African American Crime Fiction

A hard-working daddy's girl, Precious Cummings is sure she's going to college. But when her father is murdered, she discovers he lied for years about money they never had - and hid a shocking family secret. Shattered and lost, she starts hangin' with savvy hood chick Keisha - and falls hard for DaVon, LA's most powerful drug dealer. As his new lady, Precious soon gets the best of every luxurious thing - and fast learns the ropes of her lover's lethal hustle.

In this final book of lies, no one is to be trusted. Blaze has just barely escaped being executed by the only man she’s ever loved. She’s out for war and revenge but Montana has now realized he’s made a huge mistake and moves to try and fix things. His paranoia is heightened by the reality that he still doesn’t know exactly who set him up and the only possible suspect claims to be pregnant with his child. In dire need of some attention and tired of begging her man for it, Bianca steps out on Cheddar for the first time ever. It was supposed to be a one-time thing, but she ends up ...

After he was thought to be dead, Cheno is ready to show his face in the streets and he’s on Demon time. Ending the beef with his rivals is top priority and nothing is going to stand in his way. Back in the day, women and children were off limits, but when Cheese and his crew strike first, all bets are off. Trust is questioned on both sides of the war. The Grim Reaper overshadows the city of Chicago as death rears its dark face at every turn. No one is safe. Even the girls are going to battle for what they believe in, which is getting revenge and standing on business as A THUG'S STREET ...

Dive into a gripping murder mystery series that seamlessly combines the charm of a cozy small-town setting with the relentless determination of crime fighters in the tight-knit community of Kickapoo. In this town where secrets are as rare as privacy, crime-solving is in Katrina Jacobs' DNA. For Katrina Jacobs, a good night's sleep after a long day is all she craves, but that wish remains elusive tonight. A cold-blooded killer roams the streets of Kickapoo, and it falls upon her and her trusty sidekick, Regina, to bring this malefactor to justice. What haunts Detective Katrina Jacobs most ...

Riley James was just elected the CEO of Petro Incorporation. Things seem to be going good in her life. She has who she thinks is the perfect fiancé. Life has a way of showing you differently; especially for Riley. Davin Sumpter is a jealous man on a mission after Riley’s father grants her the position that he thought was meant for him. With Riley’s best friend Larissa being on his back about taking care of her, he does what he as to do to make things happen.​ Davin calls upon someone that he hung with back in the day. Mecca Anderson was hired and paid fifty G’s up front to kidnap ...

A Harlem Kingpin meets a Struggling, Single Mother. Hood Love is in the Air. Growing up in the projects of East Harlem, life has never been easy for Tatiana “Taytay” Watkins. Having two kids before graduating high school didn't make things any easier. Life wouldn't be so bad if she had a loving man to come home to after her long shifts. But her baby daddy is anything but loving. For years, she's felt neglected and unloved. She needs a change. She wants freedom and independence. And above all, she wants to be the great, loving, nurturing mother that she never had. Just when she thinks ...

On October 20, 1973, in San Francisco, a White couple strolling down Telegraph Hill was set upon and butchered by four young Black men. Thus began a reign of terror that lasted six months and left 15 Whites dead and the entire city in a state of panic. The perpetrators wanted nothing less than a race war.

Every territory has a king, and Metro Atlanta is no exception. They have two. Gang Lords Blanket and Guerilla have been ruling the game with iron fists. Long ago they decided that neither would cross into the other's territory, and all would be well. Things change when Guerilla breaks the rules. Blanket retaliates swiftly, causing a turf war like never before. The two madmen leave bloodshed, murder, and mayhem in their wake. Caught in the middle of this battle, from different sides of the track, are London and Saint.

The Robinson Brothers have been reunited. For better or worse, they're going to be forced to work together. There's no one else for them to turn to. Drako thought that he had left the streets behind years ago. But if he plans on raising the money that'll keep him out of a Federal prison, then he's going to have to dip back into the underworld. And the only way for him to do that successfully will be to work alongside his brother. Marquez had no idea that his first few days out of prison would be so hectic. But he's not going to complain. Instead, he's going to do everything in his power to ...

Growing up in the hood, Micha knew there were certain unwritten rules that were sacrosanct - practically biblical commandments: Do what you have to to get over. Never snitch; do your time like a man. And - above all else - never drop any hint that you might be gay. (Hell, if anybody even joked about it, you were honor-bound to break their jaw!) Initially, Micha has no problem with any of these, but an unexpected encounter suddenly awakens something in him that he never knew existed. Feelings. Longings. Desires. Physical needs that women prove incapable of satisfying. As Micha grapples with ...

Liliana grew up in a small town in Colombia. Her family was part of a powerful Cartel. She grew up learning the family business along with her older brother. A war between the two most powerful families led her family to relocate to the United States. Trying to fit in was difficult but with the help of her two best friends, she was able to navigate through high school and live a normal life. Until her eyes landed on Sean. She was intrigued by the tall, brown, handsome man. The Knight Crime family has been running things since the ’70s. Father Gavin wants to step down from being the boss ...

After avenging his homeboy’s shooting, MARQUAN is given a ten-year sentence on a murder charge. Locked up, he takes the time to reflect on his life and the decisions that have put him in unfortunate circumstances. Coming to the conclusion that he must change for the better, Marquan decides to turn his life around and live righteously. But his past comes back to haunt him, and he finds himself at odds with one of the most powerful cars behind the walls. They’re looking to take his head to right an injustice. Meanwhile, life on the outside isn’t what it’s cracked up to be for his ...

The fast-paced, hood drama continues in Heart of a Thug 3. Markell did the unthinkable. There's no turning back now. Every local, state, and federal official in New York is after him. There's nowhere to run or hide. But that doesn't mean he's going to give up. He can't do that. Not until he reunites Kayla with her daughter. Being in Markell’s world has shown Kayla how different her life could be. But just when she starts to get comfortable, this new sense of peace and tranquility is ripped from her. It seems like everyone is against her. Especially her baby daddy and his trifling family. ...

A Harlem Kingpin meets a Plus-Sized Single mother. Hood Love is in the air. Life in Harlem has never been easy for Kalisha. She was raised in a dysfunctional home with an alcoholic mother and an absent father. She’s always searched for the love that her parents never gave her. Maybe that’s why she fell into the arms of her no-good baby daddy. He made her promises and sold her big dreams. But he's never delivered on any of them. She works a above minimum wage job. While her baby daddy is sitting in jail, twiddling his thumbs. And her mother is sitting on the couch drinking wine and ...

The fast-paced, hood drama continues in BBW Hungry for Love 4. Kalisha's baby daddy just couldn't handle her new career choice and her relationship with Keon. So he snapped and crashed out. She had no choice but to call Keon to save her. And thankfully, that's what he did, coming to her rescue when she had no one else to turn to. She looks forward to spending the next few weeks, maybe even months, in his condo. She'll finally get to experience the peace that she's always wished for. But unfortunately for her, things just can't be that easy. Trouble is on the horizon. Her baby daddy is about...

Marquez has been a free man for almost 72 hours. But he still hasn't gotten that release of tension that he's been yearning for. When he sits down and talks with Kalisha, he realizes that he's not going to be able to wait any longer. His body yearns for her. And he can see from the look in her eyes and the tone of her voice, that she's feeling the same way. But right before they're about to sneak off together, a woman from his past explodes on the scene. She threatens to ruin everything. She drops a bombshell on him. One that could completely destroy all of the plans he has going forward. ...

After the Foam Party,Snoopj and the Goons discovered 3 of the people that killed Shawn-p was arrested With 3 of the people gone,A lot of folks thought the war would end,but Snoopj and the Goons had a different set of plans. Full of twists,turns,and suspense,My Side Of The Story part 2 will have you on the edge of your seat with each page that your turn in this 2nd part of 5 incredible stories. “MY SIDE OF THE STORY” PART 2. TRAPPERS TURNED SHOOTERS 2!!!

Asha, Lo-Lo, and Noni are three fearless females who make up a sisterhood like none other. Harboring emotional scars from traumatic childhoods, these baddies share a bond that is based on unquestionable love and limitless loyalty. Residents of a ruthless region, where options are minimal and casualties are abundant, one of the women has a masterful plan that could lead from poverty to prosperity. But lurking in the shadows are fierce-hearted foes who will stop at nothing to prevent the three women from obtaining wealth. As the ladies encounter a startling surprise, and Asha discovers a ...

In this explosive fourth installment of The Thugtress of Harlem, Lady reigns supreme over the DuPont crime family after the death of Drac. Firm in her newfound position, she controls the family with an iron fist. Confined to federal lockup, fighting unbeatable charges, Big Bear’s infuriated when learning that mostly everyone has flipped on him. Tension rises behind bars, and he strikes a powerful Harlem figure. This move brings forth chaos in the streets, causing many to flip on the DuPont’s for his actions. With Harlem turning on the DuPont’s, and even their own soldiers flipping, ...

The fast-paced, hood drama continues in Heart of a Thug 4. Catching Markell “the Snowman” Etienne would be the highlight of Detective Jermaine Powell's career. That's why he's willing to do anything to get his hands on him —even if it means breaking the law and putting his career at risk. The detective’s desire soon becomes an obsession. A deadly one. Markell feels torn in different directions. He wants to do everything in his power to protect Kayla and her daughter. But he may have to abandon them in order to save his family. Nobody connected to him is safe. He’s at a crossroads....