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Forever Down for My Boss


Coco J - 2019
    Aaliyah quickly puts her law degree to work. Finding a position at The Defenders Association, Aaliyah realizes that as the youngest defender there, she would have to prove herself to her boss... she just didn’t know the day would come so soon for her. Neither did she know that her first case would change life as she knew it. Since a youngin’, Consequence Love Jr. knew his name was powerful, and one day he would run the empire his father worked so hard to build along with his uncles. After countless defenders try and fail to get him out on bond, Consequence almost gave up on the thought of going home before his trial... that was until Aaliyah Thomas walked into the courtroom and changed the game while also stealing his heart. Falling for his public defender wasn’t something Consequence intended to do, especially with his wife, India, waiting at home for him. Being in a toxic relationship was all La’Draya knew due to her first love, Greg. After leaving him, she promised herself she wouldn’t jump into another relationship anytime soon—until she meets Knowledge Jordan Jr. Used to having and getting what he wants, Knowledge set his eyes on La’Draya and instantly knew he wanted her and wouldn't take no for an answer. After getting one taste of her, Knowledge did whatever he needed to do in order to keep her—even if she didn’t agree. Secrets are spilled. Hearts are broken. Lines are crossed, and guns are drawn. The only question is who’ll be standing in the end?

He Got the Keys to My Heart


Glitz - 2016
    She's not the typical gold digger type. Noel works hard for what she wants. She's a Nashville native, when she meets the demanding bossed up Keys from Miami in a night club, her life changes. Keys is a thug who runs the south. He is used to having what he wants, when he wants it, but with Noel it's different. She doesn't fall to her knees like everyone else in his life. She plays the cat and mouse game with Keys not impressed with his boss demeanor. When she finally decides to live a little and consider a friendship with Keys, bitter exes and family members don't want to see them happy making her think about reconsidering everything. Will he be able to gain the keys to her heart?

Coffee and Marquan: That's My Best Friend


Shaytrece - 2016
    Whenever Marquan needed anyone, Coffee was always a phone call away. Things between the best friends were great until two years ago when Marquan began dating his bratty girlfriend Bianca. Due to Coffee and Marquan’s closeness, Coffee was forced to befriend Bianca. Bianca isn’t threatened by Coffee’s presence in Marquan’s life as long as he continued to spoil her. Bianca didn’t care about anything or anybody, but herself. Marquan becomes a target and like always, Coffee is there. It is then that Marquan begins to realize the more available Coffee was the less available Bianca was for him. Marquan continued to blame Bianca’s behavior on his past cheating ways. Although Marquan has worked toward changing his ways for the better. Bianca made a change for the worse. Coffee is torn between hurting her best friend’s feelings and trying to stay out of their relationship to work on hers. With all the drama surrounding the best friends, and the change of course their long-time friendship has taken, when the smoke clears, will Coffee and Marquan still be able to say… That’s my best friend?

Save Her For Me 3


Bree - 2016
    This time Jasper and Jehlani are behind the wheel only they don’t know where they’re going. Jehlani and Jasper have both been through a lot over the last year of their teenage relationship and are struggling to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way. What happens when ego, pride, confusion, hurt, anger, distrust, and sadness sneaks its way into their relationship and makes things a little complicated. After everything they’ve been through will they make it through the pain that they’ve both caused one another or will they slowly drift away? Juelz and Nadia are basking in the love that they created with one another. They’re both enjoying they’re family and just trying to live drama free but that isn’t easy. Kasey and Peaches are constantly at each other’s throats. Jasper and Jehlani can’t make a good decision to save their lives and are always into some trouble. Can Juelz keep his family safe and help them stick together instead of falling apart? Or, will he drop the ball and let chaos take place.

Every Bad Boy Needs A Rider 2


Kellz Kimberly - 2017
    Now she's sitting on a cold steel bench in jail wondering where her life went wrong. Wanting nothing more than to save her family, she is left with a heavy heart and revenge on her mind. Jasheem had to make a choice, allow the woman he loves to die, or let her sit in a jail cell. Choosing the latter of the two, Jasheem does all he can to get back at the one who destroyed his relationship. He is racing against the clock to handle Biggz, but to some he doesn't seem to be doing enough. When it comes to riding for a bad boy you, sometimes have to ride for the wrong one before you find the right one. Both Jasheem and Zion are going to be put to the test. The only question is who comes out on top?

He Want That Old Thang Back: Spinoff to She Used to be the Sweetest Girl


BriAnn Danae - 2016
    You MUST read that first, in order to enjoy this novel*** SYNOPSIS ​ The saying is that time heals all wounds, but for the pair you were first introduced to in “She Used to be the Sweetest Girl,” that saying couldn’t be further from the truth. Pierre, known bachelor of St. Louis and heavy in the streets, is trying to find his way in the love game. His player ways are taking a toll on him and the thought of settling down sounds appealing. But he can’t seem to choose with whom he wants to share his time and bed with. About her business and in a happy relationship, Carissa is enjoying her life without Pierre. Their year apart has given her time to evaluate what she really wants in a relationship. Though she was somewhat content, the little voice in her head is telling her that she is settling. Deep down, her heart belongs to Pierre, even though she didn’t want it to. She is about to find out that maybe giving her heart over to someone new was the wrong move. As these two struggle to grasp the realization that they are not meant to be, you will also be introduced to a couple dealing with issues of their own: that young love, where it’s fresh and fun, but could be toxic if you let it. Cameo’s from Shemel and Brix will be filled throughout the pages and you, the reader, will get to see where his rap career has led their relationship as well. ​ Some of the hardest decisions to make in life come from being indecisive and not knowing what is best for us. For the couples in this book, one bad decision can make their world change… forever. “He Want That Old Thang Back” is not only a story of love, but one of growth and life lessons. Hopefully, the lessons meant to be learned aren’t taught too late.

Heart of a Boss: A Memphis Love Story


Jammie Jaye - 2016
    She falls head over hills for him. In her mind she had the perfect love story. That is until she dropped out of college to follow him to Miami. Soon as they touched down in Miami her sunshine and blue sky’s turned into rain and thunderstorms. After 4 years of being locked away from the world and being mistreated she finally got the opportunity to get away from him. After moving back to Memphis she finds out that her long time best friend Jazmine held back a secret that could have saved her a lot of agony and heartbreak that she went through with Jaxon. Shortly after returning back home to Memphis her best friend Reagan introduces her to one of the most notorious drug distributors in the south Kamery Moreno. Kamery comes into her life and shows her what its really like to be loved. He was the total opposite of Jaxon, from his demeanor to the way that he dressed. Never in a million years would she have though that she would be in love with a man of his stature. After finding out that she is pregnant she decides that is time for her to be independent and achieve some of her personal goals she has set. Just when fells like she has everything under control she finds out that Kamery and his brother inherited their father’s drug empire. In addition to being a soon to be mom, opening a club, and being a King Pins wife she tries her best to stay focused. After not only being kidnapped …but also being betrayed by her best friend that just doesn’t seem to be happening. Can Shayla with stand the heartache, betray and pain that come with the biggest drug supplier on the United States? Or will she run when things get messy?

Hold You Down 3: Ahmad and Pia


Dominique Thomas - 2017
    While looking for Xerius, Ahmad is hit with a pain like no other as one of the most loved women in his family is shot down. His anger and rage takes him to a place that he has never been before. Pia is determined to keep her man out of jail and in the home where he belongs. Rowan has other plans as she comes back into the picture hell bent on showing Pia that what she had with Ahmad was something real. Kaseema is going through it as she deals with pregnancy alone. She’s depressed, and the rainbow at the end of her storm comes in the form of Quavo. He’s everything that she needs, only he’s not Shyy. Kaseema finds it hard to accept his love, but once Shyy comes back into the picture, she starts to question her feelings for him as well. Now she has two men vying for her attention, but she can only be with one. Which will she choose? Rocky isn’t new to the story, but she finds herself wrapped up in the man by the name of Bucks, and he’s nothing like the men that Rocky are used to. Bucks comes to her aid and becomes the object of her affection. Effortlessly, she falls for him, but once she starts to see that he might not feel the same way, what will Rocky do?

Lil Mama From The Projects 3


Mz. Toni - 2016
    It seems like no matter how good of a person she is, she just can't seem to get her happily ever after. She decides to just focus on herself and her children, and put her relationship with Mega on the back burner. When she becomes more involved in her own life and less involved in anything else irrelevant, a new relationship develops. Just when things seem to be getting better, drama is around the corner and snakes are lurking and waiting to snatch her happiness right from under her. Will Cherish finally get her happily ever after? Will that happiness be with Mega or will they go their separate ways and find love elsewhere?

I Can't Be the One You Love 2


Jahquel J. - 2016
    With his gun and his right hand, wife right by his side he’s ready to get some answers, that’s until Royalty springs the news of Celine’s pregnancy on him. After the loss of their daughter, it’s nothing he wants more than to have another baby with the love of his life, but will he get that? Will Celine do the unthinkable and break her vows because of her fears? Zigz has always been considered the one with a few screws missing. What happens when Autumn has been the one with the screws all this time? Will Zigz step up and be the man that both Levi and Autumn need in their life? Will Autumn find out about what Zigz was doing the night he was arrested? Or will Zigz take it to his grave? Being surrounded by women that shoot first and ask questions later, Zigz doesn’t want to expose Autumn to the lifestyle, but will he have a choice? Lord stepped in and took what was his; Royalty. But, what about Mia? Where does that leave her in their lover’s triangle? His mind is on one thing and that’s making Royalty into the woman he needs, not the spoiled bratty girl she was with Kansas. Will he be able to achieve that or will Royalty go running back to Kansas? Will Lord finally throw the towel in when it comes to Royalty and find out what’s really out there for him? Everyone is in love in this sequel, but are they with the right people? We know who we want together, but is that what their heart is telling them? I present to you I can’t be the one you, the sequel.

Let Me Be The One


Tina J. - 2019
    He had his woman Erica, his newborn daughter Lexi and enough money to last three lifetimes. Unfortuately, with a case of mistaken identity, Kane was falsely arrested while he was on vacation and placed in prison out in California. Unfortunately, the woman that vowed to be by his side while he did the bid disappeared from his life after the first year. She handed his newborn daughter to his brother and his girl because she didn't want to deal with the responsibilities of raising a child alone. Kane is finally released and returns home to find his ex has permanently removed herself from their child's life but tries to find a way back in to get close to him again by demanding her back. A situation will arise that has Kane showing everyone the SAVAGE he really is after he tried to keep that side of him hidden. Stacy finally found his ride or die chick in his woman Essence. She cooked, cleaned, took care of their son, his niece and knew how to throw down in the bedroom. However; someone from his past has been lurking around for the past year. When she is revealed his relationship will be tested and the lies from back then will resurface as well. The reason the person comes back into his life won't be what everyone expects. In the end people will lose their life but who will it be? Take a ride with these brothers and see who will be the last one standing.

Tandy and Bless: When Opposites Attract


Keshia - 2016
    That is, until she crossed paths with the sexy Bless during a home visit to follow up on a child neglect complaint. Sparks immediately fly between the two, and Bless does not hesitate to make his interest known. The only problem is, Tandy is afraid to live her life without being judged and criticized by her overbearing mother. Will Tandy succumb and give Bless what he wants, or will she allow her no good ex, Marquez, to come back into her life and cause more damage than before? Bless Puckett isn’t your average twenty-one-year street hustler. He’s a damn good father to his five-year-old daughter and loves her unconditionally. Since the age of ten, his life has been anything but perfect. After being bounced from foster home to foster home as a child, he is determined to guarantee his daughter the stability that he never had. When he meets Tandy, he immediately knows that she is the woman he has prayed so hard for. The woman who will complete his family. Bless could not resist the way he felt for Tandy, however, his age and both their occupations presented a challenge. Not to mention the meddling of outside forces determined to keep them apart. All Bless wants is a chance to prove to Tandy that age ain’t nothing but a number, and that opposites do attract. Find out if Tandy will give Bless a chance. Or will she let real true love slip through her fingers? Take a ride with these characters’ and see how this love story goes.This story will leave you with your mouth wide open and wanting more.

A Hustler's Tears: A Haitian Love Story


Natisha Raynor - 2016
    Emilie is devastated and is unable to hide it. Her devastation pushes Truth away because he feels that she should put her feelings aside and ride for him. The more Emilie acts out the more it pushes Truth away and the both of them begin to fear that the damage isn't able to be undone. Samir Adams is happily married and faithful. His only flaw is running the streets, but he has no intention of stopping any time soon. Going for a short visit to North Carolina to visit his God brother, Jules Baptiste, changes Samir's life in more ways than one. On top of being shot, he discovers that his wife, Charity, isn't who he thinks she is, and it rips his heart from his chest. Samir vows to never love again, but once he meets a sexy pharmacist, he has to ask himself if that vow is actually a realistic one. Crucial and his girl, Kennedi, are settled into their new home in Miami and waiting for the birth of their child. Life is great until a freak accident breaks both of their hearts and changes the course of their relationship. Crucial doesn't know how to handle his grief, and it's not the first time that he pushes Kennedi away, but it could be his last. Fed up with his treatment of her, Kennedi begins to question if they are meant to be. Truth, Samir, and Crucial play no games in the streets, but their women are their weakness, and they all learn the hard way that hustlers feel pain too.

When It's Real It's Forever 2


Ke'asia Morris - 2016
    Two years have passed and they're more in love than they've ever been. All of the drama and hurt from the past is forgotten and replaced with nothing but happiness, or so they thought.Gionni is doing his thing on the court, and being the man has a price. Sacrifices have to be made and dedication is required, but with the groupies beating down the door, can G resist temptation and stay faithful to Nielle, or are the girls just a part of the game he plays?Nielle is close to graduating and working towards her dreams, but when she ends up pregnant, she couldn't be happier. Not everything is a fairytale ending. When the times get rough will their love last or will it fade away Will this couple's love be real enough to last forever or was this all just a phase?

He Stole My Heart: I Fell In Love With A Kingpin


Toy - 2016
    She has been forced into a secret life of being the top supplier of guns, explosives, and anything that can be used to kill. Which is a life that she felt was never meant for her. She unexpectedly met Bartone ‘Bam’ Martin one night, and her life changed forever. Bam knows there is more to Rita than she is making it seem, but Rita is dead set on not letting Bam know who she is, but it all comes out anyway. Tovina is an independent BBW who works so much that she hasn’t even thought about a relationship. Living with her own insecurities and self-doubt, she never thought about a man being in her life until she crossed paths with Jasper ‘Jinx’ Hollowell. Jinx is the type of man who goes for what he wants, and Tovina is what he wants. He knows that she is not looking for a relationship, but he is fully prepared to do a sneak attack and steal her heart away. Bartone ‘Bam’ Martin and Jasper ‘Jinx’ Hollowell are two hot heads that are on the come up. They are running everything in the streets now that the Daniels brothers have gotten out of the game. Between the two of them, if you cross them, you are sure to come up limping, bleeding, or dead. They don’t play with the streets because the streets are not a game. They are fine until they come across Rita and Tovina, the two women who they cannot ignore or avoid. A surprise beef and the secrets of the women have them running around confused and angry. Once one secret is revealed, there will surely be more to follow. Are the secrets enough for someone to pay with their life or their stolen hearts?