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Debut Author of African American Paranormal Romance

Torin and Nala: A Love Written in Fate Fifteen y

Torin and Nala: A Love Written in Fate

Fifteen years ago, fate tore them apart—Torin to build his dream of a diverse supernatural pack, and Nala to learn control over her unpredictable lion. Now, Torin is ready to bring his fated mate home. But Nala, believing she was rejected, has spent years among the lions who never fully accepted her.

When their mate bond flares stronger than ever, Nala must choose: the pride that raised her or the destiny that ties her to Torin.

But their love faces more than just emotional battles. Old rivalries and rising tensions threaten to destroy everything they’ve fought for. Can their bond bridge two worlds and survive the forces determined to keep them apart?

Live and ready to read on Amazon! I’m truly going to miss this series!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJ2SD22W

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Ready for the final book in the Fated Mates series

Ready for the final book in the Fated Mates series? Let’s go!

Torin and Nala: A Love Written in Fate

Fifteen years ago, Torin and Nala were torn apart—him to build his dream of a diverse supernatural pack, and her to learn control over her unpredictable lion. Now, Torin is ready to bring his fated mate home, but Nala, believing she was rejected, has built a life among lions who never truly accepted her.

As their mate bond reignites, old rivalries and rising tensions threaten everything they’ve fought for. Can their love bridge two worlds?

I’m going to miss this series. I hope you enjoy Nala and Torin’s love story.

Download now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJ2SD22W

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✨ GIVEAWAY TIME! ✨ I haven’t done one of t

✨ GIVEAWAY TIME! ✨

I haven’t done one of these in a while, and since this is the final book of the Fated Mates Series, we’re closing out with a bang! 🎉

📚 Two winners will get their choice of an ebook or paperback copy of my upcoming release: Freeing Nala!

### How to Enter
1️⃣ Like this post ❤️
2️⃣ Drop a comment below 💬

That’s it! I’ll be choosing the winners Thursday night.

Thank you for all your love and support throughout this series. Happy reading, and good luck! 🖤

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Ready for Nala and Torin’s love story? It’s th

Ready for Nala and Torin’s love story? It’s the perfect ending to the Fated Mates series, with Nala and Torin all grown up. The two orphan shifters from Claiming Gabriel are navigating life at Wintermoon as adults and finding their way. Torin’s now the alpha of the House of Boker, and he’s reconnecting with his fated mate, Nala—a lion shifter and Luna of his new pack. Together, they’ll face new challenges, guide the next generation, and build a world just for them.

Freeing Nala drops on July 18, and Patreon subscribers will get it a day or two early!

Preorder: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F63PHCYN

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Meet Bobby: lieutenant of the Medina Shadow Coven

Meet Bobby: lieutenant of the Medina Shadow Coven and the new CEO of Medina Corp. Lately, he’s been feeling an unshakable pull toward Wintermoon—and when Kemnebi and Moria drop subtle hints about his fated mate, he can’t resist digging deeper.

His obsession with Nicole grows stronger, leading him to stalk her relentlessly—showing up everywhere, even in her bedroom while she sleeps. The undeniable mate bond takes over, and when his dead heart starts beating for her, Bobby begins to lose his grip on reality.

But winning Nicole’s heart won’t be easy. She’s not one to fall so easily, but Bobby is willing to do whatever it takes—even if it means ☠️ the mean who hurt her .

Catch Bobby in Craving Carla, now live on Amazon, and follow along as I write Bobby and Nicole’s intense, dark love story on Patreon. 🖤

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Happy reading! 🧛🏾‍♂️💕

She can’t run from Fate... or the dragon stalkin

She can’t run from Fate... or the dragon stalking his obsession.

“Stalking Lauren” by Tessa Stone is a steamy, fated mates paranormal romance that will leave you breathless. Dive into a world where destiny, dragons, and desire collide.

Narrated by Myles Washington & Alyx Monroe
FREE on Audible Premium Plus for 3 months! Offer ends July 31, 2025.

Listen now and let the obsession begin: https://www.audible.com/pd/Stalking-Lauren-Audiobook/B0FFCXVLBF

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Back to the grind! 🖤 I had to push back Freeing

Back to the grind! 🖤 I had to push back Freeing Nala for a couple of weeks because I twisted my ankle falling down the stairs 😅. But I’m feeling better now and back in my writing cave 🖋️✨.

The new release date is July 18—and this is a firm date! After that, my collab book drops the following week. Plus, I’ve got a signing event at the end of August and back-to-school madness with my daughters. So, there won’t be any new releases until early September.

Even though August will be a bit quiet, I’ll still be on Patreon posting chapters from my two WIPs (works in progress). 📚👀

It’s bittersweet, but we’re about to close out the Fated Mates series 🐺🦁. I’ll miss it, but I’m so ready to dive into Wintermoon Academy! And in 2026, we’re moving to a whole new universe—I can’t wait to start dropping hints 👀✨.

Okay, I’m out! Thank you so much for your support. Get ready, because Freeing Nala is dropping soon!

📖 Preorder now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F63PHCYN

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Happy July! I’m thrilled to share that I have

Happy July!

I’m thrilled to share that I have two exciting releases this month.

First up is Freeing Nala, the final book in the Fated Mates series.
Then, to close out the month, we’re kicking off Season Two of my collab project with authors Melody Lynch and Elle Madearis.

Here’s a sneak peek at the map of the world we’ve created. And guess who’s hiring again? Yep, Stanley’s Diner! Poor Andy just can’t seem to keep employees—that “Help Wanted” sign never comes down.

Bound to the Rogue Shifter releases on July 25th. You’ll meet Marcus, a human, paired with Nyra, a stunning but fierce wolf shifter who’s sure to keep him on his toes.

Happy reading, and thank you for your support!

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This scene in Craving Carla is everything! Amari s

This scene in Craving Carla is everything! Amari says, “Do it for Daddy,” and Tofi cuts Carla down from her webbed bed. 😂😂😂 Oh, Tofi… such a daddy’s girl and a traitor!

Exciting news: Craving Carla is coming to audio soon, thanks to Podium Entertainment! 🎧

Huge thanks to my amazing artist for bringing this moment to life. 😍

Meanwhile, I’m in my writing cave, working on Freeing Nala to get it ready for publishing. Stay tuned!

Happy reading, everyone! ❤️

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Happy Sunday, everyone! 🎉 An odd day for a bo

Happy Sunday, everyone! 🎉

An odd day for a book release, I know, but… Amazon didn’t push it through review until now. A release day is a release day, so Happy Release Day! 🥳📚

I’ve got two editions for you:
📖 1️⃣ Redeeming Nia as an individual book.
📖 2️⃣ A bundle of Forgiving Levi and Redeeming Nia combined into one book.

📢 Important Reminder: If you already own Forgiving Levi, you don’t need to buy the bundle (Wintermoon Tales), or you’ll end up with duplicates.

The paperback version of the bundle is still under review on Amazon. As soon as it goes live, I’ll make another post to let you all know! 📝

💬 Let’s talk about Redeeming Nia!

This book is pretty much the close-out of Forgiving Levi. Many of my Patrons told me it was an emotional read, and honestly, it was incredibly difficult for me to write. 🥲

Even if you still dislike Nia after reading Redeeming Nia, I hope you’ve found the closure you needed. Feel free to share your opinions about the characters here.

✨ Tagline: When the alpha’s mate walks away, the hunt for redemption begins.

Moving forward, I’m deep into Wintermoon Academy and not looking back! 😜 This is a Happy For Now ending. Nia, Levi, and Olivia will be actively working on their relationships within the pack. 🐺💖

📚 Links to buy:
Redeeming Nia
eBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FG1GG38F
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFYVC8FN

Bundle: Wintermoon Tales (Forgiving Levi + Redeeming Nia)
eBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFTNLPVP

Thank you all for your support! 🥰

Happy reading! 📖✨

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Stalking Lauren is now available for preorder on A

Stalking Lauren is now available for preorder on Audible, and so is Saving Jacob! Audiobook lovers, you’re getting two books this July! 🎧✨

Stalking Lauren:
https://www.audible.com/pd/B0FFCXVLBF

Saving Jacob:
https://www.audible.com/pd/Saving-Jacob-Audiobook/B0FF57CSRX

Thank you to the wonderful authors for bringing my characters to life.
@myleswashingtonspeaks

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✨ Beautiful Character Art Reveal! ✨ Here’s

✨ Beautiful Character Art Reveal! ✨

Here’s a stunning piece of Amari standing proudly with Tofi, his little “daddy’s girl.” 🖤

Tofi would do anything for Amari—yes, *anything*—including cutting her mother down from her webbed bed just so Daddy can have a word with her. 🕸️

“Do it for Daddy!” 😂

Don’t miss Craving Carla, the #1 Bestselling Black Vampire Romance on Amazon! 📖🩸

Read now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FD38KQ22

Thank you to my amazing artist for bringing these characters to life! 🎨✨

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Boy, this book really took so much out of me. I do

Boy, this book really took so much out of me. I don’t think I can write something like this again—I really struggled to finish it. But it’s done! I know a LOT of readers just needed a backstory for Nia, and it’s here. Honestly, this was the best I could come up with. She was never supposed to have a backstory, so I pulled from the small amount of notes I had to make it happen.

It’s done. I’m planning to release it sometime this weekend (between Thursday and Saturday, not sure just yet).

If you’re on Patreon, there are only three chapters left. Once I post them, I’ll start the final editing process and set a release date.

Coming soon!

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I’ve uploaded a free bonus scene for Craving Car

I’ve uploaded a free bonus scene for Craving Carla! You can download it now at http://tessastone.com/bonus-scenes.

Happy reading, and I hope you enjoy every moment!

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It’s time for the time jump! Nala and Torin are

It’s time for the time jump! Nala and Torin are all grown up and ready to start a pack of their own. But growing up as orphans in a world that thrives on community is difficult. Meekah from the House of Zorah has adopted Nala, but Torin spent his years alone at the academy, and the separation from finding his mate has been agonizing.

And now that Torin is old enough, he’s had enough of the separation. It’s time to claim his mate and free her from the shackles of Meekah’s reign.

Freeing Nala releases on June 30! The final book of the Fated Mates series. Preorder it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F63PHCYN

And don’t forget, Craving Carla is live! I just love Amari and Carla—they are the super couple of Wintermoon! Grab your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FD38KQ22

Happy reading! (Nala and Torin character art credit @_art_valery_ )

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He waited centuries to find her. Now he’ll do an

He waited centuries to find her. Now he’ll do anything to make her his.

“I know I’m not deserving of you or your love, Carla, but I will never give up on you. I’ll keep trying as long as I walk this earth.”

Carla is Wintermoon’s darkest secret—the Mother of Spiders, a witch whose extraordinary children protect the borders while she hides in plain sight. Feared and misunderstood, she’s resigned herself to eternal solitude.

Until Amari arrives.

Golden-eyed, impossibly arrogant, and undeniably captivating, this ancient vampire claims something impossible: that she’s his fated mate. But Carla can’t feel their bond, hidden behind a mysterious veil created by her spider children to protect her from heartbreak.

As radical humans threaten Wintermoon, Carla and Amari must work together against a growing danger. But the real battle is for her heart—can she trust this infuriating vampire who looks at her with wonder instead of fear? Or will opening herself to love be the greatest risk of all?

Craving Carla is available NOW on Kindle Unlimited!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FD38KQ22

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Craving Carla releases tomorrow! I’ll post an up

Craving Carla releases tomorrow! I’ll post an update once it’s live on Amazon. But it’s ready for download on Patreon for my Patrons.

Here’s some exclusive art of the lovely character duo and Carla’s children Moria and Kemnebi who are going to give you a laugh through the novel.

Happy reading and thank you all for the love and support!

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It’s time to meet the characters! 🩸 Amari A

It’s time to meet the characters!

🩸 Amari Al-Baqar: Witnessed the fall of his civilization—the Moors in Granada, Spain, 1492.
🩸 Damon: A former Roman soldier and Amari’s sire, who commanded him to never intervene in human affairs. It’s the law of the vampire: “To bind yourself to human affairs is to bind yourself to human suffering.”

🕷️ Carla: A Blackwood Witch, Queen of Spiders, Queen of Limbo, Guardian of Realms, and Queen of Medina Shadow.
🕷️ Tabatha: A Blackwood Witch who gave Carla her power and purpose.

Ready to dive into Craving Carla? It releases this Friday, June 13—just two days away! Get ready for darkness, bloodshed, and love like you’ve never seen before.

Let’s celebrate Black love in a paranormal way. 🖤🩸

Happy reading! 🕸️🩸🧛🏾‍♂️

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One thing Amari gonna do is piss Carla off 😂

One thing Amari gonna do is piss Carla off 😂

This beautiful vampire of the Medina Shadow Coven is caught in a tangled web of passion and confusion. He can’t understand the pull he feels toward Carla, yet he can’t stop yearning for her either. And there’s nothing quite like a vampire who’d commit a massacre in your honor. 🩸

Craving Carla releases in just FOUR DAYS—June 13!

Get ready for a seductive, blood-tingling journey that will leave you craving more.

Happy reading! 🩸🧛🏿‍♂️

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Get ready to meet Amari Al-Baqar, the irresistible

Get ready to meet Amari Al-Baqar, the irresistible Moorish vampire who’s about to steal your heart in Craving Carla!

Amari is a layered and magnetic character, a blend of admirable traits and flaws that make him utterly unforgettable:

The Good:
✅ Fiercely protective of those he loves
✅ Deeply committed to justice and fighting for what’s right
✅ Charismatic, confident, and undeniably captivating
✅ A devoted father figure to Carla’s spider children

The Bad:
❌ Struggles with the darkness of his vampire nature
❌ Haunted by the weight of his past
❌ Possessive and dominant tendencies
❌ Slow to trust, quick to anger
❌ Brutally honest and unapologetically blunt

Craving Carla is almost here! The final chapters will be posted today and tomorrow, leading up to the book’s official release on Friday, June 13th.

Prepare to be swept away by Amari and Carla’s sizzling chemistry and the emotional journey of two fated mates navigating their connection. Their story is packed with supernatural intrigue, shocking twists, and a love that defies all odds. And when it comes to protecting Carla and their unconventional family, Amari doesn’t hold back—he’s a force to be reckoned with.

This is a love story like no other—passionate, raw, and deeply moving. Don’t miss your chance to dive into this unforgettable tale of redemption, romance, and the unbreakable bonds of family.

Mark your calendars and get ready for Craving Carla!

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