Short Days

Grace had never been more terrified...the pain was relentless. Nothing in her life prepared her for this. She desperately needed somewhere safe...someplace she could hide. Someone she could trust with her life. It was dark...and getting darker. Ronan Hendricks didn’t recognize her voice. Not family...not friends. Probably not an enemy. But he didn’t need the years he’d spent as a detective to recognize what he did hear... Fear. In a desperate moment of hope, a single number saved her life. Then a complete stranger opened his home offering safety yet Grace knew danger surrounded them.....

Two Swifties Crash and Burn at Speed Dating--But Later Learn They Have Quite a Few Things in Common: A Romantic Comedy About Two People Who are Perfect for Each Other! It’s Valentine’s Day, and 22-year old Emma is also alone. As if that wasn’t enough, she has to go to the Valentine’s Day Celebration event in the park sponsored by the beverage company where she recently started work. She’s hesitant, but her best friend Nia encourages her. So… Emma decides to make the best of it. She joins in the speed dating–and she meets an assorted group of unusual people and one guy who ...

In each section of Michael Cunningham's new book, we encounter the same group of characters: a young boy, an older man, and a young woman. "In the Machine" is a ghost story which takes place at the height of the Industrial Revolution, as human beings confront the alienated realities of the new machine age. "The Children's Crusade," set in the early twenty-first century, plays with the conventions of the noir thriller as it tracks the pursuit of a terrorist band which is detonating bombs seemingly at random around the city.

Rajiv has everything that a person of his age could ever dream of. However, the arrival of a special someone has completely changed his life. The question arises: Is this special someone truly good for him? When Anaya chooses a different path in life, she faces a struggle for which she was not prepared. While attempting to lead a normal life, the unexpected arrival of an old friend has created a storm in her life. Will she be able to overcome it, or could she find herself entirely lost in its turbulence?

Family meant everything to Ayden Stratton. It always had even when he didn’t always allow it to show. Because of that, he understood the fury in Tobias Blaise’s eyes when they learned that his sister had been dragged out the backdoor of her restaurant despite every effort to stop her from being kidnapped. Fury didn’t begin to describe what he saw in his brother’s face. Cassidy Blaise might be Tobias’s sister, but she was Benjamin’s entire world. Tobias Blaise never expected to find any woman he wanted to spend his life with, let alone one who looked at him the way Ellis did, ...

Being Bold is the next in a line of inspirational and motivational books written by American author and novelist, Richelle E. Goodrich. In the same vein as Smile Anyway, Making Wishes, and Slaying Dragons, Being Bold includes quotes, poetry, and a number of short stories. Enjoy a profound thought for every day of the year, including the popular following: "Life made me an actor from birth. The world, darling, is not my stage but my audience." “Don’t sink too deep into yourself. That is the secret to happiness.” “Friends make everything easier. If you want to succeed at a challenge, ...

Gory Days: Break out the keytar, throw your horn-hands, and get ready to rock down to electric avenue! Gory Days is set in an alternate evil ’80s where androids take the stage, a washed-up rock star discovers the secret to time travel, and an aspiring musician puts her demo tape into the wrong hands. Stories include Don’t Stand So Close to Meat", "Hip to Be Scared", and "Dead Over Heels.

She came looking for her father…Bessie felt more secure and safer than she had in all the months since her mother died. There was always lots of food in the resort’s main kitchen and she had her choice of any room she wanted. John was almost as good at her favorite video games as she was and while she wasn’t certain whether to believe him or not, he’d told her that her father was even better. She would have really liked to play video games with him and found out for herself. There was so much she wanted to know about her father. So many questions that bubbled around in her head. And...

Look, my life was a living hell long before I died on Frost Mountain. The plane crash? Just another regular day. I guess it’s what happens when you get cursed by a witch. Too bad I can’t stay dead—at least I wouldn’t be stuck on this magical mountain. And I wouldn’t have met him. But this sexy shifter found my corpse. He brought me to Dragon’s Den. Big mistake. It’s almost Valentine’s Day, but there’s no love in this town. There’s a murderous dragon on the loose… And if he isn’t stopped, a dark history will repeat itself. My savior will stop at nothing to protect his...

AN ENCOUNTER is the story of Macu, a young man who leaves his tribe on his first solo hunting trip. Hoping to prove himself by killing and carrying home a small deer, his encounter turns out to be of a much more singular and fateful nature. An entertaining and instructive story suitable for readers of all ages.

In Simple Solutions, you'll learn about different techniques for quieting your mind and focusing your attention on the present moment. You'll also learn how to get rid of distractions so you can focus on the task at hand. Once you're able to focus on what you're doing, you'll feel much more relaxed and in tune with your surroundings. The audiobook version of this short guide is perfect for daily listening in the car, during a walk, or during your morning routine. Get yours today, and sharpen your mental capabilities!

From J.R. Rain, the #1 bestselling author of the Samantha Moon vampire mysteries, comes his latest collection of strange and wonderful tales, including: Skeleton Jim - Skeleton Jim is a successful private investigator in Seattle. He's also a walking, talking skeleton. Vampire vs. Bigfoot - The ultimate hunter just met his match. The Bull - Spider-Man, Superman and Batman have nothing on The Bull...a new kind of superhero. The Prophetic Heart - Adam has a problem: for the past few weeks his heart has been beating louder and louder... and he's about find out why. Zombie App - Tommy and Billy ...

Be my Valentine, Blueberry Springs. Three stories of sweet, clean romance from the Blueberry Springs series. Love triangles, forbidden kisses, and a question that will change the future of one of the town’s favorite couples. Story 1: Tequila and Candy Hearts One new job. One chance to prove herself. And one crush on the man she most definitely shouldn’t. Nicola Samuels has spent the past two years traveling the world with her best friend Todd Haber and is ready to settle down with her first real career as Blueberry Springs’s community planner. Eager to make her mark on the small town,...

In Everyday Weapons, Silas Dakar crafts an intimate and profound exploration of the human condition. Blending poetic reflection with sharp insight, he unveils how the ordinary etches traces that evolve into acts of courage.

Royalty...it was more than just a word to her. It was her life. But not for long. Marlie loved her family dearly, even when she didn’t like them very much. But their life wasn’t the life she wanted for herself. Maggie had always fulfilled her responsibilities, she’d always done exactly as she was expected to...she knew no other way. Until now...until after reading a letter from her father suggesting she visit her niece and learn how to do as she pleased every once in a while, including the joy of eating pizza at her slightest whim. The last thing Maggie expected when she showed up at ...

When two best friends hit a major road block in their life, the solution seems obvious; take a road trip and hope all their issues solve themselves. Unfortunately for Jack and Devon, the world doesn't work that way. This is a story for anyone who has hit rock bottom, and needed a boost from friends and family. The great thing about true friends and family is they're always there for you, even when you act like an idiot and try to push them away.

From Daniel Mallory Ortberg comes a collection of darkly mischievous stories based on classic fairy tales. Adapted from his beloved Children's Stories Made Horrific series, The Merry Spinster takes up the trademark wit that endeared Ortberg to listeners of both The Toast and his best-selling debut Texts from Jane Eyre. Sinister and inviting, familiar and alien all at the same time, The Merry Spinster updates traditional children's stories and fairy tales with elements of psychological horror, emotional clarity, and a keen sense of feminist mischief.

This book is the second part of a series of humorous tales about traders congregating at a brokerage to navigate the complexities of the stock market. Within these stories, the characters find themselves entangled in rivalries, conflicts, and bouts of envy, painting vivid scenes of their experiences. Drawing from my encounters with real individuals throughout my career in trading, spanning various brokerage firms and hedge funds, these narratives shed light on the diverse cast of characters that inhabit the trading realm. From seasoned veterans to eager newcomers, the brokerage serves as a ...

As soon as I turned twenty-one, I applied to wait tables at Curves, the anonymous playground that combines all the things I love—race cars, sports, beer, and poker. Who wouldn’t want to work somewhere where none of the customers know your name and you’re treated like a princess? For some of the employees, the ‘daddy’ and ‘princess’ roles are an act, but not me. I’m looking for a real-life Daddy and I have my eyes on one in particular. Since my interview, I’ve been totally smitten with Beer Daddy—the tattoo-covered bar manager and one of the owners. Last month, the guys ...

Actress and geek goddess Felicia Day (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Supernatural) narrates R.A. Salvatore's first published short story. Bruenor, who had seemingly met his demise at the end of Streams of Silver, appears here as a young, beardless dwarf on a quest for revenge.