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With the gradual shift from the 1970s disco scene, a new style of music known as hip hop paved way for underground music talent; creating local artists to pop up from all over the Brooklyn, The Bronx, Philly, and Jersey. Some refer to it as “The Golden Era” but rap music was just coming into its own in the early to mid-1980s. This audiobook The History of Hip Hop, Volume 2, takes you behind the scenes and gives you the little-known details of the 1980s era which would lay the roots for an artistic experience that has built the existence of many rap artists now.

No one can deny that Imani and Marquis have chemistry. They always have, and, if Imani had any say it in, they always would. Even though Marquis might not admit it to her, Imani didn’t need him to tell her how he felt. She could tell by the way he danced with her. They were drawn to each other like magnets, and nothing either of them did could change that. Dancing with Marquis made Imani feel like she had finally found someone who understood her, body and soul. She had to have him, but will she be able to convince him that they really are soulmates?

Bobby is a young man with a great talent and passion for baking desserts. This first installment of You’ve Got Options shows how Bobby begins a home baking business. Bobby begins the process of running a successful business by following sound financial principles.

A Black Man's Warfare puts you in the middle of a black man's mind: the never-ending chaos that imposes upon his head - what he used to be and what he could be. Everything and everyone plays a part in this warfare. If you are a black man or raising one, it is imperative to get the key knowledge to gain protection in this war. Its time for battle, black men! If you are a black man, raising a black man, married to one, or looking to find one, this book is for you.

In this book, Mr. Landry takes listeners on a journey of personal struggles, lessons learned, and the steps to overcome. Through Overcoming the Addiction That No One Has, Mr. Landry gives voice to his truth and hopes to start a conversation that frees men from the prison of their shameful past. He knows first-hand what it's like to suffer in silence and wants to empower others to make a different choice.

Penned by one young preacher to others, all preachers will appreciate the wisdom of Reflections for the Call. Written as a devotional, the book uses practical truths and relevant Scriptures to help reconfirm the assignments of those in ministry. When read with fidelity, it will reignite the passion of not just young preachers but anyone with a public ministry call on their life. Listeners will find 30 timeless admonitions that every minister, especially young ministers, should embrace.

If you've ever wondered why people are resistant to your ideas, methods or approach in relationships then This is the Kindness is a must read. The goal in all relationships, whether it's corporate teamwork, friendships, dating or marriages, is to quickly find compatibility and harmony so that you can achieve and complete a multitude of projects. In this book you'll learn why listening to the needs of others, identifying what's important to them, and giving your best are just part of the secret formula to strong partnerships.

Imagine a redemptive love so powerful that it finds you in your lowest moments and launches you on a journey into renewed hope and purpose! Prepare to be inspired and rejuvenated by an ancient story of unlikely romance, whose timeless themes resonate through the pages of Scripture to shine a light in the dark places of loss and disappointment in your life. Are you ready for God to set you on the path He intended and begin revealing His plans for you?

From the author of Restoring Hezekiah: Changing a Generation comes the second part of the story down his road to redemption. There are drugs, failures, and the police. This fast-paced drama, deeply rooted in fact, puts listeners right there with him as he takes them for the wild ride through the ups and downs of relationships and becoming an author.

Pastor Derrick Caine has spent his adult life serving the members of Liberty Fellowship Church. He has been a faithful husband to one wife. In one day, his world changes when his wife leaves him for a woman. He must do some soul searching to find himself and his faith again. Rachel Buford has been a trophy basketball wife and loving mother. She loses her husband to death in a scandalous way. She now has a chance for a fresh start in life, love, and faith. These two wounded souls develop what seems to be an unbreakable bond, until Derrick’s wife returns with a secret.

Meet pastor Titus T. Smith. He has suffered a great loss by losing his wife, Pearl. As he rebuilds his life and ministry, can he find love again? This is a dramatic story of a second chance at love for an alpha pastor. Will he be able to love again without chaos breaking out in his family and ministry? Book one of two in the Endless Love series.

Francine E. Wade has given us a wonderful ladder to climb our way out of disbelief, doubt, and uncertainty. With such topics as "I'm ready for confidence" and "I'm ready for hope", this audiobook just leads us into the arms of trusting and believing God even the more.

Apostle Dedric Hubbard releases a powerful revelation in Married But Not Connected as he expounds on five key areas of marriage that many fail to acknowledge. And as a result, over time the marriage fails and becomes a marriage of convenience and not one of love.

This audiobook deals with the unity that should be in the body of Christ and the tactics of the enemy to disrupt that unity. We deal with what unites us, and the walls that divide us, and how to tear down those walls. We live in a time when divisiveness has become the norm in our society, and has spilled over into the church. We have the power through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to defeat this enemy called division, and unify, and do great exploits in this earth for the kingdom of our God. I ask that you listen to this audiobook with an expectation to see miraculous change to take place, not only in our churches, but families, communities, nations, and the world.

Milton Olive III is one of our American war heroes. He began his military career in the mid-1960s and after completing basic training, became part of an infantry battalion in Vietnam. In the midst of battle, Olive sacrificed his own life for those of his comrades. He covered a grenade with his body, thus minimizing injury and saving the lives of the four others in his squad. As a result, Olive lost his life in battle and was later bestowed the Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest military recognition one can receive in war.

Staff Sergeant Melvin Morris is an honored veteran of the Vietnam War. He served almost 30 years in the United States Army and was even part of a Special Forces Group. Brave and excelling at his career in the military, Morris would do two tours of duty in Vietnam before retiring in 1985.

Chandler the Handler is now in middle school. His challenges are greater because he is confronted with drugs, crime, and peer pressure from females. How does Chandler use his proactive skills in these situations? Listen and you shall see!

This book is a tribute to Natalie Cole, her connection to her legendary father Nat King Cole, her dynamic crossover music fusion, and her place in music history.

Apostle Dedric Hubbard releases another powerful tool of wisdom for emerging leaders. Unleash The Leader in You focuses on five key aspects of what a leader should demonstrate before they open a church in their local community. This book goes in depth to teach seasoned and well as new leaders how their authority should go hand in hand with the power and gifts of the congregation creating a perfect masterpiece of God on earth.

Everyone can relate to walking through very dark periods in life which seem never to end. Noel Jones is not speaking from a vantage point of one who has never suffered, so his words of encouragement and promise carry weight and hope. Sorrow and adversity come, but they do not stay. This book conveys the message that suffering and endurance are preparations for the reward that will come to the one who holds on to and trusts in the faithfulness of God. That one will experience the laughter of triumph. Joy comes in the morning to those who endure.