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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... -
![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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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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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... -
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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... -
![The Beauty of This Street Love 2 by Elle Kayson]()
The Beauty of This Street Love 2 by Elle Kayson
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe Kinseys. Four brothers and one up-and-coming sister. They got the street game on lock, but when it comes to the game of love, things ain't so easy. Tre, the oldest, has his work cut out for him, trying to win back his baby mama, Shamar and cut ties with his ex. Shamar is determined not to settle and if Tre can't step up, she's going to step out... -
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![Giving A Real Thug Kisses by S. Yvonne]()
Giving A Real Thug Kisses by S. Yvonne
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsBeing a BBW has never been easy for Reagan while growing up, but that never stopped her confidence either. Reagan knew she was fine from the thickness of her thighs to her caramel complexion baby doll face. Because of that, she never had a problem getting a man and she knew how to finesse them and leave them until she met her match... -
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Homies, Lovers & Friends 3: A Brooklyn Love Story by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWith the secrets of Mello’s infidelity, Patsy is left with a baby, drinking problem and decision to make on her marriage. For years Patsy’s life has been about her husband... -
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Homies, Lovers & Friends 2: A Brooklyn Love Story by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn part two of Homies, Lovers & Friends, Michelle is left with the fact that her life with Tasheem just might have caused her cousin to be murdered. When taking four steps forward, she feels as if she's pushed back fifteen. Just when she thought she had gotten rid of Tasheem and his evil ways, he came back and decided to cause harm to not just her, but Miracle... -
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Homies, Lovers & Friends: A Brooklyn Love Story by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMichelle and Kelsie have never had it easy, but the one thing that has remained consistent in each of their lives are each other. Both in their early twenties and with the stress of the world on their shoulders, they both manage to still be there for each other through it all... -
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All I Want is that Hood Love by Mercedes G
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHaving the picture-perfect marriage seems rational when the only person you live, breathe, and love is your husband. Twenty-four year old NaTaysia is convinced the only man that is capable of loving her is her handsome, sophisticated husband JaMel Taylor. JaMel is the only man she has known emotionally, physically and mentally... -
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All I Want Is That Hood Love 2 by Mercedes G
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIt was never on NaTaysia’s agenda to attend an engagement party for the man she’s having an affair with. Even after the engagement she is still torn with mixed emotions between her husband of 6 years and her drug addiction; Mega. Still trying to secure her own infidelities, she soon finds out that she isn’t the only one with hidden secrecies... -
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![Keyshia and Cashmere: A Jersey Hood Love Story by Karma Monae]()
Keyshia and Cashmere: A Jersey Hood Love Story by Karma Monae
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsKeyshia wasn’t your typical hood chick from the bricks. And with beauty, education, and a hustler’s ambition, she proved just about everyone who doubted her wrong. Making it to the top wasn’t easy, but with her brother Ru, and his crew behind her, she was destined to make it happen... -
![In Love With The King Of Harlem by Jahquel J.]()
In Love With The King Of Harlem by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsQua loves Wynner. Wynner loves Qua. Easy enough, right? But Wynner came with two brothers who couldn't stand Qua with their baby sister. Qua couldn't stand not having Wynner with him, even if he didn't have his life together. With faith, his word and love, he grabs his love's hand and marries her at the court house... -
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Snatched Up By A Cali Lunatic For The Summer by Masterpiece
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMeet Spirit Saint, a God-fearing Christian woman, dedicated to serving God and pleasing her parents. At the age of twenty-six, she has yet to experience any exciting fun outside of church. That is until she meets Lunatic, a hot-headed gang member who has now dedicated his life to rapping... -
![She Ain't Never Met Another N*gga Like Me by Jahquel J.]()
She Ain't Never Met Another N*gga Like Me by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsItaly has always had dreams of going away to college. Those dreams seemed like a far reality when she finds out that she’s pregnant. While she thought her life was over, her saving grace, by the name of Chase, comes and saves her. In her first year of college in Atlanta, she has to come back home to care for her younger sister once her mother dies in a car accident... -
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Homies, Lovers & Friends 5: A Brooklyn Love Story by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe gang is back for one last ride. Milli is in love with being a family man, but can't help but to think why Kelsie doesn't want to give him a baby. Kelsie is still dealing with the emotions from the last time she was pregnant with Milli's baby... -
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Two Sides to a Love Story: Rico & Raja's Story by Natavia
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRico and Raja are back with their own story from Who Wants That Perfect Love Story Anyway. Rico is a nineteen year old college student who is the youngest member of the FAM. He struggles with his past and his future. He is torn between two women who he has feelings for but he is only in love with one. Is it Raja? Raja is a twenty year old hairstylist with a bad attitude and loud mouth... -
![All I Want is that Hood Love 3 by Mercedes G]()
All I Want is that Hood Love 3 by Mercedes G
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMega and Taysia are back and the chemistry between them is bigger and better than ever! Only this time, the tables have turned and their relationship is being tested by the power of love. Mega’s tired of playing games and there’s a new chick in his life, but there’s something about Taysia that he just can’t seem to shake... -
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A Thug's Love 4 by Jessica N. Watkins
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe kingdom is crumbling... Jada and Dolla were the ideal couple. Through thick and thin, Jada was a ride or die companion for her street hustla, Dolla. She fought everyone and everything off; foes, obstacles, and side chicks. Jada was a straight shooter and a force to be reckoned with. She loved her man, family, and crew with all of her might… and then her world came tumbling down... -
![A Thug's Love 5: The Finale by Jessica N. Watkins]()
A Thug's Love 5: The Finale by Jessica N. Watkins
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSex and bad decisions. That's how Jada had been surviving the multitude of bad luck that had been hurling her way, as of late. The only thing positive in her life, the only thing that made her smile, was her kids and Brooklyn. However, just as her luck had been, both are at risk of being taken from her permanently. Brittany is still clinging to life, while Brooklyn fights to keep his... -
![B.A.E. 3: Before Anyone Else by Jahquel J.]()
B.A.E. 3: Before Anyone Else by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAfter hearing another woman pick up Zane's phone she is convinced he is cheating. But, is he? With the wounds of miscarriage still opened, will the couple have a chance to get closure? Or will they continue to blame each other? She has the ring but will she ever get to walk down the aisle to become Mrs. Whitfield?Monett is in love and ready to start her lifetime with Hakeem... -
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![Beautiful: The Epitome of a BBW by Tyanna]()
Beautiful: The Epitome of a BBW by Tyanna
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA BBW is a woman who’s brilliant, beautiful, confident, and comfortable in the skin she’s in, and that’s exactly what thirty-year-old Blu Stevens had grown to be. Being a plus sized woman hadn’t always been an easy task, but with the help of the one person she loves dearly, Blu has learned to love all of her... -
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End Of Time II by Charae Lewis
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSada gives a new meaning to sleeping with the enemy. When her relationship with Ju is exposed, she learns a shocking discovery that makes her sick to her stomach. What she thought was a blossoming love affair, turns out to be a betrayal that snatches the air from her lungs. She’s filled with regret but soon learns that everything she once knew was just a facade... -
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![We Could Never Be 2 by Charae Lewis]()
We Could Never Be 2 by Charae Lewis
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe hardest decisions are made when a person follows what needs to be done instead of falling for temptation. Kadon assumed detaching from Cyra was the appropriate choice, but the void in his life is speaking a volume that’s almost deafening. Telling himself that it was for the best isn’t enough. The emptiness consuming him feels as if he‘s drowning in a body of water... -
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Summertime Shootout: Trappin' Through The Snow Spin-Off by BriAnn Danae
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe secret child.The menace to society.The chosen one.Following a chilling winter of revelations and newfound relationships, sunshine breaks through, and Koya Priest finds herself basking in its rays. Before truly enjoying them, dark clouds warn her of a brewing storm. When one lie turns into two, she finds herself going against everything she knows is morally wrong... -
![Who's Gonna Love You Better 2 by Kendra Sumter]()
Who's Gonna Love You Better 2 by Kendra Sumter
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratings*This is a re-release of Ain't Nobody Gonna Love Me Better part two*Nykia and Rontreius has found that once in a life time love in each other. They looked past what society deemed as flaws and saw the true person. Their love is strong and unconditional. But, not everyone is happy with their union.Rontreius learns how his family truly feels about him... -
![Who's Gonna Love You Better by Kendra Sumter]()
Who's Gonna Love You Better by Kendra Sumter
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratings*This is a re-release of Ain't Nobody Gonna Love Me Better*In today’s society people look for validation from others. They have forgotten that loving and being happy with yourself is the most important form of validation.Nykia Wilson is a thirty-year-old registered nurse. By society standards she wouldn’t be accepted. Most would say there’s nothing special about her... -
![Ficciones / El Aleph / El informe de Brodie by Jorge Luis Borges]()
Ficciones / El Aleph / El informe de Brodie by Jorge Luis Borges
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSi hay juego en esa álgebra metafísica con que Borges captura el universo, también lo hay en la praxis de su elaboración narrativa... -
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Mafia Princess by Deja King, Michelle Monay
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe story of a Goon and his Daughter Semaj Richardson was raised by the streets, and her ambition was to own them. Changing foreign whips as she hustles one major drug dealer after another is just a day in the life with her treacherous father as her #1 partner in crime. The devious duo s schemes lead to murder plots and countless setups... -
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Snow 2: The Finale by Jessica N. Watkins
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA love story birthed in the streets and fueled by cocaine… When Snow Wilson graduated from high school, she would have never imagined that such unimaginable deadly circumstances would snatch her off of the campus of the HBCU and land her in the world wind of the drug game... -
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![Asim: A Hood Love Story by Lakia]()
Asim: A Hood Love Story by Lakia
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAsim, a man whose name symbolizes savior, protector, and guardian. With a handsome face and a chivalrous demeanor, Asim is a devoted father to his two daughters. Navigating the complex world of co-parenting with his ex-wife while fulfilling his final year of service in the US Army... -
![Defined by My Curves 2: Falling for A BBW by Tyanna]()
Defined by My Curves 2: Falling for A BBW by Tyanna
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGenesis knows that what happens in the dark always comes to light, but this one particular secret, she thought would follow her to the grave. The revelation of her secret causes Demonte’ to snap. Although everything happened before his time, that didn’t stop the anger surrounding him. That is not the only thing that’s bothering Demonte’... -
![Outta Her League by Charae Lewis]()
Outta Her League by Charae Lewis
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“The heart has reasons that reason does not understand.” When Rhyon is presented with an opportunity that can change the course of her life, she’s left stumped. Unfortunately, this chance includes a risk, and after careful consideration, Rhyon throws caution to the wind. What she didn’t anticipate was encountering Santana... -
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My Hood King Gave Me A Love Like No Other by Miss Jenesequa
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThey’ve secretly been in love with each other from their very first encounter but convinced themselves that they mean nothing to one another. Until one unexpected night, four days before her wedding to another man, changes everything... Indira Porter has always been a survivor... -
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Homies, Lovers & Wives: The Matrimony by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe couples from Homies, Lovers and Friends are back, except they all are wives. All except for Patsy. With her relationship with Brunson heating up, is it too much heat for her? Brunson wants a future with Patsy, and Patsy is cool with just seeing where things go. Convinced that she’s not totally over the betrayal that Mello put her through, she continues to push Brunson away... -
![Royal Majesty 2: A Dope Boy Love Story by Chrissy J]()
Royal Majesty 2: A Dope Boy Love Story by Chrissy J
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBefore Majesty could say anything, the only sounds that could be heard was gunshots... -
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Cuffed By a Trap God by Nikki Nicole
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“He never really loved me.” Malone Sophia Adams, born and raised in the gritty streets of East Atlanta, Zone 6. She’s been in a committed relationship, with her first love Crim for six years. On the outside, looking in you would think Malone had at it all. The love of her life and two beautiful children, a nice house and fancy cars... -
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Property of a Rich Nigga 2 by Jessica N. Watkins
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn part 2 of Property of a Rich Nigga, Jah struggles with the loss of Faye and Buck. Coupled with the stress of heading the crew and his family, he unravels chaotically. Messiah is fighting the need to finally mature and become a man... -
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All The Dope Boys 'Gon Feel Her 2 by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn book one, Kenni’s path takes her to Virginia where she runs into Haze. After not seeing him for years, she finds out that time had been treating Haze well. He’s far from the next door neighbor with busted shoes and hand me down clothes that she remembers. Time has provided him with money, cars, and jewelry, all the stuff that Kenni had been fascinated with, that he didn’t have back then... -
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![She From The Gutta by BriAnn Danae]()
She From The Gutta by BriAnn Danae
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRaised in the rough streets of Kansas City, Harlem Lawson is well aware of the struggle. Having witnessed crime, poverty, death and much more at such a young age; Harlem learned to make a way when there was no way. Due to unfortunate circumstances, and fear for her family, Harlem’s mother packs them up and relocates to a shelter away from everyone and everything she’s accustomed to... -
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Meeting Mungo Thunk by Keith A. Pearson
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA laugh-out-loud tale of love, life lessons, and an odd little man named Mungo Thunk. Bathroom scales were not an appropriate gift for his fiancée’s birthday … apparently. Adam Maxwell isn’t a bad man—he’s just a man who doesn’t stop and think... -
![B.A.E.: Before Anyone Else by Jahquel J.]()
B.A.E.: Before Anyone Else by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsYou know those summer night, cool breeze, everybody is outside and kicking it? Music blaring, you chilling with your girls, watching the guys? Well, that's how it went for Moët. Moët Rubins, was sitting on her best friend's stoop with her girls, kicking it and having drinks, when a drop top Maybach pulled onto the block and out hopped out Zyair Zane Whitfield, the undefeated heavy weight champ... -
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Still the Baddest Bitch by Deja King
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAaliyah Mills Carter has to step up and watch the throne, to prove she has what it takes to be the Baddest Bitch. Chaos has always surrounded her family but now death may have hit too close to home. There are so many questions but not enough answers... -
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The One I Gave My Heart To by Mercedes G.
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe heart is a fragile part of the body that can easily be broken if it’s not handled with care; which is why one should be very vigilant of whom they choose to give it to. Mia, is a 23-year-old independent phlebotomy tech who is living her life worry and drama free. It isn’t much... -
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B.A.E. 2: Before Anyone Else by Jahquel J.
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHappy hoes ain't hatin' and hatin' hoes ain't happy. That's how Moet feels as she steps into the role as Zane's fiancée. She can handle the blogs, but her anger won't allow Cabrina to keep disrespecting her relationship with Zane...
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