The Ghetto Princess

The Ghetto Princess
Author: Alecia Bryant
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2011-11
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1467066745

The moral of the story is: You Can Be Whatever You Desire To Be. Do Not Give-Up. Continue to Dream You Can Achieve Your Goals.

Ghetto Princess

Ghetto Princess
Author: Mia Edwards
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2007-04-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1429903929

Barely eighteen, Kanika has everything to look forward to. She's fine, smart, and strong—qualities she inherited from a momma who made sure her little girl had every privilege—courtesy of Tony, one of Brooklyn's most powerful crime lords. Born to the life, Kanika knows the hustle from the inside out, but her future holds college and some quality time with Tony's second-in-command, Tyrell... Then Kanika's world explodes in a hail of bullets and blood when a hit takes down both the man who raised her and the mother she adores. Alone, shattered, and possibly a target herself, Kanika lets Tyrell convince her to attend college in Virginia and move in with her birth father. Down South has a whole other rhythm than Brooklyn, and the parent Kanika barely knows is a different kind of mobster than Tony was. Shon is angry and unpredictable... Determined as she is to make things work, Kanika is equally committed to finding out who killed Tony and her momma. She's not about to forget Tyrell. But nothing can prepare Kanika for what she's about to face: from temptation to danger to revelations that will call all her loyalties into question—and put her life on the line...

Memoirs of a Ghetto Princess

Memoirs of a Ghetto Princess
Author: Linnea Smith
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2013-02-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1479798363

This urban novel takes place in Brooklyn, NY about two cousins who have to play cat and mouse to find out who’s putting a hit on Nico’s head and Why? Who shot him? Everything seems to be fine, it’s 4th of July weekend and it’s parties everywhere but tonight the hottest party to be at is Big Sid’s, he knows all the Rappers and hustlers from everywhere who will be invading Brooklyn and L, TISH, SHEA, MARIE,& NIKKI, WILL be there too until tragedy and betrayal strikes them on this hot night. What happens next no one knows.

Love Lockdown

Love Lockdown
Author: Mia Edwards
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010-01-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780312369101

Tiffany has vowed to get revenge on her half-sister and her boyfriend for killing her father Shon and her long-time lover Saliq. But first, Tiffany has to stay low until the dust settles. Tired of being slept on and disrespected, she meets Rasheeda, one of her father's former associates, who is also one of the baddest women in the streets. Rasheeda not only runs an elite escort service and a hot nightclub on the Virginia Beach strip, but she's also one of the major cocaine distributors in the Mid-Atlantic. Rasheeda takes Tiffany under her wing and introduces her to the side of the game that Shon had never revealed to his daughter. Soon Tiffany reconnects with more of her father's former associates, settles old debts and rebuilds her father's drug reign in Virginia. Her reach soon spreads to Charlotte and Memphis. But Tiffany won't be happy until she finds Kanika and Tyrell. There are people who are willing to help Tiffany seek the just revenge that she's been craving for years.

Godmother Quote's of Gangsta-Ology 101:

Godmother Quote's of Gangsta-Ology 101:
Author: Heather Maria Ramirez
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 317
Release: 2011-08-31
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1449027601

Heather Maria Ramirez is making a unique mark with her pen for the world of readers. She is an inspirational speaker for women in struggle across the world. People from all lifestyles attend to hear her poetic flow of motivational and inspirational speaking in such places as teen pregnancy centers, high schools, battered women shelters, and correctional facilities for women, and her book signing events. This writer has touched the hearts of readers all over the world with her GODMOTHER QUOTE'S and advice about life lessons, of how to keep your head up when trying to rise up out of negative atmospheres. Godmother Quote's of Gangsta-ology 101 the Poetic Confessions of a Goddess was a true classic in the making. The Godmother takes her readers to school with this book. The poetic flow and short stories in this book are breathtaking, eye opening, and uplifting tales about human experience. The Godmother believes all good women learn from the examples set by other good women. Being a teacher is not an easy job, but the Godmother gives nada but the best learning experience to her students. Are you a reader who is ready to pass this course of Gangsta-ology 101? Well, there is only one way to find out. The bell has rung students, so have a seat, pay attention, and open the book, because class is in session! Just what kind of Gangstress are you . . . Are you a survivor . . . Oh, yeah, then prove it, because the Godmother is calling ya bluff . . . Heather Maria Ramirez is an internationally known and an award-winning writer. This book is remarkable and unforgettable. It is a different kind of gangsta with a classy and unique kind of flow. She is known as the flyest writer! The flyest of them all . . .

A Day to Remember, a Lifetime to Heal

A Day to Remember, a Lifetime to Heal
Author: Easa
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2010-07
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1452042179

A Day to Remember.. is not just a book, it's a real life testament to what God can do . In it, the author shares her personal recollections of the death of her parents and her experiences as a sexually exploited orphan who resorted to a life on the streets. Exposed within these pages are the "secrets" that held her hostage for over two decades. Journey with her as she unlocks the door to forgiveness and healing and embarks upon a spiritual path that would ultimately uncover a life beyond her wildest dreams. Written on the instruction of God, A Day to Remember... extends to its readers the opportunity to shed their physical, emotional and spiritual shackles in exchange for a life of meaning and purpose.

Tales from a Jail Cell: Words That Feel

Tales from a Jail Cell: Words That Feel
Author: Stevie Cannon
Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing
Total Pages: 123
Release: 2011-12
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1609761464

This riveting, honest, and important collection of poems offers an inside view of what life is like behind the prison walls of the Arkansas Penitentiary. Geared towards young men who may be contemplating a life of crime, author Stevie Cannon speaks about the choices they have in life, and all of the ramifications of imprisonment, for both themselves and for their families. Through these poems, Stevie Cannon puts himself in the shoes of men that will never experience freedom again, some of whom have made the ultimate mistake in committing the crime of murder. About the Author: Stevie Cannon grew up in a rough neighborhood in Memphis, Tennessee, and now lives in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He has written four other books and is working on his next. His work is motivated by his commitment to help young men to do the right thing and stay out of prison. Publisher's Website: http: //sbpra.com/StevieCannon

The BAP Handbook

The BAP Handbook
Author: Ginger Wilson
Publisher: Crown Archetype
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2010-02-24
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 0307432947

"Finally, a book about the Black American Princess! If you're already a BAP or just want to act like one, this book is for you!" — E. Lynn Harris, author of Not a Day Goes By In the bestselling tradition of The Official Preppy Handbook, here is a must-have manual for the BAP and those who love her. Black American Princess: 1 : a pampered female of African American descent, born to an upper-middle or upper-class family 2 : an African American female whose life experiences give her a sense of royalty and entitlement 3 : BAP (acronym) : colloquial expression 4 : an African American female accustomed to the best and nothing less. Drawn from hours of interviews, archival research, and frequent visits to Prada, The Black American Princess Handbook offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at this exclusive lifestyle. Your total guide to BAP speak, BAP style, and BAP history, this one-of-a-kind book explains everything you ever wanted know about living the BAP life–from breaking in a shop-a-phobic dad to planning a magical BAP debutante ball. In addition, you'll learn why a true BAP cleans her house before the housekeeper arrives, what to do if your Baby BAP wants to play sports, and whether it's OK for a relative to sing "I Believe I Can Fly" at a BAP wedding. Also featuring spot-the-BAP checklists, suggestions for top BAP colleges, a Who's Who of famous BAPs, a glossary (including essential French phrases), actual diary entries and e-mails from BAPS of all ages, and crucial chapters such as "It's High Noon-Do You Know Where Your Groove Is?" The Black American Princess Handbook is destined to become a coveted treasure for BAPs worldwide. And, published just in time for graduation, it's sure to be at the top of every BAP's shopping list.

The Dragon in the Ghetto Caper

The Dragon in the Ghetto Caper
Author: E.L. Konigsburg
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2011-05-24
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 144243970X

Andy's not your average resident of exclusive Foxmeadow -- whenever he sits down to draw something, it turns out to be a dragon. And he wants to be a detective when he grows up -- not just an ordinary, everyday police detective, but a tough, cool, famous detective like the ones he reads about in mystery novels. Everyone knows a famous detective needs a sidekick, but Mrs. Edie Yakots, a lonely new bride who's just moved into Foxmeadow, isn't exactly what Andy had in mind -- he sometimes has a hard time just figuring out what's she's talking about. But she's the only volunteer for the job, and before he knows it, she's led him right into the middle of his first real crime -- in an inner-city neighborhood a short drive, and light years away, from Foxmeadow.

Wena

Wena
Author: Ntsiki Mazwai
Publisher: African Perspectives Publishing
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2011-07-26
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 0992187559

The collection of poems is an intriguing reflection of the sometimes torturous evolution of inner self which so many South Africans face as they struggle to find who they are in a multicultural society that espouses the values of traditional culture while reaching for the promise of a global community. Thus the blend of Xhosa and English as Ntsiki strives to merge her modern views with cultural roots. She feels strongly the need to reclaim her culture and language and blend them within the context of a cosmopolitan society. She captures the vibe and energy of young South Africa and its blossoming as well as its quandaries. Ntsiki does not hesitate to deal with controversial and painful issues, such as rape, and her work challenges the reader to stop and think, really think. The quest for self expression and self-understanding echoes throughout the book and through it, she exhorts the reader to have the courage to explore and understand himself. Underlying many poems is the unspoken but burning desire that, by telling the truth, she will create possibilities for others to do the same. In many ways, Wena is a celebration of life. The poems brim over with Ntsikis own desire to drink to the full and then go out there and pour love and life out into the world. The manner in which she distills meaning and value from the negative is perhaps best expressed in her own words, from the poem, I choose life: