A.Powell

One thing about writing short stories, it DOES get personal. It does get deep. One thing about A.powells writing, it does get deep. It does get personal. I’ve been writing for decades. I’ve been reading the works of other authors. I’ve found my writing style.

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... Read moreAs someone passionate about writing and storytelling, I can relate to how crafting short stories often leads us to explore our inner selves and personal experiences. A.Powell’s approach to writing is a testament to this; their work resonates because it transcends mere fiction and touches real emotions and history, particularly reflecting on Black history and identity. What makes A.Powell’s writing compelling is the way each story dives deeply into personal and cultural topics, providing a meaningful connection for readers. From my own experience, when you write with authenticity and depth, your stories not only entertain but also educate and inspire reflection. In the context of Black History Month, such stories become even more significant as they illuminate histories and voices that are essential and often underrepresented. The mention of writing for decades suggests a seasoned perspective, one that has evolved through reading and learning from other authors. This continuous development of style is crucial in creating impactful work. If you’re someone who loves to read or write personal and heartfelt stories, exploring A.Powell’s works could offer both inspiration and a deeper appreciation for the power of narrative. Additionally, the passion for writing seen here aligns well with communities on platforms like Reddit, where discussions about literature and cultural expression thrive. Engaging with such communities can further enrich your writing journey. In summary, embracing personal depth in storytelling—as demonstrated by A.Powell—helps create work that is not only artistically valuable but culturally significant. For anyone interested in writing or reading meaningful short stories, this is a valuable example to consider.

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“Tina!” Audrey yelled, snapping her fingers in front of her friend. “How’s life?” All eyes shifted toward Tina. Tina glanced up from the drink in her hand before forcing a small smile. “Life is… life,” she answered quietly. Audrey frowned. “Girl, don’t give us that. You always sit there ac
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A.Powell’s Married Sistas
Audrey nearly choked on her drink. “The man?” she repeated. Tina shrugged innocently. “I mean… look at you.” The women glanced at Audrey. She was dressed in a tailored black suit, white button-up shirt, and tie. Her cornrows were freshly done, and her polished men’s dress shoes compl
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A.Powell’s Married Sistas
Audrey smirked and glanced down at the charcoal gray suit she was wearing. The crisp white button-up underneath was neatly pressed, and her tie sat perfectly against her collar. “What?” Audrey laughed. “Y’all acting like you’ve never seen me in a suit before.” “Not like this,” Tina said, poin
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The chatter at the table died down the moment Audrey stepped into the restaurant. She wasn’t alone. A tall woman walked beside her, dressed in a tailored black button-down with the sleeves rolled neatly to her elbows. Her locs were pulled back into a low ponytail, a simple gold band resting o
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By: A.Powell
Nasir stood in the doorway for a moment, his hand still resting on the knob. The laughter coming from the living room had reached him before he even walked inside. Reign sat comfortably on the couch in her pajamas, a glass of Roscato balanced in her hand while her friends occupied the rest of th
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Aaliyah knew Travis had children with other women. She had known it for years. What she couldn’t understand was how some of them seemed to settle into the chaos after a while. At first, there had been tears, shouting matches, ultimatums, and promises to leave. They hadn’t signed up to be sister
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Heyyyyy My Name is A.Powell ✨
Well heyyyy !! I know yall have seen my face but it’s rare due to the HIGH VOLUME OF STORIES. but heyyyyy everyone. I am super glad yall have been enjoying and commenting on the short stories !! Any questions yall have, leave any comments and questions 👀👀🙌🏾 #apowellbooks #redditstories #
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Urban Novels By A.Powell
I absolutely LOVE writing urban novels. First and foremost yall engage with it and it makes sense to. For the simple fact, it can be relatable in a lot of people’s cases. We can always LOVE a good hood and ratchet storyline! I have a new short series on doctor drama! It’s called CODE BLUE SECRE
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The police officer listened carefully as the three women stood in the hallway outside Tina’s hospital room. Sapphire’s eyes were swollen from crying. “So respectfully, my friend is in the hospital due to her abusive husband!” Sapphire cried. “Every single time she covered for him. Every bruis
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A.Powell’s Married Sistas
Sapphire blinked at Audrey from across the retreat cabin, the wine glass in her hand frozen halfway to her lips. “Hold up,” Sapphire said slowly, narrowing her eyes. “I’ve known you for years, and not once have I seen you bring a man around. Not one boyfriend. Not one ex. Nothing.” Lola sat u
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Tina froze. Under the dim streetlights, the side of her face told the whole story before her mouth ever could. A purple bruise stretched from the corner of her eye down toward her cheekbone. Her lip looked slightly busted too, hidden under layers of gloss that fooled nobody now. Lola’s excite
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By : A.Powell
⸻ The gunshot cracked through the air like thunder. For half a second, Janelle didn’t understand what had happened. Then she saw Amara’s body jerk. Blood bloomed across her shirt. “No—” Janelle’s heart dropped so violently it felt like it shattered inside her chest. A sharp, hollo
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“Girl, you need to stop,” Tina laughed, nearly spilling her drink. “You been single so long you probably forgot how to flirt.” “I know how to flirt,” Sapphire defended dramatically. “I just choose peace. Every time I entertain somebody, they come with trauma, three baby mamas, or a ‘lemme hold s
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A.Powell Typical Author Questions
1. What is the difference between an indie author & signing to a publishing company? It’s both pros/ cons to both. From someone who is an independent author, I do everything down to promotion & reaching out to local bookstores whereas being signed to a publishing company, they do that f
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Priest’s jaw tightened so fast, Peaches caught it before he could smooth it over. The girl stood near the entrance like she belonged there—dark red lips, body-hugging black dress, eyes locked on Priest like she had unfinished business. She wasn’t one of the dancers. Peaches could tell that much
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A.Powell 🌸
Hey hey hey! 👋🏾 For those that are new to my page, my name is A.Powell. I do go by Mae Powell. I know yall have been enjoying my short stories and short series so have I. I love writing for yall. I didn’t even know I’d have such an audience for the kinda stories I write. I love yall wholehearted
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A.Powell Book Series
IN OCTOBER, IT WILL MAKE 6 YRS SINCE I HAVE BEEN AN INDEPENDENT AUTHOR.. THIS IS SUCH A BLESSING & GOD’S WORK. 🙌🏾🥹THEN FOR MY BOOKS TO BE HITTING SCHOOLS. 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥹🥹🥹 ISSA MUST TO CELEBRATE. #apowellbooks #goodreads #authorsoflemon8 #writersoflemon8 #writersoflemon
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By: A.Powell
Pastor Travis didn’t speak anymore. Not a single word. The congregation that had lingered in the parking lot watched as he adjusted his suit jacket, slipped into his worn Honda Civic, and shut the driver’s side door. The engine started with a low hum. “Pastor Travis!” Ashley screamed, tears s
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Love Was Never In The Contract A Novel By A.Powell
Where did this idea come from? My ideas come from daydreaming. Hearing other stories from people. Etc. I love action. Romance. Action packed books. 📚 💕 #romancebooks #apowellbooks #apowellbooks #redditstories #kindlegirlie
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His Street$, Not Mine by A.Powell
This’ll be released next year, December 2027 ! HARD COPIES OF THIS BOOK WILL BE OUT NEXT YEAR. I AM HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE THAT! ✨👏🏾 #apowellbooks #reddit #redditstories #redditstories #apowellbooks
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By: A.Powell
Lashae stood by the floor-to-ceiling window with her arms folded tightly across her chest, staring out at the city lights that blinked endlessly beneath the penthouse. The rain tapped softly against the glass, creating a quiet rhythm that somehow made the silence in the apartment feel even louder.
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By: A. Powell Part 7
Amara had just sat down at her desk when her supervisor tapped lightly on the cubicle wall. “Can we talk?” Her stomach sank. The tone wasn’t angry—just… cautious. She followed him into the small glass office, and he closed the door. He sighed. “I got a concerning call about you this morni
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His Streets, Not MineBy: A.Powell
I hope yall are ready for this book. 📕 yall asked. It just may be out sooner than expected. 🙌🏾🥹 THANK YOU TO THOSE THAT BEEEENNNN SUPPORTIVE. I LOVE YALL. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🥹 #apowellbooks #goodreads #reddit #redditstories #booksoflemon8
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A Novel By: A.Powell
Love Was Never in the Contract Book Summary ✨ Denisha Williams, better known as Peaches, has spent years surviving by her own rules. As one of the top dancers at Blue Hill Lounge, she knows exactly how the game works: entertain, get paid, and never mix business with emotions. Then she catc
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A.Powells Married sistas
#lemon8challenge #lemon8badgehunt #apowellbooks #reddit stories Lola didn’t even wait for the elevator doors to fully close before she started pressing the button repeatedly, her foot tapping anxiously against the tile floor. Tina stood beside her, watching Lola unravel in real time—her
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A.Powell’s Married Sistas
#lemon8challenge #lemon8badgehunt #apowellbooks #redditstories #reddit Audrey smirked as the call ended, already knowing the energy was about to be right. She tossed her phone on the bed and started getting dressed, moving with purpose. “Oh yeah… tonight about to be messy,” she mutt
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A.Powell Books✨
#apowellbooks #authorsoflemon8 #authors #books 🫶🏼 #lemon8bookclub Ive been a guest speaker at numerous schools including the ones I have gone to. It’s always a nervous wreck due to my social anxiety but other than that, I was able to push through it and speak my peace and speak on my
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By: A.Powell
Nasir’s jaw tightened as he stepped closer to the bar. The music thumped through the club, but the tension between them drowned everything else out. The bartender looked between the two of them and slowly backed away. “Y’all got it,” he muttered, taking a few steps down the counter. Reign
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By: A.Powell
The city lights were glittering beneath them like spilled diamonds. Lyrica’s fingers were gripping the headset tighter than she meant to. The helicopter blades chopped through the air, loud and steady, but her stomach wasn’t settling. “I don’t even care for heights,” Lyrica said, her voice te
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Love Was Never In The Contract Novel By A.Powell
Reminder !! REMINDER !! REMINDER !! ✨ This is my next baby that’ll be published !! I cannot wait until this book is published. I LOVE the fact that yall made it yall business to push for this book to be a physical copy! Yall better purchase the book once it is published. This book is a MUST READ
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Ask me some questions in regards to the books I’ve written…. I’ll wait for another time to answer personal questions. Make them unique. ✨👀 im looking to see what yall come up with … #questions #questionsforher #authorsoflemon8 #apowellbooks
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His Streets,Not Mine By: A.Powell
Priest stared at his phone so hard his vision started to blur. Call failed. Again. Call failed. Again. His jaw clenched so tight it hurt. “Pick up the fucking phone, Peaches…” he muttered, already pacing across the suite. He hit her location again. Unknown. That made his stomac
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A.Powell turned lemon8 into wattpad
I felt the need to do so! I feel like as an independent author who doesn’t get too much spotlight anyway because of the simple fact of me being an independent author, it makes sense. Everyone’s always talking and trying to be funny. 🤣🤣🤣 & truthfully yall are getting laughed at. Why are you co
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A.Powell’s Married Sistas Series!
#lemon8challenge #lemon8badgehunt #apowellbooks #reddit #apowellbooks The café noise faded into a dull hum as Tina stirred her drink, watching Lola scroll through her phone like she was half-listening and half somewhere else. “You ever feel like marriage is just… work you don’t clo
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A.Powell Becomes a Brand
As of 2026 ….. A.powell will be a clothing brand. This’ll be named after my grandmother who I was named after. 🙌🏾🏵️ she meant soooooo much to me. My favorite memory of her was when she always had food at her house and she made it known where nobody was going to starve and we always went sh
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A NOVEL BY A.POWELL
My editor and I spoke on changing the title name. But the storyline is intriguing as she said. One thing my editor gonna do is keep it real! Hence why i have been rocking with her since my first book. She has been doing my childrens book as well as all the others. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾 Not to mention, she
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