9 Books Published by LadyLit Press on AALBC — Book Cover Collage

Click for more detail about Of Women and Frogs by Bisi Adjapon Of Women and Frogs

by Bisi Adjapon
LadyLit Press (Sep 29, 2019)
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Republished as The Teller of Secrets.

"One of the best books of this year." -Arts and Africa
"Adjapon tells a gripping tale" -The Nation
"Bisi Adjapon has tackled some of the truly difficult aspects of love and sexuality." -The Mirror
"At times hilariously funny and at others deeply disturbing. Of Women and Frogs offers a refreshing and insider perspective onto two West Africa societies." -Literandra London
"Unputdownable, a book that makes you go from laughing out loud to bawling and back to laughing again." -Ayesha Haruna Attah, author of The Hundred Wells of Salaga
"Stunning. I spent hours moving between out-loud laughter, gripping fear and deep annoyance and love for Esi and her father." -Africa in Dialogue


A precocious African girl, whose sexual curiosity brings unexpected heartbreak, wishes frogs will turn her into a man. Will she ever find a way to love herself again and become the extraordinary woman she hoped to be?

Esi is a feisty half-Nigerian girl growing up in Ghana, with occasional visits to her family in Lagos. When curiosity about her womanhood leads to a burning punishment from her stepmother, Esi begins to question the hypocrisy of adults around her and the restrictions they place on girls.

Moving between Ghana and Nigeria, this heartwarming story of a girl beating a path to self-actualization amidst political upheaval in Rawlings’ Ghana and strained relationships between her ancestral countries.

OF WOMEN AND FROGS is a heartwarming, soulful coming-of-age tale. Explore girlhood with the inquisitive, unflappable Esi as she journeys through the trials of becoming a woman to find her best self.

"This is a really wonderful story. [Bisi Adjapon] writes with incredible vividness and clarity. [Her] similes and attention to all the senses are really extraordinary." - Dave Eggers, publisher of McSweeney’s Quarterly Concern and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius


Click for more detail about The 12 Daves of Christmas: A Novel by K. L. Brady The 12 Daves of Christmas: A Novel

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (Nov 25, 2017)
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Sometimes the life you never imagined is the one you’re destined to live.Gabby Garrett’s life never goes the way she envisions. She once pictured owning an interior decorating firm and marrying a successful, intelligent gift of the gods. In reality, she has stable (but boring) job and is about to marry the “perfect” man until he surprises Gabby seconds before her Christmas wedding is set to begin. Two years later, Black Friday holds a whole new meaning. In this midst of her holiday funk, she receives two unexpected gifts—a visit from her sister and a misdirected but intriguing text message from some guy named Dave. 

After weeks of texting and old-fashioned phone calls (no exchange of personal information), she and Dave believe they’re made for one another—except Dave is hiding three big secrets that may change everything. On the day they’re slated to meet, Murphy’s law strikes, and they’re left with no way to find one another. 

With only two possible clues, a real estate agent for a sister, and a heart full of determination, Gabby sets on a mission to find the man of her dreams. She’s 12 Daves and 8 days away from Christmas—and the clock is ticking. But is Gabby ready for the answer to her Christmas wish…even if he comes with a package she never pictured?

The 12 Daves of Christmas is a contemporary holiday romance featuring endearing characters, serendipitous twists, a touch of Murphy’s Law, and the magic of the most wonderful season of all. Rediscover all the joy, wonder, and sweetness of holiday love when you pick up this heartwarming story today!


Click for more detail about Five Golden Rings: A Christmas Novella by K. L. Brady Five Golden Rings: A Christmas Novella

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (Aug 29, 2016)
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Girl trips over Boy…and Boy falls for Girl.
Kristie fell out of love with Christmas in D.C. when her father died three years ago. But this Christmas is different now that she’s engaged to Zach. She’s ready to embrace the spirit of the season again, at least until she catches Zach doing the unthinkable on her way to the National Tree Lighting. She confronts him and runs out of her nightmare, but arrives at Presidential Park just in time to trip over a dream…
A.J. Dawson is back home in D.C. after a whirlwind global music tour. All he wants is to celebrate a quiet, traditional D.C. Christmas with his socialite almost-fiancée, Sabrina, but she’s got different ideas—A.J. serving at her beck-and-call, hanging on her arm at high-class parties, while ignoring his every wish, except one. Fed up, he’s determined to enjoy the season his way and makes his way to the National Tree Lighting, a moment too late to get in before the gates closed, but just in time to fall for the right girl…
When they are unexpectedly parted with only each other’s first name, can a Missed Connection ad and a little Christmas magic bring them back together?
FIVE GOLDEN RINGS is a contemporary holiday romance featuring endearing characters, serendipitous twists, a touch of Murphy’s Law, and the magic of the most wonderful season of all. Rediscover all the joy, wonder, and sweetness of holiday love when you pick up this heartwarming story today!
Two lonely strangers. One unforgettable date. Five golden rings.


Click for more detail about The Eligible Receiver: A Novella (Playmaker Book 3) by K. L. Brady The Eligible Receiver: A Novella (Playmaker Book 3)

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (Aug 16, 2016)
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HE’S THE LAST BACHELOR IN THE PLAYMAKER SERIES, BUT MAYBE NOT FOR LONG… WILL JET FINALLY FIND HIS HAPPY EVER AFTER? Now that star wide receiver Jet Jamison has overcome his personal and professional struggles, he’s ready for love—but he can’t find it. Anywhere. Although he’s hot, successful, wealthy, and can have any woman he wants, the one he truly needs still eludes him, that is, until Veda enters his life. She’s a school teacher, leading a small, safe life, wishing for a love that does not come with the kind of heartbreak her son’s father delivered—and yet scared to death she’s going to find it. A chance meeting with Jet begins with a sparring match and ends with love at second sight. Jet changes her perspective and her world. But she’s got a secret that threatens to tear them apart, one that will force Jet to choose between his honor and his heart. Which will it be? And can they live with his choice? In the game of love, sometimes giving in is better than giving up…


Click for more detail about The Player’s Option: A Novella (Playmaker Book 2) by K. L. Brady The Player’s Option: A Novella (Playmaker Book 2)

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (Jun 07, 2016)
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From award-winning Author K.L. Brady, Book #2 in the sweet romance Playmaker Series…
In love, you’ve got to play to win…but one bad choice may cost you the game.
C.J. is a sports agent on the rise on the heels of saving his brother’s football career, but to stay business, he needs more star clients—and he’s got his eye on the perfect pick. With his love life in a major slump, he’s got all the time in the world to entice the candidate to his side.
That is until he meets Ty Baker.
Also a sports agent, Ty reluctantly assumed leadership of her father’s sports management agency, taking over the reigns after he died to run it. But little did she know, she’d have to save it. Her father’s secret financial struggles landed her in a losing game and in desperate need of signing a superstar football player to help turn it all around.
When Ty and C.J. meet at a pro-football conference, sparks fly, and they can both see love in the end zone until disaster strikes. When each learns the other is trying to steal their biggest client, chaos ensues, and cut-throat competition threatens to tear them apart.
In the game of professional football, only one side can win.
Will love survive? If you enjoy this story, you’ll love Book #3 in the Playmaker Series, The Eligible Receiver.


Click for more detail about Her Perfect Catch: A Novella (Playmaker Book 1) by K. L. Brady Her Perfect Catch: A Novella (Playmaker Book 1)

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (Nov 29, 2015)
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A CATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
Sometimes love is in your grasp, and all you need to do is hold on…
Nerdy sportswriter Melanie Vincent is always one step from happiness—close enough to see it but too far to reach it. She fell in love with the man she could never have – and a dream job that is circling the drain. But all that is about to change. After years of pining for Dylan, her sexy best friend, she’s finally given up on the wish that he’ll ever see her as more than a buddy, but there’s still hope for saving her once-successful sports blog—if Mel could just find one big sports story. All she needs is a lucky break to turn her life around – and thanks to years of faithful dog sitting, she finally gets it. Mel is gifted with a pair of Super Bowl tickets for her years of faithful care and feeding of an adorable Jack-a-poo. With Dylan along for the ride, she arrives for the big show and is thrust into a chance encounter with her favorite football star, wide receiver Jet Jamison. Their “instant connection” leads to the inside scoop on the biggest story of her career – and maybe the love of a lifetime. If you like this story, you’ll love Book 2 in the Playmaker Series, The Player’s Option.


Click for more detail about 12 Honeymoons: A Novel by K. L. Brady 12 Honeymoons: A Novel

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (May 06, 2015)
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Publisher’s Weekly hails K.L. Brady’s work "comic and charming…" RT Book Reviews calls Brady’s work "Hilarious!"…and says she "draws readers in immediately…and propels them straight through the drama, humor and the various twists and turns that will leave you exhausted but satisfied." Now the multiple award-winning author has a new romantic comedy that promises to be one of the funniest reads this year! If she’s addicted to beginnings, how will she find her happily ever after? Miki Vincent’s entire life stalled because she’s addicted to the beginnings of things, especially relationships. She relishes in the emotional highs, first hugs, first kisses that new love brings. But sex always ruins it. That’s why abstaining during the first three months of a relationship—following the 90-day rule—was supposed to help land her down the aisle with Mr. Right. Miki finds out the hard way, Mr. Wrong can wait that long, especially if his ultimate prize is her inheritance. One assault charge and depression later, Miki devises the Honeymoon Plan, guaranteeing her a lifetime of firsts and zero heartaches. But following her own rule sends her life into an out-of-control spiral in which she’s sentenced to more than perpetual break-ups. A new pursuit and a string of sexy suitors offer her the opportunity to jumpstart her life and test her new strategy. The only problem? It just might work. Miki’s best friend Pam, a repressed artist, struggles to keep her honeymoon alive but she can no longer ignore the blatant evidence staring her in the face: Her husband is having an affair. A different kind of "honeymoon plan" designed to free her from her troubles, and a chance meeting with a handsome artistic stranger, help reignite her passions. But will they destroy her marriage in the process? Miki and Pam both learn the hard way that sometimes you have to lose your way to find yourself.


Click for more detail about Soul of the Band: Making the Cut: Book 1 by K. L. Brady Soul of the Band: Making the Cut: Book 1

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (Apr 30, 2012)
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Reviewer’s Choice (August 2012), Midwest Book Review Children’s Bookwatch - "Soul of the Band a strongly recommended pick for young readers, highly recommended." Music-loving 16-year-old Brandy Jackson has had it up to here with "they"—the annoying voices inside her mother’s head. She isolates herself from the dreaded schizophrenic episodes with Beethoven and her iPod. Her long-suppressed desire to learn music is squelched by the burden of mental illness, at least until she arrives home from school to find her belongings on the DC streets and her mother vanished. Fortunately, Aunt Charlie comes to her rescue and moves her to Mapleton, Ohio, where she begins a new life free of her troubled past—or so she thinks. Brandy’s plans to fly under the radar at school in order to conceal her family’s shame are quashed when Jenny Lee, her new next-door neighbor and a flutist, recognizes Brandy’s musical obsession and urges her to join the all-white high school marching band. Brandy obliges and soon realizes she’s traded her old troubles for new ones. Now, she stands out like a chocolate chip floating in a sea of milk; she has less than three months to learn to play her dreaded tuba-—her only ticket to earn a spot on the band; and a near kiss with the Queen B’s boyfriend lands her in triple trouble with the popular chick clique. But when another band member’s failed plot to get rid of his nemesis unexpectedly leaves Brandy in contention for the band’s most coveted position, the ensuing drama will give her the strength rise above her circumstances—or leave her paralyzed in the shame of her past.


Click for more detail about Worst Impressions: a Romantic Comedy by K. L. Brady Worst Impressions: a Romantic Comedy

by K. L. Brady
LadyLit Press (Apr 11, 2011)
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Pride & Prejudice with an Urban Teen Twist… Ever been a stand out who doesn’t fit in? Ever dream of finding the prince charming who can see beyond your clothes, hair, and shoes, to fall in love with the real you? Meet basketball phenom Liz Bennett, a clever tomboy who believes her first impressions are never wrong. She dresses down and lives her life under the radar in the high school social scene to keep her name out of the gossip mill. With two trouble magnet kid sisters and a mother obsessed with protecting her virginity, she’s already dealing with more drama than an Emmy-winning daytime soap opera. She’s also unlucky in love…at least until two popular new guys enter her life and the sparks begin to fly. Trent Whitman, Liz’s hot new admirer, pursues and woos her with his silver tongue and hazel eyes. He turns on the charm, and Liz believes she’s finally met “the one.” Darcell Williams, on the other hand, is a star football player, who sticks his cleats in his mouth from day one. When Liz sizes them up, she decides Trent is a dream and Darcell is a devil reincarnate. During the Back-to-School dance, Darcell spews an oh-no-he-didn’t insult that—in her mind—confirms she’s right about him from the first moment they meet and their feud is on and popping! But when a Bennett family crisis reveals Darcell’s and Trent’s true colors, will Liz’s pride prevent her from accepting each for who he really is?