(THIS BOOK IS A RERELEASE OF A BROKEN GIRL'S JOURNEY FROM WHEN IT WAS FIRST PUBLISHED IN 2014)
Lakea Johnson is a 14-year-old girl growing up in the crime riddled streets of Memphis, TN. She is forced to endure unthinkable turmoil and pain at the hands of those who are supposed to protect her, leaving her battered and broken time after time. Lakea's life is just one tragedy after the next, pushing her into a pattern of violence and rebellion. Then one day she meets Jeremy and he gives her something she has been searching for her entire life....unconditional love. As Lakea continues to struggle with the harsh realities of her environment, she and Jeremy become closer, however tragedy strikes again, shattering her heart and dreams, while turning her world upside down. Lakea is a broken girl with a long hard journey ahead of her. Does she have what it takes to overcome? Or will she always be broken?

A librarian’s quiet life becomes a page-turner of adventure, romance, and murder in a thrilling novella by USA Today bestselling author Beverly Jenkins.

For Jasmine Ware, curating books for an exclusive clientele is her passion. Until an old friend, a dealer of rare books, goes missing and his partner is murdered. Linked to an artifact smuggled out of the ancient library at Timbuktu, the mystery draws Jasmine deeper into a plot that could cost her her life.

Air force veteran and private security ace Torr Noble is accustomed to adrenaline-pumping stakes. He never expected a private librarian would be so intriguing, but Jasmine is full of surprises. As the connection between them burns hot, a powerful old enemy raises his head. Torr and Jasmine must work together to find the missing dealer.

Will the search be the start of a happily ever after or a disastrous THE END?

He’s her brother’s best friend.It never should’ve happened.Now she can’t stop it.

Jade’s life is already complicated. She’s trying to co-parent with her toxic ex, keep from breaking his trifling girlfriend’s neck, and make sure her family stays completely unaware of her disastrous decision-making skills. The last thing she needs is more drama. So, it probably wasn’t a good idea for her to get so close to the one guy that she was warned never to get involved with, Khalif Bowen. But she couldn’t help herself. One minute they were talking, and the next, she was greeting him with her lips in the middle of the night.

Now, there’s no going back. What should’ve been a one-time fling with her brother’s best friend, has turned into a secret affair that Jade has no idea how to end, and if word gets out, more than a few people could get caught in the crossfire.

See what happens when becoming more than friends creates a whirlwind of emotions that were never meant to be exposed. Will Khalif and Jade crumble from the pressure of trying to keep the truth from getting out? Or will their unexpected feelings push them to fight for the love they never knew they needed?

?Unleash the power of positivity with affirmations!?A year of journaling inspiration for resilience, courage and inner strength. 52-week writing diary: Weekly Guided Self-Confidence and Empowering Journal with powerful affirmations and weekly checks!

In this book, you will find:

Digital version: This is a journal with affirmations and prompts, therefore we recommend purchasing the paper version!1 year of guided journaling52 Empowering Affirmations with Lined Pages to jot down your thoughts pertaining to each question52 Check-ins to Track Your Moods, Intentions, and Well-being

The simple act of journaling about your affirmations can be a powerful tool to incorporate into your daily self-care practice. Writing down your affirmations allows you to reflect on how they apply to you, and helps to reinforce their validity in your mind.

?Transform your life and shift your mindset from negative to positive with the simple practice of speaking powerful statements over your life.Say goodbye to self-doubt, low self-worth, and self-sabotage and hello to boosted confidence, self-love, and self-trust. Embrace the unknown with open arms and let go of control to manifest your deepest desires.

?As a Black woman, it's all too easy to internalize the racist and sexist ideologies in society, but with affirmations, you can break free from the grip of negative energy and embrace your true worth. Start each day by saying affirmations out loud, or repeat them as many times as needed throughout the day. Writing them down in this journal not only helps you understand their unique meaning to you but reinforces their validity in your mind.

Take control of your self-care journey and fill your life with abundance by incorporating affirmations into your daily routine. The call to a fulfilled life awaits you!

Empower Your Mind: Affirmations are powerful positive statements that you can use to reshape your thoughts and change your life.

Shifting Your Mindset: Affirmations help you move from negative to positive thinking, giving you a fresh perspective on life.

Boosting Self-Confidence: By repeating affirmations, you'll build up self-confidence, self-trust, and self-love, helping you live your best life.

Manifesting Your Dreams: Using affirmations helps you loosen the tight grip on your expectations and allows you to embrace the good things that the universe wants for you.

Essential for Radical Self-Care: As a Black woman, you may internalize negative messages about your identity. Practicing affirmations is key to breaking free from these false beliefs and embracing self-care for a more fulfilling life.

Desiree Barnes had the cards stacked against her from the start. Losing both of her parents at a young age, she was forced to endure a strict and abusive lifestyle from her fanatical grandparents. Defying their rule and pushing for any scrap of love she could find, she found herself with an unexpected pregnancy at just 17 years old. Now disowned and left to fend for herself, Desiree was desperate enough to enter the dark world of escorting. Brutalized, exploited and enslaved, she seemed doomed until she met a man who could save her.Myoshi Rodgers had been dealt a similar hand in life. Orphaned at a young age, she was taken in by her gambling addict uncle, Vester. When his debts became too great, he sold Myoshi into sex trafficking as payment. But it was here she met Desiree and a man who could rescue them both.This book is not for the faint-hearted - buckle up for the ride of your life! As Myoshi and Desiree fight their way out of the underworld, they must shed blood, sweat and tears. The coldest tears are wept as their hearts are broken over and over again. Are you brave enough to join them on this gut-wrenching journey?