Stand By Me

Acclaimed inspirational African American romance author Pat Simmons brings you a love story filled to the brim with everything you're looking for:

Emotional, poignant fiction that explores what it means to take care of family

Christian romance that delves into the connection between two people

An uplifting story about embracing love and giving others—and yourself—one more chance

When it comes to being a caregiver, Kym Knicely has been there and done that. Then she meets Charles "Chaz" Banks and soon learns that every caregiving situation is different. Chaz takes care of his seven-year-old autistic granddaughter, Chauncy. Although Kym's attraction to Chaz is strong, she has to decide whether a romantic relationship can survive and thrive between two people at different stages in life. It's a journey with a different set of rules that Kym has to play by if she and Chaz are to have their happily ever after and the faith and family they envision.