14 stories
Sunday Dinner Secrets
Every Sunday at Big Mama's house, the whole family gathers. But when her husband's fine nephew from Chicago shows up, she finds herself serving more than mac and cheese in the back kitchen.
The Boutique Owner's Bargain
Curves & Class sells plus-size fashion to women who've been ignored by the industry. When a fashion investor walks in looking to learn the market, he gets an education he didn't expect.
The Bus Driver's Destination
Vivian drives the Route 15 through Atlanta every day. When a regular passenger starts sitting closer to the front, she discovers some routes lead to unexpected stops.
The Crossing Guard Connection
Miss Ruby has protected the school crossing for twenty years. When a single grandfather starts walking his grandchildren to school, she discovers some crossings lead to unexpected destinations.
The House Flipper's Foundation
Evelyn transforms abandoned houses into beautiful homes. When her investor starts showing up at every renovation site, she discovers some foundations need more than concrete.
The Midwife's Miracle
Helen has delivered a thousand babies but never had her own. When a grateful father becomes more than a client, she discovers some miracles happen after the delivery.
The Personal Shopper's Package
Renata shops for people who can afford not to. When a wealthy widower hires her to refresh his wardrobe, she discovers some clients need more than clothes.
The Real Estate Rendezvous
Renee shows million-dollar homes to clients who never look at her twice. Until a client starts looking—and doesn't stop.
The Rideshare Affair
Driving for Lyft pays the bills until her restaurant opens. But when she picks up the same fine passenger three nights in a row, the destination changes to somewhere neither expected.
The Social Media Pioneer
Aunt Viv became a TikTok sensation at fifty-five. When a brand manager wants to partner, she discovers some algorithms lead to love.
The Spoken Word Professor
Professor Celestine teaches the power of voice at Spelman. When a visiting poet challenges her classroom, she discovers some verses need no audience.
The Strip Club Accountant
Diana handles the books for Atlanta's most exclusive gentleman's club. When the owner's estranged son comes to learn the business, he learns more than the bottom line.
The Yoga Instructor's Awakening
Grace teaches hot yoga to stressed executives. When her oldest student starts showing up daily, she discovers that flexibility isn't just physical.
Atlanta Apartment Manager
She manages a Clarkston apartment complex full of Somali refugees—a thick ebony widow who welcomes new arrivals. When he moves in after relocation, she helps him settle. Some orientations are very thorough.