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When a hardworking farm manager clashes with a billionaire intent on selling her beloved land, sparks fly in more ways than one. Amara Taylor has poured her heart and soul into Harper Farms, transforming it into a thriving, sustainable haven for her small-town community. It’s not just a job—it’s her home, her legacy. So when Kevin Harper, the enigmatic billionaire owner, suddenly arrives with plans to sell the land to developers, Amara is ready to fight for everything she holds dear. Kevin sees Harper Farms as just another asset in his vast portfolio, a deal waiting to be closed. But ...

Tessa I should’ve known better than to take a job at Fauleic Cosmetics. The second I met Cole Hartman — cold, ruthless, way too hot for his own good — I realized I wasn’t hired for my brains. He looked at me like I already belonged to him. Like he could see through everything — straight to the soft, curvy girl underneath. And he wanted it all. It started with a contract. Strict rules. Private research: a little...milky collection work on the side. Nothing I couldn’t handle. But Cole doesn’t just want me to follow the contract. He wants surrender. He wants to every inch of me ...

My scorching one-night stand is my off-limits billionaire boss… and my baby daddy. Liam Matthews is the infuriatingly sexy CFO, and he has no idea he’s about to be a father. Every smoldering glance makes it harder to keep the growing secret inside me. As the queen of PR, I can handle any crisis—except this one. Telling him could unravel my carefully built life, but staying silent gets riskier every day.With secrets ready to explode and small-town gossip threatening both our careers, the last thing I need is to fall for the man who complicates everything. Each encounter fans the flames...

YOUR BUSINESS IS LOSING MONEY RIGHT NOW...a lot of money, due to GRIEF’S INFLUENCE in your workplace. And this can only happen for one or more of a few reasons:~ You mistakenly believe that grief has no impact on your business ~ You just ignore it, because facing mortality is uncomfortable ~ You believe outsourcing it to an EAP will fix an emotionally troubled employee ~ You are unwisely indifferent to your most valuable assets outside the job Were you aware that even before the devastating impacts of COVID, available studies show: American Businesses Lose Over $100 Billion in Revenue ...

HER BOSSY GRUMPY BILLIONAIRE This was supposed to be my dream job. But my new boss seems determined to make it a nightmare. Landing the top job at Maddox Real Estate is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to my career. I know I’ve earned it, so nothing is going to stop me from making it a success. Not even Victor Maddox himself. He can clear everyone from his path with that grumpy scowl. Everyone, that is, except the single most important person in Victor’s life—his daughter. But I don’t give up so easily. I know that I can make him appreciate my assets for the job....

When Lisa Marsh reluctantly agrees to serve Thanksgiving dinner at the local community center, she’s not prepared for the chaos that ensues. Between the lively teenagers, fiercely independent veterans, eccentric seniors, and one particularly gruff homeless man named Pete, the evening spirals into a disaster. But when her best friend dares her to do more, Lisa accepts the challenge: she’s going to help Pete turn his life around—whether he likes it or not. Her plan? Simple: clean him up (starting with a shave), find him a job, and make him respectable. Pete, however, has no interest in ...

Never fall in love when it's supposed to be just for fun… It’s the day before my brother’s wedding in Dunedin, in the South Island of New Zealand. It’s also the last day of my studies before I qualify as a veterinarian. At last, I can put aside my ditzy image and be the sophisticated career woman I’ve always wanted to be. Except I don’t notice my watch has stopped, and I miss my flight. Luckily, Ryan misses the plane too. He suggests we take a road trip to Dunedin, and I jump at the chance to spend a cozy couple of days with him. I’ve had a crush on him for years. When I ...

He's the leader she can't resist, and the friend she's secretly loved for years. When duty calls, will they finally risk it all? Fire Chief Reese Carpenter—leader, teacher, mentor, and relentless jokester. He’s always the steady hand in their chaotic firehouse, keeping everyone grounded even when the heat’s on. But when a crisis shatters his carefully controlled world, it’s Eileen he turns to for support. Paramedic Eileen Ballantine had heard plenty of stories about the elusive fire chief, but meeting Reese in the flesh is a surprise. With lives on the line, she expects discipline ...

He couldn't envision his happily ever after, she showed him they don't all look the same. Noah’s nightmares haunt his days. If he doesn’t want to give an unsuspecting wife a midnight glimpse of combat, he should probably make sure to never ever get one. He buries himself in his construction company and closes the door on love forever. Molly shatters a sculpture—and with it, her dreams of impressing the only gallery owner in this small town. But through the fog of humiliation emerges a business opportunity with one of the town’s favorite sons, a veteran universally lauded a hero for ...

Transforming Workplace Culture from the Inside Out: A Guide for Leaders In Transforming Workplace Culture from the Inside Out, Nicole reveals the powerful connection between personal well-being and organizational success. This practical guide is designed for leaders who are ready to make lasting changes in their workplace culture by first addressing their own mental and emotional health. Through her Inside-Out approach, Nicole teaches leaders how to detox from personal mental and emotional toxins, leading to healthier relationships, better communication, and a more engaged and motivated ...

Adam hires his neighbor Mildred's granddaughter as his personal assistant for the summer without even meeting her. He feels bad for the elderly woman, and she'll just keep badgering him about it anyway, so he gives in. As a secluded writer, he really doesn't require her services, and finds himself dreading it. And then he meets Lily, and is magnetized by her youthful energy and effortless beauty. There's a certain twinkle in her eye when she looks at him, and the tension is immediate. He does a complete 180. Maybe he could use an assistant after all... Personal Assistant involves an age gap...

A sticky sweet and steamy instalove story. Sophie As a fashion photographer I have two rules: Don’t ogle the male models, and never, ever, ever sleep with them. But when I meet Dylan, I’m in danger of throwing away the rule book. I’ve worked with plenty of models, but none have melted the lens like this gentle giant with the kind of arms that could pin a girl down. I’m sure we’ve got a connection, but all models are players. Everyone knows that. Can I maintain my professionalism, or will I break my own rules for one night with Dylan? Dylan Modeling looks like the dream job from ...

Never fall in love with your knight in shining armor… Even though he can’t step foot out of his house, Noah King’s sole purpose in life is to help people. He created the Ark as a sanctuary for animals and people alike, and it’s not surprising that when I’m at my lowest ebb, he’s the one who rides in on his white horse and rescues me. But now I’m in a terrible dilemma. Since his wife died giving birth to their baby – who also died – Noah’s been a recluse. The last thing he needs in his life is a woman who’s eight months pregnant, alone, and homeless. Of course he’s ...

The Growth Lab gives us another practical and encouraging guide aimed at people first, and organisation a close second. Discover the power of personal strengths and how they can transform your career in our latest book, "Strengths in the Workplace." This comprehensive guide will help you identify your unique strengths and leverage them to achieve success in your professional life. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting out in your career, this book will show you how to set goals that align with your strengths, overcome challenges with creativity and courage, and build ...

Ugly Ronney has more than 2 millions reads on Wattpad Ronney is an introverted, young woman with a disgraceful appearance. She lives humbly in one of the poorest neighborhoods of Sheryl Valley, a town corrupted by the mafia in Southern California. Life there is often difficult for its inhabitants because of crime and widespread corruption. Yeraz is the son of one of America's most brutal crime bosses. He is expected to succeed his father, who was murdered four years ago, and take over the reins of the kingdom within the next six months. However, his mother, Camilia, an influential ...

Swearing off love was easy. Then two men and one dating pact complicated everything. After one too many heartbreaks (and one stolen-shoes incident I’m still not over), I made a pact with my friends: the next guy I date, I marry. Cute in theory. Terrifying in practice. Especially when Marcus Hann strolls into the Cozy Cottage Café looking like every swoony book boyfriend rolled into one. Handsome, charming, and so into me it’s almost suspicious. Obviously, he’s my Last First Date. I mean, fate, right? Except my well-meaning friends already picked someone for me. Josh Bentley, the pun-...

Mia Sanchez is a school counselor haunted by the loss of a student. The pain forcing her to leave her job and city in search of a new start. A small town sounded like a good idea at the time. However, Mia didn’t count on meeting Nikki Reed, Greenville High School’s Softball Coach. Nikki attempts to recruit Mia as the new Athletic Counselor, despite her constant resistance. The growing attraction is met with hostility at every bend. Every time she gets close, the world blows up in Nikki's face. Butting heads every step of the way, the women have to work together to help save the life of ...

When the end of the world is just another Tuesday... In the battle between destiny and disaster, sometimes all it takes is a reluctant hero with zero qualifications and even less enthusiasm. Meet Grongol, a goose with the extraordinary power to bring about Armageddon - if he ever lays that final, fateful egg. Follow his unwitting companion Pibblestone McTavish as he flees mayonnaise-obsessed villains and chicken cultists while accidentally preventing doomsday. Journey alongside Snarksteel the Insufferable, a sentient sword with three centuries of watching heroes die stupidly while ignoring ...

(Previously published as "Maybe Baby.") “That was definitely hot,” I said, propping myself up on an elbow to look at him, “going all ‘Christian Grey’ on me like that.” "Who?" he asked, totally clueless... I wasn't prepared for what was in store for me when I took a summer position at Sinclair Stables before my junior year of college. After all, it could only help with my chosen field of equine studies, right? My first encounter with Trey Sinclair wasn't a pleasant one to say the least. I didn't realize he was taking time away from his law firm in Atlanta to oversee his family's ...

Did you know that Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a better predictor of success than IQ? You can have all the skills and smarts, but if you aren’t great with people, your personal and professional life will always fall short of your expectations. In every sector, from teaching to manufacturing to law enforcement, brains and brawn no longer cut it. The ability to interact well with others—peers, subordinates, and clients—is what makes candidates highly desirable in today’s competitive market. Improving your EI is not about sitting in a circle and singing kumbaya. It’s about becoming...