Shelia Goss is a national bestselling and award-winning author known for her captivating romance novels and dynamic, emotionally rich storytelling. With bold narratives, high-glam energy, and heroine-centered plots, Shelia brings heart, heat, and sophistication to every page. She is the author of more than twenty-one books, including the Essence bestselling My Invisible Husband and the critically acclaimed The Joneses and Delilah. USA Today praised her, saying, "Goss has an easy, flowing style with her prose." An AAMBC Romance Author of the Year and Library Journal Best Books honoree, Shelia continues to make her mark in both the literary and screenwriting worlds. Her work spans multiple genres, but romance remains her heart and passion.
Radiah Hubbert: Tell us about Worth the Risk.
Shelia Goss:Worth the Risk is a glamorous, emotionally layered romance set in the high-stakes world of Hollywood. The story follows an ambitious woman who has built her career under the spotlight and a man whose fame brings both opportunity and temptation. As their attraction grows, secrets and public pressure threaten everything they are trying to build. At its core, the novel explores love, trust, ambition, and what it really means to risk your heart when the whole world is watching.
RH:What made you come up with this storyline?
SG:People often view celebrities as characters rather than real people, but I wanted to explore the reality behind the image. Celebrities experience the same emotions and challenges as everyone else. They fall in love, get hurt, make mistakes, and try to navigate relationships while living under constant scrutiny. Setting the story in Hollywood allowed me to examine fame and vulnerability side by side and highlight the human side that exists beyond the spotlight.
RH:Can you give us a sneak peek at book two?
SG:No One Has to Know is a seductive, emotionally charged romance set behind the scenes of Hollywood power. The story follows a driven woman navigating the early stages of her career and a high-profile man searching for connection beyond his fame. When an anonymous online relationship blurs into real life, desire collides with secrecy, ambition, and professional risk. As truths threaten to surface, both must decide what they are willing to sacrifice to protect their hearts and their futures. At its core, the novel explores identity, vulnerability, and the cost of honesty in a world built on image.
RH:If you could give aspiring and new authors one piece of advice, what would that be?
SG:Write consistently, even when it feels uncomfortable. Growth doesn’t come from waiting for inspiration, it comes from showing up to the page and doing the work. The more you write, the more confident and skilled you become.
RH:As an author that has been in this industry for a long time, what is the biggest lesson that you've learned?
SG:The industry changes, and not every book will get the same attention, but staying consistent and true to your voice is what keeps you going. Every project adds to your growth, and patience matters just as much as talent.
RH:Where can readers find you?
SG:Email: sheliagoss@aol.com
Website: www.sheliagoss.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shelia.goss
Instagram: @sheliamgoss
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