WELCOME TO TANERVILLE : One decision changed everything. by JAFFAR JARALLAH (12 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

From the outside, Tanerville seems like a simple and quiet town, a small, rural area with a couple of old-fashioned shops and regular people who enjoy the easygoing lifestyle that comes with living in the country. After James Watson and his family move in, they start to realize that things aren't as simple as they seem, and the people aren't as boring as they expected. As the story progresses, Tanerville learns that the Watsons themselves have secrets and aren't as boring as they expected either. Friendships and morals are put to the test as James runs from his mysterious past while caring for his family and finding his place in his new home.

Genre: Black & African American

Break Every Chain by Qiana Rae (Beautiflaw Books) (57 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Lena, Nadia, and Simone are three generations of women who experience a series of unfortunate events and circumstances throughout their lives, causing them to be completely estranged from one another. In the midst of their individual struggles, they find themselves trying to fathom feelings of resentment, rejection, insecurity, shame, heartbreak, and betrayal, leading to the destructive path of endlessly being tormented, and trapped in mental bondage for many years of their lives. While estranged, and being prisoners of their own minds, unbeknownst to them, all three of their lives are still connected in so many profound ways. Will those meaningful and powerful connections be enough to possibly reunite these women, and help to free them from the bondage that has kept them bound for so many years, or is the damage beyond repair? In Break Every Chain, the reader gets an in depth look inside the lives of all three of Lena, Nadia, and Simone, from their perspective. In reading each of their stories, the author hopes that their experiences, from beginning to end, resonate powerfully within the reader, and reinforces the ideas that we never know what people have gone through to get to where they are, and also, there are people on this earth whose sole purpose is to help others find their way through life.

Genre: Black & African American

PIECES OF JUSTICE by Saundra ..... (S. Blaze Publishing) (119 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Making partner at Garrett & Rhem law firm and being engaged to the man she loves has Justice riding on a natural high. But when she opens the newspaper and discovers her fiancé Keith has been living a lie she closes her heart to love. Becoming a Judge becomes the only piece of pie she intends to taste. Against her better judgment she takes on a low profile custody battle for Austin Crews a local detective who is desperately seeking custody of his abandoned twelve year old daughter. Instantly attracted to her, Austin fights his urges as Justice makes it clear she does not get involved with her clients. But Justice has a moment of weakness that ends in a passionate filled night that causes Austin to spill his true feeling to her. Shocked at his confession Justice reveals to him that she is moving away. Overwhelmed with the news Austin pulls out all the stops to win Pieces of Justice heart. However, Justice firm vow to always put her career before love threatens it all. Will Justice ever open her eyes to True Love or will she allow past betrayals continue to block her from it?

Genre: Black & African American

Rutherford's Woman : A Family Legacy by L.J. Bowen (Major Key Publishing) (18 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

A young, innocent undiscovered love... College student William Rutherford is smitten the first time he sees Jemma Alden. She's beautiful, hard working and turns out they have a lot in common from educational goals to personal tragedies. Jemma takes a chance on Will and discovers the Joy's of first love and inhibited passion. Turns into a fateful, reclaimed meeting of two souls... A betrayal from someone close forces them to part ways and they're reunited a decade later. Questions are asked, answers are sought and they decide to give their relationship another chance. Has too much time passed for them to work things out or can they pick up where they left off ten years ago?

Genre: Black & African American

I Should've Cheated by Tysha Jordyn (Novel Chick Publications) (215 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Braelyn and Kai were couple goals - their bond tighter than a vault. Life was good -- until temptation came calling in the form the irresistible Sevaughn, whose very presence ignited a fire in Braelyn that made her upcoming nuptials feel like a forgotten dream. One taste too many and Braelyn's falling deep into an intoxicating web of deception and lust - typical side chick vibes that leave Braelyn torn between the two: the thrill of the forbidden and the comfort of the familiar. Little did she know, her a$$ just might have written a check that her heart isn't prepared to cash. The last thing you'll find in love is fair play, and things will never be the same after Braelyn's next move. The game is seductive and when Braelyn goes all-in chasing lust, the cost of betraying the realest love she's ever known just may be too rich for her blood. NOTE: THIS IS A RE-RELEASE

Genre: Black & African American

A Dirty South Love Story 4: An African American Romance by MANDEE (21 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

***THIS IS A RE-RELEASE, PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED JUNE 2017. SEE GOODREADS FOR REVIEWS*** With a baby on the way and wedding plans soon to follow, Kamree and Priest are enjoying life. They are more in love than ever and all seemed to be swell until a person in Kamree's past makes an appearance and rocked the couple's world. Lena is proud to have her first biological grandchild, but she's holding back a secret that could devastate her former bad boy son. Can Priest handle the news once it's finally revealed? With a new job and her focus on schoolwork, Delani is making positive moves in her life. After promising to steer clear of her brother's best friend, Dominic, how will she handle things when she finds herself when an emergency arises and he is the only one who can help her? Essik becomes so obsessed with Kamree's love and happiness that she fails to see that Dominic is trying to show her the realest love he has to offer. Envious of Kamree and Priest's engagement and pregnancy, she begins to distance herself from her friend, and ultimately finds herself searching for more than what Dom is willing to give her with another man. Will Dominic throw in the towel? In this final installment of A Dirty South Love Story, secrets are revealed, temptations are on the rise, and drama continues to unfold.

Genre: Black & African American

The Last Agent: A Novel (Alex Cooper Detective Series 1) by A. O. Nathaniels (Olefaniel Publishers) (1 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Lewis Blackwood lives in the Presidential Villa near the nation's permanent landmark of Aso Rock, where his father serves as the head of state. When he turns nine, the regime ends and young Lewis and family flee to the walled Family Paradise of North, where his reclusive father builds a small city near the Sahara desert. With them the former dictator carries dangerous amount of money that might be over half of the nation's total wealth. In a small polytechnic town in the West, Alex with his fiancee, Chloe, shares not only an apartment but similar predicaments: Frederick, Alex's father, opposes him for joining the police force and Chloe's father doesn't want the former model to marry someone who's broke. As fate intertwines their lives, Alex becomes a skilled crime solver and is invited to join the nation's anti-corruption commission to track down those embezzling public funds. Through a masterful narrative, the lives of young Lewis, Alex, and Chloe converge, revealing their relentless pursuit of goodness despite the obstacles they encounter. Nathaniels weaves a compelling tale of resilience and the lengths people go to support one another.

Genre: Black & African American

WHEN YOUR MOTHER'S A PROSTITUTE by KING MILLI (73 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

SHE WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR HER CHILD TO HAVE A BETTER LIFE THAN SHE DID, INCLUDING SELL HER BODY. After living with crippling poverty, controlling men, abusive bosses, and a system designed for her to fail, a single mother is willing to do whatever's necessary to give her son a better life. We enter the world of Mena Jackson, a woman who was put out into a cold and unfeeling world to survive by any means necessary. The end result is an opulent lifestyle, better neighborhood, and superior education for her son. All of these things are made possible first by stripping, and eventually high end prostitution. Along the way we meet the mother who abandoned her for a new religious family, emotionally scarred tricks, a silver tongued pimp, and a son with a genius level IQ. Will she ever make amends with the mother who tossed her into the street? Can her son ever respect her? Will the pimp turn her into a demon? Can she rise above an endless string broken men and ejaculations for cash? Will she ever have a real relationship? Can everyone involved be happy? WHEN YOUR MOTHER'S A PROSTITUTE is a heart wrenching, entertaining, and thought provoking thrill ride squeezing you tight, and not letting go until the final page. A must read.

Genre: Black & African American

The Request: A Scandalous Love Affair by LaVonda (Major Key Publishing) (27 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Jessica is a devoted friend, but when her friend asks her to participate in a threesome with her and her husband, her first answer is 'no'. After seeing the desperation in her friend's eyes, she agrees, but her yes could cause her, her life. Sheryl loves her husband with everything in her. Lately, she has been unable to please him and make him happy. His request to have a threesome with her friend Jessica seems to be the only way to stop the turmoil in her marriage. Can giving into him save their marriage? Darren is a selfish bastard whose only desire is to please himself. He has a devoted wife at home, but he can't shake the desire to be with her best friend. Knowing his wife will do anything to please him, he requests the ultimate gift. After getting what he wants, his desire still isn't quenched. He must have her again. The Request will take you on a ride of intense desire and ultimate betrayal. Sometimes, giving in to a request will leave you empty. Not every desire needs to be fulfilled and not every request granted.

Genre: Black & African American

When Love Hurts (Jaylen and Jessica Series Book 1) by Shaquanda Dalton (2,208 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

I've lost my grandmother to a heart attack, the house to foreclosure, and now I'm living in Chicago with a man I swear is cheating on me. I thought he was my soul mate but I was wrong, and now I feel... I just feel... "I love this book... I couldn't put this book down!" -honesty (reader/reviewer) "This book was a good read that I did not want to end! This book had my heart racing!" -Cecilia (reader/reviewer) When that man put his hands on me I can't take living with him anymore. I deice to move in with my best friend Jaylen for a while. He's a business owner with bills and problems of his own I need him. I just can't go back to my apartment with that man who i thought loved me. One look at my bruises tells me that love was wrong. "Omg this book was a pleasant surprise." -reader/reviewer Download your sample or buy this book today!

Genre: Black & African American

Crushin' on a Boss 4: The Streets or Love by Tysha Jordyn (Novel Chick Publications) (99 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Loyalty is what the Carmichael empire was built upon, and it's the very thing that has everything they love in jeopardy. Aniqa has everything she ever wished for, but at a cost she never expected to pay. A ghost from her past has her looking at life and love in a new light, and it's only a matter of time before she finds herself questioning whether loving Linc is worth the fight. Will she choose love over everything, or will she be loyal to herself in advance? Linc has proven time and time again that he's just the cure for Aniqa's bruised and battered heart, but when the Carmichael empire finds itself in the crosshairs of the feds yet again, he faces the ultimate test of loyalty. Will he be loyal to his woman or his love for the streets in the end? Beautiful makes it anything but easy to love her while Savage is torn between that fiery hood love she offers and the one chick that got away. A tragic loss forces him to bury the past and choose which side he's devoted to. Can Beautiful snag the key to Savage's heart one last time, or will he give his loyalty to the only one he's prepared to die for? In this final installment, both couples face the ultimate test of loyalty as they fight their way through love and war.

Genre: Black & African American

There's No Me Without You by Tysha Jordyn (Novel Chick Publications) (71 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

"Sometimes, I felt like I'd give it all up if we could just have a normal life, to have him next to me at night because Lord knows, I was so over sleeping in a cold bed... " - Alsina Knight Most women would kill to live the life of a baller's wife, but Alsina knows all too well that everything that glitters ain't gold. She found love in the most unexpected way, but with Jokari playing ball overseas for months at a time, Sina starts to wonder what really has his attention: basketball or another chick? Kari has big plans to make this Valentine's Day epic, but will he get caught up in his own game before he has a chance to blow Sina's mind? Love ain't real if it ain't honest, and with the whole crew living a lie, this Valentine's Day will be so explosive that they will never forget the day it all went left... *** THIS IS A RE-RELEASE ***

Genre: Black & African American

Echoes of the Sunset (The thickest private detective Book 3) by Keisha Kole (Capable Books) (1 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

"Echoes of the Sunset" is a gripping neo-noir thriller that follows the story of Janelle Archer, a resilient African American detective in her late 30s, who runs her own private investigation agency in contemporary Los Angeles. When her friend and struggling writer, Ray Marlowe, is accused of murder, Janelle takes on his case, propelling herself into a web of deceit, corruption, and personal loss. As Janelle delves deeper into the investigation, she confronts a city fraught with secrets and betrayal. Her quest for the truth leads her from the glitzy mansions of Hollywood to the gritty streets of South Central, where she encounters shady producers, ruthless gangsters, and a charismatic actor named Graham Sterling, who could hold the key to unlocking the mystery. In this modern reimagining of "The Long Goodbye," Janelle's search for answers uncovers a complex tapestry of murder, money, and betrayal that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. As the body count rises and Janelle inches closer to the truth, she grapples with her own demons and past trauma. The sprawling, diverse landscape of contemporary Los Angeles becomes a character in itself, reflecting the city's stark contrasts. From the glittering lights of Hollywood to the seedy underbelly of the city's criminal underworld, Janelle navigates these disparate worlds with tenacity, empathy, and unwavering determination. Along the way, Janelle encounters a cast of characters that are as complex and multi-dimensional as the city they inhabit. Ray Marlowe, Janelle's friend accused of murder, is a talented but troubled novelist whose involvement in the case becomes increasingly murky. Amanda Shaw, a mysterious and alluring actress connected to the murder case, is a rising star in Hollywood with secrets of her own. Vincent "Vinnie" Russo, a ruthless gangster with ties to organized crime, is a powerful figure in the criminal underworld of Los Angeles. As Janelle races against time to solve the case and ...

Genre: Black & African American

The Realest Kind of Love 2 by Tysha Jordyn (Novel Chick Publications) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Jru has been given a major wake-up call to get her life together. After being hit with one obstacle after another, she quickly realizes her picture-perfect life is no more. Just when she thinks she's on the comeback, she's hit with a devastating loss and family secrets that threaten to take her under. Will she allow Dax to be her rock, or will she lose him before it's too late to right her wrongs? Struggling to stay afloat in his own chaotic storm, Dax has no idea what lay ahead for him. About the only thing he's sure of is his feelings for Jru, but will the past tear them apart for good?

Genre: Black & African American

The Kind of Love That Makes You Go Crazy: Part 2 by Victoria D Johnson (23 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Synopsis: Currently serving a twenty-year sentence in the Women's Detention Center, Melanie Jacobs is thinking that life couldn't get any worse than it already was. Two people that she loved had betrayed her and she had done the unthinkable, which landed her in jail. Trying to adjust to prison life is hard, but Melanie somehow maintains with the help of her new found friends Chelsea and Bethany. Chelsea is a spunky Chicana who doesn't cut any corners with anyone, she means what she said and says what she means. Bethany is not your average white girl. As a matter of fact, if you didn't see her for yourself you would swear she was black. She comes with cornrows in her head and two gold teeth to match. The three girls take on prison life head on and form a bond that is unbreakable. When a scandal hits the media, Melanie thinks that this is her blessing in disguise and is excited at the possibility of going home. What she doesn't realize is that someone wants revenge and will stop at nothing to make it a reality. Will Melanie be able to get her once normal life back, or will she end up having to once again do the unthinkable?

Genre: Black & African American

Blood and Vengeance: 'Til Death Do Us Part by Legacy B. (Major Key Publishing) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

New York Stock broker Robert Greene gets an international war going when he refuses to pay back the money he lost on the stock market to a Memphis, Tennessee crime organization. They put a million on his head... it would have been another routine assassination, but the fact that the Robert is papered up too, he pays a protection agency the required fee to protect him and his daughter. Byron Anthony never lost a client and was always professional until he meets Theresa Greene, the stockbrokers beautiful daughter...

Genre: Black & African American

A Vision I Had by Golden Infamous Da Angel (TELL OUR VISION PUBLISHING) (1 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

It's a small world. Hailing from a predominantly white neighborhood in Cocoa Beach, Florida where she grows to question her black identity, Cecelia Dawes, known as CeCe- learns this lesson the hard way as she gets swirled into a circle of sex, drugs, and violence with the end result forever changing her world. CeCe never expects to become a drug dealer's girlfriend, but that changes when she meets Vision, a full-time hustler, and part-time rapper. When CeCe and Vision are on the brink of falling in love, their relationship is interrupted by the re-emergence of CeCe's former lover, Terrell. Unfamiliar with the streets of Baltimore, CeCe is soon caught up in a dangerous street battle between Baltimore's Westside and Eastside, as Vision and Terrell go to war against each other. CeCe realizes that life is much more brutal than she imagined and that finding happiness requires her to have strength, faith, and hope despite the despair that she falls into.

Genre: Black & African American

When Tiffanie Met Blake... by Jasmine K. Hathaway (1 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Tiffanie is a successful insurance agent with a good heart and a not-so-good track record when it comes to love. On the rebound of yet another breakup, she meets the man of her dreams and embarks on a whirlwind courtship and engagement. However, Blake is a man of secrets, and the discovery of the Big Secret leads to an adventure on the couple's wedding day, including a run-in with the law and instant fame... or shall we say, infamy. This is not your typical romance. This is a story about love and hope, deception and pain, with a little humor, sex, and adventure thrown in for good measure. In this first short story of the "Tiffanie" series, readers will be introduced to the sassy, lovable career professional as she navigates life and love in the Queen City, Charlotte. When Tiffanie Met Blake... is a must-read!

Genre: Black & African American

KNUCKLEBONES: Book One by Dave Trumbore (13 Reviews)    Price verified 28 minutes ago

Missing children. A prophet who speaks for the dead. And a powerful cabal who will do anything to keep their secrets buried. When a mysterious stranger with a forgotten past wanders into an unmapped Georgia town, he's suspected of being responsible for recent kidnappings. But while his ability to see a person's final memories before death by touching their bones will help to clear his name and bring closure to the victims' families, it also puts him square in the crosshairs of those who want to keep their crimes quiet. Will the rich and powerful be allowed to continue their exploitation unchecked, or will the so-called prophet shine a light on generations of secrets kept in the darkness? "Knucklebones" is a Southern fiction story set in Georgia that introduces a supernatural detective in his first thrilling, cold case-solving adventure. If you like Stephen King's "Dead Zone," John Grisham's "A Time to Kill," and the Southern-fried storytelling of Carl Hiaasen, you'll love the first installment in Dave Trumbore's "Knucklebones" series. Buy "Knucklebones" now to meet the next great supernatural detective as he solves cases ripped from the headlines!

Genre: Black & African American

High School Football - The Temptation (The High School Series Book 1) by Paul Swearingen (20 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

A black teenager is forced to move to a small town but realizes that with the help of new friends he may be able to leave the bad influences behind and concentrate on football. But part of his past catches up with him. Then temptation, in the forms of a potential burglary and a till-tapping opportunity, presents itself - and he knows he has tough choices to make.

Genre: Black & African American

It's The Game We Love by Brandy Echols (194 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

After being framed for his mother's vicious death, Elandro Tezmont returns home from a fifteen year sentence. While adjusting to his freedom, he finds that his younger sister, Redd, is struggling, his close friend, Daniel, is now a drug addict, and the true murderer of his mother has yet to be revealed. After being ambushed by a group of strangers, Elandro refuses to continue with the disrespect. His life begins to move at a fast pace once his best friend, Trel, introduces him to the infamous Randall Vargas. Randall is the king of the city, and his trust in Trel allows him to extend a helping hand to Elandro. As he emerges into the drug game, his life proceeds to change for the better; at least that's what he thought. Aside from hustling, he finds himself extremely attracted to his sister's best friend Rhein. Despite his sister's warnings to stay away, Elandro sweeps Rhein off her feet. But when his childhood crush, Brittnea, shows up, he finds himself juggling two hearts. While trying to tame both ladies, he's unknowingly being favored by Randall's beautiful niece, Dallas. Dallas knows her uncle would frown upon the idea of her and his employee, but she still has the urge to get a piece of Elandro. She makes it damn near impossible to resist her, and her behavior begins to cause trouble for Elandro. Things get even worse when The Lezyir brothers emerge from Miami to attack Randall's squad, leaving behind a bloody massacre. While trying to protect his family and play king of hearts, Elandro finds himself in a war he could've never prepared for, and he quickly realizes it's a cold world. *Please note that this is a re-release*

Genre: Black & African American

The Bitter Truth: Sneak Peek by Shanora Williams (Dafina) (1 Review)    Price verified 15 hours ago

Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition! An upstanding political candidate. A determined stalker. A shattering lost weekend. Now, when his worst secret comes calling, how far will one man's elegant, all-too-devoted wife go to uncover the truth... or bury it? For Jolene "Jo" Baker, the least she can do for her adoring husband, Dominic, is give unwavering support for his North Carolina gubernatorial run. He is not only the love of her life, he's also helping her prove that she's far more than just a pampered trophy wife. With huge crowds showing up at Dominic's speeches and the polls consistently in his favor, she's never been happier to stand proudly by his side... Until she and Dominic start seeing the same, strangely ominous woman turning up all along the campaign trail. Until their tour starts becoming a nightmare of botched events, crucial missed information, and increasingly dangerous "accidents." Suddenly Jo can't get any answers from Dominic -- or understand why he is acting so paranoid and terrified... What Jo can do is start digging into his past -- one she's never really questioned beyond his perfect image and dazzling accomplishments. What results is an alarming series of events that leave her baffled: Good friends turn into enemies, truths are revealed to be lies, and all clues lead back to one secret, shattering weekend that changes Jo's entire life. With her world splintering into pieces, can Jo risk trying to set things right? Or will hiding the bitter truth by any means necessary destroy her as well?

Genre: Black & African American

She Stay Paid: A Caught Up in Them Novel Book 9 by Naimah Elise Robinson (8 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Pretty birds with broken wings, Ashanti's and Marchelle's difficult lives had never allowed them to soar. Plagued by trauma and a cycle of hate, they'd hardened themselves towards the world and all others in it before meeting one another. Ashanti and Marchelle had one agenda in this life, and that was to take. They planned to take the bags, the men, and the very life of anyone standing in the way of them getting what they deserved. For them, the world could be a grimy, unforgiving place, and the game they played could be even dirtier. Ashanti and Marchelle took on the drama together to make sure that above all else, they got paid. Still, in a game so treacherous, could they trust each other in order to rise above the hell they were born into, or would the jealousy, lies, and people they'd crossed doom them from ever securing the bag and finding happiness?

Genre: Black & African American

Naive To The Streets: A Young Girl Lost With No Guidance by A. Roy Milligan (241 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Will a teenaged girl take the murder case and go to jail for life, or will she rat out her boyfriend... the man she loves so much? Naïve to the Streets is a dark, fast-moving urban drama about a 17-year-old girl with no guidance, besides the advice that she gets from her older boyfriend Ant, who is constantly pimping out Triangle like an underaged prostitute to all his friends. He couldn't care less about who Triangle is having sex with, just as long he is getting paid for it. But Triangle is blind - she is in love. One day, as Ant and his friends gang up on Triangle for sexual favors, Ant gets into an argument with one of the guys. He is forced to protect himself and ends up with a dead body on his hands. To cover up the murder, he tries to stash the body in an abandoned van. Days later, he tosses Triangle the keys and lets her drive away with the van, without telling her about the dead body hidden in the back. Triangle and her friend Sincere think that they are just going out for a joy ride through the 'hood and are happy to just be getting out for a drive, until she is pulled over and the police officer notices something wrong in the back of the van... Naive to the Streets is a gritty, captivating urban crime thriller that will take you on a unique journey into the darkest corners of the human soul... and show you how it looks and feels when love clashes with reason. Page Up and Order Now.

Genre: Black & African American

Stories We Tell (Newsroom PDX Book 1) by L.J. Breedlove (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Are We Journalists or Aren't We? There was no doubt in Cage Washington's mind. The student-run Eyewitness News had to cover the Black Lives Matter protests in the streets of downtown Portland. He stood with his videocamera in hand, and waited for his best friend and editor-in-chief to make up his mind. Cage had been down there at the protests last night. He watched the cops fire on protesters. Watched protesters break into the federal building. His own eyes were streaming from the tear gas. He was ordering gas masks for his videographer staff today -- if he could find any in town. "Yes," Ryan Matthews said. "Cover it." He smiled wryly at his friend. "Are we journalists or aren't we?" "We are now," Cage said. Join EWN in Newsroom PDX a new adult, political suspense series about Portland's protests, the pandemic, and college. Foul language, some sex, a bit kinky, lots of politics -- the series and the city. Book 1 in the series Newsroom PDX.

Genre: Black & African American

The Werewoman and Her Witch: Remember Me by Aunt Georgia Lee (Onyx Lee Publishing) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Hello, sweet dahlings! It's me again, your Aunt Georgia Lee, preparing to tell you the second story in the Sapphic Sojourners of Truth series. Are you wondering what lies ahead? Well, you're in for a treat. This short narrative reintroduces you to our two favorite lovely ladies in this paranormal, steamy romance, Selene Moore and Tala Marlow. Yes, the werewoman and her witch are at it again! This time, we take a walk down memory lane. In the words of Paula Abdul, and in this case of opposites attract, before we can go two steps forward, we need to take two steps back! And we know these sexy sapphics will do everything possible to make it all work out. So, settle in with a cup of something good and relax as you revisit Selene and Tala's quaint little town. Hop on board; your next stop is Social Circle, Georgia! Happy Reading!" Theme and Tropes: Chosen Family, Fairytale, Friends to Lovers, Love at First Sight, Magic, Mature Lead (40+), Starcrossed, Supernatural Elements, Small Town, Butch/Femme

Genre: Black & African American

Tonight, Tonight (The Cambion Rider Chronicles) by Fannie Price (Platinum Dragon Publishing) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Veronica's and Lachlan's last night together in Chicago is interrupted by a friend's desperate plea to save a gargoyle's life. Tonight, Tonight is an interlude story in the Cambion Rider Chronicles universe, with events that take place after the events in book #1 After the Flesh, and before book #2, Burn.

Genre: Black & African American

The Dirt Eaters by H.D. Timmons (31 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Set in the 1960s of America's rural south, a young African American woman is forced to reckon with her cultural eating disorder of eating dirt.

Genre: Black & African American

Seed On Fire: A Romantic Suspense Novel about Family, Loyalty, and Parenthood (Moore Family Saga Book 1) by Michele Sims (168 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

NOTHING ABOUT THEIR LOVE HAS EVER BEEN TYPICAL. In a world where fantasy and reality collide, Seed on Fire by multi-award-winning author Michele Sims, will take you on an unforgettable journey. Kaiden and Alicia Moore, originally from North Carolina, were enjoying a life full of love and passion. As a young, beautiful, and upwardly mobile professional couple who had made their home in New York City, they were busy balancing their careers with the demands of a new marriage --- which as fate would have it, included an unexpected bundle of joy. They got pregnant on their honeymoon, and so began the first book of the Moore Family Saga, Seed on Fire --- a sexy, romantic suspense novel. Their relationship will forever be changed by a series of nightmarish events that threaten their love and the life of their unborn child. Will their commitment to each other be enough to cope with the challenges? Come and join them as they await the birth of their son, Miles Aridio Moore. Start the Moore Family Saga now! "She mixes romance, adventure, and suspense through a cast of complex and interesting characters." "I loved the family dynamic in this book from both Cade and Lecia's sides. Strong family bonds always draw me in and this one was everything I love." "The book had me hooked from the very beginning and the emotional roller coaster it took me on was wonderful." Books by Michele Sims: MOORE FAMILY SAGA: Seed On Fire (Moore Family Saga Book 1) Playing with Fire (Moore Family Saga Book 2) The Fire God Tour (Moore Family Saga Book 3) A Moore Affair (Moore Family Saga Book 4) Face the Fire (Moore Family Saga Book 5) Love in the Lowcountry (A Winter Holiday Collection Book 1) Enchanted: Volume One (Halloween Anthologies Book 1) Knight of Penn Quarter (Knights of the Castle Book 9)

Genre: Black & African American

Carnival of the Lost (The Cambion Rider Chronicles) by Fannie Price (Platinum Dragon Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Can Veronica survive a carnival which changes Lachlan into something she barely recognizes? Participating in a rite of passage for mated riders and their dragons, Veronica and Lachlan step out of their reality and into a world of kittens and lost sheep, where guilty pleasures have dangerous consequences. Carnival of the Lost is an interlude short story in the Cambion Rider Chronicles universe, with events that take place after book #2 Burn, and before book #3, Came Back Haunted.

Genre: Black & African American

Duke Prince of Hearts (Yadili Book 1) by Kiru Taye (Love Africa Press) (33 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

Duke's life is about honour, loyalty and respect for the business. Nothing else. Yet... One look at Carla across a crowded nightclub, and he breaks his own rules. One night with the seductive woman who calls to him like no other, and he wants to keep her. But... His troubled angel is a mafia princess who lives dangerously on the edge. She plays a desperate prank and sparks a cartel war. Now... Duke is in a high-stakes battle to keep everything he loves. And he intends to win, come Hell or high water. Content Warning: contains depictions of drug use and depictions of torture.

Genre: Black & African American

A Search for Love by J.M. Cagle (18 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Hallie Chandler is an African American young woman who has moved to the quiet town of Lake Willow, Connecticut to write her latest book. She is talented as a writer but also a seasoned witch. She buys a rundown house and plans to renovate it. It gets help with the project from a very handsome and eligible bachelor, Fresco Sterling, who also turns out to be a witch. Hallie overhears a conversation about a coven that brings her trouble and threatens her life. Together, with a little unexpected help, they uncover a coven and expose the High Priestess but at a cost. *Book 2* http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MTL5SN2/ *Book 3* http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MTZ34LQ/

Genre: Black & African American

Gangster's Daughter by Leo Sullivan (Leo Sullivan Presents) (875 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

At 17 years old, young Kadisha Spencer has the world in the palm of her hands. She is young and beautiful, and lives a lavish life with a wonderful family, and an adorable boyfriend. She is destined for success. She graduated from high school ahead of her class, with Valedictorian honors. She has been accepted to a prestigious college, her dream is to became a doctor. All the while, she was raised in the preeminence of her legendary father, the infamous gangster, Ike "Monster" Spencer. Ike has been retired from the goon life for years, living the legitimate lifestyle as a dedicated father and businessman who has amassed millions. However, the streets are not ready for his retirement, it wants his timely demise, plus his riches. Suddenly, Kadisha's pristine sheltered world is shattered as devastation strikes. Her father is abducted and presumed dead. She, along with her beloved family members are brutalized in the most vicious way. Kadisha finds herself near death, barely clinging to life. That's when she makes one solemn promise to herself as well as the deceased members of her family. If she can pull through this, her attacker will have to pay with their lives. A gangster's daughter is born. This is a fast paced urban tale of murder, sex, drugs, and betrayal.

Genre: Black & African American

First Comes Love (New Castle Book 1) by Lydia Michaels (Bailey Brown Publishing) Price verified 14 hours ago

Passion erupts in this spicy contemporary romance from bestselling author, Lydia Michaels, when the irresistible new neighbor, Tyson Adams, offers his "services" to the shy, single mom on the street. Kat D'Angelo's bittersweet life is about to get decadent. Four years after the scandal of her young pregnancy, Kat has finally managed to come to terms with her otherwise lackluster life. Budgeted to the penny and scheduled to the minute, Kat's highest priority is her daughter, Mia. After being deserted by Mia's father, abandoned by her conservative family, and broke to the point of near starvation, Kat has grown into a woman incapable of trusting others with her happiness. She is determined, for the sake of her daughter, to maintain a simple, organized life, free of unnecessary pleasures. But when Tyson Adams, a successful entrepreneur becomes her new neighbor, Kat learns that some pleasures are too sweet to resist and passion erupts A beautiful telling of a mother's unconditional love and sacrifice that bursts with emotion, touches the heart, and scorches with heat.

Genre: Black & African American

Crazy about You: Book 1 (Crazy about You series) by Erica Storm (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

After Micah meets Ian, she doesn't expect to meet another man who will rock her world, but she does, and she falls madly in love with him. Now she has two men who wants her body and soul, and they refuse to give her up. Can she handle two handsome white dudes? Or are they too much for any one woman? But Micah isn't any woman. She's a black woman, and she believes the saying, "Once you go black you can't go back."

Genre: Black & African American

The Heart Doesn't Lie by Aunt Georgia Lee (Onyx Lee Publishing) (35 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

One day a tall, caramel cutie walks into a New York City bar and has a chance encounter with a sexy curvy, brown-skinned lawyer who is destined to be her wife. Now, ten years later, with three adopted kids and two fur babies, Aubrey and Nicolette Casper are trying to make it last forever. But when a suspicious spouse who's had too many previous rounds of infidelity believes her loving wife to be the next unfaithful female caught in the act on an episode of Cheaters, the battle to reclaim Nicolette's heart will be a long and hard fight for Aubrey. But Aubrey's home is where her heart is, and there's no place like home than with Nicolette and their chosen family.

Genre: Black & African American

FAKE ENGAGEMENT by DRICEY (LADY LEGACY PRESENTS) (105 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Deon doesn't know who she wants, her girlfriend Mya of four years or the one person she has loved her whole life; but didn't know it until they made a deal to a Fake Engagement. They each agreed on the terms for their own selfish reasons, but they would soon realize that they were falling hard in love with each other. The one thing Keven didn't want to do was admit his feelings for Deon, yeah she was his best friend for years but he cared for her more than a friend and when the opportunity came up for him to be in a fake engagement with her he took it. He knew that then and there he was going to make her see just how much he loved her and how much she loved him. Deon and Keven were both so caught up in their arrangement they made, that they forgot to look around at the people that they were going to be hurting. For Deon she had to keep convincing herself more than Mya that this marriage wasn't going to be real. And for Keven he had to keep telling himself that this engagement wasn't real but it was an agreement to help them keep the one person that they both wanted in their lives.

Genre: Black & African American

Matika and the River Lion by Latrice Simpkins (223 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Matika, a young daughter of an affluent and prominent military general, is abandoned by her mother and separated from her siblings during the Lords Liberation Army's raid. She escapes into the menacing jungles under the pursuit of a crazed colonel, who becomes obsessed with her emerging womanly beauty. Matika must contort through a labyrinth of deceit, crafted by her father's enemies, to make a heroic stand using her ingenuity and inner-strength. Will Matika rise above the shadows of obsession, conspiracy, and bloodshed...

Genre: Black & African American

SCANDALOUS AFFAIRS by LADY LEGACY (546 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

AN AFRICAN AMERICAN URBAN ROMANCE AND BESTSELLING SERIES After almost six years, Maceo and Chrissy King marriage could be over with. Maceo has completely ignore his vows. Especially the part, 'forsaking all others.' Cheating is his side hobby, and been faithful doesn't exist. With Maceo being extremely sexy, arrogant, and successful, it takes a strong man to turn down some wet panties. Even though he loves his wife Chrissy, he keeps a sidepiece on standby. He can't help himself. Maceo has a weakness for fine, freaky women. The King's marriage looks perfect from the outside looking in. However, everything that glitters ain't gold. Big trouble is brewing. Maceo is wilding out, with his late night creeps. It's just sex to him, and nothing more; but what happens when one side chick falls in love? Things get crazy, as a side chick goes through dangerous lengths, to make Maceo her man. Over the years, Chrissy has overlooked her husband's infidelity, but after learning of one particular mistress, Maceo might've crossed a line she can't forgive. Maceo is scandalous, but he's not the only one hiding secrets. Chrissy's past ain't pretty, and both of their secrets will be exposed. When life changing secrets are revealed, can Maceo and Chrissy forgive each other? Or will the cheating, lies, and secrets be too much to save this troubled marriage? Revised Edits

Genre: Black & African American

The Other Mistress: Sneak Peek: A Riveting Psychological Thriller with a Shocking Twist by Shanora Williams (Dafina) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition! "Shanora Williams expertly drops hints and clues as she spins and twists this psychological thriller, leaving the reader gasping for breath and racing to get to the explosive end." -- Darby Kane, international bestselling author of Pretty Little Wife Perfect for fans of Jeneva Rose and Charlie Donlea, the chilling new book from the New York Times bestselling author of The Wife Before is an insidiously sexy and twisty novel of seduction, betrayal, and obsession about the increasingly dangerous alliance between a betrayed wife and the Other Mistress. Adira Smith-Cortez knows how to turn around a troubled past. Now she's a self-made multi-millionaire who takes exquisite care of herself and her only true love: her husband, Gabriel. Adira has it all -- except the answer to one tormenting question: why is attentive, affectionate Gabriel cheating on her -- with not just one, but two women. There's sexy Jocelyn, a club owner. And then there's Julianna, a celebrity makeup artist he's even crazier about. In a tricky twist, vengeful Jocelyn offers Adira the perfect plan to get her straying spouse back... It sounds simple: Adira will befriend Julianna through a fake identity, play on her and Gabriel's vulnerabilities and cause them to split up permanently. Determined to reclaim her happiness, Adira won't -- can't -- stop to think what could possibly go wrong... Until too many of Gabriel's lies start adding up to a disquieting truth. Until Julianna discovers who Adira really is -- and Jocelyn pushes Adira to ever-more-unthinkable extremes. With her world collapsing and shattering memories tearing her apart, how far will Adira's obsession take her -- and how much of herself is she willing to lose in the process... "A fast-paced, psychological trip with a climax that will shock the most voracious readers. Recommended for fans of Alyssa Cole, Liv Constantine, and Megan Goldin." -- Library Journal "Fans of ...

Genre: Black & African American

Sami Mahogany, Gold Strand (Cincinnati Series Book 2) by Jessica Caryn (Tainted Sweetheart) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Gold Strand Sami Mahogany Williams didn't come from money. She couldn't get anything in this world without having to give up something. Life taught that lesson several times over, so the penthouse at the Gold Strand Hotel and twenty grand in cash were signs that everything was about to go wrong. A veiled threat against her sister will force her to make a deal. Sami was given six days to do it, but she's willing to risk it all. Jamieson Carmichael was the co-owner of Lennox Restaurant but success didn't change him. Family issues happen when his gambling addicted father runs up more debt, but there's more to it this time. It started with a beautiful woman. Their exchange was in passing until he saw her again at the Gold Strand Lounge. Sami Mahogany was an elegant beauty with soulful brown eyes, and the kind of trouble he needed. Their lives will collide with dangerous temptations, but Jamieson is playing for keeps.

Genre: Black & African American

Show Me Silver by Nadine C. Keels Price verified 8 hours ago

A love story of priceless grace He's a man remade, yet with something to prove. Back before he came of age, Sterling was the envy of no one. People from his past likely wouldn't recognize the polished man he is now, thriving in a corporate job that keeps him socially eligible. In secret, he's been working toward the goal of launching a writing career. It may be time for the secret to come out when Sterling meets Yvonne, a bestselling author who arrests his imagination. But Sterling soon finds that a connection to Yvonne could mean more than he's prepared for. This short story is also a part of a sweet romance collection, Inviting Love: Three Romantic Reads.

Genre: Black & African American

Every Student has a Secret (Students and Secrets Book 1) by Teddy Baire (2 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

In this slow-burn mystery, Safia finds herself in a school with a history covered in secrets whose students are plucked from different facets of life. Each one with their own reasons for being there. A novel that will catapult you, along with the protagonist, from a simple waitress at her family's Cuban African-American diner, to a very secret school. Here, the students are groomed for a purpose that isn't exactly clear. Determined to survive and not fall victim to its games, Safia must try to navigate the school's crazy rule system and keep her points high enough to survive or risk servitude to the same students that stand beside her. Along her journey, she will make friends and enemies. But in a school where trust is limited and friends are never who they say they are, how will she survive this high-risk environment? Welcome to Apex Academy.

Genre: Black & African American

CHASE A CHECK NEVER CHASE A CHICK by LADY LEGACY (LADY LEGACY PRESENTS) (248 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Romeo, La'Marcus, and Trey are three guys bound by bruthahood since childhood. As children, they grew up poor in the dangerous streets of Compton, California. Growing up poor in a single parent home, they made a pact at a very young age to always, 'Chase A Check Never Chase A Chick'. The young boys started stacking money early, as corner boys, under the leadership of a Drug Lord, gangster, and father figure named Chico. They had a notorious crew called, 'The Compton Hitters'. They were one big family, until Chico was sent to prison. Chico has always taught his three protégés; the drug game isn't a lifetime career, and to be smart with their money. With Chico being gone, the guys decided they wanted a better life for themselves, and their single mothers. They made a tough decision, to leave the drug game forever, and relocate to the suburbs. Being young, sexy, smart, and wealthy; made them the hottest bachelors in Cali. Chicks were attracted to them like bees to honey, but they were determined to stick to their childhood pact. Everything was cool, until La'Marcus falls in love. All hell breaks loose as the bruthas race against time to stop the marriage. Romeo is determined by any means necessary, ain't no way he's going to let La'Marcus marry some chick he barely knows. Their bruthahood will be tested; as total mayhem unfolds right before their eyes.

Genre: Black & African American

Nightstar Werewolves by Matt Jones (12 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Get ready to howl at the moon and feel your heart race with the exciting new romance novel, "Nightstar Werewolves." Join Jakie as she navigates the challenges of being a werewolf in a world that doesn't always accept her for who she is. When she meets the fierce and dashing Abel at an African American werewolf camp, she can't help but feel drawn to him, despite his intimidating demeanor. As they work together to create a community where werewolves can thrive, sparks fly and passions ignite. But with TJ, their leader, keeping a watchful eye on their every move, can their love survive the scrutiny? "Nightstar Werewolves" is a steamy and thrilling tale of love and acceptance, sure to leave you howling for more.

Genre: Black & African American

Martine: Short Family Drama by Kimolisa Mings (12 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Martine Carter has the perfect life. She is a Junior Professor in the Foreign Language Dept. of a community college. She has a loving husband and two daughters who are a handful but the loves of her life, but Martine has a secret. A secret from her past has come looking for her and she now has to figure out how to make him a part of her life.

Genre: Black & African American

This Love is Real the Prequel (This Love Is Real Novella) by tmh writer (Amazon Digital Services) (32 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

They say best friends make the best lovers.. but Sonya wants more... Terri and Sonya are best friends who met during their freshman year of college. Terri wanted financial security, while Sonya had her own career goals. It was love at first sight for Sonya, but it caused Terri to question what she really wanted. But then tragedy struck and nearly a decade passed before Sonya finally confronted Terri and confessed her love. Can Terri overcome her fears and accept the love she craves, or will her past stand in the way? Will Sonya's fear of losing Terri come true? Or will Eryn be the one that comes between Sonya and her one true love?

Genre: Black & African American

Matson’s Case No. 1: Ritualistic Murders In 1950's New York City (Matson Case Files) by Pablo Zaragoza (6 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"Zaragoza leads the reader through a horrific murder plot with both speed and efficiency. A good murder mystery but also a good social issues story." New York City's Police Chief, Robert Matson, reflects on his first murder case when, as a newly discharged Korean War veteran, he returns home to Harlem to find a color line blocking his admission to the police academy. Matson takes interim work as a janitor, but his skills in the military police come to light when Bumpy Johnson, Harlem's unofficial mayor, pimp, and drug czar, seeks Matson's help tracking down the killer of his prostitutes, while city officials turn a blind eye. Detective Harvey Smith joins his former military partner to unravel the mystery behind these heinous murders. In the process, they draw on some of the city's historical figures in crime fighting and forensics to find incriminating evidence in a non-tech era when dogged grunt work processes the bits and pieces that convict criminals. Matson uses his knowledge of psychology to profile the killer, and the search for him leads Smith and Matson to New Jersey and back again. Finally, in a dramatic set-up, they nab the killer. To show his appreciation, Bumpy sends Matson a gift, a beautiful blonde named Sissy, and the mixed-race couple fall in love and marry, despite the social stigma of the 1950s. The sub-plot reveals the discrimination Matson faces on a day-to-day basis, professionally and personally. Yet with his intelligence, skills, and hard work, he proves his worth that eventually sees him move up in the ranks, thanks in part to Smith who genuinely values Matson as a friend and partner.

Genre: Black & African American

Murder in Westminster: Sneak Peek: A Riveting Regency Historical Mystery (The Lady Worthing Mysteries Book 1) by Vanessa Riley (Kensington Books) (38 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition! Perfect for readers looking for a darker twist on Bridgerton, this first story in a vibrant, inclusive new historical mystery series from an acclaimed author portrays the true diversity of the Regency-era, as a widow whose skin color and notorious family history have left her with few friends she can rely on - just as the local vicar names her the prime suspect in a murder case... "Snappy dialogue, abundant intrigue, and Abbie and Stapleton's increasingly flirtatious antagonism keep the tension high and the narrative drive strong. Smart, fun, and full of moxie." -- Kirkus Reviews Discovering a body on her property presents Lady Abigail Worthing with more than one pressing problem. The victim is Juliet, the wife of her neighbor, Stapleton Henderson. Although Abigail has little connection with the lady in question, she expects to be under suspicion. Abigail's skin color and her mother's notorious past have earned her a certain reputation among the ton, and no amount of wealth or status will eclipse it. Abigail can't divulge that she was attending a secret pro-abolition meeting at the time of the murder. To her surprise, Henderson offers her an alibi. Though he and Juliet were long estranged, and she had a string of lovers, he feels a certain loyalty to his late wife. Perhaps together, he and Abigail can learn the truth. Abigail, whose marriage to Lord Worthing was not a love match, knows well how appearances can deceive. For all its surface elegance, London's high society can be treacherous. Yet who in their circle would have killed Juliet, and why? Taking the reins of her life in a way she never has before, Abby intends to find out -- but in the process she will uncover more danger than she ever imagined... "Fans of Bridgerton will enjoy this one." -- Publishers Weekly

Genre: Black & African American

The Scribe by A. Bean (The Rebel Christian Publishing) (96 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

In a world where reading is a rare ability you must be born with, there are many who strive to become a Scribe. These are men of great stature, responsible for writing the legends of old. But there have only been twelve Scribes throughout history and the world desperately needs another. There is no shortage of young men lining up for scribal training, but this position isn't earned, it is chosen. The only problem is that it's been decades and a new Scribe still hasn't surfaced... or has she? Amana Hart believes she was born with the Gift; the ability to understand and speak multiple languages without ever learning them beforehand. She can read and write in Arabic, French, Spanish, and more--but she must keep this a secret. Only men of great wealth and stature are supposed to have this ability, so when Amana decides she wants to pursue her dream of becoming a Scribe, she must take on a new identity and do it in secret. Only God can keep Amana safe. The Scribal Institution will stop at nothing to silence the voice of liars and fakes. If she isn't careful, she could end up burned at the stake. This is a standalone work of Christian Fantasy/Historical Fiction. A fictional take on the story of some of the greatest writers in history. Other works by A. Bean The End of the World (series): The End of the World The New World Order Book III (coming April 2022) Too Young (children's fiction)

Genre: Black & African American

Her Deadly Mistake by Rachel Woods (BonzaiMoon Books) (99 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

As soon as I saw her, I needed her. I just didn't expect to fall for her. But then she tried to kill me. She should have known better. She made a grave mistake. Somebody should have told her that Ben Chang is not the kind of man you f*ck with... I'm sadistic. Twisted. Deadly. Spencer Edwards will learn that I'm not to be played with... I'll force her to do my bidding. Bend her will to mine. She will submit to me... Or else... Her Deadly Mistake, Book 1 of the Ruthless Revenge Romance series, is a steamy dark romance with jaw-dropping plot twists and thrilling action. Books in this series should be read in order.

Genre: Black & African American

Should Have Thought Twice: A Psychological Thriller (The Quiet Ones Book 1) by Tanisha Stewart (415 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

They say to always watch the quiet ones, because you never know when they might snap. Shatina is a young woman with a troubled past and present. She lives in the shadows of her fraternal twin sister, who sucked up all the beauty genes, her best friend, whose seductive charm will sway any boy who listens, and her cousin, who is more than a knockout, but a force to be reckoned with. Shatina feels like she has nothing going for her but her grades and her full scholarship to a four year institution of her choice... until someone comes along to threaten that. Shatina has faced threats before, and little does anyone know, she has gained vindication over all of her enemies, one by one. Except this last one might be a bit more of a challenge than she bargained for.

Genre: Black & African American

The Pleasure of pain: Teflon Divas by Shameek Speight (True Glory Publications) (6,591 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

In this twisted tale you will be introduced to Tess, Iris, Vanessa, Ebony and Bless who find out that The Pleasure of Pain is a true testament that we always want what we shouldn't have. Tess is a strong determined business woman by the day and queen of the streets by night. She will stop at nothing to get the life she wants for herself and her three best friends along with her man, even if it means breaking old bonds and creating lifetime enemies. What she doesn't realize is in the game of cut- throat there are no rules. Bless emerges on the scene after being recently released from prison only to find that things are not the way they were before he got locked up. The worst part is the person he has to fight is the person he least expected would betray him. He is out for blood and hell bent on destroying anyone who gets in his way. Iris is secretly in love with Tess, but plays the friend card in order to get closer to her. She knows that Tess is in love with another man, however that doesn't stop her from plotting to get Tess' heart. Vanessa and Ebony are sisters who share the same father and they happen to be Tess' top lieutenants. Their loyalty and love run deep for Tess and has never been questioned until now... With pleasure there is always a little pain as Tess and her girlfriends will soon find out. Will they break under pressure or will they show why women rule the world?

Genre: Black & African American

A Perfect Day for Rain: A Short Story by Jala Summers (54 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

*** A Short Story *** Liana Harris has always avoided love because of the tumultuous home life she experienced growing up as a child. But after allowing herself to be vulnerable in a relationship with her longtime boyfriend, Brian, she is slowly opening up to the possibilities that a marriage may be able to offer. When she attends the wedding of an old friend, one stormy day in May, she is once again faced with all of the misgivings of her past. This is the short fiction back story for character, Liana Harris, featured in the romance title, "Love's Call", available now on Amazon.com.

Genre: Black & African American

Never As It Seems: Never As It Seems Serial Book 1 by Gomer Joseph (342 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

A murdered doctor. An angry ex-wife. A defense attorney must uncover the truth... Defense Attorney Kevin Auguste has devoted his life to the pursuit of justice. An immigrant from Haiti, he has seen first hand the corrupting influence of money and power. Now he fights to be a force for good in his community, and to ensure his children grow up in a better world than the one he left behind. But when late night police sirens disturb his sleepy neighborhood, Kevin is shocked to discover that his neighbor and client, Dr. Delroy Davidson, has been murdered. And Delroy's ex-wife has come to town demanding her share of the inheritance... When a reading of Delroy's will reveals that another woman will receive half his wealth, Kevin finds himself drawn into a deadly dispute that threatens both him and his family. Torn between protecting his loved ones and revealing the truth, Kevin must outwit mafia thugs, scheming widows, and vindictive families. But can Delroy's killer be forced out of hiding, before he becomes the next victim...

Genre: Black & African American

Tender Secrets: The Warner Family Book 1 by Ann Christopher (Blue Iris Press) (790 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

A sexy billionaire with a terrible secret. The vengeful reporter determined to expose it... The Warner Family Secrets. Lies. Undeniable Passion. Billionaire Andrew Warner fiercely protects his family, their fortune and the one secret that threatens everything. Beautiful investigative reporter Viveca Jackson fiercely guards her true motivations for writing an exposé about the Warners. The one thing these two determined competitors never expected? The startling chemistry they experience at first sight... If you love sexy and emotional contemporary romance -- especially enemies-to-lovers stories -- read TENDER SECRETS today! "Ann Christopher gets it right every time. Emotional, page-turning reads and characters that stay with you long after you close the book." -- Lori Foster, NYT Bestselling Author "Ann Christopher's gift with words will leave you captivated and breathless." -- Brenda Jackson, NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author

Genre: Black & African American

GodSend: Out of Darkness, Into the Light by David Wallace (Kingdom First Publications) (82 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

Award-Winning Director, Writer and Producer, David M. Wallace proudly presents GodSend: Out of Darkness into the Light, a faith-based anthology series consisting of eight fictional short stories. These stories center around ordinary people and their encounters with God's messengers and fallen angels. Themes of faith, hope, fear, temptation and persecution are explored. TWO NEW STORIES + SPECIAL PREVIEW: 1. Man on Fire: A young boy receives a dire message at his Uncle's wake. This modern day tale is based on The Rich Man and Lazarus 2. The Doorkeeper: After getting rid of his head usher, a new pastor faces an unwelcome visitor. Rose: A Christian woman forms a deadly bond with two friends after the death of her husband. SPECIAL PREVIEW: David M. Wallace is proud to present a special preview to readers of his new faith-based graphic novel series, "Way of the Cross." Loosely based on the short story, "House of Mercy", this new graphic novel is a unique mashup of the faith-based & apocalyptic genres. House of Mercy: Based on the Pool of Bethesda, a physical therapist searches for answers to help his depressed patients. The Root of All Evil: A financially struggling church will soon find out their new charismatic pastor is not what he seems be. The Awakening: A young man struggling to deal with his dysfunctional family learns the decisions that you make not only affect you but others as well. The Voice: A successful R&B star comes face to face with the fallen chief musician of heaven & must make a life altering choice. Angela's Prison: A group of ministers come to the aid of a former church member and her son who are under attack by Satan and his demonic forces.

Genre: Black & African American

Seducing Sheri: A Climax Creek Contemporary Short by Kianna Alexander (122 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Is this just a sexy holiday fling? Or is Nick using his sexual prowess to convince Sheri to enter a business deal with him?Or could he be after her most guarded possession of all... her heart?Home for the Holidays... Sheridan Cole works hard as an accountant and financial planner- so hard she's barely had time to sleep, let alone date. She's looking forward to a relaxing Christmas at her parent's home, in the tiny North Carolina town of Climax Creek. But a chance encounter with a handsome man from her past changes everything.An Unfulfilled DesireNick Dunn has spent the last several weeks trying to keep his family's business from being taken over by a large corporation. As the eldest of the four Dunn children, keeping his family legacy intact is important to him. That situation holds his entire focus... that is, until he runs into his high school crush at the local coffee shop.Two Feuding FamiliesEver since Sheri and Nick were children, their families have been embroiled in a bitter dispute. Neither of them knows the root cause, but the Coles and Dunns businesses are in direct competition, and that hasn't helped heal the rift.A Burning PassionThe heat between Sheri and Nick is palpable, undeniable, and inescapable. Before Sheri can even get a sip of her coffee, she's on her way home with Nick... " I love reading Nick and Sheridan's story. Ms. Alexander has a way of drawing you into the story and rooting for true love for Nick and Sheridan. With most stories, there is someone you love to hate, but in the end, it all ends up going great. I recommend this to everyone who wants to read a story that is short, sweet, and spicy. Job well done! I am now ready for book two in the Climax Creek series." - A Reader's Right

Genre: Black & African American

Claiming You (A Lennox In Love Book 1) by Tina Martin (384 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

A Standalone Novella At 39, Remington (Remy) Lennox married Emory McNeil. They've been friends for two years - married for one of those years. He told her the marriage was strictly for business reasons and that they'd keep it between themselves while remaining friends. That the rest of the Lennox family doesn't have to know. What he doesn't tell Emory is, he's deeply in love with her. She thinks they're only friends, but he worships the ground she walks on. Still, he keeps his feelings at bay, that is until he feels like his younger brother, Giovanni is moving in on his territory. Now, Remington knows he must CLAIM his woman and let her know his true feelings. Keeping their "arrangement" a secret is no longer an option. * * * The Lennox Series are all standalone novellas with the exception of Caught in the Storm with a Lennox which is the prequel to Claiming You. Book 0 - Caught in the Storm With a Lennox (A Short Story Prequel to Claiming You) Book 1 - Claiming You - Remington Lennox and Emory McNeil Book 2 - Making You My Business - Giovanni Lennox and Joelle Bannon Book 3 - Wishing That I Was Yours - Jessalyn Lennox and Spencer Wakefield Book 4 - Before You Say I Do - Kenton Lennox and Lauren Chandler

Genre: Black & African American

Griot: A Chapbook by the Nia Centre for the Arts, Black Pen Writing Workshop by Yvvana Yeboah Duku (Knopf Canada) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Nia Centre for the Arts is a Toronto-based charity that supports, promotes, and showcases art from across the Afro-Diaspora. We build the creative capacity of our community and support the development of a healthy identity in young people through artistic development, mentorship and employment opportunities. We are a platform for the arts that is rooted in the diversity of Black-Canadian experiences. In 2021, we hand-selected six emerging writers to participate in the Black Pen writing intensive program. The writers in this program challenged themselves, honed into their craft, stepped into their greatness and dedicated themselves to their collective manuscript -- GRIOT: Sojourn into the Dark. Follow the writers through a deep and authentic exploration of their literary voices as we 'Sojourn into the Dark'; a collection of fiction and nonfiction that crosses borders, from Nigeria to Jamaica, explores themes of loss and connection, and embraces tradition while pushing the art of storytelling forward.

Genre: Black & African American

Fatal Jealousy (The Black Widows Book 1) by Christina OW (88 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

Twins Ellsa and Ellie are completely different in character, personality, taste and interests. Apart from the striking resemblance to each other, they share the one thing siblings shouldn't. The same taste in men. Carson is interested in only one of them. He is pulled by Ellie's passion for love and art, and most importantly, him. What starts as a sexual chase, ends with his permanent retirement from bachelorhood. But their love story is not a smooth one. Ellie is implicated in the brutal murders of her ex-boyfriends, and Carson is faced with the horror of arresting the love of his life.

Genre: Black & African American

Hold On To Me: Love Rekindled (Candle Light Book 2) by Christina OW (118 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Sandra suffers a tragedy that is quickly followed by a divorce. She never thought anything could hurt as much as losing her sister Kristy, God was she wrong. Completely deflated and defeated, comfort comes from a man she'd spent years avoiding, Ronald. Would he be the one to save her from her pain, or would he cause her more?

Genre: Black & African American

Rich & Petty by Keesh Washington (Felony Books) (87 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

Atlanta native Phaedra Hodges wrote a New York Times bestselling novel called "Petty" about the sensationalized disappearance of her husband, Isaiah Hodges. The media accused her of killing her husband and his mistress, but because of a lack of evidence she was never brought to trial. Free and rich, all she wants now is a man to love her for who she really is. So she unleashes all of her pent up sexual desires on a bunch of young men around the A. Until she meets Rayshawn Meeks and Faheem Mathis, two wealthy men with great skills in bed. Phaedra starts to fall for Faheem, but Rayshawn starts to snoop into her past. Soon Rayshawn pieces together a crime. But he has no idea just how petty Phaedra is until it's too late.

Genre: Black & African American

The Orchard Inn: An Interracial Romance (Orchard Inn Romance Series Book 1) by A. M. Kusi (Our Peaceful Family) (397 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

She's hiding from her past. He's looking for his future. Will they take a chance on a love neither expected... Ella lives in constant fear. After seven years of concealing her whereabouts from an abusive ex, she gets an opportunity for a fresh start when one of the few men she trusts leaves her a charming inn. When a mysterious, charming guest tempts her to open her heart again, she fears the scars from the past will keep her from anything close to love. ?Hardworking and successful, River has always wondered if something's missing from his life. And when he falls for the gorgeous proprietor of Orchard Inn, he knows the tattooed beauty is exactly what he needs. Moved by her pain, he encourages her to open up about her fears while he promises to stay by her side. ? But just as their irresistible passions bloom, Ella's brutal ex returns to reclaim what was never truly his.? ?Can Ella and River fight off the past long enough to awaken a forever love? The Orchard Inn is the inspirational first novel in the completed Orchard Inn romance series. If you like strong heroines, kind-hearted heroes, and a dash of suspense, then you'll adore A.M. Kusi's uplifting tale. Buy The Orchard Inn to watch a couple heal with love today! *** Complete series. HEA guaranteed. No cheating.***

Genre: Black & African American

Two Parts Sugar, One Part Murder: Sneak Peek by Valerie Burns (Kensington Cozies) (131 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition of this delectable new cozy mystery series. Social media maven Maddy Montgomery's perfectly 'grammable life has come undone, and she's #StartingOver in a tiny town with one giant problem -- a killer on the loose... When Maddy Montgomery's groom is a no-show to their livestream wedding, it's a disaster that no amount of filtering can fix. But a surprise inheritance offers a chance to regroup and rebrand -- as long as Maddy is willing to live in her late, great-aunt Octavia's house in New Bison, Michigan, for a year, running her bakery and caring for a 250-pound English mastiff named Baby. Maddy doesn't bake, and her Louboutins aren't made for walking giant dogs around Lake Michigan, but the locals are friendly and the scenery is beautiful. With help from her aunt's loyal friends, aka the Baker Street Irregulars, Maddy feels ready to tackle any challenge, including Octavia's award-winning cake recipes. That is, until New Bison's mayor is fatally stabbed, and Maddy's fingerprints are found on the knife... Something strange is going on in New Bison. It seems Aunt Octavia had her suspicions, too. But Maddy's going to need a whole lot more than a trending hashtag to save her reputation -- and her life.

Genre: Black & African American

Mash Up (Love & Reggae Book 1) by Nia Arthurs (81 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Music is his life. Until he meets Izzy. When it comes to music, Jace Kelly lives by his own rules. He's a talented, reggae-jamming, non-weed smoking white boy. Reggae is imprinted in his identity and, despite his parent's disappointment, Jace can't stop the reggae jam. He's focused on making it big and nothing can distract him. Until he meets her. Izzy Daniels is one of a kind. She's gorgeous and smart and has the biting wit of a girl twice her age. Jace knows that what he feels for her is love... he just has to convince Izzy to let him prove it. Can this ambitious guitar player sweep Izzy off her feet? Or will his skin color forever keep his audience--and Izzy--from taking him seriously? Mash Up is a BWWM, young adult romance set in Belize. If you like heart-tugging heroines, a band that's like family, and tender young romance, you'll love this story. MASH UP was previously published as 'AMID THE NOISE'.

Genre: Black & African American

In the Face of the Sun: Sneak Peek by Denny S. Bryce (8 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition of Denny S. Bryce's riveting new historical saga. A candy-apple red Ford Mustang is parked outside my building. Unmistakable. My Aunt Daisy, the driver, is an audacious woman that no one in our family actually speaks to. They only speak about her -- and not glowingly. Still, she is part of my escape plan... 1928, Los Angeles: The newly-built Hotel Somerville is the hotspot for the city's glittering African-American elite. It embodies prosperity and dreams of equality for all -- especially Daisy Washington. An up-and-coming journalist, Daisy anonymously chronicles fierce activism and behind-the-scenes Hollywood scandals in order to save her family from poverty. But power in the City of Angels is also fueled by racism, greed, and betrayal. And even the most determined young woman can play too many secrets too far... 1968, Chicago: For Frankie Saunders, fleeing across America is her only escape from an abusive husband. But her rescuer is her reckless, profane Aunt Daisy, still reeling from her own shattered past. Frankie doesn't want to know what her aunt is up to so long as Daisy can get her to LA -- and safety. But Frankie finds there's no hiding from long-held secrets -- or her own surprising strength. Daisy will do whatever it takes to settle old scores and resolve the past -- no matter the damage. And Frankie will come up against hard choices in the face of unexpected passion. Both must come to grips with what they need, what they've left behind -- and all that lies ahead... RAVES FOR Wild Women and the Blues "The best kind of historical novel: immersive, mysterious and evocative." -- Ms. magazine "Vibrant... A highly entertaining read!" -- New York Timesbestselling author Ellen Marie Wiseman "The music practically pours out of the pages." -- Oprah Daily

Genre: Black & African American

Re-emergence : Book One of The Surviving The Blaze Series by Copper Smith (Copper Sky Publishing) (25 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

When a mysterious fire scorches the earth and brings the population close to zero, Michael Nash finds himself alone in a world exploding with chaos, violence and lawlessness. His wife is gone, perhaps dead. His friends, family, neighbors have also disappeared, victims of random violence and stray animals that have mutated into savage beasts. And the biggest threat of all: the patrollers. Patrollers are re-animated humans, hand-crafted into unstoppable killing machines. Protected by steel armor and guided by the instructions of their makers, they're on a mission to wipe out the remaining traces of humanity. The only thing in their way is trained army sniper, Michael Nash. But will his sharpshooter skills be enough to save his wife and the rest the humanity? Can Nash's rogue gang of ex-cons and vagrants bring down an army of killer robots?

Genre: Black & African American

STATUS by Jordan Belcher (Felony Books) (862 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

In social media, nothing is what it seems... STATUS by Jordan Belcher Tyesha Fenty is a beautiful 22-year-old mother of one very precocious little girl -- and an unashamed internet addict. Between taking care of her daughter and posting updates about her life via the Web, Tyesha stresses over love and family. The father of her child is a spiritually devout drug dealer named Rodrick Al-Bashir who has a thing for other women. And her mother, Velma Fenty, is a widowed hoarder on the verge of losing her house. Stalking is the least of Tyesha's worries, until one of her social media "friends" starts showing up at her gym, at her job, and at her home. Soon tragedy strikes, and when detectives catch her stalker -- and just as quickly release him -- Tyesha is forced to take matters into her own hands. Be careful what you post... he's watching...

Genre: Black & African American

Dear Morenike: The Sequel to Dear Obajimi by Sharon Abimbola Salu (PublishDrive) (24 Reviews)    Price verified 15 hours ago

Set in the '90s, this sequel to Dear Obajimi is told from the perspective of the missing spouse. In 1998, the same year Morenike writes to her husband, Obajimi pens one long letter in response. His letter examines his own point of view of their marriage, dwelling on issues of identity, love, trust and commitment. Ultimately, he answers the question Morenike, his now estranged wife, asked in her final letter. Told in the voice of the husband, this short story explores the challenges that threaten the fragile relationship of a young African couple. Can there be forgiveness, healing and second chances after abandoning a spouse?

Genre: Black & African American

Magic in the Mud Show: A Historical Fantasy Novella (Neva Freeman) by Nick Wisseman (36 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

A famous circus. A sick elephant. A dead artist encased in wax. What does it all mean? Neva, a bone-bending dancer, isn't sure. But she needs to find out before she ends up in wax herself. Magic in the Mud Show takes place in the Barnum & Bailey circus of 1892. The story was first published in the Winter 2020 issue of The Colored Lens and serves as a prequel to Witch in the White City.

Genre: Black & African American

THAT CRAZY WEEKEND: An Urban/Christian Novel (The Phat Five Book 1) by D.A. Bourne (61 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Teddy is living college life with his newfound faith and girlfriend Janet. He used to be an active clubber and always looked forward to the annual Jam Fest, but his priorities have changed. However, as the Jam Fest weekend is approaching, his four best friends have no idea that Teddy is a Christian. Ajani is a drug dealer trying to leave the lifestyle. Eros is a proud player looking to expand his sexual horizons. Q is looking for a new identity and a solution to save his marriage. And K.J is on a quest to become hip-hop's next star. Although, they are the Phat Five and are about to have a crazy weekend that will change their lives forever.

Genre: Black & African American

The Black Arts Enterprise and the Production of African American Poetry by Howard Rambsy (University of Michigan Press) (9 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The Black Arts Enterprise and the Production of African American Poetry offers a close examination of the literary culture in which the Black Arts Movement's poets (including Amiri Baraka, Nikki Giovanni, Sonia Sanchez, Larry Neal, Haki Madhubuti, Carolyn Rodgers, and others) operated and of the small presses and literary anthologies that first published the movement's authors. The book also describes the role of the Black Arts Movement in reintroducing readers to poets such as Langston Hughes, Robert Hayden, Margaret Walker, and Phillis Wheatley. Focusing on the material production of Black Arts poetry, the book combines genetic criticism with cultural history to shed new light on the period, its publishing culture, and the writing and editing practices of its participants. Howard Rambsy II demonstrates how significant circulation and format of black poetic texts -- not simply their content -- were to the formation of an artistic movement. The book goes on to examine other significant influences on the formation of Black Arts discourse, including such factors as an emerging nationalist ideology and figures such as John Coltrane and Malcolm X.

Genre: Black & African American

Kisses in the Moonlight (Give Me the Night Book 1) by Liane Spicer (Oxford & Pembroke) (24 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

Run, Naeva, Run! Leaving her island home and fleeing to Miami to escape a man who has a yen to kill her should have simplified life for Naeva, but her new normal is anything but... Wracked by nightmares and seeing an assailant behind every shadow, she feels the net tighten. Who is the man hiding in the darkness watching her every move? What is the secret her new lover is guarding? Is the danger back on the island -- or is it much, much closer? With compelling characters, brooding suspense and desperate passion, this dark contemporary romance will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. GIVE ME THE NIGHT is the follow up to Liane Spicer's bestselling debut novel, CAFÉ AU LAIT (Dorchester Publishing, Montlake Romance).

Genre: Black & African American

Nickel City Sanctuary: A Gideon Rimes Short Story by Gary Earl Ross (SEG Publishing) (119 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

"Dirty politics. Police coercion. And scandal. This series has captivated me!" Meet Gideon Rimes, an Iraq-war vet and army detective turned Private Investigator. Returning a kid separated from his family at the border should have been an easy task. Too bad Gideon left his Baby Glock in his gun safe back in New York... (Publisher's Note: This is a short story in the Gideon Rimes mystery series.)

Genre: Black & African American

Siren (The Cambion Rider Chronicles) by Fannie Price (Platinum Dragon Publishing) (21 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Needing to save her cousin, Sigmund Greer, from a siren's deadly poison, Veronica 'Roni' Sykes, must go outside the law and track the creature to its lair in the city of Chicago. Read the short story that kicks off the Cambion Rider Chronicle series.

Genre: Black & African American

A Heated Encounter (Café au Lait Book 1) by Liane Spicer (Oxford & Pembroke) (42 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

When Shari runs away to the sultry Caribbean island of Trinidad in search of rest, relaxation, and maybe even a little no-strings romance, what she doesn't expect to find there is a stubborn, sexy man determined to make her face the things she desperately wants to forget. Why is Michael so intrigued by a woman whose icy attitude seems designed to discourage any man who tries to get too close? Her plan is to love him, leave him, and return to the life she left on hold. But Michael doesn't give up easily, and he'll use every tool in his sensual arsenal, every moment of each heated tropical night to convince Shari that her place is on the island... and that his heart belongs to her.

Genre: Black & African American

Publishing Blackness: Textual Constructions of Race Since 1850 (Editorial Theory And Literary Criticism) by George Hutchinson (University of Michigan Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 15 hours ago

From the white editorial authentication of slave narratives, to the cultural hybridity of the Harlem Renaissance, to the overtly independent publications of the Black Arts Movement, to the commercial power of Oprah's Book Club, African American textuality has been uniquely shaped by the contests for cultural power inherent in literary production and distribution. Always haunted by the commodification of blackness, African American literary production interfaces with the processes of publication and distribution in particularly charged ways. An energetic exploration of the struggles and complexities of African American print culture, this collection ranges across the history of African American literature, and the authors have much to contribute on such issues as editorial and archival preservation, canonization, and the "packaging" and repackaging of black-authored texts. Publishing Blackness aims to project African Americanist scholarship into the discourse of textual scholarship, provoking further work in a vital area of literary study.

Genre: Black & African American

The Cougarette (The Cougarette Series Book 1) by Eliza David (Hampton Estates Press) (181 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

After her husband of twenty years falls in love with someone else, PR exec Cecelia 'CeeCee' Banks is forced to reinvent her life post-divorce. Between career shakeups, raising a teenage son and the news that her ex plans to remarry soon, CeeCee is juggling her new reality with grace, laughter and a little more alcohol than usual. CeeCee catches one of her life's sexiest curveballs in the form of Jay Weston. A promising artist, Jay brings out a passion in CeeCee that she hasn't felt in years. He is everything her ex wasn't: ambitious, sensual, exciting... and twenty-five. CeeCee is tested the day a click of a paparazzo's camera brings her professional and personal lives into a tabloid tailspin. After ZMT officially coins her as 'The Cougarette', CeeCee becomes a media sensation overnight. Her reputation is in shambles, her career is thrown into limbo and her own hip-hop star client betrays her in a hit song! Worst of all is the damage it has done to her relationship with Jay, whose mysterious backstory finds itself entangled in CeeCee's drama in a way neither of them ever could have imagined. With the help of her no-nonsense BFF/manager/unpaid life coach Laney, CeeCee attempts to dig herself out of this self-created chaos and maintain at least a shred of dignity. Will she be able to keep her life running smoothly, career and love life intact? Maybe - if she could just stop waking up in random hotel rooms.

Genre: Black & African American

Will of the Mischief Maker: An Old Gods Story (Orishas Among Mortals Book 1) by Antoine Bandele (Bandele Books) (83 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

What happens when a deity needs a human body? They go to the source, of course. Eshu the Trickster needs a mortal form for his mischievous plans, but the only other Orisha who can help him swore off the practice ages ago. It will take careful scheming to convince the Original Architect to come out of retirement. Any misstep and Eshu will be thrown from the Sky Realm. What's worse, Eshu hasn't visited the heavens for several centuries. Would his former comrade even be the same? How can Eshu persuade someone he barely knows anymore? Find out in this prequel short story to The Gatekeeper's Staff, a young adult fantasy based on the West African mythology of the Orishas.

Genre: Black & African American