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Is anything truly beyond redemption, beyond the hope of repair, restoration, or renewal? Absolutely not! Jacqueline Vance might beg to differ, as her life spirals out of control. In her thirties, navigating the complexities of marriage and the ache of childlessness, she finds herself at the heart of a murder mystery in Southern Hills. Amidst the darkest betrayal, she discovers that no one, not even her occasional ally Yolanda, is beyond God's reach for redemption. Through this ordeal, Jacqueline learns to confront her current struggles with resilience, eyeing the possibility of what lies ...

You can’t spell challenge without change. Joseph “J-Rock” Henry is torn between his life’s focus, the most important trial of his career, and the woman who has proven to be his soulmate. But loyalty goes a long way with him, and he feels like she has shown, beyond the shadow of a doubt, where her loyalty is. Still, he can’t shake the feelings he has for her; to the point where it costs him his focus. With too much going on to deal with feelings, and too much at stake, he has to leave Char to fend for herself and focus on those he knows are on the right side. Charlotte “Char” ...

***Re-Release*** ***Standalone*** I want you all to myself I swear… Keldric “Ice” Hemmings wasn’t looking for love. In the right places, the wrong places, at all. Even with his mother breathing down his neck begging for grandbabies, he wasn’t in a rush to settle down. And, until he found a woman like his mother, he was just having fun with the thots, and focused on getting money. That is, until he meets Blaze, a thick, brainy chick, who has her head on straight, and has his mom’s seal of approval. Blaze Cooper was green to the real world. A nerd who’d always kept her nose in ...

Romaine Wilder, big-city medical examiner with a small-town past, has been downsized and evicted. With few other options, she’s forced to return to her hometown of Roble in East Texas, leaving behind the man she’s dating and the life she’s worked hard to build. Suzanne Babet Derbinay, Romaine’s Auntie Zanne and proprietor of the Ball Funeral Home, has long since traded her French Creole upbringing for Big Texas attitude. She’s a member in a number of ladies’ auxiliaries and clubs, including being in charge of the Tri-County Annual Crawfish Boil and Music Festival. Hanging on to ...

On January 22, 1879, the British Army in South Africa was swept aside by the seemingly unstoppable Zulu warriors at the Battle of Isandlwana. Nearby, at a remote outpost on the Buffalo River, a single company of the 24th Regiment and a few dozen recuperating hospital patients were passing a hot, monotonous day. It seemed certain that the Rorke's Drift detachment would share the same fate. And yet, against incredible odds, the British managed to defend their station.

***Re-Release*** If you can’t stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen. Charlotte “Char” Cooper is battling with the reality that she may have gotten in over her head getting involved with J-Rock, but she can’t fight the bond that they share. Finding out that their connection runs deeper than she initially knew, she wants to stand by his side and show that she is the woman he needs. But gunplay, deceit, stubbornness, and split loyalty force her hand in making a decision that may end their love affair before it’s even begun. Joseph “J-Rock” Henry has been fighting most of his ...

J.M. Coetzee's Disgrace and Racism in Post-Apartheid South Africa: A Postcolonial AnalysisDive into the complex and haunting world of J.M. Coetzee's "Disgrace" as you explore the depths of racism in post-apartheid South Africa. This thought-provoking analysis delves into the heart of apartheid's legacy and how it continues to shape the country's narrative. Postcolonial analysis of J.M. Coetzee's "Disgrace" in the context of post-apartheid South Africa can be immensely helpful to readers in several ways:Deeper Understanding of the Novel: Readers will gain a profound understanding of the ...

Nearly two centuries before Meriwether Lewis and William Clark began their epic trek to the Pacific coast, a group of three Spanish noblemen and an African survived shipwreck, famine, Indian attack, and disease to make the first crossing of North America in recorded history. Drawing on contemporary accounts and long-lost records, Robert Goodwin tells the amazing story of their odyssey through the American South.

Ever wondered what it takes to rise from near-death to extraordinary success? This book is for anyone looking for inspiration, resilience, and powerful business insights. Uncover the dual journey of Antonio Iozzo, who battled addiction while rising as a visionary leader, providing you with the strength to overcome your own challenges. Get inside the mind of a CEO managing a multibillion-rand empire while facing a crippling addiction, so you can apply these lessons to your personal and professional life.

Shatika “Empress” Tibideaux was living a Bawss’ life. Trained by her big brother, Birmingham, AL’s notorious Deondre “Show” Burns, she and her husband, Jayontae “Tae” Tibideaux, had built and empire that would set their great-great-grandkids straight. But her world starts to fall apart when the Feds kick in her door and she takes the charge for her man, like a true ridah would. She soon finds that loyalty doesn’t go both ways, when Tae leaves her to do her bid on her own. When Empress finally tastes freedom again, she discovers that Tae’s betrayal goes way deeper than ...

As a young woman, Naomi Simmons grabbed her one chance to escape the overwhelming demands of her selfish family by marrying devout older man Jacob Purcell. But it only landed her with a controlling, unfaithful husband who delights in hurling insults at her and their troubled now-teenage daughter, Ethel Mae. So, Naomi is amazed and touched when Homer Clark sees her for the vibrant, intelligent woman she truly is. Believing the handsome, worldly widower is her love of a lifetime, Naomi plans to leave with Homer and start fresh in the big city.

Southern Africa was once regarded as a worthless jumble of British colonies, Boer republics, and African chiefdoms, a troublesome region of little interest to the outside world. But then prospectors chanced upon the world’s richest deposits of diamonds and gold, setting off a titanic struggle between the British and the Boers for control of the land. The result was the costliest, bloodiest, and most humiliating war that Britain had waged in nearly a century, and the devastation of the Boer republics.

The Rhodesian SAS was one of the world’s leading Special Forces units. Highly trained and motivated, they took the fight to the very heart of the two communist terrorist armies who were waging war on Rhodesia. Time and again, from the air, overland, and by boat across the great lakes and rivers, the SAS struck ZANLA and ZIPRA, causing massive losses and grievous damage to both organisations then disappearing to re-emerge where they were least expected. While all SAS missions defied the odds, some were truly breath-taking in terms of both their audacity and success. ‘The Rhodesian SAS at...

South Africa is a nation that has been ravaged by oppression and racial inequality. After years of concentrated violence and apartheid, Nelson Mandela led the country to unite ‘for the freedom of us all’ as the country’s first black president. South Africa: History in an Hour gives a lively account of the formation of modern South Africa, from the first contact with 17th-century European sailors, through the colonial era, the Boer Wars, apartheid, and the establishment of a tolerant democracy in the late 20th century.

***Re-release*** ***Standalone*** There’s magic in the melanin… and ain't nothing flyer than a black girl claiming her magic. Do you know the power of the three? Qadira, Phoenix, and Wilhemenia, the Tri-Deity, are heirs to the Throne of All. Three SiStars ruling was bound to be frowned on. And the heat was too much for the girls to bear. Qadira, the Stripping Succubus Seductress, was focused on her cake, causing chaos for centuries, but may have found the man to tame her wild, irresponsible ways in Napoleon King. Napoleon, a bounty hunter sent on a mission to eliminate the threat that ...

Are you ready to Discover the Real South Africa, Read On –A Family-Friendly Guide to South Africa’s Most Enchanting Hidden Gems Ready to explore South Africa beyond the typical tourist spots? This travel guide reveals the country's best-kept secrets, taking you on a journey through breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities, and tranquil villages—without the stress and crowds. Why Choose This Guide? Our local experts have handpicked every destination, from secluded beaches to authentic local eateries and thrilling wildlife encounters. Whether you’re planning a family-friendly holiday, ...

This collection of letters from Henry M. Stanley published in 1898, present Henry's view of the then-current state of South Africa. It incorporates his views on the opportunities for the growing nation, highlights the bad management of its politicians, and the tension between the Dutch and English settlers.

The Rhodesian Bush War (1964–1979) was a brutal and protracted guerrilla conflict that ultimately led to the end of white minority rule in Rhodesia and the birth of Zimbabwe. This comprehensive yet concise book takes you through the key events and figures that shaped this war, providing a detailed look into one of Africa’s most significant liberation struggles.

The last in the Afrolit Now series, The Sins of The Fathers by Zukiswa Wanner is narrated by a man dealing with immense grief. When he’s unable to heal from the trauma of loss, Akani begins to question his and his father’s role as a parent and, in doing so, awakens to the patterns between them. In trying to avoid being like his father as a husband and as a parent, did he inadvertently become exactly the man he wished not to be? And what secrets lie untold? As he grieves, he wonders whether he was ill-advised to keep secrets that may unwittingly hurt his family.

Corinne LaMer defeated the wicked jumbie Severine months ago, but things haven't exactly gone back to normal in her Caribbean island home. Everyone knows Corinne is half-jumbie, and many of her neighbors treat her with mistrust. When local children begin to go missing, snatched from the beach and vanishing into wells, suspicious eyes turn to Corinne. To rescue the missing children and clear her own name, Corinne goes deep into the ocean to find Mama D'Leau, the dangerous jumbie who rules the sea.