Jayceon Terrell Taylor a.k.a Jay grew up in a dysfunctional home. He was constantly abused by his mother's various "suga daddies". At age 13 Jay, neglected had to look after his two younger siblings: Jadiel, 10 and Jaquan who was 7. Jay had no real father to be there for him. He had no one to answer his questions while growing up so being scared and battling with his siblings he decided to turn to the streets. Here he met his "brothers". For once in his life Jay felt like he belonged somewhere and was able to do more for his brother and sister than his mother could. They were the only ones he loved. He treated women the only way he knew how, like whores...after all that was all Jay knew. He took pattern from the suga daddies. he'd buy them stuff, take them out for a day or two and then dump them like they never mattered to him. That was until he met India. There was something about her he couldn't put a finger on. She was good looking, smart both street wise and book wise and she seem to accept him for him. Sadly, this is where the perfection ended. India wanted loyalty, love and respect and Jay wasn't about that life. Would India change him? Maybe he'd turn her out, expose her to the game or maybe she would be the one to make him leave the game.

"i'll hold you down, i'm the one gon' hold you down." my works #1.

Monifah, an aspiring writer and Darius, an aspiring musical artist, share a connection after meeting at a mutual friends get together. The two bond over writing, and music and eventually start to catch feelings for each other. However, when Darius decides to move to work on his music, it leaves Monifah heartbroken, and their future together leads into a different path. amazing cover: @_tolerated {Editing + Completed}

This story of Ava, a single mother born and raised in the rough neighborhood of Houston, who works as a maid for wealthy families. By a twist of fate, Ava meets Ezekiel 'Lucky'. Ezekiel 'Lucky' works as a TV salesman as he helps his mother and troubled younger brother Jalen, onto the right path. Real joy enters Ezekiel life when he meets Ava. Fate brings the two together for an astonishing night of romance. amazing cover by: @_tolerated

Tamel Richards, street alias MeloDrama, runs his block like an emperor. He doesn't believe in anything but his way. Charmaine Davids was a good school girl that wanted to get out of the hood and better herself. When her father owes a debt to the notorious dealer Drama, she founds out she has become his collateral and now her world is about to go from sweet to hell. This is what happens when the Hood Don't Love You Copyright ©2014 by Ashon Thadon Books. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. NO CONTENT IN THIS BOOK MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM AUTHOR Coverpage: Colormemimi

After the unexpected death of her uncle, 21-year-old, Ivy Burgos' father assigns her a bodyguard. She is spoiled, temperamental, and pissed off. But, her father leaves her with no choice. The last thing Kellen Sanders wants to do is watch over a boujie, spoiled brat. But, after his boss takes him off the streets, and offers him a place to stay, he'll do whatever he's asked. Tempers fly, lines are crossed, and the drama is at an all time high. Get ready to experience the emotional roller coaster of Ivy and Kellen. Will they survive the storm? Or will their love come crashing down? ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2015 *Mature Content (This story is not intended for readers under the age of 16) *cover by @bellahatch -NalaniRose