What if every song could transport you to a different love story?

In Love in the Key of Black, Shanti Edwards celebrates the beauty, complexity, and joy of Black love through a collection of interconnected romantic stories inspired by music, memory, and culture. From the vibrant streets of New Orleans to the neighborhoods of Prince George's County and Philadelphia, each story explores the moments that shape our hearts-first loves, second chances, unexpected connections, and the courage it takes to choose love.

With unforgettable characters, rich cultural references, and a soundtrack woven throughout every page, this heartfelt collection reminds readers that love is not a destination but a rhythm-one that continues to play through every season of our lives.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Shanti Edwards is the winner of the 2025 Next Bestseller Book Competition in Maryland. A proud Prince George's County native, she is a romance author whose stories celebrate the warmth, rhythm, and depth of Black love. By day, she works as a lawyer, and by night, she writes heartfelt, emotionally rich romances for readers who believe that love can be layered, nonlinear, and deeply felt.

When she is not writing, Shanti enjoys salsa dancing, curating R&B playlists for loved ones, and analyzing reality television dating shows.

This version is stronger because it is specific to Shanti, highlights her Next Bestseller achievement, establishes her professional credibility, and gives readers a glimpse of her personality.