Home: A Crown & Glory Lesbian Love Story

Home: A Crown & Glory Lesbian Love Story
Home: A Crown and Glory Lesbian Love Story

By Zuri Amara

Two women. One shelter. A love that feels like coming home.

Ex-military and newly settled in Charlotte, Meeka Jackson carries the quiet ache of loneliness and a lifetime of discipline. When she volunteers at a women’s shelter, she’s not looking for connection—just purpose. But then she meets Tavia Morrison, the shelter’s poised and passionate HR director, a woman who hides her exhaustion behind impeccable professionalism and long hours.

What begins as a working partnership soon becomes something deeper. Long nights spent building safety protocols turn into laughter, friendship, and undeniable chemistry. Together, Meeka and Tavia learn that home isn’t just a place—it’s the people who make you feel seen, safe, and loved.

Set in the world of the beloved Crown & Glory Series, Home is a tender, grown-woman love story filled with sisterhood, sensuality, and second chances. Surrounded by the women of the Crown & Glory salon sisterhood, Meeka and Tavia discover that real love is both sanctuary and revolution.

Mature Content: For Readers 18 and Older
This book contains adult language and consensual sexual intimacy between women. It is intended for mature readers only.

Trigger Warning:
This story contains brief references to past trauma, domestic abuse, and loneliness related to isolation and PTSD. These themes are handled with care and focus on healing, empowerment, and love.

Keywords: sapphic romance, lesbian love story, Black lesbian romance, mature WLW romance, women’s fiction, found family, workplace romance, interracial lesbian couple, healing romance, Crown and Glory series, Zuri Amara books, Black women’s love stories, emotional and sensual lesbian romance, happy ending (HEA) $5.99 on Kindle.
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Seduced by the K-POP Star

Seduced by the K-POP Star

A viral kiss. A public truth. Entertainment journalist Kyle McAllister swore off secrets after a broken relationship. His next assignment—shadowing Korean K-pop idol Hak-Kun in Los Angeles—should be strictly professional. But behind the camera flashes and flawless choreography is a shy, funny gay K-Pop idol who’s tired of hiding…and all he wants is Kyle’s heart.

$0.99 on Kindle.
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Ghosted

Ghosted
This book is the perfect Christmas read. It will make you laugh and maybe cry. But above all, it will remind you that you’re not on your own. $0.99 on Kindle.
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Free: Desire: A Crown and Glory Lesbian Love Story

Desire: A Crown and Glory Lesbian Love Story (Crown and Glory: Lesbian Love Stories of the Black Women of Crown and Glory Natural Hair Salon)

Desire: A Crown and Glory Lesbian Love StoryBy Zuri AmaraA heart-forward sapphic romance about chosen family, second chances, and a slow-burning desire that refuses to be ignored.? Part of the bestselling Crown and Glory series — lesbian romance stories celebrating Black love, natural hair, and the power of sisterhood. Each book can be read as a standalone.

She’s building a daycare from the ground up. She wasn’t expecting to build a new life.Jabari Henderson has one goal: open the Children of the Dream early learning center and finally give her community the childcare it deserves. But between ghosted contractors, failed inspections, and mounting pressure, she’s holding everything together with granola bars, caffeine, and grit.

Celeste Knox is starting over in Charlotte with nothing but her hairstyling license, a busted car, and a lifetime of emotional armor. The Crown and Glory Natural Hair Salon is supposed to be her safe haven. Falling apart in the alley? Not part of the plan.

When Jabari and Celeste cross paths behind the salon, something shifts. A quiet comfort turns to late-night texts, slow kisses, and desire that neither of them wants to name. But when the past comes knocking, they’ll have to decide: Is this just chemistry, or the kind of love worth risking it all?? If you love black lesbian romance with emotional depth, queer found family and community-centered love, women supporting women through career and personal growth, tender, body-positive intimacy and mature relationship building, slow-burns with heat and heart…Then Desire will give you everything you need.

Zuri Amara’s Crown and Glory series is a celebration of sensual, grounded, sapphic love stories featuring the Black women of Crown & Glory Natural Hair Salon. Each book is a standalone romance, but together they create a rich world full of heart, healing, and connection.? Start with Desire, or collect the whole series:[Cherish • Adored • Comfort • Desire]

Fall in love with Jabari and Celeste. Discover the beauty of Black Women loving Black Women. Read Desire today. Free on Kindle.
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Nocturne for a Body Thief (TransCrypted Book 3)

Nocturne for a Body Thief (TransCrypted Book 3)
As things seem to have settled down in Rouen, Stanley, Joe, and Andre decide to follow Eve to the South of France to visit her home village in the mountains. Along the way, Joe recalls his youth as a human in the last days of the Roman Empire, the dark night that turned him into a vampire and his first murders. But as they make a halt in Montpellier, Cornelius disappears, and trouble starts shaping again. Now pursued by the puppet master, the candyman, Astaroth, and Yvan Thompson, and with the treacherous Sorana as their bodyguard, will they ever make it out of the enchanted forest? And what will happen to Hans, who finds himself alone to face terrifying hallucinations and apparitions as he battles his addiction?

From England to France to Transylvania, from the Roman Empire to the American Civil War, this third book of the TransCrypted series will take you on a magical journey through time and space, and make you delve deep into Stanley and Joe’s dark psyches. Make sure to look under your bed tonight, for the bogeyman is always looking for little children to devour… $5.99 on Kindle.
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The Teacher Inside Me

The Teacher Inside Me
A forbidden student-teacher obsession. A queer coming-of-age thriller. A story that lingers like a bruise you can’t stop touching. Banned in 2020. Resurrected in 2025. $0.99 on Kindle.
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Dirty Daddies Pride 2025

Dirty Daddies Pride 2025
There’s more than one way to be a Daddy…

Whether it’s a Daddy claiming his boy or her girl or their little one, these Daddies know that love doesn’t always look one specific way. And that regardless of what the world may think, everyone deserves the Daddy of their dreams. $3.99 on Kindle.
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Free: Hachi + Araine // The Dream Series

Equal parts slow-burn romance and high-octane space thriller, The Dream Series follows two ancient beings—Hachi and Araine—who awaken in unfamiliar bodies with fragmented memories and a bond neither fully understands. As they uncover their origins, they find themselves caught between powerful factions, buried technologies, and the volatile remnants of a forgotten war. This is a story of resurrection, redemption, and the violent beauty of love.

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Starpainters: Invasion

Starpainters: Invasion
At the turn of the millennium, the galaxy-spanning Nerongan Republic is at a crossroads. While an economy centered on war and slavery has seen untold profits, protests and mass strikes across the solar system shakes the very core of the fascist empire whilst brutal crackdowns threatens to tear worlds apart. As tensions escalate a deep space probe discovers a strange energy source with immeasurable power emanating from a planet in the farthest reaches of the galaxy.

A plan is devised to harness that power for the Republic in the hopes that it may stabilize the empire once and for all, but there’s a catch; scientists believe the planet is inhabited by a large species entering the medieval era. The primary fear is that these fragile primitives may be in control of this resource, meaning that a more surgical approach is necessary.

The empire quickly assembles a task force, the mission: subjugation. Behind the scenes money is exchanged, palms are greased, and a small yet influential space exploration company named STARPAINTERS is awarded the contract. After some planning the invasion fleet – a single super-powered life form aboard just one small ship – is dispatched to much public celebration. If successful, the strength of Neronga’s advanced technology combined with the ultimate power shall see the universe itself held in an permanent stranglehold by the Republic, with nothing outside the empire’s grasp. But should the mission fail the results will be cataclysmic, potentially pushing an already disintegrating society past the divide of no return… $2.99 on Kindle.
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Starpainters: Invasion

Starpainters: Invasion
At the turn of the millennium, the galaxy-spanning Nerongan Republic is at a crossroads. While an economy centered on war and slavery has seen untold profits, protests and mass strikes across the solar system shakes the very core of the fascist empire whilst brutal crackdowns threatens to tear worlds apart. As tensions escalate a deep space probe discovers a strange energy source with immeasurable power emanating from a planet in the farthest reaches of the galaxy.

A plan is devised to harness that power for the Republic in the hopes that it may stabilize the empire once and for all, but there’s a catch; scientists believe the planet is inhabited by a large species entering the medieval era. The primary fear is that these fragile primitives may be in control of this resource, meaning that a more surgical approach is necessary.

The empire quickly assembles a task force, the mission: subjugation. Behind the scenes money is exchanged, palms are greased, and a small yet influential space exploration company named STARPAINTERS is awarded the contract. After some planning the invasion fleet – a single super-powered life form aboard just one small ship – is dispatched to much public celebration. If successful, the strength of Neronga’s advanced technology combined with the ultimate power shall see the universe itself held in an permanent stranglehold by the Republic, with nothing outside the empire’s grasp. But should the mission fail the results will be cataclysmic, potentially pushing an already disintegrating society past the divide of no return… $9.99 on Kindle.
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Stolen Dream

 

In a conversion therapy camp, Paolo and Max find forbidden love but are torn apart. Twelve years later, fate reunites them in London, igniting a spark that could lead to redemption, or heartbreak. Can they save Paolo’s sister from a similar fate, and reclaim their stolen dream? $2.99 on Kindle.
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Dangerous Attraction

In the vibrant streets of Soho, Langdon finds solace in his found family while striving to escape his troubled past. When Eric seeks refuge with his brother after a disastrous wedding, their undeniable connection ignites a passionate romance. As they confront the shadows of their pasts and a sinister threat, can their love survive the ultimate test? $2.99 on Kindle.
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Prime Time Pompeii

“TV director Jared Plummer and his crew are convinced their time-traveling days are over and their film is about to be a huge hit. Too bad no one believes it’s real.

To prove to the world—especially wary television executives—that time-hopping is possible, there’s only one choice.

Do it again.

The destination? Ancient Rome, on the eve of Pompeii’s destruction.

Jared has a personal mission: uncover the identity of two male lovers who died in the eruption, their bodies frozen in a tender embrace for 2,000 years.

Meanwhile, cameraperson Kara falls in love with Pompeii’s most powerful woman. Kara knows she can save her, but that means breaking time travel’s golden rule—never fiddle with fate.

Will they finish their film before searing ash buries Pompeii? Or will they, too, become ancient history?

Prime Time Pompeii is the witty, edge-of-your-seat follow-up to Prime Time Travelers. Peopled by a cast of deadly gladiators, shadowy centurions, and a time-traveling thief, this is a Roman holiday you’ll never forget.” $0.99 on Kindle.
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Perfect Night

In the bustling streets of London, Charlie hustles to pay for his mothers care, taking a risky side job that puts his heart, and body, on the line. Enter Sebastian, a suave New Yorker with a taste for the finer things and a hidden vulnerability. Their chemistry ignites during a night that feels like a scene from a fairy tale, but reality looms. As their worlds collide, Charlie’s fierce independence clashes with Sebastian’s desire to nurture. Can they conquer their pasts and rewrite their love story, or will it all come crashing down? Dive into “Perfect Night,” where passion meets peril in a modern twist on a classic romance. $0.99 on Kindle.
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Beneath the Neon Lights

A boy is trying to find his missing friend – he’s also trying to survive the sex industry.

Teenage rent boy Joseph Fernandez hopes to find a sugar daddy and take him for all he can get. Not only is he battling with heroin addiction, he’s also made some dangerous enemies. Homeless and desperate, Joseph fails to recognize a dodgy punter when he meets one. This thrilling and gritty coming-of-age story is set in 1980’s London.

Content warnings: Child sexual abuse. Drug use and addiction. Adult language throughout. $2.99 on Kindle

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The Orphan From Shepherds Keep

Over a period of thirty years, three gay men struggle to define themselves and make their mark on a turbulent and unwelcoming world that is so filled with anger that love has become a luxury.

“A journey of romance, spiritual adventure, and sensual awakening.”
J. O’BRIEN, Tony-Winning Stage Director
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The Orphan From Shepherds Keep

Over a period of thirty years, three gay men struggle to define themselves and make their mark on a turbulent and unwelcoming world that is so filled with anger that love has become a luxury. $0.99 on Kindle.
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Angel Baby

Angel Baby

Love , loss , and the melody of healing

The heart wrenching journey of Nick and Benjamin will capture your soul and never let go. In the ashes of their traumatic pasts , a beautiful love story emerges , defying the weight of PTSD and personal demons.

Nick and Benjamin , two souls bound by love , face relentless battles within themselves , each step foward met with new trials and threaten to unravel the life they’ve built.

From the moments of tender intimacy to the depths of despair , their story explores the complexities of love and the raw truth of Mental health struggles.

Nick’s fight against the haunting echoes of his past , becomes an intense struggle for survival , with love as their anchor , Nick and Benjamin forge ahead , navigating the labyrinth of mental health and societal pressures.

Their journey is one of ultimate sacrifice and unyielding devotion , when unimaginable tragedy strikes , Benjamin must find a way to honour Nick’s memory , channeling his grief into a haunting melody , that touches the hearts of millions.
Their story is a testament to the enduring power of love , a poignant reminder that even in the darkest times , Hope can shine through. $9.99 on Kindle
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Not Like All the Other Boys: My Unplanned Journey Into Faith and Identity

Not Like All the Other Boys: My Unplanned Journey Into Faith and Identity

Set against the backdrop of life-changing events such as the Calgary Winter Olympics and the heartbreaking loss of a close friend, the authors story dives deep into the moments that forever changed his thinking and reshaped his life. Witness the evolution of a unique soul, as Ringness navigates his way through adolescence, same-sex relationships, and the complexities of newfound faith. $0.99 on Kindle.
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Free: Made Ov Me: Journey of a Dark Shaman Trilogy Book 3

Made Ov Me: Journey of a Dark Shaman Trilogy Book 3
In the final book of the Journey of a Dark Shaman Trilogy, Jack Daw finds himself balanced between the joy of finding his purpose, and the terror of losing all access to a functioning body and mind.

Made Ov Me is the exploration of how to find personal strength and freedom when all is lost, and its in Jacks three visitors where he discovers his deepest personal truths. His Brother is the first person to meet Jack in his failing condition. A meeting that his husband Thad encourages, but Jack resists because of so much toxic familial blood in the past.

After the couple learns what family is to them, Jack has the opportunity to spend a few days with Thad Piersons personal teacher and guru, Dr. Rosalyn Thames, who shows Jack ancient shamanic traditions and blows wide-open his understanding of whats possible in the now.

With Jacks health continuing to fail, he is taken by Master Journeyman and Shaman Jonathan into the future where he has the opportunity to witness what lays ahead for humanity and its in this possibility of what man can be to both the Earth and our future generations, that Jack eventually finds a place he always believed was there. Home. Free on Kindle.
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Free: Anti-Aging Cream: A Novel of Finding Yourself, Starting Over, and Trucks

Anti-Aging Cream: A Novel of Finding Yourself, Starting Over, and Trucks
Have you ever wanted to start over and begin a new life? I do. Even though Im middle-aged, divorced, friendless, have been disowned by my children, and am a closeted lesbian. Starting over should be easy, right? Wrong!

Mary packed what little she owned after her divorce from her cheating husband into her car, ready to start a new life It takes less than a day to get carjackedMary’s too trusting for her own good and loses everything.

When Mary is offered a ride by Anna a beautiful woman driving a semi-truck she takes it. But not just because she has no options, but because there is something irresistible about Anna’s personality.

When Anna asks Mary if she wants to keep riding with her, Mary jumps at the offer and joins her. Because when she’s with Anna; Mary feels brave, bold, passionate, and for the first time in her life, she feels like herself.

It is only after agreeing to see the United States from the seat of the big rig, does Mary realize that she may have a crush on Annaa big one! Which forces Mary to confront feelings she has hidden her entire life.

At forty-three, Mary finds herself falling in love for the first time, and to a beautiful woman. Will she ignore the feelings she has for her new friend? Or will she dare to act on her feelings to see if love is possible? The one thing Mary does know is semi-truck sleepers have little privacy for two people.

Anti-Aging Cream is a story of adventures and first times. If you enjoyed Written in the Stars, Wrong Number, Right Woman, and The Love Hypothesis, then you will love curling up in your sleeper with this novel after a long day’s driving.

Tropes: Fade to Black, Confined Space, First Time, Travel, Coming Out, First Love, Bisexual. Free on Kindle.
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Free: Don’t Move Out

Don't Move Out
Keaton is looking forward to a fresh start at college until Olly, his high school bully, walks into his dorm room. Keaton isn’t sure he can leave the past behind but will a changed Olly mean a different future? An enemies-to-lovers romance series starter! Free on Kindle.
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Prime Time Travelers (Jared Plummer vs. the Ancient World): A Whimsical Romantic MM Portal Fantasy

Imagine a rainbow-colored time machine with the wit of Neil Gaiman, the time slip romance of Outlander, and the queer coming-out LGBTQ (or MM) charm of House in the Cerulean Sea, and your destination is Prime Time Travelers. $0.99 on Kindle.
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Wings of Fate: The Bond of Dragon Shifters

Wings of Fate: The Bond of Dragon Shifters

In this supernatural romance of shapeshifters and dragons, fated mates Aeron and Emerys investigate when a mysterious magical force kidnaps the Dragon Queen and threatens their lives.

With all of Drakesworth in danger, they seek out the help of their friends, Thomas, Paul, and Maxim, as the Dragon King is desperate to get his Queen back. All of reality is in danger as several realms are eliminated by an evil power hellbent on destroying even the gods. Dragons and dragon shifters alike must stand together to save whats left and find out why the dead are coming back to life. Can Aeron and Emerys, son of the Dragon Queen, stop the God of Destruction and his wicked son from taking control of the entire universe? $3.99 on Kindle.
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Just 3 Chapters

Taste Testing Never Tasted So Tasty!

I’ve lost count of the number of times a reader has asked me for a sample. Apparently, I look like I should be working in Sam’s handing out meat on a stick.

Seriously.

Well, after much ado, here is your savory morsel on a toothpick.

Just Three Chapters is a collection of samplings of books I’ve written, conveniently divided things into sub-genres so you can know what you’re tasting, unlike those boxes of chocolates without the map on the inside of the lid.

I hope you enjoy meeting my characters and tickling your tongue with their adventures. $0.99 on Kindle.
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