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Fall 1996, Harlow University. Shelby Marsh arrives at college determined to become someone different than the version of herself curated by an overbearing mother. Tanner Cole is on a path that cannot afford distractions. A chance encounter changes both of them forever.
Slow-burn, open-door New Adult contemporary romance with explicit desire, earned heat, and deep emotional intimacy.
Releases September 18, 2026
Start Shelby's story with the opening chapter of Becoming, then come back here to choose your preorder.
Signed and standard paperback copies are available for direct U.S. shipping.
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$24.99
Includes one paperback copy of Becoming, hand-signed by A.J. Beckett.
Signed copies may include a small Harlow University sticker bonus while supplies last. Personalization is not available at this time.
Flat U.S. shipping: $7.95.
Preorder Signed Copy$17.99
Includes one unsigned paperback copy of Becoming by A.J. Beckett.
This is the best option if you want a standard paperback copy shipped directly from A.J. after release.
Flat U.S. shipping: $7.95.
Preorder Standard CopyBecoming releases September 18, 2026. Direct preorder copies are expected to ship in late September or early October after print copies arrive.
Direct paperback preorders are available for U.S. shipping only at this time. International readers will be able to order through Amazon closer to release.
If production or shipping is delayed, preorder customers will be notified by email.
Flat U.S. shipping is $7.95. Orders are expected to ship after print copies arrive in late September or early October.
Signed copies are hand-signed by A.J. Beckett. Personalization is not available at this time.
Amazon and Kindle links are coming closer to release.
Use the contact form on the A.J. Beckett website or message @ajbeckettwrites on Instagram.