A victim of circumstance and deemed to be another poverty-stricken statistic, the odds were stacked against her and the hand Tonya was dealt since birth- displayed little to no hope. However, despite the forces against her and her lack of resources, Tonya managed to shuffle the deck and flip the cards in her favor. She learned to survive in the grimy streets of Chicago and gave herself a life her parents never could. Although she was the product of two beautiful disasters, there was a silver lining amongst the dark clouds; her grandmother and when she sees Tonya swaying in the wrong direction, she decides to step in. Determined not to lose her granddaughter to the streets, she ships her off to Atlanta with the hope of Tonya staying on the “straight and narrow”. But like a moth to a flame, Tonya seems to attract trouble and before long she’s caught in a twisted and deadly web that sends her running for comfort, in the only city she’s ever truly called home. Back in Chicago things are finally looking up as Tonya learns the truth about the man whom help conceive her and discovers he left her a small fortune. After all her pain and trials, Tonya finally feels she’s living the life she deserves. But when a new man forces his way into her world, will Tonya lose everything she’s gained, including her sanity? Or will the stranger help her become an even better woman? In Black Tonya, discover what happens when one woman’s dirty-little-secrets and family affairs catch up with her; and witness how that same woman’s determination to survive, led her down a path of pain, love, deceit and so much more. This African American, urban-romance by Patrice Balark and presented by Cole Hart, will keep you flipping pages from start to finish and leave you in shock.

    Her man ran the city, she lived in a home straight out of an urban fairytale, her bank account had no end and she was always rocking the finest of jewelry, clothing and bags. Women literally wanted to be Wynter, but all Wynter wanted to be was free. Loving Isaiah or Ice as the streets called, him wasn’t easy and came with a huge price. Wynter’s price was her best friend and sister, Rayne. Locking herself away from friends and the little family she had was Wynter’s solution to keep Isaiah’s violent behavior at bay. Being a prisoner in her own relationship came to an abrupt end and Wynter was finally able to be free. But not every fairytale has a happily ever after.

Meeting a man wasn’t in Wynter’s plans but that didn’t stop Supreme Harris from making sure those plans changed. The problem is, Supreme played by his own rules. Will Supreme be able to love Wynter pass the hurt or will he only help break her already fragile heart? With a new love on the horizon, people seem to forget that some love runs too deep to just walk away.

    

    This book is a part of a series, and the series is needed in order to understand. Thanks*Malcolm and Kyla Powers are the epitome of hood love. In the dictionary, their names and faces should appear beside the words loyalty and power. Instead, they are in the Philippines, on the run from the United States federal government, and the International Police (Interpol). If these agencies catch them, they will both face the death penalty for crimes they committed while running the criminal enterprise known as the Bankroll Squad. Malcolm and Kyla have been a thorn in the side of the FBI for several years; evading capture and pulling off several spectacular escapes. Frustrated and embarrassed by their inability to bring the infamous couple to justice, the FBI enlists the help of numerous individuals; from snitches to international bounty hunters. What happens when the Power Family meets two other powerful families, in similar circumstances as them? Two families from different parts of the world, with different beliefs and styles, who are on the run, and have been running for so long, that it s second nature. Two other families with so much power that it s almost the equivalent of 3 Bankroll Squads combined. Will the three power families team up and create a formidable union, the likes of which the world has never seen? Or will the three powerful dynasties clash and spontaneously combust? Find out, in this sizzling MUST READ novel!

    A mother who hates her, a father she never knew and trying to raise her 1 yr old sister Jezya; nothing for Xyla was easy. Determined not to become a product of her environment, Xyla does all she can to graduate with a full scholarship and leave Maryland behind her. A twisted night of events leads Xyla to Taej McCoy. Trying her hardest to fight the strong attraction between the two, it isn't long before she falls hard for him. Take this emotional ride with Xyla and Taej as their love is tested in more ways than one.

    Knowing this, how far will one go to get their happy ending? More importantly, who will they have to drag down in the process? Sherice is a gorgeous model-turned housewife who devotes her life to her husband Mr. Big and their 3 year old daughter. She knows her husband occasionally has other women but as long as her house is taken care of and the women know their place, she turns a blind eye. However, she has a huge choice to make when a shocking secret threatens to ruin what she has worked so hard to build. Mariah is a sexy, sassy business woman who can take care of herself. She has only one weakness: Mr. Big. When she fell in love with him two years ago, she had no idea that he would come with so much baggage. She will soon find herself at a crossroad when one event throws her life off course, and she is left with a decision that will surely change her world forever. In a world of lies, sex, and deceit... can you truly be happy or will it always be too good to be true?

    She just wants to put the past behind her. But, with her pending pregnancy, and two men waiting to see who’s the father, it seems like the drama is never-ending. Feeling betrayed and unforgiving of the fact that Qua almost killed her, Amauri stays with Trap, and she’s certain that that’s where she wants to be. It seems like everyone but her is convinced of that. With her brothers, Qua, and Trap all beefing, it seems like everyone is forgetting the bigger picture—Amauri's unborn child and her happiness.  Amauri has reached her breaking point, and is unsure if a relationship with anyone is what she needs. However, it doesn’t stop the two for vying for her. Who’s the father, and who will win Amauri’s heart in the end? Sa’Ronnie had it all figured out with her and Rah. She was happy, and she thought their relationship was headed towards the next level. But, when tragedy strikes in Rah’s life, Ronnie is put on the back burner, which only leads her right back to where everyone knew she would end up. Now that Micah is home and trying to be a changed man, he’s ready to show Ronnie that he’s the one for her. He puts his all into their relationship, showing her that any man is willing to change for the right woman, but is Ronnie ready to be the change that he needs. A second chance at loves is everyone’s hopes even it if it isn’t with whom you expected.

    With a murder conviction looming over his head, Fonz has run out of options. He is desperate to escape his current situation, until he is presented with an idea to help get him released from prison. The only person that can help him with his present predicament is his fiancée, Stefani. Stefani loves Fonz with every fiber of her being, but she is unsure if she could participate in his ploy to get him released. She wants nothing more than to have him home with her, but the reality of what he’s asking of her is too much to bear. When trying to hold Fonz down goes terribly wrong, Stefani is placed in danger that may result in her death. Dash is a well-respected businessman that is all about his family. When his brother, Tres, falls into some trouble, Dash stops at nothing to ensure his safety. But when Tres decides to do the opposite of what Dash advises, he’s put in a position where his safety may be in jeopardy.

    After being gunned down during the opening of the center honoring her daughter’s memory, Yvonne awakes alive and more determined than she’s ever been to have the persons responsible for her pain and suffering brought to justice. Relentless in her quest to help other girls that find themselves in situations similar to Sophia’s and to bring attention to her cause, she’s gains an enemy in the Cartel; who are just as determined to eliminate the threat she’s become. Willing to risk it all, Yvonne continues in her fight, regardless of the cost; but will she pay with her life?

    Kwenya and Ashanta are now happy and expecting their first child, but the people around them still haven't found their happily ever after.     Desi and Bishop are at the end of their relationship. A series of crisis seems to be the norm for the hood's favorite couple. With life changing events, the couple is left wondering if they should go their separate ways.   Serene, is now a newly divorced woman and expecting her first child. Her ex-husband is not ready to close that chapter yet and is doing whatever it takes to get his first love back. After tragedy strikes, will the two put aside their differences and remember why they fell in love in the first place? Another man is trying to win Serene's heart but will he succeed? Yolo is a ladies man and is known for his playa ways. Settling down is a challenge for, Yolo. That is until he meets the one person who challenges him. When Tragedy strikes leaving him fighting for his life, who will remain by his side?    In this last installment of the series, there will be a lot of heart break, back stabbing and finding new love. Secrets are exposed and so are backstabbing friends. Get ready to see how these men separate themselves from the real and the lames.

    They never cross that line with each other, but when Cupid’s arrow struck them, things change drastically. Both in their separate relationships, their friendship gets tested when being so close to each other causes trouble. Heaven wants to be in a relationship with her man, Reese, but can’t deny the feelings she has for Rome.He was struggling to find himself. Rome was fresh home from jail and determined to do something with his life. He’s putting everything on the line, and hoping that he could have his cake and eat it too. He doesn’t want to lose Heaven as a friend, but he also wants her to be happy. Temptations were getting to the both of them, and being in the Friend Zone is no longer an option for them.Tune in to this epic Standalone, and find out if Heaven, and Rome can come out on top. Lies are told, secrets are revealed, and jealousy comes into the picture. Will Rome and Heaven say F#*K A Friend Zone or will the hood get the best of them.

    Styles', Cold as Ice - Pepper Thomas is a straight A student living in a rough part of Southeast Washington DC, who manages to stay away from drugs, violence and crime. That is, until next-door neighbor and drug dealer Ice's home is robbed. With newfound evidence that can be held for ransom, can Pepper be as Cold as Ice?

    Almost thirty years old, with a three-year-old son who worships the ground he walks on, a pregnant girlfriend whose family hates every breath he takes, and a slain best friend whose death racks him with guilt, Jermaine realizes it's time to change. But can he step up to the challenge, or will he continue to be a Trouble Man?

    Taffy Douglas, the real bitch in charge, is the mama of three sexy, smart and highly creative daughters who use their skills with Internet video porn to make paper. Chyna, Karrine and Simone have a hands-off approach when it comes to men, and they prefer to handle their business with high-dollar Ballers who are willing to pay up for a sneak peek at the sisters from the other side. Whenever the rules are broken and their true identities are revealed, the sisters find themselves in many sticky situations that have consequences. But if Mama has to come to the rescue, shit will hit the fan and the bond they all have will come tumbling down.

    With their families torn apart from the vicious life of the streets, Sunshine & Rain find each other living with the same foster mother, Cathy, who has a secret life of her own.