That is, until Jamie makes a delivery to an old acquaintance, Tom, who works at what he calls "an animal rights organization." Tom's team needs a last-minute grunt to handle things on their next field visit. Jamie, eager to do anything, immediately signs on.What Tom doesn't tell Jamie is that the animals his team cares for are not here on Earth. Not our Earth, at at least. In an alternate dimension, massive dinosaur-like creatures named Kaiju roam a warm and human-free world. They're the universe's largest and most dangerous panda and they're in trouble.It's not just the Kaiju Preservation Society that's found its way to the alternate world. Others have, too--and their carelessness could cause millions back on our Earth to die.

    

    But after a terrible family fight, he left to become a pararescue jumper. A decade later, he's headed home to the destiny that awaits him.That's not all that's waiting for Dodge. His childhood best friend and former flame, Echo Yazzie, is a true Alaskan--a homesteader, dogsledder, and research guide for the DNR. Most of all, she's living a life Dodge knows could get her killed. One of these days she's going to get lost in the woods again, and his worst fear is that he won't be there to find her.When one of Echo's fellow researchers goes missing, Echo sets out to find her, despite a blizzard, a rogue grizzly haunting the woods, and the biting cold. Plus, there's more than just the regular dangers of the Alaskan forests stalking her . . .Will Dodge be able to find her in time? And if he does, is there still room for him in her heart?Sunrise is the first explosive volume in a new nail-biting series from USA Today bestselling author Susan May Warren.

    With war on the horizon, they must focus on the immediate threat.Reluctantly, Aldari agrees to marry a prince in a neighboring kingdom to secure an alliance her people desperately need. All is going to plan until the handsome elven mercenary captain hired to guard her marriage caravan turns into her kidnapper. His people are in trouble, and he believes she has the knowledge to help.But with an invasion force approaching Delantria, Aldari’s own people need her. She must do everything in her power to escape the elves and make it to her wedding in time.Never mind that her kidnapper is witty, clever, and offers her a challenge that intrigues her mind even as his easy smile intrigues her heart…Aldari can’t let herself develop feelings for him. To fall in love and walk away from her wedding would mean the end of her kingdom and everyone she cares about.

    At least it is for a guy like me. As a talent agent in New York, I know how to wine and dine with the best of them. Unfortunately, work has been my main thing for a little too long. And my body is showing signs of it. Doc says I need to take a summer off. Hell yes, I do. Lucky for me, I run into my latest wedding fling as my time frees up. And the pretty girl just can’t get enough of me. She needs a plus-one for an upcoming wedding and wants to up the ante of our deception. Be her fake fiancé. She’s tired of being the bridesmaid and never the bride. Why would I ever say no? I’m a no-strings-attached kinda guy, but with her, I want to be tied up—forever. The more time I spend playing the part, the more I want to hit my knee and offer her a ring. It started with us promising nothing, but now, I want her to promise it all—to me.

    But with the threat from both the raiders and the fallen kingdom itself growing, Cadence and Zeke's charade is stretched to the breaking point as they fight to protect their friends. But as Cadence struggles to keep them all alive, she refuses to give up on helping her sister—if only she knew how to do that.But Airlie isn't helpless. Determined to find answers about her and Cadence's heritage, Airlie is still willing to do anything to protect her sister. But Cadence is moving beyond her reach, and even Airlie's enormous power might be helpless to defeat the looming danger that's threatening the tour.

    The centuries-old shop is owned by Cleo Braithwaite, a woman with a fierce and frightening reputation. Cleo turns out to be nothing like the rumors but refuses to sit still long enough to be dazzled by the meticulous spreadsheets and slides Marley has prepared to seal the deal. Instead of making her proposal, Marley soon finds herself on an impromptu walking tour of London with the charming Cleo.Even though Marley has a dinner date that night with the woman she’s been chatting with online and was convinced was her soulmate, she can’t ignore the feelings her bewitching guide stirs up inside as they explore the historic city on foot. What’s more, the longer she’s with Cleo, the more Marley begins to question the business deal she’s been sent to make.Should Marley stick with the plan, or is a single life-changing day with Cleo worth blowing up the future Marley was so certain she wanted?

    Thin air. The threat of dropping into nothingness thousands of feet below. This is the climb Silvia Vasquez-Lavado braves in her page-turning, pulse-raising memoir following her journey to Mount Everest.A Latina hero in the elite macho tech world of Silicon Valley, privately, she was hanging by a thread. Deep in the throes of alcoholism, hiding her sexuality from her family, and repressing the abuse she’d suffered as a child, she started climbing. Something about the brute force required for the ascent― the risk and spirit and sheer size of the mountains and death’s close proximity―woke her up. She then took her biggest pain as a survivor to the biggest mountain: Everest.“The Mother of the World,” as it’s known in Nepal, allows few to reach her summit, but Silvia didn’t go alone. She gathered a group of young female survivors and led them to base camp alongside her. It was never easy. At times hair-raising, nerve-racking, and always challenging, Silvia remembers the acute anxiety of leading a group of novice climbers to Everest’s base, all the while coping with her own nerves of summiting. But, there were also moments of peace, joy, and healing with the strength of her fellow survivors and community propelling her forward.In the Shadow of the Mountain is a remarkable story of heroism, one which awakens in all of us a lust for adventure, an appetite for risk, and faith in our own resilience.

    

    Can I trust him to save my company?My family has been making single malt whiskey for centuries and has a world-renowned reputation. A rival has been trying to put us out of business and acquire both our distilling methods and our land. In an effort to save me from a forced marriage, my grandfather leaves Drummond 51 percent of the business to hold in trust until I marry.Now my grandfather is dead and I am left to deal with the distillery, the rival family wanting me dead, and Drummond - the black tiger. But I don’t know where else to turn to for help. Gavan offers me a Pact ... submit for a year or lose my legacy. If I accept, will I be sharing the bed of a man or a beast?The Pact is a dark mafia romance in the Syndicate Masters series. If you like intrigue, men determined to possess their women, and the strong intelligent women who stand up to them, then you’ll love Delta James’ newest Kindle melting paranormal romance. Buy The Pact today, for a growly tiger shifter, enemies-to-lovers romance with twists that will keep you guessing.

    

    Her time at Falcon’s Keep over, Savannah comes into her full power as the wielder of the sacred medallion. She seeks help in Arcadia to interpret the Prophecy Chart, the black magic spell that divides the Forgotten Realms from the rest of Rand. As well as having to battle sorcery to bring down the Wall, she faces the nearly impossible task of persuading the fierce Bramble Hawks to come out of their mountains. Meanwhile, the chief Dreamer, courtesan Jezzine, is assigned to protect Princess Fern, heir to the Arcadian throne, from the Crow assassins. But other evil forces are in play in Arcadia, for the Dark Hollow Wizards have a hidden agenda in the realm. Pela, now Supreme Commander, readies Rand’s armies for the invasion after centuries of peace. And as the world edges closer to war, fates are inextricably woven together, new alliances forged, and fabled Queens rise.

    It could have something to with his awkward manner, his photographic memory, or his affection for reciting curious facts, but whatever the cause, Logan and his "PP's" (prospective parents) have never clicked.Then everything changes when Gil and Margie arrive. Although they aren't exactly perfect themselves--Gil has the punniest sense of humor and Margie's cooking would have anyone running for the hills--they genuinely seem to care.But it doesn't take Logan long to notice some very odd things about them. They are out at all hours, they never seem to eat, and there's a part of the house that is protected by some pretty elaborate security.No matter what Logan could have imagined, nothing prepared him for the truth: His PP's are actually superheroes, and they're being hunted down by dastardly forces. Logan's found himself caught in the middle in a massive battle and the very fate of the world may hang in the balance. Will Logan be able to find a way to save the day and his new family?

    

    Good thing they don’t believe in words like “should.”NicolePeople think I’m crazy…especially my ex-boyfriends. I prefer the term misunderstood. Still, there’s no denying I have a stunning ability to make bad decisions…like seducing the lead actor of the theater company where I just accepted a job.An HR job.In my defense, Damien Mitchell is the most gorgeous man alive, and worse, he’s interesting. Besides, I’m ninety percent sure my new boss is up to something shady. Why should I behave if she won’t? I fully intend to find out what she’s doing, but in the meantime I’m reeled in by Damien. The thing is, it turns out he isn’t just a fantastic actor at a crappy theater. He's—Well, it’s his secret. But I promise it's a good one. I’m going to help him with that and with saving the theater. Whether he wants me to or not.***DamienI’m the only child of two rich narcissists. I’m used to being alone. I like it.But Nicole’s not the kind of woman who can be kept at a distance, and to my surprise, I don’t want to stay away. She sets my blood on fire and pisses me off…and makes me feel alive in a way I’d previously only experienced onstage.I tell her my secrets. I show her my scars. I let her in.We’re both screwed up, so there’s every chance we’ll destroy each other, but she’s not the only one who’s prone to bad decisions.A full-length standalone prequel to the Bad Luck Club series!

    Zuli is extraordinary--she just doesn't realize it yet. Raised by mystical bird spirits in the branches of the Great Tree, she's never ventured beyond this safe haven. She's never had to. Until now.When a sinister force threatens the life-giving magic of the tree, Zuli, along with her guardian owl, Frowly, must get to the root of it. So begins an adventure bigger than anything Zuli could've ever imagined--one that will bring her, along with some newfound friends, face-to-face with an ancient dragon, the so-called Witch-Queen, and most surprisingly of all: her true identity.This captivating middle grade graphic novel, the first of a series, is perfect for fans of the Amulet books and the Wings of Fire series.A Junior Library Guild Selection

    But Sophia's world is turned upside down when an "aquanaut" breaks into the park's research lab.To her amazement, Sophia discovers that the aquanaut is not what it seems -- inside lives a band of four goofy sea creatures! And when they all realize that Aqualand has evolved into something much darker than Sophia's dad had envisioned, Sophia is determined to help the aquanaut crew free the park's captive marine life before it's too late.

    Instead, we crashed on an alien planet with too many dangers to count. Separated from the other women, I'm on my own until a huge alien with color-changing skin and a massive sword gets me out of a bad spot. I don't understand Savair's language, but I think he's under the impression that I'm his.I am NOT his. I'm a divorced scientist with no time for such nonsense. But if he can help me find the others in my group then perhaps I can play at being "his" for a while. It's not a hardship. He's the sexiest male I've ever met with a jawline to die for, but there's no way I'll fall for this guy. Nope. Not a chance...Jetta makes me ache. I desire her the moment I pull her from a Brakken meat trap. Her soft, warm body awakens hungers long banked. But my Sola, the living ship I am bound to, is dying, and thus, so am I. I must find a way to save my Sola and my mate, or none of us will survive.This is book one of the Lords of Destra series. Each is a complete story with no cliffhangers or cheating. My books always have consent and a happy ending. Cheers!

    Chloe Pascale feel safe. And when a young woman is discovered buried alive, the Colorado ME knows the relentless serial killer she barely escaped has found her. To stop him, she must trust police chief Weston Ford with her darkest secrets. But getting too close is putting their guarded hearts at risk—and leading into an inescapable trap…From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.

    Away from her creepy boss, shoebox apartment, and nights spent alone eating ice-cream. She’s desperate to find happiness—and love.After losing out on yet another promotion, Ellie quits her job and buys a ticket to South America. Arriving at her hostel as a first-time backpacker, she finds a mysterious guidebook filled with cryptic messages about life and love. Intrigued, Ellie contacts the previous owner, Bella, who wrote her name under the heading THIS BOOK BELONGS TO.Her email lands in the inbox of Jerry Townsend, an architect and widower living in San Francisco. Jerry is barely keeping his life together as he juggles raising three daughters alone and construction of a museum in memory of his late wife—Bella.Ellie and Jerry start messaging, sharing their fears, hopes and desires. Following Bella’s advice, Ellie embarks on a six-month solo adventure across South America, and over the course of emails, texts, phone calls and video chats, Ellie and Jerry’s pen-pal friendship develops into something more…But can you fall in love with someone you’ve never met?

    Wielding godlike powers, these teachers help illuminate the secrets of all creation.With the fate of the entire MultiVerse at stake, which side will become the victor in the end?Journeys Through TimeSpaceAs a powerful leader of a planet in the vast MultiVerse of time and space begins preparations for implementing his plan, young former college students from Earth are dispatched to a magical hidden place in the Himalayas to begin their own preparations.Each side of this battle for the fate of Earth and her inhabitants must secure ancient treasures. Immense obstacles confront both sides as they work to obtain these powerful artifacts.Not only must our young Earth heroes learn new knowledge and skills associated with ancient wisdom traditions, but they must travel to both Earth's past and future to find the treasures needed to defend their world against a powerful enemy.Secret Earth organizations are also players in this thrilling adventure. These ancient groups have been adversaries for hundreds of years. Their long-term battle becomes intense as Earth's fate draws closer.As the clock ticks, can Earth's defenders succeed, or will the powerful reptilian humanoid leader and his followers achieve their plan for reality across the MultiVerse of time and space?Journeys Through AllCreationAn ancient prophecy foretells the diabolical plans of an exceedingly intelligent and powerful being. To ensure reality continues to unfold as desired, the 'god' entity will utilize the innate powers contained in the Dokkaebi-of-all-Creation to destroy various universes that make up the MultiVerse.Celestial beings most capable of stopping these plans for destruction become trapped in an alternate reality. Can they escape this illusion before their fates are sealed forever?Former twins from the lost continent of Atlantis will play pivotal roles in countering the threat of total annihilation for untold numbers of lives across the MultiVerse. Will they be able to help save their current home worlds and the mentors who have taught them so much?A beautiful and enlightened queen is enlisted in the team's quest to find an ancient artifact that could assist them in locating the Master Mage. This wizard is their only real hope for defeating the former celestial leader. Can this strange and unassuming being provide what is needed?While the outcome cannot be fully predicted from the discovered text and images, both sides prepare for an inevitable confrontation as the ancient prophecy plays out. As 'gods' and mortals face off in the battle for the future of all creation, which ideals and forces will reign supreme?

    But who cares? Theodore’s wife, Amber, is convinced that the end of the world is coming in the form of a giant asteroid.Needing a holiday, Theodore and his family find themselves living in a mystical island lighthouse on the wild Atlantic coast of Ireland, far away from the lunacy of the modern world. But not far enough, apparently...

    Instead, it left them completely exposed… Canadian border patrol officer Emma James has only one concern after putting a crime boss behind bars: keeping her daughter safe. But witness protection has a leak, and Emma's enemies know exactly where to find her. Now on the run with no safe haven, trusting her estranged former brother-in-law, police constable Mason James, to shield them is her only hope…From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

    It’s Happily Ever After.Or is it?Jane and Charlie have been imprisoned for two years now, serving a sentence especially chosen by their stepsister as justice for her sufferings. It seems that they’re the only two people in the world besides Ellen who know that Ellen’s “sufferings” were a carefully manipulative campaign to win a prince and a crown; the two stepsisters merely collateral damage.But now, trouble is brewing at the castle: death threats, torn gowns, ruined books.Is Ellen up to her old tricks, or is someone really trying to kill her? And when even their closest friends didn’t believe them innocent the first time, can Jane and Charlie escape the blame a second time if Ellen does die?

    To ensure reality continues to unfold as desired, the ‘god’ entity will utilize the innate powers contained in the Dokkaebi-of-all-Creation to destroy various universes that make up the MultiVerse.Celestial beings most capable of stopping these plans for destruction become trapped in an alternate reality. Can they escape this illusion before their fates are sealed forever?Former twins from the lost continent of Atlantis will play pivotal roles in countering the threat of total annihilation for untold numbers of lives across the MultiVerse. Will they be able to help save their current home worlds and the mentors who have taught them so much?A beautiful and enlightened queen is enlisted in the team’s quest to find an ancient artifact that could assist them in locating the Master Mage. This wizard is their only real hope for defeating the former celestial leader. Can this strange and unassuming being provide what is needed?While the outcome cannot be fully predicted from the discovered text and images, both sides prepare for an inevitable confrontation as the ancient prophecy plays out. As ‘gods’ and mortals face off in the battle for the future of all creation, which ideals and forces will reign supreme?

    James is sunlight and rainbows. By day, she sells her stunning artwork in Jackson Square. By night, she mixes spells and potions for her witchcraft shop, Hexes and Ohs, located in the French Quarter. Lilly’s life hasn’t been the same since she lost her beloved Grams, but she’s doing all right. That is until a local pirate casts a spell on her. Or so she thinks.Dominic Dubois is midnight and storms. By day, the Gargoyle leader over the southern states settles disputes and drinks rum. Lots of rum. By night, he flies high about his beloved city of New Orleans, keeping watch over humans and supernaturals alike. For almost seven hundred years, the former pirate has waited for the day a prophecy regarding his mate comes to pass.You met Lilly and Dom in Gregor, Book 2, and enjoyed watching as they became integral in the lives of their Clan. Now, read the story of how they met and came to be one of the biggest super couples in The Stone Society*** Lilly was first published as “The Pirate’s Spell” in the “Season of the Witch” anthology. It has been extended with over 5k words. ***

    

    Carefree. She has the world at her fingertips and a bright future ahead of her.Someone wants to steal that future.Someone wants to twist Violet's beauty into suffering and pain.There are monsters in the world, and this one is willing to pay a premium to ensure the innocent beauty cannot escape him.Every bounty, every job demands something new from Lionel "Beast" Plantier.This time he's been hired to kidnap an innocent maiden and deliver her to the devil in disguise.This time, the rejection, the repulsion and disgust caused by his horrible scars is taken from him with one soft, feminine caress.This time, he will risk everything to save an untouched beauty from a true monster, even marry her himself.But what will happen when this beauty is forced to marry a beast?

    I tell myself loneliness is a strength, even though deep down I long for companionship.The first time I leave my hiding place, I’m captured by hunters and taken to a seaside village, where I’m put on the auction block, my pointed ears on full display before a crowd of stunned humans… and one gigantic (and incredibly handsome) orc who is determined to cast the winning bid.I think Thorsen the Savage bought me to keep as a plaything, and I’m fully prepared to use my light fae magic against him. But when he removes the iron bands from my wrists, helps heal me, and promises to take me far away from the enemies who would hunt me down, I decide to make a deal with him.I’ll become his wife if he keeps me hidden in the Orc Realm.

    When her father dies, and with her ne’er-do-well twin brother on the other side of the world, it’s left to Gwen to fulfill her father’s wishes and scatter his ashes on the top of Glastonbury Tor in Somerset, England. Stepping into the ruined church tower, a gold ring catches her eye – a ring embossed with a dragon emblem. When Gwen picks it up, she’s snatched into the dangerous world of the Dark Ages, where she discovers she’s expected to fulfill a prophecy, by marrying Prince Arthur and helping him become the king of legend.Will she stay with Arthur?Arthur, Prince of Dumnonia, and son of the ailing King Uthyr Pendragon, has ruled the hilltop fortress of Din Cadan for his father since he was a boy of sixteen. But he has an older brother who looks set to inherit both the kingdom and the High Kingship. Tall, handsome, ruthless, he’s less than convinced that any prophecy can decide his future, and he doesn’t think he needs a wife. But news comes that his father is at last dying in far-off Viroconium. Taking Gwen with him, further and further from the Tor where she had hoped to return to her own world, he sets off to outwit his brother.Will he grow to love Gwen?

    

    And she seems prepared to do whatever it takes to land one. Even accepting me as her Daddy, just the way it was before.The first time I take her over my knee, our old flame doesn’t just spark again — it becomes an inferno, and it isn’t long before it consumes us both.But old lovers come with old wounds, and Millie Sue has already broken my heart once. If we can’t find a way to heal and trust each other again, our marriage may be over before it even begins

    Man meets woman. Sparks fly. All good love stories start here and usually face a myriad of challenges before the young couple find that together they are better. This set of Contemporary Christian romance stories come from writers across both sides of the pond and Downunder, proving that romance is not only a sweet thing, it's global. Here's a set of stories to inspire, encourage faith, and meet all the warm-fuzzy expectations. In this boxset, you'll receive a total of seven novellas from these popular Christian Romance authors: Fake Engagement Mistake © 2021 by Lisa ReneeLast Flight Home © 2021 Milla HoltFalling for Maddie Grace © 2021 Meredith ResceThe Billionaire's Impromptu Bet © 2021 Lorana HoopesHis Perfect Catch © 2021 Narelle AtkinsOriginally Yours © 2021 Carolyn MillerImperfectly Proverbs 31 © 2021 Autumn Macarthur

    Magic and myth will surround you, pushing the boundaries of what could be reality, and what is fantastical but still no less real. The Elven Prince is ready for his epic adventure. Are you?

    A homicide victim robbed of one of her organs fits the motive behind two previous serial cases, and she senses a connection. But when her former partner—the ex who chose his job over her—is asked to consult on the case, January will do whatever it takes to ensure he can’t compromise her or this investigation.Lincoln Dunn’s legendary career with the BAU is at risk. On probation with the unit, his only option is to solve this case ahead of January. But all too soon her insights, her compassion, and her determination to bring down a killer remind him of why he fell for her years ago. And threaten everything he’s set out to achieve.As January and Lincoln unravel a puzzle of greed and desperation, they must rediscover the trust they once shared to stop this new brand of serial offender. Before the killer’s collection is complete.

    

    The Academy for the Unbreakable Arts trains warriors. And Kelcie Murphy—a foster child raised in the human world—is dying to attend.A place at AUA means meeting Scáthach, the legendary trainer of Celtic heroes. It means learning to fight with a sword. It means harnessing her hidden powers and—most importantly—finding out who her parents are, and why they abandoned her in Boston Harbor eight years ago.When Kelcie tests into the school, she learns that she’s a Saiga, one of the most ancient beings in the Otherworld. Secretive, shunned, and possessed of imposing elemental powers, the Saiga are also kin to the Otherworld's most infamous traitor.But Kelcie is a survivor, and she’ll do whatever it takes to find her parents and her place in their world. Even if that means making a few enemies.

    She chews and chomps, slops and slurps, and gobbles and gnaws through breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the farm. But Masha grows tired of eating the same meals every day. She decides to venture outside the farm in search of something new.When Masha discovers The Bistro Magnifique, where waiters serve fancy meals in bow ties, Masha thinks it's her lucky day! But at a proper restaurant, can Masha satisfy her desire for wonderful food while staying true to herself? With colorful, intricate paper-cut art to amuse readers on every page, this timeless tale follows a young goat discovering that the best meal is the one shared with good friends.

    With a sharp mind and sharper tongue, she constantly defies family and society expectations with no regard for the consequences.Branna Kelly, only child of an Irish immigrant sailor, is hopelessly in love with Julia and imagines their life together as captains of their own fate. Left brokenhearted after Julia’s rejection, she embarks on a journey to chart a new shipping route to the Caribbean. Before Julia can explain her decision, Branna’s ship is overrun by merciless pirates. All hands are presumed lost.Fifteen years later, Julia is running the Farrow Company and sailing with the crew on her newest ship when an encounter with pirates leaves her the lone survivor to be rescued by the infamous Raven, hard-hearted captain of the mercenary ship, Banshee. Julia is shocked to discover her rescuer wears a familiar face.The Raven and the Banshee is a passionate tale of vengeance, forgiveness and second chance love in a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas.Content note: the book contains one brief scene of sexual assault and one mention of rape.

    When they collide with the Draki twins, their lives explode.Red’s always liked playing with fire, and Snow’s so frosty, she’s nicknamed the Ice Queen. Mom’s warned them not to use their powers. To be careful not to reveal they’re freaks.But when Snow and Red sneak out at night to have fun, they have no idea of the dangerous world they’re about to get dragged into—a world of dragon shifters, mages and deadly Fae.Snow and Red are attacked in an alley by a local gang. They instinctively react with fire and ice. Two buff guys swoop in to rescue them. Insanely attractive, with shimmering gold and silver tattoos on their faces and arms, the Draki twins may be more dangerous than the girls’ attackers.As the girls get to know them, they’re drawn deeper into the deadly underworld simmering beneath the thin veneer of Pinevale.Snow and Red is the first heart-pounding adventure in the Dragon Shifters’ Hoard YA paranormal romance series.If you love sizzling attraction, magic, urban fantasy and dragon shifters, pre-order your copy today.

    As far as Mark Luciano is concerned, nothing in his life needs fixing—not him, and certainly not his business.As part owner of Club Apocalypse, a resort catering to those who share certain proclivities, he’s perfectly happy with the small, select clientele they’ve curated. He doesn’t need some fancy suit telling him how to run his business—even if the advice is coming from the most stunning woman he’s ever seen. Worse, she’s right more than she’s wrong.When he discovers that behind closed doors Kendra enjoys taking orders rather than giving them, their relationship takes a turn he never expected.But trouble is coming for Club Apocalypse. If Mark can’t learn that sometimes even the Master must bend, he risks losing everything he’s worked to build.

    What they got was a Spanish Goatherder named Antonio.When a middle-aged English couple move to rural Spain, they are blissfully unaware that their dreams of running a small pony trekking business would be scuppered within six weeks of arriving. A sun-filled future looks bleak until a neighbour takes charge.As well as embarking on a crash course in goat midwifery and veterinary care, they also learn cliff climbing, bridge building and more than a little kung-fu.Will a goat, a sheep and two dogs rescue the couple as they battle to survive?

    The dangerous deep brings ruin to all. Emme has spent her life avoiding anything to do with pirates. But the fates are cruel, and now a hidden sickness leads her to partner with pirates for the one thing that can save her—a cure on an island none are certain exists.The pirate captain’s secrets are darker than the deep and threaten to kill them all. His obligations are tinged with betrayal, for his oathbind must be fulfilled. To ignore it is to invite peril of unimaginable destruction.As the adventure unfolds, the sea takes more than she expects and the sea gives more than he wants.

    Are you with us?That message changed everything. Reminding me of an oath I made years prior. An oath I am honor-bound to fulfill.Many years before, my team and I were pinned down by the enemy, hunkered down in a cave trying to make it through the night. An apparition appeared with an unbelievable prophecy about four swords.“It must not fall into the wrong hands. Those who would turn it to evil would have little trouble defeating the weapons of your world. You are Warriors of the Light. The other three swords, Caliburn, Clarent, and Arondight, will find you. The swords are charged with the powers of light and darkness. Take care that they do not fall into the hands of the Lady of the Lake.”He gave me one of four remaining swords from the Knights of the Round table, Courechouse. It has hung dormant on the wall over the fireplace in my Soho loft until recently.We made an oath to honor the prophecy when and if it came true. The unbelievable has happened and it is time for us to take up our swords and meet our destiny.Prophecy by USA Today Best Selling author Delta James is the thrilling prequel to the Masters of Valor series. Download now to enter a world where mystery, romance, and the supernatural converge. Author note: Prophecy is a supernatural romance with steamy heat in and out of the bedroom for mature readers.

    With Nana gone, she must protect the family farm from her opportunistic mother. It isn’t long before she is reminded of all the reasons she moved away. Though she no longer lets the small-town gossips bother her, ignoring the rekindled feelings she has for her teenage crush proves more difficult.For the last twenty years, Nate Dawson has been the hometown hero. High school football star, cattle ranching royalty, and now the county sheriff, he is admired, desired, and respected. But beneath his controlled, no-nonsense exterior is the tender heart of a young man who never forgot the girl who got away. With Audrey finally within reach, the smitten sheriff is determined not to waste his second chance.As Audrey works through her grief, battles her mother in court, and wrestles with the decision to keep or sell the farm, Nate refuses to let her push him away. Will surrendering to the love she has always wanted bring Audrey home for good?

    Violet Garland may be a duke’s daughter, but she has a strong streak of daredevil. What she wants most in life is adventure—and when she spots a Bow Street Runner among the ton, she knows she’s finally found it. She’ll help the investigator track down his villain, whether he wishes her to or not! Bow Street Principal Officer Perry Wintersmith does not want any assistance, especially from a female as persistent and annoying as Lady Violet Garland. Although Lady Violet does possess a most uncommon talent and she is exceptionally good at following people… Perhaps he ought to accept her offer of help? Together they might be able to unravel a rather perplexing mystery—and Perry may just avoid falling off any roofs.Take one adventure-seeking duke’s daughter, one solitary Bow Street Runner, a strange series of thefts, a dash of magic, a sprinkling of naughty drawings, and what do you have? A romp of a Regency romance that will sweep you through London’s alleyways and over its rooftops, with detours into cupboards, attics, bandboxes, and ballrooms.A Baleful Godmother novel.

    In the beautiful Somerset countryside, the majestic Roseford Hall has been painstakingly restored and is now ready for its grand opening. And as the writer in residence, Stella gets to see it all – from the rowdy resident peacocks, the hidden secrets of the Hall, to befriending the Lord of the Manor himself.At the other end of Roseford, single father, Chris Charlton is facing his own refurbishment woes. Rocked by a tragedy two years previously, his plans for crumbling Victorian wreck Halstead House are as stuck as he is. As Roseford Hall prepares to welcome a new era, and Halsted House’s future is under threat, Chris and Stella find themselves drawn to one another. Can they finally leave their pasts behind, and will Chris and Stella be able to embrace their new beginnings together – or apart… Escape to the beautiful, idyllic English countryside with Fay Keenan. Romantic, feel-good and utterly charming, this is perfect for all fans of Julie Houston, Cathy Bramley and Holly Martin.What authors and readers say about Fay Keenan’s novels: 'A gorgeous rural romance full of warmth and charm.' Victoria Connelly‘Guaranteed to put a spring in your step. Feel-good, frisky and great fun with a hearty dash of romance and intrigue.' Julie Houston 'Moving, funny, thoughtful and romantic. Bring on the next one!' Jenny Kane'This is a lovely and heart-warming story, that has a serious side hidden within the romance.' Amazon reviewer 'It was a wonderful book, guaranteed to put a smile on your face.' Amazon reviewer‘I was so engrossed in the storyline, which is thoroughly heart-warming, that I read the entire book without stopping. I always enjoy Keenan’s books and am looking forward to the next one!’ Amazon reviewer

    

    Taking only what he needs for the three or four hours he expects to be gone, he passes a vehicle in the parking lot. The handwritten note on the dashboard read: Not Abandoned. The view at the end of the trail was not what he expected—neither were the friendships. Two people with adventurous spirits, heading off into the unknown with only their physical fitness and combined knowledge to get them through everything they may encounter. How far could you make it?

    And now they’re after her!Janie doesn’t know who or why, only that she can’t run forever and Bullet seems as good a place as any to start over. Ross’s protective instincts are instantly aroused by the beautiful young widow, even as he senses she’s fleeing from something or someone in her past. Can he win her trust enough to ensure her safety? Will helping Janie redeem him from the mistakes in his past?

    Working together on a teak plantation, the two develop a rare friendship, which even today set standards around elephant care and conservation.But when another war forces them to leave their home in the Burmese jungle, the two undertake a journey that will test their friendship, taking trust, understanding, and bravery to the very limit. Together, they lead a group of refugees and over 70 elephants to safety, scaling 5000 ft mountains as they cross the border from Burma into northern India.

    Peter Smalley was certain of two things in life: England was full of dragons, and even very small dragons could cause very large problems.As a minor dairy farmer with rent coming due and no money to pay it, Peter had enough problems of his own to be bothered with dragons.Until a troubled dragon came looking for him.A dragon adventure fantasy set in the gaslamp regency world of the Blue Order of Jane Austen's Dragons.A delight for readers of Anne McCaffrey's The Dragon Riders of Pern and Naomi Novik's Temeraire.

    Everyone's favorite knight-in-training is back...to back! Max's twin is public enemy number one, and it's up to the Midknights to find her before time runs out! But dangers loom, including bloodthirsty trolls, murderous pirates, and even a ruthless king--or two.Can Max and her band of loyal friends unlock the mystery of her past?

    They call themselves the Foundation for an Active, Optimized and Rich Youth.We call them the F.ACT.O.R.Y.They took us in as broken kids, spared no expenses to put us back together.
When they thought we were ready they sent us out to the world to live our lives.
We were set loose but not free.
Each of us owes them one Favor.
And now they’ve come to collect.--------------------------------Factory ControllerHeatherThere are two things in life that you can’t outrun: death and taxes.The Factory sent me to Brazil to investigate a nun’s questionable tax returns.But instead of finding simple tax fraud, I discovered a human trafficking ring.Great.Now I’m running from mercenaries intent on keeping their dirty little enterprise a secret.I’m in a world of trouble.My escape plane was shot down and now I’m on foot.All I have to do is escape the Amazon rainforest.Escape from giant anacondas ready to coil and squeeze me to death.Avoid fuzzy spiders with venomous fangs.Evade poison dart frogs with skin so toxic that one tiny frog can kill ten people.And keep my hands off the most dangerous animal of all: Trent.He’s hotter than the afternoon humidity.Wilder than the jaguars that hunt us at dusk.More dangerous than the armed men on our heels.Now is not the time to fall in love.But I may not have a choice.He’s stolen my heart, and the only way to get it back is to make it out alive.TrentJust my luck!I picked up a crazy woman who thinks someone’s after her.She’s clearly paranoid, and probably delusional.She keeps ranting about a secret group called “The Factory.”I don’t believe a word of it.Besides, I’ve got bigger problems.I need to keep us alive long enough to prove that she’s nuts.I shouldn’t be drawn to her, but I am.Maybe I’m going crazy too.Keeping her safe in the jungle is the honorable thing to do.But what I’m feeling right now is anything but honorable.I want to kiss her luscious mouth.I want to stroke her irresistible curves.We may not live to see daylight, but in darkness, anything can happen.I just hope we live long enough to figure out what’s happening between us.

    November, 1823. When a doctor from the infirmary tells thief-taker Simon Westow about the brutal deaths of two young boys at the hands of a mill overseer, Simon's painful memories of his childhood reawaken. Unable to sleep, he goes for a walk - and stumbles upon the body of a young man being pulled from the river.Simon and his assistant, Jane, are drawn into investigating the deaths, seeking a measure of justice for the powerless dead. But the pursuit of the truth takes them down a dangerous and deadly path. Can they overcome a powerful enemy who knows he stands above the law in Leeds - and the shadowy figure that stands behind him?

    Their passion refuses to fizzle out and burns brighter, hotter, and, frighteningly, deeper every time. Rosetta manages to convince the land hating Alister to port. They need supplies and the Laughing Siren still needs repairs.BUT LAND MAY BE DANGEROUS FOR THEM - and not just because of the bounty on his head.Emotions within Rosetta are stirring and she doesn't have a compass to navigate these unfamiliar waters. Alister's behaviour in port isn't what she was expecting, and well, she isn't a saint either - far from it.HE'S LIKE A STORM, AND LIKE A SAVAGE THUNDERSTORM, SHE FEARS HE WILL SWEEP HER AWAY.However, the more she discovers about his complicated past and the true nature of this man, the more it has her wondering if she should give herself over to her feelings... or run.

    Forced to flee to the Americas, he follows in the footsteps of his pirate ancestor and plunders ships the length and breadth of the Spanish Main. Captured by the Spanish governor of Florida in the last days of the Seven Years War with the British, he agrees to attack Royal Navy vessels under the aegis of Letters of Marque. In exchange, he secures a pardon for himself and his crew.Valentina Melchor is trapped in St. Augustine with her father, the governor, when Florida is ceded to Britain by the Treaty of Paris.The turmoil caused by the end of the war is Santiago’s opportunity to flee, but he risks his life and his ship to rescue Valentina, despite his resolve to never trust a woman again.A high seas adventure set in the political mire that was the end of the Seven Years War in the Americas, “The Pirate Rogue” is a fast-paced, stand-alone adventure full of action, intrigue, and passion. This tale nicely balances the instant passion felt by the lead characters with the action-packed tension of the war ending. The plot flows and engages the reader from beginning to end. Overall, fans of pirates, intrigue, and page burning attraction will want to give read this book.

     Trapped miles beneath the surface, not even the Thai Navy SEALs had the skills to bring them to safety. With the floodwater rising rapidly, time was running out. Any hope of survival rested on Rick Stanton, a retired British firefighter with a living room full of homemade cave-diving equipment. As unlikely as it seemed, Rick and his partner, John Volanthen, were regarded as the A-team for exactly this kind of mission. The Thai Cave Rescue was the culmination of a lifelong obsession, requiring every ounce of skill and ingenuity accumulated by Rick over a four decade pursuit of the unknown. While the world held its breath, Rick, John, and their assembled team raced against time in the face of near impossible odds. There was simply no precedent for what they were attempting to do. . . .

    All goes well until the couple spends a day in Portland before turning around to head home. While there, they witness a gunfight and can’t wait to leave the unruly city behind. When underway, they encounter a freak storm, and in the chaos find a young stowaway onboard.Hollie Brown is a colorful character, choosing to conceal the hurts of her past with dramatic speech and romantic inclinations—all of which make her a loveable character and the perfect candidate to become Oregon’s youngest matchmaker.Join Tariana and Jamie in this heartwarming family adventure as they endeavor to create a new definition for their lives and in the home, they’d originally planned for two. Is there room in their hearts for the troubled orphan or should she be placed with more experienced parents?Love, family, and compassion for the homeless will tug at your emotions as the Lord leads and directs these fictional characters in this second historical romance contribution that will launch the Mini Matchmaker coupling from here on in.Book 2 in this series is a bridge; a chance encounter between the newlyweds, Tariana and Jamie from book 1, Obsessed in Oregon, and the soon-to-be instigator of the Heartwarming Mini Matchmaker Agency—the youngest undercover business in Oregon City.

    Time-twisting magic. What she doesn’t want? A knight to the rescue.As Vildi, the less important princess of Rimdalir, my duty is to marry, and marry well. To the glacial chasms of hell with that!I want adventure. A nice, suitor-free yet fairy-tale adventure. I can even endure rants about a tragic prince, if it brings me honey cake. Throw in a few mysteries, a sprinkle of old magic, and I’m happy.That's what I thought.Yet upon arriving in Lakari, Land of the Sun, I wander through familiar streets. I recognize the people, the taverns, even the black cat strolling as royalty through the market square. In this new land, no one was supposed to know my name, and yet I'm hunted.Already they have killed me many, many times. And so I start over.When a stranger finds me in the desert night, will he be my savior, or my undoing?

    

    Publication is set for January 2022; Elizabeth Harding at Curtis Brown Ltd. handled the deal for world rights. Illustrations by Sara Gómez Wooley. From Ching Shih, a Chinese pirate who presided over a fleet comprised of some 80,000 men (Blackbeard had 400!), to Anne Bonny who famously ran away from an arranged marriage to don trousers and brandish a pistol in the Bahamas, to Sayyida al Hurra, an Islamic queen who ruled the Western Mediterranean, this edgy illustrated book proves that since ancient times women have made their mark in all aspects of history—even pirate lore.Reviewed by some of the world’s leading pirate experts and historians, Pirate Queens showcases six gutsy women who dared to rule the high seas.

    So, despite her attraction to Tyler Bishop, finding his runaway missing niece isn’t a priority. Besides, the charming PI’s penchant for bending rules exasperates the by-the-book cop. But when a leak in her department brings Cassie under suspicion, joining forces with the tantalizing rebel is her only option.From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order:

    

    Following the creature into a cave one full moon, they are swept into an alternate, ideal, world – one where pollution and conflict have been conquered decades ago and even their own families seem happier.But when they return, no one believes them. So, with a global war looming in their own world, their quest for proof of the Sideways World becomes ever-more urgent, in a nail-biting race against time.And Willa and Manny will have to make an impossible decision: because once you find a perfect world, can you ever leave it behind . . .?

    Hired to restore the landscaping surrounding the vintage Route 66 motel where she met and married her late husband, she's determined to have everything her way - no matter how many times her employers threaten to fire her. When retired Navy captain Zach Stratton is called in to assist with a 'brat problem,' he jumps at the chance to see his old friends. It doesn't hurt that the brat in question is gorgeous, stubborn, and exactly what he never knew he needed. All he has to do is convince her to take a chance on them both.

    When a local man offers her shelter for the night, she nervously accepts, only to discover the next day that her handsome and likable host is actually a viscount.She plans to leave again as soon as the fog lifts, but unfortunately she falls and badly hurts her ankle, and when the local doctor orders her to stay off it for a month, her titled host insists she stay with him to recuperate. The strict code of conduct he grew up with says that as a guest in his home she is under his protection, a mandate he takes seriously. How could either have imagined that one month together would forever change their lives?This is book one of The Highland Viscount series and can be enjoyed independently. Book two is coming soon.Publisher’s Note: This contemporary romance contains elements of mystery, sensual scenes, power exchange, and a happily for now.

    Faraday! With the help of his foster siblings Lilou and Nico, Atlas goes on a quest into the Multiverse to discover the truth about his father’s whereabouts. Their adventure takes them to countless new realms, where they encounter various characters — some friends and some foes — and through courage, overcome a series of challenges as they race to uncover the mysteries of family, friendship, and loyalty.

    Jake had a scary time on the streets after getting out of the yard as a puppy. Once he was rescued from the Humane Society he promised to always be grateful for as many things as possible in his life. Let Jake show you the way to being happier and more fulfilled in life by seeing all the many things for which he is grateful...and maybe you can find a few along the way as well!

    As he grows to manhood will he be able to unravel the mystery of his father’s death? Or will his father’s killers find him first?The Silver Wolf is a tale of secrets and treachery and the relentlessness of fate – but it is also a story of courage and compassion, of love and loyalty and ultimately of salvation too.Book One of Fiskardo’s War marks the start of a series of unforgettable, epic historical fiction for readers of Ken Follett and Kate Mosse.'This is superb storytelling. Harvey handles a huge cast of characters and a mountain of research with enviable confidence, and gives us a gift of a hero. I am completely invested in Jack Fiskardo now, and will eagerly follow him through many more battles and beds, murders and mayhem, to reach his nemesis. Readers everywhere are in for a treat!' - Tracy Chevalier, bestselling author of Girl With A Peal Earring'Outstanding' - S.W. Perry, author of The Jackdaw Mysteries series‘A powerfully impressive debut. Multi-layered, compelling and intriguing, The Silver Wolf draws us into the murky underbelly of Europe’s Thirty Years’ War. Gripping stuff!’ – Minette Walters, bestselling author of The Last Hours and The Swift and the Harrier

    She finally followed her heart to Scotland, the home of her ancestors. When she falls in the woods near her ancestral family home, she awakens with a pair of strong arms wrapped around her – and is convinced that she has finally gone mad.Son of the laird of the McDermonts, Alec is torn between avoiding his arranged marriage and keeping peace with a warring clan. Convinced treachery is on the horizon, he needs a plan – and when he finds Jaime alone in the woods, he senses a way out.When Jaime agrees to a fake marriage, little does she know the depths of Highland clan politics she is falling into. Finding herself caught between Alec and his family, she must help keep the peace before she returns where she belongs… if only she can discover just where that is.This is a steamy Scottish time travel romance and was previously published as Bride for a Time.

    Fabian is a dream come true — sexy, patient, and deliciously dominant. In his arms I find the Daddy I've always wanted and more pleasure than I can bear.But a few days of bedroom games can't erase the pain of my past. And when my world comes crashing down around me, I'm forced to decide if I can trust my new Daddy to rescue me one more time.

    

    He just didn't realise how difficult the decision would be. After being chased out of every territory he entered, Echo is almost out of options.Then he finds a land beyond the mountains, untouched by wolves.Is this too good to be true? Surely there's nothing scarier than the big bad wolf?Find out in this prequel short story to Home to the Wild, a young adult adventure series.

    Powerless and desperate, the eleven hundred passengers and crew must face their new reality: No one is coming to save them.The First Mate. The EMP destroys the captain’s pacemaker, killing him in a heartbeat and Gunner McCrae is thrust into the top position. But no amount of training could prepare him for the savagery of desperate humans and an unforgiving ocean.The Anchor-woman. Gabrielle Kinsella is known for bringing shocking stories to the world. She should be reporting on the headline of the century. Instead she’s fighting for her children’s lives.The Acrobat. Held captive by a predator as a child, Madeline Jewel found freedom as the ship’s acrobatic dancer. But being trapped in an elevator brings her worst fears back to life.The Gambler. With the ship’s security system obliterated, notorious gator hunter, Zon Woodrow, turns his attention to the casino’s vault. But that’s not all he’s planning to attack.Prepare for an EMP disaster survival thriller of epic proportions!Waves of Fate Box Set contains the complete series – First Fate, Feral Fate and Final Fate.Download today and settle in for a long night reading.

    but who is determined to escape to freedom.Twelve-year-old Sophie has spent her entire life behind the Berlin Wall, guarded by land mines, towers, and attack dogs. A science lover, Sophie dreams of becoming an inventor... even though that's not likely on her side of the Wall, where the Stasi, the secret police, are always watching.Though she tries to avoid their notice, when her beloved neighbor is arrested, Sophie is called to her principal's office. There, a young Stasi officer asks Sophie if she'll spy on her neighbor as an informant once she is released. Sophie doesn't want to agree, but in reality has no choice: The Stasi threaten that her mother, who has a disability from post-polio syndrome, could be taken to an institution if Sophie does not comply.Sophie is backed into a corner, until she learns secrets about her family on the other side of the Wall. This could be what she needs to attempt an escape with her mother to freedom -- if she can invent her way out.

    Their journey takes them into the heart of the dangerous Llano Estacado region known as the Comancheria. The area is ruthlessly defended by a band of Quahadi Comanche and their stoic leader, Lonely Horse. The Troop encounters a large group of Comanches and the gun-running Comancheros at Mushaway Mountain, close to Gail, Texas. A quick battle ensues that leaves eight men dead. Post Cavalry life finds Tree Smith and Cedar Jones as cowhand and cook on the large Rolling J cattle ranch in South Texas bordering the Rio Grande River. The ranch employs two Vaqueros from the village of Montenegro in Mexico, just across the river, whom Tree befriends. The quiet life on the Rolling J ranch is brought to an abrupt halt when a local sheriff warns that a band led by the cold-blooded, sadistic killer known as Gato Montes has been preying on the ranches along the Rio Grande. After the sheriff is nearly killed by these men, Tree is tasked with tracking them down, only this time, he is traveling alone and the dangers are greatly multiplied. His epic journey takes him back into the Llano Estacado where he is captured by Lonely Horse and taken to Mushaway Mountain where the Comanche carry out their own form of frontier justice. Tree’s return journey puts him on the same path as Marco, a Mexican goat herder, who rides with him to the Mexican Village of Montenegro, where Tree meets Julia, who changes his life forever after he becomes involved in and bears witness to the wonderful celebration of Dia de los Muertos.

    Her uncle helped annul the marriage and Caroline had moved on. Only apparently her heart hadn’t.David Tomlinson couldn’t believe his eyes when he sees Caroline. Years ago he’d done his best to reunite with to his estranged wife, but he could never break through the tight circle of her family. He’s intrigued to see her. Not that her presence changes anything. She acts as if she never knew him and he followed her lead. The others in competition for the account make it easier to keep his distance.Can mistakes of the past be forgiven and true love triumph? This emotional reunion story will have you hoping for a happy ever after for Caroline and David all along the way. Get your copy today.

    Mason and his rag-tag crew become embroiled in a global chase to find the book before the Vatican’s deepest secret can be revealed…

    Unless you count the power she quickly has over Alastair’s rough and ragged heart.Together, the unlikely duo travels the Highlands, seeking clues to the ancient one.But the scars of Alastair’s past prevent him from seeing where the clues are leading.And when the enemy closes in, Ivy wonders if she’ll ever be enough to save her wild and damaged lover.Read the series reviewers call “paranormal romance at its best” and “a must read!” For fans of Kresley Cole and Jaymin Eve.

    At first, Layah thought it was bird song - a high thin sound which became a melody, rising and falling. And each night, it returned.'Strange things have been happening to Layah and her younger sister, Izzie, ever since their mother dragged them to a rain-soaked cottage miles from anywhere in the Lake District: there is a peculiar whistling at night, a handful of unusual feathers appear on their doorstep and there are murmurings of a shadowed woman in the forest. And their mother is behaving very oddly. Layah is mourning the loss of her dear grandmother in Poland - and can almost hear her Babcia's voice telling her the old myths and fairy tales from that magical place.And as the holiday takes on a dark twist, Layah begins to wonder if the myths might just be real.

    Panic broke out. UFO fanatics celebrated welcome parties. But it became clear quickly, the aliens were not coming with peaceful intentions. Every government on Earth mobilized all the forces and weapons they had at their disposal to fight off the enemy. The war lasted only three days. Three days until humanity was forced to surrender to the Kalodians.Country borders were dissolved. Instead, the entire world is now divided into administrative districts, each with a Kalodian overlord. They divided humanity into three categories. Slaves. Feeders. And Breeders. The world as we knew it no longer exists.I got my assignment. I am a Feeder now. And to none other than our new overlord, Bael Nawjarro. The thought of being available as a living blood bank to the cruel vampire alien triggers revulsion and fear in me. But it's also an opportunity for the secret resistance organization my brothers belong to, to gather information and take out our overlord. But things get complicated when my new master is hungry for more than just my blood. As much as I hate him and his race, it gets harder with each passing day to resist the handsome monster's erotic charisma. I cannot fail. The future of humanity may depend on my mission. If only my body would listen to my mind.Trigger warningThis is a Dark Alien Romance. The story contains triggers such as dub-con, torture, killings and degradations. If such material makes you uncomfortable, this book is not for you.

    She's run back to school to escape.But can she? Now, things are only getting worse. Her friends think she needs a keeper;she thinks differently, but proving it to them is a challenge.Especially when it comes to convincing Max Knightly, who seems determined to protect her. Max has been watching her closely since her recent diagnosis of diabetes.But he quickly finds there is more going on in Abby's life than just an illness.Someone is after her; the question is... Who?

    And just when Michael Tanner was starting to notice her! She'd dreamed of dancing with the youth at the Yule Ball for years. Even her endless optimism was failing her, especially in the face of the wild, ruthless boomtown she and her father land in.Secrets and danger lurk at nearly every turn, and when Lola meets a handsome young man who turns up at the most suspicious times, she begins to think he might have something to do with the 601 Vigilantes, a mysterious group who have taken the law into their own hands.Will Lola and her beau find a way to be together despite mounting threats or will lawlessness tear them apart?Gold Rush Bride Lola is a companion tale to the Heart of a Miner series and guarantees a sweet happily-ever-after.Enjoy the Heart of a Miner series in order:SilverGoldCopperAmethystGold Rush Lola

    Certainly, she's not important enough to merit a real stalker. Her fear grows when the notes and bizarre contacts, from her #1 Fan, become more frequent and threatening as she continues to ignore his affections.Amon “Cash” Richey, a prominent rodeo saddle bronc rider, sees the danger in this situation and his interest in Sharon grows as he is drawn to protect her. Falling in love would be so easy. But Sharon's best friend, Riley, has called dibs on the handsome cowboy. As a result, Sharon's integrity prevents her from allowing Cash's affections.#1 Fan starts looking like a treacherous stalker. Sharon's bravery when faced with this danger is sometimes misguided, however, and she doesn't always see how foolish it might be. Cash, realizing Sharon is the woman he wants in his life, takes her in-hand when she needs counsel the most. He’s determined to keep her safe with any means possible, including a hot bottom if necessary.When the stalker becomes potentially deadly can Cash find a way to help Sharon in her hour of need?This is book three in the Rodeo Roughies series and can be enjoyed independently.Publisher’s Note: This contemporary western romance contains elements of mystery, suspense, action, adventure, danger, potential triggers for some readers, sensual scenes, power exchange and a happily ever after.

    Yet when Victor mandates that everything from purchasing groceries to seeing a doctor will require a mark of allegiance to him, Emma Grady and her friends in New York know they must flee. Meanwhile, in Israel, the Jewish people worship Victor as a messiah, not realizing he intends to seal their doom. As Jews and Jesus-followers around the globe lose their lives, Zerah Adler strives to protect as many as possible in this violent, volatile time. In this spellbinding conclusion to the end-times trilogy that began with The Time of Jacob’s Trouble, bestselling author Donna VanLiere brings the stories of Emma and Zerah to a riveting close. In the final chapters, you’ll discover what God’s Word reveals about the glorious future that awaits you and see that things aren’t spiraling downward but are actually looking up!

    Flocks of cows replace crows flying in the sky. Giant shoes (not shores!) live on the sandy beaches of her town. What could have happened to the eighteenth letter of the alphabet? Did it get lost—or stolen? One way or another, the town needs to be saved!

    What if life gave you a second chance to make a different decision? Divorced 41 year old amateur photographer Campbell will get just that when she’s asked to tour with one of the biggest rock bands 20 years after walking away from them, and the rock-n-roll life.

    When crime starts making its way onto their streets, the group of men brought together by circumstance, rather than choice, band together to keep their town safe. One movie night watching a good ol' gangster film is all they need to motivate them to take action, thereby forming the Suburban Watchdogs. If criminals think they can just waltz into the Suburban Watchdogs' territory without resistance, they are mistaken.Justin takes matters one step further by adopting Karma. Karma is a... female dog, and she'll make sure you get what's coming to you.Join the group of unlikely friends and their canine companion on their hilarious vigilante mission and laugh at the chaos and mayhem that ensues.

    Fields and villages lie abandoned but for crows and corpses. Roads and highways are unpatrolled but for marauders and murderers. In these dark and dangerous times, the wise keep to themselves.But disgraced Knight Gerard Fox cannot afford to be wise. He has been robbed of his ancestral home, his family name tarnished. To regain his lands and redeem his honour, he sets forth to petition the one man who can restore them.Fate places Fox on the wrong road at the wrong time. Riding deep into the wild woods, he hurtles towards a chance encounter. It will entangle him with an enigmatic woman, a relic of incalculable value and a dark family secret. It will lead him far from home and set him on a collision course with one of the most ambitious and dangerous men in Europe – a man on the cusp of seizing Christendom's highest office.And now, Fox is the only one standing in his way.

    She is young, beautiful, and wealthy—but catching an eligible husband is the last thing on her mind. Marian is disillusioned with how the upper class lives while the poor of London suffer, and she is determined to right this imbalance. When she comes face-to-face with a mysterious man who steals from arrogant aristocrats and redistributes the spoils to the poor, Marian recognizes a motivation that mirrors her own. She is determined to discover the true identity of the unscrupulous hero and offer her assistance. When she unmasks the bandit Robin, he begrudgingly agrees to train the lovely Marian in the art of thievery in exchange for her silence, quickly realizing that his heart may be stolen next. But when they discover a copycat thief operating in London, they are faced with a foe whose purpose is far from noble. Amid distracting suitors, becoming a champion of the poor, and a growing attraction Marian can’t ignore, can she and Robin expose the renegade pilferer without risking themselves.

    One resident is walking on the ceiling, one is riding their wheelchair through walls, and Reggie says his marmalade is haunted (no one listens). Can Max and his friends work out what’s happening to protect his family and the local community?Things aren’t looking good: the Marmalade Ghost is turning into a sticky Godzilla, Max falls out with his (joint) best friend, and then just when it can’t get any worse, someone kidnaps Max’s cat, Frankenstein…Time to ‘Protect and Do Good Stuff!’

    A network of spies and saboteurs.Valia Iceborn is the daughter of two worlds, and a servant of none: her mother was a Northern outlaw and her father a Southern deserter. She grew up in the wilds of No Man’s Land, but the open sea is her home. She swears no allegiances, lest they be to gold.Knight Protector Portia Daysen is a loyal of daughter of the empire. She goes where she’s told, and does what she’s told. When the empire sends her to the bustling city of Black Port to ferret out a mysterious secret order threatening stability in the region, she doesn’t think twice.Plunged into a world of deceit and derring-do, where no one is who they pretend to be, and nothing is at it seems, Daysen’s investigation leads her to Valia’s dock.And crossing sabers with the most formidable – and charming – foe of her career might be the last mission Knight Protector Portia Daysen ever takes.

    

    Mim Cohen roams the world in a travelling bookshop, with her dad and brother and a horse called Flossy. Flossy leads them where she will, to the place where they're needed most ... the place where the perfect book will find its way home.Now Mim has arrived on a charming Greek Island, where a wedding is about to take place. Everyone is excited - everyone, that is, except the bride and groom.Mim knows they're here to help Anjelica, the bride. To stop the wedding. To set her free to follow her dreams.If only Anjelica would read the right book, the one Mim gave her. If only she would stop reading the wrong book.From award-winning author Katrina Nannestad and beloved illustrator Cheryl Orsini comes an enchanting series for young readers.

    This book now includes 17 tasty, diverse and flavourful recipes from the world's seven largest countries. Children will be excited with the realistic pictures and illustrations included in this recipe cookbook and will learn some fun facts from each of the seven largest countries."7 Days of Flavour" includes the 17 flavourful recipes with fun facts from the world's seven largest countries and with children in their cultural clothes from their own country. Each country you visit will have two recipes of tasty and flavourful food dishes for you and your child to experience. May you and your child enjoy this time together in the kitchen by exploring the different cuisines while boosting their confidence.

    

    . . and lunch!Hector, Terrence, and Dee have always wondered about their school lunch lady. What does she do when she isn't dishing out the daily special? Where does she live? Does she have a lot of cats at home? Little do they know, Lunch Lady doesn't just serve sloppy joes--she serves justice! Whatever danger lies ahead, it's no match for LUNCH LADY in these two exciting adventures packed into one book! Get ready for the return of this exciting series, by the author of Hey, Kiddo.This new edition includes brand-new, full-color version of Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute and Lunch Lady and the League of Librarians, as well as all-new exciting backmatter!

    Whether they're tender sprouts just beginning to discover themselves or deeply rooted leaders fiercely defending those they love, the people in these stories have this in common: you can't tell them what to do. They grow as they please.Full table of contents:The Aloe's Bargain by Julian StuartThis Story is Called "The Transformation of Things" by P.H. LeeUncharting Territory by Jessica YangThe Thing About the Jack-o'-Lanterns by Maggie DamkenMidnight Candy by Wren DouglasThe Mandrake Loves the Olive by Sonia SulaimanSeedlings by Audrey R. HollisDandelion Wishes by Leora SpitzerThe Princess and the P. Sativum by Jennifer Lee RossmanSapspear Syrup by Bradley ScottA Lumberjack's Guide to Dryad Spotting by Charles PayseurFolded Into Tendril and Leaf by Bogi TakácsFeeding Coals by Mile H.Reclaiming Our Roots by Hanna A. NiravHow to Make a Spell Jar by EA CrawleyThe Tree Whisperer by Oluwatomiwa Ajeigbewhat the water gave by Cynthia ZhangTo Build a Garden by C.B. Blanchard

    But twelve-year-old Mara is not entirely human. She is the granddaughter of Stribog, the god of winter winds and she’s determined to bring her beloved father back from the dead. Though powerless, Mara and her best friend Torniv, the bear-shifter, set out on an epic journey to defy the gods and rescue her father.On their epic journey they will bargain with forest lords, free goddesses from enchantments, sail the stormy seas in a ship made of gold and dodge the cooking pot of the villainous Baba Latingorka. Little do the intrepid duo know of the terrible forces they have set in motion, for the world is full of darkness and Mara will have to rely on her wits to survive.