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Years of suppressing my truest desires and most prominent needs in our relationship had my emotions all over the place, heart hardening and every element that made me a woman seem like a flaw. The softness that I was founded on wasn’t welcomed. Over the years, I’d managed to dilute my vulnerability, conceal my pain and deal with my feelings alone. I was merely a shell of the woman that I’d entered the relationship as. But, today, I was reclaiming my power.| This is a novella. |

Mika was a girl who liked to have fun. Young and beautiful, her life was all about drinking, partying, hitting the club, and kicking it with whatever brother could take her to the next level physically. But it all changed in an instant when she found herself at the wrong place, at the wrong time – and with the wrong man. Having seen something she shouldn’t have, Mika goes on the run. But constantly looking over your shoulder takes its toll, and Mika soon finds herself beaten down by a life of perpetual vigilance

In the segregated South of the mid-1900s, 14-year-old Nell bears witness to a world that embraces the oppression of women. She is fascinated with the prospect of being an independent person - but when she turns 16, she is married off and brought to the city of Boston as a bride. Nell is a shy girl who must quickly learn how to be a wife and mother. She quickly discovers that she must acquire new skills to navigate the unknown territory of the North, as well as her relationship with her husband, Henry, who is controlling and emotionally abusive.

I knew he was mine. From the minute I laid eyes on his rounds and my oxygen supply suddenly shortened, I was curious. But when he opened his mouth and his words serenaded my soul, I was convinced. And, when my heart stopped at the sight of his chest-rattling smile, I was concerned.

Rachel Gibbs closes a chapter in her life and embarks on a new career as media liaison and spokesperson at the Empowerment Agency. Yet, a year on the job, Rachel discovers her power-hungry boss and CEO of the agency, Roger Williams, is a criminal. Some will do anything to come out on top, while others become unwitting victims, and a seemingly inscrutable Williams will stop at nothing to ensure his own survival. The whirlwind of love, friendship, and infidelity is nothing compared to the inevitable hurricane of danger that threatens to destroy them completely.

If you have ever said these words “the struggle is real”, then I can guarantee you can relate to the stories and learn from the lessons this author shares. Like many young excited entrepreneurs, Erica “Ms. Precious” McGee jumped into the world of entrepreneurship headfirst at the young age of 21 years old. She figured she could swim, so what's the worst that could happen? Learn how she turned the fear of failure into her success. Sometimes you can't win for losing and you can't win until you lose.

I’ve been going to his establishment for over a year now. Flirting, winking, blowing kisses, and he stills acts as if I don’t exist. Then, Saturday night happened…. I was locked in his embrace, and I discovered that there was no place on earth I would rather be than in his arms.

How to Start Your Own Business is the ultimate guide for you to open up your own successful service business and maximize your life! Put your hope and ideas to life with the strong foundation you’ll be able to build from this book. It’s very easy to understand, even for those who have never had a background in business before.

For Nicki Cole, it's been five years since her last date. Besides her eight-to-five job, the only company she keeps is with her friends Angela, Sissy, and Turner Classic Movies. There must be more to life than this, and she's determined to find it.

When Kelly met Brian, she thought she found her Prince Charming. She gave him what every other man in the hood wanted - all of her. Everything was going great for them after they welcomed their son Jordan, until it wasn’t. Brian couldn’t stop fooling around. Kelly was forced to move in with her cousin. She found herself making one poor decision after another.

In 'My First Talk with God,' we meet a little girl named Kesha, who sees her grandma praying and wonders how she can talk to God, too. Her grandma first teaches her a simple prayer then helps her learn how to pray from her own heart, and together, they share a very special moment. When little Kesha tries praying by herself for the very first time, she's thrilled! She discovers she can talk to God anytime she wants, and it feels like making a new friend who is always there to listen.

After a near seven-month hiatus, here you go.

In “Beyond the Five Stages,” we set out on a meaningful and illuminating trip through the complex and frequently misunderstood terrain of sorrow. While the five stages of grief are well-known, this book delves deeper, illuminating the multifaceted nature of the grieving process. Grief is an emotion that transcends conventional boundaries, and this book explores its myriad forms. It reminds us that grief isn't limited to losing a loved one; it extends to losing dreams, relationships, and the very essence of our identity.

The journey of healing occurs simultaneously with the journey of self-discovery, as one continues to understand and embrace who they are, shedding all those things that deter them from becoming their greater self.

Ever had a man to put you first? Prioritize your presence. Emphasize your existence. Maintain his focus... on you? Over everything? As if it was nothing? I hadn’t either, not until him. Not until Harlem Knight.

I loved the way he made me feel. The way he warmed my insides and made my lady parts drum. I loved the way he looked at me, as if I was the best thing that God had created. And, just for him. His round eyes and solid frame was a source of inspiration. I found myself scribbling his features into my pieces. One after the other. Stroking my canvas as I imagined he'd stroke me. And, when he finally did, we'd make one unique piece.

Ember and Judah have loved each other since children, but business interests and family ties have kept them apart. While Judah is trying to protect his precious empire, Ember is trying to protect her heart—even if it means ending their long-term affair.

It seems as though Teyona just can’t get a break. After Bobby Johnson, her once secret young lover, accidently lost his life in pursuit of revenge against Teyona and her husband, she begins to think that she is hallucinating when suddenly one night she sees someone who looks identical to Bobby. Is the sighting of Bobby Johnson’s look-a-like a figment of her imagination, an indication of something more sinister to come, or is Bobby really stalking Teyona from the grave?

I've been getting real used to being his lady. Being loved, made love to, and feeling like this is where he belongs. Then realization happened.... The words of my mother became real. Why buy the cow, when you can get her milk for free? I discovered there's no place I'd rather be than in his bed. But, only if he decides whether this thing between us is for real or a situational deal. I refuse to play house if he's not willing to be husband. And I refuse to be his sex toy for the sake of having a wonder boy.

Araceli and Sydney were best friends from elementary through high school and college. They were unaware of each other's broken, dysfunctional homes and went their separate ways after graduating. Ten years later, the two stunningly beautiful women reunite by chance in Las Vegas. Both living professional lives in their chosen career fields, they relish in all the glitz and glam that Sin City offers. As one commits to a marriage, the other enjoys a reverse harem lifestyle.