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Finessing The Plug 3
Treasure Malian - 2016
You guys have been so supportive of this series and it means the world to us. We will not sacrifice the quality of the project just for the sake of putting it out. We owe you all much more than that. Please, bare with us and rest assured that you will be receiving a BANGING finished product. We love you all and appreciate the continuous support. ---- Everyone’s favorite couple is back, but they’re not a couple… Journee and Jonas are trying to co-parent while struggling to remain friends. Even while they’re denying their feelings for each other, Jonas is in love with Nia. Nia is focused on trying to expand their family, but how will Journee feel about the situation, knowing that her feelings for Jonas will never truly be over? When she least expects it, someone new stumbles into Journee’s life, forcing her to start seeing things differently. It wasn’t long after crossing paths with him, did she realize that new love just might be what the Doctor ordered. Will Jonas be cool with Journee dating and having another man around his kids? Or will he finally admit the feelings he has been holding and let Nia go? Kameeka is welcoming a baby with Lex. She finds herself struggling to keep her relationship together and being the perfect mother. What happens when Lex is too busy in the streets? Will Kameeka be willing to stand by her man and raise their child alone, or will she finally have enough and leave, for good? Mariya and Poland are making their relationship work with each other, but Poland is keeping a secret from both Mariya and Jonas. With a secret so big, he’s bound to ruin the good thing he has with Mariya and cause guns to start blazing with Lex and Jonas. Will Poland stand by his secret or will he let an old thing go and remain loyal to the ones who’ve been there for him? Stacy is back, plus one and is ready to be a mother to Jaycee. Knowing how Jonas, Nia, and Journee feels, she still is determined to be a mother to her daughter. Will Jonas decide to move on from the past and allow Jaycee to know her biological mother, or is Journee all Jaycee needs to know? In this FINALE, everything isn’t always what it seems, but one thing is for sure, someone is always finessing the plug.
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?
Love In The Ghetto 2
Nako - 2015
Evelyn is confused, worried and full of anxiety with her back against the wall, she’s left with no choice but to choose between family and happiness. Love in the Ghetto II, goes beneath the surface to exploit the real meaning of finding love in these cold-hearted streets. Evelyn is a gangstress, true enough, but the four letter word means more to her than she cares to admit. She refuses to give herself away all in the name of living happily ever after. In part II, questions will be answered identities just may be revealed, but the mystery still remains unsolved.
Grimey: Married to the King of Miami
Tya Marie - 2016
While Janelle is away living in the lap of luxury, Myria finds herself becoming a byproduct of the streets, ending up in serving a five-year prison sentence for robbery. Deciding that it’s time to turn over a new leaf, Myria reaches out to Janelle, who offers her a warm bed until she manages to get on her feet. While Myria heads to Miami excited to rekindle her relationship with her sister, Janelle has other plans in mind. Tired of being the long suffering and abused wife of the King of Miami, Janelle spends her days poolside plotting Dom’s downfall. With one elaborate plan after another fails, Janelle decides to go back to the basics and figures that she could pull her own version of a “bait and switch.” The bait? Myria. The switch? The life of luxury she once loved. Not one to be worried by guilt, Janelle places a sleeping Myria in her bed and leaves her waking up in a living nightmare. With her identity stolen from her, Myria is forced to navigate the inner circle of Miami’s elite as Janelle. With Janelle’s Ice Queen façade in place, Myria makes friends, enemies, and ultimately finds herself falling in love with an unlikely ally-Julio, Dom’s brother. Just when she thinks she has a handle on the situation, Myria discovers a secret regarding Janelle's marriage that makes her think different about who the real abuser is. Will Myria be able to beat Janelle at her own game or will she end up suffocating in Janelle’s bed of lies?
In Love With A Boss
Miss Candice - 2016
For two years, she's slept with another woman's man, wishing she was the one sitting lovely in a mansion, driving the fancy cars, and wearing the lavish clothing. Sadly, she wasn't as fortunate. Neef DeLeon is every bit of a boss. The power behind his name alone paralyzes people with fear. Everyone except for Blake, whose stomach fills with butterflies every time he's mentioned. Unfortunately, the loyalty she has to the man in her life stands in the way of her following what her heart truly desires, making it difficult for her to respond to Neef's advances. But, 'Big Neef' is a go-getter, by any means necessary. When he sees something, or someone he wants, he gets it, no matter what obstacles may stand in his way. When it comes to the plus size beauty, Blake, that obstacle ends up being another woman's man. Ramone "Mone" Brown has an image to uphold, and if you asked him, to be seen even associating with a woman like Blake was a bad look. Still, that didn't stop him from creeping up into her room while the rest of the world slept. Or while his fiancé, Chelsea, slept at least. Unbeknownst to Mone, someone else captivates the heart of his beloved side chick, Blake, and there is nothing he can do about it. He doesn't stand a chance against the smooth talking, well educated, charming, and let’s not forget, handsome Neef DeLeon. Will Blake miss out on true love, chasing a man who is obviously for everybody? Or will she finally be able to see what Neef saw in her all along? There's no doubt about it, Neef wants Blake, but how long is he willing to wait for her to see what he sees in her? Time is ticking, and he's in search of a queen. When it's all said and done, will the lucky woman be Blake?
Holding His Heart & His Gun: A Savage Love Story
Jahquel J. - 2017
Losing her mother to the prison system, she had to step in and raise herself. Besides her mother, the only other person she has had is her best friend, Brandi. Living together and trying to make ends meet in expensive New York City seems nearly impossible. Especially, when her best friend has three mouths to feed, along with her dead beat baby father. Keeping her head low and working at a hotel for close to minimum wage, Love is convinced that things will pick up for her. That is, until Burna pushes himself into her life -- literally. Burna is the black casanova. Known to have a few chicks on his team, he's not tied to anyone. Used to having women throw themselves at him, he meets his match one drunken night. When he awakes from a night of wild sex and heavy drinking with missing money, plus jewelry, he finds Love in his hotel room and all hell breaks loose. When this smart-mouthed Brooklyn girl crosses paths with him, a chance encounter turns into something more. But with a girl like Love, will Burna be able to add her to his team? Or will his heart get involved, making him start letting players off his team, for just one? Kashira has been the girl that every man has wanted, Boogie especially. He has watched her for many years, but always kept it friendly. One night out changes it all for them both. Except, both of them are too stubborn to admit it. When Boogie finds out that Kashira has been hiding secrets, will he be able to forgive? Or will he step away from the situation altogether?
No Love in His Heart: The Preface
B. Love - 2018
After being conceived during an affair, she had to grow up without a father and a drug addicted mother. Though she has developed a tight bond with her half-sister and her best friend, Blue was convinced she’d never know how true love felt – until she met Messiah Edwards. Messiah Edwards has been trained to believe that women are disloyal, discontent, and unable to be satisfied. Because of this, he’s made his focus building an empire. Love, to him, is an inconvenience that needs to be avoided. For his twenty-one years of life, avoiding love has been easy – until he met Blue. Upon their first meeting, Messiah makes his character clear. He’s a beast. A beast with absolutely no desire to love, value, or save any woman. The more he hardens himself against Blue the more she’s drawn to him, and the more she’s drawn to him, the more Messiah finds himself softening towards Blue. There’s just one problem; Messiah’s heart has been void of love for years, and he doesn’t think any woman has the power to change that.
Forever the Plug's Wife
K.C. Mills - 2016
The Jack Girl even goes as far as saying "I do" to a complete and utter stranger, finding herself inside the most expensive hotel on the Las Vegas strip to commensurate her wedding. A rebel without a cause? Not so much, Sanaa has an ill brother, Rakeem, and she’s prepared to do anything necessary to ensure her twin lives to see another day. But what happens when the man you dupe into marrying you and rob blind isn't just some ordinary man after all? What if he turns out to be the most dangerous plug on the whole east coast? She soon finds out that what happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas. Feared my many and respected by all, Yaseer runs New York with an iron fist. After a business meeting in Vegas, he finds himself in the right place at the right time. When he runs into Sanaa who assumes she’s playing him, he offers her an opportunity that she simply cannot refuse. Little does she know, even with the false identity that she’s parading around with, Yaseer is well aware of who she really is. How could he not be? Unbeknownst to her, Yaseer has loved her for as long as he can remember. When he realizes that he's been robbed by his new wife, he arranges for her to be kidnapped and transported to his home in Jamaica. Somewhere down the line, the unlikely pair fall madly in love. Things between them are almost too good to be true. But when Yaseer's shocking secret is revealed, Sanaa will be forced to make a tragic decision. To kill the love of her life or forever be the plugs wife. In this gripping love tale of lies, murder and deceit, you'll find out that things are not always what they seem.
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?
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!
She Got A Thing For A Dope Boy 3
Tay Mo'Nae - 2018
Not only is she at risk of being a single mom but her mom is still single handling destroying her life.Levi is battling mixed emotions when it comes to Neveah's pregnancy and an unwanted guest isn't making his decision easier. Will he be able to man up or will he let his past issues block him?J-Roc is also left with a tough decision concerning his wife and Josie isn't sure if she can stand by his side during it. J-Roc feels like he has the weight of the world on his shoulders and he doesn't know which way to turn. It doesn't help that Josie has a secret that's revealed and has everyone looking at her sideways. Now J-Roc is left questioning their whole relationship.Ice is having a baby. The only problem is it's not by Kyleigh. With trying to keep Kyleigh in the dark Ice is starting to feel the pressure of his secret weighing down on him and has to make a choice when it comes to telling Kyleigh or not.Kyleigh is still having doubts about her relationship with Ice and is struggling to save face in front of everyone. She wants to believe he's changed but when she keeps taking blow after blow she starts to think it's to give up. In this jaw-dropping finaleThe Feds have finally closed in on the guys, their relationships are at risk, and secrets are still threating to tear them apart. Will these couples be able to keep their relationship above water? Or will they all sink?
My Trap King Promised Me Forever
Ebony Diamonds - 2019
Then, one night, a knock on the door changed her entire life. In one horrifying evening, she lost her parents, her innocence, and everything she once knew. Before she could even process her trauma, Princess and her brother, Wessie, were shipped off to live with strangers. Alexandros and Heather accepted the orphaned children in their home and raised them as their own. Their love for Princess and Wessie was genuine, but there was an underlying reason for their kind gesture. A few years after Princess and Wessie had settled into their new family, their foundation was rocked yet again when Alex's outside child was unceremoniously left on their doorstep by his mistress. Delasia was close in age to Princess, and they quickly went from enemies to sisters after Delasia stood up for Princess in a difficult situation. As adults, the sisters set out to make their way in the world by settling in the nearby city of Oakland, CA. Princess opened an ice skating rink, and Delasia chose to bartend while deciding what she wanted to do with her life. The ladies soon cross paths with Priest and Vibe, two dangerously sexy local legends who are as successful in the exotic car trade as they are in their drug business. Priest and Vibe are immediately captivated by Princess and Delasia, but they both have quite a few "situations" with other women, so they tread lightly. Princess and Delasia have baggage of their own, and neither are quick to trust. Will they take a chance on love and the promise of forever, or will past loves and secrets end their love stories before they start?
Promised My Love to a Real One
Dominique Thomas - 2019
Omni, Gaia, and Egypt’s life changed drastically when their sister was abducted. They went from a happy, church-going family to hurt people. The story flashes forward 15 years, and the same hurt girls are now women. They’ve navigated through life the best way that they could despite their sister, Sadie's, absence. A drastic decision to move to Michigan from Virginia embarks the sisters on a new chapter in life that brings them into the presence of the Lacoste Brothers. Omni is the oldest. She’s also the mother of a handsome little boy. Her son’s father decides to break things off after he’s given a hefty prison sentence, and Omni is left to pick up the pieces. While in Detroit, she focuses on her non-profit and fixing her relationship with God, then Deen enters the picture. He possesses an aura that Omni can’t ignore. Quickly, she finds herself enthralled by the intriguing man with the grey eyes and intense demeanor. When Deen gives off mixed signals to Omni, and she learns that her son's father is trying to reenter the picture, she finds herself at a loss on what to do. Gaia feels like she’s the saddest King sister when it comes to how her heart aches for their sister Sadie. She’s in college to become an anesthesiologist, and her life is going well until her boyfriend’s secret life becomes public. He pops up with a wife, and Gaia is heartbroken by the news. The move to Michigan is welcomed because she needs the break. One sad night, she runs into Omelly, and his presence angers her. Gaia makes it her business to ruin his life, and their problematic journey begins. Omelly has a past similar to Gaia’s, and it meshes the two together. When Gaia is presented with an opportunity to ruin her ex-boyfriend’s life, it's too good for her to turn down. However, in doing so, she changes things with the one man she feels knows her best. Egypt is the baby sister. It shows in everything she does, and moving to Michigan forces Egypt to grow up. She finds a job and begins to move on from her ex-boyfriend Justus, who didn’t believe in marriage. Egypt finds comfort with Sayeed Lacoste. He’s charming, handsome, and like nothing she’s ever seen. He encourages her dreams and waits patiently for her to greenlight them being more than friends. All is well until Egypt finds herself on the receiving end of misplaced hate. Her affiliation with Sayeed will place her in a position where she could possibly lose her life. This book is part of a series…
This Could Be Something Special
C. Monet - 2018
She has faith that her dreams will come true as long as she stays focused. Kampbell is unrivalled, her unique personality is what sets her apart from every other woman. When she meets Kenari Evans, she’s impressed by his efforts to get her attention but once she starts to like him back, he is reminded of one very important thing. He's married. Amina is the black beauty that stole his heart almost fifteen years ago. However, “I Do” wasn't enough to hold her down. She’s desperate to find herself and become a model at the same time. Amina would rather have fame than love and doesn't care if she hurts her husband in the process. After running off to chase her dreams, she soon realizes that the grass isn’t always greener on the other side..but will it be too late? Will Kam and Kenari have something special? Will Amina come back after she realizes her mistake? Find out in the standalone "This Could Be Something Special"...."
The Love of an East Atlanta Boss 3
A'zayler - 2016
With Jet and Sonic having found love in each other, it's only right that Esso and Ezana have their chance as well. Building a future with the person you love is exciting and can be one of the most exhilarating things in the world, as long as it's done right. As long as there's no demons from the past resurfacing to cause turmoil and resentment in the present. Esso is a strong man, and one of a commendable caliber, but just like everyone else, he has things that he allows to get the best of him. With one of the most important ones being the beautiful free soul that has captured his heart. Ezana Takato. The love of Esso's life, and the happiness that he's always craved. Blending into his world and practically taking it over, Ezana leaves an impression on Esso's heart that not even the deepest addiction can taint. With more love to give than time she has to sacrifice, Ezana stands in Esso's corner, fighting for him when he's unable to fight for himself, loving him when he feels unlovable and guiding him when he's lost his way. Though it takes time for the couple to get on the right path, they finally do, only to be detoured once again by the past. This time, a woman. Will Esso continue being the strong intelligent man that he was, or will he allow his past loves to mess up his future?