Lost in Lombardy: Inspired by a True Story by Lorna Neligan (18 Reviews)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

He shattered her dreams. But not her spirit. It's 1990. With a leap of faith and three bulging suitcases, New Yorker Jayne Boland joins her almost-fiancé-boyfriend in Como, Italy, to start la dolce vita. That is until her stilettos step off the plane and lover boy's ti amo - I love you - chills into a frosty finito - I'm finished. Devastated by his betrayal, the gutsy twenty-four-year-old flees to the glittering fashion capital, Milan. But the killer city of trendsetters and luxury boutiques is unforgiving to a foreigner with more ambition than Italian fluency. Luckily, a chic acquaintance steers her to unfamiliar territory - and an opportunity to land her ultimate dream job. Guided by fate, humor, and an unlikely mentor, Jayne tailors her own career path on a quirky road trip through gorgeous Lombardy, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Venice and Croatia. Delve into her transformative journey where imagination, family sagas, and self-discovery are sewn together in an inspirational and entertaining quest for a second chance.

Genre: Women's Fiction

Broken Refliction: Friendship, Secrets, and Redemption: A Heartwarming and Emotional Journey Between Two Women by Liorah Nir (12 Reviews)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

In the heart of Israel, where the power of survival rules: alcohol for breakfast, rape at noon, drugs for dinner and brutal murder by moonlight. two women find themselves reunited after years of separation. One has risen from the shadows, successful and affluent, while the other is caught in the relentless grip of addiction, prostitution and homelessness. Both bear the scars of a traumatic night, as escort girls that has shaped their destinies. As the contrasting lives of these women collide, the dormant trauma resurfaces, impossible to ignore. A tale of true friendship unfolds, weaving through the streets of Tel Aviv. United by a common wound, the two women embark on a journey of healing, redemption, and profound transformation. Against the backdrop of the city's vibrant energy and the haunting shadows of their shared past, they discover the strength of their bond and the resilience within themselves. Together, they confront the demons that once threatened to consume them, rewriting the narrative of their lives in the process. This compelling tale exposes the harsh realities of women in the escort profession, who are made invisible by society, and celebrates the unconquerable spirit of female friendship. Broken Reflection invites you on a healing journey, showcasing the power of connection in overcoming difficulties -- a redemption story that will resonate with you long after the last page. A gripping, redemptive tale that will linger in your heart.

Genre: Women's Fiction

LOOSE ENDS IN YOKOHAMA: A STORY OF A MAN ON A MISSION TO MAKE PEACE WITH HIS PAST by ALEX LUND (27 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

"... an emotional powerhouse of a story." (Readers' Favorite review by K.C. Finn)Abandoned as a child. Half-Japanese, half-American. Ron Jackson is a self-made man of few words who has been through decades of hardship building up a successful bar business in Yokohama. As he finally gets ready to enjoy life in retirement, an unexpected meeting jolts his entire world. Ron decides to set out on a mission to make peace with his past, marked by ruthlessness, bitterness, and suppressed love. "Ron's journey of re-examining his life was an eye-opener. Even as the story delves into deep introspection, the narrative flowed like a serene stream of water. Every character evoked a sense of warmth in me.""At the end of the story, I was left with a deep sense of gratitude for my life's blessings."(Review by Soumya Sreehari for Readers' Favorite)

Genre: Drama & Plays

Forever Dark: Sunspots Book II by Gary Martin (14 Reviews)    Price verified 48 minutes ago

John Farrow returns in the sequel to Gary Martin's SUNSPOTS. John didn't have an ideal childhood. His parents moved from cause to cause making him feel unimportant and alone. It was impossible to have friends for any length of time. An unexpected trip turns everything on its head, and opens his eyes to new ideas and possible futures. Now, John is broken. The last six months have taken their toll. His ship, SUNSPOT II, is badly damaged and limping back to Earth. He has no idea what will happen when he gets there, and no idea of the new hell awaiting him... Forever Dark is not suitable for younger readers.

Genre: Science Fiction

Blackshot: The Hellcat Hunters: A Hard Action Adult Western by Kurt Barker (194 Reviews)    Price verified 54 minutes ago

A striking young woman stepped out into the doorway. Her strawberry blonde hair was pulled into a ponytail and she wore a flannel shirt, unbuttoned and tied in a knot beneath her generous bosom, leaving her slim, taut stomach and the wide curve of her hips bare above a pair of man's trousers with their legs rolled up around her ankles. She jabbed the nose of the shotgun toward Blackshot. "You should have kept right on riding, fella!" she snarled. When a dying con man hires Tom Blackshot, gun for hire, with his last breath to protect his wife from a gang of killers bent on revenge, Blackshot finds himself caught in a web of lies with a target on his back! With firebombing bandits and catfighting vixens hunting him down, Blackshot is caught in a deadly race where losing means death!

Genre: Men's Adventure

Anno Zombus: Year 1; January (Anno Zombus- Year 1) by Dave Rowlands (77 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Prepare for the Auspocalypse New Years Eve... The Beginning of the End... The final days of Humanity... This harrowing journal of survival will keep readers hooked right from the start, as a small group trying to stay alive at the end of everything are presented with threats from every angle...

Genre: Horror

Ingenious Dragon: A Whimsical Journey Through the Absurd by Christopher Hassan (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Hark, good reader, and lend thine ear to "The Ingenious Dragon," a tome of whimsy and merriment, where sense is vanquished and the absurd doth hold sway. Journey with Lord Mayonnaise, the valorous knight of bread-sword bearing, the Great Frog, mage of amphibious enchantments, and a Dragon, whose tongue doth speak in riddles most perplexing. Together, they embark on a fantastical quest to confront the enigmatic Slumberlord and seek the prize most coveted -- a dessert of legend, the Banana Split. In this realm, where the ordinary becometh extraordinary, thou shalt traverse enchanted lands and encounter curious denizens of the peculiar and the fantastical. From potion brewers with cauldrons bubbling to villains who autograph with quills, each encounter shall be a whimsical jape, an escapade of unpredictable delight. Guided (and oft taunted) by a sardonic narrator, whose voice doth echo from the heavens, our heroes navigate a labyrinth of the ludicrous. Yet, the journey to the Banana Split is fraught with hilarity and the unknown. Will our valiant trio prevail in their quest of the absurd, or shall they be beguiled by the charm of the comical and the eccentric? "The Ingenious Dragon" is a joyous ballad, a celebration of the boundless imaginings that dance within the mind. Whether thou art a seeker of adventure or a bard of the comical, this craftéd tale shall captivate, amuse, and remind thee that the most wondrous of journeys are those that defy reason and dwell in the realm of the nonsensical.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Southsiders - Jailhouse Rock: Jesse Garon #2 by Nigel Bird (Sea Minor) (53 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

It doesn't take long for Ray Spalding to realise that prison is nothing like an Elvis Presley movie. The warden has no intention of throwing a party and the only bands Ray encounters are gangs of hard men. When an old adversary seeks him out, Ray decides his only chance for survival is escape. Ray's son, Jesse, is discovering that being on the run in the middle of winter is no fun. With his stamina stretched to the limits, he's ready to surrender himself to social services. At least that way he can see his girlfriend again. Danny Boy is the man in the middle. He thinks he can break Ray from prison and reunite father and son. All he needs is an ambulance, a funeral, the help of some of his old friends and a big slice of good fortune. Southsiders: Jailhouse Rock takes you for an eventful ride on a Mystery Train where the destination is as likely to be the Heartbreak Hotel as the Promised Land.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Taking the High Road Box Set 5-7: Clean and Wholesome Western Historical Romance (Boxset Series: Taking The High Road Western Romance Book 2) by Morris Fenris (Changing Culture Publications) (69 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A Western romance collection readers can't put down. If you enjoy engaging characters, heart-wrenching twists and turns, and fast-paced action, then you will love this box set. Travis Yancey Travis Yancey finds himself falling hard for Rosamond (Rose) Waring, a spunky sassy girl wearing wire-framed spectacles. All the more so when, on her own, she deliberately enters the lion's den, leaving him torn between apprehending a gang of desperadoes and rescuing the woman he loves. Nathaniel Yancey Nathaniel Yancey has eyes for Caroline Winthrop, eldest daughter of The Little Chapel's former minister. Except that she has been keeping company with a well-to-do banker, and is on her way to a formal engagement. All seems fair in love and war, and Nathaniel is resigned to losing the love of his life. Then something unexpected happens. Benton Yancey Benton Yancey is captivated by a lovely young lady, Jessamine Lassiter. Intelligent and charming, she seems to return his interest. Until outside affairs interfere. ???Unlock the romance and suspense in all three stories -- start reading this tantalizing historical western collection today.???

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

The Leftovers Club: Book Two: Bee's Story by Yazhen "Bowie" Feng Price verified 49 minutes ago

Can four determined women succeed in New York while managing love, careers, and their mothers' plans for marriage? Dive into the glamorous world of Manhattan in this dazzling sequel of "The Leftovers Club" series, a blend of "Crazy Rich Asians" charm and the urbanity of "Sex in the City." Witness the enchanting saga of four spirited young women, united as roommates and best friends, navigating the high-stakes world of New York City. At the same time, their tiger moms orchestrate matrimonial plans in the background. In this captivating second installment, we follow the winter adventures of Bee, a fashion-forward dreamer with ambitions larger than the skyscrapers of Manhattan. Torn between the demands of her family's knock-off fashion factory and her haute couture aspirations, Bee's life takes a thrilling turn-she competes in an international TV contest. This is her golden opportunity to prove her worth in the fashion world and to her demanding parents, who are set on seeing her married. But Bee's journey is more than just sequins and spotlights. It's a story of love, ambition, and self-discovery, entangled with the complexities of family expectations and romantic entanglements. As she battles to reconcile her parents' wishes with her dreams, Bee's deepening relationship with her beautiful lover adds another layer to her tumultuous life. Will the TV contest be her ticket to professional acclaim, or will it leave her more lost than ever? "The Leftovers Club: Bee's Story" is a heartwarming narrative of friendship, resilience, and the power of dreams. It's a must-read for anyone who's ever dared to dream big in the big city. Join Bee and her friends in their enthralling exploration of fashion, passion, and finding one's true path in the world's most dynamic metropolis. Get your copy now and be a part of their unforgettable adventure!

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Guitarist's Girlfriend by Michael J. Vaughn (55 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

"Spinal Tap for cover bands!" When Arie leaves her band, Slow Children, for bigger stages, her boyfriend Kev is left to deal with Casey, the dreaded Guitarist's Girlfriend, whose mediocre vocals threaten to chase away their hard-won following. He finds solace with the neglected married lady next door, but then Arie returns from her tour, so traumatized by some backstage event that she wanders the house for hours, maniacally singing. A comic and unexpectedly profound novel from a musical insider.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Leluna: The Queen Of Nocturna by Jessica Balko (35 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A high fantasy novel, with a mix of romance, and an explosion of magickal feminine empowerment. In a land of mystical power, Queen Leluna mourns the death of her husband. She fights the urge to kill the men pounding on her door as they scream for her to crown the next King. Though she is a powerful, magical woman, she must follow the laws of the land. Leluna is forced to hold the "Royal Games," where her suitors are thrown into a competition of strength, warrior skills, intelligence, and ability. The small group of men who make it through the trials must then prove to Leluna they are the right King to be at her side. Through her struggles to find love, Leluna is also battling her inner darkness. She is cursed with pain she must heal through her spirituality and connection to her inner Goddess. While each man gets his chance to show the Queen what life would offer if he were to be crowned, Leluna works with her guides, intense magical spells, and her ancestral powers to see what they would truly offer her. The magic of her ancestors is strong within her blood, but will it be enough to help her make the right choice? Will she choose a man who is perfectly fit for King, or a man who makes her heart explode with desire? "The creatures that she describes and the place where the story is set is beautiful and captivating. This book had one twist after another which kept me on my toes. It was totally engaging. I can't wait for book 2!" anonymous review. "Loved it, and was totally hooked from the beginning. It's inspiring to see such a strong female character who owns everything that makes her unique and strong. The ending left me so excited for the sequel!"- Mother of Monsters Book 2- Lost Love Book 3- Light Legacy

Genre: Action & Adventure

Unseen Love by Nancy Kimball (184 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

In the shadows of pagan Rome, Laelia Ricarri's recent blindness destroys her hopes of a betrothal to escape her abusive father. For Drusus, his new mistress is more capable, and beautiful, than she knows. As Drusus reawakens Laelia's inner strength, his patient encouragement is awakening her heart. She's learning to trust, as Drusus must also learn to trust in his God. But his newfound faith has made him an enemy of Rome, and a former friend turned rival threatens to ensnare Laelia in his sinister plan for them both. When the indiscriminate tide of tragedy sweeps through Rome, Drusus and Laelia will have to put their faith in each other to survive. Even if that means being parted forever.

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

All in my Head: A New Adult College Comedy Romance by Kristen James (467 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

She was a happy bookworm, hanging with her friends in college. Then they went snowboarding and she hit her head. Now she hears this bossy male voice talking to her. Avery Waldorf wakes up from a concussion to find a voice inside her head -- an adventurous male voice belonging to Marcus, who doesn't know where he came from, but has an opinion on everything about her life. She just wants to work on her screenplay, go to her writing classes and flirt with the guy of her dreams, Nash, who is finally noticing her. Marcus wants to get up at dawn, run, snowboard, and basically take over her life, and even her body at times. He thinks she's freaking hot and does not like Nash touching her. Marcus may be smart, talented at snowboarding, drawing and playing the guitar, but he's not real! When she needs help, she has to call Nash. She can't tell anyone about Marcus without sounding like she's crazy. Meanwhile Marcus doesn't know where he'll go if he leaves her mind. Does he need her help? Could he have a body out there waiting for him? More oddly, could she fall for a voice? Find out! Get your copy today. He's sexy as hell, but he's just a voice... Teaser: Then, mid-class, I realized that instead of paying attention, I was looking down at my notepad, sketching instead of taking notes or even trying to listen. It took a few slow seconds for me to see that I was drawing myself. And I don't draw. I stared in horror like it was a dead rat. Holeeee hell. Really, I can't draw at all, and this was pretty good. Really good. I mean, it looked like me, even with expression. Marcus, is that you drawing? Oh... sorry. Bored out of my mind. You're good. Wow, is that a... what do you call that? Oh, a compliment. I scanned the few people around me who could see my desk. No one was looking my way. How do you know what I look like when you're on the inside, looking out? I've seen you in the mirror. He got all this from a few glances in the mirror? Marcus had a fine memory. You ...

Genre: Romance

Backdoor Revenge: Roleplay stretches Emily by PB Rider (5 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

I found out that my girlfriend, Emily, had cheated on me with two guys at a party. The question was: would I just take it, or would I get revenge? An explicit story that some readers may find offensive, so I recommend getting the sample before making a purchase.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Fighter: A Bad Boy College Romance by Anna Ray (225 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

True love sounds great until it shows up on your doorstep wrapped in a warning label. When Tristan walks back into my life, he's not the childhood friend I remember. He's harder, dangerous, angry. But he's gentle with me. And he wants to know why I gave up my dreams of being an artist. An underground fighter with a track record of leaving is the worst person I could fall for. But he keeps showing up at my door, telling me that my paintings are amazing and I'm even better. My head says, "No," but my heart says, "Yes." He thrives on violence. I'm desperate for security. He's angry and lost. I know exactly what I want, if only I dared reach for it. He's on a dark, self-destructive spiral. I've already lost one person. I refuse to do it again. Wonderfully written and delivered with remarkable love! I adored it. - Elsie, booksprout Will the passion they've found together burn out in the light of day? Or can they change enough to find real happiness?

Genre: Romance

Playing Series: Books 1-3 by Olivia Sherwood (8 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Playing to Win Spunky, quick-witted twenty-one-year-old Callie Thompson is a University of Oklahoma journalism student by day and NBA Oklahoma City Thunder dancer by night. Callie hopes her connections with the franchise might get her foot in the door for a sports broadcasting job when she graduates. She just has one rule... never date the players... Kyle Kelly is the deadly handsome and charmingly Southern Thunder man of the hour. All the twenty-six-year-old is looking for is an NBA championship to call his own. However, an unexpected meeting with an opinionated, feisty Callie, who is very unimpressed with his celebrity status, throws a wrench in his plans. Now he has two things on his mind... winning her heart AND the championship. Playing for Love Cassie Randall has a secret that haunts her every day. A secret that makes trusting a man an impossibility. She wants nothing more than to live a quiet, simple life as a teacher with those she calls family. Jamal Jenkins, the starting point guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, just wants to live his life out of the limelight with the people he loves most. Even though he's portrayed as a stereotypical professional athlete and ladies' man... Cassie and Jamal are paired to walk together at their best friends' wedding. Jamal is shocked the bookworm Cassie doesn't recognize his celebrity status. Cassie is surprised someone as famous as Jamal is capable of such depth. Can Jamal help Cassie believe that he can be trusted, or will she continue to believe that all men are like the one she fears most? Playing for Keeps To her friends and family, Aria Cook is a sassy, foul-mouthed, not-a-care-in-the-world woman. She dances for the Oklahoma City Thunder and tends bar at her father's trendy downtown bar, A Shot of Whiskey. What her friends and family don't know, however, is Aria's running from a past she can't escape no matter how hard she tries... Trevin Anderson is a love 'em and leave 'em kind of guy. He knows most ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Gonzagini: An Original Screenplay by Donald Jans (Sheabeau Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

An American college student studying abroad in Italy, runs afoul of Middle Eastern terrorists. An original comedic screenplay, written before 9/11 that pokes fun at how clueless Americans are of the fact the Middle East hates Americans, and also pokes fun at the terrorists for being so uninformed to think we even know who they are. Terrorism for dummies. An original screenplay.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Man of the Month Club SEASON 3 - July, August, and September: A Spicy Trio of Second Chance, Single Parent, Age Gap, and Opposites Attract ... by Callie Love (More Happily Ever Afters) (78 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Sparks fly as a hit matchmaking app brings unlikely couples together! Will the Man of the Month Club ever fail? Discover a full season of passionate romances in this collection of scorching stories. JULY: Charity and Garrett have been drawn to each other since they met in elementary school, but life keeps tearing them apart. They are each nursing a severely broken heart caused by the other. Will they have the strength to try one more time? AUGUST: Divorced single mom, Jillian, no longer believes in love. That's less than ideal for a wedding planner. But one wild night with a boy-toy firefighter is about to turn her world upside down. When Jillian and Riggins are matched, their chemistry is explosive. Their romance burns hot and fast, but can they fan the flames into lasting love? SEPTEMBER: Single mom, Marietta, has plenty of reasons not to trust men. A virtual romantic relationship is as far as she's willing to go. Can this month's bachelor, Chance, convince her that real-life love is worth the risk? Meet three lucky couples the app chooses in this hot collection of second chance, single parent, reverse age gap, and opposites attract matchmaker romances. These three romances are spicy novellas featuring sexy heroes, curvy heroines, seductive instalove, sizzling bedroom scenes, and satisfying happily-ever-after endings. Binge-read Man of the Month Club SEASON 3 now and enjoy three perfectly-portioned tastes of steamy romance to satisfy your craving.

Genre: Romance

Separation: A Voyage of the Soul by John Joe Newbert (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Separation is a story of the beginning and how we fell into darkness. Why are we here on earth? What happened to us? Why does this world so often not make sense? Recent advances in quantum physics have brought us new perspectives on the physical universe we thought we knew which are echoed in the ideas handed down to us from the ancient mystery schools of Egypt and Greece. Separation gathers up the threads of both ancient and modern ideas and weaves them into a poetic story of light and dark, of love and fear. It is a story about the journey of the soul that reflects the fragmented nature of our minds yet concludes with a deeply profound answer to the question we all ask: why am I here?

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Sunspots by Gary Martin (70 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Bored, lazy, and slightly incompetent; John Farrow is an unlikely hero. He works as a shift manager on Sunspot 2, a battered old spaceship that takes the Earth's rubbish, and dumps it in the Sun's corona. John's limited skills are put to the test when he wakes up on a routine voyage to find half the crew missing, and the ship at a standstill. A situation made more irritating as he's not supposed to be there. Now that everything has gone wrong, John realises how completely out of his depth he is. The remaining crew don't trust him as a leader, but he knows he has to get them working together if they have any chance of survival against an unknown threat... Sunspots is not suitable for younger readers. 'Writing from a first-person perspective allows for the sort of sharp writing that makes this book shine. The dialogue is colloquial and fast-paced, packed with frustration and foul mouths, but it energizes the story. A unique and entertaining novel." Self-Publishing Review, 4 Stars 'Sunspots is a well-crafted story that keeps the reader fully engaged and curious to know more.' - Onlinebookclub.org 'A dark and suspenseful tale set in the confines of a garbage scow in space, SUNSPOTS is an intense and intelligent thriller.' - IndieReader.com

Genre: Science Fiction

Sugar and Spice (A Short Clean Comedy) by Raine Fitzgerald (69 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

What could be easier than blogging for your teenage daughter? Life was crazy enough, with running a construction company and raising three daughters. But Hank's plate was about to overflow when his sixteen-year-old daughter, Sarah, comes down with mono. His wife, Clara, busy with her own career, ropes Hank into moonlighting for Sarah's blog, Sugar and Spice. It's a task any middle-aged man would run from with both feet tearing up the ground. To make his life a little easier, Hank gets his best friend, Phil, to help him with the blog posts. Between posting about first dates and self-esteem issues, to waxing and fake eyelashes, Hank and Phil explore firsthand what life as a teenage girl feels like. But can Hank and Phil survive blogging? Or will the concerns and fears of teenage girls prove too much for these manly men. This light-hearted novella makes for a quick and fun read.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Milo and Meg are Solid by Peter Wick (Azzurri Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

13 year-old Milo, and his 12 year-old sister Meg, have discovered something strange in their hometown of August. They have discovered a strange world called Icarus where, instead of solid people, they become pencil drawings. The landscape around them is a watercolor painting. When they begin meeting new friends in this world, like the Nanette and her son Wolf, these friends have questions; what is happening to them? Why are some of them being erased? Who is The Artist who has created them? Does The Artist understand that the people he (or is it 'she'?) draws "think and feel" just like everyone else? Nanette hopes Milo and Meg can answer some of these questions, since they come from 'the solid world.' Join Milo and Meg as they try to solve the many mysteries surrounding the strange world of Icarus.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

In The Beginning There Were Unlikable Characters by Maria Ann Germain (M.A. Green, Maria Ann Germain) (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

What do all your favorite characters have in common; if it's that they're unlikable, then you're in the right place! Unlikable characters are the best to love, the favorite to root for, and the fictional people who are the most interesting. They do the things we secretly wish we could in our real lives. They speak up and stand strong for what they believe, even if it's firmly in the morally gray area of belief. Unlikable characters make life better, and this collection of short stories focuses entirely on them. If you loved The Darkness Series there are stories in here for you that connect between each book, and deleted scenes. If you love the I Would Never Companion Series, this has a new piece for you too. They all share something in common - they center around your favorite unlikable characters written by Maria. Everything included in this collection of short stories is related to full-length published works by Maria and all her pen names: Maria Ann Germain, M.A. Green, and Maria Ann Green. This means they contain spoilers for many of these works, so don't read this first unless you like spoiling future plots. *Content Warning: cheating, sexual content, violence, and language*

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Winds of Desolation (The Sea Mage Cycle) by Joe Vasicek (8 Reviews)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

Shipwrecked on a hostile shore, the only way out is to harness the power within. All Alex ever wanted was to be a sea mage like his father. But though he is gifted with magic, the wind and the waves refuse to answer his call. So when a storm arises and shipwrecks his crew on the barren shores of the Lands of Desolation, it appears that their only option is to walk out. But the Lands of Desolation are no place for lost sailors. Once the seat of a mighty sea-faring empire, the ruins of the land harbor secrets -- and dangers -- darker than the depths of the deepest sea. And one of the crew's passengers, a mysterious young woman with magical gifts of her own, knows more about this cursed land than she lets on. To save his crew, Alex must unravel the dark mysteries of this forsaken land, discovering the connection between it and his own latent powers. But will Alex master the magic within him before the curse upon the land consumes them all?

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Romance: The Award: Football Bad Boy Romance, Baby For The Billionaire, College Sports Romance (Billionaire Bad Boys Club Series Book 3) by S. M. Kingdom (Good Romance Books) (39 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Can there be love between an award-winning TV anchorwoman and a billionaire bad boy football star? The wait is over! Come read the final extra hot and sexy episode of The Anchor romance trilogies! Alex Morgan had finished her college degree and landed a job in her hometown of Nashville. David Castle became the newest member of the Tennessee Titans football team, and the two of them picked up where they had left off four years ago. Alex feels that this time things would be different until she finds a woman on David's threshold claiming the baby in the carrier belongs to David. Alex's world comes crumbling down around her, making her to do things she would not normally do otherwise. David had no idea what Alex had been going through since finding out about the baby. He had no idea that Alex would go as far as she did when she felt she had lost him. Would the two of them be able to put their differences behind them and build on a future? Will there be a happy ending? The Award is is written for mature adults and is Book 3 of the Billionaire Bad Boys Club Trilogy Series. Free Bonus Book Included Inside - Hockey Wives Power Play (Billionaire Bachelors Romance)! WARNING: This book contains mature themes and is Intended for 18+ readers only. Scroll to the top and click BUY to purchase 'The Award' now!

Genre: Romance

Loving Jesse: A Forbidden Love Romance (Forbidden Series Book 1) by Andrea Smith (317 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

(Previously published as "Sins of September") Book 1,"Forbidden Series When is love wrong? Jesse Ryan has always been the love of my life, from as far back as I can remember. But time, distance and circumstances beyond my control separated the two of us for many years. Now things have changed. Because you see now I'm a grown woman, and it's time that Jesse sees that for himself. But will he see me as anything other than the child I was when we last saw one another? It's up to me to make sure that he does. Look out Jesse Ryan. September is back! ADULT CONTENT

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Prince Charming & The Tailor by Andrew David James Price verified 5 hours ago

As the Prince, Percy and Red Riding Hood head towards the Castle of the Evil Queen, the latter employs the mysterious Tailor to create a whole new wardrobe for Dick Whittington. Meanwhile the rumours about the heroic might of the Tailor seem a little suspicious.

Genre: Short Stories

Prompted, Issue 03: Reedsy's short story review (Prompted Magazine Book 3) by Reedsy Ltd Price verified 2 hours ago

Could you write, edit, and submit a prize-winning short story in 168 hours? Pick up this issue of PROMPTED and discover what's possible when writers face a deadline armed only with their talent, craft... and a writing prompt. Write a story about two characters who like each other but don't get a happily-ever-after. Write about a character who breaks free from a tradition to create a new one. Write a story about someone trying to raise the dead. Each story is inspired by a one-sentence prompt and written in a single week -- demonstrating the power of inspiration and the places our imagination can take us with the slightest nudge. Featuring winning works from the world's most popular weekly short story contest and guest edited by Martha Sprackland (founding editor of independent publishing house Offord Road Books and of the multilingual arts zine La Errante), PROMPTED is a new literary magazine from Reedsy. In this issue: Pari Ghodsi's LILIES ? Paul Crehan's WHO ARE WE TO JUDGE THE MUSIC OF AN OCTOPUS? ? Wendy Markel's LAST OF THE BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS ? Old Adder's DO FLAMETHROWERS BELONG IN THE LIBRARY? ? Ian E. Gonzales' THAT ALL-IMPORTANT FIRST SCENE ? Parul Desai Shah's SHAMELESS ? Lindsay Flock's THE WALK ? Victoria Macleod's EMMA ? Danny M. Grimes' FAE-TOUCHED ? Bay Colt's CLEARANCE AISLE LIBATIONS ? AnneMarie Miles' CERULEAN ? Olivier Breuleux's THE DAY ALFRED GOOGLED HIMSELF ? Peter Elliott's THE WINTERS OF MY DISCONTENT

Genre: Short Stories

Hits to the Dome: The Chronicles of a Small Town Volume 1: Parts 1-6 by Selby Wost (4 Reviews)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

Worcester, New Hampshire, is a cesspool. It used to be a nice town until a wave of wealthy and clueless liberals took charge. Rome, Dakota, Richie, and Donny are four 14-year-old-boys who have to live in this collapsing hellscape, and they hate it. Everywhere they turn, there's a bum shooting up or taking a dump. Stoned hippies walk down the street with an aura of arrogance and self-satisfaction. At school, their commie teachers no longer bother with teaching actual subjects. Instead, all they do is praise themselves for their activism and force their viewpoints on their students. It seems like the four friends can't even walk home without some random demonstration blocking their way. They devise various plots to act out against the lunacy, setting them at odds with both the cops and the new-age Marxist regime. In a world full of parents, police, protesters, and pedophiles, the four friends are desperately trying to get by. The perils are numerous -- diversity festivals, molestation shacks, stoned elderly drivers listening to NPR, bum fights, shanty towns, and drug-addicted vagrants are all commonplace -- but our valiant heroes will fight to the last man.

Genre: Foreign Languages

Expectations - The Andersen Saga: Clean and Wholesome Womens Fiction. (The Andersens Book 11) by Jacie Middlemann (15 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Chris has always been a dreamer... happy to spend him time drawing with pen and pencil, pastels... even crayons. Adam has always been the pragmatic one... intent on his studies and long term goals. Yet no two brothers could be closer despite their many differences... Expectations is the eleventh novella in the ongoing story of the Andersen family. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It's only been months since her death and the four children she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she's gone. Disappointments she kept to herself are coming to light. And the grandchildren she adored are struggling for answers not easily found. Adam Andersen has had his future plotted out for him almost from the day he was born. Now he is faced with the realization that the future others have set him on the path for isn't the one he wants. Worse, he's uncertain about what it is he does wants. As he looks out over the lake he wonders if here in the seemingly middle of nowhere he might find the answers that have so far eluded him. Chris Andersen is the living image of his father. But unlike his Dad... and his brother, he has always looked at life as an adventure and the unknowns just around the corner as an unexpected challenge to be explored. Also in contrast to his brother his thoughts have little to do with his future. But during the unexpected visit to their aunt his future seems unexpectedly mapped out for him... if it's what he wants. Who could have known that the years spent drawing and doodling with whatever was at hand... pens, pencils, charcoal, pastels... could lead to something more? Patrick Andersen needed to talk with his youngest sister. He wasn't going to do it over the phone or any of the other more convenient means. He wanted to see her reaction when he told her what he'd found and the conclusions he'd drawn from it. That meant another trip to where she'd ...

Genre: Short Stories

The Mad Ones: Volume 2 by M. E. Brow (5 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

In the second volume of M. E. Brow's horror anthology the madness consumes an unstable therapist, a tormented hunchback, and a vengeful mistress.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

RUNE (Episode I: Awareness) by J.H. Glaze (62 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

In the first moments after midnight on his birthday, Jacob Rune experienced physical changes he doesn't understand. Since then, it seems like every demon-possessed scumbag in the city is trying to kill him. His only hope is locked away in a safe deposit box at a bank across town. He must survive until morning to have any chance of discovering the truth about who he is, and why this is happening to him. It's going to be a very long night for Jake. In this new action packed thriller series, horror author JH Glaze takes his readers on an adventure that will keep them on the edge of their seat as it hurtles toward its electrifying conclusion.

Genre: Horror

Hucow: CEO's New Pet by Ava Lear (28 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Penny is thrumming with excitement to become the CEO's new plaything. But rough, dominant Mr. Sawyer isn't pleased with what Penny has to offer. The only solution? Transforming Penny into the submissive hucow the billionaire CEO craves. Soon, Penny is brimming with milk -- and eager to comply with Mr. Sawyer's orders. Can Penny earn her milking? Or will being passed around the office stretch her to her limit?

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Rockfeller (Portuguese Edition) by Alexandre Apolca (Nova Paris) (74 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Beto Rockfeller, que possui uma leve versão da síndrome da mão alheia, sonha em fazer sucesso com sua banda de rock. Após ser preso injustamente em um protesto na Avenida Paulista, é liberado e orientado a deixar São Paulo. Ele e sua desconhecida banda -- cujos integrantes são: Yakult, Gringo e Santiago dos Santos -- decidem se mudar para a mística São Thomé das Letras, a Machu Picchu brasileira. É exatamente nessa aconchegante cidadezinha mineira que começa uma trama estonteante e dinâmica -- repleta de aventuras, romances, crimes e mistérios. Rockfeller se envolve com Anita Andrade, a namorada de um dos seus amigos. Esse triângulo amoroso é surpreendido com a súbita aparição de uma terrível enfermidade. Ele, desconcertado, se vê diante de uma difícil decisão, que mexe brutalmente com seus princípios morais e o pior, Rock pagará caro por sua indigesta decisão, seja ela qual for. Além disso, é obrigado a conviver com seus fantasmas, desilusões e psicoses e ainda tem de se acostumar com um enigmático corvo que o persegue. No entanto, após muito tempo, Rockfeller consegue uma segunda chance de ser feliz no Rio de Janeiro, as suas desventuras e psicoses ressurgem, e isso pode levá-lo a uma irreparável situação em que nem tudo que se vê pode ser real...

Genre: Foreign Languages

The Elizabeth West Mysteries by Amthony E ThorogoodMurder most foul comes to the north of England (21 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

On the floor of an old Mansion the body there is: a young girl killed by a poisoned dart. In a village in the mountains: A teacher dies from eating poisonous mushrooms. In an old mill town: A young man, with connections to China Town, is found dead in his flat! Three dark & daunting mysteries for Police Constable Elizabeth West to solve. Can she do it when she is lumbered with a plodding police investigation.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Goats of Rye Grass Hill by Joe Don Roggins (223 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The Goat of Rye Grass Hill In a word, this book is about honor. Summer of '65. Kids. Baseball. Young Love. Mysteries. Wildfires. A Monster. A Miracle. A Call to Arms. So much of life comes down to faith.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Uber by John Robinson (7 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Uber. So we've come to the end of a long journey. From age 23 under the bridge, over to Africa and back a few times. And I've made friends. Literally hundreds of them. I'm a musician, a martial artist, a gamer, a father, a friend and an author. But none of that matters. When the police come to get you, there is no running away. Use your card in the machine, and it will swallow it, then when you go in you will find they hold you until the feds come. One beat later, and you will find yourself held up in the police cell, with no laces in your shoes and limited to a single plastic cup of water every hour, if that. So what do you do? You do your time, and promise never to break the law again. And if you can stay out of trouble. Hopefully you will be alright. Just pay your taxes, child support, try not to hurt yourself, and hopefully you will turn out alright. Some people believe in fate, other's God still other's human destiny. I'm not sure what I believe. When every thing is going well, it's easy to stay happy. And when bad, it's easy to blame others. We need to try and take responsibility for our own actions, but also help our brothers and sisters, when the situation may avail.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Prince Charming & The Babes In The Wood by Andrew David James (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

As the war rages in the realm, the Prince and his group are forced to crash land the Dragon in a mysterious forest. It's not long before they meet the Babes In The Wood who are now feral adolescents who have an axe to grind with the Prince.

Genre: Humor & Entertainment

Noah: Army Ranger Romance Book One (A Clean Army Ranger Romance 1) by Bree Livingston (1,131 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

*previoously titled The Ranger's Chance He's assigned to get close to her. She's an unwitting pawn. When a notorious human trafficker is set free on a technicality, undercover agent Noah Wolf sets his sights on the cybersecurity expert working for the crime ring. While Mia Milan has a clean record, the inside knowledge she is in possession of could be enough to put her boss permanently behind bars. It's up to Noah to get close to her and convince her to turn state's evidence. Yet the more he learns about the beautiful tech genius the more dangerous the case becomes. Mia Milan was checking items off bucket list as she drove to Miami after being hired to install security software. Now, she's caught between her client's seedy empire and the man desperate to stop human trafficking. Will the lies destroy any chance for a future? Or will truth prove strong enough to weather the deception?

Genre: Literature & Fiction

GWOP GANG: Shauntay's Self-Made Love Story by Akasha Reeder (45 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

"Shauntay's Self-Made Love Story" Shauntay Hernandez's mind has been made up since childhood -- she wants to be a Bay Area crime boss. She doesn't have an empire to run until she meets Malcolm Graham, a vicious gang leader from San Francisco, California. But problems soon arise. Malcolm's sister, Assata Wun, has other plans for her brother that don't involve Shauntay. And when federal indictments lead to handcuffs and jail time, friends and loved ones start pointing fingers. After surviving fights, shootouts and life on the run, incarceration, rape, and the birth of her first son, the question still remains: Will the San Francisco "terrorist" known as Shauntay Hernandez stick by her longtime bae Malcolm Graham's side? Or will a new, bigger crime boss from across the border, Alejandro Gusman, come through in her time of need and steal her heart?

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Locked Up, Dressed Up: First Time Chastity Feminization: 3 Story Collection by Lexi Brookes (21 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Inexperienced college guys are dressed up, caged, and transformed into jaw-dropping sissies in this three-story collection. Each story promises the tantalizing tease-and-denial scenes you love from Lexi Brookes, along with more rough and raw action than you can handle. Click "Look Inside" to see the stories included in this over the top erotic bundle.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Lifting the Curse, Volume I: Guardian of the Magick by Konstantine Price verified 49 minutes ago

December 2023, the true beginning of the long-awaited Aquarian Age. As the world recovers from the devastating Final War, human freedoms continue to erode in the name of safety and security, casting a dark, totalitarian shadow across the Earth. Meanwhile, NYU graduate, John Casey, an expert occultist and conspiracy theorist, learns he may be the Slayer of the Serpent, a powerful magician said to appear at the End of the Age and free humanity from bondage. Forces beyond his control soon thrust him into a life-and-death struggle with the ancient cabal of black magicians that started the war: the Illuminati! John and his new allies only have a few hours to stop the Cabal from completing the Great Work of the Ages and ushering in their Dark Luciferian New World Order, which will turn Earth into a prison planet for all time...

Genre: Action & Adventure

The Dying of Ed Mees: A Novella on Dying by Linda A Lavid (10 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Dear Reader, I'm channeling a character. It's what I do. I'm a writer, who sits and stares, waiting for sparks of inspiration to break surface into a coherent thought. The key is to allow, never force, because divine guidance, at first, is fragile -- a translucent veil, a distant echo -- such that the moment one reaches and grabs, it is no longer. But I've learned a trick. I simply start writing... His name is Ed Mees. He's dying. He doesn't want to tell his story, but I'm here nevertheless. To write down what he says, to interpret what he means, to listen, to hold him if necessary. Although, I'm hoping it won't be necessary. Chin up, I say to myself, to him. I just want to document what he's thinking, how he's feeling. I want to learn something so when my time comes I'll be ready. Or readier. Or not so afraid. And so begins The Dying of Ed Mees.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Running from Cupid by Bo Grant (5 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Looking for a whirlwind romance with suspense, a dead body, and nonstop laughter? (Talk about three things you never thought could go together) This is the book for you! Meeting a man who truly gets her has the makings of a GREAT romance. That is, as long as Kristen doesn't get him killed or arrested before the weekend is up. Kristen was headed to the biggest payday of her life when she woke up to find herself stranded on some beach in the middle of nowhere. All she has to do is sit tight until her boss can come collect her. The only problem is her big payday isn't exactly legal, and Allen, the attractive stranger kind enough to give her a place to stay, might be on to her. From the author who brought us Crazy Rich China, will Kristen find that some things are better than money or will her past catch up with her in this hilarious new romance?

Genre: Romance

The Amish Bachelor: Amish Romance (Seven Amish Bachelors Book 1) by Samantha Price (1,596 Review)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

Isaac Fuller's life was mapped out and nearly set in stone, or so he thought. On the cusp of committing to Mary Lou, everything changes with the arrival of Hazel Bauer. Employed by his father, Hazel brings a whirlwind of questions and emotions Isaac never anticipated. In the heart of an Amish community, where tradition and duty run deep, Isaac finds himself torn between the expectations of his family and the stirrings of his heart. As Hazel's mysterious allure challenges Isaac's long-held plans, he faces a decision that could alter the course of his life. Will Isaac yield to the pressures of tradition, or will the unexpected feelings for Hazel lead him down a path less traveled?

Genre: Romance

ROYAL ROMANCE: A Royal Renewal (Letters from a Prince Book 3) by Victoria Hart (Maplewood Publishing) (12 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

A princess like no other... This sweet, clean, and wholesome royal romance story will make your heart melt and keep you reading from the first to the last page. Download FREE with Kindle Unlimited Cassandra might be a little introverted, but otherwise, she's a basic American teenager. Except she's not actually American, or basic. Cassandra is the daughter of Isabelle and Nikolas... and niece of Queen Sonia of Heledia. And yes, she is the heir to the throne. So, when Cassandra graduates from her Washington high school, she doesn't go to an ivy league college. She boards a plane to Heledia, where she will attend university and learn her role as Princess Casandra. But it's not quite what she expected. There is unrest in the country, and a faction of rebels is dedicated to removing the monarchy. It's a bit of a shock to Cassandra to realize what that means to her personally. She's not alone, though. A handsome young man named Carlo befriends her, and she comes to rely on him. Well, that's until she finds out about his past... Can Cassandra learn to trust again? Should she give her heart elsewhere? Can she work with Carlo to end the threat to her family, her people and save her own life? Read on your favorite devices such as Kindle, iPhone, iPad, Android cellular phone, tablet, laptop, or computer with Amazon's free reading Kindle App. Scroll back up and click the BUY NOW button at the top right side of this page for an immediate download!

Genre: Mythology & Folk Tales

Irresistible Book One & Two: Special Edition by Mia Cardine (27 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"All Laura wanted was to get away, but she never expected to find herself quite so lost... " This is the first two books in the 'Irresistible' Series. Laura isn't sure how to cope when her long time boyfriend breaks up with her, so she heads to the country to see an old friend. But what starts out as a girls weekend getaway quickly turns into a bar scene, where Laura meets a dark and mysterious stranger. Although she's had one or two one night flings, what happens with this cowboy is unlike anything that she's ever experienced. And as wonderful as it is to be living in her own little romantic world, there's a horrible surprise waiting for her at the end of the road. This book contains descriptions of romantic activity that are sure to leave you hot and breathless.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Aundy: A Sweet Western Historical Romance (Pendleton Petticoats Book 1) by Shanna Hatfield (Wholesome Hearts Publishing) (2,826 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

He's the sunshine in her cloudy days. She's the light that brightens his heart. Faced with a desperate situation, Aundy Thorsen abandons her life in Chicago and responds to a farmer's plea for a mail-order bride in Pendleton, Oregon. Then tragedy strikes, leaving her a widow the same day she becomes a wife. Aundy accepts the challenge of managing the farm while battling unfamiliar work, demented chickens, and doubting men. Amid her efforts to build a new life, she struggles with her unexpected attraction to Garrett Nash, the one man capable of winning her heart. Raised on the family ranch in Pendleton, Garrett Nash enjoys being part of the community, lending a hand whenever it is needed. After the passing of his neighbor, Garrett takes on the responsibility of protecting and caring for his friend's spirited widow. As he observes her resolve and resilience, his admiration for her grows into something far deeper. Despite his hesitation, Garrett soon finds himself on a mission to convince Aundy to open her heart to love once again. Filled with humor and hope, this heartwarming romance is a wholesome tale of courage, compassion, and love in the face of adversity.

Genre: History

Haikus and Photos: Slovakian Castles and Hamlets by Michael A. Susko (AllrOneofUs Publishing) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

The photographs for this work come from Eastern Europe, where the author's grandparents lived. For many years Slovakia was cut off from the West, behind the Iron Curtain. After the fall of the Soviet Union, the author located his family and was taken on tour by his cousins. An array of castles dot the land, and remnants of hamlets survive where his ancestors lived. This book is an invitation for us to return to the "old country" and feel the energy of our origins.

Genre: Travel

Three Journeys to Patagonia: Backpacking before the internet; following in Bruce Chatwin's footsteps; coming of age in South America (Memoirs Book 2) by Nick Green (5 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Three Journeys to Patagonia tells the story of Nick Green's love affair with Latin America: it charts his progress backpacking the subcontinent as a teenager, as an aspiring travel writer in his twenties, and later as a confirmed adventurer and Patagonia aficionado in his thirties. Nick tells the story of how once Patagonia had come into his life in 1991, it remained in his consciousness, compelling him to read around the subject, to study it, and to visit the region again and again. Three Journeys to Patagonia asks why so many travellers have experienced the same overwhelming emotions and been mesmerised by Patagonia's enduring sense of isolation, the notion of space and the rugged beauty of a landscape uncorrupted by man. Stories and historical accounts are pulled from different sources and presented to the reader as evidence that serves to prove the self-perpetuating nature of the abiding Patagonian mystique. The author's candid diaries from 1991, 1998, and 2009 reveal a changing Patagonian and South American scene through the eyes of a boy becoming a man.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Seed of Haman (The HaZikaron Series Book 1) by C.W. Hambleton (14 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

In the heart of Iran, a dark family secret has been passed from father to son, mother to daughter, generation to generation - a line unbroken by time. And Dr. Shahzad Yavari, the professor of geopolitics at Tehran University, is destined to become the next recipient of this legacy. After the sudden death of his father, Dr. Yavari learns of the most closely-guarded secret of his family: an astonishing lineage the stretches back more than three thousand years, and the inheritance of not only a kingdom lost, but a kingdom stolen from them. With this revelation, an ancient vendetta is reawakened and Yavari quickly begins rising to power in the Islamic Republic of Iran. Thirteen years after Dr. Yavari becomes a top adviser in the regime, Iran has completed its quest to become the second nuclear power in the Middle East, though not without tremendous cost. Rumors of espionage and infiltrators abound throughout the program, and no one is above suspicion. As Iran begins to capitalize on their newly-acquired nuclear status, Israel grapples with the realization that America may not assist them in preventing a nuclear Holocaust. Deep inside the Quds Uranium Enrichment Facility near Qom, the scientists and technicians are under constant surveillance by the ever-watchful eye of the Iranian Republican Guard as the newest, fastest centrifuges are brought online. Within months, Iran's nuclear program at Quds will be producing several warheads per year. To counter the growing threat of a nuclearized Iran, a team of Israeli agents has been dispatched to Qom with the sole objective of stopping the enrichment program at Quds by any means necessary.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Billionaire Romance Box Set #2 by Jade Christy (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

FOUR STEAMY ROMANCES FROM JADE CHRISTY! This is Jade's second BOX SET, all with engaging smart women trying to make a mark, obsessed or yearning (and sexy) men, steamy scenes, secrets and an HEA. Included in this boxset are: 1 - Rock Star Chef: Billionaire's Savory Seduction 2 - Wedding Planner's Fake Engagement with the Billionaire 3 - Billionaire Obsessed with the Artist 4 - Billionaire Incognito Rock Star Chef: Billionaire's Savory Seduction In the vibrant world of the New York restaurants, my Michelin-starred restaurant was once at the top, but now its star is fading. And a realization gnaws at me -- I've sacrificed love and family for my career as a rock star in my youth and now a restaurant star. My gruff exterior hides a longing for romance and family. Then, she walks in -- the enigmatic Olivia, my new sous-chef. We had a wordless affair one afternoon in France a year ago, and never thought we would see other again. Now sparks fly as she revamps my kitchen and my life, rekindling the flames of excitement and passion I thought extinguished. As our hot romance boils full of passion, I'm unaware of her hidden identity. The shock of betrayal hits hard when I discover her true identity, like a dagger to my heart. I thought she was the one. But now, can the love we've built withstand the storm of secrets, or will it be the bitter aftertaste of our once-sweet passion? Wedding Planner's Fake Engagement with the Billionaire Since being named Aspen's "Most Eligible Bachelor", there are countless women vying for my attention and money. But secretly, all I have ever wanted was Aubrey, my best friend since childhood. She is the perfect woman to me. But I don't want to risk my friendship by declaring myself to her. When Aubrey's dream of becoming a wedding planner hits a snag with snobby momzillas, I offer a solution: a fake engagement. Elevate her social status and get the unwanted women off my back. It's a win-win, right? Wrong. The more time I spend ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Sweet Bay Summer by Samantha Jane (Meadow House Press) (9 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

A beach read that combines the timeless comfort of a Hallmark romance with the sparkling tone of a Taylor Swift album. Ivy spent 8 summers falling in love with Gabe. He's spending this one trying not to fall for her. When Ivy Wilden retreats to her grandmother's cottage in Sweet Bay after a failed engagement, the last person she expects to see is Gabe Everson, her childhood summer crush -- dreamier than ever. When she revives the summer picnic tradition at a neighborhood orchard where Gabe volunteers, sparks fly, and the man of her dreams soon becomes the man she's spending all her time with. When Gabe escapes to Sweet Bay after a devastating accident in Alaska, all he wants is a cabin by the lake and a life of solitude. But when he sees Ivy Wilden again, a stir of summer memories begins to uncoil. Spending time with her reminds him to soak up the sunshine he's been blocking out for all these years. He's just starting to think he can push the nightmares aside after all... But when an unexpected visitor shows up, the threads of a golden summer begin to unravel. When the orchard is threatened by an old nemesis and a mystery from Ivy's past resurfaces, who will come to the rescue? Will Ivy have a reason to stay in Sweet Bay after the summer ends, or will the darkness of Gabe's tragic past drive her into the arms of the man who is willing to give her the future of her dreams? With a dash of cozy magical realism, Sweet Bay Summer will make you feel like you're escaping into the salt-air-starry nights of this woodsy, coastal town with an unforgettable cast of characters that may send a sweet spell your way...

Genre: Romance

Colisão Destrutiva (Portuguese Edition) by Thaísa Lins (354 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Um dos membros da Kappa Tau Gamma fora friamente assassinado em uma das noites de luta do Purgatório, e tudo leva Skyler Howard a crer que o responsável por ter cessado a vida do jovem antes pertencente à fraternidade liderada pelo irmão está entre os Ômega Chi Delta, seus principais rivais dentre a associação de rixas ilegais. Não muito disposta a perder mais alguém próximo de si para o grupo caótico e inconsequente, Skyler agora se encontra determinada a achar o assassino. Contudo, para obter respostas, ela antes precisa enfrentar o líder calculista e impiedoso do inimigo, que em nada facilitaria o processo para alcançar seus fins. Com uma beleza mordaz e mente perturbadoramente ardilosa, Felix Drew não hesita em usar seus próprios artifícios em prol de manter seus segredos, assim como os de seus amigos, em sigilo, e diante daquela garotinha impulsiva, isso não seria exceção. Ambos são jogadores à altura e estão preparados para fazer parte de um jogo perverso e potencialmente fatal a fim de defender seus interesses, se assim for necessário. Os dois só não sabiam, entretanto, que as circunstâncias acabariam por não os fazer apenas adversários. Seu tabuleiro logo viria a ficar instável quando enfim se dessem conta de que, nem sempre, objetivos entram em completa harmonia com seu coração.

Genre: Foreign Language Fiction

Prince Charming & The Pandemic by Andrew David James Price verified 9 hours ago

With the Realm hit with a virus, Archie's choice to lock himself in the Palace in the hope it just goes away is looking questionable. Meanwhile the Prince and Percy have taken the Pied Piper hostage.

Genre: Humor & Satire

City Girl (Meadow Creek Series Book 1) by Amy Woodley (50 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Esmae Grace Williams fled the city where her heart was broken by Ned Anderson, her ex-fiancé. She has decided to turn in her high heeled shoes for a pair of work boots. She winds up in the country where she has purchased a farm with her grandparents' inheritance. Now Esmae must learn the country life and how to care for the animals, when she has never even owned a pet before. What has she gotten herself into? Esmae needs a change of pace from the city lights and busy life. Can living in the boonies, where time stands still, heal her broken heart? Esmae swore off men, but will the handsome next-door neighbor change her mind or the caring veterinarian who has taken an interest in her? What does farm life have in store for Esmae?

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

Preacher Raises the Dead: An Evan Wycliff Mystery (Evan Wycliff Mysteries Book 3) by Gerald Everett Jones (LaPuerta Books and Media) (41 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Third in the multiple-award-winning Evan Wycliff Mystery series. Guest preacher and part-time investigator Evan Wycliff reluctantly takes on the role of full-time minister and walks straight into more responsibility and trouble than he can handle. He attends to near-death experience, late-stage dementia, long-term coma, and consequences of the pandemic. His old nemesis investment banker Stuart Shackleton is back -- and claims to be converted! Shackleton's money sustains a critical-care medical breakthrough, the building of a new church, and a career boost for Evan as a celebrity evangelist. Are these thrilling transformations part of a divine plan, or has Evan sold his soul? Praise for Preacher Finds a Corpse (Evan Wycliff #1) - Winner NYC Big Book Gold, IPA Silver, Eric Hoffer Finalist, NABE Pinnacle Best Mystery This is literature masquerading as a mystery. Carefully yet powerfully, Gerald Jones creates a small, stunning world in a tiny midwestern town, infusing each character with not just life but wit, charm, and occasionally menace. This is the kind of writing one expects from John Irving or Jane Smiley. - Marvin J. Wolf, author of the Rabbi Ben Mysteries, including A Scribe Dies in Brooklyn This is an excellent read. Such an engaging storyteller! It really sucked me in. That last page did cause a triple-take, quadruple-take, and whatever comes after, up to about eight. Jones is definitely one of my favorite authors. - John Rachel, author of Blinders Keepers and The Man Who Loved Too Much Jones manages to infuse a deceptively simple story with suspense, angst, and whimsy, as well as surprise. His command of setting, history, and behavior is beyond exceptional. I can't wait for the next book in the series. - Paula Berinstein, author of the Amanda Lester Detective series and host of "The Writing Show" podcast Praise for Preacher Fakes a Miracle (Evan Wycliff #2) - NYC Big Book Silver As anyone who's spent time in a small town the American Midwest knows, ...

Genre: Psychological

The Public Executioner: A tale of intrigue and murder in Berlin, 1924 by Jon Cole (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Sam Shannon woke with a start... He had an appointment, with a dead man. October 1924. Berlin, Germany. Sam Shannon, an officer of British Intelligence, investigates a suspicious death. His landlady, Mags the Baroness, needs to answer the same question - was it suicide, or murder? Shannon and Mags set off on a trail of discovery through the underbelly of Berlin, a city recovering from the Great War. Bars, restaurants and cabarets offer new pleasures, not all women are what they seem, criminal gangs fight to defend their territory; all against a backdrop of violence between communists and nationalists. Behind the violence stands the sinister figure of the Public Executioner, a military man, but with one weakness. Who is involved in the conspiracy to launch a lethal conflict on the city's streets? What lies behind the Public Executioner's obsessive attachment to a dead woman? Shannon and Mags face life-threatening perils as they unravel the conspiracy. Against the odds, can they survive? The Public Executioner - can he triumph, or will his one weakness be fatal? ***** Now read on... ***** This tale is deliberately old-fashioned, in its language and in the behaviour and attitude of its characters. Though fiction, the author has done what he can - through research in media and other libraries - accurately to reflect the time and place. Jon Cole has been a lecturer in Classical Art and Archaeology, a musician and songwriter, a NHS head of IT and a local government IT strategist. He is married with two grown-up children, and lives in West Sussex and Somerset.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Breaking His Rules: A Dad's Best Friend Age Gap Surprise Pregnancy Romance (Lakeside Love Stories) by Kandie Kissimmie (22 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

BENJAMIN For the past two years, I tried ignoring the way my heart thumped in my chest every time I'd see my best friend's daughter. I would never have entertained the idea of Aria watching my kids this summer if I hadn't been so desperate. Besides, it wasn't even my idea. It was her dad's. But I couldn't very well reject his suggestion; not without admitting my attraction to Aria. Although, given what happened between us in my office, perhaps I should have. Because Aria enjoyed the consequences of breaking my rules. After that, I couldn't seem to keep my hands off her, no matter how hard I tried - and if her dad finds out... I'm dead! Because I've broken the oldest bro code out there: don't sleep with your best friend's daughter, don't fall in love with her, and definitely don't get her pregnant. ARIA Last year at college, I had a panic attack that landed me in the hospital, and this summer I was supposed to be taking a mental health break. But when my dad volunteered me to nanny for his best friend's kids over the summer, my anxiety spiked at the idea of being around Benjamin more often. Because the thing is, Benjamin did crazy things to my insides when we were in the same space together. It was like being on a carb free diet and being denied a piece of velvety chocolate cake over and over again. I was supposed to be getting my anxiety under control, not causing more of it. But when Benjamin called me into his office to reprimand me for breaking his rules, I discovered I had nothing to worry about. In fact, I uncovered the perfect solution to manage my anxiety. My dad cannot find out about this. The only problem? My baby bump is going to make it difficult to hide our relationship from him forever. Buy today before the price increases! Breaking His Rules is a steamy age-gap, dad's best friend, secret baby contemporary romance. It's a standalone with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Full guidance around its content can be ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Scruffy Little City by I. J. Privett (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

In the gritty underbelly of Scruffy City, society's forgotten souls battle daily for survival amid a backdrop of drugs, prostitution, and murder. In this ruthless environment, where conventional success is a distant dream, many find themselves entangled in the bitter dance of desperation and moral ambiguity. "A Scruffy Little City" delves deep into the lives of those on the fringes of society, exploring the harsh realities faced by the lower socioeconomic class. Through a richly woven, character-driven narrative, this novel sheds light on the stark inequalities and unseen struggles that pervade contemporary life. Much like John Steinbeck's "Cannery Row," it captures the essence of a community where survival often means engaging in the very activities that the fortunate few can afford to ignore. This is a tale of resilience, humanity, and the unflinching truth of life on the margins. Brace yourself for an unfiltered look at the dark corners of society, where every choice comes with a price, and the line between right and wrong blurs into survival.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Weekend Getaway (Secrets Series Book 1) by Karen Lenfestey (Amazon) (2,734 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Bethany Morris always puts everyone else's needs first. That's why when she got pregnant in college, she had the baby in secret and placed it for adoption. Sixteen years later, she patiently waits for her live-in boyfriend to propose and wonders if she missed her one chance at motherhood. Life gets complicated when she runs into the baby's father, Parker, and he reveals that he has the same disease that took his father's life. Does Bethany owe it to Parker to tell him that he has a child? Should she track down the daughter she's never known just to give her bad news? Risking the comfortable life she's built for herself, Bethany embarks on a cross-country road trip to face her past and find the daughter she never forgot.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Dark Angel: Episode 9 by Amy Perez MS Psychology (1 Review)    Price verified 10 hours ago

3 Times Best Selling Author in NEW Release books, Amy Perez MS Psychology # 1 Best Seller in Forensic Psychology "My new favorite author! She tackles a tough often stigmatized topic with grace, understanding and experience." "Very good read. Some suspense and a look into the mind of mental illness." "Great book. Couldn't put it down and wait for the next chapter." Books by Amy Perez MS Psychology: Manic Episode Series Schizophrenic Episode Series Narcissistic Episode Series Dark Angel Episode Series 21 Keys Bipolar Disorder: Thriving, Triggers, Love & Relationships The Psychology of Love, Finances & Nutrition Follow along in this series with Amy Perez MS Psychology. A young woman grows through some sexual trauma and lives through to work it out emotionally, sexually and socially. Go inside the mind of the Dark Angel. Dive deeper into the Dark Angel and who and what it represents. Rayne, Jasiah, Jolene & Max work together to save Rayne from destruction from herself and others in this riveting psychological thriller. About the Author: Amy Perez has a Master's Degree in General Psychology. She has worked in Miami, Florida with people living with various mental illnesses. She has spent many hours inside mental health facilities with a first-hand patient perspective. Amy lives in Florida with her family and orange tabby. She enjoys reading, writing, cooking and spending time in nature. Instagram: @avidauthor Twitter: @Psychologyamy Facebook Groups: Mental Health Encouragement I Love Books Psychology Facts

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Fateful Dance: A Romance Novel for Women by Sharyl Watts (1 Review)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Whoever said that truth will always prevail might not have known the depths of Noemi's secret... In this riveting romance novel, suspense is intertwined with passion in the background of mystery. Noemi, a woman with a haunting past, is at a crossroads. For years she has kept an icy secret buried deep until her circle was shocked by the murder of someone. This tale of dark secrets and daunting choices moves between the luxuriant corridors of a cruise ship to quaint French alleys and modern Pittsburgh skyline while providing colorful settings that enrich its narrative. An employee with a good reputation, a mother to teenage son who is complicated enough on his own, and as one whose past has been clouded by a silenced grave secret only one person ever knew about, Noemi's entire world teeters on the brink. Every page continues to ensnare readers further into Noemi's life maze where past shadows merge into present light beam. Her journey becomes clear: truth can empower love while human spirit remains undying even when all which we look forward for is redemption from life storms. With its blend of mystery, romance, and a dash of adventure, the book guides the reader by the hand through the nooks and crannies of a dark past, unfulfilled hopes and a boundless thirst for life.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Importance of Being Roger: A Laugh Out Loud Comedy (The Roger Sidebottom comedy series Book 1) by Raymond M Hall (369 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

In "The Importance of Being Roger," prepare to embark on a riotous journey alongside Roger Sidebottom, a man whose life seems to be a magnet for chaos. From his tumultuous childhood to his disastrous forays into adulthood, Roger's path is paved with mishaps, misadventures, and the occasional stroke of luck. Haunted by the spectre of an indifferent father and the scars of lost love, Roger stumbles through school, university, and the working world, leaving a trail of uproarious incidents and near-misses in his wake. As he grapples with the absurdities of everyday existence, readers will find themselves alternately rooting for and cringing at Roger's antics, all while recognising echoes of someone they know all too well. In the tradition of comedic masters like Tom Sharpe and Ben Elton, "The Importance of Being Roger" is a rollicking tale of one man's epic struggle against fate -- and his own incompetence. Will Roger ever catch a break, or is he doomed to perpetually flounder in a sea of his own making? Dive into this uproarious page-turner and find out today

Genre: Foreign Languages

The Misadventures of Miles and Maya: Juneteenth Odyssey by Renee Marie Hamilton Price verified 3 hours ago

Join Miles and Maya on a whimsical and heartfelt journey through the celebration of Juneteenth. In this charming tale, the dynamic duo embarks on a misadventure filled with laughter, learning, and the beauty of unity. As they traverse through the streets of their community, Miles, and Maya encounter colorful characters, hear captivating stories, and discover the power of resilience and freedom. From a chance meeting with Mr. Johnson to creating a meaningful banner, their Juneteenth adventure is filled with moments of inspiration and connection. Through their shared experiences, Miles and Maya learn valuable lessons about honoring history, celebrating culture, and coming together as a community. Their journey culminates in creating an annual tradition that. brings joy and togetherness to all participating. "The Misadventure of Miles and Maya: Juneteenth Odyssey" is a heartwarming story that celebrates the spirit of Juneteenth and the enduring power of unity, resilience, and hope. Join Miles and Maya on this unforgettable journey that will inspire readers of all ages to embrace their history and celebrate their community with love and joy.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Hawaii Clipper by S. Martin Shelton (Lamplight Press) Price verified 3 hours ago

On 29 July 1938, Pan American World Airways' flying boat dubbed "Hawaii Clipper" departed Apra Harbor, Territory of Guam, en route to Manila -- about 1,400 nautical miles distant. On board were nine crewmembers, eleven passengers, mail, and cargo. About midway, Hawaii Clipper ceased broadcasting its scheduled reports. Radio Manila tried assiduously to contact the Clipper to no avail. Four hours later, Pan American declared Hawaii Clipper missing and presumed down at sea. Extensive air and sea searches found nothing: no debris, no seat cushions, no body parts, and no oil slick. To this day, the mystery of the disappearance of Hawaii Clipper remains unsolved.

Genre: History

Not Without You (Just Beyond the Horizon: The de Laisser, Ravenscar, Santiago Series Book 5) by BJ Marshall Price verified 11 hours ago

She was everything he ever wanted. And everything he couldn't have. Eliana Blake was his partner. At five-feet-two to his six feet even, most people wouldn't have thought she could get his back. They were wrong. He couldn't think of anyone he trusted more. If a mission went fubar, she kept her head in the game. Most of the time she controlled the game, allowing others to survive. Allowing him to. He watched as Eliana walked towards him. All sweetness and strength. The memory of the kiss he'd given her after they survived a pretty tense situation was still with him. Hell, if he could have, he'd make love to her. In public. Right now. Instead, he just watched her from behind the sunglasses he wore, mainly to make sure she couldn't see the desire burning in his eyes. Oh, he knew she knew. Santiago even knew she wanted him. He knew because unlike him, she was clear about what she needed. They were in a bar one night, decompressing after a particularly difficult case. Out of the blue, she placed her cards on the table. Putting into words what they had danced around for months. "I want you more than I want to work with you. I know we make a good team. But I want to make love with you more than work some pretty rough cases with you." He had almost choked on his drink, unsure of what to say. Her directness had thrown him off balance. Although he wasn't sure why it did. That aspect of her personality appealed to him. Made him love her more each day. "Eliana, you know we can't... " he started to say. Looking at him, desire and something else he couldn't name in her eyes, she stopped him mid-sentence. "No love, you can't. I know you want to. You can't keep living as if everyone in your life will walk out of it. But until you ride your demons to Hell and leave them there, you're not going to be of any use to me. In bed that is. Maybe even out of it." Putting money on the bar, she gave him one last look. One tinged with an emotion he couldn't put his hands ...

Genre: Romance

Fairy Tales and Shorts for Grownups Vol 2 (Family Fairy Tales) by Sally Hull (1 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Clean, fun stories from fairy tales to westerns, to modern day stories, this collection of short stories is designed to catch the interest of adults who simply want to read a story, but may not have the time required to read full-length novels. The author has included short prayers at the end of each story, prayers inspired by the stories themselves. These prayers are her heart, welcoming you the reader to join her in her conversations with God. The first story is not a fairy tale, but how the author imagined it must have been like for Adam the first time he opened his eyes. Everything was wonderful. But after he sinned, part two of Consequences begins, which is a Western concerning one of Adam's descendants who must deal with the reality of sin. Another Western entitled: Boiling Springs is the account of the tale from each of the characters' eyes, showing unique perspectives. Only when all the perspectives are put together is the reader enabled to see what happened in the Western towns of Boiling Springs and Deadeye. And then there is the retelling of some old classic fairy tales, but with a twist. For example, Sleeping Beauty is anything but beautiful -- on the outside. But on the inside, she is a rare gem.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Johnny Panic and the Necronomicon of Nightmares: 10 horrid stories by Trevor R. Fairbanks Price verified 11 hours ago

ten horrid stories including: THE TORTURED CREATURE, MAYHEM AND LEVIATHAN: AN ORGY OF BEASTS, BACKWATER, SECRETS THE SALAMANDER TOLD, ILLSMOUTH, BOTTOM FEEDERS, THE VOCALIST, ACID CITY, WET DREAMS FOR A DROWNING MAN and SONS OF WAR! READ AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Fault Lines by Shane Morton (34 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Descante Drive- Hollywood Hills- Drag goddess, Ursula Moolay, finds herself surrounded by a group of neighbors with their own secrets and lies. Enter the world of red carpet meltdowns, sex tapes, shopping with drag queens, earthquakes, mortgages and murder. A daytime Soap stud hiding in the Hollywood closet. A reality television producer prepared to destroy his himbo star. An aging showgirl- the complex's mother hen, fighting to survive. A married male escort desperately hiding his profession from his pregnant wife. And finally, Ursula, pulled into a terrifying ordeal of drugs, murder, and deception as she grapples with her own identity. Can they survive or will they each fall into the cracks of LA's fault lines?

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Rogue's Hostage: A Historical Captive Romance by Linda McLaughlin (39 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Fate delivered them into each other's arms. Will love set them free? The Pennsylvania frontier, 1758. Mara Dupré never got used to living in fear. As danger lurks in every shadow, supporting her husband's farming efforts while France and Britain battle in the New World has worn her down. But her life shatters when an invading war party kills her spouse, and she is taken captive by a dashing French officer. Lieutenant Jacques Corbeau thought he'd lost his honor years ago. But something about the spirited woman whose scalp he saved from his Indian partners tugs deeply on his desire to redeem his past. And now as they undertake a dangerous trek to return to the fort, he swears a silent oath to protect her with his life. In desperation, Mara attempts to bargain her virtue in exchange for her freedom. Though Jacques would gladly bed the fetching widow, he's torn between passion and reclaiming his lost honor. Will their tragic union fall to a murderous musket, or can they find everlasting love? Rogue's Hostage is a riveting standalone historical romance. If you like strong characters, enemies-to-lovers stories, and richly detailed histories, then you'll adore Linda McLaughlin's sensual adventure. Buy Rogue's Hostage to untie the bonds of desire today! (Previously published by Amber Quill Press) 4 ½ stars and a Top Pick from Romantic Times Romantic Times Nominee -- Best Small Press Romance of 2003 2nd Place - Lorie Awards - Best Historical Romance

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Wide Awake (Wide Awake Series Book 1) by Kade Boehme (383 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

27 year old Tyler Marcus has always done the right thing. He's intelligent, quiet, made good grades and went on to become a celebrated civil rights attorney. But the one thing he has always wanted was the one man he should not. Mark Riley realized at 33 that his life was not what it should have been. He'd been in a marriage of responsibility, raising his son that was a teenage mistake, taken the job his father had pushed on him on the police force and had been miserably drifting along, until one night his teenage son's friend was visiting from college and woke him from his miserable slumber. Tyler Marcus changed Mark's life with a simple act of kindness and with one chance meeting 5 years later may also end up giving him the world. **This is the 2nd Edition and has been fully re-edited and the content extended**

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Mind Reader's Christmas: An Eric Beckman Mystery by Al Macy (650 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Eric Beckman, a mind-reading private investigator, is spending Christmas in snowy Vermont with his wife and daughter. He needs a break from solving cases, but the townspeople convince him to look into the village mystery: Every holiday season, someone switches the baby Jesus with one of the other figures in the town's nativity scene. With the help of his ten-year-old daughter, also a mind reader, he soon learns that some of the residents of the small town are not who -- or even what -- they seem to be. There's something supernatural going on in Newburn, Vermont. His investigation causes an escalation of strange happenings, and soon, swapped manger figures are the least of the town's worries. If Beckman can't adjust his view of the world -- force himself to believe in things he never thought possible -- the Christmas vacation could turn out to be his family's last. A Mind Reader's Christmas may be read as a standalone book or as Book Four in the Eric Beckman series.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

CHAOS: Very Short Stories by Gail by GAIL MATELSON (1 Review)    Price verified 12 hours ago

In the year 2099, the citizens of the City of New Section vote for change. In this entertaining satirical ride into a futuristic society, the citizens begin to choose change simply so they can claim they are flexible thinkers. A movement is gaining support, and the impressionable citizens even consider changing their own names in order to claim they are unpredictable. How far will it go? Included is the very short story titled, "Return to the Source." These short stories are included in the multi-genre short story anthology, "Short Stories with a Quick Impact, the Complete Short Story Collection, Volume One."

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Operator (Ian Bragg Thriller Book 1) by Craig Martelle (Craig Martelle, Inc) (1,073 Review)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

A hitman with a conscience... Ian Bragg is paid to kill people. Only bad people and not many, but for a great deal of money. Case the target. Make the hit. Move on until he meets the woman with sparkling green eyes who changes everything. Is his newest target deserving of death? Who is Ian to decide if the politician needs to die? He is the one who has to live with the consequences, that's who. The contract deadline nears. Too many unknowns, too much to lose. Pull the trigger or not? Ian makes his own rules to get himself out of a quandary where it's more than just his life on the line. For the greater good, join Ian Bragg.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Living Library by Donald Shinn (29 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Diana thought spending a week in a cabin at the Jersey shore sounded like a fun idea. She just wasn't expecting this Jersey shore. A one mile walk to the mucky bay, a three mile walk to the ocean, no boardwalk, no arcades, no frozen custard or salt water taffy. The bay more resembled a swamp and the beach at the ocean was small and dotted with prickly plants designed to keep the sand from blowing away. Even worse, there was no Internet or cellular service. Just her parents and their friends the Gundersons, who owned the cabins. There was no air conditioning despite stifling heat and humidity. Desperate for relief Diana sets off to find someplace cooler and stumbles upon a small, old library with a working air conditioner. The cool darkness under a library table becomes too much for her to resist, so she lies down to take a nap. When she awakens she finds herself locked in the library and an odd cast of characters have emerged from their books. Cleopatra, King Arthur, Don Quixote and Romeo have assumed human form and are offering to help her. Has she gone mad? Don Quixote pulls Dr. Freud from his biography to assure her she's sane, which doesn't reassure her at all. The characters do what they can to assist Diana in escaping the library and along the way she learns their stories and she also learns more about herself. This is a fun, short story that can be read in about an hour.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Last Resort by Tom Milton (4 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Elsa Romero, a college professor, is attending a demonstration in New York City to protest the government's immigration policies. Karl Reinhardt, a white nationalist, is standing across the street from her, displaying a sign that says MAKE AMERICA WHITE AGAIN. In response she displays a sign that says LOVE WILL PREVAIL. As they confront each other a gun is fired by someone on Karl's side, killing a girl on Elsa's side. The gun is thrown from behind Karl, over his head, and it lands on the pavement in front of him. Impulsively, Karl picks up the gun to prevent it from being used by anyone else, but the police grab him and take him away as the prime suspect. Elsa follows him to the police precinct and testifies that he didn't do it. Karl knows who did it, but out of loyalty to his movement he doesn't tell the police what he knows. With Elsa's testimony, the police release Karl on the condition that he remains in the area so that they can interview him further. When she meets him outside the precinct, Elsa learns that he has come to New York from Ohio, he has no place to stay, and he has no money to pay for a hotel. Relying on her instincts, she takes him home to Yonkers where she lives with her parents. The next morning Karl receives a text message from the killer threatening him and anyone who helps him, so Elsa must find a place to hide him while she tries to convince him to tell the police who fired the gun.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Broken Promise: A Beyond Death Mafia Romance (Beyond Series Book 1) by Andrea Smith (193 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

For fans of "The Ghost Whisperer," this series is for YOU! Previously published as "Silent Whisper." What does a mob capo want with a girl from the sticks? Everything... For twenty-seven years, I've flitted through life clueless to the God-given abilities that lay dormant inside of me. In the blink of an eye, everything changed more than I ever could've anticipated. She changed it. Now I know that nothing is as it seems. I will never be the same again... but this isn't my story. It's hers. I'm just being forced to live it, resolve it, and ultimately try to move on after learning that our lives are going to be tangled far more than I would've ever imagined. My name is Parrish Locke. And I can see the dead. ADULT CONTENT

Genre: Literature & Fiction

13 More Turns by Kevin Carr (50 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Enjoy another baker's dozen of stories dealing with terror, murder, and the macabre. Kevin Carr, author of the technothriller UNDERBRUSH and the anthologies 13 TURNS and THE GHOST READERS AND OTHER STORIES, brings you a series of stories inspired by H.P. Lovecraft, Stephen King, The Twilight Zone, and classic gothic horror.

Genre: Horror

A tide too high: A Bad Girl Rockstar Romance by Carole Brungar (54 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

London based Alec Stanford wants what his twin brother has, a home, a wife and children. But just because he's one of the world's most successful and respected businessmen doesn't mean he's good at personal relationships. Mac Morgan and her band Polar Blaze, are international sensations. But being at the top doesn't come easy. Working hard and playing even harder has taken its toll, and she's advised to make some serious life changes. Determined to regain her health, the private coastal property owned by the Stanford family ticks all the boxes. When Alec's beautiful socialite wife files divorce papers, he thinks maybe he's just not marriage material. But he's not prepared for the chance meeting with a burnt out rock star who's hiding out from the media. And neither is his wife. Who will Alec choose and who will he lose? First Coast National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award 2015 Finalist: Best First Novel? First Coast National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award 2015 Finalist: Best Novel with Romantic Elements ?Romance Writers of New Zealand Koru Award 2015 Finalist: Best First Book If you love Danielle Steel or Nicholas Sparks, you will love this book!

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Muffin Top and Magic : A Paranormal Women's Fiction Tale by Jennifer L. Hart (188 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

If she lives to see the light of day, she'll take her tribute in peanut butter cups. White witch Becca Boyd is dreading Halloween night. Ever since her daughter joined the Wilderness Chicks, Becca has been forced to deal with the women who, once upon a time, made her adolescence miserable. The mean girl mom group is headed by Sadie Fitzgibbons in a position as troop mother. Trick-or-treating followed by a party with them sounds like the special hell. But Becca is determined to make the night fun for the girls, even if it kills her. Which it might. Because Sadie made a big mistake. Now, the mean girl moms need Becca's magic to stop an evil demon from destroying their small mountain town. Becca must overcome her bitterness to save those she loves most.

Genre: Literature & Fiction