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Say He'll Be My Baby
The rule book of love has taught us that distance makes the heart grow fonder and that time heals all wounds. Time. Time seems to have control over everything including when Jessie Belle Taylor will meet Prince Charming and fall in love. Since college, she has loved the smooth selfless man who has deemed himself as her one and only friend and the keeper of her heart. Sammie Bush. Unlike Jessie, Sammie knows that procrastination is the thief of time and vows to not be robbed of any more time without having Jessie as his woman. With twelve days until Christmas, Sammie embarks on a journey to make his college crush his mistletoe kiss. He throws caution to the wind and doesn't care about her reservations, but unbeknownst to the two lovebirds, there are a few scrooges determined to keep their Christmas wish from coming true. Will Sammie and Jessie let outside influences stop them from having a Christmas worth remembering, or will they make the most of the time they have by making memories that they will never forget? **This is a rereleased body of work from December 2018**
132 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 13, 2018
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About the author
Chelsea Maria
32 books236 followers Chelsea Maria is rebirthing the idea of love for the millennial generation. Armed with a desire to define the union of faith and love, Chelsea Maria writes relatable stories that challenges society’s warped view of love. With a clearly defined purpose, Chelsea puts her passion and talents to use for the betterment of the generation.
Tasked with changing the narrative, Chelsea gives it her all. With no abandon, she pens fervently the stories of her heart and the hearts of her readers. Using her God-given talent, she employs wit and artistry to plant seeds of conviction and force reflection of her readers. Every addition to her growing catalog is penned with the purpose to revive the faith in love.
Now, with an arsenal of love-inspiring chronicles she is claiming her spot in the world of fiction. Bringing a new wave to the industry and reshaping the twisted perceptions.
Tasked with changing the narrative, Chelsea gives it her all. With no abandon, she pens fervently the stories of her heart and the hearts of her readers. Using her God-given talent, she employs wit and artistry to plant seeds of conviction and force reflection of her readers. Every addition to her growing catalog is penned with the purpose to revive the faith in love.
Now, with an arsenal of love-inspiring chronicles she is claiming her spot in the world of fiction. Bringing a new wave to the industry and reshaping the twisted perceptions.
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September 29, 2022
What the heck was Sammie working with that had all these women going coo-coo for Cocoa Puffs? He went from nerd status to gawd status. I love the relationship he and Jessie had. For a while, they were both getting on my nerves but I’m glad they got it together and did what should have been done from day one.
December 17, 2018
Review
All I want to know is where is my Sammie. I fanned so much through this book . He was all that and then some he knew what he wanted and did not stop until he got it. J Bella lucked up when she got him great read as always.
All I want to know is where is my Sammie. I fanned so much through this book . He was all that and then some he knew what he wanted and did not stop until he got it. J Bella lucked up when she got him great read as always.
December 16, 2018
Perfect ❤️
This was a nice love story. I liked the chemistry Sammie and Jessie had. It was good that they were friends before they became lovers.
This was a nice love story. I liked the chemistry Sammie and Jessie had. It was good that they were friends before they became lovers.
December 23, 2018
Cute holiday read. Sammie was a determined man once he set his mind to it. Nicely written with likable characters. Great story
December 28, 2018
Can I Keep You?
Come on through here Sammie, with your Casper looking self! Heal all of my aching parts! Whew Chile! Now I'm ready to dig up Roger from Revenge of the Nerds lol. This is the reason why Chelsea Marie is my top 3. Sammie and J-Belle has her banned from all of the holiday specials. No writings for New Year's Day, Presidents Day, MLK Day, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Mother's Day, Independence Day, Jubilee Day, Juneteenth, Halloween, Holyween, Hallelujah Night, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Kwanza, Spring, Summer, Autumn, or Winter. Baby, when I tell you that I want to be kept, I WANT TO BE KEPT! Then, Sammie was talking about "Let's fall together!" Who says that? SAMMIE! What got me was not only did he come for her, but he went to see her mother about her! Y'all I flatlined and got resuscitated. I was in ICU from fooling with this author. Get the book. All the tea is in there. Chile somebody even caught these hands. But hey, don't take my word for it. BUSY THE BOOK YOURSELF! You won't be disappointed, and that's on me baby!
Come on through here Sammie, with your Casper looking self! Heal all of my aching parts! Whew Chile! Now I'm ready to dig up Roger from Revenge of the Nerds lol. This is the reason why Chelsea Marie is my top 3. Sammie and J-Belle has her banned from all of the holiday specials. No writings for New Year's Day, Presidents Day, MLK Day, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Mother's Day, Independence Day, Jubilee Day, Juneteenth, Halloween, Holyween, Hallelujah Night, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Kwanza, Spring, Summer, Autumn, or Winter. Baby, when I tell you that I want to be kept, I WANT TO BE KEPT! Then, Sammie was talking about "Let's fall together!" Who says that? SAMMIE! What got me was not only did he come for her, but he went to see her mother about her! Y'all I flatlined and got resuscitated. I was in ICU from fooling with this author. Get the book. All the tea is in there. Chile somebody even caught these hands. But hey, don't take my word for it. BUSY THE BOOK YOURSELF! You won't be disappointed, and that's on me baby!
March 29, 2019
Love At Christmas
A friends to lovers love story. A Chri6mas love story A twist on the 12 days of Christmas. Women that can't except that things are over. This story has all of those things. Sammie and Jessie were friends who have been on love with each other for years. Sammie decides that he is ready to stop playing and make his love for Jessie known. Sammie plans an elaborate 12 day treasure hunt with charms that signified how well he knew her as well stated his love for her. Jessie is very curious about who knows her so well to leave the beautiful charms but she rules out Sammie as her Secret Sants, imagine her surprise to find out that it is him. The road from friends to loverd to happily ever after for these two is filled with hurt feelings, jealousy, bitter exes, and miscommunication. After one very angry confrontation the two get it together and claim their happiness.
A friends to lovers love story. A Chri6mas love story A twist on the 12 days of Christmas. Women that can't except that things are over. This story has all of those things. Sammie and Jessie were friends who have been on love with each other for years. Sammie decides that he is ready to stop playing and make his love for Jessie known. Sammie plans an elaborate 12 day treasure hunt with charms that signified how well he knew her as well stated his love for her. Jessie is very curious about who knows her so well to leave the beautiful charms but she rules out Sammie as her Secret Sants, imagine her surprise to find out that it is him. The road from friends to loverd to happily ever after for these two is filled with hurt feelings, jealousy, bitter exes, and miscommunication. After one very angry confrontation the two get it together and claim their happiness.
March 7, 2019
Absolutely Awemazing
Words cannot express how much I enjoyed this book from beginning to end... I’m just wowed I really didn’t want it to end... The love, chemistry and fireworks between Jessie and Sammie was truly truly unmatched and Sammie #bookbae was everything all wrapped up in perfection. I loved their friendship and how smooth it evolved into everything they ever wanted what a beautiful transition from friends to lovers ever written in my opinion. When I think of loving your best friend Jessie and Sammie will be at the top of that list... I feel as if I give this book 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 that would be cheating it out of what’s due because it truly deserves more than just five stars but all of them. I loved all the characters they played an intricate part in the story and I definitely will be waiting patiently for more
Words cannot express how much I enjoyed this book from beginning to end... I’m just wowed I really didn’t want it to end... The love, chemistry and fireworks between Jessie and Sammie was truly truly unmatched and Sammie #bookbae was everything all wrapped up in perfection. I loved their friendship and how smooth it evolved into everything they ever wanted what a beautiful transition from friends to lovers ever written in my opinion. When I think of loving your best friend Jessie and Sammie will be at the top of that list... I feel as if I give this book 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 that would be cheating it out of what’s due because it truly deserves more than just five stars but all of them. I loved all the characters they played an intricate part in the story and I definitely will be waiting patiently for more
December 15, 2018
This was the perfect Christmas love story!!
Where is my Sammie at because he is truly book bae!! This was more than the standard friends turning to lovers. The passion between the two of them was electric!! If my man cant make me feel like Sammie made Jessie feel before he was even in the room, then I don't need him in my life lol!! That's the true definition of someth in ng that's meant to be no matter how hard you try to fight it. And the last two chapters were everything for me!! I feel like there more to come from these two in the form of maybe Lauryn??? Maybe wishful thinking lol
Where is my Sammie at because he is truly book bae!! This was more than the standard friends turning to lovers. The passion between the two of them was electric!! If my man cant make me feel like Sammie made Jessie feel before he was even in the room, then I don't need him in my life lol!! That's the true definition of someth in ng that's meant to be no matter how hard you try to fight it. And the last two chapters were everything for me!! I feel like there more to come from these two in the form of maybe Lauryn??? Maybe wishful thinking lol
December 17, 2018
Cute
These two were cute. Since their first encounter in college, they've been in love with each other, but they didn't take it there because of the friendship they developed. Sammie and Jessie also worked my nerves! I almost screamed out loud whenever they would have their "moments". The bond between them though was practically unbreakable. Sammie must've had that bomb ... cuz the women!? That scientist had it going on! I loved his description too, not too tall, nerdy guy, need more like him.
These two were cute. Since their first encounter in college, they've been in love with each other, but they didn't take it there because of the friendship they developed. Sammie and Jessie also worked my nerves! I almost screamed out loud whenever they would have their "moments". The bond between them though was practically unbreakable. Sammie must've had that bomb ... cuz the women!? That scientist had it going on! I loved his description too, not too tall, nerdy guy, need more like him.
December 18, 2018
Loved it
Okayyyyyyy Ms. Chelsea Maria you came through, but I didn't expect anything less. This isn't your typical Chelsea Maria book, but Sammie definitely was bout that when it came to his J-Belle lol
They both drive me crazy with the back and forth Jessie more than Sammie. Sammie fed off of whatever energy Jessie gave him. True enough he enough love to give for the both of them.
Okayyyyyyy Ms. Chelsea Maria you came through, but I didn't expect anything less. This isn't your typical Chelsea Maria book, but Sammie definitely was bout that when it came to his J-Belle lol
They both drive me crazy with the back and forth Jessie more than Sammie. Sammie fed off of whatever energy Jessie gave him. True enough he enough love to give for the both of them.
December 18, 2018
I’m so glad I read this book! Her penmanship is off the chain 😩. I felt like I knew the characters in this book and I went through every emotion with them lol. I was so glad when J-Belle got it together and decided to take a chance on love. I was glad that SB did the same too cause those two where definitely a match. It’s been proven that it’s the ones that we often overlook that it really the perfect match for us ❤️
January 5, 2019
Yessss
I love this story. I met my soulmate and 2 weeks later I was married. In March #BlackLove35Years. This story spoke to me in a special way. Be friends before you become lovers. Your friendship will help you through the difficult times. Don’t ever forget to communicate and be truthful just make sure you speak the truth with love. This is a story that will touch the romantic at heart.
I love this story. I met my soulmate and 2 weeks later I was married. In March #BlackLove35Years. This story spoke to me in a special way. Be friends before you become lovers. Your friendship will help you through the difficult times. Don’t ever forget to communicate and be truthful just make sure you speak the truth with love. This is a story that will touch the romantic at heart.
July 26, 2019
Sammie & J-Belle
Well, I have yet to read a book that Ms. Chelsea did not absolutely put her hands in (foot if cooking) but oh the blessing of the words are priceless
Sammie found the love of his in college and knew the plans he had to pursue to ensure happiness of J-Belle
J-Belle found her soulmate in college but was afraid of the final leap to leave everything familiar behind
But, let me tell you Ms. Chelsea showed that GOD will remove any and all obstacles
Well, I have yet to read a book that Ms. Chelsea did not absolutely put her hands in (foot if cooking) but oh the blessing of the words are priceless
Sammie found the love of his in college and knew the plans he had to pursue to ensure happiness of J-Belle
J-Belle found her soulmate in college but was afraid of the final leap to leave everything familiar behind
But, let me tell you Ms. Chelsea showed that GOD will remove any and all obstacles
December 20, 2018
SAMMIE AND JESSIE
Beautiful holiday story of bestfriends whose chemistry developed even deeper. Happy they were able to let their guards down and express their feelings for each other. Very well written and loved the characters. Grear job Chelsea. Looking forward to your next book.
Beautiful holiday story of bestfriends whose chemistry developed even deeper. Happy they were able to let their guards down and express their feelings for each other. Very well written and loved the characters. Grear job Chelsea. Looking forward to your next book.
January 5, 2019
Like peas and carrots
Jessie and Sammie's transition from friends to lovers was not without it's bumps. Their true desire to be that "one" for each other and their commitment to new relationship status was sweet, scary and fierce. Where Jessie may have wavered in her belief of them, Sammie remained obstinate. Not being together was not an option. I loved that he could lead them.
Jessie and Sammie's transition from friends to lovers was not without it's bumps. Their true desire to be that "one" for each other and their commitment to new relationship status was sweet, scary and fierce. Where Jessie may have wavered in her belief of them, Sammie remained obstinate. Not being together was not an option. I loved that he could lead them.
April 8, 2019
Love It
I love when two best friends fall in love with each other. Sammie knew from the first time he met Jessie she was the one for him. Jessie felt the same way. Even though it took them over ten years to finally admit their feelings for each other it was worth it. Glad they are finally together. Good book.
I love when two best friends fall in love with each other. Sammie knew from the first time he met Jessie she was the one for him. Jessie felt the same way. Even though it took them over ten years to finally admit their feelings for each other it was worth it. Glad they are finally together. Good book.
April 29, 2019
Perfection.
So cute. The book put me in the mind of a good ole countdown to Christmas hallmark movie. And I love hallmark movies so, this book was special to me. I’m a sucker for best friend turned lovers. The whole secret admirer charm gifts made my heart smile. I need someone to care that much about winning me over! Lol. I’m jealous. Great read as always.
So cute. The book put me in the mind of a good ole countdown to Christmas hallmark movie. And I love hallmark movies so, this book was special to me. I’m a sucker for best friend turned lovers. The whole secret admirer charm gifts made my heart smile. I need someone to care that much about winning me over! Lol. I’m jealous. Great read as always.
November 3, 2019
Hallmark in a book!!!!!
J-Belle and Sammie’s love story was one for the books, it’s magical, real, dramatic, all encompassing of love! I’m mad that I didn’t wait until the middle of November to begin this journey. His creativity, attention to detail and overall ability to be vulnerable made me love Sammie that much more. #getanerdwiththeGOODGOOD
J-Belle and Sammie’s love story was one for the books, it’s magical, real, dramatic, all encompassing of love! I’m mad that I didn’t wait until the middle of November to begin this journey. His creativity, attention to detail and overall ability to be vulnerable made me love Sammie that much more. #getanerdwiththeGOODGOOD
November 22, 2019
Together like peas and carrots
Loved it. Sammie, the nerd, and Jessie, the beauty queen's daughter, feel like they go together like peas and carrots.They are desiring to go from best friends to lovers but there are a few lingering obstacles in the way. It was spicy with a dose of good humor.
Loved it. Sammie, the nerd, and Jessie, the beauty queen's daughter, feel like they go together like peas and carrots.They are desiring to go from best friends to lovers but there are a few lingering obstacles in the way. It was spicy with a dose of good humor.
January 11, 2020
Daaammnn Sammie!
You did that Miss Chelsea! Whatever Sammie was handing out, had those women losing their damn minds! I could feel the love coming off the pages, when Sammie spoke of or was in the presence of J-Bell. Jessie loved nerdy Sammie. 😃. She was uncomfortable with sexy Sammie, and continued to run from him; until she couldn't. So enjoyed this story. Great job! 👍👍👍
You did that Miss Chelsea! Whatever Sammie was handing out, had those women losing their damn minds! I could feel the love coming off the pages, when Sammie spoke of or was in the presence of J-Bell. Jessie loved nerdy Sammie. 😃. She was uncomfortable with sexy Sammie, and continued to run from him; until she couldn't. So enjoyed this story. Great job! 👍👍👍
December 10, 2021
So cute!!!!
This was one of the cutest romance stories that I have read in a long time. The funny thing is that it just so happens to be December as well. I am saving this story and adding it to my collection of books that I read more than once. Thanks for making fairytale love such a reality.
This was one of the cutest romance stories that I have read in a long time. The funny thing is that it just so happens to be December as well. I am saving this story and adding it to my collection of books that I read more than once. Thanks for making fairytale love such a reality.
December 15, 2018
A short and quick read, yet utterly satisfying. Sammie and Jessie were everything a friend to lovers story should be. If only we all could be blessed with someone as attentive and in love as Sammie. He read like my idea guy.
December 20, 2018
Amazing
Yasss!! So mushy, loving, and romantic. Where is my Sammie!! Honeyyy, I love this short Christmas story. It felt so complete and all I want to know is the name for newborn! I would love to get random updates because I just love Jessie and Sammie that much.
Yasss!! So mushy, loving, and romantic. Where is my Sammie!! Honeyyy, I love this short Christmas story. It felt so complete and all I want to know is the name for newborn! I would love to get random updates because I just love Jessie and Sammie that much.
December 30, 2018
Merry Christmas!!!
Yyaaaassss Chelsea, come through with the needy swag. Sammie was everything. I loved their country names too. He had a little gangsta in him too...let me find out 😜
Yyaaaassss Chelsea, come through with the needy swag. Sammie was everything. I loved their country names too. He had a little gangsta in him too...let me find out 😜
December 31, 2018
A Christmas love story
Sammie and Jessie Belle was the ultimate couple. They were so darn cute together that they were indeed made for each other! Their chemistry together was magical and Sammie was just everyyyything! This was the perfect read😍
Sammie and Jessie Belle was the ultimate couple. They were so darn cute together that they were indeed made for each other! Their chemistry together was magical and Sammie was just everyyyything! This was the perfect read😍
January 1, 2019
Loved it 💖💖💖
I absolutely loved it! I love the pure love they shared. It was light and airy. No unnecessary long drawn out drama... Just perfect!! I can only pray that my nieces will find someone who loves them like Sammie loves Jessie!!
I absolutely loved it! I love the pure love they shared. It was light and airy. No unnecessary long drawn out drama... Just perfect!! I can only pray that my nieces will find someone who loves them like Sammie loves Jessie!!
January 4, 2019
Okay, this was my first book by Chelsea Maria and it was a really good holiday read! I would recommend it for those who love them a good romance romance. The characters were well developed and the writing was great! Would definitely look into her other works of fiction.
January 5, 2019
A good best friends to lovers story
This story has a great premise, and the author did a great job on her first Christmas story. I love how we got the background on Jessie and Sammie, which created a good best friends to lovers story.
This story has a great premise, and the author did a great job on her first Christmas story. I love how we got the background on Jessie and Sammie, which created a good best friends to lovers story.
January 10, 2019
Amazing!
They were friends before lovers, that was so awesome, my heart was fill with joy after reading this, the way they met and love on each other, was perfect these characters was amazing 😍❤❤
They were friends before lovers, that was so awesome, my heart was fill with joy after reading this, the way they met and love on each other, was perfect these characters was amazing 😍❤❤
January 12, 2019
Great Love Story
You could feel the love leaping off the pages for Sammy & Jess!! This story left me wanting more, I think the author needs to write a part 2 for Sammy’s sister Jess & Daijah & Cliffe.
You could feel the love leaping off the pages for Sammy & Jess!! This story left me wanting more, I think the author needs to write a part 2 for Sammy’s sister Jess & Daijah & Cliffe.
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