L.B. Gaines is officially secured as a featured author in the BookmarkHER Spotlight Series, a platform dedicated to showcasing dynamic voices in contemporary and urban romance. A lifelong storyteller, English professor, and grant writer, L.B. Gaines brings a seasoned, emotionally honest approach to her work. Her stories are character-driven, rooted in lived Black experiences, and shaped by the soulful passion of ’90s R&B.

Known for writing powerful, flawed, and deeply human love stories, L.B. Gaines creates narratives where healing is messy, passion is undeniable, and love—no matter how scarred—is always worth fighting for. As a BookmarkHER spotlighted author, she shares her mission to remind readers of the enduring power of love through her signature blend of Black culture, urban influence, and heartfelt storytelling.