Ever!" COURAGE NEVER GROWS OLD. Danann adds a tale of trial and triumph that proves two things once again. Black Swan heart can be expressed in four legged form. And there's no place like home. The Hawking family is at home at the Northern Ireland farm and wolf-dog kennel for Yuletide when Blackie goes missing. Instead of a joyous celebration of family and friends, Ram’s mate and elflings are beside themselves with fear and worry. As Song and Litha join the search, the story takes a turn into the dark world of dog fighting and the kidnapping of adult male dogs that match promoter criteria. Black Swan rarely gets involved in the mundane affairs of the world because that’s simply not their purpose, mission, or directive. But when Simon’s office is drowned in messages from retired knights insisting that Blackie is unofficially one of them and that an exception must be made, he relents and orders available personnel to assist B Team with a rundown. BOOK 14 TRESPASS Winner BEST SCI-FI FANTASY ROMANCE novel of the year!- The Paranormal Romance Guild Formerly published as Simon Says. New York Times bestselling author, Victoria Danann, introduces a new Black Swan series with this enchanting novella that will make you want to pack your bags and move to the world of Black Swan. "Adore this book." - Night Owl Reviews TOP PICK Rosie Storm is about to get the chance to head up a new Black Swan unit, D.I.T. The Department of Interdimensional Trespass. "Heart-warming, witty, quirky, a little racy and completely engaging!" - Amazon Reader Twenty years ago Sir Simon was a vampire hunter. He took three month's bereavement leave to go wild camping in the far north of Scotland following the death of his team leader. He expected solitude and fresh air to clear his mind and heart. He did not expect to fall in love. While wild camping on the stark landscape of the Orkney Islands, she disappeared into the standing stones. She faded into nothingness, a look of panic frozen on her face. As she reached out and silently called his name, he lunged to grab her an instant too late. Her memory has haunted him every hour since. Simon channeled his sorrow and loneliness into work until he eventually rose to the most powerful position ever held by an ex Black Swan knight. With tireless dedication, he built a congregation of talented misfits, watching and waiting for the one who could find Sorcha. BOOK 15 IRISH WAR CRY Torn Finngarick has finally met his match. CRAP IN A CAULDRON >b>What if you woke up to find you're no longer human? New York Times bestseller, Victoria Danann, author of Best Paranormal Romance Series the past four years in a row, continues the fast paced and breathlessly sexy adventures of D.I.T. Rosie hired Irish elf twins, Sheridan and Shivaun O'Malley for the newly formed Department of Interdimensional Trespass. They were wild and nearly feral, raised in the New Forest Preserve with no contact with the modern world until Black Swan made them the only female hunters other than Lady Elora Laiken. When Sher was assigned as Finngarick's partner, they were both stunned to find they weren't only partners, but fated mates.

    But only one kind sits at the top of the food chain, and these boys leave the pups and cubs in their dust. If they aren’t soaring through the sky, they’re melting hearts with their molten eyes or turning their enemies into piles of ash. Enter the dragon. As the ultimate apex predator, they aren’t afraid of a fight when it comes to protecting their mates. But what happens when dragon brothers fall for the same girl, or ancient prophecies threaten to destroy everything they love? These shifters might wield the power of gods, but their human hearts are dangerously fragile. Book 1 - Dragon Mate’s Secret Baby Audra comes to him battered and bruised…Neil gives her his home, body, and soul…But even a safe harbor can’t stop the storm to come. Book 2 - Dragon’s Virgin Mate When Trent sees Sienna, his world splits apart.The girl is sassy, beautiful, courageous…And she’s betrothed to his older brother. Book 3 - Alpha Dragon’s Second Chance Nik is the strong, kind protector she’s always longed for.Freya is the sister of his mortal enemy.They’ve finally found The One…but they only have a single night. Book 4 - Dragon Shifter Redemption An unstoppable prophecy that ends in death…A girl denied the truth, her entire life.Stephen’s falling for Calypso, but his first love is destined to be his last. Get ready for steamy encounters and epic loves that soar sky high. Things get hot—blistering hot—as these dragon-shifters fall in love and lust and go to war to protect what’s theirs. Each breath-taking novel is a standalone, but the series is best read in order. Warning: Adults Only

    

     Nicholas Lawrence, an accomplished investigator with the FBI, voluntarily takes a reassignment from his human trafficking unit in Austin, Texas. His transfer brings him to the bank robbery unit based out of Connecticut’s New Haven field office. Nick’s decision to relocate, stemming from the recent death of his father, is done in effort to care for his aging mother suffering from the onset of dementia. Nick soon finds himself in a desperate chase of a deadly terrorist and his greatest ally maybe a bank robbery suspect with a mysterious past. The Lion's Mouth Big things come in small packages. Nick Lawrence returned to Austin, Texas and rejoined his old unit, the FBI’s Violent Crimes Against Children task force. It’s not long before he finds himself in the middle of a well-organized human trafficking ring. Teaming with local law enforcement, he sets out to dismantle the group. Nick soon realizes that he’s in over his head and if he’s not careful…he might lose his. The Rabbit's Hole Sometimes what goes down does not always come back. Agent Cheryl Simmons of the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit has come to Austin, Texas. Simmons is known throughout the Bureau as a legend among their elite profilers. A career built on delving into the deeply twisted minds of murderers has forever changed her. She’s devoted the better part of the last four years to tracking an unpredictable killer, who’s garnered the nickname The Ferryman. For reasons unknown, the killer has targeted Special Agent Nick Lawrence. With Nick as bait, Simmons may finally have the upper hand. As Nick’s world collapses around him, The Ferryman tightens his grip.

    

    Free on KU.It includes the following books:Billionaire’s RanchBillionaire’s Sugar BabyBillionaire’s NannyThese have never been released and all have a happily ever after.

     This is a delightfully sweet romance box set from Holly Rayner. It’s filled with enthralling tales of sheikhs, billionaires, and most of all, their sometimes accidental, at times secret, but always beloved babies! The Sheikh’s Twin Baby Surprise: Sheikh Omar Fakim Al-Daqqa has a problem: as presumptive heir to the throne of Al-Thakri, the Middle-Eastern nation’s constitution demands that he must have a child in order to accede to the throne. Knowing that his power-hungry brother is desperate to usurp his throne and have a baby before him, Omar knows he must act quickly, and he already has a potential mother in mind… The Sheikh’s Triplet Baby Surprise: Career-minded Amity Winters has no time for love and marriage; a respected public relations executive, and one of the best in Los Angeles, she’s never put much thought to starting a family. Yearning for a fresh challenge, she accepts an unusual offer… The Sheikh’s Quadruplet Baby Surprise: Sensing an unmissable opportunity to advertise his company’s new treatment, the Sheikh agrees, and before long, Maddy is pregnant. What Maddy didn’t consider, however, is that the treatment might be overly effective. Four times too effective, in fact! The Sheikh’s Quintuplet Baby Surprise: The next morning, however, Nicole is shocked to discover that the Sheikh is engaged to be married to a woman he’s never met, and faces going back to work as though nothing happened between them. Little does she know that five precious reminders grow larger inside her every day… The Sheikh’s Sextuplet Baby Surprise: Rachelle is heartbroken by Darian’s disappearance, but her attempts to contact him prove fruitless. When her doctor confirms that she’s carrying a little something – or rather, six little somethings – to remember him by, however, she knows what she must do… The Tycoon’s Triplet Baby Surprise: As the legal case picks up steam, Charlotte receives some shocking news: she’s pregnant, with not one, not two, but three of Sean Lawson’s babies! With the court case in jeopardy, and their fledgling romance on the line, can they overcome the forces that seek to drive them apart, and become the united, loving parents they never expected to be? The Sheikh’s Borrowed Baby: As Karim falls deeper into his lie—and as Hallie falls ever deeper for her fake husband—it soon becomes clear that neither party will walk away unscathed. Can Karim figure out that this little family isn’t just a prop in his spun fiction, but a warm and precious treasure, that’ll finally make him whole? The Prince’s Triplet Baby Surprise: As a paparazzo journalist Lisa Garcia is used to meddling in other people’s business, so her plot to get closer to the handsome and alluring Prince Francesco of Aluzzi seems almost too easy. Tasked with snapping pictures of him and his infamously difficult fiancée, Princess Rose, her plan goes off without a hitch, but when she witnesses the Princess storm off after a bitter row, Lisa is quickly thrust into a royal drama! The Tycoon’s Temporary Twins: Sophia is horrified that Jed thinks of the baby only as a short-term convenience, and sets out to prove him otherwise.

    He started from the bottom, but at a very early age, he always knew that he would one day run the streets--with his crew by his side. Take a look at how it all began for them all. From before he met Rozalyn, to when he was with Shalea, and before he was crowned king.

    He can't figure out why the thought is there, why he's thinking that way, after all he's only sixty years old and in good shape. A series of weird crimes confront him, challenging him at a time he feels most vulnerable. Eventually, assisted by a reliable deputy and a young, heavily-tattooed, former drug-running woman, the mysteries deepen. The clues are few and far between, the violence vicious and seemingly unwarranted. Eventually things slip out of control, until a small, seemingly unimportant detail surfaces that brings into focus what might be happening. Filled with exciting action, great dialogue and a very real sense of place, this book offers much for the mystery and action lover. And, at only 213 pages, it's a fast, exciting read, a "two-nighter," or perfect for a vacation read.

    

     I knew we were mates from the time we were kids. I thought Soren knew it too. Now he’s a rich, famous pop star and I’m left in his dust without an explanation. I didn’t know he was battling literal demons of his own in his quest to protect his newfound pack —and me. When he comes back to town, I’m moving on with Jack…or am I? Because the heart wants what the heart wants—and mine has always belonged to Soren. Even if he’s not the man I remember. Because he’s not a man, he’s a wolf. This Box Set Includes: Boxer Bear Pop Star Wolf The Vampire Philanthropist Reality TV Dragon Author's Note: This is a collection of steamy stand alone series romances intended for 18+

    Mona-Lisa and Delano have had their share of ups and downs but their bond was unbreakable. However, the storm is far from over as they struggle to become untangled from the lies they fell victim to in the beginning. Just when Marissa was trying to put her life back together, karma came back around and dealt her a hand that she may have to throw in. Will Mona-Lisa and Delano be able to stand the pressure of a love that’s been nothing but drama from day one, or will they finally have to call it quits? Will Marissa be forgiven so that she can move on, or is she left standing on the other side? Since fighting for his life, Todd has come to realize the error of his ways. Without anyone in his corner, all he can rely on are his old methods and hope they don’t become his last ones. The tension mounts on the streets of Atlanta for the last time. Who will be left standing when the smoke clears?

     The Hussle and Heart series, dedicated to the late Nipsey Hussle, travels to the slums of Channing City and places a magnifying glass on the lives of the biggest hustlers with the biggest hearts.

    To his surprise, the beautiful Bianca Goldsmith is still there, and still single. Freddie knows he’s a fraction of the man he used to be and is sure Bianca wouldn’t be interested in rekindling their romance. But Bianca’s feelings for him run deeper than he knows… Book 5: Bride for Hire A second chance at a first love… Noelle Goldsmith is convinced that at age 52 she’ll never love a man again, and then she meets her old flame, Cameron Taylor. When Cam asks her to pretend to be his wife for the weekend for business, she jumps at the chance of escaping with him for a few days. Just for old times’ sake. But when it’s time for Cam to return to England, he discovers he doesn’t want to let her go… Book 6: Bride by Christmas Old friends, new lovers… When Elliot reminds Libby Carter of the promise they made to each other when they were kids—that they’d marry each other if they were still single when they turned thirty—Libby sees a future for herself for the first time since the plane crash. But a secret she’s hiding makes it impossible for her to move forward. There’s no chance she could be a bride by her birthday on Christmas Eve. Is there?

    You will rethink your entire perspective on the healthcare industry and their providers after reading this book. “Do yourself a favor and never give in to someone telling you that you need to smell something in the medical field.” -Nugget of wisdom from a trauma nurse. There is a lot about the healthcare industry and the medical profession, especially the workers that keep it functional that is unknown and shrouded in secrecy. If you’ve ever wondered how they deal with the things they’ve seen that will probably make you throw up your last meal and all the ones before that, then this book is for you. In Confessions of a Trauma Nurse, Arayah Sunshine gives a unique and rare peek into the daily activities of professionals in the healthcare industry with a fresh perspective never seen elsewhere or written down in this manner. Not for the weak-minded, this book gives a different spin on the realities of the medical profession. Taken from trauma nurses from different backgrounds with stories and anecdotes that will make you laugh, cringe-inducing horror stories, moments that will make you indignant and others that will bring you near tears, this book will take you on an emotional, yet insightful and enlightening roller coaster. Confessions of a Trauma Nurse is chock-full of lots of captivating thoughts, ideas, and comments that border deliciously on the edge of very dark humor. Some are as little as a sentence long, yet pack a punch so powerful that you will be thinking about them for hours, if not days. It also contains tips from the “pros” to avoid falling for the tricks and traps that healthcare providers set for themselves! But beware, once you’ve begun reading, you will not want to put this one down for even a minute, so make sure you’ve cleared your schedule for the day before delving into the psyche of trauma nurses. You might also want to make sure you can handle gross moments because this book contains a lot. If you’re a healthcare provider, then this is definitely a book you should add to your shelf. If you’re interested in the daily activities and thought processes of healthcare providers and trauma nurses, get this book. Scroll up and click the buy button now to get your copy of Confessions of a Trauma Nurse by Arayah Sunshine and get started on your way into the world of healthcare providers!