Have you ever found yourself doing things you shouldn’t do?
Sexing brothers who have no business between your thighs? Going out of your way
to please your man? When I graduated from college back in 1999 with my Ph.D. in
clinical psychology, I promised myself that the next man who ventured between my
thighs would be equivalent to my tight-ass credentials. My name is Dr. Raquel
Howard, and this is how it went down….
A sexual, erotic, and climatic experience is released with the
much anticipated new novel, Between My Thighs: An Urban Erotic Tale by Naija.
Diamonds Are Forever...a bloody, message had no meaning to Tamara's
husband, but she knew its meaning all to well. This seemingly random inscription
meant everything she's struggled to hide from her husband and family was about
to be revealed.
Karma is hell to pay, but if she wants to save her family from the past sins of
her past, she's going to have to put a little street justice into play and do a
little blood spilling of her own.
Toya Morton-Swanson
is
taking no prisoners with her new debut novel...
“What the hell is that?” Tamara whispered to her husband Steven as she wiped the
sleep from her eyes.
BANG! SMASH! CRASH!
The sound of breaking glass resonated through the early hours of an otherwise
peaceful Sunday morning. Steven jumped from the bed and glanced out of the
bedroom window, stumbling over his feet as he struggled to adjust his eyes to
the dark bedroom. His eyes widened with shock as he noticed the shadowy figure
of a woman in his driveway with a crowbar.
“Steven what’s going on?” Tamara cried out as she grabbed the back of Steven’s
shirt as she too peered out of the window.
Their jaws dropped as they watched the mystery woman climb on top of their brand
new 2004 Lexus Coupe. The woman began jumping up and down on the hood of the car
and then began wildly swinging the crowbar at the front and back windshields.
Glass shattered all over the interior of the once immaculate car.
“Oh fuck that!” Steven gasped.
He grabbed the cordless telephone off of the nightstand and dialed 911. As
Tamara stood in the window the shape began to look familiar. Then the person
glared up at her. She heard the woman exclaim before she jumped in a Ford
Explorer that was waiting at the curb.
“That’s for you Tamara, you fucking lying bitch!”
Tamara gasped and held her hand to her mouth and whispered.
Big Tymers is
the sequel to HOOD RICH...
When you grow up a Prince, life can be challenging, sometimes even to the extent
of violating all the family rules. DeMarques Prince’s daughter, little Asia is
all grown up and fast as hell. With the hype that goes along with being Princes’
baby girl, Asia can’t help but quench her thirst on a man in the family
business. She’s savvy like her daddy, gorgeous like her daddy, and thirsty for
exposure to the game. Like daddy, she’ll go through hell and back to discover
that all bling ain’t good bling. As any real Big Tymer knows, introduce the
innocent to a pleasurable diversion and they’ll find themselves dangerously in
love. Existing in the game is sometimes a lifetime commitment.
Alex, Calvin Shaw’s protégé takes Aisa on a lavish tour of fast money,
adventure, sex, and deception. In the end, poor choice kick that ass, but the
real Big Tymer in Asia’s life is a living example of how truly understanding the
term Hood Rich can literally make one prosperous.
When one doesn't understand the daily task of surviving in the
ghetto, it's easy to criticize an inner city family for the
things they value and their way of living. Hood Rich is a
strong, fast paced, yet compassionate story about family, life
choices, love, money, and growing up in the judicial system.
You will immediately be drawn into this page turning drama,
which totally immerses you into the ghetto lifestyle that
inspires Prince to choose between loyalty and freedom.
Looking at life through the eyes of a streetwise, DeMarques
Prince, we are able to see why kingpins in his family were his
biggest idols. Prince, an impressionable teenager in Detroit,
Michigan takes us on an emotional adventure, recapping why at
one time drugs, money, music, sex, and fashion defined his
lifestyle.
New experiences like love, death, and fatherhood test
Prince's loyalty. In the end, he makes an ultimate sacrifice,
which eventually teaches him about loving himself while striving
to live a purpose driven life.
HomeWreckers: When Her Games Is Tighter Than
Yours, is a semi autobiographical account of three couples and their struggle to
stay monogamous. But when you know you have a good man, chances are someone else
knows i too. Just how far would you go to get the man of your dreams? And how
much further would you go to keep him? SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
Nothing
but the Right Thing: A Novel by Stacy Hawkins Adams -Revell
(April 2006)/Trade Paper- $12.99
Life seems sweet for Serena McDaniels. She has a handsome
husband, a beautiful home, and a job she loves.
But there are two things she can't get out of her mind--the children she craves
and a best friend trapped in an abusive marriage. With two miscarriages already,
Serena's not sure her dream of motherhood will ever come true. She can't help
her friend, Erika, leave Elliot behind without jeopardizing her own safety. And
she watches helplessly as her husband, Micah, struggles for answers to a
personal dilemma.
Can Serena trust God to lead her life and the lives of her loved ones--no matter
what?
Author Information: Stacy Hawkins Adams is a freelance reporter and
inspirational columnist. She and her husband, Donald, have two young children
and live near Richmond, Virginia. SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
Vindictive
Wo-Men: Keep Your Enemies Close
by Valencia Williams -Jones &
Williams (January 1, 2006)/Trade Paper- $15.95
Centered around several drama-filled stories
about women and men who are overtaken by jealousy and hatred. Drugs, deceit and
death make up only a small portion of what lies within the cover of this book.
For example, meet London. This confused woman has nine children by nine
different men. She gave one child away simply because she thought the baby was
ugly! The father of her soon to be tenth child will soon find out that her
'set-up' has landed him into one of the worst possible nightmares.
Now, meet Choyce. She is a thug lover with no sense of direction. Not only is
she deluded in her choice of men, she allows a convicted felon into her world
which turns into a pool of death...danger. SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
The
Takeover by Tonya Ridley -Life Changing
Books (April 12, 2006)/Trade Paper- $15.00
Suppose you were raised in poverty with no way to
make ends meet. Would you become heartless, ruthless, or even kill to make sure
your family eats?
Determined to make it to the top, Kim puts in work to make a little extra money.
Soon she realizes that she’s capable of having the best that life has to offer.
With her street savvy, Kim sets out to take over the operation of the man who
starts her in the game. You know what they say- never bite the hand that feeds
you.
Kim ignores the rules of the game and makes the transition from the youngest
girl in the crew to a sexy drug mogul. Her motto-everyone is disposable, works
fine until she goes toe to toe with the master of the streets, who is ironically
someone she loves deeply. Hold on tight while Kim makes some life threatening
choices about street ethics. Will she live by them or die?
Petey Pablo-rap artist
"The Take Over is Gritty, Grimey, and Greasy ! This book is trill (true-real)
shawty!"
Azarel, author of Bruised
"Now, here's an author with an incredible story to tell. Listen up!"
How far would you be willing to go to catch a
killer?
Six years ago a stray bullet made Madeline Harris a single parent. In an attempt
to fight back, she joins the Detroit police department, and is assigned to their
Sex Crimes Unit. She quickly proves herself as an emerging star, who always gets
her man. When a serial killer, dubbed The Midwest Strangler, begins preying on
the women of Central Michigan University, Madeline is called on to bring him
down. What begins as an undercover operation that could make or break her
career, lands Madeline in a fight for her life against a madman, with a score to
settle.
K'wan Foye: Best selling author of Gangsta,
Road Dawgz, Street Dreams, Hoodlum & Eve
With these hands is a must read thriller, with a twist that'll shock everyone. SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
Scandalous by Torrian Ferguson -Two Of A Kind Publishing/Trade Paper- $14.95
Three people from three different walks of
life... Three very different secrets under one roof. As Michelle, Eric, and
Tracy try their best to navigate life as college seniors, a deep secret is
discovered that ultimately leads to murder.
All three have a motive; only one commits
the crime.
Find out what happens when you mix higher
learning with love, lust and betrayal on a North Carolina college campus.
Essence best selling author Torrian
Ferguson evokes pure eroticism into a well-told tale of "who done it" with a
sinister twist that reveals to the reader just how scandalous a desperate person
can be.
Tyrell Stants is a con man doing time and
the only thing on his mnd is other people's money. He is charming and witty and
bids off of strangers who become his pen pals. He picks his victims carefully,
promising love and companionship. He has them all convinced he will be with them
upon his release and they truly believe they will live happily ever after with
Tyrell.
Unfortunately, he has no intention of
fulfilling his promises. Instead, he merely uses his fine looks and charismatic
pen game to get his pen pal to send him everything he wants, especially their
money.
Will they find out the truth about the man
they all love? Will Tyrell get out of prison and change his ways? Will he get
away with his con and scam for more money through his lies and deception? Or
will he become his own victim and get a double dose of his own medicine? You'll
find out!
Aisha Kone receives the surprise of her
life for her twenty-first birthday when she learns that her dad has purchased
her an all expense trip to Africa. She feels like they are finally starting to
repair the relationship that got torn apart when her dad started suspecting she
was leading a alternate life-style that was degrading to his position of high
esteem in New York City’s Muslim community. But, after spending a luxurious week
in Africa, Aisha’s life gets turned upside down when she’s detained by the
National Security Police at Abidjan International Airport in the Ivory Coast.
What she feels like will be a small nuisance of delay turns into years of being
held against her will thousands of miles away from everyone that cares about her
back in the United States.
This touching story of surviving while being raped, beaten, starved, and housed
under unsanitary and unsafe conditions could be taken straight from the
headlines. Aisha struggles to maintain her sanity although her world has turned
topsy-turvy. And, in true real woman fashion, she exacts revenge on all of her
perpetrators then makes preventing her catastrophe from happening to anyone else
her life’s work.
Aisha’s story moves you, shakes you, and may even bring you to tears. Yes, it
also gives you the reality of what life could be to a normal renaissance woman
who ends up abducted in a foreign land. And it makes us realize that you never
know who has it in for you or wants to hurt you. Find out how Aisha’s heart is
broken in addition to suffering in a foreign land when she finds out who’s
behind her dilemma. It may break your heart as well. SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
Blackface:
A Novel by Q.B. Well -Art Official Media LLC (November 15,
2005)/Trade Paper- $13.95
Back cover To protect his mother,
16-year-old Clinton Ray a.k.a Black must run away from his home. Forced to
mingle with the worst elements and circumstances of urban life, Black bumps into
Face, Penny and Zero, who together chase the American Dream. Inevitably, their
experiences provoke Black to reassess his friendships, his lifestyle and his own
aspirations. In his journey of self-discovery, Black must learn how to survive
on the streets of Chicago, reevaluate his life decisions, or perish in the chaos
of life. Evocative, elegantly crafted and fast-paced, Blackface challenges the
reader and promises to be one engaging read.
The current administration wants to seal
the borders preventing any further illegal aliens from entering the country,
therefore thwarting anymore terrorist attacks.
But what if they are already here ... By
way of the "Hood"?
One Lebanses student becomes a naturalized
citizen, one man from the Bronx has the connections and three dudes from Harlem
have the Job.
Childhood friends, Keisha, Trisha, Tasha
and Teefa quickly learn how to use their beauty and sexual prowess to manipulate
men. Each woman has suffered abuse at the hand of a man, and decide to make a
life-long pact. These gorgeous, but scandalous women turn the tables by making
any man that cross their path pay for their womanizing behavior; especially if
their not from the Dirty.
These women don't know the definition of Southern Hospitality, and when these
out-of-towners come to North Carolina for a visit, they receive a painful dose
of reality. After pulling several heists and practically getting away with
murder, these ruthless and cold hearted women will stop at nothing to get what
they want until...one of them begins to fall for her prey. She attempts to alter
the groups original plans, which could expose their true identities leading to
possible imprisonment.
The battle between love and loyalty are on the line in Down In the Dirty. As you
fasten your seatbelts, prepare for this trip down I-95 South and enjoy the
sites, you will find out what lies ahead and just how hot it really gets Down In
the Dirty.
Nikki Turner, National Bestselling author of Hustler’s Wife
and The Glamorous
"J.M. Benjamin’s freshman novel is pure fire! Down In The Dirty takes urban
literature to a new high."
Susan Hampstead, Senior Editor, Don Diva Magazine
"J.M. Benjamin is a new and exciting underground writer making noise, destined
to solidify his spot in urban literature."
Asante Kahari, National Bestselling author of Birth of a Criminal & Homo Thug
"Down In The Dirty will vindicate authentic street literature." SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
Dangerously
Insured: Are You Covered? by Shafeeq -Level V
Publishing/Trade Paper- $14.95
Tainted Loyalty is a fast moving tale of
Betrayal, Back Stabbing and Double Crossing. Star, Crystal, Janice and Tammy all
grew up in Queens. This foursome rush head long onto the streets of Queens with
their motto S and S-Set 'Em and Stick 'Ek. they're living a ghetto fabulous
life, reaping the benefits of being beautiful and attractive to all the ballers
and playas. But things take a dark turn....
The last thing Tony noticed before passing out
was what looked like red ice cream lying next to little Arianna, he knew it use
to be vanilla, and the floating balloon still tied to her wrist, untouched by
the flying bullets.
Anthony “Tony” Thornton is a well-respected college student. Kyra Thompson is a
beautiful, street-smart girl with a bright future in the modeling industry.
Their lives are forever changed on a hot summer day in Boston, when Kyra
witnesses a gang-related shooting at the African Pride Festival. Tony gets
caught in the crossfire of a shootout between a neighborhood drug dealer and
three of his enemies while trying to save the life of a little girl named
Arianna. Moved by his heroic and unselfish behavior, Kyra actively pursues Tony,
and the two begin to build a relationship. Shortly after they became husband and
wife, Tony’s luck changes for the better when he becomes the winner of a $5
million dollar lottery ticket, however more money more problems as Kyra, the
Angel, Tony thought he had shows her true colors and turns out to be the devil
in disguise.
During all of life’s ups and downs, Tony continues to grow closer to Arianna.
Will Tony ever find the happiness that he truly deserves, or will Kyra destroy
everything he’s worked to achieve?
About the Author Stacey Stephon Harris lives in Boston,
Massachusetts, and runs his own company called Full Blown Entertainment. Stacey
and his fiancée are the proud parents of a healthy baby girl born August 25,
2005.
Book Review: Anthony
“ Tony” Thornton is a young black man working hard to be somebody. While
home from college Tony is shot in a gang related shooting while saving
the life of a little girl named Arianna. Watching in the wings is Kyra,
a pretty, street smart young lady with a bright future in modeling. When
Kyra picks up Tony’s jacket from the scene of the shooting, full of
blood and a bullet hole she becomes overwhelmed. Kyra take the jacket
home and washes it wondering who this good looking local hero is. Kyra
brings Tony’s jacket and wallet to the hospital where they get to know
each other well. Tony is smitten by Kyra and her sweet and caring ways.
He thinks he might have found “the one” his angel as he calls her. That
is until Tony hits the lottery and wins five million dollars. Suddenly
Kyra isn’t the angel he thought she was. Kyra is spending money like
crazy and when Tony shuts her down to save for their future, Kyra turns
evil.
Tony also goes to the hospital
often to visit little Arianna and her mother Pauline with whom he has
developed a close relationship. Kyra the angel doesn’t like it one bit.
Pauline knows that Kyra witnessed the shooting but Kyra says she doesn’t
remember any of it. Tony’s family feels something just isn’t right with
Kyra. Along with the mix is an ancient charm given to Tony by an old
woman. A charm that is magical in Tony’s hand.
This is a love story gone mad with
a street fiction backdrop and a lesson on how money can bring greed and
greed brings evil. I can’t wait for part 2. Harris had crafted a
bittersweet novel that holds you to the end. A fast easy read. A
wonderful debut.
Tish, Rayon, and Tasheena are about to
show the world what friendship really means. each living their own separate
lives. they stumble upon obstacles that would define who they are later in life.
Tish - A High Scholl mother learned early
about responsibility by having a child by a small time drug dealer who later
became a "King Pin" and victim of a quarrel...
Rayon - One of Tish's best friends from
the suburbs in more of a follower than any thing else. She got caught up in a
pregnancy and found comfort in her two best friends Tish and Tasheena who where
from the projects...
Tasheena - Is the direct opposite of both
them... She was a woman scorned early by the love of her life who abandoned her
for a heroin addiction. Unable to deal with the loneliness that overcame her,
she sought out comfort from any and every man she could, only digging herself
into a deeper depression. Until she Discovered Allah (God).
Meet Lanessa, Patrice, and Wanda: three
sisters from New Orleans who want it all and who'll go to any means necessary to
get it.
Patrice's friend and neighbor took her
man, her money and her home. Now, she's out for revenge and the world better
watch out. Her motto is "Revenge is a dish best served cold."
Wanda, a lawyer, will do anything to
advance her career at the District Attorney's office even if it means losing
everything and putting her life in danger.
Lanessa works at the airport checking in
passengers for departing flights. When passengers leave town, she checks into
theirs empty homes to rob them until one day when she picks the wrong man to
rob.
The sisters decide the only way to get
rich quick is to use their wits and their bodies. But when one of them turns up
dead, the fun and games are over, and the other two have to decide if they want
to continue their pursuits or get out before it's to late.
Menace
II Society by Crystal Lacey Winslow, Al Saadiq Banks, Mark
Anthony, Isadore Johnson, J. M. Benjamin -Melodrama Publishing (January 30,
2006)/Trade Paper- $15.00
Menace II Society is a gritty work of fiction
that captures the allure of sex, money, murder and power. These bestselling
authors have collaborated on a page-turner.
Walk with Me by
Al-Saadiq Banks
Newark, New Jersey is eager to get rid of the infamous, Miracle. A predicate
with a long list of felonious crimes. When he’s arrested for the brutal murders
of his two co-defendants, he realized that his life is over. Walk with Me by
Al-Saadiq Banks walks you through the seemingly dark life of Miracle, capturing
the ironic circumstance of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Snake Eyes by Mark
Anthony
Keep your friends close and your enemies closer. That’s the old adage in the
’hood. But what happens when your friend is your enemy? All hell breaks loose in
Snake Eyes. Mark Anthony weaves a dramatic street tale that will leave you on
the edge of your seat!
Cagney & Lacey by
Crystal Lacey Winslow
Cagney & Lacey—When two felons growing up on opposite coasts meet—the attraction
is magnetic. When Lacey’s past comes back to haunt her—Cagney’s love is put to
the test. Will Cagney ride or die for his lady? Just like a modern day Bonnie
and Clyde, these two embark on a killing spree in their quest to leave the past
behind.
The Deceitful Hunted
by Isadore Johnson
Quawi Ubati’s desperation to hold on to his half billion dollar cocaine empire
built by blood and fear has led him to hunt down two men responsible for the
ultimate betrayal. This notorious Nigerian drug lord unleashes havoc that not
even the powerful F.B.I. could withstand in order to find and kill these
individuals who he once trusted before planning the ultimate escape.
Keepin’ it Gangsta by
JM Benjamin
Keepin’ it Gangsta is the only way the notorious "Dicer" knows how to live.
Feared by many because of his murderous and infamous reputation—he still finds a
soft spot in his black heart to hold down the only woman that ever truly loved
him. But in true "Dicer" fashion he can only keep it gangsta!
Clarke Harvey has made a mess of her
charmed life and doesn't know-or want to know-how to fix it. The drama begins
when Clarke finds herself caught in a love triangle with a man she loves for his
charm and a man she loves for what he can provide. By the time she takes matters
into her own hands, things really get wild.
When a stranger helps her to unleash the untamed vixen inside she delights in
her sexual freedom. But when the man she really loves marries someone else she
becomes man's worst nightmare.
This dramedy by exciting new novelist Tracy L. Foster follows Clarke on a
decade-long journey in and out of outrageous situations primarily of her own
doing.
You’ll laugh at the wild and crazy times of Clarke and her committee of friends.
You’ll share in the joy and feel the pain as Clarke precariously rides the
roller coaster that she calls life.
About the Author:
Exciting new author Tracy L. Foster always has used the written word to express
her inner thoughts. Daily entries in her journal as a young girl turned into
short stories as a teenager and novellas as a young adult. "Writing is cathartic
for me," Foster remarks. "It was only recently that I figured out that other
people would find pleasure in my words."
A friend spotted an unfinished manuscript tucked behind her couch, began reading
it, and strongly encouraged her to complete and publish it. That manuscript is
This Bitch Is Crazy, Foster’s first novel.
The dramedy follows the protagonist, Clarke Harvey, on a decade-long journey in
and out of outrageous situations primarily of her own doing. "Clarke seemingly
has everything going for her on the outside, but is crazy and out of control on
the inside," the author states.
Like Clarke, Foster is a strong, educated woman who worked in a variety of
fields before answering her true calling. Also like Clarke, Foster delights in
close friendships. Unlike Clarke, "I’d like to think that I’m sane," Foster
remarks with a laugh.
The title, Foster says, is one to which Generation X-ers and Baby Boomers alike
can relate. "The phrase ‘that bitch is crazy’ is commonly used among my circle
of friends, so since Clarke is crazy, that phrase is appropriate for my book."
Readers will laugh as Clarke and her friends show no restraint during their wild
and crazy times. As Clarke rides the roller coaster that she calls life, readers
will share in her joy and feel her pain. The novelist says that many readers can
relate to Clarke because they are like her, even if they are not willing to
admit it.
Foster threw in some steamy scenes as well. "Clarke’s metamorphosis to vixen may
have some readers wiping their brows and going for a glass of water," Foster
jokes. The author’s next novel will be The Devil’s Workshop. She also is working
on the sequel to This Bitch Is Crazy, entitled Bitch, Please.
Foster holds a bachelor’s degree in humanities with specializations in English
and religious studies from the University of Louisville. She is an entrepreneur
in the Midwest whose ventures include Foster House Publishing. SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
I
Shoulda' Seen It Comin' by Danette Majette -Life Changing/Nvision/PowerPlay
(January 19, 2006)/Trade Paper- $15.00
Zsaset realizes that she must have been a fool to
get married so young. Now all she can think about is a new life in the fast
lane. Once she breaks from the chains of her controlling husband and leave
Norfolk behind, she finds a whole new world is waiting on her in Richmond. One
filled with strong, sexy, bad boys.
Enter O.B., a manipulative, young, gangster who
promises to provide for all of Zsaset’s needs. Soon she’s draped in designer
gear and is the hottest thing on the block. However, still naïve, she doesn’t
yet understand that the price for her new life grows higher every day. Sex,
drama and deceit are just the beginning. Followed by danger and succumbing to a
life of violence that threatens to spin out of control.
Chasing the drama from one man to the next, she finds herself hoping the future
will be brighter with each promising new lover. As fate would have it, she is
dealt the ultimate test, trying not to burn when she finds herself out of the
frying pan and into the fire. SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
Born
In The Game by Edna S. Jones -A-Philly-Ation-Productions/Trade
Paper- $15.00
Born in the Game is an urban tale of a
young man's rise to ghetto superstar status. Based on a true story, follow the
tale of Kasey McMann as he lives the legacy of a hustle's tradition. Ultimately
wanting a better life for those he cares about, through misdirection, he travels
down a path of negativity to achieve his goals. You'll grow as he grows, laugh
as he laughs, hurt as he hurts and love as he loves; you'll ; lose yourself in
the birthing canal of this page turner and once you're finished, you too will
walk away feeling as if you've been Born in the Game.
CONVICT'S CANDY is based on a teenaged,
pre-op transsexual who gets arrested and sent to federal prison, one week before
getting a sex-change operation. Still having male organs, Candy is housed with
strong, masculine, handsome male inmates who haven't touched a woman in years.
Candy soon finds herself being caught in several love affairs with men having
families, girlfriends and wives at home--waiting for them to be released.
About the Author
DAMON "AMIN" MEADOWS was born and raised in South Philadelphia, and is the proud
father of two beautiful daughters. In 1993, at the young age of 21, he was tried
and sentenced to life without the possibility of parole—being only a first-time
offender. Through his faith in Allah, "AMIN" has been successful in the
appellant process—given a release date that will grant him his freedom in the
near future.
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JASON POOLE was born and raised in Washington, DC and is the father of a
teenaged son. He’s also Essence magazine best-selling author of LARCENY—written
while serving time in prison. In 1996, JASON POOLE was incarcerated on a drug
violation charge, currently serving an illegal sentence, due to an erroneous
enhancement—awaiting appellate relief any day now.
DAMON "AMIN" MEADOWS AND JASON POOLE conducted interviews together while writing
CONVICT’S CANDY, gathering facts and pertinent information from the actual
transsexual, inmates, both gay and straight, as well as documented personal
observations and events the two writers have witnessed while being incarcerated.
They’ve also done research on HIV and AIDS, wanting to become more knowledgeable
on the ongoing crisis that affects us globally. Although most of the characters
and events in this novel are true, the story has been fictionalized to protect
the guilty...
The two talented writers’ purpose for writing CONVICT’S CANDY was to expose what
was really going on behind the prison walls, in addition to educating readers
everywhere, especially those in high-risk urban areas, about HIV transmissions
and how the crisis is leading among African-American females.
Beverly Smith, Fashion Editor-At-Large, VIBE
A sweet, sticky story. A real page turner!
Aisha Gumby, Don Diva Magazine
Gripping...A gritty, scandalous story about brothers behind bars. Keeps you on
the edge of your seat!
Treasure Blue, Author of Harlem Girl Lost
CONVICT'S CANDY left me speechless!
Book Review:
I really enjoyed reading this book. I
couldn't put it down. In the beginning I truly felt Andy (Candy's) pain. I also
appreciate the truth about what goes on in the jails. I truly beleive that these
things happen and unfortunately out sisters, brothers and children pay the
price.
Very well done Damon "Amin" Meadows and Jason Poole.
I also like that fact that you were in the story and that helps to make it
believeable. Keep up the good work and my prayers are with you upon your
release.
by Karen suave432003@yahoo.com SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK
He's
Fine... But is He Saved? by Kimberley Brooks -Driven
Enterprises (December 10, 2004)/Trade Paper- $12.95
He's Fine...But is He Saved? is an entertaining
and inspiring novel about the challenges and triumphs of three friends waiting
to be found by love. Sandy attracts men who are only interested in sex. Now that
she is saved, will she ever meet the right one? Michelle once dated Pierre
Dupree, her church's finest and most eligible bachelor. She just knew he was The
One, but could she be wrong? Liz hasn't dated in over two years. She is too busy
taming her single mother who is forty-five going on twenty-five. Will Liz ever
have time for a man, or does she even want one? Three Single Girlfriends, Three
Separate Issues with Men, One Lord and Savior of ALL.
First time author Dwayne Murray, Sr., was
compelled to write an urban novel that magnified the strength of a woman living
in the mean streets of New York City. In his book, The Mouse that Roared, Miss
Sandra Lyte is the mirror image of beauty, intelligence, intensity, vitality,
and wit. Sandra Lyte’s personal attributes laid dormant deep within her, but
when the time is right, she digs deep in her soul to muster up the nerve to
stand up for herself. Sandra’s beginnings in New York City were very turbulent.
She ran away from home thinking she was “grown” but quickly recognized how naïve
and immature she really was. Just like fairy tales, a “prince” or a “knight in
shining armor” comes along and promises love and happiness. He offers the
“American Dream” on a silver platter all neatly packaged with a home, children,
and a puppy and let’s not forget the ever alluding “white picket fence.” “WAKE
UP!” it’s just a dream because slowly but surely the dynamics of this urban
“Romeo & Juliet” love affairs takes on a life of umbrageous affairs involving
drugs, gangsters, top officials and police officers involved in the shadiness of
the underground. Sandra’s “Romeo” is a self-made ghetto entrepreneur who holds
powerful trump cards in his back pocket. Sandra’s life quickly snowballs into an
ever ending battle of life vs. death. The Mouse that Roared is filled with
action-packed twists and turns, the reader will eagerly anticipate turning to
the next page. The reader will ride the emotional rollercoaster of cheering,
cursing, praying, crying, and hoping the characters gets what’s coming to them.
The Mouse that Roared is an urban “fictional” novel however, author Dwayne
Murray, Sr. writes about real life situations that takes place on the streets of
New York City and he is sure on some levels are reminiscent of the readers’
experiences. Get ready for an excellent read! THE BOOK The Mouse that Roared is
a gut-wrenching fast paced thriller that will focus on the journey of a woman,
the referent power of family bonds, and what is meant by true friendships.
Circumstances and bad fortune will exalt the most innocent, intellectual,
mild-mannered woman’s true strength when she is forced into a corner. Readers
who are captivated by novels filled with twists and turns, elements of surprise,
battles, and survival of the fittest that challenges one’s wit will enjoy The
Mouse that Roared. The author wants to depict in the minds of readers that the
most unmasculine human being will defend themselves if threatened. The Mouse
that Roared is an excellent book for all readers, but it will enthrall the minds
of women who may identify similarities around falling in love, wanting the
American Dream, and sometimes having to face disappointment and despair. The
author believes society often wishes for the underdog to prevail. The Mouse that
Roared will deliver satisfaction and entertainment to its readers. The author is
in sync with the premise of other urban-based novels. Readers who previously
purchased other titles like Harlem Girl Lost by Treasure E. Blue, Betrayal of a
Hustler by B.L.U.N.T., Drug Dealer by Isadore Johnson, and FATOU: An African
Girl in Harlem by SIDI will appreciate this story about The Mouse that Roared.
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Truth
Told by J J Nash -iUniverse, Inc. (October 19, 2005)/Trade
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The courtroom was crowded by the time Trina
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that were presented to him everyday. Nodding to all the familiar faces Trina
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