Pistol and Zynovia are back and trying to live their best lives off the radar. But that soon proves to be hard to do when you have a persistent detective determined to bring them down. After a Valentine’s night of heated romance interrupted by detective Crimson, Pistol is determined to put an end to all the harassment by any means necessary. ​ As always Zynovia is there to hold her man down throughout it all. But when Pistol’s street life starts to interfere with her home, Zynovia is torn between staying and fighting for her marriage or taking her kids and leaving the man she’s ...

First love. Second chances. Is it possible the second time around is better than the first time?​ Running away from guilt nine years ago sent Valencia in the arms of pursuing higher education living in another city. She learns to cope with the loss of making the wrong decision led by selfishness. Valencia doesn't allow depression to settle, but instead chooses to experience life to the fullest without Lorenz, her first love. While having a life of her own, relationships teach her that having a kept secret can only get you so far.​ Going back home is always a good thing, unless you’re ...

Grieving the loss of her mother, Sundai returns home to plan a funeral and finds solace in the unlikeliest of places—Bryce, her mother’s neighbor. As they navigate the delicate dance of grief and unexpected connection, Sundai grapples with guilt for falling for Bryce during such a somber time. To complicate matters, Bryce’s Brother, Lucas, starts spreading vicious rumors about Sundai, fueled by jealousy. His motives are confirmed to be the product of his desire for her. Faced with the turmoil of emotions and the hurtful rumors, Sundai decides to distance herself and returns home. ...

Lust can feel like the strongest emotion ever…that pulse, that thumping, that longing for kisses down low can drive a woman to do crazy things. But how crazy is too crazy? It’s easy to be a glutton for lust, for all those late nights and early mornings that make your toes curl, but what happens when love is that one irresistible thing you’re a glutton for? Greed can lead a woman to some of the darkest places, but it’s all worth it when it’s in the name of love, right? Would it still be worth it if that love didn’t love you back, though? Lust can make a person do some of the ...

In 19th century Louisiana, a small-town girl chases her dream of becoming a designer and boutique owner. Leaving her family and everything else behind, she becomes the first black dress shop owner in New Orleans. A racially motivated incident makes a devastating blow to all she’s built in such short amount of time. While seeking help, she runs into James, a handsome, well-bred lawyer that is instantly smitten with her. Devin believes she’s much too busy building a successful business to be entangled with a love interest, especially a white Frenchman. As a former Civil War soldier, ...

In this cold, scheming ass world, whose really got you? Nazareth is a rowdy teen trying to take care of his family and carve out his place in Philly’s seedy underworld. Crime has been this young man’s way of life since he was a kid, so he feels right at home, knee deep in blood. That is until Ciani comes along and changes his perspective on life. Ciani is a feisty, young, gifted black girl ready to save the world one kid at a time. Although not a fan of breaking the law, it still doesn’t stop her from making money the sleazy way. Once the two enter each other’s worlds, things are ...

There comes a time when you have to stop running… Losing her parents in a car accident years ago, Kay decides to stop running from her problems. She returns home to live with her grandmother after graduating from college and takes a summer job as a caregiver. The patient is a ruthless, bitter, uncouth drunk. Soon, she meets the nephew and he’s breathtaking. As the two spend their days together, they unexpectedly develop a bond despite the tense atmosphere. Unbeknownst to her, she helplessly falls in love with the nephew who’s hired her to take care of his uncle. And go after what you ...

Sapphire Wright has been dealt a bad hand. A week before Valentine’s, her fiancé kicks her out into the freezing cold. Two cold lonely nights she spends in front of Chandler’s Hotel. One night, her life changes in the blink of an eye. Lincoln ‘Linc’ Chandler stumbles upon Sapphire when he gets back in town from a business meeting. One look at the beautiful creation before him, and he knew he needed to help. In a short time, the two fall for each other. In this steamy, passion-filled tale, two souls will be snatched and connected. **Disclaimer** This is a short story!

Growing up, Aaliyah was the girl that every boy wanted, but Rashad was able to snatch her up and make her his. She was smart, beautiful, and made her own money. After being in a relationship for a couple of years, things started to change. After Rashad stood her up, Aaliyah knew that he was hiding something from her. Her friends Nykee, Elena, and Shaunie always told her that he was no good and that he would break her heart, but she did not listen. After receiving an unexpected phone call and text message, she found out something about her man that would devastate her. Will she forgive ...

Derrick and Lorraine Caine were childhood sweethearts entwined by an innocent friendship and forever longed for each other. For Derrick, she was the only woman he had his eyes set on, no other woman had his love, admiration, or even kindle his lust like Lorraine for they were inseparable. But in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, it is very easy to be swayed into the arms of another. Then Derricks stumbles upon an estranged lover and that’s when his whole life begins to change. However, arguments, separation, and loss sever the ties that confined the two young lovers. Now Derrick at a mental ...

Kareem’s Story: “I went from being on top of the world to the bottom of the barrel in one shot. When I had nothing left, I had Nasirah. Except...things are different now. I'm different as I don't want to go through the cycle that's plagued my life. And the more I lean on Nasirah...the more I'm seeing & feeling an end to my suffering.” Nasirah’s Story: “It wasn't supposed to be this way. I only let Kareem stay with me until he got himself together. I didn't need any of his drama while trying to raise my baby boy alone. But the longer he stayed, the more I got to know the real ...

Do you believe in love at first sight? Well, neither does Naisan “Milli” Kincaid. He barely believes in love at all. For some reason, that’s hard for the people around him to understand. Especially considering he was born on Valentine’s Day. While lovers all over the world bond on his special day, he uses it to pick up vulnerable hearts hoping for a chance with him at the annual bash thrown by his family. That’s until he meets Kenya. When he unexpectedly gets a chance to spend that day with her, she’s able to change his whole perspective on a lot of things. Maybe even including ...

Seventeen-year-old Camryn Piers has only one goal in mind: graduate high school and get as far away from Monroe as she possibly can. Camryn has a vision for her young life, and it doesn’t involve getting caught up like most of her peers. She wants to become a Journalist and one day write a best-selling novel or two. Camryn’s a good girl who only wants the best for herself and works hard to achieve her goals without the distraction of boys and the issues that come with them. She was perfectly fine being the single virgin who never had a boyfriend in her life. In walks Aasim, or Ace, as ...

Michael St. John II loves women and women love him. Even though his two best friends, James Thomas, and Matthew Phillips II married and fathers, he has no intentions of following in their footsteps. When he met Tamara Walker, Dianna, James’ wife best friend, she was the first women he had ever met who was just like him. Tamara loves men and men love her. She did not want to be in a relationship with anyone and she and Michael became the best of friends when James and Dianna have major drama in their lives before marrying. Bonding with each other while going through the family crisis made ...

In the mindset of Genesis Dupree, she’s more than a side chick being engaged to her married fiancé. After five long years of loving Roderick James, their relationship became predictable and comfortable. Now Genesis is ready for more, which puts her ultimatum in motion. Will Roderick give up the perks from his current marriage to spend every holiday with his side chick/fiancée? Will Genesis figure out precisely what she deserves as she reflects on what happened to her in her past to understand her future? Buckle up! This standalone gives a turbulent ride, devious surprises, and maybe a ...