Julia Simone has been thru some very hard times. Her first husband died, leaving her a single parent; her second husband was an abusive man. She has overcome all those difficulties and is now very successful. Julia has everything she could ever want: a beautiful daughter, a loving family, a best friend, and is financially sound. The only thing missing from her life is a true love, but Julia has given up on ever finding that. Besides, she does not have time to get involved with someone....

Alexander Bennett has always lived a privileged lifestyle, despite the challenges of being biracial and reared by a single parent in an urban city. With his mother's unwavering love and devotion guiding him, Alex excels, and is on a fast track to financial success when he meets the beautiful, intelligent, and independent, Tamara Jackson.In his quest for love and success, Alex makes an unlikely enemy–someone he loves and holds dear to his heart. Insecurity and denial prevent Alex fr...

After three years of marriage, Denise Hightower discovers that her husband, Pastor Bryce Hightower, has a secret addiction that not only jeopardizes his marriage, but impairs his ability to effectively preach the gospel.Yielding to pressure from her mother and her husband, Denise agrees to keep his addiction a secret, although her self-esteem plummets. Her life as the perfect First Lady is falling apart at the seams.Self-centered and determined to uphold his pastoral image,...

Since meeting shortly before their parents' wedding, LaShay Hampton and Brian Pennington have shared a special connection. What began as friendship transforms into a steady flame that takes them down a path that challenges their moral values, causes hurt to innocent people, and could disrupt their future.Will the young inexperienced and sometime immature couple lay aside the game-playing before love passes them by? Or will they always wonder, "what if?"

Since childhood, Kayla Perez has despised the person responsible for every traumatic experience in her life, from her father's death to the loss of her innocence. With a heart filled with anger and bitterness, Kayla strives to live far away from her oppressor – until she meets Samuel Jerrod, who serves the person she hates most: God.Pastor Samuel Jerrod's caring and patience softens Kayla's heart - but just as she embraces the idea of a loving God, tragedy strikes again. Will Kayla...

Newlyweds, Samuel and Kayla Jerrod soon discover love doesn't always lead to happily ever after, and that God's plan is not always easy. Sometimes the best intentions can leave those we love the most wounded.As Samuel and Kayla attempt to navigate their young marriage and parenthood, pride and unresolved issues drive them apart and cause them to question their commitment.Will they survive the growing pains, or abort their destiny?

Ordained Minister Wanda B. Campbell (Illusions) serves up another strong story of loss and redemption sure to invoke a sense of joy and hope that no matter how bad things get, there's always a "silver lining."?The "honeymoon glow" isn't even off blushing new bride Marlissa Scott-Jennings' face when the dark demons of inadequacy emerge from her past. The pressure of living a dream existence with prominent physician Kevin is a life she doesn't feel worthy of. So she soon finds solace ...

Mélange: Musings on Life from a Writers Pen will warm your heart, make you laugh and shed a tear as the Writer's Resource Center of Northern California share their hearts and experiences. The stories and poems may even challenge your way of thinking with the simplistic and controversial themes. Mélange is a mish-mash of muses. Whatever stage life finds you, you will find yourself in this anthology

For five years, Pamela Roberts, has balanced the demands of being a single mother and a devoted Christian. She unselfishly places the needs of her son, Matthew, above her own. Although she tries to convince everyone that she's happy with Jesus alone, Matthew handpicks the perfect present for her—a husband. Everything about the man her son chooses is perfect, except for his past. Micah Stevenson is excited when he learns the son of the woman he has been praying about wants him to join their...

Home Again: Stories of Restored Relationships is a compelling journey into the relationships that matter most. Each story is founded on natural love, but will require the Father's love to heal the brokenness.Travel with husbands and wives, brothers, sisters, friends and families as they maneuver through life's hurts and betrayals while leaning on a power greater themselves.

Owning a thriving business and having financial security may afford Paige McDaniels the finer things in life, but it does very little to ease the guilt and shame of her biggest regret. She spends as much time serving the needy and helping the poor as she does on her knees praying for another chance to right her wrong, yet peace eludes her. In the process of "working" her way into forgiveness, Paige evolves into the very thing she detests—a judgmental, self-righteous Christian.Just w...

All Reyna Mills ever wanted was to be accepted and loved. That's why she patterned her life according to the will of those who claimed to have her best interests at heart: an unassuming mother, a controlling pastor, and an elusive God. After "godly" advice leaves her beaten, humiliated, and handcuffed in the backseat of a police car, Reyna decides it's time to do things her way. She's determined that she no longer needs anyone, especially God, but her sudden change of heart leads her down ...