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When my chiseled-by-God boss calls me to his office, I think I'm about to get fired. But instead, CEO Bryce Hollis proposes. Marry him for six months, fix his playboy reputation so he won't lose his company, and collect a giant bag of cash. I'm game. How hard could it be? Answer: very. Because from the moment he kisses me at our fake wedding, I know my V-card won't last long. Neither will the wall I built around my heart. When two pink lines show up on the pregnancy test stick, I'm toast. Because I want more than just pretend from Bryce. I want him to love me—and our baby—for real.

“Careful there, Robbie.” My sweater obscured part of my sight, and my fogged-up glasses managed to take care of the rest of it, but I’d recognize that voice anywhere, even after eight long years. It was deeper now, a bit more gravelly, but it most definitely belonged to the guy I’d spent most of my early teenage years pining after. My first - and unrequited - love. “Troy?” I exclaimed, blinking my confusion as he helped pull my sweater the rest of the way off. Troy Jacobs' gorgeous lips twitched in amusement. “You remember me. Didn’t know if you would."

Do rock stars really live happily ever after? The men of Sinful Serenade may have found women who complete them, but love isn't always enough to make things last. Can Miles, Drew, Tom, and Pete make forever a reality? Or will the fans, the fame, and the grueling tour schedule prove too trying for marriage and family? Sinful Ever After is a sequel to the best-selling Sinful Serenade series.

In The History and Future of HBCUs, Professor Crystal R. Sanders and Professor Reginald Ellis take you back to the pre-Civil War origins of some of the earliest HBCUs and walk you through the complex history of these institutions. As you witness their growth - and the power struggles that often came with the fraught political and racial landscape of the US in the 19th and 20th centuries - you will meet some of the great minds they produced. Uncover the indelible mark they have left on American education, the fight for Black liberation, and the Civil Rights movement.

The Candy Man tells the haunting true story of Timothy O'Bryan's murder, the only confirmed case of poisoned Halloween candy. With deep empathy and rigorous research, Crystal Baynam lays bare the betrayal, the investigation, and the legacy that still haunts a nation.

Imagine if you will, an alternate reality... where women rose to dominate men, and survive by feeding off them, sexually. Jonathan Parker, a mild mannered normal guy, is about to take a fantastic journey to this place, where his every desire, and his worst nightmares, will collide.

Co-hosts Crystal, Tara, Karin, and Neoshia break down and react to romantic comedy police procedurals. Currently watching: The Mentalist, Lucifer, and Castle.

Jenny and her friends don't only share a love of music - the four girls have discovered they have magical powers passed down from their ancestors, and only they can fight back against the evil forces threatening to destroy their community! It's almost time for the Hindu festival of Holi - a...

Something is watching me. I can’t tell if it wants to hurt or protect me. Is the howling at night real or is my mind playing tricks on me? What about the flashes of white fur I see out of the corners of my eyes? And who is the beautiful, pale man haunting my dreams? As carnival performers, it’s always on to the next show. A tattooed sword swallower with an affinity for fire has gotten me all fired up. Connor not only doesn’t mind, but he’s encouraging the sparks to fly. My heart’s being pulled in multiple directions and somehow it actually feels right.

The dead are walking. The dead are screaming. The dead are killing. Opening the Necropolis of Wati was a mistake. Undead hordes are streaming from the tombs, causing terror in the streets. Zombies. Ghouls. Mummies. Soon the dead will outnumber the living. Valeros, Ezren, Harsk and Merisiel must find the Mask of the Forgotten Pharaoh. But can they trust anyone - including themselves?

Sheila Tulane is in love with the resort's pool boy, Teague Harmon, and will do anything to please him - even if it means murdering Guild member Sam Carstens. Meanwhile, Asadi doubts his position in the Guild when he is forced to violate his own personal code. Are his days with the Guild numbered?

After the brutal murder of his wife, Michael White is thrust into a world of unimaginable horrors. With no help from the local authorities, he embarks on a personal investigation that uncovers a chilling truth—vampires are real.

A new contemporary romance from the author of the Pines series. 

In a captivating realm where cinematic narratives enchant countless viewers, how can one harmonize their faith with the craft of filmmaking? The Wages of Cinema encourages a deep dive into this relationship, drawing upon the significant reflections of Dorothy L. Sayers defending the authenticity of art and truth's manifestation.

Each phase of the moon represents its journey on the path to full illumination. Each phase has equal importance, yet brings forth its own energy and purpose. You may be asking, “Why only THREE phases of the moon?” We are three women, sharing in mind and heart, our very separate but equal paths towards enlightenment. Discussing a wide range of topics, our goal is to create COMMUNITY CONSCIOUSNESS between ALL LEVELS of the spiral path – beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Since we all perceive things differently based on where we are at on the spiral, this can sometimes create separation...

Anyone who's been in a long-term relationship or marriage knows that there comes a time when the fire between you seems to burn out. But that's not true! Where there's love, there's passion, but life can sometimes get in the way. In this book, you'll learn how to re-ignite the fire of passion that's always been there and is ready to light up your life, again and again and again.

FindGemstone was founded by a passionate gemstone collector and jewelry designer to share the beauty and energy of healing crystals. Each crystal is handpicked, and our unique mineral jewelry reflects their essence. With a team of rockhounds, crystal healers, and feng shui experts, we curate exceptional jewelry, home decor, and specimens. Explore our crystals gemstone collection and bring the power of healing stones into your life. Visit: https://www.findgemstone.com/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Ben was the man I never forgot. Five years ago in Vegas, he left me with more than memories. I was pregnant. And I had no way to find him. Today, my family business is going under. Guess who shows up to buy it? Ben McCullough. Sleek and bossy. A blast from my dark past. He's not just investing in my bakery. He's bonding with my son. Wonder what happens when he discovers it's OUR son....

Weekly proven, practical advice, strategies, and tips for planning, creating, and growing a successful freelance instructional design business.

A Goodreads Most Anticipated Historical Fiction Book of Fall 2024 “A sinister romance and hypnotic Gothic fairytale—surreal and luscious with a fascinating twist on the story of Hades and Persephone.” —Jennifer Saint, bestselling author of Ariadne A woman with no past. A man who seems to...