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My mother won’t release me from her mistake. I was my ex’s unplanned side chick and his something to do. I’m struggling to forgive myself for my reckless decision nearly six years ago. Then I encountered him, the sexy stranger whose presence gave me a flicker of hope. The problem is. . . my scars. Is he worth taking a chance with?

This profoundly moving romance follows musician Sophie and journalist Nathan as they discover the power of connection and creative rejuvenation in the wake of loss.

When Khadoja Perry agrees to become a surrogate for Canyon "Cannon" Kross—a cold-hearted, fine-as-hell, hood-rich thug with no interest in love—everything starts to unravel. What was supposed to be a contractual, nine-month transaction turns complicated fast. Between Doja's ex stirring the pot, her smart mouth, Cannon's low tolerance, and heated moments of thug passion, a bond forms that neither of them saw coming.

Welcome to Monsters Inc., where decisions have consequences and loyalty comes at a high cost. In this intense power struggle, the lines between good and evil are blurred, leaving no one untouched. Will they rise up to fight or become just another pawn in the twisted game of power?

Ava couldn’t believe she’d let her best friend talk her into coming to a mind numbing holiday party on the night before Christmas. As Ava counts the minutes before she can leave, all she can think about is how much she wants to snuggle up on the sofa with a crappy holiday movie and drink too much eggnog (with rum). That is, until an old classmate, Elias Young, sits next to her at the party. Elias is way too charming to be any good for her, but fate forces Ava to put that tired theory to the ultimate test. Is it happenstance? Serendipity?

Hayden is faced with a troublous dilemma, irrevocably changing her life as she once knew it. She’s homeless. And with funding insecurities, the future of her entire non-profit organization is also at stake. Pregnant and preoccupied, Hayden has serious, calculating decisions to make. After the blowup with Hayden, life goes on for Ishaan. It’s business as usual. There are still resorts to run, nefarious people to immobilize, and a son to raise without the support of said son’s extended family. But is that all his life now consists of?

Returning to her hometown for a class reunion was supposed to be a brief escape for Willow. A chance to breathe between the cracks of her carefully constructed life and the relationship she left hanging in limbo. Benjamin Davis knows permanence. It’s in every line he draws at his tattoo studio and in the promises he keeps to his daughter. His life is structured, stable, and predictably imperfect. When they cross paths at a local bar, neither expects the immediate pull between them, or the impossible choice it presents.

Kaos Montgomery is one of four managing partners at Montgomery, Pierce, Walker, and Gough Law Firm. He handles the organized crime unit, defending mafia leaders, drug lords, and assassins. Though Kaos spent his younger days in the underworld, he thrives and takes pride in the legit life he lives now...though some people in his past and personal life wish they could bring back the old him.

Derek was faced with a difficult decision when it came to his long-lost siblings. However, when Holly does the unthinkable along with her mother Mary, his choice to do what needed to be done was no longer in question. Lamont couldn't stay away from Jurzee like he had been told to do many times. Unfortunately, not only did he put himself in danger, but also his family. Still not caring about anyone but himself, his fate was sealed, and there wasn't anything he could do about it.

The scent of jasmine drove my dragon insane, consumed my every thought. I had to find her—the woman carrying that intoxicating fragrance. When I caught her trail, instinct took over. I couldn't stop tracking her, following every move she made. Stalking my fated mate became an obsession I was powerless to resist.

Now that the truth was revealed and King knew who was responsible for kidnapping Ivy, he had to make them suffer. Learning that someone from his family was also trying to take him out caught him by surprise. However, there was no turning back, and nothing would stop him from doing what needed to be done in order to maintain Ivy's safety.

Jurzee couldn't catch a break when it came to Lamont. He would show up uninvited and request that she follow his orders. No matter how she tried to stay away from him, he always found a way to her. Unfortunately, he will reveal a secret of Jurzee's that she thought no one knew. Kaution found his sister, Piya, bleeding on the floor of his house. When he learned who the person was that committed the act, he went on a hunt, but to no avail has he found her.

On her wedding day, Tatum Genevese defies her family's expectations by leaving her cold fiancé, Dallas Veneto, at the altar. With her fiercely loyal best friend, Riley, they race against time to escape the chaos and the families determined to reclaim her. At the airport, Tatum can't risk using her ID under her family's watchful eyes, but Riley's instincts lead them to a private hangar. There, with audacious resolve, they charm a stewardess into helping Tatum flee. However, the owner of the aircraft is much more than she could ever bargain for.

Teagan Tolliver is learning the hard way that for every new trophy, every tournament win, comes more scrutiny, more pressure—far beyond what she can do on a court. As an elite, Black female athlete, she's got the eyes of the world on her. Ambrose McNeil is familiar with the concept. Coming out of BSU, he was a star cornerback, fulfilling a long term dream—and challenge—of having his name on the Connecticut Kings roster. Living the dream.

Kori Griffin has always lived her life according to expectations thrust on her by others, until she gets fed up and decides to play the game by her own rules. She quickly discovers, however, that being the architect of your own destiny is easier said than done. While doing what is necessary to ensure she is able to provide for herself, she's thrust into the path of the most unlikely person, Ezren Shaw—the superstar, lover-boy crooner known as Eccentric to his adoring fans.

Aspen is used to getting whatever and whoever he wants, and he doesn’t expect that to change when he meets Malaysia, the sister of the woman his brother is pursuing. Though the attraction and chemistry between Aspen and Malaysia are immediate, there is one thing standing in their way—Malaysia’s boyfriend. When things grow toxic between Malaysia and Peyton, Aspen steps in as her protector. Protecting her physically provides the opportunity for Aspen to prove he can protect her heart and mind as well.

Dali demolished his opponents in the ring. Dali demolished any threats that came his way. Dali demolished his goals and dreams. Dali demolished my pu**y. The only thing he hadn’t been able to demolish were the fears that guarded my heart… but he was a fighter, even if he’d retired… and I knew he wouldn’t stop until he conquered me.

Now that Ivy has found out the truth of how she and King met, she has to get away from him. Unfortunately, Ivy was so distraught learning of his deceit that she wasn't paying attention to her surroundings, which led her straight into the arms of an unknown man. King tried everything in his power to find Ivy, but to no avail was he successful. However, it was brought to his attention that not only was she kidnapped, but that the person involved was very close to him. In a race against time, King did whatever was needed to find Ivy, but was it too late?

People like to say the devil made them do it. And they would be right. I can bend anyone to my will. After all, I am the devil of Pembroke Prep. Only one person dares defy me. The one person I've ever wanted to be an angel for. But she despises me almost as much as I crave her. Serafina van Doren is the one temptation I can't indulge, not with the secrets that I keep. But with the clock running out, maybe it's time to tempt her to the dark side.

Jurzee Bennington was a BBW who didn't care what anyone thought of her. Her self-confidence was through the roof and she made sure to let people know they couldn't disrespect her. That's until she met Lamont, the love of her life. Sadly, he treated Jurzee badly and denied his feelings for her so he wouldn't be made fun of. Fortunately for her, his ignorance brought someone else around that would make her smile.