Bøger af Elissa Gabrielle

The true measure of our existence begins with the way we view the world.Jerusalem "Jay" Jones has experienced the uglier side of life. As an Iraq war Veteran, he is a hero for bravely putting his life on the line to serve his country. But that unselfish act resulted in him lying in a Veteran's hospital with injuries he sustained from the war. His present circumstance should be a cakewalk for Jerusalem considering what he has witnessed both as a child and while in the heat of battle. The pleasantries of love, laughter and life have always seemed to elude him. From his early days as a child growing up abused and terrorized on the tough streets of Newark, to being all that he could be in the military, Jerusalem's life has been anything but pleasant and attractive when viewed from the surface. Now, vulnerable and reclusive, he must face the world he joined the military to escape, armed with only dark secrets from his past, a bruised and burdened psyche and limits to him physically.Jill Lopes longs to fix the wounded and broken, but before she can heal the sick, she must first mend her own battle scars of unhappiness and resistance, and find a way to push past the experiences that haunt her. When fate boldly steps in and introduces itself into Jerusalem's and Jill's lives, they realize that the challenges we meet in life hold the power to open us to a higher, more meaningful existence. Will they both be able to view the world for what it really is under the clear truth of who they are and what they are capable of becoming together? Does beauty really lie in the eye of the beholder? Experience the power of love on this redemptive journey where the purpose of the tribulations in one's life, will be empowered to reveal the gifts they bring.

Collective voices so vibrant, so vigilant, and yet so virulent are the pages that govern legitimacy...such is the urgency of this third installment of The Soul of A Man anthology. Elegantly written, The Soul of A Man: I Can't Breathe is a tome of the times with moving and poignant personal recollections, including profound and cultural analysis for moral redemption. The authors that comprise this entity are just as vociferous relative to books I and II in the anthological series...it's all about how much linguistic fortitude is exhibited in the voices therein. Police abuse coupled with biased intent is not a prerequisite to stifle growth, or even limit breathing. Black men all over are requesting and demanding to be heard, and in this book the delivery is a poignant series of homilies of love, hope, faith, and inspiration forming the right things to be done, and said so that we can all get along. The question is-how confident are we as a united force to exact and challenge change? What indeed, would it take? If for no other reason than to give hope to your own policy and procedure governing how and why you breathe, pay homage to what men of destiny have to say about mayhem in their diaspora. Read this book, and never stop letting the world know how and why their lives matter, still.

The Soul of a Man 2: Make Me Wanna Holler is a collection of poignant stories from the perspective of the African American man. The intention of this thought-provoking work is to enlighten the world on how the minds of distinguished African American men work. This powerful anthology is truth and affirmation in their words from their worlds with their voices spoken their way. The voices of African American men can echo across this land capturing the attention of many.From lack of true justice, to racial tensions, the Black Lives Matter Movement, broken hearts, socio-economic barriers, to new found faith-experience the plight of man, as only he can explain it, told from his perspective and from his heart. Through expressions of the history of his past, the reality of his present, and the optimism of his future, these gifted men relate what stirs a man's soul and ignites his actions and his thinking.Men the world over have always been much maligned and strident in how life portrays and prefaces their successes and failures. This collection of enlightening stories personifies the sentiment, faith, resilience and love embodied in the creation God made in His own image. The Soul of a Man is a Divine truth and an affirmation of the passion running through the minds of men where hearts and souls are bared.This book may not change the world but it will change someone's world and will give the world a new view, vantage point and keen insight on what lies in the heart and souls of men.Be enlightened. Be Encouraged. Be Inspired to positive change by the profound and incomparable, soulful literary voices of Adrian Milan, Marc Lacy, Alvin L. A. Horn, Alvin C. Romer, Maurice M. Gray Jr, Zach Tate, Pastor Andre Jones, Gospel Recording Artist Robert Grant, Shakeim Edmonds, H. M. Trey, Memphis Vaughan, Jr., KL Belvin, Isaiah David Paul, Rickey Teems II, Brian Ganges, Navi Robins and talk show host, Cyrus Webb.

The true measure of our existence begins with the way we view the world. Jerusalem "Jay" Jones has experienced the uglier side of life. As an Iraq war Veteran, he is a hero for bravely putting his life on the line to serve his country. But that unselfish act resulted in him lying in a Veteran's hospital with injuries he sustained from the war. His present circumstance should be a cakewalk for Jerusalem considering what he has witnessed both as a child and while in the heat of battle. The pleasantries of love, laughter and life have always seemed to elude him. From his early days as a child growing up abused and terrorized on the tough streets of Newark, to being all that he could be in the military, Jerusalem's life has been anything but pleasant and attractive when viewed from the surface. Now, vulnerable and reclusive, he must face the world he joined the military to escape, armed with only dark secrets from his past, a bruised and burdened psyche and limits to him physically. Jill Lopes longs to fix the wounded and broken, but before she can heal the sick, she must first mend her own battle scars of unhappiness and resistance, and find a way to push past the experiences that haunt her. When fate boldly steps in and introduces itself into Jerusalem's and Jill's lives, they realize that the challenges we meet in life hold the power to open us to a higher, more meaningful existence. Will they both be able to view the world for what it really is under the clear truth of who they are and what they are capable of becoming together? Does beauty really lie in the eye of the beholder? Experience the power of love on this redemptive journey where the purpose of the tribulations in one's life, will be empowered to reveal the gifts they bring.

The most sensual aphrodisiac is when seduction, gingerly applied, meets the tantalizing space found between ear to ear. When the mind is stimulated, the body becomes a willing follower. We are slaves to our erogenous zones; and passionate lovers know the secrets of caressing the right spots to ignite flames of arousal. We all possess them, those untamed desires which seek satisfaction between the sheets; and sometimes gratification can only be found through salacious moans, careless whispers and lustful utterances spoken between a man and woman. In an erotic union of male and female perspective, seven sensual couples unite to take your libido to new heights of eroticism. Through a smoldering written collaboration of lust, love and the pursuit of great sex, these authors take you on sizzling and sultry journeys of mouth-watering and titillating stories guaranteed to satisfy every fantasy or desire; while delivering a much deserved happy ending. These orgasmic tangos are stories of intense passion, captured in a collective voice of a man and woman. Through their eyes, the amorous experience of love making is celebrated; revealing in sexuality and sensuality in their most erotic and exotic forms. From the heavenly and creative minds of fourteen of the most eclectic and acclaimed contemporary storytellers comes a collection of seven seductively designed, pulse-racing stories. In these daring duets, the desires of mankind and womankind boldly collide. The most discerning sexual tastes are satiated, when the language of love is whispered sensually In the Heat of the Night through the enticing allure of Pillow Talk. Featured Contributors: Elissa Gabrielle with Rory D. Sheriff. Lorraine Elzia with K. Roland Williams. Carla Pennington with Kenneth Alan Campbell. Niyah Moore with Stacey L. Moor. LaLaina Knowles with Marc Lacy. Ebonee Monique with Torrian Ferguson. Renee Daniel Flagler with Alvin L.A. Horn.

The captivating allure of a woman is magnetic to all she encounters. Her aura is defined by intrigue and passion. She possesses the power to enchant, seduce and conquer at will with her heart, her mind, her body and her words. Warm as the sun, dipped in ebony majesty, she is full in rhythm and complete notes; harmonious, fluid, sexy. She is never to be underestimated for she has the ability to transform galaxies and move continents from the sizzling kiss of her lips. From the pen of six femme fatales, comes a sweltering journey in erotic pleasure and adventure. This collection of steamy escapades is a savory blend of sensual encounters that revel in lust, obsession, and uncontrollable desire. Take a walk on the wild side as fantasy begins from the sultry moans uttered from lovers' lips. Insatiable attractions and deep desires materialize through sizzling prose guaranteed to ignite a fire within which is experienced only in The Heat of the Night. The Heat of the Night features some of the most-talented authors in the game. Sizzling stories by Pynk, Elissa Gabrielle, Lorraine Elzia, Ebonee Monique, LaLaina Knowles and Niyah Moore, empowering women to take charge of their climax...one page at a time.

The colors of love comes in several shades for Queen Thomas, and has been prevalent on her canvas of life as she continues to paint by the numbers. Successful beyond measure, but flawed to a degree where bright hues tend to fade a bit, happiness should be much more than an illusion. Queen is a young African American defense attorney passionately advocating justice for her brown-skinned clients, despite being subjected by black and blue bruises from her ex-boyfriend. Then there are the shades of gray that matters most when trying to balance the memorable scales of a loving relationship with a father that raised her as a single parent. Along with that are the dark clouds of uncertainty accentuating the need to suppress the void of missing the touches that only a mother can manifest. Is a successful but committed relationship so hard to fathom where integrity and faithfulness is not compromised? The whispers get louder with promises of primal screams as the colors take on a different tint as the plot thickens. Enter Quincy Hughes, a handsome doctor easy on the eyes but with an underlying intrigue that allows curiosity to kill much more than the cat. Quincy is on a mission. He relentlessly pursues her despite his mystique, and forces Queen to question the taboo concept of accepted love vs. forbidden fruit; and whether there's a future in it for her. Is she ready to tackle the relevancy of this different persuasion? And what about her ex-lover -- will he settle for second best and allow Queen to pursue matters of the heart, albeit with someone else? Sensual and brimming with sexuality, this heart-wrenching drama is groundbreaking fiction. A Whisper To a Scream is a sexy, moving and riveting tale that will pull you deep into an unforgettable erotic, socially-conscious, and emotionally-charged ride.

What lies in the soul of a man? Love, laughter, heartache and sorrow? Pride, fear, rage and contentment? The true measure of a man lies in his heart and in his soul. Trials are measured and grounded by inner feelings and the expectations placed on them and they persevere. The weights of the world sometimes are carried on their shoulders. From socio-economic barriers, to racial tensions, broken hearts, to new found faith-experience the plight of man, as only he can explain it, told from his perspective and from his heart. Through expressions of the history of his past, the reality of his present, and the optimism of his future, these gifted men relate what stirs a man's soul and ignites his actions and his thinking. Men the world over have always been much maligned and strident in how life portrays and prefaces their successes and failures. This collection of enlightening stories personifies the sentiment, faith, resilience and love embodied in the creation God made in His own image. The Soul of a Man is a Divine truth and an affirmation of the passion running through the minds of men where hearts and souls are bared. In continuation of the Triumph series, the second book, The Soul of a Man: A Triumph of My Soul Anthology, features these brilliant men; Joe Thomas, Jihad, William Fredrick Cooper, Alvin C. Romer, Marc Lacy, Maurice M. Gray, Jr., Brian Ganges, Jarold Imes, K.L. Belvin, Joey Pinkney, Thomas Ashburn, Jr., Clarence "Baba Simba" Mollock, Tyrell Floyd and Eddrick Dejuan.

God speaks through our trials. Often times in life, we face a mighty storm that threatens to consume us whole. In the midst of the storm, we must find the courage and faith to call on God, who helps us to weather any storm. In the process, we discover just how delicate and precious life really is. Witness the awesome Glory of God and discover the joy within through these inspiring stories of victory over adversity. The Triumph of My Soul delivers a powerful testimony with encouraging stories of love, hope, faith, triumph and inspiration. Within its pages, you will learn of God's love, be renewed and strengthened by His Word, ultimately leading you to overcome trials and to the path of righteousness to claiming victory. The Triumph of My Soul is a soul-stirring, heartfelt and inspiring collection of short stories, authored by truly gifted storytellers. "Often we find ourselves feeling as though we just cant win for losing. In The Triumph of My Soul, readers will find that they are not alone. This is more than just a book of short stories; you have been given a personal invitation to share in a journey. You will laugh, cry, and be utterly amazed by what these authors and/or their characters have had to conquer. Most importantly, you will be inspired to rise above your circumstances and press forward. Treat yourself and experience The Triumph of My Soul. You will be better for it." Janet West Sellars, Author of Quiet As Its Kept

Point of No Return, the dramatic conclusion to Good to the Last Drop is based on the lives of newly married couple, Amber and Khalil Devereaux, who have seen their share of both triumph and tragedy but have managed to keep their love alive. Amber is steadfast in her commitment, while Khalil, along with the help of his best friend Shawn, has vowed to become a better man. Through a series of unfortunate events, karma comes back with a vengeance and leaves the couple hanging in the balance. Returning are the characters you love to hate, root for, laugh and cry with. Will faith and forgiveness salvage their love? What happens when 'til death do us part' are tempted with lust and lies? Sexy, emotional, thought-provoking, deliciously witty and inviting, Elissa Gabrielle will put you in a trance, on a wild ride full of twists and turns so bold; leaving you wholly satisfied.

Elissa Gabrielle returns with her best release to date- A tantalizing debut novel filled with Tenderness, Treachery and Temptation. . What lengths will a woman go to for love? What lengths will a woman take to keep love? What secrets will be revealed? What truths will unfold? It's been said those closest to us can do the most damage. In Good to the Last Drop, Elissa Gabrielle has crafted a hilarious, sensual and twisted tale that is based on the lives of newlywed college sweethearts, Amber and Khalil. Lost in a web of deceit, Khalil and Amber struggle to remain faithful.to themselves and each other. With a memorable cast of characters that come to life with every page, the story remains gritty, sensual and all too realistic. What roles will the characters play in this web of deception? Who can they trust? Shawn, the best friend and voice of reason. Aaliyah, the gorgeous, yet seductive fiance'. Shayla, the ghetto-fabulous bitter ex. Scott, the loyal and flamboyant queen, and Keisha, the loud and boisterous best friend and confidant. Make yourself comfortable and get ready for the ride of your life as chickens come home to roost and the strings are pulled from this fabric of treachery, love and scandal.