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Love is supposed to be fulfilling for all the parties involved. But sometimes, it isn’t. One party may be getting the short end of the stick. This person may be you. Do you have a part of you that sees/feels something is wrong about your relationship but can’t exactly put a finger on it? Do you often have to justify your relationship to others, including yourself?

A rock star doesn't need a babysitter. It's just the stupid record label forcing them together. They think a reckless alpha like Seth needs a nice omega from Nebraska to keep him in line. Whatever. A self-made alpha doesn't need another lover to bring him down. After what his ex boyfriend did to him, Seth would rather stay single. Mister Rockstar in his pants can find his own action, without any stupid commitments. And Seth especially won't get involved with that beautiful "sobriety companion" the record label sent over. Mike doesn't need Seth. But he does need this job. "Sobriety companion...

Arnold Bennett was a British writer, famous for his realistic novels and many "self-help" books. He has great recommendations for daily life which, if anything, are more relevant now then when he wrote the book. This book motivates and encourages listeners to take control of themselves, be more decisive, and build a strong character. The book was originally titled The Human Machine and has gone through many printings. If you are in search of enlightenment, or just a good listen - this book is for you.

Art has the remarkable ability to capture the essence of human creativity, emotions, and culture. For centuries, it has served as a mirror reflecting our society's ever-evolving thoughts, passions, and perspectives. From the timeless masterpieces of the Renaissance to the cutting-edge innovations of contemporary artists, art continues to inspire, provoke, and move us in profound ways. Art collecting, an age-old practice that has transcended generations, allows individuals to become custodians of these profound expressions of human imagination.

All of society believes former actress Helen Grey to be mad, but after a decade imprisoned in a crumbling Yorkshire asylum, she's managed to cling to sanity. When a new doctor arrives, she finally sees an opportunity for freedom, and she'll do anything to not let it slip between her fingers. Dr. William Carter knows Miss Grey is using him, but he can't blame her. She's no madder than he is, yet she's spent years in this place. He'll help her escape, but they can't cross the line and give in to temptation—no matter how much he would like.­

The Land of Flickering Lights is a unique contribution to American political writing at this or any other time. Democratic Senator Michael Bennet from Colorado lifts a veil on Congress to reveal, in his words, "through a series of actual stories - about the people, the politics, the motives, the money, the hypocrisy, the stakes, the outcome - the pathological culture of the capitol and the consequences for us all."

Unattainable. That’s what he’s always been. Every day for the past year has been the same, so why now? His life in the Mori MC makes me hesitant to get involved, but I can handle anything for him. With him. The season of new beginnings is here. The best time to get some nuts to the chest and hope you don’t get your heart roasted, too.

Comic books have been captivating audiences for generations: taking us on thrilling adventures, introducing us to iconic superheroes, and immersing us in richly imagined worlds. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just discovering the magic of comic books, you're about to embark on an exciting journey into the realm of collecting, buying, selling, and accumulating these beloved treasures.

For seven long years, Sir Peregrine Sayre has tried to assuage his guilt over the horrifying events of his 21st birthday by immersing himself in political work - and by avoiding all entanglements with ladies of the ton. But when his mentor sends him on a quest to track down purportedly penitent prostitutes, the events of his less-than-innocent past threaten not just his own political career....

Fianna Cameron has devoted her life to avenging the death of her father, hanged as a traitor during the Irish Rebellion of 1798. Now, on the eve of her 30th birthday, only one last miscreant remains: Major Christopher Pennington, the English army officer who not only oversaw her father’s execution, but falsely maligned his honor. Fianna risks everything to travel to London and confront the man who has haunted her every nightmare.

For years, Theophilius Pennington has tried to forget his myriad shortcomings by indulging in wine, women, and witty bonhomie. But now that he’s inherited the title of Viscount Saybrook, it’s time to stop ignoring his responsibilities. Finding the perfect husband for his headstrong younger sister seems a good first step. Harriot Atherton has a secret: it is she, not her steward father, who maintains the Saybrook account books. But Harry’s precarious balancing act begins to totter when the irresponsible new viscount unexpectedly returns to Lincolnshire...

Adventurous Women Throughout History is full of examples of remarkable women who inspire and who fought to break down barriers. By listening to the stories of their can-do attitudes, you'll feel empowered to carry on, no matter what obstacles you face.

Dr. Omalu provides answers to parents who fear contact sports might cause injuries that have long-term effects. Should your child play contact sports? This audiobook will help you answer this question.

For years, you’ve been told that success is about grinding harder, pushing through exhaustion, and outworking everyone else. But what if that’s the biggest lie holding you back? In The Lie of Hard Work, E. Thomas Bonnet dismantles the toxic hustle culture myth and reveals why effort alone doesn’t lead to success—working the right way does. Drawing on psychology, productivity science, and real-world examples, this book shows you: Why discipline and willpower are overrated and unreliable. How most people waste 80% of their effort on the wrong things. The secret to leveraging momentum,...

Benedict Pennington's greatest ambition is not to paint a masterpiece, but to make the world's greatest art accessible to all by establishing England's first national art museum. Success in persuading a reluctant philanthropist to donate his collection of Old Master paintings brings his dream tantalizingly close to reality. Until Viscount Dulcie, the object of Benedict's illicit adolescent desire, begins to court the donor's granddaughter, set on winning the paintings for himself.

Previous published as Tejano Music Queen Lydia Mendoza 7.13.2020 copyright Ellie Crowe. Hold on to your dream, Lydia told herself. She dreamed of becoming a music star--- a Tejano music queen. But how could she? She was a young Mexican girl living in poverty on the borderlands between Mexico and Texas. Her papa said women could never become Tejano music stars. He said it just wouldn't be right. But Lydia was determined to prove him wrong. Lydia Mendoza fought poverty and discrimination against race and women to become a Latin American music sensation, the Lark of the Border, a Tejano Music ...

Hold on to your dream, Lydia told herself. She dreamed of becoming a music star--- a Tejano music queen. But how could she? She was a young Mexican girl living in poverty on the borderlands between Mexico and Texas. Her papa said women could never become Tejano music stars. He said it just wouldn't be right. But Lydia was determined to prove him wrong. Read how Lydia Mendoza fought poverty and discrimination against race and women to become a Latin American music sensation, the Lark of the Border, a Tejano Music Queen, and recipient of the highest music award -- the National Medal of the ...

Theodore Racksole, a rich American multimillionaire, buys the Grand Babylon Hotel, a luxurious hotel in London, as a whim - and then finds out there are strange things going on: a German prince is supposed to arrive but never turns up, someone is found murdered in the hotel, but then the body disappears. With the help of his independent daughter Nella and another German prince, Racksole sets out to solve the mystery.

A glorious collection of some of the finest British short stories ever written. The Dog – Arnold Bennet, Not On The Passenger List – Barry Pain, The Old Man’s Tale About The Queer Client – Charles Dickens, The Half Brothers – Elizabeth Gaskell, The Veiled Portrait – James McGovan, Markheim – Robert Louis Stevenson, The Bottle Imp – Robert Louis Stevenson, The Adventures Of The Kind Mr. Smith – William J. Locke, The Man Of Mystery – Barry Pain, The Brazilian Cat – Sir. Arthur Conan Doyle.

Alina Martin has done everything to make her family proud—business school, long hours at her father's corporate empire, doing secretarial work despite her business skills. She even obeys her father's rule that she must marry before she inherits his company and allows him to pick her suitor. But before she can carry out her destiny, her husband Todd seizes the company from her control, leaving her with nothing. And then Alina is killed in a suspicious accident.