Virtual Workplace

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 ...

The best way to get over a guy is to get under another one... right? ALEXIS: After my ex conned me out of my savings and shattered my trust, I decided to stay on board this luxury cruise ship after my best friend, Claire's wedding. Two weeks of sun, sand, and carefully calculated rebounds should do the trick. My curves have never failed to attract attention, and I plan to use every weapon in my arsenal to forget my heartache. TREVOR: Give me engines, gauges, and control panels any day. But people? They're complicated, unpredictable, and impossible to troubleshoot. Now I'm being forced to ...

5X Best-Selling & Award-Winning Author and Podcaster; Leadership, HR, Innovation, Future of Work, & Culture Global Thought Leader; Chair/Professor of Organizational Leadership; Change/OD/HR/Social Impact Consultant Work is constantly evolving, and organizations need to equip their leaders with the tools to navigate change while fostering employee engagement, productivity, and well-being. In this book, leadership expert Jonathan H. Westover lays out a roadmap for establishing purpose-driven leadership in uncertain times. Drawing from research and case studies, Westover outlines strategies ...

They haven’t spoken since the kiss. Now they’re stuck on the road with no AC, one unexpected detour, and the man Hallie swore she was done with. When a booking mix-up puts Hallie Archer back in a car with her ex-boss Adam Cameron, neither of them are thrilled. Their last encounter ended in silence and regret. But what starts as a tense road trip to a business conference quickly turns into something else: a washed-out highway, a shared cabin deep in the woods, and a night that forces every buried feeling to the surface. He's older, untouchable, emotionally shut down. She’s impulsive, ...

He’s running to honor a memory. She’s seeking a prescription for hope. Together, they’ll discover the healing power of love. After fleeing an emotionally abusive relationship, Laura Ford lands in Seattle, determined to rebuild her life. Taking a new job as a pharmaceutical sales representative, she hopes the city’s fresh start will help her outrun her past. What she doesn’t expect is Dr. John Benford, a talented surgeon with a guarded heart, who’s grappling with his own haunting guilt over losing a close friend during surgery. Their paths cross in the halls of the hospital and ...

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 ...

I'm the boss, caught between desire and self-preservation. Destiny Chad Sanders, a border patrol officer, sets my world ablaze. When he discovers my secret desires, we start an off-limits workplace romance. Midnight rendezvous become our dangerous routine. But when HR accuses Chad of working with the cartel, it implicates me. Can I save Chad and myself from losing it all? Chad I'm caught in the crosshairs of desire every time I see Destiny Anderson. She’s a seductive, curvy vixen next door. Our forbidden workplace romance blazes hotter than the San Diego sun. But, in a heated battle ...

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 ...

Bullying in the workplace is an increasingly present phenomenon within relationships at work. However, the need to prove that bullying has occurred before action can be taken is an immediate obstacle to moving forward in difficult workplace relationships. The ambiguity and subjectivity associated with the concept of bullying becomes an obstacle to creating more effective responses to their situation for all involved in difficult workplace relationships. Those who feel bullied, those who are accused of bullying and those who manage such situations can be distracted from attempts to resolve ...

Ben's wicked sister-in-law inherited just about everything... ...except for his father's mysterious vintage clothing store! After the death of his estranged family, Ben discovers that his father's vintage clothing store holds a remarkable ability. The ability to turn him into an alpha-male, sought after by every desperate woman he clothes! The humble professor isn't without customers for long, as gorgeous young coeds quickly discover the fashion paradise and its irresistible owner. Before he can get things under control, he's up to his ears in submissive cheerleaders and thirsty bookworms! ...

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!

When Lisa Marsh reluctantly agrees to serve Thanksgiving dinner at the local community center, she’s not prepared for the chaos that ensues. Between the lively teenagers, fiercely independent veterans, eccentric seniors, and one particularly gruff homeless man named Pete, the evening spirals into a disaster. But when her best friend dares her to do more, Lisa accepts the challenge: she’s going to help Pete turn his life around—whether he likes it or not. Her plan? Simple: clean him up (starting with a shave), find him a job, and make him respectable. Pete, however, has no interest in ...

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.

Power isn't measured in height or physical strength. Real power comes from the widening of pupils when you enter a room. Meg Harris wields her calculated sexuality like both shield and weapon, transforming Metropolitan Library's stuffy exhibitions into cultural sensations. When she acquires explicit medieval manuscripts for her most provocative exhibition yet, she doesn't expect Landon Reid—aristocratic heir demanding his family's private legacy be returned. "I strut into Metropolitan Library, my red-bottomed heels announcing my arrival before I do. My fitted pencil skirt and silk blouse ...

Now that her sisters, Crystal and Ava, are moving on with their lives, it's time for Layla Langston to do the same. Experiencing burnout and lack of purpose, Layla is ready for a change and leaves Langston Brands to live life on her own terms. She dares to pursue her own dreams--dreams that lead her to start a new career as a journalist and thrust her in the middle of a murder investigation that just may put her life in danger. Mason Sterling's goal is twofold -- to get the best story possible and make Houston's local congresswoman pay for her crimes. What he doesn't want or need is anyone ...

A timely, thought-provoking, and heart-opening book that reframes the conversation around diversity and inclusion by offering a new vision for creating harmony in the workplace. Featuring inspiring stories from: John Alaimo, Karen Borofski, Claudia Cauterucci, Kristen Crockett, Dianne Eldridge, Quentin Finney, Marcella Gravalese, J.Reggie Hall, Rishi Kumar, Kayleigh O’Keefe, M. Reali-Elliott ~ ~ ~ The word diversity has become a loaded term in American corporate culture. Worse still, much of our current culture seeks to blame, shame, and silence individuals who genuinely want to engage ...

My steamy hot one-night stand and now he is my Boss. One last trip before looking for my next dream job. And there he was a stranger, Brian, extremely sexy with his pepper gray hair. We had one mind-blowing night together. Turns out, I landed a new job but, Brian Kerrigan is the CEO of the company and my new grumpy boss. The steamy romance between us picks up right where we left off, after spending the night at his huge penthouse and sleeping in those strong muscular arms. Now we are having this completely sexy office affair. He desperately wants this romance between us to continue, but I ...

One left out billionaire looking for love + one feisty small town policewoman = a satisfying enemies to lovers clean short romance! After years apart, Cody and Renee return to their small hometown, both carrying memories and wounds from the past. Cody, a sheriff grieving the loss of his wife, moves back to help his family, hoping for a fresh start. Renee, a recently divorced real estate agent, has come home to rebuild her life after raising her kids. Their paths cross again when Cody enlists Renee’s help to find a house, and sparks from their high school days begin to reignite. As they ...

Transform Your Career with Resilience: Unlock the Secrets to Thriving in the Modern Workplace! Are you a young professional feeling overwhelmed by workplace challenges and setbacks? You're not alone. In today's fast-paced business environment, the pressure to succeed can be daunting. But what if you could equip yourself with the mental tools to not only navigate these challenges but also emerge stronger and more successful? The Resilient Professional offers a comprehensive guide to building the mental toughness needed to stress-proof your career. This book promises to transform your ...

The Underwear Uprising Nobody Asked For (But Everyone Needs): EPIC EXITS III is Here There are books. There are bold books. And then there’s EPIC EXITS III — The Story of an Underwear Revolution: a chaotic, sweat-drenched, lion-roaring, menopause-powered masterpiece that somehow—against all odds —makes perfect sense. This is not just a book. This is a movement. (And in some cases, a pelvic one—see: **Spuddle Man Pants™**.) Bollocky & Buff, once a forgotten relic of bargain bins and uncomfortable gussets, has risen like a phoenix in properly ventilated knickers—and you’re ...