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Kiyomi and the Sacred Dreamlily by Kristi Shimada

About Kiyomi and the Sacred Dreamlily by Kristi Shimada

Kiyomi, a spirited and adventurous young girl, blossomed from a divine seed of the sacred Dreamlily and lived alone. One day, she embarked on a courageous and heartfelt journey as she floated down the shimmering Yume River. Kiyomi embraced the unknown, building deep friendships along the way and uncovering the hidden wonders of the extraordinary, magical world around her.

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Where the Crown Fell

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In the quiet woods of Thaloria, Eleanor Labrelle lives a sheltered life—until her mother, Zara, dies with a final, haunting wish: that Eleanor returns to the court of Wonderworth and claim her birthright. With nothing left to tether her, Eleanor ventures into the infamous Outlands—an ancient, cursed forest no soul crosses unchanged. What awaits on the other side is a kingdom of splendour and secrets, where power is currency, and every smile may hide a dagger.
Eleanor finds an unlikely connection with Prince Roman of Bravethorne—a man bound to another by duty yet drawn to Eleanor by fate. Their bond deepens into forbidden love, igniting tensions within the Court and threatening fragile alliances between kingdoms.
Where the Crown Fell is a sweeping tale of forbidden love, political intrigue, and a young woman’s fight to step out of exile and into power—if she can survive long enough to claim it.

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Adam and Eve Were Chinese

About Adam and Eve Were Chinese

What if humanity’s true origin story is not singular, but plural?

In Adam and Eve Were Chinese, the author challenges one of the most sacred assumptions of modern anthropology: that all humans came from a single ancestral point in Africa. Through a compelling mix of demographic analysis, linguistic study, symbolism, and philosophical exploration, this book proposes an alternate lens – one where multiple Genesis events occurred across different regions, and where East Asia, particularly China, may represent humanity’s deepest living root.

With a narrative that bridges science, myth, and mathematics, the author invites readers to rethink long-held ideas about population dominance, linguistic evolution, and the silent clues buried in ancient texts. What if the biblical “Eastward in Eden” reference was not just poetic, but geographical? What if the oldest living civilization points not to a branch of humanity’s story, but to its very trunk?

This book does not seek to dismiss the Out-of-Africa model outright but instead offers an expansive reimagining – one that makes room for complexity, parallel emergence, and a deeper understanding of who we are and where we come from. Through an accessible, thought-provoking style, Adam and Eve Were Chinese opens the door to a broader conversation about human origins, one that respects the known evidence while daring to ask bigger questions.

For anyone who has ever wondered whether the story we’ve been taught is the full story, this book offers a provocative and rewarding journey into possibility.

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Bomber Jackets by Rob Santana

About Bomber Jackets by Rob Santana

It’s 1977 Bay Ridge, Brooklyn- the summer of Son of Sam, the Bronx fires, The NYC Blackout, and a relentless heat wave.
Gang member and wannabe landlord Patrick lives by the code: loyalty, toughness, and silence.

But when he falls into a secret affair with Erica, an alluring crossdresser in his building, everything he knows begins to unravel.

Their passion is intoxicating — and forbidden.

As the walls close in, secrets collide with violence, and Patrick must make an impossible choice between the crew that raised him and the love that could destroy him.

Bomber Jackets is a gritty, emotionally charged novel about masculinity, shame, and the high price of forbidden love.
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Once Upon a Hike (Emerald Hearts) by Eliana West

About Once Upon a Hike (Emerald Hearts) by Eliana West

Benjamin Colton is struggling to keep his world from falling apart, trapped by the demands of his scheming stepmother and her high-maintenance twins. With his trust fund finally within reach, he must endure their chaos a little longer. The only thing keeping him going is Hyas House—his beloved childhood home and the last remaining link to his parents.

Max Huntington, dubbed “The Prince of the Wilderness” by the press, is tired of proving he’s more than a nepo baby. He worked his way up from the warehouse to the boardroom of Huntington Outfitters, determined to earn his place. But his mother refuses to hand over the reins of their billion-dollar empire until he finds the “right” partner. Sent to Seattle for a business deal he doesn’t believe in, Max expects nothing but frustration—until he meets Benjamin, the reserved stepson who seems immune to his charm. Suddenly, his trip is about more than business.

Under starry skies, sparks fly. Benjamin and Max must navigate family expectations, ambition, and an undeniable attraction. Can they rewrite their own fairy tale, or will reality tear them apart before their adventure begins?

A modern Cinderella story, Once Upon a Hike combines a sexy billionaire, found family, opposites attract with a dash of hurt/comfort, and of course the great outdoors. What’s not to love?

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Devil and the Deep Blue Fish By Amy Lane

About Devil and the Deep Blue Fish By Amy Lane

PI Jackson Rivers and Henry Worrall have gotten used to throwing themselves into danger as a team, so when Henry is hurt badly one night defending a friend and her teenage ward, it’s all hands on deck for Jackson, his fiancé Ellery Cramer, their firm, and their friends. Henry is battling for his life. The least they can do is hunt down Henry’s shooter and keep the intended victims safe.

Knowing Jackson will dedicate himself to tracking down a very dangerous assailant with no regard to his own safety, Ellery makes one stipulation: Jackson needs a temporary partner. Jackson finds a good one in someone from the firm’s past, but while Jackson’s figuring out a new rhythm on zero sleep and a lot of desperation, Ellery and their friends are putting together a puzzle with a lot more pieces than Henry’s random shooting. Somebody in their city is preying on teenagers in a most insidious way, and nobody in their circle is going to let this stand.

Jackson has spent a year and a half trying to heal from physical and emotional wounds, and this case is going to make him look at every choice he’s made to survive. Ellery—and Ellery’s mother—will do anything to help him, but does Jackson finally have emotional defenses to fight his own demons while he’s slaying dragons for the family he’s found, or will he drown in his own remorse? Sometimes, when you’re a kid on the streets, living past tomorrow means choosing between the Devil and the Deep Blue Fish

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Perfect Vengeance by Tee O’Fallon

About Perfect Vengeance by Tee O’Fallon

Trusting him could save her…or destroy her.

Robin Hood meets the Sopranos—wearing high heels…an insanely dangerous scheme Gina Perot and her friends hatched to steal from the mob and donate the loot to a worthy cause. Successful Wall Street investment banker by day, cat burglar by night, Gina leads a double life. But she’s never forgotten how the mob and the FBI destroyed her family and ripped her life apart. Now it’s time for payback. Charity and revenge all rolled into one. Perfect. Until Gina’s scheme sends her crashing headfirst into a major FBI investigation and facing heavy-duty federal obstruction charges. And, the hottest, most frustrating man she’s ever met.

Stop stealing from the mob or else…is the order FBI Strike Force Special Agent Jack Gates gives Gina. But Jack quickly learns he can no sooner control a force of nature like Gina than he can control where a tornado sets down. Facing a court-ordered deadline, Jack needs Gina’s cat burglar skills to help him bring down a powerful Mafioso. He makes her an offer she can’t refuse: go to jail or work for him as an FBI cooperator. When the mob learns Gina’s been ripping them off, Jack is determined to keep her safe at all costs. Even if that means confessing his terrible secret and losing her forever.

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The Ignoble Lie (Of Gods & Men: Book I) by Matthew Peters

The Ignoble Lie (Of Gods & Men: Book I) by Matthew Peters

What if the Ark of the Covenant isn’t a reference to the chest containing the Ten Commandments God revealed to Moses atop Mount Sinai?

What if it refers to the tomb of an Egyptian pharaoh whose contents would revolutionize religious history?

As ex-Jesuit Scott Larson and adventuress Zady Jones learn, such a discovery can be deadly.

A terrorist attack on the Great Pyramid of Giza ratchets up the tension in Washington, D.C., where President John Jenkins has been impeached for an order declaring the U.S. a Judeo-Christian nation. The terrorists threaten more attacks in Egypt and the U.S. unless their demand is met—and it’s something only Larson and Jones can give them. When the efforts to meet the terrorists’ demand goes awry and Zady’s sister is kidnapped, Larson and Jones race to save her. Along the way, they receive a series of mysterious clues that point to the existence of a shocking historical secret, one that could not only topple Jenkins’ presidency but upend Judeo-Christianity.

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Pierce the Darkness

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In this electrifying international thriller, knife-throwing impalement artist Genevieve “Blade” Broussard is caught in the crossfire of a deadly conspiracy to assassinate world leaders at the United Nations.

When Blade accepts a lucrative offer to perform at billionaire René Martel’s villa, she has no idea she’s stepping into a world of international intrigue and long-buried family secrets. As Blade stumbles upon a chilling plot that could upend the world’s power structures, she’s forced to unearth hidden truths about her mysterious past and the mother who abandoned her.

Barely escaping with her life, Blade forges an unlikely alliance with the Soldati di Cristo, an ancient brotherhood dedicated to protecting the innocent. When their headquarters is destroyed, only a remnant of their force is left to fight. Blade has no other choice but to head into a maelstrom of the shadowy world of assassins and covert operatives.

As the body count rises and the stakes escalate, Blade must face shocking revelations about her own identity. Who is she really? Why was she given up for adoption? And what connection does she have to the dangerous man at the center of it all?

From the sultry streets of New Orleans to the perilous heights of the Swiss Alps, Blade will go head-to-head with merciless assassins, corrupt officials, and a madman whose influence reaches the highest levels of global authority.

With time running out and a devastating attack on world leaders looming, Blade finds herself navigating a treacherous web of deception, where trust is a luxury she can’t afford. Her journey will push her to her physical and emotional limits, forcing her to confront the darkness of her past—and in her own heart.

Debut Author Nannette Potter introduces an indomitable heroine in Blade, a woman compelled to question everything she once believed. Don’t miss the thriller that readers are hailing as “unputdownable” and “a relentless page-turning ride.” Pierce the Darkness isn’t just a novel—it’s an adventure that will leave you breathless, exhilarated, and eager for more.

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Treasure & Treachery (The Texas Hill Country Murders, Book 2)

About Treasure & Treachery (The Texas Hill Country Murders, Book 2)

A lost treasure. A brutal murder. A deadly race against time.

The Texas Hill Country is steeped in secrets—but none as dangerous as the legend of Billy Miner’s stolen fortune.

Claire St. John, a savvy financial advisor, never expected her quiet life to be upended by an aging recluse and his wild stories of hidden gold. But when William Miner is found murdered, Claire is thrust into a deadly game she never signed up for.

Someone believes William left behind clues to the treasure… and they’ll kill to get to it first.

As Claire digs into a century-old betrayal and uncovers long-buried truths, she finds herself hunted by those who will stop at nothing to claim the prize. With danger closing in, Claire must outwit ruthless enemies, follow a twisting trail of secrets, and decide if the truth is worth risking everything.

Because this time, the treasure isn’t the only thing on the line—so is her life.

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Technofascist Protocol: New World Order by Amy Turing

About Technofascist Protocol: New World Order by Amy Turing

In a near-future ruled by predictive algorithms, an AI ethicist and a rogue journalist uncover a belief-manipulating system buried inside the world’s largest social network. As protests vanish and reality is overwritten, they race to expose a conspiracy that controls truth itself.

Perfect for fans of Daemon, Recursion, and Black Mirror.

📅 **Launch Promo:** Just $0.99 from June 10–17 on Amazon Kindle. Enrolled in Kindle Unlimited.

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Healthy Communication With Your Partner in Just 10 Minutes a Day: Couples Workbook on How to Build an Emotionally Healthy & Happy Relationship for Life

About Healthy Communication With Your Partner in Just 10 Minutes a Day: Couples Workbook on How to Build an Emotionally Healthy & Happy Relationship for Life

🎧 AUDIOBOOK included + 5 Bonus Resources to Supercharge Your Relationship (see below ⬇️)
✅ THERAPIST-approved book!

If you could transform your relationship in just 10 minutes a day, would you?
If yes, then this book gives you the tools to build the connection, trust, and happiness you’ve always wanted.

This book is designed for you and your partner to WORK through TOGETHER, helping you MASTER healthy communication and finally build a relationship that feels safe, connected, and fulfilling.

Imagine feeling truly heard, deeply loved, and understood by your partner — not just sometimes, but every day.

Inside, you’ll discover:
☑️ Simple techniques to express your feelings with confidence.
☑️ Conflict resolution tools that bring you closer, not further apart.
☑️ Fun, meaningful exercises to spark emotional intimacy.
☑️ Real-world communication skills to break toxic cycles and heal old wounds.

Whether you’re newly together or years into your journey, this book will show you how to:
☑️ Speak so your partner truly listens.
☑️ Calm tension before it turns into conflict.
☑️ Grow together—not apart.

🎁 EXTRAS:

✔️ Realistic Relationship Goals Workbook
✔️ Couples’ Conversation Starter Cards
✔️ 7 Days to a Happier Connection with Your Partner Challenge
✔️ 15 Love Notes & Appreciation Cards
✔️ 30-Second Couple Reconnection Ritual for Hectic Days

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Alpha Agent

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Dan Erikson took a machete to the back. A memorable start to his career as an agent.

In the polluted, crime-filled streets of New York, Dan is left for dead after a disastrous encounter with another gang. But the mysterious Alpha Corporation intervenes and drags him from the brink of death. They give him a choice: serve or die.

Transported to the other side of the world, Dan is introduced to a new bizarre landscape of stats, armor and weapons in a world of warring shards. The corporation assigns him his first real mission: crush a rebellion in the city of Amethyst.

Dan quickly discovers his new powers as a shard agent, a mass-produced super-soldier of the Alpha Corp.

Is Dan up for the job? Or will he be another statistic in the Alpha Corp’s desperate arms race against rival shards?

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Little Beasties

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Little Beasties is a playful collection of rhyming short stories for kids. Each silly “Beastie” has its own personality – from a fussy eater to a noisy napper – and every one teaches a gentle life lesson wrapped in colorful, rhyming fun.

Whether it’s learning about kindness, patience, or just enjoying a giggle, this book is perfect for shared reading with toddlers and early readers.

FREE on Amazon from June 9th to June 13th!

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Whispers in the Dark

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Whispers in the Dark is a bone-chilling collection of 30+ short horror stories that explore the quiet, creeping kind of fear – the kind that settles in your bones long after you close the book. From haunted forests and cursed houses to twisted rituals and psychological torment, these tales pull you deep into the dark and don’t let go.

Whether you’re a fan of supernatural horror, eerie mysteries, or unnerving realism, this anthology offers something for every flavor of fear. Best enjoyed alone at night – if you dare.

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Bossy: Boulder Billionaires Complete Series by Mia Mara


About Featured Book: Bossy: Boulder Billionaires Complete Series by Mia Mara

Four filthy rich bosses. Four forbidden flings. One addictive collection.

They never meant to lose control. Until they did.

JACKSON: The grumpy tech billionaire who vanished after one night… and returns as her boss—with a fake ring and a dangerous secret.

WADE: The playboy ski mogul who hires the one woman immune to his charm to fake date him—until two pink lines blow up the plan.

HUNTER: The ruthless ranch billionaire who fake marries his mentor’s daughter to win the CEO seat—and forbidden turns into real.

COLE: The broody brewery owner who had one night of filthy fun. Now she’s his new hire… and keeping his baby a secret.

These billionaire bosses are dominant in the boardroom—and the bedroom—and their steamy fake relationships make them lose all control.

Dominant alpha bosses. Forbidden office hookups. Fake engagements. Surprise babies.

Welcome to Boulder, where the boss always gets what he wants. And he wants her.

This Romance book is available in these Formats: eBook

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Reaper – a Task Force Raven Thriller

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REAPER – A Task Force Raven Thriller
In the aftermath of a devastating terrorist attack on a U.S. Border Patrol station in McAllen, Texas, Major Jake Baylor faces his most personal mission yet. When a VBIED explosion and mortar attack kills dozens, including his best friend Clint McNamara, Baylor and his elite Task Force Raven spring into action.

What appears to be a brutal cartel assault is actually something far more sinister—a coordinated diversion allowing ISIS operative Abu Waleed Hassan, known as “The Reaper,” and his team of jihadists to slip across the border undetected. As Baylor and his team of Texas Rangers with special operations backgrounds race to track down the terrorists, they find themselves operating in the shadows of bureaucracy, caught between political agendas and the urgent need to prevent another attack.

From interrogating a high-level cartel operative in a remote Texas ranch to conducting off-the-books operations in Mexico, Task Force Raven follows the trail of breadcrumbs leading to Hassan’s deadly plot. When suicide bombers strike San Antonio’s Riverwalk, killing hundreds, the clock starts ticking on an even more catastrophic attack aimed at Houston’s petrochemical infrastructure.

In this high-stakes thriller that blends military action with law enforcement tactics, Baylor must confront not only the external threat but also his own grief and rage. As federal agencies squabble over jurisdictional authority and media narratives, Task Force Raven operates with a simple directive from Texas Governor Robert Williamson: “Find them, and make sure they can never hit us again.”

With time running out and lives on the line, Baylor will need every skill he’s honed from years with both the Texas Rangers and Special Forces to bring the terrorists to justice—or stop them permanently.

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DESIREE’S REVENGE: A Romance by K.C. Carson

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A riveting tale of revenge, survival and redemption, wrapped around an unlikely love story and set against an urban backdrop corrupted by violence against women and racism.

Following a racially motivated rape by three Ku Klux Klansmen, 12-year-old Desiree Devine vows revenge. After eight years of training, now a strikingly beautiful assassin, she accomplishes her mission.

Her campaign continues with solitary walks through dark city streets, hoping to be assaulted by men with bad intentions. Those entrapped in her spider’s web pay dearly for their efforts.

Surrounded by three white men one night, she’s rescued by Tony Marino, an Italian-American passerby. A stormy roller-coaster relationship ensues. Ultimately, as her rage matures into purposeful action, and as he begins to see the world through her eyes, they become a team.

Along the way, they encounter serial killers, wife-beaters, actual and would-be rapists, gangsters, crooked cops, a kidnapper and a pedophile priest, as well as numerous women in desperate need of their help. Beneath all the action, though, is the blossoming of a most unusual love story.

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Searching for John Smith by Joan Glase

About Searching for John Smith by Joan Glase

At just 26, Julia embarks on a solo adventure to Mexico, seeking solace after the recent loss of her aunt, her guardian since childhood. Tragedy struck earlier in her life when her parents perished in a car accident on a frantic Ohio highway, their vehicle running out of gas. In the vibrant landscapes of Mexico, fate guides her to John Smith, a strikingly charming and optimistic former gem dealer with a shadowy past in drugs from Santa Cruz, California.

Their connection ignites in a whirl of passion, swiftly turning into a romance that feels like a dream. Encouraged by John’s infectious spirit, Julia extends her vacation, and before she knows it, they find themselves embracing a spur-of-the-moment wedding. Although she secretly harbors the option of annulment when they return to the States, the joy of the moment blinds her to any doubts.

However, their fairytale takes a chilling turn just a day after exchanging vows when their car sputters to a stop on a barren desert road in Baja, a scene unsettlingly reminiscent of the fate that befell her parents. A series of misfortunes ensues, including a terrifying encounter with a corrupt cop, which forces them to get separated. With her heart set on finding John, Julia embarks on a journey through Santa Cruz and the bustling streets of San Francisco—where the name “Smith” is all too common.

Unexpectantly, Julia begins to carve out a life for herself in San Francisco. The narrative culminates in a satisfying resolution that captures the essence of her journey. Set against the backdrop of the colorful 1970s, this tale reflects the culture of the era before cell phones and the internet while weaving a rich tapestry of love, resilience, and self-discovery.

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