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Bank Holiday is a gripping financial thriller that follows the rise and fall of First NBC Bank through the eyes of its original founder, revealing how ambition, ego, and unchecked growth led to one of the largest and most dramatic Bank failures in U.S. history. Set in New Orleans and rooted in real events, the book combines insider knowledge with sharp storytelling to expose the fragile underpinnings of modern finance, the complicity of regulators, the human costs of systemic failure.

All I want for Christmas is for Luke Scott to fall in love with me. Too bad he’s a pro baseball player. And my best friend. To be fair, it’s my own fault that I’m in this situation. Cooper Hills is a small town. And growing up, I was always that girl. You know, the one who guys think of like their little sister–and nothing more. But this Christmas, all of that’s about to change. I’m going to go out on a few dates and have some fun. What’s weird though is that when I tell Luke about my plan, he doesn’t seem happy for me. He gets possessive. And growly.

At Jingle, an advertising startup known for its quirky holiday traditions, the company’s end-of-year productivity contest decides who gets to be the Boss’s Holiday Whore—a coveted title that comes with perks a junior employee could only imagine: a five-figure bonus, and a private weeklong mentorship with the company’s enigmatic CEO—Edward Collins. Mr. Collins is a 45-year-old silvering man, rarely seen but always neatly groomed and dressed to show off the hard-earned muscle under his form-fitting business attire. Enter Laz Navarro, 23, a broke intern with less-than-ideal roommates...

All I want for Christmas is for Isabella Marshall to fall in love with me. Too bad I've been a jerk to her since we were kids. And now she can't stand me. In Isabella’s defense, this whole thing is my fault. She and I have been sworn enemies since grade school. And I haven’t exactly made things easy for her since we’ve been managing my family’s café together. But what she doesn’t know is that I’ve been secretly in love with her this whole time. Not that I plan on telling her. We’ve been fighting for so long there's no way I can unring that bell.

All I want for Christmas is for Lily Hopkins to fall in love with me. Too bad she’s my daughter’s nanny… and completely off-limits. The first rule of being a single dad is this: don't fall for the nanny. There's just one problem. I'm hopelessly in love with my daughter's nanny, Lily. She's everything I want in a woman—smart, funny, kind. And her gorgeous curves make my mouth water. But Lily works for me, and taking things further would be crossing a line. Not to mention that I'm ten years older than her. As a firefighter, I'm all about playing it safe and following the rules.

Bank Holiday is a story by Katherine Mansfield: A stout man with a pink face wears dingy white flannel trousers, a blue coat with a pink handkerchief showing, and a straw hat much too small for him, perched at the back of his head.

22-year-old college student Nate Howard is dreading the holidays back at his small-town family home. The season’s traditions feel hollow, and leave him craving something more. Enter Carlos, a rugged 42-year-old ex-con handyman hired to fix up the barn during a freak snowstorm. Despite their differences, the two find themselves snowed in together, sharing conversations that chip away at their guarded walls. As the storm rages outside, sparks ignite between Nate and Carlos, and their connection deepens over shared laughter, subtle glances, and quiet moments of vulnerability. But with the ...

"Bank Holiday" is a story by Katherine Mansfield: A stout man with a pink face wears dingy white flannel trousers, a blue coat with a pink handkerchief showing, and a straw hat much too small for him, perched at the back of his head.

At the North Pole, it is the duty of every elf between the ages of 18 and 22 to serve Santa. After that, we graduate and go on to make our own lives. The name's Twinkle Tipsy Toes, and I'm a 21-year-old elf. With only one two years left at the workshop, I plan to make this my year. On December 24th I will be the one taken on Santa's sleigh as his number one. It’s what I’ve dreamed of for years, even before starting at Santa’s workshop. It's what we all dream of. To be the one noticed. To be the one chosen. We elves compete for the opportunity to accompany Santa on his route, and maybe...

All I want for Christmas is to see Boone Pierce again. Too bad he's been deployed overseas and we haven't spoken in years... Three years ago, I met a handsome Marine named Boone at my brother's wedding. We shared a stolen kiss, but that was all. As a single mom and widow, I just wasn't ready to open up my heart again. So we both went our separate ways... or so I thought. Boone has just moved from Texas to my small town of Fit Mountain, Wyoming, to start a mechanic shop. To say I'm shocked would be an understatement. And the surprises don't stop there.

Will he outwit his blackmailer or prioritize his heart’s desire? NYC billionaire, Daniel Dufort, is being blackmailed into marriage. He’ll do whatever it takes to protect his family dynasty but not that and he’s not about to be coerced into it. While in Hawaii on business, he meets Harper, and what starts as a sexy distraction soon ends with him questioning his priorities. Bestselling author Harper Kane is in Oahu where her steamy romance is being made into a movie. Nursing a broken heart, she has no interest in her own love story, especially not with the wealthy, arrogant, and—damn...

2017 has been a monumental year for Audible, having just celebrated our 20th anniversary, a milestone that would have never been possible without our wonderful and loyal listeners. One of our major commitments is bringing new and diverse audio experiences to our members, so this year, as our gift to you, we pulled together a collection that reflects a little bit of everything we’ve been up to recently.

Are you tired of the financial stress that often accompanies the festive season? 'Christmas on a Budget: Smart Strategies for a Festive Season' is here to help you create magical holiday memories without breaking the bank. This guide offers practical advice and actionable steps to enjoy a meaningful Christmas while keeping your finances in check. - Discover how to set a realistic Christmas budget and stick to it - Learn creative and affordable gift ideas that show you care - Transform your home with budget-friendly DIY decorations - Plan delicious holiday meals without overspending - Engage...

Aidan Dufort is a billionaire businessman, and dominant lover. During a weekend wedding in Hawaii, he sets his sights on small-town submissive, Lily. The way she reacts to him has his body on fire, and when he finds out there’s another man in the mix, Aidan finds himself staking a claim his family isn’t happy with. Lily feels completely out of her depth stepping into the luxurious Dufort world for her best friend’s wedding. Add in a powerfully handsome best man who makes her tremble with every glance and this weekend is shaping up to be the wildest of her life. When promises are made,...

Have a holly jolly Christmas with these three sexy Christmas stories, featuring a steamy taboo short and a North Pole saga about a charming boy elf vying to be Santa's most favorite.

Following the events of Santa's Little Helper, Santa and Twinkle Tipsy Toes embark on a magical sleigh ride through the night, delivering presents across the world. Santa has chosen Twinkle as his special little helper, and Twinkle will do everything he can to show Santa he made the right choice. When the world is their oyster, nothing can stop Santa and Twinkle from having the most magical, raunchy Christmas of their lives, and remembering it for years to come.

Amelia Dufort There I was, a glass of Cristal in my hand at an art gallery, minding my own business. Next minute I’m in his bed. Those ten days over Christmas were the happiest, most romantic, and without doubt the most sexually intimate of my life. My heart bursting with love. My body alive with his touch. Jack Rutherford. The sexy and powerful bachelor, and US senator, had stolen my heart. Until the truth slid to the surface destroying everything in a single moment. Jack The moment I laid eyes on Amelia I knew I had to have her. Own her. Consume her. I’m an influential man, but ...

Powerful new king, Vincent Moretti has spent his life training to sit on the throne. Now he's striving to live up to the kings before him. When the graceful blonde arrives in his court, he's determined not to let her distract him. Kate proudly watches Vincent take the throne, believing him to be her fated mate. He stubbornly won't acknowledge it and now she's questioning herself. When disaster strikes, a male from her past is the one who steps up and comforts her. But when he escorts her home, Kate realizes she's not at all safe with him. Has she just paved out a future of control and ...

USA Today best-selling author Leanne Banks kicks off the new Fortunes of Texas continuity with a story of a single mom and the sexy rancher who sweeps her off her feet! As she rings in the new year in Horseback Hollow, Texas, single mom Stacey Fortune Jones tries to count her blessings. She has an adorable baby girl, Piper; supportive parents; good friends. Best of them all is Colton Foster, her longtime neighbor from the ranch next door. He always seems to be around when she needs him. Trouble is, she may be starting to need him a bit too much...

This book spells out what global banks intend to do with our savings during the next banking crisis. Americans, including ourselves, feel that when we put our money in our local bank, the money we put in is ours. Not anymore! Once the teller takes your money and gives you the deposit slip, it becomes the bank's money. Chapter one explains the new rules that we all must live with as of November 2014.