Virtual Workplace

Hannah: When you’re a girl like me, sometimes people think they get a free pass to be a jerk to you. Living in a big, mean city means dealing with some big, mean bitches. When a salesgirl shames me for asking about a dress in my size, I know to stand my ground. But I wasn’t expecting the billionaire CEO who owns the boutique to come to my rescue… Kyle: I didn’t make a fortune by having my staff condescend to my customers. The moment I attended to this problem, I was enchanted by the girl who wanted my dress. It’s not like me to want to tailor every action to suit her needs. But ...

~ Have you witnessed or experienced some form of harassment or bullying in the workplace? ~ Do you find yourself frequently saying "I hate my job!" and lack the energy to make a career or job change? ~ Is your health suffering, through constant worry, insomnia, or recurring nausea even when you just think about your workplace? ~ Do you feel burnt out or are you at the risk of burning out? Or, are you: ~ Stuck in a negative workplace or job and are anxious about what to do next? ~ Wondering why you feel so anxious about a job that you used to really enjoy? ~ Fed up with feeling tense, tired,...

My triumph in landing a prestigious new job with a surgeon renowned for being unbearable has left me both defeated and pregnant. It all began with a playful game of seduction. His reputation precedes him, and I'm the only one who knows how to handle his demeanor. When we’re not playing doctor and nurse, we can't get enough of each other. Despite the undeniable attraction between us, he remains in denial about his feelings for me. His touch sends shockwaves through my body, and I feel like I have the world at my feet. But I want more from him—I want his love. His estranged sister warned ...

Tessa I should’ve known better than to take a job at Fauleic Cosmetics. The second I met Cole Hartman — cold, ruthless, way too hot for his own good — I realized I wasn’t hired for my brains. He looked at me like I already belonged to him. Like he could see through everything — straight to the soft, curvy girl underneath. And he wanted it all. It started with a contract. Strict rules. Private research: a little...milky collection work on the side. Nothing I couldn’t handle. But Cole doesn’t just want me to follow the contract. He wants surrender. He wants to every inch of me ...

Tyra Campbell has it all—a fast-paced career as a top advertising executive, a chic city apartment, and a future seemingly set in stone. But beneath the surface of her polished life lies a longing for something more. When a work assignment takes her to a picturesque apple orchard in rural Indiana, Tyra finds herself captivated by the orchard’s charm—and its ruggedly handsome owner and billionaire Lucas Worthington. Lucas, with his warm smile and patient ways, introduces Tyra to the beauty of slow living and the satisfaction of building something real. But just as Tyra begins to ...

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 ...

Struggling to contain yourself when stress erupts? Learn how to manage and direct your emotions for happier days. Are you constantly regretting decisions? Find yourself yelling at workers, your kids, or your partner? Is your expected success eluding you? As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over three decades of therapeutic experience, Frank Healy has helped families, managers, and individuals learn to express themselves emotionally. Now he’s here to share how you can take control of situations and match your IQ with your EQ. Emotional Intelligence For Workplace is a down-to-earth ...

When you move to a small town where you can legally marry more than one person, love looks a little different… After years of unsatisfying relationships and heartbreak, these three women are ready to try something new — polyamory. They just need to find the right guys, someone who can renew their faith in love. Fortunately the idyllic town of Hopeton has someone special for everyone. "Triple Treat: New England" includes three contemporary menage romantic comedies including: Easy as Pie They went in for pie and left with something sweeter... A second chance friends to lovers MMF romance....

Only I could get marooned on a desert island with the man who broke my heart… The last thing I want is to be forced to live with the guy I broke up with seven years ago. Okay, the desert island is paradise—if you ignore the spiders the size of my hand. And it’s true that Theo Prince is still the most gorgeous guy I’ve ever seen. But I’m determined he won’t break my heart again. Then the tropical storm hits. It’s sooooo hot. The cave we’re sheltering in is really small. Theo’s loin cloth isn’t leaving much to the imagination. And then he tells me a secret that changes ...

A rookie search and rescue firefighter, the DCSRA division head who also happens to be a new mother, and a pyromaniac with a grudge to settle. Carter Reid finally landed his dream job as an instructor at DCSRA, and it couldn’t have come at a better time. His best friend’s widow left town without a word, leaving him to wonder what he did wrong. What he doesn’t expect is to find her serving as his new boss. Nora Parker can’t believe the way her life turned out. One moment she’s working as a fire captain alongside her husband in Boston, and the next, the building comes down on him, ...

I’ve finally found my muse. Turns out she’s been behind the front desk at my family’s luxury hotel this whole time—smiling shyly, trying to hide that she’s been a fan of my band for years. Marla’s sweet. A stunning redhead with curves made to be worshiped—and I plan to do exactly that, on my knees. One look from her shattered months of songwriter’s block and lit a fire in me I haven’t felt in years. Now I’m sneaking downstairs just to see her. Just to hear her laugh. Just to imagine what she sounds like when she’s gasping my name. But the girl I can’t stop writing ...

Heat. Conquer. Claim. There's one waiting for you. Sexy as sin encounters that demand obedience and require total surrender. Whether you like Billionaires, Mafia Bosses, Aliens, Shifters, or Monsters, there's no one here but you and them. This delicious collection of all-new steamy short stories are sure to leave you breathless. You know who they are and open yourself to them. Don't Keep Your Dominant Waiting.

She vanished after one night. Now she’s running his life and hiding something that could destroy it. She was my one-night stand. Now she’s my assistant. And I’m supposed to pretend we’ve never touched. But I don’t do pretend. And I never forget a woman like Savannah Bishop. She’s fire in heels—smart mouth, steel spine, and eyes that dare me to try her. She runs my life with clipped commands and killer calm. But she flinches when I get too close. And I know that look in her eyes. She’s hiding something. Something big. If I dig too deep, the fallout could tank the deal of my ...

One fiery auction, two sworn enemies, and a night that will change everything. Cristian Gianna’s been a thorn in my side for years—sharp-tongued, stubborn, and always digging for a story. She thinks she’s exposing the truth, but all she does is light a fire I can’t control. At the firefighter charity auction, she didn’t expect me to be the one bidding on her. But when every man in the room sets their sights on her, I know one thing for sure: she’s leaving with me. She’s curvy, infuriating, and everything I shouldn’t want. But tonight, Gianna’s mine. And once I have her, ...

One grumpy billionaire out-of-towner + One sassy small town nurse = a sweet and fun enemies to lovers clean short romance! Simon got roped into his brothers newfound love story back in the small town of Wysteria Way. Their random beach trip turned into love story for his twin brother Sheldon. Now that Sheldon had decided to move away and develop a new shopping center in the tiny town, Simon was now roped into this business endeavor as well. He wasn't looking forward to going back. His hometown of Houston was more their style. He respected his brother though, so he just needed to get this ...

Hot men. Blazing passion. No way out. Fire Boys brings you alpha men in uniform, raw attraction, and no-holds-barred intensity as men battle both fires and their own forbidden desires in the hyper-masculine environment of the fire station. Embrace the heat in this scorching bundle of firefighter erotica.

A steamy boss secretary romance. I'm barely thirty, yet I'm already a widow. Ethan, my two-year old, is the light of my life. I've been a complete mess since my husband's passing because every single day, I must live with the knowledge that I'm the one to blame. I'm nothing but a hollow shell, trying to be strong for Ethan, and failing miserably. Yet surprisingly, all it takes is one jolt to bring her back to life; an opportunity to work with the reclusive wealthy man in the penthouse upstairs. Weston Hanson is odd, beautiful, sweet, playful, and unlike anyone I've ever met before. And ...

A tropical paradise, an irresistible boss, and a dash of temptation. Things are heating up in Breakers Bay... Katrina Caldwell loves her job managing the spa at the tropical Breakers Bay beach resort. One of the many perks is getting to work for hotter than hot Brandon Jacobs. She knows it's a mistake to let herself fall for him—he's made it clear that he's all business. But every time she's near him, he makes her feel things she thought she'd never feel again. Brandon doesn't have time for dating. Every bit of energy he has goes into the resort he's worked hard to transform into the ...

A one-night stand with my off-limits hunk of a boss Has led to a fake relationship That I never want to end... When my new billionaire boss offers to be my fake fiance for my ex’s wedding I wonder why this gorgeous god who’s way out of my league Would go through the trouble… Turns out, faking it with him feels too real Too good, Too toe-curling, And though he’s made me no promises I’m slowly losing sight of what’s the lie And what’s the reality And I fear I’ll be the one left broken-hearted when the lie comes tumbling down...

Have you been dying to know who killed Derek? You're about to find out in this wickedly sexy story. Britney and Andreas have chemistry. No one can deny that. Will that chemistry translate out of the bedroom? Get ready for a whirlwind of emotion, passion, danger, secrets, and a little bit of murder. This is the story of Britney and her best friend's brother, Andreas.