Bøger af Vanessa Miller

Founding a startup is a challenging endeavor that works best in a well-balanced team. Different thinking styles are needed throughout the founding journey. Archetypes are deeply engrained templates in the collective unconscious and can be used to reveal the hidden aspects of social interactions within teams. This book employs an archetypical personality test to uncover the eight most significant team roles needed in a startup: the leader, the mentor, the artist, the friend, the hero, the femme fatale, the rebel and the manager. The artist, for example, always finds unconventional solutions, the femme fatale attracts support for the idea, and the hero is undaunted in the face of setbacks. Archetypical roles can manifest in individuals or at the group level, and they can and should change throughout the journey. With the included personality test, this book offers entrepreneurs, investors and mentors alike a tool to improve the interpersonal processes in startup teams.

"Hardcover library edition, releasing simultaneously with the paperback! In 1869 a kingdom rose in the South. And Louella was its queen. Over the twenty-four years she was enslaved on the Montgomery Plantation, Louella learned to feel one thing: hate. Hate for the man who sold her mother. Hate for the overseer who left her daddy to hang from a noose. Hate so powerful there's no room in her heart for love, not even for the honorable Reverend William, whom she likes and respects enough to marry. But when William finally listens to Louella's pleas and leads the formerly enslaved people off the plantation, Louella begins to replace her hate with hope. Hope that they will find a place where they can live free from fear. Hope that despite her many unanswered prayers, she can learn to trust for new miracles. Soon, William and Louella become the appointed king and queen of their self-proclaimed Kingdom of the Happy Land. And though they are still surrounded by opposition, they continue to share a message of joy and goodness--and fight for the freedom and dignity of all"--

His Love Walk (Book 7) Ronny Thomas' rags to riches story has made him arrogant enough to believe that he did it all without God's help. He preaches his self-reliant gospel every chance he gets, but Nia Brooks isn't buying it. Nia may not have much. She's a single mother, with few breaks and even fewer dollars. But the faith she has in her God means more to her than all the riches that Ronny Thomas possesses. Ronny is used to getting his way, and figures that he will eventually get what he wants from his lady love, but Nia is no easy win. Now Ronny must decide if he will follow his same do-it-myself path or if he will let God lead him to love. Could This Be Love (Book 8) Caught in the middle of a scandal that had the potential to destroy both a governor and a senator, Raven Thomas must decide whether to follow her head or her heart. With danger on the horizon no matter which way she turns, Raven tries to out run the inevitable. But the gorgeous and wildly successful Marcus Allen won't let Raven run away from him, even if having her puts his political career in jeopardy. While Raven and Marcus struggle to find a balance between love and politics, they are also forced into a spiritual battle that will either strengthen their love for each other or kill it all together. Song of Praise (Book 9) RaShawn Thomas, the youngest member of the Marshall-Thomas family is handsome, charismatic and on fire for the Lord. But none of that matters when he is thrown into a whirlwind of sin and deceit. His only saving grace in the mad, mad world around him is Britney Hartman. Born into a privileged family, most girls would have coveted Britney Hartman's life... unless they actually lived it. With RaShawn's help, Britney escaped the horrors of her past. But when her uncle is murdered, it seems she will be pulled back to the life she once fled. As she and RaShawn uncover one secret after the next, Britney fears that this nightmare will swallow her alive. Britney needs RaShawn to come to the rescue again... but this time, she needs him to rescue her heart. Song of Praise is a romantic suspense that will lead the reader on a roller coaster ride of fear, inspiration, romance and praise!

The Shepherd family has come a long way. Demetrius has finally stepped out of his father, Don Shepherd's shadow and is living for the Lord. But Demetrius has to find a way to forgive Don before it's too late. Don Shepherd has been no angel and with his last days in front of him, he begins to realize that he has a lot to atone for. But has his heart been so hardened that he can't accept the forgiveness he so desperately needs? By all accounts, God was showing up and showing out in Dam Shepherd's life. He had just graduated from college, was about to begin his ministry and had met the woman he planned to marry... then his grandfather became deathly ill and one of his brothers overdosed. Dam is left questioning his ministry while he struggles to get his family to come together. Amarrea Harris refused to forgive her father and wanted nothing to do with him. But if she can't find a way to forgive the first man she ever loved, she would never be able to accept the love Dam wants to give her. Family Business 5 is about God's ability to forgive horrendous sin and our ability to step out of God's way.

Ramsey's Praise (Book 4) Love was something Ramsey Thomas could do without... that is, until the beautiful Maxine Dawson walked into his life. The first time he saw Maxine, she was carrying roses. The next time, she was carrying a baby. Ramsey was intrigued by this woman and all of her antics. But Ramsey is harboring hurts from past relationships that just might destroy all hopes of marriage and a baby carriage. Escape to Love (Book 5) She wanted a peaceful escape to the Bahamas. What she got was love and danger at ever turn. Renee Thomas can't trust herself to pick a good man. Putting her life back together after being in an abusive relationship, she finds a job. Her new job isn't exciting, but it nets one major positive: she reconnects with an old flame, but like a moth to a flame, her abuser also tries to reconnect with disastrous results, not only for her, but everyone she loves. Jay Morris can't afford any distractions. He's staking his entire career on an IPO that must go off without any glitches...but he can't stop thinking about Renee and the fear he saw in her eyes. He'd give up everything in order to protect her... he'd walk through fire for the chance to love her. During the most horrific time in her life, all Renee wanted to do was escape, but in the midst of all the turmoil and with help from a praying family and God's warriors, Renee finds her way back to love. Praise For Christmas (Book 6) A new baby, a wedding and an unexpected illness all collide to make this Christmas one that the Marshall-Thomas family will never forget. Carmella Marshall-Thomas loves Christmas and all of the festivities and cookie baking that comes with it. When she is diagnosed with an illness that brings about a lifestyle change, her family begins praying for her health. But with Renee's wedding a few days before Christmas and three unexpected babies popping up, Carmella is not the only member of the Marshall-Thomas family in need of prayer.

Love was a four-letter word, and trust was an even worse five-letter word that Joy Marshall had no patience for. Young, beautiful and a successful attorney, Joy is any man's dream, but since her life became a nightmare after her father divorced her mother, she wants nothing to do with the heartache that love can bring. Lance Bryant isn't fooled by Joy's cold hearted exterior. He knew she was the one for him at first sight, and would stop at nothing to help her find her way back to love. But even the charismatic Lance Bryant is no match for the pain that has been inflicted on her heart. Joy will need a spiritual intervention that only God can bring if she is ever to truly open her heart and mind to the possibility of love for a lifetime. The Marshall family discovers that although weeping may endure for a night, Joy Comes in the Morning, so you might as well go on and praise Him anyhow.

Isaac Walker is back with a vengeance. As old enemies from his past resurface Isaac desperately tries to hold onto his faith in God's ability to fight his battles. Nina and Isaac raised their youngest son, Isaac Walker Junior (Ikee) as far away from the hood and drug life as they could get him. But the sins of the father were too strong and too deadly for the son to avoid. Once Ikee leaves the church to become a gang banger Isaac is pulled back into a life he left behind so long ago... and only God knows how this nightmare will end. Bonus Read... Rain For Christmas Five years ago, Donavan lost the love of his life, but this Christmas he just may get it back. The golden boy, Donavan Walker, was destined to take over for his father, Isaac Walker in the family business - preaching the gospel... or so his family thought. But when Isaac catches his son with the church secretary, Donavan leaves the ministry. He sets out on his own and becomes financially successful, but this Christmas he will discover, that money don't mean a thing without your first love. Diana Milner fell for Donavan from the moment she spilled coffee on him. But mistakes from her past doomed their relationship from the start. She dreams of a second chance, but now she has other responsibilities. The courts just awarded her custody of her four year old niece. Amarri deserves two parents to love and care for her. The moment Donavan meets Amarri, it seems that the little girl has stolen his heart. But Diana, wants to know if his heart still beats for her as well. Join me on this journey of Christmas wonder with your favorite characters from the Rain series. Rain for Christmas is a novella. I hope you enjoy and have a very Merry Christmas

The Christmas Wish (Book 1) R & B diva, Trinity Thomas thought she would have everything she'd ever wanted once her group, the Four Ts made it to the top of the R & B charts. But addictions and poor life choices caused her group to lose their way. One Christmas Eve, when they were on the verge of losing it all, Trinity took a chance and wished on a falling star. The next morning God shows her what her life could have been like if she had chosen a different path. One that now included her high school sweetheart, Jarod Harland. One thing was for sure, Jarod Harland wasn't bringing any kind of pain in her life... only joy, love and happiness. Now Trinity realizes that if she'd never walked away from the church, she could have had a peaceful life filled with love and Jarod. She didn't know if what she was experiencing was real or not, but she never wanted it to end... But when Trinity discovers that her friends lives are in jeopardy if she stays with Jarod, rather than going back to the life she once knew. This Christmas, Trinity must choose between her own happiness or ensuring that her friends live to celebrate another Christmas. The choice will define the rest of her life. Before wishing upon that star, Trinity would have chosen her own happiness every time, but now... Take this Christmas journey with Trinity as she discovers what really matters. The Gift (Book 2) The gift Theresa Manning wanted couldn't fit under a Christmas tree. She desperately wanted a true family, with a faithful husband who would be daddy to all of her children. But she'd struck out three times in the baby-daddy department. And now that her career was on the rocks as well, the only One Theresa could turn to was God. She prayed for God to turn her life around, just as he had done for her friend, Trinity Thomas on Christmas Eve. Tony Black had made mistakes in his life, he'd never tried to hide that fact. But every since he fell in love with Theresa, he vowed to be a better man. The fact that she didn't trust him and had called off their wedding because of unsubstantiated rumors was not going to stop him from being with his family and showing them the true spirit of Christmas. Along the way, this holiday season, Theresa and Tony just may received the greatest gift of all.

Demetrius Shepherd is out for blood. His wife has been violated and is now pregnant. Demetrius wants that baby destroyed so his family can move pass the nightmare he hadn't been able to protect Angel from. However, Angel sees this baby as a gift from God. A child who will serve the Lord with all his heart... and she'll do anything to keep her baby safe, even if it means defying her husband. Demetrius and Angel thought their love was everlasting and that nothing could tear them apart. But once Angel's other secret is revealed and Demetrius' cheating comes to light their family is pulled so far apart that they have to fight, forgive and forget the sins of the past in order to get to their happy place again.

She wanted a peaceful escape to the Bahamas. What she got was love and danger at every turn. Renee Thomas can't trust herself to pick a good man. Putting her life back together after being in an abusive relationship, she finds a job. Her new job isn't exciting, but it nets one major positive: she reconnects with an old flame, but like a moth to a flame, her abuser also tries to reconnect with disastrous results, not only for her, but everyone she loves. Jay Morris can't afford any distractions. He's staking his entire career on an IPO that must go off without any glitches...but he can't stop thinking about Renee and the fear he saw in her eyes. He'd give up everything in order to protect her... he'd walk through fire for the chance to love her. During the most horrific time in her life, all Renee wanted to do was escape, but in the midst of all the turmoil and with help from a praying family and God's warriors, Renee finds her way back to love.

Second book in the Loving You SeriesToya Milner was smart, resilient, accomplished and reclusive. After dealing with her ex-boyfriend, the psycho kidnapper, Toya no longer wanted to deal with the outside world and had panic attacks whenever she tried. She wanted to blame her ex for all of her fears, but Toya's loss of faith in God's ability to keep her safe had something to do with it also. Jarrod Reed has loved Toya since grade school. When they were kids, Jarrod protected her from guys who tried to take advantage, but now he is determined to not only protect, but to love her for a lifetime. If only he can convince Toya to give their love a try.As Toya's faith in God grows, her heart begins to dream of love again. But is she meant to love Jarrod or have they missed their moment? Toya doesn't want to make another mistake, especially when there were too many obstacles in their way. But Jarrod knows that their love is not a mistake and for Toya he will risk it all to make her believe in their love again.

RaShawn Thomas, the youngest member of the Marshall-Thomas family is handsome, charismatic and on fire for the Lord. But none of that matters when he is thrown into a whirlwind of sin and deceit. His only saving grace in the mad, mad world around him is Britney Hartman. Born into a privileged family, most girls would have coveted Britney Hartman's life... unless they actually lived it. With RaShawn's help, Britney escaped the horrors of her past. But when her uncle is murdered, it seems she will be pulled back to the life she once fled. As she and RaShawn uncover one secret after the next, Britney fears that this nightmare will swallow her alive. Britney needs RaShawn to come to the rescue again... but this time, she needs him to rescue her heart.

Ronny Thomas' rags to riches story has made him arrogant enough to believe that he did it all without God's help. He preaches his self-reliant gospel every chance he gets, but Nia Brooks isn't buying it. Nia may not have much. She's a single mother, with few breaks and even fewer dollars. But the faith she has in her God means more to her than all the riches that Ronny Thomas possesses. Ronny is used to getting his way, and figures that he will eventually get what he wants from his lady love, but Nia is no easy win. Now Ronny must decide if he will follow his same do-it-myself path or if he will let God lead him to love.

Promises are hard to keep... especially when they involve matters of the heart.Yvonne Milner thought she had given her heart to her husband forever. But then he died, leaving her with a church to run and wayward children to deal with. Just as Yvonne was about to go out of her mind, Thomas Reed stepped back into her life. The handsome, world-renowned motivational speaker had been her husband's best friend, and as a widower, he understood the pain in Yvonne's eyes. Thomas will do everything in his power to mend Yvonne's broken heart.With her youngest daughter pregnant and unmarried and her oldest daughter dating the very man who is trying to take the church away from them, Yvonne is grateful to have Thomas in her life. But when long-buried emotions arise in their friendship, Yvonne hesitates, not wanting to betray her husband or break her promise to love him forever. Will Yvonne's passion lie forever buried in the past, or will she be able to give this new love chance?Library JournalYvonne Milner and her husband shared more than just a marriage. They shared their calling to preach. Following her husband's death two years ago, Yvonne has been the lone pastor to their church. Unfortunately, that has not been going so well, and the church has lost members as well as income. When the board decides to hire another pastor to oversee things, Yvonne is determined to keep her job. Enter Thomas Reed, her husband's best friend and a widower himself, who joins Yvonne in her fight to keep her ministry. When old passions begin once again to flare, Yvonne must decide whether her husband, and God, would want her to have a second chance at love. VERDICT This well-written, character-driven story will please fans of this series and earn Miller new readership among those who enjoy

Life was good, God was blessing and the Marshall family was riding high, until Carmella Marshall's husband, Nelson asks for a divorce and then moves in with his girlfriend-who also happens to be her twenty-three-year-old daughter's best friend-her son gets arrested, her daughter drops out of college, the bills go unpaid, and then Carmella has a nervous breakdown. The Marshalls have ups and downs like any other family. However, Carmella always thought that God would see them through anything. But when Nelson left and her life fell apart, she realized just how weak she could become, without the strength of God guiding her way. Through prayer, praise, and a love that bonds families together, Carmella renews her trust in the Lord and discovers a way to turn her life around. In TEARS FALL AT NIGHT, the Marshalls discover that even when everything goes wrong, they can still lift their hands and praise God anyhow.

With times like these it's no wonder that fear has gripped Nina Walker's heart. Now she's not sure if she can trust her husband, son and even God when it comes to the things that concern her. Isaac Walker Jr. (Ikee) has fallen in love, but Nina feels that her son is too young and tries to do everything in her power to snatch Ikee out of the grips of a needy woman. Meanwhile, Nina must also decide if love is enough when it comes to her own marriage. Elizabeth Underwood's singing career is on a downward spiral. She desperately needs a reality show to get back on the top ten play list. Only one problem with that, and his name is Kenneth Underwood. Elizabeth doesn't understand why her husband won't help get her career back on track and she's willing to wreak havoc in her home in order to get what she wants. After decades of being married to the man of their dreams, Nina and Elizabeth are at a crossroads. Heaven only knows what they will do next. The gang is all here in book 8 of the RAIN series: Nina and Isaac from Former Rain & Latter Rain... Elizabeth and Kenneth from Abundant Rain... Cynda and Keith from Rain Storm... and you won't believe how things have changed.

What if God doesn't answer in the way you want? What if trouble comes when you least expect it? These questions and many others have been answered by the authors of the Keeping The Faith anthology. Whether you're dealing with an unexpected illness, the loss of a parent, the drug addiction of a spouse, abuse, infertility or spiritual weakness... Keeping The Faith will inspire, uplift and give each reader the ability to trust God no matter the situation. Reading the amazing stories in this anthology will strengthen the reader's resolve and give them the ability to keep the faith!

Love was something Ramsey Thomas could do without... that is, until the beautiful Maxine Dawson walked into his life. The first time he saw Maxine, she was carrying roses. The next time, she was carrying a baby. Ramsey was intrigued by this woman and all of her antics. But Ramsey is harboring hurts from past relationships that just might destroy all hopes of marriage and a baby carriage. Maxine has fallen in love with Ramsey, but she is carrying secrets that have left her wounded and afraid to move forward with her life in the manner that God designed for her. For their love to work, Ramsey and Maxine must allow God to work on their hearts and release them from their fears. But for Ramsey, the key lies in his praise.

A love that out lasts the test of time... Handsome and successful, Dontae Marshall had it all. Especially since he'd found the woman of his dreams and proposed marriage to her, with one stipulation -- a stipulation that caused Jewel to hand the ring right back. Add to that the fact that his father is out of prison and he now has to face his feelings for the man who left him in his greatest hour of need. And if all of that wasn't enough, his long-held secret is about to be revealed. Jewel Dawson knew that she would love Dontae Marshall for a lifetime the moment they met. She was willing to accept all the baggage that comes with the man she loves. All she wants is for Dontae to realize that what they have is a Forever Kind of Love. Dontae must learn to trust God and to get his praise back, before moving into his happy-ever-after with the woman of his dreams. But can he do what must be done or will he let the past get in the way of the love he's meant to have and hold for a lifetime?

Angel and Demetrius Shepherd loved each other with an everlasting love, but their love is soon tested when one attack after the next threatens the safety of their children. Angel must determine if love is enough to keep her and Demetrius together. Demetrius is growing weary of being the son of a gangster. He sees the light in Angel's eyes and the love in her heart and desires that for himself. But no matter how many times Demetrius tries to get out of the life his father inducted him into, some sucka pulls him back in. This time they messed with his children, and Demetrius is going to make them pay. Angel wants Demetrius to trust the Lord, but Demetrius can't figure out how a man with so much vengeance in his heart can ever receive grace from a holy God?

Book 1 in the Let's Stay Together Series (Forever) is Bestselling Author, Vanessa Miller's 50th Christian fiction title.Real estate agent Jewel Dawson is headstrong, outspoken and very much in love with her fiancé', the mega-millionaire sports agent, Jackson Lewis. But after he gives her a prenuptial agreement to sign, she calls off the wedding because she could never marry a man who doesn't believe in the possibility of forever.Jewel was raised to appreciate the sanctity of marriage. Her great grandparents lived to celebrate their platinum wedding anniversary, her grandparents just celebrated their emerald and her parents are about to celebrate their coral wedding anniversary. Jewel believes that love can last a lifetime, but her fiancé', doesn't have the same experience. Jackson's father was currently on his fourth marriage and everyone around him was getting divorced.Jackson loves Jewel, but has no idea if this love with stand the test of time. Jewel's heart was broken by a man who thought like that, so she will not put her trust in Jackson unless he can promise her forever. Along the way, the two discover that lasting love doesn't come easy, but with God on their side, anything is possible.

A new baby, a wedding and an unexpected illness all collide to make this Christmas one that the Marshall-Thomas family will never forget. Carmella Marshall-Thomas loves Christmas and all of the festivities and cookie baking that comes with it. When she is diagnosed with an illness that brings about a lifestyle change, her family begins praying for her health. But with Renee's wedding a few days before Christmas and three unexpected babies popping up, Carmella is not the only member of the Marshall-Thomas family in need of prayer. Spend this Christmas with the Marshall-Thomas family and rejoice with them as they praise God even as they go through some of the biggest challenges of their lives.

They first kissed over fifteen years ago, Gina thought it would be the start of a me-for-you-and-you-for-me kind of relationship, but David didn't remember her or the kiss the very next day. Now they are drawn back together to save each others careers. David may not remember the first kiss but the next one will be like fireworks on New Year's Eve. But it's not only the dawning of a new year these two will celebrate, but a new love, one that they must determine if they can trust with its flaws and all.You will love this heartwarming story of Gina Melson, the enchanting, vibrant beauty who experiences some of the hard knocks of life, but yet and still understands that with God on her side, she will win. And David Pittman the football superstar turned master chef with secrets that could derail all that he has built if he doesn't allow God to turn his midnight into day. David needs someone like Gina in his corner, he can't let her get away, but she's not interested unless he can prove that he's no longer the love 'em and forget 'em playboy she once knew.

Tears Fall at Night: Life was good, God was blessing and the Marshall family was riding high, until Carmella Marshall's husband, Nelson asks for a divorce and then moves in with his girlfriend-who also happens to be her twenty-three-year-old daughter's best friend-her son gets arrested, her daughter drops out of college, the bills go unpaid, and then Carmella has a nervous breakdown. The Marshalls have ups and downs like any other family. However, Carmella always thought that God would see them through anything. But when Nelson left and her life fell apart, she realized just how weak she could become, without the strength of God guiding her way. Through prayer, praise, and a love that bonds families together, Carmella renews her trust in the Lord and discovers a way to turn her life around. In TEARS FALL AT NIGHT, the Marshalls discover that even when everything goes wrong, they can still lift their hands and praise God anyhow. Joy Comes in the Morning: Love was a four-letter word, and trust was an even worse five-letter word that Joy Marshall had no patience for. Young, beautiful and a successful attorney, Joy is any man's dream, but since her life became a nightmare after her father divorced her mother, she wants nothing to do with the heartache that love can bring. Lance Bryant isn't fooled by Joy's cold hearted exterior. He knew she was the one for him at first sight, and would stop at nothing to help her find her way back to love. But even the charismatic Lance Bryant is no match for the pain that has been inflicted on her heart. Joy will need a spiritual intervention that only God can bring if she is ever to truly open her heart and mind to the possibility of love for a lifetime. The Marshall family discovers that although weeping may endure for a night, Joy Comes in the Morning, so you might as well go on and praise Him anyhow. A Forever Kind of Love: Handsome and successful in his own right, Dontae Marshall felt as if he had it all. Especially since he'd found the woman of his dreams and proposed marriage to her, with one stipulation -- a stipulation that caused Jewel to hand the ring right back. Add to that the fact that his father is out of prison and he now has to face his feelings for the man who left him in his greatest hour of need. And if all of that wasn't enough, his long-held secret is about to be revealed. Jewel Dawson knew that she would love Dontae Marshall forever the moment they met. She is willing to accept all the baggage that comes with the man she loves. All she wants is for Dontae to realize that what they have is a Forever Kind of Love. Dontae must learn to trust God and to get his praise back, before moving into his happy-ever-after with the woman of his dreams.

Being married to the son of a gangster wasn't easy, but Angel and Demetrius Shepherd had an everlasting love and doubted that anything could tear them apart. But when Don Shepherd, Demetrius' father goes to war with another gangster, and destroys a city in the process, the city fights back and Demetrius is arrested along with his father. Angel will do anything to get her husband out of jail, but when she is forced to meet with a man who tormented her years ago, things turn really bad really quick. Angel tries to lean on Demetrius to get through these devastating circumstances, but it's too much for Demetrius too handle so he turns his back on her. Feeling alone, Angel finally turns back to God. It is the power of God that gives her the strength to do what must be done for her children. Demetrius and Angel's love is tested to the point of no return, now the two of them must figure out a way to get back to the love they once knew. Family Business II (Sword of Division) is explosive. This story will leave you wanting more and more of the Family Business series.

After having an affair with a married preacher and then having a child by an unemployed ex-boyfriend, Margie Milner is tired of playing with God's good graces and wants to live right. So when she meets the charismatic and very gorgeous, Pastor Lamont Stevens, Margie isn't sure if he is her God ordained destiny or if the devil is trying to tempt her to return to her old ways, but she is determined to find out. Pastor Lamont Stevens of Overcomers Ministries has a church full of wounded quitters and sanctified sinners. It seems his congregation has forgotten that they were called to live holy. At this point, he needs to change the name of his church or find away to help his members live up to the expectations that God has for their lives. When Lamont meets Margie, his mentor, Pastor JT Thomas warns him to stay away from her, but Lamont recognizes God's intervention when his sees it. Lamont believes that Margie is in his life to help him fulfill his destiny... As his destiny is revealed, Lamont becomes more determined than ever to bring back to God's people's remembrance the things they have forgotten.

In book 9 of the Rain Series, Isaac Walker's youngest son is tested beyond measure... but if he can stand the test, a great heavenly reward awaits. Black Lives Matter and Isaac Judah Walker Jr. comes face to face with that reality after two police shootings that take the lives of men who should never have been killed. Judah has created a wonderful life for himself in California, now he must decide if he can step back into his father's world in order to do God's will. But going back home to Ohio is complicated because Marissa Allen, the woman he loved and lost is there. All Marissa wanted was a do-right man. But the way Marissa saw it, the man couldn't possibly do-right if he didn't have God in his heart. She'd been forced to reject Judah's love and his promise of forever. But now that he's back home, Marissa is able to see him changing and following after God. If Marissa and Judah can get back the spark they once knew, they just might find love for a lifetime.

When Street Meets Jesus Anything Is Possible... Demetrius Shepherd is the only son of Don Shepherd, a notorious gangster who ruled the streets of Ohio with an iron fist. He spent many years grooming his son in their business. Loyalty to the family was expected at all cost, but when Demetrius breaks the rules and goes against the family, only God can stop the wrath of Don Shepherd. Angel Barnes always thought she would follow in the footsteps of her beloved father and become a preacher. But after her father messed up and destroyed their family, Angel wants nothing to do with the life she once knew. By the time she meets Demetrius Shepherd, Angel resembles nothing of the child she used to be. Demetrius believes that he and Angel are cut from the same cloth and he is betting on a lifetime of love with her. But Demetrius will soon discover that while the Shepherd's family business is full of gambling, stealing and killing, the Barnes' family is in the business of saving souls. Demetrius is caught between a rock and a hard place because he wants no part of either business, but for the sake of family, he and Angel will have to choose one. Angel and Demetrius were destined to be together. Not because of the unyielding love they have for one another, but because of the child who will be born with the knowledge of God and the streets. This son will proclaim the truth of God to the nations and will one day change the outlook of the Shepherd family business... but you'll have to continue reading the Family Business series to discover how this comes to be.

"In the summer of 1985, Lisa Whitaker is a church kid headed to college on a scholarship while her best friend, Dana, is floundering in the wake of her mother's latest eviction. Though Lisa tries to help, their paths diverge. Fifteen years later, Lisa has a beautiful family and is stepping into her dream job as the director for a social services organization. Everything is going right--until her future is snatched away by identity theft. Her life begins to unravel, and Lisa wants nothing more than to see the woman responsible pay for her crimes. When she was a teenager, Dana Jones always felt alone in this world. Her mother was addicted to drugs, her boyfriend was entering a life of crime, and it seemed Dana, too, was heading down the wrong path. The only bright light was her friendship with Lisa. Now, in the new millennium, Dana finally gives herself permission to dream--to believe she is stepping into better days. But when the betrayal of their friendship comes to light, it will take a lifetime to forgive the destruction that youthful summer in Bed-Stuy set in motion. In this latest story from beloved author Vanessa Miller, two girls from the Bed-Stuy neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, find that their paths have been woven together by the love of community and a friendship that is tested by time, betrayal and unforgiveness."--