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Will his daring bargain keep her close—or push her away forever? Helen Gray arrives in London with a Boston-built clipper and a courageous plan—racing to China for the first tea of the season, breaking speed records and earning a fortune. All Helen wants is her freedom, not the glory, but first she needs a shipload of silver to fund her venture. Alas, no one will negotiate with a woman, especially an American whose wickedly fast ship will scandalize the British fleet. No one except… Nicholas Irons, born Nikolaos Sideris, a man who defied tradition to forge his own destiny. He’s ...

Have you ever felt stuck, held back by fear, self-doubt, or uncertainty about where to begin? Take the First Step is your guide to breaking free, building unstoppable momentum, and achieving the goals that matter most.

It is Chu's first day of school. Chu is nervous. He hopes the other boys and girls will be nice. Will they like him? What will happen at school today? Will Chu do what Chu does best?

Ready to discover the father you're meant to be? This audiobook unveils the essential insights for the modern dad, guiding you to be the hero your child looks up to. Embrace the journey of fatherhood with the wisdom and tools to navigate its challenges and joys. Many new dads feel they're stepping into the unknown. This guide is your compass, offering not just practical advice but the deeper understanding necessary to thrive in this role.

He broke her heart once. Can he convince her to give him one more chance? Ten years ago, Seth left Wavebreak—and Marisol—without warning. He chased his dream of becoming a doctor, but in doing so, lost the one person who ever truly knew him. Now he’s back in his hometown with a new job, a custom motorcycle, and a heart still aching for the girl he never stopped loving. Marisol isn’t the same heartbroken teenager Seth left behind. She’s a confident veterinarian, a skilled biker, and a proud member of The Falcons Motorcycle Club. But when she sees Seth walk through the door of her ...

Sloane and Maggie have never met. Sloane is a straight-A student with a big and loving family. Maggie lives a glamorously independent life as an up-and-coming actress in New York. The two girls couldn't be more different - except for one thing. They share a secret that they can't tell a soul. At night, they dream that they're each other. The deeper they're pulled into the promise of their own lives, the more their worlds begin to blur dangerously together. Before long, Sloane and Maggie can no longer tell which life is real and which is just a dream.

Pregnancy is no walk in the park, and being the rock your partner and future child need is an enormous undertaking. While the thought of embarking on this unchartered path can be overwhelming, you’re more than capable of overcoming your fears. Start with this comprehensive guide filled with practical advice and information on how to up your dad game and become a confident and fearless father.

Banning Talbot, Marquess of Daventry and Society's favorite bachelor, is accustomed to having his every whim obeyed — until he finds himself the reluctant guardian of Prudence MacAfee, the outspoken, golden-haired hoyden laughably nicknamed Angel. Now it's Banning's duty to introduce this deliciously unconventional creature to the ton's most eligible suitors. But his heart has an agenda all its own.

Congratulations! You’ve made it to your teens! This is an important phase of life, packed with discoveries about yourself, the people around you, and the world you live in. The teenage years mark the beginning of a new chapter where you’ll figure out what being an adult is all about. You’ll begin to settle into WHO you are, HOW you feel, and WHAT you want from life.

The school's bake sale is a day away! Pete tries to make something yummy for his friends. But he seems to be only making a giant mess! Will Pete have something delicious in time for the bake sale?

So much...life...family...all that is most important to us...can change in a single day...a single moment...Home Again is the second book in the ongoing story of the Return to Summit Falls series. Summit Falls is a small town in the middle of nowhere that could be anywhere. It’s small enough that even though you might not know everyone…you know who everyone is. And they know you. Years ago four young men left their hometown of Summit Falls. Each of them ready to take on whatever the world had to throw at them. Now, years later, two of them have returned home. Adam Dane and Jonah ...

"Sometimes, the hardest story to write is your own." On the eve of her latest book launch, struggling romance author June Nelson is unexpectedly transported back to her 17-year-old self after a freak accident. Suddenly, she's back in high school, facing the challenges of teenage life all over again. As she reconnects with her former best friend, first love, and her late father, June realizes that the key to finding her way back isn't about changing the past, but embracing it. In this heartfelt journey of second chances, June discovers that the most important love story is the one she writes...

It's the first day of school and Little Tortoise is ready with a backpack filled with new school supplies. Little Tortoise can't wait to get to school and tries very hard not to be the last student there. But soon Cheetah, Llama, and even a snail on a scooter, overtake her. And then when she gets stuck in the gutter of the book, she's sure she'll be the last pupil to arrive! But the timely arrival of Mr. Sloth, her new teacher, changes everything.

There have been a lot of scientific studies dedicated to studying emotional intelligence and how it affects our lives. In the past, the focus was more on IQ as the gold standard for predicting performance. Intelligent people are those who are often described as having high IQs. But recent studies have shown that the more capable, competent and effective individuals are actually those that have a high emotional quotient. In fact, researchers have discovered that people with average IQs outperform those with high IQs 70 percent of the time.

Will his stardom put her out of reach just as he’s ready to take a chance? Kelsey has found peace only by shutting everything out and locking the door. So when the hot single dad next door needs her help, she wants to be a decent person. However, JD has chaos written all over him. JD has been nurturing his band for years, waiting for a big break and hoping for a lightning strike. His biggest shock is that his ex-girlfriend has left him a letter and a daughter he didn’t know he had. It’s about to break him… and the band. If JD gives in to his own desires, he’ll destroy the peace ...

Introducing "Crafting Your Message," your essential guide to navigating the world of local politics and successfully communicating your election campaign agenda. This influential and thought-provoking eBook presents an impactful exploration of local political landscapes and the significant role communication plays within. The initial chapters guide you on a journey, introducing the intricacies of local politics and helping you analyze your target demographic, to ultimately equipping you with the skills necessary to effectively craft your election campaign message. This powerful resource ...

A steamy M/M hookup becomes something deeper in this sweet-and-spicy, emotionally charged short read from the Private Encounters: Public Connections series. Francis is done with one-sided love stories. Tired of chasing unavailable men, he turns to a dating app on a whim—just to see what’s out there. Enter Orion: sexy, sincere, and unexpectedly bold. Their chemistry ignites instantly, both over text and across the table on their first real-world date. But when a toxic ex from Francis’s past crashes the evening, things take a sharp turn. Orion doesn’t back down—instead, he steps in ...

Using inspirational dialogue combined with music, each of the six meditations in the series serves as a remedy for a specific complaint. The meditations are designed to release negativity and eliminate stress. Used regularly, the meditations promote a positive attitude which will support a deeper sense of peace and well-being.

This book is crafted with real-life experiences, practical advice, and relatable stories, ensuring you're well-prepared for the incredible journey of fatherhood. Your adventure in fatherhood is about to get a lot easier–and more enjoyable.

Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven book offers clear, concrete language to introduce the concept of grief. This book aims to normalize the topic of death by discussing what it means and how it feels to experience loss. It centers around several questions that arise about grief and honest, simple ways to answer them.