A Dollar and a Dream
A Dollar and a Dream by La Jill Hunt is a collection of three engaging stories that explore the fantasies surrounding lottery winnings. Published by Dafina Books in 2003, this edition features 217 pages in English. The narratives delve into the lives of characters who experience the dramatic and often humorous consequences of sudden wealth, revealing the complexities of money, greed, and relationships.
Readers will encounter a variety of scenarios, from a wannabe player whose lottery ticket purchase leads to unexpected turmoil, to a single mother grappling with newfound fortune and the sudden appearance of long-lost acquaintances. The stories, including “Easy Street,” “Ghetto Fabulous,” and “One Night, Six Dreams,” illustrate the diverse ways individuals react to the allure of wealth and the lessons learned about what truly matters in life. This anthology combines the talents of La Jill Hunt with other notable authors, offering a unique perspective on the impact of money through relatable and memorable characters.
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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
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