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Infatuated By A Low-Key Boss
Shameka Jones - 2017
Being the eldest of three children and the only male in his family, he hustles hard to take care of them. The only thing missing from his life is a loyal female companion. The on again/off again relationship with his ex, Star, is becoming a battle that he is no longer willing to fight. When he and his younger sister, Story, make a Spring Break trip to visit their sister, Taylin, he may just find the perfect girl. Ezra is also on the hunt for a new connect, so while in Houston, he links up with an old friend about business. What he doesn’t know is that the very thing he needs is right under his nose. Emerald is sophomore at Texas Southern University. She is the first in her family to attend college, and a very important asset to her family’s drug business. Since the death of her first love, she hasn’t been able find a guy to capture her attention the way that he had. Plus, her mother is always in her ear about not letting boys distract her. She has done a good job of playing dodge ball with guys, but that all comes to an end when she is approached by Ezra. His confidence and persistence are a force that she can’t escape. Although she plays hard to get, it doesn’t take long for her to give in to his charm. Taylin is a little on the wild side. She and her friends like to turn up and party on the regular. Now that she is dating her crush, college basketball star McKinley Staton, she couldn’t be happier. Being McKinley’s girlfriend comes with more than just bragging rights; it come with groupies and an ex that can’t let go. Her run-in with McKinley’s ex quickly becomes a physical, aggravated assault. Will dating McKinley be more trouble than she bargained for, or will she be able to roll with the punches? Hollywood is little brother to Emerald, but little is something that he is not. At the age of 17, he stands at 6’3” and 200 pounds—truly a lady’s man. When he takes a trip to visit his sister for Spring Break, he has no problem with pulling college girls. The college girls aren’t the only ones that want a piece of Hollywood, though. Stormy has her young eyes on him too. His eyes are on her also, but that comes to a screeching halt when an unexpected turn of events changes everything. Hollywood is forced to make a decision on what to do while trying handling a little drug business for his father. Will he really be able to avoid Stormy, or will she take what she wants? Come take a journey to H-Town, where it all goes down. Sex is had, secrets are revealed, jealousy is felt, and drama follows each character as new relationships are formed. After reading about Ezra, Emerald, Taylin, and Hollywood, you will find out who’s really the Low-Key Boss.
Luvin My Lil Mama: Standalone
Jay Tha Writer - 2018
Her mother was strung out on drugs, and Liberty was on her on. Roaming the streets searching through trash cans just to feed her brothers. Life had dealt Liberty the short end of the stick; she was a victim of her circumstances. With everything around her was so negative, Liberty is one step away from suicide, but everything changes when she gets close to a smooth looking boy named Sincere. Sincere was neighborhood dopeboy, with dreams of being king. The only thing missing was a loyal woman to help him along the way. Sincere fell deeply for Liberty and nothing could stop them. He shows her a side of herself that Liberty never knew existed. Now, running the street as king and queen, people are out to see them lose. Ex-boo thangs and betrayal from best friends brings along a set of problems. Tune in to this classic standalone to see if Liberty and Sincere’s love can stand the test of time. Is their love strong enough to survive lies, deceit, temptation and greed. Luvin my Lil’ Mama will have you on the edge of your seat.
A Rapper's Delight
Charae Lewis - 2016
His clever lyrics and undeniable sex appeal exalts him to the top of the charts. Fabian has everything he’s ever wanted: a successful career, a loving son and beautiful girlfriend, Fancy. He’s content with everything in his life until he spots Kylie. Kylie Brooks is a celebrity fashion stylist and jewelry designer. She’s in high demand and is great at what she does. Although her career has skyrocketed, Kylie still is dissatisfied with her love life. All Kylie wants is a man to love her, but failed relationship after another proves to be discouraging for her. However, when Fabian is booked for her services, Kylie can’t help but wonder what the cards may hold for them. The only thing standing in Kylie’s way is Fancy. Fancy Nicholson is a video vixen and model whose career had been upgraded due to her relationship with Fabian. Going strong for two years, Fancy becomes comfortable with her place in Fabian’s life. But when Fancy notices that Fabians eyes are on someone other than her, she begins to form a plan that will guarantee her position. After a series of events, Fabian finds himself on the losing end when he’s faced with a damaging dilemma. Everything he’s worked hard for is at stake, including his freedom. Will Fabian be able to maintain his freedom? Can Kylie let go of the past and allow her heart to love again? Will Fancy continue to fight for Fabian or will she eventually let go?
Operation Destruct (Jonathan Anders Book 1)
Christopher Nicole - 2019
When a Russian trawler is mysteriously wrecked off Guernsey in the Channel Islands, British Intelligence wants to investigate because one of their agents was on board. However, the investigation could prove embarrassing since their agent was planning to defect with the trawler and Madam Anna Cantelna, Nobel Prize-winning marine biologist. Agent Jonathan Anders is called in to do some skin-diving around the wreck. A routine assignment? Not for Jon, who promptly finds himself entangled in an international misadventure—with the Russians trying to exterminate him and the British police pursuing him for murder! Praise for Christopher Nicole: “An exciting story… action-filled and unpredictable” - Publishers Weekly “Told with smooth authenticity” - Publishers Weekly “Will appeal to squadrons of readers” - Library Journal Christopher Nicole’s novels have been read by millions all over the world. Born and raised in Georgetown, Guyana, he later attended colleges in Guyana and in Barbados. In his long prolific career, Nicole has published over 200 novels and non-fiction works.
The Lost Lyra
Richard Clark - 2019
When musician Sarah Piper’s beloved grandfather dies, he bequeaths her a gift that will change her life forever. Travelling to the sun-drenched island Crete to discover the truth about her grandfather’s past, she finds her own future. From bestselling travel writer Richard Clark, this debut novel is a captivating and joyous read. Praise for Richard Clark’s travel books. ‘Clark is particularly good on the colours, flavours and scents of Greece. He has got under the skin of the place in a way few outsiders have been able to.’ Mark Hudson, winner of Somerset Maugham Award, Thomas Cook Travel Book Award, Samuel Johnson Prize 'Richard Clark captures the spirit of Greece I love. His books make me long to see the places he describes.’ Jennifer Barclay, author of Falling in Honey and An Octopus in My Ouzo 'There is poetry in Richard Clark’s words and through his eyes. I recommend anyone missing Greece, visiting Greece or just wishing they could go to Greece to take a look!’ Sara Alexi, author of The Greek Village Series ‘Thanks, Richard, for adding your great eye to your gifted pen in service to sharing the essence of Greece with the world!’ Jeffrey Siger, bestselling, award-winning US crime writer ‘Richard Clark writes with great authority and a deep affection for his subject, which comes from his long association with Greece… excellent.' Marjory McGinn, author of Things Can Only Get Feta, Homer’s Where the Heart Is, A Scorpion in the Lemon Tree and A Saint for the Summer
When A Savage Meets A Queen
E. Shanie - 2017
She doesn’t take anything from anyone & always demands respect. Knowing her worth she refuses to let anyone treat her in a way that she doesn’t deserve. Taking over the family business is something most people yearn for but not Zamor Ford. He moves to NY to take over a business that isn’t really what it seems. With advice from his cousin Zamor is determined to make a name for himself and leave his mark on the empire state. Wyatt has nothing but love for his cousin & has his back through thick & thin. But when things change on the business side they also change in his relationship. His girlfriend Yadira senses a shift in Wyatt & starts to second guess everything. Her suspicions don’t only effect her and Wyatt they effect Di’Jana & Zamor too. Will it all come together or will it get worse before it gets better?
God Needed A Puppy
John Gray - 2017
He reassures them that this "goodbye" is not forever and offers hope that other furry friends will someday come into their lives.
Jean Angel
Atul Mohite - 2020
The king of Zesia is ferocious and is after the blood of people suffering from mental illness. He wants his kingdom to be strong and thinks that such people are good for nothing. But there’s a reason why such people are aggrieved in his kingdom. A famous prophet has predicted a prophecy that the king of Zesia shall be dethroned by someone who could see things that others cannot. Will someone with a mind so fragile be able to avenge the mighty king of Zesia?
HOW TO KILL: ..a mocking bird..
James Boss - 2019
Some humor about the Democracy and Feudal State of Tonga....and the centuries old struggle between the commoners, trying to be free....with the Feudal System keeping them under its control.
Came A Long Way: A Philly Love Drama
Yo Loni - 2017
Because of his lifestyle, Rafiq Harris is pegged as a womanizer. In the eyes of the media, he is the reigning champ of scandal. But, behind closed doors, he's far from the dog that he is made out to be. With so many women chasing him, he only has eyes for one special lady. However, getting the prize isn't as easy as he expected. Soraya Jones isn't impressed by his money and fame, so Rafiq has to step outside of his box to bag his queen. However, it's not so simple when he has a host of women all chasing after the same thing… his money and his heart. Deanna has been down for Rafiq since they were in high school. She knew what she was getting herself into with him from the start, but, she felt she was entitled to his heart once he was ready to settle down. However, Rafiq doesn't see it that way. Kendra was hired as his publicist, but, she finds out the hard way why you can't mix business with pleasure. Brandi is what you call the bitter baby mama from hell. She hasn't gotten over the fact that Rafiq have moved on and now he only wants to do right by his daughter without the drama. However, if she can't have him, no one else can. Last, you have Soraya, the one that got away. Thanks to his mother, Vanessa, after their one night of pleasure, he didn't see her again until years later and he's willing to do whatever it takes to make her his queen. How will Rafiq handle all the drama coming his way with the women in his life? Came Along Way is a classic tale, filled with drama, love, and deceit. It's sure to heat up your kindles and leave you thirsty for more. One-click your copy and get in on the drama!
Feenin' For A G
BriAnn Danae - 2018
For the defiant, twenty-six-year-old beauty, Natauria Lindsey; her need revolves around the normalcy she once enjoyed before being tied down. After her five-year relationship comes to a conclusion, she’s left questioning whether her loyalty was really the issue. When her and dangerously handsome Dyami Houston cross paths, all of the questions she had before are thrown to the wind. Dyami’s towering stature, velvety smooth chocolate skin, and irresistibly warm smile has almost every woman in Kansas City lusting after him. Lust isn’t why he wants to settle down, though. In the midst of managing a profitable towing and mechanic business; the streets he grinded hard to stray from reels him back in. Upon his encounter with Natauria, he makes it his mission to familiarize himself with her likings, in hopes that she’s ready to change the dynamics of her newly single life as well. Sassy beauty, Kailynn Ross and charmingly suave Heize Buford’s enthralling storyline, is one that couldn’t be left untold. Both parents of young daughters conceived with different people; the two struggle to find a balance between making it work and moving on with their life. Their infectious connection isn’t one Kailynn nor Heize expected to develop so quickly; but the mind wants, what it wants. In “Feenin’ For a G”, expect the unexpected from National Best-Selling Author BriAnn Danae, as she delivers yet another riveting page turner. Just when you think you’ve had enough; you will be left wanting, craving, yearning… feenin’ for more as you flip through this action packed novel.
The Dressmaker's Christmas
Eliza Lawley - 2019
The couple call the child Holly and welcome her into their home as their little Christmas miracle. As Holly grows into a lovely girl, full of joy and imagination as wild as her red hair, so too does Rose’s resentment of her. As the years pass and the Clements have a child of their own, Holly is relegated to nothing more than the family’s maid. Not even Silas, the man that Holly has come to know and love as her papa, seems able to save her from his wife’s cruel ways. Tragedy strikes the day after Holly’s sixteenth birthday and she cast from the Clement’s home to face Christmas on the cold London streets, alone and terrified. With her world ripped from under her feet, Holly climbs the stone wall of London Bridge and peers into the rabid waters below… but a voice from the dark offers her hope…all she has to do is follow him. Find out what happens to Holly in The Dressmaker’s Christmas.
Outcast
Kerry Barnes - 2021
Within hours, he moves out, taking only his middle son and leaving his other two children, Jordan and Sonny, to be dragged up by their mother.Growing up in the same street but in reality worlds apart, Eden’s life is vastly different from the Swan brothers.She endures the unimaginable at the hands of Gabriel her father – a Jehovah’s Witness elder. But no one believes her.Shunned by her community, she must go it alone. But can she survive being an outcast from all she’s ever known?With his beady eyes and deviant mind, Jordan Swan wants Eden for himself, but he goes too far . . .
Loving My Miami Boss: Hassan & Nazariah’s Love Story
Miss Jenesequa - 2016
But not the good kind. With his rude, cold demeanor, Nazariah is immediately put off. But even with his bad boy persona, Nazariah is still strangely intrigued and attracted to him. Soon good sparks fly. The kind of sparks that bring a female weak to her knees wanting one person so bad. And a male unable to think straight without thinking about that one girl, that managed to grab his attention from a single glance alone. Hassan Knight is the epitome of handsome. With his fine looks, his undeniable swag and his rude but charming personality, Nazariah is immediately turned on. Both on vacation and both just looking to have some fun, the pair never would have imagined becoming so attracted to one another and falling in love. What was just supposed to be a one night stand on vacation, quickly turns into a one week stand where the two can’t just get enough of each other. Nazariah soon finds out more and more about the mysterious man she can’t stop messing with only to find out his role as the infamous street King of Miami and his status as a taken, married man. But Ms. Jordan isn’t the only one with a few secrets of her own and when reality quickly hits them both, they come to the realization that their lives are connected in more ways than they think. Loving A Miami Boss wasn’t something that Nazariah had ever planned or predicted to happen but now that it is... Is she willing to step up to the plate to love a man laced with danger and trouble at every corner? Let’s not forget, he’s married to someone completely different that isn’t her. Maybe happy endings aren’t truly for everyone...
The Surrogate Lies
Shantanu Munshi - 2017
They are strangers on an adventure and strange is their adventure. Their escapades are as serendipitous as life on earth yet their lives are as normal as a morning tea. Still you will laugh, cry, sympathise with them en route to their and yours redemption from the mundane life. Read as they dodge the bullets of their fear, their insecurities and their failures. They are waiting for you to board the rusted and trusted 4*4 and enjoy the smooth rollercoaster. So all aboard? Get started and turn the first page of this special journey of this nondescript motley of strangers.