Can you recommend a few best selling African American romance novels for beginners?

Sure. 'The Vow' by Denene Millner and Nick Chiles is a good start. It has a simple yet engaging love story that's easy to follow. The characters are relatable, which makes it a great choice for those new to African American romance novels.

I would recommend 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker. It's a classic that has a strong element of love within its story of a young African American girl's journey through life. The love she experiences, both the good and the bad, is a central part of the story and is written in a way that is accessible for new readers to the genre.

A good beginner - friendly novel is 'Native Son' by Richard Wright. It shows the life of a young African American man in Chicago and the struggles he faces due to poverty and racial discrimination. The story is quite vivid and can give new readers a good understanding of the African American experience in the city.

Sure. 'The Color Purple' is a best - selling African American novel. It's significant because it gives voice to the silenced and oppressed African - American women. It shows their strength in the face of abuse and discrimination. Another one is 'Beloved'. It's important as it deals with the trauma of slavery in a very profound way. The story of Sethe and her daughter Beloved makes readers understand the long - lasting impact of slavery on the African - American psyche.

Another good one is 'Red, White & Royal Blue' by Casey McQuiston. It's a fun and romantic read with a unique premise of a relationship between a prince and a young man in the United States. The story is full of humor and heartwarming moments, making it accessible for beginners in the contemporary romance genre.

Sure. 'The Billionaire's Unexpected Baby' is a great start. It has a simple and engaging plot about a billionaire and an unexpected pregnancy. 'Accidentally on Purpose' is also good. It's easy to follow and has a charming billionaire character. Another one is 'The Billionaire's Secret' which is not too complex and has a sweet love story.

Sure. 'The Hating Game' by Sally Thorne is a great start. It has a light - hearted romance between two coworkers who seem to hate each other at first, but there's also a bit of mystery in their pasts and how they'll end up together.

If you're a beginner, you might like 'Gone with the Wind'. It has a big, sweeping love story set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. 'Persuasion' is also a lovely choice. The love story in it is very relatable and it gives a good sense of the Georgian era. Also, 'The Time Traveler's Wife' is quite accessible. It has a unique take on love with the time - travel element.

'Zuri Day's books are also a good start. Her novels often have engaging storylines with African American protagonists in contemporary romance settings. They are full of heartwarming love stories and relatable characters that can draw in new readers to the world of African American romance novels.

Another option is 'Grace and Love'. This novel focuses on the relationship between a young African American woman and a man as they navigate their feelings in a church - centered community. It gently introduces the elements of Christian romance in the African American context without being too complex for new readers.