For as long as she could remember, she had been treated like royalty, and given any and everything she wanted. Unfortunately, traumatic events from her childhood places a thin sheet of ice over her battered heart, making it hard for her to truly fall in love, despite being in a two-year relationship with her party-promoting boyfriend, Orlando. Deceit from the first man she’s ever loved made Caprice slow to trust. So, when she finds herself smitten by Detroit’s biggest rap artist, Gunna she taken aback and has a hard time accepting that she had indeed fallen in love, and with someone other than her boyfriend. Trey ‘Gunna’ Hayes grew up in the slums, where it was either kill or be killed. Refusing to end up dead in the streets, he did what anybody growing up in the hood with a heart would do—he survived the only way he knew how to, Luckily for Gunna, free-styling on the block led him to what would eventually turn into a very profitable and successful rap career. A rap career that ultimately led him straight to Caprice, who was in a relationship when he first laid eyes on her, swaying her shapely hips to the beat of one of his hottest tracks. He didn’t care about her relationship—when he saw her, he decided he had to have her. Starr, Caprice’s best friend, finds herself in a tough spot when her drug dealing boyfriend Mace proposes to her. That would be all fine and dandy if Starr wasn’t sleeping with one of the corner boys from the hood. Instead of telling Mace no like she should have, Starr accepted his proposal because despite what he couldn’t do for her in bed, he could do a lot for her financially. Precious, another one of Caprice’s childhood friends, has been recklessly—or blindly—in love with her unemployed boyfriend, Derek, for the past five years. When he’s down on his luck, Precious steps up in a way that most women wouldn’t. What she thought was the ultimate scheme ends up being her greatest downfall. Angel is the quiet one in the clique, who’s harboring a few secrets of her own. Stuck in a dead-end relationship with her abusive boyfriend puts her in a deep depression that no one knows about. Will Caprice’s relationship with Orlando survive with Gunna on the prowl? Will Gunna’s reckless background hinder his rap career? Will Precious’s conniving ways lead to the death of her? Will Angel find the strength to finally leave her boyfriend? Find out how it all unfolds between the drama filled pages of Recklessly In Love with a Detroit Bad Boy.

    Knowing the kind of man that her ex is, Icelynn fears for her daughter but AD is right there by her side ready for whatever. In his heart, Isis is a Maler, and everyone knows what happens when you cross a Maler. When they realize that Salem is closer than they think, they will do anything to get to him, but will they get to him before he does the unthinkable? Lost is just one of the many emotions that Cassidy feels when he hears about what happened to his mother. His temper seems to be spiraling out of control until Key forces her way into his life. She helps him sort his feelings while being everything that he needs, while fighting demons of her own. When her truth lands on their doorstep will Cassidy be able to accept her flaws and all? Kahleno just wants to enjoy his life with Sutton, Kahlil and his twins growing in Sutton’s belly, but life seems to have another plan for him and his family. With Siya’s life hanging in the balance and Isis missing, the Maler family is in total disarray and he feels like it’s his job to fix it and by any means necessary. Mega has done things in his past that he wasn’t proud of and it feels as if Karma is coming at him full force in the form of Ziva. Ziva has a hard on for anyone with the last name Maler and she’s determined to bring them all down. Starting with the glue that holds the family together, Siya. Will they be able to stop her before she succeeds in what she always wanted or will Siya have to pay the ultimate price for loving a Maler?

    What you think is love, is truly not. You need to elevate and find." - Eve No one knew more about love than Capone Elliott. Since a little girl dressing up in her princess dresses and wearing her mothers' heels, she knew that falling in love with Prince Charming was in her destiny. Going off to college, she spared no time opening her heart to the first man that seemed worthy of her love. Her heart was desperate to find that happily ever after love she'd been reading about all her life. However, when she stumbled upon Travis Graham, she ignored the warning that not every frog will turn into a prince. Unlike Capone who chased after love, Pacino Luciano wanted no parts of it. Focused on expanding the Luciano Cartel throughout the south, Pacino never thought that one late night of driving out in the country would cross his path with a woman from his past. Being the enforcer in the streets kept Pacino's heart on ice. The first time he crossed paths with Capone, she carried more baggage than he desired to deal with, but he always promised himself that if by chance she came back into his life, he would try his hand at that thing called love. Capone wanted rainbows and roses. Pacino murdered without remorse. Two people from two separate worlds having one common need. Each other. Hearts are tied, and two families are merged in hopes of keeping the other alive. What will happen when lines are drawn and the truth is revealed? *Please note: This is a 76,000 word urban romance standalone novel.*

    In part three, the couple attempts to find their happy place and navigate through their ever so complicated lives, despite the many roadblocks thrown their way. Will the love Draylah and Ricky AK have for one another survive the many things trying to tear them down? Or will they both realize that maybe they're both too problematic to have a future together? The rest of the couples resurface, with one relationship being tested due to too many secrets, and the other continuously falling apart; one happily letting go and the other refusing to. There is also a new budding romance in between the pages, but like everyone else, no union is a smooth ride and there are some big speed bumps in the way.

    Asim and Kyori were slowly building something great, which meant learning to trust. Unfortunately, that also meant full disclose with matters of the heart. Asim finds himself attempting to protect the bond that he and Kyori have built but keeping secrets, even with the best intentions proves to be a disaster of the best kind.Not only does Asim find himself stuck in the middle of relationship woes, he also lands right in the middle of a street war that should have never existed. When Amir is shot, its Asim’s job to rectify the situation and ensure it never happens again.Amir’s wounds have nothing on the damage done to his ego when he has to sit idle and allow his older brother to seek revenge for the bullets which could have ended his life. Bad choices could have cost him everything and now his brother is on the frontline making sure the streets know just how costly of a mistake it was to come for a Nour.To make matters worse, the one woman who has stolen Amir’s heart, no longer wants to allow him access to hers.Misunderstandings can ruin the best of relationships but love should conquer all. At least that’s what most say, but the Nour brothers are realizing that only proves true when the women they’re willing to lay it all on the line for are willing to do the same proving that they’re Loyal to Their Love.

    

    Every time he pulls away, something goes array and sucks him back in. A natural born leader and peace maker, he gives himself two months to be free from the streets while saving every dollar he can to fulfill the promise he made to himself. Taj Ali Adams has a bright future ahead of her and an undeniable light that everyone around her wants to protect, especially her older brother. With tragedy lingering around her, the light that shined so bright goes dim. Taj is forced to adjust to a whole new world after her father packs them up and moves unexpectedly. In a haze, Taj questions everything. Then fate steps in and guides two souls to each other. But the question is, will fate play fair and bring back Taj’s light to be a guide or will it diminish forever? Find out in Indigo Haze: Thug Love is the Best Love.

    There will be two books for these characters. Protecting the family has been ingrained in the Pattels since they practically came out the womb. Whatever sacrifices they make or laws they're forced to break is done without hesitation. When Lorenzo is tasked with a way to gain control of the new District Attorney, he does what he does best: Research the subject, weigh the pros and cons, and come up with a plan. Jeffrey Mills can't be bought or intimidated. So Lorenzo finds another way. He discovers Jeffrey’s weak spot. His daughter, Cecilia “CeeCee” Mills. The encounter starts off as a means to end, but somewhere down the line, it develops into so much more. CeeCee falls head over heels in love with him, and he...well, there is something about her that just won’t let him walk away. However, once she discovers the real reason he targeted her over a year ago, they experience the first real challenge in a relationship built on lies and deceit. Lo readily admits he has feelings for her, but is that enough to overcome the obstacles that a Pattel and the daughter of the District Attorney face? CeeCee will eventually be forced to make a choice between Lorenzo and Jeffrey Mills; that fact is unavoidable. For the Pattels, loyalty is everything; family above all else. When a situation arises where only one of them can come out on top, they’re forced to play the cards they’re dealt and let the chips fall where they may. National Best Selling author S.K. Hardy continues the Pattel saga with Lorenzo & CeeCee’s story. Take this thrilling, sexy journey with S.K. and ride it to the end. You won’t be disappointed. **Warning: This book is an erotic romance novel. It contains strong sexual language and themes that is not appropriate for anyone under the age of 18.

    A successful business, wealth, and a beautiful baby girl. The only area in her life that she seemed to be lacking in was romance. Although she and Mendesses—her drag racing baby father—does a great job co-parenting they didn’t work well as a couple. Instead of focusing on love, she hustles and put all of her energy into taking care of her daughter and building her business. That is, until the charming and extremely handsome Lamont Morehouse sweeps her off her feet. Lamont grew up on the mean streets of Detroit, but because his parents saw so much potential in him, they relocated to Atlanta Georgia before he could get himself into something he couldn’t get out of. Luckily, getting Lamont out of the hood took him down another path in life. Ultimately, though, Lamont ends up right back in Detroit, but this time, instead of breaking the law, he’s enforcing it as an undercover cop. Mendesses has been running the game in underground racing for years. As the undisputed champ, quitting is the furthest thing from his mind. He’s determined to keep his championship status despite a few things lurking, threatening to compromise his livelihood. Karisma is just as beautiful and ambitious as her best friend. Tahiry, Like Tahiry, Karisma is single, but she’s ready to mingle. She has her eye on the young, money getting street racer, James but unlike most, she’s a little soft spoken about it. Luckily for Karisma, fate pushes the two together eventually. But old habits die hard and Danielle is definitely James old habit. Collins, Karisma's out of town cousin, is fresh out of a relationship and isn’t interested in starting anything new, anytime soon. She relocated to Michigan, in search of a fresh start, definitely not a new love. But when she meets the intriguing, and slick talking Mendesses, everything changes. Despite her greatest efforts, Collins ends up falling hard for him. What started out as a good year for this group of friends drastically takes a turn for the worst when a snake infiltrates the crew. Brace yourself as Londyn Lenz takes you on yet another wild journey laced with drama, deceit, lies and bloodshed.

    Kari is Javier’s blood, and nothing will stand in his way. If the entire Kassom bloodline must be destroyed for Kari to be where she rightfully belongs, then so be it. Nothing can change the fact that Kari is Juelz daughter, not even a DNA test. Juelz and Zelan are ready to battle Javier to the death to keep Kari home. While a personal struggle is going on, a snake is lurking in their crew and is ready to take over the Kassom empire. New allies are formed, enemies are revealed, and the drama continues in this finale.

    She gave up on love and the whole fairytale love story until Majesty walked into her life, showing her things no other man has done before... Will Royal let Majesty love her or will she push him away because she's afraid of being hurt a second time? Majesty Swore off love after his ex-girlfriend did the unthinkable and walked out of his life. Majesty threw himself into his businesses and stayed clear from any kind of relationship, until he crossed paths with Royal. With both of their exes trying to come back in the picture, will both Royal and Majesty make it through the lies, drama and deceit that the people that they once loved try to throw at their relationship? Or will they go their separate ways? Find out in Royal Majesty: A Dope Boy Love Story

    

    On the anniversary of the most tragic event of his life, Randall “The Rocket” Reese must face down paparazzi outside his house, a big sister who won’t stay out of his personal life, and a coffee date with an “old classmate” from high school whom he barely remembers. His plan is to wallow in solitude, but Fate has plans of its own. 'Just Lunch' Randall “The Rocket” Reese is beginning to reclaim his life both professionally and personally, with a new outlook, and a new woman, Dani Erlinger, by his side. Rand and Dani are in a comfortable groove that suits them both, but an unexpected invitation ‘just for lunch’ and a calamitous weekend excursion have them questioning whether they’ve become much too comfortable, much too soon. 'Table for Two' After taking a high-profile position, Rand Reese’s visibility is once again on the rise; but returning to the public eye also means revisiting some of the uglier parts of his past. That past has Dani questioning whether anyone can make a relationship work under the glare of fame and notoriety. Even two people committed to making it work. 'À la Carte' A ‘Coffee Date’ BONUS Drop-In An unexpected visitor up-ends the rhythm of the new life Rand and Dani are building together, reminding them of the consequences of Rand’s difficult past, and raising even tougher questions about their future.

    Lisa's life is boring and under sexed until she takes a turn for the better when she meets Max. Through Max she is given a choice to join a prestigious group and change her life. Her world is transformed into a sexy uninhibited journey before her eyes as she is asked to join a group of ladies with interesting tastes. In upgrading her life, Lisa doesn't anticipate the losses that may occur. But when reaching for something better, there are always causalities. Read the unpredictable story of Red Bottom Diaries (23,877 words)

    Dionne's music mogul husband, Rod Knight, is having an affair with a stripper/rap artist named Peach. Sydney's turning thirty, and Lucas, her old flame from medical school is trying his best to get back in her good graces. It's going to be a long road for Lucas, because Sydney can't get the image of him cheating with her sorority sister out of her mind. Oldest sister, Camille has named and claimed a financial blessing straight from the throne of grace. So what if the blessing came from the Bingo table and the slot machine? That doesn't mean it wasn't God, right?When the lies and alibis come to light and spiral out of control, it's going to take a lot of prayer to put everything back together again. Lies and Alibis is a novella.