The snippets of our lives, from childhood to old age, are a chaotic mess of puzzle pieces. Embrace the Beauty is a poignant collection of poetry, flash fiction, and short stories about putting the pieces together, stepping back, and finding the beauty through the pain and mystery of life. The poetry in this collection revolves around one woman's changing perspective and resolve to find beauty through the seasons of life, to weather the storms, to recognize the silver lining around the clouds, … [Read more...] about Embrace the Beauty: A Collection of Poetry, Flash Fiction, and Short Stories by C S C Shows
Sweet Pea Trilogy by Mary Elizabeth Fricke
To one man she gave her virginity; to another, she gave her heart. One, she would mourn. With the other, she would share life's triumph and turmoil. With both, she would endure times of love, and passion and complete happiness as well as times of despair, confusion, and sorrow. One day at a time—each day, building unforgettable memories. Sweet Pea I: The Demise of Innocence (1968-70): At seventeen Johnie is no longer a child but still full of virgin innocence—and defiance. She quickly learns … [Read more...] about Sweet Pea Trilogy by Mary Elizabeth Fricke
A Forged Affair by MaryAnn Clarke
New from MaryAnn Clarke Scott, Award-winning author of The Art of Enchantment. She welcomes any risk, as long as it doesn’t involve her own carefully guarded heart. Adrenaline junkie, Niki Ballantyne is a risk-taker at work and at play. Haunted by guilt over her brother’s tragic death, she’s devoted to saving others in trouble. While on an adventure holiday in the south of France, she meets handsome and charming traveller Luc and his shy friend, the gentle giant Didier. Helping the bullied … [Read more...] about A Forged Affair by MaryAnn Clarke
First Impressions by Kirstin Odegaard
On Libby Bennet’s To Do list: - Put that conceited jerk Will Fitz in his place. He bet Libby $50 that she couldn’t find a date to prom. Maybe Libby wasn’t so interested in prom before, but now, it’s on. - Help her heartbroken sister, Jane. Teo’s been in love with her for years, and now, when Jane’s finally interested, he blows her off. What is wrong with that boy? - Figure out what to do about Jeremiah, the new guy in school that her mother invited to LIVE WITH THEM. Every day he’s the star … [Read more...] about First Impressions by Kirstin Odegaard
Guardian of the Gifts by Joan Raymond
She never thought going to an auction could be deadly. Alli Harper can't handle any more stress in her life. Just the thought of driving, dating, or changing toothpaste brands brings on a panic attack. But after reluctantly buying a box of mysterious antiques, she's drawn into an ancient secret and is terrorized by a callous killer. Solving murder investigations is the only thing Detective Jack Hastings has on his mind--until he meets Alli. Frustration mounts when Jack falls for Alli, but … [Read more...] about Guardian of the Gifts by Joan Raymond
The Defiant Duchess by Kari August
When King Richard III must contend with his unruly sister Margaret, he can only groan for she is clever, opinionated, and willful. She has always preferred explanations and reasoning to merely obeying commands. But Margaret, now the Duchess of Burgundy, has an important quest. She has recently found that her acts of charity and good intentions have not received the recognition they deserve, and she is determined to reshape her legacy. If along the way, she can experience some genuine … [Read more...] about The Defiant Duchess by Kari August
FEATURED BOOK: Jerusalem Stone by Susan Sofayov
On September 15, 2008, Julie Wasserman’s life collapsed. In the morning, she lost her job at Lehman Brothers. That afternoon, she lost her twin brother, Jack, in a car crash. A year and a half later, she returns home to Pittsburgh to start a new job and live up to a pledge to visit her brother’s grave every day. With six weeks to wait before the start of the new job, she steps out of character and purchases a plane ticket to Thailand, the one place her brother dreamed of visiting. She arrives in … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Jerusalem Stone by Susan Sofayov
FEATURED BOOK: The HEART of The Matter: A Mother’s Love
Where would we be without the LOVE of a Mother? That’s what’s so special about this anthology, it’s all about a Mother’s Love! An endearing novel about the strength and resiliency of a mother’s love. . . . By loving their children more than themselves, the women in this anthology go to the extreme to protect and safe-guard their children. Oftentimes, at the cost of their own happiness. These nine authors provide readers with heartening tales of inspiration, forgiveness and sacrifices, all … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: The HEART of The Matter: A Mother’s Love
FEATURED BOOK: Minx by Maggie Adams
Pre-Order Sale! Hi! I’m Miranda Blake and this is my story. Well, sort of. It’s more like a twisted fairytale, if you believe in them. Except there’s no beautiful, young princess with perky breasts, perfectly coiffed hair and a sassy attitude. I’m closing in on fifty, thirty pounds overweight according to Weight Watchers, and, after nursing two kids and that bitch, gravity, doing her job, I’m lucky the ladies don’t hit my knees. The gorgeous brown mane of hair is slightly frizzy from my … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Minx by Maggie Adams
FEATURED BOOK: Starsky and Hutch Next Gen by Tammy Ruggles
This book is rarely offered for free, and a little on the pricey side at 9.99, but you won't care because this book has been called "A Lifetime movie waiting to happen". What does this mean? It means the sons of Starsky and Hutch, Davis and Kent, are the next generation of buddy-cop, nighttime-soap stories. The brothers and detectives (yes, you hear right, brothers, since their dads had a relationship with the same woman) take on some of the most sadistic, vengeful, and feared criminals Bay … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Starsky and Hutch Next Gen by Tammy Ruggles
Rosalind by Judith Deborah
Rosalind by Judith Deborah "There’s everyone else in the world. And then there is you." World-class heart surgeon Dr. Peter Sutter runs his life with the instinctive precision of a master of the universe. But when he leaves the operating room, the only living thing waiting for him is a golden retriever. Then a chance encounter with an enigmatic woman changes everything. Exploring the depths of Rosalind's intoxicating body and captivating spirit, Peter quickly falls under her spell. … [Read more...] about Rosalind by Judith Deborah
The Dim-Witted Hitman by Deb Graham
The Dim-Witted Hitman by Deb Graham “Dimmie, my boy, it looks like you’re going on a luxury cruise.” With those words, the hot-headed Irish mobster sends his best hitman to take out his old rival. He’ll never control the mob so long as Kerrick is alive. Dimmie (short for Dim Wit) O’Malley, who has never been out of New York City, is trapped in a life he didn’t choose. With one misstep, he has a change of heart that puts his own life in danger. A former mob boss, grieving the loss of his … [Read more...] about The Dim-Witted Hitman by Deb Graham
