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Rowan Thorpe can be forgiven for living with one foot in the past. Since having to say goodbye far too young to the future she had planned, moving on still feels a daunting task. So, when historian Connor O’Keefe strides purposefully into her office and life, looking far too handsome for his own good and threatening to undermine the local legends she holds close to her heart, she is more than a little unsettled.

What do a runaway bride, a free spirit, and a corporate exec have in common? Besides all being down on their luck, Lainie, Jodi, and Becky are Lizzie Cornell's granddaughters. Upon inheriting their grandmother's home and family bait shop, the three cousins return to Catfish, Texas, grieving Lizzie's passing and hoping to find the fresh start they all need.

After the loss of her husband a year ago, Grace Evans can’t continue with her career or her life in the city any longer. Lost emotionally, she sells her law practice and decides to spend her summer among the sandy beaches of Florida, taking care of an old inn in Naples Beach with her childhood friend Susan Willows. Maybe the lush palm trees and sun-drenched days filled with sand between her toes will help her find direction again. What she doesn’t expect to find is a secret tucked away in an old hidden locket that will change her life forever. And making things more complicated is local...

Think about someone who loves Patagonia. Imagine the person who brought their Beyond Meat burgers to the BBQ. Who can only be found behind the wheel of a Porsche? People don't just buy brands. They use them to tell stories about who they are: stories about their passion for the outdoors, their concern for animal welfare, and their love for design. Stories about identity are the currency of the narrative economy—and the brands that design for the story-driven mind will thrive in it.

Ready to Start Writing Your Book? Discover What Every First-Time Author Needs to Know For years now, you’ve been saying, “I need to write this book.” But every year, you still don’t write it. The real reason… basically, you don’t know where to start. Sure, you’ve jotted down some notes on your phone and you’ve scripted content or scenes out in your head, but when it actually comes to the writing process, you’re stuck and nothing has made it onto paper. You’ve tried Googling and YouTubing ways to get started, but each article or video just leads you further down the ...

All she wants for Christmas is a family to call her own... Being alone is especially difficult around the holidays. That’s why, when Rachel Milligan takes in a foster child for the month of December, she’s determined to make this an unforgettable Christmas for Joy. Ex-baseball sensation Derek Rossi blew into picturesque Jackson Hole on a snowy December day. Love is the last thing on his agenda. But Derek’s world is quickly knocked off kilter when he meets the vivacious Rachel and her spunky foster daughter, Rachel can’t deny her life has been a whole lot more jolly since Derek ...

As single mother Leah struggles to get her children ready one morning, the doorbell rings. Standing on the doorstep of their terraced house in Whitley Bay is a well-dressed stranger, Clio, who feels an emotional tie to the house that she can’t explain.

Willow Shorts has told herself the same thing for years – she doesn’t want a divorce. But deep down, she knows there’s more to life than laundry and loneliness. Her husband, Charlie, had promised to give up his workaholic ways this summer. But it’s been months, and nothing has changed. In an act of desperation, Willow leaves her husband a note, drives south through the night, to stay at her best friend’s summer cottage on Sanibel Island. The first few days are filled with sandy streets, sunshine and crystal blue water, just as she imagined. It’s only after 4 days have passed ...

DO YOU HAVE A GREAT IDEA FOR A STORY— But NO CLUE How to Turn It Into a Novel? START YOUR STORY RIGHT takes your raw story concept from a vague idea to something ready to develop into a novel just the way established writers do. With seven easy questions and a bit of additional knowledge, you'll learn how to delve into your story idea to find its essence—so you can use that essence as you write your novel. You'll understand how to identify protagonists, antagonists, define the conflict, and even establish your story's theme. And you'll do all this with seven straightforward questions. ...

She came for a new life and found the love she never saw coming! Lisa I sacrificed everything in my quest to be the first female partner at my law firm – friends, a personal life, and even carbs. But when I get passed over for my promotion because I’m not married, I lose it. Next thing you know I’m a hot mess, unemployed and stuck in my condo eating junk food. That’s when my ex-fiancé’s new fiancée and her over-the-top mother offer me a lifeline: a fresh start in the picturesque town of Cedar Creek. Complicated right? But what more do I have to lose? Sean Despite watching my ...

A tale that will leave pawprints on your heart. Recent widower Andrew Blake finds himself at a crossroads in the wake of his wife’s passing, desperately seeking solace for his grieving 8-year-old daughter, Allie. Faced with an unexpected opportunity to choose a puppy from a litter of yellow labs, Drew seizes the chance to bring a furry companion into their lives. Little does Drew realize that Lily, the tall and gangly last pick of the litter, will lead them all to unimagined blessings. With the grace of second chances and the promise of new beginnings, Lily heals and opens their hearts. ...

From the sword in the stone and the founding of Camelot to the famed Round Table and the Lake of Enchantment, the legend of King Arthur will never lose its magic. Though simpler, this version includes all the wonderful stories - such as King Arthur’s winning of Guenievere and Merlin’s tragic downfall at the hands of the evil Vivien.

This collection of true narratives reflects the dynamism and diversity of nurses who provide the first vital line of patient care. Here, nurses remember their first "sticks", first births, and first deaths and reflect on what gets them though long, demanding shifts and keeps them in the profession.

She ran from the altar. He stopped running years ago. Now they’re both stuck in the same small town—and neither one is ready for what’s coming next. When Delaney Hart flees her picture-perfect wedding and her controlling fiancé, the last place she expects to land is a broken-down garage in a sleepy mountain town. Stranded in a torn wedding dress and high heels, she strikes a deal with the gruff, grease-streaked mechanic who reluctantly offers her a place to stay. Wyatt Thorne isn’t looking for company—especially not the kind that hums off-key, rearranges his paperwork, and stirs ...

Four women, and a freshman year beyond his wildest fantasies. My life flipped upside down the day an older woman decided to take interest in me. At nineteen, I thought I had a normal, boring college life. Then she walked into my life with her knowing smiles and promises of pleasure I’d never imagined. Before I knew it, my mundane freshman year transformed into an education no university could provide. I had no idea how much my life was about to change. Volume 1 includes books 1-5. His First Taste His First Seduction His First Lesson His First Challenge His First Encounter

No money? No problem. Discover how to start big with small pockets and bold dreams. Lack of capital does not have to cancel your dreams. Starting Without Money is an inspirational guide for dreamers who feel trapped by financial limitations. Drawing from a decade of entrepreneurship experience, educational pursuits, and personal experiences of achieving things without a fat bank account, C. Ruth Taylor reveals how starting with nothing can actually work in your favor. Through real-life stories, from Walt Disney to Canva’s Melanie Perkins, the author shows that lack of capital does not ...

They were the perfect family…until the summer that changed everything. Lauren Moorfield has everything - a wonderful husband, two adorable kids, a dazzling career, and a dream house to die for. Then one day, 20 year old Isabella shows up at the family home, claiming Lauren’s husband Jeff is the father she never knew - the father who left her mother before she was born. As Jeff and Lauren attempt to make sense of the situation, they welcome her into the family. Jeff assures Lauren that he has no idea about Isabella’s existence, but as time goes by, and despite her best efforts to make ...

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, embark on your path to fluency with a captivating collection of 20 English short stories designed to navigate you through the rich landscape of the English language. This is a set of 4 Books, each one crafted for a different language proficiency level and suitable for all ages:

Fiji in July is hot—and so is Lucy’s love life. After months of juggling her mother’s care, her work, and two very different men vying for her attention, Lucy Landish is ready for a slower pace. She pictures flower-strewn bungalows, fruity cocktails, and sunsets over turquoise water as The Holiday Adventure Club heads to the South Pacific. But paradise comes with complications. Both Nick—the rugged writer she can’t stop thinking about—and Dev—the charming coffee shop owner she can’t quite forget—show up in Fiji determined to spend time with her. And her guests are just as ...

Grief-stricken widow Ella Marlowe never imagined a Christmas ornament would hurl her over two centuries into the past. Now, in the powderkeg of pre-revolutionary Charleston, she finds herself inexplicably drawn to James Hawthorne, a ruggedly handsome blacksmith with secrets of his own. As Ella navigates this dangerous new world, she discovers a passion she thought long dead, and a purpose she never knew she needed. But Ella's presence in the past comes at a price. A dark curse threatens to tear her from James, while the drums of war echo ever louder. With time itself as her enemy, Ella must...