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The Descendants
Neicy P. - 2019
There are many more magical beings on Earth, and they live amongst us as humans that are in touch with a side of them that makes them powerful.
Surreal’s parents give him the life that every kid dreams of. He grows up with friends that look at him as if he is a brother. He doesn’t like the title because of the big secret that he has kept from them, a secret that brings out too many questions that can’t be answered without putting them in danger. He gets away with it for years, until a pool party ends in a blood bath with most of his peers as the victims. With the secret out, he has to travel with a group of friends to get to the Olympian Stadium to connect with the primary source of his power to defend himself from the sons of Hades. Surreal is looking forward to the tough journey ahead. What he doesn’t count on is the new company of a human woman… so he thinks.
Nova has been on her own since she was thirteen. She notices how different she is and decides to travel the road alone. Nova never knows where she is going until she gets to her destination. It is a pull that she can’t escape that draws her to a stranger that was walking across the street. When they touch accidentally, she feels something different, something that she has never felt before. The stranger promises her the comfort that she doesn’t know to exist. Being on the opposite end of people’s anger makes it hard to trust him. That all changes when she learns of the common trait they hold as a secret.
Once upon a time, the world was ruled by the gods of lightning and of the seas. It would be their descendant that will protect them from the one dangerous enemy they couldn’t seem to kill.
He Got Me Willing to Risk It All: Needing That Hood Love
Lucinda John - 2017
Despite illegally entering the US and being abandonned by her father, Blanc’s mother has always made a way from them. Hustling in more ways than one, Magda carries her daughter on her back while gaining ranks and respect in the streets until envy causes Magda and her daughter to be deported. Nicolas DuBois is hood royalty. With his laid back and smooth persona he was able to conquer the game, flipping his earnings into streams of multi-million dollar businesses that had him set for life. Nicolas lived the life every men envied except he was missing something, a wife. Struggling in her native country, Blanc agrees to marry Nicolas for an opportunity to re-enter the states to live a life of glitz and glam. The fancy clothes, cars, shoes, and money does nothing to fill the void Blanc feels from being tied to a man she has no connection to. Milli, next in line to take over his Uncle Nicolas' empire, is different than his uncle in more ways than one. Unlike Nicolas, Milli is a ruthless thug who lives life on the edge. When instructed to look after his uncle's wife in his absence, the unthinkable happens. In Milli’s eyes, Blanc is the perfect fit for him. Without warning, an intense love affair begins to brew between the two Desperately pursing that hood love she so badly craved, Blanc is willing to risk it all but to what extent?
Caught Up Luvin' A Beast
Tina J. - 2016
All they wanted to do was enjoy life, find a good man to settle down with and have a family of their own. Shanice has found true love in Reggie to make her life complete and Promise stumbles across one that will have her second guessing if love is really for her. Hurricane is a man who doesn't respect women due to the hurt he dealt with in the past. That is until he meets Promise, who demands respect from him and won't back down from his beastly ways like everyone else. However, she sees through the facade he puts on and just as she's about to break down those walls, someone comes in and makes him turn back into that beast that she learned to tame. Can Promise continue loving a man like Hurricane once she finds out the truth of why he came to town. Their love/ hate relationship will have you laughing, crying and trying to figure out if they should stay together. Past enemies may be gone but new ones can surface at anytime and take your most prized possession. Reggie finds that out a little too late and is put in a position to handle the person he thinks is involved with hurting someone close to him. Will he be able to avenge what happened to or is it too late? Find out if being caught up luvin a beast is worth it with these couples or is it better to leave well enough alone?
Tempted by a Boss: The Rome & Jelcie
Mandee - 2016
Her husband, Kelton, was quite the opposite of her; he is unmotivated and needs someone to hold his hand down the trail to success. Blinded by love, she disregarded her mom’s warning to not marry him, and boy was she paying for it now that Kelton’s business went under. Kelton’s real estate development company goes under after mismanagement of funds and terrible business decisions. Desperate to prove his worth as a man, he begins to dabble in the dangers of street life and quickly realizes that he has bitten off way more than he can chew. While down on his luck, his wife finds evidence that he could possibly have been unfaithful in their almost five year marriage. Laylah Rice, the rising hair slayer herself. With the boom of the Slay Haven Hair Company, she is content with running a successful business and being a mom to her beautiful four year old, Lark. More than just a best friend to Jelcie, they were like sisters. Laylah’s world became a whirlwind when her ex-lover Rocky comes back in the picture. Dark chocolate and sexy best describes Rome Bennett. With a need for help with branding his new night club, Surge, he seeks out the expertise of The Mathews Branding Agency. Not only would helping the dark chocolate god with his branding be good for Jelcie’s business, but the money that she would make from his account alone was enough to seal the deal. Rome’s sexy appearance and his business savvy demeanor tempts her in ways she never thought possible. Always the good wholesome girl who plays by the rules, will Jelcie submit to Rome’s unwavering appeal?
Gunz And Laci: Black Rose Mafia
Kellz Kimberly - 2016
Always the one to follow the rules her adoptive parents set for her, things drastically change once she meets the arrogant & cocky Bryce 'Gunz' Carter. Gunz isn't your typical hood dude. Leader & founder of the Black Rose Mafia, he is on his rise to the top. Before meeting Laci he was all about money, power & respect. But unbeknownst to him a quick encounter changes all of that. Gunz & Laci: Black Rose Mafia is a gritty tale of self growth and finding yourself in the reflection of someone you love. Most of all, it's a tale of love conquering all! Strap on your seat belts for this rollercoaster ride of love, deceit and triumph!
Saved By A Kingpin
Chase Sidora - 2016
Not only that, she is strikingly gorgeous, witty, and smart. But she is also damaged. No matter how many great qualities she possesses; Riley has ended up scorned by love time and time again. This time though, when love leaves her with absolutely nothing and she is ready to call it quits once and for all, she finds refuge in an unlikely place. Mason Moore is handsome, wealthy, and noble. But for every positive attribute there is an even stronger, much more ruthless quality hidden underneath the surface. Growing up the son of a street legend in Passaic, New Jersey’s Aspen Place Projects, Mase has been groomed for the street life ever since he could remember. So when Mase inherited his title of Kingpin along with all the burdens that came along with it when his father was murdered in cold blood he was up for the challenge. Along with his childhood friend Steele, Mase has prided himself on his ability to continue to build and grow the organization that was handed to him with ease… that is until money turns up missing and a new flame threatens to knock him off of his square. Riley and Mase hit it off instantly and seem to be made for each other but can they really trust the fairytale their connection appears to be? Is it real or is their love circumstantial? Are they entertaining the idea of something that isn’t meant to last? With both their pasts hell bent on being a part of their futures, falling in love with each other could cost Mase and Riley not only their relationship but also their lives.
An Iconic Love 3 : A Hood Romance
Shaytrece - 2015
No more chicks after Conic and most importantly no more mysterious letters to their family. However, that was the calm before the storm because an unexpected shooting shatters the families short lived happiness and when Pooch and Queen are followed the family suite up for war.
Wifed Up By A Street King: A Miami Love Story
Zarkia - 2019
It’s available right here for your reading pleasure. In part one of this series, you’ll take an unforgettable ride with Author Zarkia. She is signed to Twyla T. Presents and her writing is very clever, and this story is unputdownable. ***WARNING*** This is not your typical, Urban Romance, Dope Boy, Thug Love, or Kingpin Savage book. Heart pounding. Nail biting. Gritty. Unique. Smart. Independent. Beautiful. Successful. Educated. Serena Milan is all that and more, but when her pasts comes back to haunt her, she is in desperate need of protection and finds herself falling for the type of man that she knew was no good for her. In exchange for security, Serena agrees to the plan that was presented to her with two simple rules. Rule #1: Don’t let that sucka catch you slippin’. Rule #2: Don’t fall in LOVE. What happens when not one, but both rules are broken? Charlo Moss is the KING OF MIAMI, and everybody knows he is not to be messed with. Unless they are looking for an early grave. Every move that Charlo makes is very calculated, until he breaks one of his own rules and falls for the beautiful Serena Milan. What happens when opposites attract, secrets are revealed, trust is broken, and the one who vowed to protect you is the reason you are staring death in the face? Zarkia brings you a clever, nail-biting, unforgettable African American Romance Tale that will leave you dying for more.
Heartbeat of the Block: A Street King's Love
A'zayler - 2016
Thriving off the respect of others while enjoying the perks of being hood rich, the pair effortlessly dominate any and everything they’re a part of. Though they’re nothing more than friends, the inner fire that burns on the inside of them both for the other, is starting to become unbearable. Lu is well known in the streets for being Brasi’s first lady, and because of this, things between her and her longtime boyfriend are diminishing. Loving Brasi with everything in her, but still drawing the line at their friendship, Lu’s able to balance it all out, until Brasi presents his truest feelings to her. A young street king and a self-made boss in his own right, Brasi Gibson is living the life. He’s got money, women, and anything materialistic at the tip of his fingers, but all of that means nothing to him without true love. Having always known that Lu was indeed made for him, Brasi doesn’t stress her personal life until it starts to get in his way. Accustomed to getting anything he wants, he feels as if Lu is no different and disregards everything in his way of having her. Breon is Lu’s younger sister and has pretty much been along for the ride. Never challenging Lu or getting involved in anything that has to do with the streets, Breon lives a pretty peaceful life. However, all of that is quickly dismissed once Brasi’s right hand man, Wren Moore, starts to pursue her. Street and as hood as they come, Wren is fearless and sees no boundaries when it comes to the things he wants. The only problem with that is, the one thing he really wants, he can’t have. Breon seems to fight him at every turn, but being the persistent young hustler that he is, he weakens her and quickly captures her heart. Find out just how far these men will go to obtain the heartbeat of their blocks.
My Baby Is A West Coast King 3
Shvonne Latrice - 2017
In the final installment, more revelations come to life, and unbearable truths are faced. Will the couples be able to make it out once and for all? Or will their actions prove to be too detrimental this time around?
You Had Me At Hello
Leondra LeRae - 2015
They both are traveling down two different paths in life but fate brings them together. For Breionna, it was love at first site but with Ziyon just getting out of a relationship, he's skeptical to jump into another. It doesn't take long before Ziyon realizes Breionna is exactly what he needs. But everything that's glitter isn't gold. Trust boundaries are broken and leaves both Breionna and Ziyon questioning if what they want and need is each other. Take a ride with this couple and find out if their love can withstand the trials and tribulations of life or if it's just better to let it all go.
Neva Seen a Thug Cry
Tamala Cornish - 2015
She lacked confidence and often shied away from everyone in the world except her grandmother and best friend, Noelle. The only time Simone isn’t afraid to shine is on the basketball court. Simone didn’t know the hidden beauty she possessed and probably never would have until she met Que. Que, a big-time drug dealer in the heart of Atlanta, had it made. He was handsome, wealthy and every nigga wanted to be him and every female wanted him. When he notices Simone, he makes up his mind that he has to have her. He brings out the best in Simone, all while keeping her a secret afraid of her interfering with his reputation. Will the unlikely pair find true love or will it lead to a devastating heartbreak?
Danity & Kayne: A Street Love In Miami
Antronette - 2016
She's the owner of a booming private school in Miami, her relationship with her man Mitchell is promising and life couldn't be any better. Or so she thought. A chance encounter with one of her students' father turned her world upside down. She never expected to fall for the King of the streets.Single father, Kayne Grant is feared by many and wears his title as Florida's Connect proudly. He rules the state with an iron fist like any Jamaican Rude Bwoy would. Nothing moves period, without his approval. He has a lot of money, power and respect. He also has his fair share of women. But when he meets the beautiful, complicated and feisty Danity, who also happens to be the owner of his daughters’ private school, she gives him a run for his money.Follow Danity and Kayne on their roller coaster ride of a relationship. What happens when a good girl falls for a Rude Bwoy? Will she be able to tame the beast in him? Or will his many women and ties to the streets tear apart their perfect fairytale?
Going Under
Adrian Thomas - 2015
After her mother is killed, she's left to live with her hateful grandmother. When her grandmother passes away, her aunt and uncle takes her in.She'll lose one of many people she has grown to love dearly, which will leave a huge dent in her heart. In the midst of it all she gets accepted into FAMU. She struggles to be the cream of the crop. Things take a drastic turn for the worst. Will Mahogany have to put her life on hold or will she be able to maintain? When all of the trouble arises the person that she least expects will be there to be her Clark Kent and save the day.
A Billionaire Finessed My Heart
K. Renee - 2018
Ciera and Ari have goals to accomplish, and nothing is going to stand in their way. Never having been in a real relationship, neither girl is equipped to deal with the extra emotions that it takes. So they think, but when they meet the Kassom brothers, all of that will change. Juelz Kassom, runs a billion-dollar drug empire and has decided to go legit. In his exit, he decides to leave the empire to his brother Zelan. Can Zelan handle the reigns? Juelz heart belongs to his deceased Fiancé Kenya, and their daughter Kari he has vowed to never love again. Until he comes face- to -face with the beautiful Ciera Voss, can Ciera break down those guarded walls around his heart? There are many snakes surrounding Juelz Empire, and personal life. Can he and Ciera’s romance stand the brewing storm coming their way? Zelan (Zel) Kassom has always followed the motto “I am my brother’s keeper ” his respect for his only brother is unimaginable. Ready to step up and become the King of New York. It was time; he was ready for the crown. Ever since, the breakup with his ex girlfriend, Zelan has no interest in a relationship. Until his encounters with Ari Voss, no matter how hard he tries to rid his mind of Ari, she plagues his every thought, his every move.