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A QUESTION OF CLASS by Maria Marotti

A QUESTION OF CLASS by Maria Marotti

Murder on a university campus. A highly placed administrator is found dead with a padlock bike chain around his neck. Even though circumstantial evidence points toward the victim’s antagonist, Captain Fusco, the detective assigned to the case follows a different path. His romance with an amateur sleuth provides him with information about life in academia. That helps him in discovering the systematic injustice of the academic world and helps him in finding the culprits.
A Question of Class is discounted to 0.99 until November 1. It is book 1 of Detective Captain Fusco Mystery Cases Series.

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At Least I’m Not The Frog: A Zany Memoir Of Alcoholism & Recovery

About At Least I’m Not The Frog: A Zany Memoir Of Alcoholism & Recovery

Fifty-four treatment facilities for alcoholism. Fifty-four million relapses. Five arrests. Four DUIs. Three fractured vertebrae. Two stints in jail. One skinny little gay boy.

This memoir chronicles the escapades of aspiring actor and writer Charlie Gray, his downward spiral into a vodka bottle, and his profound realizations about life, family, friends, booze, trauma, and relapse as a now-recovering alcoholic.

Charlie spent eleven years as a high-functioning, chronically relapsing drunkard. Beginning with his graduation from Drury University at age twenty-three, this book follows Charlie across twelve states as he’s exposed to the glittering underbelly of an addictive lifestyle and his stints in multiple rehabs, detoxes, sober homes, and psychiatric wards. It is through these zany, visceral, and illuminating stories that he weaves a message of growth and authenticity. His dreams were faded by the stain of vodka, yet he found a way to lift himself from those depths. A way to recapture and repurpose his zest for life.

His story offers unique insight into the method and mind of a habitually relapsing alcoholic, and the tools necessary to combat such an affliction. Charlie provides a candid tale for those who feel they’re forever doomed to be addicted, forever doomed to be in search of their identity and dignity. He is a friend in need to the still suffering alcoholic and addict, a source of solace in our dark, drunken hours. Those gross, cringe-inducing things you’ve done in your addiction? He’s done them, too. You’re not alone. You’re not wrong. You can recover.

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The Bardess of Rhulon by Verna McKinnon

The Bardess of Rhulon by Verna McKinnon

Rose Greenleaf dreams of becoming a bard and making her mark on the world. Her mother, Gerta, sees her daughter as a hopeless spinster at seventeen with abysmal cooking and sewing skills. With devious machinations worthy of the devil himself, her mother betroths Rose to her husband’s new partner.
Just to escape the coming nuptials and prove her own musical worth, Rose’s headlong flight runs her into the hands of slavers, a master spy, a dispossessed prince, a soul-sucking changeling, and into the middle of an insidious plot to take over a kingdom – a much more preferable choice of perils.

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THE BE(K)NIGHTED by Mark Harbinger

THE BE(K)NIGHTED by Mark Harbinger

MARSHALL. The voices of his childhood schizophrenia had always haunted him. But, his powers weren’t from those; they were from the other voices— the real ones. Now, the government, his surrogate family of rogue former superheros, and warring Demi-Gods all demand Marshall’s help.

PALLA. When the irreverent CEO of the Blue Rooks Church was asked to take Marshall under her wing, she discovered Marshall and the Church have a history that is dark and complicated. In order to save both, she is faced with moving beyond doubt, and embracing a cosmic destiny.

END DAY. Can Marshall find his own voice in time?

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“Doctor Fate” meets “The Good Doctor”—The Be(k)nighted is a an epic slipstream (mostly urban fantasy) with a truly unique protagonist. The reviews confirm it’s a remarkable ride:

“The Be(k)nighted is a spellbinding narrative that will draw in readers from the first few sentences and leave them on the edge of their seats to the very last page…[the author’s] care and perspective of those who suffer from a mental illness is particularly riveting and provides a much-needed vantage point that is too often reduced to a stereotype, marginalized, or ignored altogether.” (5/5 STARS)
— Seattle Book Review

“The Be(k)nighted is a tightly-woven web of intrigue and adventure, melding genres through deft storytelling.”
—Tim Marquitz, author of the Demon Squad Series

“The assemblage of characters from different races is enriching…” (3/4 STARS)
— Onlinebookclub.org Review

“This is thoughtful and deep fiction for both young adults and their parents…” (5/5 STARS)
— Portland Book Review

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The Switching Hour: A Halloween Reverse Harem Romance by Krista Wolf

The Switching Hour: A Halloween Reverse Harem Romance by Krista Wolf

Being trapped under house arrest in a haunted Victorian seems like a Halloween nightmare. But not when Silvana’s got three VERY sizzling locals to keep her company…

Inheriting my great-grandfather’s mansion seemed like the perfect escape from my troubled past, especially since I could renovate while under house arrest. But when I left warm, sunny Miami for a cold house deep in the New Hampshire wilderness? I had no idea what I was getting myself into.

Enter Cyrus, the leather-clad, motorcycle-riding loner who just so happens to have contracting experience. Between his piercing ice blue eyes and those of his broad-shouldered, just-as-gorgeous friend Nolan, the sheriff’s deputy, the two of them are willing to take turns keeping me in line.

Then there’s Hudson, spiritualist and amateur ghost-hunter, the third friend to round out their hot little trio. With jet black hair and dark, glimmering eyes, I find myself melting into a puddle whenever I’m around him. Or any of them, really. But especially when all three are with me at once.

It’s all fun and games until my past shows up to drag me back into trouble, which was bound to happen. And the old Victorian my great-grandfather built holds secrets of its own, some of which are as fascinating as they are terrifying.

Can a girl find love wearing an ankle-monitor with a radius three beautiful hunks wide? Or am I doomed to spend Halloween in my haunted house in the darkened wood all alone?

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Parrot Adventures: A Day At The Races by Joanna Trelawny

Parrot Adventures: A Day At The Races by Joanna Trelawny

When a spunky parrot visits the dog track, he isn’t expecting his friend to win- or to discover a rival bird inside the trophy! How will Pobble put him in his place?

Being part of the winning team is wonderful- but who is the cheeky parrot who is trying to muscle in on the action?

This is the 6th book in the Parrot Adventures series and Pobble meets up with his old friend, Maisy Maserati, who lives up to her name by showing the field a clean pair of heels!

This simple, humorous story teaches children how to deal with jealousy, and comes with a coloring book download.

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Escape to Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold

Escape to Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold

What Doug finds in the secret compartment of his new red Corvette will forever change both his and Catherine’s life. Doug and Catherine come from two different worlds. Catherine’s world is one of privilege and wealth. Doug grew up dirt poor and full of envy of others who had the things that he wanted but could not have. His goal was to one day have all the things he coveted. Their worlds collide when Catherine, VP of a large New York City marketing firm, hires Doug. As soon as Doug learns of Catherine’s wealth, he sees Catherine as his ticket to all the things he covets. After a whirlwind courtship, they are married.

Poor boy meets rich girl should have resulted in happily ever after — not exactly. Doug quickly learns he also covets independence. Events begin to unfold in each of their lives. For Doug, it is his mysterious discovery in the secret compartment of the Corvette. For Catherine, it is a business meeting with Alex Droxell at the Osprey Cove Lodge. When Catherine enters the beautiful and serene lodge, it’s as though she is entering another place and time. The lodge is an escape from the nightmare she is living back home.

Authors Note: The Osprey Cove Lodge series is uniquely written, spanning seven geographic locations from the scenic Canadian region of the Rideau lakes to the beautiful shores of the Caribbean. An interesting web of mystery develops as the characters’ lives intertwine. The Osprey Cove Lodge series setting was born from my love of the beauty of this region in Canada. The description of the lodge is so beautiful and inviting that you will want to pack your bags and head there. The series is written in a continuing fashion; please be sure to read the books in the order written.

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Renegade Angel by Laura Navarre

Renegade Angel by Laura Navarre

Four warring races. Three men she can never trust. And one galactic armageddon only their forbidden passion can prevent.

Renegade Angel is an epic, hyper-sexy, reverse harem space opera/sci fi action romance. Laura Navarre delivers turbocharged outer space action with a kickass heroine, heart-stopping cliffhangers, and a whole lot of heat.

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The Devil and Dayna Dalton by Brit Lunden

The Devil and Dayna Dalton by Brit Lunden

Reporter Dayna Dalton’s reputation has been ruined since birth. The daughter of wild child, Becky Dalton, is expected to follow her mother’s footsteps; never given a chance to prove she’s different. Dayna’s been in love with Clay Finnes since she was a teenager. Her unrequited love for Sheriff Finnes leaves her empty. He’s happily married and unavailable. Instead, Dayna finds herself stuck in the revolving door of bad relationships. But this is Bulwark, Georgia, a town where strange things are always happening. Dayna is doomed to this loveless life until she can find someone who will appreciate the depth of her character. Can she overcome her fears and look beyond her own perceptions to accept a greater love?
*Contains Sexual Content*

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Totally Frosted: A Shifter Speed Dating Romance by Zoey Indiana

Totally Frosted: A Shifter Speed Dating Romance by Zoey Indiana

Need to deliver an order for shifter speed dating, what could go wrong?

I’ve watched the years drag by, waiting for the day I can remove my curse. Forced into an unnatural form, my shifter beast screams for release. Then a friend calls with a request. His new dating service needs cookies, and I own every bakery in town. Fated mates aren’t real, so his business must be a scam.

But the human woman owner of my latest acquisition protests my takeover of her bakery, I feel in my soul she’s my fated mate. It’s too late to change bakeries. I have to convince her to do me a favor… the man who just stole her livelihood.

My first mistake was stealing her bakery. The second was thinking I could tell her what to do. If she finds out about my curse, she’ll laugh me right out of town. It’s my darkest secret. If anyone finds out, I’m a dead shifter.

Totally Frosted is the eighth in a series of short, steamy, shifter holiday romances. If you love laughing, cursed heroes, and fated mates, then you won’t want to miss out on this treat… Downloa

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My Heart Before You

About My Heart Before You

Accidentally macing a coworker in the Boston Commons is not how Emilie Hunt intended on making friends. It’s taken her years to get where she is today–starting over in a city that doesn’t haunt her with memories, and returning to her beloved career as a nurse.

After a decade and a half dedicating his life to his surgical career, Colin Abernan is struggling with his newly reduced work hours, especially after his father’s unexpected death. Having already lost his mother to cancer at thirteen, he’s unimaginably hollow now that he’s utterly alone.

Colin has too much time to think about his grief, and the pulling connection he shares with his colleague, although she’s emotionally off limits. When a simple touch in the hospital corridor holds the potential to change their relationship, Emilie doubts she can open her heart again–even to a man who fixes them for a living.

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Salvage Bay (The Firm series Book 1)

About Salvage Bay (The Firm series Book 1)

They tried to control him. Now, he has become their worst nightmare.

Salvage Bay

Chuck Brandt is a man with a dark and mysterious past. He is a passenger, along with his alleged wife, Rebecca Bacharov, on a cargo cruise up the Inside Passage to Alaska. However, this is no normal voyage. The ship has seemingly been taken over by a crew of terrorists. Chuck doesn’t know who they are, exactly, only that they have seized the ship and its dangerous cargo. The captain’s destination of a remote Alaskan island makes no sense. Of more concern, the man in control of the ship is a dangerous psychopath. But he is not the only threat. An elusive stowaway is targeting crewmen. Chuck and the four other passengers find themselves trapped on a death ship, but this is nothing compared to what they face when they arrive at Salvage Bay.

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The Girl in the Woods by Jim Riley

The Girl in the Woods by Jim Riley

After the body of teenager Rachel Chastain is discovered in the national forest, the town of Evergreen is surprised and shocked.

What’s even more surprising are the secrets the victim left behind. Sheriff Sam Cates is called in to investigate, along with her fiancee, Wade Dalton.

Soon, connections with Rachel and people in high places come to light. Something is not right in this small town. But who could have wanted to murder the young woman, and for what reason?

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A DEAD MAN’S EYES

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Lisa Jamison has done well for a single mom who got pregnant at fifteen. She’s a reporter at a well-respected newspaper and her teenage daughter is both an athlete and honors student. Though their relationship is rocky these days, Lisa has accomplished what she set out to do. She has given her daughter the kind of life she never had. But all that changes when Lisa sees her daughter in the eyes of a dead man. The cops call it a drug killing, but Lisa doesn’t believe it. She knows her ex-boyfriend was no drug dealer even though she hadn’t seen him in sixteen years. Lisa ignores warnings from her medical-examiner friend. She fails to heed barely veiled threats from the sheriff of a neighboring county. Instead, she risks her life and the lives of her daughter and their closest friend on a dangerous quest for answers. The investigation leaves Lisa fighting for her family in a morbid, black market world she never knew existed. She learns that trust is complicated and that she, despite her cynical nature, has been blind. She trusted the wrong people and now she might have to pay with her life.

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The Prophet

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A series of predicted murders brings small-time preacher, Billy Curtis, fame and fortune, but is he a prophet or a murderer? A local detective with a score to settle believes the latter and makes it his mission to bring him to justice.

The Prophet – Blurring the lines between good and evil

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How to Write a Business Plan With No Experience: A Simple Guide With Tons of Business Plan Examples to Achieve a Successful Business and Attain Profitability

About How to Write a Business Plan With No Experience: A Simple Guide With Tons of Business Plan Examples to Achieve a Successful Business and Attain Profitability

Many business owners find themselves overwhelmed in their business planning process, or even worse, they outsource the planning to an unqualified professional.
Don’t let your fear of not being able to write a business plan prevent you from pursuing your dreams and goals.
This book is the perfect solution for new business owners who feel like they’re in over their heads or current business owners who need a little more guidance on what to do next.
After all, a business idea is only as good as the foundation you build it upon.
Learn how to be smart about your business and what it takes to make it work. You’ll learn how to start right, keep your business on the path to success, and how to prepare for what you’re up against.
In this business-changing book, you will learn what factors make a successful business plan that will set your business up for success, how to attain loyal customers that will always support your company, and the best ways to achieve profitability.
From start to finish, you will know exactly what information is needed in a business plan to get your dream off the ground on the right track.

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The Cleaner, the Cat and the Space Station by Fay Abernethy

About The Cleaner, the Cat and the Space Station by Fay Abernethy

What if a hidden alien space station orbited the Earth, secretly protecting us from invasion?
A heart-warming, multi-protagonist adventure featuring a diverse cast and some shape-shifting space demons.

FREE between February 9-13, 2023

Since leaving Ethiopia, Hanna has survived in London by working illegally as a cleaner. When tragedy strikes, help arrives in a surprising form and Hanna is welcomed into an unusual new family: a school for human recruits to the Shantivira, the secret alien space station which protects the Earth from extra-terrestrial invasion. But Hanna discovers a spy in their midst, reporting to an organisation unconvinced by the Shantivira’s friendly image…

Lucy is horse-riding on Dartmoor when a mysterious being appears out of the mist and offers her the chance to train as a pilot on the Shantivira. Unnerved, Lucy’s instinct is to refuse. But then she is approached by an organisation claiming the Shantivira’s motives are more sinister, and they persuade her to become their spy…

Joe is bored. Being the captain of the Shantivira isn’t the challenge he’d hoped it’d be. And although he believes his fellow humans should be informed about the existence of aliens, he can’t see how to do this without causing global mayhem. Then a stray asteroid hits the ISS and takes the decision out of his hands…

This imaginative blend of fantasy and science fiction is a must-read for fans of Tolkien, Ursula Le Guin, Doctor Who, Douglas Adams and Becky Chambers.

What readers are saying about The Cleaner, the Cat and the Space Station:
“Perfect for Becky Chambers fans”— Amazon FR review
“Amazing…one of those you can’t put down” — Goodreads review
“A holiday read with a difference” — Amazon UK review
“A charming and rewarding read” — Amazon US review

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Finding Gina by Lizzie Chantree

Finding Gina by Lizzie Chantree

‘A sweet romance for anyone who wants to be swept away by a good chick-lit read with a cast of colourful characters and satisfying happily ever afters.’
★★★★★ ‘Magic! This book is like a warm cup of coffee with some magic stars sprinkled on top.’ – Heidi Reads

If you enjoy irresistible humour, warmth and romance, you’ll love this gorgeous magical adventure. From the international bestselling author of, My Perfect Ex.

After taking a wrong turn in the road, Gina parked her little campervan on the front lawn of a beautiful English manor house and sighed in relief. No one knew her here, so perhaps she could stop running from her past and give her heart time to heal.

Fledgling wedding events owner and heir to the estate, Toby, needed someone to help him run the business and fast. If he didn’t make money this year, then his aunt’s legacy might crumble to the ground, around him.

From his little cottage on the estate grounds, Lewis read another provincial story about a ‘guardian angel’ who had been helping families across the country and his reporter’s nose began to itch. He was sure that is he could track down the girl they were talking about, he would unearth an even bigger story. He just had to work out how to locate her and then find out what it was she was running from.

♥ Praise for Lizzie Chantree ♥

★★★★★ ‘ I was enthralled the minute I started reading it, it was so good.’ – Rona Griffiths
★★★★★ ‘This book has it all: romance, mystery, intrigue. There’s even a side of decadent biscuits and cake!’ – Isabella May
★★★★★ ‘You are in the hands of a brilliant writer. How do you turn a story about dysfunctional families, into a soulful, heart-warming book that I defy you to put down and not read cover to cover.’ – Amazon reviewer
★★★★★ ‘Really worth a read – Lizzie Chantree can really compete with her contemporaries (I’m a long devotee of Lisa Jewell and Freya North).’ – Emma Makey
★★★★★ ‘Magical!’ – Amazon reviewer

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Riding with Ghosts, Angels, and the Spirits of the Dead by John Russell

Riding with Ghosts, Angels, and the Spirits of the Dead by John Russell

As the multiple award-winning author of my first nonfiction book—Riding with Ghosts, Angels, and the Spirits of the Dead—I’ll bring you along with me on a truly magical ride as I travel thousands of miles off the beaten path to explore the paranormal from the seat of my beloved motorcycle, Melissa. Everywhere I roam ghosts, angels, and the spirits of the dead come to greet me, communicating intriguing messages to me and providing me with an incredible array of otherworldly manifestations.

Come along with me on an exciting daylong ride filled with mind-blowing supernatural interactions that appear to have been instigated by the intelligences behind crop circles.

Hike with me through vast, lonely woods as I experience a lifesaving encounter with a ghostly owl and a Native American Indian Spirit in a haunted forest.

Let’s enjoy together a day’s ride from my home base in Florida to Georgia, arriving at Savannah’s famed Bonaventure Cemetery for a revealing paranormal investigation that left me astounded, giving proof that invisible intelligences watch us and hear the words we speak.

And then, just imagine: making a phone call…to a ghost?

Encountering—and having interactions with—multiple UFOs.

In the aftermath of a notorious tropical storm ride along with me as I experience mystical weather events that are so bizarre that it makes me wonder if storms are controlled by intelligent entities, or if the tempests themselves may be cognizant.

Join me as I ride to a historic Civil War battlefield and share in my amazement when I’m treated to one of the most authentic battle reenactments possible…conducted by the phantoms of the soldiers who fought there.

Enjoy these and more incredible true stories of the paranormal. Come along for the ride! Buy your copy today.

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