But when her soon-to-be husband is arrested with federal charges on her wedding day, her life takes a turn in the unexpected. With nowhere to go, she finds herself at the mercy of her best friend, Mona, and her husband, Memphis. But with the past that Memphis and Baby share, things begin to get even more complicated, and taboo emotions that Baby buried long ago threaten to come to the light. When she finds herself weak to resist love’s call, will she be strong enough to do what is right, or will she fall victim to the urgings of her heart?

    That was until Keylon committed the ultimate betrayal and Jalisa finally decided she’d had enough. She swore off trying to be with someone until she met Smoke. Smoke was probably the most gorgeous man she had laid eyes on. After experiencing heartbreak, Jalisa wasn’t sure moving on with Smoke was smart, until she realized she was connected with Smoke long before she laid eyes on him. Cortez ‘Smoke’ Campbell is hood royalty. After experiencing tragedy at a young age, Smoke did what he had to do to take the financial burden off of his Granny. Smoke is hesitant on giving his heart out until he and Jalisa ran into each other... literally. Being crossed by the last person he ever expected, Smoke realizes Jalisa is more for him than he could have ever imagined. Or is she? Even though they both had trust issues and were skeptical at first, Smoke and Gunz decided to give love a chance. Take a ride on this love journey to see if Jalisa is really ready to move on wholeheartedly or will her past destroy the new future she wants so desperately. Some say love conquers all, but does it?

    

    She looked at him. The man that had taken her heart and her freedom and she smiled. “My World.” For Emory life was good. He’d been able to leave the drug game behind and make a name for himself. One that would make his parents proud. One phone call changed his life and in an instant he was back to his old ways. Only it was a different game. Neveah lived a good life. She had all of the things that a woman could want but something was missing. After being betrayed by someone near and dear to her heart she finds herself even more lost. When she's taken away from everything she's ever known she finds herself genuinely happy for the first time in her life. But that happiness doesn't come easy and Neveah questions if its even real because she's falling for the same person that abducted her. This is a two part series.

    Following in the footsteps of great anthologies such as Zane "Sex Chronicles", Noire "G-Spot", Carl Weber "Around The Way girls" & EL James "Fifty Shades of Grey". THE BEARD GANG CHRONICLES is a collection of short stories comprised of steamy scenes, mind blowing passion, and a plethora of deliciously handsome bearded men who are sure to capture the minds and hearts of the readers within the first few pages. Join Team BKP as we take you on a sensual journey through four different stories, told from four different points of view, all for your reading pleasure.

    Shaniqua feels since she's his fiancee it's up to her to take care of him and she refuses to turn her back because of his condition. But will she be able to handle Ronny's mood swings? When she learns who her ex-fiance cousin is she debates if she should tell Ronny or not. She does and it's hell to pay for him! Brooke and Bino is sitting on cloud nine and nothing can bring them down. That is until Amber comes back with a banger that can possibly tear these two love birds apart. She has a secret and is threatening to share it with Brooke. But will her secret comes back and bite her in her own ass? Since Cornell has moved on with his life and started a new relationship with Kandi, Star finally realize everything that glitter isn't gold and leaving Cornell wasn't the best thing to do after all.."

    Infidelity. Greed. Wives of Atlanta's Biggest Ballers... All holding dark secrets...they're ratchet! Aria Married to ATL's biggest kingpin Czar, she is a paraplegic confined to the wheelchair for life after one of her husband's rivals shoots her. Still bitter about her predicament she cheats on Czar with Nokio, her husband's corner boy, and plots to take over his empire. Cipirana. Gorgeous BBW that's not appreciated by her husband Braxton, who is soon to be the mayor of Atlanta. After years of neglect, disrespect and abuse from Braxton she she takes comfort in Javi, Czar's right hand man. Apryl. She is Cipriana's little sister and an undercover detective cop. Apryl is also the wife of a former cop turned law school student by the name of Kazman. When Kazman is struck in a car accident and placed in a coma, Apryl is left to pay all of their bills. To help she takes on extra undercover work, investigating Czar. When she meets Czar she is immediately attracted to the powerful kingpin. But what about her husband in the coma? Mayeka Is a former stripper turned baby mama to one of the city's most powerful men, Braxton Nicks. Braxton Nicks is a councilman running for mayor who is also married to Cipriana. As Mayeka's son get's older the more she wants Braxton all to her self but she she is hiding a dark secret from him too. All four women's lives are entangled in this juicy tale of drama, lust and secrets. Are you ready for this crazy rollercoaster ride?

    Leodonis has a spot for him on the throne. Kenjay has a choice of accepting the crown or losing Latavia forever. Latavia is fed up with Kenjay’s secrets. She makes a decision that might end them for good. The twins are back! Sameer and Jameer turn against each other because of Jameer’s betrayal. Events take a turn into the deep end. Will forgiveness be too late before tragedy strikes? Shine has a new love interest but there is one problem. Caroline doesn't think anyone is good enough for her successful son. What lengths is a mother willing to take to keep her son from falling in love? Once Kenjay’s family meets the FAM his world is filled with twist and turns. When the families ties together they stick together, they become unstoppable. In this final installment more secrets, lies, and betrayal reveals. Hearts are broken and everyone has a past that will catch up to their future.

    After his older brother stepped down and passed him the throne, Ace is tasked with the difficulties of transitioning from being Underboss to H.N.I.C. The job was tough but flipping the culture of an established drug empire had to be done. His money along with his squad had his foremost attention for the longest time, all he wanted to do was get richer by any means necessary. He wasn't looking for love but there's always the exception to the rule.Bleu Majors was the exception to every rule. When he saw her, he knew he had to have her. She was gorgeous, smart, driven and he felt like she could handle a man of his caliber. But he forgot to read between the lines on the pages and took the woman off face value. You've heard of the saying don't judge a book by its cover right? The blue eyed beauty had an insatiable appetite for bad boys and the fast life, the rush of it all really did something to her. Ace offered her all of that in the most addictive way. But the problemwith living life in the fast lane, is that when you make it to your destination so quickly...you just might not be prepared. Follow them on this rollercoaster ride full of betrayal, steamy romance, lies, murder and deceit as they battle between love versus lust. Will love conquer all or will temptations get the best of the dynamic duo? You know what they say about those temporary fixes… Now ask yourself this question, are you ready for Ace & Bleu?

    Prince is a man that’s been bred from a different type of cloth. It’s the type of cloth that makes a woman want to always be wrapped up in it. From the moment Charm crossed paths with Prince she knew it was meant to be. Charm has been through more in her short life than anyone can imagine. Never in her wildest dreams did she think a “Prince” could love someone like her. On the other hand, Prince has fears of not being able to love her due to her past. Every hood has a love story but Prince and Charm’s is different. They come from two different worlds. He’s Hood Royalty and she has no idea what it’s like to be loved Royally. Follow Prince as he shows Charm love like a real hood nigga should. In the process she’ll learn this isn’t the typical Fairytale that starts in the Hood.

    

    Four brothers take her in and change her life forever. As Miya and these four men grow closer, relationships begin to change. What happens when Miya catches feelings for one of her best friends? Will she have the support from the others to pursue a relationship, or by chasing romance, will she break the bond between all of them? One thing's for sure, shorty fell for a boss.

    Noni's a good girl who wants more from Nike than he's willing to offer, so after graduation she runs to Atlanta to start college and get a fresh start from Nike after he's broken her heart not once, but twice. Nike loves her but he just can't seem to get things right so he pushes her out of mind and out of sight. But after 4 years of being gone Noni returns, not only running from an abusive ex but also because she has a secret and she needs Nike help. How will he deal with the bomb Noni drops on him? Will he man up? Or keep her buried in the past?

    She lives by the motto I rather know the truth then be hurt by a lie. She may not be happy with her situation but she accepts it because when she was down and out Blair was there to pick her up. After years go by the love fades and the only thing keeping her there is loyalty until she stumbles upon a rapper who show’s her love doesn’t always have to be so cold. Zaire Snow, better known as ‘Snow’ in the music industry is a walking’ sex symbol that makes the ladies scream and the guys gaze on in envy. Being a single father and selling millions of records isn’t an easy task for anyone who isn’t Snow. The love he has is only for his daughters and thats how he planned on keeping it until his dying day. A trip to his daughters school leads Snow into a steamy affair with Wynter. Lust at first sight & chills at first touch leaves Snow wondering if Wynter is worth the attempt at love & leaves Wynter wondering if she can do the unthinkable. Will Snow & Wynter be strong enough to step outside of their box or will they stick to their normal routine? Find out in the coldest love affair that you will ever read.

     Avion has the weight of the world on her shoulders. Everyone relies on her to hold it together and keep the family moving. But when she seeks a much-needed break, she finds herself stumbling into something that isn't easy for her to get out of. Samson has the world at his fingertips and isn't looking for a soul to share it with. When his best friend drags him out for a night of relaxation, he spots his forever. But when Avion runs off to return to her reality he stops at nothing to find her. Relinquishing themselves to love is easy, staying in love is the hard part. Can Avion and Samson climb the mountain and let love have the final say so, or will they falter and give up on everything love has to offer? Find out in Because Love Said So.