• Brianne King is your mostly average Chicago State University senior with major heart eyes for the school's popular, soon to be pro, basketball team captain, Deshawn Harris Jr. • • Even though she's too afraid to talk to him, what happens when he willingly pays $300 dollars to go on a date with her at an auction? • • Will the lust turn into love? Can their relationship even last with their futures heading in two different directions? Or will Deshawn's insecurities, his exes, and past situations get in the way? First Wattpad book!

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"Why do you do that?" "Do what?" "Talk down on yourself. Every time you get frustrated with yourself you resort to talking bad about yourself." "Those are just the words I use." I mumbled irritated at the conversation. I didn't sign up to be judged. I have my habits and he has his. "Find different words." ****** This is a black love story about Shunt'A Bunnt. She is a full bodied young woman. Like everyone with differing characteristics, she often feels like an "other". Surrounded by people that are successfully fitting in. Years of bullying, name calling, and isolation has taken a toll on her mental state. Throughout her young adult years, she will try to teach herself grace, compassion, and self-love. In her small high school Shunt'A meets Tyrie Jones. He is charismatic, strong willed, and confident. A complete opposite of her image. Under his tough exterior, he has a damaged heart that matches her own. A heart that longs for real acceptance, like two magnets they collide. Like two moths to a flame, nature takes its course. Can they stop themselves from getting burned? Previously known as Our Thick Urban Love

"You my lady even when think you not." He kissed me. "Remember that." Jhonni is just like every other 16-17 year old girl trying to make out her in the society. To Jhonni fitting in is the last thing she cares about. All that matters to her is her best friend and boyfriend. That's all you need right? Right?

"You need to stop playing hard to get before somebody else snatches his ass up" "I can tell he's not my type" "Let a real nigga treat you right" Mahaya white, a 20 year old college graduate who's head is on strong and has a set goal for the rest of her life. She could never see herself being with a thug, but she might change her mind. Onyx, a 22 year old drug dealer who has a nasty attitude, and is focused making money. He doesn't believe in love at first site or being in a serious relationship, but a certain girl could change his mind.