BIPOC Stories & Voices Audiobooks | Fiction

"SHE WAS EVERYTHING HE NEVER THOUGHT HE WANTED . . . Aaron Youngblood thought he had it all. A beautiful wife, a gorgeous home, and a thriving business. He never expected his secret to be revealed or be blindsided by heartbreak. Still reeling from the ultimate betrayal of his brother and wife, Aaron finds himself seeking casual relationships, no longer believing in marriage, and unable to trust others. Except he can't stop thinking about LaTisha Blackwell, a no-nonsense single mother who has had her own issues with trust, especially for men like the charismatic Aaron. And he can't quite understand why he is so irresistibly drawn to a woman who's everything he never thought he wanted in a woman and his ex-wife's best friend. As Aaron battles his lingering anger and resentment about the demise of his marriage and revisits the past, he wonders if he will be able to learn from his mistakes and find love again. More importantly, can he truly forgive the one person he never thought would hurt him? Contains mature themes."

Tiye (Author), Winston James (Narrator)

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Casualty

"Isaiah Cason is a man of means. His movements are calculated which has earned him respect and success while he smoothly navigates the light and dark. It only makes sense that matters of the heart follow the same blueprint, but he finds himself submerged in a complicated connection of deception and disloyalty. Lake Patterson learned early in life that family can be your biggest downfall. With the secrets she keeps locked away, Lake finds it impossible to stay grounded and maintain any semblance of happiness. Trying to navigate and survive in the world alone, Lake’s only goal is to keep her head above water. There is little to no room for anything else. When Lake and Isaiah’s worlds collide, they both feel a pull that can’t be overlooked nor denied. They are forced to open up in ways neither of them deemed possible, but life has a way of denying happiness, even to those who are most deserving. You can’t always break the ties that bind, no matter how much your heart longs to be free. Casualties sometimes can’t be avoided, regardless of how pure the intentions of the heart."

K.C. Mills (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Where is the Love

"Past trauma can be a beast to overcome, but Jessica Monroe has proven time and time again that she’s up for the challenge. Every hurdle thrown her way, she finds a way to conquer it and keep moving. After landing a successful career, she’s ready to settle down. However, it seems that love is missing in action where she’s concerned. It doesn’t help that she’s slow to express her feelings for fear of being hurt. Trying to overcome the hurt of a failed relationship has left her vulnerable, something she’s usually able to mask. When she runs into a friend from school, she’s reminded of how close they used to be and longs for that closeness once again. Brixton Lewis has been intentional about everything in life. He’s a business owner and knows exactly where his life is headed until he gets the call that his dad has passed away. He makes the decision to go home and take over the family farm. That responsibility comes with a lot of unknowns. One of those unknown responsibilities presents itself and leaves him in a state of depression and despair. However, running into Jessica has changed everything. She’s the one that got away. Brixton is more than determined not to let her get away again. When Jessica and Brixton see each other, their excitement can’t be hidden. They immediately try to pick up where they left off, although their personalities are somewhat different as adults. However, adversity rears its ugly head and threatens to ruin everything. Can the two of them focus on the possibilities instead of the problems and make a lasting relationship out of their reconnection?"

Monica Walters (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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The Love Audit

"The gloves-and more!-are coming off for workplace enemies turned fake newlyweds trying to save their jobs in this sexy rom-com, perfect for fans of Tarah DeWitt and B.K. Borison. There are three things that PR strategist Jasmine Morgan knows for sure: One, she's damn good at her job. Two, she'll do whatever it takes to save her team from looming layoffs. And three, Derek Carter will always be her archnemesis-even if the man is ridiculously fine. Unfortunately, she and Derek end up on competing projects in Miller's Cove, a small town highly suspicious of corporate outsiders. To gain the trust of the locals, she'll have to ditch her blazer and pose as a "honeymooning couple" with her mortal enemy. Derek isn't about to let Jasmine best him on the venture that will seal their fate during this company audit. But wherever he goes, she's there-in his hotel suite, digging for the same research, and even stealing the loyalty of his dog (traitor). Worse, her tempting performance as his fiancée has him torn between killing her career or kissing her senseless. But as the two get deeper into their charade, they discover little Miller's Cove has a lot of big secrets. Secrets that could save their careers . . . but at what cost?"

Lucy Eden (Author), Leon Nixon, Lucy Eden, Wesleigh Siobhan (Narrator)

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Sparks Fly

"A late bloomer thought a visit to a sex club might jump start her love life, but instead makes an instant connection that turns her whole world upside down, in this adult debut from author Zakiya N. Jamal. When Stella Renee Johnson's roommate invites her to a sex club party but bails at the last minute, Stella decides to use the opportunity to finally cash in her V-card. But just when things are heating up between Stella and a sexy stranger, they realize they don't have protection and Stella, taking it as a sign this wasn't meant to be, flees. Frustrated in more ways than one, Stella is shocked to learn that the digital media website where she works is partnering with an AI company. She's even more shocked when the alluring man from the previous night walks in. Max Williams is the CEO's brother and the creator of the AI program now threatening her job. Despite the conflict of interest, Stella and Max can't resist their magnetic attraction toward each other, and agree to keep their personal lives separate from what's happening at work. But the more similarities they discover at home-both Black, book smart, and bisexual-the more they butt heads at work. Stella and Max must decide whether to think with their heads and walk away from their budding relationship, or follow their hearts and take a chance on love, no matter the cost."

Zakiya N. Jamal (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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The Davinchi Cartel

"The Davinchi Cartel is a notorious, all-female drug empire known for its ruthlessness ways. The cartel is led by three powerful sisters: Willow is the calculating and fearless leader. Kehlani is the seductive yet deadly one, and Izzy is known as the brains, the tech-savvy genius behind their operations. Their father Ezekiel, the breeder of all girls, had no regrets about handing the reign of his empire over to his daughters, as they had been trained for this since birth. Unlike the male-dominated cartels they compete with, the Davinchi sisters have built their empire through strategy, and loyalty to one another. Their dominance is challenged when the infamous Santoro brothers threaten their territory. These brothers, Javi, Chase, and Hakeem are equally dangerous, yet charismatic, with an aura and swag making them impossible to ignore. As the war intensifies, the attraction grows between the sisters and the brothers, which sets them up for a twisted love story of betrayal, and deadly, untrustworthy alliances. However, in the cartels’ world, everything came with a price. While most people may love the idea of ‘love’, other people misconstrued it as a sign of weakness, and weakness was a loophole for distractions. Trust is a dangerous game, and revenge is thirsty. Secrets that were once buried come to resurface. When some of the most ruthless people come together and find love in the cartel, love over blood may just win."

S. Yvonne (Author), Elyce Anthony, Leon Nixon (Narrator)

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Smoke

"Devin 'Smoke' Dillinger lives by a simple code—protect what's his at all costs. As the third oldest Dillinger and owner of a successful weapons distribution business, Smoke has a reputation that precedes him. He's a man of few attachments who prides himself on control, discipline, and keeping people at arm's length... until an unexpected visitor walks through his door. Romi Mitchell is fighting battles on all sides. Seven months pregnant with her second child, she's desperately seeking protection from threats she can no longer handle alone. With nowhere else to turn, she steps into Smoke's world hoping for safety but unprepared for the man she finds behind the intimidating reputation. When circumstances force them together, what begins as a reluctant alliance transforms into something neither expected. As violence threatens Romi's world, Smoke discovers a protective instinct that surprises even himself. Through bullets, betrayal, and heartbreak, they forge an unbreakable bond that defies their separate worlds. But in a city where power and corruption run deep, their newfound love may come at the ultimate price."

Kimberly Brown (Author), Ja'Air Bush, Myles Washington (Narrator)

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Xo, Unlawfully Yours

"Kora Caselli is the second oldest of the Caselli siblings. Right along with her brother, she’s had to grow up quicker than she wanted to. Sacrificing the life, she thought she would have to be there for her youngest siblings and step into a role that was always chosen for her. As a federal judge, Kora Caselli, or Judge Case, has built her career on being fair—sometimes, tough—and about business within her courtroom. At 34, she’s one of the youngest and most feared judges in the system, known mostly for the high-profile cases she has tried. When she presides over the trial of Kingston Steele, a handsome community activist accused of using his nonprofit to funnel drug money and being linked with the motorcycle gang Brooklyn Reapers, her personal life and professional life start to tangle together. There’s only one problem—Kingston Steele is her best friend’s half-brother."

Jahquel J. (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Homies, Lovers And Friends 5: A Brooklyn Love Story

"The gang is back for one last ride. Milli is in love with being a family man but can't help thinking about why Kelsie doesn't want to give him a baby. Kelsie is still dealing with emotions from the last time she was pregnant with Milli's baby. Will they drift apart? Or will Milli be there for his woman? It's no secret that Kelsie and her mother have a strained relationship. When Shanny reveals something from her past, will this bring the mother and daughter closer or push them further apart? Marina isn't giving up her granddaughter without a fight, even if that means dragging Kelsie to court. Will Marina get what she wants, or will she end up being hurt in the process? Michelle is so ready to give birth to her baby boy and marry the love of her life. With hormones driving her crazy, she doesn't realize that she's pushing her love away from her. Will Michelle end up losing everything she has ever wanted because of fear? Patsy is back and ready to begin her life without Mello. While she handed Mello the divorce papers months ago, he's still stalling. She's happy that she can count on her friendship with Walt. But when Walt wants to take things to the next level, will Patsy walk away? Mello is stuck in a downhill spiral. Everyone's his enemy. With Kenyetta on his nerves, he starts partying hard—until Choc walks into his life. Everyone can see that there is more for these two friends. But Choc is hiding a secret that can either make or break Mello… In this finale, everyone gets their definition of a happy ending—sit back and get ready for the fifth and final installment of this amazing series!"

Jahquel J. (Author), Jaceon Hunter, Sondra Symone (Narrator)

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To All The Thugs I Loved That Didn't Love Me Back 3

"The third book in Jahquel J.'s dramatic and juicy urban romance series To All the Thugs I Loved that Didn't Love Me Back delivers an unforgettable tale filled with betrayal, heartbreak, buried secrets, and life-changing twists, perfect for fans of Empire. Could Ace lose everything at the hands of the man she once loved? Will Sinclair ever recover after losing her baby and fallopian tube at the same time? Is Kni every going to figure out that Polite and Sin messed around before? Or will Sin continue to keep him in the dark about that part of her life? In To All the Thugs I Love That Didn't Love Me Back 3, will everything work out for the best, or will there be a lot of broken hearts, realizations and funerals?"

Jahquel J. (Author), Myles Washington, Simone Rothschild (Narrator)

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Concrete Roses

"Bestselling author Jahquel J. delivers a gripping dark romance packed with suspense, cartel danger, forbidden love, crime-fueled intrigue, and a relentless quest for family amid a shadowy underworld. Rose's sister, Denise, went missing a year ago, and finding her has become Rose's sole mission. Denise wouldn't have vanished without a word. For the past year, Rose has obsessively investigated every aspect of her sister's life—where she went, who she spent time with—digging deeper than anyone else would dare. Her search eventually leads her to one name: Dane Amante. A name she knows all too well. The Amante Cartel is notorious for its brutality, and worse, they're connected to a secretive, powerful organization known as "The INC." As a professional burglar, Rose is no stranger to slipping into places where she doesn't belong. Breaking into homes is second nature to her—find what she needs, get out, and disappear without a trace. This time, it should be no different. All she has to do is sneak into Dane Amante's estate, gather anything that might lead to her sister, and leave. Simple enough, right? Except, Dane Amante's home is easy to break into—but nearly impossible to escape."

Jahquel J. (Author), Myles Washington, Wesleigh Siobhan (Narrator)

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The Cartier Cartel 3: Saint’s Sweetest Sin

"Saint: From the moment Zahra crossed my path, I knew she’d become my sweetest sin. Her vibe ran through me like Henny on ice, and she quickly became my new craving. I wasn’t looking for love, but I wasn’t running from it either. And one look at her had me ready to start forever. Zahra wasn’t just beautiful; she was captivating, intoxicating, and soon became the addiction I couldn’t shake. But falling for her came with a price. Zahra belonged to someone else, who was ruthless. He thought he owned and controlled her, and he wouldn't let her go without bloodshed. Protecting her meant snatching her right out from under his grip and igniting a war I couldn't avoid. As always, I was ready to go to any length, spill any blood, and burn down this city for anybody I loved. Zahra: From the moment Saint stepped into my world, everything changed. His gaze alone felt like a promise. He was danger wrapped in desire. My broken pieces didn’t scare him. Sex with him was its own kind of addiction. Though I knew leaving home wouldn’t be easy, resisting him wasn’t an option. Saint claimed me instantly. He pulled me deep into a love so intense it was impossible to walk away, despite me knowing that I was putting our lives at risk. And I was right. Loving Saint came with consequences darker than I'd ever imagined. Our passion ignited a war, forcing him to fight battles just to keep me alive. Now, I'm trapped between heartbeats, praying our love doesn't end in bloodshed…or worse, death."

Jessica N. Watkins (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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BIPOC Stories & Voices Audiobooks in Fiction