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Nina Marcelle finds herself standing at a crossroad. On one side is a love that's intoxicating, forbidden, yet impossible to walk away from. On the other is a budding career that promises independence, prestige, and a future she can finally call her own. She tells herself that she’s choosing...

Lies. Speculation. Deceit. Trust Ashley James went from being on top of the world to under it in less than eighteen minutes. With his back against the ropes, he had no choice but to isolate until further notice. When he returns to the ring, he’s a new man. A better man. A man that one woman had been praying for all along.

Nina Marcelle was born into prominence. As the granddaughter of a legendary watchman whose name carried weight in every circle of New York high society. Groomed for success and raised to protect her family’s reputation, love was never supposed to complicate her life. But that was before she...

Three words fit Dr. Freedom Anderson perfectly, resilient, determined and challenging. Freedom didn’t have it all growing up, but one would never know, simply off of how she carried herself. Educated, witty and quite charming, Freedom was a force to be reckoned with and made sure everyone in the room was aware of her presence. She was truly a Queen, a rare gem in a drawer full of rhinestones. Chief saw her before she saw herself. Years ago, they crossed paths but it wasn’t until time had passed did they make a connection.

Kasim Moreland was totally unprepared to deal with Giselle Braxton. Not only was she out of his league, but the woman was brilliant. Every time Kasim thought he finally was ahead of her, she showed him that he wasn't. Checkmate. Giselle Braxton isn't looking for love or help. The 25-year-old multi-millionaire is simply focused on expanding her empire. In this self-titled novel from national best-selling author Nako, experience a woman who has everything but at the same time nothing at all.

Kenya Yvette Schumere is an imperial woman. Elijah Sadier, a man from across the tracks, finds himself quite smitten with Ms. Schumere. At a drastic turn of events, they were left with no other choice but to leave everything that they once knew behind to embark on a journey of life together. Trials and tribulations occur putting into question which holds more value between the two. Love or loyalty? Depending on who you ask, love and loyalty go hand in hand. But, which would you rather have?

Love. Drought. Porter Bavay and Mahogany Sinclair were two broken vessels unknowingly looking to be filled. On a lone night, they locked eyes, and the rest became history. She has a past, and he’s willing to give her a promising future.

Nia Hudson, fashion powerhouse and philanthropist, swore love wasn't for her because she was too busy chasing after her dreams. But when a blast from the past resurfaces and refuses to take "no" for an answer, Nia decides to give him one hour of her time. Before she knows it, the two have become a couple. East and Nia have nothing in common; he's the complete opposite of everything for which she stands. East is definitely living life in the fast lane, selling everything he can get his hands on and not knowing when the Feds - or friends disguised as enemies - might come after him.

In the finale of Saved by a Savage series, Teka should have known that with success comes a few demons and devils, but apparently, she thought life would be sweet. It was the opposite. Balance is important in every girl boss’s world, but Teka struggles with keeping the love of her life happy and her clients. Moses decides to finally get out of the streets, but it wasn’t for Teka or for himself.

Could a baby keep a man? Tia didn’t know, and she never would. Refusing to become another one of his baby mamas...she vowed to create a life outside of him. A life that she could be proud of, whether he was in the picture or not. Small-town girl in a big world, that was Tia DiCaille, native of Hammond, Louisiana. In a city that she knew nothing about, he made her familiar. In Juice, Nako shows you what it feels like to waste precious time on a man who God didn’t intend for you to be with.

Roberto "Papa" Huffington. Beloved husband. Father. Friend. This is a very short story in honor of his legacy that he has left behind.

Friendsgiving normally happened the week of Thanksgiving. Jillian Sayles saw the concept one random night where insomnia was present while scrolling Pinterest. She asked her friends to fly in for dinner and surprisingly, everyone obliged. This short story by national best-selling author, Nako, is pleasantly sweet and to the point. NAKO sheds light and emphasis on the importance of friendship centered around black women.

In the second installment of Salvation, Teka has given up on ever hearing from Moses again. Moses' only priority is his health and getting his life together. He's starting to feel as his reign in the streets is coming to an end while Teka is just warming up to becoming a business mogul. Somehow, some way, the two stumble across paths once again but this time...he doesn't let her run. In Salvation book two, get a new feel for Teka and understand Moses a little better. This is the second book in this series and it ends on a cliff-hanger.

Moses Parks is a man with the million-dollar plan but soon realizes that money cannot buy happiness. Searching for something else to live for while dealing with his failing health, Teka comes into his life as a breath of fresh air. But then, she goes away. Without warning. Moses refuses to forget about her and makes it his mission to find her and continue what they started. But she's broken. She's unable to love.

When you have your eye on the prize, any little thing will try to come and knock you off your square. Mayor Antwon Young, former hot boy in the city of Atlanta, Georgia, has his eyes on a bigger prize … becoming the President of the United States. Antwon has never let his past define his future or his goals, yet he will never forget where he has come from. Ella, a soft-spoken college student by day and exotic dancer by night, captures Antwon’s attention, and he doesn’t know how to handle it.

Love continues to fail Nia and with the arrival of her daughter she doesn’t have the time or energy to pour into her failing relationship with East. Money is no longer the only thing on her mind; her daughter is. Nia realizes that family is above everything else and so she steps back from the demands of being a boss and running her own company. Torn between pride and his past, East uses the poor excuse of “not being enough” for his beloved Nia as the reason why he’s not around.

In Daughter of a Don, Sara is portrayed as a strong, independent woman who navigates the complexities of her family’s legacy while dealing with love, betrayal, and power struggles. The series is known for its suspenseful plot twists, emotional depth, and well-developed characters.

Daughter of a Don is the story of Sara King, daughter of the notorious don, Nasir King, head of The Underworld. This exclusive spin-off revolves around intense drama, crime, suspense and romance.

The second installment story of Sara King... This novel explores the journey that Sara King takes to becoming a woman.