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Honey Hyman (do not call her "hon") is all leather, piercings, and tattoos. And yes, she may be just a tad deal-obsessed, but who isn't? It’s not like her using coupons is stealing from anyone...unless, of course, those coupons are the fakes she created to help her elderly neighbors afford groceries from the Munch & Crunch, the uber-expensive supermarket that's replaced their local grocery store.

My grandparents’ grumpy neighbor is as hot as the lethal Florida sun. And like the sun, he’s bad for me. My taste in men is the worst - just ask my ex and his restraining order. What am I doing in Florida with my grandparents, you wonder? Well, my best friend is an octopus, and he needs a bigger tank. So, I took a job at an aquarium in the Sunshine State. I didn’t expect that sexy, long-haired grump to make out with me during a late-night swim at the beach. And the last thing I expected was to run into him on my first day, at my new job, where he’s my boss.

Daisy Ellery is back to doing what she does best: making pies and killing guys. And it’s about to get more dangerous than ever. Daisy knows the statistic—domestic violence perpetrated by cops is rampant. It was only a matter of time before she was called in to help. But when this request arrives in her inbox, it isn’t accompanied by the required referral and that makes Daisy nervous. Is this really a woman trapped in a violent relationship, or is it a shady cop trying to uncover Daisy’s murdery side hustle?

The first time Daisy Ellery killed a man with a pie, it was an accident. Now, it’s her calling. Daisy bakes sweet vengeance into her pastries, which she and her dog, Zoe, deliver to the men who’ve done dirty deeds to the town’s women. But if she can’t solve the one crime that’s not of her own baking, she’ll be out of the pie pan and into the oven. Parking her mobile bakery van outside the local diner, Daisy is informed that someone’s been prowling around the van. She finds a letter on her door, threatening to reveal her unsavory secret sideline of pie à la murder.

An overworked single mom from New York City. A billionaire surfer from Florida. Can the turn of the tide bring these two together?

This book is a compilation of small observations and musings. It's filled with moments of reflection and a love letter to simple joys: passing a simple blade of grass on the sidewalk, the freedom of peeing outdoors late at night, or the way a hand-built ceramic mug feels when it's full of warm tea on a chilly morning. It's a catalog and a compendium that examines the complicated experience of being all too human and interacting with a complex, confounding, breathtaking world ... and a reminder to stop and be awake and alive in yourself.

Graham Anderson es un poderoso CEO multimillonario: rico, confiado y siempre en control. Para él, los negocios son su mundo y las emociones no tienen lugar. Pero cuando Ella, una interna brillante y ambiciosa, entra en su oficina, todo cambia. Es joven, determinada y completamente “prohibida”. Sin embargo, la atracción entre ellos es innegable. A medida que su romance secreto en la oficina se intensifica, Graham lucha por controlar sus emociones, mientras Ella enfrenta el desafío de enamorarse de un hombre que juega según sus propias reglas. Cuando los secretos, la ambición y el ...

A daredevil prince wants to pay me mega-bucks to train him to hold his breath underwater for 10 minutes? Sign me up. Except I’m a magician, not a stunt consultant. My record-beating dive without air was a trick. Of course, I can’t tell that to my client, the royally hot Anatolio Cezaroff, a.k.a. Tigger. Not if I want to be able to pay my rent. Also, I’m not exactly comfortable around germs. All germs, including those lurking on uber-attractive men. So falling for my gorgeous client is out of the question, and I fully intend to keep my distance.

Most people go into their first Vipassana retreat blind. But if you were going into the jungle, wouldn't you want a map? I know that I would. If you're considering your first Vipassana retreat (in particular, in the Goenka tradition), look no further than this short guide. I've been on multiple silent retreats, in this tradition and others, and teach meditation in Japan. I decided to write everything I wish I had known before attending. This guide is a simple, no-BS roadmap to help you prepare, understand the practice, and dispel common misconceptions. All in plain English. Inside, you'll ...

The future of democracy is uncertain. Populist world leaders are dominating headlines and creating a new kind of politics that challenges democratic values and the liberal order. They influence the media, exert economic power, appoint judges, cultivate populism and seek to undermine the very institutions which brought them into power. In this gripping narrative, Misha Glenny, journalist and best-selling author of McMafia, tells the stories of six strongmen’s unexpected rise.

So, my Chihuahua fell in love with a bear. Excuse me, a giant, bear-like dog. Now, the bear’s scorching hot owner is on my case, demanding an STD test...for my pet. Another problem with this doggy love affair? The bear’s mysterious owner may be the key to funding my new venture and taking my toys company to the next level. And by “toys", I mean the fun kind, the kind every woman (and man) needs. If only I could figure out what he’s hiding - or get my libido to behave. Because mixing business and pleasure is a bad idea, and Dragomir Lamian may not be who he seems.

My name is Blue - insert a mood-related joke here - and I’m a femme fatale in training. My goal is to join the CIA. Unfortunately, I have a tiny issue with birds, and the closest I’ve come to my dream is working for a government agency that’s disturbingly up-to-speed on everyone’s sexts, rants in private Facebook groups, and secret family chocolate-chip cookie recipes.

"A book that belongs on the shelf alongside The Gulag Archipelago. -- Kirkus Reviews "A short, haunting and beautifully written book." -- The Wall Street Journal The Gulag was a monstrous network of labor camps that held and killed millions of prisoners from the 1930s to the 1950s. More than...

She braved war, magic, and temptation to find him—now, can love survive the truth? Isabella’s heart was torn between three powerful fae men—each encounter, each kiss etched into her soul like ancient runes of passion and regret. After a long and perilous journey through enchanted forests, rival kingdoms, and magical battles, she finally stands face-to-face with Thunder—the fae prince who was once her husband… and the one who vanished without a word. But Thunder’s return raises more questions than answers. Where has he been all this time? Why did he leave her behind? And can a ...

Former BBC Central European correspondent Misha Glenny investigates the borders, stories and people of nine countries worldwide and asks how they acquired the shape and character they have today. Aided by a wealth of expert contributors, he discovers the geographical quirks, Game of Thrones-style battles and history-changing personalities that have defined each nation - busting some persistent myths and stereotypes along the way.

Shelby Parker is one of 19 polar bear shifters living in the small town and the only one of marriageable age. That hasn’t bothered her too much as she’s been busy guiding hunters and the like and trying to contain the town’s secret. When Travis Stephenson, a biologist known for his work with bears, decides to come to town to study the inland polar bears, everyone is a little on edge. Why now? What is he trying to find out?

The true story of Aisha Kay Baca who passed away on September 26, 2024, from an accidental fentanyl overdose at the age of twenty. This books depicts her struggles with mental health, drug addiction, and the murder of her sister's boyfriend. Aisha was a light in this world and was able to share it with many. Listen to this book to experience the miracles and tender mercies her family has been able to witness as they deal with her tragic and untimely death.

Four stories. One heart. A destiny forged in fire. A human woman with forgotten power. Three fae men who shape her fate. One eternal love that refuses to die. When Isabella is swept into the magical realm of the fae, she discovers not only a hidden world of enchantment and danger—but also the truth of her bloodline. The fire of the Salamander clan burns within her, and the weight of two realms rests on her shoulders. But even greater than destiny is the pull of the heart… First came Thunder, the powerful fae prince who claimed her as his wife—and then vanished without explanation. ...

"This extraordinarily powerful book demonstrates how utterly we lack the shared supranational tools needed to fight cybercrime. Essential reading." --Roberto Saviano, author of Gommorah The benefits of living in a digital, globalized society are enormous; so too are the dangers. The world has...

Welcome back to Bear Creek, Alaska. Travis has conquered the evil shifter, Malcolm. But now a new and more pressing danger has arisen. Shelby has lost her memory! Join Travis and Shelby as they try to figure out how to get past this last hurdle before they can become true mates. Will Travis lose his own identity by trying to unlock hers? Find out in the third and final installment of Travis and Shelby’s story where overcoming obstacles will mean either they live happily ever after or they will die trying to overcome the dark magic.