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In crisp, unembellished prose, Eunyoung Choi paints intimate portraits of the lives of young women in South Korea, balancing the personal with the political. In the title story, a fraught friendship between an exchange student and her host sister follows them from adolescence to adulthood. In "A Song from Afar", a young woman grapples with the death of her lover, traveling to Russia to search for information about the deceased. In "Secret", the parents of a teacher killed in the Sewol ferry sinking hide the news of her death from her grandmother.

Lesbian BBW: Blind / Disabled Erotica Sandra lost her ability to see twelve months ago, but she's still trying to adjust. Since losing her vision, she's not felt like dating men or women. Everything changes when she started using text to speech software to get back online. She soon finds Missy, a BBW who seems to understand what she's going through. As they become friends, Sandra starts to have feelings for her. Sandra dreams of going all the way with Missy, but will it ruin the friendship? Should Sandra profess her love quickly or give it some time? More importantly, will Missy feel the ...

Learn what sets leading companies apart in terms of customer service and hospitality– from Apple to Spotify and Nike, in this refreshingly detailed how-to guide from author David F. Leuchter. This is an exhaustive yet sound analysis of the inner workings of the customer service and hospitality industry, combined with some down-to-earth advice gathered from his own experiences after several decades working in the industry. The author shares some insightful tips on persuading your customers, showing them that you care, personalizing their needs, and making them feel seen and heard in ways ...

They were modern-day pirates, banding together with creative revolutionaries who became the voice of a generation. They are the Knights of Rock, regular guys who had the honor and privilege of working with some of the greatest rock stars during an amazing time in history: the Classic Rock era. Leo Rossi is one of those Knights. A young Italian Catholic boy from the blue-collar Los Angeles port town of San Pedro, he tripped into an impossible dream and helped mega stars such as Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks, The Beach Boys, Bette Midler, Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, Billy Idol, and many more.

Smile is a chilling account of Rodney Alcala, one of the most prolific serial killers in American history. Ryan Green gives a suspenseful narrative that draws the listener into the real-life horror experienced by the victims with all the elements of a captivating thriller.

You woke up with a broken smile and a twisted face. The Bell’s Book is a quick essential guide to getting through this rough but mostly temporary ordeal. You’ll receive invaluable insight from someone who experienced Bell's palsy firsthand and then used his expert research skills to find his way through this mysterious disorder.

Discover the incredible power of a simple smile and learn how it can elevate your well-being, deepen relationships, and make a positive impact on the world. Power of a Smile by Purnima Banerjee will show you how this universal gesture can transform your life and help you build a more joyful, connected, and fulfilling future. In this book, you’ll explore the science behind smiling, uncovering how it activates happiness chemicals in the brain, reduces stress, and fosters mental resilience. Through clear explanations and research-backed insights, you’ll understand how smiling isn’t just ...

In the lush, rolling hills of the Cotswolds, governess Mary Wilcox finds her latest charge: the Carlton family. With wealth and elegance that could rival royalty, the Carltons are the epitome of modern aristocracy. But beneath their polished exterior lies a tangle of silent grudges and family secrets. And one of them may lead to murder. Someone in this household harbors a sinister story, cloaked in aristocratic civility—a story that could turn her into the confidant of a troubled soul--or the next unsuspecting victim.

Institutionalized is the latest anthology from the creators of The Better Off Dead series. This installment brings you stories of the mentally unbalanced, the damaged and disturbed, and the criminally insane. Some are locked up. Some are not. We recommend you sleep with one eye open.

Elisabetta longs for romance, though she thinks she's too plain. Then, on a visit to Florence, she catches the eye of the great Leonardo da Vinci and falls for a boy, Giuliano de Medici. It's a dangerous time to be involved with a Medici. As tragedy and chaos threaten their happiness, Elisabetta faces the bittersweet truth of love.

Beware of the night, for it shows no mercy. Anxieties run rampant as the last sprinklings of light twinkle out on the inky horizon. The shadows dance their choreography in the damp, dusky air. Night is taking over, and it knows how to keep a dark and deadly secret, for it allows no witnesses. And that screaming you hear nearby? Watch out, because you might be next. The Sinister Supernatural Stories series brings you delicious horror that focuses on elements of the supernatural. Pull up a chair and dig in, but never after dark—everyone knows bad things always happen after dark.

Deputy Chadleigh Wilson, former lone wolf and new to the Raven pack, was raised among humans in foster care. He doesn’t know anything about true mates, but one smile from Tameka Jones and he knows he has to have her. He’ll do anything to claim her. Once she’s his, he’ll do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Tameka Jones is baffled by her response to the handsome deputy. She came to Refuge to simplify her life. Instead, she finds herself surrounded by people who think they’re werewolves, of all things, and now her dead grandmother is talking to her.

Ageless Joy: Funny Affirmations for Seniors embark on a delightful journey filled with humor, wisdom, and the power of laughter. This heartwarming ebook is tailored to seniors who know that age is just a number and that a joyful spirit is timeless. Life is an adventure, and as we gracefully age, there's no better way to embrace it than with laughter and positivity. Within these pages, you'll find a collection of hilarious affirmations tailored for seniors who love to see the lighter side of life. Whether you're lifting your coffee cup in your daily exercise routine or showcasing your tech ...

Journey through the twisted minds of evil children, those who are born not of childish whimsy, but rather sprout from the seeds of nightmares. Presenting Evil Little F---s, a curated anthology of horror stories penned by leading authors in the genre. Traverse a universe where humanity’s own offspring unleash a level of brutality that surpasses the capabilities of most adults. Just remember, you brought them into this world, and you just might have to take them out.

Even though he's got 3.5 million copies of books in print, Pastor Robert Morgan writes only one short fiction story each year - an original work he shares with his church on Christmas Eve. Now with a fresh new cover and six new stories, the entire collection of 12 is available in this beautiful volume. Beginning is a foreword by David Jeremiah, followed by adventures that evoke the splendor and love found at the manger over 2000 years ago.

Hap and Leonard are an unlikely pair - Hap, a self-proclaimed white-trash rebel, and Leonard, a tough-as-nails, black, gay Vietnam vet and Republican - but they're the closest friend either of them has in the world. Hap is celebrating his wedding to his longtime girlfriend, Brett (who is also Hap and Leonard's boss), when their backyard barbecue is interrupted by a couple of Pentecostal white supremacists. They're not too happy to see Leonard, and no one is happy to see them, but they have a problem, and only Hap and Leonard will take the case.

She is laid-back. He is uptight. Never the twain shall…kiss? A deadline-driven workaholic assistant school principal who meticulously plans his schedule months in advance meets an easygoing art teacher and studio potter with no sense of time, living her life as the seasons come and go. When they cross paths again at the Summer by the Sea Day Camp sponsored by his church in Nassau, Bahamas, how can they get along if they cannot see eye to eye? From USA Today bestselling author Jan Thompson comes Smile for Me, book 1 in her Vacation Sweethearts collection of inspirational Christian travel ...

The utterly wonderful Clarice Bean is thinking about the endangered things: the big creatures, the little creatures, the plants and the trees. But it’s not just the planet that needs help – there’s her whole family too.

This ultimate guide promises to turn the chaos of menopause into a light-hearted journey filled with laughter and relief—empowering you to navigate the menopause mayhem with a grin plastered on your face.

Lilly goes to the bar one night. Saddened over the loss of her longtime boyfriend, she hopes she can find comfort in being around people. While there, she meets a man that loves her smile. But she will soon discover that sometimes a smile is all that is wanted.