Being street smart wasn’t enough when it came to love and relationships and his girlfriend, Sasha, was proof of that. Feeling like she was in a one sided relationship with Izzy for two years had Sasha questioning herself. Izzy built an impenetrable wall that was impossible for Sasha to break. Self-doubt weighed Sasha down like an anchor and left her with more questions than answers. Izzy was only doing what he was taught, but unfortunately, he wasn’t taught enough. Being from a small town in Mississippi, Navy Reed didn’t know much about the fast paced life of New Orleans. After moving there to be with her boyfriend Chance, Navy was ready to reconsider her decision and run for the hills. Navy’s knight in shining armor turned out to be nothing more than a liar in tin foil. Meeting her best friend, Regan, proved to be just what she needed to keep her sanity intact. When Navy finds something that isn’t being sought, her life seems to take a turn in a better direction. Unfortunately, the fear of trusting someone had her paranoia at an all-time high. Like shadows, fake people followed in the sun but left Navy in the dark. She soon learned that enemies often disguised themselves as friends. When it was all said and done, running away was Navy’s safest option and she had two million reasons why.

    It’s also home to Ian “Ice” Bailey a man as dangerous as he is sexy. Our story begins on the East side, where we meet Ice and our supporting cast. Kaitlyn “KiKi” Ross and Jaleesa “Tweety” Mitchell; two ladies who can hold their own in the game, making moves and plays as well as any of their male counterparts. Things are fine until Tweety crosses the line, unwittingly dragging KiKi along, and invade Ice’s territory. That’s when everything becomes complicated.Throw in a romantic triangle or three and the fun really starts. Ice has a thing for KiKi, but she has a thing for Tariq. Tariq Taylor is the short order cook she sells smack to and thinks he’s a junkie. Tariq is into KiKi, but Landon, the guy who works for the arena league that KiKi meets at the club, is determined she’s going to be with him. Confused yet? No? Well there’s Tweety’s man Evan, Landon’s friend, who isn’t what he presents himself to be and who also happens to have hidden lust for KiKi.Ice is not a man accustomed to hearing no, or being outwitted in his business. His reaction to both is force, sometimes deadly. Begin the ride with us and meet all the players in our serial drama, starting with the beginning, BEWARE: Thin Ice.

    Respect and prestige. Decadent wealth. The superrich Barron family is accustomed to getting whatever – and whoever - they desire. They embrace life the same way they do everything: without limits. There are rules for everyone else…and there are rules for a Barron.Since his father died, Lane Barron has been the one to keep watch over the family and manage their sprawling fortune. He and his siblings were taught from an early age that nothing is more important than family… nothing is more important than being a Barron. With this knowledge ingrained deep inside of them from birth, the close knit family embraces life the way they do everything else – without limits.However, after a fatal accident takes one of their own, they’re reminded that they are only human. Their brother, Clinton Barron, was the family’s saving grace, but he was far from perfect. When he and a secret mistress are killed in an automobile accident, the Barron’s are devastated. Clinton leaves behind a wife, two daughters…and a four year old son from the mistress he loved with his last dying breath. His child is now at the center of a tug of war between the Barron family and Miranda Turner, the sister of Clinton’s mistress.Lane is determined the child will be raised the way his brother would’ve no doubt wanted; he’ll be raised a Barron. Even though he knows from past experience that Miranda won’t give up without a fight, the end result is already a foregone conclusion. But someone is determined to take deadly steps to insure they get what they want. By the time all is said and done – another Barron will die.Fast paced drama, red-hot erotica, unforeseen twists and revelations...BEING BARRON (Barron Family Series, Book 1)Warning: This book contains explicit language and sexual contentOther books by SK:The Honey TrapSIN CITY HEAT SERIES~Buried Secrets ( Book 1)Beginning of an Eclipse (Prequel)Twisted Obsessions (Book 2)No Secrets No Lies ( Book 3)Angel's Wrath (Book 4)

    I’m here no matter what. Whatever it is that you need, you look to me to provide it. The past is over, the future is now. Let me save you. Let me have you. Allow me to be the person to make it all better. Give me your body. Give me your mind. Give me your heart… just let me have it all. If nothing else, I’ll be happy with you just giving me all you’ve got. Uzoma Youngblood, the Cameroonian powerhouse has fallen and fallen hard. He’s loved before, but it cost him his heart. He’s given before, and it’s cost him his soul. Even with both of those things being of the utmost importance to who he is as a man, he’s not ready to give up yet. He’s ready to love and to be loved. To be the man and the protector that Joc needs. Jocelynn, Joc, Waters, is the self-conscious and emotionally damaged woman who has caught Uzoma’s attention. Beautiful with a fun loving personality, she’s all that a man would want, the sad part is, she doesn’t know it. So what are two people with troubled pasts going to do for each other? Love seems far away, and so does happiness, but with a passion and desire that’s determined to prosper, they win. They find love, they make it work, and they start a relationship that’s built to last, or at least built to last as long as their pasts stay a secret. Zino has lived through one trial after the next. Being disappointed and let down time and time again. So when he meets Lonnie, his expectations are no different. Though he likes her and enjoys the time they spend together, he’s more than positive she’ll be like the rest. With a wall around his heart, Zino not only rejects Lonnie, but he rejects the love and friendship she tries to give. With a heart of gold and a personality to match, Lonnie has become Zino’s favorite past time. However, that’s only during the time he actually allows her in. She’s happy and ready to make his life better just by being herself, but that’s proving to be more than a struggle. Having dealt with her own share of grief and pain, shying away from Zino’s is not an option. With both of them having different interpretations of their relationship it's nearly impossible to give it all they’ve got. ,

    After surviving traumatizing events in their past Tino and Falen have finally taken a legitimate stab at being together. Their relationship is explosive, yet endearing. The two have genuinely found solace in one another, but all good things must come to an end. There are several people who hate that Tino and Falen have united, and will stop at nothing to end their relationship. Will Tino and Falen’s love be strong enough to survive the viciousness of the haters, and will they fold under pressure? Toya is still in the game, hustling better than most men. Her bank account is stacked, while she feels a deep sense of emptiness in her love life. In a world dominated by the opposite sex, she seems to intimidate most. She begins to believe that love just isn’t for her. Then enters Tino’s cousin, Keesy. In true Wiltz’s fashion, he’s arrogant, flashy, and fly. A true reflection of Toya. The two are so much alike that it’s an immediate clash. Still, the chemistry is off the Richter scale, but there’s one problem…Keesy’s girlfriend Skyy. Will Toya finally find love? Or will she find herself in a tangled web of lies and deception? With all the uncertainties in the atmosphere, there’s still one thing for sure. Toya and Falen both carry hustlers’ spirits, and they most definitely gotta get it.

     Compton Banks is the sexiest most rudest man you will ever encounter that has just been crowned, King of Cali. When their worlds collide, they are forced to agree to live together in holy matrimony. After a fatal incident that left Cali alone with a target on her back, she has to secure her family business and survival by any means necessary. Not knowing that the man that is necessary will mean more to her than she intended. After taking over the family business, Compton is determined to make sure his empire thrives with greatness. Nothing or anyone could take his focus away from his money and his business. That is until Cali barges into his world and his heart. Both individuals never intended on falling in love but things happen. Was it just an agreement or will Love become a factor. Loyalty is tested, trust is broken and hearts are shattered. Will these two learn to coexist for the sack of their agreement? Or will they break ties and put their lives and their empires at risk? Find out in the hood fairytale of Compton and Cali.

    The love they once shared has been replaced with his love for another woman and the feeling of his fists. Tahari sees no way out that is until she meets Ka'Jaire "Thug" Kenneth. He is every woman's dream come true and every nigga's worst nightmare. The relationship between them develops instantaneously. Tahari has fallen victim to Thug's Passion, but can she handle the pitfalls of being the ride or die chick he needs by his side. Past loves and enemies' vengeance and murder in mind threaten to tear down what they have built. Follow Tahari and Thug on a rollercoaster ride as they fight to save their lives, freedom, and their relationship.

    Since her past relationships have thrown all sorts of curve balls at her, she is certain that the well of good men has run dry. Enter EL, a legitimate business man with a long line of impressive accomplishments; who happens to be dashingly good looking with street smart savvy, giving him the potential to sweep Chassidy off her feet. As time passes Chassidy slowly lets her guard down and decides to trust in her new found relationship with EL. That is, until an incredible twist of fate lands her in the path of Shane, a no-nonsense, well respected, drug lord with an insatiable desire for her. Chassidy and Shane's instant animalistic attraction quickly develops into a love affair stronger than either of them could have ever imagined as they embark on an unforgettable path of lust, lies, betrayal and deceit. When EL is faced with the reality of losing Chassidy forever he begins plotting his revenge enlisting the help of an unsuspecting ally who has the potential to bring Chassidy to her knees. As the two form a deadly alliance, Chassidy soon comes face to face with the one person who will stop at nothing to destroy her. "Steamy, hot, and very sexy." -- Cassandra Miller' Gamble, Author of Breakin' Down the Walls "Poetically written, electrifying with rhythmic words and down to earth characters that you can relate to. An astonishing book!" -- BSA Queen Goddess, Author of The Dark Sides of a Woman "This is a riveting, explosive street-wise tale that explores the raw nature of fighting for true love while facing the consequences of infidelity. This is definitely one to have on every bookshelf." -- Maritza P. Brown, Author of Full Circle, A Novel and What's a Woman to Do?

    Being granted only a few months to live, he constructs an idea on how to care for his four children in the event of his death. He comes up with an idea he calls, "The Arrangement". The only problem is convincing his wife and the two mothers’ of his children of his idea. "The Arrangement", is all three women must agree to move into one house for six months with their kids in order to receive any money from his will. When Terrance’s wife, Tanya learns the details of "The Arrangement" she is disgusted. She has basically put her life on hold after becoming pregnant to take care of her husband. She finds herself emotionally drawn to her husband’s best friend for comfort, as her husband’s illness takes a toll on her. Eventually,she finds herself facing her own demise and loses everything she has come to love Portia Jackson is the mother of two of Terrance’s children. She owns her own hair salon, drinks like a fish, and stays in brand name clothing. She is a rude, no nonsense, type of woman who makes it her business to let everyone know what she feels, or thinks, no matter whose feelings get hurt in the process. After a secret she has held on to for years threatens her inclusion in "The Arrangement", her world begins to crumble around her. Afraid of losing the glamorous life she is accustomed to having, she will stop at nothing to keep it.Amber Sykowski is the mother of Terrance’s oldest son. She comes from a long line of money and has always been ridiculed by her racist mother for having a bi-racial child. She feels the only way to escape her mother's disapproval is to go against everything she was taught, and make her own rules. When it almost costs her life, Amber has to make a hard decision that could turn her entire world upside down.In several unexpected events all three women eventually come to depend on each other forming a unique and unexpected bond. Will "The Arrangement' help them all to learn the value of forgiveness, love, and friendship?

    Who knew that he had been keeping such a secret from me? Just my luck, as I hid from him to gather my thoughts and deal with the pain, yet another crushing blow to my happiness was revealed. I then realized that I could no longer live for King; it was time to live for Kennedy. Little did I know, Jada was suffering the same heartbreak that I was. Dolla had torn her heart into two. My girl was miserable, but she didn’t run as I did; she was trying her best to inflict the same pain on Dolla as he had on her. Meanwhile, King, Meech and Dolla were constructing a plan to permanently get rid of the squad’s enemies. But will it work? Will the squad make it through this storm of deception and lies to continue ruling the streets of Chi? Some secrets should never be kept and some secrets should never be told because, either way, we were all about to suffer the consequences of secrets both revealed and untold.

    When one problem seems to be resolved, another one follows. Latavia discovers the truth about Kenjay, and he is not the man that he claimed to be. And just when she thinks that he is done with the streets, the problems follows them everywhere they go. But, Latavia has secrets of her own that might claim her life. Kenjay stumbles across some devastating news. The man that he looked up to has an agenda of his own. In this action-packed fast paced read you will discover that no one is to be trusted. Everyone wants the spot on the throne. With lies, murder, deceit, and secrets, welcome to Kenjay's Takeover.

    Always eager to be the one to set things right for the people she loved, she decided, against the urgings of her cousin, Maliah, to confront the leader of the new gang in Liberty City who is responsible for serving her mother's addiction. But once she meets Legend, her life really begins to change. Legend, the unofficial leader of a group of brothers known as the D Boys because of their last name, is not only the youngest of the crew, he is the most savage of them all which is how he got his name. After being confronted by Shanecia, he decided to spare her life and let her leave but, for some reason he can't explain, he is unable to keep her out of his mind and eventually decided he had to make her his. But when he finds out that Shanecia is connected with his enemy in more ways than one, it makes him question how loyal a love they could really have. Shanecia's cousin, Maliah, is in love with Danny, the father of her children and her first love whom she has been with since high school but there is just one problem: Danny, who was once a highly paid street hustler, is now addicted to the very drugs he'd sold to others and he owes a very large debt to Mello, the head of the crew Danny is apart of, who also happens to be Legend's #1 enemy. In order to get back the money Danny owes and to take care of her three children, Maliah starts dancing at a strip club which is where she meets Murk, Legend's brother. When she starts to fall for one of the D Boys while still officially in a relationship with Danny who works for the opposing gang, it puts her in the middle of a street war that she is not sure she wants to take part in. Will she side with her heart, that is pointing her towards Murk or will she stick with the first man she's ever loved and help turn him back into the man he once was? The streets of Miami are savage and ruthless but they are nothing in comparison to what happens when love is thrown into the equation. Will love prevail or will the streets reign supreme over all? Find out in this legendary love story.

    He’s given second chances to people that stabbed him in the back and tying up loose ends with Floyd’s family that’s out for revenge and looking to paint the town red with his blood. Yet the life that he wants to leave behind isn’t ready to let him go and sending Sophie away to California only caused more problems for their already troubled relationship. Sophie is upset with Ameer for sending her away and that pain pushes her into the arms of another man. Ameer won’t back down and he won’t lose his girl. He’s a natural born boss and he’ll show the world that Ameer Kadar Matin is no one to be played with. Take a ride with your favorite couple and see if they can survive lies, betrayal, and even death.

    And with beauty, education, and a hustler’s ambition, she proved just about everyone who doubted her wrong. Making it to the top wasn’t easy, but with her brother Ru, and his crew behind her, she was destined to make it happen. But she soon learns what goes up must come down and that having a few secrets of her own may just come back and bite her in the ass along with tearing her relationship with her brother apart at the same time.Ru had been raising Keyshia since she was a little girl, ever since their crack head mother ran off and left them for dead. After he steps up and does what he knows best, which is getting money, it’s only fair he takes his right hand man Cashmere with him. But what happens when they both end up facing 20 years in the feds? With his wifey Tandy by his side, Ru is prepared for anything as long as she is riding. But will she ride when she finds out Ru’s been hiding secrets of his own? Cashmere was the hoods hot commodity for as long as he could remember. Fast cars, pretty bitches, and racks of money were nothing new to him. Neither was going to jail. But after getting done dirty by his baby momma, he realizes the only person he ever loved was Keyshia, but being with Keyshia meant betraying his right hand man something he wasn’t sure he wanted to do. What happens when Keyshia’s big secret is revealed, will Cash still want her or will he write her off like all the other bitches who done him dirty?It’s a thin line between loyalty and love, and with secrets on the horizon not everyone is strong enough to make it. Take a ride with the crew in the first installment of “Keyshia and Cashmere: A Jersey Hood love Story”

    He wasn't the type of man that went around adding notches to his bedpost. Cream considered himself a king in search for his queen. He thought his girlfriend of four years would be the one; until her monstrous and gold digging ways came to light. Ci Ci walks into his life and steals his heart but not without dealing with the past. Cream is hiding a secret from Ci-Ci not because he doesn't want her to know; but because he doesn't believe she can handle it. Will he keep her in the dark or will their relationship come crashing down when she finds out. Darius meets Iesha who has given him nothing but attitude since they first met. He refuses to give up on her without a fight. Unfortunately, someone in her family doesn't want her happy and continues to try and sabotage her happiness.