Showing results for "Power" in Literature & Fiction

Sander Fiala, Duke of Roses, is fourth in line to the South Abarran throne, even though his rogue power earned him the nickname “The Monster of Roses” and got him banished from the castle. But right before he’s about to set off on his annual birthday sailing trip, the queen asks him to meet with the notoriously volatile North Abarran Duke of Arles. Tarik Jaso, Duke of Arles, expects the worst from people. So when he’s attacked and wakes up in the cabin of a stranded boat, he knows he’s royally screwed. Because the man looming over him is the infamous Monster of Roses.

Kirby “Packy” Paquette used to be my teammate, roommate, and best friend. But everything fell apart when he slept with my ex-girlfriend. Just as we were about to start our professional hockey careers, our friendship exploded into bitter fights, damaged reputations, and a seven-year rivalry.

It’s not a real case, he’s not my boyfriend, and we aren’t partners. Three lies I told myself for survival. After ten months of shamefully stalking and showing up randomly on Tallus’s doorstep at midnight (for reasons), the sinfully hot records clerk decided he’d had enough of my games. In fact, he went out of his way to bring me the most ridiculous case (it was not a case) on the planet as an excuse to push me over the line (he wanted a date). Our arrangement (hooking up) didn’t suit him any longer. Could I say no? Of course not (this was Tallus).

Sivney is determined to take his sweet time to get to know his new lovers, Naran and Lev. After all, they each brought quite a bit of baggage into their relationship, and figuring out how they fit together is not easy. But Lev can’t wait until Sivney is ready for more. He needs Sivney and Naran to take care of him now. Preferably, like, yesterday. Will Sivney step up when Lev needs more than he’s willing to give initially? The pack as a whole has bigger worries.

Behind the glitz and glamour, a secret romance could bring everything crashing down. A passionate forbidden romance where high-stakes tension is woven with an irresistible mix of secret passion, fierce ambition, and high-pressure media drama. Ice queen PR executive Marcia Stevenson is tasked...

Jack Alston, Lord Hawthorn, would love a nice, safe, comfortable life. After the death of his twin sister, he thought he was done with magic for good. But with the threat of a dangerous ritual hanging over every magician in Britain, he’s drawn reluctantly back into that world. Now Jack is living in a bizarre puzzle-box of a magical London townhouse, helping an unlikely group of friends track down the final piece of the Last Contract before their enemies can do the same. And to make matters worse, they need the help of writer and thief Alan Ross.

They must face a dangerous stalker before they can have their Hollywood ending.... After a few cinematic bombs lower his box-office appeal, actor Adrien Fury wants Harrison Langford to bring his career back to superstar status. And if he could ever get him alone, he'd also love to know more about his mysterious and handsome agent. Harry has loved Adrien for years, but has never revealed his feelings. When increasingly disturbing letters show up at his agency threatening horrible things against the man he loves, Harry vows to protect Adrien at all costs.

Now an Academy Award-winning Netflix film by Jane Campion, starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Kirsten Dunst: Thomas Savage's acclaimed Western is "a pitch-perfect evocation of time and place" (Boston Globe) for fans of East of Eden and Brokeback Mountain. Set in the wide-open spaces of the...

A celebration and testament to the tenacity of life on the margins, brilliantly illuminating Black and queer experience. In this collection, a jubilant testimony to the joys and hardships of the Black queer experience, poet Nicholas Goodly explores language that venerates the saints of their...

Can a pickup line from a stranger completely change the way an ordinary man sees himself? Adrian wouldn't have thought so, but after an ugly breakup where his self-esteem took a serious beating, he's willing to try just about anything to repair the damage...even return to a secluded bar in rural Maryland and the intriguing stranger whose words have been on his mind since they met.

Women know the power they hold in between their legs. It could make you sane or send you insane and over the edge. Saroya Jay and Asjalynn have been friends since their college days. Their friendship enters the world of toxicity when they add sex to the menu. Will these two friends lick more than they can swallow? Jermaine has a past that may prevent him from having true love. His baby mother is where he continues to venture. When he meets Asjalynn, he tries to quiet the beast inside. Will his secrets be uncovered?

Time is our greatest currency but Mayor James doesn't see it that way as his and his team's thirst for power and control gets worse day by day. His push for the construction of a police training facility in Sinville rings the alarm for Fred, Kat, local organizers and activists to resist against it's existence. Unfortunately for them Mayor James has recruited her rival Alex and the damage that he's looking to do the grass roots movement won't only be detrimental to Kat and her comrades but to future organizers and activist in Sinville as well.

Will Sutherland hasn't been home to see his parents in four years - not since they reacted badly when he came out. This Christmas, he’s finally worked up the courage to go home, where he's surprised to find they've taken in a boarder. Ryan Bennett is just a couple years younger than Will, cute, sweet... and openly gay. As Will deals with his jealousy of the man who's been receiving the love and acceptance he was denied, Ryan finds himself falling for Will's brooding good looks.

In the tradition of Rupi Kaur, Lang Leav, Atticus, and Nikita Gill, The Echo Within is a lyrical exploration of self-discovery, healing, and inner wisdom. Through 170 beautifully woven poems, this collection invites you to pause, reflect, and embrace the quiet truths that shape our lives.

Sola doubted her instincts after her best friend and partner on the Shields security team, Aarav, acted for months like the attraction between them didn’t exist. One wild night on their boss’s private jet proves she was spot on even if she has no idea where their relationship will go from there.

Though they're each on the hunt for the perfect presents for their loved ones, they soon realize the gifts they give each other day in and day out are the most valuable sort. Spending time together and sharing their passions - not only for sexy ménages in every variation - has helped them thrive despite life's ups and downs.