Books like 'Pilgrim Bell: Poems'
Readers who enjoyed Pilgrim Bell: Poems by Kaveh Akbar also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.
contemporary lgbtq religion poc-mc
-
When Aidan Became A Brother by Kyle Lukoff
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWhen Aidan was born, everyone thought he was a girl. His parents gave him a pretty name, his room looked like a girl's room, and he wore clothes that other girls liked wearing. After he realized he was a trans boy, Aidan and his parents fixed the parts of life that didn't fit anymore, and he settled happily into his new life... -
THE BRIDGE: ADRON & HARMONY: An Inspirational Romance by M. Monique
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHarmony is a gentle soul whose life was seemingly perfect until it wasn't. Being married to her best friend should've been happiness and bliss. Instead, Harmony is dealt a devastating blow that threatens to uproot everything she's believed in. Insecurities plague Harmony as she wades through what lies ahead.Adron is a man whose life isn't so far different from Harmony's... -
Chasing Change by Caroline Lee
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCait Quinn has never understood how some people can do the same thing day in and day out... -
Judge Me Not: A Billionaire Single Mom Christmas Novella by Maggie Cole
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMoney makes the world go round. And my merry-go-round is so far in debt it doesn’t spin anymore. I’m never getting out.But I don’t need money for frivolous things. I need it for my daughter and time is running out.So when Colton Ash tells me he wants an exclusive contract with me, I agree to things I never thought I would.Until you’re in my shoes, Judge Me Not... -
-
Something Like Forever by Jay Bell
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLove, like everything in the universe, cannot be destroyed. But over time it can change. The hot Texas nights were lonely for Ben before he met Tim Wyman, the man he would one day marry. Now, twenty years later, everything is perfect. Isn’t it? As Ben struggles with guiding his adopted son toward happiness, he begins to question his own path in life... -
Blood & Milk by N.R. Walker
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratings** LGBT Romance.Heath Crowley is an Australian man, born with two different coloured eyes and the gift—or curse—of having premonition dreams. He also has nothing left to live for. Twelve months after having his life upended, his dreams tell him where he needs to be. So with nothing―and no one―to keep him in Sydney, he simply boards a plane for Tanzania... -
The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle by Matt Cain
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsPerfect for fans of Fredrik Backman and TJ Klune, this humorous, life-affirming, and charmingly wise novel tells the story of how the forced retirement of a shy, closeted postman in northern England creates a second chance with his lost love, as he learns to embrace his true self, connect with his community, and finally experience his life’s great adventure… Indie Next List Selection | Library... -
Heaven Right Here by Lutishia Lovely
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen Stacy Gray meets friends for lunch, the last thing she expects to be served is legal papers suing her for custody of her son, Darius Jr. As far as Stacy’s concerned, when Darius Sr. chose to be with his male lover, he lost his chance at fatherhood... -
Rain Storm by Vanessa Miller
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeautiful and lethal. Cynda Stephens' hatred for life and men grow as her addictions force her into prostitution. Keith Hosea Williams obeys God's call to marry Cynda. But as his love begins to open Cynda's heart in ways she never expected, her thoughts of unworthiness cause her to run away from a love she desperately wants to call her own... -
Come Play: An Erotica Charity Anthology by Quin, Sara Dobie Bauer
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWatch and Learn if the Coach’s Little Kitten can be Tamed. Follow the Doctor’s Orders and read all about Brotherly Love. Understand Abstract Love and then take a peek at A Kink Chronicles Short. It’s all about Pretty Boys, The Kiss, and Particular Tastes bundled up in this must-have erotic anthology. Come, play with us... -
The Sheikh's Surrogate Bride - A Sheikh Buys a Baby Romance by Holly Rayner, Ana Sparks
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Sheikh needs an heir, And for that, he needs a bride. It’s meant to be temporary arrangement, But it might just last forever… Sheikh Yasin has a dilemma: he needs an heir to his prestigious title, but the customs of his kingdom dictate that he finds a bride first... -
Fixing Forever by Caroline Lee
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn the years Andrew McIver has been an engineer at River’s End Ranch, he’s watched his friends and colleagues find love time and again…but despite his many first dates, no one special has kindled that spark for him. And he’s reached the point in his career where he’s tired. He needs a change, although he won’t admit it to his sister... -
A Daring Journey by Jeanne St. James
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwo paths: one new, one familiar. And a burning desire to choose them both... When Damon spots a stunning redhead on his plane, the pilot’s determined to get to know her better. It’s been a long time since he’s experienced an instant connection with anyone. The last time was with his former lover, who left without an explanation over five years ago, devastating him... -
Simon's Surprise by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSimon has been married three years and he loves his husband more than life. He’s patiently waited for a time when Sean was ready for a family, but if that never happened, he was okay, as long as he had Sean by his side. Sean wanted to make Simon happy and he knew his husband wanted kids. He finally felt he was at a place that he could slow down enough to start the family he’d always dreamed of... -
-
Race To A Christmas Reunion by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA champion race car driver works to win the heart of the woman he once let go in this sizzling, second chance novella from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson, previously published in A NASCAR Holiday 3 as Winning the Race in 2008.Professional race car driver Myles Joseph roars back into town for a Christmas wedding—and must confront the woman he once left behind... -
Something Like Stories: Volume Three by Jay Bell
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEmbark on a final trip through the Something Like… universe with this special collection of stories that promises heartwarming reunions and gut-wrenching closure.Something Like Stars playfully explores what would happen if a movie was made about Ben’s love for Tim and Jace... -
The Eid Gift: An Adam and Zayneb Story by S.K. Ali
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAdam and Zayneb —engaged but continents apart for so long— are finally in the same city!Even though it’s during Ramadan, a month of fasting and spiritual devotion, A and Z can’t help spending any and all free time with each other. Enter parents and their idea for a nikah at the end of Ramadan, on Eid day itself... -
Binny's Diwali by Thrity Umrigar, Nidhi Chanani
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSee below for English description.C'est un grand jour pour Binny. Depuis quelque temps, avec ses camarades de classe, elle d�couvre toutes sortes de c�l�brations autour du monde. C'est aujourd'hui son tour de faire une pr�sentation... -
Been So Long by Adrienne Thompson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsListed at #17 on AALBC.com's 20 Bestselling eBooks of 2012!!A woman, her married lover, an ex-boyfriend, and the ties that bind them together....Mona-Lisa Dandridge left her past life behind her years ago and never looked back. But when unforeseen circumstances throw her into the path of a former lover, she is forced to not only face her past, but to relive it... -
Be My Darling by Nia Arthurs
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA BWWM RomanceFalling for your fake-boyfriend? Bad idea. Matt’s a giant hunk. A total stranger. My new boyfriend. At least until my jerk of an ex gets the hint. It’s a great idea. Until I start looking forward to our staged dates. And craving his touch. And picturing him sans the flannel shirt and jeans— I keep forgetting we’re just pretend. And Matt’s powerful kisses aren’t helping my case... -
The Sheikh's Must-Have Baby by Holly Rayner
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe needs a baby to inherit the fortune…She needs a baby before it’s too late…Joanna Perkins loves her jet-setting life as a flight attendant, getting to see the world beyond the small, quiet town in Missouri she hails from... -
Be My Hope by Nia Arthurs
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDear Make It Marriage, by the time you read this, I’ll be dead…My first day on the job, I get hired by a client who’s recent death made headlines.The task? Find her billionaire brother the woman of his dreams.But there’s a problem. A big one. Brett McQueen doesn’t want a wife. Or a pushy matchmaker trying to set him up with one. So he makes a proposition of his own.Find him a wife in thirty days... -
Love at First Sighting by Chloe Gray, A.M. Bellows
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLove can be found in the most unexpected places.Charlie is on the verge of burnout from working three jobs while taking care of his newborn daughter. The single father desperately needs some down time to let out his inner, adventure-loving little. Fortunately, Cuffed is there to save the day... -
The Sheikh's Surprise Delivery by Holly Rayner
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA single stolen weekend with the sheikh was just the medicine she neededBut months later, she’ll have an adorable surprise delivery for him!Amber Warren may be a successful saleswoman, but it isn’t the life she envisaged for herself. Though her work lets her travel often, it isn’t the free-spirited lifestyle Amber wants...Categorized as:
poc-mc religion new-adult multi-pov contemporary womens-fiction fiction spirituality -
-
Puppy Love by Cara Malone
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMarley wants nothing more than a wife. Blaire has already had one not-so-happily ever after. Newly divorced and having lost her social circle to her ex, the only thing on Blaire’s mind is having a little fun. But when she brings her dog to Marley’s vet clinic, sparks fly and their connection is undeniable... -
Leaving Lana'i by Edie Claire
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA sweeping romantic novel by the USA TODAY bestselling author of Alaskan Dawn One horrible night fifteen years ago, a little girl named Maddie was taken away from the island paradise she treasured, the townspeople she loved, and the playmate who shared her soul.Now, she’s coming back to them... -
Shades Of Chocolate by Cecelia Dowdy
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsToni enjoys making chocolate treats in her bakery. Haunted by her abusive past, she struggles with her faith in God. Her world changes when a handsome stranger arrives, reminiscing about his childhood. Jason Matthews misses his days of working in his family's pastry shop. Estranged from his father, he longs to rediscover the joy and comfort from baking... -
The Sheikh's Stolen Bride-To-Be by Holly Rayner
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsStephanie O’Hanlon is a typical American girl, caught in a very exotic bind. Under pressure from her old-fashioned parents - not to mention, more than a little eager to escape her small-town Vermont existence - she finds herself in the Middle East, on the eve of an arranged marriage to a man she’s never met... -
Nothing But Drama by ReShonda Tate Billingsley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe first book in an exciting and inspiring new series from national bestselling author ReShonda Tate Billingsley Their lives are nothing but drama. . . . Camille can't believe her bad luck when she's ordered to join a church youth group after hiding her boyfriend from the police... -
No Weapon Formed by Michelle Stimpson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn this sequel to Michelle Stimpson’s beloved debut novel, Boaz Brown, LaShondra and her Boaz, Stelson, are living the ideal American lifestyle, except for the subtle and not-so-subtle ways society keeps reminding them that they aren’t the norm. She’s African-American, he’s Caucasian, and their oldest child is already tackling the question of identity... -
Lifted by Nia Forrester
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat if your soulmate could never be your bedmate?Tessa Denison knows who she is—she never has and as far as she’s concerned, never will date men. Though she struggles with coming to terms with the loss of her parents at a young age and her very protective and overbearing brother, Trey, her sexuality and free-loving lifestyle have never given her a moment’s pause.Tyson Clark is a screw-up... -
Rock the Curves: A Rockstar Romance by Twyla Turner
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsGage Walker is a mega-talented rockstar. Gorgeous, sexy, and charming. It's no wonder he's the hottest thing in the music industry. Lyris Wright is a beautiful, curvy, and confident aspiring singer. But no one wants to give her a chance as a solo artist because she doesn't have the "right look... -
A Arma Escarlate by Renata Ventura
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsO ano é 1997. Em meio a um intenso tiroteio, durante uma das épocas mais sangrentas da favela Santa Marta, no Rio de Janeiro, um menino de 13 anos descobre que é bruxo.Jurado de morte pelos chefes do tráfico, Hugo foge com apenas um objetivo em mente: aprender magia o suficiente para voltar e enfrentar o bandido que ameaça sua família... -
My Man's Best Friend by K. Elle Collier
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAre You Ready For A New Kind Of Relationship Story? Kai Edwards is confronted with the startling reality that her man’s best friend is a woman, a drop-dead, gorgeous one at that. Now, what is a girl to do? Yes, Kai Edwards has a big problem when Todd Daniels’ best friend, Alana Brooks, moves to Chicago and straight into the middle of their perfect life... -
-
The Single Matchmaker by J.J. Arias
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWho helps Cupid fall in love?Libby Cassanova is the last in a long line of matchmakers. After years of hard work, her grandmother has finally handed her control of an empire built by generations of Cassanova women.When the secret that Libby was dumped by her fiancé comes to light, she must act fast to salvage her reputation... -
She's a Keeper by Ali K. Mulford
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThey’re both used to temporary. Have they unexpectedly found forever?Lark Lachlan has her life under control. Although she enjoys the occasional summer fling with women, the devoted-to-her-career, bisexual zookeeper has no trouble keeping her heart in its cage. So she’s a little surprised to feel an instant, all-consuming attraction to the handsome new volunteer, Logan... -
Plain Fame by Sarah Price
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhile traveling through Manhattan on the way back to her Amish community, young Amanda Beiler is struck by a limousine. The limo’s passenger, Cuban-born superstar Alejandro Diaz, takes responsibility for her injuries and vows to oversee her recovery. Leaving the fame circuit behind, Alejandro returns Amanda to her family in Lititz, Pennsylvania... -
The Story of Us: A Novel by Catherine Hernandez
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFrom the author of Canada Reads finalist Scarborough , a stunning new novel about the unbreakable bond of family and the magic that can happen when we meet in the middle Like many Overseas Filipino Workers, Mary Grace Concepcion has lived a life of sacrifices. First, she left her husband, Ale, to be a caregiver in Hong Kong... -
Love is Kind by Faith Arceneaux
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe was the one who fired her, the last person she should extend her kindness to. But she did. She believed that no matter the circumstances, kindness was applicable. Despite her situation, she knew God would work it out for her good. At least, that's what she was trusting... -
Hike, Hike, Baby by Xavier Neal
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom the romance author of The Culture Blind Series comes a laugh out loud comedy about finding love, finding yourself, and finding your future... Yasmine Pause, take a breath, and glisten.. -
Anaché by Maria Turtschaninoff
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOm nätterna vandrar nomadflickan Anaché med andarna. Om dagarna lär hennes älskade bror henne allt det en akkadekvinna inte får kunna: kasta kniv, jaga och rida som en man. Men i en värld där faror och förbud styr en flickas liv får hon inte visa sina förmågor för någon. Speciellt inte då hennes far är stammens ledare, en oberäknelig, våldsam man... -
His Accidental Baby by Holly Rayner
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEngaged to a sheikh, but for real this time! Now she’s having his baby A beautiful, adorable, accidental heir to the sheikh… Alyssa: Everything is perfect At least, that’s what I thought... -
Wifed By The Sheikh by Holly Rayner
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsChosen by the Sheikh, and given two options: marriage, or jail. What would you choose?After posing as a crew member on a cruise ship and illegally entering the Middle-Eastern nation of Murindhi, serial-splitter Zelda Barnes-Scott is caught, and threatened with jail... -
Auctioned To The Sheikh by Holly Rayner, Lara Hunter
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“I’ve been bought by a Sheikh, but he may be the only one who can save me…”Forced by her over-zealous workmates into participating in her office’s charity auction, the ordinarily reserved Emily Michaels is soon to be offered to the room for the highest bidder. The winning bid will buy her for one night, in a date wherever and whenever they like... -
-
Collide by Stephanie Shea
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMia Stone isn’t looking for romance. Not after her engagement crashed to an end when her fiancé was caught on viral video kissing another woman. She has time and space for three things in her life. Her family, her best friends Darby and James, and Flippin’ Fantastic Renovations—the house flipping company they co-own.Lauryn Matthews gets a bad rap... -
Bryce by L.A. Witt
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAlecI don’t do love. I don’t do relationships. What I do is tour with my band and enjoy the life we worked so hard to earn. When I’m home, my favorite escort is always happy to join me in bed.Except he’s not an escort anymore. He has, however, hand-picked someone to replace him. I’m dubious because I hate change, but I’ll give this new guy a chance.And I will not fall in love with him... -
Color Blind by Andrew Grey
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSetting out on your own is tough, but for Mason Fullerton, who was born blind, it’s even more of a challenge. Mase decides that the key to independence and a life of his own is getting a job. His mother, who has always been there for support, isn’t so sure, but Mase is determined. He manages to secure an interview, and one of the men conducting it has a voice that wraps around him like a blanket... -
The Sheikh's Christmas Triplets - A Sweet Secret Babies Romance by Holly Rayner
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThree wishbones, three wishes, and three adorable babies for Christmas… When the dashingly handsome Sheikh Zadid accepts Yvonne’s invitation to celebrate Christmas at her home, she knows she has to make an impression! After transforming her apartment into the perfect winter wonderland, the night seems to go off without a hitch—until the snow begins to fall, and gorgeous boss and smitten... -
Cenzontle by Marcelo Hernández Castillo
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn this lyrical, imagistic debut, Marcelo Hernandez Castillo creates a nuanced narrative of life before, during, and after crossing the US/Mexico border... -
Idol Minds by K.T. Salvo
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn this sizzling gay K-pop romance debut from KT Salvo, movie star Jason Park was a Hollywood golden boy. The youngest ever Best Actor award winner for his role in The Moon Shines Madly, the former teen idol was ready to make the jump from teen comedies to dramatic leading roles. But his famously well-documented on-set blow-up cost him his part and drove him from the limelight...
Or - use our amazing romance book finder to get recommendations based on your favorite content tropes and themes. Mix and match at will.