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Dope Boys and the Women that Love 'Em


Tiece - 2013
    When an unexpected trip to Miami, Florida goes horribly sour, the best friends find themselves working together in a way that they vowed never to do. Malcolm undeniably loves his girlfriend, Diamond, but a higher authority threatens to end their happily ever after union. With stressors making his life more difficult after proving to be dishonorable, yet again, he must decide if staying in the game is worth his relationship or if he should cut his ties and walk away. Russell spoils his wife with all things luxury, but only in hopes that she’d one day forgive him for his infidelity and open her heart back up to him. After forming an unlikely alliance, he feels that his luck is about to change for the better, but he’s unaware that it’s only a lure to pull him deeper in a world of monstrous intentions that will be much harder to get out of. The loyal becomes distrustful and the weak becomes the prey. No one is safe unless you’re at the top, but even then, someone is lurking to remove you of your position and by any means necessary. Dope Boyz isn’t your ordinary Dope Tale, but it is a hot new romance series that’s sure to leave you staggered in thoughts of what’s next to come…

A Thug's Wife (Full Length Novel)


Shan - 2013
    They live normal lives just like everyone else. Zaria is ride or die for her husband Quasym. She believes in holding her man down to the fullest extent. But when Quasym becomes sick of his wife being the one to hold him down, he forces his way into the game bringing his best friend Devon along with him. Quasym is suddenly the King of the South and is seeing money that he had never expected. With his sudden change in status, he and his wife Zaria are hit with one thing after another. Yessenia and Devon are happily married. Yessenia is a hair stylist who does everything a wife is supposed to do for her husband. She believes in catering to her man's every need. But when she finds out that her husband is holding on to secrets, Yessenia ends up caught in a web of lies that could cost both her and Devon their lives. Cherie is young and full of life. All she wants is to marry a man with money and to be taken care of. When her love life isn't going as expected, she becomes jealous of her sister Zaria. She's desperate for a mate and will do anything to have one. But what happens when her get rich schemes begin to backfire? These three women have to deal with the drama, lies, betrayal, and even murder....but will being a thug's wife become too much for them?

Thugs Need Love


Jahquel J. - 2015
    But, the men in their life can't say the same thing about their relationship with these ladies. As the old saying goes, with more money come more problems. Diamond and Justice have been together since they were in Jr. high school. Going from rags to riches they took different career paths. Diamond became the hottest female rapper in the industry and Justice is the top King Pin in New York. Justice is making more money than he knows what to do with it. He has women throwing themselves at him all day long, but the only person he wants is his fiancé, Diamond. Between touring, appearances and working on her new album, Diamond barely has time for Justice. When Justice finds out Diamond isn’t only entertaining her fans while on the road, will he leave? Lance and Justice have been friends since kindergarten. When Justice and Diamond hooked up, it was only right that he and Diamond's best friend, Noble, hooked up as well. Noble is the top producer in New York and is high in demand everywhere else. Always on the road with Diamond, she loves to put her work before Lance and their son. When Lance starts eyeing his new DJ that starts working at his club, nothing will ever be the same. Indigo is the hottest DJ straight from Miami. She moved to New York to start a new job as the co- host of a popular radio show. When she lands a night gig for a popular nightclub, she starts eyeing her boss, Lance. Not being one to ever play second, Indigo ignores Lance’s advances and focuses on her career. But, how long will she be able to ignore his advances? Naomi has had a crush on Justice since they met three years ago. Justice has seen Naomi at her worst, but still holds her in the friend zone. Tired of being alone, Naomi starts a relationship that isn’t all that good for her and full of secrets. Will she come out winning?

Stuck On Stupid:4: Game Over


Apryl Cox - 2015
    As the world turns, the drama just keeps on spinning! Continue to travel down this road of love, hate, laughter, and beast-mode with all your favorite characters—Truth and Tori, Maine and Jazzie, Hot Nasty, CeCe, Eric, Doc and Momma Hattie! Find out why they’re saying Game Over!

Hood Love


Leondra LeRae - 2012
    The chance meeting of Capo turns things from upside down to good all around. Take a ride with Jonnae as she realizes your first love isn't always real love & that hood love can be a good love.

When a Rich Thug Wants You


Pebbles Starr - 2014
    But things really get interesting when Caesar and his boy Canyon come into the picture. These rich thugs have always been ones to get whatever they want--even sexy, stubborn women who think they can't be tamed!

Bottom Bitch Rises


Racquel Williams - 2013
    Things took a turn for the worst when she came face to face with evil and was left for dead. She soon realizes that only the strong will survive in this wicked world. She must become as treacherous as the environment that raised her if she wants to keep her man and stay alive. Shayna Jackson is a scorned woman with deadly intentions. She vows to get the woman that has come between she and her husband’s money. Armed with personal secrets of the other woman, she put her devious plans into motion. She also sets out to show her husband that games were for kids and Mrs. Jackson was not to be played with. Alijah Jackson is faced with his own demon. He’s trying to get away from his wife and start a relationship with his bottom bitch. He became oblivious to the fact that being the king of the streets has deadly consequences. Friends become enemies and loyalty is a thing of the past. He will have to use his knowledge of the streets and killer mentality if he’s trying to stay alive and free. Take a journey through the gritty streets of Richmond, as the plot thickens and the trio realized that that fairy tale is a mere myth in the hood. Who can they trust? No one but God!

Trapstar


Blake Karrington - 2011
    A constant reminder of her mother’s indiscretions, Brianna is unwilling to continue to be the target of her step father’s anger. She leaves her suburban life style for the streets of Charlotte NC. In true Charlotte faith Brianna is linked up with Treshawn Nash, a local hustler. Tre has lived the alternate life; raised by his grandmother who showered him with love in the midst of violence, drugs, and poverty. The two are made for each other. Brianna provides the genuineness and innocence Tre has longed for. While he gives Bri the unconditional love she desperately needs. However, when tragedy strikes their world is turned up side down.

Trap-A-Rella


Tony Steele - 2013
    And when her soon-to-be husband, Trevan "TC" Clayton, is shot to death right in front of her on the night he proposes to her, her life takes a dramatic turn for the worse. TC's mother gives all her son's worldly possessions away—including he and Nisey's Florissant suburban home—to a two-bit con-artist/ex-pimp turned reverend. Nisey is left with no other choice but to move back to the drug-infested Section 8 apartments of St. Louis' JVL.Stripped of the ghetto fabulous lifestyle, Nisey and her girlfriends pick up the scale and baggies to turn their misfortunes into a fortune. Quickly, she and her clique of "Trap-A-Rellas" become the talk of the Lou, and just as fast as she reaches the top, schemes are set in place to knock her back down.

You Could Do Damage


C. Monet - 2018
    Big sister and guardian of her family, she is thrown to the world without a harness, no guidance, and no help. Dahlia is not afraid to get her hands dirty or do the unthinkable to make sure her and her sister aren't separated. Love is foreign and get it by any means reigns supreme for her. Raising her sister was her only concern, but as her sister Deja prepares to set sail on her own journey, Dahlia is forced to focus on picking up the pieces and finding her own way. What was supposed to be a favor for his little brother turns into so much more as Ty'Key spends time peeling back the layers of Dahlia Starks. Ty' Key Patterson is handsome, strong, and willing to suffer the catastrophe of any damage Dahlia brings his way as long as she is. Both alike in so many ways, they run into different situations that could not only damage them personally but damage a long-standing friendship. Will they be able to clean up the damage or crumble like ashes scattered amongst the rubbish?

Rap Star Wifeys Miami: Season 1


Love N. Lee - 2013
    When given the opportunity to collaborate with popular rapper AK, she can’t believe her luck. But a taste of the limelight comes with consequences… ones her newfound fortune and fame may not be able to pay.Lavisha yearned for the good life since growing up in the rough neighborhood of Deepside. When she hooked up with rapper Yamajesty Brown as a teenager, she became acquainted with the good life. However, tolerating his drama and growing drug habit isn’t worth it… or is it?Sonya has always believed if it’s too good to be true, it probably is… even when it comes to her man, Amari “AK” King. She has the perfect man in him but her insecurity threatens their relationship. After a tragedy, Sonya feels them growing further apart and suspects that another woman has stolen his heart. Is it just her imagination? Sonya’s determined to find out and she’s not giving up without a fight.This juicy tale proves that being the wifey to a rap star comes with more than just exotic cars, designer clothes, and money… the material possessions that are bragged about in songs. It’s deeper than rap… this is reality… everything is not always as it seems.

If Your Girl Only Knew


Kenya Moss - 2014
    It was only natural that she pursue a career that allows her to analyze other people's business and get paid for it. The tables turn when she must decide between her job or loyalty when information told to her by one of her patients causes a life or death situation for one of her best friends. Natalie - Natalie and Lewis have been happily married for several years. Aside from his baby mama drama, their life together has been good. That is until Monica decides she wants Lewis for herself. Monica shows herself a viable threat by sabotaging, manipulating, and seducing Lewis. She is determined to get this man. May the best bitch win! Lyn - Three months away from her wedding date all hell breaks loose. The man she thought was her knight in shining armor is showing signs of major deceit. Derrick is staying out all night and behaving suspiciously. Lyn sets out to find out what he's up to. What she finds out turns her world upside down! These three friends cope through lies, betrayal, and continuous DRAMA. Get ready for a sleepless night. The drama is so intense in this page turner that you won't be able to put it down!

Queen of the Trap Toledo


Hydiea - 2018
    The degree’s and lifestyle they had planned for her was decent, but it wasn’t what she wanted. GiGi wanted more. She was born in Maumee, Ohio on the outskirts of the Toledo, which was also known as the Mud. She was tired of the wealthy lifestyle that she was born into; she wanted excitement, drama, and action. Tecumseh gave GiGi exactly what she was craving, plus some. She began running the whole city at the age of 18, not because that’s what she wanted to do, but because she was on a mission to avenge the death of the love of her life. Flex was gone, and she was determined to keep his name alive through her. He wasn’t alive to check niggas, so she quickly filled those shoes for him. If they didn’t know about GiGi, if they haven’t heard about GiGi, they better ask somebody! She’s nothing to be played with!

Who Wants That Perfect Love Story Anyway 3


Natavia - 2018
    Cam suspects that something is going on between the two. Alita has an agenda to drive Cam away. Does it work? Corey and Tee-Tee have it out and are at the end of their relationship. Corey drives Tee-Tee into another man's arms. Myla will not give up on keeping Corey in her life. She uses the baby she is pregnant with to have a hold on him. Corey gets pushed over the edge with everything between Myla and Tee-Tee that he does the unthinkable. Jamie and Killa are happily in love until Ashaun interferes and changes the course of their relationship. Jamie is put in a position where she has to do the unthinkable. Quayla comes back into Killa's life to try and mend his broken heart. But the problem is that Killa is not over Jamie. Ashaun doesn't want Jamie to be happy because he is not happy with Cali. Ashaun does something that might cause him to get kicked out of the FAM. Jealous exes can't let go. When tragedy strikes who will remain in love. In this final part will love conquers all. Who will have their perfect love story?