Hbcu Stories

"𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥..." Poet was used to being the second choice. Actually, she was used to not being chosen at all. The girl blended into the background easily, it had always been that way. Sometimes, passion wasn't enough to put you in the spotlight and she was okay with that. Riot had always carried the weight of his mother's ways on his shoulders. He was the oldest son. The protector. The rock. He never would have thought these things to push him closer than ever to his soulmate. Not when he wasn't even sure what he wanted his own love story to look like. Their love was never expected to be but maybe it was supposed to happen that way. 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝟏 𝐎𝐅 '𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄' 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒

Floating through life was Farah Banks's original plan- until a violent outburst at her high school exposed powers she partly knew she had. Suddenly, the prestige colleges, fulfilling careers, and "easy living" she thought was out of reach are replaced with something entirely new: a hidden supernatural network embedded within Atlanta, Georgia. Carter Memorial State University is an elite institution for gifted Black students, promising safety, guidance, and answers. Farah soon finds herself among an intriguing group of five girls, each learning to navigate powers they may or may not understand. But as rumors spread, students disappear, and history begins to shift under her feet, Farah realizes Carter Memorial- and the world beyond it- is far from the perfect place it claims to be. No matter how much they try to tear us down, we will always thrive.

In the quiet suburbs of South Carolina, Kamala Harris is a woman hollowed out by tragedy. A devoted mother and wife, she lost her father to the horrors of 9/11, only for history to repeat itself in the most cruel way imaginable: a plane crash that stole her husband and one of her daughters. Now, what was once a life of faith has crumbled into two years of agonizing heartbreak. She works alongside her mother and sister at their family salon, a place that should offer comfort but often becomes a stage for conflict. Next door, Barack Obama has built a different kind of world around his own sorrow. A widower himself, he has been raising his two daughters alone since his wife, Joanna, died bringing their youngest, Chicago, into the world. Freed from the need to work by a substantial inheritance, he has dedicated himself entirely to being a hands-on father, creating a stable, loving home as a sanctuary against his pain. As Kamala enters a third year of sorrow, she is slowly, painstakingly, learning to love and trust God again for the sake of her two surviving children. In the house next door, Barack navigates the quiet landscape of single fatherhood. Both are learning to let the ashes of their loved ones settle. Or are they? In the warm Carolina air, hope is not lost, but it is fragile, tested by the ghosts of their pasts and the fragile possibility of a future neither thought they would have.

16-year-old Namazzi Aboyo thought losing swim competitions was the biggest problem in her life. Then the goddess of the dead tried to kill her Now Namazzi is struggling between the earthly realm and Aseara, a hidden realm ruled by the African gods known as the Orishas, after discovering she is the daughter of Oshun herself. With dangerous, unruly powers awakening inside her, enemies hunting her down, and a divine academy waiting for her arrival. Namazzi quickly learns one terrifying truth... Some gods were never meant to procreate with humans and create children especially not one like her. (will be cross posting on royal road .com under the name elevateyourself)

At a prestigious HBCU, a group of students arrive on campus carrying more than just books and dreams-they bring heartbreak, secrets, ambitions, and unfinished chapters of their lives. Lailah is navigating the challenges of a committed relationship while trying to figure out who she is beyond it. Sincerity, fiercely independent and focused on herself, isn't looking for love, but an unexpected connection soon changes everything. As friendships form and lives intertwine, each student follows their own path through love, loss, self-discovery, and personal growth. Though their journeys take them in different directions, fate has a way of pulling them back together. In a story about friendship, young adulthood, and finding where you truly belong, every choice, every setback, and every victory leads them closer to the people they were always meant to find-and to each other.

Drew Kingston is selective in who he chooses to confide in, while Jaila Reynolds is open and willing to share her thoughts with others. However, both of them share one thing: the hate of assumptions and misconceptions that people form about them.

KTMH Unlocked: White Boy Wasted Pt. 2 One party. Three perspectives. And way too many feelings nobody ready to admit. While Ironwood State celebrates the first major party of the semester, everybody walks into White Boy Wasted wanting something different. Brylon Key just wants another easy night. Lindsey wants to keep things casual... even if her heart starting to disagree. And Layla? Layla thought she buried certain feelings a long time ago. But under flashing lights, loud music, and the chaos of freshman week, old emotions start resurfacing in ways nobody expected. Because sometimes one night can change everything. And sometimes? It just makes people finally notice what was already there.

Nyla James thought attending an HBCU would finally help her find herself. After spending her whole life at predominantly white schools, hiding behind bone-straight hair, forced smiles, and a watered-down version of herself, she believed being surrounded by people who looked like her would feel like home. Instead, Black Ivy University becomes the beginning of her unraveling. Fake friends. Public humiliation. Campus rumors. A dangerously addictive situationship with Zaire Sutton - the charming campus favorite known for breaking hearts like it's a hobby. Everybody sees him playing in her face except her. But while everyone's busy treating Nyla like the weak quiet girl they can manipulate, nobody notices the pressure building underneath her soft voice and pretty appearance. Because Nyla James is not innocent. And when obsession, betrayal, identity issues, and untreated mental illness collide... love turns deadly. "If I can't have you... nobody can."

"Fighting to keep us together, hope it's worth a try." An hbcu love story

This book gives inspiration and insight to Christian and Questioning high school seniors and college students. Through the experiences of authors, Cantice and Joshua Greene, you will learn what's waiting for you at college: obstacles, opportunities, and most importantly Jesus. Read their stories of how God's love was present for them in the difficult spiritual journey of college, and learn how His love goes with you to college too.

" May mga bagay na hindi natin inaasahan na mangyayari sa buhay natin this is unexpected " - this is my first time to write a story. i hope you guys like it😊

~Unlocked: White-Boy-Wasted - the first story in the Unlocked series, a "Key to My Heart" Exclusive ~ Freshman parties. Loud music. Bad decisions. Lindsey knows how to have fun, even when things get messy. Brylon Key doesn't chase attention-he lets it find him. One crowded night. Two perspectives. And a spark neither of them sees the same way. For her, it's unforgettable. For him... just another Friday.

~Unlocked: Center Stage - the second story in the Unlocked series, a "Key to My Heart" Exclusive ~ Some moments don't ask for permission. McKenzie Key doesn't believe in watching-she belongs in the spotlight. Layla Summers knows exactly what attention can cost. One night. One stage. And one presence that changes everything. For Mac, it's instant. For Layla... it's complicated.

At Heartbeat of Harlem, Kiara and Xavier are a power duo balancing ambition and love. Kiara shines as a standout majorette, dedicating herself to dance, while Xavier proves himself on the basketball court after walking onto the team. Their bond is unshakable-he keeps her grounded, ensuring she takes care of herself, and she pushes him to reach his full potential. Between intense practices, late-night study sessions, and quiet moments filled with laughter and soft Italian exchanges, they are each other's peace in the chaos of college life.

Meet Rudra Singh the young billionaire and also the youngest son of the Singh family and zara a middle class girl whom is still in her finals. Falling in love was never there plan but found themselves longing for eachother but what happens when fate decides to turn it's back and destiny gives in to play their emotions.The two lovers must fight for the depth of their love.

D'Anthony Carlos has skated through life always being protected. When you're related to the biggest drug cartel in the DMV you gotta be protected. When all of your uncles are the most feared and respected you automatically garner the same attention. With his head held high he maneuvered through life not giving a damn. Not about the stares, whispers and rumors that surrounded his last name. People think they know him, but they have no idea. More detailed description in story...

Koi , a 20 year old student at Texas Southern , finally tries to give love a chance after someone catches her attention.

Fatima Ward is a pre-med senior at Hampton University. Becoming a pediatric doctor is her parent's dream for her, but secretly Fatima wants to be a Fiction Writer. She finds herself fulfilling this secret passion by writing fanfics on the extremely popular online writing website, WriteNow. To keep her identity private, Fatima writes under the pseudonym @YaraTheWriter. With over 30,000 followers, Fatima's books are successful within the WriteNow community. Curvy and proud, Fatima has a long-time boyfriend who goes to school at Norfolk State University. While working on her new fanfic using rapper, Jericho, she finds herself becoming close with a new reader who she later finds out is the man himself. When he shows interest in meeting her she is hesitant but goes through with the meeting anyways. Jericho was born Jaren Young in Brooklyn, New York. He was known mostly for his basketball skills, but always had a love for poetry that led to rapping as a hobby. When things didn't work out for him at Syracuse University, a chance meeting with music legend Nas led to a record deal and his first album was instantly named a classic by both fans and critics. While working on his follow-up album, he runs across WriteNow and @YaraTheWriter through his assistant. What initially starts off as just something fun to pass the time leads to a deeper friendship. Even though he is dating one of America's most beautiful and popular actresses he finds himself anxious to meet the woman behind the book. What will happen when these two finally meet? ********** © 2017 D.S. Little 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.

somewhat of a TSU love story

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