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Love Shouldn't Hurt: Breaking the Chain
Meesha - 2018
She's determined to do something positive with her life, and she doesn't want to use her body to get what she wants. On the road to attaining her goals, the young, strong-willed butterfly has overcame every obstacle that was placed in her path, except one, her abusive mother, DOT. Dot would've been better off had she been born infertile. The way she treats her daughter is nothing short of trifling. Kaymee's will is unbreakable. With the help of her two best friends, POETRY and MONTY, she leaves her mother's home ready to take on the world, but the world can be a bitter, cold place. In the midst of madness, DRAY appears like a the fairy-tale lover Kaymee has always needed to help heal her wounds. Can Dray do the impossible and show her that LOVE SHOULDN'T HURT? Or is Kaymee too damaged to repair? One thing's for certain, Dot stops at nothing to see Kaymee down and out, and dragged through the mud. Ultimately, who will have the last laugh, mother or daughter?
The Plug & The Privileged: The Story of Reign Baylee Jones (RahMeek and Bella)
Mercy B. - 2017
With the pleasantries of her mother's beauty staining her frame and a vicious demeanor inherited by her father, Reign's journey into adulthood is one worth mentioning. Having the best of both worlds, Reign is equip with life lessons from her mother and shooting lessons from her father. While both parents were focused on balancing their daughter, and protecting her from the visible forces of the world, they neglected to warn her of the intangible, most ravishing, deadly, world-shaking, earthquaking force of them all -love.
A Street Legend and His Ridah 2
Ebony Diamonds - 2017
Desire never imagined that her cousin could be so grimy, but for every action, there is a reaction, and the consequences of Ja’Mya’s actions could be deadly. Chy is happy to learn that Julisha had stayed loyal despite the issues between them, but his peace offering comes back to bite him at the worst possible time. Now, he is in danger of losing everything that he has built with Desire. Feeling that love has failed him again, will Chy try to hold on to Desire or return to what he knows? Meanwhile, Chaz is still lurking and causing trouble for Chy in any way that she can. Realizing that Desire really does have Chy’s heart, Chaz decides to take things up a notch. If Chy can’t be happy with her, she refuses to allow him to live happily ever after with anyone else.
THOTiana
Colby Durden - 2017
A dirty ass, no good, trifling ass female that will jump on any dude. This term, originating from the streets of Chicago, is derived from the term, "T.H.O.T" which means "THAT HOE OVER THERE". Tatiana "Tati" Perkins, a young, ambitious and goal-driven college student, is a psychotic side bitch with issues. And not just daddy issues. REAL ISSUES. She gets off on ruining homes, even her own. Self-destructive, sex addicted yet cunningly intelligent, Tati is in possession of a deadly secret that will have yo ass go woooooooooow - this bish cray cray fa real fa real. Read more in "THOTIANA" by Quan Millz.
An Unexpected Love: Jay's Story
Nicole Black - 2015
She knows what she wants and won’t settle for anything less than that. After receiving mind blowing news from a past lover Jay decides it’s time for a change. Little does he know someone from his past isn’t ready to let him go. Kamari feels as if his love life is missing something. After meeting a woman he believes can fill the void, he thinks he has it all. Kamari’s world quickly comes crumbling down after a secret is revealed and he makes a mistake that may cost him his life. Lies are told, secrets are revealed, worlds collide, and love blooms in An Unexpected Love: Jay’s Story.
You Gon' Pay Me With Tears
Trenae - 2016
Whether it was family or a significant other a broken heart was always the result in the situation. After her latest heart break Reign decided that she wasn't going to allow another person to destroy the heart she piece back together time and time again. Along side her best friend Purp, Reign makes it a mission to go on a getaway hoping to leave all of the nonsense behind. Unlike her best friend relationships never ran deep for Pup. To a person that is all about her paper, a break up isn't nothing but a stepping stone. Purp unlike Reign could careless about feelings or being love. For her money was the motive and as long as she had money then she was straight. But what happens when money isn't what your body yearns for at night? When Purp has an encounter that blows her mind she is willing to rethink her ways and give the love thing a try only to find out that love may not be ready to give her a try. Rello is fresh out of jail and ready to get into somethings that only he could get himself into. When he lays eyes on Reign all the bullshit he was on goes out the window. His main purpose quickly becomes making sure Reign never drops another tear. In the Spin off to The Sins of my Beretta, these new couples are faced with more than they barged for. With sister's Sin and Beretta in retirement the team is spread thin when drama both old and new are brought to the forefront. Will these new couples be able to cock back their nines & handle business or will they be left to pay the piper in nothing but blood & tears?
Hearts Grove Cozy Mystery Boxed Set: Books 1 - 3
Danielle Collins - 2019
A cozy mystery boxed set from #1 Bestselling author Danielle Collins Henrietta Hewitt runs an antique store in Hearts Grove, Washington. In the process of collecting antiques, she comes across countless unusual items, all with a story. Some with deadly secrets. The Hearts Grove Cozy Mystery Boxed Set contains the first three books in the Hearts Grove Cozy Mystery series. If you enjoy cozy mysteries with interesting characters, you don’t want to miss the Hearts Grove Cozy Mysteries. Stories Included: Heirlooms and Homicide: A missing girl is mixed with a prized antique, things turn deadly. Can Henrietta solve the mystery of the antique box and keep everyone safe? Breakins and Bloodshed: When a dead body turns up, Henrietta has a full-fledged murder mystery on her hands. Can she find the killer and secure an impressive stash of antiques for her store? Lights Out at the Lighthouse: When tragedy strikes at the lighthouse, Henrietta is thrust into another murder mystery. Can Henrietta shine the light on the facts and catch another killer? Download Heirlooms and Homicide and start solving your next mystery (or three) today! Always FREE on Kindle Unlimited
He Exposed me to the Real, Now I Hate Lames 3
Natavia - 2017
Kwenya and Ashanta are now happy and expecting their first child, but the people around them still haven't found their happily ever after. Desi and Bishop are at the end of their relationship. A series of crisis seems to be the norm for the hood's favorite couple. With life changing events, the couple is left wondering if they should go their separate ways. Serene, is now a newly divorced woman and expecting her first child. Her ex-husband is not ready to close that chapter yet and is doing whatever it takes to get his first love back. After tragedy strikes, will the two put aside their differences and remember why they fell in love in the first place? Another man is trying to win Serene's heart but will he succeed? Yolo is a ladies man and is known for his playa ways. Settling down is a challenge for, Yolo. That is until he meets the one person who challenges him. When Tragedy strikes leaving him fighting for his life, who will remain by his side? In this last installment of the series, there will be a lot of heart break, back stabbing and finding new love. Secrets are exposed and so are backstabbing friends. Get ready to see how these men separate themselves from the real and the lames.
Wynter
Trenae' - 2018
Her man ran the city, she lived in a home straight out of an urban fairytale, her bank account had no end and she was always rocking the finest of jewelry, clothing and bags. Women literally wanted to be Wynter, but all Wynter wanted to be was free. Loving Isaiah or Ice as the streets called, him wasn’t easy and came with a huge price. Wynter’s price was her best friend and sister, Rayne. Locking herself away from friends and the little family she had was Wynter’s solution to keep Isaiah’s violent behavior at bay. Being a prisoner in her own relationship came to an abrupt end and Wynter was finally able to be free. But not every fairytale has a happily ever after.
Meeting a man wasn’t in Wynter’s plans but that didn’t stop Supreme Harris from making sure those plans changed. The problem is, Supreme played by his own rules. Will Supreme be able to love Wynter pass the hurt or will he only help break her already fragile heart? With a new love on the horizon, people seem to forget that some love runs too deep to just walk away.
A Gift from Heaven: True-life stories of contact from the other side (HarperTrue Fate - A Short Read)
Jacky Newcomb - 2014
In this inspiring and uplifting short story leading expert Jacky Newcomb shares some of the stories she’s received about contact and life after death.When a loved one is taken away suddenly, people often tell Jacky of their regrets about not having the opportunity to say goodbye. Yet people all over the world have stories of loved ones who come back to say Hello or Goodbye from heaven.They appear in dreams, visions, meditation and sometimes when we’re wide awake. Those who are lucky enough to experience it consider it a gift they will remember for the rest of their lives.Here for the first time Jacky will share these extraordinary stories along with the amazing and bizarre reasons for why our loved ones visit.
Beast Control (The Crossroads Series #5)
Stephen R. King - 2015
King’s “Crossroads” series that will help keep you entertained late into the night. Discover the bright imagination, suspense, thrilling drama, picturesque visions, and a deeper look into the true landscape of the “Crossroads” series.WARNING: Not the famous Stephen King from Maine.
Another Mega Collection of Cozy Mysteries & More: 25 Book Box Set
Liz Turner - 2020
Gangsta Luv 2: 'Til Death Do Us Part
Jazmyne - 2013
Even if that means killing anyone and anything standing in her way.Once again these two couples try weathering the storm they call Gangsta Luv.
Daughter of the Game
Kai - 2010
Her poem, Pre-Destiny was featured in the April 2008 issue of Essence Magazine and she was a Featured Poet in A Place Of Our Own (APOOO) national tribute in April 2008 and RAWSISTAZ Author Showcase, April 2007. She is a contributing poet in Step Up to the Mic: A Poetry Explosion, by Poetic Press (Xpress Yourself Publishing). A winner of the No Candles Infinity Contest, hosted by Osbey Books, Kai is credited for writing emotionally raw and thought provoking works. Her short story featured in If It Ain't One Thing..., by Diva Books, Inc., received praise for its originality and realism. Similarly, her tribute to mothers, entitled Soften My Soul, featured in APOOO's Mother's Day Tribute, has resulted in an outpouring of praise and personal testimonies. Additionally, Kai's poem My Baby Girl, was featured in the Fall 2008 issue of The Write Vibe, and her poem The Other Women is featured at Tribute to Black Women. Kai also serves as a Guest Reviewer for RAWSISTAWZ Reviewers. An alumni of Hampton University, SUNY Brockport and Georgetown University Law Center, she is a licensed attorney and proud parent.
He Beats Me
Rod Cornelius - 2017
It wasn’t long after she cut herself off from all of her family and friends that Keon revealed his true abusive nature. Ashley quickly went from being the target of his affection to the target of his strikes and stomps. It’s not until Keon’s big move into the drug game goes tragically awry that he realizes the usefulness for Ashley again. The problem is, if he can’t get his plan to work, they all could end up dead.