Lovers. Enemies.Sometimes the lines between them are blurred. He broke my heart back in college.And now, years later, a chance meeting has him claiming he never dumped me.Says I dumped him. Broke his heart. Ruined his life. Someone is lying.It's not me.But the thing is - it's not him either. I'm SO over him.Okay, maybe not.But he doesn't have to know that.Because loving him again isn't worth the risk I'd have to take or the secret I'd be forced to reveal.Or is it? Book Two — White Lilies Her best friend's husband.A twist of fate.They wanted her to have their baby.She was never supposed to fall in love with him... or was she?A story about unconditional love, heartbreaking loss, and undying friendship.Book Three — Black Roses They've kept her from coming home.Now she's risking everything to return.She thought it would be a quick trip. Show up. Say the right words. Then she'd be gone.She never counted on meeting him.The football star.The single dad.He knew she was shattered by some event she kept hidden under lock and key.The clues on her body failed to reveal her secrets - unlike scars on his body that clearly publicized his.The clock was ticking, giving him only a short time to uncover the true meaning of the flower branded into her flesh.Because if she got back on that plane, he knew it would be forever.**Due to adult language and sexual situations, these books are intended for mature audiences.

    I don’t know how to stop my breath from leaving me. She’s my everything, my woman, my life, my love, my glue. She saw me, even as I tried to hide, but I wanted her to, because I wanted her. Now, I have to find my way back, my way back to my Nicole. At six foot seven, there was no way for me to miss him. I love him with everything I am. That will never be the problem. I need Caleb to remember we are a team and then I need him to fight for that team, because this time, my love alone is not enough. **This book has strong language and sexual content. This Book is for Mature Readers 18+

    Then he hurt me. He wrecked me. He ruined me. I spent three years putting myself together—fixing what he broke. I never thought I'd see him again after that day. I was counting on it. Little did I know—life had other plans...and things were going to become a lot more complicated. Asher—I finally know who I am. I own it, I embrace it...I'm no longer afraid. I live my life with no regrets now, because I've learned my lesson—the hard way. I thought I had it all figured out. But then my past collides with my present...and things become complicated. Turns out I don't really know myself after all. Landon— My life was all mapped out. I knew exactly what direction I was heading in—I didn't have time for any roadblocks or obstacles. Then I meet her. And him. Now, my heart is split right down the middle. She controls the rhythm. He controls the melody. Complicated doesn't even begin to cover it...and there's only one way this can end. Warning: This story is for mature readers only, due to language and sexual themes. This duet contains explicit content featuring m/f, m/m, m/f/m. Trigger Warning: This story is strange and unconventional. It's everything you hate. That's the only warning I can offer you.

    and the campus revolutionary, Zora Diallo have an unexpected and powerful encounter just before winter break, no one could have been more surprised than they were. While they’re home for the holiday, what started as a temporary fling continues and strengthens. But will their new bond survive their return to campus? Back at school, Deuce’s reputation as a wealthy and directionless player, and Zora’s as a young-woman-to-watch mean that their friends, priorities and maybe even their values might be sharply at odds. Can the power of their newfound passion for each other withstand their differences? Zora is looking to change the world, but Deuce is just enjoying being young, rich and Black. And ultimately, maybe the pull of their divergent paths will be stronger than the pull toward each other ...

    Literally. After being given a terminal diagnosis, he is living on borrowed time. Determined to make the best of the life he has left, Landon makes a bucket list of all the things he wants to accomplish before he dies. Big and small. It all counts. Abel was supposed to be nothing more than a tick on that list. A random, faceless hook-up in a country far from home. Besides, what are the chances he’ll ever see him again? Assertive and free-spirited Abel has different plans. One night with Landon is never going to be enough. He’ll follow him to the ends of the earth and worm his way into Landon’s heart—somehow. Fighting against all his ingrained urges to run, Landon finds himself drawn down a road he swore he’d never take. But Abel doesn’t know Landon is sick. How can anyone love a man with no future? Telling Abel might cause him to run, but staying silent means living a lie. A lie that will only reveal itself in time. **This story ends with a HFN.**

    I didn’t know he was filthy. Truth be told, I was only trying to get his best friend to notice me. I knew poor scholarship girls like me didn't stand a chance against guys like Weston King and Donovan Kincaid, but I was in love with his world, their world, of parties and sex and power. I knew what I wanted—I knew who I wanted—until one night, their world tried to bite me back and Donovan saved me. He saved me, and then Weston finally noticed me, and I finally learned what it was to be in their world. Because when dirty, filthy, rich boys play, they play for keeps. From NYT Bestselling author Laurelin Paige, discover a whole new world filled with sex, love, power, romance and dirty, filthy rich men.

    With his presence, he has unknowingly broken that something inside of me that makes me who I am.Being around him is like standing in a rainstorm. First the drops tickle my skin, and then they coat me, refusing to be ignored. Finally, they soak into me, reaching parts of me I don’t think anyone has ever touched.When dreams turn into reality, will the picture in my mind transfer to paper?These were written for a promo tour I did for Fallen Crest Home’s book release. I added a few extra surprises in here, and wanted to make them available for everyone. This is done as a thank you to the readers.

    is at it again with the first installment of her new riveting series. Twyla T. brings fast-paced drama, intrigue, and twists in another 5-star book. Ashanti McNeal dealt with twenty-three-year-old Kentay Mills sneakily for years and now at the age of eighteen she is happy to be in an open to be in a relationship with him. She knows that Kentay loves her, but his love for the streets, as well as other women often complicates their relationship. Despite the fact that Kentay doesn’t treat her the way she should be treated, Ashanti just can’t seem to let him go. Kentay has known the streets his entire life. Besides his love for the hustle, Ashanti is the only woman that has his heart but it doesn’t stop his from veering off and dealing with other women; including women he knows should be off limits. When he’s not with Ashanti or dealing with other woman, he’s hustling alongside his best friend Slick. Kentay learns to keep his friends close and his enemies closer. Twenty-year-old college basketball superstar, Ahmad Jones is the big man on campus at Mississippi State. Everyone knows him; that was until he met Ashanti. They instantly hit it off as friends but the chemistry between them is too strong for either of them to deny. As she’s preparing to start a new journey at Mississippi State, Ashanti and Kentay’s relationship is tested. Kentay notices her pulling away and tries to get himself together to make sure she remained with him but it may be too late. With test after test and betrayal after betrayal, the question remains if their relationship is strong enough to withhold what’s being thrown their way or has Kentay pushed Ashanti too far? Truths will be revealed. Secrets will be unmasked. Pain will be inevitable. Relationships will dissolve. And, some relationships will launch. When it’s all said and done, who will be standing tall at the finish line? Check out Pretty Lips That Thugs Love and see what storms are brewing in this urban fiction love story between Ashanti, Kentay, and Ahmad.

    Making sure he worked hard to deserve the opportunities provided to him, Noah is where he's dreamed of being - starting QB for Portland Pioneers. Together, with his model girlfriend by his side, life can't get much better. Except that standing in his path is Peyton Powell-James, his life-long friend and the one woman he can never have. Peyton Powell-James always knew her future would be in football and dreams of having a successful sports journalism career once she graduates college. After being given the assignment to cover a professional game from the sidelines, Peyton believes that everything is going to plan. Until one fateful night changes her life. Harsh reality sets in for Noah and Peyton. One could lose everything, while the other struggles to keep the families together.

    Second chances are meant only for those that deserve them.Love isn’t enough to heal when you’ve shattered a heart.Love isn’t enough to make you forget.Love isn’t enough to make you look back when you’re supposed to be moving forward.Love just—isn’t enough.I broke Fallyn McIntyre, and in doing so I broke myself.Betrayal, addiction, and years separate us.I’m no longer the man I used to be.But I’m still not sure I’m man enough.

    My mistake.Embarrassed, I slunk out without an apology.I was never going to see the handsome stranger again anyway, right?That’s what I thought… until I walked into class the next morning.Well, hello Professor West, I’m your new teaching assistant.I’ll be working under you… figuratively speaking.Although the literal interpretation might not be such a bad thing — working under, Professor West.This was going to be interesting…

    In fact, my family is ideal — funny, supportive and filled with couples that all follow "our" golden rule: Find her. Protect her. Love only her, with everything you are, every day, for the rest of your life. So why is it the mere thought of a monogamous relationship, more than one night with the same woman, sends me bolting in the other direction? Because I hadn't met Bellamy Morgan yet. When I do cross paths with her, everything starts to slowly make sense. Why men change overnight — suddenly blind to all women but her, happy to hold her purse and watch corny movies. Just one problem — she's my little sister's best friend. Embody is a spin-off, STANDALONE novel from the bestselling Evolve Series.

    Player. Ready to score. Theo Montgomery is Carlton University's most promising student athlete – and it’s biggest player. Confident, charming, and handsome as sin, there isn’t a single girl on campus who is immune to this quarterback. Except Allie. ​ Smart. Sassy. Not interested. Allie Perez can’t stand jocks. Especially the spoiled, cocky, womanizing types like Theo. She could have gone her entire college career without ever seeing his smarmy smile again. Except…they’ve been paired together for a major class project. ​ The solution seems simple: set their differences aside for the sake of their grades. Until one bet changes everything. ​ She thinks he's the last guy she should fall for. He's determined to change her mind. What happens when the one person you hate becomes the one person you can't live without? An enemies to lovers romance filled with heat, snark, and a dash of football.

    Set in 2008, the powerful crux of this new play is knowing the fate of the characters long before it's even in their sights.Based on Nottage's extensive research and interviews with real residents of Reading, Sweat is a topical reflection of the present and poignant outcome of America's economic decline.

    Done.Do not continue to text. Do not flirt.A wrong number shouldn't be the first person on your mind in the morning, or the last at night...and you're definitely not supposed to talk them into buying a baby goat.Because that would be weird.When Zach Hastings and I get into a wrong-number mix-up, we don't follow the rules. We keep texting and flirting, because he's wicked funny and perfectly nerdy and a wonderful distraction.I'm not looking for love, and Zach definitely had the wrong number.But maybe...Maybe he's the right guy.

    Each book follows a new couple.Finlay Thatcher is a lost soul, guilt-ridden after the death of her twin brother. When Alabama's football coach gives her the opportunity to work for him, she knows it's her chance to move on, even if it means living her brother's dream. Caden Brooks is Alabama's star quarterback. He's got it all. The attention of adoring fans. A girlfriend who'd do anything to hold on to him. And a future in the pros. He's getting along just fine until Finlay steps into his life, despising him at first sight and pushing his buttons like no other. Unfortunately for Finlay, and her attempt to keep Caden at arm's length, there's nothing Caden loves more than a challenge. The problem with this challenge is she comes with a secret that has the power to destroy everything.

    That’s all it was supposed to be. It never crossed my mind that I was about to collide with a man who would obliterate every plan I ever made. My mother has always warned me that love is like a lightning bolt and it strikes without warning. But I had no intention of getting struck by either lightning or love anytime soon. I’d be too busy finishing my journalism degree and landing a job in a city far more sophisticated than Phoenix. There was certainly nothing in the cards about getting involved with an ex-ballplayer turned nightclub boss. He was too old for me, too complicated, too distracting. On the surface we had almost nothing in common except the draw of an overpowering physical connection. The seasonal job at a local resort was going to be temporary. He was going to be temporary. But insufferably sexy, arrogant Dalton Tremaine has other ideas. And the harder I fall for him the more I can’t find a good reason to resist giving him everything he wants… *STRIKE is the first book in a brand new sexy spinoff series from NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author Cora Brent. No cliffhanger! May be read as a stand alone.

     Some have it all. Hunter Yates truly does. He’s humble and kind, even though he has it all. It’s his small town roots that keep him grounded. He’s a simple man from a small town with a heart of gold. Perfection carved from beauty. As he sets off in the world, it’s his humble beginnings that keep his boots planted on the ground. Hunter finds himself amidst a toxic relationship. He struggles to get out of it, but it’s his heart that keeps him from letting go. All he ever knew were the ways of Sweetwater Ranch, until the day he left for college. The world is a brutal place and his heart and soul are one and the same with the wild country. A ranch boy, who has everything, but gives everything at the same time. When it’s time to decide, does he go with his heart, or the worries of everyone else? Buy Wild Country and discover the beautiful in the world.

    Huntington comes a steamy, slow-burn love story full of unexpected love and banter.It started with my bladder.I didn't mean to witness a shady deal in the restroom hallway.I didn't think twice when I called the cops.And I certainly didn't know who the club belonged to.Asher Black.Former mafia hitman.Billionaire CEO.New York's most eligible bachelor.When he shows up at my college, looking for the girl who called the cops on his business, I know I'm as good as dead.What I don't expect is his offer--he'll pay my tuition and set me up with a cushy job after I graduate.All I have to do is... be his fake fiancée.Asher Black is a 90,000-word standalone novel in The Five Syndicates mafia romance series.

    #HookUp is an explosion of the award-winning #Hashtag series by Cambria Hebert and makes the perfect collector’s item and addition to the series. This eBook version of #HookUp is full of bonus scenes that will rock your world! Four bonus scenes total—two of which are brand new! Find out what your favorite gang is up to these days. So what are you waiting for? Get the #HookUp! *The paperback version of #HookUp contains coloring and activity pages. This is an Ebook version that only contains the bonus content for reading*

     You left me in a terrible haze, and I can’t find my god damn wallet. Or my left shoe. How the hell does one lose their shoe? I have no f*cking clue. All I know is that my night started out with one thing in mind…to have a little fun. The problem with that? I can’t remember a damn thing, except one. Morgan’s soft and needy moans. It’s a sound I will never forget, and just thinking about it makes my heart race and my pulse quicken. And I want to hear it over and over again…I crave it. But Morgan’s a mystery. The harder I try, the more she resists. There’s one thing she doesn’t know about me though…I’m not one to give up. I’ll play her game. I’ll let her think she’s won. But in the end, I will have her. Because all I need is Just One Chance to prove she’s meant for me…

    One-night stands.No-show interviews. Toilet-papering my hoity-toity neighbor’s house.Insulting my fans. Trashing hotel rooms.What’s it take to become public enemy number one?I just told you.I’ve done all that and more.My poor conduct got me on the Celebs Behaving Badly listand ultimately ruined my career.From the world’s number-one popstar to world’s most hated.That’s me. Ten Stark.Go underground, they said. Stay out of the spotlight.Most importantly, stay out of trouble.Everyone loves a good comeback story.For once, I listened.I met someone who didn’t know my name,my face, or the bad behavior that defined me.She taught me I wasn’t who everyone thought I was—everyone including me.Then someone whispered my name and things got messy, as they always do.Now I want her back.I’m not a caterpillar, but a butterfly.My wings are in full color, not just black and white.But first, I have to shed my cocoon and fly.

     Grab the hot and humorous new series that bloggers are calling, "The perfect blend of drama, comedy, romance, and heat. A must read series unlike any other.” A sexy and emotional college prequel based in the States lands in the heart of London as Finley flies across the pond to live with her best friend, Leslie. Together, they meet the painfully irresistible Liam and the broodingly mysterious Theo. These two blokes have Finley and Leslie sweating in their onesie pajamas as they push for more than just one night of fun. Meanwhile, Finley’s college sweetheart, Brody, isn’t so easily left behind at home. Escape to London with this bundle of three steamy, full-length novels chock full of old flames, secrets and embarrassing encounters. Will these two childhood best friends find their London lovers? Or will their pasts prevent them from putting their hearts at risk? ***This bundle includes the titles, Becoming Us, A Broken Us, and London Bound***

    Despite the emotional and physical scars she carries, she refuses to be labelled a victim. Now in her final year of graduate school, her dream is within reach. She’s ready to put the past behind her and embrace whatever the future brings.Until the future brings him.Professor James Beckett, internationally bestselling author and award-winning poet, is the new head of the Creative Writing Department at her university. Brilliantly talented and obnoxiously sexy, he’s more dangerous than Iris knows.When Beckett sets his sights on Iris, it’s not just her heart on the line, or her academic and professional careers. Surrendering to the way he makes her feel will rewrite her past.

     Having experienced a lifetime’s amount of loss and love under the spotlight of her stepfather and stepbrother’s rock and roll stardom, London Fields decides now is her time to shine. Leaving for college with a clear focus and big dreams around her musical theater major, she is ready to take on the world … under an assumed name. Protecting her identity will allow her the freedom to experience life and maybe love for the very first time. One man with a second chance to live for himself. A horrible accident devastated life as Logan Links and his family knew it. He spent a semester off from college to help them begin to heal and returns to school just in time to play one more season of college football. Only one thing can make things … hard. Logan and London have had a tumultuous relationship since he was twelve and she was eight. One that has always been buffered by their families' close connection. Now, they are on their own. What happens when these two repeatedly run into each other without the watchful eyes of others? Will London’s daydreams of Logan Links being the first man she kisses become a heavenly reality, or will his devil dimples lead her straight to hell?

    At sixteen-years-old, Sebastian Baxter taught me that. He taught me a lot of things.He never had to work for my heart. In some unexplainable way I think it had always belonged to him anyway.We spent years loving each other, hurting each other, trying to forget each other, but no matter how hard I tried, I could never erase the memory of him. His eyes, his smile, his touch—these are all things that are embedded in my brain, tattooed on my skin, and etched into my heart. Some might think our love story is over, but deep down I know it’s only just beginning. Because it’s not about where the night begins, it’s about where it ends…

     He’s good with his hands, even better with his sexy mouth, and the best at making me forget my own name. His—ahem—stats are perfect. But I can’t fall for him. He might be everything I want, all rolled into a glorious package of gridiron god, but there’s one teeny-tiny problem. The vile, loathsome team I’ve spent my entire life hating—my beloved school’s arch-rival? This guy is their star player.

    The Vietnam War has been raging for years with no end in sight. Janey Martin, a California college student and aspiring journalist is tired of writing puff pieces about her university men’s sports teams. She wants to be taken seriously as a journalist and as a woman. With riots at their doorstep, her wealthy father sends Janey to the Sorbonne in Paris to finish her college education away from the chaos. Janey is reluctant to leave the Big Story that is Vietnam, but vows to prove herself. Much to her dismay, her first assignment is to interview the hotshot star forward of a local soccer team. Janey is sure Adrien Rousseau is going to be like every other playboy jock she’s ever dealt with, but quickly learns there is much more to Adrien than meets the eye. The mysterious, sexy footballer just might be the biggest story of Janey’s life. A novella, first published as part of the Team Player anthology, releasing as a standalone with bonus, extended epilogue, April 19th!

    Her arrival set into motion a series of events that none of them could have ever predicted.But they got out. Escaping Chastity Falls, they left behind a life built on lies and secrets, danger and fear. … Didn’t they?Penance will be served, promises will be made. Welcome to the end of Chastity Falls.

     This bundle includes: (1) Pepped Up, (2) All Pepped Up, (3) Pepped Up and Ready, (4) Pep Talks, and (5) Pepped Up Forever. Qualifying for Nationals. It’s all I can think about, and I’m willing to do anything it takes to make it happen. I can handle long miles and hill sprints in cross country, but guys? That’s an entirely different challenge. kept my feelings hidden from the boy next door all this time. My longtime friend, Jace Wilder doesn’t see me that way. He has the personal magnetism and good looks to hook just about any girl in town -- and he has. Our friendship stands apart from high school social circles, and I’m fine with that, or so I keep telling myself. That is, until running star Ryan Harding moves to town and bridges the gap. Apparently, I’ve caught his eye and suddenly Jace starts seeing me in a different light. Everything changes, for all of us. On the trails, my goals are clear. Train, run, breathe, run, win. But when it comes to Jace and Ryan, it’s nowhere near as simple. This battle can’t be won by crossing a finish line, this war is in my heart. *This series contains mature content.*

    After a while, life starts to pile up though, college, football, and helping out my brothers. I just need a small reprieve, especially if she’s five foot five, brunette and has legs that go on for miles. Fun is fun... Not like anyone’s going to fall in love.KadenceStar football player..... Check.Spoiled brat..... Check.Just when I think I have Tyler Owen’s all figured out; he knocks me on my ass, literally.I wasn’t expecting him to help me up, or the little shock that I felt when we touched, but then I didn’t think I’d fall in love either.

     I wasn’t supposed to want him, but I did… We weren’t supposed to fall in love, but it happened… Now, Brantley Cage has asked me to marry him, and I’ve said yes. He knows everything about me. My hopes. My dreams. My darkest desires. He’s my best friend. My lover. My hero. My everything. Most girls dream of their wedding day. The dress. The flowers. The reception. But none of that matters to me. All I care about is the man waiting for me at the end of the aisle. We started out as friends. Now I want him to B my Forever. *You met them in Jersey Girl, now read the conclusion to their story on their journey to the altar.

     If I get caught sleeping with my students, I’ll lose my job. And if I don’t get my s**t together, they’ll come for the only good thing in my life… my daughter. But I have a plan to fix all that. I have a plan for the girl next door… Author's Note: This is a 50,000 words romance with a HEA. Story contains mature language and scenes, intended for adults only. Bonus books included for a limited time for your reading pleasure. A never before published bonus book Brit Next Door is included in this edition.

    Yeah, I never said this wasn’t fucked up.And things are about to get a whole lot more fucked up.This town has seen a lot of scandals, but this one’s gonna blow them all out of the water…CHLOEA wealthy city like Claremont Bay is accustomed to sinful scandals, but this latest one has shaken everyone to the core.My father has been accused of murdering his mistress, and my mother is marrying the man who put him in prison — Robert St Clair.Despite how messed up that is, it's not exactly Robert I'm worried about. It's his son.Asher St Clair.He’s insufferable. Intoxicating. Impossibly handsome.I can’t fall for him. Can’t let him get under my skin.I have bigger things to worry about, like my father’s imprisonment, because I’m the only one who believes he didn't kill that woman. So who did? The answer may lie closer to home than I know…Scandal is a full-length bad boy romantic suspense novel. There is no cheating and a happily-ever-after for this couple. Scandal is the first book in the Dirty Money series with connected characters.

    That’s exactly how I felt when my PR assignment threw me in the direction of Miller Cain. My body screams for him while my brain is telling me to run for the damn hills. He is the captain of the Ice Hockey Team, a player with a cocky reputation, a sweet talker and all-around bad boy who promises to take me for the ride of my life. He is bad for my health. I just need to last one year without falling into his bed. What happens when he tries to break down my walls? Miller - She came crashing into my world like a damn tornado. Sexy as Hell and an absolute firecracker with deadly green eyes. I want her, in fact, I need her and I will do whatever it takes to get her. She doesn’t know it yet, but she is mine. WARNING: Miller is a steamy romance with a HEA and NO CLIFFHANGER. It contains sexual content and coarse language and is recommended for mature readers. Please be aware that some scenes may cause stress for some readers.

    Pretty. Sweet. Kind. Submissive. Until I met her, I was alone with the dark desires that I didn't understand, that I couldn't reconcile. She became my best friend, and then she became so much more.Desire. Disgust. Shame. Dominance. I wouldn’t have survived until college without her. When we were together, I was at peace for the first time in my life. But it was too good to last. Our appetite for pain and pleasure destroyed us. And all the drinks in the world weren’t enough to get used to missing her. On the verge of earning my degree, Ana walks back into my life, those gray-blue eyes still able to see right through me. It’s the chance I’ve been waiting for. One last chance to overcome my shame. If only it were that easy.

    Then, as soon as another beautiful woman shows interest, they leave you a bitter wreck.And the sexy billionaire that keeps showing up everywhere I go is the definition of distraction and inevitable disappointment.I have everything I need in life. There's no reason for me to chance heartbreak with him.It's just a shame my heart didn't get the memo.A Reason To Stay is Book 1 of the Blackwood Series and the first book of The Only One Duet.

    The shot and second national title in school history were the culmination of 15 years of Coach Jay Wright painstakingly building the unheralded program, through ups and downs, heartbreak and triumph. In Long Shots: Jay Wright, Villanova, and College Basketball’s Most Unlikely Champion, ESPN senior writer Dana O’Neil uses exclusive access to Coach Wright and Nova basketball to delve into the inner-workings of a championship program. In the spirit of A Season on the Brink, O’Neil not only explores behind-the-scenes of the historic 2015-2016 NCAA championship season but also the improbable path that the Nova program took to college basketball immortality. In overcoming a disappointing NCAA Tournament track record, the breakup of the Big East conference as we knew it, and Nova’s underdog status among traditional college hoops powerhouses, Jay Wright and his team provided the blueprint for how a “have-not” can prevail over the blue bloods the right way – the Villanova Basketball Way.

    A filthy talking college boy with a quick smile and a kind heart, he can have any woman he wants. Except me.A chance encounter. A spark neither of us could ignore. One unforgettable night was all we were allowed. Fate had other plans.Sometimes, despite the odds, you have to cross your fingers, roll the dice, and see where they land. Because love is worth it. This just might be our lucky chance. "One night stand my ass."

    She is suffering from unrequited love. But it’s time to move on. No more stalking, no more obsessive calling. What she needs is a distraction. The blue-eyed guy she keeps seeing around campus could be a great one—only he is the new poetry professor—the married poetry professor.Thomas Abrams is a stereotypical artist—rude, arrogant, and broody—but his glares and taunts don’t scare Layla. She might be bad at poetry, but she is good at reading between the lines. Beneath his prickly façade, Thomas is lonely, and Layla wants to know why. Obsessively.Sometimes you do get what you want. Sometimes you end up in the storage room of a bar with your professor and you kiss him. Sometimes he kisses you back like the world is ending and he will never get to kiss you again. He kisses you until you forget the years of unrequited love; you forget all the rules, and you dare to reach for something that is not yours.NOTE: Please be aware that this book deals with sensitive topics like cheating. 18+ Only.

    But the more he tries to ignore the football player's charm, the less he can resist it.Billy's peaceful, hot-fudge-glazed little world is about to be flipped upside-down. Get ready for the "sweetest" romance you've ever tasted.In this "sweet & steamy" love story, you can expect some seriously hot man-on-man action, ice cream, and a whole lotta small town southern sass.Read all the books set in Spruce, Texas!Football SundaeBorn Again SinnerHeteroflexibleWrangledRebel At Spruce High(...and more coming soon!)

    Football has a way of destroying lives. And here I am frustrated, angry, and empty--sick of everything that has any connection to the sport. But then Brice comes along...He's everything I want, and everything I hate. Now that he's a part of my world, I can't give him my heart. It's too shattered and fragile for someone like him. But I keep wondering, can he mend the broken pieces, or will he toss it away like just another one of his touchdown passes?

    He came out of nowhere and we collided like stars in the night sky. It was fast and brutal. The buildup was slow and the burnout inevitable.I never intended for him to be anything more than a summer fling, and he never thought of me as more than fleeting moments of happinessBut the summer is only temporary, and so were we.We are imperfect.We are mismatched.And we stand no chance against any of it.This book has been updated from its original version and additional 20K has been added to the end as of May 24th, 2018.

    A pack. A family. An alpha she’s crazy about. But she’s naïve and unsure, entering into a world she’s been shielded from her entire life. When secrets from her past threaten to tear her world apart, can she overcome them? Can she keep her Alpha? Jared Stone is an alpha heir. His future has already been decided, but his whole life changes when a new female comes to town. From the moment he sees her, he wants her. The moment he touches her, he needs her.The moment he tastes her… all bets are off.Jared will do anything to make her his. Secrets can be deadly.But so can he.

    Years later, Anna learns that she may carry the hereditary cancer gene responsible for her mother's death. Meanwhile, Layla's family is faced with a difficult decision about kidney transplantation. Their friendship is put to the test when these medical crises reveal stark differences in their perspectives...until revolutionary unrest in Egypt changes their lives forever.The first book in a new series, Lissa brings anthropological research to life in comic form, combining scholarly insights and accessible, visually-rich storytelling to foster greater understanding of global politics, inequalities, and solidarity.

    Became best friends, then lovers, on a Tuesday. And everything fell apart on a Tuesday... Charlotte Taylor has three automatic strikes in my book: 1) She hates me. She also claims that I'm a "domineering jerk with a huge, overbearing ego." (I do have something huge. It's not my ego, though.) 2) She takes our mandatory tutoring sessions way too seriously. 3) She's sexy as hell...And a virgin. At least, those were her strikes before our study sessions started lasting longer than they were supposed to. Until one innocent kiss became a hundred dirty ones, and until she became the first woman I ever fell hard for. Our future together after graduation was supposed to be set: Professional football for me. Law school for her. But she left me at the end of the semester with no explanation, and then she completely disappeared from my life. Until tonight.We met on a Tuesday. Became everything, then nothing, on a Tuesday. And now it's seven years later, on a Tuesday... **This is a full length second chance romance, inspired by Adele's "When We Were Young"**

    The Unrestrained Series Complete Collection includes Books 1 - 5 of the series featuring good-girl Kate and secret bad boy Drake as they meet and fall in love, going from that first date to love, engagement, marriage and family.

    Linc didn't. As captain of his swim team, he was expected to win the big relay to carry his swim team to the state championship for the first time in decades. Linc didn’t. Society expected him to walk past her. He couldn’t. She expected him to see through her.She expected him to make her into a joke.She expected him to be cruel.Expectations are a funny thing …

    Playing Isolde in lacy underwear is something I may never live down!The bet should be a piece of cake—until my friends pick my conquest. My quirky new neighbor, Pippi Longstocking in Pink. Yikes!Oh, and did I mention I’m not allowed to speak to her? At. All.Warning: Contains some laugh-out-loud moments as well as fan-yourself-with-the-book-hot kisses. You're welcome! ;-)

    From top-rated college running back to homeless, girlfriend-less, UCLA dropout, Bentley can’t help but wonder if he’s making the right decision. Pursuing a career as a BMX rider likely means a life of struggling to afford groceries, but he can’t imagine doing anything else. The sport’s in his blood. After a visit to his uncle’s shop involves him flirting with the green-eyed new guy instead of looking for a new bike, Bentley ends up questioning himself even more. Kit Edwards was used to being treated like a leper in his small hometown of Junction, Ohio. After foolishly getting involved with the closeted high school quarterback, he decides to move as far away for school as possible. UCLA is perfect – the weather is beautiful, his roommate isn’t crazy, and people couldn’t care less about his orientation. People care so little that Kit finds himself in a flirting match with the unfairly attractive guy that wanders into the bike shop where he works. But, Kit refuses to go down that road again. Popular athletes were a no, and straight guys were a definite no. Bentley doesn’t seem interested in going away, and as a friendship forms, Kit promises himself he won’t make the same mistake twice. Right?

    Cameren is faced with telling the secrets she kept long ago from Chris, and after Chris made a bad decision regarding him and Cam's relationship, neither are sure if the problems that have arisen can be fixed. Unbeknownst to Cam, there are people around her who envy her life, and her relationship. When love and envy cross paths, how can you decipher the two? find out what love and envy have in common in this plot revealing romantic mystery.

    But now it's senior year and something about Finn is different. Max can't figure out why Finn is pulling away, leaving Max adrift without him. But when a drunken hookup takes them both by surprise, everything changes. Max is straight, right? So why can’t he stop thinking about Finn's lips on him? "I fell for my straight best friend. What a cliché." Finn Stevenson feels like a failure. It took him 22 years to figure out that he was gay, and he returns to campus dead-set on ignoring his true feelings for Max. But it’s impossible to deny he’s fallen in love with his best friend. How could he not? Max lights up every room and makes Finn feel like the most special person in the world. But after throwing himself at Max one night at a party, Finn knows he might have just jeopardized the most important friendship in his life. "You think I'm gonna change my mind, don't you?" How can Finn trust that Max's feelings for him are real if Max won't even come out? And as Finn struggles with the pressures of competitive rowing, Max fears losing the person who means the most to him. As the rowing season heats up and graduation looms, the future has never been so uncertain. Will their relationship drown under the pressure or can they find a way to stay afloat? Still Water is an m/m contemporary romance with out-for-you and hurt/comfort themes, plenty of heat, and a happy ending.

     Born one minute apart in the same Brooklyn hospital, Mike Burns and Salvatore "Sally-Boy" Boccanera grow up thinking they will always have one another and the gritty fire escape where they play, fight, plot, and try to make sense of life. But then, one cousin goes to college...and the other vanishes. In the tumultuous year of 1968 the world falls apart around Mike, a college sophomore. Sally-Boy disappeared two years ago and Mike relentlessly thinks about him, sometimes even talking out loud to him. Mike tries hard to lead a "typical college life" filled with parties and an occasional class, but a radical professor stimulates Mike's activism; he fights with his Secret Service agent father over politics and hair length; a friend’s draft dodge involves Mike in a crime; the assassinations of Martin Luther King, Jr., and Robert F. Kennedy drive Mike into action; and the girl Mike is falling in love with hides secrets of her own. Questions of morality, conscience, obligation, and expectation tear at Mike and disrupt his life. But there is one thing he knows for sure: It may take years, but he will find Sally-Boy. After all, a fire escape is made to save lives, isn't it?

    . . Needing to fill a gap in my schedule, I walk into the campus coffee shop and come face to face with the girl of my dreams. Smart, witty, and passionate. She doesn't flinch when she finds out about my pop star past, instead saying I need more musical education. She becomes my muse, my inspiration, and my cowriter. Polishing my songs and making them shine. And when a video of me playing one of my new songs goes viral, my life explodes in a second chance at the dream I thought was over six years ago. But if I take this opportunity, will our relationship survive? If you love sizzling chemistry, sexy rockstars, and heroines who know what they want, download Double Exposition and start this epic series today!

    After a whirlwind, long-distance romance, Nadine leaves her friends, family, and city to join Jamie in suburban Massachusetts. Once married, they begin trying for a baby without knowing how hard that road will become. Nadine soon faces the little-known horrors of IVF when a procedure causes severe internal bleeding, and she wakes up from emergency surgery with a six-inch scar instead of a baby bump. In the difficult year that follows, anxiety and additional failed fertility treatments threaten her new marriage and her mental state. By some saving grace, she eventually becomes pregnant naturally, but the horrors are not over: her son is diagnosed with potentially terminal kidney complications. Ultimately, Nadine learns that in an unpredictable life, the only thing she can be sure of is the healing power of hope.

    I enjoyed the attention so much, that I became Ed’s real girlfriend for a few weeks that summer. I put all that foolishness behind me until my senior year in high school, when due to an accident, the school became one cheerleader short. My sister Diane was a star cheerleader at the school back in her day. Since I used to help her practice, the cheerleader coach thought I was the best choice for an emergency one night substitute. My fake boyfriend is starting to feel less fake. Being a girl just seems to come naturally to me. What am I? A boy or a girl? I’m not sure anymore…

    The last thing he needs is his English teacher riding him about his poor class performance. For teacher Tom, still raw from an ugly breakup, the last thing he needs is a new romance, especially one that drags him into the thorny ethical issues of dating a student. When a chance encounter opens the door on unexpected lust, Tom and Milos plunge headlong into an erotic, all-consuming affair, but can the violent delights of new love survive secrets?

    Especially in the South. College football. Rivalries. Tailgating. Halftime shows. Some things just don’t change. Until Reese Holland shows up with her long legs and no-bullsh*t attitude to audition for the prestigious all-male Rodner University snare line. It doesn’t matter how much hazing she has to endure from Laird Bronson, with his narrowed green eyes and arrogant smirk. She wants that damn spot, and she’s more than good enough to earn it. She expects there to be tension. Even friction. But not sparks hot enough to burn the entire campus down. ***Drumline is a standalone college romance.

    But I didn’t, and now Marshal, the campus bad boy, is stalking me—his version of courting. Marshal: I’ll admit to nobody that I’m a sheep in wolf’s clothing. My reputation served me well until Sloane got close enough to peel away the façade. But our parents have a crazy secret that is tearing Sloane apart. And it might spell doom for our relationship—just when I’ve lost my heart. Is love enough for Marshal and Sloane, or are there too many obstacles? The Dare is a contemporary Christian New Adult Novel.

    To devour ravenously. To seize as spoil. I am Raven. I knew what it meant to fight my way through life. To be the victim, the spoil, the prey. I decided long ago I would take control of my future. No more bug infested couches. No more drug-addicted mothers or absentee fathers.No more welfare checks or moldy bread. No more settling. I thought I had it all figured out, a way out of the hand I’d been dealt. Until my life got turned upside down by two very different men who look at me with mirrored lust in their eyes. Their want is palpable, heady. Their desire makes me reckless.I no longer know who I am or who I want.The only thing I do know is, I am ravenous.Voracious. Intensely eager for gratification or satisfaction. Despite the fact I know it is a disaster waiting to happen, I can’t stop it. I’m afraid I will never be sated.

    Oh, it sounds so simple but every year the cycle of pain repeats itself. This is the ultimate manual to avoid the 5 Mistakes a large majority of college students make. These mistakes may cause you years and years of pain and hardship if you too follow the path of so many others. Don’t buy the hype, buy the book! 5 Mistakes, is the must have book for every high school senior. The caliber of your future will be determined by the choices you make today.

    They were only little boys, but those big tears caused Nick's protective instincts to flare and he was forever captivated. Though the future beckoned, Nick felt conflicted. He had fallen in love, and his aching desire for Cameron had grown deeper than he ever imagined possible. While Nick had always offered Cam his unwavering support, Cameron's downward spiral of self-doubt and battle for self-reliance nearly push Nick to the edge of letting go. The thought of him with someone else, loving someone else, wrecked me. Cam realized he was a little different. He was artistic, flamboyant, and adored sparkly, pretty things. Endlessly bullied for not being “masculine enough”, Cam strived to discover his place in the world. College was supposed to help, but things weren’t going as planned. Cam gained strength in Nick’s friendship, his personal knight in shining armor. A lifetime of indecisions paired with a surprising hunger for the one man who’d always been his anchor, propels Cam to face reality. Change was happening, whether he was ready or not. “I promise I won’t ever leave you again, Cam. We’ll never be apart.” Two men battle their hearts amidst an uncertain future. When he can no longer hide his feelings, will Nick break his sacred promise to never leave Cam’s side even though his heart and body desperately crave the only man he has ever loved? Can Cameron find the strength to believe in himself enough to follow his own path, or will his stubbornness keep him from chasing his own dreams and risk losing the man who’s always stood by him? Never Apart is a 140k M/M romance with an HEA between two childhood best friends who discover fate sometimes brings you together over a crushed pink donut. This book contains sexually explicit scenes and is intended for adult readers only.

    When her struggles in school earn her academic probation, she's forced to get a tutor, and the one who shows up that first day has her suddenly expecting more from herself. PJ Lucas loves everything about school, from his own classes to the jobs he picks up for the tutoring business that he's making his own. From the first moment he meets his newest student, Melanie, he sees something in her that no one else has been able to see, and as she wrestles with questions of her worth and God's calling on her life, he begins to ask some questions about his own life and who he really is. The Mrs. Degree is a love story about opposites who discover that they aren't so different after all, finding significance in Christ and His plans, and loving another person no matter what difficult seasons are ahead...

     Rose: I'm studying to be a sex therapist, and I haven't even had sex yet. Which is why I decide that Professor Hanks is going to be the one to take my virginity. I want Professor Hanks to be my dom. Hung Hanks. That's what they call him. All the students know Professor Hanks' reputation since he grew up in Blackwell. Small town high school football star turned Harvard Ph.D. Only in town to care for his dying mother. Too good for 'local' girls. I've done my research, and he's the perfect candidate for what I want. Hot, smart, dominant. Did I mention hung? Cole Hanks: Sixty Days. That's all she wants from me. Not even a full semester. Rose Allison wants me to be her dom for two months, and then she's done with me. She wants me to show her how to be the perfect little submissive and then move on. But the thing is, sixty days isn't nearly enough for me. Once I get started, I have to finish her. There's just one big problem. She's a student. I'm her professor. Our romance isn't exactly in line with school policy. Sure, you've heard of student teacher romances before. Except this one has an ending no one saw coming. Not even me. **Professor with Benefits is a 60,000+ Standalone novel with an HEA. It gets down and dirty so enjoy!**

    They say senior year is the best, but I wasn't so sure. Lance Smith, a retired Pittsburgh Pirate, was the most overprotective man I'd ever met. He was also my dad. I was Sammie, his little tomboy baseball player. That was the only way he'd ever see me. My bedroom walls were still covered with scenes he'd painted before I was even born. A picture of him still hung on my wall. The words date, boyfriend, and college all sent him into a crazy speech about his little girl not growing up. He used to joke that I wouldn't be able to date until I was thirty, but I was starting to think it wasn't a joke. I had one goal for the year. That goal was to go to prom. Every girl went to prom. It was the most important night of high school. My dad would surely have to let me go to that, right? When my parents told me that James Reid was moving into our house, I wasn't sure how I felt. They were so excited, especially my dad. James had finally agreed to sign on with the Pirates. He was a pitcher just like my dad. The thought of having him there to practice with had my dad jumping for joy. While I loved the game and played with him all the time, I'd never be a Pirate. Believe me, If I could, I would. You're probably wondering why James moving in would matter to me at all. He'd never be around. He'd always be with his team. We'd never see each other. James was three years and ten days older than me. We'd spent hours and hours playing ball with our dads growing up. Every time our families visited, we were together the entire time. He was the one person that never judged me. He was the one person that promised he'd always protect me and keep me safe. He was my best friend, he just didn't know it. There was something else he didn't know. I'd had a crush on him since I was thirteen. I would remember that moment forever, the moment that changed it all. James kissed me. It wasn't a big kiss. It was just a tiny moment where his lips touched mine. It was my first kiss. It meant nothing to him, and we never mentioned it again. Something about that tiny moment changed my life. One year, I told myself. I could get through one more year with the most overprotective father in the world. I could get through one year with James Reid living on the other side of my bedroom wall. In one year I'd be off at college and free of all the Pirates. Nothing was going to get in my way.

    All-Star athlete and resident bad boy. #7 quarterback on the field, and #1 player off. Every guy at school wants to be him, and every girl at school wants to date him. Well, except Laney Summers that is. The sassy city girl is the only one immune to Kam’s clear blue eyes and arsenal of southern charm. But when a debilitating injury sidelines Kam’s future and ability to play football, it’s Laney who is tasked to be his tutor while he recuperates at home. The chemistry between Kam and Laney is undeniable, and after months of ignoring what’s clearly evident, Laney gives in. Allowing herself one night with Kam, no strings attached, no commitment to speak of. Alone, under the stars, on the fifty-yard line, Kam and Laney set out to discover if what they have is real, or just one steamy southern night.The Southern Nights Series is a compilation of three novellas following the story of Kam and Laney, an all-star football player destined for greatness and the sassy city girl who challenges him on every level. This collection is steamy, fun, flirty and full of heart!

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     I wanted to be friends — I would have even settled for her seeing me as anything but a nerd — but there was no getting through. So just like any hard-headed, red-blooded man out there, I made up my mind. I’d make my coworker fall for me. I’d like to say it was simple, but like every other epic love story, all it took was one drunken night and a lot of naked courage to get the girl. For a moment, at least. Love with a coworker is never simple, especially since Sadie’s trying to keep us on the low. Not to mention her persistent ex-boyfriend who won’t leave her alone. But I’ve never been good at giving up, and I don’t plan to start now. The whole thing is a recipe for a rocky road, but I plan to eat the whole gallon, no matter how bad the brain freeze.

    With formal dexterity—in ballads and sonnets, Sapphics and amphibrachs—the poems in Ornament traverse the permeable boundary between the body and the natural world.

    Each One A Football Star. Each One Sexy, Rough And Completely Untamed. A standalone romance with a guaranteed HEA When I first meet Carson Slate, he’s half-naked, his perfect abs and chiseled biceps on display. Of course, that’s because I’m in the team locker room and he’s changing after a game. But you don’t have to be a sports fan to know two things about him: 1) He’s only a junior, but he’s already being looked at by professional scouts. 2) His father is a murderer. Or at least, he’s accused of being a murderer. The only reason I’m even talking to someone like Carson Slate is because I’m a journalist for our college paper. But from the moment I lay eyes on the gorgeous superstar, it’s like I become a different person. I’ve always been responsible to a fault, and suddenly I’m doing bad things. Shirking all of my responsibilities, lying, hiding, pretending to be someone I’m not. And before I know it, Carson is treating me differently too, demanding that I do sexual acts for every question he answers for my article. The worst part? The worst part is that I love it. I love it when Carson Slate tells me what sexy outfit to wear. I love letting him touch me And I love it when he tells me how to touch him. Or where to put my mouth… And yes, he’s as big as the rumors suggest, in EVERY way. But then again, so is the story I’m writing. The story that could destroy Carson, his father, and everything I hold dear…

    In its earthiness, its psychological acuity, this classic work continues to speak over the centuries to our time. Reading Mandelbaum's extraordinary translation, one imagines Ovid in his darkest moods with the heart of Baudelaire...Brilliant.--Booklist

    Yet despite the growing interest in Islamic teachings and culture, there has never been a truly satisfactory English translation of the Qur'an, until now. This superb new translation of the Qur'an is written in contemporary language that remains faithful to the meaning and spirit of the original, making the text crystal clear while retaining all of this great work's eloquence. The translation is accurate and completely free from the archaisms, incoherence, and alien structures that mar existing translations. Thus, for the first time, English-speaking readers will have a text of the Qur'an which is easy to use and comprehensible. Furthermore, Haleem includes notes that explain geographical, historical, and personal allusions as well as an index in which Qur'anic material is arranged into topics for easy reference. His introduction traces the history of the Qur'an, examines its structure and stylistic features, and considers issues related to militancy, intolerance, and the subjection of women. Clearly written and filled with helpful information and guidance, this brilliant translation of the Qur'an is the best available introduction to the faith of Moslems around the world. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

    Two dangerous secrets. One demon on the prowl. Haunted by her past, Eden sees college as her chance at a fresh start. With a new school, new friends, and the recent discovery she's a witch, life should be getting easier, right?Except she's tormented by nightmares and lighting fires in her sleep.When things turn deadly, it looks like the monster stalking Eden's dreams might just be real after all. Will she face the truth in time, or will her sisters pay with their lives?

     WARNING: This title is intended to be an additional ending to the Seven Hearts series with the primary purpose of bringing the smut. If you do not like smut, the mention of human anatomy, or are under the age of eighteen DO NOT READ THIS TITLE. Thank you! When honeymooning in Hawaii, do what the natives do, but what happens when seven goes a little wild?

    Three full-length novels. One brand new sequel novella ... all in this sexy-ass box set. Now you can own the entire College Obsession Romance series in one hot box set, PLUS read a brand new, exclusive sequel novella titled "Through Their Eyes", which gives us a glimpse five years into the futures of your favorite couples.Your special box set includes:READ MY LIPS (Book 1 - The Full-Length Novel)Dessie escaped her New York City life to go to college in Texas and find herself. But she didn't expect to find Clayton: the dark, brooding, and irresistibly sexy lighting student who is about to consume her.BENEATH THE SKIN (Book 2 - The Full-Length Novel)Brant, cocky player and renown womanizer, is about to get schooled by the alluring, tough, and reckless art student Nell, who strips him down - in more ways than one.WITH THESE HANDS (Book 3 - The Full-Length Novel)Sam the music student has always been the odd girl, but when she meets Dmitri in her poetry class, her whole world is turned on its singing, piano-banging, poetry-writing head.THROUGH THEIR EYES: FIVE YEARS LATER(A bonus sequel novella exploring all the couples five years in the future - EXCLUSIVE to this box set)The College Obsession Romance series centers around a group of friends and the close relationships they form during their time at a small-town Texas university. They are angsty, steamy new adult novels with happy endings and NO cheating. Although they are obsession-themed romances, there are no stalkers or psychos - only sexually-charged college students up to no good.One-click this box set today and take the journey through college with these desperately love-struck students.

    Now they're all grown up and have their own story to tell. He's loved Tiff since high school--but tragedy has blockaded her heart. Tyee University football player Riley Black has adored Tiff since high school, but she's never felt the same way. As Riley enters his senior year of college, he's finally moving on and enjoying the perks of being a star athlete. Until one glimpse of Tiff unearths all those old feelings of longing and desire, not to mention the trauma of their shared past. Tiffani Vernon has been running from her demons for seven years. When she's forced to return to Seattle for financial reasons and attend the same college as Riley, she's confronted with the traumatic event which has shaped her future and scarred her memories of Riley. Tiff struggles to avoid her secret high school crush, but he's not having any of it. He's pursuing her with a relentless determination to prove once and for all, they were meant to be together. Can love finally heal their wounds or will they succumb to the pain and forever wonder what could have been?

    Structured to guide the reader through production meetings, every aspect of the film-production pro-cess is outlined in detail. Invaluable checklists -- which begin 12 weeks before shooting and continue through principal (and secondary) photography and postproduction -- keep the filmmaker on track and on target. Ryan is co-producer of James Marsh's Man on Wire, winner of the 2009 Academy Award for Best Documentary

    In Dean Rader's energized and inventive new book, the poet considers identity of self and society as a Wikipedia page—sculpted and transformed by the ever-present push and pull of politics, culture, and unseen forces. And, in the case of Rader, how identity can be affected by the likes of Paul Klee's paintings and the characters from the children's stories about Frog and Toad. Rader's cagey voice is full of humor and inquiry, warmly inviting readers to fully participate in the creation.From How We Survive: A Tryptich:This afternoon I took a napwearing a costume that looksjust like me. Inside it I felt like another person who happenedto know so many things about me,like my preference for almonds overcashews, how sometimes, whenI am in a strange room, I imaginehopping from one piece offurniture to the next . . .Born in Oklahoma, Dean Rader has published in the fields of poetry, American Indian studies, and popular culture. He is a professor of English at the University of San Francisco, and writes regularly on literature and politics for The San Francisco Chronicle.

    Loving Braden had been easy and something she had intended to do the rest of her life. Only, life had different plans for Karma.After graduating high school and realizing sometimes love doesn’t always conquer all, she takes off on an unforgettable road trip in the hopes of finding herself among the shadow of the boy who she loves- Braden. Only, after returning home, Karma and Braden soon learn that life gave them a twist they never saw coming as their once unbreakable relationship becomes broken.Now, years later, Karma finds herself trapped between the past and the present as Braden comes back into her life. As adults, the two still have their undeniable chemistry and passion, but is it enough this time? Can selfish decisions and broken hearts be forgiven? Does lust outweigh love? Discover an unforgettable romance novel that brings two souls together in a union of blazing flames.

    Even if sometimes it takes years to admit that truth. For these four lifelong friends, the sleepy town of Cavanagh, Tennessee—rich in Irish history and diverse culture—is the softest place to fall. Here they forgive and move forward. Here they love fiercely. Here they endure. Welcome to Cavanagh, where rugby is king, Guinness is mandatory and family has nothing to do with blood. ☘ ** ☘*☘ ** ☘*☘ ** ☘*☘ ** ☘ Claiming Serenity – Book Three (3*) She left glitter in his AC vents. He put green dye in her conditioner. She buttered his bathroom floor, and he kidnapped her precious puppy. Layla Mullens hates Donovan Donley. His crude language, his wide shoulders, his crystal blue eyes…she hates that she can’t stop herself…from kissing him or landing in his bed. And Donovan Donley wants nothing more than to knock Layla off her princess pedestal. He hates her stuck up attitude and her soft, tempting lips. The white flags in their prank war have been lowered but their high stakes battle has just begun. Catching Serenity – Book Four (4*) It began with a look. Just one, thrown my way. A mad, dizzying rush of desire cracking across the patio, bouncing around my friends, ignoring everything but the heat bubbling between his eyes and mine. That’s when Quinn O’Malley came into my life. We were inevitable. We were senseless. He wrecked me. He saved me. I still haven’t recovered. Sayo McIntyre didn’t want the complications that came with Quinn O’Malley. But life doesn’t care what we want. It gives us what we need. This is a multi-media novel with illustrations from RN Laing.Beyond the Pitch – A Serenity Series Novella (4.5*) One birth.One death. One promise of forever. Friendship means always being there. It means never giving up, but for Autumn, Sayo, Mollie and Layla, sometimes the demands become too much. Sometimes love gets lost and sometimes, we forget we aren’t all alone. When they return to Cavanagh to say goodbye, these four women, all struggling with their own stressful realities will have to decide just how much they’re willing to sacrifice for their friends and what that sacrifice will cost them.*Goodreads numeration.

    The essays derive from her personal quest of self-discovery with the overall purpose of learning herself as a woman in a modern world in which old traditions are being replaced by new ideologies. Inspired by conversations she’s had with the women in her life, she poses one to ask eternal questions in regards to love, career, sex and life; all while sharing her realizations and candid answers. It is a heartfelt journey filled with potential love stories, her discovery of self-love and confidence, laced with hope and a powerful understanding that a fulfilling life starts from within.

    Marrying Silas was not part of the plan. Unlike Willow, Silas lives in the moment and lets his heart guide his decisions so he had no hesitations when he asked Willow to marry him. When she said no, he needed to get away so he took off to do volunteer work overseas. Willow assumed she’d never see Silas again so she’s shocked when he shows up at her dorm room. For the past two years, she’s tried to forget him. Tried to move on. But she can’t. He was her first love. Her only love. She still loves Silas, but is convinced they can’t be together. They want different things in life. It would never work. So why can’t she stop loving him?

    It’s even worse when it feels like your whole future—or at least where you’ll spend the next four years in college—is on the line. It’s easy to understand why so many high school seniors put off working on their applications until the last minute or end up with a generic and clichéd essay. The good news? You already have the “secret sauce” for crafting a compelling personal essay: your own experiences and your unique voice.  The best essays rarely catalog how students have succeeded or achieved. Good writing shows the reader how you’ve struggled and describes mistakes you’ve made. Excellent essays express what you’re fired up about, illustrate how you think, and illuminate the ways you’ve grown. More than twenty million students apply to college every year; many of them look similar in terms of test scores, grades, courses taken, extracurricular activities. Admissions officers wade through piles of files. As an applicant, you need to think about what will interest an exhausted reader. What can you write that will make her argue to admit you instead of the thousands of other applicants? A good essay will be conversational and rich in vivid details, and it could only be written by one person—you. This book will help you figure out how to find and present the best in yourself. You’ll acquire some useful tools for writing well—and may even have fun—in the process.

    I was beautiful and smart and a bit crazy with some anger issues which he overlooked because to him, I was normal.We were never supposed to be more, but you can't fight that pull when the stars align.We are fire and water.Stars and the moon.Phoenix and Luna.This is the story of how a man who loves everything showed a girl how to love herself.

    Formed in 1966 and flourishing until 2010, the Art Ensemble distinguished itself by its unique performance practices—members played hundreds of instruments on stage, recited poetry, performed theatrical sketches, and wore face paint, masks, lab coats, and traditional African and Asian dress. The group, which built a global audience and toured across six continents, presented their work as experimental performance art, in opposition to the jazz industry’s traditionalist aesthetics. In Message to Our Folks, Paul Steinbeck combines musical analysis and historical inquiry to give us the definitive study of the Art Ensemble. In the book, he proposes a new theory of group improvisation that explains how the band members were able to improvise together in so many different styles while also drawing on an extensive repertoire of notated compositions. Steinbeck examines the multimedia dimensions of the Art Ensemble’s performances and the ways in which their distinctive model of social relations kept the group performing together for four decades. Message to Our Folks is a striking and valuable contribution to our understanding of one of the world’s premier musical groups.

    Would never forget his bright eyes and clenched fists, in defiance of the rest of the world. Ezra. His unapologetic bravery was something that would haunt Joaquin who, despite being the captain of his high school football team, was too reserved to come out before college, let alone approach the boy he admired from afar.Joaquin is in his third year at Fox Lake University when he sees Ezra again. Joaquin expects the distance between them to remain unbreeched, but Ezra, as brash and impetuous as he was in high school, crashes into his life. At first, it’s just a shared class project, but it doesn’t take long for things between them to heat up. Before Joaquin knows what’s happening, he’s squirming on a chair as Ezra watches him jerk off, those clear, intent eyes pinning him in place. This starts a friends-with-benefits relationship with the aim of exploring a submissive and Dominant dynamic in bed, dipping a toe in the BDSM world together. However, nothing is ever so simple. As their sexual relationship amps up, so does their friendship deepen, fed by those gentle moments after sex, underbelly-soft and vulnerable. As Joaquin gets to know Ezra better he realizes that his assumptions about who Ezra is, and even the assumptions he has made about himself, have to be challenged in order to break the cycles that may lead to their relationship breaking apart. [This story contains plenty of banter, a fuckbuddies-to-more romance, and light, exploratory BDSM themes revolving around Dom/sub dynamics and kinks such as orgasm delay, praise kink and mild bondage. Although part of a series, this story can be read as a standalone with its own HEA.] Preview“Do you want to hear what I was thinking about?” He asks, his voice going a little darker over the phone. I shift on the bed.“Yeah,” I say, trying to keep my voice flat and even.“I was thinking about sucking your dick,” he says, and I can’t help it – I laugh. “Well, if you’re gonna be like that…” he grumbles. “No, no, sorry,” I say, but I can’t stop chuckling. “It’s just…that was so cheesy,” I tease.“Dude, don’t you know me? I’m a connoisseur of cheese. Blue cheese. Gouda. Babybel.”“Ok, that last one-”“Sex cheese.”“Ew,” I laugh. “I thought we were talking about my dick,” I say, surprising myself a little. Usually, I’m only this bold with Iva. “Yeah, and then you laughed.”“I’m wearing my serious expression now, I swear,” I lie, biting down to keep my smile from growing. “You know, I used to think that “serious expression” was like your default expression but you have like…a whole dozen expressions, probably,” Ezra teases. “It’s almost like I’m not a cold, dead, robot.”“I know you’re joking but, damn, that’s hot,” Ezra says. I laugh, shaking my head.“There’s something wrong with you.”“We’ll be here all day if we start on that list,” he says. I want to protest, but he goes on. “So, your dick. How’s it doing?”“It was still there, the last time I checked.”“Maybe you should check again. Just to make sure.”“Pretty sure that’s unnecessary.”“This is going terribly, you know.”“What is this, exactly?”“Phone sex. This is phone sex.”“Sorry,” I laugh.“Don’t be – I don’t think the talk about cheese helped.”“You never know. Some people are probably into that.”“Well, if that’s what you like I can start calling you cheesecake in bed.”“Please don’t,” I laugh, even though thinking about a bed being involved in anything we do makes a rush go through me. Silence falls, comfortable and amused, but the more it goes on, the more it charges. “I really was thinking about you last night,” Ezra says, softer now, the mood shifting.“Yeah?” I say quietly.

     Just before McKenna hands in her softballs for good, Trip slides into the locker room as her new coach, making him completely out of reach, according to the playbook. Then Trip shatters her game plan by being an insufferable ass, showing her he isn't her home run. Or is he? This may be the game she can't win.

    Two books in one.Part 1:Claire is the outcast of her school; shunned by her peers for her bigger than life dreams. The isolation doesn’t bother her, though, not when she knows she is working toward a bigger goal than her small-town existence. Noah is the quintessential hot new kid, choosing to live with his aunt and uncle while his parents traverse the world. He thinks himself a simple boy, wanting nothing more than to play his guitar and live a modest life. The girls all want him, the boys are all envious of him, but Noah has eyes only for Claire. Part 2:Moving from Breckenridge, Colorado to New York City is Claire’s dream come true. She is one step closer to reaching her goal. However, it is Noah’s living nightmare. The home he wanted to come back to for so long is turning out to be his downfall. Someone is betrayed. Someone is abandoned. Both move on the best they can. One’s dreams are crushed. One gets the offer of a lifetime. Both are rocked by the truths left behind. Life never turns out the way you want.This is a contemporary romance story about first love and heartbreak, about shattered dreams, life’s surprises, and fate’s plans. This is a story about love and forgiveness. *** This book is intended for a mature audience. Not suitable for readers under the age of 18. Contains strong language, violence, and sexual situations. All parties portrayed in sexual situations are over the age of 18. ***Word count: roughly 146,000

    She's due to graduate but she refuses to go out into the 'real world' with the stigma as a twenty-one-year-old v-i-r-g-i-n. To remedy the situation, she decides to turn her Senior Research Project into the search for the perfect candidate to, well, you know... Baker Stark is a player on and off the ice. As an Iowa State hockey player, he has his pick of the ladies. But when he's surprised by the connection he feels after one kiss with the nerdy girl who's researching s-e-x, he's thrown into a tailspin. Because Virginia Madison drives him crazy. In all the right ways. This is a stand-alone story with an HEA. Due to coarse language and sexual situations, it's intended for readers 18+. This edition of the book has been professionally edited by The Pro Book Editor.

     The Shattered Hearts series is a coming of age love story spanning an epic 25 years and 1,589 pages. After eight years of being tossed from one foster home to another, Claire arrives at the home of Jackie Knight and her son, hot, tattooed guitarist Chris Knight. Chris becomes Claire’s first friend and first love. But Chris’s dreams of musical stardom soon tear them apart, until fate brings them back together in an explosive reunion. Secrets are revealed that leave them shattered. Can they pick up the pieces before it’s too late? This set includes: - Forever Ours (197 pages) - Relentless (262 pages) - Pieces of You (372 pages) - Bring Me Home (389 pages) - Chasing Abby (372 pages)

    So when lacrosse star, Brandon Kessler, comes along with his all-American good looks, easy disposition and magnetic charm, things seem to be looking up. Even if they come from two totally different worlds. Xander Novak is the gorgeous, volatile and often times mean best friend of Abby's twin brother, Aubrey. Her relationship with him is strained at best. But when Xander moves in unexpectedly, things seem to shift between them. But in what direction?One night of deception, lies, and heartbreak are a common link the three share. When the truth about that night comes out, none of their lives will ever be the same.Will Abby be able to find the love she's been searching for or will everything in her world fall apart?Warning: Strong language and moderate sexual content.

    Fletcher, a wise and witty writing companion, shows us why encouraging choice, purpose, and play helps students find their voices and produce strong, effective writing.

    He was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi, hailed as conscience-keeper of the Mahatma. As an ardent freedom- fighter, as Chief Minister of Madras, as Governor of West Bengal, as Home Minister of India and as the first Indian Governor General of India, he rendered yeoman service to the nation and left an indelible impression on our contemporary life. Rajaji was closely associated with Kulapati Munshiji and he was among the distinguished founder members of the Bhavan. The Bhavan had the privilege of publishing 18 books (see page ii) authored by 'him so far, the copyright of which he gifted to the Bhayan. All of Rajaji's works, especially on Marcus Aurelius, the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads are popular. In Mahabharata and Ramayana he has displayed his inimitable flair for story- telling and the applying moral of stories to the. needs of modern times. In the present book Kural are given selections from the living ver.ses of the immortal Tamil Poet-Saint Tiru-Valluar. The selection are made with the acumen native to Rajaji and are explained in the English which is his own. They are sure to enrich the reader's mind. Rajaji passed away in 1972 at the age of 94.

    His parents believe in being hands on parents. They are fully involved, checking he has done his homework, examining his school report and take a pride in his acting skills. Harry was not the sport loving boy his father wanted, but Mr Josfold was nevertheless, proud of a son who took prizes at school and the lead part in school plays. Harry’s Hamlet received high praise in the local press. At Drama School his professor regards Harry as outstanding, the best student in ten years, bound for a successful career. The trouble is Harry prefers to be called Holly. Luckily he finds friends and one very special girl.

    Now the hot as hell b**tard is standing right in front of me. Asshole Callum Talbot thinks he can have anything he wants. He can’t. I want to bring him to his knees, humiliate him, and hurt him until he's begging for mercy. He’s arrogant. He’s dominant. He’s everything I hate. But I’ll do whatever it takes to discover why he destroyed my dad’s life, even if it means I’m the one who ends up on my knees. Callum Ten years ago, one of my employees attempted to blackmail me, so I made him pay. Now his gorgeous daughter is standing right in front of me. Innocent Aubree Miller thinks she knows the truth. She doesn't. I want to educate her, f**k her, and introduce her to pleasures she never knew existed. She's sweet. She's submissive. She’s everything I want. But she hates me. So what? A little thing like hate won't get in my way. Discovered is a standalone, full-length dark BDSM romance. Guaranteed HEA with no cliffhanger and NO cheating. If you're looking for a smutty romance and a dirty Dom who'll leave you tingling all over, CA Quigg has got you covered.

    She has everything lined up to make that happen, except for that one perfect story to finalize her portfolio. Christian, Vinnie, and Justin, first string forwards on the college hockey team, all have their sights, secretly, set on Hayden. But a situation involving her best friend and the Puck Games - the hockey team's sex rating competition - ends up setting them on a collision course that could leave more than their reputations damaged. Eggnog, coffee dates, and the Winter Wonderland all have Hayden losing bits and pieces of herself to the guys. Will Hayden sacrifice her integrity for her heart, or will she ruin the guys chances at going pro and any chance they have of being together?

    to capture a high-profile E.T. that is rampaging across the high plains, the snatch-and-grab turns out to be much more complicated than the Merc with a Mouth anticipated. One unfortunate wrong-place-at-the-wrong-time accident later leaves Deadpool and Howard fighting for control of the cutest mercenary the Marvel Universe has ever seen! Brought to you with words by Stuart Moore (CLOAK & DAGGER, THANOS: DEATH SENTENCE Novel) and art by Jacopo Camagni (DEADPOOL'S SECRET SECRET WARS).

    A quiet art student. A nobody. Or perhaps, just some girl. These are the non-spoken titles I've been known as since I started at Lake Shore Uni almost two years ago now. When given the chance to leave my horrific childhood behind - I didn’t hesitate. In fact, I was ecstatic to have the door hit me on the ass on my way out of town; because the only two things I actually loved in my traumatic life… Were coming with me.And whilst the three of us shared the same beat-up truck when we moved here – that’s where the similarities unfortunately end. Ethan ‘The Mule’ Jones, is kind of a super star on campus. Everywhere he goes he seems to draw attention. I guess that’s what happens when you’re headlining papers as the star basketballer for the LS Eagles. But to me, he’s just Eth. A boy who still spends his Friday nights snuggled up watching movies with me, and who walks me to classes just to make sure I get there okay. He is my best friend in every way, and I can’t imagine my life without him in it.And then there’s Jase. The truth is I knew from the moment I met Jase at the local skate park, when he was smoking a cigarette and teasing Eth for his poor skating ability, of how fiercely protective he was about those he cared for. From the time he blew his warm breath over my injured knee, to when he thankfully intervened on the most horrific day of my life. A day, that still haunts me when I am alone in the dark. He saved me. But Jase has his own demons too. Even if he doesn’t go looking for it, trouble always seems to find him. Which is why he has been absent from our lives for the past two years. Sometimes I wonder what he’s doing.Quite often I worry if he’s okay.And I always, always, think about him. Even though I shouldn’t.

    So, grab your e-reader and yell "Ollie is my homeboy" while falling in love with this amazing group of friends, teammates, and family as they take you on one hell of a wild ride! The compilation includes: Hat Trick Cross Checked Low Blow Playoff Beard Off Duty Including never before released, exclusive chapters!

    Eric has always stood in the shadows while Collin was the center of attention. Their lives are about to be flipped upside down, when they head off to college to embark on a new adventure. Something tragic happens to the boys, that brings out an ability that has laid in dormancy. As their new abilities begin to manifest, they find out that they may be more than just friends. Sparks fly as they try to figure out how they truly feel about one another and Collin becomes more distant with Eric, as he now has to deal with not being the center of attention, while Eric has to overcome his fears and deal with the fact that he was born to lead. Can Eric step out of the shadows and make the two worlds balance as one? Can Collin deal with the fact that he is no longer the center of attention and has to be in Eric's shadow for once? Follow along as Eric tells his story of love, friendship, and overwhelming fears. Find out if Eric will choose to lead his people into the light and risk losing his one true love or will he choose Collin and leave his people to perish under the rule of the malefic group, who are trying to destroy all those that stand against them.