Sleepless in Altan

by Jamiya T.

As Zora arrives in Altan for a work trip, the only thing on her mind was exactly what she was there for–work. After all of her meetings are canceled due to a family scandal, Zora is left alone in an unknown city with a return flight scheduled for four days later. At the advice of her brother, Zora decides to use her time for fun, turning work into a vacation.

Miles has been in Altan his whole life, born and raised. As a renowned photographer, it’s rare that he met out of towners that caught and kept his interest. A workaholic in his own right, his friends have urged him to live more than he’s been living because he's only getting older.

While out for coffee, Miles runs into Zora–literally–and offers to pay her back for messing up the start of her day. A chance encounter and a spilled hot beverage will carry these two strangers on a journey that exceeds forever in only four days.

Genres: Romance

116 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 21, 2024

About the author

Since the age of 11, Jamiya has always loved the art of writing. Growing up with a love for reading and learning in school, she developed the passion and drive to start writing her own stories. From short stories to full length novels, poems, and even a movie script once before she put forth much effort to pursue a career in writing. Jamiya enjoys writing stories centered about Black love, Black experiences, and all things with Black characters as the center. She loves to create complex stories that pull on the heart strings and can open up peoples minds to new things. When she's not writing, you can find her occupied in a good book or watching a three hour long movie that has her full attention.

To connect with Jamiya, you can find her on the social media platforms Instagram, Threads, and TikTok @jamiyathewriter.

Reviews

[Britt]

My Goodness

Talk about warm and cozy and all of the feels. This was such a beautiful love story, although short somehow it didn’t feel fast paced. Everything about Zora and Miles interactions just felt right I loved this. It was so sweet and heartfelt wow.

[NubianJoí]

Unforgettable

First impressions are lasting impressions, even the awkward clumsy embarrassing ones🤭😬☺️‼️ “Sleepless in Altan” was my first read by this Author and it was fantastic! I enjoyed both Zora & Miles characters and their four day condensed Altan romance to a HEA! …food, friends, funnel cake & the fair …simply unforgettable 🥰‼️

[Toya Davis-Stokley]

Sweet instalove story.

[Myoshia A]

Great palette cleanser.

Even though this was a novella I finished it feeling very full. Miles & Zora fall into a whirlwind romance … emotional goodbyes & heartfelt hellos.

Read it!

[Arianna]

Short & Sweet

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½

• Novella
• Strangers to Lovers
• Cinnamon Roll MMC
• Insta-Love

This was really short and sweet, with a nice balance of spice and romance. The connection between Miles and Zora was beautiful and well written. I’m usually not a fan of the insta-love trope, but this one was nicely well — the balance and pacing felt right. If you’re in the mood for a short, sweet love story, I’d definitely recommend it!

[Danielle Wilson]

Sleepless in Altan was a quick read, but every page radiated love you could truly feel. I loved how it captured the beauty of letting go, trusting the journey, and allowing love to unfold naturally. It’s the kind of story that reminds you sometimes the best things happen when you stop overthinking and just follow your heart.

[Samantha Earle]

“He won me a bear as promised, one that took up the whole backseat of his car. We decided to name him Theo and Miles officially declared he was our “son”.

A pure fall in love fast and forever novella. With a ‘Love Jones, The Photograph & Really Love’ vibe. Alongside, a soft jazz and R&B soundtrack in the background to match. 🥰

[denise j. patrick]

"Come, Sunshine. Let's Fall in Love"

A quick read about instant connection. Zora and Miles found out in a weekend in Altan that they were made for each other. Their connection allowed trust and vulnerability to feel safe. I enjoyed their story and will look into JT's catalog... I discovered JT and this book during BRAE 2025.

[Krissy’s Korner]

Cute Read

I enjoyed this one! This was a nice quick read of instalove connection! Zora go away on a business trip and run into Miles and the rest was history. I enjoyed their connection and chemistry. Nice fluffy read.

[Dannireads17]

Insta Love

Fast paced, insta love. I felt like the MMC was more interested invested than the FMC. He told her his whole life story & she barely wanted to give any info about herself. Still a cute story.

[Celesté]

Perfect for novella-November. I love when a workaholic is forced to vacation and they meet the love of their life ❤️

#BRAE

[PinkReadzzz]

insta love

Good read. I love a good insta love story. First time reading a Jamiya Taylor novel and I’m definitely about check her catalog out.

[Alicarene]

Letting Go is Magical!

I loved this story but I also want to know more! It left me in all the feels! This is cute must read, y’all enjoy!

[Ashanti Burton]

Cute insta-love novella. A cancelled work event turned love connection. Only thing is Zora is only there for the weekend. Will their connection proceed the week or will they say goodbye in the end?

[Annetra Taylor]

It’s so hard to rate a novella. This was a cute instant love connection but I had to deduct stars due to some of the word choices the author used especially in spicy scenes 🥴