Things took a turn for the worst when she came face to face with evil and was left for dead. She soon realizes that only the strong will survive in this wicked world. She must become as treacherous as the environment that raised her if she wants to keep her man and stay alive. Shayna Jackson is a scorned woman with deadly intentions. She vows to get the woman that has come between she and her husband’s money. Armed with personal secrets of the other woman, she put her devious plans into motion. She also sets out to show her husband that games were for kids and Mrs. Jackson was not to be played with. Alijah Jackson is faced with his own demon. He’s trying to get away from his wife and start a relationship with his bottom bitch. He became oblivious to the fact that being the king of the streets has deadly consequences. Friends become enemies and loyalty is a thing of the past. He will have to use his knowledge of the streets and killer mentality if he’s trying to stay alive and free. Take a journey through the gritty streets of Richmond, as the plot thickens and the trio realized that that fairy tale is a mere myth in the hood. Who can they trust? No one but God!

    After years of being a victim of domestic violence, Skye is caught between their extravagant lifestyle and his controlling behavior, but knows she has to get out. In a desperate attempt, Skye flees the abusive marriage with her three children in tow, and vows never to go back. She even begins a new life with a new identity, but lives in fear, knowing that Sandino won t rest until he finds them. Brace yourself as a shattered woman is determined to rebuild her life and protect her family at all cost, even if it means death. Besides, who wouldn t fight against their most treacherous enemy; even if it is your own husband?

    With households to maintain, families to take care of, and men to seduce it’s a wonder how these ladies find time to piece together a scheme of all schemes to put them in a position of power. But when the real mastermind flips the script on the ladies, it will risk their lives and test their friendship…THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF SECTION 8

    For a 17-year-old, Amina has a decent life. But after meeting her father and 23-year-old brother for the first time, things take a turn for the worse. Amina ends up alone, trying to fend for herself and save her boyfriend, Kayne, from 3 years in jail. Amina must prove her loyalty to Kayne, but can you be a Down Chick without being locked down yourself? This is a question that never crosses Amina’s mind, leading her to make the ultimate mistake of her life. Author Mallori McNeal began writing Down Chick at age 14, during the summer before she began her first year in high school. She completed Down Chick and was accepted for publishing at age 16. Mallori currently lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.

    Her loving parents were gunned down right in front of her eight year old eyes, leaving her alone and an unwanted child of the state of New York. The hot bullets that ushered her parents to heaven left her with a scar on her beautiful face and a broken heart. With the help of her new found brother Shabazz, Tiana managed to survive the group home for parentless children and reach her eighteenth birthday.Now all grown up, Tiana finds herself in new territory with new choices to make which will shape her bright future. On the surface, she’s the picture of poise and grace. However underneath her pretty exterior dwells a murderous spirit fueled by a thirst for blood and violence. Miss Brantz is destined for greatness, but, the question is…what will she be great at, breaking every law on the streets or enforcing the law in the courtroom as a talented attorney? The answer is both. Tiana takes no prisoners and shows no mercy in court or on the corner. She’s rich, fine, loyal, and intelligent. Along with Shabazz, the two of them set out to make a killing in the drug world rolling over anybody in their way.Most women wouldn’t dare get their nails dirty. Most women would back down from confrontation. Most women would avoid death at any cost. But, Tiana isn’t like most women. She’s a beast. She’s a monster. She’s built for the street life. Tiana Brantz is LADY SCARFACE!LADY SCARFACE 2 Coming soon!LADY SCARFACE by Divine Ortiz is presented to you by Shareef Jaudon, the author of the best selling TYCE series.

    Proceeds from drug dealing allow them to live a fabulous lifestyle. But all is not great in the land of milk and honey. In this first segment, Starr finds out a secret her boyfriend Trey has been hiding. Jada learns of an evil plan by her boyfriend Shamari, while trying to keep him from learning a secret of her own. And Lani's ex-boyfriend Black, another drug dealer, is still in love with her, but she's moved on to Chris, a man that treats her very well. Follow the ups and downs of these three women as they lead the King Pin Wifey Lifestyle.

    After enduring an abusive relationship for over seven years, she meets the man of her dreams. Her eyes are finally opened to true love for the first time, but will it last? Jewel Sanchez, a self-made d-boy, hustles every day to provide himself with the life he has been accustomed to since birth. As lieutenant of the M.A.C. Boys, Jewel makes sure he keeps his money close and soon his enemies closer. Robyn Johnson, a rich, party girl, is known all over Sacramento, but maybe for the wrong reasons. She often attempts to medicate herself with material objects and different men, but the pain never goes away. She was always proud of her strength, but will that be enough for her to survive? Brandon Edwards’ short-fuse proves to be dangerous for everyone around him. Always use to getting what he wants, Brandon does whatever it takes to hold onto his power and respect even if that means losing a few people along the way.

    Known for having flirtatious behavior, along with an out of control sex addiction, Ko-Ko goes after every man who crosses her path. However, she will ultimately cross the line when she uses her playful seduction to catch her best friend, Lynn's only son Rayshawn. Rayshawn, a young handsome man who's never had a problem attracting the opposite sex, is too much eye candy for Ko-Ko to resist. In order for their secret relationship to progress, they must maneuver around an angry single mother, Ko-Ko's jealous daughter and tons of prying eyes. Just when things start to heat in their hush-hush love affair, Felice, the stacked and attractive owner of Fantasy Girlz Magazine throws herself in the burning fire and heats up things even more. The only problem is, Ko-Ko refuses to share and spins a web of intricate lies, cover-up stories and false alibis to have Rayshawn all to herself. Unfortunately, when all their emotions hit a boiling point, the drama intensifies and a shocking secret from the past threatens to ruin it all.

    Growing up for seventeen year old Ciara was hard. Dealing with a alcoholic Mother who physically, mentally, and verbally abused her. Being sent to live in a group home was only the beginning of another nightmare. That is until she meets Eric aka Smooth and he turns her life from shit to sugar. It's all good until the sweet turns bitter. Growing up to fast and living in the streets was fine with Jasmine. She didn't want to listen to anyone and loved to break rules. She later found out in life that all rules aren't meant to be broken. Stick and stones don't break her bones. Kelly was a small girl from the block who wasn't to be played with. She did what she had to do to survive. She meets Ant and he chills her heart. Things get hot and heavy when she has to deal with the consequences that comes with the lifestyle.

    Money. Murder- and not in that order. Tiffany and Messiah are the owners of Teflon Mafia, a company that specializes in capital murder. What's the outcome when the two owners mix business with pleasure-ALL the time? Check out the growth of the company when the Mafia has to deal with trained killers, past lovers, and heartwrenching secrets. Buckle your seat belts for this emotional roller coaster. It's a murderous tale you don't want to miss out on! A heart gripping page turner that is sure to have you on the edge of your seat.

    A constant battle to sustain his hustle in the streets of seven cities becomes a more complex task, as a new hustler from Florida orchestrates a low-key takeover. Lust, betrayal, disloyalty, selfishness, and greed all fuel an imminent explosion as these events unfold—setting the stage for A RUMBLE IN VA!

    Step by step, readers relive Ebony and Bless’s last day together . . . Valentine’s Day. The day however, starts nothing like it ends, and as time goes back, hour by hour, the two lovers are unable to avoid destiny. Fate brings them together in a most bizarre way, and the couple realize the day is not about winning, it’s about embracing the moment, no matter the outcome. Thuggz Valentine is the story of a ghetto love doomed from the beginning, but definitely worth the trip to Hell.

    . . the perfect mixture for the deadly cocktail that drives KoKo head first into danger as she tries to hold onto her thrown. Betrayal, distrust and a struggle for power almost destroys all that she has built. Kayson is back on the scene and will not bow to no one. The power is up for grabs and there are many hands in the pot. There s a boss that will live to the end, but who will succumb to Death by Temptation?

    Louchanna aka Lucky an unassuming, innocent college girl meets a young boss by the name of Carlos. Their instant love affair turns out to be anything but perfect or fairytale. Lucky finds out that being a boss’s wifey comes with its many luxuries as well as its equal share of downsides. Whoever says you have to let the past stay in the past? That’s not the case for Keema who’s suddenly faced with a tough decision. What’s a girl to do when her past wants a place in her future? Her first love Jah is back to claim the heart he once left shattered. Can people really change? Or does the old saying ‘you can’t teach an old dog new tricks,’ stand true? Ty, Lucky’s cousin strives on being the poster child of the independent woman in Corporate America. While her career and ambitions are on track her love life is the total opposite. After an unforgettable one night stand Ty can’t seem to get Nice out of her system no matter who she’s with. Deep down she feels that he could be the one to show her what real love is, despite the odds stacked against their budding love. Buckle up and come along for this roller coaster ride of drama. Strap up and be prepared to ride along with these girls as they experience love and life. Many things will change in their lives but one thing that will never is the bond and sisterhood they share. Is there really such a thing as finding love in the hood? Find the answer to that question in this drama packed book filled with sex, betrayal, drugs, murder, and hood love.

    There were too many beautiful women in the world to choose from and he was too greedy to settle down with just one. The longest he'd been in a serious relationship was two weeks. But that all changed when he met Stacy who finally snatched up his heart… and all his other drama.What he didn’t know was that Stacy, the self-proclaimed good girl, could get down and dirty when pushed to her limit. Dealing with her husband’s other women causes her to pull a few tricks from her own bag and sends everyone into a tailspin of confusion. In a story of sex, lies and cheating who does it best Rayvon or Stacy?