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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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Business Ethics by Hicham and Mohamed Ibnalkadi


About Featured Book: business ethics by Hicham and Mohamed Ibnalkadi

This book aptly explains the essence of business ethics in a very detailed and comprehensive way. It thoroughly explains the basic terminologies and techniques. It follows the Core as well as Elective Courses of prestigious institutions like Wharton and Harvard Business Schools. It will provide you with a self-motivated way of studying the MBA course, unescorted by lengthy cum costly traditional Courses, thus equipping you with the freedom of space and time. This book is a part of ‘The Complete MBA Coursework Series’.

This Non-Fiction book is available in these Formats: eBook

Beyond The Darkness

About Beyond The Darkness

I have always felt like an outsider. A red rose in an otherwise white garden. The one who drowns yet floats simultaneously. While everyone around me was partying and creating this scandalous lifestyle, I was sitting at home with my nose in a book and my head in the clouds. Despite being warned to be cautious of Icarus, I admired him. I suppose flying too close to the sun was worth it if he could soar near the stars. One book after another, I found that literature took me to new worlds, safer, more beautiful places. The kind of places I would only dream of finding here on earth. In a sense, that could be viewed as a melancholy revelation, but, instead, it gave me a new sense of determination. My determination to create a magical land where everyone is accepted for who they are. A place that anyone can visit when life becomes too much or when the day gets too overwhelming. My heart and soul in literary form, ‘Beyond the Darkness.’

A poetry anthology about the heart-breaking reality of living in the darkness. A journey of hurting, healing and finding the light in the dark times. Not just the light of the stars or the sunshine but the light that exists within each and every person. Beyond the darkness there is light and the light is inside you.

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In Her Element: Sea Salt, Surrender, and A Journey to a Whole Life by Selina Delangre

In Her Element: Sea Salt, Surrender, and A Journey to a Whole Life by Selina Delangre

Selina Delangre has been in the sea salt business for over 30 years, so obviously this woman knows salt. She is the current owner of the most globally recognized natural sea salt brand, Celtic Sea Salt. Following in her father-in-law’s footsteps, Jacques Delangre (author of Sea Salt’s Hidden Powers), Selina writes about her challenges of growing a small family business into a thriving global empire. From the heartache of her mentor’s murder to navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic while keeping her business running, she has learned a lot throughout her journey. Sharing her real life personal and professional stories, Selina goes in depth of her trials as a woman owned business owner and her unique experience as a mother of a special needs son. She shares her knowledge of trends in the natural products industry, her understanding of the science behind healthy sea salt and her wisdom from learning a very spiritual journey as a mother of a son with severe brain damage.

This book is educational, inspiring and insightful for anyone who is a mother, business owner or interested in natural health.

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When Gods Clash by Rob James

When Gods Clash by Rob James

A genre-bending breakout novel from a bold, fresh voice in contemporary fiction. Think Highlander, all set in the present day.

‘Rob James’ WHEN GODS CLASH includes a fascinating take on Greek mythology through vivid world-building. This novel is a searing, unique makeover of loved themes.’

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Mastering Recovery: Find New Freedom and New Happiness Through Long-term Sobriety by Barry A. Lehman

Mastering Recovery: Find New Freedom and New Happiness Through Long-term Sobriety by Barry A. Lehman

Are you afraid you are not doing recovery right, even with more than two years of sobriety?
Has complacency set in and you have no idea what’s next on your sober journey?
Is there no joy and excitement possible in recovery?

In reality, recovery has only just begun.

In this book, Barry Lehman explores a part of recovery that has not often been discussed- how to keep the movement of sobriety alive and vital for the long-term. An experienced alcohol and drug abuse counselor for nearly thirty years, he outlines a path that builds on the major treatment models. With insight, questions, and suggestions, he develops an understanding of what can make the difference in building recovery beyond the first two years.

The result will be a new freedom and a new happiness that can grow through the deliberate practice of long-term sobriety well beyond two years. Embracing the challenges AND joys of life in recovery, you can find balance and hope that leads to new skills for change and progress.

There are ways that can help strengthen your daily living as a person in long-term recovery. When recovery becomes both a mindset and a lifestyle, it is not a chore. It is who we are.

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More Curious Questions

About More Curious Questions

Some of us are blessed, or perhaps cursed, with an enquiring mind. We have not lost that child-like thirst for knowledge. As Einstein wrote, “people like you and me never grow old. We never cease to stand like curious children before the great mystery into which we were born”. This book is designed to appeal to Peter Pans, those of us who share this sense of wonder.
Our focus will be on quotidian concerns, queries that add a little colour and understanding to our everyday lives, providing tidbits of information we can sprinkle liberally into our conversations at the bar or the dinner table. There is a glow of satisfaction to be had in setting the record straight and, at the same time, proving how smart you are.
More Curious Questions, a sequel to the Eric Hoffer Book Award category finalist, Fifty Curious Questions, looks at one hundred questions across a wide range of topics including nature, natural phenomena, dates and customs, food and drink, and life’s little mysteries.
Along the way we will be looking at what we used before toilet paper, how we will greet each other in a post-Covid-19 world, why queues snake, why we cannot resist puppy-dog eyes, how a bumblebee flies, how fast snowflakes travel, what was on the menu of London’s first Indian restaurant, why we can see the moon during the day, and much, much more.
Running through the book are more general themes, such as the way behavioural psychology is being used to change our habits, how the Covid-19 pandemic has led to a surge in keeping pets, solving jigsaw puzzles, sorting out lofts, and cardboard boxes, and how scientific experiments, some weird and others just bizarre, have helped push out the boundaries of human knowledge.
Within the pages, figures such as Pliny the Elder, Mark Twain, and the redoubtable Lady Mary Wortley Montagu will pop up with astonishing regularity.
More Curious Questions is a smorgasbord of facts and trivia, written in a light-hearted and informative style. The book is designed to be either devoured in one sitting or to be dipped in and out of. The choice is yours.

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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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