Playin' Hard by Whitney D. Grandison

About Playin’ Hard by Whitney D. Grandison

Cree Jacobs never expected to bond with DeAndre Parker—a star court athlete and son of an NBA legend. But after one classroom spark, their friendship morphs into something more. Playin’ Hard is a smart, heart-tingling YA contemporary romance set in high school, packed with sharp banter, sizzling chemistry, and hope.

Equal parts enemies-to-lovers and Black joy, the story blends humor, sports drama, and heartfelt emotion—perfect for fans of heartfelt YA romance with soul.

Details

• Author: Whitney D. Grandison
• Format: Trade Paperback
• Publisher: Wattpad Books
• Publication Date: April 8, 2025
• Pages: 416
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1998854329
• ISBN-13: 9781998854325
• Trim Size: approx. 5¼ × 8¼ inches

Why Readers Choose This

• Authentic portrayal of Black teen experiences and emotions.
• Enemies-to-lovers romance with real heart and humor.
• Set around basketball, identity, and self-discovery.
• Described by SLJ as “10 Things I Hate About You meets Love & Basketball for Gen Z.”

“10 Things I Hate About You meets Love & Basketball for Gen Z.” — *School Library Journal*

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ISBN Information

ISBN-10: 1998854329 | ISBN-13: 9781998854325