Virtual Workplace

"A rocket ride of action, political intrigue, and suspense."—San Diego Magazine "A sharp thriller. Russell has us in the palm of his hand."—Chicago Tribune "Ingeniously imagined and skillfully told, Political Suicide must be included in any list of this year's best thrillers."—San Diego Union-Tribune Will Travis is an undercover corporate investigator whose job involves low-key assignments like checking out the service at Washington, DC, hotel bars and reporting back to management. But his evening takes an unexpected turn when he interrupts an attempted murder. Soon, Will is on the ...

Here is a Proven System That Gives You Control Over Bullying Bullying is just like a fire in your home. If you do not deal with it quickly, it grows. Bullying is not going away. How to Stop a Bully shows you how to recognize, avoid, and deal with bullies at school, work, and online with cyberbullies. In this book, you will learn a "real-world" approach to dealing with bullies. This book is NOT full of useless statistics. Stats don't matter. Having a plan of action does. Bullying exists and will never go away. Get prepared with this book. This book is NOT full of theory-based strategies like...

It's just a fitness tracker...right? ...but then again, Doug's a hacker! Doug makes his living hacking technology. Technically, he roots the device, finding every hidden feature. When he finally breaks into the code of the HipChip, the ubiquitous fitness device all the cool chicks are wearing, he find's out the hot and steamy truth. Far from just tracking heartrates and steps, the litle device can alter personalities, making the most gorgeous, fit, hotties putty in his hands! Will he go after Josie, the cute cashier at his favorite hangout, the Computer Barn, or will it be Meg, his drop-...

I know, I know… hooking up with my brother's best friend—twelve years older than me—was totally NOT a good idea. But damn, he was hot AF. Then he ghosted me, and I swore him off. Now, I'm his fake fiancée. Who saw that coming? Eight years after that unforgettable “encounter,” I'm back in my small town. Seeing Ryder Lafferty makes my stomach flip. One look at those broad shoulders and hard muscles his shirt can’t hide, and I'm back at that fiery night when I learned what his skilled hands and mouth can do. He’s now a single dad whose adorable little girl is a mini Dr. ...

All Max Walker wants to do is finish this job, collect his pay, and find himself a quiet ranch to buy… He’s an ex-Marine who is tired of being a security expert and sometimes PI for the rich. Thankfully, this current job should be the last, and it’s an easy one. He just has to keep an eye on pretty Paige Harris and prevent her from being ambushed by the press. Piece of cake. Too bad he finds himself falling for Paige more each day. Complicating issues, he’s not allowed to tell her who he is and why he’s in Honey, Texas. But the more time he spends with her, the more he worries ...

Do you want to stand out as a successful in-house counsel at a technology company? They don’t teach you this in law school. Or at law firms. You may be a solid substantive lawyer who can write a polished memo, but working in house, especially at a tech company, requires an entirely different skill set. Thankfully, the skills of a top-notch in-house tech lawyer are teachable. But no one teaches them to you. You’re supposed to jump into an in-house job working with the latest technology at a fast pace and… make mistakes? Hope you have a boss that lays it out and lets you ask ...

All his life Noah has been ridiculed for his small size. So it was no surprise that he developed a crush on his coworker, Kane, when Kane stood up for him at a work event. There’s one thing stopping Noah from going after Kane though…Kane’s straight. Or so Noah thinks until Kane proves otherwise one night. An Unguarded Night is a MM short story.

Brianna Johnson has big dreams: to bring bold, Southern-inspired flavors to the shelves of Ashworth Foods and prove that her creativity and grit are a recipe for success. But when her ideas clash with the mysterious new hire at the factory, sparks—and tensions—fly. What Brianna doesn’t know is that “Eli Sanders” is actually Sterling Ashworth, the billionaire CEO, undercover to investigate the struggles at his flagship plant. Sterling never expected to meet someone like Brianna—fierce, passionate, and unafraid to challenge him at every turn. As their worlds collide, what begins ...

Hugh: She’s a flame in emerald silk, slipping past my security with a smile that dares me to stop her. I run Caesars Palace from the shadows—calculated, controlled, untouchable. But the second she walks in, I’m toast. She’s tangled with the Vegas mob, caught in a heist that could bring the whole empire down. I should shut her out. Instead, I pull her in—closer, deeper, until I can’t tell where the danger ends and the need begins. She’s the one risk I can’t walk away from. And if protecting her means upsetting the house… Then let it fall. Trixie: I’ve survived on ...

My brother’s best friend was always off-limits—until he wasn’t. I always had a thing for Jude, the untouchable older billionaire who once broke my heart. Years later, I’m engaged to someone else. But the moment Jude crashes my engagement party, everything comes rushing back. He tells me to call off the wedding—I don’t. After a divorce and a fresh start at Jude’s company, the tension between us is impossible to ignore. One heated argument turns into a kiss, and suddenly, I’m falling all over again. Now we’re sneaking around behind my brother’s back, risking everything for...

When he falls, he falls hard and deep. She literally drives away from every relationship she's ever had. Can Ward somehow get Dot to stay this Christmas? Ward Glover is now the foreman at Shiloh Ridge Ranch. He loves his new job, though he's over a lot more at a shallower depth. He's been on the fence with diving back into the dating pool, but when Santa drops a beautiful woman straight into his front yard on Christmas Eve, Ward sits up and takes notice. Dorothy Crockett owns and operates a landscaping and design company in Three Rivers. When she's not ordering new textiles and paint colors...

Jason Hutchinson's Bestselling Erotic Adventure in one novel-length volume! Brant's always had trouble with the ladies... ...becoming the Wizard's Apprentice is helping...a bit! Working at Burke and Dunne to pay for college, Brant had always considered the curiosity shop a fun place, where he could unwind. Following the death of one of it's owners, though, things get somewhat more complicated. Dutch Dunne, the surviving owner, seemes to want Brant to be his apprentice...The Wizard's Apprentice. Is the old codger full of it? Brant thinks the downhill slide to dementia is accelerating for his...

From a scale of 1-10, how effective are your communication skills? Unless you are the reincarnation of Steve Jobs, you are probably not at 10 just yet! This is because during the early stages of a business, the emphasis is typically on how to think like a leader, not how to talk like a leader. But there comes a point where you need to hire the first batch of employees, source the most reliable suppliers, and pitch your business to eager investors and customers. These tasks require you to know how to manage difficult people, build a strong network, and influence change. Effective business ...

She’s the bold chemist with a vision. He’s the billionaire CEO with an iron grip on his empire. Sparks were bound to fly. Keysha Smith isn’t just breaking into the luxury beauty industry—she’s here to revolutionize it. Armed with a cutting-edge skincare formula and unshakable confidence, she’s ready to prove she belongs at Reed Luxe Cosmetics, even if it means clashing with the infuriatingly handsome and impossibly demanding Alexander Reed. Alexander built his billion-dollar brand on perfection and control. But when Keysha storms into his world, her striking beauty, undeniable ...

We’ve all heard the phrase, “People don’t leave jobs; they leave bosses.” While this may not be true in every case, it underscores the significant influence a boss has on our professional lives. A good boss can inspire and motivate, while a bad boss can demoralize and derail careers. But what if leaving isn’t an immediate option? What if you could develop strategies to handle a bad boss effectively, not just to survive but to thrive? This book is your guide. By blending the timeless wisdom of Dale Carnegie’s principles with actionable strategies from Crucial Confrontations by ...

~ 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,...

Missing connection in their marriages, these lonely wives are willing to risk it all to experience the ultimate pleasure. A wife whose husband encourages her to find pleasure in the arms of strangers in order to fulfil their dream of getting pregnant. A real estate agent who offers more than professional services to eager male clients. A minister’s wife who is addicted to sin. All these women have one thing in common: they’re about to become cheating wives for the first time. And once they have a taste of real passion, there’s no way they’re giving it up! You won’t be able to put ...

Unleash Your Full Potential: Master the Art of Caffeine and Stress Management in High-Pressure Workplaces! Are you a professional constantly battling the demands of a high-stress job? Do you rely on caffeine to power through your day, only to find yourself more anxious and stressed? You're not alone. Many professionals face the same struggle, trying to balance productivity with well-being in demanding environments. Discover the dual nature of caffeine as both a productivity booster and a potential stressor, and learn how to harness its power without compromising your health. Understand the ...

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 ...

Transform the power of a safer, healthier workplace with this comprehensive guide to ISO 45001—the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). Written by Dr. Mohamed Ali Ibrahim, this book provides a step-by-step roadmap for organizations to implement ISO 45001, ensuring a robust safety culture, legal compliance, and the protection of your most valuable asset—your employees. Whether you're just starting your journey toward ISO 45001 certification or looking to improve an existing safety management system, this guide covers all the essential ...