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In the eyes of her family, Chastity Shackleford was impulsive, flighty, overly emotional and inclined to sentimental overtures. All in all, a disaster waiting to happen should she accept the Duke of Blackmore's offer of a Season in London. But what else was she to do since her twin sister and best friend had abandoned her for the wilds of Cornwall? Naturally she might have hoped that disaster had waited a little longer before striking, but at least she faced the possibility of marriage with someone who had all his own teeth.

On December 19th, 1851, a crime took place in the center of London. One of the few who knows what truly happened is Countess Alina Bronskaya. But she will never speak of it. The crime is her curse and her salvation.

When Drasko, a nine-year-old thief from the slums, is presented with a once-in-a-lifetime offer, life takes him to a far-away land on the hunt for diamonds. Twenty years later, Drasko Mawr, now the wealthiest diamond miner in the world, comes back to London. And he must play a dangerous game—a deal he has signed with blood.

The 24th century: Humanity has colonized the galaxy. Inter-solar corporations have grown immensely powerful and are no longer subject to the rule of law. Navy Pilot and Martian War veteran Mira Thorn is driven by the desire to finish her duty rotation with what's left of her parts intact. A goal that gets far more complicated when the FSS Berlin disrupts a pirate attack on a corporate freighter.

Alba is a land of harsh laws led by corrupt men. As an aristocrat, Elise has never felt the true burden of her land’s oppression. However, when a family tragedy awakens a new gift, she learns secrets from her mother’s mysterious past that will change everything. Guided by the dead, Elise learns forbidden powers that would get her burned as a witch if the wrong people knew. The more her power grows, the farther she strays from the Alban way.

Morovia is rumored to be the most dangerous land in the world, but for Elise, it is a sanctuary from Alba. There is safety from the church and from her twin who hunts her within her uncle's house, but not from her mother's past.

Flashy and irresistible, Lord Ashbee is used to getting what he wants. A hedonist, a ruthless businessman, and an exquisite lover, he is admired and warned about in the high society of Victorian London. When he encounters a beautiful young woman in the Belle House, the famous house of pleasure on Piccadilly, he is more than intrigued. With the help of in-house maid Krissy, he is determined to seduce the mysterious beauty.

Marcella Middleton has always tried to live a good life, but after losing her job, her boyfriend, and her home, she's tired of playing by the rules. But she has a plan. She's going to trick her way into Carmel and Rufus's home, that sickeningly perfect couple with the amazing, renovated farmhouse they're always boasting about in those glamorous lifestyle magazines. She'll tell them she only wants to stay for a few days, even though she never intends to leave. She has no idea the house is haunted by the ghosts of the past. Or that the couple have a sinister hidden agenda of their own.

Allow me to introduce Bob, the small god of vending machine repair and computers. He may be new at the job, and he is still learning, but he is a very hard worker. Bob goes to work, invisible and inexperienced, silently watching and hoping for people to love him. He learns all about vending machines and then computers, but humans prove much more complicated. As the days pass, his power increases as his unknowing colleagues mutter “oh God” and start to believe, even if only a little. But modern life takes its toll, even on a higher deity.

Whether the pandemic has permanently altered your working arrangements and you're not dealing well with the new setup, or you work from home running a business and are struggling to find a good balance of work and ‘me time’, this book will help.

Darius has found that he is the target for every gold-digging woman on the planet, all desperate to land themselves the ultimate catch and live a life of unparalleled luxury. So, he hatches a plan—throwing a Christmas masquerade ball seems like a great idea. He can remain anonymous for the entire evening and use the opportunity to perhaps find himself a wife. Sarah is one of Darius’ newest employees. She’s only been with the company for three weeks, and now, she finds herself at one of the biggest parties ever seen.

Jane Rosenberg is America's pre-eminent courtroom sketch artist. For over forty years, she's been at the heart of the story, covering almost every major trial that has passed through the New York justice system. In Drawn Testimony, Rosenberg brings us into the high-stakes, dramatic world of her craft, where art, psychology and courtroom drama collide.

When Janet Linton was six years old, seen but not heard for several years of sexual abuse, she suffered and her family disowned her from the age of 13 after until today. She is now 34, living with the family secret for 21 years on why she left home at a young age?

Windshyr is considered cursed. A prize that no one else wanted. For Elise, the shrouded lands could be the answer to all her problems. Alex has found new allies to capture her. Annwyn is growing even more restless and impatient, and the Church of Alba is even more determined to see her burn after she saved James from their ambush. All will have to be dealt with, but first she must secure her place in Morovia.

This book covers a wide range of herbs and their uses in both medicinal and magical practices, including sections detailing extraction and application. It also provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions on making a wide range of items like creams, herbal bags, incense, salves, tinctures, and poultices. Presented in an easy-to-understand format, with an added definition of terms, Herbal Lore is an asset to anyone wishing to utilize the beneficial properties of herbs.

In her book, Olive shares with us the highs and lows of her business journey; how she has triumphed in the face of adversity and continued to run a successful business through a global recession to be awarded an MBE in 2019. Olive’s personal journey sees her develop resilience and self-confidence and become the successful businesswoman she is today. She has shared a lifetime of wonderful wisdom in a book to inspire us to all to aim higher.

The family is here to give us love. The family is here to support us. The family is here to comfort and encourage us. But what happens if we are in danger? The family will protect us. The Mermaid Sisters is a lovely story about four little mermaid sisters who will go in search of their father and brother trapped in the dark Shark Bay. On their exciting journey, Rose, Tulip, Lily, and Orchid will explore all the hidden sea places, where they will meet various fun sea creatures.

Have you ever felt burdened by tradition? Or second-guessed your uniqueness because of society? Men and women around the world spend their lives conforming to norms. They forget the value of their time, putting their shoulders on the wheel for the role they are trying to fulfil. Women are at the short end of the bargain in most instances, but men don’t always have it easy. When it comes to marriage or sex, there are expectations on both sides. We build our dream home on the shaky ground of tradition and wonder why there are so many tremors.

A collection of poems challenging modern perspectives on life, beautifully amplified by unique, creative flare. A sincere and honest sharing of the soul.

Princess Alora and her friend Milo find a treasure chest containing a map which shows the way to the legendary Enchanted Forest. Alora and Milo set off on their adventure with the support of Captain Daniel and mermaid Aqua. Following the map, the four adventurers arrive at the Enchanted Forest. There, they meet several wonderful creatures who inform them of an evil sorceress who wants to destroy the forest and steal its magic.