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Scarlet Yearnings: Stories of Love and Desire
SCARLET YEARNINGS: Stories of Love and Desire
Finalist for the 2025 American Legacy Book Awards in the Multicultural Fiction category! Winner of 2025 International Impact Book Award, Short Story Collection Finalist for the 2025 American Legacy Book Award, Multicultural Fiction Five-Star Reviews from Readers' Favorite Book Awards
Twelve thought-provoking tales that explore the emotional landscapes of love, where deep connection and heartfelt yearning take center stage, without explicit content.
In this captivating collection, Scarlet Ibis James weaves emotionally rich stories of longing, vulnerability, and human connection that resonate long after the final page. Each tale offers a tender glimpse into the complex journey of the heart:
- A woman reconnects with a childhood pen pal through mysterious letters, awakening something otherworldly
- A doorman silently yearns for a resident in his building, their lives separated by invisible barriers
- Former lovers cross paths on a crowded subway, stirring embers of what once was
- A marriage counseling session reveals the unexpected price of choosing comfort over passion
Critics praise James' "beautifully crafted journey through the many facets of love" and her thoughtful exploration of desire's "messy, complicated side." These stories celebrate emotional intimacy and the profound power of connection, featuring diverse characters as they navigate universal feelings.
Perfect for readers who appreciate thoughtful, PG-rated fiction that explores the courage it takes to love and be loved. Each story stands alone-ideal for savoring between life's busy moments or enjoying in a single, reflective evening.
Discover the yearnings hidden in your own heart with this emotionally resonant collection that focuses on the heart and mind rather than the bedroom.
Book Details
- Publisher: Dkj Enterprises
- Publish Date: Oct 14th, 2024
- Pages: 120
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.31in - 0.73lb
- EAN: 9798991590938
- Categories: • Short Stories (single author)• Romance - Collections & Anthologies• Romance - Multicultural & Interracial
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Praise for this book
- Wonderfully written and covers various social issues. "All emotions and events were vividly captured, which helped create a mental picture of what was happening, and the reader will also appreciate the excellent narration, which adds to the overall beauty of the work." - Frank Mutuma for Readers Favorite
- I picked this up on a whim. "Great book! These aren't love stories in the syrupy, predictable sense. Instead, they're layered, a little messy, sometimes sad, but always real. It's not flashy, but it's raw and intimate in a way that sneaks up on you. If you like stories that sit with you quietly and then gut-punch you in the last line, this one's worth your time." - Amazon Verified Purchase Review.
- This Book Is a Great Read. "Each story explores a different facet of what it means to love and be loved, conveying the layered intricacies of individual relationships." - Jamie Tukpah, Bookium
- Dare to Love Again - " Scarlet Ibis James' 'Scarlet Yearnings" accomplishes something surprisingly rare in contemporary short fiction - it makes us feel the full impact of love's complexities without relying on melodrama or easy sentiment." - Maria Ashford, BookShelfie
- A Journey Through Love - "A beautifully crafted journey through the many facets of love... Each story feels intimate and genuine." - Leora Alora
- Love and Complexity - "The author doesn't shy away from the messy, complicated side of love. It's refreshing." - The Bourbon-Sipping Bibliophile.
- Stories That Stay With You - "Courage is a quality I admire-and worry I don't have enough of. These stories made me reflect deeply on my own decisions." - Amanda Jones
- Hidden Depths - "Each story is a gem, sparkling with fresh light on every page. They are delights to savor and return to." - Britni Pepper