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Vampires Have Lives, Too Box Set
by Edward KendrickFive stories about vampires who, just like their human counterparts, live life to its fullest. They can be happy lives, sad or lonely ones, or ones full of anger. Vampires can have families, and most importantly, they can and do fall in love. Contains the stories:Lonely Vampire: Vampire Armand knows what it means to be lonely. Then he catches Tino, a new vampire in town, playing Robin Hood and points out that he's not giving to the poor. So the pair band together to create shelters for the homeless. Has Armand finally found the one man who will make his life complete? Or will a rogue vampire who preys on the homeless destroy any hope of happiness for the lonely vampire?I Hunt by Night: My name is Lucas. I was human, once. Now, I'm a vampire and I detest humans. I will do all I can to eliminate them. I'll be declared rogue if I'm not careful. I thought I was until Axel appeared. He's a vampire, sexy as hell, and he's been watching me. Luckily he detests humans too. The attraction is there, and our shared desire to destroy humans. Can we, without being caught? Only time will tell.The Family Martell: Vampires Dorian and Cecily adopt three human children, who agree to be turned when they come of age. They join the family business and Griff falls in lust with Nolan, his parents' human partner. Margie, their daughter, loves Wayne, a human doctor. Brad is bi, so when he meets vampire Ewan, and his Sire, Alexia, it causes problems that will take the entire Martell family to solve if they can.The Midnight Detective: When Wyn's young daughter and her mother, Marianne, disappear, he hires Christoph, a private detective, to find them even though he knows Christoph is a vampire. They are drawn to each other once Christoph leans that Wyn is unrepentantly bi. Can Christoph find Wyn's daughter? And how will the two men handle the fact they've become lovers when one is human and the other definitely is not?Burke and the Vampire: What would you do if you discovered you could sense vampires? Burke didn't believe they existed until it happened to him. Horrified, he vows to eliminate them. Vampire Reynaud must find the slayer dubbed The Hunter. It turns out to be easier than anticipated when events transpire to reveal it's his new friend, Burke. Can opposites attract, or will their differences destroy the possibility of love?
Sweetest Taboo
by TinneanThe Sebring family has been involved with espionage for centuries, and as the firstborn son, Anthony Sebring II has every intention of fulfilling his parents’ expectations. To that end, when the United States is thrust into the Second World War, Tony enlists in the Navy, eager to enter the war and do his part to defeat the Axis powers that threaten the freedom and safety of his beloved Country. Instead, however, he finds himself assigned to a position in DC, working surreptitiously with his father.Tony is gay and is comfortable with his homosexuality, although he isn’t able to act on it -- his devotion to his country overshadows that. Meanwhile, his father is unaware and arranges a marriage with a local girl. Before Tony can refuse, Allegra reveals she’s already married to a young soldier of whom her parents disapprove, and she begs Tony for help. As a gentleman, he can’t say no, but this causes problems with his siblings, Jefferson, Bryan, and Portia, who are upset he never told them he was involved with a young lady.While Tony is fiercely devoted to his siblings, most especially his youngest brother, he can’t divulge Allegra’s secret to them, since it isn’t his to reveal. Things have a way of coming out, however, especially when they learn Allegra is pregnant. When Tony refuses to marry her, even after their meddling fathers threaten to have her marriage annulled, he’s banished to London to work with an obscure branch of British security.Some months later, the war in Europe ends and he learns he’s to be sent to the Pacific Theater. En route, he stops in New York, where he takes the opportunity to see his siblings, only to be told by the woman he’d thought was his mother that he isn’t a Sebring, and he’s never to contact the only people he loves -- the secret about his birth could ruin everything he holds dear. Tony leaves without revealing this to them.But Sebrings, no matter what their age, have the ability to ferret out secrets. How will they react when they learn the truth of his birth, and how will Tony deal with the loss of the one person who means the world to him?
Fragile
by Eve MortonAt twenty-four, college graduate Carly Rogers finds herself still living with her cold and distant mother and her half-sister Cynthia. As Carly moves from one minimum wage job to another, she reads books alone in her room, reconnects with her best friend Landon, and takes care of her great-aunt Dorothy on the weekends. Her life is quiet and nonthreatening until she meets Ashley at her new job.Ashley is a fun, energetic, and intelligent woman who has been forced to leave her old life behind due to a medical condition. Through work, and the start of a book club, Ashley and Carly share their pasts and hopes for the future.When change comes, Carly is forced to make a decision. Does she stay where she thought she always belonged, or strive for something better? Is it possible for her and Ashley to build a new life without feeling like the fragile creatures everyone thinks they are?
Tulips for Two
by K. L. NooneAndrew Frost-Hall is technically the Duke of Glendon, even though he thinks of himself as a botanist first. He also hates flying. Unfortunately, he’s on a plane right now, headed to a horticultural conference.But handsome fellow passenger David provides a good distraction, especially when it turns out they’re headed to the same destination. Even better -- or worse -- David has read Andrew’s book ... and knows exactly who he is.As Andrew and David discover a shared love of science and flowers, their coincidence of travel just might blossom into something more.
On Dragon Row Box Set
by Holly DayGemstones. Beautiful sparklies. Treasured jewels. Nothing’s more important than that, except finding your mate.In this box set, you’ll meet three dragon shifters who all live on the same street, Dragon Row. They’re obsessed with pretty gemstones and precious metals, but being in the human realm also gives them an opportunity they never had in the dragon realm. They can find mates among the human population.Contains the stories:The Book Dragon’s Lair: Egil is running a bookstore on Dragon Row while Draken, his dragon mate, is away fighting a war on the other side of the veil. He is finally free, so when word reaches him that Draken is on his way home after having been injured, he considers running away. It isn't Draken stepping over the threshold, though. Can Egil pretend the new dragon is his mate? And what will happen if Draken comes back?Mated to the Fire Dragon: Zale wanted to see a dragon. He never expected a miracle. Zale is dying, but he wants to see a dragon before he goes. Albus is a white dragon with no status, but when Zale steps into his smithy, everything inside him catches fire. Albus can tell Zale is dying, and he could breathe fire into him, but then they'd be mated. He can't force Zale to live his entire life with a white dragon, can he?The Dragon’s Prisoner: Stealing from a dragon is bad, getting caught is worse. Kasper is a thief who wants to quit but is forced to do one last job. Saxon the Sinful owns a jewelry store, and one day a human has the audacity to try to steal from him. Being a dragon’s prisoner wasn’t part of Kasper’s plan, but now that he is, he’s not sure he wants to escape. But there is no future for a thief and a dragon, is there?
Passport to Danger
by Sheila GrantPassport to Danger is a thrilling story of espionage during the height of the Cold War with the action racing from posh office towers in New York City to a crescendo in the resort towns of Cuernavaca and Acapulco with stakes of nuclear proportions.The CIA-backed invasion of the Bay of Pigs had been repelled by Russian-armed Cuba, the Berlin Wall had been erected separating East from West, and the Cuban Missile Crisis had brought the US and Russia one launch button away from World War III. The arms race between the two world powers was at a fevered pitch and the Cold War was at its apex. It is against this backdrop that supermodel Elizabeth Lamont is recruited by the CIA after a case of mistaken identity and thrust into the conflict as a double agent impersonating notorious KGB operative Nicola Neumann. Elizabeth&’s mission is to reach Anton Sobokov, who defected from Russia and became a leading US nuclear physicist. Now he&’s being held by the KGB in a house in Cuernavaca, Mexico, waiting to be transported to Cuba by plane and Moscow by boat. While impersonating Nicola Neumann, Elizabeth must gain access to the house and obtain the encrypted code to Sobokov&’s work before it falls into the hands of the Soviets. Should she fail, the balance of power could shift from the US to Russia. With a growing affection for Steve Brenner, a nuclear scientist and close friend of the perceived traitor, Sobokov, the stakes become personal as Elizabeth must prevent her emotions from sabotaging her mission—even if the answers she uncovers devastate the man she may be growing to love.
Hey There It's Me
by Atifah KotadiaHey there, I know right now life doesn&’t feel okay, you feel trapped inside yourself day after day. But just know, you are going to get better, you are not on your own. &‘Cause it&’s me, I&’m here with you, and you should never feel alone.
There’s a Bee in my Tea!
by Garry YeeHow do you like to drink your tea? With sugar? With milk? With ice? There are many ways to drink your tea, but I&’ll bet none of them include having a bee with your tea! This is the story of an enterprising but very annoying bee who seems to think it&’s totally okay to do the backstroke in someone&’s cup of tea!So, what would you do if you found a bee swimming in your tea? Would you get grumpy and climb up a tree? Would you call the bee catcher angrily, or would you exercise creativity… and look and think and wait and see?Find out how one very forgiving tea drinker deals with this problem in the mad-cap, rhyming adventure, There&’s a Bee in my Tea!
Squirrel Shared His Nest with Owl
by Manny AgahThis story is written for younger children to highlight the environmental changes that could impact their activities, reassure them, and relieve their anxiety and fear. These changes not only disrupt their daily routines, but may also require them to temporarily take shelter in places other than their family homes for safety. The sudden changes also put other living species close to us in harm&’s way. It is documented that these creatures also recognize the danger of being caught in a storm and wind. They seek refuge in tall trees and return to their homes and nests after the storm passes.In writing this short story, I have emphasized that, regardless of whether a creature is a predator or prey, when both face a common threat such as a storm, they share resources and accommodate each other to overcome the danger – just as we do by helping friends and neighbors during natural disasters.
I Spy With My Little Eye
by Joseph DeGraziaEvery night before bed, Lily gazes out her magical window, where the world transforms into a glittering wonderland of Surprises. As the stars twinkle and the moon glows, Lily embarks upon a whimsical game of &‘I spy with my little eye.&’ From fluffy tails to glowing eyes, she spots creatures big and small, each with a story to tell.What will Lily discover tonight? Who might be waiting just beyond the glass? Dive into this enchanting tale where imagination soars and every turn of the pages invites the young reader to join the magic. Perfect for bedtime, I Spy with My Little Eye will leave children eager to explore the world of their dreams.
Edimango
by Natalie DuncanEddie, the mango tree, becomes a boy to change his school for the better. He faces many obstacles and challenges, but never gives up, as his friends depend on him. Sophia the goat and Adam the lizard, join the fun and help Eddie as he transforms into Edimango. Edimango loves his new life as a boy, but realizes the importance of his role as a mango tree. With lots of determination, perseverance and faith, Edimango makes a big impact at Ashley Elementary School.Edimango is the first book of a series called The Adventures of Edimango.
Pam's Traveling Coat Collection - Book II
by Ann BlakelyI&’ve been loaded into suitcases and backpacks and tossed into airplane cargo holds for long rides around the world. I&’ve survived windstorms and snowstorms, sandstorms and ocean waves. I know about subways and railways and all ways of travel from place to place. I have seen things from rickshaws, riverboats, canal boats, the back of a donkey and a camel. I&’ve petted an elephant and a cheetah and lived to tell the tale.Stairways into what seemed like the very clouds have been part of almost every adventure!There are so many places to go. So many places to see. I encourage you to go explore. It&’s a big, big world and it&’s waiting for you.
Willey and Shelley&’s Adventure Downunder
by Paul NybergThis is the second book in a three-part series where Willey and Shelley embark on an extraordinary adventure in the magical land of Australia. While many of us have seen movies or documentaries about this fascinating country, this story offers a fresh perspective.When Willey transforms into a koala bear and Shelley becomes a kangaroo, they experience the breathtaking countryside and its unique wildlife from an entirely new viewpoint. Through their journey, they learn the importance of understanding others, helping those in need, and looking out for one another.This story invites you and your children to explore Australia&’s vibrant landscapes and encounter its remarkable animals in a fun and imaginative way. Hopefully, it will inspire you to embrace new friendships and see life through the eyes of others.I hope you enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoyed writing it. Stay curious and forever young.
You Are My Person
by Anne CampbellIn times of crisis and upheaval, life has a way of throwing us into unexpected situations that can shake us to our core. Becoming an overnight, full-time caregiver to a young child is one such challenge, one that can transform fear and uncertainty into a journey of profound connection. Through the trials, the bond between caregiver and child deepens, blossoming into a relationship built on mutual trust, love, and unwavering support.It is within this love that acceptance and peace are found: a sense of safety that comes from discovering your person. This is a story for anyone striving to find balance in the chaos, light in the darkness, and hope in the unknown. Here&’s to those blessed with finding their person, for there is no greater joy.
The Engirlneers Save Fish Pond
by Shannon DeVivoIn today&’s rapidly evolving world, the need for innovative thinkers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) has never been more critical. As we face pressing infrastructure and environmental challenges, it&’s vital to inspire the next generation to pursue careers in these fields. Developing relatable role models in STEM, such as the Engirlneers, can significantly impact children&’s aspirations, showing them that they, too, can make a difference.The Engirlneers help demystify STEM careers by showcasing diverse paths to success. Their various backgrounds and experiences can ignite curiosity and foster a sense of belonging in STEM. When children see someone like them succeeding in these fields, they are more likely to envision themselves as future scientists, engineers, or technologists.In this book, the Engirlneers tackle the increasingly common scenario of nitrification and its impacts to the ecosystem. They must band together and use their critical thinking skills to identify the cause of the problem and eliminate it at its source to restore the pond to its original health and beauty.
The Skunk and the Chipmunk: A Clarke Fable
by Constance ClarkeIn this playful Clarke Fable, two small animals learn to be accepting of one another&’s differences, and discover that through kindness, we can find the beauty of diversity in all of us. Be sure to look for the bright red cardinal as it appears throughout the pages.
Ooops!
by Jennifer KuraniExcited to own a brand-new pair of white sneakers, Turtle wondered if he should be careful with them. Will he able to run fast? Will he be able to jump high? Will his friends like them? Turtle just wants to test out and show his friends how special his new sneakers are!Squirrel is busy climbing a tree, Rabbit is hopping around the carrot patch, Bee is buzzing through the garden, and Firefly is glowing his twinkling light.Will Turtle get a chance to use his new sneakers? Will they be as good as he imagines them to be?
The Adventures of Margo
by Wendi SchullerMargo is not your average ten-year-old. She&’s a junior detective with a knack for solving mysteries that leave even the adults stumped!Join Margo as she jumps into thrilling adventures – from tracking down a runaway to tailing a mysterious spy. With her quick thinking, fearless determination, and a little help from her two best friends, Margo navigates a world filled with quirky characters, puzzling clues, and even a ghostly encounter.But can Margo keep her cool, and will she crack the case before it&’s too late?Perfect for young readers who love mystery, adventure, and a dash of the unexpected!
Goldie TAXI and the 3 Young Bears
by Juliana Datry MostWhat surprising, interesting adventure happens to three young bear brothers in a big city when they get lost at the bus stop on the way to their grandparent&’s new house? What funny, chaotic events will take place in the strange location? Uh oh! Comical, goofy mishaps are sure to follow! When they meet a complete stranger, will she be difficult or upset or helpful?How will they ever make it to Grandma and Grandpa&’s house? What will they learn about following directions, being more alert and taking more responsibility?
Milo
by Adrienne BurnheimerWhen Milo, a small mouse from New York City, meets Francesco, a chef at The Tall Skies Restaurant inside the World Trade Center, an unexpected friendship begins to bloom.Milo is drawn to the bountiful food Francesco leaves behind, making frequent visits to the restaurant. Though he has explored many other places in the city, something always brings him back. More than just the food, it is Francesco&’s warm and welcoming nature that makes Milo feel at home.By day, Milo scurries through the streets of Manhattan, exploring the city and keeping his belly full, all thanks to Francesco. But one fateful day, on September 11, 2001, in downtown Manhattan, Milo&’s world changes forever.
Flitter the Butterfly
by Janell QueenFlitter is a happy butterfly, darting from flower to flower. But she gets trapped. Will she ever be free again? Free to suck the sweet nectar from the flowers? Free to tell the caterpillars that they too will fly one day? Read to find out what happens to Flitter.
Moonrising
by Claire BarnerA debut near future romance, where Sea of Tranquility meets Winter's Orbit, told against the backdrop of the Moon's first lunar colony, with a multicultural and LGBTQ+ cast, about a cynical agronomist and charming Emirati businessman who fall in love, and battle eco-terrorists.In 2073, controversial agronomist Dr. Alex Cole has dedicated her life to mutagenetic food, the only solution to feeding a world torn apart by climate change. When fierce opposition from radical environmentalists wipes out her lab funding, a surprising lifeline appears in the form of Mansoor Al Kaabi, a charismatic Emirati businessman who needs a sustainable food supply for his guests on the Moon&’s first hotel. Alex moves to the Moon colony with Mansoor, and they immediately dive into the challenging work. As she smuggles in illegal chickens, fights a vexing tomato fungus, and dreams of olive groves on the Moon, Alex is surprised to find herself falling in love not just with the lunar colony, but with Mansoor, whose vision for the future of the Moon extends far beyond luxury hotels. Back on Earth, eccentric genius Victor Beard and Mansoor&’s younger brother Rashid fight to push the Homestead Act through Congress. Without the support of the US government, they&’ll never be able to achieve their goal to relocate humanity to the Moon and secure a second chance for life on Earth. When eco-terrorists threaten the lunar colony, Alex, Mansoor, Victor, and Rashid must choose what they&’re willing to die for–and what they&’re really living for. Is it their grandiose visions of saving the planet–or is it each other?
The Chosen Queen: A Novel of the Pendragon Prophecy (The Pendragon Prophecy Series)
by Sam DaveyIgraine, destined mother of King Arthur, takes center stage for a powerful, feminist retelling of Camelot.The stories of Camelot do not begin with the sword in the stone—but rather with a twisted chain of murder, magic, and deceit. Igraine is happily married to Gorlois, Duke of Cornwall, even though his withdrawal from the Mysteries and the Goddess have created a strain between them, as well as friction between her and her mentor, the Lady of the Lake. While they are visiting Uther Pendragon, King of Britain, at his castle, Uther makes it obvious to the entire court that he desires Igraine to be his queen. Later, he grabs her in the hall, and when Igraine informs Gorlois of what happened, he gathers his people and abruptly leaves the festivities, later declaring war on Uther. England has only recently found peace, and Merlin pleads with Gorlois to pledge allegiance to Uther. But Gorlois&’ pride will keep him bent toward war, no matter the cost to his people. Igraine bravely assumes the role of leader at Tintagel Castle, encouraging the women left behind to continue working the fields to show their devotion to the Goddess and instructing her two daughters to harness their own powers. She plans a grand summer solstice celebration, inviting their allies. On the eve of the solstice, Gorlois unexpectedly returns to Tintagel. But it is only after she lies with who she thinks is her beloved husband that Igraine learns the full extent of the devious plot of Merlin and the Lady of the Lake. Igraine is chosen by the Goddess, by the Lady of the Lake, by Merlin, by Uther Pendragon . . . but in the end, she will choose her own fate.
The Guilty Sleep
by Jeremy D. Baker"A terrific debut–fast, tough and hard, shot through with hard-won authenticity and deep humanity. . . . Don't miss out." —Lee Child No one gets hurt is a fine plan. A worthy goal. But when it comes down to the moment, there&’s always plenty of hurt to go around.Afghanistan vet Dexter Grant is broke, reeling from PTSD, and on the verge of divorce when he&’s approached by his old Army buddies to help rescue their former interpreter, the man who once saved Dex&’s life. It means ripping off a vicious queenpin&’s drug proceeds—but not to worry, they have it all worked out. And if anyone can pull it off, it&’s Dex&’s former team lead, Staff Sergeant Saenz. Tempted by an easy score that could make his own problems disappear and imbued with new purpose, Dex agrees to play his part in the scheme. But just as in combat, the best-laid plans don&’t survive first contact with the enemy. When the heist goes off the rails, his wife and daughter become targets for bloody revenge. Dex must face down his spiraling inner darkness and call on all his strength and training to save his girls. In his quest, he&’ll learn there was much more to this heist than he ever imagined. Jeremy D. Baker bursts onto the crime fiction scene with this debut thriller that recalls C. J. Box&’s unlikely hero Joe Pickett and the small-town, lived-in noir of S. A. Cosby. Told from three revolving points-of-view, The Guilty Sleep is a riveting tale of robbery and betrayal in which a father&’s love faces off with a soldier&’s debt
Expressive Networks: Poetry and Platform Cultures
by Matthew KilbaneExpressive Networks convenes an urgent conversation on digital media and the social life of contemporary poetry. Tracing how poems circulate through online spaces and how capitalized platforms have come to pattern the reading and writing of poetry, contributors emphasize both the expressivist cast of digital literary culture and the deep-running ambivalence that characterizes aesthetic and critical responses to platformed cultural production. The volume features chapters on Pan- African spoken word programs, Singaporean Facebook groups, decolonial hemispheric networks, and Japanese media-critical poetries as well as platforms such as Twitter/X, Instagram, and Amazon. Though contributors write from a variety of methodological positions and address themselves to a range of archives, they share the primary conviction that the impact of Web 2.0 on literary practice is far-reaching, far from self-evident, and far more variegated and unpredictable than easy summations of social media’s influence suggest. Expressive Networks asks after poetry’s present and future by examining what poems themselves express about the social make-up of networked platforms. Edited by Matthew Kilbane with contributions from Cameron Awkward-Rich, Micah Bateman, Andrew Campana, Sumita Chakraborty, Scott Challener, C.R. Grimmer, Tess McNulty, Michael Nardone, Seth Perlow, Anna Preus, Susanna Sacks, Carly Schnitzler, Melanie Walsh, and Samuel Caleb Wee.