When a self-made beauty boss tries to leave her toxic past behind, she crosses paths with New York's most feared kingpin who's already decided she'll be his, whether she's ready or not.

What a tangled web we weave, when we lie to deceive.. Having to watch his parents demise at an early age, Joseph is brought up by an uncle who played off his parents death to his advantage breeding Joseph to be a cold, emotionless and calculated demon. After completing a six year bid for an assault with a deadly weapon charge, twenty-six year old Joseph Combs is set on living an honest life and leaving his past behind. Shortly after his release he meets an angel on earth in the form of a woman whom is able to break down that wall and show him what it feels like to love and be loved. But when a storm begins to brew, his past comes knocking on his door forcing him to turn back into the person he fought so hard to change from. Having to lead a double life, what are the lengths he'll go to protect the woman he loves and his future from his past. DISCLAIMER STORY HAS 0 ASSOCIATION TO PHOTOS OF CHARACTERS IN REAL LIFE. THIS STORY IS PURE FICTION Sep. 2021

While fear and misfortune deplete power; strength and resilience pave the way for the soul's elevation Follow Brielle as she desperately attempts to reclaim control of her life while struggling to rise above her past. Sequel to 'Intense Euphoria'

Brielle Washington is a runaway teen searching for solace after the passing of her father, which she finds in all the wrong places. Some say it was fate that put her in Hakeem Smith's path. Whether that fate works in her favor has yet to be determined.

Andre isn't exactly who we think he is, but will Zion be able to make Brianni see that? Will they get back together? What happened next with Brandi? Read to find out. ●SHORT STORY●

Most people would describe, Sioni 'Luvie' Asher, as an atypical teenager. After a fatal encounter with a local gangbanger, Luvie found herself despising boys altogether. That is until she befriends, Asanté O'ji Hughes, an unfavorable face in the city. With that new forming bond between the two, those closest to Luvie begin to question her loyalty and her morals. In the end, Luvie finds herself questioning whether this friendship with Asanté has done more harm to her life than good.

"That's your fucking problem right there, Kai." "You want me to keep chasing you and I'm not doing that shit no more." He spat, looking into my eyes as I looked back into his. "You want to leave without letting me explain, then go ahead and leave, Kai." "I'm not stopping you." "But if you want this shit, Kai.." "Then come get it." He spoke sternly, unbuttoning his button down shirt as I stood there in shock, turning around completely to look up at him. Taking his shirt off, I watched as he stripped himself down as his muscular, tall, fit figure appeared and I can't say this man wasn't drop dead fine. Though I was so mad at him in this moment, my mouth dropped, looking at how good he looked. "I'm done chasing your ass, bruh." "You want me, come get me."

Brianni uses her sister's pictures and information to live her best social media life not knowing she'd meet the love of her life that way. Will he accept being catfished or will this just create a big mess for everyone? Two sisters, one guy. Who will get to be with him?

"I've never done this before," She said, hands covering her exposed breast in the dark room. The only light that had been shining was coming from the parted curtains, a small stream of moonlight glistening her skin. He stepped forward, hands going to uncover her hidden breasts. Was it the eye contact? The firmness of his hand? How safe he made her feel? "You're not just anything. I want to learn your body, I want to learn your weak spots. I want to learn what makes you happy, what makes you cry but now? What makes you cum." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - They say that opposites attract, but what happens when being too different is becoming too much? | sdothoney. a trevante rhodes fanfic. book one. cover by @TanonTales

College is a time to grow while being wild and free. Still living reckless comes with consequences. It's all a part of life's cruel game. The question still remains: who will win and who will lose. Both Pharaoh and Essence have the highest to lose.