Partner Violence

Aniqa is right on the edge of a living a love like no other, but there’s no such thing as a perfect love, right? No matter how much you stay in your own lane and keep your eyes on your own paper, life will find a way to knock you down and dare you to bounce back. Aniqa learns that first-hand when she tries to put Je’Marcus in her rearview, only to come face-to-face with a mother’s worst fear. Linc has just enough reach and rule to dead even the most powerful foe, but will it all be enough to end Aniqa’s nightmare? There’s a leak somewhere in the Carmichael operation, and when a ...

Just when Aniqa was ready to throw in the towel and say phuck love, Linc walks into her life and she finds herself crushing on every ounce of him—way more than she wants to admit. Never has she met a man like him, and though neither of them knows what the future holds, Aniqa is sure of one thing: Je’Marcus must go. A man always wants that old thang back, though, and when Je’Marcus makes good on his promise to love her to death, Aniqa’s locked in the fight of her life, chasing the kind of love only a boss can give. Linc is a hitta in every sense of the word, and he’ll go to war ...

These pages rescue you from an abusive relationship. When Sarah met Luis he was charming, funny, and smart. He doted on her and wanted to spend every waking moment with her. She felt seen, loved. With each day they spent together, Sarah fell deeper into his web. As their relationship progressed, Sarah realized Luis wasn’t the man she thought he was. As Luis settled into a career in law enforcement, he became more and more abusive to her and his family. Luis’s behavior began to escalate. Sarah struggled to protect herself and her children from the monster in her home. When Sarah left him...

Loyalty is what the Carmichael empire was built upon, and it’s the very thing that has everything they love in jeopardy. Aniqa has everything she ever wished for, but at a cost she never expected to pay. A ghost from her past has her looking at life and love in a new light, and it’s only a matter of time before she finds herself questioning whether loving Linc is worth the fight. Will she choose love over everything, or will she be loyal to herself in advance? Linc has proven time and time again that he’s just the cure for Aniqa’s bruised and battered heart, but when the Carmichael ...

They say love is blind. Abandoned when her mother chose the streets over motherhood, Aniqa’ is a young woman who’s had enough of no love. She loved her first love, Je’Marcus, past his flaws; even stayed loyal each time he failed to put her first. Giving her all to love him past his pain, Aniqa allows Je’Marcus to become her lifeline-her everything. But when the smoke clears and those blinders come off, Aniqa finds herself living a heart-breaking nightmare. Hoping to give her baby girl, Essence, the world, Aniqa is faced with a tough decision: move on from Je’Marcus’ abusive love...

The family court system is meant to protect domestic violence victims, yet too often, it becomes an endless labyrinth that traps them inside. Abusers weaponize our judicial system to instill their revenge, from long, drawn-out divorces and custody battles to forcing their victims to spend thousands of dollars and endless time in court. In her new book, Kaytee Gillis tells the story of those victims trying to defend themselves against the revenge of post-separation abuse while navigating that legal labyrinth. When our judicial system fails to protect victims from this abuse, they give ...

We call it domestic violence. We call it private violence. Sometimes we call it intimate terrorism. But whatever we call it, we generally do not believe it has anything at all to do with us, despite the World Health Organization deeming it a 'global epidemic'. In No Visible Bruises, journalist Rachel Louise Snyder gives context for what we don't know we're seeing. She frames this urgent and immersive account of the scale of domestic violence in our country around key stories that explode the common myths....

Evan Stark, founder of one of America's first battered women's shelters, shows how "domestic violence" is neither primarily domestic nor necessarily violent, but a pattern of controlling behaviors more akin to terrorism and hostage-taking. Drawing on court records, interviews, and FBI statistics, Stark details coercive strategies that men use to deny women their very personhood, from "beeper games" to food logs to micromanaging dress, speech, sexual activity, and work.

Part 1 of a 2-Part Series Having just left a dysfunctional marriage, Kat thought she'd found the man of her dreams in Pete. He was handsome and kind, proudly sharing details of a picture-perfect life. But, as time went on, this instant soulmate connection and his declarations of love disappeared and were replaced by a hateful and sadistic man- one who terrorized Kat for years. "Surviving a Psychopath" intimately chronicles this abusive relationship, revealing what it's like to love a psychopath, and how difficult it is to escape one. Part 2 release date 09/30/2024

Like a constant friend, this collection of meditations is a source of strength and reassurance designed to speak to women like you, women in relationships with angry and controlling men. It helps you to digest what is happening a piece at a time, so you can gain clarity, safety, and freedom.

Now in its third edition, It's My Life Now is a guide for survivors who have left an abusive relationship. It addresses - in clear, non-threatening language - various issues associated with abuse and violence, including post-relationship emotions, psychological impact, dealing with children, personal safety, legal problems, and financial security. Each chapter dismantles common myths about being in and leaving an abusive relationship and contains activities for self-exploration that survivors can complete as they navigate a new life free from abuse.

Some secrets free you. Some secrets destroy you. This time, the truth will cost everything. She thought she was in the clear, that the past was buried forever. But then it happened. A devastating truth about someone she loves comes to light, and the perfect life she’s clung to finally shatters. Tiffany has carried guilt for years, but nothing prepares her for the secret about her daughter that threatens to destroy everything—and everyone—she thought she was protecting. And Charity? She’s spent years chasing husbands that that never belonged to her while her own marriage crumbled. ...

End the cycle of abuse-for good. Authors Charlie Donaldson, Randy Flood, and Elaine Eldridge uncover a proven action plan that violent men can use to change their behavior. Filled with insightful questionnaires and actual case histories, the essential how-to book Stop Hurting the Woman You Love, will help end abusive patterns in favor of healthier, happier relationships....

You deserve respect. In this fully expanded and updated third edition of the bestselling classic, you learn why verbal abuse is more widespread than ever, and how you can deal with it. You'll get more of the answers you need to recognize abuse when it happens, respond to abusers safely and...

Statistics tell us something that's almost impossible to grapple with: it's not the stranger in the dark women should fear, but the men they fall in love with. See What You Made Me Do is not only a searing investigation, but also a dissection of how that violence can be enabled and reinforced by the judicial system we trust to protect us. It carefully dismantles the flawed logic of victim-blaming and challenges everything you thought you knew about psychological abuse and emotional abuse relationships, while shining a spotlight on domestic violence awareness and abuse awareness.

Another amazing book by the talented author, Martha Perez; Enough Is Enough What happens when you put a group of people together who have had Dysfunctional Relationships? Well, Alita Silverstone tells the story of two men, one good, the other abusive. All are wanting to live a normal life. Some will get help, while others will get lost in the twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Enough Is Enough is an extraordinary book of courage and strength and the battle it takes to endure the pain and overcome the love lost and maltreatment that has taken control of your life, ...

If you want to learn how to survive domestic violence or want to learn more information about this topic, then get Domestic Violence 101. This audiobook on domestic violence includes information on what the types of domestic violence are and who can be a victim, as well as tips regarding safety planning, how to make the best use of your support system, how to be a voice for others as a survivor, and more.

Reclaim your power, rebuild your future. Breaking Free: Financial Empowerment for Women Leaving Abusive Partners is a compassionate guide for survivors who are ready to heal financially and emotionally. Author Karla K. McNeese—a survivor, educator, and advocate—combines wisdom and practicality to help women navigate the often-overwhelming world of money after abuse. This empowering guide covers: How to create a safety-first financial plan Budgeting after crisis Rebuilding credit and banking independence Creating income through remote work, freelancing, or small business Resources for ...

Sarah's journey unfolds after her appearance on Food Network's Restaurant: Impossible, which inadvertently unveiled the years of abuse she had silently endured. "Entangled In Blue" is a gripping account that takes you through the aftermath of this revelation and Sarah's courageous navigation of the difficult terrain. Within its pages, Sarah reflects on how she found herself in this situation and shares invaluable insights into recognizing the warning signs of an abusive personality and, crucially, how to extricate oneself from such a perilous dynamic before it escalates into violence. Not ...

In June 2005, Kristin Mitchell was killed by her ex-boyfriend 20 days after her college graduation. Kristin’s family was faced with a decision: Concentrate on healing themselves - or take their experience and help others who might face a similar situation. When Dating Hurts is the detailed account of what the Mitchell family learned the hard way, beginning with a call from detectives.