From the New York Times bestselling author of Big Girls Do Cry comes
a deliciously provocative new page-turner starring plus-sized diva Loraine
Farrow, and the two men in her life. . .
One of Richmond, Virginia's
hottest, most successful women, Loraine Farrow is finally putting the
relationship drama behind her. There's nothing she wants more than to
settle down with her husband, Leon, and focus on her marriage. Trouble
is, her ex-lover, Michael, isn't about to let her go so easily.
But things aren't so simple with Leon either. He's dealing with
painful issues from his childhood--and some of them are starting to surface
in the bedroom. Leon's seeing a therapist, but what he's uncovering
could destroy their marriage for good--unless Michael does it first.
The short time Michael spent with Loraine was the happiest he's
ever known, and he's fired up about winning her back. The question is,
if he does win her back, how long will he be willing to deal with being
Loraine's second string?
When times were hard, Jerome could
always count on his best friend Loraine, but now that their friendship
is strained, he's left alone to deal with Peter, a psychopathic stalker
who will stop at nothing to destroy Jerome.
Taking us on a passion-filled
wild ride, here is a gripping novel of four indomitable people torn
between love and lust, secrets and lies--and the momentous decisions
they must ultimately make. . .
CARL WEBER is the New York Times
bestselling author of over a dozen novels and short stories. A life-long
reader, Weber wanted to write stories about ordinary people who have
crazy things happen in their lives. Now, when he's not connecting with
readers through his books and his two book store chains, Urban Knowledge
and Beach Reads, Weber is finding new talent for his publishing company,
Urban Books.
In the acclaimed
A Life for a Life, Ernest Hill created an unforgettably candid story
of violence, love, and redemption with teenaged D'Ray Reid at its center.
Now, with his jail time behind him, D'Ray has returned home to find
that the real fight for survival is only beginning…
Everyone
was shocked when Mr. Henry took D'Ray Reid under his wing. After all,
Mr. Henry's real son, Stanley, was murdered by D'Ray--a crime D'Ray committed
to save his brother, Little Man. Yet in the years since, Mr. Henry has
tried to show D'Ray how to become the man Stanley would never be.
After Mr. Henry's death, D'Ray seeks out his own mother, Mira, hoping
to rebuild their broken relationship. But D'Ray's homecoming is more
tumultuous than expected. Arrested for a crime he didn't commit, Little
Man has escaped and is in hiding. Mira blames D'Ray for Little Man's
troubled history, but she has her own secrets to hide. And putting
things right will mean uncovering a legacy of lies and hidden
agendas, and realizing the only way to be free of the past is to
stand tall and confront it at last. . .
Praise for the novels of Ernest Hill
"If novels offer us a way of seeing the world that we could not
imagine before, A Life for a Life does just that." --The Times-Picayune
"An exceptional
literary piece that some readers will compare to Richard Wright's
Native Son." --Booklist on Satisfied with Nothin'
"As the
story unfolds these unforgettable characters come to full,
sympathetic life." --Publishers
Weekly on A Person of Interest
Hang on to your seat as Pat G'Orge-Walker spins a hilarious, inspiring
novel of mistakes and second chances, heartache and love, sin and salvation.
. .
Appearances mean everything to Delilah Dupree Jewel. So after
hearing of her daughter-in-law's sudden death, Delilah decides that
coming to the rescue of her long estranged son, Jessie, and her granddaughter,
Tamara, would be a good look . . . though Lord knows she'll have to
dig hard to find her maternal instincts.
But Delilah quickly
discovers Jessie wants nothing to do with her. And Tamara, who's following
in Delilah's musical footsteps, isn't interested in her career advice,
especially since Delilah got ahead using the singing couch. And Delilah's
old flame Deacon Pillar, an ex-convict who's traded in his gangster
ways for a Bible, is stirring up a past that's sure to shock. Now, all
Delilah knows is that she'd better hold on to her faith, 'cause she
needs God now more than ever. . . .
PRAISE FOR PAT G'ORGE-WALKER
"Ms. Walker pens a tale so funny that you'll fall out of your chair
laughing, and so poignantly realistic that you'll wipe tears from
your eyes. . . a must-read." --Angela Benson on Cruisin' on Desperation
"Christian comedy fiction at its best." --Library Journal
New York Times bestselling author Mary
B. Morrison hooks readers with this compelling novel featuring
basketball star Darius Jones. He has it all—but when a tragic accident
turns his world upside down, he’ll have to fight to get back on top of
his game…
Darius Jones is living the good life. He’s got a chance to become the
league’s most valuable player, he’s crazy in love with his wife, and his
relationship with his
mom has never been better. But just when Darius thinks
everything’s going right, a drunk driver slams into his car, leaving his
wife, Fancy, in a coma with a slim chance of surviving.
Ashlee Anderson, the mother of Darius’ son,
immediately files for custody, claiming his demanding schedule and
emotional tragedy make him an unfit father. When Ashlee is granted
temporary custody, a heartbroken Darius struggles to balance keeping his
head in the game, sitting by his wife’s side, and winning back his son.
But a stalker groupie convinces him to escape his sorrows for just one
night. . . . He doesn’t realize his sexiest fanhas much more in
store for her obsession—and she’ll do whatever it takes to ensure Darius
becomes her man and Fancy doesn’t leave the hospital
alive.
With his life quickly unraveling, Darius must
gamble all he’s worked for to save his wife, reclaim his son, and stop
one night of pleasure with a madwoman from becoming a lifetime of pain .
. . .
New York Times bestselling author Mary B. Morrison believes that
women should shape their own destiny. Born in Aurora, IL, and raised in
New Orleans, LA, she took a chance and quit her near six-figure
government job to self-publish her first book, Soulmates Dissipate,
in 2000 and begin her literary career. Mary’s books have appeared on
numerous bestseller lists, and she’s a frequent contributor to The
Michael Baisden Show. Mary is also actively involved in a variety of
philanthropic endeavors, and in 2006 she sponsored the publishing of an
anthology written by 33 sixth-graders. Mary currently resides in
Oakland, CA, not far from her wonderful son Jesse, who is following in
his mother’s creative footsteps and pursuing a career in TV/film. Visit
Mary online at
www.marymorrison.com.
In Lutishia
Lovely’s page-turning new novel, a scandalized church congregation
enlists a new leader to heal the fallout of their fallen pastor—but they
may be out of the frying pan and into the fire…
Still reeling from the disgrace their former
pastor left in his wake, members of Gospel Truth Church need
someone who can restore order. Enter Reverend
Doctor Pastor Bishop Overseer Mister Stanley Obadiah Meshach Brook, Jr.,
who quickly sets up a code of ethics so strict even Jesus might not pass
muster! When the new rules send much of the flock fleeing, Reverend
Doctor O turns to Reverend Stanley Lee and his wife, Passion, to lead a
revival.
But the church isn't the only thing that
needs reviving—so does Stanley’s libido. Passion was celibate for five
years before marrying, and is not happy that her husband’s lackluster
wedding night performance has become the rule, not the exception.
Desperate to make her marriage work, Passion turns to Reverend Doctor
O’s wife, Maxine, for advice. But Maxine is busy trying to clean out the
skeletons in her own marital closet—because even the holiest have
secrets…
“The scintillating brew of sex, faith and sharp humor will have
Lovely’s fans breathless for more.” —Publishers Weekly on A
Preacher’s Passion
"Vibrant characters, artful storytelling, and an original voice make Lutishia Lovely worth every moment.” —Donna Hill
Gorgeous, sophisticated, and successful, Tamia is a sister that can’t be
stopped. With her career as an attorney on the rise, and her millionaire
boyfriend about to propose—Tamia has it all. But then she meets Malik, a
sexy Harlem brother who pushes all her buttons, and makes Tamia
second-guess everything in her life. Love struck for this bad boy with a
cause, Tamia’s on a mission to convince Malik to stop playing hard to
get and come along for the ride.
Meanwhile, since she married a pastor, Troy has gone from smokin’ hottie
to Bible-quoting church lady. Everyone thinks Troy is happy until some
dirty secrets turn Troy’s life—and marriage—upside down.
As the wife of a pro basketball player and mother of three, Tasha has
traded her fabulous big city life for the suburbs. Bored and starving
for some action, Tasha’s desires spin out of control, and she finds that
being the new “It Girl” has its drawbacks.
Funny and soulful, Playing Hard to Get is a novel of passion,
friendship, and finding yourself without losing everything you love.
Praise for Grace Octavia
“Funny and sexy.” —Essence® on Take Her Man
“Octavia weaves an extraordinary tale.” --Romantic Times on
His First Wife
Honey Thomas once made her living as a tough-talking prostitute and
madam, but those days are long gone. Now, Honey runs a counseling center
that helps women get off the streets. The best part is her new life is
being bankrolled by money stolen from her ex-pimp, Valentino James. But
Valentino wants his money back, and he’s willing to kill Honey to get
it. Now Honey has to figure out what’s important, what she can do
without, and who she needs in her life to discover the happiness she
deserves.
“Hot times in Atlanta keep Morrison’s erotic Honey Diaries blazing.” —Publishers
Weekly
“Mix dirty red drama, relationship scandals, suspense, love and you get
my girl Mary B. Morrison.” —Vickie Stringer
From New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe comes a
poignant and passionate new novel featuring lifelong friends Annette
Goode Davis and Rhoda O’Toole–two women whose best intentions don’t
always yield the best results. This time around, Annette is devastated
when one of her greatest fears comes true—and there may be nothing she
can do about it. . .
Even though her life has its ups and downs, Annette Goode Davis feels
lucky to have a family who loves her and friends she can count on. Most
of all, Annette is grateful that her husband Pee Wee took her back after
he discovered she was having an affair. Now, she’s determined to do
whatever it takes to make her marriage work. The trouble is, while Pee
Wee agreed to give Annette another chance, she’s not sure his heart is
really in it.
Annette goes out of her way to keep Pee Wee as happy as pie, but it
never seems to be enough. Rhoda is quick to point out that Annette got
herself into this mess; now she has to be patient until Pee Wee forgives
her. But time may be running out.
Her suspicions are confirmed when Pee Wee moves out—and in with his new
lady. Annette takes the news hard and so does her daughter Charlotte,
who seems hell-bent on keeping her mother on edge by hanging out with a
wild new crowd.
Annette isn’t going to let her family go without a fight. But she also
knows she must prepare for the worst—because one lesson she’s learned
all too well is that when life kicks you in the teeth, you have to come
out swinging.
“Monroe is a masterful storyteller.” —Philadelphia Inquirer
Bestselling author and literary icon E. Lynn Harris captivated millions
of readers with his powerful, groundbreaking stories of black men
searching for love in a taboo world. Now three outstanding writers and
friends honor the late author with this trio of original novellas in the
genre E. Lynn helped create—each accompanied by a special personal
tribute remembering the important role he played in their lives. Evoking
the hope, romance, and complexity of this gifted writer, this unique
collection will serve as a living legacy for fans old and new.
“A creative way to pay homage to a writer who paved the way for so many
other authors…something I’m sure E. Lynn would have appreciated.” –ZANE,
New York Times Bestselling Author
Terrance Dean is the author of the Essence® bestselling memoir
Hiding in Hip Hop as well as Reclaim Your Power! He has
worked in the entertainment industry for many years as a producer and is
the founder/creator of Men’s Empowerment, Inc.
James Earl Hardy was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and is an
honors graduate of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism.
He is the author of the bestselling B-Boy Blues series, including
Love the One You’re With, A House is Not a Home, and a short
story collection, The Freak Filez: An Erotic Anthology
Stanley Bennett Clay is the author of three novels: Diva, In
Search of Pretty Young Black Men, and Looker. A former editor
for both Black Beat and SBC Magazine, he is also an
award-winning playwright and actor.
The Chases are rich, powerful, and used to getting everything they want.
But this privileged African-American dynasty is about to discover that
even billions can’t buy happiness—or keep trouble outside their gilded
gates. . .
Carter Chase is engaged to be married, but he’s still not over his
ex-fiancée, Avery. And while Avery can’t seem to resist Carter’s charm
in the bedroom, she’s terrified by his threats to take their daughter
away from her. After all, Avery knows she can’t win a fight against the
influential Chase family. . .
In the meantime, Carter’s brother, Michael, is embroiled in his own
drama, consumed with guilt over the pain he caused his now ex-wife
Kimberly. Six months after granting her a divorce, Michael wants her
back. But it may take a tragedy to reunite them. . .
The Chase men aren’t the only ones struggling with matters of the heart.
Oldest daughter Leigh thinks she’s done with dating—until she meets
black Republican senator Max Cody. The last thing Leigh wants is another
high-profile affair, but she finds herself falling for Max anyway. Leigh
vowed to avoid another scandal for her family—but when you’re a Chase,
that kind of promise is impossible to keep. . .
Praise for Angela Winters
“Winters has created a family of nasty, horrid manipulators with few
morals and lots of power. It’s a guilty pleasure to watch them squirm.”—The
Tennessee Tribune on View Park
“Entertaining. . . The pacing is fast and the drama unrelenting.” —Publishers
Weekly on Never Enough
The newest member of Followers of Jesus Faith Worship Center stirs up
more troubles than blessings when he decides to rededicate his life to
God. . .
As the son of a well-known minister, Clarence Walker knows his decision
to leave his father’s flock and join Pastor George Landris’s mega-church
ministry is a controversial one. But little does he suspect it will
ignite a firestorm of revelations that will shake the heart of the
congregation—and his very own family. . .
From a long-buried secret that will bring the paternity of not one, but
two women, to light, to a parishioner whose long awaited love match may
be thwarted by resistance from an unexpected source, hidden truths are
coming to the surface. But most shocking of all is that Clarence’s own
father, Reverend Marshall Walker, may not be the pious figure he claims
to be. And since evidence of his transgressions lies in the hands of his
arch nemesis, it’s only a matter of time before Reverend Walker’s
life—and his church—falls like a house of cards.
Perceptive, moving, and emotional, Vanessa Davis Griggs once again
celebrates church life with its triumphs, tragedies, and all-too-human
mistakes—proving that without truth, there can be no light. . .
Maxine Shaw is headed for trouble when she finds herself caught between
lust and the law…
Sexy, straight shooter Maxine Shaw is a federal parole officer, but she
strays from the rules when she hooks up with seriously fine parolee Seth
Richardson. Maxine’s even willing to look the other way on Seth’s drug
dealing ’cause he’s letting her use some of his money to start her
business. But when Seth’s former ride-or-die chick Samantha returns home
after doing time, Maxine discovers that two women fighting over one man
is a real sticky situation…
“Kiki captures the heat of the streets.” —Wahida Clark
Two women who’ve been through just about everything together are about
to find out if there are some things forever friends can’t fix…
Annette Goode Davis is a survivor. Life’s obstacles have often knocked
her down, but she’s never stayed there for long. To Annette, it’s all
about family and old friends like Rhoda O’Toole. And right now, Annette
needs all the friends she can get…because her marriage is in big
trouble, and she has no idea why…
Lately, Annette’s husband Pee Wee barely has the time of day for her.
Desperate to regain his affections, Annette goes on a crash diet, gets a
makeover, and looks hotter than she has in a long, long time. Everyone
notices—except Pee Wee. So when handsome Louis Baines showers her with
attention, Annette finds herself embroiled in a full-blown affair and
spending money on Louis like there’s no tomorrow. But when she learns a
terrible secret about her new lover, she realizes she’s in way over her
head. Soon Annette must face the fact that she may have destroyed the
life she loved—and this time, not even Rhoda can help her make things
right...
“Monroe is a masterful storyteller.” —Philadelphia Inquirer
From the author of The People Next Door comes a smart, sexy new
novel that peeks behind the curtains of one very complicated Florida
cul-de-sac, where the neighbors are a little too close for comfort...
Suzanne and Brad Betancourt have a lot to
be grateful for—their home, their children, and each other. They’ve even
survived the fact that Brad’s ex-wife lives next door and Suzanne’s
intrusive mother and siblings are just down the road. But Suzanne’s
confidence unravels at Brad’s fiftieth birthday blowout, when young,
voluptuous, neighbor Micheline brings a specially wrapped gift: herself.
Suddenly, Suzanne feels like she’s the one having the midlife crisis…
Hoping to impress Brad, and ease family
troubles that are already straining their relationship, Suzanne goes
into business with a friend. But the endeavor stretches her too thin,
leaving Brad hurt and alienated. Soon he begins to distance himself from
her—moving right into the waiting arms of Micheline, who is all too
ready to ditch her own husband.
Now, with marriages on the line across the
neighborhood, Suzanne and Brad will have to question their notion of
loyalty to one another—and to themselves.
Praise
For The Novels Of Bettye Griffin “Fear and joy practically leap off the pages. A well-written story
you will hate to see end.” —Romantic Times on Once Upon a Project
“A compelling drama about three families striving for the American
dream.”—Booklist on If These Walls Could Talk
Part Terry McMillan, part Candice Dow, Deidre Berry dazzles with
this witty and down-to-earth novel brimming with eccentric
characters and the hijinks that ensue when a pampered woman’s
lifestyle is dramatically changed.
For the past two years, Eva Cantrell has been living the high life.
The pampered girlfriend of a wealthy businessman, Eva has become so
accustomed to exotic vacations and shopping sprees that she can
scarcely remember what it’s like to struggle or want for anything.
However, her world comes crashing down around her when her sugar
daddy is busted for shady business practices, and faces a long stint
in prison.
With the gravy train permanently derailed, Eva is forced to reinvent
herself. In the process, she goes on a soul-searching journey where
she crosses paths with an array of eccentric characters, and
ultimately finds love where she least expects it.
PRAISE FOR THE NEXT BEST THING
“Berry’s debut chronicles the life of sassy Tori Carter, a jilted
bride who is somewhat bitter and hard on men. Sure, she has issues,
but readers will be able to relate to them—and they'll look forward
to her next novel.” —RT Book Reviews
“Delightful...a clever mix of zany characters, humor, and heart.” —Lutishia
Lovely, author of A Preacher’s Passion
Deidre Berry grew up in a picture-book town in Kansas where she
began writing stories of her own. With a lifelong dream to share the
power of words, she also writes short stories, screenplays, and
poetry. Away from the computer, Deidre zealously pursues her
passions for fine dining, reading, cooking, and shopping, and is
also a die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fan who enjoys hosting game day
parties for her family and friends. She lives in Kansas City with
her husband, Richard.
In this dazzling and bold debut that cuts to the heart of modern
relationships, Paula T. Renfroe introduces two thirty-something best
friends, each dealing with a different side of infidelity.
Aminah and Langston are best friends who have found themselves in a
dilemma. When Aminah learns that Langston is having a sexless but
very emotional affair, she’s forced to look at her own relationship
and examine whether she’s confused loyalty and forgiveness with
simply tolerating unfaithfulness.
Convinced it’s only cheating if she gets caught, Langston is sure
she can balance her good marriage with an emotional tryst. When the
affair becomes dangerously physical, Langston must weigh stability
against the thrills and risks of passion. And Aminah must finally
choose between keeping her family and friendship intact, and
maintaining her self-respect.
Thought provoking, steamy, and insightful, The Cheating Curve
explores issues of sex, family, parenting, and infidelity in a story
that is at once vividly realistic and thoroughly entertaining.
ADVANCE PRAISE FOR PAULA T. RENFROE
"A fearless depiction of female sexuality, The Cheating Curve,
careens at break-neck speeds while maintaining deft insight into its
characters. Paula T. Renfroe cannily layers her heroines with fierce
loyalty, unbridled consumerism, occasional hubris and a great deal
of heart. This is a thoroughly addictive read." —Mary H.K. Choi,
features editor of Giant magazine
"Hot and steamy but stirred with subtle nuance, Paula T. Renfroe's
novel debut explores the dangers of desire and the complexity of
infidelity with care, candor and captivating prose." —Elliott Wilson
co-author of Ego Trip's Rap List and Ego Trip's Big Book Of Racism
Paula Renfroe has been a lifestyle editor for XXL magazine, the
managing editor for The Source magazine and a journalist who has
written for Vibe, Vixen, King, Rides, Hip Hop Soul, and TimeOut New
York. She is also the co-author of Textured Tresses: The Ultimate
Guide to Maintaining and Styling Natural Hair (Touchstone/ Fireside
2004). She is currently the project manager at BET News.
From the tremendously talented New York Times and Essence®
bestselling author Mary Monroe comes the powerful story of two
lifelong friends, their secrets and lies, and the new challenge that
may divide them once and for all!
With a lovely home and family, Annette Goode finally has it all.
Heaven knows she paid her dues—from an abusive childhood to a rocky
start as an adult. Annette’s friend Rhoda knows too, for Rhoda has
been both her savior and her greatest fear. Their relationship has
survived some serious shake-ups. But now that things are good,
someone apparently thinks they’re a little too good.
When Annette receives an anonymous—and menacing—birthday gift, it’s
just the beginning of a slew of hostile letters, vicious phone
calls, and vile packages from a female who is obviously disguising
her voice. Comforted by Rhoda and Rhoda’s teenage daughter, Jade,
Annette hopes the problem will somehow disappear. But when the
threats extend to her child, Annette realizes the situation is dire.
For soon her tormentor reveals exactly what she wants—and how it
could destroy everything Annette has built…
PRAISE FOR MARY MONROE “Monroe is a masterful storyteller.” —Philadelphia Inquirer
“Reminiscent of Zora Neale Hurston.” —Publishers Weekly
“Watch out Toni Morrison, there is a new sister in town.” —Rapport
Mary Monroe is the New York Times bestselling author of God Ain’t
Blind, The Company We Keep, She Had It Coming, Deliver Me From Evil,
God Don’t Play, In Sheep’s Clothing, Red Light Wives, God Still
Don’t Like Ugly, Gonna Lay Down My Burdens, God Don’t Like Ugly, The
Upper Room, and the novella “Nightmare in Paradise” in Borrow
Trouble. An avid traveler, Mary currently lives in Oakland,
California.
In this unforgettable collection of
interconnected novellas from four of today’s
hottest African-American authors, four
young, hip, beautiful women in a Harlem
brownstone discover they have more in common
than their address.
Dior is a woman with a taste for the finer
things in life. So far she’s got the job and
the apartment. Now she needs the man, and
she hopes she’s met him on the Internet.
She’ll find out on Valentine’s Day. Party
promoter Tamara is opening a hot new
club—and hoping to break her family’s
tradition of failed marriages. But is dating
three different men the best strategy? Cloe
is a BAP on the career track. But just as
she’s up for a big promotion, her boyfriend
gives her an ultimatum. And casting director
Mona-Lisa avoids relationships.
But when a tragedy changes her attitude,
she’s compelled to spend a special day with
a man from her past. Yet she’s overlooked
some crucial details.
As these women come together at a local club
on Valentine’s Day, secrets are revealed
that will forever change their lives.
“Four talented authors create one story with
four parts that flow effortlessly
together...quite memorable, and there’s a
lot of laughter.” —RT Book Reviews on
Diamond Playgirls
“The voice of a new generation.” —Karen
Quinones Miller on Daaimah S. Poole
Daaimah S. Poole was born and raised in
Philadelphia and graduated from Temple
University with a degree in journalism. She
wrote her first novel, Yo Yo Love which
became an Essence® bestseller, at the age of
19.
Miasha worked as a fashion model before
graduating from Temple University with a
degree in Communications.
Deja King is the author of the highly
successful Bitch series and also writes
under the name Joy King.
T. Styles was raised in Houston, Texas. She
learned about street life the hard way—she
lived it—and now pours her experience into
her writing. She now lives in Maryland.
Niobia Bryant will have readers on the
edge of their seats with this sexy and
provocative novel about a group of women who
have one thing in common—their husbands’
betrayal.
Jaime, Renee, and Aria reside with their
spouses in the affluent gated community of
Richmond Hills, New Jersey, where they are
best friends with their sexy, single
neighbor Jessa. Trouble is, Jessa has just
sent them a text message telling them that
she has run away with one of their husbands.
That message opens the door to each of the
women’s unspoken insecurities about their
marriages, as they recall incidents that
hint that their husband is the one.
Loosely based on the classic movie A Letter
to Three Wives, but with plenty of sass and
surprises, Message From a Mistress will keep
readers hooked to the very last page.
PRAISE FOR NIOBIA BRYANT
“The dialogue is credible, the struggles are
emotional and empowering, and the storyline
is memorable and entertaining. Niobia Bryant
has enthralled her readers with another
fast-paced poignant tale…” —Urban Reviews on
Show and Tell
“Live and Learn is a drama-filled,
action-packed, page-turning novel…” —The
RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
Niobia Bryant is the national bestselling
and award-winning author of a dozen “Sexy,
Funny & Oh So Real” novels. Currently she
writes full time, splitting her time between
New Jersey and South Carolina.
In his New York Times bestselling novel Something on the Side, Carl
Weber introduced readers to the scandalous world of the Big Girls
Book Club. In this fast-paced follow-up to that smash hit, the BGBC
has a new chapter in Richmond, Virginia, but the biggest drama isn’t
between the pages, it’s between the members themselves…
Welcome to the Big Girls Book Club, where only one rule applies:
Members must be at least a size 14. Sisters and original BGBC
members Isis and Egypt have left New York for Richmond, where Isis
is happily married and living in the lap of luxury. Her sister Egypt
has moved in to get away from her past, which isn’t easy when her ex
is Isis’s husband, Rashid. Then Isis asks Egypt to make a giant
sacrifice—to become a surrogate and carry her and Rashid’s baby. . .
New BGBC member Loraine Farrow is one of Richmond’s most successful
women, but she has a secret that she feels could ruin her. Jerome is
Loraine’s personal secretary and the only male member of the BGBC.
He’s openly gay and never had a problem with it, until Loraine asks
him to do a favor that will change his life. . .
PRAISE FOR CARL WEBER
“Something on the Side will surprise you over and over again with
plot twists, character curves and stunners all over the place.” —The
Observer
“You’ll fall in love with the members of the Big Girls Book Club…As
he did in previous page-turners, Weber keeps the action moving while
giving us some surprisingly touching moments that will make you
pause just long enough to reach for a tissue.” —Essence® on
Something on the Side
“Weber keeps things tight and funny; readers with a bent for the
bootylicious will certainly want to pick this one up.” —Publishers
Weekly on Something on the Side
“Weber delivers a soap opera-style cautionary tale of promiscuity
and lust . . . twisty and entertaining. This trashy page-turner
should give fans what they want.” —Publishers Weekly on Up to No
Good
“His writing always brings heat—along with multilayered characters,
unexpected twists and a gripping ending. The characters are better
than any soap opera.” —Romantic Times on Up to No Good
Carl Weber is the New York Times bestselling author of Up to No
Good, Something on the Side, The First Lady, So You Call Yourself A
Man, The Preacher’s Son, Player Haters, Lookin’ for Luv, Married
Men, and Baby Momma Drama. He lives in New York.
The Duchess of Street Lit, De’nesha Diamond, Essence® bestselling
author Erick S. Gray, and rising star Nichelle Walker team up for a
gritty, compelling three-novella collection about women who are
dead-set on getting everything they want. . .
DE’NESHA DIAMOND Slippin’
Ex-convict Delvon Jackson is sure there’s no way a high-rolling
woman like Sabrina Walker would give him the time of day. But Delvon
is exactly what Sabrina needs. . .
ERICK S. GRAY Put ‘Em in Their Place
Young, beautiful Cha knows her drug lord father was set up by his
right-hand man, Ya-Ya. And when she spots him at the club where she
dances, she finally has an opportunity to avenge his death. . .
NICHELLE WALKER Kandy Girlz
When Kandie, the daughter of a notorious street hustler, meets model
scout Misty, she becomes the number one video girl. But soon she
wants what Misty has—even if it means taking Misty down. . .
De’nesha Diamond is the award-winning, national bestselling author
of more than twenty previous novels. She lives in Georgia.
Erick S. Gray is the Essence® bestselling author of the popular
urban sex-comedy Bootycall *69. His other novels include Ghetto
Heaven, Money, Power, Respect, Nasty Girls, and It’s Like Candy. He
is also the owner/founder of Triple G Publishing. Erick was born and
raised in Jamaica, Queens.
Nichelle Walker hails from Chicago, Illinois. While on a three-week
break from school, she wrote Doing His Time, which she released
under her publishing company, NWHoodTales Publishing.
From the author of Love Like Hallelujah, Sex in the Sanctuary, and A
Preacher’s Passion comes another irresistible read rich in church
drama, wicked humor, scandalous exploits, and faith.
Nathaniel “Nate” Thicke is a preaching prodigy. At only twenty-four,
he’s become the senior pastor of The Gospel Truth Church, a sister
church to Kingdom Citizen. Nate’s great grandfather, grandfather and
his own father have all been pastors at the church. Nate has also
kept another Long tradition alive: he believes it is his pastoral
duty and spiritual right to spread love “whenever and wherever the
Spirit leads.”
The problem is, Nate’s urges have led him to three women from the
same family—the Noble women. And when Nate decides he’s going to
become a one-woman man, the other ladies don’t want to let him go,
which is going to make Sunday church service a whole lot more
interesting. . .
PRAISE FOR LUTISHIA LOVELY
“The scintillating brew of sex, faith and sharp humor will have
Lovely’s fans breathless for more.” —Publishers Weekly on A
Preacher’s Passion
“A spell-binding tale with some hilarious and righteous characters.
While this story is heartfelt and at times dire, nothing compares to
its laugh-out-loud moments.” —The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers on Sex in the
Sanctuary
Lutishia Lovely is an actress, poet, spoken word artist, and former
radio and television talk show host. She lives in Manhattan Beach,
California.
Now available in paperback—Carl Weber, the New York Times
bestselling author of Something on the Side and The First Lady,
introduces a deliciously dysfunctional family in a straight-up novel
with just the right blend of intrigue, sex, and humor.
There is always a man around the corner. Church trustee James Black
should know—he’s usually that very man, carrying on affairs with
married women and sleeping with one conquest after another. But when
he suddenly finds himself in love, his relationship generates a
ripple effect of shocking proportions.
His daughter intends to dismantle his relationship. And James’s son
decides to follow in his father’s womanizing footsteps after
catching his fiancée cheating. James may have been the one to
unleash this maelstrom of events, but stopping will mean facing hard
truths. . .
PRAISE FOR UP TO NO GOOD “In Up to No Good, Carl Weber reforms James Black, a minor
player in the writer’s previous works who his own shine in this
charming tale.” —Essence®
“This page-turning drama keeps readers in suspense until the very
last page.” —Upscale Magazine
“Weber delivers a soap opera-style cautionary tale of promiscuity
and lust . . . twisty and entertaining. This trashy page-turner
should give fans what they want.” —Publishers Weekly
Carl Weber is the New York Times bestselling author of Something on
the Side, The First Lady, So You Call Yourself A Man, The Preacher’s
Son, Player Haters, Lookin’ for Luv, Married Men, and Baby Momma
Drama. He lives in New York.
In a sparkling debut that evokes the best of Candice Dow and Daaimah
Poole, Michele Grant weaves a fresh, engaging urban love story about
been-burned-before singles finding love where they least expected
it.
Jewel Campbell is a borderline Black American Princess from the
“safe” north side of Dallas. The only thing she knows about “the
hood” comes from television and movies. Her best friend,
gold-digging Renee, is determined to hook her up and shake her out
of her comfort zone.
Roman Montgomery is a street smart Southside homeboy with a
ghetto-fabulous clingy ex-wife and an engaging five-year old son.
Tired of the games and the drama, Roman is looking for a classy lady
with no hidden agenda. He and Jewel have nothing in common except
for an instantaneous attraction. But can these opposites get past
the drama, ignore the advice from friends and frenemies, and
reconcile their differences?
Michele Grant lives in Plano, Texas, where she is hard at work on
her next novel.
Now available in mass market, here is drama-filled page-turner
from Kiki Swinson, an Essence® bestselling author and one of the
reigning stars of “urban lit.”
Faith Simmons used to live the good life with a loving husband and
daughter, a successful career as a school assistant principal, and a
fancy house. Now she’s spending her days with her best friend Teresa
and looking forward to her next fix. Unlike T., there are some
things Faith won’t do for candy, and she thinks she’s got her
addiction under control. But as Faith is about to find out, once you
get a taste for street candy, there’s no turning back.
Praise for Kiki Swinson and Her Novels “Kiki captures the heat of the streets.”—Wahida Clark
“Kiki Swinson is unstoppable…Kiki always delivers a sizzling
read.”—Essence® bestselling author Crystal Lacey Winslow
“After reading The Candy Shop, all I could say was scandalous!”—K’wan,
bestselling author of Gutter and Still Hood
Kiki Swinson was born and raised in Portsmouth, Virginia. She
discovered her flair for writing twelve years ago after completing
her first novel, Mad Shambles, while serving a five-year sentence at
a federal prison.
From the award-winning author of the Blessed Trinity trilogy comes the
second in a powerful series dealing with contemporary themes in a
Christian setting.
Gabrielle Mercedes Booker could dance before she learned to walk. It’s
what she was put on this earth to do. But when she’s practically
orphaned after the death of her mother and her Aunt Cee Cee reluctantly
takes her in, she doesn’t get a chance to pursue her dreams to dance
professionally. Settling for much less, Gabrielle tried to make a life
for herself but can’t get over the feeling that there’s a void in her
life.
Everything changes for Gabrielle when she attends Pastor Landis’s church
and give her life to Christ. She joins the church’s dance ministry and
her life soars. She also meets Zachary Wayne Morgan, a doctor who
becomes romantically interested in her. But soon murmurs of her past
life begin to circulate, threatening to derail her status in the dance
ministry as well as many of the relationships she’s formed in church.
Will Gabrielle have to pay for her sins even after she’s been saved?
PRAISE FOR VANESSA DAVIS GRIGGS “This inspirational novel leaves the reader eager to know what
Griggs plans next for this spiritual family.” —Publishers Weekly
“Outstanding.” —Library Journal on On Wings of Grace
Vanessa Davis Griggs is a motivational speaker and author. The recipient
of several awards (including the Arts and Letters Award from Delta Sigma
Theta Sorority Birmingham Alumnae Chapter and The Greater Birmingham
Millennium Section National Council of Negro Women Inspiration Award),
she is a married mother with three grown sons.
In this sizzling tale of secrets, faith, and love by the author of
Diamond Revelation, Chocolate Star, and A Chocolate Affair, a group of
Los Angeles friends learn the true meaning of being single, saved—and
scandalous.
Tiffany is used to planning Los Angeles’ biggest, glitziest weddings,
but her own love life is pretty nonexistent. A God-fearing,
thirty-two-year-old virgin, Tiffany has had her eye on Myles, her
church’s sexiest bachelor, but his obsession with the superficial proves
problematic.
When flyers for a new Christian singles website are handed out,
Tiffany’s younger sister, Shay, secretly posts Tiffany’s profile online.
Before long Shay is using the site to get dates for herself—even though
she has a boyfriend and two small children at home. Deborah, Tiffany’s
successful, beautiful best friend, gets in on the action too. Now these
three dazzling women will have to make their own miracles happen when
dreams come true, illusions shatter, and their lives are changed
forever.
PRAISE FOR SHEILA COPELAND “Fascinating. . . sexy. . . very funny.” —Romantic Times on A
Chocolate Affair
“A Chocolate Affair is a treat you don’t want to miss.” —Jamie Foster
Brown, Publisher, Sister2Sister magazine
Sheila Copeland is a graduate of the University of Southern California
School of Journalism and has a background in public relations. She lives
in Los Angeles.
Booklist hailed Janine Morris’s debut, Diva Diaries, as “reminiscent of
Waiting to Exhale.” In this vibrant and compelling novel, she gives
readers an irresistible glimpse into the lives of three women caught up
in the glamour, grit, and grime of the entertainment industry.
Naomi is an executive assistant to one of the music business’ top
executives, Sereeta is an assistant road manager for an NBA player, and
Madison is the Music Director at one of New York’s top radio stations.
All three are living in a world of VIP passes and velvet ropes,
surrounded by celebrities, wealth, and illicit temptations. But with
their jobs come challenges they never expected. Naomi, once shy and
hard-working, grows deeply ambitious, willing to do anything to get what
she wants. Sereeta has become successful by always granting her
employer’s wishes, no matter how outrageous—but how far will she go to
keep others happy? And as Madison falls for one of hip hop’s biggest
artists, she finds herself at risk of losing everything.
An eye-opening look into the reality of the fast life, Drama 99 FM is
daring, insightful, page-turning entertainment at its best.
PRAISE FOR DIVA DIARIES “Seriously, I couldn't put the book down … every one of us knows one
of these woman or we are one of these woman…you should probably keep
this book away from your man, because we never want them to know this
much.” —Angie Martinez, HOT 97 FM Personality
Janine A. Morris is a Program Coordinator at Emmis Communications, which
operates the #1 Hip-Hop station in New York, Hot 97, as well as 98.7
Kiss FM and CD 101.9 (New York’s #1 Jazz station), the home of Michael
Baisden’s nationally syndicated program, “Love, Lust and Lies.” Janine
graduated from Hofstra University with a B.A. in Communications and has
been writing since junior high school. She has written for magazines
such as XXL, The Source, Don Diva, Platinum Plus, and more. Janine lives
in Queens, New York.
From the fresh new talent behind After the Dance comes a sparkling novel
with charm, wit, and a side dish of Southern hospitality—a real treat
for fans of Pearl Cleage and Mary Monroe.
Aliesha is a dark-skinned beauty who seems to have it all—a prestigious
academic job, a respected role at church and an adoring boyfriend. All
she thinks she needs when she lands in Dante’s barber’s chair is someone
capable of handling her natural, unchemically-treated hair. But her
encounter with the handsome barber forces her to confront what’s been
missing from her life all along.
Dante is a laid-back brother who isn’t easily rattled. But everything
about Aliesha—from her big-city attitude to her wild, defiant hair—begs
his attention. His offer to work his magic on her hair sends both of
their worlds into a tailspin. But does Dante really have what it takes
to finish what he’s started?
PRAISE FOR LORI JOHNSON “Johnson's humor, control of voice and down-to-earth characters will
likely capture the hearts of readers...” —Publishers Weekly
“A fast-paced delight with dialogue and characters so real, I had to
keep reminding myself that I was reading fiction. I was hooked from the
first page to the last.” —Mary Monroe, New York Times bestselling author
Lori Johnson has a master’s degree in Urban Anthropology from the
University of Memphis. Her stories and essays have appeared in Upscale
Magazine and Obsidian II: Black Literature in Review. She lives in
Charlotte, North Carolina, with her family.
Essence®
bestselling author Daaimah S. Poole brings you the sizzling tale
of two ex-best friends who can't forgive, won't forget...and
will find out what matters most...
Nicole and Tia just know nothing
can break up their long-time friendship. But when a
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity comes along, Tia takes her new
boyfriend's advice to sue Nicole's mother after a car accident.
Now Tia has money, a flashy new home in Florida...and one
furious ex-friend out to grab some of the good life for herself.
And when wealthy businessman Derrick starts burning up her
sheets, Nicole sees a future as sparkling as the engagement ring
she's expecting...
...until Tia turns up broke, with
a new baby in tow...and news that Derrick isn't the man he
seems. Now Derrick will marry Nicole only if she drops Tia for
good. And between lies, lust, and betrayal, Nicole must gamble
on whom to believe, what she really wants—and a choice that may
cost her everything...
Leticia Langley is used to fighting for what she wants. That's
how she wound up being the first in her family to graduate from
college. So what if she's never had a date? All that's about to
change when she gets herself a job as a food columnist for
The Journal—and treats herself to a makeover that will
transform her life.
With her hot weave and a dazzling
new wardrobe that shows off her curves, the opposite sex
suddenly takes a shine to Leticia. Except for Max Baldwin—a
colleague who accuses her of trying to knock him down on her
stampede up the corporate ladder. But Leticia is determined to
stand her ground and get her due. And as she finds herself being
offered more tantalizing prospects, including a trip to Africa,
she also wins the respect—and admiration—of her handsome
one-time nemesis, Max. Now she'll have to decide if she wants to
let down her guard, and let in the one man she could get serious
about.
Praise for the Novels of Gwynne
Forster...
"...Wise and wonderful as it
points out, once again, the importance of honesty and
appreciating what you have while you have it." —Publishers
Weekly on A Different Kind of Blues
"Touching, thought-provoking, and
will make you think twice about ever keeping secrets from the
one you love." —Kimberla Lawson Roby, New York Times
bestselling author on If You Walked in My Shoes
For Wynn Evans, her first marriage
proposal was little more than a childhood crush. Twenty-five
years later, Adam Carlyle has grown up into a gorgeou package of
handsome, smart, and successful. But the single mom in Wynn is
still reeling from her painful divorce and isn't looking for
love--especially not with a younger man. But as she's about to
discover, Adam is a man who doesn't take no for an answer. . .
Real estate attorney Adam has
never forgotten Wynn Evans, who's even more beautiful than he
remembered. Convinced he's found his match, he knows he can
satisfy Wynn's deepest desires--if only she'll let herself trust
again. But when someone else's desire for vengeance puts Wynn's
family in danger, the power of Adam and Wynn's new love will be
put to the ultimate test. . .
This first-ever beauty guide for
chemotherapy patients is packed with insider
secrets from top stylists and designers like
Oribe and Betsey Johnson, dermatologist Dr.
Howard Murad, and other specialists whose
clients include Oprah, Madonna, Jennifer
Lopez, and Sharon Stone. Here are pearls of
wisdom about a range of topics including:
Maintaining radiant skin, head to toe
Creating a stylish and comfortable wardrobe
Selecting the best makeup and applying it
like a pro
Choosing the right wig or headscarf
Combating fatigue, sore muscles, and other
side effects
Sustaining positive energy and overcoming
fear
Also included are resource lists and
inspiring real-life stories from brave,
beautiful women who've been there.
Empowering and practical, Beauty Pearls for
Chemo Girls will help you face the
mirror--and the world--with courage and
confidence.
In her work as a writer, editor, and
television producer, breast cancer survivor
Marybeth Maida has traveled the world for
National Public Radio, Public Broadcasting
System, Reuters, NBC, and the Fox News
Channel. Debbie Kiederer spent more than
twenty years in the cosmetics industry
before founding the strategic marketing and
web-development firm, ChalkDust Consulting.
Both authors live with their husbands and
children in the New York City area.
Pat G'Orge-Walker delivers a wickedly funny,
uplifting novel of love and betrayal. .
.good karma and bad karma. . .sin and
redemption. . .
Chyna and her sister Janelle are always
moments away from a catfight. They love each
other, but Janelle has never forgiven her
sister for swiping her first love, Cordell.
That was ages ago, and now Chyna is showing
off as the First Lady of New Hope Assembly,
a church that's caught between the old ways
of Holiness and new ways of serving its
community. New Hope's leader, Reverend
Grayson Young, is also caught. . .in the
infamous Sweet Bush lounge, an establishment
well-known for adult pleasures.
With the church congregation running wild in
the aftermath of her husband's scandalous
behavior, Chyna turns to her sister Janelle
for guidance. But if Chyna thinks she's
getting sympathy from Janelle, she'd better
think again, because Janelle's got her own
crisis. And when Cordell suddenly comes back
into the sisters' lives, what follows are
squabbling, chaos, and surprises that show
just how hard the road to salvation really
is. . .
PRAISE FOR PAT G'ORGE-WALKER "Ms. Walker pens a tale so funny that
you'll fall out of your chair laughing, and
so poignantly realistic that you'll wipe
tears from your eyes. . .a must-read."
--Angela Benson on Cruisin' on Desperation
"One of my favorite writers of all time."
--Zane, New York Times bestselling author
"Christian comedy fiction at its best."
--Library Journal on Mother Eternal Ann
Everlastin's Dead
After the drama in Playing Dirty,
Yoshi Lomax is on the run, but trouble
follows her wherever she goes. . .
When things get too hot in Miami, criminal
lawyer Yoshi figures she'll be safe if she
goes home to Norfolk, Virginia, for a little
while. But the streets there are just as
mean, and a sistah needs to keep her head to
avoid getting popped by a drive-by. And when
Yoshi witnesses the brutal murder of a
snitch by a ruthless drug dealer, she knows
she'll be the next one in the gangsta's
sights. Out of time and abandoned by
everyone but her cousin Carmen, Yoshi's goin'
to have to learn to fight back if she wants
to live another day. . .
More praise for Kiki Swinson
"Kiki Swinson is unstoppable. Whether she's
writing about life in the 'hood or living
the fabulous life, one thing is for
sure--Kiki always delivers a sizzling
read."--Crystal Lacey Winslow, Essence®
bestselling author
"I'm Still Wifey is the truth! Kiki Swinson
has done it again. This book pulls you in
from the very first page."--Treasure E.
Blue, Essence® bestselling author of Harlem
Girl Lost
"Kiki captures the heat of the streets."--Wahida
Clark, New York Times bestselling author
In this gripping, unforgettable new novel by
New York Times bestselling author Mary
Monroe, forever friends Annette Goode Davis
and Rhoda O'Toole are about to learn that
even the rockiest relationships can survive
just about anything-as long as you're there
for each other when it matters most. . .
Annette Goode Davis is a survivor, and while
life's obstacles have often knocked her
down, she's never let them keep her there
for long. To Annette, life is all about
family and old friends like Rhoda O'Toole.
And right now, Annette needs all the friends
she can get. . .because her marriage is in
big trouble, and she has no idea why. . .
Lately, her husband Pee Wee barely has the
time of day for Annette and she suspects he
may have fallen for another woman. Desperate
to regain his affections, Annette goes on a
crash diet, gets a total makeover, and looks
hotter than she has for a long, long time.
Everyone notices-everyone except Pee Wee.
Annette is ripe for the picking when she
meets Louis Baines, a handsome young caterer
who showers her with attention. Soon,
Annette is embroiled in a full blown affair
and spending money on Louis like there's no
tomorrow. But when Annette learns a terrible
secret about her new lover, she realizes
she's in way over her head. Her life
crumbling down around her, Annette turns to
the only person she knows she can trust:
Rhoda.
With Rhoda by her side, Annette's determined
to find a way out of this mess. But when the
truth finally comes out, Annette must face
the fact that she may have destroyed the
life she loved-and this time, not even Rhoda
can help her make things right...
New York Times bestselling author Mary B. Morrison thrills readers
with another riveting tale featuring beloved heroine Honey Thomas. This
time, Honey goes into hiding to save her life—and fights to keep past
enemies from destroying the future she so desperately wants…
Honey Thomas once made her living as a
tough-talking prostitute and madam, but those days are long gone. Now,
Honey runs a counseling center she founded in Atlanta that helps women
like her get off the streets. The best part is Honey’s new life is being
bankrolled by money stolen from her ex-pimp, Valentino James.
But no matter how fast Honey runs, she
never seems to break free from her demons. Valentino knows Honey has his
money—fifty million dollars to be exact—and he’s willing to kill her to
get it back. Honey escapes from Valentino by the skin of her teeth, but
she knows the time has come to disappear for a while and figure out
where her life is headed. In her heart, Honey still aches for Grant
Hill, the love she lost when he learned about her dark past. How much
more must she lose before she finally finds some peace?
Like a cat, Honey Thomas seems to have nine
lives, and she’s used up just about every last one of them. But life
still has a few surprises left for Honey—and if she’s willing to risk
everything, she may just get that happy ending her heart and soul
desire…
Praise For Mary B. Morrison And Her Novels
“Mix dirty red drama, relationship
scandals, suspense, love and you get my girl Mary B. Morrison.” —Vickie
Stringer
“With well-crafted characters and an
intriguing plot, Sweeter Than Honey will have you eagerly
awaiting the next installment.” —UrbanReviews.com
“After reading this intriguing story about
love, faith, and happiness, you may never say never again.” —E. Lynn
Harris on Never Again Once More
“Morrison delivers a deep, passionate story
that holds readers from beginning to end.” —Black Issues Book Review
on He’s Just A Friend
When it comes to being fruitful and multiplying, the members of Kingdom
Citizens Christian Center are on it—and no one tells their sexy,
scandalous stories like Lutishia Lovely…
When Stacy Gray meets friends for lunch, the last thing she expects to
be served is legal papers suing her for custody of her son, Darius Jr.
As far as Stacy’s concerned, when Darius Sr. chose to be with his male
lover, he lost his chance at fatherhood. But when an unexpected crisis
strikes, and an obsessed fan threatens more than Darius’s music career,
the battling parents may have to grow up…
Cy and Hope Taylor are struggling to conceive, so when Hope sees her
former nemesis, Millicent, talking on television about life as a wife
and new mother, jealousy rears its ugly head. Then Cy rekindles his
friendship with Millicent and needless to say, Hope is definitely more
peeved than pleased. As baby mama drama shakes up the saints, everyone
better pray for mercy…
“The scintillating brew of sex, faith and sharp humor will have Lovely’s
fans breathless for more.” —Publishers Weekly on A Preacher’s Passion
“Lutishia Lovely brought Passion to church and set it on fire!!!” —Pat
G’Orge-Walker, Essence bestselling on A Preacher’s Passion
“Filled with drama, consequences, double-standards and plenty of life
lessons to go around.” —Naleighna Kai, author of She Touched My Soul
and A Preacher’s Passion
The choices we make in one rash moment can change everything…
Dolores Reese spent her childhood in foster care, like Floyd Watson, a
local boy who intrigues her from the moment they meet. When one bad
decision sends an innocent Floyd to prison for life, Dolores promises to
stick by him. But while Floyd’s world stands still, Dolores’s horizons
open up in exciting new ways. Paul Dunne is an accomplished businessman
who promises her the kind of future she’s always wanted—the kind she
once imagined having with Floyd. But when Floyd is suddenly freed on new
evidence, Dolores is torn and must make a fateful decision. And if she
isn’t careful, Dolores just might find out what happens when love,
dishonesty, and dangerous jealousy collide…
Praise for Mary Monroe
“Monroe delivers what could be her wildest and most entertaining novel
yet.” —Publishers Weekly on Deliver Me From Evil
“Monroe’s richly drawn characters will stay with readers long after the
book is finished.” —Booklist on Gonna Lay Down My Burdens
“Monroe’s literary canvas is painted with broad strokes, with verve and
humor and passion.” —Christian Science Monitor
Now in trade paperback—New York Times bestselling author Mary B.
Morrison sizzles in the second book in her sexy, edgy Honey Thomas
series.
With her pimp in jail and enough money to make a new start, Honey is
pursuing a new life in Atlanta, where she’s opened a counseling
center to help victimized women. But just when Honey think she’s
finally getting a break, her past comes back to haunt her.
Handsome, upstanding Grant Hill is Honey’s idea of perfection. She’s
certain Grant is falling for her too, until his brother Benito tells
him about Honey’s days as a prostitute. And now that the enemies
from her past have found her, Honey might have to revert to her old
tricks to save herself—and return to the only man she’s ever loved.
PRAISE FOR MARY B. MORRISON:
“…Morrison certainly knows her way around the bedroom.” —Publishers
Weekly on Sweeter Than Honey
“Hot sex and high drama move Morrison’s latest page turner…”
—Publishers Weekly on When Somebody Loves You Back
Mary B. Morrison is the New York Times bestselling author of Sweeter
Than Honey, When Somebody Loves You Back, Nothing Has Ever Felt Like
This, Somebody’s Gotta Be On Top, He’s Just a Friend, Never Again
Once More, Soul Mates Dissipate, Who’s Making Love, and Justice,
Just Us, Just Me. She’s also the co-author of She Ain’t the One with
New York Times bestselling author Carl Weber. She lives in Oakland,
California.
From Grace Octavia, author of His First Wife and Take Her Man, comes
a dynamic new novel about a young Southern woman caught between
living her own dreams or fulfilling the wishes of her family.
Minister’s daughter and former wild child Journey Cash knows both
the good and bad sides of her Alabama hometown. Blessed with a
powerful voice, Journey teaches music at a local high school. She
loves her work, just like she loves her fiancé, Evan, even though
she feels she’s still waiting for a sign to confirm that her life is
on the right track.
When Evan announces a wedding date without her consent, Journey’s
world suddenly turns upside down. Her baby sister, Tammy, is
stripping in Atlanta, and her older brother refuses to keep Tammy’s
secret until Journey quits teaching and joins the family business.
Now Journey is torn between doing what everyone expects, and taking
a leap from which there may be no turning back.
Grace Octavia is a native of Westbury, New York. The author of Take
Her Man and His First Wife, she holds degrees in Creative Writing
from NYU (B.A.) and the University of Georgia (M.A.). She is
currently working on her Ph.D. Her writing has appeared in
Sisterfriends by Michele Agins and Julia Chance and Rolling Out
magazine, where she was Editor-in-Chief. Octavia also served as an
Associate Editor at America Online’s Internet magazine, Digital
City.
Sophia Shaw combines steamy writing, three-dimensional characters,
and a riveting plot in this sizzling tale of friends who become
casual lovers, and discover that friendship is worth risking for
love.
Executive Monique Evans doesn’t want commitment. She’s had enough of
fake promises to last her a lifetime. What she wants is sizzling sex
with no strings—so when one wild night lands her in the muscular
arms of her friend Tao Samuels, she’s ready to make one very
tempting deal…
A former Navy Seal, Tao is too busy succeeding in civilian life to
settle down. And he’s always thought of the level-headed Monique as
just a pal. But since the sudden desire between them is too good to
give up, he’s sure they can keep their relationship strictly
physical—so long as they follow a few rules… But breaking rules is
hotter than keeping them. And now Monique and Tao have to find out
what they really want—and if their perfect friendship is worth
risking for love…
PRAISE FOR SOPHIA SHAW
“Enough twists and tumbles to keep readers hooked.” —Publishers
Weekly on Moments of Truth
Sophia Shaw holds a bachelors degree in psychology and sociology
from the University of Toronto, and lives in Brampton, Ontario,
Canada, with her daughters Sierra and Naima.
The first in a brand-new Christian-themed series from Vanessa Davis
Griggs, author of the “Blessed Trinity” trilogy, follows the courtship
between a divorced pastor and a devout churchgoer.
Melissa “Peaches” Anderson is sweet and loving, but she has never
considered herself much of a beauty. So when she attracts the attention
of a handsome suitor, she’s not sure what to do. That man, Marcus
Peeples, is a recently divorced father of one who’s interested in dating
Peaches seriously, but she is worried that his status as a divorce
undermines her Christianity.
Marcus’s ex-wife, Sasha, meanwhile is gorgeous, selfish, and having
second thoughts about the divorce even though it was her idea. She
realizes that she’s losing the security she once had. Just as Peaches
finally warms up to Marcus, Sasha makes a bold move, forcing Marcus to
choose where his heart and his future lies.
PRAISE FOR VANESSA DAVIS GRIGGS “This inspirational novel leaves the reader eager to know what
Griggs plans next for this spiritual family.” —Publishers Weekly on
Blessed Trinity
“Outstanding.” —Library Journal on Promises Beyond Jordan
Vanessa Davis Griggs is a motivational speaker and author. The recipient
of several awards, she is a married mother with there grown sons.
Angela Winters’ gripping series continues with a sizzling new novel
about life in the Los Angeles suburb View Park.
As patriarch of the Chase family, owners of a huge, Los Angeles-based
cosmetics company, Stephen Chase has come a long way since his humble
beginnings. But after raising four privileged, spoiled children with his
socialite wife, Janet, Stephen knows that living the high life in an
exclusive community is not all that it’s cracked up to be.
Corporate takeovers, adultery, and lots of high-profile trouble thrive
in the Chase household. And this time, the Chases are going to face
their biggest challenges yet as they try to hold on to their status in
the powerful, glamorous world of elite African-American families.
PRAISE FOR NEVER ENOUGH “In Winters’s entertaining latest View Park novel, the Chase family
plunges to new lows of deviousness….The pacing is fast and the drama
unrelenting.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Lies and deception are the norm in this household, where there’s enough
high drama to rival Dallas or Dynasty, complete with cat fights. Winters
has written a real page turner.”
—Booklist
National bestselling author ANGELA WINTERS is an executive at CapitalOne
Bank. She is the author of over ten romance novels and is a member of
Sisters in Crime, an organization of female mystery and romantic
suspense authors. She lives in Alexandria, Virginia.
New York Times bestselling author Mary B. Morrison pairs with Queen of
Urban Erotica Noire to deliver two tantalizing novellas about sex,
revenge—and getting what you deserve…
Character of a Man Mary B. Morrison Seven Stephens seems to have it all—money, mansion and a man—but is
taken by surprise when her fiancé tells her the wedding is off if she
can’t lose twenty-five pounds in six weeks. In no time, she’s out the
door and headed for Punany Paradise for a sensual workout that’s both
sweet revenge and sweet surrender….
Sugar-Honey-Ice Tee Noire Blow, Nap, and Tomere are three grimy playahs from the hood.
Nicknamed Dirty, Dastardly, and Depraved, these three NFL stars have no
problem living up to their names on and off the field. But when they
scheme to take out their biggest competition, a promising quarterback,
they finally meet their match. Not in a vengeful ball player, but in
three wicked and sexy sistahs. And it won’t take Sugar, Honey, or Ice
Tee long to wreck everything in their path. Because vicious hotties
always take whatever they want and ruin whatever they please…
Noire is editor-in-chief of NoireMagazine.com, the Queen of Urban
Erotica and #1 Essence bestselling author of G-Spot, Candy Licker,
Thug-A-Licious, Baby Brother (with 50 Cent), Thong on Fire, Hood, and
the editor of a collection of urban erotic quickies entitled From the
Streets to the Sheets. Her first urban erotic film, Hittin' the Bricks
will be released in 2009. Visit her website at www.asknoire.com or email
her at noire@asknoire.com.
Praise For The Novels Of Mary B. Morrison “With well-crafted characters and an intriguing plot, Sweeter Than
Honey is an exciting start to The Honey Diaries Series and will have you
eagerly awaiting the next installment.” —UrbanReviews.com
“Hot sex and high drama move Morrison’s latest page turner…” —Publishers
Weekly on When Somebody Loves You Back
“After reading this intriguing story about love, faith, and happiness,
you may never say never again.” —E. Lynn Harris on Never Again Once More
“Morrison delivers a deep, passionate story that holds readers from
beginning to end.” —Black Issues Book Review on He’s Just A Friend
Praise For The Novels Of Noire “Thong On Fire is compelling and engaging, the kind of story that
once started, is hard to put down.” —RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
“Strong credible characters, wonderful storyline delivery, and
salivating sex scenes makes this Noire's best novel. Thug-A-Licious is
simply urban erotica at its finest.” —UrbanReviews.com
“Urban erotica has never been hotter!” —Nikki Turner on Candy Licker
“…Sexy, gritty urban melodrama…” —Publishers Weekly on G-Spot
In this sensual, unforgettable thriller,
a husband and wife face the worst crisis
of their marriage—and learn that no
matter what twists life throws at you,
holding on to the one you love is the
only way to survive…
After five fulfilling years of marriage,
Michael and Kennedy are the envy of
their tight circle of friends. Michael
is even more passionate about his
stunning, successful wife than he was
when they first met, and he is
everything Kennedy has ever wanted in a
man. But everything changes when the
couple starts getting mysterious phone
calls and threatening emails. Logan and
Kennedy are being stalked—and the stress
has their once rock-solid marriage
unraveling.
Who could want to hurt Kennedy and
Logan? Plenty of people, it seems. For
the couple is hiding a secret that will
shock their family and ruin their
reputation. But Michael and Kennedy will
do whatever it takes to save their
relationship, even if it means hunting
down a dangerous stranger...
PRAISE FOR UNFAITHFUL:
“Deliciously devious. A mouthwatering
must-read.” —New York Times bestselling
author Mary B. Morrison
“Scott is an author to notice with this
credible, engaging debut… Seduction,
deceit, anguish, and obsession flow in
this page-turner.” —Romantic Times
From the author of The People Next Door,
Nothing But Trouble, and If These Walls
Could Talk comes a compelling,
page-turning novel about a divorcee who
moves back to her hometown and is faced
with a choice between two different men.
After her father’s death, Emily Yancy
reluctantly agrees to move back to her
mother’s shabby apartment. There are
some rewards for dutiful daughters,
though—like Aaron Merritt, a rich,
single doctor who’s soon taking her to
fancy restaurants and inviting her to
meet his family. But when the lights go
out, something’s missing.
Then she runs into Danny Simms, her
eighth-grade crush. He hasn’t achieved
what Aaron has—but he’s picked up a few
skills in other areas. Can Emily choose
a relationship that doesn’t satisfy her
mind—or a romance that leaves her cold?
Or is there some way that she can find
the best of both worlds?
Betty Griffin lives in the North Chicago
suburbs with her husband. Visit her
website:
www.bettyegriffin.com
Two total opposites, united by a heated
one night stand, wonder if their passion
can lead to a love that lasts for the
long haul in this explosively hot
romance.
Three months after a first date that
ended in a night of explosive passion,
Caress Coleman and Julius Jones find
themselves somewhere between roommates
with benefits and true love. She’s
smart, beautiful, and one paycheck away
from broke. He’s smart, handsome, and
very successful. But that’s just the
beginning of their differences….
She’s messy—and that’s putting it
nicely.
He’s a neat freak—and that’s an
understatement.
She’s happy in sweatpants.
He’s an urban sophisticate who wears the
hippest designer labels.
They’re total opposites in every way but
one: they share a sizzling attraction
that makes them want to beg for more and
more.
PRAISE FOR NIOBIA BRYANT
“Hot men, spicy women and a sexually
captivating story.” —Romantic Times on
Hot like Fire
Niobia Bryant is a national bestselling
and award-winning author. She currently
writes full time and splits her time
between New Jersey and South Carolina.
Visit her website:
www.niobiabryant.com
From Essence® bestselling author Kiki Swinson—one of the reigning stars
of urban lit—comes a scintillating drama-filled tale about life on the
streets.
In Miami, things are always hot and it doesn't get any more sizzling
than Yoshi Lomax. Blessed with a quick mind and a bangin' body, Yoshi
puts all her assets to work by providing her boss with late night favors
to help her get promoted to senior partner at a prestigious law firm.
To keep her high acquittal rate, Yoshi gets some of Miami’s finest under
her payroll. But before long she is swept into the criminal underworld
and starts experimenting with drugs. And when the leader of a Haitian
mob gives her $100,000 for taking his case—with the proviso that she’ll
die if he’s not acquitted—Yoshi realizes too late that this time she’s
not just fighting for her client, but for her life…
PRAISE FOR KIKI SWINSON
“After reading Candy Shop all I could say was scandalous!”
—K'Wan, national bestselling author of Gangsta, Street Dreams, Eve,
Hoodlum, and Hood Rat
“I'm Still Wifey is the truth! Swinson has done it again. This book
pulls you from the first page.”
—Treasure E. Blue, Essence® bestselling author of Harlem Girl Lost
Kiki Swinson was born and raised in Portsmouth, Virginia. She discovered
her flair for writing twelve years ago after completing her first novel,
Mad Shambles, while serving a five-year sentence at a federal prison.
After being released in December 1996, Kiki later went on to
self-publish Mad Shambles. Her passion for writing didn’t stop there.
Writing feverishly into the wee hours of the night, she completed her
second novel, Wifey, which was published by Melodrama Publishing. After
the success of Wifey, Kiki penned the sequels I’m Still Wifey and Life
After Wifey, as well as The Candy Shop and A Sticky Situation.
In Deidre Berry's
dazzling, witty debut, a multi-tasking diva tries to revamp her life
with the help of her exasperating family and friends.
Tori Carter’s tendency
to plan everything to the max has made her the most successful event
coordinator in the business. But when her perfect fiancé runs off with
another woman, Tori has no idea what to do next.
Now her well-meaning
friends are delivering a string of bad-news dates, her boss expects her
to work miracles with ever-more-impossible clients, and a handsome chef
is turning up the heat in surprising ways. Now Tori has to improvise,
let loose, and get wise
—if
she’s going to figure out who she is and what she really wants…
Deidre Berry grew up
in a picture-book town in Kansas where she began writing stories of her
own, shortly after learning to read. With a lifelong dream to share the
power of words, she is also the writer of short stories, screenplays,
and poetry. She currently resides in Kansas City with her husband,
Richard, and is hard at work on her second novel.
From the masterful pen of New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe
comes a compelling, thoroughly entertaining novel about searching for
and finding love.
After a string of failed relationships, record company executive Teri
Stewart has decided to concentrate on work. Her best friend and
assistant, Nicole, tries to convince her to socialize more, though her
own love life is seriously lacking. Still recovering from divorce,
Nicole is a single mother who’s not going to settle for less than the
real deal.
Nicole and Teri both know what they do and don’t want. But when DJ
Harrison Starr enters Teri’s circle, she can’t resist him. And if Nicole
keeps ignoring the complete package that’s been standing right in front
of her, she could miss her chance at happiness. Now, both women must
learn that the company they keep can sometimes lead us down the wrong
path...or guide us right where we belong.
PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF MARY MONROE “Monroe delivers what could be her wildest and most entertaining
novel yet.” —Publishers Weekly on Deliver Me From Evil
“Monroe’s richly drawn characters will stay with readers long after the
book is finished.” —Booklist on Gonna Lay Down My Burdens
“Monroe’s literary canvas is painted with broad strokes, with verve and
humor and passion.” —Christian Science Monitor on The Upper Room
Mary Monroe is the New York Times bestselling author of She Had It
Coming, Deliver Me From Evil, God Don’t Play, In Sheep’s Clothing, Red
Light Wives, God Still Don’t Like Ugly, Gonna Lay Down My Burdens, God
Don’t Like Ugly, The Upper Room, and the novella “Nightmare in Paradise”
in Borrow Trouble. An avid traveler, Mary currently lives in Oakland,
California.
Lisa Leslie—three-time Olympic gold medalist, three-time MVP of the
WNBA, and one of the greatest players in the history of women’s
basketball—tells the incredible, inspiring story of her life, on and off
the court.
As a child growing up in South Central Los Angeles, Lisa Leslie was
timid, awkward, and constantly struggling to overcome self-imposed fears
and limitations. Today, she’s a beautiful, poised, assertive,
six-foot-five basketball powerhouse whose elegance and charm have made
her a favorite with fans, the fashion world, and even Hollywood.
Overcoming doubts are what paved the way to Lisa’s greatest
achievements—scoring 101 points in the first half of a high school
basketball game; signing with Wilhelmina Models and appearing in Vogue
magazine, and of course traveling the world and winning championship
after championship. Here, for the first time, she shares her empowering
story about finding grace under pressure and exceeding all
expectations—including her own.
PRAISE FOR LISA LESLIE
“There are a lot of young girls out there who look up to Lisa Leslie. I
think it’s great that they can look at Lisa and say we don’t have to
make sacrifices.” —Sheryl Swopes, Houston Comets and U.S. Olympic Team
“She has it all: beauty, brains, and athleticism. She brings class,
fashion, and she’s sassy in her own way. She has all that and the
championship rings to back it up.” —Nancy Lieberman, ESPN analyst and
Hall of Famer
Before beginning a professional basketball career, Lisa Leslie was a
standout at the University of Southern California, where she was a
two-time winner of the Naismith Award. A Philanthropist, ESPN
broadcaster, and former fashion model, she lives in Los Angeles with her
husband and daughter.
Larry Burnett is an Emmy award-winning journalist and sports
broadcaster. He has known Lisa for fifteen years and has been the radio
and television play-by-play announcer for her L.A. Sparks’ games for the
past nine seasons. He has anchored Sports Center and The NBA Today Show
for ESPN, and he has hosted the Lakers’ radio broadcasts and The Phil
Jackson Show.
Carl Weber, the New York Times
bestselling author of Something on the Side and The First
Lady, introduces a deliciously dysfunctional family in this
brand-new page-turning novel filled with intrigue, sex, and
surprises…
There is always a man around
the corner. And church trustee James Black should know—he’s usually
that very man, carrying on affairs with married women and sleeping
with one conquest after another. But when he suddenly finds himself
in love, his marriage proposal generates a ripple effect of shocking
proportions.
The other women in James’s neighborhood have a thing
or two to say about his new love. His daughter intends to dismantle
his relationship. And James’s son decides to follow in his father’s
womanizing footsteps after catching his fiancée cheating. James may
have been the one to unleash this maelstrom of events, but he has no
idea how to stop, especially when another shocking revelation
surfaces…
PRAISE FOR CARL WEBER
“Weber keeps things tight and funny; readers with a bent for the
bootylicious will certainly want to pick this one up.”
—Publishers Weekly on
Something on the Side
“Major revelations and an eye-raising
twist will make even seen-it-all fans gasp.”
—Publishers Weekly on
So You Call Yourself a Man
“A delightful and entertaining book.”
—Black Issues Book
Review on So You Call Yourself a Man
“A fast-paced mix of scandal, jealousy
and wickedness.” —Publishers
Weekly on Player Haters
“Married Men is full of flavor,
wit, drama and everyday situations…Carl Weber shows staying power
and will leave you wanting more.”
—QBR The Black Book Review
Carl Weber is the New
York Times bestselling author of Something on the Side, The
First Lady, So You Call Yourself a Man,The Preacher’s Son,
Player Haters,Lookin’ for Luv, Married Men, and
Baby Momma Drama. He is also the Publisher and Editorial
Director of Urban Books. He graduated from Virginia State University
with a B.S. in accounting and has an MBA in marketing from the
University of Virginia.
In the tradition of Kimberla Lawson Roby’s Curtis Black novels, Lutishia
Lovely delves into the scandalous exploits of church folk in her newest
novel featuring the Kingdom Citizens’ congregation.
After being celibate for five years, Passion Perkins is ready to end her
drought. She’s also determined to hold out for Mr. Right, and in Lavon
Chapman, she thinks she’s found him. He’s come to the community to
oversee the filming of a series of DVDs, inspirational messages from her
pastor, Rev. Stanley Lee and his fiery wife, Carla.
Passion goes on an all-out campaign to win Lavon. But she isn’t the only
one feeling a strong attraction to Lavon—Carla is feeling it too. Soon,
other members of the church community are entangled in scandals, and
while some are getting busy in service to the Lord, others are just
getting busy…
PRAISE FOR SEX IN THE SANCTUARY “Lutishia Lovely has provided a spell-binding tale with some
hilarious and righteous characters. While this story is heartfelt and at
times dire, nothing compares to its laugh-out-loud moments.” —The
RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
“A fantastic read that deals with celibacy, obsession, sisterhood and
forgiveness.” —Books 2 Read Magazine
“Provides an honest look at love and romance in the lives of four saved
women and will provide laughter and inspiration for all, whether married
or single and searching. Once I started reading, I couldn’t put it down.
You won’t either.” —Shades of Romance Magazine
Lutishia Lovely is an actress, poet, spoken word artist, and former
radio and television talk show host. A Preacher’s Passion is her third
novel.
Carl Weber—the New York Times bestselling author of The First Lady
and So You Call Yourself a Man—delivers a straight-up novel about
friendship and love, sex and betrayal, and how getting some on the
side is never as simple as it seems.
Meet the bodacious women of the Big Girls Book Club. There’s only
one rule to being a member. You must be at least a size 14…
BGBC president Tammy has the perfect birthday present in mind for
her husband—a threesome with her best friend, Egypt. If only Egypt
will agree. Isis is willing to lay down and die for her boyfriend
Tony, until a man from her past steps back into her life. Single mom
Nikki is struggling to get by—and struggling not to kill her ex, who
disappoints their son every chance he gets. Good thing her roommate
Tiny has got her back. Coco Brown likes to mess around with married
men, but since she hooked up with her new man, all she cares about
is making sure he doesn’t stray.
As insatiable about books as they are about love—or lust—these
friends are about to discover how tough it is to keep it real when
they all have something on the side.
PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF CARL WEBER “Bestselling author Weber serves up another scintillating slice
of church politics….Hekeeps the pacing brisk and loads the narrative
with enough surprise turns to keep readers guessing to the
end.”—Publishers Weekly on The First Lady
“Weber gives us a front-row pew seat to all the action going
down…”—Essence on The First Lady
“Major revelations and an eye-raising twist will make even
seen-it-all fans gasp”—Publishers Weekly on So You Call Yourself a
Man
“A delightful and entertaining book.”—Black Issues Book Review on So
You Call Yourself a Man
“Weber spins a lively, revelation-packed tale deepened by genuine
emotion, convincing detail and smart dialogue.”—Publishers Weekly on
The Preacher’s Son
“A fast-paced mix of scandal, jealousy and wickedness.”—Publishers
Weekly on Player Haters
“Married Men is full of flavor, wit, drama and everyday
situations…Carl Weber shows staying power and will leave you wanting
more.”—QBR The Black Book Review
Carl Weber is the New York Times bestselling author of The First
Lady, So You Call Yourself a Man, The Preacher’s Son, Player Haters,
Lookin’ for Luv, Married Men, and Baby Momma Drama. He is also the
Publisher and Editorial Director of Urban Books. He graduated from
Virginia State University with a B.S. in accounting and has an MBA
in marketing from the University of Virginia.
An addictive, authoritative reference
book—a lively who’s-who of the most creative, innovative and successful
African Americans—from colonial times to present day.
Despite discrimination and often poverty, African Americans have
overcome the odds to become leaders in education, science and medicine,
law, military, sports, business—and in 2009, President. Joan Potter
mined old documents, records, letters, family histories, and government
files, and compiled a wonderful resource book showcasing the wide range
of accomplishment among African Americans. As entertaining as it is
informative, this work presents over 450 “firsts” by African
Americans—from Doctor Daniel Hale Williams, who first performed open
heart surgery—to the first African American President, Barack Obama.
“A Black history buff ’s dream.”—Ebony
“From the name of the first millionaire to the first million-copy
bestselling author, here are some occasions to cheer and weep
about.”—Booklist
Joan Potter is a researcher and historian. She is the founder of Pinto
Press, and lives with her family in Mt. Kisco, New York.
An unforgettable tale of tragic, interracial love written by
one of the greatest unheard voices of the Harlem
Renaissance, Ann Petry—now repackaged and reissued for a
modern audience.
The Narrows is a small New England community struggling to
right itself after decades of abandonment and racial strife.
It’s the kind of town Link Williams, a smart black kid
freshly graduated from Dartmouth College, just might escape.
But leaving the Narrows is the easy part. What no one knows
is that Link has already made one of the most difficult
decisions of his life. The love Link shares with Camilo
Sheffield is genuine, soulful, and aches with promise. But
the very existence of their relationship rocks their worlds
in ways that neither of them could ever have imagined.
With unmatched lyrical flair, Ann Petry, the acclaimed,
bestselling author of The Street, creates an indelible
portrait of a bustling, vibrant community as it fights
against the complex racial dynamics of the 1950s.
PRAISE FOR THE NARROWS
“Filled with dramatic force, earthy humor and tragic
intensity.”—Boston Globe
“A novel about racial conflict, The Narrows resists
classification…Ann Petry has achieved something as rare as
it is commendable.”—Arna Bontemps
“Using a theme that might have been merely sensational, [Petry]
builds a novel that has depth and dignity.”—The New York
Herald-Tribune
Ann Petry (1908-1997) is one of the earliest successful
black female writers in the U.S. She spent most of her life
in Connecticut, working as a pharmacist (she earned her
advanced degree in Pharmacy in 1931) before she became a
full-time writer. She began her career as a reporter at
People’s Voice in 1941, and throughout the 1940s, she was
published in several literary magazines, including W.E.B.
DuBois’s Crisis. Her first novel, The Street (1946), was
widely heralded and has since sold over one million copies.
She is also the author of Miss Muriel and Other Stories
(1971).
From the author of the smash hit Diva Diaries comes the
unforgettable story of an ever-so-practical woman who
crosses to the wild side when she seeks revenge on all the
men who’ve wronged her.
Jordan Moore is in the middle of a breakdown. Thirty-four
years old and newly single, she has given custody of her son
to her ex-husband and now regrets the decision; her
ex-husband is getting married again; and after a year of
disappointments from her best friend-turned-boyfriend, she
has given up on true love. Now she’s ready to walk on the
wild side and do a little heartbreaking of her own.
By using men the way she has been used, Jordan believes that
she can somehow even the score. But when she meets Marcus, a
wonderful, caring gentleman who sees through all of her
guardedness, she is thrown for a loop. Will Jordan realize
that true love is standing right in front of her…before it
is too late?
PRAISE FOR JANINE A. MORRIS AND DIVA DIARIES
“Reminiscent of Waiting to Exhale.”—Booklist
“Morris has a way with words and drama.”—NY Daily News
“I felt like I was experiencing one of my own girls’ night
out.”—La La, MTV VJ
Janine A. Morris lives in Queens, New York, writes for 98.7
Kiss FM, and is currently the Music Coordinator at WQHT, Hot
97, the #1 Hip-Hop station in New York. Morris graduated
from Hofstra University with a degree in Communications, and
her passion for writing began when she started writing for
the school newspaper in junior high school. She has written
articles for magazines such as XXL, The Source, Don Diva,
and more. Morris is currently attending law school, and is
hard at work on her next novel.
From the author of Whatever it Takes and When You Dance with
the Devil comes an unforgettable page-turner about a woman
who must right the wrongs in her life before she can find
happiness.
At thirty-six, Petra Field gets a shock that causes her to
take a look at her life, and she’s not proud of what she
sees. But making amends for her past is more difficult than
she expected.
The first and hardest step is admitting to her teenage
daughter, Krista, that her supposedly dead father is very
much alive. Then there’s the neighbor whose husband she had
an affair with, the former coworker she got fired, and many
more aggrieved acquaintances. Far from setting her free, the
truth brings more complications—but also opens up her life
in surprising ways, offering her one last chance to start
over for real…
PRAISE FOR GETTING SOME OF HER OWN
“A love-conquers-all story with a few twists and turns to
keep readers turning the pages... classic Gwynne Forster.
Her fans will not be disappointed.”—The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
“Forster creates such believable characters—who deal with
circumstances that imperil their dreams for true
happiness—that it’s easy to reach beyond the pages and find
nonfiction replicas. You’ll eagerly keep reading to learn
how the characters’ lives intersect and will sigh with pure
satisfaction when it ends.”—Romantic Times 4 1/2 Stars Top
Pick
AND FOR BLUES FROM DOWN DEEP
“A page-turner and it’s one that deserves to be read in a
few sittings. This novel is Forster’s finest work to date
and is sure to earn her a legion of new fans.”—QBR, The
Black Book Review
“Forster’s sensitive portrayal of a woman trying to find her
roots is a cut above the ordinary.”—Booklist
Gwynne Forster is an award-winning, national bestselling
author. She is also a demographer and former senior United
Nations Officer, in which capacities she has traveled the
world. She lives in New York City with her husband.
From the fresh, smart, and hugely talented new author behind
Take Her Man comes a sparkling, sexy new novel about one
woman who’s facing what’s real and getting it all on her own
terms…
Kerry Jackson never thought her ten-year marriage could be
pulled apart by a harmless email. But now her husband,
Jamison, is having an affair and a pregnant Kerry needs a
new plan for her life and her unborn child…fast.
As trouble at home turns to trouble everywhere, Kerry
searches for the strength to pick up the pieces of her life.
Now she’ll have to throw out the game plan, find out who she
really is, and take her biggest gamble ever.
PRAISE FOR TAKE HER MAN
“A funny and sexy look into the world of Black dating by
Octavia that will have you busting out the notepad to jot
down tips on settling the score and finding true
love."—Essence magazine
“An electrifying read... This incredible novel will take you
on an emotional journey. This is a great story about
friendship and finding true love.” —Books2Mention magazine
Grace Octavia is a native of Westbury, New York. Her writing
has appeared in Sisterfriends by Michele Agins and Julia
Chance and Rolling Out magazine, where she was
Editor-in-Chief. Grace Octavia also served as an Associate
Editor at America Online’s Internet magazine, Digital City.
She holds degrees in Creative Writing from New York
University (B.A.) and the University of Georgia (MA). She is
currently working on her Ph.D. at Georgia State University,
in Atlanta.
Bestselling author Vanessa Davis Griggs presents a thrilling
new novel filled with scandalous secrets, impossible
choices, and supreme tests of faith—the culmination of her
superb Blessed Trinity series.
Memory Patterson has been hiding from her family for far too
long, until a chance meeting with Pastor Landris and his
pregnant wife, Johnnie Mae, leads to a shocking revelation
and a reunion. But can her loved ones trust that the
ever-conning Memory has really repented?
Meanwhile, Johnnie Mae experiences complications with her
pregnancy, and Pastor Landris learns he may have to make an
impossible choice—one that will amount to spiritual warfare.
And Johnnie Mae’s friend, Charity, finally comes
face-to-face with the painful truth about her past. As
secrets come to light, can hope and the power of faith mend
these shattered, fractured lives?
PRAISE FOR BLESSED TRINITY “This inspirational novel leaves the reader eager to
know what Griggs plans next for this spiritual
family.”—Publishers Weekly
“An excellent rendition of inspirational prose… A novel
filled with mystery and intrigue; battles for supremacy and
scenes of humility; love won and love lost; relational
difficulties, struggles of the psyche imbedded in the lives
of the men and women within the body of Christ. Blessed
Trinity outlines these themes and boldly shows the power of
God to overcome and conquer.”—Romance in Color.com
Vanessa Davis Griggs is a motivational speaker and the
author of Wings of Grace and Promises Beyond Jordan, as well
as the Blessed Trinity series. She lives in Birmingham,
Alabama.
Mary Monroe—New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe
delivers a powerful and provocative new page-turner about one woman’s
search for love in a world where secrets don’t always stay hidden, and
the choices we make in one rash moment can change everything…
Even
in high school, Dolores Reese and Floyd Watson know they are soul mates.
When one bad decision sends an innocent Floyd to prison for life,
Dolores promises to stick by him.
But
while Floyd’s world stands still, Dolores lands a position working for a
cruise line and meets Paul, a successful businessman. Paul offers her
the kind of future she always imagined having, and Dolores is sure she
can continue to visit Floyd without revealing that she’s married to
another man. When Floyd is suddenly freed on new evidence, Dolores makes
a fateful choice—to live a double lie, devoting herself to two different
husbands in two different cities. And soon she discovers just what can
happen when love, dishonesty, and dangerous jealousy collide…
PRAISE FOR MARY MONROE
“A
remarkable talent.” —Chicago Sun-Times
“This is truly a phenomenal account of duplicity, double-crossing, and
karma.” —Romantic Times on Deliver Me From Evil
“Opens with a bang….a standout.” —Publishers Weekly on Gonna
Lay Down My Burdens
“Magnificent, coarse, funny, and terrifying.” —San Francisco
Chronicle on The Upper Room
“A
highly satisfying page-turner—and one that will stand out.” —Publishers
Weekly on God Don’t Like Ugly
Mary Monroe is the New York Times bestselling author of
Deliver Me From Evil, God Don’t Play, In Sheep’s Clothing,
Red Light Wives, God Still Don’t Like Ugly, Gonna Lay
Down My Burdens, God Don’t Like Ugly, The Upper Room,
and the novella “Nightmare in Paradise” in Borrow Trouble. An
avid traveler, Mary currently lives in Oakland, California.
Essence® bestselling author Daaimah S. Poole’s newest novel tells
the sultry, dramatic story of two women who mistakenly believe that
having a rich man’s baby will be their ticket to the easy life…
Sistahs Tanisha Butler and Adrienne Sheppard crave money and security,
so they come up with the perfect plan: have a rich man’s baby and walk
away with a fortune in child support.
Adrienne soon scores big with an NFL star, and Tanisha
snags a pro basketball player in Europe. Their plan is working—until Adrienne’s
man finds out about all the rich athletes in her past, and Tanisha’s man turns
out to have an ex who’ll do anything to get him back. And soon, their simple
plan is turning into a very dangerous game…
PRAISE FOR DAAIMAH S. POOLE:
“The
voice of a new generation.” —Karen Quinones Miller
“Plenty of drama.” —Publishers Weekly
Daaimah S. Poole is a mother and a Temple University graduate with a
degree in journalism. She began writing her first novel, Yo Yo Love,
at age nineteen while working as a receptionist at her aunt’s beauty
salon. Daaimah is a Philadelphia native. Readers can visit her at
www.daaimahspoole.com
From the acclaimed author of Trouble Loves Company comes a smart,
sexy, heartfelt new novel about friendship, love, lust—and a whole lot
of trouble in between.
After finding her husband in a compromising position, Renee goes back to
her hometown, but once again finds herself looking for love in all the
wrong places. Practical nurse Danielle Brooks gets a shock when she
discovers her daughter is about to give birth to a baby fathered by
Danielle’s ex. Her current boyfriend is ready to commit, but when
Danielle enlists Renee’s help to test his fidelity, things go too far.
Meanwhile, their friend Kayla is getting married, but lost opportunities
with an old flame keep her second-guessing her choice. As things come to
a head in each woman’s life, there’s a whole lot of praying going on…and
more drama than they ever expected…
PRAISE FOR TROUBLE LOVES COMPANY:
“Daniels has penned an entertaining read… If you like nonstop calamity
with strong soap opera undertones, this is the book for you.” —Rawsistaz
Reviewers
Angie Daniels grew up on the South side of Chicago but later
relocated to Columbia, Missouri. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in
Business Administration as well as a Master’s Degree in Resource
Management. Her books include Trouble Loves Company, In the Company
of My Sisters, When It Rains, Love Uncovered, and When I First
Saw You. She lives in Missouri.
Honey Thomas, the unforgettable heroine from
Sweeter Than Honey, returns in this gripping,
fast-paced new novel from Mary B. Morrison, New
York Times bestselling author of When Somebody
Loves You Back and Somebody’s Gotta Be On Top.
Honey Thomas changed her name and fled Las
Vegas, far from Valentino, the sinister pimp who
wanted her to keep quiet after witnessing a few
too many illicit activities. Now Valentino is in
jail and Benito, his right-hand man, is
determined to get revenge and get all of the
money stolen from him.
Benito only has two contacts to infiltrate
Honey’s world: Grant and Girl 6. When they both
show up at Honey’s door—Grant looking to
rekindle their relationship and Girl 6 with a
deathly warning for Honey—she knows she needs
someone to help her make the right decision. Who
else to help her than Sapphire Bleu, the police
officer who gave her Valentino’s millions? But
when Sapphire turns up missing, Honey has to
revert to her old tricks to protect her own
life…
PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF MARY B. MORRISON
“A page-turner from the start.” —RAWSISTAZ
Reviewers on Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This
“A page-turner that will keep readers’ attention
and entertain them in the process.” —QBR, The
Black Book Review on He’s Just a Friend
“The hottest book I’ve read this year.” —Carl
Weber on He’s Just a Friend
“Morrison delivers a deep, passionate story that
holds readers from beginning to end.” —Black
Issues Book Review on Never Again Once More
“Hot sex and high drama move Morrison’s latest
page turner.” —Publishers Weekly on When
Somebody Loves You Back
Mary B. Morrison is the New York Times
bestselling author of Sweeter than Honey, When
Somebody Loves You Back, Nothing Has Ever Felt
Like This, Somebody’s Gotta Be On Top, He’s Just
a Friend, Never Again Once More, Soul Mates
Dissipate, Who’s Making Love, and Justice, Just
Us, Just Me. She’s also the coauthor of She
Ain’t the One with New York Times bestselling
author Carl Weber. She lives in Oakland,
California with her son, Jesse Byrd, Jr. Visit
Mary at
www.marymorrison.com.
New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe,
one of today’s most provocative storytellers,
delivers a sensational new novel—in paperback
for the first time—about the high-stakes game of
love.
Once upon a time, Christine and Jesse Ray had
the perfect marriage. But twelve years later,
J.R. has become obsessed with his business
empire and is taking his wife for granted.
Christine finds herself tempted by her old
haunts and the people she thought she left
behind long ago—people like Wade Eddie Fisher, a
bad boy with good looks.
Even though Wade is far from dependable, he
offers Christine something she can’t resist.
Soon she’s immersed in a sultry affair, and
concocting a risky scheme that could deliver
everything she has ever wanted—or shatter the
lives of everyone around her…
PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF MARY MONROE
“Gonna Lay Down My Burdens opens with a bang…a
standout.” —Publishers Weekly
“Monroe once again skillfully delivers a crafty
story wrapped around a host of heartwarming
characters battling everyday struggles and
obstacles, even as she entertains readers with
spurts of unexpected comedy and tragedy.”
—Library Journal on God Don’t Play
“Monroe’s richly drawn characters will stay with
readers long after the book is finished.”
—Booklist on Gonna Lay Down My Burdens
“Clearly the work of a real talent.” —San Jose
Mercury News on The Upper Room
Mary Monroe is the New York Times bestselling
author of God Don’t Play, God Don’t Like Ugly,
God Still Don’t Like Ugly, The Upper Room, In
Sheep’s Clothing, Gonna Lay Down My Burdens, and
the novella “Nightmare in Paradise” in Borrow
Trouble. An avid traveler, Mary currently lives
in Oakland, California. She loves hearing from
her readers via email at
authorauthor5409@aol.com.
In this follow-up to her compelling debut novel,
Want Some, Get Some, author Pam Ward proves that
looks can be deceiving…
With her pale skin, heart-shaped lips and
piercing gaze, ten year-old Paula is luminous.
No one can believe that Margie, as
bronzed-skinned as she is plain, could possibly
be Paula’s mother. But Margie knows better –
because behind Paula’s innocent, girlish beauty
lies the heart of a destructive soul who
literally loves to play with fire, cannot
control her temper, and in school, has a proven
proclivity towards violence. Margie hopes that
moving closer to the California waters will
snuff out the mysterious, growing flame in her
daughter’s heart, but Bernard, their new
neighbor and funeral parlor owner, immediately
senses that there is something “strange” about
little Paula – something that he does not want
in his home or place of business.
Bernard, a man with secrets himself, decides
that his new neighbors may need a little
encouragement to find another place to live. But
Paula, though still a child, has keen instincts
of her own. As her suspicions about Bernard
unravel and lead to a suspenseful, disturbing
battle of wills, the most shocking of secrets
are revealed.
PRAISE FOR WANT SOME, GET SOME
“An outstanding debut novel…original,
fast-paced, and full of the drama that keeps the
pages turning. Don’t sleep.” —Darren Coleman,
Essence® bestselling author
Pam Ward is a Los Angeles native. Her work can
be found in Best American Erotica 2002, Men We
Cherish, and her poetry was featured in Catch
the Fire!!! She is the recipient of a California
Arts Council Writing Fellowship and a New
Letters Award for Poetry. This is her second
novel.
Essence® bestselling authors and reigning stars
of urban lit, Wahida Clark and Kiki Swinson team
up to deliver two scintillating drama-filled
tales about life on the streets.
Wahida Clark Enemy in My Bed
Kreesha has a good hustle going on—selling and
transporting drugs by mail. And she has a good
man, Reign. Only trouble is, Reign has a wife,
Sparkle, and neither woman is giving up easily.
And when Reign gets involved in Kreesha’s
business, things get a lot more complicated…
KiKi Swinson Keeping My Enemies Close
Larissa is fed up with the cheating men. Her
best friend, Tenisha, knows where Larissa needs
to look in order to find the perfect man who
won’t stray—prison! Larissa is soon involved
with Sean Miller, who’s doing ten years for a
drug charge. But when Larissa starts smuggling
drugs into prison for him, she finds out exactly
who her friends are…
Wahida Clark was born and raised in Trenton, New
Jersey. She decided to write fiction while
incarcerated at a women’s federal prison camp in
Lexington, Kentucky. Crowned the “Queen of Thug
Love Fiction” by Nikki Turner, the “Queen of Hip
Hop Fiction” herself, Wahida’s style of writing
is the template for urban literature. Her
bestselling novels include Thug Matrimony, Every
Thug Needs a Lady, and Payback is a Mutha.
KiKi Swinson was born and raised in Portsmouth,
Virginia, and discovered her flair for writing
after completing her first novel, Mad Shambles,
while serving a five-year sentence at a federal
prison. Since then she has written several more
novels, including Wifey, I’m Still Wifey, and
Life After Wifey.
From Mary B. Morrison, New York Times
bestselling author of When Somebody Loves You
Back, She Ain’t the One, and
Somebody’s Gotta Be On Top, comes a sizzling
novel about a survivor who’s risked everything
to reinvent herself and must now decide what
kind of life—and love—she wants.
Lace St. Thomas operates a wildly successful
Vegas escort service. When one of her girls
turns up dead, and her boss, Valentino, bribes
her boyfriend Benito to make sure Lace keeps her
mouth shut—by any means necessary—Lace fakes her
death and flees to Atlanta.
Reinventing herself as Honey Thomas, she creates
a counseling company that helps victimized
women. She also lands a new man, Grant. But
Honey’s dark past could just tear them apart,
and it will take everything she has to save the
new life she’s worked so hard to build—and to
gamble on love one last time…
PRAISE FOR MARY B. MORRISON “Morrison delivers a deep, passionate story
that holds readers from beginning to end.”
—Black Issues Book Review on Never Again Once
More
“Hot sex and high drama move Morrison’s latest
page turner.” —Publishers Weekly
Mary B. Morrison is the national bestselling
author of When Somebody Loves You Back,
Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This,
Somebody’s Gotta Be On Top, He’s Just a
Friend, Never Again Once More,
Soul Mates Dissipate, Who’s Making Love,
and Justice, Just Us, Just Me. She’s also
the coauthor of She Ain’t the One with
New York Times bestselling author Carl Weber.
She lives in Oakland, California with her son.
Visit Mary at
www.marymorrison.com.
National bestselling authors J.D. Mason (This
Fire Down In My Soul) and Victor McGlothin (Ms.
Etta’s Fast House) and combine their
literary talents to deliver a double dose of
intrigue…
“The Lazarus Man” by J.D. Mason
When a young female city employee is murdered,
the case brings together an unlikely team: an
investigative reporter, a loner detective, and a
homeless man named Lazarus who claims he
witnessed the killing. With the detective at the
helm, the trio soon unearths the shocking truth…
“Tomorrow’s Edge” by Victor McGlothin
Smart, sexy P.I. Vera Miles has a strange new
client: a handsome drifter with amnesia who
believes he’s killed someone—though he can’t
remember who or why. But as Vera gets closer to
solving the mystery, she wonders if her client
is better off without his memory…
Essence® bestselling author Victor McGlothin is
a former bank vice-president who nearly
forfeited an athletic scholarship due to poor
reading skills. Victor is also an on-line
columnist of Victor Said…, a real Brotha to
Sistah look at relationships. He lives in Dallas
with his wife and two sons and his hard at work
on his next novel. Visit his website at
www.victormcglothin.com.
J.D. Mason is the national bestselling and
award-winning author of the novels Don’t Want
No Sugar, One Day I Saw a Black King,
and And On the Eighth Day She Rested. Her
short fiction appears in the Zane anthology
Blackgentleman.com. She lives with her
family in Denver.
From the talented author of Criss Cross and
Expired comes a haunting, stirring story about a
female gang leader in L.A. who learns that some
forces are more powerful than she ever imagined…
One night in South Central L.A., a teenage boy
named Q is shot and paralyzed by the LAPD after
a hip-hop concert. Q’s best friend, Brandi, is a
smart eighteen-year-old on the road to college
and an M.B.A. But Q’s senseless beatdown shakes
her to the core, prompting her to change
direction and become the organizer of a feared
and dangerous female gang.
Finally forced to go underground to evade the
authorities, Brandi meets a mysterious stranger
who tries to warn her about future turf wars and
destruction. But can Brandi get past the need
for revenge and save herself before it’s too
late?
ADVANCE PRAISE FOR STREET VENGEANCE "Rhodes tells it like it is for many teens
in (and outside) the hood who struggle to deal
with a violent society that all too often
embraces money over faith." --Publishers Weekly
"[Street Vengeance] does not disappoint in the
action, drama, and realism departments... A
cautionary tale." --Library Journal
Evie Rhodes is a novelist, award-winning
songwriter, and award-winning music video
scriptwriter. She is the writer of “Standing in
Da Spirit” which won a Canadian Music Award for
Best Gospel Album and the scriptwriter for
“Changed,” which won for Best Gospel Video. She
is the author of The Forgotten Spirit,
Criss Cross, Out “a” Order and
Expired. She lives in Hartford, Connecticut.
In Live and
Learn, national bestselling author Niobia Bryant introduced
unforgettable sistah-friends Alize, Dom, Moët, and Cristal. Now the
ladies are back—with even more drama in tow…
Monica Winters, aka
Alize, is an ambitious grad student working beside the man she loves
and once rejected. As his wedding to another woman draws near, she
turns to her married therapist for comfort—until he refuses to end
their relationship.
Life is going well
for Latoya James, aka Moët, until her babydaddy, a
multi-platinum rap artist, announces he wants sole custody of her
child. Keesha “Dom” Lands is a former stripper fighting her
addictions while she works at her daughter’s daycare center, but a
medical scare will send her back to her old life. Meanwhile,
Danielle “Cristal” Johnson’s relationship with a sexy handyman is
threatened when a New York socialite pulls her away from the girls
and her man…
PRAISE FOR THE
NOVELS OF NIOBIA BRYANT “In Bryant’s first mainstream offering, she does a great job of
bringing forth characters that are feisty, diverse, and interesting…Live
and Learn is a pleasurable reading experience.” —Romantic
Times
“Thoroughly enjoyed
and highly recommended.” —RAWSISTAZ Book Reviews on Heated
Niobia Bryant
is the national bestselling and award-winning author of nine novels.
She writes full time, splitting her time between New Jersey and
South Carolina. Readers can visit her at
www.niobiabryant.com and
www.myspace.com/niobiawrites.
Essence®
bestselling author Alex Hairston, a new master of sexy, edgy
fiction, follows the steamy She Creeps with this
scintillating new novel that offers a twist on the modern-day love
story.
After breaking up
with his longtime girlfriend, Renee, because she was fantasizing
about a coworker, Joel is determined to find a good, wholesome woman
to marry. He thinks he’s on the right path with his new neighbor,
Erin. She seems to be everything he’s ever wanted in a woman, and
before they reach their second date, they’ve shared a passionate
night together.
But Joel has no idea
that Erin has made a pact with her best friend, Kenya, to share any
good man they find—in every way possible. And now every man’s
wildest fantasy is about to come true for Joel.
PRAISE FOR ALEX
HAIRSTON’S LOVE DON’T COME EASY “This novel is a quick, entertaining read that is both
poetic and erotic.” —RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
Alex Hairston
was born and raised in Baltimore. He is a former U.S. Naval Hospital
Corpsman and graduate of the Johnston School of Practical Nursing.
He is the author of If Only You Knew, Love Don’t Come Easy,
and She Creeps, and lives in Randallstown, Maryland, with his
wife and three kids.
In her sexy,
fast-paced Dafina debut, Linda Villarosa boldly probes the issues of
race, desire, family, and friendship with seductive storytelling and
an unforgettable voice.
Angela Wright is a
young black magazine writer whose life has settled nicely into
place. Her fiancé, Keith, is a professor of African-American
history, and Angela’s mother—an icon of black empowerment—can’t wait
for them to set the date. Then a chance meeting leaves Angela
consumed with desire for an intriguing stranger…
Angela’s best
friend Mae, a full-figured Southern girl, is always there to ground
her, whether they’re joking about “good hair” or gossiping about
their rival Tatiana Braithwaite, who they refer to as a “milk
chocolate Barbie”. As Angela explores her new passion, everything
she’s come to believe is called into question. And the answers she
finds will surprise everyone—especially herself.
PRAISE FOR PASSING FOR BLACK “Finally the story we’ve been waiting for, delivered in page
turning, finely written prose by one of my favorite writers.” --E.
Lynn Harris, New York Times bestselling author
“Passing for Black
is Kissing Jessica Stein meets Good Hair. The
characters are outrageous and real and heartfelt. Linda Villarossa
has written an important, entertaining debut. Brava!” --Benilde
Little, author of Who Does She Think She Is
Linda Villarosa
is a freelance writer and editor She is a former editor of TheNew York Times, where she redesigned and expanded health
coverage for the Science Times and for the newspaper at
large. She was also the executive editor of Essence®
magazine. Linda is the author of Body & Soul: The Black Women’s
Guide to Physical Health and Emotional Well-Being, which was a
Blackboard bestseller, and coauthor of Finding Our Way:
The Teen Girls’ Survival Guide and The Black Parenting Book.
She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her partner and their two
children.
From the basketball legend whose slam dunk made WNBA history comes a
candid, touching and inspiring memoir and a gripping
behind-the-scenes look at the cutthroat world of pro sports.
Lisa Leslie first learned to play basketball as a young teenager in
South Central Los Angeles. Soon she was breaking state records, but
life away from the courts was less happy. Lisa never knew her
father, and shuttled between relatives while her mother drove an
18-wheeler full time.
Here, Lisa recounts her metamorphosis from a gangly teen to a
world-famous athlete known for her poise, her beauty, and her tough
play. Lisa’s incredible tale of overcoming adversity will appeal not
only to sports fans eager to know more about a pioneer of the game,
but to all young people looking for a strong, graceful role model.
PRAISE FOR DON’T LET THE LIPSTICK FOOL YOU “There are a lot of young girls out there who look up to Lisa
Leslie. I think it’s great that they can look at Lisa and say we
don’t have to make sacrifices.” —Sheryl Swoopes, Houston Comets and
U.S. Olympic Team
“Lisa is doing for women what Michael Jordan has done for young
men.” —Michael Cooper, Lakers great and L.A. Sparks head coach
“She has it all: beauty, brains, and athleticism. She brings class,
fashion, and she’s sassy in her own way. She has all that and the
championship rings to back it up.” —Nancy Lieberman, ESPN analyst
and Hall of Famer
“Lisa Leslie is absolutely one of the best players ever to play the
game. She is a leader who works hard, plays hard, and carries
herself with incredible poise, grace and dignity. She is an icon and
a perfect role model.” —Bill Walton, ESPN commentator and NBA Hall
of Famer
Lisa Leslie is a three-time, gold medal Olympian, three-time MVP of
the WNBA, and two time world champion with the Los Angeles Sparks. A
philanthropist and former model, she is married to Michael Lockwood
and recently gave birth to their first child.
Larry Burnett is an Emmy award-winning journalist and sports
broadcaster. He has known Lisa for fifteen years and has anchored
Sports Center, Olympic coverage, and The NBA Today Show for ESPN.
This is his first book.
Move over Zane! Devon Scott’s debut novel is a sexy, thrilling
page-turner about a man caught in a web of passion, lies, and
revenge.
Ryan is smart, successful, happily-married—and has the best of
everything. But the ambitious business executive can’t stop thinking
about the one woman he can’t have: Olivia. She’s his friend, his
co-worker…and his best friend’s wife. And it only takes one
irresistible moment to ignite their relationship into an insatiable
fire…
But Ryan’s erotic fantasies are slowly unraveling his career,
marriage, and friendships as he discovers his mind-blowing tryst was
all a treacherous charade. Now his obsession threatens to ruin all
he’s worked so hard for, drawing him deeper into a web of illicit
desire, deceit, and danger.
PRAISE FOR DEVON SCOTT
“Deliciously devious. A
mouth-watering must-read. Devon Scott delivers the sexiest story
imaginable.” —Mary B. Morrison, New York Times
bestselling author
“A poetically scripted scandal
that will keep you on the edge.” —Miasha, Essence bestselling
author
“There’s a new erotic voice on the
scene! Devon Scott has woven a story so sensual—with plotlines
so thick—that Unfaithful
will leave you salivating from one chapter to the
next.” —Velvet, author of
The Black Door
“Scott is an author to notice . .
. Seduction, deceit, anguish and obsession flow in this
page-turner.” —Romantic
Times Book Reviews, 4 stars
Devon Scott lives in Washington, D.C. This is his first novel.
The second book in Vanessa Davis Griggs’ Blessed Trinity Trilogy
combines the appeal of Jan Karon and Terry McMillan in a powerful
story of a congregation looking toward heaven—while dealing with
life right here on earth.
When Pastor George Landris, the dreadlock-wearing minister of the
new mega-church, Followers of Jesus Faith Worship Center, urges his
congregation to cast off their strongholds, or weaknesses, it’s the
start of intense soul-searching for many. From a married couple’s
twin addictions to gambling and gluttony, to a female member’s
adulterous affair, the Pastor’s church family is about to open the
proverbial floodgates, and some revelations will strike close to
home.
Insightful, witty, and always poignant, Vanessa Davis Griggs
delivers another compelling novel that takes readers behind the
scenes of mega-churches and demonstrates the amazing power of
redemption and faith.
PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF VANESSA DAVIS GRIGGS “Outstanding.” —Library Journal on Promises Beyond Jordan
“This inspirational novel leaves the reader eager to know what
Griggs plans next for this spiritual family.” —Publishers Weekly on
Blessed Trinity
Vanessa Davis Griggs is a motivational speaker and the author of
Blessed Trinity, Wings of Grace, and Promises Beyond Jordan. She
lives in Birmingham, Alabama.
From the author of If These Walls Could Talk, Nothing But Trouble,
and The People Next Door comes a captivating and insightful new
novel about four mature, sophisticated friends whose reunion
triggers life-altering changes for each of them.
Elyse, Susan, and Grace are thrilled when their friend Pat organizes
a reunion for past residents of the Chicago housing project where
they grew up. Like the building itself, the four are turning
fifty—and about to begin a brand-new chapter in their lives…
Elyse’s husband, thirteen years her senior, seems to be slowing
down. But does that mean she has to? Susan’s marriage is faltering
since her diagnosis of breast cancer, but a former flame is waiting
to reignite the spark. Twice divorced, Grace finds a welcome
distraction in an old friend, while Pat, who once gave up the love
of her life, may get a second chance…
PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF BETTYE GRIFFIN “A compelling drama about three families striving for the
American dream.” —Booklist on If These Walls Could Talk
“The characters are entertaining and the audacity of some keep the
pages turning. This is sure to be a hit with book clubs.”
—Multicultural Review on The People Next Door
Bettye Griffin is the author of If These Walls Could Talk, Nothing
But Trouble, and The People Next Door. She lives in the North
Chicago suburbs with her husband. Visit her at
www.bettyegriffin.com.
In Pat G’Orge-Walker’s latest, most soulful and side-splitting send-up
of church life yet, a hilarious cast of parishioners battle their worst
vices, the funny and serious sides of aging—and each other…
As the senior citizen matrons of the Ain’t Nobody Saved But Us—All
Others Goin’ to Hell church, Mother Sarah Shady and Mother Sasha Pray
Onn’s devotion to the Lord must compete with their passions for gambling
and holding grudges. After a scuffle at a secret Bingo game, bumbling
Reverend Bling Moe Bling gives the women two tickets to Las Vegas to
pacify them.
In Vegas, Mother Shady befriends a destitute young woman named Zipporah,
with surprising results. Meanwhile, Mother Pray Onn wreaks havoc, the
Reverend and Ima Hellraiser arrive, and the chaos and comedy begin to
get seriously—and hilariously—out of hand...
Pat G’Orge Walker is a writer and performer. As Sister Betty, she
performs at over forty shows per year at churches and other religious
gatherings, universities, and writers’ conferences. She lives in Elmont,
New York with her family.
This powerful and provocative short story collection from Ann Petry,
bestselling author of The Street, is reissued to take its rightful place
among the classics of modern literature.
Miss Muriel and Other Stories, originally published in 1971, was the
first short story collection by a female African-American. These
thirteen remarkable short stories reveal Ann Petry’s gift for telling
details, social insight, and perfectly rendered dialogue.
Here are timeless tales of aspiration, frustration, love, and prejudice
in all its guises, written over the span of Petry’s career.
Unflinchingly candid and uncannily perceptive, Miss Muriel and Other
Stories confirms Ann Petry’s standing as one of the most distinguished
and talented African-American writers of the past century.
Ann Petry (1908-1997) is the author of several books, including The
Street, which has sold over one million copies, and The Narrows.
A dazzling debut novel from a fresh new talent who captures the hilarity
of everyday life in a charming novel of modern love.
Faye Abrahams is a thirtysomething woman faced with an important
decision. Should she A) abandon her “hit it and quit it” credo and take
up with Carl, the divorced father of three who appears intent on slow
dancing his way into her heart? Or, could she go with option B) and give
her old childhood sweetheart, Venard, aka Scoobie, a chance to prove
he’s truly the changed man his newfound spirituality and success as a
corporate chef suggests? Further complicating Faye’s choice is the
sudden unraveling of a secret from her past that she has long kept from
everyone…
Praise for After the Dance
“After the Dance is a fast-paced delight with a plotline so intriguing
and dialogue and characters so real, I had to keep reminding myself that
I was reading fiction. It is an easy read with NO dull moments. I was
hooked from the first page to the last. This is a five star new story
from a five star new author!” —Mary Monroe, New York Times bestselling
author
“Unique, interesting characters and sharp, crackling wit laced with
occasional pathos make this first novel a genuine winner.” —Gwynne
Forster, author of Getting Some of Her Own
“With its Southern charm, impossible-to-resist characters and hilarious
take on relationships, this book is a must-read!” —Tu-Shonda L.
Whitaker, Essence® bestselling author of The Ex Factor
Lori Johnson has a master’s degree in Urban Anthropology from the
University of Memphis. Her stories and essays have appeared in Upscale
Magazine and Obsidian II: Black Literature in Review. She lives in
Charlotte, North Carolina, with her family. Visit Lori online at
www.loridjohnson.blogspot.com.
Now available in paperback—a sidesplitting send-up of church life “full
of fun-loving, unforgettable characters that readers will find
themselves endeared to for years to come” (New York Times bestselling
author Zane).
Birdie Tweet is a newcomer to the Oh-Lawd-Why-Am-I-Still-Single church
group, and her love life is just as unpromising as the others'. When
Birdie realizes she and several other ladies have been duped by a suave
con artist named Lyon Lipps, the group devises a way to get
payback…while improving their chances of meeting men at the same time.
They’re going cruising aboard the aptly named ship Desperation of the
Seas, and they’ve tricked Lyon into sailing along with them. Soon the
ladies are sailing the high seas, riding a wave of bickering, betrayal,
and unholy behavior, with plenty of laughs—and a few genuine
revelations—along the way…
PRAISE FOR CRUISIN’ ON DESPERATION
“A winner! Using the one-of-a-kind humor that has made her the Queen of
Gospel Comedy, Ms. Walker pens a tale so funny that you’ll fall out of
your chair laughing, and so poignantly realistic that you’ll wipe tears
from your eyes….A must-read.” —Angela Benson, author of The Amen Sisters
“No author can write a superlative story combined with gut-splitting
laughter and a strong spiritual message every time—unless that person is
Pat G’Orge Walker.” —Jacquelin Thomas, author of Defining Moments
Pat G’Orge-Walker is a former record industry veteran who has worked for
several major labels including Epic, Def Jam, and Columbia. She has also
performed with the legendary ’60s girl group, Arlene Smith and the
Chantels as well as with gospel groups. In 2003, G’Orge-Walker released
Sister Betty! God’s Calling You, Again! followed by Sister Betty! God’s
Calling You, Again! in 2004. In between writing books and spending time
with her husband Rob in the Long Island home, Pat is busy touring the
country performing her sold-out One Woman Sister Betty comedy show.
Stephanie Perry Moore, author of the bestselling Payton Skky books,
presents the fourth in a Young Adult series that combines the best of
teen drama with uplifting Christian themes.
Perry Skky Jr. is having regrets about taking his relationship with
Savoy to the next level—and the anxiety is starting to affect his game.
When he drops a pass during the season opener, the press has a field
day. But things are put into perspective when on their flight home, the
pilot has to make an emergency landing. Suddenly Perry starts to see
things clearly, and he realizes he’s let God and his team down.
Then Savoy drops a bombshell, and Perry must find a way to keep his
unraveling world together, and keep his faith intact…
Stephanie Perry Moore is the author of the Payton Skky, Laurel Shadrach
series, Carmen Browne, and the Faith Thomas Novelzine series. She also
has written four adult titles. She lives in the greater Atlanta area
with her husband and their children. Readers can visit her website at
www.stephanieperrymoore.com
This modern-day classic—nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and voted Best
Book for Young Adults by the American Library Association—is reissued to
empower and delight a whole new audience. “It will rekindle your belief
in the American spirit.” (New York Daily News)
The Ditchdigger’s Daughters is the inspiring portrait of a loving father
who wanted a better life for his six daughters, and whose pervasive
common sense, folk wisdom, and untutored but right-on insights helped
ensure that they got it.
From the tenements of East Harlem to the footlights of the Apollo
Theatre to the halls of an Ivy League medical school, Dr. Yvonne
Thornton has written a family biography that is as moving as it is
inspiring. The wisdom and guidance that gave the Thornton daughters the
strength to keep striving and the remarkable way they transcended race
and gender to fulfill their father’s hopes is a testament to their
father’s love and to the American Dream.
PRAISE FOR THE DITCHDIGGER’S DAUGHTERS
“Inspirational.” —The New York Times Book Review
“Entertaining yet inspiring…a welcome antidote to the many recent books
that have shown the underside of growing up black.” —Cleveland Plain
Dealer
Dr. Yvonne S. Thornton is Director of the Perinatal Diagnostic Testing
Center at Morrison (New Jersey) Memorial Hospital, and an associate
physician at Rockefeller University Hospital. She lives in New Jersey.
Carl Weber—the New York Times bestselling
author of The First Lady and So You Call
Yourself a Man—represents with a straight-up
novel about friendship and love, sex and
betrayal, and how getting some on the side
is never as simple as it seems…
Meet the bodacious women of the Big Girls
Book Club. There’s only one rule to being a
member. You must be at least a size 14…
BGBC president Tammy has the perfect
birthday present in mind for her husband—a
threesome with her best friend, Egypt. If
only Egypt will agree… Isis is willing to
lay down and die for her boyfriend Tony,
until a man from her past steps back into
her life. Single mom Nikki is struggling to
get by—and struggling not to kill her ex,
who disappoints their son every chance he
gets. Good thing her roommate Tiny has got
her back. Coco Brown likes to mess around
with married men, but since she hooked up
with her new man, all she cares about is
making sure he doesn’t stray.
As insatiable about books as they are about
love—or lust—these friends are about to
discover how tough it is to keep it real
when they all have Something on the Side.
Praise for Carl Weber
THE FIRST LADY
“Bestselling author Weber serves up another
scintillating slice of church politics…He
keeps the pacing brisk and loads the
narrative with enough surprise turns to keep
readers guessing to the end.” —Publishers
Weekly
“Weber gives us a front-row pew seat to all
the action going down...” —Essence®
New York Times Bestseller SO YOU CALL
YOURSELF A MAN
“Major revelations and an eye-raising twist
will make even seen-it-all fans gasp.”
—Publishers Weekly
“A delightful and entertaining book.” —Black
Issues Book Review
New York Times bestseller THE PREACHER’S
SON
“Weber spins a lively, revelation-packed
tale deepened by genuine emotion, convincing
detail and smart dialogue.” —Publishers
Weekly
Carl Weber is the New York Times
bestselling author of The First Lady, So You
Call Yourself A Man, The Preacher’s Son,
Player Haters, Lookin’ for Luv, Married Men,
and Baby Momma Drama. He is also the
Publisher and Editorial Director of Urban
Books. He graduated from Virginia State
University with a B.S. in accounting and has
an MBA in marketing from the University of
Virginia. Readers can visit Carl’s website,
www.carlweber.net, and e-mail him at
urbanbooks@hotmail.com.
From the author of Caught in the Mix and A
Hire Love comes a sexy, soul-searching novel
about love lost, new beginnings, and the big
3-0…
Devin Patterson has a successful legal
career, but his personal life is a mess. He
loves his young daughter, but as he nears
thirty, he can’t help thinking about the
true love he let slip away.
He’s not alone. As her ten-year class school
reunion approaches, Taylor Jabowski
fantasizes about getting back together with
Scooter, her high school sweetheart. But
when Taylor and Devin’s paths cross, they
discover they have more in common than
regrets from the past. Now that they’re
older—and hopefully wiser—can they figure it
out?
Candice Dow is a native of Baltimore
and a full-time writer. She is a member of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Rho Xi
Omega Chapter in Baltimore. Readers can
visit her online at
www.candicedow.com, and email her at
Candice@candicedow.com.
Essence® bestselling author Stephanie Perry
Moore presents a powerful Christian-themed
novel in the successful tradition of
Victoria Christopher Murray and Norma L.
Jarrett, in which a woman who has gone
astray sets out to get things right with her
family and with God.
Shari Maddox knows her marriage has
problems, but her complaints to her husband
have fallen on deaf ears. When a book she’s
written it turned into a play, she leaps at
the chance to get away—even if it leads her
straight to temptation.
Bryce McCray, the play’s star, has a lot in
common with Shari. As their attraction
deepens, Shari fears that her relationship
with God is in as much trouble as her
marriage. She needs to set things straight,
but the road to redemption has its share of
surprises, and it will take love and faith
to turn a difficult situation into a
lifelong blessing.
Praise for Stephanie Perry Moore
“Stephanie Perry Moore is back with an
unforgettable cast of characters and a
suspenseful, juicy, can't-put-down read
depicting people of faith managing
unexpected challenges in love and life in
unexpected places." —Victoria Christopher
Murray on Chasing Faith
“Scintillating… This novel is fast paced and
one becomes so involved in the story that it
is somewhat impossible to put down - it
leaves you panting for more.” —Romance in
Color on A Lova’ Like No Otha’
Stephanie Perry Moore is the author
of the Payton Skky series, the Laurel
Shadrach series, the Carmen Browne Series,
and the Faith Thomas novelzine series. She
also has written three adult titles,
including her latest, Chasing Faith. She
lives in the greater Atlanta area with her
husband and their two young daughters.
Readers can visit her website at
www.stephanieperrymoore.com
The national bestselling author of The
Preacher’s Son and So You Call
Yourself A Man returns with a
scandalously spirited new novel about a
woman who will always be her husband’s First
Lady—even after she’s gone…
Charlene Wilson, First Lady of First Jamaica
Ministries, has lived a good life with her
beloved Bishop T.K. Wilson and their two
wonderful children. But now that the Lord
has seen fit to call her home, someone needs
to take care of her man.
That’s why Charlene has planned to hang
around in spirit—to make sure T.K. ends up
with the right woman. First in line is
Marlene, the mother of T.K.’s illegitimate
daughter. Then there’s Monique Johnson, the
unapologetic First Lady of Plastic Surgery
and Implants. Next is Savannah Dickens, the
church’s attractive new choir soloist. And
last but not least is Charlene’s good
friend, Sister Lisa Mae Johnson, widow of
Pastor Lee Jones.
With the help of her friend Alison, Charlene
prepares a series of letters addressed to
the lucky ladies. Alison has vowed to keep
an eye on T.K.’s social life and deliver
them as needed. No one else knows about the
letters, but rest assured, they will shake
up a whole lot of people. Charlene may soon
be gone, but her presence will be felt…
Praise for the novels of Carl Weber
The First Lady
“Weber’s novels are always sizzlers, and his
newest…is no exception.” —The Cincinnati
Enquirer
“Thought-provoking, witty, and
entertaining.” —Library Journal
The Preacher’s Son
A New York Times Bestseller
“A lively, revelation-packed tale deepened
by genuine emotion, convincing detail and
smart dialogue.” —Publishers Weekly
CARL WEBER is the New York Times bestselling
author of So You Call Yourself A Man, The
Preacher’s Son, Player Haters, Lookin’ for
Luv, Married Men, and Baby Momma Drama. He
is also the Publisher and Editorial Director
of Urban Books. He graduated from Virginia
State University with a B.S. in accounting
and has an MBA in marketing from the
University of Virginia. He lives in Long
Island, New York, with his family. Readers
can visit Carl’s website,
www.carlweber.net, and e-mail him at
urbanbooks@hotmail.com.
Four beautiful, professional women, living
on separate floors of a Harlem brownstone
are about to discover they have a lot more
in common than just their address…
Dior’s name is no accident—she’s got a taste
for the finer things in life, and New York
City is just the place to find them. So far
she’s got the job and the apartment. Now she
needs the man—and she hopes she’s found him
on the Internet. Dior is prepared to find
out on Valentine’s Day...
Party promoter Tamara has been recruited
from Atlanta to open a hot new club. All the
women in her family are known for their
great looks, great cooking—and the fact that
they can’t stay married. Tamara is hoping to
break that tradition. But is dating three
different men the best strategy?
With beauty, brains, and a hefty bank
account, Chloe is a BAP on a mission: she
wants to run a top magazine. But just as
she’s up for a big promotion her boyfriend
gives her an ultimatum. Will Chloe choose to
follow her ambition—or her heart?
Casting director Mona-Lisa works hard—and
plays even harder. She’s avoided
relationships her whole life. When a tragedy
opens her eyes to the possibility of true
love, she’s compelled to share a special day
with a man from her past. But she’s
overlooked some crucial details…
One by one, each woman crosses paths at a
local club on Valentine’s Day—and the
secrets about to be revealed will forever
change their lives….
DAAIMAH S. POOLE was born and raised in
Philadelphia and graduated from Temple
University in 2003 with a degree in
journalism. She wrote her first novel, which
became an Essence bestseller, at the
age of 19 while working as a receptionist at
her aunt’s beauty salon. Visit her at
www.daaimahspoole.com.
MIASHA, also a Philadelphia native, worked
as a fashion model before graduating from
Temple University in 2003 with a degree in
communications. She has been featured in
local and national magazines including
Essence and Vibe, and on numerous
radio shows including “The Wendy Williams
Experience.”
DEJA KING was born in Toledo, Ohio, and
raised in California, Maryland, and North
Carolina. Her first novel, Bitch,
really struck a chord with young, hip-hop
urban readers; it has gone back to press and
is currently Triple Crown’s bestselling
book.
T. STYLES was born in the southeast section
of Washington, D.C. and raised in Houston,
Texas. She learned about street life the
hard way—she lived it—and now pours her
experience into her writing.
Lutishia Lovely returns to the Kingdom
Citizens and Mount Progressive
congregations, with updates, and sometimes
upsets, on the lascivious lives of some
scandalous saints.
With infidelity behind them, Tai’s marriage
to her pastor husband, King, is stronger
than ever. Even when King’s ex-lover, Tootie,
comes back to town, Tai keeps her cool. That
is until she hears that Tootie has a teenage
son no one knew existed—a son who could be
King’s. Tootie isn’t talking, and when she
finally does, can she be believed? Tai
doesn’t think so and enlists the help of her
best friend Vivian to find out the truth.
What they find out, however, is more than
either of them ever wanted to know.
Vivian must also deal with her husband’s
former assistant, a woman who believes that
if it wasn’t for Vivian, she would have been
first lady of Kingdom Citizen’s Christian
Center. Now she’s back to claim what’s hers.
Millicent’s back also, just in time for the
marriage of Hope and Cy, the man she thought
she’d be married to by now. But she’s not
the only church member whose dream becomes a
nightmare. What happens when love feels more
like harried hell instead of hallelujah?
There’s only one way to find out…
LUTISHIA LOVELY is an actress, poet, spoken
word artist, and former radio and television
talk show host. Love Like Hallelujah
is her second novel. Visit her website at
www.lutishialovely.com.
When passion becomes necessity, sometimes there’s hell to pay…
Hope Williams doesn’t know what happened—the dream life she worked
so hard to get suddenly feels like a trap. Her successful husband
wants her to be wife-and-mother 24/7, her solid career is becoming a
rut, and none of her friends get why “everything” isn’t feeling like
much to her. Only Anthony understands.
A successful colleague, Anthony sees Hope’s frustrations and the
unfulfilled person trying to find out who she is. Although his
low-key sensitive ways and good looks are so sexy, Hope is sure they
can keep their relationship strictly friendship—until they spend a
sizzling night together. Now she can’t resist the incendiary passion
Anthony promises.
But Hope is fast finding out that too much of a good thing may not
be nearly enough. With her marriage shattered and her life in
turmoil, she’ll have to decide what she’s willing to lose…and how
much more she dares to risk.
SAN CULBERSON has been an avid reader her entire life and feels
privileged at the opportunity to share her imagination with others.
She shops, writes, and lives in Houston, Texas. Visit San online at
www.sanculberson.com.
Mina Mooney’s parents are killing her social life. It’s time to
fight back…
Mina’s fantasy has finally come true. Craig Simpson—the hottest guy
at Del Rio Bay High—has just invited her to the biggest bash of the
year. There’s just one hitch: her parents aren’t down with letting
Mina date a boy they know nothing about. Now she has thirteen days
to give her parents a crash course in Craig, or else figure out how
to get her fine self to the soiree—without alerting mom and pops.
Whatever she decides, she’s going to need reinforcements…
Unfortunately, her peeps are caught up in their own twists and
turns. Jacinta’s boyfriend has been getting on her nerves about
spending so much time in ‘burbville, while rich and sheltered Kelly
just might kick it with Angel, a cute, slick-talking hustler from
the projects. And ever since JZ made varsity basketball, his mind
has been glued to the game instead of schoolwork, which means his
dad might make him drop all sports. As for Mina, if she doesn’t
succeed in enlisting the help of her friends—and fast—her social
life just might hit skid row…
A fast-paced novel about loyalty, love, and friendship, Don’t Get It
Twisted shows what it takes to have a blast while breaking all the
rules…
PAULA CHASE HYMAN resides in Maryland with her husband and two
daughters, where she lives and breathes competitive cheerleading
nine months out of the year. Her writing has appeared in Girls Life,
Sweet 16, Baltimore Magazine, and others. Visit her website at
www.paulachasehyman.com.
Divorced from her philandering husband, Sinclair Dearheart has no
interest in being set up on a blind date—even if Ben Easington is
the best friend of her sister Roxie’s fiancé. Ben isn’t ready for a
new relationship either. Ever since his ex-wife took their daughter
away to California, Ben has been struggling with heartbreak of his
own. For now, Sinclair and Ben will have to meet at Roxie’s wedding.
But their first meeting won’t be their last…
When a hidden secret leads Roxie to flee for Jamaica soon after her
marriage, Ben and Sinclair team up to go after her. There, in the
midst of the most unlikely circumstances, their attraction
emerges…and once they return home, a relationship begins. But will
Sinclair’s fear of another betrayal keep her from trusting Ben—and
from giving love a second chance?
JANETTE McCARTHY graduated cum laude from Wellesley College and went
on to obtain her law degree from Columbia Law School. A former
federal prosecutor, she has served as Assistant U.S. Attorney in
Brooklyn and is currently a partner at a labor and employment firm.
She lives in the Midwest with her family.
Torn
Between Two Lovers
Family
Ties
Don't
Blame the Devil
Darius Jones
Heaven Forbid
Playing Hard To Get
Unconditionally Single
God
Ain’t Through Yet
Visible Lives
Gone Too Far
The Truth Is The
Light
God Ain't
Blind
ALL ABOUT
EVA
THE CHEATING
CURVE
GOD DON’T
PLAY
DIAMOND
PLAYGIRLS 
Up To No Good
Heard It All
Before 
The Candy Shop
Goodness and Mercy
Drama 99FM
A Natural Woman
Somebody
Else's Man
A Change
Had To Come
Tears
to Triumph: Women Learn to Live, Love and
Thrive 
Somebody's
Sinning In My Bed
Notorious
God
Ain't Blind
Heaven Right Here
She Had It Coming
Who's
Loving You
Something
She Can Feel 
What Lies
Between Lovers 
Practicing What You
Preach 
A Price To Pay
Maneater
OBSESSED
A
NEW KIND OF BLISS 
MAKE
YOU MINE 
Playing
Dirty
The Next Best
Thing 
The Company We Keep
Don't Let the
Lipstick Fool You
A
Preacher's Passion
Something
On the Side
The
Narrows
Playthang
A
Different Kind of Blues
His
First Wife
If
Memory Serves
Careful
of the Company You Keep 
Deliver
Me From Evil
Bad
Girls Burn Slow 
Sleeping
With the Enemy 
Sleep
Don't Come Easy 
Street
Vengeance 
SHOW AND TELL 
FOR LOVERS
ONLY 
PASSING FOR
BLACK 
Don't Let the
Lipstick Fool You 
Strongholds
Once Upon A
Project
Somewhat Saved 
Miss Muriel and Other
Short Stories 
After the Dance 
Cruisin' On Desperation
Prayed Up
The Ditchdigger's Daughter 
Something
on the Side
Tappin’
on Thirty 
Wearing
My Halo Tilted 
The
First Lady
Diamond
Playgirls 
Love
Like Hallelujah 
In
Between Men
Don’t
Get It Twisted
Pet
Diva Finds Love
