Allgood Series by Kim Louise

The pain of broken love affairs and lost loved ones has shaped Marti Allgood into a gifted artist who paints for healing, not for profit. But fabulously wealthy art collector Kenyon Williams believes Marti may be the next great African American woman artist -- and he means to prove it.As Marti's career blossoms, so does a romance with Kenyon. Soon, she discovers she is pregnant. But for Kenyon, the news is anything but happy... moreThe pain of broken love affairs and lost loved ones has shaped Marti Allgood into a gifted artist who paints for healing, not for profit. But fabulously wealthy art collector Kenyon Williams believes Marti may be the next great African American woman artist -- and he means to prove it.As Marti's career blossoms, so does a romance with Kenyon. Soon, she discovers she is pregnant. But for Kenyon, the news is anything but happy. Instead, it's a painful reminder that his wealth stems from a shameful family secret. Convinced that his past will destroy their love -- and their child's future -- Kenyon ends the relationship. But the price of letting go may be too high for even a rich man to pay. less

When Amara Fairchild's close friend and mentor is diagnosed with breast cancer, Amara is devastated. Her emotions and resolve are further tested when, on her death bed, Amara's mentor makes her promise to take care of her four-year-old triplets and the husband she's leaving behind. Unable to refuse her mentor's dying wish, Amara makes a promise that changes her life forever.

Stunning black model Morgan Allgood is 40 and knows that her years before the camera are numbered. That's why she is in Chicago auditioning for a job as a sports commentator instead of home in Atlanta preparing for her sister's wedding. She runs into Van McNeil, a fine-looking weatherman and the ultimate player. They have a one-night stand and she takes off, chiding herself for not looking for a man to settle down with... moreStunning black model Morgan Allgood is 40 and knows that her years before the camera are numbered. That's why she is in Chicago auditioning for a job as a sports commentator instead of home in Atlanta preparing for her sister's wedding. She runs into Van McNeil, a fine-looking weatherman and the ultimate player. They have a one-night stand and she takes off, chiding herself for not looking for a man to settle down with. Van remembers Morgan from his childhood acting days and is still smitten, but how deeply? Neither of them believes that commitment is possible until they each take the back-road route to Atlanta, chasing a growing storm and each other. Louise gives her readers a romance that is at turns sensual, charming, and amusing as two beautiful people learn the meaning of love in rural America. less