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Hood Supreme 2 by Mz. Lady P.
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Alexander Family is back like they never left. With their fate resting in the hands of the government the ladies in their life have to run things. Miyani, Gavin, and Dream have stepped up in a major way for the men that they love. While her grandsons have been behind the wall Ms. Gladys has groomed the girls to be the Boss Bitches that Team Supreme needs... -
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Hood Supreme by Mz. Lady P.
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIt’s always been said that Chicago is one of the most corrupt cities in the nation. From the beginning of time criminals have partnered with political figures in an effort to retain control. These partnerships have kept criminals a step ahead of the law and politicians richer. Team Supreme is a criminal organization that has done just that. Meet Givenchy, Prada, and Fendi Alexander... -
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King & Queen of the Hood by Shvonne Latrice
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAt a young age, Andreka Nicholas was thrown into a dangerous world she knew nothing about, taking her from a normal teenage girl to the main chick of a street soldier overnight. What initially seemed to be the worst night of her life, turned out to be what Andreka thought to be a blessing in disguise. She had everything a girl could ask for until she didn't anymore... -
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![The Billionaire's Daughter: Kari Kassom by K. Renee]()
The Billionaire's Daughter: Kari Kassom by K. Renee
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRaised to always be a boss, Kari Kassom, the daughter of Julez Kassom has grown up and ventured out on her own. Now that Christmas time has come around, Kari is headed home to be with her family but she’s bringing more than just presents. Kari has a few secrets of her own that just might ruin Christmas... -
![Confessions of a Hustla's Housekeeper by Jahquel J.]()
Confessions of a Hustla's Housekeeper by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAfter losing his wife to the streets, Roddy decides to move him and his family to Atlanta, Georgia. Swearing off love, he eventually falls for the beautiful socialite of Atlanta, Jia Love. With a combined three million followers across all her social media accounts, she’s that girl. Falling in love with her, he just wants to make her his wife, and a mother figure to his son and daughter... -
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Daddy's Gurlz 3 by Diamond D. Johnson
Rated: 4.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe main question that everyone wants to know is, “Who shot Uzi?” With the lifestyle that Uzi lives, it could be anyone. We’re talking about a woman here, who has grown men that envy her because of her status in the streets... -
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King Of The Streets, King Of My Heart: A Daddy's Gurlz Spin Off by Diamond D. Johnson
Rated: 4.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis spin-off starts exactly where Daddy’s Gurlz ended. This time, we get to know the other supporting characters a little bit more.First, there’s Aries Washington. Aries is a boss in every way, running her own business as a prominent hairstylist in Miami, Florida. She is in a relationship with Jahquez, and the two of them are going on eight years together... -
![I Got Love For A Carolina Hustla by Nikki Brown]()
I Got Love For A Carolina Hustla by Nikki Brown
Rated: 4.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTo love, honor and cherish are the vows that Ocean clung on to when she married her first love Bryce Charles. What Ocean didn’t know was that Bryce had his own meaning of the word marriage and faithful was nowhere in his vocabulary. Knowing her worth, Ocean decides to call it quits with Bryce and focus on herself, not knowing that her thug in shining armor was right around the corner... -
![A Love So Good: The Chamber Brothers by K. Renee]()
A Love So Good: The Chamber Brothers by K. Renee
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsLife for the Chamber Brothers can be described many different ways but easy is a word that can never be used. After the death of their mother, brothers Priest and Nas step up to run their father’s drug empire.A true test of loyalty helps Priest Chamber find out his marriage isn’t really built on unconditional love... -
![Turned Out By His Hood Mentality by Diamond D. Johnson]()
Turned Out By His Hood Mentality by Diamond D. Johnson
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIn part one of this wild, roller coaster series, we were introduced to the beautiful, educated, and single Normani Davidson. Some might wonder, why is a woman like Normani single? Was it was just a matter of waiting for her Mr... -
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She Gave Her All to the Hood's Finest by Shvonne Latrice
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCamarih Marlon is your typical pretty girl from the hood. Enduring hardship after hardship, and constant tragedies, has drained any hope of having a better life from the beauty. After one traumatic event in particular, Camarih realizes that life will never be what she wants it to, and expects nothing less than good old misfortune... -
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Thug Passion 2 by Mz. Lady P.
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThug and Tahari have been through it all in such a short period of time. It seems like the odds have been stacked against them since the day they met. They're in a losing battle to live happily ever after. The love that they share for one another has proven to be stronger than anything their enemies have thrown at them... -
![Hood Boyz Fall in Love Too by Shvonne Latrice]()
Hood Boyz Fall in Love Too by Shvonne Latrice
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOwen Santiago hasn't been dealt the greatest hand in life, with one tragic event, in particular, changing her for seemingly forever. Not willing to let the hardships drag her down, she presses forward, making herself happy the best way she knows how and by any means necessary... -
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My G by Natavia
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsKeosha Wilkins is a twenty-year-old go-getter. Her dream is to make it out of the hood and raise her younger siblings away from the gang violence that’s on a rise. When she comes across a man from her past, her world gets turned upside down. What happens when Keosha falls in love with a man who stands for everything she disowns?Seyeon Farrah aka Budda is a young, rich and street savvy gangster... -
![The Beauty of This Street Love: A Texas Tale by Elle Kayson]()
The Beauty of This Street Love: A Texas Tale by Elle Kayson
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThose who knew the streets in Houston knew one thing for sure. The four brothers of the Kinsey Cartel were as crazy as hell. The oldest two, Tremell and Tristan, aka Tre and Tripp, might just have been the craziest of all. Crossing any of them could end your life, especially given Tre’s unique skills at murder... -
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Snow White and the Seven Hustlas by Natavia
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsShanessa Williams, also known as Redz, is a hustla at heart. With street smarts and beauty, Redz has always known she wasn’t the average around-the-way hood chick. Growing up in the toughest neighborhood in Annapolis, Redz only knew one way to survive—being a dope girl. Unfortunately, the jackboys see her as an easy target... -
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Last Bitch Standing by Deja King
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIn the final installment of the Bitch Series, Precious Cummings only has one agenda and that is to destroy her most conniving enemy yet, Maya. Precious has no doubt that she can shut it down, the only problem is locating her nemesis who has disappeared with her husband, Supreme and daughter, Aaliyah... -
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Daughter of A Thug Wife of A Gangsta by Mz. Lady P.
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLove has never been easy and Ka’Jaiyah Kenneth is learning that the hard way. After all these years of being known as the problem child she realizes she needs to Boss Up. Especially, if she truly wants to be Mrs. Yahmeen Nazari. It won’t be an easy task for Yah-Yah because she’s a spoiled, rich, Daddy’s girl that’s set in her ways. She may be content with that but Yahmeen is not... -
![Who Wants That Perfect Love Story Anyway 2 by Natavia]()
Who Wants That Perfect Love Story Anyway 2 by Natavia
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe couples are back fighting for love harder than ever! Cam and Royal are on the ins and outs. Royal is fed up with Koran and Camren’s games. Is he willing to throw in the towel or give it a go? Will Camren figure out who she wants before it's too late? Jamie and Ashaun were getting on the right track until they were startled with news that will put pressure on their marriage... -
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Thug Paradise by Mz. Lady P.
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNow that Ka'Jaire "Thug" Kenneth is Boss of Thug Inc. formally the Santerelli Crime Family, he has handed his street operation over to his young protege King Carter. Standing on the battle lines besides King is his younger brother Nasir and their childhood friend Dutch, the three young rich niggas are making their mark on the streets of Chicago... -
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Hood Supreme 3 by Mz. Lady P.
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTeam Supreme is back like they never left. This time around it’s extremely personal. The Alexander Family has lived many years believing that Chanel was dead. Now that she’s alive and well. It’s time for the family to collect on all debts owed to her. Chanel is back with a vengeance and ready for war. With Ms... -
![12 F#^king Days Of Christmas by Natisha Raynor, Trenae]()
12 F#^king Days Of Christmas by Natisha Raynor, Trenae
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsK. Renee Presents is coming through with 12 F#^king Days of Christmas that will give you everything you need from billionaires, bosses, trap kings, to freaky dominate women. Twelve authors… Twelve stories…... -
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![Homies, Lovers & Friends 4: A Brooklyn Love Story by Jahquel J.]()
Homies, Lovers & Friends 4: A Brooklyn Love Story by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWith all that these couples have been through, you would think things become easier. That's not the case at all! Michelle is caught by Thor at prison visiting someone. Is it Tasheem, or is it someone Michelle has been hiding all along? With the restaurant closed, Thor has to make some decisions on what he's going to do with Maggie... -
![That's The Way Love Goes 2 by Unique.]()
That's The Way Love Goes 2 by Unique.
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWe left off with Suny saying some pretty hurtful things, and though the couple keeps trying to move forward in their relationship, it seems that things seem to be getting in the way. With the question of his baby’s paternity in the air, Suny and Kross are at a standstill in what we thought would be their happily ever after... -
![Mano & Melani- A Hood Love Story by K. Renee]()
Mano & Melani- A Hood Love Story by K. Renee
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe wedding of the century is about to go down but there will be some drama first!Mano cannot wait to marry Melani, but secrets from his past may break up the union he fought so hard to build.Melani ultimately chose Mano whether her father agreed or not, now that all this drama is coming into their lives... -
![Hooked 2: Addicted to A Supreme Love by Bianca Marie]()
Hooked 2: Addicted to A Supreme Love by Bianca Marie
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThings have gone from Perfect to horrendous in Denim’s life. The man who helped her, who became her saving grace, is now the man who’s caused all of her pain. She doesn’t think she could ever forgive Supreme for his role in her parents' death, but they say that word love is a strong magnet. And when two people's chemistry is magnetic, it's impossible to let it go that easily... -
![My Baby is a West Coast King 4 by Shvonne Latrice]()
My Baby is a West Coast King 4 by Shvonne Latrice
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis book contains "My Baby Is a West Coast King Valentine's Day" short story, and then "My Baby Is a West Coast King IV".The couples are back, and although their relationships are stronger and more legal than before, trouble somehow found a way to seep through the cracks. Being famous has it perks but it also has it's drawbacks, and the couples learn this the hard way... -
![King Of The Streets, King Of My Heart 2: A Daddy's Gurlz Spin Off by Diamond D. Johnson]()
King Of The Streets, King Of My Heart 2: A Daddy's Gurlz Spin Off by Diamond D. Johnson
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn the first installment of King of the Streets, King of my Heart, we got to know some of the characters on a more personal level. Aries, who is pretty much the rock for all her friends, had been battling the pain of feeling lost and unfulfilled in her relationship... -
![A Billionaire Finessed My Heart by K. Renee]()
A Billionaire Finessed My Heart by K. Renee
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCiera and Ari are sisters experiencing life’s up’s and downs, ever since their father was murdered they vowed to always be there for each other. Ciera and Ari have goals to accomplish, and nothing is going to stand in their way. Never having been in a real relationship, neither girl is equipped to deal with the extra emotions that it takes... -
![Loving You Without Limits by Diamond D. Johnson]()
Loving You Without Limits by Diamond D. Johnson
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRodney Wiggins. That name rang bells through just about every part of South Florida. Rodney is a senior in high school, and just about every university wants him to pick their school for college due to his phenomenal skills on the football field. The thing about Rodney is that football is his first true love... -
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Saint by Lakia
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter the passing of their mother, Saint Carmichael is raised by his older brother Bishop—who is a true example of his brother’s keeper—ensuring that he wanted for nothing while keeping him away from everything street related. Saint’s life is mapped out with several college basketball scholarships to choose from and a future with the NBA on his horizons... -
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Back to the Streets by Treasure Hernandez
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Romeo and Juliet of the streets are still struggling to find their way back to each other after fate has cruelly separated them.In order to move up in rank on the streets of Flint, Michigan, Malek knows that he’s going to have to deal with some jealous players in the game, but when he’s forced to go up against players on his own team, the rules change... -
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![Love In The Outfield by Kaylyn Kiara]()
Love In The Outfield by Kaylyn Kiara
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen Khru McKinney steps on the field for the Union City Comets, his performance demands all eyes on him, but he likes to keep his personal private. Noa Adams is a fearless culinary genius who pours her heart and soul into creating food that is nothing short of magic.They live separate lives intertwined in a fiery clash when fate unexpectedly throws them together... -
![Back to the Hood by Treasure Hernandez]()
Back to the Hood by Treasure Hernandez
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn this latest installment of Treasure Hernandez’s super hot series, the intensity heats up even more—more drama, more sex, more lies . . . more Flint! Ever since fate sent them down separate paths, Halleigh and Malek have been trying to work their way back to the innocent love they once shared... -
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Upside Down In Love by Dominique Thomas
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTraveling down a road where I see no ending. He never had good intentions with my heart from the beginning. Novah, Billie and Normani navigate through life with their heads held high despite their tumultuous relationships with the men they fathered kids with. Novah fell into love quickly with Carter. They were young. He was a rising NFL star and she was a popular video vixen... -
![I Gotta Be The One You Love by Latoya Nicole]()
I Gotta Be The One You Love by Latoya Nicole
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratings17 year old Kira has already been through more than someone in a lifetime... Dealing with an unthinkable situation at home and being a loner at school, all she wants is some peace in her life... On the outside, Tre seems to have it all. Being the star of the basketball team, girls throw themselves at his feet. He is used to the attention except where he craves it most... -
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Boss Up: Episode I: Shooting Shots by Aubreé Pynn, The Editing Boutique
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOn this episode of WAGS...Aspiring hairstylist, Logan Taylor, has put her dreams on hold to see her sister through school, per her parents last wishes. Stressed and working two jobs ─ barely making ends meet and on the brink of a burn out, she’s faced with no other choice; get another job and hope things let up… soon... -
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Continuous by Kennedy B.
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat if one day everything fell into place? What if one day that toxic love didn’t exist, and instead of stop and go, it was continuous? DaVinci is a fighter, fighting for more than just a title, but to stay out of the shadows of a family he didn’t choose. Fighting was all he had, until he encountered a woman just as driven and unfulfilled... -
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Gangstress by India
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJanelle Doesher never wanted to be a hustler’s bitch. She wanted to be a bitch that hustled, bottom line! She watched in awe as her father became notorious on the vicious streets of Detroit and silently waited for a shot under his umbrella. After tragedy strikes her family, Janelle is black-balled to the bottom... -
![Trickin' by Brandi Johnson]()
Trickin' by Brandi Johnson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat's a girl gotta do to get what she wants out of life? According to Ra'Keeyah Jackson, she'll do whatever it takes.Ra'Keeyah has million-dollar dreams. She's determined to come up, and she won't stop until she does. Nothing is going to stop her from getting the hottest clothes, the finest men, and money to burn... -
![Irresistible Valentine by Tamara Ferguson, Natalie Ann]()
Irresistible Valentine by Tamara Ferguson, Natalie Ann
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFind Your Irresistible Valentine.. -
![A Dangerous Kiss: A Grayson Friends Novel (Grayson Friends (7)) by Francis Ray]()
A Dangerous Kiss: A Grayson Friends Novel (Grayson Friends (7)) by Francis Ray
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBestselling author Francis Ray will have fans cheering for the Grayson family's friends--when two perfectly matched opponents go one-on-one in A Dangerous Kiss.Sexy, single sports consultant Payton "Sin" Sinclair has tackled the world's most valuable players--and most eligible women... -
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![Black Love White Lies: A BWWM Romance by Genesis Woods]()
Black Love White Lies: A BWWM Romance by Genesis Woods
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAudrielle Freeman hasn’t really been dealt a fair hand when it comes to love. With an ex who she assumes left her for the next, a mother who is always on her about her weight, and a current boyfriend whom she finds in an awkward position on their anniversary, she’s still optimistic that true love will happen for her one day... -
![A Woman's Worth by Tracy Price-Thompson]()
A Woman's Worth by Tracy Price-Thompson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEmbracing the shattered pieces of the soul and championing the resilient nature of the heart, A Woman’s Worth takes readers on a journey of startling depth... -
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View Park by Angela Winters
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWelcome to the scandalous, glamorous, intriguing world of one of the country's wealthiest and most powerful African-American families... Los Angeles-based cosmetics tycoon Steven Chase has come a long way from his humble beginnings. Steven's family, including socialite wife, Janet, and four grown children, live a life of privilege in exclusive View Park... -
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Blind Pass by Monty Jay
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEmerson GreeneBeing the life of the party had always been easy until one fatal night five years ago sent him into a spiral of self-destruction. A night that cost him, not only his best friend, but also the only woman he's ever loved. The bad boy of the NHL is trying to outskate the ghosts of his past. Searching for redemption by clinging to his sobriety and fighting for his spot on the Fury...Categorized as:
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![Our Pool by Lucy Ruth Cummins]()
Our Pool by Lucy Ruth Cummins
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOn a hot day, people come from all over the city to spend the day at the pool in this joyful picture book that’s a love song to summer, the city, community, and staying cool!Today is a pool day in the city! The sun is shining, so what are you waiting for? Friends and family. Kids and grandparents. Big bodies and small bodies... -
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Denver by Tess Oliver
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBook 3, the final installment in Tess Oliver's Bestselling FMX Bros series.Strong. Passionate. Confident.Will Denver's irresistible new neighbor be the one to finally capture this FMX bro's heart?When Denver Mathison moves into a house at the beach, the last thing he expects is a beautiful and tempting upstairs neighbor...
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