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Keyshia and Cashmere 2: A Jersey Hood Love
Karma Monae - 2015
With Eyshia missing, and the crew all on edge, Ru is ready to paint the city red until he finds out who took his sister. What will Cashmere do when he finds out his rachet baby mama Kaiyah has been lying to him about their daughter all these years ? Is Ru Tan's baby daddy or is it the feds she been creeping with? And After 10 years of marriage and 5 kids, is Mike and Jae really done? Tensions rise, and no one is to be trusted. Find out what happens next in this installment of Keyshia and Cashmere : A Jersey Hood Love 2
Crushin' On A Boss: The Streets or Love
Tysha Jordyn - 2016
She loved Je’Marcus Watford past his flaws and stayed loyal, even when he failed to put her first. She dove head first into their young love, allowing Je’Marcus to be her lifeline when her mother abandoned her to chase the street life, but when the smoke clears and those blinders come off, Aniqa finds herself living a heart-breaking nightmare. Hoping to give her baby girl, Essence, the world, Aniqa is faced with a tough decision: move on from Je’Marcus’ abusive love drought, or stay blindly committed to a disloyal dude. There’s just one problem, though: the only way Je’Marcus plans to let her go is through death. Linc Carmichael is a low key boss that wants no parts of the L word. Determined to take the family business to the next level, he plays it close to the chest when dealing with chicks. He sticks to chicks that don’t expect a commitment and has one main rule: no chicks with kids. That all goes out the window when he meets Aniqa; her natural beauty and heart of gold bring Linc to his knees, and he knows he has to have her—no matter who has to die in the process. Crushed is what you feel when love don’t love you back, but Linc just might be the one to renew Aniqa’s faith in love when she finds herself Crushin’ on a Boss....
Love In The Ghetto (Lil Mama In The Projects #1)
Mz. Toni - 2015
Her mother is a sick and abusive woman that always saw Cherish as the mistake that ruined her life. An unexpected incident nearly costs Cherish everything. However, the unfortunate tragedy of a loved one leads her right into the arms of a new man that could end up being good for the soul. Mega is young, handsome and seems to have it all. He has moved across the hall from Cherish, the beautiful yet quiet and battered young woman. Mega witnesses the abuse she has suffered at the hands of her mother and wants to save her, but growing up in the hood has taught him to mind his business, and to turn a blind eye to things that don't concern him. Will Mega save Cherish? Or, will his hood nature cause him to turn a blind eye to her obvious cry for help? If so, can he save her in time? Or, will the abuse and neglect cost Cherish her life?
Scarlett 3
Tiece - 2014
Luke loves her with all his heart, but the only thing standing in the way of their happiness is the fact that he could be April’s baby daddy. Scarlett feels hurt and finds herself drawn in an unlikely relationship with Troy as he sets out to win her heart. However, unbeknownst to him, she’s not exactly keeping things completely honest. Nina wants nothing more than to get back with her kid’s father, Stephen. However, Stephen has moved on with an old friend of Nina’s and this union threatens any type of chance that she and Stephen have at being together. Rick continues to lurk in the shadows, definitely making it hard for Nina to ever find happiness with anyone other than himself. Sheila struggles with loving Jay as Jay struggles with losing Scarlett. To add to the confusion, Jay refuses to come to terms with the possibility of being April’s other baby daddy to her unborn child. Sheila is still on a road to redemption, but finds herself questioning Scarlett’s loyalty to her as veiled secrets are slowly being revealed. Will she find out the truth about Scarlett and her father messing around or will the tables turn and reveal some nasty details about herself? There are always two sides to every story. However, in this series, there are numerous sides to a story that only one can imagine… SCARLETT3
Wishing He Was My Savage 3
Trenae' - 2017
With so many questions running through her head Ashleigh doesn't know where to turn or who to turn to. With the backbone of the crew, Harlem missing without a trace, it seems like the gang is slowly falling apart. Houston was never the thinker, always one to act on impulse it doesn't take long for him to realize that he is out of his element. Adding insult to injury, the one person that should be in his corner is so stuck on her past that she has no time for her future. Though she should be on his side, Amanda can't focus on Houston because her mind is on the what ifs. Finally at a good place, her past storms in and ruins the plans she had for the future. Instead of letting go and enjoying life, Amanda makes a decision that sends her in a downward spiral that not even Houston can save her from. Will Amanda move towards the future or let her past swallow her whole? In this explosive finale, bonds will be broken and relationships will be tested. Will the crew come out on top or will Kennedy prove to be a bigger boss than her father?
SECRETS OF A KEPT BITCH
Ambria Davis - 2014
She had to fend for herself at a young age; life was hard from the get-go, and she must figure out a way to get herself out of the poverty stricken environment. Unlike other girls her age, young Mimi wants more out of life; she wants a way out of the ghetto. Fate intervenes on her behalf when she meets one of New Orleans’ biggest dope boys. She instantly falls in love with this mysterious stranger; everything in her life changes for the better and her future seems brighter. She will soon learn however, that being a hustler’s wife comes with serious consequences. Years later, Mimi decides to move to Atlanta, where she has it all; a beautiful family, fast cars, the finest clothes and everything that she’s ever dreamt about. How can a woman that has so much going for herself be so unhappy? With a man that’s constantly cheating and her past rapidly catching up to her, she must figure out a way to get all these secrets out in the open—without taking a loss. Take a ride on this roller coaster with Amina Washington and uncover the SECRETS OF A KEPT BITCH.
Finessing The Plug
Treasure Malian - 2015
The one that sets a goal and does everything in her power to accomplish it? That’s Journee. Journee is focused on graduating college and attending Medical school. But, a level headed girl always has a turn-up girl as a best friend, and that's Zoie. Journee's life was planned and moving along accordingly until she and Zoie met Jonas and Lex. Jonas, who is coming into his own, as the plug, after the death of his father, is focused on the money. He wasn’t looking for a relationship. However, when Journee walked into his life doing all of the right things, one night in Vegas quickly turned into a whirlwind love affair. What starts as two people passing time, turns into true feelings and love. Journee starts falling for Jonas and vice versa. Jonas has been burnt before by "love" so he tries to be cautious but falls hard for Journee. Will he end up getting burnt by love again? Stephan is Journee's older brother, known as the fuck-up of the family. With a get it how you live mentality Stephan sets out to do what is natural for him. However, this stick up is different; it involves his sister. Will his plan ultimately get both him and his sister killed? Love and loyalty is tested when outside sources begin to work against the young couple. While Finessing the plug, Journee falls deep in love with Jonas, and he ends up finessing her heart. Will the allure of a dangerous game be the demise of their relationship and one of their lives?
Recklessly In Love With a Detroit Bad Boy
Miss Candice - 2019
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.
Malcolm Powers: The Beginning (Bankroll Squad Prequel)
David Weaver - 2013
His bloodline was of power, and he felt that it was only right that he reign as the most powerful Power family member to date. With a soft spot for women and a sore spot for snitches, he set out to lay down the foundation of his character from the streets of Houston to the city of Atlanta. **13,000 word short story****Also, make sure you pre-order Bankroll Squad 4 on Kindle**
The Illest Chick
Cassie - 2014
Nakhai loves Quinn as if she was his little sister, and wants nothing but the best for her. When Quinn makes the decision that she wants to help Nakhai run the “business” while DJ is locked up, he is reluctant, butagainst his better judgment, he brings her in and teaches her everything. Khai has just stepped up from the world of marijuana and into the world of cocaine and has linked up with the only other team that can make as much money if not more than he can. When Khai links up with Stylez and Mar, the streets of Buffalo don’t know what hit them. After running into Quinn in the mall, Stylez wants nothing more to make her his, but can he handle the fact that she’s the other half of the duo that’s serving him his product? Will Quinn ever tell Stylez that she is his supplier, or will she remain a silent partner until her brother comes home and bow out gracefully without ever saying anything to him?
In Love with A Dope Boy
Treasure Bee - 2014
At a young age, Tyler was forced to grow up and become the man of his family. Always the protector and provider for his sister, Tyler turned to the streets early on in order to survive. Despite her beauty, Skyler is insecure and unsure of herself. With no one to turn to except her brother, she often feels lost in Tyler’s crazy lifestyle. Tori is Tyler’s ride or die, but like most young girls involved with a street nigga Tori is struggling to hold on to her sanity while trying to deal with all the b.s. and drama that comes with being Tyler’s leading lady, as well as dealing with her own demons. Friends will turn into enemies. Secrets will be revealed and love will be tested. Only the strong survive, so who will be left standing?
The King Cartel: Love & War
Frank Gresham - 2014
DAMAR KING, the heir to the throne, is a young, brash leader who is intent on solving the riddle of his brother's murder and taking the organization to new heights. And whoever opposes him will be eliminated with no regard as he searches for the enemy from within his own crew.When the hidden opposition becomes strong, Damar becomes stronger, and the gunplay becomes fierce. However, the treachery that surrounds him is just as lethal as Damar's gun.To avoid the snakes that slither in his garden, Damar learns he must use brain over brawn as loyalties are forged and broken to remain on top.Will Damar learn that lesson in time? Or will his enemies bring him down to his knees? Will the burgeoning love that sprouts amiss all of the bloodshed become Damar's strength or his ultimate weakness? The only thing that's certain is that nothing is sacred in Love and War, and that Damar will go to any means to protect THE KING CARTEL.
Addicted to a Dirty South Thug 3
Shan - 2016
After her fairytale proposal and saying yes to the man she loved, Cuba was hit with the bitter and jealous filled rage of Brianna. Cuba's first thought is to run, but Khi isn't going to let that happen. He does everything in his power to show Cuba that she is his queen and he her king and ensures nothing ever happens to her again. Showering Cuba with love, affection, and gifts send these two right down the aisle of matrimony, but what happens just as the two are united? Life and betrayal has sent Khi back to the man that he had so long tried to escape. After everything that happened to his Cuba, Khi becomes the ultimate gentleman at home, but more ruthless than ever in the streets. He and his brothers are determined to reign supreme in the streets and with the new deal that's been handed to them, they plan to take it all while suffering no losses. The money begins to roll in effortlessly and the Prince name is own its way to being a legacy, but while things seem to be going great for them, someone isn't with it, and they're coming for Khi with all they have. KaeDee and Detective Destiny Henson's love story was written before KaeDee had even known. After Deonna's past was revealed and finding out the sacrifices that Destiny has made for him, KaeDee has decided to take things easy and get away for a while. Knowing he's no good for his brothers right now, he and Destiny embark on a journey to see if there a such thing as true happiness. Cassidy tried his best to be a good man to Tangie but one simple mistake causes him to lose his relationship with her. Feeling resentful and as stubborn as ever, Cassidy refuses to beg for forgiveness again and puts his all into the Prince legacy. He no longer wants to love, but when Jourdin the mother of his child walks back into his life and shows him unconditional love and Tangie finally confesses that she no longer wants to live without him, Cassidy finds himself in love with two women unsure of which one deserves his heart the most. Dae awakes from his coma feeling colder than ever. A character you all know pushes Tamar to forgive Dae and his wrongdoings against Taylana for the sake of their child. And now that things seem to be back on the right path, Dae no longer wants what he is now able to have and seeks to win back the heart of the one woman that he cost the most pain to. He wants Amber back and to build the relationship that he coldly tore apart, but she won't make it easy for him and nor will Taylana. Now that Khian, Cassidy, and Daelan are all together, the Prince legacy is in the midst of being written. These brothers have a point to prove and will stop at nothing to do so. You've never seen them so ruthless before especially when the biggest blow to come their way yet involves the last piece to the Prince brother puzzle...Emon. The Prince brothers love hard this round, but gun harder showing you just why everyone is Addicted to A Dirty South Thug.
Dream and Drake 2: A Cartel Love Story
Princess Diamond - 2017
Dream leaves the precinct with a heavy heart. Drake tries to give her some space, but she has no intentions of taking a break from him. She wants to reconcile things that night so that they can be happy in the morning. After another altercation with Channa, Drake’s wife, Dream realizes that her relationship with Drake is not the fairytale life that she thinks it is. Winning Drake back will not be as easy as she thought. Channa will not allow Dream to step into the picture and steal Drake away without a fight. Channa will kill for him. Not only is Channa a beautiful bombshell, she is Drake’s trap queen too. There is nothing that Channa won’t do for her man, as long as he chooses her. She can be vindictive, secretive, and scandalous if need be. The beef in the streets is brewing. Before Drake knows it, he is in a world of chaos. His businesses are under attack and his family is under fire. Bullets are being hailed everywhere. For the first time in Drake’s life, he fails. Now, he doesn’t know if he should tell The Cartel or not. Breeze has no idea that Bey is kidnapped. He thinks that she is still angry with him. After Dream is hurt badly, Breeze tries to look for Bey, but his pride and hot-headed way of thinking won’t allow him to search too long. He’s convinced that she’s moved on and he’s determined to do the same. Will Dream and Drake end up together like they planned? Will Breeze find Bey? Or will the chaos surrounding their love prevent them from blossoming?
Every Girl Needs a Thug
Shantay - 2014
Shanice is just a young vibrate teenage girl that is trying to focus on graduating college and making something out of herself. When she meets Money, a young rapper that captures her heart and changes the course that she is directed in, instead of only doing her she does him, but will loving him get her burned in the end? JaeCia is going through the motions being that her dad is locked up and her mother doesn’t care about her. She finds solace from her crazy world in TJ, someone who has always been there for her but will she allow her heart to open and be loved? Amora is living her days in hell, hiding secrets left and right but trying to keep a cool exterior. She just wants to be loved and focus on school but when she meets Bangga she finds herself doing things she would have never done and telling him things she never would tell even her two bffs. Will Bangga he be her diary? Or will their pages be burned?Authors Shantay, Yanni and Lola Bandz weave together a story of young love, heartbreak, truth and lies and will have you asking yourself is it worth it to really love a thug in this 1 part of a 2 book explosive love series. Come find out why Every Girl Needs a Thug.