Description:
Beyond First Glance is a collection of twelve contemporary love stories centered on multicultural women, these short, character-driven pieces reveal the quiet and bold choices that shape modern relationships.
Brief description: Scarlet Ibis James is an award-winning author whose work explores love, longing, identity, and emotional truth across the Black and Caribbean diaspora. Born in Trinidad and Tobago and based in Harlem, her writing blends cultural specificity with universal human experience.
Review Quotes:
- "A captivating, beautifully crafted collection that approaches the romance genre from every imaginable angle - an absolute must-read." Reedsy Discovery
- "Wisdom flows throughout the short story collection Scarlet Yearnings Beyond First Glance, about how self-discovery is the cornerstone of sustainable relationships." Foreword Clarion Review
- "A beautiful book exploring love beyond the exciting beginnings, capturing romantic, familial, and self-love with depth and honesty." - Christy Matheson, author