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A Hood Love Like No Other 2


Nikki Brown - 2018
    Trying to get Miracle to see her wrongs in this horrible situation is draining but not as draining as trying to get Mira to see that she’s as loyal as they come. That along with Heart getting himself in a sticky situation has La at her wits end. If that wasn’t enough, in order for her to help Heart, she has to go through the one person that hurt her the most, her mom. Will she be able to get over the hurt to help Heart or will she be stuck in her ways and left out in the cold. There has never been a time where Mira thought anything other than it would be her and Lake til the end of time, so when Miracle said those dreadful words her world was turned upside down. The answers to all of her questions lie with the one person who is unable to answer them, Lake. Will he wake up from his coma in enough time to save his family, or better yet will he wake up at all? Miracle has never felt more alone, than she feels right now. Her whole world is crashing down around her and all because she loved a man. Her love and loyalty to Lake my not be enough for her to get through the trials that are headed her way. When the smoke clears who will be by her side helping her through it all? The only thing on Heart’s mind is getting revenge, and he vows to do just that. With tempers flared and guns blazing no one in Mooresville is safe. Find out who makes it out alive.

Scarred: A Love Lost: A Domestic Violence Novella


Bianca - 2018
    So bright, she was blinded by the persistent and ever so charming, Issac Rosenberg. Unable to resist his charm, Somaya goes against her parents’ demands and dates him anyway. Years later, she’s deep into a relationship she can’t see herself escaping from. Everything that once glittered, has lost its shine, and the man she fell in love with is no longer the same. Will Somaya be able to flee her once fairytale lifestyle, or will it leave her scarred?

Tangled Webs: Love, Lust, & Diamonds


Zarkia - 2018
    Takes you to the highest of the highs. Lust. Sends you crashing back down to earth to face your own reality, especially when you’re lusting over the wrong person. For Raquel Davis, she unearths both sides of this dainty coin. Cameron is the man of her dreams, and she wants nothing more than to marry him and to love him unconditionally. However, her monthly appointment has Raquel diving deep into the garden of forbidden fruit. Will partaking of the delicious fruit cost Raquel her ultimate dream? Or will love conquers all and make Raquel’s dreams come true? Cameron Hodges is living his best life. With his woman Raquel firmly by his side, he’s accomplished one of his biggest goals in life, owning a jewelry store with his best friend Daree. Diamonds. Supplying the highest quality of diamonds and gold to people everywhere. Even though he has a plethora of good things happening in his life, Cameron quickly learns that everything that glitters ain’t gold. Try as he might, Cameron gets caught up in a tangled web that is much harder to break through. Tracey Thompson is married to Daree and is the epitome of a perfect wife. She has the perfect body, perfect hair, is the perfect mother to her children, and prides herself on being nothing less than the best. Anything her man wants, she’d do without question. Until she accidentally stumbles across what she thought is her husband’s biggest secret, instantly sending her spiraling out of control. Tracey’s perfect world is no longer perfect and coming to terms with this new reality is proving to be a much difficult task. Will Tracey get a grip on life or will she get caught up in a web of her own demise? Daree Thompson just wants to be loved, be appreciated for the strong man that he is, wants to work hard, and to take care of his family. He prides himself on being the most loving and trustworthy man, husband, and father. His beautiful wife Tracey makes him the happiest man on earth...or so he thought. Getting pushed to his limits was never a part of the plan. We all know what they say when a woman’s fed up, it ain’t nothing you can do about it. But what happens when a man is fed up? Will Daree and Tracey survive the sudden upheaval in their marriage and their lives? This sunny South Florida crew will get you so tangled up in their webs, you won’t want to break free. Twyla T Presents brings you this new urban romance debut by upcoming author Zarkia. Find out just how woven are these webs in this first book in the Tangled Web: Love, Lust, and Diamonds series.

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.

Feenin' For A Chiraq Hitta


Bianca Marie - 2018
    The girls have been through it all together. In high school, they formed a clique so treacherous known as B.L.U.S.H. and wreaked havoc wherever they went. That was all fine and dandy when they were in high school, but as grown women who can't control their anger, they savage way get them in more trouble than they can handle. After an incident gone wrong, the girls are put in a position where they have no choice but to do what they have to do. And then it begins... They find themselves employed by Riccardo Giovanni, the Italian mobster who runs Chicago. Beauty, always the quiet one, is having an affair with Luca Giovanni, son in law of Riccardo. What started as only a steamy affair now involves feelings, and Beauty never wanted that. When Beauty finds another man to love her, it may be too late to get out of her current situation. Then we have Navy; she has an uncontrollable rage, and sometimes it's hard for her to contain herself. She puts her and her friends in situations that she doesn't know how to get them out of. Love hasn't always been her best friend, but when she meets a guy who makes her think differently about that four letter word, Navy takes a chance she thought she would never take. Yubaris, known as Born in the streets, is a no filter kind of dude. Women are the last thing on his mind, but when he runs across Beauty, his feelings about the opposite sex drastically changes. There is something about her that captivates him, and he's willing to risk it all for her. Lastly, you have Saint. Always the lover, Saint is having a hard time with the drama that his baby mama, Shawnie, brings. He has big trust issues, and when he finally lets her go for good and pursues something else, he thinks that this may be bigger than he thought. Born and Saint are two hittas from the ill streets of Chicago, better known as Chiraq. When they cross paths with these two ladies, their hearts open, and they let their guard down in the process. But will letting their guards down cost them everything they've worked so hard for? Beauty and Navy are feenin' for a Chiraq hitta, and they soon get what they want. The only question is if they can handle it. Love doesn't come easy, and these characters find out the hard way about what it is to love somebody while enduring the drama that comes along with it.

Falling for the Plug's Daughter


Latoya Nicole - 2019
    Milan forms an alliance and goes up against one of the most ruthless plugs in the city. During his quest for revenge, Milan must go after the one person that he knows can get close enough to give him vital information, but falling in love with the source was never part of his plan. Vanity Duran despises her father and everything he stands for, especially since he’s the reason she is left without a mother. To spite her father, Vanity decided to date the type of man that her father would never allow. What Vanity didn’t know was how this man would capture her heart and have her unknowingly giving him everything he needs to carry out the act of revenge that he was seeking. Being the son of one of the original OG heavy hitters in the city, Dylan “Wicked” Taylor never thought that he could be played by a woman. After she left him feeling betrayed and heartbroken, Wicked made a vow to never let another woman get close enough to him or his heart. Once he meets Sena, every promise that he made to himself was broken and he finds himself falling harder than he ever imagined. What he doesn’t know is that everyone around him is holding back a secret that could change everything. Lesena Saint is often misunderstood, being Vanity’s best friend people seemed to think that she rides off her coat tail, but what nobody knows is that Lesena is not who she claims to be and who she really is could possibly alter the lives of everyone around her, including Wicked, the man that she truly loves. As the lives of Milan, Vanity, Wicked, and Lesena intertwine, secrets will be revealed testing the true meaning of love. Will these couples survive the acts of betrayal that they are faced with, or will their connection to the streets ruin their lives in ways that they never imagined?

More Than Just His Mistress: An Urban Romance


M. Skye - 2017
    Skye is an urban love story elicits so many emotions as you dive into the lives of Elizabeth “Liz” and Cedric Harvey. ***** “What happens when you go from main chick to mistress status? Elizabeth Pearson found herself submerged in these reversed roles, and after fifteen years of marriage and one year of divorce, Cedric Harvey delivered the devastating news that he was now married to the woman he cheated on Liz with, Felicia. Feeling distraught, Liz unleashed all the rage she felt for Cedric and ended up in the one place they never had problems, the bedroom. After their sexual rendezvous, Cedric noticed the fire and desire that Liz emitted and wondered what had gotten into the woman he used to know. This new side of her had him intrigued, entranced, and full of jealousy. Even though he was married, Cedric couldn’t stay away from her, even though he tried. During their affair, Cedric realized that he had everything he wanted in Liz, but his cheating ways cost him the love of his life. He vowed to make Liz his main chick again, but one little thing was standing in their way, his marriage to Felicia. Will Felicia accept that Cedric wants to return to Liz, or will she fight for her young marriage? Liz started out with revenge on the agenda, but what happens when the games turn into more than just revenge? When Liz realizes that she still has strong feelings for Cedric their situation turns into a case of emotional warfare. Liz thinks Cedric is the love of her life, but is he? Can she fully trust Cedric after all the lies that he told her before, or is there someone lurking in the background that knows her true value? Liz is confident in her relationship with Cedric this time, but, is it forever the second time around? Lies revealed. Secrets uncovered. Relationships tested. Will a happy ending be in sight for anyone? Or will the second time around be just as catastrophic as the first?

That Bona Fide Hood Love: Gage and Marley


Stephanie L. Partee - 2019
    When she is thrown into a dysfunctional homemade family, it’s like nothing she could have ever dreamed of. Going from an orphan to feeling like she has a place, a home and family; she grows from an adolescent young girl trying to find her place in the world. But when her relationship changes with her best friend, she quickly realizes that some things can never go back to how they were. Growing pains and other circumstances threaten their bond. And like the old saying goes, if you love something let it go… What happens when that theory is put to the test? Omri “Gage” Wilds is a smooth, cool, player type. His own past casts this dark shadow over his life that only few know about. Meeting and knowing Marley has been the one thing that has kept him sane over the years. At first, he can’t fight his feelings for her, and when he finally gives in, he begins to wonder if this relationship is healthy for either of them. In between, there is heartache and their journey seemingly comes to an end. Will they be able to leap the hurdles that obstruct their path to their hood fairy tale? Find out in this Standalone!

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?

That Bona Fide Hood Love 2: Zoli & Pride


Kennedy B. - 2019
    When you have a man willing to move heaven, earth and hell for you do you fear much? Things happen, people die, and life moves on. Zoli has finally given in, making the decision to love Pride with everything present inside of her, and toss caution into the wind. Could this decision cost her life? Will it ? or Vice versa?The belief is that two crazy individuals can't coexist in one relationship, however Crescent and Zelle challenge that belief in any way possible, loving on one another with no conviction. In the first book Crescent promised to date herself, but Zelle wasn't going for it, and quickly adjusted that plan, or did he? Was the bliss she received in return worth breaking her promise to herself? Will it last?In the finale, many new variables are introduced leaving the ones we've grown to love in very compromising positions. Let me say this again for all of you in the back, THINGS HAPPEN!

Will You Catch Me If I Fall


Cherice Harris - 2017
    Between the constant rapes & beatings she had to endure from someone close to her and the issues she’s having at school; O’Shea doesn’t know if she wants to live or die. Trying to keep the words her grandmother once spoke to her but as the days go on she has no choice but to believe things won’t get better. Meet ZaCree “Cree” Helms or better known as New Jersey’s Finest. Not only is he’s handling business in the street world he got the business world on lock too. When he crosses paths with O’Shea, he notices that she’s dealing with a lot and he’s no sure if he wants to take on her baggage. They say three times the charm & and when ZaCree comes to her rescue for the third time he realizes she just might really need his help. Going against his better judgement & and the words of his stepsister, he decides to step out on a limb and help her. With more lies being told and secrets being revealed O’Shea is left with her back against the wall & just one burning question. Will you catch me if I fall?

That Bona Fide Hood Love 2: Pluto and Galaxi


Taniece - 2019
    Pluto, Luna, and Moon each are feeling remorse thinking they had something to do with her stabbing. While Pluto searches for answers, Luna is battling her own demons when someone from her past resurfaces. New enemies are on the horizon to take what Pluto has worked so hard to build. Trying to keep his family safe is becoming inevitable, but he’d do whatever it takes to ensure their safety and get the justice Galaxi deserves.

Obsessed with my Wife's Best Friend 4


Lady Lissa - 2019
    This drama filled saga continues with more twists and turns than a rollercoaster ride. Just when you thought this circle of friends and foes were getting their happily ever after, chaos strikes once again. It threatens to break some of the strongest bonds, leaving some in deep confusion. Skeletons begin to fly from the closets, exposing some of the deepest secrets and dishing out some of the heaviest heartbreaks but there are consequences to every action. Tangi is the first one to find that out. Just when she begins to live that ‘perfect’ life, reality kicks in. The Karma that didn’t catch her before is surely on her tail now and she has only herself to blame. Will Smooth stand by her during her roughest moments? Or will the secrets that are exposed prove to be too much for him to bear? How far will she go to push a good man away? Thaddeus is next in line. Although he quickly wins over Tierra’s heart, he proves to have his own share of secrets. When someone from his past threatens to break up his happy home, how will he handle it? With all the trust issues that Tierra now has, she refuses to accept another betrayal by a person she loves, especially once she learns what he’s been hiding! Through it all, Tierra is fortunate enough to have a lifelong friend to lean on. Someone she never thought would accept her in his life this way. If you don’t know who it is, you can surely find out in this final installment of ‘Obsessed with my Wife’s Best Friend’!

Somebody Else's Thug


Tina J. - 2019
    Her mom was barely in their lives, but her presence was always around. Sunshine had a decent job, and she tried her best to help around the house; yet, nothing she did was good enough. Taking matters into her own hands, she stumbles across a man who can give her all that she needs and more, but at what cost? Her boyfriend is no good, and when he does help, he’s caught doing something Sunshine could never imagine, leaving her heartbroken and unsure of what to do. Shady is the rising track star of the family, and while protecting them, things go terribly wrong, and it lands her in jail. She turns to someone from her past for help. All he wants in return is her love, and she decides to give the relationship a chance. Unbeknownst to her, he’s done things in the past that can hurt their future. Moony is the baby of the family and trying her hardest to keep her head above water. With her sister trying desperately to remove them from poverty, she decides to find a job to help out the best she can. But what happens when her best friend is hiding secrets that will destroy Moony’s happiness? Can she be forgiven, or is it best for Moony to move on from what she’ll soon consider as dead weight?

Baby Girl You're His Blessing


K.B. Cole - 2017
    Like her dad always tells her, ‘happiness is within.’ Maybe that’s why all of her relationships fail, she’s looking for happiness in a man. After her boyfriend Kofi breaks her heart it makes her realize she needs to focus on herself. If love is meant for her than it would have to find her. Menace has just ended a messy long term relationship and isn’t looking for love. He hates drama and when him and Blyss cross paths she’s causing hella drama. But for some reason he’s still drawn to her. When he finds out that she has been helping his family he knows there’s more to her than just good looks and attitude. Menace and Blyss aren’t looking for love but their chemistry is undeniable. Things are just easy for them, but it wouldn’t be a hood love without drama. When enemies come for them will they be able to last? Blyss won’t let Menace be drawn into her mess. She’d rather leave him then put him in danger. But, Menace isn’t an easy man to get rid of. Will Blyss really be his blessing or his curse?