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Essence of You


Tiye Love - 2018
    When she is dumped unceremoniously by text three years ago, she decides to only focus on friends, work, and law school and not necessarily in that order. But that suddenly changes while on her first girls' trip to Essence Festival when she literally bumps into Montana Keyes, a handsome, charming, and wealthy professional basketball player. There is instant chemistry between them and they enjoy a no-strings attached, passion-filled weekend. While she is content to leave their weekend as a pleasant memory, Montana wants more and promises a future. And although she finds herself irrevocably drawn to him, she decides not to risk her heart on a man who has left a trail of broken hearts. As time passes Jasmine is unable to forget Montana and when they meet again she is surprised to discover he still feels the same. She now must make a choice to remain in her comfortable world or explore a new one full of passion and romance where the stakes are higher than she has ever known. Will she trust Montana, and more importantly herself enough to take a chance on love? (Revised and previously published)

Fortress (Forde Family Series Book 2)


Nikki Blaire - 2019
     Marcus Forde, Jr., is the heir apparent and CFO of his father’s multi-million dollar wealth management firm. He’s wealthy, strong-willed, lives in his father’s image, and gives him unyielding loyalty. For as long as he could remember, he’s modeled himself after this one man, to a fault. Until it all crumbles... Unfortunately, the faults of his father become a scandal that threatens to ruin the family name, which makes them call on Charlisse Lageaux, a no nonsense crisis management expert that can make all of this mess go away. Her first order of business is to protect what is left of the Forde’s diminished empire. To Charlisse, all of these wealthy men are the same, but while working with Marcus to clean up this mess, she notices that there’s more to the reckless, rude, and heavily guarded finance magnate than meets the eye.

Unexpected Expectations


K.C. Mills - 2020
    One of the most unpredictable happenings tends to be love.T’air’s current way of living isn’t cutting anymore. She wants something different, something solid! This is a stark contrast to her current lifestyle but in order to achieve the intended goal she will have to take a chance and express herself even when it seems pointless.Lu’vell or Luv wants what he wants when he wants it. Scorned by past experiences Luv is not interested in finding love at all but he wants T’air. In order for him to achieve that goal he will have to take a chance...a chance at love one more time.Sometimes all you need is to give things a chance. Whether it’s a meeting someone new, an experience, a text message or love. You can’t have different results, doing the same things.

Broken Little Rich Girl 2 (Broken Little Rich Girls)


Dominique Thomas - 2018
    To regain their sanity and find their joy these four women will have to face the problems in their life. Miko’s world came crashing down when she had to reveal to Zyir that Enika was not only her child but that he was the father. In doing so it changed everything in her world. Miko must learn how to gain control of her rebellious daughter and finally decide if Zyir is the man for her, while trying not to lose her mind in the process. Nelly lost control of herself and did things to Jannero that she couldn’t take back. When she finds herself alone, it's then that she realizes that her anger is really a problem. Only changing isn’t that easy and Nelly isn’t sure if its something she can do on her own. Rumer’s health continues to deteriorate as her world falls apart right before her eyes. After facing the hardest day of her life, she decides with the help of her mom to take a break from it all. Her getaway trip leads to revelations and possibly a new love. However, once Rumer returns home, she’s faced with Kritt and the stress from her life once again and finds herself questioning what's real. The new man that’s making her smile or Kritt, a man that she’s always known. Jerzey’s world was turned upside down when she realized that the man who shot her was none other than Snowden’s brother. After leaving Philly she’s determined to be a happier Jerzey. Unlike her friends, she’s ready to be happy and live her best life. A big move along with new ventures place her in new crowds. A sexy, local guy finds himself smitten with her and she can’t deny he’s attractive as well still her heart yearns for Snowden. Jerzey feels Snowden is running from the love they share, and she wants to hold out for him but what she won't do is wait too long. In the finale of the Broken Little Rich Girls series, you see more pain, anger then finally healing. To become whole these women will have to pick up their broken pieces and put themselves back together again. While it won’t be easy, it’s necessary because you can't be happy and be broken. It just doesn’t work that way.

Found Love in a Rider


Monica Walters - 2020
    However, trying to get his life on track from his self-destructive past has taken time. Finally embarking upon what he really wants in the rodeo arena while receiving help from the best to do it, he realizes some things in his love life have to change as well. In the midst of those changes, he meets the woman that he feels he’s supposed to do life with. Before even getting to know her, he believes they are meant to be. Convincing Danica of that seems to be a slight task, though. With the help of a loving family, his career is on track, but what will it mean without someone to share it with?Danica Collier is in love with love. She’s fascinated by everything it encompasses, which is why she’s confused as to why it eludes her. As a Senior in college, she’s preparing to enter her career field and feels a relationship with the right man would complete her. However, when she meets Malachi Henderson, despite the initial attraction to him, she wonders if getting to know him would be worth her time. Wasted energy is something she has no patience to endure anymore and she wants to be sure that a relationship with him is something she can handle. Doubt is the enemy when it comes to going for what you want. This proves to be true for Danica and Malachi when moving forward. Can Danica accept all of Malachi and his country quirks? Can Malachi stomach what he has to endure to make Danica his?

Melani 2: A BBW Love on the Rise


Tyanna - 2020
    But the past comes racing back when she discovers the man that ruined her life is extremely close to the love of her life. In just a moment, everything Melani knows changes, and her heart is ripped out of her chest and stomped on. Will she press forward with Javion or will Melani continue to let her past dictate her future?Between going back and forth with Liv and trying to convince Melani that he’s serious about her, Javion feels like he’s going crazy. But going crazy for Melani is different and he likes it. Despite knowing the kind of baggage Melani comes with, Javion wants her and will stop at nothing to get her. But soon, a bomb is dropped that causes his whole world to shatter into thousands of pieces. Will he be able to handle the new information, or will he cut off the people he loves the most?On top of trying to figure out if they’re really up for the relationship thing, Erin and Marshon have been swamped with baby mama drama, which only causes Erin to be more cautious, especially with how her other relationships ended. But this time, it’s different, and now having a baby on the way, Erin is more determined than ever to give her baby a two-parent home. Will Marshon and Erin survive this storm? Or is their relationship not strong enough to withstand Hurricane Koree?

Major


Tina Martin - 2020
    Claire had his eyes set on Selah Winston almost immediately. Since meeting her at his brother’s wedding, he felt the sparks that jumpstarted his dormant heart. The connection was instant and undeniable. Whenever he’s near Selah, he feels a sense of home and security. He knows Selah is feeling him too, but she denies their connection and insists she has nothing to offer him but friendship. She’s busy rebuilding her life after struggling with drugs, depression and family issues. She has no time for anything or anyone else. Or so she thinks. She doesn’t know how persistent St. Claire men can be, apparently…Major ‘somewhat’ concedes to her request. He’ll give her friendship (for now), a little bit of space (for now) but it doesn’t thwart his original goal to make her his woman. Everyone has family issues. He knows that all too well. From his perspective, the best way to handle them is to work as a team to help each other overcome their problems. In helping her, he may have found the remedy to his own complications and a new beginning he never saw coming.

Love Me Until I Love Myself: Sage and Delilah's Love Story


B. Love - 2016
    Her dreams seemed to be completely out of her reach until she met Tory. Tory needed a beautiful woman to seduce his brother and take part in a scandal big enough to strip his brother, Sage, of his good reputation and position as President of their family company.When Tory saw Delilah he knew she was the one, and for fifty thousand dollars Delilah willingly agreed.When Sage saw Delilah he knew she was the one, but she wasn’t saved. She didn’t have a relationship with Christ. Ignoring the little tug at his heart that told him to stay away from her, Sage gave Delilah his heart recklessly and was forced to pick up the pieces when her betrayal shattered it.After Sage finds out who Delilah really is and what her true intentions were, he’s faced with the most difficult decision of his life – loving and being merciful like the God he claims to serve, or seeking revenge on her and his brother for all of the damage they’ve caused in his life and reputation.Which one will he choose? Read this standalone modern day Samson and Delilah story to find out!

He Earned the Key To My Soul


Kendra Sumter - 2018
    She found her voice with her lyrics and a melodic beat. Her soulful voice reaches millions but, she only needs one to hear her. She’s heard by the one she least expected. Can she handle the truths she’s been longing to hear? Dallevante Staples writes platinum hits for some of the biggest artists in the industry. There’s only one voice that touches his soul. He hears her plea. He answers her in the only way she understands. He knows what she needs but, in order to give it to her he must earn the key to her soul. In this soul gripping emotional ride there’s loss, gain, pain, with the ultimate goal being love.

Mad Woman: Love Drove Her Crazy


Lady Lissa - 2017
     After finding out that his wife is pregnant, his bond with her strengthens, while leaving Maddie alone again. But, Maddie refuses to just give up without a fight. How far is Maddie willing to go to sustain her relationship with Lincoln? Would she really stoop so low as to do the unthinkable? Find out just how crazy love can make you in the first episode of Mad Woman: Love Drove Her Crazy...

River of Love


Mel Dau - 2021
    

Onyx Rides


Celeste Granger - 2018
    However, when the relationship failed, Onyx was prepared to move on. Dillon wasn’t. Dillon refuses to let Onyx go, and his definition of love turns ugly. Onyx finds herself on the defense, shadowed and stalked by the man who once claimed undying love for her. Multimillionaire Egypt Anderson is not only the CEO of his own construction and development company, but he is also the President of the Down South Riders, a motorcycle club. Egypt spends his days in the boardroom and his nights on the back of his classic Harley Davidson. Egypt and Onyx don’t travel in the same circles and at first, glance, seem to have very little in common. However, a chance encounter with a ruggedly handsome Egypt changes the trajectory of Onyx’s life and redefine what love really is. Onyx Rides is book 1 of the Lady Guardians 3 book series Cruisin is book 2 of the Lady Guardians 3 book series. And, Curvalicious is book 3.

What's Best For Me 2: Unapologetically Me Series


Danesha Little - 2020
    

Broken Crayons Still Color 3: The Mirror of Regret


David Weaver - 2021
    

XYZ


Kimille - 2019
    Mastering life’s principal and hellacious course of Hard Knock Life 101 was nothing to eXavier and eZekiel Yarbrough at an early age. Their wisdom and fearless innocence allocated them guardian angels over baby cousin, iYanna. Drug addictions, immorality, abuse, and evil are all cycles that these three have a vivid familiarity with, yet out of the wicked mentalities that assaulted them grew love, loyalty, hope, tenacity and nobility. Despite the licks they gave, as well as took, they found a safe haven in an old head called Diego. A man that knew the streets and the streets respected him. This family has an abundance of dysfunction, but their devotion to each other is unrestricted and immovable! Friends for life. Life has not been particularly kind to Najia Kennedy. She's had to sacrifice more than she's wanted and taken more L's than wins. But somehow, she's managed to stay on her feet with her head held high, all the while searching for where broken hearts go. Love remains elusive as her son's father pops in and out of their lives with empty promises and leftover lies. Najia's friendship with iYanna has withstood the test of time and her shenanigans, as she factors into the equation that is XYZ. Love forever. The streets don't owe him anything. He's taken everything he's wanted by omission or commission. Kreed is a new breed of boss, college educated and street smart. He's the boogeyman in a suit, encompassed in a mystical aura of strength and power that leaves many starstruck. He's so immune to the world around him that he's stunned at the foreign emotions caused by the feather-like thundering of a miniature storm called iYanna. He envisions her as his future, but her family views him as a catastrophic danger to all that they've invested in her. Love and hurt, joy and pain, good times and bad, take all as prisoners. When you have everything you want, is there room for more? When you have nothing, will you accept anything? XYZ is a spicy urban romance with charismatic characters, life altering situations and breathtaking moments that will fascinate you from beginning to end.