African American English

On Christmas Eve, 1951 in New Orleans, fifteen-year-old Johnnie Wise is sold into prostitution by her domineering mother, and her dreams of being an Evangelist or nightclub singer like Billie Holiday vanish like the notes of an old song. In her new life, surrounded by powerful men with even more powerful secrets, Johnnie finds that she can use romance with the men that pay to sleep with her to her advantage, and the teenage girl finds herself thrown into a world of wealth, bribery, and cold-blooded gangsters. But, the underbelly of New Orleans in the fifties isn’t without its dangers.

The Jacob’s clan is back, and this time, it’s Kashi and Cass’s turn to tell their story. The two youngest Jacobs are ready to give everyone a glimpse inside of their lives, and boy they don’t disappoint. Last time we saw Kashi Jacobs, she was on her way to college and the apple of all of her brothers’ eyes. With Kashi now being in college for almost two years, she has slowly become a woman. Her brothers haven’t taken the time to slow down and notice that she’s all grown up or that she has a huge secret she’s been hiding for more than a year that could tear The Crew apart. ...

Serenity Miller thinks nothing of her living arrangement with her baby’s father, Hakeem. Hakeem knows her struggles in life and wants her and his daughter, Naomi, under one roof. Although they are not a couple, they decided to stay together for their daughter’s sake. One night, Hakeem asks Serenity about her true feelings for him. When she answers, they ended up in bed together. Serenity is sold on the possibility of them being a family until one day, the female on the other side of Hakeem’s room door comes walking out. Serenity knows she can’t let jealousy get in the way or deny ...

There are many ugly things in this world, but Julius Graves is considered one of the ugliest of those things. His Big Lips, Big Nose and Jet Black Skin have always been the perfect recipe for nasty stares, cold shuns, and violent beat downs his entire life. Once Julius moves to a new neighborhood, the torment he thought he escaped gets far worse when he becomes targeted by a menacing crew that’s led by an egomaniac that’s determined to make Julius’ life a living hell! Julius finds refuge in an unlikely ally that sends his life spiraling even more out of control at the cost of losing ...

American Apartheid shows how the Black ghetto was created by Whites during the first half of the 20th century in order to isolate growing urban Black populations. It goes on to show that, despite the Fair Housing Act of 1968, segregation is perpetuated today through an interlocking set of individual actions, institutional practices, and governmental policies. In some urban areas the degree of black segregation is so intense and occurs in so many dimensions simultaneously that it amounts to "hypersegregation".

Best friends Tookie and Melonia have reached an age of maturity and it’s time to start making real decisions about life and love. Although they seem to be on different paths, the one thing they have in common is the knack for searching for love in all the wrong places. Melonia has been with the same guy for the past two years, and although they’ve been through trials, she always felt that he truly loved her. But when a crazy stalker comes out of nowhere, it leads to confusion and a ton of unanswered questions. As her life gets turned upside down she is awakened to the fact that the man ...

Immortality sounds romantic, right?You’ve probably heard stories about faeries, werewolves, a vampire or two. But I’m sure you haven’t heard stories of someone like me. Born into slavery. Cursed with immortality. Turned into a demon hunter. And that was just the first eighteen years of my life. Demon Hunter Hunting demons is already tough work. Finding a dead body at one of their gatherings does not make that work easier. So now I have to solve a murder and fight whatever has the demon world in an uproar. Nope, nothing romantic here.Get the first book in the Warrior Slave Series today!

Raised as a debutante, ladylike and reserved, London Jones has stepped into unknown territory. From the moment her life collided with a man who should've been off-limits, a bachelor with a hot reputation - staying out of his way was the sensible thing to do. However, she finds herself caught in a tangled web of passionate fervor whenever he comes near. So much so that her ability to place a barrier between them becomes a futile battle. The heart wants what it wants, and London's heart yearns for him.

Trisha aka Trish was a typical good girl from an urban neighborhood. She grew up in an area most people would refer to as a "ghetto" but to her, it was home. She was a great student who kept her grades up with no other focus than keeping her eyes on being a success in life. She was the second oldest child, in her single-parent household after her older brother Tracy and followed by her twin younger siblings Tron and Triece. She was raised by her mother Ms. Smith who constantly attempted to fill her head with advice on dealing with her life decisions. All of Trish's goals and focuses come to...

Trapped in an abusive relationship, Heaven feels helpless and alone with the man she’d committed her life too. That was until one day she got the opportunity of a lifetime dancing at Baddie’s nightclub where dreams come true, and legends are made. Her life forever changes after her first night at the club, and her love life expands when she meets a street-smart cutthroat gangsta named Ghost. A standalone novella.

“A Street Love Story” Tired of not being able to provide, the lifestyle he believes his family deserve, Sanchez (Chez) Viles pieces together a crew of hungry hustlers and wages war against all who have set up shop in his city. WIth the love of his life Monya by his side, it isn’t long before the streets bow to his will. On the other side of the city, as Chez's legend flourishes his longtime enemy Mann’s hatred grows to explosive proportions. Mann contacts his cousins in New York and enlists their help in his scheme to avenge his homie's death and steal Chez’s shine and new found ...

This national best-seller chronicles the true story of two brothers coming of age in the Henry Horner public housing complex in Chicago. Lafeyette and Pharoah Rivers are 11 and nine years old when the story begins in the summer of 1987. Living with their mother and six siblings, they struggle against grinding poverty, gun violence, gang influences, overzealous police officers, and overburdened and neglectful bureaucracies. Immersed in their lives for two years, Kotlowitz brings us this classic rendering of growing up poor in America’s cities.

A Steamy AMBW & BWWM Interracial Romance Series (Close Proximity, Fake Dating, Love Triangle) The Men of Amore Series is full of sweet & spicy BWWM and AMBW couples with satisfying romance tropes from high tension love triangles to close proximity and even a fake dating romance. A steamy collection packed with heartwarming interracial romance with swoon worthy men for hire and the black women who fall for them. ✔️ BWWM & AMBW Interracial Romance ✔️ Dual POVs ✔️ Steamy with plenty of angst & heart ✔️ Male Escorts ✔️ Curvy FMCs ✔️ Close Proximity, Love Triangles, Fake ...

Hey You. This is NOT a scary book. Really. I didn’t type voodoo when I meant hoodoo. Do you eat black eyed peas at the New Year? Wear a penny in your shoe when you go to court? Only clean your house from front to back – especially in the springtime? You may already do hoodoo. Hoodoo is a folklore system of blessing, protecting and making what you want happen in your life. It comes from Africa by way of the South – like me. This is a guide to the Bible AND hoodoo. It’s about Africa, the Bible, my great grandma (Gran), and my stories as a healer and minister. Let’s get rid of the ...

Deja Stewart’s love life is cursed. Fresh from a recent break-up, she is definitely not looking for a rebound. But when her sister Camryn drags her to a fashion show to take her mind off her cheating ex, the best night of her life ends with a surprise invitation to an A-list celebrity after party hosted by the elusive DJ Creed. Now, Deja’s not only stumbled into the life of the rich and famous she’s also accidentally stumbled into DJ Creed’s bed. But, Deja may be out of her league as sexy French supermodel Vivanne Croix also has her sights set on DJ Creed. Can Deja hold her own on ...

Since she was acquitted of murder, Tamia Luke has been on a mission to prove she's a changed woman - especially to the love of her life, Brandon Chambers. She thinks she's succeeded - until Brandon reveals that his ex-girlfriend is pregnant, and it's his duty to marry her. With time running out, Tamia is determined to have one last rendezvous to win him back. But she's stunned when the man who blackmailed and betrayed her suddenly reappears on the scene - with an offer she can't refuse, though she knows she may regret it.

The Preacher's Son captivates with all the intensity expected of a Weber novel. Bishop T.K. Wilson is a pillar of the community, pastor of the largest African-American church in Queens, NY, and has always tended to he needy. Running for borough president, he faces one shocking revelation after another that could not only derail his campaign, but also force him to reevaluate his family values.

In the final installment of this series Blaze and Lavish struggle to build a future together. With all of the mishaps brought upon them, they are lucky if they can even survive in such a cold hard city. When Murder is faced with his own new challenges he is backed against the wall and does what Blaze could never do, which was tell the truth. However, how will Murder react to Blaze coming clean about him and Lavish and will he accept the true paternity of baby Naila? Will he and Blaze's bond be broken forever and will the bloodshed spilled between the two be fatal? This cold love story is ...

The year is 2008, 3 years after Trinity and Pharaoh's reign as the new street royalty. As the first lady of The Kingdom, Trinity has to not only dodge bullets but knives in her back by those closest to her. King Pharaoh protects his family at all costs, even if he single-handedly murders every enemy he has. With secrets mounting, the year not only ends with the first Black president but the first Black drug cartel, both hailing from Chicago. Quiet Money is a 3 book series.

Jagger McCall is on mission to hit District Attorney Stansfield where it hurts. After being lied to and his wife was killed, Jagger stops at nothing to make Stansfield feel his wrath. When he gets the callhe has been waiting for, he sets things in motion for his intricate plan. Jagger has to go out of town to Vegas on business. Once he finds out Stansfield’s daughter will be vacationing there, he makes his move. Gianna Stansfield is her parents’ pride and joy, especially her father’s. After much begging and convincing, her best friend Liberty gets her to embark on a weekend long trip ...