L.B Gaines

About

I'm L.B. Gaines, an author of emotionally messy love stories. Romance that hits like 90s R&B. I am dedicated to telling emotionally honest, character-driven love stories rooted in real life where passion meets pain, and healing is hard-won. My work is deeply influenced by Black literature, urban culture, and the enduring power of love. I write with one goal in mind: to remind readers that love, even when scarred, is never beyond saving.

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Bulletproof Love

She was the good girl raised to follow the rules. He was the street king who made his own. Twenty years later, fate is ready to play dirty.

Chanel “Channy” Davis had plans. Graduate, leave Crestwood behind, and never look back. But the night her first love, Xavier, is ripped away in a blur of bullets and sirens, those plans fall apart.

Two decades...

Just My Luck

Journey Harris has always been unlucky. Spilled coffee, broken heels, and bad timing have always felt like her fate. Even her boyfriend treats her like a secret.

After three years with Cian O’Donnell, college football royalty, Journey has never met his family, has never been invited home, and has never been chosen. And when he ditches her on St....

All That We're Thankful For

When Kylah Harris drives to her Memaw's cabin in the Poconos for Thanksgiving, she's hoping for peace, three quiet days of family, food, and pretending to be fine.

But a sudden snowstorm traps everyone inside: her sharp-tongued cousin Sharelle, her nosy teenage niece, her ex-husband who still craves control, and the one man she vowed never to see...

The Freaky Frog Bundle (Paperback)

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Fall Bundle (Paperback)

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Beneath the Harvest Moon: A Small Town Romance

L.B.'s Full Catalog (Paperback)

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Blog

June 2, 2026

💐May Wrap-Up Newsletter💐

Hey Love Letter Collectors ,

May was everything I hoped it would be and more.

This month reminded me why I started this journey in the first place. I had the incredible honor of being a featured author at Black Romance Book Fest in Atlanta, Georgia, and my heart is still full from the experience. From meeting readers who have embraced my stories, to connecting with fellow authors, content creators, and industry professionals, every moment felt like a...

May 6, 2026

💐April Wrap-Up Newsletter

Hey Love Letter Collectors ,

April felt like stepping fully into alignment. I celebrated my 32nd birthday with so much love and light, and I’m so happy to share some of my brightest moments with you.

Book Updates
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Collateral Love

Something new is on the horizon Collateral Love is coming May 20th.

Here is a sneak peek:

I didn’t go to Zayden’s house looking for him.

That was the lie I told myself when I turned down his...

February 26, 2026

💘 February Wrap-Up Newsletter💘

Did February feel soft and sweet… or like it flew by in a blink? Either way, I’m so grateful you’re here with me.

This month felt special and tender. It was a full circle month for me because a release I’ve been holding close to my heart is finally out in the world, and the love you’ve shown me continues to remind me why I do this.

Bulletproof Love

It’s here.

Bulletproof Love officially released this month, and I am still sitting in awe.This is the first book in the Crestwood Chronicles, and...

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Events

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June

Upcoming Event

REP YO CITY: Dayton’s First Ever Book Expo

Get ready, Dayton! The very first REP YO CITY Book Expo is taking over the city June 26–28, 2026. Pull up for three powerful days of books, culture, creativity, and community vibes.

Author L.B. Gaines will be in the building representing Pittsburgh, PA, sharing her hit novel Room 214, San Juan and connecting with readers who crave Black love, passion, and healing. Whether you're a reader, a writer, or just love good energy—this is THE event you don’t want to miss.

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July

Upcoming Event

Urbanizm Chicago – An Evening with Author L.B. Gaines

Step into a powerful conversation about culture, community, and the evolving story of city life at Urbanizm Chicago, a special literary event featuring acclaimed author L.B. Gaines.

On July 16, 2026, readers, thinkers, and community members will gather in Chicago for an inspiring evening centered around the themes explored in Gaines’ work—urban identity, lived experiences, and the dynamic spirit that shapes our cities.

Hosted at 3148 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60634, this event offers attendees...