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One broody orc. One stubborn human. And a bond neither of them can deny. Varn I’ve spent years alone on this mountain, carving tokens for a mate I never truly believed would come. Then she crashes into my territory—loud, fearless, impossible to ignore. She doesn’t belong here. But the moment I catch her scent, I know she belongs to me. Mazie I came to Orc Mountain chasing answers, not fairy tales. The locals whisper about monsters in the trees. But when I stumble straight into the arms of one… I realize the stories don’t come close to the truth. Because this orc isn’t just a ...

Finding out she might have Chronic Kidney Disease sends the author reeling, asking herself “What is it and how did I get it?” In fact, those were the first questions she blurted out to her new family doctor. Keeping these two hard-working organs healthy – since they filter as many as 200 quarts of blood per day – becomes a top priority. As the author quickly learns, the problem isn’t restricted to reduced filtering capability; even a small decline in kidney function can double someone’s risk for cardiovascular problems. What Is It and How Did I Get It provides basic information ...

As she’s thrust into a world of vampires, werewolves, witches, and imagination, she soon questions everything she’s ever known about New Orleans, life in the French Quarter, and most importantly—herself.

Yes, I climbed into Jake Jensen’s lap and kissed the crap out of him in a crowded bar to make my ex jealous. Yes, I lied to my family and told them I’m in a relationship with the guy, even though he doesn’t know my name or my family’s connection to one of the hottest software companies in the US. Yes, I’m now on my way to convince him to be my fake boyfriend for my father’s company retreat in exchange for...whatever the heck he wants if it’ll get me out of this mess. And no, I’m not interested in his smoldering eyes or the way his hands feel against my body.

Still reeling from a messy divorce, kindergarten teacher Venus Thibodeaux is on a self-proclaimed healing journey and adamant that she's done with love. She's determined to move on from her toxic past with a fresh start in a new city, but starting over isn't as easy as it sounds. Anthony "Nuney" Nunez is young. He's unpolished, unpredictable, and according to his daughter's kindergarten teacher—a lousy parent. In fact, the two can't see eye to eye on anything except the strange attraction they have for each other every time their paths cross.

Issa Rae was born in Los Angeles but never felt she was quite the city’s type. Though each inspiration destination—from Potomac to Harlem—left its mark, Issa chases her dreams back to her sun-soaked roots. It’s there that Issa finally finds her voice, her wings, and the vibrant heartbeat of a creative community. Issa’s true muse had been waiting all along for her to come home.

Even at seven years old, Issa Rae meant business, conducting herself with entrepreneurial authority on a toy phone in her bedroom. Eventually, it was a matter of convincing others that she had a lot to say and getting them to listen. From her first web series, Awkward Black Girl, to network disappointments to HBO triumphs, Issa charts her aspirational journey—self-doubts and all—of being taken seriously, finding her voice, and shaping it into a groundbreaking career.

In the high-pressure world of professional sports, Becca is determined to make her own way. So, when she's sent to a spring training camp to work as a trainer with her local baseball team, she decides to hide her family's connection to the sports world. No one needs to know her brother is the world's best quarterback. Chase Turner is a veteran catcher set to make history with a new and lucrative contract. All he has to do is get through spring training without anyone realizing he is playing in pain.

“Watching a talented writer take a risk is one of the pleasures of devoted reading, and On Such a Full Sea provides all that and more. . . . With On Such a Full Sea, [Chang-rae Lee] has found a new way to explore his old preoccupation: the oft-told tale of the desperate, betraying, lonely...

ONE OF THE ATLANTIC’S GREAT AMERICAN NOVELS OF THE PAST 100 YEARS The debut novel from critically acclaimed and New York Times–bestselling author of My Year Abroad and the highly anticipated A Tender Age In Native Speaker, author Chang-rae Lee introduces readers to Henry Park. Park has spent...

“The Blueprint is an astounding work, an unflinching portrait of misogyny and racism in a speculative world terrifyingly close to our own. Rae Giana Rashad chronicles the generational ghosts of womanhood, and how we understand ourselves through the stories of those we come from, in a way...

The second novel from the critically acclaimed New York Times–bestselling author Chang-rae Lee. His remarkable debut novel was called "rapturous" (The New York Times Book Review), "revelatory" (Vogue), and "wholly innovative" (Kirkus Reviews). It was the recipient of six major awards...

Nominated for the International Thriller Award for Best Audiobook! A twist-filled psychological and domestic thriller packed with family secrets, shocking twists, and suspense, following a woman who protects her stepson from a murder accusation only to discover deadly secrets in her home...

From the imagination stage to actually making the magic happen, writer-producer-actress Issa Rae is a multitasking phenomenon. She’s also an inveterate procrastinator. But even that’s part of her creative strategy. Blending personal anecdotes with practical insights, Issa explores the challenges of having to constantly deliver, the importance of “workations,” and the value of embracing a unique creative rhythm in an increasingly demanding world.

Trapped by a blizzard. Claimed by an orc. Lila just wanted a quiet winter writing retreat. Instead, she nearly burns her cabin down… and gets rescued by a huge, green-skinned, tusked orc who carries her straight into his arms—and his home. Thane is growly, protective, and absolutely certain of one thing: Lila is his fated mate. Now they’re snowed in together. One cabin. One bed. One raging storm. And a bond that only grows hotter. She shouldn’t want him. She definitely shouldn’t kiss him. But fate has brought them together… and Thane isn’t letting her go. A short, steamy ...

Soon to be seen in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, welcome to the casino city of Canto Bight. A place where exotic aliens, captivating creatures, and other would-be high rollers are willing to risk everything to make their fortunes. Set across one fateful evening, these four original novellas explore...

When Owen Daniels skipped town to become a college football star, he shattered my heart––and my dreams. Eventually, despite being used to the numbness, I worked hard and became an elementary teacher. And I was fine. Until a familiar last name popped up on my classroom roster. Owen has returned. But he’s not alone, and he's made his intentions clear. He's determined to win me back. And my adorable new student who calls him Daddy?

Josiah Joseph is trouble - at least that’s what everyone says about him. Jade Taylor can’t help but to agree with their sentiments. He’s a hotheaded football player and one of her most lackluster students. She’s a young mother and a laser-focused teacher’s assistant, counting the days until graduation.

One cursed tower. One outlaw orc. One chance to escape fate—and fall in love. Rapunzel I’ve been trapped in a tower by magic roots and an overbearing witch for as long as I can remember. Then my hair drags up a furious, green-skinned orc with a criminal past and bedroom eyes. Brannock may not be a prince, but the way he looks at me? He makes me feel like I’m worth rescuing. He says he’s not a hero. But he just might be mine. A Filthy Fairy Tales / Fable Forest romance... where fairy tales come to life … and the magic sometimes spills into neighbouring Screaming Woods. Part of the ...

Sawyer I moved to Montana for peace and quiet after years as a Navy SEAL. Trees instead of cities. Wind instead of gunfire. But a man gets lonely out here, with a cabin full of silence. So when a matchmaking auction offers a way to help someone start over—and maybe find something real in the process—I figure… why not? I wasn’t expecting Jessie. Flaming red hair. Freckles that beg for kisses. And eyes that look like she’s tired of being what everyone else needs her to be. I definitely wasn’t expecting the county to send us a marriage certificate. Turns out, thanks to one tiny ...