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The Transpacific Flow: Creative Writing Programs in China (Asia Shorts)
by Jin FengWhat happens when a US cultural institution is imported to China, the purported chief rival of the United States in the twenty-first century? The first book-length account of university-based creative writing programs in China, this book reveals how Chinese intellectuals adapt American-style writing programs such as the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and the International Writing Program at Chinese universities to seek agency and literary innovation in the last two decades. The rise of creative writing programs in China explains broader issues of cultural production in an increasingly authoritarian and market-oriented postsocialist state. By telling a unique story of Chinese intellectuals’ interactions with an influential Western cultural institution, this book also shows how varied cultural and geopolitical priorities can rewrite the story of the global influence of the United States.
The Hidden Lives of Big Beautiful Women (Palgrave Studies in Mediating Kinship, Representation, and Difference)
by Crystal KotowThis book is a deep dive into the largely unexplored space of BBW “bashes”—multi-day gatherings of fat women and their admirers. Using a range of feminist theories of embodiment and affect, the project is guided by autoethnography and in-depth interviews with twelve participants. Participant experiences are first analyzed with a key focus on experiences that cause grief and disenfranchisement; subsequently, the book looks at experiences that may be radical or revelatory. The book does not seek to either villainize or valorize BBW spaces but instead sheds a bright light on the experience of this cultural subspace and all it may offer to analyses of fat life.
The Complete Guide to Christian Denominations: Understanding The History, Beliefs, And Differences
by Ron Rhodes
House Thinking: A Room-by-Room Look at How We Live
by Winifred Gallagher“A fascinating book that investigates and explains the emotional impact our homes have on our lives. House Thinking . . . guides the way for us to live out our most creative selves at home.” —Wendy Goodman, interior design editor, New York magazine IKEA, Ethan Allen and HGTV may have plenty to say about making a home look right, but what makes a home feel right? In House Thinking, journalist and cultural critic Winifred Gallagher takes the reader on a psychological tour of the American home. By drawing on the latest research in behavioral science, an overview of cultural history, and interviews with leading architects and designers, she shows us not only how our homes reflect who we are but also how they influence our thoughts, feelings, and actions. How does your entryway prime you for experiencing your home? What makes a bedroom a sensual oasis? How can your bathroom exacerbate your worst fears? House Thinking addresses provocative questions like these, enabling us to understand the homes we've made for ourselves in a unique and powerful new way. It is an eye-opening look at how we live . . . and how we could live.
Narrative Inquiry Experience and Story in Qualitative Research: Experience And Story In Qualitative Research
by D. Jean Clandinin F. Michael Connelly"The literature on narrative inquiry has been, until now, widely scattered and theoretically incomplete. Clandinin and Connelly have created a major tour de force. This book is lucid, fluid, beautifully argued, and rich in examples. Students will find a wealth of arguments to support their research, and teaching faculty will find everything they need to teach narrative inquiry theory and methods."--Yvonna S. Lincoln, professor, Department of Educational Administration, Texas A+M University. Understanding experience as lived and told stories--also known as narrative inquiry--has gained popularity and credence in qualitative research. Unlike more traditional methods, narrative inquiry successfully captures personal and human dimensions that cannot be quantified into dry facts and numerical data. In this definitive guide, Jean Clandinin and Michael Connelly draw from more than twenty years of field experience to show how narrative inquiry can be used in educational and social science research. Tracing the origins of narrative inquiry in the social sciences, they offer new and practical ideas for conducting fieldwork, composing field notes, and conveying research results. Throughout the book, stories and examples reveal a wide range of narrative methods. Engaging and easy to read, Narrative Inquiry is a practical resource from experts who have long pioneered the use of narrative in qualitative research.
All of You Is Magic Deck: 52 Practices to Unlock Your Cosmic Power
by Zulfa IshakFor fans of modern mysticism, this gorgeous illustrated deck of uplifting messages and mind-expanding rituals is a powerful tool for self-discovery.In All of You Is Magic, mystic artist Zulfa Ishak presents 52 mystical practices to open your heart, expand your mind, and help you connect with your intuition. Each card includes one uplifting affirmation and one ritual for self-discovery through breathwork, meditation, journaling, and more. Brimming with enchanting artwork and transformative mystic wisdom, this cosmic companion helps you discover your innate magic so you can pursue your dreams with confidence, energy, and joy.EASY TOOL FOR SELF-DISCOVERY: These 52 cards combine self-care, mysticism, and meditation. For anyone interested in astrology and mindfulness, this deck shares powerful healing methods in an easy-to-use format.CELEBRATED AUTHOR: Zulfa Ishak is a beloved mystic creative. In this deck, she shares her expert wisdom, distilling teachings from astrology, mindfulness, and mysticism in an inspiring package filled with her celebrated artwork.BEAUTIFUL TO GIFT AND DISPLAY: This sleek, eye-catching set is filled with 52 shimmery, bright cards, making it a lovely gift and a stylish companion for the spiritually curious, crystal lovers, and tarot enthusiasts.Perfect for:Astrology enthusiastsAnyone interested in mysticism and witchcraftFans and followers of Zulfa IshakUnique gift for people who use tarot card sets, oracle decks, and crystalsFans of The Wild Unknown, The Numinous, and Mystic Mondays Tarot
Two Together (Brendan Wenzel)
by Brendan Wenzel"Masterful." – Kirkus, starred review "[A] picture-book charmfest." – Shelf Awareness, starred review "For viewers who are . . . dog people or cat people." – Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review "[A discovery in] how beings sense the world." – Publishers Weekly, starred review In this companion book to They All Saw a Cat and Inside Cat, a journey home leads to unexpected adventures for a cat and dog. A playful, imaginative story of friendship, empathy, and discovery by Caldecott Honor winner Brendan Wenzel.Cat and Dog are headed home. A simple route lies ahead of them . . . or does it? There’s so much to see and smell and hear, and the two of them experience the world very differently. A stream, for instance, is watery fun for Dog, but it may not be so delightful for Cat!As their journey becomes an adventure full of unexpected twists and turns, Cat and Dog show that it’s possible for two creatures to travel in the world together despite their distinctive perspectives and abilities—and even to appreciate and enjoy them. With the irresistible read-aloud appeal of Brendan Wenzel’s They All Saw a Cat, winner of the Caldecott Honor, this is a funny, exuberant companion tale that’s an imaginative tribute to empathy, friendship, and understanding.RESPECTING DIFFERENCES: Cat and Dog experience life in almost opposite ways. Through their eyes, children will see how the same situation or problem can be handled differently depending on the perspective and ability of the creature living through it, building their empathy and understanding.DELIGHTFUL VISUALS: This picture book is full of visual surprises and Easter eggs, and readers will love turning back to find details that hint at developments to come on the journey. The dog's and cat’s art styles evolve throughout, becoming more developed and exaggerated but ending with a unified style that incorporates both their points of view as their friendship is affirmed and strengthened.ENCOURAGES EXPLORATION: The path home is both a familiar route and a new experience as Cat and Dog make surprising—sometimes unpleasant—discoveries along the way. The subtle message about appreciating the small moments in everyday routines and the possibilities that await when we step outside them is perfect for young readers.BELOVED AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR: Brendan Wenzel is a bestselling author, Caldecott Honor–winning artist, and sought-after speaker at schools and libraries. His books They All Saw a Cat, Hello Hello, A Stone Sat Still, and Inside Cat have received multiple awards and starred reviews and are family and classroom favorites.FUN READ-ALOUD BOOK: Rhythmic text coupled with compelling artwork and a comforting ending make this perfect for story time, bedtime, or both!Perfect for:Parents, grandparents, educators, and educatorsPreschool and kindergarten–level readersPet ownersGift givers looking for a fun, interactive family read-aloud bookFans of Brendan WenzelFans of picture books like Hot Dog, The Kissing Hand, What Do You Do With a Problem?, and The Day the Crayons Quit
Missing Data (Quantitative Applications in the Social Sciences)
by Paul D. AllisonSooner or later anyone who does statistical analysis runs into problems with missing data in which information for some variables is missing for some cases. Why is this a problem? Because most statistical methods presume that every case has information on all the variables to be included in the analysis. Using numerous examples and practical tips, this book offers a nontechnical explanation of the standard methods for missing data (such as listwise or casewise deletion) as well as two newer (and, better) methods, maximum likelihood and multiple imputation. Anyone who has been relying on ad-hoc methods that are statistically inefficient or biased will find this book a welcome and accessible solution to their problems with handling missing data.
Missing Data (Quantitative Applications in the Social Sciences)
by Paul D. AllisonSooner or later anyone who does statistical analysis runs into problems with missing data in which information for some variables is missing for some cases. Why is this a problem? Because most statistical methods presume that every case has information on all the variables to be included in the analysis. Using numerous examples and practical tips, this book offers a nontechnical explanation of the standard methods for missing data (such as listwise or casewise deletion) as well as two newer (and, better) methods, maximum likelihood and multiple imputation. Anyone who has been relying on ad-hoc methods that are statistically inefficient or biased will find this book a welcome and accessible solution to their problems with handling missing data.
A Visit From the Goon Squad: Emerald City, The Invisible Circus, Look At Me And A Visit From The Goon Squad
by Jennifer EganWINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR FICTIONNEW YORK TIMES TOP 10 BOOKS OF 2010Jennifer Egan's spellbinding novel circles the lives of Bennie Salazar, an aging former punk rocker and record executive, and Sasha, the passionate, troubled young woman he employs. Although Bennie and Sasha never discover each other's pasts, the reader does, in intimate detail, along with the secret lives of a host of other characters whose paths intersect with theirs, over many years, in locales as varied as New York, San Francisco, Naples, and Africa.We first meet Sasha in her mid-thirties, on her therapist's couch in New York City, confronting her longstanding compulsion to steal. Later, we learn the genesis of her turmoil when we see her as the child of a violent marriage, then a runaway living in Naples, then as a college student trying to avert the suicidal impulses of her best friend.We meet Bennie Salazar at the melancholy nadir of his adult life-divorced, struggling to connect with his nine-year-old son, listening to a washed up band in the basement of a suburban house-and then revisit him in 1979, at the height of his youth, shy and tender, reveling in San Francisco's punk scene as he discovers his ardor for rock and roll and his gift for spotting talent. We learn what became of his high school gang-who thrived and who faltered-and we encounter Lou Kline, Bennie's catastrophically careless mentor, along with the lovers and children left behind in the wake of Lou's far flung sexual conquests and meteoric rise and fall.A Visit from the Goon Squad is a book about the interplay of time and music, about survival, about the stirrings and transformations set inexorably in motion by even the most passing conjunction of our fates. In a breathtaking array of styles and tones ranging from tragedy to satire to Powerpoint, Egan captures the undertow of self-destruction that we all must either master or succumb to; the basic human hunger for redemption; and the universal tendency to reach for both-and escape the merciless progress of time-in the transporting realms of art and music. Sly, startling, exhilarating work from one of our boldest writers.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------***Jennifer Egan's latest novel THE CANDY HOUSE is coming April 2022, the long-awaited sibling novel to A Visit from the Goon Squad***
Planning Primary English: How to Design and Teach Brilliant Lessons
by Kirstie HewettEffective lesson planning is a crucial skill for all primary school teachers and is key to fostering engaging and focused learning. So how can new teachers ensure that their plans are motivating and impactful so that their students can make good progress? This book serves as a comprehensive roadmap for planning dynamic and effective English lessons and clearly explains key principles and concepts that underpin effective teaching in all aspects of the primary English curriculum. Covering a wide range of topics, this book discusses how to plan compelling lessons on teaching phonics, comprehension, grammar, spoken language and more, as well as adaptive teaching for an inclusive classroom. It identifies the key decisions new teachers, who are planning their own lessons for the first time, must consider to execute well-structured lessons and suggests how these can be tailored to meet the needs of all learners. Whether you′re on a university-based path (PGCE, BEd, BA with QTS) or exploring school-based routes (School Direct, SCITT, Teach First), or an Early Career Teacher, this book is essential reading to transforming lesson planning from a challenge into a creative and effective teaching tool. Kirstie Hewett is a senior lecturer in primary English at the University of Chichester.
Planning Primary English: How to Design and Teach Brilliant Lessons
by Kirstie HewettEffective lesson planning is a crucial skill for all primary school teachers and is key to fostering engaging and focused learning. So how can new teachers ensure that their plans are motivating and impactful so that their students can make good progress? This book serves as a comprehensive roadmap for planning dynamic and effective English lessons and clearly explains key principles and concepts that underpin effective teaching in all aspects of the primary English curriculum. Covering a wide range of topics, this book discusses how to plan compelling lessons on teaching phonics, comprehension, grammar, spoken language and more, as well as adaptive teaching for an inclusive classroom. It identifies the key decisions new teachers, who are planning their own lessons for the first time, must consider to execute well-structured lessons and suggests how these can be tailored to meet the needs of all learners. Whether you′re on a university-based path (PGCE, BEd, BA with QTS) or exploring school-based routes (School Direct, SCITT, Teach First), or an Early Career Teacher, this book is essential reading to transforming lesson planning from a challenge into a creative and effective teaching tool. Kirstie Hewett is a senior lecturer in primary English at the University of Chichester.
Death Behind Every Door: A Novel (The Blackbird Files #1)
by Heather GrahamIn the shadows of a Scottish castle, something deadly is lurking in every corner… When FBI special agent Luke Kendrick discovers chilling evidence of dozens of victims at a crime scene in London, he recognizes the calling card of the notorious H. H. Holmes Society. Named for the nineteenth-century monster regarded as America&’s first serial killer, the society is comprised of a twisted web of killers, working to carry out heinous murders in Holmes&’s memory. And now the group&’s been linked to a Scottish castle turned B and B—where guests check in but never check out. Arriving at the sinister Graystone Castle posed as a tourist, Luke is joined by Special Agent Carly MacDonald, and the pair is immediately confronted by dangers hidden in the castle&’s depths. With guests disappearing and a network of killers closing in, Luke and Carly have only each other to rely on—and they&’ll have to race to cut off the head of the snake before the blood trail of the past can culminate in a very real and deadly present.The Blackbird FilesBook 1: Death Behind Every DoorBook 2: Market for MurderBook 3: Legacy of Blood
Harlequin Romantic Suspense June 2024 - Box Set
by Addison Fox Karen Whiddon Katherine Garbera Patricia SargeantLooking for heart-racing romance and breathless suspense? Want stories filled with life-and-death situations that cause sparks to fly between adventurous, strong women and brave, powerful men?Harlequin® Romantic Suspense brings you all that and more with four new full-length titles in one collection!A Colton Kidnapping (A Coltons of Owl Creek novel)by Justine DavisThey had nothing in common—Briony, a shy accountant, and Greg, a gruff Colton rancher. But after the death of their two best friends, Briony and Greg become uneasy guardians of the couple&’s two children. When the children&’s dangerous grandfather tries to gain custody, the two new parents know they must get married to protect their found family. Can Briony and Greg save the children—and also their hearts—as they grow closer together?Stalker in the Storm (A Scarecrow Murders novel)by New York Times bestselling author Carla CassidyDetective Ben Cooper doesn&’t do commitment. When Bailey Troy&’s nail salon becomes a murder scene, he asks her out so that he can make sure she&’s all right—that&’s what he tells himself, anyway. But his desire to protect her intensifies when an anonymous someone starts leaving her gifts. Is the serial killer he&’s hunting targeting Bailey? Or is she facing an entirely different threat? Hotshot's Dangerous Liaison (A Hotshot Heroes novel)by New York Times bestselling author Lisa ChildsHotshot firefighter Michaela Momber is used to saving people from peril. But when a saboteur puts Michaela's team in their sights, she's the one under fire. Ambivalent bar owner Charlie Tillerman could be a prime suspect. And yet, Michaela knows another side of the gruff Charlie: He&’s the father of the baby she thought she could never have! Together, can they elude a killer to save their unborn child...and one another?Undercover Heist by Rachel AstorWhen art curator Ruby Alexander's former mentor disappears, she must dive back into a criminal past she&’s tried to leave behind—and reconnects with Shane Meyers, one of her crew and someone she hasn't been able to forget. Sneaking into a secure facility, lifting a jewel-encrusted artifact and rescuing their former partner should be easy. But can Ruby do the job without risking her heart, or will working side-by-side with her old flame prove too dangerous?
Harlequin Historical June 2024 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Sarah Mallory Lauri Robinson Lotte R. JamesStep back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection!This boxset includes:WED IN HASTE TO THE DUKEA Season of Celebrationby Sarah Mallory(Regency)Angeline Carlow&’s hasty marriage to her childhood best friend, Jason, the Duke of Rotherton, was purely practical. She knew that he could never love her the way that he loved his late wife. Yet in her new husband&’s month-long absence, she&’s found her place as mistress of their estate. Now that he&’s back, just as guarded but undeniably handsome, can Angel find her place as his wife—and boldly claim their wedding night? A COURTSHIP TO FOOL MANHATTANby Lauri Robinson(Gilded Age)At his sister&’s society wedding, Lincoln Dryer finds himself paired up with heiress Victoria Biggs. Tired of being matchmade, Lincoln is surprised to learn Victoria feels the same. So they agree to pretend to be a couple! Though he enjoys Victoria&’s refreshing company, Lincoln&’s seen the heartache love can cause… Yet while their charade fools Manhattan, how long can Lincoln fool himself into believing he can let Victoria go when the wedding party&’s over? A LIAISON WITH HER LEADING LADYby Lotte R James(1830s)Ruth Connell&’s beloved theater is under threat! In desperation, she approaches reclusive playwright Artemis Goode. If Artemis can write a hit, Ruth can save her troupe from financial ruin. Yet it&’s not just Ruth&’s livelihood in need of saving, but Artemis&’s shattered heart, too. As quickly as their personalities clash, their passion ignites! But while that leads their play toward success, it also leads Ruth closer to the end of her partnership with Artemis…
Harlequin Romance June 2024 Box Set
by Kandy Shepherd Michelle Douglas Nina Singh Juliette HylandHarlequin® Romance brings you a collection of four new titles, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes:CINDERELLA AND THE TYCOON NEXT DOOROne Year to WedBy Kandy ShepherdWhen Anastasia finds herself in need of a husband, she turns to her best friend, millionaire tycoon Connor. She&’s always carried a torch for the guy from next door, but anything romantic is completely off-limits. The relationship might be faux, but once she&’s wearing Connor&’s ring, Ana&’s very real desire for him becomes impossible to hide any longer… Especially when his &“I do&” kiss feels anything but fake!CLAIMING HIS BILLION-DOLLAR BRIDEOne Year to WedBy Michelle DouglasRose has put everything into running her family&’s farm, so she&’s furious that her father&’s will states she must marry to keep it! All she can do is propose—to anyone. She picks Lincoln—her neighbor, her enemy and the man she once shared a pulse-racing moment of passion with… She offers him a coveted plot of land in return—but she&’s still surprised when he says yes to making her his billion-dollar bride!THEIR ACCIDENTAL MARRIAGE DEALBy Nina SinghIn Las Vegas for a wedding, Hannah accidentally marries her teenage crush, Alden. What happened on that hot, hazy night could certainly be dissolved in the cold light of day. Until Alden asks Hannah to stay married a while—and play the part of being his wife!—while he secures a business deal. But as they travel to his client&’s Aegean island, via romantic Istanbul, his touch keeps giving her very real butterflies. Suddenly, it&’s hard to remember they&’re pretending…HOW TO TAME A KINGRoyals in the HeadlinesBy Juliette HylandWhen Breanna steps in for her twin to become the king&’s convenient bride, she&’s confident of her plan to escape their arrangement. But her attraction to dutiful, guarded Sebastian throws a wrench into the works! Sebastian&’s only priority is to his people, but stunning Breanna challenges him to be both—a man and a king. Can she tame single-minded Sebastian, and show him there could be more to their royal marriage…?
Harlequin Historical June 2024 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Catherine Tinley Emily E Murdoch Lissa MorganStep back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection!This boxset includes:MISS ISOBEL AND THE PRINCEThe Triplet Orphansby Catherine TinleyGiven her meager dowry and lack of known parents, Isobel Lennox must use her only London season to make a sensible match. So why, oh why is she dazzled by the dashing, handsome Prince Claudio? She&’s not highborn enough to be his bride—and he&’s certainly not ready to marry. But one mesmerizing kiss later, neither can stay away from each other!MORE THAN A MATCH FOR THE EARLThe Wallflower Academyby Emily E K MurdochMarilla Newell refuses to play by society&’s rules for finding a husband. Not after her calamitous engagement to an awful earl. Living her life without sight makes it even harder to trust, so she&’s immediately wary of charming rogue Finlay—especially because he&’s an earl! Yet the more their worlds collide, the less Rilla can recall her objections, until she learns about his duty that threatens their fledgling flirtation…THE WARRIOR'S FORBIDDEN MAIDENThe Warriors of Walesby Lissa MorganSeven years ago, Llywelyn was ready to renounce everything to become a monk. But on the eve of his departure, he shared a forbidden night with his childhood sweetheart, Cristin. Then his world was turned upside down by the death of his brother…which left Llywelyn as his family&’s sole heir, duty bound to fight on the battlefield. Now a hardened warrior, he&’s reunited with Cristin. But will he return to his vocation…or remain with his love?
Land of No Regrets
by Sadi MuktadirA powerful, heart-wrenching story of four students who find hope and kinship amid the challenges of growing up at a harrowing Madrasa in rural Ontario Nabil is struggling to find his place at Al Haque Islamic Academy. Between the intense religious studies and new rules, he longs for his past life of baseball, video games, comic books and girls. When he stumbles upon Maaz and Nawaaz doing something they shouldn't, he quickly falls into their company and joins their misdeeds. Together with new transfer student and unruly class clown Farid, the group feels complete. One night, while exploring the Madrasa's hidden corners, the boys discover the diary of a student who lived on the grounds when it was an all-girls Catholic school. Her words connect them to a bygone era and inspire them to hatch a plot to escape. Their ultimate decision sends them hurtling down a path that will change their lives forever. Strikingly original, and as poignant as it is humorous, Land of No Regrets is a compassionate exploration of faith, friendship, identity and the true meaning of freedom.
Harlequin Heartwarming June 2024 Box Set: A Clean and Wholesome Romance
by Lisa Childs Cheryl Harper Sasha Summers Kit HawthorneHarlequin® Heartwarming celebrates wholesome, heartfelt relationships that focus on home, family, community and love. Experience all that and more with four new novels in one collection!This Harlequin Heartwarming box set includes:THE RANCHER&’S REUNIONBachelor Cowboysby New York Times bestselling author Lisa ChildsIf she confesses her secret, will he stay…Or run for good?Veterinarian Cash Cassidy and single mom Becca Calder have been each other&’s best friend through everything, including raising her young daughter, Hope. But Becca has been keeping a secret from Cash. Now he&’s insisting on truth from everyone in his life, and Becca knows she'll have to confess. Can Cash move past his old wounds and see that the loving family he desires has been there all along? THE RIGHT COWBOYThe Fortunes of Prospectby USA TODAY bestselling author Cheryl HarperIs she his enemyOr winning first place in his heart?When famous bronc rider Grant Armstrong stops to change journalist Mia Romero&’s flat tire, she feels like she&’s been gifted a lucky horseshoe. Grant is lying low to escape an impending scandal. But when the bright, funny city girl helps his Rocky Mountain hometown, he&’s tempted to confide everything. Will she move on once she has his secret, or could trusting her be the first step to forever?HOME TO HER COWBOYThe Cowboys of Garrison, Texasby USA TODAY bestselling author Sasha SummersAn awkward reunion…Or a new beginning?Divorced mom Eloise Green has a bit of history with Garrison&’s favorite cowboy, and everyone in the small Texas town knows it. There&’s simply no avoiding Mike Woodard, or the old wound she thought she&’d gotten over. And while he&’s great with her kids, Eloise knows better than to trust the irritatingly handsome cowboy…especially when she knows he has a knack for heartbreak. HILL COUNTRY HEROTruly Texasby Kit HawthorneShe&’s always loved him…But she&’s done waiting!Paralegal and historical author Annalisa Cavazos is finally cutting ties with her lifelong crush, Javi Mendoza—being friends is just too painful. But when Javi finds an artifact at his classic car shop that leads to a discovery for Annalisa&’s book, they&’re thrown together on a search that just might rewrite Lime Springs, Texas, history—and their feelings for each other.Look for 4 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Heartwarming!
Harlequin Special Edition June 2024 - Box Set 1 of 1
by Brenda Jackson Maisey Yates Makenna Lee Synithia WilliamsComing soon! Harlequin Special Edition June 2024 - Box Set 1 of 1 by Brenda Jackson\Maisey Yates\Makenna Lee\Synithia Williams will be available May 21, 2024.
A Gentleman from Japan: The Untold Story of an Incredible Journey from Asia to Queen Elizabeth’s Court
by Thomas LockleyAn incredible sea story that turns the Age of Exploration on its head, following the first Japanese man to set foot on North America and England. On November 12, 1588, five young Asian men—led by a twenty-one-year-old called Christopher—traveled up the River Thames to meet Queen Elizabeth I. Christopher&’s epic sea voyage had spanned from Japan, via the Philippines, New Spain (Mexico), Java and Southern Africa. On the way, he had already become the first recorded Japanese person in North America. Now Christopher was the first ever Japanese visitor to England, and no other would leave such a legacy for centuries to come. The story of Christopher is almost utterly forgotten and has never been fully told before.A Gentleman from Japan is a fast-paced, historical narrative of adventure, cross-cultural endeavor, intellectual exchange, perseverance, espionage and conflict in the Age of Exploration.
Love Inspired June 2024 Box Set - 2 of 2
by Lucy Bayer Lisa Carter Stacie StrongLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope.This box set includes: THEIR SECRET AMISH ARRANGEMENTby Lucy BayerWhen contractor Henry Barrett arrives in Hickory Hollow, his plans to renovate a house and mend the relationship with his estranged brother go awry. But a fake courtship with shy baker Clara Templeton might just solve both their problems. She&’ll help clean up the house and he&’ll teach her how to date. There&’s no risk of heartbreak since an Amish girl and an Englischer could never share real love…could they?FALLING FOR HER BEST FRIENDby Lisa CarterTen months ago, Mollie Drake agreed to marry her best friend, but only to care for his infant son. Now Colton Atkinson is back from his Army deployment to end their charade. Until their hometown surprises the newlyweds with a calendar of romance. From date nights to family dinners, soon the couple&’s marriage of convenience begins to feel real. But will they risk their friendship for a chance at love?SUNFLOWER FARMS REDEMPTIONby Stacie StrongAfter leaving home a decade ago, Jesse Cooper returns with one goal in mind: sell the family farm. But longtime manager Rose McFarland is not about to let the man who broke her heart risk her future. Working side by side for the Sunflower Festival, Rose sets out to prove Jesse can leave the property in her capable hands. But when forgiveness turns to love, will she convince him to stay?For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired June 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense June 2024 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Valerie Hansen Terri Reed Carol J. PostLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith.This box set includes: CHASING JUSTICE (A Mountain Country K-9 Unit novel)by USA TODAY bestselling author Valerie HansenWhile escorting a prison van transporting her ex-boyfriend who was wrongly convicted of murder, Deputy Selena Smith never expected the van to be violently forced off the road. But when she and Finn Donovan are attacked, Selena and her K-9 partner become his unlikely protectors. With gunmen closing in, they must hunt down the real killer. But will the truth free an innocent man…or make them the next victims?SHIELDING THE INNOCENT TARGETby Terri ReedAfter witnessing her boss&’s murder, Paige Walsh must trust Deputy US Marshal Lucas Cavendish to bring her to safety. But when a notorious assassin targets her and her son, Lucas&’s short-term assignment turns into a dangerous cross-country mission. For Paige to identify her boss&’s killer, Lucas must get the family into witness protection. Only the hitman knows their every move…and trusting the wrong person could get them killed.SEARCHING FOR EVIDENCE (A Canine Defense novel)by Carol J. PostK-9 Officer Jared Miles stumbles upon a crime scene on his day off and believes Kassie Ashbaugh is the victim of a random attack. However, as threats on her life continue, he realizes that Kassie is in grave danger. Her father's abandoned boat suggests foul play, and Jared suspects someone is after Kassie for something her missing father is hiding. Can Jared unravel the mystery before unknown enemies catch her?For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense June 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Harlequin Presents June 2024 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Caitlin Crews Tara Pammi Michelle Smart Bella MasonHarlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations.This box set includes:HER VENETIAN SECRETby USA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin CrewsPrim headmistress Beatrice hides her true self behind strict behaviour and a stricter dress code. Until she abandons her usual disguise and allows herself one intoxicating night with a stranger! Except now she&’s hiding the most scandalous secret of all…When billionaire Cesare Chiavari hired Beatrice to mind his half-sister for the summer, she accepts. Only to discover when she arrives at the palazzo that he&’s the mysterious Italian she shared one passionate night with! Worse still, while the heat between them still lingers, Cesare doesn&’t recognize her at all….TWINS TO TAME HIM (A The Powerful Skalas Twins novel)by Tara PammiGreek tycoon Sebastian spent three years searching for Laila Jaafri. Now she's appeared with bombshell news—her toddler twins are his! Could this be playboy Sebastian&’s wake-up call to step up and become the father he never had?There&’s just one problem: they hate each other! He&’s furious she hid his heirs; she&’s not convinced by his sudden wish to play happy families. When Laila refuses his marriage proposal, Sebastian dials up the charm, confident their explosive chemistry will convince her --only to realise his desire goes far beyond the physical…THE FORBIDDEN GREEK (A The Greek Groom Swap novel)by Michelle SmartThe last person Greek billionaire Leander Liassidis wants to see is Kate Hawkins. He even abandoned his convenient wedding to escape his forbidden attraction to her. She&’s infuriating, irresistible…and on the doorstep of his Californian mansion!Maid of Honor Kate knows she&’ll have her work cut out bringing Leander back to the altar. She doesn&’t expect the need blazing in his gaze—or the explosive connection it ignites! Kate knows that giving into their desire would be unforgivable. But could she ever forgive herself if she walked away from a bond this powerful?HIS CHOSEN QUEENby Bella MasonPlayboy Prince Vasili was never intended for the throne of Thalonia – and never wanted it! When tragedy promotes him to king, palace advisors insist he secures the line of succession. Vasili&’s choice of bride is his final act of rebellion…The palace librarian to marry His Majesty? Ridiculous, thinks Helia Demetriou. She finds solace in books, not ballgowns! Although becoming queen might help those growing up orphaned, as she did… Except with their first binding kiss, Helia realises her royal dilemma: she&’s wildly attracted to her strictly convenient king!For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents June 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2