The Naughty Novelettes Series by Kehlani Booth

AdamPlaying a game of truth or dare with my nephew didn’t seem to be too bad of an idea. It was a way for us to reconnect; learn a little more about each other but also have some fun with our dares.We had decided that we’d take a shot whenever either one of us would dodge a truth or a dare. It was only when we had one too much to drink that we realised just how reckless we became.And by that point, neither one of us was ready to back out. At least, not just yet.

OctaviaFor almost as long as I could remember, my parents had been fighting over children. Mum had always wanted more, but Dad was happy with just me.Mum wasn’t.It meant that their relationship was strained even though neither of them wanted to call it quits.One night, a particular one where they’d had a rough fight and I heard Dad storm out from their bedroom, I decided to follow him into the basement, hoping to be somewhat of comfort to him... moreOctaviaFor almost as long as I could remember, my parents had been fighting over children. Mum had always wanted more, but Dad was happy with just me.Mum wasn’t.It meant that their relationship was strained even though neither of them wanted to call it quits.One night, a particular one where they’d had a rough fight and I heard Dad storm out from their bedroom, I decided to follow him into the basement, hoping to be somewhat of comfort to him. But I wasn’t expecting to see him in the way that I did. With my lips parted and my phone in my hand, I recorded Dad as he was jerking off.It was wrong but I didn’t care; I found something that Mum could use to finally get away from him. And, he’d annoyed me just a little bit too much these past weeks and it was nice to know that I had something to use against him.But when a certain someone’s name leaves his mouth as he comes, I can’t help but use the video to my full advantage. less

AubreyMy mother was a wretched woman for leaving our family, but I was no better than her for setting it all in motion.When Dad turned to drinking to handle the sudden grief, I comforted him. When the truth slipped out and everything came crashing down, he comforted me.And when the lines began to blur, so did the lengths of our relationship. I was the one who was there for Daddy, and he was the one who was there for me... moreAubreyMy mother was a wretched woman for leaving our family, but I was no better than her for setting it all in motion.When Dad turned to drinking to handle the sudden grief, I comforted him. When the truth slipped out and everything came crashing down, he comforted me.And when the lines began to blur, so did the lengths of our relationship. I was the one who was there for Daddy, and he was the one who was there for me. From that point onwards, it was determined that we’d always be there for each other. less

NickI haven’t seen my only niece in a little over six years. Family issues caused us all to split apart and I’ve never found the strength to visit her. My niece has always made the effort of inviting me to celebrate the holidays with her, but every year, I manage to find an excuse to reject her invitations. This year will be different. This year, I’ll finally celebrate with her; my niece. And this Christmas? It’ll be one to remember.

EleanorGrandPapa wants the best for me. He always has, and he always will.It’s why he came and saved me all those years ago. It’s why he’s been raising me as his…it’s why he’s been raising me as his.The truth couldn’t have hit me at a better time.God.I truly am just my GrandPapa’s pet.

Tobias They say a girl’s first true love is her father. I’ve got two of them—twin daughters—and well, let's just say that they’re both a little too keen to show me just how true that statement can be.

RowlandMy daughter didn't shy away when telling me of her decision to become a sex worker.It’s only when my brother comes to visit that I realise just how dangerous it is. He shows me things that no father, and no uncle, should ever see. He shows me things that no daughter, and no niece, should ever post.We need her to be aware of the dangers and the risks of her career. We need to show it to her in a way that she understands.

ZaneHe thinks he can keep her away from me. He thinks he can protect her, hide her, and love her. He thinks he can do it without me.Even though she’s his twin, she’s my flesh and blood first. She’s mine.They all are. I’ll show him who’s boss around here.I’ll show him who owns them all.

RiverWhen my twin slips into my bed, she tells me something about our parents I’d never expect to hear. Though, I’m not too sure if I believe her words.Deciding to investigate with her, we find that her words are the truth.And when we both confront our parents, another truth slips out of their mouths. One which should never have been revealed. One which should have always been kept a secret.

AuroraI was fifteen when I fell pregnant with my baby, sixteen when he was ripped away from my arms. The man who’d claimed he loved me took my child and went far, far away. I’ve cried many tears to have my baby boy back in my arms—almost two decades worth of tears—but he still hasn’t returned to me.No more tears will fall now. My son, my Lucien, has found me.