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Food Stamp Bitches


Teresa D. Patterson - 2012
    When Jocelyn throws the idea out there that they should start an exotic maid service, they jump on it. The business takes off with a boom and pretty soon, they’re no longer depending on the government for anything. Instead, they all have a new set of problems. Jewel’s fifteen year old son, Jamal, is smoking marijuana. How can she tell him to stop using drugs when she’s addicted to pain pills herself? Daphne’s sixteen year old daughter, Shirrel, may be a lesbian. What can she do to help her daughter when she’s in denial about her own sexuality? Serena’s seventeen year old son could be on his way to becoming a teenaged father. She doesn’t know how to connect with the three children she already has. Will having a grandbaby make her change her ways? Jocelyn’s twelve year old daughter, Breanna, is sexually active. Has her promiscuous ways rubbed off on her child? These four ladies learn being food stamp bitches is just a state of mind. What’s most valuable and precious are family and true friendships.

Sentinel Bears


Amelia Jade - 2017
     Four lonely shifters looking for love while they battle a mysterious enemy. Trained to be protective guardians, their skills are intimidating and their desire to find a mate is unmatched. Tall, growly and ready to tear apart anything that threatens their fated one, these bears will stop at nothing as they fight the Agency for their lives, and those of the ones they love. Danger, betrayal and violence have been the hallmarks of their lives so far, but from here on out, their stubborn, no-nonsense mates will force them to temper that with love, passion and desire, forging them into the weapon that will lay their enemies low and stoke the fires of a love everlasting. Connor, Justin, Josh and Jared’s stories are all contained in this one convenient, low-priced bundle for your reading pleasure. Follow along as they fight for love, honor and life. Stories contained in this bundle: Bravo Bear Blackblood Bear Silverbullet Bear Kingpin Bear

A Sprig of Lavender


Susan Ralph - 2012
    Since her viscount father passed away, the family’s resources have dwindled, and she dreads becoming a destitute spinster. But when she’s invited to the Duke of Mumshire’s country estate—where she’ll be considered for the heir’s hand—hope returns.A trip to the country will also take her mind off the crime she’d witnessed at the last event of the season—an unbearably handsome stranger stealing a lady’s purse. Catherine and the thief locked gazes in the middle of the act, and while she was quickly been swept away by the crowd, later that night she was introduced to the thief, Henri LaFleur. Now he knows her name and can force her silence.Catherine shakes the memory…until LaFleur shows up as a fellow guest at the Duke of Mumshire’s estate. This time, though, she finds herself terribly, inexplicably drawn to this thief. But is LaFleur who he seems?

Damaged Goods


Jenica Johnson - 2016
    After having her daughter at the tender age of 18, her father tried forcing her into marrying her high school sweetheart Ahmod. Ten years later Ahmod is not as sweet as he once was in high school. Shy is very close to her mother and sister but she keeps certain things from them to keep peace in her home and family life. With her father standards so high for his daughters she tends to just hide from the world until she feels that she is worthy enough to be a preacher’s kid. From her father’s rejection and the rejection of Ahmod, she finally finds the courage to leave him and run into the arms of another man. Ahmod wants his cake and eat it too. With two women in his pocket he feels like he would never get caught. When both of the women leave him, he becomes lost. Once Ahmod finds out Shy is fully done with him he tries his best to run back but is it too late? Ahmod doesn’t think so until it’s really too late.

Confessions of a First Lady 2


Denora Boone - 2015
     Their lives are in shambles with Veronica being gone. MJ is adjusting to fatherhood while Dynasty is taking the absence of her mother extremely hard. How could a woman who knows what it feels like for their mother to walk out on them turn around and do the same to her own kids. The apple definitely doesn't fall too far from the tree. Meanwhile, Veronica has decided to rekindle her flame with Iesha. That doesn't sit too well with Adrian, who has also joined them on their little getaway. Although she's been Iesha's ride or die through it all, Adrian feels she will never have Iesha to herself because of the love she has for Veronica. This drives Adrian to extremities that will cause Iesha’s life to be turned upside down. As the search continues for Veronica, secrets are revealed and pieces of the puzzle are put together. An unexpected visitor sheds some much needed light on the entire situation. Why did Veronica really walk out on her family? Is there more to the story? Will the Millhouse family survive and stay strong, or have these confessions destroyed them? Nothing is ever what it seems and just when you think you have it all figured out God allows another bomb to drop. Who will be left standing when the smoke clears and can God repair all that is broken?

Xander (The Billionaire Bradford Brothers, Part One)


Julia Nash - 2019
    A lie I needed to tell in order to make sure he hired me. If anyone knew the truth about my past, I’d probably never get hired for anything again. But trying to mislead Xander Bradford is pretty much pointless. The man is a machine in every way – he’s just a few years older than me, and yet he’s running a powerful biotech company worth billions of dollars. The stories of Xander’s romantic life are as legendary as his rise in the medical field. Pick any gorgeous celebrity—actress, model, singer—and he’s pretty much guaranteed to have bedded her, the proof splashed across every page of the tabloids. Meanwhile, I’m a total romantic novice. I had no time for guys while I was concentrating so hard on my education. Of course, that was before I got kicked out of med school, the one thing I was ever any good at… Apparently I haven’t learned my lesson, because now I’ve messed up again, and Xander has caught me. Little do I know that his way of dealing with my untruth will be to slowly torment me with his charisma, his charm, his ability to make me scream his name in bed. He will teach me everything about my body, and destroy everything I thought I knew about my mind and soul. Because as it turns out, the ultimate punishment for my crimes might just be losing Xander Bradford forever…

What's Done In The Dark


Gloria Mallette - 2006
    Until tragedy touches them both and they are forced to reassess the importance of their relationship.

Case for Seduction


Ann Christopher - 2012
    She’s too smart to expect the diehard bachelor to suddenly turn into Mr. Right. Until the infamous ladies’ man starts putting the moves on her… Jake’s prowess is legendary—in and out of the courtroom. And he’s never met a woman he couldn’t seduce. Except Charlotte Evans. Jake’s lovely assistant may be the only female on the planet who sees past his playboy façade. And now Jake wants forever with the one woman he can’t have. Or can he? Because when it comes to love, some laws are made to be broken. The Hamiltons: Laws of Love Family. Justice. Passion.

The Velvet Rope


BRENDA L THOMAS - 2005
    From this Essence bestselling author comes a sexy, fast-paced novel about astreet-smart girl determined to make it big in the glitzy nightclub business.288 pp.

Paid in Karma: A Woman Scorned


Meesha - 2020
    Their love for one another is strong and their sex life is incredibly hot and adventurous. Their bond seems impenetrable. But what will happen when Wes' scorned ex pops up, determined to cause strife in the couple's lives? Will her shenanigans expose a chink in love's armor? Or will Wes suffocate in all attempts to break up his happy home? While anticipating the arrival of their first child, the happily married couple’s world is about to get turned upside. Will the love Justice and Wes share survive the infidelity, deception, and all the craziness that comes along with it? Or will all hell break loose because the other woman is looking to be PAID IN KARMA?

His Favorite BBW: A New York City Romance


Dominique Cole - 2018
    A graduate of Texas Southern University from the slums of Dallas until she receives the ultimate dream job in New York. The confident, sensual, sexual and Christian, Kimora uses a pen name to write out her most intimate fantasies that she could only dream of Life is amazing when you are a New York Bestseller and no one knows who you are and can’t judge you. Right? Until she meets Ondrion, a handsome and unique owner of a magazine that grasps her attention and later learns exactly who she is. Not only does he grasp her attention, he elevates Kimora into a new level which brings her out of her shell. New possibilities emerge, Pandora’s Box is opened and the shy, plus size country girl gives the big city a new meaning to HisFavorite BBW. They say big girls need love too…what if I told you we get love too? What? Is she supposed to wither away in self-pity and self-body shame? Kimora’s life begins to become a whirlwind when the fast life of New York opens doors that she may never be able to close. Is her career in jeopardy? Will her life be in turmoil? Or will everything she worked hard for cave into corruption? Sex, lies, and murder is the game but what happens when it’s all for the fame?

The Wolf's Proposal: A Wolf Shifter Paranormal Romance (The Witch's Pack Book 3)


Rachel Medhurst - 2021
    

A Boss Valentine In Vegas


Ebony. - 2019
    It’s available right here for your reading pleasure. In this love story, you’ll take an unforgettable ride with Author Ebony. She is signed to Twyla T. Presents and her writing is very clever, and this story is one to remember. It’s that time of year that some people look for Cupid to pierce the heart of a potential love interest, but not everyone believes in love. A thriving esthetician, Amira has sworn off love completely. Tragic events in her past make her feel that love only leads to people making foolish decisions. Amira believes that love is a temporary feeling and is used by people as an excuse to hurt others. If your mother has never shown you love, how could it be real right? Right. That’s why Amira doesn’t care for Valentine’s Day at all. People can keep that love ish… it’s for the birds. That is until she stumbles across the very handsome and esteemed gentleman Asem in Las Vegas while handling some family affairs. Asem is one of the bosses reigning over Las Vegas, having his hands in multiple dealings. Asem isn’t against love, but he isn’t quite looking for it either. He can only offer women sex because he hasn’t met one that is worthy of his love. Until he lays eyes on the beautiful Amira, immediately claiming her as his future even though he hasn’t spoken the first words to her, unbeknownst to her. Making Amira his is easier said than done. Penetrating the steel vault around Amira’s heart will require some work, but is he up for the challenge? With the help of Amira’s best friend, the sassy and brassy Sky, Asem is determined to have Amira forget about her past, break through her stubborn wall, and reaffirm her belief in all things love. Will Asem’s straight forward arrow hit Amira’s unbreakable heart? Messing with a true boss, will Amira find love in Vegas this V19? See if love wins in this feisty new urban romance Valentine’s novella by Ebony.

Mike Stone: Texas Ranger


Patrick Lindsay - 2020
    He meets a beautiful girl, then finds out they have jointly inherited a property near Austin.Surprising obstacles stand in Stone’s way as he settles into his new life in a new land.

The Thicker The Thighs The Sweeter The Surprise


Nikki Nicole - 2020
    Bankhead is known for poverty, drug dealing and killing. It’s a way of living for some but not for everyone. Ruby’s kind of like your round the way girl. Everybody knows her. She’s beautiful, timid and hood. She’ll pop off if need be. She keeps her face buried in her books. She’s just cool, calm and collective. Maurice Bennet a.k.a Reece with the Piece! UM! All the girls want him. He’s young, fly and handsome. He’s not pressed for fame. He has it all money, cars, clothes, but no hoes. He’s a dope boy. His father OG Butta gave him the keys and the recipe to the streets. The only thing he wants to do is make sure his team eats and stay out on the streets.Ruby and Reece cross paths through Keena and Gunz. The two of them have been peeping each other for a minute, but neither one of them made the first move. One night of hanging out and kicking it, Reece made his move. He decided to pursue Ruby. Surprisingly she was open and accepted what he had to offer. Who would’ve known one night was liable to change her whole life?Reece was determined to break down the barriers, set in place to finesse his way into her heart. He succeeded big time. He made a promise and a vow he’ll never break her heart. It had to be fate or destiny because the chemistry between them is amazing. On the outside looking in, the love Ruby and Reece share is beautiful. Every girl wants that with Reece. It’s gotten so bad they’re becoming envious of Ruby. They’ll do whatever it takes to get a piece of Reece. Take a ride with these two to see if Reece can be faithful and stay true.