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Abigail Bowen lost everything in a tragic fire. Mason Stillwell is about to lose his livelihood. What happens when a clueless matchmaker pairs these hard to please people together? Abigail’s whole world is destroyed when her parents die in a tragic house fire. All that remained was her fragile relationship with her younger sister. To keep her safe, Abigail travels out West to marry a man set up by a matchmaker, but when they arrive to find out she’s dead and her clueless grandson has taken over, Abigail's situation gets a whole lot worse. Mason Stillwell doesn’t have time to coddle a ...

Got a cheesy ex-boyfriend? A bat-crap crazy Bridezilla? Watch them get their just desserts! Some people think they're so much better than everyone else! Like no one else can compare to their beauty, brains, or elite status. So clearly everyone in the world; make that the universe owes these elite people their devotion and praise. And possibly their lunch money. Well this novel says nay-nay. You think you're better than everyone at work? Nope. You think you can steal my fiancée and get away with it? Nope. My money? Nope again. And you think you can give away my dog? No way dude! (spoiler ...

Betrayal. Bitter resentment. Unwavering loyalty. One man inspired all three... And expected nothing in return...he’d learned not to. Then, when time was more precious than anything money could buy, he wanted one thing for himself. Just one thing. It began all about him...or so he believed. And should have known better. He excelled at keeping his emotions carefully hidden. Then she became his everything. Nothing was the same... He’d do anything to protect her...anything.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for his acclaimed novel about North Korea, The Orphan Master’s Son, Adam Johnson is one of America’s most provocative and powerful authors. Critics have compared him to Kurt Vonnegut, David Mitchell, and George Saunders, but Johnson’s new book will only further his reputation as one of our most original writers. Subtly surreal, darkly comic, both hilarious and heartbreaking, Fortune Smiles is a major collection of stories that gives voice to the perspectives we don’t often hear, while offering something rare in fiction: a new way of looking at the world.

They had very little in common. Their lives couldn’t be more different. The paths they’d chosen veered in completely opposite direction of the other in more ways than could be counted. Yet each knew the ultimate and painful cost of loving. They both knew that would never change. But they share more than an undeniable common bond…one that brings them together to form an even stronger friendship when nothing else could. And it is that bond that brings them together in the effort to do all that they can for a young girl who like them struggles to find her way in the midst of overwhelming...

Set in the author’s native Belfast, the ten stories in Sweet Home lay bare the heartbreak and quiet tragedies that run under the surface of everyday lives. A lonely woman is fascinated by her niqab-wearing neighbours; a middle-aged teacher becomes obsessed with a young Gaelic football player; and an employer covers for his two employees caught having sex in a public toilet.

The Against All Odds series is a romantic comedy saga with lots of humor and some angst.

Featuring many of the beloved characters from Sylvia Price’s bestseller, The Christmas Arrival, as well as a new cast of characters, Amish Love Through the Seasons centers around a group of teenagers as they find friendship, love, and hope in the midst of trials. Tragedy strikes a small Amish community outside of Erie, Pennsylvania when Isaiah Fisher, a widower and father of three, is involved in a serious accident. When his family is left scrambling to pick up the pieces, the community unites to help the single father, but the hospital bills keep piling up. How will the family manage?...

Featuring many of the beloved characters from Sylvia Price’s bestseller, The Christmas Arrival, as well as a new cast of characters, Amish Love Through the Seasons centers around a group of teenagers as they find friendship, love, and hope in the midst of trials. Tragedy strikes a small Amish community outside of Erie, Pennsylvania when Isaiah Fisher, a widower and father of three, is involved in a serious accident. When his family is left scrambling to pick up the pieces, the community unites to help the single father, but the hospital bills keep piling up. How will the family manage?...

Connie Parrish has lovingly cared for her disabled son Kieran for 23 years. Kieran remains in a vegetative state, unable to communicate with his mother or his estranged father. When by chance Connie meets spiritualist healer Mike Duvale, Mike is convinced that he could help Kieran. However, Connie doubts that spiritual healing could work after Kieran had already failed to respond to years of conventional medical treatments. As far as she is concerned, miracles simply do not happen.

Eleven year-old Simon Schreiner has quite an eye for bargains. On this particular day when he goes shopping with his mother, his grandmother, and his sister Maryanne, he gets a little more than he bargained for when he is caught changing the prices on his little goodies. But the main question here that begs to be answered is this: Will Mrs. Schreiner still be in the mood for one of those cool minty shakes after what happens? Find out in this quaint little short story by Timothy Patrick Kirby, which can also be found in his collection of 20 stories, MAD WORLD. Available online at Amazon, ...

They say money can’t buy love. But what about fame? Ever since rock legend Ziggy Barnes died in a fiery plane crash, his family members have been struggling to put their lives back together and find love. Fans of reality TV and family dramas will love these three steamy romance novels.

Five tales which range from the jungles of India to the frozen emptiness of the North... In all of them, Kipling's extraordinary powers of description and ability to identify with human aspiration and animal survival are vividly shown. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi must battle with Nag, the cobra, in his territory; Toomai has a unique glimpse of the elephant world, Kotick, the White Seal, searches for sanctuary, while Kotuko has to find food for his starving Eskimo village. Above all, Kipling's love of life in all its variety shines through.

Dive into the heart of an Australian Christmas with A Perfectly Imperfect Christmas, a touching collection of four magical realism stories that explore the nuances of family, tradition, and the beauty of imperfection. Follow Marjorie, a grandmother grappling with the weight of familial expectations as she seeks to redefine Christmas for her daughter and granddaughter. Discover Olivia, a young girl navigating the transition from childhood wonder to the realities of growing up, while encouraging her mother to reclaim her lost creative spark. Journey alongside Sarah, a single mom finding ...

*** Amazon #1 Best Selling Author *** The Wellington family is ready for another sun-kissed summer at their treasured beachside cottage. That is until the family's world is turned upside down following the unexpected death of the father, Benjamin. Things seem to go from bad to worse for his widow, Bethany and three young children when they find out their beloved second home no longer belongs to them. The Seahorse Cottage, located on the beautiful shores of Cape May, had been in the Wellington family for generations. But unknown to Bethany, her late husband had lost the cottage as a result ...

Grab the Thrilling Finale: Three-Novel Collection #2! Will the hotel rise from the ashes, or will their island dreams be shattered forever? Don’t miss the breathtaking wrap-up to this thrilling saga!In this heart-pounding conclusion, join Teresa, Cindy, and Alexandra as they find themselves head over heels in danger and in love with handsome billionaires. The mysterious saboteur behind the hotel's troubles is finally revealed—but at what cost? With the hotel project in peril, lives and loves hang in the balance. Will the women revive the hotel and stay alive to see their dreams come ...

Book #5, Summer Mischief, returns us to the Puhi family compound, where the shapeshifting children are in summer recess from school. They are now forced to deal with other family members and children who are not shapeshifters. A curious cousin creates havoc for the family in his quest to learn the shapeshifting secrets. The family reconnects with an ancient friend who lives in their river. Our birds of prey, Hoku and Malia, display their versatile talents by keeping birds from the family mango orchard and finding a lost hiker. The following is an excerpt from the book: At the break of dawn,...

Trapped in the clutches of a Zombie apocalypse, the City of Chicago, the murder capital of the U.S., unleashes the ultimate weapon, capitalism, by paying $1,000 for every Re-Killed Zombie brought to city hall, ushering in "The Great Zombie Gold Rush". Zombies never have a chance in a world where people realize 75 Zombies pays off their student loans, 40 Zombies buys them a Tesla, 5 Zombies wipes out their Visa debt...

Carrie Peters has one big problem and a bunch of little ones. Her big problem’s name is Aunt Celia, who’s stealing Carrie’s money. She's taken Carrie in after her parents die, but feeds her only scraps and makes her turn over all her waitressing tips. Then there’s Wes, Carrie’s forever love, who leaves for school and abruptly ghosts her. All Carrie has is the Calico Diner and its customers for refuge and care. What she doesn’t yet know is that the Calico Diner will one day be her salvation.

Drea hoped to only see her tiny tourist town in her rear view mirror, but now she’s back to take over the family store. Grandpa insisted and no one says no to Grandpa. When a newcomer arrives in town, Drea is immediately smitten. She knows her old high school friend has a crush on her, but she only has eyes for the mysterious stranger. Just one problem – he’s a bit too mysterious.