scene, begging to try again. The excuse he gives for abandoning her in the first place is ridiculous. There's no way he's some kind of cartel prince on the run from his murderous father. Right?Parker will never have the life he desires with Chelsey if he doesn't destroy his father, but will he survive this time around? And will he and Chelsey ever get to have the life they've been dreaming of?

A marriage of convenience was not exactly what he had in mind when he vowed she'd one day be his. Antonio Jenkins is resigned to being a bachelor for life. Everyone around him is getting their happily ever after, leaving him without hope of ever finding his special someone. Until he meets Scarlett. He instantly knows she's the one for him. Yet proving it to her is going to be the biggest battle of his life. Single mom Scarlett Rowsey craves that toe-curling, heart-stopping, undeniable love she's seen in the movies. But history has shown her it's impossible. She's incapable of falling in love. However, everything changes when she learns her daughter, Bella, might be in danger. There's nothing Scarlett wouldn't do to protect her-even marry someone she may never love. Antonio is everything she longs for in a man-kind, gentle, and protective. Still, Scarlett fears she might crush his heart in the end. For Antonio, a marriage of convenience is a small price to pay to love and protect the woman of his dreams. But will Scarlett lower her guard enough to see this arrangement as more than a transaction?

Neither of them was looking for love, but that was before they met each other. As a professional model and actor, Drevon Ross lives a life of luxury. Now he's ready for his next role--movie producer. But first, he needs to deal with his personal life, something that became way too public months ago, thanks to his ex-girlfriend. He wants to lay low for a while. Unfortunately, that can't happen, thanks to his matchmaking aunt and her belief that he'd be the perfect arm candy for a particular woman who needs his help. Former WNBA player Antika Wilcox doesn't want a man. Her heart has been crushed too many times. But as life would have it, she needs one to pretend he's madly in love with her. When she hires a guy through At Your Service, Antika gets more than she requested. He's mouthwatering, gorgeous...and way out of her league. No one will believe they are a couple. With Drevon's acting skills and Antika's guarded heart, what starts out as make-believe turns oh-too-real very quickly.

They come from two different worlds, but when the heart is involved nothing else matters. Entrepreneur Noah Chambers, aka Mr. Black Atlanta, always gets what he wants. So when he falls in love with Genesis Savell and asks her to marry him, he's certain she'll say yes. She doesn't. Instead, she insists they take a break from each other. That's when Noah knows there's something else going on, and he has every intention of finding out what. Dating Noah, the owner of the company she works at, wasn't one of her best decisions. But falling in love with him is even worse. Genesis is in the midst of planning his company's annual Juneteenth Gala and Silent Auction charity event, but her past comes back to haunt her. Instead of focusing on the gala, her attention is hopelessly divided between two men. One who she loves more than life. The other--the man who saved her life years ago. Yet, when her world spins out of control, there's no question who she'll call for help--Mr. One and Only--Noah. But is it too late?

Two entrepreneurs compete for a property but secure the biggest win of all--each other--in this second chance romantic comedy by USA Today bestselling author Sharon C. Cooper. Spoiled, fickle, and prissy are only a few of the adjectives that have been used to describe Morgan Redford. Though she's never had to worry about money, she's determined to make a name for herself on her own terms. Her new venture won't be an epic fail like her former professional cuddling service or the short-lived pet hotel. This time, through the nonprofit she cofounded, Morgan is doing something meaningful--helping teens who are aging out of foster care--and she's got her eye on a property that could house these kids. But the competition is steep, and one of the bidders is someone she never expected. . . . When real estate developer Drake Faulkner learns that his ex--the one who ghosted him years ago--is a potential buyer for the property his eccentric mentor is selling, his competitive streak amps up. No way is he letting her win the property he wants. Bitter? Yes. Petty? Probably. But his mentor has a stipulation: potential buyers must participate in an Ironman competition of sorts for the property. Drake refuses to play along with this ridiculous demand, until he discovers Morgan has signed up. If Little Miss Can't Run a Block Without Gasping for Air is doing it, he will too. But as the gauntlet of games heats up and forces them to face the past, they are met with a pull that feels all too familiar. Now, if only they could keep their eyes on the prize instead of on each other--but who's to say they can't do both?

When it comes to true love, never say never... Trust doesn't come easy for NBA superstar Hunter Graham, especially after his fianc e married his stepbrother. Vowing to be single for the rest of his life, women and gambling have become his favorite pastimes. But when Hunter learns of his stepbrother's death, he's forced to deal with the woman who crushed his soul. He wants nothing to do with her, but his heart won't cooperate. Viviana Connelly thought being blackmailed into marriage was the worst thing she could ever experience. Wrong. Coming face-to-face with the only man she's ever loved after betraying him is like a punishment worse than death. Hunter hates her. She might've made peace without him in her life, but when they are unexpectedly thrown together, their passion reignites, and the flame between them burns hotter than ever. Hunter refuses to let vicious accusations from the media or the NBA's claim of him having a gambling problem keep him from a second chance with the woman he loves. However, his gambling hobby might be the death of him...and Viviana, too. Will they ever get their happy ending-or will the evil around them suffocate their love?

She's everything he never knew he wanted...Former CIA spy Myles Carrington experienced enough danger in his clandestine days. The last thing he needs in his life right now is trouble, but that's what he gets when salon owner Geneva Ramsey crosses his path. She's combative, fierce, and the sexiest woman he's ever met, but he's not looking for anything serious. He promises himself only one night with her and nothing more. Geneva kissed him on a dare. A dare that altered her carefree life, and she's conflicted. Myles is an enigma, a puzzle she can't piece together. Yet, she's addicted to him-which is just crazy. She never gets serious with any guy, but after one night with Myles, no other man will do. Now, she just needs him to cooperate. When an unknown enemy from Myles's past begins hunting him, the hunter becomes the hunted. Myles will destroy anyone who dares threaten those he loves, but will Geneva become a casualty of his past? Or can Myles save her and begin a life he thought he never wanted?Book 6 in the Atlanta's Finest series. All books in this series can be read as a standalone.

Just when he thought finding a wife was out of his reach... Colton "Cole" Eubanks is laser-focused on building wealth and settling down with a special woman before he turns forty. Accomplishing one out of two isn't bad. Unfortunately, there's no 'love of his life' on the horizon, unless he counts the one woman who's been starring in his nightly dreams-Malaya Radcliff. After being dependent on other people for years, Malaya has finally learned to stand on her own. There's only one thing she hasn't been able to accomplish-gain full custody of her daughter. Her ex-husband never fights fair. His wealth always wins. This time Malaya's determined to come out on top. So when Cole, the man she's been secretly in lust with for over a year, makes her an offer she'd be crazy to refuse, Malaya wants to say yes. But that means sacrificing her newfound independence. Yet, his enticing proposal has her thinking-why not? *Also check out the other two books in the series: DO ME by Sheryl Lister LOVE ME by Delaney Diamond

Going from friends to lovers doesn't come easy...Corporate attorney Benjamin Jenkins is one of Cincinnati's most eligible bachelors, but he's only interested in one woman-Makena Nichols. Though life took them in different directions, they've been friends for over forty years. Now Ben wants more than just friendship. He wants all of her. Makena compares every man, including her ex-husband, to Ben. He's her heart. She's crazy about him, and what they share is more than love. But she's not willing to risk their friendship for a romance that might not last. However, Ben is persistent, and her stubbornness is no match to his. When a Jenkins' family secret shatters Ben's world, Makena is the one he turns to. But will their friendship survive a roller-coaster of emotions? Or will their eternal love bring them through this challenging time?

Carolyn Jenkins has never had a problem getting a man, but keeping one is another story. After two failed marriages and numerous short-term relationships, she's ready to wave the white flag and give up on love. Yet, with Christmas quickly approaching, she dreads spending the holiday alone. Will a chance encounter with a handsome stranger make all of her Christmas wishes come true? After thirty years of a nearly perfect marriage, widower Lincoln Richwood struggles to move on with his life. The idea of dating at his age seems daunting ... until he meets the vivacious Carolyn Jenkins. Normally a straitlaced kind of guy, there's just something about the woman that tempts him to walk on the wild side. Opposites attract, but will their differences derail their relationship and keep them from embracing the love they both desire?A Jenkins Family Novella #1

Mona Lisa Gregory is ready to live her best life. She's moving on after thirty-five years of dating one man. Scrapping the holy matrimony fantasy, a carefree and no-strings-attached passion is her new obsession. But her perfect plan has one hiccup. Dexter Jenkins. Dex is an old-school guy who believes in falling in love with one woman and living happily-ever-after. He once had it all. A great job. Money in the bank. A happy, thirty-year marriage. He lost everything he held dear after one unfortunate accident. Guilt plagued him for years, but he has finally forgiven himself. Now he's ready to give love a try again. Mona is not looking for long-term. But Dexter is unwilling to ignore the fierce passion they share whenever he holds her in his arms. He will do whatever it takes to make her the next Mrs. Jenkins. But will secrets from his past and her former lover keep them from having the life they deserve? Or will their love be strong enough to withstand every obstacle placed in their way?A Jenkins Family Novella #2

When secrets turn into lies... Former DEA agent Angelo Gonz lez's final undercover operation exploded in a betrayal he'll never forget or forgive. He's moved on. As one of Atlanta's Finest, providing personal security for the rich and famous, Angelo is living his best life-until he has to play fake boyfriend to one of their clients. Not just any client. A client who stirs something so sensually intense inside him, he's not sure he can fake anything. Singing sensation Zenobia Westfield's troubled past and poor judgment, especially with men, nearly destroyed her life. Music saved her, but now her safety is in jeopardy, forcing her to seek personal security. Angelo is more than she expected. Dangerously sexy. Fearless. Attentive. The attraction sizzling between them is impossible to ignore, but her track record with men has her treading lightly. When the threat against Zenobia escalates, Angelo will stop at nothing to protect her. But lies and treachery come to the forefront. Will another betrayal destroy their newfound love? Or will Angelo realize in time that Zenobia is a woman worth fighting for?Book 5 in the Atlanta's Finest series. All books in this series can be read as a standalone. *Books in this series can be read as standalones.

Some past loves can stand the test of time...Ballet dancer Soul Carrington has lived her dream of traveling the world. But the past year has been one life hurdle after another until she moves back to Atlanta. Now life is looking up, especially when she comes face to face with a past love. A man who makes her heart dance pirouettes and her body pulse with desire.Not a day has gone by that police officer Micah Olsen hasn't longed for his first love. However, their encounter in Atlanta is not by chance. Yet, against his better judgment, he has to let her believe it is, which isn't easy. All of the emotions he once felt for her return with a vengeance. Their attraction is more powerful than ever, and when hot kisses turn into heated nights, Micah knows he has to come clean. But will it be too late?**Read the other books in the series EVERLASTING DESIRE by Stephanie Nicole NorrisHEART'S DESIRE by Delaney Diamond