{"title":"Al-Saadiq Banks","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the thought-provoking works of Al-Saadiq Banks, exploring themes of identity, society, and the African American experience. A compelling voice for contemporary readers seeking insightful narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"block-party-2-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780974061047","title":"Block Party 2","description":"Teenagers, Ahmir and Ahmad Pierson are the offspring of Newark's infamous ghetto legend Donald Cashmere Pierson. Ghetto fame and admiration have been a part of their lives for as far back as they both can remember, thanks to Cashmere. Cashmere's addiction to the fast life and the love for his two sons have always conflicted but the love his sons have for him has always been unconditional. Nothing in the world means more to them than their father whom they've always held on a pedestal. Ahmir and Ahmad's lives change drastically after they both witness a horrifying act that they'll never forget. The old cliche' is true for every action there is an opposite, but equal reaction. What becomes of two traumatized teens whose hearts are filled with vengeance? What does their future hold for them? Or do they even have a future?","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49724348006673,"sku":"CIN0974061042G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49770281238801,"sku":"CIN0974061042VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ WELL_READ \/ SBYB","offer_id":50304139067665,"sku":"CIN0974061042A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51009926693137,"sku":"NIN9780974061047","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0974061042.jpg?v=1750916497"},{"product_id":"block-party-1-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780974061016","title":"Block Party 1","description":"Cashmere has just been released from Federal Prison. After serving seven years, he has finally paid the Government the debt he owed them. Now he wants what the streets owe him. His plan is to pick up from where he left off. The only problem is, the new generation has taken over and they refuse to accept orders from the middle-aged veteran. It's seven years later, the little boys he left back home have turned into grown men. It's their turn and they're not going to sit on the sideline and watch him take over. Watch Cashmere do everything in his power to make it to the top, where he feels he truly belongs. Will he regain the crown or will he have to bow down?","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49770281402641,"sku":"CIN0974061018G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51009879376145,"sku":"NIN9780974061016","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ WELL_READ \/ SBYB","offer_id":51695592472849,"sku":"CIN0974061018A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":51855382020369,"sku":"CIN0974061018VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ LIKE_NEW \/ SBYB","offer_id":52466335580433,"sku":"CIN0974061018LN","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0974061018.jpg?v=1750885276"},{"product_id":"block-party-3-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780974061054","title":"Block Party 3","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this gripping urban crime saga, immerse yourself in the thrilling narrative of 'Block Party 3.' The story centers around The Mayor, Newark's notorious kingpin, who, even from behind prison bars, manages to push his Block Party dope stamp nationally. This lethal drug signature infiltrates city by city, state by state, from county jails to federal prisons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite his incarceration, The Mayor maintains his grip on the streets by leveraging his older brother, Dre, as his representative in the outside world. With the aid of two seasoned old-heads, Dre embarks on a mission to expand the reach of the Block Party dope stamp beyond Newark, infiltrating any city where there's a lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe narrative also sheds light on the struggles of three old-timers who, alongside Dre and The Mayor, unite in an attempt to navigate a city overrun by young gang members. The sharp contrast between generations creates a tense atmosphere. As the old-timers grapple with the younger generation's code and lingo, they find themselves embroiled in unwinnable wars, driven by their unwavering egos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis true-to-life fable spans 368 pages of suspenseful storytelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Dive into the world of 'Block Party 3' and experience the thrilling saga of the Block Party dope stamp's relentless march across the nation. Can this unlikely alliance between old-timers and kingpin succeed in confronting the new generation's reign, or will The Mayor's legacy conquer all?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49770281369873,"sku":"CIN0974061050G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ WELL_READ \/ SBYB","offer_id":50130971132177,"sku":"CIN0974061050A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50369502904593,"sku":"CIN0974061050VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51010022408465,"sku":"NIN9780974061054","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0974061050.jpg?v=1751078006"},{"product_id":"block-party-5k1-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780692533154","title":"Block Party 5k1","description":"\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the gripping world of crime, power, and vengeance with Block Party 5k1 Volume 1. This intense narrative is set in the harsh reality of Newark, revolving around the infamous Blood gang member, the Black Charles Manson, who is unexpectedly freed after serving only 15 years of a triple-life sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to Attorney Tony Austin, Manson gets a second chance at life. However, his freedom comes with a heavy price. An attack on the Mayor, who is responsible for Manson's freedom, leaves Manson feeling guilty and seeking answers. He wants to know how this attack was possible despite his efforts to protect the Mayor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnbeknownst to Manson, the hit came from the inside. If he discovers this, it could lead to the biggest bloodbath of the century. Will he ever find out? Or will he be the next target? Block Party 5k1 Volume 1 offers 298 pages of captivating storytelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49789696246033,"sku":"CIN069253315XG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50305258946833,"sku":"CIN069253315XVG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51005943152913,"sku":"NIN9780692533154","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/069253315X.jpg?v=1751042071"},{"product_id":"and-nightmares-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780997187151","title":"And Nightmares","description":null,"brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49897068986641,"sku":"CIN0997187158G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50189584466193,"sku":"CIN0997187158VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0997187158.jpg?v=1751332201"},{"product_id":"menace-ii-society-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780971702172","title":"Menace II Society","description":null,"brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50329944621329,"sku":"CIN0971702179G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ WELL_READ \/ SBYB","offer_id":51454099292433,"sku":"CIN0971702179A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0971702179.jpg?v=1750787901"},{"product_id":"strapped-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780974061061","title":"Strapped","description":"Amber Jones A.K.A Lil Bit was born with the odds totally against her. A Hard Knock Life is the best way to describe her childhood years. The verbal, physical and sexual abuse that she endured as a child built a cold brick wall around her tender heart. The death of her mother at an early age leaves her with no guidance in life and she's forced to navigate through the best way that she knows how. Her life brightens up in her teen-age years when she meets her Prince Charming, Maurice, who steps in and relieves her of all of her misery. Maurice is a cold-hearted Kingpin and leader of the drug organization known in the streets of Newark as The Federation. A strong and powerful leader he is. She learns a great deal from him. He teaches her the code of the streets, the meaning of loyalty, honor, morals and principles. Most importantly he teaches her the true meaning of love. His jealous and controlling demeanor has always been an issue but she somehow managed to live with it because of her love for him. Loving him, as easy as it may be, it's not at her best interest to do so due to the fact that he's a married man. For years she's played number two to his wife but as the years creep by she descends further and further down the list of his multiple women. Finally just as she's becoming tired of being just another one of his prizes a man that she feels truly loves her enters her life. She's stuck at the crossroads not knowing whether to continue her and Maurice's complicated love affair or to cut off their intimate ties and only retain their business affairs. The only problem with that is as much as Maurice has emphasized never mixing business with pleasure when it comes to her he has a problem practicing what he preaches. What's a girl to do? She finds herself trapped in between unconditional love and the love of money. To make a decision in the name of love could not only affect her luxurious lifestyle, it could also jeopardize her life and the life of her true love.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50333048045841,"sku":"CIN0974061069G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51009947173137,"sku":"NIN9780974061061","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":52782679032081,"sku":"CIN0974061069VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0974061069.jpg?v=1750748576"},{"product_id":"young-gunz-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780974061092","title":"Young Gunz","description":"The teen years of a person's life are the most impressionable years of their life. Most of the time what they see and or surround themselves with is what they become and Wustafa knows this which is why he chose all teen-agers to serve in his army. 40 year old Wustafa, a career criminal has been in and out of jail since the age of 11. Wustafa accepts prison as the repercussions of his mistakes. He views it as a part of the game. Quite different from most inmates who sit back wishing they were on the outside, Wustafa uses his incarceration to his advantage. He passes away his time by studying, strategizing and planning his next attacks. All of his life he's been a solo act, a one man army who has single-handedly robbed and extorted some of the wealthiest drug dealers in the city. After sitting on ice for 15 years straight, Wustafa had more than enough time to come up with a master plan. He's decided to give up his solo identity and sign on to a group; not just any group though. In this group he will be the leader. Not only does he lead, he also molds this crew of innocent teen-agers into stone cold killers. Catching these teens at such a young and naive time in their lives makes his job that much easier. He's able to take control of their minds and have them obey his every command. Wustafa understands, the stronger his leadership skills are, the stronger his army will be and the more money they will be able to obtain. The streets of Newark, New Jersey will never be the same as long as Wustafa and his Young Gunz are running wild.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50374383567121,"sku":"CIN0974061093G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50374388547857,"sku":"CIN0974061093VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51010054783249,"sku":"NIN9780974061092","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0974061093.jpg?v=1750748576"},{"product_id":"caught-em-slippin-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780974061030","title":"Caught em Slippin","description":"Miranda Benderas, born to an infamous Cuban Kingpin and his trophy wife, an African American supermodel. Miranda grew up with all the luxuries that other girls could only dream of. Her daddy proved that crime does pay but isn't there always a cost to having it all? By age 13, Miranda's father was sentenced to life in prison. Has her father given her enough to navigate the world without him? Three short years later, Miranda falls into the arms of Philadelphia's bad boy, Sha-Rock. The beautiful flower of a young woman that Miranda's father planted has turned into a weed, thanks to Sha-Rock. Halfway through their relationship, Sha-Rock is sentenced to a short prison bid. Years later, he steps back onto the scene, realizing that the game has changed. Yet he is still determined to make it back to the top at any cost. The help he needs lies in the hands of Miranda. Just how far will she go to prove her loyalty to him","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50467944071441,"sku":"CIN0974061034G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51009773535505,"sku":"NIN9780974061030","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":51416727519505,"sku":"CIN0974061034VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0974061034.jpg?v=1751299071"},{"product_id":"block-party-666-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780997187199","title":"Block Party 666","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the thrilling drama in Block Party 666 Volume 2, where Attorney Tony Austin may have just made two of the biggest mistakes of his life and his career. One of those mistakes was crossing the lines of ethical and unethical in revenge for The Mayor. The other mistake was accepting the case that mysteriously fell into his lap. This case can either solidify his legacy or end his career - and possibly his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith his legendary flair, Tony rises to the challenge, ready to stake everything to secure his place in history. Meanwhile, Skelter, Black Manson's trusted soldier, finds herself in defeat. As the cartel retaliates, the city descends into chaos, and Skelter finds herself in the midst of a bloody war that affects not just her crew, but the entire city.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHer actions have affected everyone who comes near her, even the innocent. One by one she's witnessing the Cartel take shots that count, putting many points on the board. As the city of Trenton is being burned down from war, Skelter gets the feeling that it won't be long before someone gives her up and places her in the hands of the Cartel. And because of that she now looks at everyone as the enemy the same.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50571347624209,"sku":"CIN0997187190G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51011941171473,"sku":"NIN9780997187199","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":51844870766865,"sku":"CIN0997187190VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0997187190.jpg?v=1751203252"},{"product_id":"heartless-book-al-saadiq-banks-9780997187106","title":"Heartless","description":"Angelica Storm Hill, a vicious young woman that loves the thrill of living on the edge. She knows just how to get what she wants and will do whatever it takes to get it. At a young age Storm learned the power of manipulation and mastered it. As a teenager, men worshiped her beauty and lusted for her body, which made her sure that she could have the world served to her on a silver platter; but she never saw the beauty in herself, so she never allowed herself to get caught up. Although she has the perfect sponsor to give her all she desires she still finds herself in the trenches. Storm gets dirty for hers because of the addiction to the rush. At the height of her success her violent streak catches up with her and she finds herself on the run from the law. There is no limit to what she's willing to do to retain her freedom. Heartless is a tale of a young woman too caught up in the allure of the game to see the beauty of the illustrious life she has at her fingertips. Walk with the Don of Urban Fiction as he takes you through an odyssey of the streets that only he can.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50663357808913,"sku":"CIN0997187107G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51011720380689,"sku":"NIN9780997187106","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":53136664461585,"sku":"CIN0997187107VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0997187107.jpg?v=1751364964"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/collections\/author-books-by-al-saadiq-banks.oembed","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}