About Me
African American Fiction Author | Chicago-based | Diverse Characters
Hello! I'm an African American author of fiction rooted in vibrant South Chicagoland. My passion lies in crafting contemporary stories that resonate with authenticity, depth, and diversity.
My Literary Journey
From the gritty streets of Chicago to far-flung corners of the world, my writing draws inspiration from real-life struggles, triumphs, and everyday magic. As a military veteran, I've wandered through Africa and the Middle East, collecting stories like precious gems.
Amplifying Voices
My mission? To amplify voices that often go unheard. Through my novels, serial fiction, and short stories, I celebrate black love, family bonds, and the resilience of our community. Each character—whether flawed or heroic—adds to a unified literary universe where representation matters.
Join the Journey
As a reader, you're part of this odyssey. Let's explore uncharted narratives together, challenging stereotypes and embracing the beauty of our shared humanity. Welcome aboard!
Warm regards,
J Allen Phelps
Young Tamara James battles severe arrythmia and sickle-cell anemia, and with no future to look forward to, takes pleasure in hooking up with any boy who will have her. But after graduating high school with honors—biggest ho of class 96—she flees Chicago. Turns out, every bed, backseat, and closet she dirties pushes her further from the love and freedom she desires. So, when Tamara arrives at Grandma Mary's in Savannah, Tennessee, she is ready to die and embrace the flames of Hell.
But when the stars align, and well-spoken, clean shaven, Californian poet Maurice Harding passes through town, Tamara is determined to 'hook-up' with him. Tamara could care less about the ring on his finger, or the fiancée he'd hurt—she wants her night of pleasure. But unlike the scores of thugs, jockeys and married men she'd conquered in Chicago, Maurice Harding holds fast in his refusal. And in his honor and fidelity, Tamara learns what it means to love. And in the heat of southern summer, they light up the town in a would-be romance that will haunt them for the rest of their lives.
Título : The Girl No Boy Could Love
EAN : 9798227723642
Editorial : Jamela Publications
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