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Jasmine Guillory Books To Read Right Now

by A. Rochaun Meadows-Fernandez

Since her first book, The Wedding Date, was published in 2018, Jasmine Guillory has become one of the most beloved contemporary romance writers, and it isn’t hard to see why! Guillory’s complex stories feature multidimensional characters that connect with audiences from all different backgrounds, celebrating Black women as dynamic protagonists instead of one-dimensional side characters. These women often encounter and address racism and implicit bias, reflect on traumas, and process attachment. And yet, each story feels fresh, and oh, they are also incredibly steamy!

If you’re a reader familiar with Jasmine Guillory’s critically acclaimed books and seeking your next romance, this list is for you. If you’re new to the Guillory gang, you’re in for a treat! Keep reading this complete list of her works, and you’ll see why.

For more great reads by Black voices, explore the All Ways Black book guide, then follow @AllWaysBlack on Instagram to join the conversation.

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    Flirting Lessons

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Discover Jasmine Guillory’s latest sizzling queer romance! Avery Jensen, almost thirty and fresh off a breakup, is ready to shake up her life. Enter Taylor Cameron, Napa Valley’s biggest flirt and champion heartbreaker, who offers to teach Avery the art of flirting. As their lessons heat up, so do their feelings. Avery starts to embrace the life she always wanted, but now she wants Taylor. Their attraction becomes impossible to ignore, and they must decide if they are willing to risk it all for love. Will they take the plunge and find happiness together?
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    The Wedding Date

    by Jasmine Guillory

    In more ways than one, Guillory’s first book, The Wedding Date, is where everything began. This title introduces readers to many characters who will later have their own stories — so pay attention! The book focuses on Alexa Monroe and Drew Nichols, an unlikely pair who meet in a stalled elevator. What begins as lighthearted banter and flirting, ends with Drew asking Alexa to be his date to his ex’s wedding … as his pretend girlfriend. They come from very different worlds — he’s a white pediatric surgeon, and she’s a Black woman who is Chief of Staff for the Berkley mayor — but their chemistry is so natural, what have they got to lose? Neither person wants to get too attached too fast, but after a weekend of fun, the pair discover it may be harder to let go than they thought.
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    The Proposal: Reese’s Book Club

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Nikole Paterson doesn’t have anything in common with her short-term boyfriend. So when he unexpectedly proposes at the Dodgers game, she shuts it down instantly. But what she doesn’t expect is for the whole thing to be played on the big screen in front of 45,000 fans, or for her whole life to blow up as a consequence. Luckily, two nearby strangers, Carlos Ibarra and his sister Angela, think quickly and get her out before a media frenzy ensues. Carlos is cute, but the last thing Nikole wants is another boyfriend and they both decide to just have fun. But as time passes, the natural intimacy between them only intensifies and soon their plan for something casual feels progressively more complicated.
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    The Wedding Party

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Maddie Forest and Theo Stephens only have two things in common: they are best friends with Alexa and they hate each other. But after Alexa and Drew reconnect and find themselves getting ready to walk down the aisle, Maddie and Theo are forced to pretend to get along as part of Alexa’s bridal party. But after an accidental one-night stand, the two wake up in bed beside each other and make a promise: never tell Alexa what happened. They eventually decide to upgrade their mistake to a secret affair scheduled to end when Alexa and Drew get married. The only rule: don’t fall in love…
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    Royal Holiday

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Royal Holiday is a story that shows that love has no age or geographical limits. This time we follow Maddie Forrest’s mom, Vivian.  Vivian gets a once-in-a-lifetime chance to travel to England and stay in royal quarters as she tags along on her daughter’s work trip to style the Duchess. She had no idea what to expect from this magical winter holiday, but it certainly wasn’t a once-in-a-lifetime romance with Malcolm Hudson, the Queen’s private secretary! But as the holiday winds down, it’s increasingly difficult to walk away from a good time. The more they learn about each other, the harder it feels to say goodbye at the end of their trip. Readers are left wondering if there’s any way their love can survive the distance.
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    Party of Two

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Olivia Monroe is a successful lawyer who is tired of New York and decides to return to California and start her own private practice. She’s happier to live closer to her family, but she soon finds that it’s hard to make a name for herself as a Black lawyer in a new city. After a long day, Olivia goes out to a bar and feels an instant spark with Max Powell, a junior senator who is as impulsive as she is calculated. Max knows he’s interested in Olivia instantly and has no issue making his affections known. But Olivia isn’t sure she can handle dating a public figure and eligible bachelor who rarely follows a timeline. You’ll love this read that explores compatibility, criminal justice reform, and questions on how much one’s past can shape your future.
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    While We Were Dating

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Ben Stephens finds an unexpected opportunity to prove himself at his advertising job when he lands a huge campaign starring movie star, Anna Gardner. Anna is trying to manage her mental health as a full-figured Black actress in a mostly white-and-thin industry. The two hit it off instantly, but their connection gets even deeper when Ben helps Anna through a family emergency. But things get complicated when Anna’s PR team suggests that the two play up their romance for the Hollywood spotlight. Will their love still be there when the cameras stop rolling?
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    Drunk on Love

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Drunk on Love follows Margot Noble as she and her brother work to keep the family winery going after their uncle passes. To blow off some steam, Margot and her friends go to the local bar where she begins to flirt with Luke Williams, an attractive, slightly younger man. But Margot’s phenomenal night becomes the morning from hell when she learns that Luke is the new employee her brother hired. They both try to act normal, but pretending that night didn’t happen is the hardest thing either of them has ever done.
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    By the Book-A Meant To Be Novel

    by Jasmine Guillory

    Isabelle “Izzy” Marlow was ecstatic when she landed an editorial assistant role at a top publishing company. But after a few years, she feels overworked, underpaid, and vastly unappreciated and wonders if she should switch companies. Especially because Izzy’s boss is making her work with Beau Towers, a celebrity viewed as brash and aggressive in the public eye. He’s been working on a memoir about losing his grandparents, but every time he sits down to write, he feels overwhelmed … that is until Izzy shows up.
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