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"ALICE CROWLEY'S EROTIC STORIES ALWAYS HAVE SURPRISE ENDINGS!" ~ Hwk"I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!" ~ Satisfied Kindle Reader"ALICE CROWLEY IS ONE OF OUR GREATEST LIVING WRITERS!" ~ G. Taylor This searing, sizzling chapter in the ongoing Alice Crowley saga is sure to get the juices flowing! Kayla is married to a company man, and her husband spends most of his days at the office of a chemical company. Now the deep, dark, foreboding forest is calling to Kayla, and she will heed the call of the flesh! This 5k-word short story is loaded with heaping helpings of hot and heavy scenes ...

Santa Claus called MaryEllen into his office for a nice chat. "I've thought carefully about your request and have kept a watchful eye on you all year. In my opinion, you are ready; however, before I grant you your wish, I wanted to ask if you are ready and still want to do this?" MaryEllen cleared her voice and positively replied, "Yes, Santa. As you know, I am 24 years old now, and I would like to get married. I see how happy you and Mrs. Claus are...and I want that for me too. I thoroughly enjoyed my last year's assignment when I had the opportunity to work at Macy's and was able to ...

RETALIATION is a first-person account about the danger of speaking out in the workplace. Amy Block Joy, a faculty member at a major public university and director of a federal program, knew what she had to do when she discovered apparent fraud at her university. Following university policy, she reported her suspicions to her supervisor. When her report was ignored, she blew the whistle, asking the university to take action. Her allegations of misuse of government funds were investigated and eventually substantiated by campus authorities. Eleven months later, when the fraud findings were ...

Author note: origially released as Curves for Her Billionaire Doms, re-released 2024/5 with cover and slight title change.---------------------------For twelve brutal days, my two buddies and I were trapped in hell on an Iraqi oil field, the other members of our inspection team and military escort picked off one by one. Surviving, we forged a bond stronger than blood and vowed to do, and share, everything together. The alternative energy company we created is on the verge of a research breakthrough that could change the world. It's made us billionaires -- and targets all over again. Bent on...

When the end of the world is just another Tuesday... In the battle between destiny and disaster, sometimes all it takes is a reluctant hero with zero qualifications and even less enthusiasm. Meet Grongol, a goose with the extraordinary power to bring about Armageddon - if he ever lays that final, fateful egg. Follow his unwitting companion Pibblestone McTavish as he flees mayonnaise-obsessed villains and chicken cultists while accidentally preventing doomsday. Journey alongside Snarksteel the Insufferable, a sentient sword with three centuries of watching heroes die stupidly while ignoring ...

Elena Vasquez has three rules: no distractions, no workplace romance, and absolutely, under no circumstances, no more kissing the cruise ship’s entertainment director. Especially not that entertainment director. Leo Moretti is sunshine in human form—if sunshine had a karaoke addiction and a tendency to break into spontaneous salsa. He’s also the reason Elena wakes up every morning with a fresh tension headache and a strong desire to lock herself in the staff laundry room. After one accidental, no-big-deal, never-to-be-discussed-again kiss, they’re now being forced to co-host The ...

Compassionate leadership emerges as a fundamental theme throughout this exploration. Leaders who embody empathy are more likely to inspire trust and loyalty among their team members. This connection fosters open communication, encourages innovation, and ultimately leads to higher levels of engagement. As managers and leaders navigate the complexities of human behavior in the workplace, the ability to connect with employees on an emotional level becomes a vital asset. This book will provide insights into how leaders can cultivate this quality and leverage it to build stronger, more cohesive ...

Alix Valenti is a Professor of management and legal studies in College of Business at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. She holds an MBA from the University of Houston, a JD from St. John’s University School of Law, an LLM in taxation from New York University School of Law, and a PhD in International Management from the University of Texas at Dallas.

I never pictured ending my wedding day heartbroken, certainly not in my ex-fiancé’s brother’s bed. This jerk cheated on me with my best friend—a bride’s worst nightmare. Alone in my white dress, I drown myself at the bar next to a stranger in a gray suit. But Alexander Grant isn’t any ordinary stranger, he’s my ex’s brother. Sharing my revenge scheme with him isn’t on the agenda. He offered his help, and our wild night made me forget the betrayal. After that night, my world takes a surprising turn. Alexander is now my new boss and working together isn’t easy. Yet he ...

Are you currently struggling with anger management issues that are affecting your daily life? Do you find yourself losing control and lashing out at others, leaving you feeling guilty and ashamed? If so, I want to introduce you to a book that I believe can help you immensely. The book is called "Therapy for Anger Management," and it's written by renowned author Aileen Torrez. This book is a comprehensive guide to managing anger, providing practical advice and exercises that can help you gain control over your emotions and live a more fulfilling life. Additionally, this book is written in a ...

You never know until you try. Devin considered himself 100% straight until the day he bumped into Lucas at a conference. It started slowly, but throughout the day their physical attraction grew strong enough to bring Devin to his knees—literally—performing an act he'd never imagined himself capable of. And that was only the beginning. Conference Call is a blistering man-to-man bisexual awakening short story hot enough to make a guy question his own sexuality.

Struggling to Lead Effectively? Discover How to Transform Your Leadership with "How to Lead with Conviction" Are you finding it challenging to inspire your team, overcome leadership obstacles, or achieve career fulfillment? How to Lead with Conviction is your comprehensive guide to mastering leadership skills that fuel your passion and persistence, leading across generations, and improving employee well-being. Dive deep into effective leadership strategies, inspirational leadership techniques, and transformational leadership principles that will elevate your career and drive organizational ...

Seven Sexy Sins. One Mr. Sinful. Faith Hillman is in trouble. She’s writing an article on ways to spice up your love life for her popular blog, but she’s hit a major snag—she hasn’t experienced any of the Seven Sexy Sins on her list. Luckily, her brother’s best friend, Rusty Thorne, offers to help with her research. Having had a crush on him since the age of twelve, Faith agrees, on the proviso that he signs a contract keeping their short-term relationship a secret. Her brother once decked him for kissing her on her eighteenth birthday, so Rusty’s happy to concur. While they ...

Will AI Take My Job? 2023 First Edition Written by a real person (Matt Rouse) assisted by several AI applications, but not assisted in writing this book's content. It's all me, folks! (And Kari and Alicia's fabulous editing too.) In a world where AI's rapid advancements are reshaping the landscape of industries, job roles, and corporate dynamics, staying ahead of the curve isn't just a luxury; it's a necessity. The sudden emergence of generative AI caught everyone off guard at every level of the corporate hierarchy, entrepreneurs, contractors, vendors... You name it. Whether AI will take ...

A Dangerous Proposition. Samantha: A year ago I walked away from my life. I left behind a nursing job I loved, a New York penthouse apartment. And the man who nearly broke my soul like he broke my heart. The last thing I need right now is more trouble. Jet Jones and his daring proposal are exactly that. He’s the leader of the Freedom Fighters MC. Technically my boss. It’s the most dangerous type of adventure: The kind worth risking it all for. Jet: I run my MC the same way I ran my unit in Afghanistan. Keeping things efficient and precise means minimizing the unexpected. Sam is more ...

I shouldn’t mess around with my boss, but Warden Kirk and I have so much in common. He’s a silver fox who’s been around the block a time or two. Surely his secretary won’t notice if we knock a few photos off the wall behind closed doors, right? The Curvy Girl Of The Month Club isn’t for the faint of heart. We’re talking filthy mouthes, first chance encounters, over-the-top alphas, and scenes so hot you just might blush. These aren’t your mama’s sweet beach reads. Grab a glass of wine and get comfortable, it’s about to get spicy.

One billionaire ready for a beach vacation + One single small town innkeeper = A sweet short romance with all the feels! Sheldon was ready for a break from corporate life. Running his dad's development business in Houston was no easy task. His twin brother, Simon and best friend Lucas were more than ready for their annual beach trip. They picked a different beach every year. This year's destination was a small beach town on the Carolina coast. Well small compared to Houston. Everything was going fine until they got a flat tire in the even smaller town of Wysteria Way, a couple hours before ...

Are you drowning in endless to-do lists, overwhelmed by back-to-back meetings, or struggling to balance your professional and personal life? It’s time to stop working harder and start working smarter. Discover the ultimate blueprint for conquering chaos, achieving laser-focus, and mastering your time with ease. In "Time Management Hacks for Busy Professionals," you’ll uncover actionable strategies that high-performing leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives use to dominate their schedules and lead with clarity. Packed with cutting-edge techniques, this book is designed to transform your ...

One bite of temptation, and now I'm navigating a world of candy, curses, and second chances... Slipping after getting out of the bathtub and hitting my head on the toilet seat wasn’t exactly the way I’d imagined ascending to the pearly gates, but nevertheless, there I was, Bethany Snow, knocking on heaven's door. Looking back, I should have suspected something when I spied the freshly baked devil’s food cake next to the manna on the buffet. I would have blamed my choice to go for the devil's chocolate on PMS if I’d still been alive; however, after one bite of sweet temptation, I was...

It's better to regret the things you've done than the things you haven't. Right? Jess I’ve made so many mistakes in my life, I’m sure I’m in the book of Guinness World Records, and unfortunately, this year has proved no exception. Telling my boss’s wife that we were having an affair was probably the biggest mistake, but the lying bastard broke my heart, so I don’t regret it. I do regret losing my job, though, especially now I’m broke. Frankly, I’m glad it’s nearly New Year, and I can put this annus horribilis behind me. If only I could do the same with the rest of my life, ...