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Her Husband, My Savage 2


Charmanie Saquea - 2019
    Only thing is, Carmilla is not going to just let go of the man she has dedicated the past five years of her life to that easily.

 After being stabbed in the heart by the man she loved, A’Layla has plans on enjoying the single life with no interruptions. Too bad Santos refuses to accept the fact that she’s done with him for good. If that wasn’t enough, she still has the undeniably sexy chocolate god known as Jacier in her corner, slowly breaking down her walls. With both headstrong men willing to do whatever it takes to be the man in her life, A’Layla is thrown into a whirlwind of drama that she never saw coming.

A Ruthless Love Story


K.L. Hall - 2018
    She plans to use that money to escape her toxic relationship, but what she doesn’t know is the money she stole wasn’t his to keep. It was a loan from the Belmonte family, one of the most dangerous families in the heart of the Big Apple. Most children are taught not to play with their food, but Nevahn “Lourde” Belmonte was taught never to play with his money. He comes from a world of trappers and killers disguised as businessmen, so there are no college savings or 401K’s, only street money. As the only son of a street god, he’s next in line to inherit the million-dollar family “business” until his father throws a wrench in his plans. He must create a legacy, and he will not hand him the keys to the kingdom until he has a wife. With the lifestyle he lives, there’s no room for monogamy, let alone marriage. When Loyalty’s actions land her in Lourde’s presence, he’s immediately drawn to her fearlessness and beauty. She just may be the girl he needs to get what he wants. When given the chance, he makes her an offer she can’t refuse. Over time, what was supposed to be just a “business” deal turns into much more than just six zeros scribbled on a check. In A Ruthle$$ Love Story, she will find out what it’s like to fall in love with a man whose reputation is almost as ruthless as his smile, and he will learn what it means to love someone unconditionally.

Ballad of a Boss' Wife 2


Mz. Lady P. - 2016
    That's exactly what Bianca has been doing while Bless is awaiting trial. His empire is flourishing and the money is flowing abundantly thanks to Bianca. Of course with more money comes more problems. Out in the world without her better half has been hard on Bianca but she's handled life as a wife and mother with ease. At the same time her naïve nature tends to blind her judgement of what's obvious in front of her.Of course Bless being the dominant man he is he works hard to mold her into the wife he wants her to be. Bianca wants her own identity and to be known as more than Bless' wife. Which causes more drama than the couple needs. After all the streets is talking and niggas is gossiping. They want what Bless and Bianca have. In this highly anticipated installment to the Best Selling series. Bianca and Bless will have to remain the strong united front they've always been in order to overcome the newest set of obstacles and treachery. They said that you're never supposed to live with regrets and in this case certain decisions will have dire consequences for all parties involved. Follow Bianca on her journey of self discovery and life while standing firm as the Boss' Wife!!!

Fallin' For A Boss's Love


Misha - 2018
    Unlike most her age, all she does is go to school and work, to help her mother pay bills, and take care of her younger sister, Khadijah. On her 23rd birthday, her friend Priya persuades her to go to the club for the first time. Yani encounters a man who seems like all the others, but she’ll find out that may not be the case. Handsome, aspiring rapper, Ramello, is a no-nonsense kind of man. He takes his love of music serious, and refuses to let a woman stand in the way of his career. Meeting Yani, he finds a woman that is not all about being with him for what he can do for her. They hit it off, but his past starts to interfere with what they can be. After shutting Ramello down at the club, he runs into her while she’s at work and shoots his shot again. This time Yani notices that he’s a sight for sore eyes, and finally agrees to go out with him. Mello has this cool, calm, and collected demeanor that wins her heart over, but women from his single life start to stand in the way. They’re popping up at shows and wanting to fight inside of clubs. Yani is a hard woman to crack, but will Ramello be able to open her heart? Will he be able to show her that all men aren’t the same, or will he end up proving her theory correct?

He Got Me Willing to Risk it All 2: Needing that Hood Love


Lucinda John - 2018
    He Got Me Willing to Risk it all 2

A Hood Boy's Love is Forever


Taniece - 2019
    Her mother Net leaves her on her grandmother’s doorstep and never looks back. As she gets older, Bambi gets to the point where she pushes everyone away to keep them from leaving her, except her boyfriend Doc and best friend Hershey; that is until Doc breaks her heart and she severs ties. She finds herself in a situation with the sexy, hood boy, Ari XL. The more Bambi finds herself pushing him away, the more she craves him and eventually gives in. Ari XL is the oldest out of three brothers. After his parents died, he took on the duty of making sure that his brothers, Nick and MoneyBagg were straight by any means necessary. He gets distracted by the beautiful slick mouth Bambi and immediately feels a connection to her, but she turns out to be more trouble than he bargained for. Hershey and her boyfriend Surge nears their one year anniversary with thoughts of his infidelities on her mind. Finally getting proof that he’s been cheating on her, she ends their relationship and finds herself in the arms of the handsome, gentle, and kind Nick. She finds out that Nick isn’t who he says he is and it leaves her at a crossroads. Bambi and Hershey both are broken and in need of that unconditional love. Will XL and Nick be able to give them just that? Or will their hearts end up shattered even more?

Chosen: A Street King's Obsession


Sunny Giovanni - 2016
    But one thing Ramone knows is that a hustler is nothing without a woman by his side, so he pushes him to find a rider to make his wife before he can take his place as a leader in the streets. Diego agrees for the sake of earning the position that he was born to take on but when he meets a certain woman, things don't quite turn out the way he planned it. Christina isn’t the least bit glamorous and doesn’t give money so much as a second glance. The only thing on her agenda is caring for her elderly mother and working to provide for them both without any help. Unfortunately, Ramone isn’t the only parent who wants the best for his child. Regina, Christina’s mother, urges her to try to win Diego's heart in order to solidify their happiness. Christina isn't having it but she later agrees but her mother's plan backfires. When Christina discovers that she's not the only one fighting to be by Diego's side, will she fight or will she fold? Can she make him see the good in having less and not too much? Or will Diego throw away any intention of marrying to stay the bachelor that he loves being? Though these questions are answered, there are just too many people who hold knives, ready to either stab Diego in the back for his money… or slit Christina’s throat for the title she’s striving to earn.

That Bona Fide Hood Love: Fire & Pure 2


Dymond Taylor - 2020
    Gaining his trust took time and patience. Now, all that they have accomplished together, may be the end after she’s caught with the enemy, unknowingly. Fire is not only pissed off but hurt as well. Against his own will, he has caught feelings for Pure. The last thing he wanted to happen, but it did. Witnessing her with one of the accomplices who robbed him, put a bad taste in Fire’s mouth. It’s only one way he knows how to handle snakes...death. Zoni is left devastated, after finding out she and her sister, had been sharing the same man; without either of their knowledge. Talking about a tough pill to swallow. She’s conflicted between her love for Yurey and her loyalty to her sister. Do love conquers all? Or will she be forced to leave what her and Yurey once had in the past; even though it’s painful to do so?

Wise 3: Giving My Love to the Plug (The Wise Series)


Mercy B. - 2017
    With a young daughter, Lanee, depending on him for her very own well-being, he has no other choice but to place his mishaps on the burner to come to her aid. In a very delicate manner, Lanee becomes Liam's number one source of therapy, and together they heal one another’s scars. Yet, Liam can’t quite grasp his reality, and carelessly stray away from his obligations and morals set for himself as a man. Elise basks in her victory, happy to finally have Wise out of the picture. She strategically places her daughter in the midst of her twisted obsession with Liam Regal and awaits the day that he falls helplessly in love with her, again, forgetting her past transgressions. Liam’s life is in complete disarray, as a result of pleading with the Lord for his mercy and grace. Before long, he finds himself cradled in familiar arms, wishing the pain away. With time, he realizes his mistakes and attempts to lean on faith. Join Liam as he scrambles to find his footing, hoping that he isn’t too late.

That Bona Fide Hood Love: Zoli & Pride


Kennedy B. - 2019
    One of these decisions involving the rugged and brash Pride. Pride is a man who has lost literally everything to Katrina and is still recovering from the unfortunate disaster that took place fourteen years ago. Unavailable emotionally, he runs the streets with an iron fist and no feelings on the surface. That is until he lays eyes on the curly haired beauty that is Zoli. Lines are crossed, chaos is introduced, and fireworks light up the sky. However, neither want any strings or attachments to the other, but carelessly create one that forces them together. Is this attachment strong enough to keep them together? Or will this be one big mess, creating another disaster? Crescent, Zoli’s best friend and a city girl at heart is at a cross road in her life. Stuck between being comfortable, or happy. A decision she’s put off for long enough until a careless thug steps into her life.

He's Still B.A.E. 3: A B.A.E. Spin-off


Jahquel J. - 2016
    Does she tell her best friend or handle the matters on her own? With her relationship with her mother being better than the past, will Tammy cut her mother out she and the kid’s life for good this time? Tammy has to deal with everything that happens, but what happens when Latrell starts staying out late and taking secret phone calls? Is Latrell cheating on Tammy or is her mind playing tricks on her? Essence got herself involved in a love triangle, but she is only loving one part of the triangle. She’s falling head over heels back in love with Sept and could give a hell about her failing relationship with Kamari. Will Sept change for Essence or will he fall back into the same hole he’s crawled out of many times before? Honey is set on getting Essence out of her son’s life for good. Knowing their relationship is sinking, she decides to put more weight on the sinking boat when she reveals the secret that she has been hiding for her son. Will Essence throw in the towel this time or is her love for Kamari too strong? Avon and Ace’s relationship has been heartbreak after heartbreak. After Ace dismisses her for giving up a role that could of changed her life, Avon isn’t ready to call it quits. She’s tried of running and wants to finally make it work with Ace. Ace is worried about his daughter and if she’ll pull through this. Knowing Iesha kept this information from him, he files paperwork in court, but will he be able to get his kids? Will Iesha try to play dirty and get his kids taken from him all together? Will Avon and Ace finally get their fighting chance and be together, or will the two find themselves running away from the relationship before it could even start? In this finale to the BAE saga, we find out just how close these friends are. They’ve been through hell and back together before, but will they all make it out of their own personal hell?

Diamond's Affair 3


Danielle Marcus - 2014
    So what happens when a man has reached his limit? Garren James has reached his wits end with all the drama in his life, and it's causing him to struggle with his decision making process to stay or go. Garren loves Diamond with every fiber in his body, but when she doesn't show that same devotion, he begins to question if she even deserves him. This in turn, leads him right into the arms of the beautiful Mo. Mo intrigues G and has him battling with thoughts of moving on. G's love for Diamond may not be strong enough to resist temptation. Their union may be at risk of crumbling under pressure and with Mo in the picture that won’t be hard to do. Find out how their story unfolds in this explosive finale that is sure to have you on the edge of your seat.

Happily Never After: A Forsaken Love


Genesis - 2018
    The lives of Kamden, Rocco, Madison and Taylor are forever changed the moment Rocco Washington and Madison Adams first laid eyes on one another. Rocco was instantly mesmerized by Madison’s beauty and there was no way he was going to leave without knowing her. Fully aware that Madison is the daughter of his uncle’s nemesis, nothing could deter him from her. Taylor Kinney has been hurt before and has every intention on treating men the way they treat women. Taking a break from her demanding job, she goes home to Dallas in search of a much needed break. With her rotation of men in tact, Taylor is looking for nothing more than fun. After her sister gets involved with Rocco Washington. she comes in contact with the handsome and slick talking Kamden Washington. Is Kamden the man that can tame the savage in Taylor? Kamden Washington is the son of Kenny Washington, a notorious drug dealer in the city of Dallas. Trying to step out of his father’s shadow and get away from the family business, Kamden becomes part owner of Club TRU; one of the hottest nightclubs in Dallas. Kamden has his own issues when it comes to women. He’s never been disrespectful but no woman has ever been on his level to make him want to settle down; that is until he comes in contact with the mysterious, dark beauty Taylor Kinney. Witness the moments in time which lead four individuals on a roller-coaster ride. What will happen when the children of enemies come together? Can a union of that sort bring two warring families together? Or will family secrets threaten to tear them apart? Find out in, Happily Never After.

That Bona Fide Hood Love: Pluto and Galaxi


Taneice - 2019
    Now at twenty-one-years-old, Galaxi vows to do whatever it takes to get her sister back where she belongs—with her. Galaxi is reunited with her sister but everything imaginable happens, leaving her having to make certain choices to ensure their survival. Those same decisions left her indebted to the sexy irresistible Pluto and he’ll stop at nothing to get what’s rightfully his.

Our Love Is The Hoodest: Journee & Juelz Spin-off


Nikki Nicole - 2018
    A few unfamiliar faces are making their presence known, trying to get in where they fit in. Journee and Juelz are the only couple that’s safe. Many reference, the quote “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” This isn’t the case for Khadijah and is the farthest from the truth. On the outside looking in Khadijah and Smoke have the perfect relationship. It’s very rare that you end up with your first love. Who would’ve known one lie would ruin everything they’ve built? Be careful what you wish for; because you just may get it. Opposites attract. We got a small glimpse of Alexis and Alonzo’s relationship. It’s fresh and new and they’re expecting, but some secrets are being withheld and a few bonds are broken. When two hot heads who are crazy in lust; and they’re not for sure if its love between them get together. It’s a disaster waiting to happen. Khadir is The Plug since Khadijah has been forced out the game. He’s a busy man these days making sure his empire runs how he sees fit. Juggling multiple women was a hobby for Khadir; until he runs across Regan on his come up. She’s a beautiful distraction with a hidden agenda. Khadir isn’t her only issue; he’s one of many. It just so happens he’s a casualty of war.