Author: Nane Quartay
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439122628
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Two powerful personalities are on a collision course in this rocket-fast novel about money, power, and survival. Coming from a painful childhood that left him on the streets, Tokus Stone is a self-made man—to survive the streets, Tokus became a street hustler, selling drugs to make ends meet while envisioning a future without crime. This vision seems to become a reality—until his past catches up with him. Now he is a man caught between what he knows and what he knows is right, between the fortune of crime and the conviction of law. Way Jalon, on the other side of the spectrum, rules the city with an iron fist, presiding over an empire of wealth and influence. Armed with a dangerous new secret, he vows to remake the fabric of society by his own standards—and Tokus Stone will be his perfect gamble. This edge-of-your-seat novel traces the lives of a street hustler and an affluent businessman from their sharply contrasting paths to their final confrontation—a confrontation only one of them will survive.
Feenin
Author: Nane Quartay
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439122628
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Two powerful personalities are on a collision course in this rocket-fast novel about money, power, and survival. Coming from a painful childhood that left him on the streets, Tokus Stone is a self-made man—to survive the streets, Tokus became a street hustler, selling drugs to make ends meet while envisioning a future without crime. This vision seems to become a reality—until his past catches up with him. Now he is a man caught between what he knows and what he knows is right, between the fortune of crime and the conviction of law. Way Jalon, on the other side of the spectrum, rules the city with an iron fist, presiding over an empire of wealth and influence. Armed with a dangerous new secret, he vows to remake the fabric of society by his own standards—and Tokus Stone will be his perfect gamble. This edge-of-your-seat novel traces the lives of a street hustler and an affluent businessman from their sharply contrasting paths to their final confrontation—a confrontation only one of them will survive.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439122628
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Two powerful personalities are on a collision course in this rocket-fast novel about money, power, and survival. Coming from a painful childhood that left him on the streets, Tokus Stone is a self-made man—to survive the streets, Tokus became a street hustler, selling drugs to make ends meet while envisioning a future without crime. This vision seems to become a reality—until his past catches up with him. Now he is a man caught between what he knows and what he knows is right, between the fortune of crime and the conviction of law. Way Jalon, on the other side of the spectrum, rules the city with an iron fist, presiding over an empire of wealth and influence. Armed with a dangerous new secret, he vows to remake the fabric of society by his own standards—and Tokus Stone will be his perfect gamble. This edge-of-your-seat novel traces the lives of a street hustler and an affluent businessman from their sharply contrasting paths to their final confrontation—a confrontation only one of them will survive.
Feenin
Author: Alexander Ghedi Weheliye
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 1478027290
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
In Feenin, Alexander Ghedi Weheliye traces R&B music’s continuing centrality in Black life since the late 1970s. Focusing on various musical production and reproduction technologies such as auto-tune and the materiality of the BlackFem singing voice, Weheliye counteracts the widespread popular and scholarly narratives of the genre’s decline and death. He shows how R&B remains a thriving venue for the expression of Black thought and life and a primary archive of the contemporary moment. Among other topics, Weheliye discusses the postdisco evolution of house music in Chicago and techno in Detroit, Prince and David Bowie in relation to appropriations of Blackness and Euro-whiteness in the 1980s, how the BlackFem voice functions as a repository of Black knowledge, the methods contemporary R&B musicians use to bring attention to Black Lives Matter, and the ways vocal distortion technologies such as the vocoder demonstrate Black music’s relevance to discussions of humanism and posthumanism. Ultimately, Feenin represents Weheliye’s capacious thinking about R&B as the site through which to consider questions of Blackness, technology, history, humanity, community, diaspora, and nationhood.
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 1478027290
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
In Feenin, Alexander Ghedi Weheliye traces R&B music’s continuing centrality in Black life since the late 1970s. Focusing on various musical production and reproduction technologies such as auto-tune and the materiality of the BlackFem singing voice, Weheliye counteracts the widespread popular and scholarly narratives of the genre’s decline and death. He shows how R&B remains a thriving venue for the expression of Black thought and life and a primary archive of the contemporary moment. Among other topics, Weheliye discusses the postdisco evolution of house music in Chicago and techno in Detroit, Prince and David Bowie in relation to appropriations of Blackness and Euro-whiteness in the 1980s, how the BlackFem voice functions as a repository of Black knowledge, the methods contemporary R&B musicians use to bring attention to Black Lives Matter, and the ways vocal distortion technologies such as the vocoder demonstrate Black music’s relevance to discussions of humanism and posthumanism. Ultimately, Feenin represents Weheliye’s capacious thinking about R&B as the site through which to consider questions of Blackness, technology, history, humanity, community, diaspora, and nationhood.
Feenin'
Author: Sereniti Hall
Publisher: WAHIDA CLARK PRESENTS
ISBN: 1936649977
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
Tanisha Hopkins a.k.a. Tiny dreams of living the glamorous life by any means necessary. A bona fide, certified, authentic material girl in every sense of the description, Tiny is Feenin to live life fast and furious and has found the perfect man to make all her dreams a reality. But everything that glitters isn't always gold. Meeting her match, Roscoe proves to be a disaster in the making. A hustler with a dream, a scheme, and his hand in the mix of everything. Tiny quickly learns why many people not only despise Roscoe, but fear him too. As treachery, murder and mayhem collide in this masterfully penned novel, will Tiny learn that Roscoe is a force to be reckoned with before it s too late? Or will she get a shocking wake-up call that has her knocking at death s door?
Publisher: WAHIDA CLARK PRESENTS
ISBN: 1936649977
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
Tanisha Hopkins a.k.a. Tiny dreams of living the glamorous life by any means necessary. A bona fide, certified, authentic material girl in every sense of the description, Tiny is Feenin to live life fast and furious and has found the perfect man to make all her dreams a reality. But everything that glitters isn't always gold. Meeting her match, Roscoe proves to be a disaster in the making. A hustler with a dream, a scheme, and his hand in the mix of everything. Tiny quickly learns why many people not only despise Roscoe, but fear him too. As treachery, murder and mayhem collide in this masterfully penned novel, will Tiny learn that Roscoe is a force to be reckoned with before it s too late? Or will she get a shocking wake-up call that has her knocking at death s door?
Still Feenin'
Author: Sereniti Hall
Publisher: WAHIDA CLARK PRESENTS
ISBN: 1936649209
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
When Infinity suddenly shows up offering Tanisha her forgiveness, yet asks explicit details about Tanisha's previous affair with her husband, Roscoe, Tanisha has every right to be suspicious. Despite her gut feeling, she accepts Infinity's friendship, and the women try to bury old bones. Once Infinity introduces Tanisha to her three friends, Armani, Jazzy, and Venom, secrets, gossip, and betrayal stir up between the women, most times placing Tanisha smack dab in the middle. Finally, Tanisha removes the blinders and opens her eyes to the truth that friendship and loyalty can sometimes mix like oil and water. Just as Tanisha begins to feel a decent life is opening its doors to her, Infinity allows insecurity and misconception to darken her unstable heart. Envious and vengeful, Infinity pulls the ultimate double cross, leaving Tanisha devastated and without hope. Will Tanisha fight back and overcome these obstacles to maintain her sobriety? Or will she relapse to the one thing she knows
Publisher: WAHIDA CLARK PRESENTS
ISBN: 1936649209
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
When Infinity suddenly shows up offering Tanisha her forgiveness, yet asks explicit details about Tanisha's previous affair with her husband, Roscoe, Tanisha has every right to be suspicious. Despite her gut feeling, she accepts Infinity's friendship, and the women try to bury old bones. Once Infinity introduces Tanisha to her three friends, Armani, Jazzy, and Venom, secrets, gossip, and betrayal stir up between the women, most times placing Tanisha smack dab in the middle. Finally, Tanisha removes the blinders and opens her eyes to the truth that friendship and loyalty can sometimes mix like oil and water. Just as Tanisha begins to feel a decent life is opening its doors to her, Infinity allows insecurity and misconception to darken her unstable heart. Envious and vengeful, Infinity pulls the ultimate double cross, leaving Tanisha devastated and without hope. Will Tanisha fight back and overcome these obstacles to maintain her sobriety? Or will she relapse to the one thing she knows
Social Text
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Category : Culture
Languages : en
Pages : 666
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Category : Culture
Languages : en
Pages : 666
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You Got Me Feenin
Author: Tina J
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
SynopsisNight Calhoun believed he had the perfect marriage and perfect family; that is until his wife, Slim finds out the truth. When his dirty laundry comes to light it has his wife assuming she's not enough. Remaining by his side like the good wife, had her doing things to herself to gain her husband's attention. Unbeknownst to her, someone is watching her from a distance and it's not who you think. No one has any idea who it could be; yet, the fear and paranoia is evident in Slim. Will Night be able to save his family from this unknown person or will they suffer at the hands of a person they least expect?Sky Calhoun has been with his girlfriend Salik for over fifteen years. They were middle school sweethearts and have done everything together. However, Salik decides to live on the wild side thinking Sky will never find out. When he does, nothing she says or does will make him forgive her betrayal and deceit. Another woman will capture his attention and like any ex who can't let go, Salik goes out of her way to destroy any happiness coming towards him.Jace and Kanae have been playing the cat and mouse game for over two years. When they decide to take it further, someone stands in between but not without an agenda. Jace isn't worried about the repercussions of what may happen but Kanae has a lot to lose; including everything she's worked hard for. Not wanting to get Jace involved, Kanae tries to handle things on her own. Unfortunately, chaos erupts, and she finds out the hard way you can't do things on your own.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
SynopsisNight Calhoun believed he had the perfect marriage and perfect family; that is until his wife, Slim finds out the truth. When his dirty laundry comes to light it has his wife assuming she's not enough. Remaining by his side like the good wife, had her doing things to herself to gain her husband's attention. Unbeknownst to her, someone is watching her from a distance and it's not who you think. No one has any idea who it could be; yet, the fear and paranoia is evident in Slim. Will Night be able to save his family from this unknown person or will they suffer at the hands of a person they least expect?Sky Calhoun has been with his girlfriend Salik for over fifteen years. They were middle school sweethearts and have done everything together. However, Salik decides to live on the wild side thinking Sky will never find out. When he does, nothing she says or does will make him forgive her betrayal and deceit. Another woman will capture his attention and like any ex who can't let go, Salik goes out of her way to destroy any happiness coming towards him.Jace and Kanae have been playing the cat and mouse game for over two years. When they decide to take it further, someone stands in between but not without an agenda. Jace isn't worried about the repercussions of what may happen but Kanae has a lot to lose; including everything she's worked hard for. Not wanting to get Jace involved, Kanae tries to handle things on her own. Unfortunately, chaos erupts, and she finds out the hard way you can't do things on your own.
Loyal to His Lies
Author: T.C. Littles
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1622866967
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Every relationship has its ups and downs. Zaria Taylor weathers the storms, accepting the bad times as temporary whenever Renard cheats. Deep down inside, Zaria prays the years invested into their relationship will be enough to keep their foundation sturdy. “Do or Die” and “Till Death do us Part” are her mottos, though her wedding ring finger is still bare. She makes the mistake of believing him every time he says he will do better, he is sorry, and his heart only belongs to her. When his lies are exposed and it is revealed that Renard has been dragging Zaria’s name through the mud while taking caring of another woman’s child on the side, all bets are off and payback is on. Angry and bitter, Zaria makes it her mission to show her two-timing baby daddy exactly how it feels to get played. Between sleeping with his best friend, stirring up drama with his line-up of women, and trying to ruin his street business, Zaria is fueled by a shattered heart, and she won't stop until revenge is hers.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1622866967
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Every relationship has its ups and downs. Zaria Taylor weathers the storms, accepting the bad times as temporary whenever Renard cheats. Deep down inside, Zaria prays the years invested into their relationship will be enough to keep their foundation sturdy. “Do or Die” and “Till Death do us Part” are her mottos, though her wedding ring finger is still bare. She makes the mistake of believing him every time he says he will do better, he is sorry, and his heart only belongs to her. When his lies are exposed and it is revealed that Renard has been dragging Zaria’s name through the mud while taking caring of another woman’s child on the side, all bets are off and payback is on. Angry and bitter, Zaria makes it her mission to show her two-timing baby daddy exactly how it feels to get played. Between sleeping with his best friend, stirring up drama with his line-up of women, and trying to ruin his street business, Zaria is fueled by a shattered heart, and she won't stop until revenge is hers.
Forever a Hustler's Wife
Author: Nikki Turner
Publisher: One World
ISBN: 0345497201
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Nikki Turner's Heartbreak of a Hustler's Wife. The high priestess of the hood, Nikki Turner, is back with the novel fans have been feenin’ for: the sequel to her #1 bestselling novel, A Hustler’s Wife. Des, Virginia’ s slickest gangsta, is about to become a dad when he is charged with the murder of his own attorney. But with Yarni, his gorgeous wife (and a brilliant lawyer), now calling the shots, Des isn’t going back to the slammer without a fierce fight. Even with the heat on, Des manages to take his game to the next level and finds a new hustle, one that will allow him to possess the three things all major players desire: money, power, and respect. He becomes a preacher. Reluctantly, Yarni stands by her man as he trades in his triple beam scale for a Bible and a Bentley and makes his Church of the Good Life Ministry a welcoming place for all sinners to step up to the altar. But when Des’s nephew is killed in the high-stakes heroin trade and Des learns that someone close to him okayed the hit, the dyed-in-the-wool gangsta sets aside the Bible for the gospel of the streets–even if it means risking the one person who’s always had his back.
Publisher: One World
ISBN: 0345497201
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Nikki Turner's Heartbreak of a Hustler's Wife. The high priestess of the hood, Nikki Turner, is back with the novel fans have been feenin’ for: the sequel to her #1 bestselling novel, A Hustler’s Wife. Des, Virginia’ s slickest gangsta, is about to become a dad when he is charged with the murder of his own attorney. But with Yarni, his gorgeous wife (and a brilliant lawyer), now calling the shots, Des isn’t going back to the slammer without a fierce fight. Even with the heat on, Des manages to take his game to the next level and finds a new hustle, one that will allow him to possess the three things all major players desire: money, power, and respect. He becomes a preacher. Reluctantly, Yarni stands by her man as he trades in his triple beam scale for a Bible and a Bentley and makes his Church of the Good Life Ministry a welcoming place for all sinners to step up to the altar. But when Des’s nephew is killed in the high-stakes heroin trade and Des learns that someone close to him okayed the hit, the dyed-in-the-wool gangsta sets aside the Bible for the gospel of the streets–even if it means risking the one person who’s always had his back.
Habeas Viscus
Author: Alexander Ghedi Weheliye
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 0822376490
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 335
Book Description
Habeas Viscus focuses attention on the centrality of race to notions of the human. Alexander G. Weheliye develops a theory of "racializing assemblages," taking race as a set of sociopolitical processes that discipline humanity into full humans, not-quite-humans, and nonhumans. This disciplining, while not biological per se, frequently depends on anchoring political hierarchies in human flesh. The work of the black feminist scholars Hortense Spillers and Sylvia Wynter is vital to Weheliye's argument. Particularly significant are their contributions to the intellectual project of black studies vis-à-vis racialization and the category of the human in western modernity. Wynter and Spillers configure black studies as an endeavor to disrupt the governing conception of humanity as synonymous with white, western man. Weheliye posits black feminist theories of modern humanity as useful correctives to the "bare life and biopolitics discourse" exemplified by the works of Giorgio Agamben and Michel Foucault, which, Weheliye contends, vastly underestimate the conceptual and political significance of race in constructions of the human. Habeas Viscus reveals the pressing need to make the insights of black studies and black feminism foundational to the study of modern humanity.
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 0822376490
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 335
Book Description
Habeas Viscus focuses attention on the centrality of race to notions of the human. Alexander G. Weheliye develops a theory of "racializing assemblages," taking race as a set of sociopolitical processes that discipline humanity into full humans, not-quite-humans, and nonhumans. This disciplining, while not biological per se, frequently depends on anchoring political hierarchies in human flesh. The work of the black feminist scholars Hortense Spillers and Sylvia Wynter is vital to Weheliye's argument. Particularly significant are their contributions to the intellectual project of black studies vis-à-vis racialization and the category of the human in western modernity. Wynter and Spillers configure black studies as an endeavor to disrupt the governing conception of humanity as synonymous with white, western man. Weheliye posits black feminist theories of modern humanity as useful correctives to the "bare life and biopolitics discourse" exemplified by the works of Giorgio Agamben and Michel Foucault, which, Weheliye contends, vastly underestimate the conceptual and political significance of race in constructions of the human. Habeas Viscus reveals the pressing need to make the insights of black studies and black feminism foundational to the study of modern humanity.
Beautiful Nightmare
Author: Johnna B
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1945855339
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Johnna Brown currently lives in St.Louis, where she writes her brand of erotic love stories with a crazy twist.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1945855339
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Johnna Brown currently lives in St.Louis, where she writes her brand of erotic love stories with a crazy twist.