When you cut a Rose. It begins to wither... And dies.... Without the proper attention that is. . . Rosalina "Rose " Quartz is the definition of survival. Left alone and wounded. Rose experienced what no child should have to bear in her youth. Still, Rose survived. Pushing through the harsh grips of life, and leaving the past behind, Rose promised herself that she would have a better life. Now 22 and a well known hairstylist. Rose finally has the chance to bury her demons and start a whole new life. Maybe even fall in love. But when her past cuts into her new found freedom, and wont let her go . She finds out that happiness is not so easily obtained, and with love comes lies. Rosalina must quickly decide who to trust. Is what she wants, really what's best for her? How many more cuts can she take before this Rose withers, and dies just as the one before her. Book 1 of 3 C O M P L E T E D © 2016 CAMETRICE M. HEYWARD ALL RIGHTS RESERVED . No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form without permission from the author, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law .

They say love conquers all, but when fame, and love collide, who will rise as the victor?

Kenya is on top of the world as one of the world's most successful rising businesswomen. But she quickly learns she can't have it all. Something must give and she has to make a choice between her dreams or the love of her life.

⚠️Book 1: Black Rose⚠️ Dave and Bernice are back, but this time as Mr. & Mrs. Brewster. How long will that last though? Watch them as they go through struggles not only as a married couple, but also as parents. People don't want to see them happy. Outsiders don't want their unified hearts of gold to prosper. Will they survive or will they die and wither away like a rose without soil, water and sunlight?

A 23 year old woman who has never been in love, plays a man's game in the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. Zee Banks has never been in love, and isn't looking for it either. Money is the only thing on her mind, until her best friend by the name of Jefe "Bricks" Gomez, steps in her way completely. We'll he be able to change her whole outlook on love and life? Originally completed, 06/16/16

To Adriana, her last year in college couldn't get any better - she was in the top of her class, her school radio show was ranked the college's most listened student-ran show, and she was already getting offers for jobs. Her life was stress-free, especially since she had one thing NOT to worry about - a boyfriend. Unlike most girls, Adriana never expressed feelings for wanting a boyfriend. She actually never planned to date. And after a few bad experiences, she knew why. To her, guys were just immature and never knew what they wanted until the one they felt they needed was already gone, and she didn't have time for the drama. But, after one great moment with Samuel Davis, University of Southern California's hottest male student, and their star basketball player, she thinks she may have a change of heart. What will happen after these two have a few interactions? Will Adri give LOVE a chance, or will she remain the same? Copyright © 2016 by Kayla Angel

25 year old Darius Bridges is a Sports Journalist at Black Urban Magazine. As he lives his dreams through interviewing A-List athletic celebrities, he finds it hard to concentrate. With a beautiful but nagging boss in his ear, he figures he has enough problems. After growing feelings for her, he tries to ignore them but it's hard. 24 year old Deanda Reed, is a CEO who worked hard to get where she is. As a successful and independent woman she depends on no man, her bitterness shows through her work. She's in a relationship but it's complicated and frustrating. Afraid to let go and move on, she puts up with the drama knowing she's deserves better. Bridges can't help but to think about Reed, and soon gains the strength to break Reed out of her bitterness. Will she fall for Bridges? Find out in Fantasies... {Rated M for Mature}

Closed off from love, Kairo Young wasn't expecting to come across someone who would make him want to give love a try. Seeming to only attract women looking for a come up, comes to an end when he sets his eyes on one beauty and being a guy that goes after what he wants he makes no exception when he sees Asia Jennings. Asia Jennings was not looking for love, all she wanted was to graduate college, she never knew coming across Kairo Young would turn her world upside down. Follow these two are they try to see if their love can prevail the haters, lies, and jealousy, or will they crumble under the pressure and be each others best mistake.

This is the sequel to The Bodyguard. You MUST read that book first. I repeat YOU MUST READ THE BODYGUARD FIRST. It's six months later and Ivy and Kellen have started a new life in Sacramento, California. Things seem to be going perfect between the two, but things are not always as they appear. Will their love for each other be enough to keep them together? This book is intended for mature audiences only. All rights are reserved to the author.

It was in essence, pure unadulterated bliss. I found that I was addicted after that, It was like I had been fed for the first time. Destruction, it was a beautiful thing... The story of a dancer's redemption.