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One for the Record: The Inside Story of Hank Aaron's Chase for the Home Run Record
by Bob Costas George PlimptonThe inside story of Hank Aaron's chase for the home run record, repackaged and with a foreword by Bob Costas and new material from the Plimpton Archives.In ONE FOR THE RECORD, George Plimpton recounts Hank Aaron's thrilling race to become the new home run champion. Amidst media frenzy and death threats, Aaron sought to beat Babe Ruth's record. In 1974, he finally succeeded. A fascinating examination of the psychology of baseball players, ONE FOR THE RECORD gives an absorbing account of the men on the mound who had to face Aaron. But the book's true genius lies in the portrait of Aaron himself, and his discussions on his philosophy on hitting and the game of baseball.
One in a Million (Rivalries #1)
by Janet DaileyYellowstone meets Dallas against the backdrop of Texas horse country, as the death of a patriarch leaves his rich and powerful ranching family dynasty at odds, a high-stakes reining competition in the balance, and forbidden attractions in the mix. Fans of Linda Lael Miller, Danielle Steel, and Diana Palmer will devour this soapy saga filled to the brim with Texas-style drama, corruption, money, and sizzling affairs. Frank Culhane may be the wealthy patriarch of one of Texas&’ most prestigious families, but his party girl daughter, Jasmine, is only interested in the money the ranch brings in—and the cowboys. Until the day she heads to the stables in search of their hot horse trainer and instead discovers her daddy&’s body in their prize stallion&’s box stall. Roper&’s rodeo career was cut short by an injury. Now, he&’s hungry to compete in reining events, like the prized forthcoming Run for a Million. In the meantime, until his family can afford their own breeding business, he&’s got to work for the rich ranchers who snub them—including the Culhanes. But when an autopsy reveals Frank was murdered, Roper lands on the list of possible suspects. A city outsider, Detective Sam Rafferty&’s investigation propels him into a tangle of simmering rivalries. For the ranch is now in the hands of an explosive partnership: Frank&’s young, glamourous second wife, Lila, and his scorned first wife, Madeline. Lila has a genuine passion for ranching. Madeline is determined to destroy her. Through Sam&’s interviews, more tensions surface—there are Madeline&’s grown children who&’ve been bypassed for control of the ranch, the socially dismissed McKennas, and the breeders, politicians, and gangsters ready to profit from Frank&’s death. But tricky alliances are also brewing. While Lila and Roper clash, they discover a fire beneath their sparring. And with a killer still at large, the heat between Jasmine and Sam could put the case, and all their futures, on the line . . .
One on One (Soccer Sisters Ser. #3)
by Andrea MontalbanoChloe Gordon is super excited to attend summer soccer camp with her Soccer Sisters and fellow Breakers team members Makena Walsh and Val Flores—even though she's not quite as skilled as the other girls and her parents would rather she be spending her time practicing ballet.But when Chloe arrives and she discovers that the Breakers' arch rival, Skylar Wilson, is rooming down the hall, Chloe worries that her camp experience will be more stressful than fun. Will the Soccer Sisters be able to band together and ignore Skylar's bullying? And can Chloe overcome her fear of not being good enough in time for the big inter-camp match?
One on One: A Novel
by Jamie Harrow&“Move over, hockey romance fans. There&’s a new game in town. Jamie Harrow&’s debut novel sails through the net with the perfect blend of romance, spice, and a healthy dollop of a serious issue that bears addressing.&”—Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling authorThey call it March Madness for a reason: Anything can happen on the way to a national championship. Eight years after graduation, Annie Radford is not happy to be back at her alma mater in her old job with the Ardwyn Tigers&’ basketball team. Worse, her coworker from back in college, Ben Callahan, is still on the Tigers staff, and he&’s annoyingly wholesome, hot, and clinging to a grudge against Annie for abandoning him and the team their senior year. But as Ardwyn becomes the season&’s Cinderella Story, things start heating up between Annie and Ben, too. And while neither of them can deny this could be something special, Annie&’s afraid to tell Ben the truth about why she left basketball—the thing she loves most—in the first place. She&’ll have to learn to trust him if they have a shot at being together. In addition to being funny, romantic, and sexy, One on One examines the pressure put on college athletes, challenges the sexism in the world of sports, and exposes the dangers in whole communities idolizing the big men on campus. For readers of The Hating Game and The Ex Talk, a workplace, enemies-to-lovers debut for anyone yearning for a courtside romance, perfect for anyone who can&’t get enough sports rom-coms.
One on One: Behind the Scenes with the Greats in the Game
by John FeinsteinAfter numerous beloved and bestselling sports books, John Feinstein returns to the subjects of his first ten books, crafting a narrative of the most revealing encounters he's had. Feinstein has interviewed some of the most enduring figures in sports--from hallowed coaches such as Bob Knight, Jim Valvano, Mike Krzyzewski, and Dean Smith to beloved athletes including Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, and John McEnroe, and here we have John Feinstein at his very best. He goes behind the scenes of his reporting from The Final Four, Wimbledon, The US Open, the Army/Navy game, the Olympics, and more, opening up sport's most private, closed-door places and sharing exclusive stories from the reporting of books like Season on the Brink, A Good Walk Spoiled, A Season Inside, and A Civil War.These are the coaches and athletes who know their games the best, and the legends and legendary moments that gave inherent shape to our favorite pastimes.
One on One: a steamy enemies-to-lovers workplace romance
by Jamie Harrow'Move over, hockey romance fans. There's a new game in town . . . The perfect blend of romance, spice, and a healthy dollop of a serious issue that bears addressing' Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling author of By Any Other Name'I will be shouting about my love for One on One until my voice gives out . . . A new all-time favorite' Jessica Joyce, USA Today bestselling author of You, With a View'An immersive, sexy, absolute winner of a debut . . . Jamie Harrow has a forever fan in me!' Sarah Adler, USA Today bestselling author of Happy Medium A steamy enemies-to-lovers workplace romcom for fans of Sally Thorne, Hannah Grace and Beth O'LearyAnnie Radford swore she'd never work in college basketball again, but eight years after fleeing her job with the Ardwyn Tigers, she has no choice but to accept a role as the team's hype woman and videographer.Annie's old friend and colleague, Ben Callahan, is as sexy and wholesome as ever, but why is he so determined to undermine her? Clearly, he hasn't forgiven her for disappearing on them in senior year.When Annie and Ben find themselves competing to keep their jobs, tensions rise and old feelings come sizzling to the surface.With everything on the line, including their hearts, can they put their differences aside to work together and save the team? Or will the truth of why Annie left destroy their tentative new relationship . . . ?
One on One: a steamy enemies-to-lovers workplace romance perfect for fans of Hannah Grace
by Jamie Harrow'Move over, hockey romance fans. There's a new game in town . . . The perfect blend of romance, spice, and a healthy dollop of a serious issue that bears addressing' Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling author of By Any Other Name'I will be shouting about my love for One on One until my voice gives out . . . A new all-time favorite' Jessica Joyce, USA Today bestselling author of You, With a View'An immersive, sexy, absolute winner of a debut . . . Jamie Harrow has a forever fan in me!' Sarah Adler, USA Today bestselling author of Happy Medium A steamy enemies-to-lovers workplace romcom for fans of Sally Thorne, Hannah Grace and Beth O'LearyAnnie Radford swore she'd never work in college basketball again, but eight years after fleeing her job with the Ardwyn Tigers, she has no choice but to accept a role as the team's hype woman and videographer.Annie's old friend and colleague, Ben Callahan, is as sexy and wholesome as ever, but why is he so determined to undermine her? Clearly, he hasn't forgiven her for disappearing on them in senior year.When Annie and Ben find themselves competing to keep their jobs, tensions rise and old feelings come sizzling to the surface.With everything on the line, including their hearts, can they put their differences aside to work together and save the team? Or will the truth of why Annie left destroy their tentative new relationship . . . ?
One-Armed Wonder: Pete Gray, Wartime Baseball, and the American Dream
by William C. KashatusIn the spring of 1945 Pete Gray, who had lost his right arm in a childhood accident, made his debut with the St. Louis Browns of the American League. Dubbed the "One-Armed Wonder" by sportswriters, Gray was a controversial figure from the moment he stepped on a major league diamond. Club owners saw him as a gate attraction for war-weary baseball fans; some of his teammates openly questioned his ability and felt that he cost them a chance to capture a second consecutive pennant. Gray was left to wonder just how good a ballplayer he really was. Though some may have doubted Gray's ability, no one questioned the cantankerous outfielder's desire to reach the major leagues. From the coalfields of northeastern Pennsylvania, Pete Gray fought his way through the minor leagues with single-minded determination. Despite his missing arm, he was the most valuable player of the minor league's Southern Association in 1944. His on-field exploits and relentless fire became an inspiration to the many servicemen who returned from the battlefields of World War II with missing limbs.
One-Way Ticket: Nine Lives on Two Wheels
by Jonathan VaughtersThe new memoir tracing story of cycling since the 1980s, through the eyes of Jonathan Vaughters, founder of team Education First and one of the sport's most towering figures.Jonathan Vaughters' story is the story of modern cycling. From his early years as a keen cyclist in his hometown in Colorado to his unflinching rite of passage as a professional rider with US Postal to his elevation as one of cycling's most resilient, ethical and intelligent team bosses, the highs and lows of his career have mirrored those of the sport itself. Vaughters has had a front-row seat for most of the major events in cycling over the past three decades. He was both a former teammate of Lance and a leading witness against him. And he went on to renounce doping and start the first pro cycling team to dedicate itself to clean riding, which has grown into one of the most successful teams competing today and started a movement that has swept across the sport.This is also not simply a story of races won and lost: Vaughters shows readers how he navigated the complex, international business of building Slipstream into a world-class cycling team. Over the past decade, he has led the sport out of the scandal-plagued Armstrong era. By presenting the world with a team made of talented racers built around a rigorous approach to clean racing, he set a new standard within cycling that has since spread across the peloton. Written from the unique perspective of both a racer and a team manager, One-Way Ticket gives the complete story of what it takes to build a winning team and repair the reputation of a sport.
One: My Autobiography
by Peter Schmeichel'Why me? How could a boy from a Copenhagen tower block say I want to be a champion with Manchester United and Denmark and make it happen?'Peter Schmeichel is a giant of football, who won more Premier League titles (five) than any player in his position and captained Manchester United in the incomparable, last-gasp Treble-clinching win over Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final. 'I don't believe a better goalkeeper played the game,' Sir Alex Ferguson said. One: My Autobiography is Schmeichel's story.In it, he takes us inside the remarkable, winning environment of a club that transformed football during the 1990s, and on to the pitch on that crazy, breathless night in Barcelona in 1999. From Ferguson's unique gifts to Eric Cantona's unique personality, he delivers a close-up and insightful portrait of United's golden era.However, One: My Autobiography goes way beyond the pitch.Schmeichel has an incredible family story to tell, starting with his father, Antoni, a brilliant Polish jazz musician who battled demons and for years kept a momentous secret from those around him. And he explores what he has been able to pass on to his own son, Kasper - himself a Premier League-winning goalkeeper and number one in the Danish national side.Peter's life after football, seldom straightforward, is described with astonishing candour. One: My Autobiography is about football, origins, journeys and legacy.
One: My Autobiography
by Peter Schmeichel'Why me? How could a boy from a Copenhagen tower block say I want to be a champion with Manchester United and Denmark and make it happen?'Peter Schmeichel is a giant of football, who won more Premier League titles (five) than any player in his position and captained Manchester United in the incomparable, last-gasp Treble-clinching win over Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final. 'I don't believe a better goalkeeper played the game,' Sir Alex Ferguson said. One: My Autobiography is Schmeichel's story.In it, he takes us inside the remarkable, winning environment of a club that transformed football during the 1990s, and on to the pitch on that crazy, breathless night in Barcelona in 1999. From Ferguson's unique gifts to Eric Cantona's unique personality, he delivers a close-up and insightful portrait of United's golden era.However, One: My Autobiography goes way beyond the pitch.Schmeichel has an incredible family story to tell, starting with his father, Antoni, a brilliant Polish jazz musician who battled demons and for years kept a momentous secret from those around him. And he explores what he has been able to pass on to his own son, Kasper - himself a Premier League-winning goalkeeper and number one in the Danish national side.Peter's life after football, seldom straightforward, is described with astonishing candour. One: My Autobiography is about football, origins, journeys and legacy.
One: The Sunday Times bestseller
by Peter SchmeichelThe autobiography of one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time.'Why me? How could a boy from a Copenhagen tower block say I want to be a champion with Manchester United and Denmark and make it happen?'Peter Schmeichel is a giant of football, who won more Premier League titles (five) than any player in his position and captained Manchester United in the incomparable, last-gasp Treble-clinching win over Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final. 'I don't believe a better goalkeeper played the game,' Sir Alex Ferguson said. One: My Autobiography is Schmeichel's story.In it, he takes us inside the remarkable, winning environment of a club that transformed football during the 1990s, and on to the pitch on that crazy, breathless night in Barcelona in 1999. From Ferguson's unique gifts to Eric Cantona's unique personality, he delivers a close-up and insightful portrait of United's golden era.However, One: My Autobiography goes way beyond the pitch.Schmeichel has an incredible family story to tell, starting with his father, Antoni, a brilliant Polish jazz musician who battled demons and for years kept a momentous secret from those around him. And he explores what he has been able to pass on to his own son, Kasper - himself a Premier League-winning goalkeeper and number one in the Danish national side.Peter's life after football, seldom straightforward, is described with astonishing candour. One: My Autobiography is about football, origins, journeys and legacy.(P)2021 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Onkologische Rehabilitation: Grundlagen, Methoden, Verfahren und Wiedereingliederung
by Richard CrevennaDurch die steigenden Überlebensraten in der Krebstherapie trägt die onkologische Rehabilitation wesentlich zur Verbesserung des funktionellen Status, der Lebensqualität und der Partizipation onkologischer Patienten bei. Erstmalig im deutschen Sprachraum präsentiert dieses Buch unter Einbindung der jeweiligen Experten die Aspekte und Vielfalt der Methoden sowie die unterschiedlichen Verfahren in der Rehabilitation von Krebspatienten. Der Grundlagenteil geht dabei auf Rahmenbedingungen, Voraussetzungen und Bausteine der onkologischen Rehabilitation ein. Des Weiteren werden rehabilitative Strategien zur Verbesserung von relevanten Begleitsymptomen, wie u.a. Erschöpfbarkeit, Tagesmüdigkeit, Polyneuropathie, Schmerz, Beweglichkeits- und Ernährungsstörungen, reaktive Traurigkeit (Depression), sexuelle Funktionsstörungen, Inkontinenz und Lymphödem vorgestellt. Eine zunehmend wichtige Rolle für Patienten im arbeitsfähigen Alter spielen Zukunftsthemen wie „Arbeitsfähigkeit“ und „Return to work“. Das Buch ist ein unverzichtbarer Leitfaden für Ärzte und Therapeuten, die in der Nachbetreuung onkologischer Patienten tätig sind.
Online Doping: The Digital Ecosystem and Cyborgification of Drug Cultures
by Jesper Andreasson April HenningThis book examines the bodies, communities, and cultures that evolve in different online doping spaces. By engaging in critical analysis of the interrelatedness of online and offline doped realities, the book provides a comprehensive analysis influenced by digital sociology and feminist theory. It focuses on the intersection of doping, bodies, and technology, and is structured around three interconnected themes prominent in doping research but less acknowledged in online environments: doping spaces and communities; gender and power relationships; and the relationship between online activities and offline social life. Building on extensive online research with different drug communities and doping spaces, the authors illustrate how the online world of doping has developed into a digital ecosystem, and present an argument for understanding doping as a cyborgified concept. It will be of interest to students and researchers of sport and digital sociology, media studies, social work, drug studies and gender studies
Online Gaming in India: Technology, Policy, and Challenges
by Lovely Dasgupta Shameek SenThis book offers a comprehensive overview from diverse perspectives of online gaming technology, policy, and experiments to understand and review the Indian approach. It starts with the technological viewpoint on the governance and regulation of online gaming and includes the Indian experiment in governing and regulating it. The book brings a nuanced approach related to the perspectives of various stakeholders, the players, the developers, the gamers, the regulators, the law enforcement agencies, the industry and most importantly, the consumers, who are also the intended audience of the work. Present a holistic view of the online gaming industry from technical, legal and policymaking perspectives Offers critical technical highlights include Online transactions, online games ecosystem, online games varied platforms, web3, metaverse, AI and Fantasy Games Includes a comparative analysis to evaluate better the laws, rules, and regulations and the governance of online gaming in India Encapsulates the Indian experience in intervening and streamlining the online gaming industry The book is for Professionals and scholars in the fields of Online Gaming in computer science, Law, and other related discipline. It also serves as a textbook for students for Online Gaming courses.
Online Research Methods in Sport Studies
by Jamie Cleland Kevin Dixon Daniel KilvingtonThe internet and digital technologies have transformed sport and the way that we research sport, opening up new ways to analyse sport organisations, fan communities, networks, athletes, the media, and other key stakeholders in the field. This engaging and innovative book offers a complete introduction to online research methods in sport studies, guiding the reader through the entire research process, and bringing that process to life with sport-related cases and examples. Covering both qualitative and quantitative methods, the book introduces key topics such as generating a research idea, implementing the research design, maintaining good ethical standards, and collecting, analysing and presenting data. It explains how to conduct online surveys, online interviews, and online ethnography in practice, and every chapter contains individual and group activities to encourage the reader to engage with real online research, as well as further reading suggestions to help them develop their knowledge. Online Research Methods in Sport Studies is essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students, academics, and researchers with an interest in sport studies, and is a useful reference for practitioners working in sport or sport media who want to improve their professional research skills.
Only Between Us: A Novel (Oakwood Bay)
by Ellie K WildeThe highly anticipated sequel to the &“achingly tender and deliciously sexy&” (Jillian Meadows, author of Give Me Butterflies) Only in Your Dreams is a steamy, whip-smart sports romance about a former pro football star who agrees to fake date the fan-favorite ex of another high-profile NFL player so they can both save what&’s most dear to them while fighting their growing feelings for each other. After a death-defying injury sidelined him for two seasons, Brooks Attwood&’s pro football comeback has hit a major snag. Naughty photos from a post-break-up bender have leaked, and they&’re killing his chances with the Rebels—his old team, and the only one he wants to play on. As he trains with the hope of being signed before the first kickoff of the season, Brooks&’s plans to keep a low profile are suddenly upended when his selfie with a fiery fan goes viral, and tabloids mistake them as the football world&’s newest It couple. Turns out, Siena Pippen is the ex-girlfriend of the &“face&” of the League. And she wants nothing more to do with that world after being with her nightmare ex. While she and Brooks are busy blaming each other for the media circus surrounding them, NFL teams are suddenly scrambling to sign a housebroken Brooks. Meanwhile, Siena realizes that all this buzz could be the Hail Mary her family&’s struggling business needs. Together, Brooks and Siena hatch a plan: ignore the will to kill each other and pretend to be madly in love—at least, until Brooks signs with a team. But the longer they pretend, the less fake their fauxmance begins to feel…and Brooks becomes as determined to convince Siena they&’re truly meant to be as he is to land a spot on the Rebels&’ roster.
Only Between Us: A Novel (Oakwood Bay)
by Ellie K WildeThe highly anticipated sequel to the &“achingly tender and deliciously sexy&” (Jillian Meadows, author of Give Me Butterflies) Only in Your Dreams is a steamy, whip-smart sports romance about a former pro football star who agrees to fake date the fan-favorite ex of another high-profile NFL player so they can both save what&’s most dear to them while fighting their growing feelings for each other.After a death-defying injury sidelined him for two seasons, Brooks Attwood&’s pro football comeback has hit a major snag. Naughty photos from a post-break-up bender have leaked, and they&’re killing his chances with the Rebels—his old team, and the only one he wants to play on. As he trains with the hope of being signed before the first kickoff of the season, Brooks&’s plans to keep a low profile are suddenly upended when his selfie with a fiery fan goes viral, and tabloids mistake them as the football world&’s newest It couple. Turns out, Siena Pippen is the ex-girlfriend of the &“face&” of the League. And she wants nothing more to do with that world after being with her nightmare ex. While she and Brooks are busy blaming each other for the media circus surrounding them, NFL teams are suddenly scrambling to sign a housebroken Brooks. Meanwhile, Siena realizes that all this buzz could be the Hail Mary her family&’s struggling business needs. Together, Brooks and Siena hatch a plan: ignore the will to kill each other and pretend to be madly in love—at least, until Brooks signs with a team. But the longer they pretend, the less fake their fauxmance begins to feel...and Brooks becomes as determined to convince Siena they&’re truly meant to be as he is to land a spot on the Rebels&’ roster.
Only Earth and Sky Last Forever
by Nathaniel BenchleyYoung Dark Elk understood Crazy Horse's words. Brought up at a U.S. Government agency, he saw his people humiliated and impoverished as the white men's promises were broken. Yearning to live free and unshackled on the remaining Indian land, Dark Elk wanted only to prove himself a warrior and win Lashuka, the girl he loved. But when the white man invaded the Black Hills, another promise of freedom was broken. There could be no other choice for Dark Elk but to join Crazy Horse and fight for a future for himself and Lashuka.
Only Here For A Visit: A Life Lived to the Full – from Sporting Glories to Wild Stories
by Alan Brazil'The only book that will give you a hangover' Chris Evans Breakfast Show---The hilarious, no holds barred autobiography from sporting legend and broadcaster Alan Brazil.As Alan recounts tales from his extraordinary life, he relives the sporting occasions, radio broadcasts and famously long drinking sessions that have defined his career. He takes readers inside the talkSPORT studio for a behind-the-scenes view of his most memorable interviews, and talks for the first time about the on-pitch rivalries and dressing room debriefs of his footballing career.With his typically outspoken and irreverent delivery, Alan shares everything from his thoughts on how the sports he loves have changed to his top tips for picking winners (and many losers) at Cheltenham. And he revels in wine-soaked jaunts in the South of France and late-night supermarket sweeps with Ray Parlour - if you can keep up.Packed full of never-before-told stories, refreshing appraisals, sporting controversy and a cast of larger-than-life characters, this is a brutally honesty and wickedly funny insight into an extraordinary life.
Only When It's Us (The Bergman Brothers #1)
by Chloe LieseMeet the Bergmans in this enemies-to-lovers new adult romance that tackles the vulnerability of love with humor and heart.From the moment Willa sat next to Ryder in class, she&’s made it clear she hates his guts. Her reason is a mystery, but its outcome suits him fine. Willa Sutter is the feisty, tempting chaos he doesn&’t need in his quiet, tidy life. She&’s the next generation of women&’s soccer. Wild hair. Bee-stung lips. And a temper that makes the devil seem friendly. He&’ll leverage her hate as long as possible to keep his distance.When Willa asked Ryder to borrow his lecture notes, the silent, surly, mountain man ignored her. Ryder Bergman is an arrogant, infuriating flannel-wearing enigma. Mangy beard. Frayed ball cap that hides his eyes. And a stubborn refusal to acknowledge her existence. But Willa&’s never backed down from a challenge.Forced to work together on their final project, Willa and Ryder begin a game of pranks and practical jokes, each determined to come out the champion. But once they catch unexpected feelings, victory begins to mean something else—winning each other&’s hearts.
Only a Black Athlete Can Save Us Now (Forerunners: Ideas First)
by Grant FarredA call to arms exploring the protest movements of 2020 as they reverberated through the athletic world Starting with the refusal of George Hill of the Milwaukee Bucks to participate in an August 2020 playoff game following the shooting of Jacob Blake by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Grant Farred shows how the Covid-restricted NBA &“bubble&” released an energy that spurred athletes into radical action. They disrupted athletic normalcy, and in their grief and rage against American racism they demonstrated the true progressivism lacking in even the most reformist-minded politicians and pundits. Farred goes on to trace the radicalism of black athletes in a number of sports, including the WNBA, women&’s tennis, the NFL, and NASCAR, locating contemporary athletes in a lineage that runs through Muhammad Ali as well as Tommy Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Olympics. Only a Black Athlete Can Save Us Now uses sport as a point of departure to argue that the dystopic crisis of our current moment offers a singular opportunity to reimagine how we live in the world.Forerunners: Ideas First is a thought-in-process series of breakthrough digital publications. Written between fresh ideas and finished books, Forerunners draws on scholarly work initiated in notable blogs, social media, conference plenaries, journal articles, and the synergy of academic exchange. This is gray literature publishing: where intense thinking, change, and speculation take place in scholarship.
Only a Memory Away
by Madeline St. ClaireA dark, mysterious stranger...even to himselfJudd Maxwell had no memories. No past. He had nothing to call his own-except a recurring nightmare that left him sweat drenched and shaken...and certain that his nightly terrors would come true.Social worker Karen Thomas was assigned to help "John Doe" regain his memory, but nothing about Judd Maxwell added up. Every clue she uncovered to his past resulted in another question. The only sure thing was that she was falling in love with a stranger....Judd asked Karen for just one night of rapture, but his constant fear remained: when his memory returned, would the nightmare of doubt end, or had he unwittingly put her life-and his-in jeopardy?
Only and Forever (The Bergman Brothers #7)
by Chloe LieseIt&’s a room-mance for the books in this tender, steamy story about unexpectedly finding love and being brave enough to let it revise life&’s narrative in the final book in the beloved Bergman Brothers series. Viggo Bergman, hopeless romantic, is thoroughly weary of waiting for his happily ever after. But between opening a romance bookstore, running a romance book club, coaching kids' soccer, and adopting a household of pets—just maybe, he&’s overcommitted himself?—Viggo&’s chaotic life has made finding his forever love seem downright improbable. Enter Tallulah Clarke, chilly cynic with a massive case of writer&’s block. Tallulah needs help with her thriller&’s romantic subplot. Viggo needs another pair of hands to keep his store afloat. So they agree to swap skills and cohabitate for convenience—his romance expertise to revive her book, her organizational prowess to salvage his store. They hardly get along, and they couldn&’t be more different, but who says roommate-coworkers need to be friends? As they share a home and life, Tallulah and Viggo discover a connection that challenges everything they believe about love, and reveals the plot twist they never saw coming: happily ever after is here already, right under their roof.
Only in Your Dreams: A Novel (Oakwood Bay #1)
by Ellie K WildeA spicy small-town, brother&’s best friend, sports romance &“packed with sizzling tension, heat, and sweet, swoon-worthy moments&” (Peyton Corinne, author of TikTok sensation Unsteady) between a college football coach and the one that got away that you&’ll want to devour in one sitting. If he can prove he loved her then, and he loves her still, this time might be different.Ten years after one of the most heartbreaking nights of her life, Melody Woods is back in her small hometown of Oakwood Bay, broke, jaded, and unceremoniously dumped by her big-city boyfriend. To top it all off, her twin brother, Parker, is pushing her to take his spot on a camping trip with the one guy she&’s spent a decade avoiding.For college football coach Zac Porter, his best friend&’s twin sister, Melody, has always been off-limits. And after fumbling his chance ten years ago, a devastated Zac was sure he&’d lost Melody for good. So, when Melody shows up at the campsite instead of Parker, Zac realizes that now is the time to prove to her that they were always meant to be, no matter how long it takes to make up for his teenage self&’s mistake.Reeling from the truth of her last relationship, Melody plans to stay in town just long enough to get back on her feet. Then, she&’s gone again. Meanwhile, Zac is facing an uphill battle to coach his team to its first winning game in years, to show Melody how she deserves to be loved, and to keep Parker from ever finding out. Maybe then, being with her will be more than just a dream.