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Loving Dasia by Ana'Gia Wright

 

Dasia Warrington gave everything she had to Jerimiah, but when he confesses his love for her best friend at the altar, Dasia walks away without hesitation.  By chance, her path crosses with real estate tycoon Grimarious Guatreaux whose money has only brought him heartache. After hearing her story he vows to show her what true love is all about. However, her ex-fiancé has other ideas and he’s determined to do whatever it takes to get her back. READ MORE

 


In Love with a Younger Man by Cheryl Robinson


At forty-three years old, Oleana Day feels restless. She just needs change, and a direction. She’s found it in Matthew Harper. He’s smart, financially stable, drop-dead sexy, and has no baggage.

 

There’s just one problem—he’s 18 years younger, and he’s full of surprises. But what unfolds between them is something neither would have guessed—an unexpected romance about coming to terms, coming of age, and fighting for the love of your life. What do you do when you think you've married the wrong person? READ MORE

 


Like a Good Neighbor by Dwayne Murray, Sr

Chaos ignites and hell’s fury is unleashed in this battle of good versus evil . . .

Besides sharing the problems of living in a deteriorating building, the thirteen tenants at 666 Cypress Avenue all have very deep and bitter hatred towards one another. READ MORE


This Time for Real by Yahrah St. John

 

For five years, widowed NYU professor Peyton Sawyer has avoided romance—which only makes her immediate attraction to cool, handsome community center director Malik Williams more surprising. Volunteering at his center spurs a smoldering connection. So why does Malik back off as soon as Peyton is ready to risk her heart? READ MORE

 


The Road to Seduction by Ann Christopher

 

Isabella has always known where she stands with Eric. The gorgeous millionaire is her best friend, her confidant…and the one guy who’s completely unaware of her as a woman. At least he was, until a road trip unleashes some serious sexual tension — the potent but complicated kind! But falling for a playboy like Eric is a sure path to heartache, no matter how hot their physical chemistry.

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Night Biters by A. J. Harper

NIGHT BITERS is the first in a series of young adult novels targeted toward readers who enjoyed Harry Potter and the Twilight series but yearn to read about characters that reflect their own rich diversity.

NIGHT BITERS tells the story of 16-year-old Jamilah and her 14-year old brother Omari, when the two arrive in the city of Oakland, CA to stay with their aunt and uncle, a mysterious stranger gives Omari a magical compact disc and crucifix. READ MORE

 

 

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New Book Reviews

Have Mercy by Earl Sewell

After the death of her parents, Carmen took on the responsibility of raising her younger sister, Nikki.  The home they made for each other was peaceful until Nikki began hanging out with the wrong crowd, which caused friction between her and her sister.  Carmen devotes all her time and energy making a nice home for them, never spending any time on herself or a social life.  Will an encounter with a rough-around-the-edges man open a whole new world for Carmen?

12 Stories High: The Imaginative Trip Through A Black Mind by Justin Thomas

12 STORIES HIGH: The Imaginative Trip Through a Black Mind by Justin Thomas is creative stories that sometimes take place in the past but cover the Black situation today. The stories show racism still exists, but many feel it is no longer an issue. "Just Walked Us" tells of a youngster on a trip to the museum with his class, took a detour and saw the display of Africans being brought to America as slaves. His teacher and tour guide evidently felt the display wasn't worth visiting so they skipped it. Even the Blacks who were looking at the display had no respect for the pain those people suffered.

Sassy by Gloria Mallette

Romance novelist, Sassy Davenport showers her readers with castle in the sky romances.  When she meets handsome architect, Norris Yoshito at her book signing, he falls head over heels in love with her and Sassy’s captivated by his charm, creating the same love fantasy she writes about in her novels. However, falling in love with him could be deadly.

A Price To Pay by Angela Winters

Carter Chase will never accept the fact that his beloved ex-fiancée, Avery, married another man.  He vowed he would win her back, no matter what it takes.  He devises a plan he’s sure will have her running back into his arms.  Avery loves her husband and tries to keep peace between him and Carter, but whenever she’s in the presence of Carter, her emotions go haywire.  A near fatal accident has Avery running to Carter’s side and he has her where he wants her.  However, life has a way of throwing a mean curve ball.

The Next Best Thing by Deidre Berry

Event Coordinator Tori Carter has it all, a wonderful job, loving family, friends, the perfect home, and has planned her own storybook wedding.  An event she is sure will be the talk Kansas for years to come.  Stop! Rewind! Is this a dream or reality?

Body By Night by Zuri Day

A broken love relationship, a stressful home life, and terrible eating habits send plus-size beauty, D’Andra Smalls to the emergency room.  After being diagnosed with high blood pressure and diabetes, D’Andra is determined to live a healthier lifestyle.  She begins by making better food choices and joining a fitness club, but the lack of support from her family and her own low self-esteem makes taking control of her life challenging.