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Angela Benson

Biography

Angela Benson writes from the heart about matters that she has experienced and about which she feels strongly. She is the award winning and bestselling author of fourteen novels, two novellas and two non-fiction titles. Her work has been published by six major publishers, including Harlequin, Tyndale House, Berkeley and William Morrow. Her most recently published works are the relationship guide, Men Don’t Like Ugly, Women Don’t Like Broke (July, 2016), and the contemporary novel, The Summer of Me (William Morrow, 2016). She holds a doctorate from the University of Georgia, a masters from Georgia Tech and undergraduate degrees from both Georgia Tech and Spelman College. Dr. Benson is an associate professor at The University of Alabama.

Smashwords Interview

When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
I'm a university professor so when I'm not writing fiction, I'm writing academic articles and books. Most of my non-working hours are spent with my husband. We enjoy travelling, dancing and going to the movies. In the last year, we've taken road trips to Atlanta, New Orleans, Pensacola Beach, DC and Detroit. W recently started ballroom dance classes. My husband is an action-adventure fan, so we can usually be found at the early showing of the new action-adventure releases. We're fans of several series, including X-Men, Hunger Games and Fast & Furious.
Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
The earliest story that I remember writing is "My Interview with the Jackson Five," which I wrote when I was in fifth grade. I remember that story because of the reaction that it got from my classmates and my teacher. My classmates all clapped for me and my teacher gave me A's for the rest of the school year. I was an obese child who struggled at sports and outdoor activities, so writing was a place for me to shine. I cherish what writing did for me during my early years as life can be difficult for a child who is different.
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Where to find Angela Benson online

Website: http://www.angelabenson.com
Twitter: @eAngelaBenson
Facebook: Facebook profile
Blog: http://www.angelabensonblog.com

Where to buy in print

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Series

Sweet Passion by
Friend and Lover
Price: $2.99 USD.
The Nicest Guy in America
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Way Home
Price: $4.99 USD.
Bands of Gold
Price: $4.99 USD.
For All Time
Price: $4.99 USD.
Between the Lines
Price: $4.99 USD.
Genesis House by
Awakening Mercy
Price: $4.99 USD.
Abiding Hope
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Amen Sisters
Price: $4.99 USD.

Books

Between the Lines by
Series: Sweet Passion. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 77,970. Language: English. Published: September 1, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Contemporary, Fiction » African American fiction » Romance
A novel in the Sweet Passion series. New York businessman Jake Mason works hard and plays harder. Alabama newspaperwoman Eleanor Sanders works so hard that she never finds time to play. When Jake is sent to Alabama to broker a deal with Eleanor, the couple's matchmaking fathers bank on sparks flying and love blossoming between their beloved children.
For All Time by
Series: Sweet Passion. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 78,310. Language: English. Published: August 15, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Contemporary, Fiction » African American fiction » Romance
A novel in the Sweet Passion series Newlyweds Joshua and Gloria Martin are a middle-class professional couple, well on their way to achieving the American dream. When Josh loses his job, their plans for the future take a stark detour and their marriage faces its biggest challenge.
Bands of Gold by
Series: Sweet Passion. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 89,010. Language: English. Published: August 8, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Contemporary, Fiction » African American fiction » Romance
A novel in the Sweet Passion series. Christina’s ambition has taken her to the top of her profession, but new employee Jackson makes her wonder if she’s sacrificed too much for her success. Jackson knows a career is safer than a relationship—he has the broken heart to prove it—but something about Christina makes him want to wade back into the murky waters of romance. Will love overcome ambition?
The Amen Sisters by
Series: Genesis House, Book 3. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 106,810. Language: English. Published: April 17, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » Christian, Fiction » African American fiction » Contemporary woman
The Amen Sisters, A Genesis House Novel. Would you believe a friend who told you she was pregnant with your pastor's child? Francine Amen doesn't and it leads to drastic consequences for both her and her friend. The Amen Sisters is a compassionate look at the lives that are forever changed when a pastor abuses his power with the women of his congregation.
The Nicest Guy in America by
Series: Sweet Passion. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 75,090. Language: English. Published: November 20, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Contemporary, Fiction » African American fiction » Romance
A novel in the Sweet Passion series. Computer security specialist Reggie Stevens doesn’t think women want a nice guy. Reporter Kimberla Washington doesn’t think men want a nice woman. Kimberla and Reggie find their beliefs and their hearts on a collision course when Kimberla’s magazine sponsors a Nicest Guy in America contest and Reggie finds himself as one of the finalists.
The Way Home by
Series: Sweet Passion. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 93,320. Language: English. Published: November 18, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Contemporary, Fiction » African American fiction » Romance
A novel in the Sweet Passion series. Class bigotry destroyed the young love of Marlena, a girl from the wrong side of town, and Winston, her wealthy boyfriend. When Marlena comes back to town as an acclaimed attorney, she finds things haven’t changed much, including her feelings for Winston and his for her. Will new winds of bigotry and secrets from the past destroy their second chance at love.
Awakening Mercy by
Series: Genesis House, Book 1. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 88,300. Language: English. Published: November 10, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Romance, Fiction » African American fiction » Christian
Book 1, Genesis House series. CeCe Williams and Nate Richardson were not looking to fall in love. Neither is prepared for what grows between them when CeCe comes to work with Nate at Genesis House. Can they let go of the pain of the past and build a life together or will secrets from CeCe's past destroy any hope they have for a future?
Abiding Hope by
Series: Genesis House, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 75,620. Language: English. Published: November 9, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Romance, Fiction » African American fiction » Christian
Book 2, Genesis House series. Marvin and Shay Taylor lost themselves and their ministry after the death of their six-year-old son. Time and God's grace brought them back to a place of renewal. As they step back into their ministry, Shay also wants to step back into motherhood. But Marvin's fears make him reluctant to share her dream.
Friend and Lover by
Series: Sweet Passion. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 30,220. Language: English. Published: November 5, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » Romance, Fiction » Romance » Contemporary
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A novella in the Sweet Passion series. Reed Lewis thinks his best friend, Paige Thomas, is engaged to the wrong man, so he devises a holiday ruse to make her see things his way. Celebrate the season with a lighthearted holiday romp about two friends on the path to becoming so much more, and the grandmother who helps them get there.

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