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Tru Love


Bree - 2016
    When Tru’s parents are murdered they become closer than ever. What happens when Tru and Sincere fall for the two people who they don’t want to love? Each other. Sincere is about to be the King of New York and has plans on taking over Miami. With family secrets surfacing and jealousy rising will he succeed or will someone he trusted his life with be his downfall? True love is hard, but it’s even harder when you’re running from it.

You're Going to Miss Me When I'm Gone


A'zayler - 2017
    She’s pretty, educated, successful, faithful, and anything else you could add that would make up perfection. She’s the well-rounded beauty who most men would want in their corner. The fun loving girlfriend that sticks by your side, no matter what. Through good times and bad, she’s the one who never folds. The one who is going to have your back through any and everything, which is why she doesn’t understand her longtime boyfriend Bandit’s refusal to be faithful. One tear after the next, Skye sheds them continuously. It’s like no matter what she does, it’s never good enough for him, and for the life of her, she can’t figure out why. Bandit is a young ladies man who continues to take advantage of every pretty woman that looks his way. A thriving entrepreneur with nothing but money and time on his hands, Bandit chooses to use it on women. Though he has Skye and she’s the best thing that’s ever happened to him, he still can’t settle down. He’s relived one failed attempt at being faithful after another, and now he’s ready to give up. Why be with a woman if you can’t make her happy is his motto, but what’s he to do when he runs into the one female who refuses to give up? Bandit and Skye are both too blinded to see the road in front of them, but are quickly faced with a hard reality when friends become lovers, and lovers become enemies. Now whose turn is it to hold on?

Blood of a Boss: The Moreno Family


Askari - 2014
    Now, at the age of 23, his sole ambition is to lock down the streets of Philly and reclaim the power and glory his estranged father once possessed. Unfortunately, the only thing standing in his way is the grandfather he never knew existed. As Sonny begins his bloody rise to prominence, the concept of family falls by the wayside and murder reigns supreme. Love turns to hate and some who claim to be loyal commit indelible acts of treason. Will Sonny's bloodline be the cause of his success or the root of his downfall? Either way, the streets of Philly will never be the same.

A Loyal Heart Betrayed


Toy - 2017
    He wastes no time trying to find out who framed him for a grizzly double murder. He finds that the clues lead to people close to home. Will he still choose to kill the men responsible for him losing his freedom even if that will hurt the people that he loves? Spook Crawford and Jet Johnson have been friends since the sandbox. Jet knows the real meaning "Blood Makes Us Related, Loyalty Makes Us Family". Jet has been in love with Tanae since adolescents. His first priority is to keep her safe and ensure that she lives out her dreams. When his relatives actions threaten Tanae well-being will Jet choose his relatives or his family. Tashena and Tanae Crawford were born into the world as twins however nothing about their personality would even suggest they are even related. Tashena Crawford is a young girl looking for love in all the wrong places after the death of her parents. She thinks she's found someone that loves her as much as she does him. Only to find out that he may have used her as a spawn to inflict more damage on her already fragile family causing them to be apart even more. Will she choose to give her loyalty to the man that has her heart or her brothers and family? Tanae Crawford is on her way to college until she sees everything the family is going through. Fighting with herself to decide if she should go to college or stay until the family gets back to normal. Will she decide to put her wants and needs first or will she let what's happening with her family dictate her next move? In life, there are decisions that are easy to make and some harder than anyone could imagine. The Crawford clan was always taught to face things head on. They don't know how to deal with things that have their mind and hearts going in two opposite directions. This is a story of love, betrayal, secrets, and snakes so get ready for the ride.

Lil Baby Ridin' For A Hitta: A Standalone Novel


Myia White - 2017
    For reasons beyond her Blue can’t seem to get his life together and love her the right way. She has hope for her relationship until Blue becomes more of a hassle instead of her man. Blue’s inconsiderate ways drives her into the arms of a friend. Blue secretly sees this friend as competition cause Blue knows he can’t compete where he doesn’t compare. Trench is a hustler that has life figured out but not without a couple of war wounds. He focuses on his money and finding ways to improve himself. Out of the blue his life is turned upside down when his friend needs his help. Knowing better than to get his heart involved he’s left wondering how does he get his peace of mind back. With Anika finding a new love interest in her friend Trench, Blue is left on the outside and he’s not feeling it. He has a plan and if Anika doesn’t get with the program he will do everything in his power to make Anika Suffer the consequences. Lil Baby Ridin’ For a Hitta is about finding the right person to ride for and showering them with your love. Don’t get it twisted though because anyone who stands in the way of Lil Baby Ridin’ for her man will meet the Hitta himself and be left breathless.

She's Crushin' on a Savage


Danielle May - 2017
    But that all changes when her best friend, Gia, invites her to a party which is hosted by her older brother, Christian, and Alana’s first crush that she never fully got over. Christian is a sexy asshole, with a no-nonsense attitude that women tend to flock to, even though he gives them his ass to kiss. At twenty-six, he is a successful entrepreneur that lives by the motto ‘if you want something, you should grind until you get it,’ which he applied to every aspect in his life. But he never thought that that would include a person that he only saw as his little sister’s friend, until he starts seeing her in a new light. After that night, Christian peruses Alana with a vengeance. Will Alana continue to run from the possible thought of being hurt again, or will Christian be the one that makes her question everything she knows about what love truly means?

SHOULD’VE CHOSE ME


OCTAVIA GRANT - 2017
    As the old cliche goes, "If I can't have you know one will". This couldn't be more true as Kelli attempts to rid her best friend Symone of everything she loves, just to settle an old debt that Symone is not even aware exist. Kelli made it her business to become Symone's best friend as teenagers, simply because she knew a secret that no one, except the original parties involved, knew about. Now nearly 20 years later, "Operation Destroy Symone", is well under way. Will Kelli succeed in destroying Symone, or will her hard work backfire?

I Got a Love Jones


Ebony Diamonds - 2017
    India, the spoiled younger sister, has a chip the size of Texas on her shoulder. As far as she’s concerned, anybody can get it. She does what she wants when she wants and to whom she wants. Family, loyalty, and friendship are all things that she no longer believes in. It’s India’s world and everyone better know it. Milan is the “good” sister. At twenty years old, she is in her third year at UCLA, and a model daughter to her hardworking mother. Naturally shy and quiet, Milan has become used to people walking all over her. However, when she catches the eye of Cain Wilson, the star football player, and NFL prospect, he helps her to realize her worth. With Cain’s help, Milan’s confidence soars, and she is no longer the mousy little pushover that everyone knows. Cain Wilson has the world at his fingertips. Whether he chooses the NFL, medical school, or even the family drug business, his future will be bright. Cain has one weakness, and that is women. Cain is drawn to Milan from the moment he lays eyes on her. Before he can pursue her, a conniving little birdy fills his head with lies, and he decides that Milan is not worthy of his time and effort. What’s done in the dark always comes to light, and Cain eventually uncovers the truth about Milan. Unfortunately, he finds out after India announces that she is pregnant by him, and Milan returns to an old love. In light of their circumstances, Cain and Milan must settle for friendship when they both want more. Will the two of them find a cure for their Love Jones or will they cross that line?

BLACKOUT


Jessie Blade - 2015
    Expensive cars, clothes and a million dollar home. All afforded by her husband NFL Superstar Quarterback Keith Nickels. But her dreams quickly fade to black when she discovers what Keith has been hiding. Tasha Keith’s ex-lover and mother to his children is on a mission to destroy Keith at any cost. Jealousy, deception and murder are sure to follow as Tasha attempts to ruin Keith and take Shirley’s dreams for her own. Will Shirley settle and humbly accept Keith’s past as a mistake? Or will she get her clean hands dirty trying to cover up her own?

Trap Fever: Addicted to Dope Boys


M.J. Cannabliss - 2017
    For too long she’s endured hurt and betrayal from the men in her world, and instead of getting tired of love, she gets even. She’s been having an affair with ex-boyfriend Cali, but decides to end it when she comes to terms that she still wants to be with her boyfriend Savage, who hasn’t exactly been faithful either. It’s only a matter of time before the two men face off, and Aleesha can’t do anything to stop it. The day of her last affair with Cali, she and her illicit lover get followed, and later that night the drama reaches the ultimate climax. *Publisher's Note: This book was formerly titled "She Don't Get Tired"

Bitter Bitches


Bridgette I'esha - 2015
    However, one friend’s betrayal is likely to cause years of their friendship to go down the drain. Watch as secret’s turn worlds upside down in this page turning drama filled, hood story. Paris is a caseworker at Social Services. After coming across her boyfriend, Legend’s name on a client’s case as the father of another woman's child, will she continue to ride for her man? Or, will she leave him in the dust? Sanai and Knowledge seems like the perfect couple to those on the outside. But truth be told, they are far from perfect. Sanai has suspicions that Knowledge is cheating once again, but with who is the worst part of it all. Jade has betrayed her best friend, Sanai in the worst way by sleeping with her boyfriend Knowledge. Will Jade break up Sanai’s happy home and go from side-chick to wifey? Or, will she end up hurting her own feelings by being so envious? Bitter Bitches will take you on wild journey that can only lead to nothing but drama and mayhem.

A Secret Worth Keeping: Deleted Scene


Lakisha Johnson - 2014
     5,000 additional words completed with sex, lies, and secrets A preview of Part 2 raw, unedited, and edge of the seat drama Follow Lakisha Johnson on social media: Instagram @KishaJohnson Twitter @_LakishaJohnson

Shorty Fell In Love With A Dope Boy 2


A.J. Dix - 2017
    Fearing for her safety, as well as the safety of her unborn baby, Kiarra’s stuck trying to think of a way to get out untouched. But, when a stranger by the name of Kodi unknowingly saves her life, Kiarra finds herself trying to return the favor. Meet Kodi Anderson. She’s been with her boyfriend, Gates, for six years, and it’s been everything but a fairytale. Gates has a problem with drinking, cheating, and keeping his hands to himself, to put icing on the cake. When Gates moves them to Chicago from Iowa to work with Church and Tre, he made a promise to Kodi that he’ll change his ways for the better. Can he keep that promise, or will Kodi’s love story end in tragedy? Lauren felt unlucky with love when it came to her relationship with Tre. But, when she met up and coming rapper, Banks, he opened her eyes, and her heart, to give love a try again. Everything seems on the up for the couple until they’re faced with Banks ex-girlfriend, who doesn’t seem to know how to let go. Does Banks prove that he’s too good to be true, or can he fight temptation to keep him and Lauren’s relationship afloat? “You don’t know what you have until it’s gone.” That statement rang true for Church when it came to how he felt about Kiarra. Not ready to accept that he lost his for good, Church snatched Kiarra, not thinking about the consequences of his actions. With a pregnant girlfriend, and a daughter at home, will Church have a change of heart, or will his obsession with Kiarra turn deadly for him, and those around him?

Stupid Young


DE'SHA BUSHELL - 2014
    She has always ran to her sister when she couldn't take it anymore. Shonique decides to move in with her sister and her family. Her brother in-law starts giving her special attention; she knows she should resist his advances but she can't. The guilt consumes her. He teaches her things as they vow to keep this secret from his wife and her sister. Will their decision to deceive her sister catch up with her?

Veronica


Mr. 777 - 2015
    Soon her cousin shows her exactly what she saw and how to utilize it to her benefit. Eventually, Ronnie develops into a young woman physically and somewhat mentally, and ventures off into the life of a Diva, or what is believed to be a Diva in her family. Soon she faced with an all too common dilemma. Abuse. Before she knows it, she loses her dad, and goes out in search of a father figure. What she finds is nothing of the sort. What she finds and experiences forces her to flee to another city where she runs into Mainyac, and old friend. Just when she believes she found the man of her dreams, all hell breaks loose.