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To Be Loved by a Hood Menace
Coco Shawnde - 2020
Bessie in the middle of the ghetto like savages. Early on they were forced to the blocks to serve as a result of her drug habit. The St. Louis streets were never the same once they had Shottas and Menace sweeping through. On the up and coming, they knew all about the gambles in the life they are living. Ranked up in the drug trade, and heavily paid, they deserted opening up their hearts to any woman outside of Ms. Bessie. When they run head on with Tonii and Kiyomi, it’s all on a glimpse of fate. These ladies lives will forever be changed from the first day they meet these ruthless brothers, but will they gamble with their hearts like they do the streets? To be loved is what every heart desires. To be loved by Shottas and Menace...let’s just say every heart isn’t built for that cold blooded loving.
Drunk In Love 4
Tiece - 2015
Although they are now in a good space, others are finding it hard to cope with the unexpected events of life’s lessons. Angel and Mark have suffered the loss of their baby girl. Mark just wants to make it right. However, Angel is on another mission. In the wake of her demise may come a blessing in disguise. Things are finally looking up for this couple or, so it may seem. Everyone pays a price when living their dreams, but will Angel’s cost her everything, including her life? Felisha finds herself in the unlikeliest of situations and learns that life can be taken away at any given time. Because of her new outlook on life, she finally wises up and makes a major decision. A decision that could possibly stir up more drama than she ever anticipated. Dillon comes face to face with Rihanna and finds out the most SHOCKING NEWS of them all. Will he and Zoe stand the test of time? Or, will someone end up walking away and never looking back? Drunk In Love 4; A Must Read!
4 Ever Down With Him 2
Tay Mo'Nae - 2017
Nike, is still in mad after finding out his sister is pregnant by his best friend and shuts them both out, while dealing with the aftermath of Noni’s shooting. Nike is on the hunt for Deshawn, who seemed to vanish after shoot both Nike and Noni. Duke and Trina are trying to make it work but can’t seem to get it right. Trina finally let’s go of her childish ways and is ready to be the woman Duke needs, but when things get rough Duke flees one too many times, creating space between him and Trina. Trina, fed up, decides she wants to co parent with Duke, but Duke isn’t willing to accept it. Will these two get it together? Evelynn and Deshawn are working together, trying to separate Noni and Nike from each other. But after the shooting things change, and sides are switch. Find out if these couples are strong enough to make it through the jealous ex’s, new love interest and if friendships and relationships can be restored. Or will they all throw the towel.
The Hottest Summer Ever
Sai'jah St. James - 2017
After finding out about a possible adultery between his wife and best friend, Big Nate goes into a violent rage, seeking answers from his supposedly loyal wife. One thing leads to another during the midst of the quarrel, Big Nate ends up murdering his wife in front of his two young daughters, Summer and Serena, and then eventually turns the gun on himself. Witnessing the bloody murder-suicide before their young eyes proves to be extremely traumatic to the girls, especially Summer, the eldest. She quickly realizes that after her parents’ death, her and sister will be going off into an unknown, dark future and they have no one else to support them other than themselves. Relying on each other for love and comfort, the girls suddenly are thrown into the complicated and unsympathetic Illinois foster care system, hoping perhaps someone would come and rescue them. After months of praying, finally a generous, loving white family comes to the girl’s rescue. Summer who is reluctant at first, eventually gives in to the idea of being reared by white people. Months pass, and the two sisters seem to be adjusting well to their new life until one day out of the blue, their mysterious grandfather, Granddaddy Rev. Luther Gaines, suddenly comes to take his granddaughters out of the foster care system and brings them back to the inner city where now the girls are forced to adjust to a completely new reality – Grand Boulevard Towers, the most dangerous housing project in the entire city of Chicago. Summer, who’s all out defiant, initially tries to fight against the abrupt change, but finds herself going up against a formidable, dark, oppressive foe – her strict, religious and overpowering grandfather. After using his brute force to discipline the girl into submission, Summer caves in and now is forced to adapt to this new hellish ghetto reality. She has to adjust to a new school, meet new friends and also deal with the tribulations of bullying, sexual harassment and other woes plaguing her surroundings. Summer, looking for a way out, eventually gets keen to her surroundings and has a plan to leave the projects. One event leads to another, Summer eventually discovers a deep and dark hidden secret about her so-called religious grandfather that eventually changes her perception about her life. This secret uproots everything she assumed to be true about her mother and father. Now armed with information regarding the bizarre circumstances surrounding her parents’ death, Summer goes on a mission to exact revenge. However, the mission will try her in so many ways that it even threatens to change her completely into a person she’d never thought she’d become -- a coldblooded, ruthless killer. Read more about Summer’s coming of age story in “The Hottest Summer Ever”.
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?
I Got A Thang for A Street King 2
Trenae - 2018
To describe her heart as broken would be an insult of its own because she was long past that word. Left to pick up the pieces in the wake of Knight’s absence, Charde can’t seem to get back to the girl she once was. Grief, anger and betrayal fills her heart and without her only friend at her side, there doesn’t seem to be a rainbow showing up after all of this rain. Leaving the streets behind was always the plan for Knight, but what happens when the streets refuse to stay a thing of the past? With so many issues calling for Knight’s attention, it’s hard to decide what takes priority. While he knows that he just wants to be happy with Charde at his side, Knight is also aware that a pregnant Ainsley won’t just go away. Add to that the fact that she seems to have a closet full of secrets that are constantly spilling out, Knight will soon realize that the life he’s been living has been a lie. Trapped in her own form of prison, Ju-Ju is in full survival mode as key players are exposed in Gemini’s twisted plans for her group of friends. Playing the role of the beautiful wife to an abusive kingpin is a hard job but Ju-Ju knows that her life depends on making it believable. With outside help, she gains hope that she will make it out of her situation alive. But, what is she returning home to? With her relationship with her and Gunna in the balance, Ju-Ju is left unsure on if they will ever get back to each other’s heart. In fact, she isn’t even sure that she wants to get back to what they had after the dust settles. In the finale of this explosive series, lines are drawn and crossed countless times by both friends and foe. Family ties are tested, and some bonds are better left broken. It’s been said that nobody wins when the family feuds, but the question remains, will there be anything left standing of the Bentley clan when the dust settles?
I'm Falling For A Louisville Savage
Keisha Elle - 2017
A city with Southern roots and a Midwestern vibe. Even the grimiest of people are in search of their next come-up. Where most fail, a select few prosper. Born and raised in the city, Santiago has it all; money, power and free reign over the city’s drug trade. With his wife, Marley by his side, he built his empire from the ground up and strives to achieve more. There’s only one problem… Amaya. She’s more than just a pretty face and her ‘assets’ are enough to ensure Santiago’s demise. Tired of waiting for her time to shine, she takes matters into her own hands. With Santiago in her sight, no one, including his wife, is going to stand in her way. Everything that glitters isn’t gold. For Marley, loving Santiago is no easy task. When his late nights and constant excuses become too much to handle, she learns that loyalty means nothing in the streets. Friends turn to enemies and life as she knows it will never be the same again. While everyone else is out for self, Marley is determined to find happiness in the mist of chaos. Cashmere has one thing on his mind- money. He supplied the city with the best product around, and earned mad respect along the way. The only thing constant in his life is his little sister Kensley. Determined to seclude her from the grit and grime of the city, he kept his guard up. His no-nonsense approach allowed him to amass his empire, but being on top can be lonely. He wasn’t looking for love, it found him. Even the hardest of hearts can be softened. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. Maybe you’ll fall for a Louisville savage too. Are you ready?
The Trillest Love Story Ever Told: Phyre and Supreme
Kellz Kimberly - 2018
Private schools, designer clothes and rarely hearing the word ‘no’ is how she was raised. With her best friend by her side, she’s out in the NYC living her best life or what she thinks is her best life. With an old relationship coming to an end, a new flame gets ignited. Phyre is ultimately caught off guard by the new flame until she realizes it’s exactly what she been waiting for to set her soul on fire. Having both a mother and father growing up is a luxury most kids from the hood don’t have. Supreme Young was lucky in someways to have both his parents but when it came to those not so lucky ways, Supreme had to step up and be the responsible adult. With both of his parents addicted to drugs, Supreme did what needed to be done for his sister. His parents failed to give his sister the world, so he made it his mission to do pick up the slack. Hustling, providing a future for Mirage and running through hoes was his life and not once did he think there was anything wrong. A few run ins with Phyre, has Supreme ready to add her as another notch on his belt. Not one to take no as an answer he continues to pursue her & eventually finds himself trying to change his doggish ways. Old habits seem to die hard when it comes to Preme & from he outside looking in, it doesn’t seem like love is a new trick to teach an old dog. Everyone knows love is an indescribable feeling that tingles between your toes, gives you butterflies in your stomach, makes your heart beat double time, and causes you to lose all common sense when it comes to the one who owns your heart. If all of that happens when you simply love someone, what do you think happens when you add a trill a** hood n***a to the equation?
Rude Boy: A Yardie Love Story
Autumn Crum - 2018
Jamaican born brothers, Kenji, Clive, Knox, and Lennox Grimes are relentless in their pursuit of the almighty dollar. The leader of the crew, Kenji Grimes is a natural born charmer. He is sure he can use his charm and good looks to gain him anything his heart desires, but when approached with the job of a life time, Kenji isn’t so sure he can pull it off. This one last bank heist could guarantee his retirement from the world of bank robbing forever. There is only one obstacle that stands in Kenji’s way. Her name is Ava Buchanan, wealthy billionairess and sole heir to World Bank, a banking dynasty. Ava’s perfect world spins out of control when she meets Kenji Grimes. Ava’s falls hard for the handsome stranger but is unaware of the danger lurking behind his bad boy persona. She will soon find out that this rude boy rebel not only hides a painful past but also a deadly secret. One so deadly it may very well cost the heiress her life.
She Wanted A Boss, but Fell for A Savage
Lucinda John - 2018
Even though the sisters didn’t share the same mother that didn’t come between the strong bond they formed. Together they’ve reached every milestone in life enduring every obstacle thrown their way. When tragedy strikes in more ways than one they find themselves caregivers to their two younger siblings while trying to take on life’s challenges. Osari is a strong, beautiful woman with the worse case of luck when it comes to finding the right man. All she ever wanted was a boss that she could evolve with only to end up with scrubs. Swearing men off O focuses on working towards her and her sister’s dream goal of owning a storefront to their online boutique while caring for her little brother and sister. Kalani has been holding down her high school sweet heart, Money, for the last five years while he does his bid. When Money’s bad behavior earns him more time behind bars Kid vows to do her own thing until he can get it right long enough to return home to her. When a small fling turns into a full blown affair, Kid finds herself in a deadly situation with no way out. Ace, the leader of the infamous gang, THB, Trill Haitian Boys, decides to step down from his street ways to become a family man. When his wife leaves him to pick up the pieces with her first love he moves back home to the very same stomping grounds he vowed to stay away from. As the CEO/ Founder of the prominent business, Drippin’ Ice, Ace does everything in his power to stay away from the streets no matter how loudly they whisper his name. With a cold heart, Ace turns off his ability to care for any woman that is until he cross path with a lost soul. In this gritty hood tale, there’s no limit one will reach to get what they want.
Blazing For His Love 2
Vaneecia - 2016
All of them placed on a thread by Shanice. Shanice has decided enough is enough and has taken matters into her own hands in regards to her fallen marriage. Meanwhile Bella’s family seems to be growing more and more. Bronx and Tee are still going strong but one incident may place everything they have worked towards in jeopardy. Zay and Lexi are expecting their little bundle of joy and nothing is able to break the two of them apart as they work to build a family together. With Shanice laying claims to things that no longer belong to her will anybody be left untouched or witl everything blaze out in a ball of flames?
The Plug Next Door 6
Sol - 2017
The DeLeneau brothers have been through a lot but they’re ready to pull the plug. They’re looking forward to getting their happily ever afters with the women who love them, but sometimes fairytales don’t come true. You’ve probably been asking yourself if God lived after that elevator incident with his father? If so, will him and Reese make it down the aisle? Or will Sloan swoop in and ruin everything? Will Young and Alexa’s marriage survive the many women who walked into his life when they were apart? What happens when Nas is released from prison? Will Loso and Summer stay together forever? Find out the answers to all of your questions now in the finale!
My All Wasn't Enough: A Twisted Love Affair
Tynessa - 2016
She is all about money, and does not care a bit about them going back home to their wives. After the heartache that her ex-husband left her with, she vows to never fall for another man. That is until she meets, Cainan Wallace, better known as Cain, a handsome 28-year-old businessman. His hood demeanor has Zoe ‘judging a book by its cover’ and not wanting to get to know him. When she does, he steals her heart in a matter of time. Yet, Cain has secrets of his own and demons that he’s trying to fight off. We’ll see if he’s able to keep his secrets and Zoe apart. Or will he have to sacrifice his reputation, all for the love of Zoe. Linda is Zoe’s sister, and the type who wants everyone to believe she has the picture perfect marriage. Behind closed doors, there are secrets, infidelities, and lines that have been crossed in more ways than one. Let’s just see if love is enough to keep this family as one.
We Both Can't Be Bae 2
Twyla T - 2017
She was successful with not getting caught up; until she carelessly sent photos to Phebe and they got back to her husband, Malcolm. Once he got news of her infidelity, he rushed home and tried to kill her. Was he successful in his attempt? Keith has been Cameron’s secret lover for some time now. However, his fiancé Phebe is tired of playing house with him and wants a ring. Will he marry her or will he dump her and play second to Malcolm forever? Charlotte, Cameron’s sister has always been envious of her and never really knew why until Malcolm helped her put pieces of her life together. How long will this love triangle last before someone gets hurt? Secrets and lies keep spilling and it’s another crazy, sexy, and dangerous roller coaster ride that will either make or break Cameron.