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(Previously published as "Maybe Baby.") “That was definitely hot,” I said, propping myself up on an elbow to look at him, “going all ‘Christian Grey’ on me like that.” "Who?" he asked, totally clueless... I wasn't prepared for what was in store for me when I took a summer position at Sinclair Stables before my junior year of college. After all, it could only help with my chosen field of equine studies, right? My first encounter with Trey Sinclair wasn't a pleasant one to say the least. I didn't realize he was taking time away from his law firm in Atlanta to oversee his family's ...

The first time I saw him, another woman threw a drink in his face. That should have been my sign to run. As if I needed another one, he also turns out to be my boss. Who asks me to be his fake fiancée… But, I can do anything for three weeks if it's going to help with the mess I've gotten myself into, right? It’s not like I’m going to let myself fall in love with Sydney’s Most Wicked Billionaire Playboy. No matter how many times he winds up in my bed. Then we share our real reasons for getting involved in this sham. And it becomes impossible to pretend I’m pretending. Confused? ...

The return to the office is not just a shift in routine—it’s a powerful opportunity for individuals, businesses, and entire economies to grow stronger. While remote work brought flexibility and autonomy, in-office collaboration fosters innovation, career advancement, and a renewed sense of purpose. By embracing this transition with the right mindset, employees can position themselves for success, companies can build stronger teams, and nations can drive greater economic productivity. Those who actively engage in the workplace can strengthen their skills, expand their professional ...

In Pleasure Valley, Washington, love is in the air. The town's richest, handsomest, and grumpiest business owners are working their way through the holidays. But there are a few women in town who prove distracting to the Pleasure Valley playboys. It includes the books: Her Brainy Scrooge Her Naughty Scrooge Her Bossy Scrooge Her Hunky Scrooge Her Heroic Scrooge Her Adventurous Scrooge Her Powerful Scrooge The Scrooges of Pleasure Valley Complete Collection features seven Christmas romances with a grumpy boss and virgin heroine. Each novelette is designed to be read in only one hour. If you ...

Christopher Adams joined the Army to pay for college…He didn't realize it was going to turn into a calling. It’s not easy moving every couple of years. Christopher’s always wanted to start a family, but he hasn't had the chance. And now his mother is using her new medical diagnosis to try to guilt him into settling down in her new hometown. What he doesn't expect is to fall for the labor and delivery nurse while he's visiting. Shannon West loves her job and her life. She's content to spend her days helping other people start their families, without much thought of starting one of her ...

This Holiday Season, Temptation Beckons—Can She Navigate Her Boss’s Irresistible Contract? Seraphina thought she had her life figured out. A business arrangement with the powerful Armando Devereux was supposed to provide security and stability—no strings, no emotions, just a professional partnership. The money is too good to refuse, but Seraphina finds herself caught between the thrill of newfound attraction and the instinct to protect her heart when their contract becomes more complicated and stressful. Armando is not just a man of wealth and influence; he’s a force of nature—...

Would you marry the most arrogant man you’ve ever met for a million dollars? James Marrying one of the richest, most eligible bachelors in New Zealand sounds like something out of a fairy tale, right? What girl could possibly say no if I proposed? Aroha Wihongi, that’s who. Marriage has never been high on my list of priorities, but my sister’s recent death has literally left me holding the baby—my four-month-old niece. Although having kids wasn’t on my list either, I have no intention of letting her absentee lowlife of a father within a mile of her. My lawyer says my chances of ...

Fake dating a billionaire instead of dancing at the club for extra money? Yes, please! He’s a tech genius who looks like a model and has a daredevil’s spirit. If he can’t conquer you with cold logic, he’s got fiery kisses in his arsenal. He’s also had his trust utterly destroyed in the past and plans to keep his frozen heart out of reach. I’m a pilot with a failing flight school and a load of debt. I don’t have time for men and their games while I take care of my grandfather. So, when the hot billionaire who’s been watching me dance in feathers becomes my newest flight ...

You are a good-hearted person with good intentions surrounded by good-hearted people with good intentions. Yet with the pressures of daily life, especially in the workplace, this is not always your experience. Seeing Good At Work provides 52 weekly steps to transform your experience in the workplace. Short readings and exercises, simple yet profound, point you in the direction of seeing the best in yourself and others in any situation. Our concept here is simple: Since what you look for you will find, look for good. But how do you put this simple concept into practice, especially in the ...

Hot isn't a hot enough word to describe corporate raider Fletcher Wolf, but since he's suing couturier Cara Fletcher for, oh, a gazillion dollars, she figures she shouldn't hit on him…at least not too hard. On top of that, she wonders if he's responsible for the harassment and vandalism that's plaguing her, irritants that escalate into crimes when her workshop is trashed to the tune of a hundred thousand dollars. The economic damage enables him to seize her company, bringing him into her life on a daily basis. When her Manhattan loft home is torched and her assistant murdered, Cara ...

He Already Has Money. He Wants Her … and a Baby Lela Williams is a beautiful, black woman studying architecture in college to make her life better. When she’s approached by Aaron Stone, an alpha male with a bank account to prove it, the sparks fly. Will she be ruled by her emotions or her intellect? Can she resist the sexy white man and all his money? And what happens after their long night of intense interracial passion? Click Look Inside for more hot details and to read a sample. PLEASE NOTE: This story contains adult themes and scenes of a sexual nature.

Are you struggling to lead your team effectively? Do you find yourself micromanaging or avoiding confrontation? If so, 30 Days to Stop Being a Shitty Boss is the perfect guide to help you transform your leadership style. This 30-day program offers a transformative approach to leadership development, with daily exercises that blend mindfulness techniques, communication strategies, and self-reflection. You'll learn how to identify and address common leadership challenges, communicate more effectively with your team, and develop a greater sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. ...

She signed a contract. Now, she belongs to the clause. Tiffany: I thought I’d landed my dream job—corner office, six figures, a foot in the door of Silicon Valley royalty. What I signed instead was a nudity clause buried in legalese and sealed with my damn signature. Now, I’m stripping on command, kneeling when ordered, and trying not to come when he touches me in public. I hate him for what he’s doing to me. I hate myself more for how my body reacts. But that bonus? That lifeline? It's got a chokehold on me, and Brakos knows exactly how to tighten it. Brakos: She thought she could ...

This was supposed to be my dream job. But my new boss seems determined to make it a nightmare. Landing the top job at Maddox Real Estate is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to my career. I know I’ve earned it, so nothing is going to stop me from making it a success. Not even Victor Maddox himself. He can clear everyone from his path with that grumpy scowl. Everyone, that is, except the single most important person in Victor’s life—his daughter. But I don’t give up so easily. I know that I can make him appreciate my assets for the job. And speaking of appreciating...

She's a meticulous cruise director who lives for the perfectly planned itinerary. He's a daring and wild adventurer who thrives on the unexpected. Rachel: Life on the Celestial Odyssey is all about order and planning. With my carefully crafted events and attention to detail, I ensure our guests have the time of their lives. But when Max Dalton steps on board with his thrill-seeking ways, my well-ordered world is turned upside down. He is infuriating and I'm pretty sure he's out for my job. But the more time we spend together I'm left wondering if my pulse is racing whenever he's around ...

Night Blooming Jazmine: Awakening in Sacred Duality An electrifying journey of transformation, desire, and spiritual alchemy... In a world where ancient magick meets modern life, Jazmine is a force of nature—mysterious, empowered, and beautifully complex. By day, she's a determined professional navigating the chaos of a demanding job, and by night, she delves into sacred rituals guided by the enigmatic spirit Ronove. Her path is one of celibate self-mastery and profound personal growth, as she reconciles the sacred teachings of her religious upbringing with the dark allure of demonic ...

Hutch, Tucker, and Eric have something in common... ...but whose harem is the hottest? Marriage counseling leads each one to the mysterious WifeEye devices, changing their worlds forever! It doesn't take them long to realize that 4G is nothing compared to the power in the air; the power to restore passion, rekindle love and turn nobodies into alpha-males! Who could possibly resist the allure of the ultimate tool to turn even the most volatile into the submissive woman of their dreams? Join Eric, Tucker, and Hutch as they work out just how much the secret technology has in store for them, ...

Paul thought it was going to a boring night in the hotel of watching porn and masturbating, but when his coworkers, sexy Asian May Lin and his boss, busty Tina show up at the hot tub ready to party, he realizes he's in for a night of naughty pleasure. Lots of taboo lesbian sex and fun!

The Concise Reads Management Series gives us some of the important tools in the management tool belt including problem solving, communicating, and building a team. The guides are concise on purpose and should take you no more than an hour or so to read but the principles within them take weeks and months to master. These are essential principles to find success as a manager or leader and therefore it is important that you absorb them and turn them into habits. Team Building: "Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." --Henry Ford The Team ...

101 Short Romance Outlines: Plots for Contemporary Romance in Duet Format with Alternating Viewpoints of Heroine/Hero Elevate your writing journey with an engaging plot outline for your next short romance, whether you are an aspiring author or a seasoned writer tackling a new genre! Discover Your Next Romance Plot: Make your writing dreams a reality with these carefully crafted outlines designed to inspire and energize your storytelling process. Romances are about feelings and the writer must show these feelings through the characters and their actions/reactions. Using an outline is the ...