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Her Husband, My Savage


Charmanie Saquea - 2019
    If it comes back, it's yours...right?Eight years after moving away from her hometown of Miami, Cherokee is back home to take care of her sickly grandmother. While trying to stay low and off the scene, she puts all her focus into her job and her family. That is, until the man who broke her heart many years ago unexpectedly walks into her life once again.Along with his right-hand man, Dillinger Rivera has the streets on lock. He's just weeks away from getting married to his beautiful fianc�e Carmilla and couldn't be happier. Nothing can knock him off his square, until his first love Cherokee steps back on the scene with some secrets that change Dillinger's life forever.Santos has been trying to walk the straight and narrow with his longtime girlfriend A'Layla ever since she left him due to his infidelity. When she took him back, he vowed never to hurt her again and had been holding true to that until one secret he had kept buried comes back to bite him in the worst way possible. When Santos finds out that Layla has a few secrets of her own, will they put an end to what they've built for over a decade, or will Santos fight tooth and nail for the only woman that has ever had a place in his heart?

Lost In That Hood Love 2


K.C. Mills - 2018
     Cage is thrown back into the street life and will do whatever it takes to protect his brothers, but at the same time, he has to think of his son and Desai. Keeping his family out of harm’s way and not falling back into the street life is the only thing on Cage’s mind. Will Cage be able to protect his family from a brewing street war, or will he be sucked back into his old lifestyle? After the craziness of the event, Desai isn’t even sure if she has a job anymore. Her best friend used her to cause havoc in other people’s lives, and now Desai must figure out what she will do next. Smith’s revelations have torn Crane and Shy’s relationship to pieces, and it may be beyond repair. It will be up to Crane to prove to Shy that their love can overcome anything. Crane’s personal life is out of control, and an enemy is out lurking in the shadows and waiting for a vulnerable moment to pounce. That vulnerability will cause Crane to lose someone close to him and force him to change his priorities. Will Crane be able to win Shy back and become a family with her and the baby they have on the way, or has he done too much to be forgiven? Crane and Cage have always put family first, and now that includes their little brother, Keem. Will they be able to get their personal lives in order and protect their families from the streets? The Andrews brothers are definitely Lost in That Hood Love, but will that be their ultimate downfall?

She Gave Her All to the Hood’s Finest 4


Shvonne Latrice - 2019
    The girl he loves and thought he knew may not be who she's claimed to be all along, and the off-kilter, slightly deranged bad boy doesn't know how to take it. On top of such a disclosure, Wacko must deal with long standing enemies, one of them being the almighty law, and his ever short temper. Will he make it through with his freedom, reputation, and relationship in tact? Or will he ruin it all like what's expected of him, leaving the promising yet certified gangsta heartbroken, shunned, and behind bars? Tony Wacko isn't the only one due for a surprise, Camarih herself gets a shock of her own after paying closer attention to those she's tried to leave in the past. Additionally she must face her love's every growing celebrity status and the many women that come along with it. Will she and Tony keep their fiery love blazing? Or will Camarih's jealousy and secret-keeping tear them apart? The remaining couples also return, with some doing everything in their power to rekindle with their one true love, and others branching out into new romances... sort of. This is the final journey of the lives and loves of these Los Angeles natives, but it's nothing short of an envy, betrayal, and deception filled roller coaster.

Running from Love


Natisha Raynor - 2015
    Being a part of a dysfunctional family has left him with deep emotional scars and when it comes to women he loves them and leaves them...until he meets Serenity. Serenity is nursing a broken heart when she meets Intellect and her gut tells her not to get involved but her heart tells her otherwise. From the beginning they have a love hate relationship and have mastered the art of making up to break up. Will Intellect finally let down his guard and be the man that Serenity deserves or will she give up on him and move on with her life?

Adored By A New York Drug Lord


Tya Marie - 2018
    An endless bankroll, access to the latest designer clothes, and the envy of every chick on the block are all part of her fantasies when she meets Ward, an up and coming dope boy. When Ward stakes a claim to the beautiful Normani, she accepts without hesitation, a decision she makes without considering the consequences that comes with dating a dope boy. The lifestyle Ward provides is as lavish as Normani expects, but she soon pays the price for being a thug’s solace when she’s the victim of a botched murder-suicide. Unable to return home, Normani is sent to live with her estranged aunt in Brooklyn. It is there that Normani lays eyes on a shiny red Lamborghini with no idea that its owner was going to change her life for better and worse. Uriah “Urban” Mackenzie has always been held in a high esteem throughout the streets, and not because of his charismatic charm, deep chocolate eyes, and politician’s smile. Urban is the head of “The Trust,” a prestigious crime organization known for running guns, human trafficking, and funneling millions of dollars in cocaine throughout the East Coast. Urban leads The Trust with an iron fist, refusing to allow anyone to one up him lest they deal with his wrath. He has New York City in the palm of his hand, with everyone bending to his will, except a bold and brazen Normani. Love has never been on Urban’s radar—even with a longtime girlfriend on his arm—but Normani’s beautiful eyes and damaged smile pulls him in. Soon Urban finds that he's willing to risk the life and legacy he’s built to see if the grass is truly greener on the other side.

Kaine and Karma 3: Luvin' A Savage


Sha Jones - 2017
    With her dangerous outbursts and inability to let go of Kaine, she puts a new spin on the phrase "baby mama from hell!" Once she finds out that Karma is now expecting a child with Kaine, she turns up the heat on the beef that she has with Karma and wreaks havoc! Her level of rage is at an all time high, and she's now digging her cat claws deeper into Karma's flesh. In the midst of the drama, Kaine desperately tries to hold on to the undying love that he has for Karma while trying to keep Tameka under control, which seems almost impossible. After many intricate blocks and obstacles in Kaine and Karma's relationship, things start to get better, but their happiness comes to a screeching halt when the events cause abrupt changes in their lives. Secrets and lies pour out, and when an unexpected event bumrushes Karma like a speeding freight train, it hits Kaine where it hurts, sending him into a frenzy. The new beginning that Kaine and Karma planned together becomes a life and death situation, and with the odds stacked against him, Kaine has to make an unfortunate decision that will finally end all of the drama. In this last installment to Kaine and Karma's love story, there will be more scandal and infamy that will leave you gasping for air!

It's Either Me Or Her 2: A Side Bitch Story


Tiece - 2016
    With a new hit single out, featuring a sexy rapper by the name of Yung Gunner, she’s certainly making waves of her own. She’s in a good place, and just wants to live drama free while enjoying her life. However, with Brooke using she and Chase’s unborn baby as a ticket back in his life, things can get real ugly at any given time. Chase is feeling good about the decision he’s made. Being with Rayne makes him happy and it keeps him focused. Now all he wants to do is be the hottest producer around, while taking Rayne’s career to the top. And with the signing of Yung Gunner to his record label the only way from here should be up. But dark secrets began to surface that threatens to end his relationship with Rayne and bring his entire empire down. Brooke is quickly learning that she can’t play with fire without getting burned. Skeletons in her closet start falling out all over the place leaving Brooke feeling vulnerable. With her ex-lover, Q popping up in Atlanta things quickly spiral out of control as she attempts to run from her past. There is only one problem with that. Q is not letting her out of his eyesight until he gets what she owes him and some. Will Chase and Rayne hold it together? Or, will Brooke find a way back into his life? Find out what happens when two women are both in a race for one man’s heart in, It’s Either Me Or Her 2.

Her Loyalty to Him: A King's Heart


Deshon Dreamz - 2016
     A handsome successful husband, two beautiful children, a family that she loved and success. Everything Jade ever thought was hers and true... switched in a night. The night her husband got into a near fatal accident that not only erased his memory of the man he was... It also forbids him from explaining to his wife why her sister was in the car at the time of the accident. Apollo King has no recollection of his wife or children. He has no idea what it means to be the King Of The South. Everything that was ever taught to him is long gone, erased with the possibility of returning slim to none. Jade, Apollo’s wife steps up to take over all of Apollo’s operations in order to keep the family business afloat. But with Apollo’s attack comes startling revelations that threaten to ruin everything that they have built. They say if you love something then let it go and if it comes back then it’s meant to be but is unconditional love enough to withstand the damage that Apollo caused? To the left or right of every man…is a strong woman holding him down! But, will him doing what many would consider the unforgiveable, cause him to lose the one thing in his life that he cherished the most; his wife, the woman he has no memory of?

I'm Feeling Myself: Bad Bitches Only (I'm Feeling Myself: Bad Bitches Only 1)


Chrissy J - 2015
    Being one of the baddest chicks in Brooklyn, Elite used what she had to get what she wanted. All she needed was her money or so she thought until Genesis came along. Genesis' swag was impeccable and although he was falling for Elite, her reputation on the streets prevented him from making her his girl. Through the drama and turmoil, Elite and Genesis finally take a chance and make it official, but will it be too late for their love to prosper? Take a ride with this power couple and see how it all goes down!

Never Thought I'd Love a Dope Boy 2


Sol - 2016
    How the hell did Senior know who I was?“Who the fuck is Karrington?” Dreaux asked incredulously. The barrel of his gun was now pointed at me as if he already knew the truth and was waiting on me to lie.My heart dropped into the pit of my stomach and my words got caught in my throat as his question echoed inside of my head relentlessly. Hearing my name, my real name, slip out of Dreaux’s mouth before I could explain everything to him was paralyzing because I wasn't ready for that. The way he looked at me when he said it was even worse.“Keri!” he snapped. His eyes were clouded with anger, as he demanded that I answer him. “Who is Karrington?”“Come on Karrington,” Senior egged on in delight as he saw how much it tore Dreaux up to not know what was going on. Though Senior spilled the tea all over the goddamn place, it was my fault that the shit was hitting the fan because I should have talked to Dreaux sooner. “This is going to be so good. Go ahead, tell him."“I’m so sorry,” I apologized to him, as much as I hated to do this I had a job to do.

From the Projects to a Rich Thug's Mansion


Sonovia Alexander - 2017
    She was born into a life of poverty that she never asked for. Her mother dropped her off at the local fire station as a newborn and her father could have been any of the local crackheads that she passed by on the daily. Jumping from foster home to foster home and living a life that gave her nothing, she was tired of it, she wanted more. She deserved more– she desired to live the life of the rich and famous.  Nothing was more memorable than the day she met Boogie. Boogie had the paper, the cars, the money, and the drugs that could help her with her come up– until an unfortunate turn of events happen to Boogie. There’s a new dealer on the block… and her name is Swiss.

You're The Cure To The Pain He Caused


Nikki Brown - 2017
    For as long as she can remember her loyalty has been with Kayell. Even through the lying and cheating she never left his side but every woman has her breaking point and when Azayah reached hers, Titus is right there to help her pick up the pieces. Titus has been in love with Azayah since the first day she stepped into his company looking for a job. He knew from the moment he laid eyes on her that she was the one, only thing standing in the way was his longtime girlfriend Ree. The love had left the relationship sometime ago but Titus was loyal so he stayed. It wasn’t until Ree commited the ultimate betrayal that he stop fighting the feelings that he had for Azayah but Ree won’t give up that easy. Kayell is a ladies man, the owner of the hottest club in North Carolina so woman flock to him and he welcomes them with open arms. When he ran into his newest flavor of the week, Piyani, he didn’t know that she would be the one with the ulterior motive. When Kayell’s world starts to crumble around him he realizes that he had the perfect life with Azayah and he will do anything to get her back but will it be too late. Love and jealousy plague the hearts of these couples, watch as they all search for the cure to the pain that was caused.

I'll Never Love A Dope Boy Again


Twyla T. - 2017
    When she loses the love of her life to the streets, she vows to never love a dope boy again, but some promises are meant to be broken…. Demetrius is a product of the streets and has spent the last five years in jail because enough was never enough. When he is released from prison, he tries hard to turn his life around, but as the saying goes…old habits die hard. Only settling for jump offs, he is mesmerized when he meets Kamora and instantly makes up his mind that he will do whatever it takes to win her over. Will Kamora be able to keep the promise that she made to herself after she meets the charming and persistent Demetrius? Will Demetrius be able to leave his dope boy ways alone to get Kamroa or will he be forever tied to the streets?

The Price of Loving A Boss


Kia Jones - 2016
    Along for the ride was her best friend, Red. Their hopes of landing big modeling gigs are soon dashed as they realize that the city of dreams can also be the city of nightmares. Within the first six months, all of their savings are gone, and they find themselves struggling to get by, so they snatch up jobs as maids.They meet Gee and Yazz, brothers from Haiti who are in desperate need of citizenship, when they are assigned to clean Gee’s luxurious penthouse. Determined to fulfill their dream of bringing affordable health foods to the U.S., the brothers make the marriage proposal of a lifetime to Diamond and Red.Although both marriages are business deals, feelings get involved and the ladies find out the real price of loving a boss.

He's Still B.A.E. 2


Jahquel J. - 2016
    With Tammy stuck with Rick’s infidelity sitting in her face she has to face whether or not she wants to do the right thing or what her heart's telling her to do. Everyone knows Tammy is good for running and pushing everyone away when things get hard, but with Latrell there it prevents Tammy from going back to a habit she’s known her entire life. Then, her life is altered when she finds out something might be wrong with Ricky. Will Tammy let the pressure make her crack? Or will she allow Latrell to take some of the burden she’s carrying?Avon is stress free and enjoying her career. While living in Los Angeles, she gets cozy with the director of her new show, but can’t move on because Ace is in her mind. Her mind gets back to thinking of what could have been, instead of moving on. When she gets back to New York and finds out that Ace hasn’t moved on and is waiting for her, will she get back with him? Or will she continue to leave what they had in the past?When you’re done; you’re done and there is nothing Iesha could do. Ace is ready to be with Avon and give her his all. He wants nothing more than to make her his and pick up where they left off. Except, Avon isn’t so quick to forgive. What happens when he finds out that Avon arrived in New York, but she’s not alone?Essence is stuck between a rock and a hard place. With the truth of what Honey and Kamari did behind her back, she stuck. She loves Kamari and all that they have, but doesn’t want to be back in a relationship based off lies. With the hate brewing in Honey, she’s ready to rid her son from Essence anyway possible, even bringing up some skeletons that Kamari hid back in Houston when he boarded the plane to New York. Will Essence be willing to fight for what she has with Kamari or throw in the towel? Sept is up and finally ready to get his life together. Thinking he has another chance to make what he messed up with Essence right, he takes a chance. Will Essence fall back into bed with Sept over Honey’s revelations? In this drama filled sequel, things are sure to take off and secrets will be revealed. In the end, let’s face it, there can always be one BAE.