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Treaty I lost my only family and my marriage tanked all at the same time, but I've come home to take over my grandparents' farm and hopefully find a brand new life that's all mine. I'm not looking for another man. Jude isn't just any man though. I've never felt as safe and at peace as I do with him, but somebody threatens that security. They want my land and my home. I hope that they've got a bulldozer because they're not moving me. Jude says he loves me and he'll take care of me, keep me safe. Strangely, considering my relationship wreck of a past, I still want to believe in him. Maybe ...

Irina When I agreed to be a surrogate for my friends, I never imagined actually being a mother to the child. I figured cool aunt at best. But that's exactly what happened. I became a mother overnight. The lovely couple I was surrogating for died in a tragic accident, leaving the rearing of their unborn child to me. With the walls closing in on me and too scared to go home and face the wrath of my family, I head to Black Timber Peak to work at my aunt and uncle's coffee shop. But to my surprise they're on a two-week cruise. Now I'm stuck in a town with less than friendly locals, and only one...

Ashton This single mama needs a break before Santa shows up. A quick, kid-free getaway to the ski town of Spruce Ridge before the holidays is perfect. Well, almost perfect. Arguing with a handsome, grumpy stranger over the last frozen pizza at the general store isn’t the best way to start a vacay. Neither is an impending blizzard rolling up the mountain, but it’ll be fine. I’ve got wine, the pizza, and a hot tub. Until I accidentally lock myself out of the rental cabin. Wearing only my bikini. In a blizzard. Not ideal. My only option is trudging to the cabin next door and asking for ...

Wilder As the oldest St. James sibling, I’m used to everyone relying on me. When planning the company Christmas party gets added to my already overfilled agenda, it’s too much. I yell at my mom and stomp around my office. Everyone thinks I’m a boss behaving badly. Until I see her. She changes everything overnight and now the company Christmas party planner is number one on my to-do list. Ivy I spent every summer in Star Mountain and now I’ve moved here permanently. Everything is falling into place - except I can’t find a job. Luckily, my best friend got me a holiday party planning...

¡Ayuda! ¡Viene el lobo! ************************* Hace muchos años, en una tierra muy lejana Vivía la familia de un pastor que trabajaba de forma cotidiana Entre las montañas tan altas y las laderas tan empinadas Sus tres hijos mayores cuidaban de las ovejas mimadas.

What Shall We Do Today? Adventures with Aunt Zara Perfect for classroom read-alouds, bedtime stories, and independent reading for ages 6-9! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on an unexpected adventure with Imani's fascinating chef aunt. When the three friends meet at their favorite front steps wondering what exciting activities await them, they never imagine the day will combine museums, cooking, and family fun all in one! In this delightful addition to the popular "What Shall We Do Today?" series: Experience the wonder of International Museum Day...

He’s struggling after a divorce. She’s been there through thick and thin. When he needs to get back in the dating scene, will she be the only one he wants to date? Regan I’ve known him since we were in diapers. Our parents teased us that we would end up together but we both proved them wrong with Logan marrying his college sweetheart and me… well, let’s just say I took the career route. I’ve played Aunty to his kiddo since the day she was born and I don’t mind picking up the mother-figure slack when she-who-must-not-be-named ups and leaves them both. Now Logan is asking me to ...

She can’t mess up her first decorating job. He’s not happy about family coming to visit. Can she show him the magic of a Merry Kissmas? Hope My kids are my everything. And I don’t regret putting my dream of being an interior designer on hold to raise them as a single mom. I’ve given them everything I could, but maybe it’s time I start thinking about my future. My friend Stevie recommends me for a holiday design job. I’m a little rusty, and the job ends up being bigger than I expected. I can handle the project. I just can’t handle what I’m feeling for the billionaire, Trent, ...

Nora I’m cursed. I swear it. From getting fired, to setting things on fire I am not having a Merry Christmas. Christmas might be ruined but there’s always the new year. Things are looking up when my hero, hotter than hot, offers me a job and a place to stay. Can he stop the curse and give me the steamy kissmas I’m looking for or will we go down in flames like my past with me? Gabriel What year is it? I thought I’d be rescuing an old lady with ancient bulbs and tinsel on her asbestos Christmas tree. What I don’t expect is Nora to charm the pants off me… But when I need a hand at ...

She’s his best friend. He wants to change—everything about himself to impress others. Can she help him see that she’s already impressed? Peri Ten years ago, I met my best friend. He was running away and I was here to stay. I weaseled my way into his grumpy eighteen-year-old heart and Orion and I have been there through some of the darkest days. When he comes to me asking me to help him do a mountain man makeover to impress people from his past, I’m reluctant, but he has been there for me… So I agree and, in the process, I realize that I don’t want him to change. Orion is taller ...

Christmas with Princess Mirror-Belle features two festive stories from Julia Donaldson. Ellen gets a big shock when her reflection climbs out of a mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference! She is a princess, and a very mischievous one at that. Join Mirror-Belle as she sweeps Ellen into hilarious Christmassy escapades - from joining in with the Christmas ballet show to attending Ellen's friend's fancy-dress party and trying to catch Father Christmas!

Speed Kyle is a master-builder of the hottest, fastest planes around. Cal Bradley’s a daredevil test pilot who pushes those planes to the limit. Add in Speed’s blond bombshell daughter who fears that Cal will go too far—and you’ve got a winner. And as far as Speed and Cal are concerned, winning is everything. Speed’s company is bleeding cash, and they need money quick. They’re competing in the upcoming National Air Meet, and to the victor goes the spoils—some extremely lucrative contracts.

Cosmo Cheer Lindsay and Jameis My shopping list is a mile long and all I want to do is start my vacation. When my friend talks me into going to a speakeasy, I shouldn’t. I should get this list finished. But sometimes a girl just has to have a cosmo. Jameis is charming and slides his way into helping me finish off my shopping list. And then I slide my way into his bed. The next morning I find out a truth that is anything but cheerful. Help me understand, Jameis, because the only thing I want for Christmas is you. The holidays inspire Lindsay to take charge of her relationship destiny over ...

Does your child often have trouble falling asleep at night? Are you looking for a solution to help them rest easy? More than ever, during these challenging times on the planet, meditation is an essential skill. Teaching your child to practice mindfulness meditation from a young age helps them grow into more present, compassionate, kind, and calm human beings.

Best Classic Short Stories for Children brings together some of the most well-known and beloved stories by authors like O. Henry, Oscar Wilde, and Saki and extracts from children's classics such as The Railway Children and Little Women. With a mix of genres including science fiction, mystery, and ghost stories, and a host of popular characters such as Oliver Twist, Sherlock Holmes, Jane Eyre, and Dracula, this is the perfect introduction to a range of classic literature.

Billie I hate Christmas for a very good reason. My vow for the holidays is no men, no problem. I’m making some extra holiday money dressed as an elf. That’s when I meet Raff, my gorgeous new manager. And suddenly, all bets are off… Raff I’m in a good place after being an out-of-control DJ for years. Now I’m in Snowflake Falls looking after my brother’s event space. That’s where I meet Billie and she entrances me. The problem is, I have a huge secret. But this bad boy is determined to get his Christmas angel. If you enjoy safe reads with instalove perfection, strong men, spicy ...

Provides an introduction to the concepts of short and tall.

Minnie Fast cars, fast guys, and shopping sprees are supposed to be the life, right? So why am I wanting more? When I decide to be more than just a girl with daddy’s deep pockets, why do all my friends leave? And why on earth is the handyman of my building so freaking hot?! Not just hot but sweet and kind…and going above and beyond for me. He might just see me beyond the bookoo bucks that come with my name. And this might end up being my favorite Christmas ever. Ford Culver She is everything I shouldn’t want, but the desire to know her better keeps me going back for more. I can’t be...

Songs of the Dead is a collection of 19 short stories with varying themes, ranging from creepy to the supernatural. In “The Dinner Guests,” a man finds himself experiencing an unusual hunger. In “She Had a Good Heart,” a young heart transplant survivor meets her donor's family for the first time. What could go wrong? In “Dobie's Last Ride,” a man finds himself at odds with a seemingly harmless black Lab, who turns out to be a bit less harmless as he first thought. This book contains graphic violence and is not suitable for listeners under the age of 18.

Hello little dreamer! What’s the most incredible dream you’ve ever had? Was it about becoming a superhero, who could save the world from danger? Maybe you’ve dreamed about being a wizard who could create anything she wanted with just a flick of her wand? It is wonderful to have such magical dreams while you sleep! But what kind of dreams do you have when you’re awake?