5 Star Rating from Readers' Favorite

**Reviewed by Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite**

Things are looking up for Bryn Charles as she is in a relationship with Shane Smith, the charming NFL superstar. However, Shane is involved in a legal battle for his kids with his manipulative ex, who will stop at nothing to get him back. Bryn feels she needs assurance that the NFL superstar is serious enough to stay with her and not run back to his ex when he gets worn down by her. To achieve this, she gets Shane to sign a love contract as she dreams about the exotic wedding they might have together in the future. Is Bryn's dream too far-fetched and unrealistic? Find out in Sidelined: The Contract by Bianca Williams, a glamorous and electric page-turner.

First, let me assure you that The Contract is enjoyable and understandable with no knowledge of the other books in the series. With that clarified, the third book in the Sidelined series is an absolute gem! It had me completely glued, from start to finish, for every surprising, sensual scene and infectious conversation buried within its pages. The plot and characters are staggeringly realistic; I found myself nodding as I recalled some of my experiences that are similar to some particular scenes in the book. Along with the fun and sparkly storyline, Bianca Williams shares some invaluable opinions about money and relationships worth saving and highlighting. Potential readers should prepare for curse words and sexually explicit scenes. I have been completely won over by Bianca Williams' greatly entertaining yet deep and insightful book and would definitely love to read her other works.

Bianca Williams is the award-winning author of the sports romance series Sidelined. Book One, "The Draft", was released in 2017 and won the USA Best Book Award and was a finalist in the National Indie Excellence Awards. To the delight of readers everywhere, Book Two, "The Penalty", was released in 2018. Sidelined is the story of event planner Bryn Charles and her unexpected romance with her client NFL superstar Shane Smith. The contemporary novels are inspired by Williams' dating adventures in her hometown of Baltimore County, MD.

Author Scores Second Honor with NFL Romance Inspired by Her Life

Sidelined: The Penalty written by Bianca Williams is honored as a Finalist in the 2018 Best Book Awards – Fiction: African American

The coveted award competition had over 2000 entries in various literary categories from large publishing houses and hundreds of independents. See the full listing at www.americanbookfest.com.

“To receive the 2017 Best Book Award for my debut novel, Sidelined: The Draft, was a special honor. To be recognized for my second book, was simply fantastic! I stayed true to myself and wrote the book that I wanted to read. I’m pleased that it’s resonating with people,” said Bianca Williams.

Sidelined: The Penalty is the second installment of a sizzling trilogy about love, friendship, and half-truths. The fast-paced, page-turner is currently available on Amazon.com. The much-anticipated series finale, Sidelined: The Contract is due out in the fall of 2019.

Editorial Reviews

“By stepping outside the typical romance style, Williams has created a uniquely structured and unexpected novel of love and betrayal.” -The BookLife Prize

About the Author

Bianca Williams is an award-winning author. She was born and raised in Baltimore County, MD. She discovered her love for creative writing at college while pursuing a dual Bachelor of Science degree in Finance & Management. After graduating at the top of her class, achieving a 15+-year career in finance, and co-founding an event planning company, Bianca began penning her autofiction series. When she isn’t writing, Bianca is using her platform to empower women in life, business, and relationships. Know the Plays, or get Sidelined is her signature slogan. Learn more about Bianca at https://www.bwillbooks.com.

Five Love Tips from Five Amazing Women

When people hear my signature slogan, Know the Plays, or get Sidelined, they think I'm a love expert. The truth is my work is a product of my own search for answers from women who looked like me and could relate to my experience. I wrote Sidelined because it was the story I wanted to read as I navigated my way through this thing called love. Great love advice can sustain you during your relationships most challenging moments. Hopefully, these candid love tips from five amazing women will resonate with you and give you guidance on the love you want to attain.

1. Love doesn’t look the same for everyone: “People love in different ways. You may have a man who brings you flowers every Monday but doesn’t give two hooty-hoots about Valentine’s Day. Just because he doesn’t give you a Valentine doesn’t mean he doesn’t love you!" - Jada Pinkett Smith

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2. Love allows you to be true to yourself: "If a man wants you, nothing can keep him away. If he doesn’t want you, nothing can make him stay. Stop making excuses for a man and his behavior. Allow your intuition (or spirit) to save you from heartache. Stop trying to change yourself for a relationship that’s not meant to be. Slower is better. Never live your life for a man before you find what makes you truly happy." - Oprah Winfrey

3. Love requires openness: "Love is love, and a lot of times, people might be in the situation they're in because they put barriers up. Like, some people only want to date a model or an actor or an athlete. You're only limiting yourself. Open up to what's out there because God made us all." - Tamera Mowry

4. Love entails ebbs and flows of understanding and willingness: "As a newly married person, as much as I would love for my husband to buy into the 'my way or the highway' philosophy, you realize it's all about compromising and finding some sort of middle ground that everyone can live with." - Gabrielle Union

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5. Love prompts growth, together and as individuals: "If you’re with the right person, it brings out the best version of you." - Beyoncé

A Warm Literary Welcome

Author's new book receives a warm literary welcome.

Readers' Favorite announces the review of the Romance - Contemporary book "Sidelined" by Bianca Williams, currently available at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0998514608.

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"Reviewed By K.J. Simmill for Readers' Favorite

Single mother Bryn Charles can't believe her luck when she signs Shane Smith, Nighthawk player and NFL superstar, to organise a kick ass event. She's never been one for jocks, but there is no denying that Shane has a body to die for, and Jen, Bryn's friend, has hooked designer Oris Odili and intends to ensure he knows exactly how to show off all of his best features. Shane seems to find himself drawn towards Bryn, his advances becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. But dating an athlete is way down there on Bryn's list; besides, when he's not flirting, he's yelling, cursing, or acting like a spoilt rich kid. A relationship with the pompous man was the furthest thing from her mind. Then it happened, she found herself and Jen in his room, in his bed. Although it was innocent enough, Bryn couldn't forget the image of him removing his shirt, and from that moment on this picture ran like a sporting event replay. Just when it seems she's about to win, there comes a game changer, one that may leave her forever on the sideline.

Sidelined: The Draft by Bianca Williams is a page turning, stress filled romance, with tries, fouls, and of course goals, or in this case perhaps agendas would be more to the point. Written in the present tense, it follows Bryn and her surprising infatuation with NFL superstar Shane Smith, a spoilt man-child. The story is heavily character driven and easy to follow, whether you're a fan of sports or not. The characters are developed, and I often found myself getting frustrated at some of their actions. Ms Williams shows poise and talent for creating atmosphere throughout her plot. This is the first book in the series and, given the ending, it's easy to understand why."

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I dedicated this book series to the SIDELINED. Whether you were knowingly or unknowingly benched, I wrote this book for you. It's the book I wanted to read. It's the book I wish I had to turn to when I was too embarrassed to call a friend.

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A Dream come True

My First Novel

I've always wanted to write a book but never had a story. I'd hear about JK Rowling or Susan Collins speak about their stories being given to them, I would literally get depressed. I was jealous, yet inspired. Then I'd ask, 'when will I receive my story'?

Seven years later to be exact. I'll never forget it. January 11, 2013, I was sitting at my desk at the office crying my eyes out. I'm talking about the ugly cry. A sobbing, snotting, heartwrenching cry that traveled through the office walls. My boss and co-worker at the time tried their best to console me, but there was nothing anyone could do. A piece of my heart had broken off and was lodged in my chest. Comfort, healing, or better days were unimaginable. I was hopeless.

After that, I sat back down and returned to sobbing with my head in my hands, when suddenly I felt nothing. The pain stopped. It was like the clouds parted and the light came shining through. My aha moment! I could see it! My story was playing out in front of me. My cries turned into screeches of joy. I frantically grabbed a pen and wrote the outline for the entire SIDELINED series.

The first book was written in six months. It was 80,000 words and in bad shape. Who said that writing was easy? My first novel needed a lot of work. I needed to grow as a writer and to do a lot of research and writing, writing, and more writing. Forty drafts, countless rewrites, and numerous proofreads later, I'm finally releasing the first installment of the SIDELINED SERIES.

Writing a book was the hardest thing I've ever done. It was so therapeutic. I laughed, cried, and healed as I relived the memories and created the story.

Hats off to all authors whether you sell one book or a trillion, you've accomplished something great. And to those of you who feel like it will never happen, hang on just a little bit longer. Live a little more, make some more mistakes, fall, and get back up. Pray, pray, and pray some more. Center yourself, get in touch with God and keep moving forward. Dreams do come true.

BWB