A gripping narrative about the origins and spread of the Zika virus and what we can do to stay safe by New York Times science reporter Donald G. McNeil Jr.Until recently, Zika—once considered a mild disease—was hardly a cause for global panic. But as early as August 2015, doctors in northeast Brazil began to notice a trend: many mothers who had recently experienced symptoms of the Zika virus were giving birth to babies with microcephaly, a serious disorder characterized by unusually small heads and brain damage.By early 2016, Zika was making headlines as evidence mounted—and eventually confirmed—that microcephaly is caused by the virus, which can be contracted through mosquito bites or sexually transmitted.The first death on American soil, in February 2016, was confirmed in Puerto Rico in April. The first case of microcephaly in Puerto Rico was confirmed on May 13, 2016. The virus has been known to be transmitted by the Aedes... Views: 8
His business…Lance Johnson is about his business. As a self-made entrepreneur who grew up on the streets of Detroit, he has made it his mission to support and protect his city. Lance is a stubborn, bullheaded player who lost his heart long ago to a sweet chocolate and caramel beauty. When Lance realizes that there is only one woman his heart desires, his player ways are put aside…but will they come back to haunt him? Her passion…Khayla Lewis returned to her home city two years ago to open her practice focused on her passion for health. Together with Lance, she co-manages a healthy food restaurant in the city. Lance is six-foot two inches of swag on steroids and hard to resist. Khayla soon finds that only one thing is more important than the love for her city and that’s her love for Lance Johnson…but can he put away the past for a future together?
Lance and Khayla find themselves in the heat of battle against forces determined to tear them apart. Lance’s business turns deadly and Khayla’s passion is put to the test. When the King is threatened, the Queen makes the moves… Views: 8
A savagely funny, sexy crime adventure that is a biting satire on life in Mexico City. Views: 8
When he is released on parole, Stackz wants nothing more than to mind his own business and rebuild his empire. However, when he is forced to kill again, he links up with Ava, an eyewitness to the scene unfolding before the slaughter of her sister's boyfriend. Having one major thing in common—murder—the pair becomes inseparable, hoping love can conquer all. Their belief that they can live a happily-ever-after existence is soon shattered when his victim's crew wants the ultimate revenge: They want Stackz's life, and they'll take Ava's as well if she gets in the way. Ms. Michel Moore and newcomer Marlon P.S. White deliver a fast-paced street love story that will have readers rooting for Stackz and Ava. Views: 8
