Love To Behold

by Sammie Ward

Bridal salon owner, Valencia Hill is a wedding planner, but has never planned her own wedding. When one of her clients invites her to a party, Valencia is introduced to a hansome,professional baseball player, Michael Gomez's girlfriend. Though it's not true, Valencia can't deny her attraction and wouldn't mind making the revelation true, but Michael Gomez has a past of not being able to settle down with one woman. Will Valencia be able to change Michael's philandering ways? In the short story, "What Are Girlfriends For?" it's Layla Mill's birthday,but her boyfriend, Jonathan Carr seemed to have forgotton, but when her best friend/co worker, Shauna Summer offers to take her out to celebrate, it's a night Layla will remember the rest of her life.

175 pages, Paperback

First published March 11, 2005

About the author

Sammie Ward is an author, publisher, and natural-born storyteller with a literary catalog spanning more than 100 short works of fiction. Her writing journey began in the pages of iconic magazines such as Black Romance, Black Confessions, Bronze Thrills, Jive, and True Black Experience, where her heartfelt and relatable storytelling first captured readers nationwide.

She is the author of several novels, including In The Name of Love, Love To Behold, 7 Days, It’s In The Rhythm, Lace & Honor, Lasso, A Time For Murder, and Designs On You. Today, Sammie continues to write and publish under her own imprint, Lady Leo Publishing, where she curates stories filled with faith, hope, and everyday grace.

Her ongoing Echoes of Faith series—now over 70 stories strong—serves as both a personal ministry and an uplifting digital platform, connecting with readers through ebooks and audio storytelling alike. Whether writing romance, suspense, or inspirational fiction, Sammie Ward brings heart, purpose, and authenticity to every page.

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