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Slim Chance
by Jeff ErnoCan a man improve his appearance without losing everything good inside him? Oliver has always been obese and suffered from a negative body image. He’s tried diets before, failing time after time, but he vows this time will be different. As he begins an exercise program, his confidence increases—and so does his interest in his friend and coworker Benjy. Though they bonded long ago over a love of online gaming, it takes a lot of courage for Oliver to share his new body and be intimate with another man. A passionate romance blooms, but as Oliver nears his goal, it seems he doesn’t need Benjy—with his chronic anxiety and troubled past—now that he’s made attractive new friends at the gym. But not all relationships are equal, and Oliver realizes that Benjy, who loved and supported him when no one else did, is more than a reminder of his old life. A pleasing appearance means nothing when it hides a lonely, empty heart, and if Oliver cannot decide what’s truly important, he’ll lose what he cherishes most.
Slim Pickins' in Fat Chance, Texas (Fat Chance, Texas #2)
by Celia Bonaduce"A fresh, heartwarming voice." —Jodi Thomas, New York Times bestselling authorIt’s been a year since an eccentric billionaire summoned seven strangers to the dilapidated, postage stamp-sized town of Fat Chance, Texas. To win a cash bequest, each was required to spend six months in the ghost town to see if they could transform it—and themselves—into something extraordinary. But by the time pastry chef Fernando Cruz arrives, several members of the original gang have already skedaddled…Fernando’s hopes of starting a new life in Fat Chance are dashed when the town’s handful of ragtag residents—and a mysterious low-flying plane—show him just how weird the place actually is. His hopes of making over the town’s sole café into a BBQ restaurant for nearby ranchers threaten to turn to dust as a string of bizarre secrets are revealed. But just when the pickins’ couldn’t get any slimmer, the citizens of Fat Chance realize they might be able to build exactly the kind of hometown they all need—but never knew they wanted… Praise for Celia Bonaduce and her novels"A bingeworthy triology about smart, quirky women who feel like friends. In Much Ado About Mother she shows us just how strong (and funny) the mother-daughter bond can be. Loved it!" --Clare O'Donahue, author of The Kate Conway Mysteries"Celia Bonaduce writes well rounded, real life characters straight from the heart. I loved this book!" —Phyliss Miranda, New York Times bestselling author on A Comedy of Erinn"The Merchant of Venice Beach has a fresh, heartwarming voice that will keep readers smiling as they dance through this charming story by Celia Bonaduce."—Jodi Thomas, New York Times bestselling author
Slingshot Moves
by Anna SchmidtSome relationships need expert handling!NASCAR spotter Steve Grosso and veterinarian Heidi Kramer are. . . well, perfect together. But Heidi wants something she can't have with Steve--stability. Joining Steve on the NASCAR circuit will mean abandoning her career and the chance to open her own clinic. So Heidi faces a decision with no easy answers. . . . But Steve makes his living by seeing spaces and maneuvering room where others see none. If he works with his family--who have been part of the NASCAR lifestyle for generations--maybe he can convince Heidi that home isn't one static place on the map. Because sometimes the only way to get ahead is to gamble--and risk everything for that one perfect opportunity. . . .
Slingshot: A Novel
by Mercedes Helnwein"Helnwein debuts in striking fashion... The writing, especially the dialogue, is magnetic, honest, and brimming with caustic wit... [an] enrapturing take on the intense highs and lows of teenage love." —Booklist (Starred Review)"Wildly real and bursting with all the romance and pain of coming into oneself." —Kirkus (Starred Review) "Helnwein frankly conveys the joy, fear, and awkwardness of an all-consuming first love, poignantly depicting Gracie’s growth: particularly the hard-won knowledge that she can exist 'just by the sheer force of herself,' and the grace she learns to show herself and others." —Publishers Weekly"One of Eight 2021 YA Books To TBR ASAP" —BookRiotMercedes Helnwein's Slingshot is an exciting debut contemporary young adult novel perfect for fans of Rainbow Rowell and Mary H. K. Choi "I didn’t think it was going to be anything like this when I finally fell in love. I thought it was going to be pretty simple. Like, I’d love someone and they’d love me. I thought that’s the way it worked.” Grace Welles is stuck at a third-tier boarding school in the swamps of Florida, where her method of survival is a strict, self-imposed loneliness. And it works. Her crap attitude keeps people away because without friends, there are fewer to lose. But when she accidentally saves the new kid, Wade Scholfield, from being beaten up, everything about her precariously balanced loner world collapses and, in order to find her footing again, she has no choice but to discover a completely new way to exist. Because with Wade around, school rules are optional, weird is okay, and conversations about wormholes can lead to make-out sessions that disrupt any logical stream of thought. Nothing’s perfect, but that’s not the point. When they're together everything seems uncomplicated in a way that Grace knows is not possible. Except it is. So why does Grace crush Wade’s heart into a million pieces?Acidly funny and compulsive readable, this debut is a story about two people finding each other and then screwing it all up. See also: soulmate, stupidity, sex, friendship, bad poetry, very bad decisions and all the indignities of being in love for the first time.
Slip
by Marika McCoolaFrom Eisner-Award nominated writer Marika McCoola and debut artist Aatmaja Pandya, an emotional coming-of-age graphic novel for fans of Bloom and Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me. Right before Jade is about to leave for a summer art intensive, her best friend, Phoebe, attempts suicide. How is Jade supposed to focus on herself right now? But at the Art Farm, Jade has artistic opportunities she&’s been waiting for her whole life. And as she gets to know her classmates, she begins to fall for whimsical, upbeat, comfortable-in-her-own-skin Mary. Jade pours herself into making ceramic monsters that vent her stress and insecurities, but when she puts her creatures in the kiln, something unreal happens: they come to life. And they&’re taking a stand: if Jade won&’t confront her problems, her problems are going to confront her, including the scariest of them all—if Jade grows, prospers, and even falls in love this summer, is she leaving Phoebe behind?
Slip (Recovery #2)
by Ba TortugaRecovery: Book TwoLove is a fragile thing, and it can slip through your fingers if you don’t hold on tight…. When Zack Jung’s AA sponsor and friend commits suicide, he’s desperate to hold it together, and there’s only one place he can turn. He calls Josh and Kris, and they take him back to their ranch outside Santa Fe. A cowboy to the bone, Cimarron Duran cherishes his orderly life and routine. He likes his neighbors, Kris and Josh, but he has less than no interest in the hipster personal trainer who comes to stay with them—or at least, he plans to fight his interest in favor of his solitary life and his art. But some things are as inevitable as the weather, and when Zack and Cimarron finally come together, they find they don’t want to let go. It won’t be easy, though, for two men with pasts like theirs to forge a happy future together.
Slip Point
by Karalynn LeeFrom childhood, Shay had one dream-to join the Space Corps with her best friend and sweetheart, Jayce. When the Space Corps reveals that the father she thought was dead is actually an infamous pirate and rejects her application, the dream dies and she leaves the planet without saying a word to Jayce. Ten years later, Shay is a pirate herself. She captains her own ship and has earned a reputation as one of the slipperiest pilots around. That's why she's recruited for a dangerous secret government mission. But the cargo she's assigned to smuggle turns out to be a woman with a government bodyguard-Jayce. Jayce never thought he'd see Shay again, and when the mission forces them together on her ship, he isn't sure he can forgive her for deserting him; but their desire for each other is stronger than ever. Jayce knows he wants to be with Shay, but how can he trust a woman who's both a pirate and the girl who broke his heart? 35,000 words
Slippery Slope
by Iyana JennaActors Ethan Grey and Alex Haynes are gay, but in Hollywood, they can’t be open unless they’re willing to be typecast in future movies or they’re dating prominent gay producers. Since neither are willing to become stereotypes, and neither have studio boyfriends, they take another path -- hiding their relationship under the cover of a pretend girlfriend.What works for Ethan, though, doesn’t work for Alex, who screws up to the point of losing his job and the chance to get another. His manager finally finds him another job across the pond, where he meets Nathan Wells.Nathan can be the prominent producer Alex needs to further his career, but there’s something Alex doesn’t know about the man. Soon Wells grows obsessed with Alex, and he’ll do anything to keep Alex from getting away.Though Nathan wants Alex for himself, there’s still Ethan to think about. Is the love story between Alex and Ethan really over? Or will Ethan find a way to get his boyfriend back?
Slippery Slopes (Chalet Girls #2)
by Emily FranklinRomances are questioned and friendships tested in the second installment of the Chalet Girls seriesAt Europe&’s hottest ski resort, life is never drama free. This time, the Chalet Girls—Melissa, Harley, and Lily (a.k.a. Dove)—find their bond with one another on the line. Melissa&’s feelings are split between two guys, and Lily&’s heart is still with her boyfriend on the faraway island of Nevis. When Harley gets a chance to go to that very locale and learns secrets about Lily, the limits of the girls&’ trust are put to the test. As the holiday season approaches, the work gets tougher—and relationships get chillier—at Les Trois Alpes.
Slippery Slopes (Chalet Girls #2)
by Emily FranklinRomances are questioned and friendships tested in the second installment of the Chalet Girls seriesAt Europe&’s hottest ski resort, life is never drama free. This time, the Chalet Girls—Melissa, Harley, and Lily (a.k.a. Dove)—find their bond with one another on the line. Melissa&’s feelings are split between two guys, and Lily&’s heart is still with her boyfriend on the faraway island of Nevis. When Harley gets a chance to go to that very locale and learns secrets about Lily, the limits of the girls&’ trust are put to the test. As the holiday season approaches, the work gets tougher—and relationships get chillier—at Les Trois Alpes.
Slippery When Wet
by Kimberly RayeWhen a tomboyish racer is told she has to glam up in order to advance to the next stage of her career, she has her eyes on the prize: beating the pants off chauvinistic NASCAR superstar Rory Canyon.
Slippery When Wet
by Kristin HardyHunky construction guy Dev Carson can't believe it when the travel agency refuses him a refund-there's no way he's going to waste his money, since he's already wasted too much time in a relationship that's gone sour. Mexico it is. Taylor DeWitt, smart and sexy travel agency owner, is taking her own much-needed holiday! When Dev spies a topless Taylor on the beach, they say goodbye to bad feelings and scream, "Yes!" to the incredible attraction between them!Back in Baltimore, neither can forget the incredible sex they shared, so the once easy, temporary, no-strings-attached fling they left behind is suddenly ablaze again. But now the honeymoon's over and the vacation is just a memory. Will Taylor and Dev find something more than just their way to the bedroom
Slipstream
by Madge MarilIn the high-speed world of Formula 1, documentarian Lilah teams up with racing driver Arthur Bianco for a whirlwind of revenge—and perhaps something more.Lilah Graywood never imagined she&’d be spending her summer amidst the roaring engines and adrenaline-fueled world of Formula 1 racing. As a serious documentarian, her passion lies in capturing the raw, unfiltered truth. But when her best friend, business co-owner, and secret boyfriend Max decides to pivot their documentary company to film the Ignition Energy Drink Racing team, Lilah is thrust into a world she despises. Her disdain turns to fury when Max blindsides her, not only ending their relationship but also threatening the company she painstakingly built. Enter Arthur Bianco, the charismatic and enigmatic F1 reserve driver whose career is as tumultuous as the races he dreams of winning. Initially, Lilah is supposed to document Arthur&’s relegation to backup driver, but together they concoct a plan to take control of Max&’s documentary, each with their own motives—Lilah&’s revenge and Arthur&’s redemption. Their secret alliance promises to change the narrative, both on and off the track. As they navigate the glamorous circuits and behind-the-scenes secrets of Formula 1, an unexpected speedbump forces Lilah and Arthur&’s partnership to evolve into a fake relationship that feels all too real. The chemistry between them is off-limits and undeniable, and as Arthur&’s cinematic comeback plays out over the hot globe-trotting summer, Lilah finds herself drawn to his true charm and hidden vulnerability. But as the cameras roll and the world watches, Lilah must confront her own feelings and the reality that no script can dictate the course of true love. Slipstream is a captivating tale of love, revenge, and the unexpected turns life takes. With its blend of humor, heart, and high-speed drama, this contemporary romance is a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of second chances and the thrill of the chase.
Slipstream
by Madge MarilA steamy, high-octane debut romance set in the world of Formula 1, featuring fake dating, enemies to lovers, and authentic queer and neurodivergent representation. A political documentarian, Lilah Graywood is dismayed when her business partner and boyfriend Max decides they&’re going to film a documentary about Formula 1 racing team Ignition Energy Drink Racing. Her shock turns to fury when Max blindsides her, not only ending their relationship but also threatening the company she painstakingly built. Enter Arthur Bianco, an enigmatic F1 reserve driver with a tumultuous career. Lilah is supposed to document Arthur&’s relegation to backup driver, but together they concoct a plan to take control of Max&’s documentary, each with their own motives – Lilah&’s revenge and Arthur&’s redemption. As they navigate the circuits and secrets of Formula 1, an unexpected speedbump forces Lilah and Arthur&’s partnership to evolve into a fake relationship that feels all too real. The chemistry between them is undeniable, and Lilah finds herself drawn to Arthur&’s hidden vulnerability. But as the cameras roll and the world watches, Lilah must confront her own feelings and decide if it&’s time to go off course...
Slipstream: for fans of Drive to Survive, you'll race through this exhilarating F1 steamy romance
by Madge Maril'It is SEXY. Like, pupils dilating, breath quickening, heart racing SEXY ... I lost my mind over this book.' ALICIA THOMPSON, Love in the Time of Serial Killers &“Are you challenging me to win the Grand Prix for your hand, Graywood?&” &“If you think winning would be a challenge, I guess not.&”He points at me, a real scowl on his lips. &“Put your headphones on and sit where I can find you later, micetta. You&’re about to watch the best race of your life.&” Lilah never imagined she&’d be trading hard-hitting political documentaries for the roar of Formula One engines. Thanks to her boyfriend and co-owner of their film-making business, Max, she&’s suddenly thrust into a world she can&’t stand. Her hopes sink even lower when she meets Arthur Bianco, an enigmatic reserve driver who flirts his way out of every media crisis. But when Max blindsides her by ending their relationship and stealing the company she built, the last person she expects to help her pick up the pieces is Arthur. Reluctantly, they strike a truce: he&’ll help her regain control of her documentary, and in return, she&’ll film his epic racing comeback and earn him a spot with his former racing team. The enemy of her enemy is a Formula One driver desperate to break free from his contract. But an unexpected speed bump forces Lilah and Arthur&’s partnership to evolve into a fake relationship that feels all too real with sparks flying both on and off the track. Now it seems like her next big story might be more personal than she thought…Why you should read (tropes edition):Fake dating Forced proximity He yearns for her Neurodivergent rep NEW BOOK BOYFRIEND ALERT!Readers are OBSESSED with Slipstream: 'Yearning is SO BACK!!!! This is about to be your new favorite sports romance. Hands down the best debut novel I&’ve read.' READER REVIEW 'Absolutely addicting. I never knew I could love a blond male main character until this one, and if you know… you know. THIS WAS SO GOOD. ... I was SO GIDDY. There was a lot amazing banter that made me squeal and kick my feet. I was obsessed.' READER REVIEW 'I was NOT expecting to get completely sucked in and INTO it ... I absolutely ADORED Lilah and Arthur ... Put me on Madge Maril&’s fan list, I&’m IN LOVE. Absolutely so fun.' READER REVIEW 'OMG! Can I give it 10 stars? This is was my idea of the perfect romance ... A hot hero with Darcy-vibes. A strong heroine who knows herself and doesn't bend to become what everyone else wants her to be. Ugh. It was just so good!' READER REVIEW
Slither
by T. A. CreechWar awaits on Ilmare, between the humans and the constructs they created. Considered flawed designs by their creators, Selati and his other sentient comrades live the life of refugees on the run, hiding and fighting in Ilmare’s vast jungles. They want only the freedom to pursue their newly awakened sentience away from human interference.Aleledai taught Selati all he knows of a life without chains and suffering. Neither can know what tomorrow will bring, rather all too well what it could take from them both. On the cusp of war, Selati returns to his lover to spend one last night in the peaceful world that only exists in Aleledai’s arms.
Slocum and the Presidio Phantoms (Slocum #318)
by Jake LoganTODAY'S LONGEST-RUNNING ACTION WESTERN! A GHOST OF A CHANCE Frisco's one hell of a town, full of gamblers, loose women, and ... ghosts? Slocum's old friend Captain Caleb Newcombe needs his help with a problem: his post in the Presidio is being overrun by morale-crippling "haints." Every time the fog rolls in, soldiers report seeing shackled souls being led across the parade grounds, prodded by demons-in uniform. The ghosts are chilling the soldiers' blood. But a hot-blooded woman is about to warm things up for Slocum...
Sloe Ride (Sinners Series #4)
by Rhys FordSequel to Tequila MockingbirdSinners Series: Book FourIt isn’t easy being a Morgan. Especially when dead bodies start piling up and there’s not a damned thing you can do about it.Quinn Morgan never quite fit into the family mold. He dreamed of a life with books instead of badges and knowledge instead of law—and a life with Rafe Andrade, his older brothers’ bad boy friend and the man who broke his very young heart.Rafe Andrade returned home to lick his wounds following his ejection from the band he helped form. A recovering drug addict, Rafe spends his time wallowing in guilt, until he finds himself faced with his original addiction, Quinn Morgan—the reason he fled the city in the first place.When Rafe hears the Sinners are looking for a bassist, it’s a chance to redeem himself, but as a crazed murderer draws closer to Quinn, Rafe’s willing to sacrifice everything—including himself—to keep his quixotic Morgan safe and sound.
Sloe Ride (Série Sinners (Français) #4)
by Rhys FordCe n’est pas facile d’être un Morgan. Surtout quand les cadavres commencent à s’accumuler et qu’il n’y a rien que vous puissiez faire pour l’empêcher. Quinn Morgan n’a jamais vraiment correspondu au moule familial. Il rêvait d’une vie avec des livres au lieu de badges et de connaissances au lieu de loi… et d’une vie avec Rafe Andrade, le bad boy, ami de ses frères aînés et l’homme qui a brisé son très jeune cœur. Rafe Andrade est revenu chez lui pour lécher ses blessures suite à son éjection du groupe qu’il avait aidé à créer. Toxicomane en voie de guérison, Rafe passe son temps à se complaire dans la culpabilité, jusqu’à ce qu’il se retrouve face à sa dépendance initiale : Quinn Morgan… la raison pour laquelle il a fui la ville en premier lieu. Quand Rafe entend dire que les Sinners sont à lau démarrage.a recherche d’un bassiste, c’est une chance de se racheter, cependant qu’un meurtrier fou se rapproche de Quinn et Rafe est prêt à tout sacrifier – y compris lui-même – pour garder son idéaliste Morgan sain et sauf.
Slopeside: The Complete Series
by Angela SmithA Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
Sloth
by Robin WassermanOne of the seven is dead, and everyone's reeling: Adam's done. With love, with school...with everything. Done. Beth's doing her best to act "normal," but even Reed recognizes devastation, since all he does is fantasize about Kaia. Miranda's lost too. Did she ever really forgive Harper? Only Kane is actually doing something: uncovering how the crash happened -- and why. But there's no do-over with death. There's only moving on -- to the most unlikely places....
Slow Burn
by Cherry AdairTwo classic stories of tantalizing seduction-and uncontained desire Seducing Mr. Right Catherine Harris has been head over heels for Luke Van Buren for as long as she can remember. But he's always regarded her as a kid sister, not a mature woman who knows exactly what she wants. When Cat asks Luke to help her meet-and seduce-Mr. Right, the request stirs up feelings in Luke that are definitely not-so-brotherly. But he's never been able to say no to Cat, and now he's finding her more irresistible than ever.... Take Me Jessie Adams knows exactly what she wants. Long nights of incredible sex and a baby to call her own. Then she's moving on. A sizzling affair with no strings attached suits business executive Joshua Falcon just fine. He's used to getting what he wants, both at work and at play-and gorgeous Jessie is too tempting to resist. But the pair share a surprising past. One that's poised to take their no-obligation arrangement somewhere they never dreamed....
Slow Burn
by Heather GrahamFaced with the brutal murder of her husband, Spencer Huntington demands answers from the one man who should have them--ex-cop David Delgado, her husband's former partner and best friend. And her former lover. Spencer and David are bound by a reluctant partnership and find their loyalties tested by desires they can't deny. Their search takes them from the glittering world of Miami high society to the dark, dangerous underbelly of the city--while around them swirl the tortured secrets and desperate schemes of a killer driven to commit his final act of violence.
Slow Burn
by Heather GrahamRediscover mystery and sizzling passion in this classic romantic suspense from New York Times bestselling author Heather Graham.After her husband is brutally gunned down, Spencer Huntington suspects it wasn’t a random act. She demands answers from the one man who should have them: ex-cop David Delgado, her husband’s former partner and best friend since childhood. And her own ex lover.Bound in a reluctant partnership, Spencer and David search for the killer from the glittering Gold Coast of Miami to the mansions of Newport, and into the dangerous dark underbelly of society. Spencer needs David for support and safety, but their loyalties are tested by desires they cannot deny. As the schemes of a desperate killer draw them in, and secrets are brought to light, can they rediscover a long lost love?Originally published in 1994
Slow Burn
by Jamie DentonMaggie LaRue doesn't know who she is. All she remembers is passing out in the arms of a gorgeous man. When she awakens, she's in a hospital, apparently lucky to be alive. Injured in a fire, Maggie doesn't know her real name or what she was doing in an abandoned paint warehouse all by herself. The one thing she's sure of? Her overwhelming desire for sexy paramedic Cale Perry...Determined to help Maggie, Cale offers to let her stay with him until her memory returns. But staying platonic isn't as easy as he'd hoped...and it's definitely not what his body wants! He knows he should keep away from her, that he'd only be taking advantage of her. But if he's right, Maggie's feeling the heat between them, too....