Two little girls stand with their heads bowed in my living room. I’m told they’re my granddaughters. Daisy is nine, and Alice seven. Daisy is the spitting image of her mother. This is the first time I’ve met them since my daughter and I fell out after she married that waste of space, Vince. They’ve come to live with me because their mother — my daughter — was murdered. In her own home while they slept close by. I think Vince killed her. But the police can’t prove it. I’ve always known he was no good. He treated my daughter like dirt. I said he’d cheat on her — but she wouldn’t listen.

Lucas knows the perfect night entails just three things: video games, wine, and pad thai. Peanuts are a must! Other people? Not so much. Why complicate things when he’s happy alone? Then one day the apartment board, a vexing trio of authority, rings his doorbell. And Lucas’s solitude takes a startling hike. They demand to see his frying pan. Someone left one next to the recycling room overnight, and instead of removing the errant object, as Lucas suggests, they insist on finding the guilty party. But their plan backfires. Colossally.

It’s 1984, and life has changed beyond recognition. Airstrip One, formerly known as Great Britain, is a place where Big Brother is always watching, and nobody can hide. Except, perhaps, for Winston Smith. Whilst working at the Ministry of Truth, rewriting history, he secretly dreams of freedom. And in a world where love and sex are forbidden, where it’s hard to distinguish between friend and foe, he meets Julia and O’Brien and vows to rebel.

Who is Audrey Hoedemaker? It's a question her sister Maureen has heard more times than she can count, and she doesn't know what the short answer would be. Little sister, troubled teen, backpacker, musical theatre coach, con artist, childcare worker. Murderer. A tragic, traumatic childhood casts a long shadow on the Hoedemaker sisters. Maureen has worked hard to move beyond the violence of the past and build a good, honest life for herself. Audrey, however, just can't seem to do the same, careening from one state of chaos to another.

When mystery author D. B. Ziegler is late delivering her book, Abi Schore steps in to help. Surely she can give her favorite author moral support over the holiday break and get the manuscript to her boss at Tea & Sympathy Publishing in time for the new year. When Abi shows up on Ms. Ziegler’s doorstep bearing holiday treats, she’s met by the author’s handsome grandson Dov, who reveals a startling plot twist. His grandmother isn’t able to finish the book and Dov promised he’d complete it so fans won’t be disappointed—a task that’s harder than he ever imagined.

My fiancé brought me tea and scrambled eggs in bed that morning, and we snuggled together, talking about buying our rings, and about our perfect wedding next year. Then we headed into town. He held my hand and gazed at the ring I liked best, a smile spreading slowly over his face. Then a glass of bubbly to celebrate. I felt flushed, excited and ready for the rest of my life with the man I loved. We race to get on the train home. It screams to a halt and I run towards its open doors. Made it. I think he’s right behind me — but when I turn around, he’s gone.

Johnnie Rico never really intended to join up—and definitely not the infantry. But now that he’s in the thick of it, trying to get through combat training harder than anything he could have imagined, he knows everyone in his unit is one bad move away from buying the farm in the interstellar war the Terran Federation is waging against the Arachnids. Because everyone in the Mobile Infantry fights. And if the training doesn’t kill you, the Bugs are more than ready to finish the job.

As Charly struggles to recover from her brain injury, she begins to realize that the events of that fateful night are trapped in the damaged right side of her brain. Now, she must put the jigsaw pieces together to discover the identity of the man who tried to kill her...before he finishes the job he started.

When Heather McKinley dreamed of becoming a doctor, she imagined curing sick kids and sporting pink stethoscopes. She never anticipated the sleepless nights, grueling exams, and endless labs. And she certainly never knew that her medical school earned the nickname Dead Med thanks to the tragic history of students overdosing on illegal drugs. But Heather would never consider doing anything like that. That is, until her longtime boyfriend dumps her, she finds herself failing anatomy, and her world starts to crumble.

Academy Award nominee Rachel McAdams stars in Mary Jane, a poignant and intimate drama following a single mother’s journey caring for her chronically ill young son. Set in New York City, the play unfolds in two parts—Mary Jane's small Queens apartment and a pediatric hospital. With unflinching honesty and unexpected humor, we witness Mary Jane's tireless devotion, her interactions with medical professionals, and her struggle to maintain her sense of self.

I’m pregnant, torn between obligation to family and a new love. Valentine is a charismatic alpha male who leads California's largest Mafia syndicate. I'm the rebellious daughter of his biggest rival, Dante. Sneaking out to a party, I have a brief, intimate encounter with Valentine before rushing home. Valentine, not knowing who I am, searches for me but, frustrated, resolves to forget me and focus on his work—taking over Dante’s territory. My father arranges a marriage for me, leveraging my dream of dance school to force me into spying on my intended—Valentine. As I resist, my ...

He broke my heart eight years ago when he left me pregnant. Now he’s back as my billionaire bosshole. And I’m his fake girlfriend with a secret bigger than his. The grump took over my family’s resort. After all these years he’s back. And…yeah he’s still my type, Tall, dark and handsome, with abs that put Greek gods to shame. One look is all it takes and he has me against a wall in a public bathroom begging for more. Against all reason I agreed to be his fake girlfriend for a week, Then he’d leave me and my family’s resort alone. But with each stolen glance mends my heart. ...

My exes' emerald eyes pierce my soul, but there's no recognition in them. "Who are you?" she asks, and my world crumbles. I'm Chandler Bishop, a man who has everything—except the one thing money can't buy. After years of searching, I've found Tanya—my lost love— living a simple life in a small-town. But she remembers nothing of our lavish lifestyle... or of me. Then I see her: a little girl with my eyes. My world tilts on its axis. The love of my life doesn't remember me or the fact that I'm her baby’s daddy. The spark between us is undeniable, fueling my resolve to win back what ...

I’ve always gotten what I wanted—by force if necessary. Five years ago, I took Valentina’s virginity and left her behind, never looking back. She was just a means to an end, or so I thought. Now, our families are forcing us into an arranged marriage, and I’ll finally make her mine. But Valentina’s hiding more than just her defiance. There’s a secret she’s kept—a child I never knew existed. When I find out she’s pregnant again, my world shifts. For the first time, I want something more than power. I want her and the family she’s kept from me, and I’ll do whatever it ...

He's the Black Knight of Wall Street. She never forgot her first crush. Can her tender heart remind him he once believed in love? Zach Lowe lives his life without relationships in business and personally. Getting involved doesn’t work well when you’re a corporate raider. . Ellora Duvall, the sweet kid who crushed on him in high school, waltzes into the business world with the same wide-eyed innocence she had in chemistry class. He hadn’t expected her to affect him the way she did, but he’s in control. Long-term relationships are not his thing. She’ll understand. He should, too. As...

One Night of Passion, No Future... Until My One-Night Stand Became My Boss. The moment I locked eyes with him, I was lost. His piercing emerald gaze, that intoxicating scent—it was like he owned every breath I took. One night was all it was supposed to be. One night of reckless passion with a man too gorgeous, too dangerous to resist. He’s everything I shouldn’t want. A single dad with baggage... Jackpot or disaster waiting to happen? Then my dream job came along—perfect in every way, too good to be true. Except the boss? None other than Mr. Billionaire-One-Night-Stand himself. And ...

Meet my billionaire boss—a dominant alpha man with a smug grin that drives me insane. But I want to slap that smug grin off his face. He's billionaire royalty, and his empire is on the brink of collapse. I’m his receptionist, secretly harboring fashion dreams. Determined to save my boss’s failing empire. When I design a dazzling swimsuit that could resurrect his brand. It catches his eye… along with my curvy assets. In the office, he’s cold as ice. But behind closed doors, sparks ignite. He’s the ultimate forbidden temptation, completely off-limits. We fall for each other and ...

I never expect to see my billionaire ex again— the father of my child, a guarded secret for years. Six years ago, Bryan Knight offered an irresistible deal: play his girlfriend, secure his inheritance, and he’d fund my law school dreams. His chiseled jawline and magnetic charm made the charade dangerously easy. Our pretense soon turned passionate, leaving me with a secret he doesn’t know. But fate has other plans. Bryan needs my legal skills to defend his medical reputation. I need this win for my career. But working side-by-side is torture. His piercing hazel eyes still tempt me to ...

Bestselling authors Candace Ayers and Kym Dillon bring you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Welcome to Mystic Hollow where wildest dreams (trust me, they do get wild) come true. I prefer books to people. For the others, the BfB program is a roaring success (pun intended). The only woman who captured my heart...chose my friend instead! Yeah, I'll stick with books. But when I receive a proposal, the logic is evident. No love involved. She'll gain stability and security. I'll gain a wife and possibly cubs. Win-win, correct? Incorrect. ...

In the arms of a small-town single dad, my fresh start unraveled into a web of lies. Fleeing my controlling parents I moved to a small town, eager to live life on my own terms. Then Carson happened—strong hands, captivating eyes, and desires I never saw coming. He makes my knees weak and has me thinking thoughts that make my panties wet. What began as a refuge became complicated as the lies I wove threatened to unravel everything. Just as our connection deepened, my nosy cousin resurfaces, casting shadows over our love. The chance to confess slipped through my fingers, trapping me in a ...

A best-selling author of more than 25 historical romances, Jane Feather boasts more than 10 million copies of her books in print. Rushed to the Altar kicks off a new trilogy in high style. In order to inherit a fortune, Jasper Sullivan, Earl of Blackwater, must rescue a “fallen woman.” So when a lady of the night attempts to pick his pocket, he makes a daring proposal. Everything seems to have dropped into place for Jasper—but he may have made a colossal blunder.

When a sunny runaway bride becomes nanny to a grumpy cowboy's son, she must melt his hardened heart and prove that love is worth the risk—even as his past threatens their chance at happiness. Max's gruff exterior and Bronwyn's bright optimism clash even as their undeniable chemistry sizzles. But when Max's ex returns and old wounds reopen, he pushes Bronwyn away, convinced he's not worthy of her love. Bronwyn must prove to Max that he deserves happiness and fight for their chance at forever. Can Bronwyn's warmth melt Max's hardened heart and help him trust in love again?Firefly Ridge ...

When I'm targeted for a crime, I turn to a bodyguard for help. I did not expect to fall for him. Someone tried to ruin my freakin’ life! I need protection, and fast. Enter Tony Bonetti: He’s intense, sexy as sin and my only hope. He rubs me the wrong way without even trying. I question if he's the right man for the job. But when I witness his tender moments with his daughter, I glimpse the protector beneath the grumpy exterior. He moves in with me as my pretend boyfriend, his vulnerability is exposed and we are drawn closer. When we find ourselves in a steamy dance club, every brush of ...

I got caught by Paparazzi kissing a famous fashion designer who is also my dad's best friend. He's smoking hot but he's old enough to be my father and we don't get along. He's a known womanizer and I can't stand the way he still treats me like a little girl. It's been seven years since I've seen him and I can tell he's flustered by how my body has matured. A break-up lands me at the bar drowning my sorrows and an offered ride home ends with an impulsive kiss. As the tension grows between us, so does the desire and soon we are caught up in a veil of secrecy. A plumbing disaster has me ...

JACK: Who's the stunning siren with the killer curves? Damn… I’m stuck guarding Layla Thorne, rock star diva and the ultimate forbidden fruit. She’s a hurricane in heels, so why am I aching to get caught in her storm? Day one, she ditches me. Mobbed by fans—rookie move, sweetheart. She’s a wildcat in leather, I’m a soldier in chaos. Her fiery spirit’s a dangerous aphrodisiac. Why can’t I stop thinking about those lips? Protecting her just got primal. How do I keep my distance when all I want is to claim her? LAYLA: Who’s the broad-shouldered brooding hunk with the piercing...