Divalicious

A teen pop star’s life offstage is full of drama and new competition in the continuation of this humorous manga series. It seems like teen pop idol Tina Young has it all! Fame, fortune, and success—but behind the scenes is a different story! Her trusted assistant, Shaquille, has been incarcerated, she’s beginning to feel manipulated by her new management company, A Few Notes, and as if that wasn’t enough for a girl to deal with, she’s about to meet Sabita, the super spicy Latin sensation, who will make Tina’s previous spats look like nothing more than pillow fights! Praise for Divalicious, Vol. 1 “A frothy, episodic ramble through the life of a self-obsessed teen pop star. . . . The chapters are short, suitable for the short-attention-spanned, but jam-packed. Those obsessed with pop and stardom will find a lot to enjoy here, as will those who only want to laugh at them. . . . It’s All About Eve for the American Idol internet generation.”—Comics Worth Reading

Angel Hart is smart, talented and driven. She's spent a lifetime looking for love in all the wrong places. Her career is her obsession. Erika Bishop is a showbiz veteran with a career built on ruthless dreams - her mother's. Faith Molaney is an overnight sensation. The beloved pet of Hollywood's most powerful elite, she's also a fan favourite. Her co-stars would kill for her success... From their forbidden pasts to the white-hot glare of the media spotlight to the bedrooms of their Hollywood homes, Angel, Erika and Faith are about to discover that fame can cost more than any of them ever dreamed...and that love can be the most shattering illusion of them all.

This hilariously charming coming-of-age story is set in the stranger-than-fiction world of modern American music, where glamor and fame can come overnight, but maturity often proves much more elusive. Young adult.

This compelling novel follows four women as they learn to balance children, estranged husbands, boyfriends, and problems at work through their faith in God. Michelle, Tonya, Mrs. Judson, and Miz Ida. African-American, white, rich, poor -- they seemingly have nothing in common. Yet every day they face the complex realities of twenty-first-century urban life as they try to balance their needs with their belief in God. Through the course of a year, these women must come to terms with the past, discover their true identities, and recognize the unexpected miracles that reveal God's all-encompassing love. These four women entertain us and invite us to join in their lives. As they welcome us, they also introduce us to the men in their lives. The men play supporting roles, adding color and zest to the lives of the Cover Girls. Bishop Jakes knows the struggles real women encounter and the losses that make it difficult to face the future. He brings compassionate insight and deep wisdom to this novel and proves that he is not only a gifted preacher, but a born storyteller.

New York City "It Girl" Troy Smith thought she'd have her ring by spring. But there's been a change in plans. . . Troy is a beautiful, successful black woman who's convinced her boyfriend, Dr. Julian James, is the man of her dreams--until he says he wants a break. Brokenhearted and confused, Troy knows there's only one thing to do: get her girls to throw her an official 3T Break Up Party! Established during their days at Hampton University, the break up party was how Troy, Tamia, and Tasha--"The 3Ts"--survived the drama of relationship bust-ups. Now it's Troy's turn to step out and party again. There's just one problem: Julian's stepping out too. . .with a new sister on his arm. So it's time to get down and dirty and put the 3T Take-Her-Man plan into action. No matter how long it takes, she is going to win back her man. A devilishly entertaining novel, Take Her Man also includes rules, regulations, and recipes for becoming a real life "It Girl". . . "A hilarious and emotional roller-coaster ride of breakups, new relationships and sisterhood." --Romantic Times "Octavia has crafted an enjoyable story that will capture the attention of readers from the very first page." --Rawsistaz Book Club

The story of 14-year-old aspiring actress Hilary Simpson. Her friends want to become famous singers, so Hilary agrees to join them in forming Divalicious! Meanwhile, her father makes a surprising return into her life after a 13-year absence, creating problems for Hilary when he asks her and her mother to move with him to another city. Hilary hates the idea and tries to put a stop to it.

A mystical alien rockstar princess meets musicians, monsters, kidnappers and more on the tour of a lifetime in this collection of manga fantasy stories. Ai, the princess of all things rock and roll is mixing it up with all your favorite TOKYOPOP original characters. Be she rocking out all night long with Ein from Midnight Opera, serenading the Rhysmyth prom crowd, or feeling the mystery beat at The Tarot Café, Ai is traveling the TOKYOPOP universe with the winds of rock beneath her wings!

Breaking up is hard to do - but sweet revenge can make all the difference! With ever-increasing numbers of single people out there dating, hearts get broken every day. But today's woman needs more than a book of soppy affirmations to get her back on her feet and feeling great. I Used to Miss Him... is full of smart tips, sarcastic stories and hilarious ways to heal after a breakup. This book provides the sort of genuine advice you'd get from your best friend, but with a "rip his head off" attitude. By supporting a girl's right to be angry with her ex, this fun guide helps her rebuild her strength and confidence after he's gone. Features edgy advice on how to: Cash in on his lifelong guilt Look sexy and feel fabulous (then run into him at a party) Make an ex-boyfriend voodoo doll Lose the guy, keep the jewelry Advertise being single Stalk responsibly to keep him on his toes Maximize post-breakup pampering I Used to Miss Him... is the ultimate breakup survival guide for today's woman!

A teen pop star’s life offstage is full of drama and new competition in the continuation of this humorous manga series. It seems like teen pop idol Tina Young has it all! Fame, fortune, and success—but behind the scenes is a different story! Her trusted assistant, Shaquille, has been incarcerated, she’s beginning to feel manipulated by her new management company, A Few Notes, and as if that wasn’t enough for a girl to deal with, she’s about to meet Sabita, the super spicy Latin sensation, who will make Tina’s previous spats look like nothing more than pillow fights! Praise for Divalicious, Vol. 1 “A frothy, episodic ramble through the life of a self-obsessed teen pop star. . . . The chapters are short, suitable for the short-attention-spanned, but jam-packed. Those obsessed with pop and stardom will find a lot to enjoy here, as will those who only want to laugh at them. . . . It’s All About Eve for the American Idol internet generation.”—Comics Worth Reading