Virtual Workplace

Fading into the background, Emma Foster would rather be invisible than risk another heartbreak. But when a charismatic co-worker finds himself trapped in a faulty elevator with her, Emma can't help but let her guard down. For the first time in years, she feels a spark of hope—until reality crashes in, threatening her career and breaking the last connection to her beloved mentor. Emma has carefully constructed a world to keep herself safe, but in a moment of desperation, she makes a deal with a man whose motives are questionable. Can he help her, or will she need to rely on a mysterious ...

In the glittering world of Seoul's gaming scene, two brilliant minds are about to discover that love follows its own algorithm... Maya Williams, a 20-year-old African American gaming prodigy, rules the professional gaming world as the mysterious QuantumQueen. Brilliant, autistic, and armed with an extraordinary mathematical mind, she's found sanctuary in the precise patterns of gaming strategy. But when she arrives in Seoul for her studies, she never expects to find her perfect match in both gaming and life. Choi Jun-ho appears to be the perfect heir to his family's corporate empire. At 35,...

Bestselling author Jason Hutchinson is at it again! Wes is a bit of a Virtual Reality Junkie... ...but things are getting a tad bit confusing. Wes works at a high-tech startup, but what he really wants to do is work on the VR system he's been developing in his apartment. For a shy introvert like Wes, actually chatting up some of the gorgeous and entirely unobtainable women at his office is a virtual impossibility. Well, maybe not in Virtual Reality! After his college roommate sends him some special software updates, Wes finds that he's having a hard time deciding what is real and what is ...

He’ll warm up your crowd, your bed, and your heart. Being the guitarist for Criminal Records, the nation’s number one rock band, is a dream come true. But like all complicated lifestyles, mine comes with a few hard and fast rules. Protect your heart at all costs, and… Don’t date other musicians. Ever. Let’s just say the road can be a treacherous place for a girl whose been burned before. Enter Harvey Moon: our opening act with killer looks, a voice that makes panties melt, and the uncanny ability to make me question every single one of my rules. Our friendship hits all the right ...

I’m a single dad, not the prodigal son. And that gorgeous, sunny blonde? She’s just an employee. GABE: When Dad needs help running our family resort at Calypso Key, I can’t say no. So I bring my daughter home to raise where I grew up. Except the resort is worse off than I expected. Still, I understand business. Women… not so much. And after my divorce, I don’t believe in love. Then I meet new divemaster April Desmond. She was hired before I came back. I have one job—to cut costs everywhere I can. I try to deny the attraction. After all, I might have to fire her. But that sheet ...

From grassroots to game plan, this book is the intersection of meaningful work, strong culture, and you. Our template called the THRIVE Model helps level-up your culture game (at work and home): helping today’s leaders succeed in tomorrow’s world. Unlike others books about workplace culture, MB builds on a heart-rooted foundation and utilizes an actionable model in order to grow. Taking culture action will change your world – for the better. Everyone wins when culture is strong. Conscious Culture helps leaders understand the importance of their most important asset – their people. ...

Swearing off love was easy. Then two men and one dating pact complicated everything. After one too many heartbreaks (and one stolen-shoes incident I’m still not over), I made a pact with my friends: the next guy I date, I marry. Cute in theory. Terrifying in practice. Especially when Marcus Hann strolls into the Cozy Cottage Café looking like every swoony book boyfriend rolled into one. Handsome, charming, and so into me it’s almost suspicious. Obviously, he’s my Last First Date. I mean, fate, right? Except my well-meaning friends already picked someone for me. Josh Bentley, the pun-...

Like Beauty and the Beast—except everyone hides a monster inside. Birdie isn’t the shy, brilliant intelligence analyst everyone thinks she is. She carries a secret sin so heavy it drives her to risk everything—again and again—as penance for a life she failed to save. Beneath her calm surface, a relentless vigilante fights a war fueled by guilt and fear. Bastien was born into darkness. The son of a brutal man, destruction runs in his blood. He joined the SEALs hoping to conquer his demons, but when control shatters, Bastien loses it all—his career, his future, and any chance at ...

Humor has been related to a number of positive effects when used by leaders: improved morale among workers, enhanced group cohesiveness, and even a positive impact on larger organizational outcomes. This book addresses how humor can be used to enhance leadership effectiveness with an emphasis on improved communication and team building. Guidelines for the use of humor are discussed emphasizing the importance of appropriate humor and educating staff on the dangers of using inappropriate humor. The role of humor in empowerment is discussed as are humor strategies and habits leaders can ...

Are you tired of feeling like the workplace is a battleground rather than a platform for your success? Do you find yourself grappling with challenges that seem insurmountable? It's time to break free from the shackles of affliction and step into your destiny with "Overcoming Afflictions in the Workplace." In this revolutionary guide, you'll uncover the secrets to not only confronting workplace problems head-on but conquering them and thriving amidst adversity. This isn't your average self-help book; it's a power-packed manual that equips you with the tools you need to rise above any ...

This collection contains the previously unreleased short Geo Gets Some VR Therapy, bringing Wes's adventures to a new hero! Wes is a bit of a Virtual Reality Junkie... ...but things are getting a tad bit confusing. Wes works at a high-tech startup, but what he really wants to do is work on the VR system he's been developing in his apartment. For a shy introvert like Wes, actually chatting up some of the gorgeous and entirely unobtainable women at his office is a virtual impossibility. Well, maybe not in Virtual Reality! After his college roommate sends him some special software updates, Wes...

She's tired of having her heart broken by cowboys. He waited too long to ask her out. Can Lance fix things quickly, or will Amber leave Last Chance Ranch before he can tell her how he feels? Amber Haws has never had a problem saying yes to a date. She's been out with lots of men in the time she's been at Last Chance Ranch, but she's finally gotten her heart broken one too many times. She swears off cowboys right to the one who's been watching her for months now. Lance Longcomb followed the advice of his friends and waited to ask her out after each of Amber's break-ups. But now she's done ...

Introducing the Modern Etiquette Guide – the ultimate how-to for navigating the complex world of modern-day manners! Have you ever found yourself in an awkward social situation and wondered what the proper etiquette was? Or perhaps you just want to brush up on your social skills to ensure that you are always putting your best foot forward. Look no further - this eBook is here to help. From attire to small talk to digital communication, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about modern etiquette. In Chapter 1, we dive into the importance of etiquette in today's ...

When Vince’s coworker, Derek, accidentally gets a peek at the lacy underwear Vince is wearing, Vince fears the worst – that Derek will tell the others in their crew and Vince will be ridiculed. He certainly isn’t expecting Derek to divulge a secret of his own instead. This sweet and steamy MM short story features two heavily muscled construction workers, a couple of secrets exposed, and some lacy goodness.

If you work in healthcare ... here's the workplace guide you need! Are Staboteurs in Your Midst? Are there bulliew in your workplace? Do you have to deal with pit bulls with lipstick? Has anyone intentionally undermined you? Does your workplace keep the disrupters? Have you ever thought about quitting? Every workplace has them ... the pit bulls that hide behind lipstick and designer clothes; snakes who flick their abrasive tongues and voice at any, and all; the scorpions who sting with a slap of their heavy backhand; the shrinks that seem innocent until you get in their space; and the slugs...

Conquer the OSHA 30-Hour Oil and Gas Certification is a concise yet comprehensive guide for professionals preparing for the OSHA 30-Hour certification, tailored specifically to the unique safety challenges of the oil and gas industry. Designed to supplement more detailed study materials, this guide delivers essential knowledge needed to recognize hazards, comply with OSHA regulations, and create a safer workplace. The book breaks down critical safety concepts into digestible chapters, addressing high-risk areas such as confined spaces, rigging operations, hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) exposure, ...

A steamy paranormal romance novella featuring small-town charm, supernatural secrets, and a deliciously satisfying HEA! When sophisticated city journalist Liv Harper is assigned to cover Pumpkin Hollow's annual Spicy Pumpkin Festival, she expects nothing more than a fluff piece and a quick return to Manhattan. Silas Wolfe, the irresistibly charming owner of The Pumpkin Spice Werewolf Cafe, has no interest in nosy reporters disrupting his town's traditions. But when Liv walks into his cafe desperate for caffeine, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to the sharp-tongued city girl. After one ...

The Aliens are Here! Damian is kind of a slacker. He's employed, but his boss is a jerk and his co-worker, Taylor is a raging...well, you know! Unbeknownst to him, the alien spaceship that has been orbiting the Earth has selected him for their breeding program! The world doesn't know what they're here for, but they soon will. Every woman on the planet has been infected with a virus, making them HOT, willing, and EAGER to please the lucky few men who hold a specific genetic marker! Damian will soon find out that he's in over his head, as each of these demanding hotties want more than just ...

They’re two sides of a coin and close pals to boot. Can one hopeless romantic possibly choose between these wonderful men? Ali Cochran has perfected avoidance. After her best friend committed suicide, the twenty-one-year-old fled her small Missouri college and concerned family faces for the bright lights of Kansas City. But this lonely girl's improbable dreams start coming true when she lands two jobs and a pair of gorgeous bosses. Bristling at one man’s gruff attorney demeanor, at first Ali gravitates toward the messy gym owner’s friendly openness. But when the fun-loving survivor ...

Amber Myers is book smart and people stupid, and she’s tired of being invisible and dateless. Luckily her sister is a hairdresser and works at a beauty salon—in Sapphire Falls. Chad Powers would rather look into a microscope than approach the only woman he’s ever crushed on. He follows her to Sapphire Falls, and his farm boy cousins turn him into a hunk in time for the Summer Festival. The going gets hot when both Amber and Chad get more attention than they bargained for—especially when they’re voted the Festival King and Queen. — My Country Hearts Series is a light-hearted, ...