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It's Either Me Or Her 2: A Side Bitch Story


Tiece - 2016
    With a new hit single out, featuring a sexy rapper by the name of Yung Gunner, she’s certainly making waves of her own. She’s in a good place, and just wants to live drama free while enjoying her life. However, with Brooke using she and Chase’s unborn baby as a ticket back in his life, things can get real ugly at any given time. Chase is feeling good about the decision he’s made. Being with Rayne makes him happy and it keeps him focused. Now all he wants to do is be the hottest producer around, while taking Rayne’s career to the top. And with the signing of Yung Gunner to his record label the only way from here should be up. But dark secrets began to surface that threatens to end his relationship with Rayne and bring his entire empire down. Brooke is quickly learning that she can’t play with fire without getting burned. Skeletons in her closet start falling out all over the place leaving Brooke feeling vulnerable. With her ex-lover, Q popping up in Atlanta things quickly spiral out of control as she attempts to run from her past. There is only one problem with that. Q is not letting her out of his eyesight until he gets what she owes him and some. Will Chase and Rayne hold it together? Or, will Brooke find a way back into his life? Find out what happens when two women are both in a race for one man’s heart in, It’s Either Me Or Her 2.

My Saving Grace


Kyoshi - 2015
    A mother who hates her, a father she never knew and trying to raise her 1 yr old sister Jezya; nothing for Xyla was easy. Determined not to become a product of her environment, Xyla does all she can to graduate with a full scholarship and leave Maryland behind her. A twisted night of events leads Xyla to Taej McCoy. Trying her hardest to fight the strong attraction between the two, it isn't long before she falls hard for him. Take this emotional ride with Xyla and Taej as their love is tested in more ways than one.

Infatuated With A Boss 2


Natisha Raynor - 2016
    Her mother's husband Snake offers her a job that she can't refuse, but in true Shaka fashion, before she can complete the task she runs into a little drama. It's nothing she can't handle, or so she thinks. It doesn't take long for her to decide that Miami is just as stressful as North Carolina, and she briefly returns to Raleigh to avenge the attack that caused her to lose her unborn child.Nick is home from jail and ready to get back to running his empire, along with finding out just who was brave enough to put hands on Shaka. Nick takes a trip to Miami hoping to get his girl back, but what he sees there, deters him from wanting to reconcile with Shaka. Once he's back to the money, here comes the drama as the two seem to go hand in hand. Nick inherits some unexpected beef, and things get real, fast.Crucial is devastated after the loss of his brother, and it changes him, unfortunately not for the better. Kennedy's love for Crucial is the same, but she has to make the decision to stick with him and risk hurting herself or betraying her heart and saving her sanity. Which one will she choose?

Casualty


K. Charelle - 2020
    His hustle is on point and his movements are calculated. From the block to the boardroom, Isiah’s street smarts have earned him respect and success while he smoothly navigates both worlds. It should only make sense that matters of the heart follow the same blue print but he finds himself submerged into a complicated connection of deception and disloyalty. Lake Patterson learned early in life that family can be your biggest downfall. With family secrets like those she keeps locked away, how is it possible to stay grounded and find any resemblance of happiness? Trying to navigate and survive in the world alone, Lake’s only goal is to keep her head above water. There’s little to no room for anything else. When Lake and Isiah’s worlds collide they both feel a pull that can’t be over looked nor denied which forces them to open up in ways neither of them deemed possible, but life has a way of denying happiness to those who are casualties of the worlds that surround them. Sometimes you can’t break the ties that bind you no matter how much your heart longs to be free.

RahMeek and Bella V


Mercy B. - 2016
    Immediately taken into custody, she adds to the list of unfortunates that already plagues the Jones’ family. Keem’s heart is punctured with the news of Bella’s surrender, and he’s thrown completely off of his square. All hail RahMeek! Fresh out, the inconsiderate and bull-headed RahMeek resurfaces at the notion that he and his wife have been accused using falsified evidence by the government’s finest. Rather than welcoming his fresh baby boy into the world with wide eyes and tear stained cheeks, he’s knee deep in the streets, hunting the head of a pig to place on his platter. Roc is forced with the hardest decision of his years. On one hand, he’s reduced to his lowest point and want nothing more than to divorce Kelly, take their children, and live a happy life. However, time apart proves to be difficult, causing him to recant and reevaluate the possibility of happiness without his one true love. On the other hand, Kelly is in shambles, and sinks into a deep depression hole. Her emotions run wild, and she makes a decision that could cost her life. The finale of the National Bestselling Series, “RahMeek and Bella: A Philly Love Story,” draws you in just before spitting you out. With every boundary pushed, promise broken, and heart pained, the crew divides with saddened hopes of returning to their natural states. Join Mercy as she concludes this timeless piece, while forcing you to reserve a piece of your heart for RahMeek and Bella throughout the rest of your days.

Wifey vs. The Streets


Chrissy J - 2015
    She knew it was a better life outside of the projects and she wanted it. Damon Young was that nigga in the Fort Green projects. He controlled everything over there. He had been checking River out for a while now and he finally got the chance to speak to her, when he stopped his worker from putting hands on her. Take a ride with both River and Damon and see what they go through to make their relationship work. River feels like she's in a losing battle with the streets for Damon's heart. What will happen when life-changing events occur and a new man by the name of Major Atkins enters River's life? Will she still have to battle with the streets for the love of her man or will she walk away from it all? Find out in Wifey Vs the Streets...

The Story of DeLano Trevino


BriAnn Danae - 2018
    Deliberate. Menace. Executioner. Those were just a few words to describe the DeLano Trevino. For the majority of his life, he had been deemed the quiet one. Light on his toes, but swift with his trigger finger; no target was ever left untouched. No enemy ever left breathing. That was until he made the mistake of letting his best friend’s killer roam freely. Six years have gone by since he left the grimy streets of California. After the brutal killing of his best friend, Lano uprooted to the Midwest. Over the years, his rank in the streets solidified him as one of the most ruthless men to grace Kansas City. To most, especially the women, his entire persona yelled dangerous, but not to all. Attracted to what she knew wasn’t good for her, Anika was smitten with Lano from day one. His hood charm turned her own in ways no other man had ever done. Their friendship blossomed into a full-blown relationship with ease and was rocky at first, but there was no turning back now. She was invested, respected as his woman, and held as much weight in the streets as he did. That was until Samia, Lano’s ex and his best friend’s sister, pops back into their life. When a trip to his hometown ends with bullets flying leaving Lano shot, all bets are off. The notion of making peace with his past was terminated immediately. With a thirst so strong for revenge, treachery overshadowed any rational thoughts Lano has when it comes to protecting the ones he loves. If it was a war his enemies were seeking, they had better come prepared with guns blazing. DeLano wasn’t laying down for a soul. He was snatching the lives of whoever during his deadly ambush and sending them straight to their maker.

Melani 2: A BBW Love on the Rise


Tyanna - 2020
    But the past comes racing back when she discovers the man that ruined her life is extremely close to the love of her life. In just a moment, everything Melani knows changes, and her heart is ripped out of her chest and stomped on. Will she press forward with Javion or will Melani continue to let her past dictate her future?Between going back and forth with Liv and trying to convince Melani that he’s serious about her, Javion feels like he’s going crazy. But going crazy for Melani is different and he likes it. Despite knowing the kind of baggage Melani comes with, Javion wants her and will stop at nothing to get her. But soon, a bomb is dropped that causes his whole world to shatter into thousands of pieces. Will he be able to handle the new information, or will he cut off the people he loves the most?On top of trying to figure out if they’re really up for the relationship thing, Erin and Marshon have been swamped with baby mama drama, which only causes Erin to be more cautious, especially with how her other relationships ended. But this time, it’s different, and now having a baby on the way, Erin is more determined than ever to give her baby a two-parent home. Will Marshon and Erin survive this storm? Or is their relationship not strong enough to withstand Hurricane Koree?

Sicka Than Your Average: A Good Girl Turned Savage


Mz Toni - 2016
    The only problem she didn't factor in was the distance Harvard would put between her and her nine year old sister. When you have a mother who can't let go of her youth, and a father too busy trying to make ends meat to provide for his family Charm has no choice but to pick up the slack. Charm makes the hard decision to attend college to build a future for her little sister when tragedy strikes leaving Charm to question her purpose in life.

The Sins Of My Beretta 2


Trenae' - 2016
    What happens when jealous ex-lovers and demons from the past refuse to stay there? Unresolved issues keeping coming back until Sin has no choice but to face them head on.Putting a whole new meaning to the term “love triangle”, not being able to handle all of Ghost’s baby mama drama, Sin finds herself in the arms of the rugged youngster by the name of Rello. Can she forgive Ghost for his short-comings or will Rello Show her that all she needed was the love that only he can give?With Rock missing in action, will the ones that vowed to always love and protect him still be there or will what he’s hiding from them be too much to bear?On this final ride with the crew, you will see what it means to do anything in the name of love even if it means killing the ones closest to you.

I Got Love For My Shawty


Tina J. - 2015
    She had the perfect job, perfect man and enough money in the bank to last three lifetimes. One-day tragedy struck when she least expected it. Depressed and alone Jasmine finally decided to give love another try. She met Ty who was handsome and charming; he was everything she was looking for until he did the unthinkable to her.Mo grew up with Jasmine and always had a crush on her; unfortunately she never gave him the time of day. She felt that he was too much of a thug for her and would be a constant distraction. Jasmine didn’t want the headache so she always played it safe when it came to dating. When he finds out what happens will he be her knight and shining armor or will he push her away.

A Hood Nigga Fetish 2


Johnazia Gray - 2015
     Hennessey and Keice are facing a very tough time in their relationship due to all the drama his ex-girlfriend, Camille has caused. With Camille getting killed in the middle of revealing a disturbing secret, will Keice be able to deal with Hennessey again? Or, will she just let it go and move on? With Jessica going through a tough phase in her life, will she try her best to get the kids and show everyone that she can be a wonderful guardian? Or, will she focus more on getting her life back on the right track instead? Desmond is simply trying to let go of the street life and focus on him, his son and his relationship with Jessica. However, temptation may just lead him back to his old ways. Will these couples stand the test of time? Or, will they find it easier to go their separate ways and leave the drama of their past behind them? Find out in A Hood Nigga Fetish 2. A Must Read!

Hard 2: Thirst for Blood


Anjela Day - 2013
    Everything the legendary duo has built is on the line due to the jealously of past loves, friends and even family. Obtaining money, power, and respect is never easy, but The Alton’s prove it that holding on to it is even harder.

What's it Like to Be In Love


Trese - 2016
    Meet Hendrix a street God that is ready to settle down. He finds love in Chandler, his sister’s best friend who is just as clueless at how the four letter word works. Can these two finally lay the bad taste that love has left in their mouth to rest or will they end their relationship feeling the same way that they walked into it? Take this journey with Hendrix, Chandler and their loved ones as they try finding the answer to the most asked question What’s it Like to be in Love?

Love From a One Night Stand


Trinity - 2015
    Until one night she meets Ghost a bad boy rapper with a play boy image. A one night stand with him changes her life forever. Kevin (Ghost) Jackson is a bad boy rapper who loves the party lifestyle and dealing with different women. He never thought he would settle down, until he gets Angel pregnant and is forced to slow down. Everyone disapproves of his relationship with Angel including his mother who makes him choose. Embark on the journey with Angel and Ghost as all the odds are against them to find true love. Will they become a family? Or will they allow people to get in the way of their true happiness?