Donna Hill

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Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Texas

First edition

Set amid Sag Harbor's vibrant African American history, bestselling author Donna Hill weaves a stunningly rich story about finding the way home...no matter how long the journey takes.

Alessandra Fleming has spent most of her life running from her past. Her budding photography career, her life in Manhattan, all serve to distract from the secrets and guilt she's never been able to face. Then the call. Her estranged father is in the hospital...and Alessandra must return home to Sag Harbor, crumbling the first wall between her past and her present.

For some, coming home is a relief. For Alessandra, it's a reminder of the family she's lost, of the time she'll never regain. But the answers--the secrets--of her family are hidden in the house, waiting for her. And the only one who may be able to help her uncover them is her father's neighbor, Zach, who brings with him an attraction that's intense and instantaneous, yet oddly familiar.

Now Alessandra is being pulled back not only into her own complex family history, but into the richly documented lives of four extraordinary women. Generations touched by tragedy and triumph, despair and hope. And it's in these aching echoes of the past that Alessandra's own story--her mistakes and her capacity to love--will take shape, guiding her to the life she's meant to live...and the extraordinary person she will become.

I Am Ayah: the Way Home

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Indiana

A multi-media retelling of Romeo and Juliet set during the 1964 Civil Rights movement from an Essence bestselling author who lived through it.

Confessions in B-Flat

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Francis Ray

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Kansas

InYou Make it Feel Like Christmas, Donna Hill and Francis Ray bring us holiday cheer with two novellas in one volume:Rockin' Around That Christmas Tree andThe Wish.

Rockin' Around That Christmas Tree by Donna Hill

Denise has always been the faithful wife and dutiful mother for the twenty-plus years she's been married to Edward. But now, she's ready to live a few dreams of her own. When Denise drops the bomb at Thanksgiving dinner that she is leaving Edward and selling the house, everyone is stunned, and her announcement opens the door to Morrison Family Dysfunction 101. But Edward is not ready to give up on them. Not only does he plan to be back at home and in their bed, but he also knows that, come Christmas, he and Denise will be rockin' around that Christmas tree.

The Wish by Francis Ray
Be careful what you wish for. That's the lesson brokenhearted Nicholas Darling learns when an eccentric old woman grants him a wish for true love--if he doesn't fail to see it.

You Make It Feel Like Christmas

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Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Louisiana

A sequel to Getting Hers finds a celebrating Tess, Kim, and Nikki discovered by Vincent, who has the potential to ruin everything they have worked for and who asks Tess to abandon her life of crime to be with him. 25,000 first printing.

Wicked Ways

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Wicked Ways from bestselling author Donna Hill is back at an attractive price of $9.99! "Hill's smooth plotting and keen pacing keeps the pages turning as the consequences of opening Pandora's box of revenge are revealed." - Publishers Weekly Tess McDonald has a score to settle. It was she who set into motion a series of events that caused the murders of two adversaries. Tess even turned complete strangers, Kim Sheppard and Nikki Perez, into partners of a deadly crime. With life good now that their nemeses are out of the way, they celebrate. But not for long. On the night that the three women reunite, Tess receives a phone call that has the potential to ruin everything that she has put in place. Vincent, the one man that Tess would have changed her life for, has found her and her cohorts and he knows everything. She agrees to meet him with the intention of silencing him for good. But Tess is shocked when Vincent asks her to leave with him and put her criminal past behind her. However, Kim and Nikki aren't about to let her go so easily.

Rochelle Alers

Felicia Mason

Michigan

A reissue of the popular anthology by bestselling authors at one great price, Rosie's Curl and Weave: Four Novellas.

Step inside for a day of love, beauty, laughter...and love.

Whether you want a cut, weave or braid; a facial, manicure, or massage; there's always a helping hand--and a sympathetic ear--at Rosie's Curl and Weave on 125th Street in Harlem. And sometimes, when you least expect it, love walks in the door. So sit back, relax, put your feet up, and enjoy, as four talented writers render four magical stories about the love of beauty and the beauty of love.

Rochelle Alers gets the sparks flying, as a high-maintenance banker finds herself falling, against her better judgement, for a handsome delivery man who walks into Rosie's...

Donna Hill puts the assistant manager of Rosie's in the path of a fine-looking contractor, whose hypnotic honey-brown eyes could be her undoing...

Felicia Mason helps the owner of Rosie's discover that you don't have to be young--just young at heart--to fall in love...

Francis Ray turns a timid, dowdy duckling into a confident, sexy swan--and sends her into the arms of a handsome artist--with the help of Rosie's Curl and Weave...

Rosie's Curl and Weave

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Florida

It all began in 1927, in the small town of Rudell, Mississippi, after the sudden and tragic death of Cora Harvey's parents. She has nothing left except her burning desire to become a singer. But her dream will never come true in Rudell, especially if she marries the man she adores, Dr. David Mackey. So when she sets out for Chicago, everyone in the close knit community, including David believes that the next time they see Cora, her name will be in lights. However, it's not long before Cora finds herself back in Rudell and back in David's arms harboring a secret she dare not reveal. . .A secret that will cause her daughter, Emma to flee Rudell with no intention of ever looking back. And even when Emma finds the perfect man and happiness at last, she is determined to do whatever it takes to keep her family's shameful past at bay. Then the dream that began with Cora comes full circle with her beloved granddaughter Parris whose melodic voice fills the dimly lit nightclubs of New York City. Yet, when tragedy strikes, opening a door to the past, Parris discovers the hidden truths that have ripped the family apart---but which may ultimately bind them together at last. From the dusty roads of the Delta to the pulsing metropolis of New York City, Rhythms is a rich, unforgettable tale about loss and healing, redemption and love.

Rhythms

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Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

A Novel about Friendship, Marriage, and Adultery

Photographer Asha finds her seemingly successful life and friendship with Lisa challenged by her need for something more meaningful, while Lisa finds her carefully organized marriage to Ross challenged by betrayal. 25,000 first printing.

An Ordinary Woman

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A Holiday Novel

Informing her husband that she is ending their marriage, Denise Morrison postpones telling their children of her decision when they return home for the holidays in light of their many personal problems.

Rockin' Around That Christmas Tree

Dominique Lawson lives life on her terms, making up the rules along the way. A beautiful heiress to a glittering Louisiana dynasty usually gets what she wants. But Trevor Jackson seems immune to her charms.That's until she plots her all-out sensual assault on the blatently sexy contractor. Now passion is heating up the southern sky. Dominique may be his boss, but he plans to show the pampered princess what desire is really about. Never mind they clash on just about everything. Can he convince Dominique that they belong together, now and for all the sensual nights to come?

Sultry Nights

Brenda Jackson

Monica Jackson

Four bestselling authors deliver four larger-than-life stories of big, bold, and beautiful women looking for A Whole Lotta Love.

A Whole Lotta Love

As CEO of an event-planning company, sultry siren Nia Turner deftly navigates the corporate boardroom. No one would ever guess she's also an undercover agent for The Ladies Cartel. TLC is a clandestine organization that operates under the guise of selling Tender Loving Care body products--but their true mission is crime-fighting.

Living a double life can be stressful, especially when Nia is dating sexy architect Steven Long. As she vigilantly attempts to identify the players in what could be the biggest sex scandal the city has seen in decades, Steven begins to suspect that she is stepping out on him. Nia gets caught in a web of lies and scandal that threatens to tear her relationship apart.



Temptation and Lies

Carly Phillips

Jill Shalvis

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Wisconsin

Compassion Can't Wait; Someplace Like Home; What the Heart Wants

Each and every one of us has the ability to effect change--to make our world a better place. The dedicated women selected as this year's recipients of Harlequin's More Than Words award have changed lives, one good deed at a time. To celebrate their accomplishments, some of our bestselling authors have honored the winners by writing stories inspired by these real-life heroines.

We hope More Than Words inspires you to get in touch with the real-life heroine living inside of you.

In Carly Phillips's Compassion Can't Wait, two high school sweet hearts are reunited years later, as if by fate, and discover that if you believe in yourself and each other, anything is possible.

Donna Hill's Someplace Like Home tells the story of how one woman's dream becomes reality, as three special people learn that it's never too late to form a loving family.

In Jill Shalvis's What the Heart Wants, an honorable man must learn to forgive himself to regain the trust of the ded icated teacher who is the love of his life.



More Than Words

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When Rayne Holland's perfect life with a handsome husband, a budding film career, and a beautiful young daughter comes to tragic end, her best friend, Gayle, and psychologist, Pauline, struggle to help her recover and find themselves encountering disturbing similarities among all three of their lives.

In My Bedroom

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When Rayne Holland's perfect life with a handsome husband, a budding film career, and a beautiful young daughter comes to tragic end, her best friend, Gayle, and psychologist, Pauline, struggle to help her recover and find themselves encountering disturbing similarities among all three of their lives. Reader's Guide included. Reprint. 25,000 first printing.

New Hampshire

Diva (n.): an extremely arrogant or temperamental woman.

Delicious Diva Tip #13: When in doubt, just do it anyway.

Tiffany Lane and Chantal Hollis are bonafide divas-in every sense of the word. They've also been Margaret Drew's best friends since they were children. Margaret has always been the plain Jane of the threesome, living vicariously through the exploits of her friends. But when Tiffany and Chantal head to Europe on an extended vacation, leaving Margaret to tend their apartments, Margaret decides to see how the other half lives. Co-opting their apartments, their boyfriends (current and past), their fabulous lifestyles and Tiffany's very savvy pooch, Virginia, Margaret finally feels like she has found the life she has always wanted and deserved. But her double living begins to catch up with her and Margaret might soon be homeless, manless, and friendless all in one swoop.

Divas, Inc

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Missouri

Tis the season to be merry and the Morrison family are about to have their lives turned upside down. Denise has always been the faithful wife and dutiful mother. As a matter of fact, it seems that is all she has been in the twenty-plus years she and her husband, Edward have been married. But the kids are grown and out of the house and now she's ready to live a few dreams of her own. Edward, however, would like to keep things just the way they are and Denise realizes that if she doesn't do something drastic, then all she will ever be is a mother and a wife. So when she drops the bomb atThanksgiving dinner that she is leaving their father and selling the house, everyone is stunned to say the least. And her announcement opens the door to Morrison Family Dysfunction 101. Edward is now living with his crazy aunt Etta and uncle Eddie, who's sex life is more active than his own; their daughter, Christine has moved back home because she suspects her husband is cheating on her; and their son, Anthony is simply dazed and confused. And in the midst of it all, Edward hatches a plan toget his wife back - no matter what. Not only does he plan to be back in their home and back in their bed, but come Christmas he and Denise will be Rockin' Around that Christmas Tree.

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Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

For someone who's always played by the rules, Regina has broken dozens lately. First, she divorces her husband and now she's quit her job because she wasn't fulfilled. Nobody knows what on earth she's doing including Regina herself.

If I Could

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Pennsylvania

Welcome back to Leo's supper club, where seduction is always on the menu . . .

Rochelle Alers, "Love Lessons"
Tyrell Hardcastle is knocked off his feet when he meets a local high school teacher. Now all he has to do is overcome her objections to him being the "younger man".

Donna Hill, "Lady in Waiting"
Noah Hardcastle is engaged to beautiful Tara Mitchell. However, their relationship is threatened when Noah's first love Rachel, returns to D.C. to prove to him that he is all she ever really wanted.

Brenda Jackson, "Irresistible Attraction"
Sydney Corbain never forgot her explosive encounter with Tyrone Hardcastle at her brother's wedding. So when she runs into him in New York City on business, they both see this as an opportunity to explore their undenaible attraction.

Francis Ray, "Blind Date"
Ayanna Hardcastle pretends that she is dating wealthy businessman Tanner Rafferty, in order to get her matchmaking friend off her back. But, she never imagined that Tanner Rafferty would show up to collect on that claim!

Let's Get It On

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Tragedy brought Maxine Sherman and Quentin Parker together years ago, but another woman stole him away from her. For as long as Maxine can remember, her nights were filled with dreams of his return. Now Quinn is back after another tragedy has occurred in his life and he wants things to return to the way they were. But Maxine has a new life, a new man - and a secret that binds her to Quinn forever.

Pieces of Dreams

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Adrianne Byrd

The holiday season is a wonderful time of the year when you're with the one you love. But if you've just broken up, been stood up or your relationship has hit the skids, then it can send you running for cover at the sight of mistletoe.

In this sassy and sexy short-story collection, three women find themselves facing a very lonely and blue holiday. They decide to take matters in their own hands and create chances for love. Why should they miss out on all the festivities just because they can't find a date? All it will take is a little creativity and ingenuity--from steamy online chats on the Internet, to a key party where singles hook up based on whoever selects the car keys of an invited guest, to a bring-your-ex-to-meet-your-next gathering. These women are sure to find someone who will add some sparks and passion to the holiday season.

Takin' Chances for the Holidays

Avoiding the Stereotype

How to Write African American Ficiton

A voluptuously entertaining black fiction anthology about women who are living large - and loving larger - this collection of romances features all-new novellas by four best-selling, critically acclaimed, beloved authors.

Living Large

A beautiful lawyer finds her successful career threatened by heartbreak and betrayal when a gorgeous, smooth-talking attorney enters her life. Original.

Indiscretions

When she discovers that her business manager husband has been cheating on her, both personally and financially, actress and model Dominique Laws takes matters into her own hands and teams up with a gorgeous filmmaker who offers her a shot at superstardom. Original.

Moments Like This

Gallery owner and artist Desiree Armstrong is lucky to be alive after a fire destroyed her SoHo studio. Since then, she's been unable to paint and with the pressure of an upcoming art exhibit, Desiree is seriously stressed. Her best friend suggests she takes a holiday and arranges a getaway. But her good intentions backfire when the bed-and-breakfast she's reserved is owned by Desiree's ex-fiance, Lincoln. When Desiree walks back into his life, it will be up to Lincoln to extinguish lingering doubts from the past and gently rekindle her love for him...

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