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Daisy Baker has a kind heart, a fierce mind, and a brave spirit. Those qualities were what caught the attention of firefighter, Ayden Parker. Every Wednesday at noon for two years straight, they meet the same way, inside of Luxe Flower Boutique, where Ayden makes the same purchase each time. One question, complimentary flowers, and a promise was all it took to shift the dynamic between the two. And right before their eyes, a romance began to bloom.

Deep-rooted African Spirits, the Orishas, are given respect and service in modern Santeria, Voodoo, as well as other Caribbean traditions.Today, many Yoruban and other West Africans still turn to the Orishas for help and guidance in not only their little problems, but also the big ones of life. From this audiobook you will learn that each Orisha have specific actions and temperament.

Subject 336, once a victim of sinister experiments designed to replicate her extraordinary abilities, now grapples with the consequences of her captors' actions. Unbeknownst to them, they unleashed a primal force that laid waste to their facility and left her haunted by the aftermath. Adrift and uncertain, Subject 336 embarks on a perilous journey from the scorching Mexican desert to the lush Colombian Amazon, all while the Third World War rages on.

As an autistic person or neurodivergent individual with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you may sometimes feel as if you're living in a world that wasn't designed for you. You may have sensory sensitivities, social difficulties, struggles with executive functioning, sleep issues, depression, anxiety, burnout and meltdowns, and trauma from a lifetime of marginalization and microaggressions.

This is our end and also our beginning.

At a very young age, Gabrielle Reddy knew what true love was. She knew that Red would always be there for her and would do anything to make sure she wanted for nothing. His love was unconditional. Red promised Gabrielle the world but couldn’t promise that he’d be in it forever. They say it’s better to have loved than not loved at all but Gabrielle looked at life differently. Instead of dealing and then healing from what happened to Red, Gabrielle ran away from everything and everyone that reminded her of her first love. One treacherous event lands Gabrielle crossing paths with the ...

Holiday Flame is a heartwarming and sensual urban holiday romance about two people who weren’t looking for love—but found it anyway. Jade Mitchell is independent, driven, and emotionally guarded after past heartbreak. Darius Cole is a gifted chef whose passion for food mirrors his devotion to the people he loves. When a chance meeting during the holidays sparks undeniable chemistry, they must navigate misunderstandings, family expectations, and fear of vulnerability. Through shared meals, late-night conversations, and moments of deep intimacy, Jade and Darius discover that love requires...

ROMANCE QUICKIES Discounted Boxed Set (Encounters 1-6) WHO WILL WIN? Seven friends living in New York City. One unusual competition. Who can have the most intimate encounters in a month? Ten thousand dollars is on the line... Quickies are bite-sized steamy stories that follow a group of women living in New York City who compete to see who can have the most casual hookups in a month. Which woman will sleep with the most men to win the bet? Will any of them fall in love with their conquests along the way? Cast of Characters: Ella: Curvy business owner. Attracted to blue-collar guys. (Quickies...

Learn the history and surrounding beliefs, as well as practices and spirits and saints of African American Hoodoo.

In Romance: Quickies (Shae’s Encounter - 16), Shae is swept away on a yachting adventure with a hot NFL football player nicknamed “The Missile” for obvious reasons. Will he take Shae over the goal line on her quest to win the bet? Or does she yearn for something deeper…only to realize she’s in too deep to save herself? Seven friends living in New York City. One unusual competition. Who can have the most intimate encounters in a month? Ten thousand dollars is on the line... Quickies are bite-sized steamy stories that follow a group of women living in New York City who compete to ...

I chose to believe in fate. Akira Wright was the love of my life, but I wasn't so sure we were meant to be together in this lifetime. She'd been in her most vulnerable state when our paths first crossed. A bond I thought was strong enough to convince her she'd always been meant for me was forged, but in the end, I had to walk away, and she let me.

Ishmael Holloway felt the weight of everyone around him finding their happily ever after. His problem isn’t that his brothers' priorities have changed, but that his forever had been right in front of him—in the form of his sister-in-law's best friend—for years. Ishmael had no way of knowing that Sawyer Peterson, too, saw him as her forever.

Leading Gracefully is one of the best "how to" career coaching books written on women's leadership featuring a new roadmap on how to build self-confidence, be authentic and become a more effective leader. Following the success of Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg and Daring to Lead by Brene Brown, this book is a a step-by-step guide to help women get a seat at the table and keep it.

Whether you are new to the art of Reiki or a Reiki Master, Reiki for Animals by Monique Joiner Siedlak will introduce you to a new level of healing and well-being. Animals crave attention and love. From cats, dogs, horses, and birds to farm animals, senior animals, or dying animals, Reiki is ideal for helping to heal or bring relief to animals in need. It will significantly deepen the bond between you and the animals you encounter in your life.

For the last seven months, Immanuel Holloway had been stuck in a state of limbo when it came to the matters of his heart and the woman who owned it. On the other hand, Tiava Johnson was in a state of repair when it came to her mind, body, and soul. Neither Immanuel nor Tiava knew what would come of their predicament, but what they did know was that they were willing to try making something of it—all in the name of love.

From Monique Truong, winner of the John Dos Passos Prize for Literature, comes “a sublime, many-voiced novel of voyage and reinvention” (Anthony Marra) "[Truong] imagines the extraordinary lives of three women who loved an extraordinary man [and] creates distinct, engaging voices for these...

Everyone deserves to be seen, soothed, and understood. This podcast is here to light your path on the healing journey, offering empathy and hope along the way. Through conversations with trauma experts, w'ell share insights and practical support to help you heal and move forward.Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only and should not be considered as legal advice.This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical and mental health advice. Guest view's do not necessarily reflect that of the host or podcast.

Lily Fredericks has many fears, but losing out on the love that Devin Booker is offering to her on a silver platter is number one on that list. Aware of her intense feelings for the man ten years her senior, Lily comes to a decision, but not before Devin ups the ante.

Haitian Vodou by Monique Joiner Siedlak explores this rich Haitian tradition beginning with a look at Haitian history and how the tradition known as Haitian vodou evolved. She then moves on to cover the basic principles and ethics of Haitian vodou. Her fascinating work also includes a discussion of common confusions and controversies associated with Haitian vodou as well as a discussion of Haitian vodou today.

A Hood Tale of Betrayal and Revenge When twin sis La'Rain got murdered, Storm's world came crashin' down. But she vowed to get revenge when she found out it was no accident. With her partner Lizzy and La'Rain's old crew, Storm's mission is to expose the truth and take down their rivals one by one. But as secrets rise to the surface, the drug game gets deadlier. Respect ain't given no more, it's taken. New York, get ready for Storm's wrath! “Dope Girl's Ambition"