African American Suspense

“Kylah Mbaye of the Zahnoka people, lay as silently and still as she could, halfheartedly petitioning the ancestors that at least for one night she would not be spirited away and taken above deck to endure yet another in a procession of endless rapes. Another woman would have long ago given in to despair--but Kylah--in the face of such crushing odds against her and her people within the bowels of this floating nightmare, knew that eventually, this voyage would not end well… for her captors.” And so it began. AND WHAT OF THE CARGO? is a tale of love and hate, tears and triumph, ...

Savannah Grant inherited her father’s local security company with her brother Sergio Grant. It is now a fortune 500 company called Secure International, Inc. When she finds out her brother Sergio is trying to swindle her out of her company. He will fight to the end to get his share until they discover their late father had an outside child Jade Perkins as she is an heir. Then a scandal within the company erupts and changes the dynamics. Savannah’s emotions take over and then she relies on a psychiatrist who helps make her lose her mind. Will she let the people she trusts help her shine ...

Noelle Jones has it going on. She's young, Smart, Wealthy, Successful, and beautiful. It is just one thing that she's missing... Someone to share it with. After failed attempts at traditional dating, and the reality of becoming a crazy cat lady becoming more inevitable, she decides to try online dating. That's where she meets Daniel Seymour, an heir to a multi billion dollars estate from England. He's tall, dark, and handsome with beautiful blue eyes. He treats her like a queen and is everything she could ever hope for in a man. They begin talking online and fall madly in love. As luck ...

Now that her sisters, Crystal and Ava, are moving on with their lives, it's time for Layla Langston to do the same. Experiencing burnout and lack of purpose, Layla is ready for a change and leaves Langston Brands to live life on her own terms. She dares to pursue her own dreams--dreams that lead her to start a new career as a journalist and thrust her in the middle of a murder investigation that just may put her life in danger. Mason Sterling's goal is twofold -- to get the best story possible and make Houston's local congresswoman pay for her crimes. What he doesn't want or need is anyone ...

Tyler Sands, an astute young Christian CPA, discovers a storage room during an audit of one of Winton Island’s troubled offshore banks. Since only the CEO of the bank and his secretary have access to the room, Tyler becomes suspicious of the contents of the room and begins to investigate. He uncovers that the room contains incriminating evidence of an illicit scheme carried out by the bank. As Tyler questions bank employees about the scheme, his informants are eliminated one by one. Tyler’s unwavering desire to unlock the mystery of the secret storage room, however, does not impress ...

IN A HOUSE OF LIES, TRUST WISELY. Book 2 in the prize poly Sleeping Lotus series.... The country of Soma is on the brink of war… and its newly-minted spy, Raena Barren, must stop it. Only a week has passed since she earned the ranking of Rose, but already, she has a high-profile client. An ambassador from another kingdom has requested her company, and if Raena can convince him to ally his country to hers, then she can avert a four-to-one war. But being the escort of a vigorous man like Ossyne True is not easy. Fearing her own inexperience, Raena seeks guidance from Mikail Haze--a fellow ...

A Legacy Written in Blood and Pearls… In 1498, the world was on the brink of a seismic shift. Christopher Columbus, during his fateful third voyage, stumbled upon the Pearl Coast—an enchanting realm teeming with riches beyond imagination. Yet, behind the glistening pearls lay a dark and treacherous history that would forever change the course of human lives. At the heart of this gripping historical thriller lies Cubagua Island, a place where dreams and nightmares intertwined. Here, the lives of two souls, Charaima, a Native American, and Dembe, an African, were forever altered. Enslaved...

Sage is no longer the street wise girl from the hood struggling to rise above her circumstances. She's made it out and is now living the life she could only dream of when she was growing up in Watts, hustling with her girls, and dating dope boys for a come up. Now, she is the come up. However, Sage will soon learn money can't buy happiness. When She gets bored, and starts looking for excitement, Sage begins to take risks that will compromise everything she's worked hard for; and as with any bad decision, there will be consequences to pay. Babygirl has quickly become a fan favorite for urban...

In today's society, every woman wants a "high value man"...but what costs are you willing to pay when you finally come across one? Armand Baptiste has it all; money, a beautiful home, a successful career, with a body and face that would bring any woman to her knees. Unlike most high value men, he loves a woman who is solely after his pockets, but what is he after?

In the pulsing heart of New Orleans, where ancient magic whispers through cobblestone streets and neon-lit jazz clubs, Detective Jason Chalk thought he knew the score. But when a routine drug bust spirals into a grotesque tableau of ritualistic murder, Jason finds himself standing at the threshold of a world he never knew existed—one where the lines between saint and sinner, magic and madness blur into oblivion. A cryptic symbol carved into flesh becomes Jason's obsession, a key to unlocking secrets that have lain dormant for centuries. As he delves deeper, the very fabric of reality ...

This book has two religious romance stories: In 'Dating a Single Minister', Derrick Hamilton a single Baptist minister found himself fascinated with Summer Reed a gorgeous fashion mogul. Although a mutual attraction existed between Minister Hamilton and Summer the minister maintained his involvement with another woman. The minister's ex further intensified the drama as she's accused of sabotaging Summer's entry into an elite fashion competition. And in the short story 'Megans Fools Paradise', Minister Terrell Crutchfield of Tabernacle Baptist Church deals with life consequences when his ...

Corporate by day, escort by night, Journee does what she must to take care of those closest to her and make ends meet. When her two worlds collide, she is met with a proposition that may cause her more trouble than she bargained for. After a life-altering event, Ellis has vowed to remain a bachelor forever. When life causes him to cross paths with a woman who intrigues him to no end, he comes up with the perfect proposition that may satisfy both of their needs. However, even perfect plans can come with unexpected risks and obstacles.

TE’QUI is a well-known killer and stickup kid that pumps fear into the hearts of hustlers. He’s cold and calculating—traits that have helped him survive in the trenches. Despite his hard exterior, his desire for a woman to love and trust run deep, which leads him to KESHA, a beautiful hood chick looking for the right man to cherish and hold her down. Together they take the jack game by storm, stacking blood money and leaving D-boys outlined in chalk. But due to an unexpected occurrence, Kesha has to put her gun on the shelf, leaving her man to secure the bags alone. Te’Qui attacks ...

What if the dark magic that runs in your family's blood awakens... in you? I thought I'd outgrown my fear of Mémé. I was wrong. When the shadows lengthen and the storm howls, will you be ready to face what lurks in the corners of your ancestral home? _Can you resist the siren call of forbidden knowledge passed down through generations?_ Uncover the chilling secrets that bind blood and spirit in this gripping tale of inherited power and unspeakable horror. Will you embrace the darkness... or let it consume you? Whispers Of Abaddon is the haunting blend of Southern Gothic and cosmic horror ...

When Harlem gets off on a murder charge due to insanity, the asylum he’s sent to feels worse than death, with one exception: the beautiful Nurse Daphane. As their relationship grows, so do the stakes: She has the ability to help him escape, and he has the ability to set her free from her abusive relationship. Yet Harlem has one big secret: He was perfectly sane when he committed his crime. But in the end, Daphane’s own secret may be the deadliest of all....

In the chilly dawn of a new life, Shenita finds herself navigating unfamiliar territory. As she grapples with anger and disillusionment, unexpected footsteps herald the arrival of Gabriel Neary, a figure both enigmatic and unsettlingly familiar. Offering coffee and cryptic conversation, Gabriel presents Shenita with a choice: succumb to her rage or channel it into a purposeful path. Drawn into a world of clandestine mentorship and hidden agendas, Shenita—now rechristened Helen—faces a journey fraught with uncertainty. With Mr. Slow as her guide, she embarks on a quest for redemption, ...

Journi Monroe is growing weary of her relationship with, Jace White, a former NFL quarterback. Their relationship has been struggling since he was forced into early retirement. It has been hard for them to move out of the spotlight of the NFL, but Journi is facing the real world while Jace is still having a hard time facing reality. Journi feel like their love is dying. After a heated argument with Jace, Journi goes out and meets a charming man and a flame is lit between them. Jace White was once the quarterback of the Philadelphia Eagles, but it all came to an end after playing for only ...

Seven years ago, Austin Dash's dangerously jealous wife, Naomi, nearly stabbed him to death, an act that landed her in prison. Freed from her influence, Austin filed for divorce and took their young son to Atlanta for a fresh start. He established his own business and met the loving, gentle-hearted Brooke. Swept up in a charmed romance, they marry and prepare to welcome a new baby into their lives. But memories of Naomi haunt Austin's nightmares . . . And now, she's back.

He waited decades to find someone like her. Now, he must have her! Growing up, Brandon was an observant Muslim. In law school, he focused on his education and career. Having built a firm filled with wealthy clients, he is now looking for someone with whom he can share his success. It’s not easy. Hawwah Did everything right in her life, except marrying the wrong man. Now she is constantly on the run, afraid that her abusive ex will catch up to her. Brandon falls deeply for Hawwah, releasing years of pent-up desire. He must have her, but what price will he pay to be with her? Will he be ...

Following the best-selling novel, The Heartbreak Hotel, Trey, is the much-anticipated sequel in Josh Conley’s emotionally captivating saga of crime drama. Julius, obsessed with revenge for the setup of his cousin Jackson, attempts to kill the person he holds as responsible, Jade. When ambushed in a parking garage, Jade unveils a truth that saves her life, for the moment. Overwhelmed with emotion Julius reveals a truth of his own, that someone close to Jade may be responsible for the murder of their father, Trey. As they search for answers into Trey’s murder, they stumble upon a homeless...