Xain Smith is a stoic, street-smart ex-mafia enforcer trying to live a low-profile life as the head of security for hip-hop’s rising superstar, Q. But consistently crossing paths with the woman he loathes, Khaleesi Williams, the rapper’s creative director, proves to be the most frustrating part of his job. Never one to bite her tongue, Khaleesi makes it painfully obvious that she doesn't see it for him either. The pair is still recovering from the implosion of their past relationships, and the tension between them crackles with unresolved anger, harsh words, and something neither of them wants to admit lingers: chemistry. In the high-stakes world they now share, will proximity blur the line between love and hate? Or will their friction force one of them out of the job they fought to obtain?

While in the spotlight, Q might seem like his heart belongs to the rap game, topping the Billboard charts and preparing for a headlining tour. But offstage, he is devoted to Jameera, his high school sweetheart turned designer, stylist, and creative powerhouse. What they built on love and loyalty is thrown into chaos when beef with a rival rapper turns their relationship into a viral spectacle, all for the love of clout. But in a world fueled by money, mayhem, and public opinion, can their relationship withstand the pressure, or will the spotlight destroy what they built?

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Hailing from Clearwater, Florida, Lakia crafts captivating stories that speak to the hearts of book lovers. With several best-selling titles to her name, she’s known for bringing authentic Florida men to life on the page. Through raw emotion, relatable characters, and unforgettable plotlines, Lakia continues to leave her mark on the urban romance scene.

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Aroyal Ortega carries the weight of the world, but is fine with the weight. That is until a particular job puts him in the room with her. A woman he finds himself drawn to instantly, breaking his cardinal rule. What do you do when you’re staring at forever?

She’s looking for what feeds her soul. Beating herself up because at her big old age she still doesn’t know what she wants. What she wants and what she’s good at are two different things in her eyes, driving her to search for what’s for her. One night in a studio lands her in his sight. A set of eyes unlike any she’d ever seen. They’re cold, callous and murderous, but she sees something else in them. She sees forever…

What do you do when you’re staring at forever in the form of an unexpected interference?",{"_165":225,"_33":75,"_226":227,"_228":64},"KMP",209,"October 25, 2024","October 25","B0DL3HZF4P","#e8d8d8",[],[],"https://cdn.blackauthored.com/books/7559i/a6b55fa4-b1c0-44e2-bc81-af7b2f5e674d/1788809785.jpg","https://img.blackauthored.com/?preset=poster_thumb&image=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.blackauthored.com%2Fbooks%2F7559i%2Fa6b55fa4-b1c0-44e2-bc81-af7b2f5e674d%2F1788809785.jpg",{"_165":378,"_33":142,"_197":379,"_232":380,"_233":-5,"_234":381,"_236":382,"_238":47},"310a7827-2e07-44ad-861c-da578fe1cdfb","371-kennedy-b","",65,[239],"636dc34e-a7d5-4cca-8f1d-ccbd542b29b1",8297,"5.0",[],[408],"Always Will","af1d72bb-ec82-4540-b9f8-3ddde127c208",{"_21":406,"_165":407,"_267":225},2025,"Sep 2025","2025-09-04","8462-always-will","

Willa Willis doesn’t need anyone. After years of self-discipline and staunch routines, she’s curated the life she always wanted. Her photography studio is a proud middle finger to her estranged family and everyone else who doubted her. But even a self-made woman has to let loose once in a while. A birthday trip is exactly the break she needs, until Mr. Too Perfect shows up.

Trevor Jones lives life on the bright side. Despite a harrowing childhood, the former Coast Guardsman doesn’t sweat the small stuff and never holds a grudge—except for one. When the past comes back to haunt him, a weekend getaway serves as the perfect distraction. Running into the woman of his dreams is icing on the cake.

Convinced they’re incompatible, Willa refuses to give him the time of day. Trevor’s determined to prove her wrong. When they end up in the same bar, one flirty encounter leads to an unforgettable night together. But the next morning she’s gone, forcing him to grapple with unanswered questions and radio silence.

Willa’s intent on leaving the past where it is...until two little pink lines shake up all her plans.

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Aniya Carter

I’ve spent my whole life proving that I can handle anything that comes my way. As one of the most prominent agents in the NAI, my job is to take down those who prey on the innocent. So when a notorious stalker case resurfaces, I eagerly wanted to be part of solving it.

But for my personal life, things get a bit more complicated when I'm forced to move in with the man I hate. I've tried to keep Quang Anh at a distance, but everyday we live together, I'm realizing how wrong I've been.

Between the stakes of this case, and my feelings for Quang—life is testing me in a way I’ve never experienced.

Quang Anh

I thought I had it all. A successful NBA career, a dream job as a Division I head coach and a family that supports me through it all. After all I’ve been through, I’ve finally been given a chance of a lifetime.

The only thing missing is Aniya Carter. She's the only person I've ever wanted, yet she tries her hardest to push me away. Now that we’re under the same roof, our chemistry is stronger than ever, and I don’t know how long we can keep pretending this isn’t real. I want her more than anything and I’ll do whatever it takes to show her that we belong together.

She may push me away, argue with me or even roll her eyes, but I’m not finished with our love story.

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Yara Fairchild only needed a job. With bills piling up, she was desperate. Gino Grant had built an empire in the streets, but because of his wife’s greed, he was on his way out of his illegal operations and ending his marriage in the most vicious way. Fate brought them together when Yara started working for Gino’s wife.

And when they lay eyes on each other for the first time, Gino doesn’t care if he has to move heaven and earth to have her. There’s not a person, place, or thing that can keep him from giving Yara the life she deserves.

But being with Gino means that Yara will fall for her boss’s husband. The job is her only financial support, and she feels stuck between a rock and a hard place.

She’s terrified to trust him and take the leap. He’s afraid his failing marriage will keep him from who he’s meant to be with.

The problem is, their love is too powerful to ignore, which means that it should be worth the risk . . . right?

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