Celeste O. Norfleet
Celeste O. Norfleet is a contemporary African-American novelist known for romance and young adult novels.
Early years
Norfleet was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After attending public school, she received her B.F.A. degree in fashion illustration from Moore College of Art and Design. She spent the next few years working in the advertising field, first as a graphic artist, and later as a creative art director.Writing
In 1991, Norfleet moved to Northern Virginia. A few years later, she began reading romance novels. After reading many novels in this genre, she wrote one herself in 1999. Priceless Gift, her first romance novel, was sold to BET Books in 2001, and published in March 2002. Priceless Gift began the Mamma Lou Matchmaker series of 11 books. Norfleet has since written more than twenty novels.In 2007, Harlequin Kimani TRU released Norfleet's first young adult novel, Pushing Pause, which received positive reviews. This novel became the first in a series known as The Kenisha Lewis Series, written for teens and adults, which was followed by the books Fast Forward and Gettin’ Played.
Norfleet now writes romance novels full-time. She describes her stories as realistic with some humor, depicting strong, sexy characters involved in unpredictable adventures. She also writes dramatic fiction for young adults, reflecting current issues facing African-American teens. Norfleet has written for Harlequin's Kimani Press Arabesque, Harlequin Kimani Romance and Kimani Press TRU lines.
Acclaim
Norfleet is the recipient of six awards from Romance Slam Jam, as well as a lifetime achievement award. She was also honored with the BRAB, 2016 Frances Ray Lifetime Literary Legacy Award.Personal life
Norfleet currently lives in Virginia with her family.Romance
Priceless Gift, 2002A Christmas Wish, 2002Since Forever, 2003One Sure Thing, 2003, Reflections of You, 2004Irresistible You, 2004Only You, 2005The Fine Art of Love, 2005A Taste of Romance in Back In Your Arms, 2006Love After All, 2007Following Love, 2008When Love Calls, 2008Sultry Storm, in Mother Nature Matchmaker 2009When It Feels So Right, 2009Love Me Now, 2009Cross My Heart, 2010Heart’s Choice, in Millionaire Matchmaker 2010Flirting With Destiny, 2010Love’s Paradise, 2011Come Away with Me, 2011Just one Touch, 2011Just one Taste, 2012Forever Love, 2012Mine at Last, 2013The Thrill of You, 2013One Night in Georgia, 2019Young adult novels
Pushing Pause, 2007She Said, She Said, 2008 Fast Forward, 2009Getting Played 2010Download Drama 2012Omnibus
Back in Your Arms, 2005This Holiday Magic, 2014A Christmas Kiss, 2015Novellas
A Taste of Romance, 2013Recognition
- Nominated - Rose Award, Since Forever, 2003
- Nominated - Romantic Times Book - Reviewer's Choice Award - Best African American Romance
- Nominated - Romantic Times Book - Career Achievement Award
- Nominated - Romance Slam Jam - Best Steamy Romance
- Nominated - Romantic Times Book - Author of The Year
- Finalist - YALSA - Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers List