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Doing Time: For the prison writers whose work is included in this anthology, it means more than "serving a sentence"; it means staying alive and sane, preserving dignity, reinventing oneself, and somehow retaining one's humanity. For the last quarter century the prestigious writers' organization PEN has sponsored a contest for writers behind bars to help prisoners face these challenges. The contest honors the best short stories, plays, essays, and poems among hundreds submitted annually by men and women nationwide.

Brought to you by Penguin. **WINNER OF THE ORANGE AWARD FOR NEW WRITERS** Discover the critically acclaimed debut from the Women’s Prize-shortlisted author of Ordinary People Identical twins, Georgia and Bessi Hunter, live in the loft of 26 Waifer Avenue. It is a place of beanbags, nectarines...

Afro-Brazilian filmmaker Ren is recovering from a romantic betrayal. Kayla is a Black British artist and journalist keen to make her mark. Thrown together during a string of interviews in New York for Ren's latest film, they’re struck by an irresistible attraction. The two surrender to one night of searing honesty and passion, which leaves them with more questions than answers about the future.

Chiara Franchesca Giovanni has spent her life protecting her family’s historic Vermont vineyard from debt, betrayal, and the dangerous reach of Aldo Marconi. When the business nears collapse, she turns to the one man she never expected to need—Troy Jackson, a former basketball star whose second career in finance is matched only by the strength of the family who raised him.

She thought she had lost everything. Turns out, she still has so much left to lose. In the aftermath of the raid in Ana, Dr. Raya Xander discovers that her life has changed dramatically. What seemed like a local criminal group is actually part of a larger international crime ring that’s...

An injured hitman finds himself depending on a stranger, and for Carter Reed, trust is not something he's willing to extend. Unfortunately, when it comes to McKenna Smith, Carter can either allow her to be his saving grace or risk losing something more precious than trust… his life. The stakes are high. A life is in danger, and Carter's ultimate decision could be his last.

Grandchildren are… laughter from ancient wells deep and serene who rise from spiritual places we have long forgotten since our entrance into this world… This place… This existence…

முதல் உலகப்போரின் ஆரம்பத்தில் சென்னை மீது குண்டு போட்ட எம்டன் எனும் ஜெர்மானிய போர்க்கப்பல், அதிக கால...

Un'incredibile storia cyberpunk dalla Nigeria futura, dove gli abitanti senza cittadinanza sono del tutto sacrificabili e per sopravvivere è necessario porre in atto soluzioni radicali. Un mix esplosivo tra gli scenari alla William Gisbon e l'azione alla Richard Morgan.

Rylan Douglas, a calf roper and assistant CFO for Henderson Ranch and Farms, finds himself in a predicament. He’s fallen in love with a woman eight years his junior. That wouldn’t be a problem if they were older. While she’s an adult, he’s still hesitant about pursuing her. He doesn’t want anyone to think he’s taking advantage of her, especially since she’s extremely trusting of him. Her intellectual disability makes her even more vulnerable. However, he can’t seem to move on because he knows his heart belongs to her.

Growing up on the cold, mean, inner-city streets of Baltimore is Netta, leader of an all-girl clique called the Pussy Pound. With no father and a dope fiend for a mother, Netta learns at an early age how to use her beauty and her body to get the things she wants: money, cars, and jewelry. Chasing the almighty dollar, she meets Black, a local drug dealer with a deep-seated hatred for New Yorkers who falls head over heels in love with her. With a broken heart, Black discovers that Netta is only after his money and seeks the ultimate revenge against her life.

Young textile designer Samantha Montgomery unexpectedly comes face-to-face with her one and only love, top tennis-pro Samuel King, for the first time since he dumped her on their high school prom night to take another female to dinner and the dance. Nine months later, Samuel and his new wife, Pamela, welcome their new son into their family. Can Samantha survive the accidental meeting when Samuel’s older brother, Quentin King, president of King Advertising, wants to pick up where his younger brother left off?

From a simple robbery gone horribly wrong to a grisly murder in a secret love dungeon, this stellar collection of crime fiction short stories showcases some of today's finest voices of color. Edited by Wall Street Journal best-selling author Abby L. Vandiver, this thrilling anthology will keep you on the edge of your seat. Includes "Midnight Escapade" by Jennifer Chow, "Lucky Thirteen" by Tracy Clark, "Murderers' Feast" by H.C. Chan, "In the Matter of Mabel and Bobby Jefferson" by Christopher Chambers, and many more.

Asher Kane Wilson is a man of many talents with football prioritized on the list. As a starting linebacker for the Carolina Cougars, he is not short of groupies, admirers, and fans. He never paid them too much mind, because he had more important things to worry about. What happens when one game, he meets his number one fan that he wouldn’t mind being a groupie for? When the opportunity arises to have her, will he run to the endzone, or will it be a flag on the play?

Garrison Daniels is on the run. After his failed attempt to murder his brother and overthrow his father as boss of The Enterprise Faction, his days are numbered. So, why was he in a mansion filled to the brim with his father’s deadliest associates? One word: Malina.