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🔥💋New Release on #SylLit: A Fake Marriage, Three Brothers… and a Secret That Won’t Stay Buried #NewRelease

Featured by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Her Substitute Husband His Brothers

Some lies protect you. Others pull you straight into danger. Subscribe | Become an Engagement or Premium Reader | Get Full ePub ($6.99)| Amazon (ebook one ($3.99) & two ($3.99) ) Buy Paperback (Book One) (Book Two – coming soon) |  REVIEW: Goodreads | Bookbub It’s here. And it’s messy in the best way. Her Substitute Husband… His Brothers is a steamy African American romantic suspense … Continue reading 🔥💋New Release on #SylLit: A Fake Marriage, Three Brothers… and a Secret That Won’t Stay Buried #NewRelease

Did you hear Derek is on the way? #windfallbrothers book 4: DESIRE’S TRYST

Featured by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, Desire's Tryst, Windfall Brothers

You met him in Delilah's Desire, and now he's got his own demons to fight. PREORDER | Book Page | Windfall Brothers | Companion & Other Books About the book: Derek seeks revenge on ex-friend Maddox Ryan for a deadly fire he thinks killed his fiancée, Adira. He sabotages Maddox Ryan’s philanthropy firm but discovers … Continue reading Did you hear Derek is on the way? #windfallbrothers book 4: DESIRE’S TRYST

Chasing a new beginning could cost her everything she holds dear. Mistaken Identity III | 📚 Download, Review and Share #sylLit #urbanintrigue #medicalthriller #kindleunlimited

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Mistaken Identity, Uncategorized

She thought it was an attraction…Turns out it was control. 😳🔥And they’re not letting her go. Get Your Copy | About Author | More About the Mistaken Identity Series | See All Author's Books  About book  Elena knew she wanted something different... she needed something different, but aside from the dreams she had of past wicked events, she … Continue reading Chasing a new beginning could cost her everything she holds dear. Mistaken Identity III | 📚 Download, Review and Share #sylLit #urbanintrigue #medicalthriller #kindleunlimited

Friday the 13th Called.📅 It Wants You to Read Something Wicked🖤👿. #kindle+ #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

Hello, my lovely readers! If you grabbed your free reads last week, welcome back to the nightstand. If you missed the free window (it closed Sunday, November 8th), don't pout. Every title in my Kindle Unlimited collection is still waiting for you, and if you're a subscriber, you can borrow them all month long. This … Continue reading Friday the 13th Called.📅 It Wants You to Read Something Wicked🖤👿. #kindle+ #syllit

Protected: Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 5 – Red Roses and Red Flags #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story, Marry Me

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Hot Code, Hotter Love: Steamy Reads Starring Developers Who Break More Than Rules #syllit #steamlit #smexyreads

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in steamy reads

Content note: These stories are dark romance and suspense. They include adult content, coercion, sex work, and dangerous relationships. Not your momma’s romance. 🔥 Content note: These stories are dark romance and suspense. They include adult content, secret societies, infidelity, and dangerous relationships. Not your momma’s romance. 🔥 Developers know that if you want to … Continue reading Hot Code, Hotter Love: Steamy Reads Starring Developers Who Break More Than Rules #syllit #steamlit #smexyreads

Protected: Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 4 – How to Ruin A Perfectly Good Suicide #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story, Marry Me

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She didn’t ask for a prince. Especially one who needs this much character development. Marry Me💍💜Join readers as the author writes #webnovel #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Marry Me, Work in Progress

The first three chapters are free, so if you haven't started reading, catch up (because why are you here anyway). I'm enjoying Finn and Kam, but that momma. Ugh... Yeah. Subscribe | Book Page | Become an Engagement or Premium Reader | Other Books By This Author | Become a Member Don’t forget to share … Continue reading She didn’t ask for a prince. Especially one who needs this much character development. Marry Me💍💜Join readers as the author writes #webnovel #syllit

Save the date for the EyeCU Reading Experience in Detroit! #bookevent August 21, 2027 #brae

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, Events

Save the date for this 2nd Annual event. The first one was amazing, and I have no doubt the second one will blow it out of the park! REGISTER NOW | MORE INFORMATION Join us for a celebration of authors, readers, and all things books! It's gonna be a whole vibe..Energy, community, and unforgettable moments! … Continue reading Save the date for the EyeCU Reading Experience in Detroit! #bookevent August 21, 2027 #brae

Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 3.2 – A Proposal to Live #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story, Marry Me

Read as the Author Writes Subscribe | Book Page | Become an Engagement or Premium Reader | Other Books By This Author | Become a Member Don't forget to share with a reading buddy the main page link: sylviahubbard.com/marryme The more reads, the more the author writes. Your support, whether by visiting this website or … Continue reading Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 3.2 – A Proposal to Live #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 3.1 #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story, Marry Me

Read as the Author Writes Subscribe | Book Page | Become an Engagement or Premium Reader | Other Books By This Author | Become a Member Don't forget to share with a reading buddy the main page link: sylviahubbard.com/marryme The more reads, the more the author writes. Your support, whether by visiting this website or … Continue reading Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 3.1 #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

STARTING TODAY: 4 Day Reader Appreciation Event #brae #syllit Nov5th-8th | Audio Nov4th (audio)

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Event Announcements, Events

Register at BRAE.website now Nov4th will be the audio day. I'm participating with Stealing Innocence & Secrets, Lies & Family Ties November 5th - 8th Starting on the 5th, we're going with She Works Hard For the Money, Dreams of Reality & Mistaken Identity Enjoy and have fun and then leave a review for those … Continue reading STARTING TODAY: 4 Day Reader Appreciation Event #brae #syllit Nov5th-8th | Audio Nov4th (audio)

Fall Back Into Bed (With a Book)📚: Free Reads 📖That Know How to Keep You Up Late 👀#kindle+ #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

Happy almost-November, readers! This Sunday, November 1st, the clocks fall back, and we all get an extra hour. I know exactly how I’d spend it, and it isn’t sleeping. It’s under a blanket with a dangerous man, a dark secret, and a story that refuses to let you go to bed at a reasonable time. … Continue reading Fall Back Into Bed (With a Book)📚: Free Reads 📖That Know How to Keep You Up Late 👀#kindle+ #syllit

Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 2 – What is the Point? #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story, Marry Me

Read as the Author Writes Subscribe | Book Page | Become an Engagement or Premium Reader | Other Books By This Author | Become a Member Don't forget to share with a reading buddy the main page link: sylviahubbard.com/marryme The more reads, the more the author writes. Your support, whether by visiting this website or … Continue reading Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 2 – What is the Point? #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 1 – Worst Birthday Ever #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story, Marry Me

Read as the Author Writes Subscribe | Book Page | Become an Engagement or Premium Reader | Other Books By This Author | Become a Member Don't forget to share with a reading buddy the main page link: sylviahubbard.com/marryme The more reads, the more the author writes. Your support, whether by visiting this website or … Continue reading Marry Me💍💜- Chapter 1 – Worst Birthday Ever #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝web novel

Fake engagement. Real kisses. One jealous ex. Somebody’s about to regret lying. 😈 #MarryMe #Webnovel Coming to #SylLit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Marry Me

Just when you thought a fake engagement couldn't get any messier... Let's review the foolishness, shall we? Finn planned to propose to his longtime girlfriend, Shondra. Shondra dumped him by text. Finn panicked and proposed to a stranger. She agreed because, quite frankly, her life couldn't get much worse. His mother fell in love with … Continue reading Fake engagement. Real kisses. One jealous ex. Somebody’s about to regret lying. 😈 #MarryMe #Webnovel Coming to #SylLit

TOMORROW: Marry Me 💍💜🪻Live #webnovel #novelnovember #nanowrimo #syllit 2nd Read as the author write for 2026

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Marry Me, Work in Progress, Work In Progress

And here we go. I believe this will be story number 69 or 70. I'm not sure. Of course, as always, I'm determined to finish this. I know what I need to do; I have Kam and Finn affectionately in my head, and I need their story told. And I want to finish because I … Continue reading TOMORROW: Marry Me 💍💜🪻Live #webnovel #novelnovember #nanowrimo #syllit 2nd Read as the author write for 2026

Chemistry Isn’t Just in the Lab: Steamy Reads Where Science Gets Personal #syllit #steamlit #smexyreads

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in steamy reads

Content note: These stories are dark romance and suspense. They include adult content, coercion, sex work, and dangerous relationships. Not your momma’s romance. 🔥 Everybody says chemistry can’t be forced. These women know better, because chemistry is their job. They work with formulas, data, and years of study, and they trust what can be measured … Continue reading Chemistry Isn’t Just in the Lab: Steamy Reads Where Science Gets Personal #syllit #steamlit #smexyreads

Chon is the kind of woman who has a plan for everything… Except him 😈#ravenous #kindleunlimited #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Ravenous

"POV: You took the job not knowing the job was you. 😈 That's Chon. That's Dorian. That's .* FREE on Kindle Unlimited — one click and your peace is gone. Get Book - Start Reading | See Book Page | Other Books by Author is FREE through Kindle Unlimited right now — and it … Continue reading Chon is the kind of woman who has a plan for everything… Except him 😈#ravenous #kindleunlimited #syllit

4 Day Reader Appreciation Event #brae Participating Author #syllit Nov5th-8th | Audio Nov4th (audio)

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Event Announcements, Events

You'll love me so much after this event. Why? Because I know this is like a Reader's Christmas. I can't wait to see and enjoy all the downloads Register at BRAE.website now Nov4th will be the audio day. I'm participating with Stealing Innocence & Secrets, Lies & Family Ties November 5th - 8th Starting on … Continue reading 4 Day Reader Appreciation Event #brae Participating Author #syllit Nov5th-8th | Audio Nov4th (audio)

Can Second Chances create the throuple they always desired without losing everything? #desirestryst | #kindleunlimited Are you reading? Ready for Part 2? #syllit #bookrecommendation

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

If you don’t know, Desire’s Tryst is the second companionship novel in the Windfall Brothers Series. Start Reading | Get PreOrder | See Published Windfall Books | See Upcoming Windfall Books This is Derek (Diedrick’s standalone story), and just like the title of this blog says, it’s going to be a monster plot with: Love … Continue reading Can Second Chances create the throuple they always desired without losing everything? #desirestryst | #kindleunlimited Are you reading? Ready for Part 2? #syllit #bookrecommendation

🔥 He Has Money. She Has Lost All Hope. And Somehow SHE’S the One Teaching HIM About Life. #MarryMe #Webnovel Coming on #SylLit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Marry Me, Work in Progress

Let's talk about a man who has everything and appreciates nothing. Meet Finn. Semi-wealthy. Handsome. Well-dressed. Spoiled rotten by a mother who thinks the sun rises and sets on her precious baby boy. He has nice clothes, expensive meals, a comfortable home, and a family that loves him. And still? This man finds something to … Continue reading 🔥 He Has Money. She Has Lost All Hope. And Somehow SHE’S the One Teaching HIM About Life. #MarryMe #Webnovel Coming on #SylLit

Would you sleep with your Biggest Red Flag 🚩Just to Forget Your Broken Heart? 💜🥹 #syllit #suspenseromance

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in She Works Hard For The Money

No judgment. Okay. Maybe a little judgment. Renna's heart has been put through enough. After eight years with the same woman, betrayal leaves her facing an uncomfortable truth: the life she thought she was building isn't the life she's going to have. She's emotionally exhausted. Financially frustrated. And definitely not shopping for another complicated relationship. … Continue reading Would you sleep with your Biggest Red Flag 🚩Just to Forget Your Broken Heart? 💜🥹 #syllit #suspenseromance

Have yourself a steamy holiday with smart women and the men who love them. #syllit #steamlit #smexybooks

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Campaigns, steamy reads

I always get asked what smexy means. It's Smart & Sexy put together. I was doing a bookshelf evaluation and wondered why I never really wrote 'hood' type books, and the majority of my women have office or high-level careers. I decided that instead of focusing on what I wasn't writing, I would put together … Continue reading Have yourself a steamy holiday with smart women and the men who love them. #syllit #steamlit #smexybooks

💍 He Bought a Ring, Got Dumped by Text, and Proposed to a Stranger. Sir, WHAT?! #marryme #webnovel Coming to #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Marry Me, Work In Progress

Some men handle rejection with dignity. Thomas is apparently not one of them. Imagine planning the perfect marriage proposal. You've got the expensive ring. You've got the romantic Detroit Riverwalk backdrop. Your entire family is waiting to witness the happiest moment of your life. There's just one tiny problem. Your girlfriend isn't coming. Actually, it's … Continue reading 💍 He Bought a Ring, Got Dumped by Text, and Proposed to a Stranger. Sir, WHAT?! #marryme #webnovel Coming to #syllit

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😈Unpopular Opinion: Serial fiction is the most honest way to write romance — and the industry is afraid of it. #syllit #hubbooks

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Deep Thoughts/Opinion

In my new series running into October, I am discussing unpopular opinions I've had about my literary life. I've made them into 3rd person, because I felt perhaps this is a lot of general opinions other than just mine. I like to say the things other people are afraid to speak about but these are … Continue reading 😈Unpopular Opinion: Serial fiction is the most honest way to write romance — and the industry is afraid of it. #syllit #hubbooks

She Needed Money🤑. She Needed Healing. She Absolutely Did NOT Need Beck Hardy🚩😈.

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in She Works Hard For The Money

You know those moments when life gives you two choices? Bad. And... Girl, what the hell were you thinking? Welcome to Renna's life. Amazon (ebook & paperback) | Barnes & Noble eBook | | Google Books | Other Book Distributors Goodreads | Bookbub Buy Directly From Author After eight years in a relationship that ended … Continue reading She Needed Money🤑. She Needed Healing. She Absolutely Did NOT Need Beck Hardy🚩😈.

This weekend’s events (Oct16&17), plus a canceled event & new event added for November 2026. Join me #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in event, Event Announcements, Events

This weekend, starting tonight, will be great. I will have the honor of speaking for an RWA session on October 16 https://rwa.memberclicks.net/indie-author-weekend My session: Beyond the Stacks: Setting Up Speaking Engagements at Libraries I'm very excited and honored to be asked. On October 17th, I'll be in Detroit reppin' at the Historic Fisher Building. And, … Continue reading This weekend’s events (Oct16&17), plus a canceled event & new event added for November 2026. Join me #syllit

Forest path surrounded by autumn trees, books, and loose pages

😈Unpopular Opinion: Mainstream publishing didn’t discover Black women in dark romance. We were already here. #syllit #hubbooks

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Deep Thoughts/Opinion

In my new series running into October, I am discussing unpopular opinions I've had about my literary life. I've made them into 3rd person, because I felt perhaps this is a lot of general opinions other than just mine. I like to say the things other people are afraid to speak about but these are … Continue reading 😈Unpopular Opinion: Mainstream publishing didn’t discover Black women in dark romance. We were already here. #syllit #hubbooks

He wanted to save his reputation. She needed to save herself. Neither expected love to complicate the arrangement. #MarryMe #webnovel Coming Soon… Get updates

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, Marry Me

💍 HE BOUGHT THE RING FOR ONE WOMAN… BUT PUT IT ON A COMPLETE STRANGER. Thomas needed a fake fiancée. Ahdilah needed a reason to believe in tomorrow. One ridiculous proposal. One dangerously tempting arrangement. And an ex who returns claiming she's pregnant. The engagement is fake. The chemistry is criminal. And somebody's lying about … Continue reading He wanted to save his reputation. She needed to save herself. Neither expected love to complicate the arrangement. #MarryMe #webnovel Coming Soon… Get updates

🚩 He’s Rude, Selfish & Toxic… So Naturally, We Need to Talk About Beck Hardy 😈

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in She Works Hard For The Money

Let's get something straight. I'm not going to introduce Beck Hardy by pretending he's Prince Charming. This man apparently missed Prince Charming Orientation, skipped Emotional Availability 101, and majored in Why Are You Like This? Amazon (ebook & paperback) | Barnes & Noble eBook | | Google Books | Other Book Distributors Goodreads | Bookbub … Continue reading 🚩 He’s Rude, Selfish & Toxic… So Naturally, We Need to Talk About Beck Hardy 😈

New Coffeebuyer! Helping me; Help you… Donate the amount of a cup of coffee and help my literary endeavors! #coffeebuyers #SylLit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Uncategorized

Thanks to R LindleyGraboski , who recently bought me a cup of coffee. I appreciate your support to my liteary endeavors. Become a Coffee Buyer Supporter with a place on my website forever! Click here to buy me a cup of coffee and thank you in advance for your support to my literary endeavors!  

Love your romance steamy, complicated, and wrapped in a deadly conspiracy? Cross the line. #DrawingTheLine 💜😉📚

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Drawing The Line

Business. Pleasure. One Deadly Mistake. Amazon eBook: https://amzn.to/2CqzYD5 Amazon paperback: https://amzn.to/2CqzYD5 Smashwords:(ebook) Barnes and Noble: (ebook & paperback) Direct From the Author Product description: She agreed to give them an heir. She never agreed to give them her heart. Desperate for freedom, Shane accepts a scandalous proposition from her handsome boss, Andrew, and his brother, … Continue reading Love your romance steamy, complicated, and wrapped in a deadly conspiracy? Cross the line. #DrawingTheLine 💜😉📚

Dark Suspense and Drinks in Detroit… Oh My! with authors, Sylvia Hubbard and Brandi Martin #suspense #detroit #michlit #syllit #313lit 📚💜😈

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Events

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-talk-with-brandi-martin-sylvia-hubbard-tickets-2002098972923?aff=oddtdtcreator Join me with author Brandi Martin and wine at #SipAndRead in Detroit Register | See All Author's Books| Amazon Author Page | Author Events Whether you're a longtime fan of the psychological suspense genre or just love a great story that keeps you guessing, this is your chance to hear directly from the authors … Continue reading Dark Suspense and Drinks in Detroit… Oh My! with authors, Sylvia Hubbard and Brandi Martin #suspense #detroit #michlit #syllit #313lit 📚💜😈

Would you like to get weekly posts from #SylLit? Follow or Save these instructions.

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

Yes, I blog a lot. I like to take you on my literary journey or alert you to my many events. I love to share the ups and downs of writing. But I know you don't want me to fill up your email box, so if you'd like to get these on a weekly basis, … Continue reading Would you like to get weekly posts from #SylLit? Follow or Save these instructions.

😈Unpopular Opinion: Your first readers don’t need to love your book. They need to feel something. #syllit #hubbooks

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Deep Thoughts/Opinion

In my new series going from September to October, I want to discuss unpopular opinions I've had about my literary life. I've made them into 3rd person, because I felt perhaps this is a lot of general opinions other than just mine. I like to say the things other people are afraid to speak about … Continue reading 😈Unpopular Opinion: Your first readers don’t need to love your book. They need to feel something. #syllit #hubbooks

💋 Eight Years With a Woman… So Why Is THIS Man Her Biggest Mistake Yet

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in She Works Hard For The Money

Renna knows exactly what heartbreak feels like. She spent eight years loving a woman, building a relationship, creating expectations for the future—and then betrayal changed everything. Now going backward means returning to unhappiness. Going forward? That requires something Renna desperately needs and doesn't have enough of: Money. She's stuck in that ugly place between the … Continue reading 💋 Eight Years With a Woman… So Why Is THIS Man Her Biggest Mistake Yet

#SylLit Audiobooks available on Spotify 🎧

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in audiobook

See Spotify catalog Check out audio available directly from the author - look for books with 🎧 Finally - slowly but surely, author Sylvia Hubbard is making her audiobooks for wide distribution. Since she runs this machine by herself (along with her handy-dandy husband), she's uploading the books by herself. Take a listen and let us know … Continue reading #SylLit Audiobooks available on Spotify 🎧

The honor to make her smile could be the end for him. 😈🖤 #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Free Read

It's the End of September - Have you gotten your freebie & subscribed yet? | 💜🔥 And he smiled right back. That is Cross Her Heart, Hope He Dies. That is the kind of story I write. And it is FREE on my site right now. September is almost over — which means if … Continue reading The honor to make her smile could be the end for him. 😈🖤 #syllit

😈Unpopular Opinion: Writing every day is terrible advice and it almost broke me. #syllit #hubbooks

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Deep Thoughts/Opinion

In my new series going into October, I want to discuss unpopular opinions I've had about my literary life. I've made them into 3rd person, because I felt perhaps this is a lot of general opinions other than just mine. I like to say the things other people are afraid to speak about but these … Continue reading 😈Unpopular Opinion: Writing every day is terrible advice and it almost broke me. #syllit #hubbooks

Come have Wine and Talk Books with authors, Sylvia Hubbard and Brandi Martin #suspense #detroit #michlit #syllit #313lit 📚💜😈

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Events

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-talk-with-brandi-martin-sylvia-hubbard-tickets-2002098972923?aff=oddtdtcreator Join me with author Brandi Martin and wine at #SipAndRead in Detroit Whether you're a longtime fan of the psychological suspense genre or just love a great story that keeps you guessing, this is your chance to hear directly from the authors about their craft, their process, and what draws them to the dark … Continue reading Come have Wine and Talk Books with authors, Sylvia Hubbard and Brandi Martin #suspense #detroit #michlit #syllit #313lit 📚💜😈

#PermaFree Diamonds In The Rough – Heart of Detroit #Standalone #romancesuspense #sylLit #freebie

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Uncategorized

A story of chances, stealing, and love inside a city & man where all hope is gone. Can one woman change his destiny? Or will loneliness take over and leave him hopeless? Amazon | Smashwords | B&N | Kobo | iBooks|  Bookbub | Goodreads Buy directly from author Diamond in the Rough is a little known book I wrote for the Heart … Continue reading #PermaFree Diamonds In The Rough – Heart of Detroit #Standalone #romancesuspense #sylLit #freebie

I’ve joined #NoirPages 📚 Come support other authors and me for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy.

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

About this new platform: Noir Pages features clean, elegant minimalist branding centered around its identity as a reading app for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy. I'm going to be adding an exclusive addendum book by this Christmas. I'm serializing from Her Substitute Husband... His Boss... Dylan's continuation story. So be on the lookout But right … Continue reading I’ve joined #NoirPages 📚 Come support other authors and me for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy.

Nothing good can come from lusting after another man’s wife. 🔥🍂🖤 #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Free Read

Reading Season in full effect| 💜🔥 He knew that. He did it anyway. And you are going to understand exactly why. 😏 September has that energy, doesn't it? The air getting cooler. The nights getting longer. Everything slowing down just enough for you to feel things you've been too busy to feel. That's the … Continue reading Nothing good can come from lusting after another man’s wife. 🔥🍂🖤 #syllit

😈Unpopular Opinion: Dark romance doesn’t need a content warning. Life doesn’t come with one either. #syllit #hubbooks

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Deep Thoughts/Opinion

In my new series going into October, I want to discuss unpopular opinions I've had about my literary life. I've made them into 3rd person, because I felt perhaps this is a lot of general opinions other than just mine. I like to say the things other people are afraid to speak about but these … Continue reading 😈Unpopular Opinion: Dark romance doesn’t need a content warning. Life doesn’t come with one either. #syllit #hubbooks

My books are live on @noirpagesapp — a reading platform built exclusively for Black-authored romance with Black FMCs always.💜😉👋🏾

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

About this new platform: Noir Pages features clean, elegant, minimalist branding centered around its identity as a reading app for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy. Click here to join, then find me in the search. Don't forget to follow to get what I'm dropping next, and then support the hundreds of other authors on the platform … Continue reading My books are live on @noirpagesapp — a reading platform built exclusively for Black-authored romance with Black FMCs always.💜😉👋🏾

Upcoming events you should find @SylviaHubbard1 – Save the dates July – Sept #syllit #motownwriters #michlit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

See Events Page | See Books by this author | Buy Directly From Author August 2026 August 26, 2026 – Westgate Branch of the Ann Arbor District Library-  Workshop | Weaving Romance Around Suspense – ADD TO CALENDER September 2026 September 11, 2026 – Authors at ArtWalk is an evening of books, creativity, and local talent during Flint’s monthly ArtWalk. 6 … Continue reading Upcoming events you should find @SylviaHubbard1 – Save the dates July – Sept #syllit #motownwriters #michlit

Don’t feel like writing✍🏾… What I do and want to know: What do you do? #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Deep Thoughts/Opinion

Of course, there are the usual things, like listening to music, taking walks, and reading for research or enjoyment. I give myself time to heal after personal moments in my life, and I also make sure I make time to relax, sleep, or even find adventure with the hubster. Things I do when I don't … Continue reading Don’t feel like writing✍🏾… What I do and want to know: What do you do? #syllit

Open book beside wine, candle, knife, dried flowers, and rose petals

She prepared for the perfect life. Nothing could prepare her for HIM. 😈🍂🖤

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Free Read

Back to Reading Season | 💜🔥 September means back to routines, back to schedules, back to responsibilities — and back to sneaking in chapters whenever nobody's looking. 🍂😂 I see you. And I have exactly what you need. Innocent Vengeance is the kind of story that makes your commute disappear. The kind that makes … Continue reading She prepared for the perfect life. Nothing could prepare her for HIM. 😈🍂🖤

#sexysaturday with Two Ways to Pleasure 👅💜😈 #amediting #syllit #readromance

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, Two Ways To Pleasure

Happy Saturday Currently working on editing this book, and I just wanted to share this powerful passage to wake you up. READ ENTIRE BOOK | SEE ALL BOOKS | SHOP DIRECTLY FROM AUTHOR EXCERPT FROM CHAPTER 21 “It’s going to be fine,” he assured her. Why did everything really sound like it was going … Continue reading #sexysaturday with Two Ways to Pleasure 👅💜😈 #amediting #syllit #readromance

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 45 – The Joining of the Future Mrs. Parson #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story

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September is here. The air is shifting. Your TBR is calling. And I have something for you. 🍂🖤

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Free Read

The Taste Test 👅— Welcome to 💜🔥 You've been meaning to try a new author. You've been seeing pop up on your timeline. You've been curious. Well, today's the day. And it won't cost you a thing. Diamond in the Rough is a Detroit-born novella that is your door into my entire literary … Continue reading September is here. The air is shifting. Your TBR is calling. And I have something for you. 🍂🖤

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 44 – Irresistible Yearning #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story

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I’ve joined #NoirPages 📚 Come support other authors and me for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy.

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

About this new platform: Noir Pages features clean, elegant minimalist branding centered around its identity as a reading app for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy. I'm going to be adding an exclusive addendum book by this Christmas. I'm serializing from Her Substitute Husband... His Boss... Dylan's continuation story. So be on the lookout But right … Continue reading I’ve joined #NoirPages 📚 Come support other authors and me for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy.

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 43 – Boundaries and Betrayals #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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Dark Romance and Suspense Author, Sylvia Hubbard will be attending the Holland Literary Festival 📖💜🙆🏾‍♀️ Sept12th #supportlocal #michlit #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Events

Join the Holland Literary Festival September 12, 2026 from 11am to 5pm for a day of book signings, panels, readings, food trucks, and music. What authors will be there? They'll have 75 authors in attendance for you to meet and find your next favorite book! You can peruse the attending authors and their books here. I … Continue reading Dark Romance and Suspense Author, Sylvia Hubbard will be attending the Holland Literary Festival 📖💜🙆🏾‍♀️ Sept12th #supportlocal #michlit #syllit

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 42 – Legacies of the Heart #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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Save the date for the EyeCU Reading Experience in Detroit! #bookevent August 21, 2027 #brae

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, Events

Save the date for this 2nd Annual event. The first one was amazing, and I have no doubt the second one will blow it out of the park! REGISTER NOW | MORE INFORMATION Join us for a celebration of authors, readers, and all things books! It's gonna be a whole vibe..Energy, community, and unforgettable moments! … Continue reading Save the date for the EyeCU Reading Experience in Detroit! #bookevent August 21, 2027 #brae

I joined Noir Pages because I wanted my books in a space built specifically for Black authors & Black FMCs. My books are there now — He Touched Me and more. Check it out at @noirpagesapp💕💜

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

Join Now at https://noirpages.com/ About this new platform: Noir Pages features clean, elegant, minimalist branding centered around its identity as a reading app for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy. Click here to join, then find me in the search. Don't forget to follow to get what I'm dropping next, and then support the hundreds of other … Continue reading I joined Noir Pages because I wanted my books in a space built specifically for Black authors & Black FMCs. My books are there now — He Touched Me and more. Check it out at @noirpagesapp💕💜

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 41 – Breaking the Cycle #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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Updates on Membership,🙆🏾‍♀️ Serials/Episodic Live Stories 📖✍🏾& More on #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

Join Membership | Current Live Story | See books | Buy Directly From Author It's been a while since I've posted an update like this. And I should be doing this at least every six months, but it's been a year. Online and offline. Let's start with the membership. It dropped, but that's because I … Continue reading Updates on Membership,🙆🏾‍♀️ Serials/Episodic Live Stories 📖✍🏾& More on #syllit

#SylLit Audiobooks available on Spotify 🎧

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in audiobook

See Spotify catalog Check out audio available directly from the author - look for books with 🎧 Finally - slowly but surely, author Sylvia Hubbard is making her audiobooks for wide distribution. Since she runs this machine by herself (along with her handy-dandy husband), she's uploading the books by herself. Take a listen and let us know … Continue reading #SylLit Audiobooks available on Spotify 🎧

Join author, Sylvia Hubbard at Flint ArtWalk #michlit #syllit #authorevent Sept11th 2026

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in event

Authors at ArtWalk is an evening of books, creativity, and local talent during Flint’s monthly ArtWalk. When: Friday, September 11, 20266:00–9:00 PM Where: Shops on Saginaw601 S. Saginaw StFlint, MI 48502 About ArtWalk: Flint ArtWalk is a collaborative event featuring downtown businesses and cultural organizations within Flint’s Downtown Entertainment District. It takes place on the … Continue reading Join author, Sylvia Hubbard at Flint ArtWalk #michlit #syllit #authorevent Sept11th 2026

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 40 – Unveiling the Past: Forgiveness or Farewell #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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FREE on Kindle Unlimited. Last chance to make August count.*🔗 Link in bio. 👑 #SylLit #ravenous #KindleUnlimited #DarkRomance

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Ravenous

August is almost over. Did you read something that stayed with you?*If not — Dorian and Chon have something to say about that. 🖤* — enemies to lovers, bully romance, dark suspense. Get Book - Start Reading | See Book Page | Other Books by Author is FREE through Kindle Unlimited right now … Continue reading FREE on Kindle Unlimited. Last chance to make August count.*🔗 Link in bio. 👑 #SylLit #ravenous #KindleUnlimited #DarkRomance

Free to start. Impossible to stop. 🔗 Link in bio. 👑 #SylLit #KindleUnlimited #DarkRomance #MorallyGray

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Ravenous

 Reader quote repost: "I can not wait to finish this book! OMG yes!" — A SneakReader on Ravenous That's the energy. That's every Tuesday. 👑 Get Book - Start Reading | See Book Page | Other Books by Author is FREE through Kindle Unlimited right now — and it will not be safe. 👑 … Continue reading Free to start. Impossible to stop. 🔗 Link in bio. 👑 #SylLit #KindleUnlimited #DarkRomance #MorallyGray

Start reading FREE right now on Kindle Unlimited 💜🔥— link in bio. #Ravenous #SylLit #DarkRomance #ReaderReview

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Ravenous

 Alright, algorithm — bring me the readers who think they can handle a twisted billionaire and his very specific four-step plan. 😏 is on Kindle Unlimited. Get Book - Start Reading | See Book Page | Other Books by Author is FREE through Kindle Unlimited right now — and it will not be … Continue reading Start reading FREE right now on Kindle Unlimited 💜🔥— link in bio. #Ravenous #SylLit #DarkRomance #ReaderReview

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 39 – Temptation In the Office #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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Chon is the kind of woman who has a plan for everything… Except him 😈#ravenous #kindleunlimited #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Ravenous

"POV: You took the job not knowing the job was you. 😈 That's Chon. That's Dorian. That's .* FREE on Kindle Unlimited — one click and your peace is gone. Get Book - Start Reading | See Book Page | Other Books by Author is FREE through Kindle Unlimited right now — and it … Continue reading Chon is the kind of woman who has a plan for everything… Except him 😈#ravenous #kindleunlimited #syllit

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 38 – Hearts on the Line #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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You’ve been warned. 🖤 #SylLit #KindleUnlimited #ForbiddenRomance #Ravenous

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Ravenous

— the enemies-to-lovers dark romance that will ruin your whole week in the best way. 🖤 Reading FREE on Kindle Unlimited.* Drop a 🔥 if you love an ambitious woman who meets her match. Get Book - Start Reading | See Book Page | Other Books by Author is FREE through Kindle Unlimited … Continue reading You’ve been warned. 🖤 #SylLit #KindleUnlimited #ForbiddenRomance #Ravenous

Are you ready to learn to weave romance around suspense? #workshop #authorevent #michlit #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in event, Events

Weaving Romance Around Suspense shows writers how to create compelling, page-turning stories without relying on constant violence. In this interactive workshop, author Sylvia Hubbard introduces the basics of fiction writing, explores how suspense techniques and romance story beats work together, and breaks down the ingredients of effective plot twists. You'll learn how tension, emotion, and … Continue reading Are you ready to learn to weave romance around suspense? #workshop #authorevent #michlit #syllit

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 37 – Unraveling Loyalties #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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Upcoming events you should find @SylviaHubbard1 – Save the dates July – Sept #syllit #motownwriters #michlit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

See Events Page | See Books by this author | Buy Directly From Author August 2026 August 26, 2026 – Westgate Branch of the Ann Arbor District Library-  Workshop | Weaving Romance Around Suspense – ADD TO CALENDER September 2026 September 11, 2026 – Authors at ArtWalk is an evening of books, creativity, and local talent during Flint’s monthly ArtWalk. 6 … Continue reading Upcoming events you should find @SylviaHubbard1 – Save the dates July – Sept #syllit #motownwriters #michlit

My books are live on @noirpagesapp — a reading platform built exclusively for Black-authored romance with Black FMCs always.💜😉👋🏾

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books

About this new platform: Noir Pages features clean, elegant, minimalist branding centered around its identity as a reading app for Black-authored romance, romantasy, and fantasy. Click here to join, then find me in the search. Don't forget to follow to get what I'm dropping next, and then support the hundreds of other authors on the platform … Continue reading My books are live on @noirpagesapp — a reading platform built exclusively for Black-authored romance with Black FMCs always.💜😉👋🏾

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 36 – Blocked, Exposed, and Commando #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Books, His Substitute Wife... My Best Friend, Live story

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Dorian’s not just broken — he’s dark, dirty, and ready to devour #ravenous #kindleunlimited #syllit

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in Ravenous

Let me tell you about Dorian Zane. He has a four-step plan. 😈* Step one: Obsession.* Step two: Control.* Step three: — well. You'll have to read it.* Step four: She never leaves.* Is he a villain? You decide. He's FREE on Kindle Unlimited. Get Book - Start Reading | See Book Page | Other … Continue reading Dorian’s not just broken — he’s dark, dirty, and ready to devour #ravenous #kindleunlimited #syllit

Join me as I’m reppin’ Motown Writers Network and other local authors as we sell our wares. #syllit #authorevent Aug20th 3pm to 8pm Dodge Park Thursdays in Sterling Heights #MichLit Support Local

by @SylviaHubbard1, posted in event, Event Announcements, Events

I'll be vending at Dodge Park Thursday at the Sterling Heights Library August 20th from 3pm to 8pm. You'll see me with all the purple and ask me for a reading treat while supplies last. Subscribe for more event updates

Protected: His Substitute Wife – 🫂My Best Friend 💜- Chapter 35 – Tangled in Nirvana Bliss #serial #livestorytelling #syllit 📝

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