All Kea ever wanted was for someone to truly love her. She thought she'd found the man of her dreams in Jaquon, but sitting home waiting for him every night, she realizes she's found a man whose infidelity knows no boundaries. Derrick is caught between the two most important women in his life--his mother, Shirley, and his girlfriend, Zacariah. Shirley can't understand why her son gave the high-maintenance Zacariah a second chance after her first affair. Derrick finally sees his mother's point of view when he catches Zacariah cheating once again. When Derrick breaks up with Zacariah, he rushes to Jaquon's house for support from his best friend. Kea is there alone, and before they know it, their mutual pity party turns into some intense passion. Knowing their first time should have been the last, the two of them can't help but start a smoking hot affair. Zacariah's not having it, though. When she discovers the two of them in bed together, she's determined to get revenge against the woman she believes stole Derrick from her. Zacariah plans to crash a party at Derrick's house, but she's armed with more than just the news of the affair. The bombshell truth that she's prepared to reveal about Derrick and Kea could be more than any of them is prepared to handle. Urban Books newcomer Tresser Henderson delivers over-the-top, scandalous drama that is sure to entertain.

Tresser Henderson answers all the readers' questions in the finale to this mind blowing series that takes you on an emotional rollercoaster that will leave you turning the pages until the exciting end. The tragedies that hit Derrick back to back have changed the loving and compassionate person he once was. His relationship with his parents is strained, he's lost his best friend Jaquon, and Kea has declined his engagement. In trying to do everything right, Derrick's life has turned out all wrong for him. Now he's decided to play the field and see how it would to be to act like his ex best friend. Kea has accepted Jaquon's hand in marriage, but with so many people unhappy about it, she begins to question her decision. After all, he has been a player during their entire relationship, cheating on her with multiple women. Is Kea delusional to think Jaquon will change? Jaquon is determined to do the right thing by Kea no matter what, but when a fling from his past comes back to blackmail him, his faithfulness is tested. Should he tell Kea this is happening, or will he surrender to the temptation and revert to his old ways? Trinity is the wild card no one knows about. She's happy to have Derrick in her life, but when she finds out he's also seeing Zacariah, she goes on the warpath. She will do whatever it takes to get her man once and for all.

Are You Ready For A New Kind Of Relationship Story?Kai Edwards is confronted with the startling reality that her man's best friend is a woman, a drop-dead, gorgeous one at that. Now, what is a girl to do?Yes, Kai Edwards has a big problem when Todd Daniels' best friend, Alana Brooks, moves to Chicago and straight into the middle of their perfect life. To compete with the new threat and keep her man, Kai devises a deliciously devious plan, but it takes an unexpected turn when she falls hard for Alana. What unfolds is an unconventional passion triangle that turns Kai's once normal life upside down - forever.Set in Chicago, My Man's Best Friend is a thought-provoking, intelligent, unconventional romantic comedy that takes an ordinary boy meets girl story and turns it on its ear. With an emotionally fearless protagonist, Kai Edwards, paired up with a manipulative, breathtaking beauty, Alana Brooks, this story will take you on an emotional rollercoaster only to have you gasping for air when the ride comes to an end. In her debut novel, K. Elle answers the question, what would you do if your man's best friend were a beautiful woman? The answer, undoubtedly, will surprise you.

This eponymous comic became an instant hit when it went live on The Oatmeal.com and was liked on Facebook by 700,000 fans. Now fans will have a keepsake book of this comic to give and to keep. In My Dog: The Paradox, Inman discusses the canine penchant for rolling in horse droppings, chasing large animals four times their size, and acting recklessly enthusiastic through the entirety of their impulsive, lovable lives. Hilarious and heartfelt, My Dog: The Paradox eloquently illustrates the complicated relationship between man and dog. We will never know why dogs fear hair dryers, or being baited into staring contests with cats, but as Inman explains, perhaps we love dogs so much “because their lives aren’t lengthy, logical, or deliberate, but an explosive paradox composed of fur, teeth, and enthusiasm.”

How do we define happiness in a world where people regularly feel rushed, stressed, and overwhelmed by the daily demands of life? Authors Garry McDaniel and Sharon Massen suggest that we look to our canine companions to learn what happiness is really about. Based on the authors' research and insights as well as real-life stories about dogs and their people, this eye-opening guide helps us explore seven essential traits for happiness through the eyes of our trusted furry friends.Inside The Dog's Guide to Happiness:•The value of loyalty in our personal and business relationships•Canine communication tactics;namely, vocalizations, body language, and eye contact;and a discussion on interpersonal communication•The lost art of play and why it is important for people;and dogs;of all ages•The unconditional love that dogs bestow on their humans and how it applies to our relationships with other people•How an unwillingness to forgive others holds us back, and why dogs are able to "forgive and forget"•How to nurture an optimistic outlook on life's ups and downs•A dog's approach to life balance and why a lack of balance is detrimental to emotional health•Exercises, charts, and worksheets to guide readers in self-exploration through applying the principles set forth in each chapter•Suggestions and activities to help readers attain the seven secrets of happiness

Tired of being unlucky in love, Veron Darcey, an ambitious, twenty-something, African-American woman who wants a successful career and the perfect man in her life, enlists the assistance of her gorgeous best friend, Demetria Sparks, to teach her how to snag a dream man, only to find herself caught up in a competition between mentor and student. Original. 40,000 first printing.

"....a very sweet dog story" -- Outside The story of a dog, his human, and the friendship that saved both of their lives. When Ben Moon moved from the Midwest to Oregon, he hadn’t planned on getting a dog. But when he first met the soulful gaze of a rescue pup in a shelter, Ben instantly felt a connection, and his friendship with Denali was born. The two of them set out on the road together, on an adventure that would take them across the American west and through some of the best years of their lives. But when Ben was diagnosed with colorectal cancer at age 29, he faced a difficult battle with the disease, and Denali never once left his side until they were back out surfing and climbing crags. It was only a short time later that Denali was struck by the same disease, and Ben had the chance to return the favor. Denali is the story of this powerful friendship that shaped Ben and Denali’s lives, showing the strength and love that we give and receive when we have our friends by our side.