Kirjahaku

At the end of the day... you are in control of your life.God determines our path, yes, but He's so great that He gives us the free will to choose what we want to do with our lives. He gives us the free will to choose whether we will walk in our purpose or not. He gives us the free will to choose whether we will accept His love or not.So, what are you going to do?Huh?What?Are you going to allow life to string you along, or are you going to take control and create the wonderful, abundant life you desire and deserve?

After giving birth at the age of sixteen, Harlem promised to give her son the world - no matter how hard fulfilling that promise made her life. Two years after Hayden's birth, Harlem finds herself trying to juggle being a mother, starting college, keeping her business running, and moving out of her brother's home. Although he and his wife want nothing more than to help Harlem and Hayden, there's only one person Harlem will ever share the responsibility of raising her son with. His father. Tage Young. Tage Young's life had been mapped out for him from the womb. He was expected to follow in his father's footsteps and play in the NFL. Unlike his father, however, Tage was supposed to play long enough to make sure his parents and the rest of his family would be financially taken care of for the rest of their lives. That plan almost came to a halt when Tage and Harlem became parents. Tage foolishly allowed his parents to talk him into not only leaving Memphis for school, but leaving Harlem and Hayden as well. Two years later, Tage has seemingly realized the error of his ways. He wants to fix things with his son... and Harlem. He wants to live for himself. Be his own man. A father to his son. A husband to Harlem. There's just one thing standing in the way of that - Harlem. Over the past two years she's saved her love and allowed no man to have access to it because of the heartache she experienced dealing with Tage. And if he thinks she's going to allow him to waltz back into her life and heart... well... he's got another thing coming Or does she? *This is a standalone novel, but the characters were first introduced in Give Me Something I Can Feel.*

Although their last name is Cage, this family cannot be caught or contained. Sunshine Cage created and leads the biggest drug cartel in Memphis - La Familia. She runs La Familia with her sisters and cousins. Sunshine is known for her beauty, street smarts, and soft heart. As the youngest of the Cage crew, Sunshine's sisters and cousins guard her heart ferociously. They give no man the chance to enter Sunshine's life and heart.She is the brain behind everything they've built. She approves every deal and every hit they make. She is the foundation they stand on. So, what happens when the foundation is rocked and no longer able to keep steady? That's the question the rest of her family is left asking when Qwazi Marine comes into Sunshine's life and gives her the love she's been seeking desperately. The love they've been trying so hard to keep her away from.Sunshine's bad habit of falling for the potential of what a man could be to her puts not only her caged heart at risk... but also the success of all that La Familia has built. Will Qwazi be the man that proves Sunshine can have both love and the cold heart needed to run the streets? Or will he be the reason her heart and freedom become another one of love's casualties?

"You said your womb was the workshop of God. A sacred space. What does that make you? That makes you holy. Consecrated. Set apart. For me." - Canon Woods He was everything. A reformed drug dealer turned bodyguard who was more than capable of providing and protecting. The perfect mix of holy and hoodlum. With the body of a Greek god, swag that easily left those around him captivated, a way with words that could stimulate the deepest of minds, and a power that commanded fear and respect... Canon Woods was everything.There were just two problems. One - he didn't want commitment. Two - Dynasty Cage wasn't the only woman with her eyes on him. After havoc breaks loose at Qwazi's initiation party, he and Sunshine Cage are out of La Familia, forcing Dynasty to take her place. Dynasty agrees because she sees this as her only chance to get to Amsterdam. The rest of La Familia agrees to let her go. On one condition. That Canon accompanies her as her bodyguard. Dynasty's mind is on La Familia and her current task at hand. The last thing she wants to do is fall for a man who has absolutely no desire to commit to her or anyone else. But that's exactly what happens. She falls. Hard. And while in Amsterdam... Canon catches her.When they return home to Memphis they are met with a common enemy that neither of them were expecting. That, on top of La Familia's disapproval of their union and Canon's ex girl, have them thinking what happened in Amsterdam should've stayed in Amsterdam.Will that be the case? Will their love fizzle out before it truly has a chance to flourish? Or will they throw all caution to the wind and choose love over loyalty? Read part two of Caged Love to find out

"My mama taught us to be women, but my pops taught us to only entertain men; real men. Men like him. Of course my sisters and I have made horrible decisions in the past because that's just a part of life. But that night... as young as we were... I knew you were going to grow up into this..." her eyes met his. "Powerful, loyal, strong man. A man soft as cotton to love me tenderly, yet strong as concrete to protect me. I knew you would, and you did. You did." - Aurelia Cage As La Familia begins to unravel, Sunshine and Dynasty have something to hold them together that Aurelia doesn't - a man. As they tie up a few loose ends they draw on the strength of their men to make it through. Aurelia has never been the one to be in her feelings, that's always been Sunshine, but as Aurelia watches her sister's explore other areas and priorities in life she can't help but consider how different her life would be if she had love as well. Not just love. But Lecrae Benson's love. Five years have passed since they split, and since then she's been settling for Mr. Right Now's to avoid the pain of losing her Mr. Right because of all she did wrong. When Lecrae returns to Memphis he has his mind set on one thing - reclaiming his woman. And Aurelia is all for that... until she realizes her current Mr. Right Now has no plans of letting her go for Lecrae or anyone else.After breaking one of her cardinal rules about mixing business with pleasure, Aurelia finds herself in a committed relationship with a Miami drug lord that doesn't like change and inconsistency. He understands Aurelia's desire for Lecrae, but nothing matters to him more than his desire for her. Who will come out victorious? Will Aurelia finally get her happily ever after with her first love? Or will she be forced to remain loyal to Sy to spare La Familia? Read part three of Caged Love to find out

"When I'm with you... sex ain't a factor. I love and respect and care about you too much. But when I'm with a female like her... that's all she has to offer me. So I take what I can't get from you from someone else. I don't care about them, but I love you." - Roman Cage With over ten years of friendship between them, Jaelah Benson has had the biggest crush on Roman Cage for as long as she can remember. Everything about him turns her into mush. His perfect mix of hood, goofy, and gentle makes her pine. And the way that he protects her and provides for her has tremendously strained her relationship with Dru.After the death of her mother, Jaelah returns home to Memphis, and her rightful place in Roman's life... but things are different now. She's older. More alert to her feelings and desires. And Roman's wild and carefree promiscuous lifestyle.As those around them seal their love for eternity, Roman and Jaelah continue to fight how they feel, until it becomes too much for either of them to handle. Tired of wanting a man who obviously doesn't feel the same for her, Jaelah prepares to cut all ties with Roman... but when he's forced to be without her he realizes just how much he loves her.Will his revelation have perfect timing... allowing them to step into a new level of love? Or will his loyalty to his past ways end their relationship before it begins? Read part 4 of Caged Love to find out

"Do you believe in love at first sight? Do you believe in love at all?" - Omega Cage As the oldest of the Cage clan, Omega has committed himself to being the example that he wanted everyone under him to follow. In the process, he's cheated himself of what matters most - love and his own family.With La Familia changing and expanding, Sunshine has put its dismantling out as an option.To everyone's surprise, Omega has no problem dismantling La Familia - after he helps Delaney Robinson. Known in Richmond Virginia for being a heartless Queen pin, Delaney reached out to La Familia months prior to handle a situation that she was far too close to to have clarity over. From the minute Omega hears her story and her name, he's drawn to her, and willing to do whatever it takes to keep her safe. When La Familia began close to eight years ago, they swore nothing would separate them but death. Now, it seems as if all it took was love. Will that be the case for Omega as well? Or will his pursuit of one final hit be what ends La Familia in a way none of them expected? Read the finale of Caged Love to find out

Briella Michaels had one goal for 2017-to fall in love and get married. Under the guidance of her love and relationship guru, Briella devotes herself to endless dates in hopes of finding the man for her. Priest Bradford had one goal for 2017-to get over his ex-fianc e and make sure that he never falls for another woman again. Ever. Like... in life. Reaching his breaking point with love, Priest devotes himself to his business and building an empire. As a home stager and interior designer, Briella is always on the hunt for new opportunities to show her talent and creativity. When she hears about Bradford Realty looking to hire a home stager she's determined to land the gig. What she doesn't plan on is falling in love with the owner-Priest. Priest has everything on Briella's husband list. There's just one problem; he doesn't want to be her husband or anyone else's. As the two venture off into their business relationship, Briella can't help but desire a personal one while Priest does everything in his power to keep from falling for her. By the time their contract is up, Priest has to make a decision that has the power to change both of their lives-secure his future with Briella or allow his past to pull them apart.

In the preface of "No Love in his Heart" seeds of love bloomed. In part one, those seeds became flowers that were nurtured. In part two, those flowers... may wilt. For Messiah and Blue, it seems as if they can never catch a break. When Messiah finally decides to permanently and legally tie his life to Blue, his life is put on the line. Will he be found and saved, or will the future he had in store for Blue die right along with him? For Indie and Kiylee, the past has a way of constantly resurfacing in their present, threatening their future. A lack of communication between these two leads Kiylee into the arms of another man. Will she come to her senses in time, or will Indie end their relationship before it can truly begin? For Alante and Tamara, their ten-year toxic marriage has turned them both into people they don't even recognize. When Tamara asks for a divorce, Alante agrees, surprising everyone that knows him. Attorney Rockmore has made it his mission to help Tamara with her divorce proceedings, and her heart if she will allow him. There's just one problem - Alante's medication turns him into the man Tamara has always wanted him to be. Will she continue on with the divorce, or give love with her husband a second chance?

*Please note: This is a 56,000 word standalone novel in a three part series. Each book has a happy ending. There are no continuations. Each book features a different couple and can be read in any order.* "People die or leave when you need them most. Nothing is ever certain. Nothing is ever sure." - Kailor Smith When Kailor Smith's mother dies, her life crumbles. Completely. Still looking out for her in death, Asia sends Kailor on a journey of self-discovery. The journey, meant to be a six-month path of fun and finding purpose, leads Kailor to Finley Trails where she temporarily lives with her brother Kai... and his best friend and bandmate Zion Johnson. Zion Johnson is convinced that he has only two things to offer the world - his music and his manhood. Nothing more, like love, but definitely nothing less. After losing his parents at a young age, he's convinced it's his job to protect every damsel that comes his way. Even his best friend's sister. No matter how much his best friend wants him to stay away. As Kailor and Zion's paths collide, they find themselves on a journey of healing and love together. There's just one problem; their union is forbidden. Not only could their relationship destroy Zion and Kai's friendship, but it also has the potential to ruin their band and all of the success they've built. The odds are stacked against them, and for a while they are even at war with their own feelings, but Kailor and Zion must choose between love or the numbing pain they have both accepted as their truths.

Kai's goal has always been to protect and preserve his best friend's heart. When Roux decides she's ready for love, Kai takes it upon himself to find the perfect man for her. Never did he imagine he'd face that man when he looked in the mirror.

Luana Berry's plate is full. Not only is she juggling two jobs and an internship, but she's doing so while maintaining a 3.8 GPA at the most expensive private school in Memphis, TN. Just a few months away from being the first college graduate in her family, Luana plans to continue her education and become a Lawyer. There's just one thing standing in the way of her dreams - her brother, Lucas Berry.Jaxon Jeffries' plate is full. Not only does he have his own investment firm, but he's also on the city council and running for mayor. When his parents suggest that he take a wife to soften his image and show his loving, compassionate side to voters Jaxon is against it - until he saves Lucas Berry in exchange for the chance to have his sister Luana.With Lucas being the reason Luana had the opportunity to even attend college, she feels obligated to help her brother during his time of need. So much so that when the choice is his freedom or her singleness she agrees to stand by Jaxon's side as his wife.Jaxon and Luana have one goal - to prove to the world that they love each other before election day. Neither desire real love, especially from each other, but the more time they spend together the more they realize love is no respecter of persons, time, deals and enemies made, or hearts that intend to be saved.

'If he loves me... it will have to be unconditionally. Even those unlovable parts of me that the newness of us has made him too blind to see.' - Cassie Cassie Armstrong is beautiful, creative and one of the most free-spirited people you'd ever meet. With dreams of becoming an internationally known fashion designer, Cassie is able to see the beauty in everything and everyone... except herself. Matteo Tate has been a fighter all of his life. A protector all of his life. When he meets Cassie, the warrior instinct that he was born with goes into overdrive. He realizes with time that Cassie is a princess who is unaware of her need to be saved. Matteo is stuck with two choices - remove himself from her life to avoid watching her spiral out of control, or risk hurting his own heart to save hers. Two men. Two vastly different displays of love. One of which isn't love at all. But which one? Cassie is unsure. All she can do is pray that she chooses correctly because both her heart and her life will depend on it. *Please note: This is a spinoff from 'Coffee with a side of You'.

"An emotionally charged psychological thriller that will leave fans breathless as they bear witness to the lengths a wife will go to honor her vows. An addictive page turner for fans of twisty plots in the same vein of Colleen Hoover's Verity. Perfect wife... Perfect life... until you can't remember either. The moment Dante Williams wakes up on the side of the road, unsure of where he is or who he is, his life changes for the worse. After a brief stay in the hospital, Dante is released to the care of his loving wife, Sade. Sade is beautiful, successful, and loyal. So loyal, she devotes herself to Dante indefinitely, hoping this will help him appreciate what he has--his life and his wife. While seemingly having it all, their perfect marriage isn't enough to keep Dante from digging up the past in hopes of recovering his memory. It isn't long before he begins questioning Sade's behavior and intentions. Once secrets start to unravel, Dante is left more confused than the day following the accident. When Dante discovers evidence of something more sinister at play, he prepares to end his marriage but learns quickly that Sade meant every word in her vows and plans to honor them, until death."