A Dollar and a Dream

By La Jill HuntDwayne S. JosephCarl Weber, et al.

Book Overview

Which of us hasn't daydreamed about what we'd do if we won the lottery? "A Dollar And A Dream" brings those fantasies to hilarious, heartbreaking life in three stories by #1 national bestselling author Carl Weber and La Jill Hunt, Essence bestselling author Angel Hunter, and Cushcity.com bestselling author Dwayne S. Joseph. In "Easy Street," Carl Weber and La Jill Hunt deliver a drama-filled world of money, greed, and lies. When Paul, a wannabe player, is sent out by his neighbors to buy lottery tickets, his world is turned upside-down--and so are the lives of unsuspecting friends who may not only lose the winning tickets, but also their homes. . . "Ghetto Fabulous" is the story of a single mother with three kids from three different daddies. Money is what she needs, yet when she wins big, she's left wondering what to do. Friends and family she never knew she had are suddenly coming out of the woodwork. But where were they when she needed help? With one person designated to purchase tickets for the $180 million jackpot, six co-workers lives will be changed forever as each of them learns just how strong the pull of money can be. "One Night, Six Dreams" is a wild, shocking tale of just how far a person might go to have it all. . .. Join these unforgettable characters as they learn exactly what money can and can't buy in three fabulous, fast-paced stories of getting rich--and staying real. Includes A Teaser Chapter From Carl Weber's Upcoming Novel Player Haters

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0758207557
• ISBN13: 9780758207555
• Release Date: October 2003
• Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corporation
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

That's wild...

These stories all had the same basic theme--greed just isn't worth it. All of the characters were well crafted, the dialogue was fresh, and there was humor left and right. The first story about the neighbors was just funny, the second was inspiring but seemed really unrealistic (although the characters were cool), but the third one was so wild that it seemed very realistic. The last one stood out way for than the other two just because it had a beginning, middle, and an end whereas the first two seemed rushed to get to the end. I enjoyed this book.

Really Deserves More Than Five Stars!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This was the best book that I have ever read where all the short stories were good. Usually one story is good and the others are mediocre. It really doesn't surprise me because Carl Weber is involved. I can't really say I liked one story more than any other because they were all wonderfully entertaining. EASY STREET-If you liked Addicted by Zane you'll enjoy this story. GHETTO FABULOUS- If you enjoyed B-More Careful by Shannon Holmes you'll enjoy this story. And last but definitely not least ONE NIGHT SIX DREAMS-If you liked Shades of Jade by Gloria Mallette you will love this story. This author is going to do very well on the scene with his plot twists and turns. I salute all of these writers on a job well done.

This book has it going on

The book was well written. This book gave you four flavors with one thing in common. It had me wondering what I would do if I hit the lottery. Kudos to LaJill, Angel, Carl and Dwayne on this brilliant masterpiece. I was mad it had to end so soon but its all good!! Job Well done

Very entertaining & very real

All three stories were excellent. Carl and Jill's story had a great twist at the end. Angel's story was very heart-warming and Dwayne's story depicted the true color of money and the effect it can have on society, on any person, even you. Great writing and character building by all the authors.

Loved It!

A Dollar and Dream was off the hook....all three stories...Carls and LaJill had me smirking, Angel's had me laughing and rooting for the underdog and Dwaynes had me on the edge of my seat. Can't wait to see what Angel, LaJill and Dwayne have coming up. They are sure to be successful.