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Firefighter and mercenary Marat Azarov thinks he’s being noble when he rescues a beautiful slave woman from certain torture. Alas, she turns out to be more than she appears and does not appreciate his interference. In an attempt to redeem himself - and perhaps win her regard - he concocts a plot that even his grenade-flinging colleague Striker deems unwise.

He didn't just capture her body; he claimed her reality. Lonely artist Naomi sought solitude but found a tear in the universe. From it stepped Typhon, an ancient guardian with silver eyes and a body of shadow and tentacles. He wasn't a monster to be feared, but a magnificent being to be explored. The Rift Typhon guarded held back horrors that fed on life, and Naomi’s soul was a beacon calling them from the void. To protect reality, he had to control her. He had to possess her. He had to turn her from a lure into a weapon. Their bond was forged in battle and sealed in the flesh. This ...

Some thickets are better left unexplored. Lila Evergreen thinks the local legends are just stories. She is a botanist who only cares about the rare flora hiding in the deep woods. But when she steps past the warning markers, she triggers a trap that has been waiting for centuries. The vines do not just hold her down. They deliver her to him. Darius Hoofshadow is a monster of myth. He is driven by a curse that demands he claim a mate to break his solitude. He stalks Lila through the shadows before taking what he wants. He whispers dark promises against her skin and tells her exactly how he ...

Four Sweet Mail-Order Bride Historical Western Romance Stories Filled with Mystery and Suspense! Etta's Secret A mail-order bride’s journey takes an unexpected turn that leads to mystery, deep secrets, and love! Jessie's Regret Jessie didn’t expect to be involved in blackmail and a small-town murder mystery. As chaos surrounds her, can Jessie find her one true love? Ruth's Revelation Ruth has always had to give up on her dreams, but not anymore! She is finally willing to fight for what she wants. Amber's Promise When a young lady named Amber Rutledge turns up holding a marriage contract...

I was born in Cinco City. I suffered in Cinco City. I fought, scraped, cried, and bled in Cinco City, and all the time, I did it alone. Not this time. With Sunny, Liam, River, and Bane on my side, it's the Brotherhood who'll know what it is to have everything they wanted in the palm of their hands until it's all ripped away. Stand aside, Cinco. There's a new queen ruling this city, and with my Savage Princes by my side, I'm unstoppable.

Cora Whitfield’s life falls apart when her reputation is ruined, forcing her to marry a stranger on the harsh frontier. Unprepared for the isolation, she’s surprised by the tenderness in her stoic new husband, a widower with two sons, and wonders if love might still be possible in this wild new world. Sam Garrett never planned to remarry, but pressure from his family left him with little choice. Yet Cora is nothing like he imagined and as she challenges his world and awakens feelings he thought long buried, Sam finds himself wondering if their marriage might be more than a mere duty. ...

In the past 15 years, cutting-edge innovations in neuroscience have led to one of the most powerful insights in human history…that within each and every one of us there are natural biological potentials for real happiness. In this course, you will learn how to harness your brain's own natural anti-depressants and uncover your true potential for joy!

The perfect book for all student journalists, this young readers adaptation of the New York Times bestselling She Said by Pulitzer Prize winning reporters' Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey will inspire a new generation of young journalists. Soon to be a major motion picture! Do you want to...

After 10 years of flying freighter ships from planet to planet, Val Calendula never thought she would apply for a job as a combat pilot in a mercenary outfit. But her brother has gotten himself into financial trouble, and he's heading to a mining prison if Val can't pay off his debts. Mercenaries don't always live long...but they make good money while they're alive. A few combat bonuses, and Val could earn what she needs.

I put my treacherous fated mates in their place: My bed. A jail cell. Their grave. That should have been the end of it, but of course, Luame never would’ve given me soulmates who took it lying down. I have a war to fight on all fronts, but it’s the war for my heart that I’m losing—badly.

Has teaching ever felt more stressful? External pressures, environmental factors, previous experiences, fear, anger—all these and more create stress and tension in the classroom. Emotional distress interrupts and can harm—even destroy—effective teaching, learning, and emotional wellness in teachers and students.

She thought she could steal her freedom, but he demanded a payment in flesh. Farah survives the harsh desert bazaars by staying invisible. When she swipes a gem from the wrong caravan, the law catches up. Her sentence is not prison. It is being sold to Galen, a massive centaur guardian with storms in his eyes and a terrifying calm in his voice. He does not want a slave to scrub floors. He wants a mate to claim. Galen uses ancient alchemy to bind her. His venom changes her body, turning the defiant thief into a leaking, desperate vessel craving his touch. He warns her not to run, but Farah ...

The nature of the game has changed. But my feelings for my guys haven’t. As the search for Kieran intensifies, the battle between us reaches its pitch. And in every fight, Brutal shows up to win. My silent, savage love has his own reasons for starting this war, and nothing will get in his way. Something we have in common. I will defeat the undefeatable Brutal. I’ll bring him into my loud, chaotic world and make him mine.

One surprising love story defies all expectations in a world where music and passion come together. Amelia: After a devastating breakup that turned my life upside down, I decided to make the bold move of packing up and starting fresh in a new city. I wouldn't let anyone or anything get too close again, so I could keep my heart guarded against further damage. That was until I crossed paths with Xander West, the bad boy lead singer of Crimson Haze, whose possessive charm left me questioning everything I thought I knew about myself. Xander: When I spotted her, I knew there was something ...

He doesn’t just want her obedience. He wants her soul. Poppy Jenkins thought she’d finally carved out a life of her own—until Dane Fraser showed up with a smirk and a set of duffel bags. Her golden-boy stepbrother. Her tormentor. Her new roommate. Sent to “babysit” her after the scandalous jersey incident that nearly destroyed his athletic career, Dane’s mission is clear: control her, shame her, and remind her who owns her. And Dane? He never fails a mission. Behind closed doors, his dominance turns primal. Every word is a command. Every punishment is earned. And every ...

Any beginner or experienced witch can learn to develop a connection with plants and make the best use of them. This book shares detailed information on the properties of different herbs and plants and how you can use them for green witchery. It guides you on the path of magickal herbalism as you delve into the Old World practices of witchcraft that have survived through the centuries. Embrace the healing practices of herbalism practiced by witches through the ages and experience the magic yourself. It is not as complex as you may have assumed, and with this guide, it gets even easier.

National Book Award finalist Laura Ruby returns with the middle chapter in her epic alternate-history adventure—a journey that will test Tess, Theo, and Jaime and change their lives forever. It was only a few weeks ago that the Biedermann twins, Tess and Theo, along with their friend Jaime...

Jade can manipulate souls with the tug of a thread—it’s up to her, and a boy with a soul as bright as the universe to stop a creature on the loose before it claims its next victim in this gorgeous, Mexican & German inspired romantasy for fans of Rebecca Ross. "Richly woven with magic...

Turn Your Backyard Dreams into a Sustainable, Profitable Reality Are you ready to transform your passion for gardening, raising chickens, or harvesting honey into a thriving business? The Homestead Advantage is your essential guide to turning your land and skills into multiple income streams—without sacrificing your values or peace of mind. Whether you have a small urban plot or several acres, this step-by-step book shows you how to build a mini homestead business from the ground up—with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Inside, you'll discover how to: 🌿 Start Smart • Assess your ...

In the crushing abyss, love is the most dangerous discovery of all. Scholar Rowan’s life dedicated to the ocean ends when a violent storm pulls her into its depths. She is saved from a watery grave not by a man, but by a monster. Lir, the silent, tentacled king of a lost city, rescues her for reasons of his own, making her a captive in his breathtaking, sunless world. Trapped leagues under the sea, Rowan’s fear gives way to a fierce, scientific curiosity that her captor shares. Their clinical examinations soon ignite a dangerous, all-consuming lust. He is a creature of immense power and...