Fates Entwined: The Spellbound Bookshop Trilogy Book 2: Scattered on Cloth Poppy McClelland always knew her heart danced to a rhythm all its own. Though she adored working alongside her sisters, Violet and Lily, at Spellbound Bookshop, but there was a dream that had been simmering inside her for years—opening a fudge shop. While books brought her joy, the sweet magic of crafting fudge filled her soul with pure, unbridled happiness. After years of saving and meticulous planning, Poppy finally found the perfect spot for her shop, just a stone’s throw away from the beloved family bookstore. But as she takes her first steps toward making her dream a reality, something unexpected happens—something both surprising and mysterious. Poppy’s sworn to secrecy. Now, Poppy must balance her ambition with a secret that could change everything...
Prepare yourself for a chilling plunge into the depths of a Hitchcockian nightmare in the heart-pounding crime thriller "Psychobyte" by acclaimed author Cat Connor! FBI Agent Ellie Conway finds herself thrust into a harrowing investigation, where meticulously clean bathrooms become the haunting backdrop for a series of murders that will test her every instinct. In a world where another day brings another death, Conway is confronted with a baffling pattern: a string of naked, bloodless blondes found lifeless in pristine showers. As the eerie similarities mount, she can't help but wonder if she's dealing with a genuine vampire, lurking in the shadows. Unyielding in her pursuit of justice, Conway discovers a surprising addition to her arsenal of psychic abilities: clairsentience. Now armed with a heightened sense of perception, she races against the clock to uncover the twisted agenda of a cold-blooded killer. Secrets unravel, bodies pile up, and the pressure mounts, forcing Conway to navigate a treacherous web that links the art world, the dark underbelly of the internet known as the Darknet, and the very heart of law enforcement. But it's not just the case that challenges Conway. An impending wedding, peculiar liaisons, and a deeply personal shock threaten to unravel her world, putting both her and the Delta A team to the ultimate test. Will she unravel the sinister connection that binds the victims and bring the killer to justice? Or will she become the next victim in this macabre game of cat and mouse? Prepare to be gripped by a tale that will leave you breathless, as secrets, shadows, and shocking revelations collide. In "Psychobyte," Ellie Conway's relentless pursuit of truth will take you on a pulse-pounding journey filled with twists and turns you won't see coming.
Cachebyte is a cache of 23 short stories from the Ellie Conway FBI-Byte Series. The stories start with when Ellie met Mac in 'Quad Espresso' and move through the series adding background and side stories. Once upon a time, there were two collections of shorts (Torrent and Array), those stories were brought together under one title and a couple of extra that were floating around were added to round out Cachebyte. Cachebyte is best enjoyed by fans and readers of the Ellie Conway FBI-Byte Series. The stories were intended to be read along with the series therefore it is assumed that readers already know these characters and want to find out more.
A Baby Between Friends? Ming Campbell always has a plan. She is no longer in the market for love, having been burned one too many times, but starting a family is at the top of her to-do list. There's no better sperm donor than her best friend, Jason Sterling. Only, the rule-breaking tycoon has a proposal of his own: conceive their child the old-fashioned way. With one kiss all the rules crumble. Now that passion is unleashed, everything's complicated—from their friendship to their families…to Ming's secret dream of a future with Jason. But will nothing go according to the agenda in this baby bargain?
For fans of We Are the Brennans by Tracey Lange and All Adults Here by Emma Straub, Cat Shook’s debut novel If We’re Being Honest is the snappy, smart, heartwarming story of the Williams family, and the sweltering summer that rewrote their history. When Gerry, the beloved Williams patriarch, dies suddenly, his grandchildren flock from across the country to the family home in Eulalia, Georgia. But when Gerry’s best friend steps up to the microphone to deliver his eulogy, the funeral turns out unlike anyone expected. The cousins, left reeling and confused, cope with their fresh grief and various private dramas. Delia, recently heartbroken, refuses to shut up about her ex. Her sister Alice, usually confident, flusters when she spots her high school sweetheart, hiding a secret that will change both of their lives. Outspoken, affable Grant is preening in the afterglow of his recent appearance on The Bachelorette and looking to reignite an old flame with the least available person in town. Meanwhile, his younger brother Red, unsure of himself and easily embarrassed, desperately searches for a place in the boisterous family. The cousins’ eccentric parents are in tow, too, and equally lost—in love and in life. Watching over them all is Ellen, Gerry’s sweet and proper widow, who does her best to keep her composure in front of the leering small town. Clever and completely original, If We’re Being Honest reminds you that while no one can break your heart like your family can, there’s really no one better to put you back together.
In To Dance with the Devil, the latest entry in Cat Adams's Blood Singer series, Celia Graves's newest client is one of the last surviving members of a magical family that is trapped in a generations-old feud with other magic-workers. She's supposed to die at the next full moon unless Celia can broker peace between the clans or break the curse before it can take effect. For the first time in a long while, Celia's personal life is looking up. Her vampire abilities seem to be under control, her Siren abilities have gotten more reliable, and even though her office was blown up, her services are more in demand than ever now that she's fought off terrorists and been part of the royal wedding of the year. Her friends all seem to be finding love and her grandmother has—finally—agreed to go to family therapy. The only trouble spot is Celia's love life. Not long ago, she had two boyfriends. Now she barely has one and she isn't sure she wants him. But Bruno DeLuca is a powerful mage and Celia needs his help...especially after she's attacked and her client is kidnapped. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
“A page-turning whistle-stop tour of mammalian development that begins in the Jurassic Era, Eve recasts the traditional story of evolutionary biology by placing women at its center…. The book is engaging, playful, erudite, discursive and rich with detail." —The New York Times “A smart, funny, scientific deep-dive into the power of a woman’s body, Eve surprises, educates, and emboldens.”—Bonnie Garmus, #1 New York Times best-selling author of Lessons in Chemistry An ambitious, eye-opening, myth-busting and groundbreaking history of the evolution of the female body, by a brilliant new researcher and writer Why do women live longer than men? Why do women have menopause? Why are women more likely to get Alzheimer’s? Why do girls score better at every academic subject than boys until puberty, when suddenly their scores plummet? And does the female brain really exist? In Eve, Cat Bohannon answers questions scientists should have been addressing for decades. With boundless curiosity and sharp wit, she covers the past 200 million years to explain the specific science behind the development of the female sex. Eve is not only a sweeping revision of human history, it’s an urgent and necessary corrective for a world that has focused primarily on the male body for far too long. Bohannon’s findings, including everything from the way C-sections in the industrialized world are rearranging women’s pelvic shape to the surprising similarities between pus and breast milk, will completely change what you think you know about evolution and why Homo sapiens have become such a successful and dominant species, from tool use to city building to the development of language. A 21st-century update of Our Bodies, Ourselves, Eve offers a true paradigm shift in our thinking about what the female body is and why it matters.
When she starts falling for the man she’s vowed to destroy, a woman must come up with a Plan B to save her from her own desire. Will she reap the benefits of betrayal with a man impossible to resist? Reeling from a bad divorce, Zoe Alston makes a pact with two women similarly scorned. Her mission: take down gorgeous businessman Ryan Dailey by sabotaging his sister’s political campaign. The problem: the white-hot chemistry sizzling between them. Now she’s caught between her promise and the man who’s bringing her back to life. How far will she go for revenge . . . or love? Praise for the novels of Cat Schield “Cat Schield knows how to write a captivating romance . . . a joy to read.” —CataRomance.com “A Cinderella story that will have readers clamoring for more.” —Harlequin Junkie “It’s charming and fluffy and full of tropes that bring comfort and delight!” —Fresh Fiction
An ifrit tries to take over Celia Graves's body so he can free thousands of evil djinn to plague mankind in Cat Adam's All Your Wishes. A client begs Celia Graves—part human, part Siren, part vampire—to help return a genie to his bottle. The attempt makes Celia a target for the currently incorporeal ifrit. If she doesn't give him her body, he'll kill everyone she loves. If she does, he'll use her physical form to free thousands of evil djinn. Celia's not going to hand over her body, but her client tries to trick her into it—so that he can kill the ifrit while it's trapped in her flesh. That doesn't end well for the client. Celia might not get paid for the gig, but she's got to get the ifrit re-bottled before all hell breaks loose—possibly literally! Now written solely by C. T. Adams under the Cat Adams name, All Your Wishes continues the outstanding urban fantasy series Blood Singer with a thrilling new adventure. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Harlequin Desire brings you three new titles for one great price, available now for a limited time only from February 1 to February 28! Look for powerful heroes, scandalous secrets and burning desires in these three stories. This Harlequin Desire bundle includes Bedroom Diplomacy, by Michelle Celmer, All He Really Needs, by Emily McKay, and A Tricky Proposition, by Cat Schield. Look for 6 new compelling stories every month from Harlequin Desire!
Do you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all—wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles in one collection! THE MARRIAGE CONTRACT Billionaires and Babies by Kat Cantrell Longing for a child of his own, reclusive billionaire Des marries McKenna in name only so she can bear his child, but when complications force them to live as man and wife, the temptation is to make the marriage real… LITTLE SECRET, RED HOT SCANDAL Las Vegas Nights by Cat Schield Superstar Nate Tucker has no interest in the spoiled pop princess determined to ensnare him, but when a secret affair with her quiet sister, Mia, results in a baby on the way, he'll do whatever it takes to claim Mia as his. THE RANCHER'S CINDERELLA BRIDE Callahan's Clan by Sara Orwig When Gabe agrees to a fake engagement with his best friend, Meg, he doesn't expect to fight temptation at every turn. But a makeover leads to the wildest kiss of his life and now he wants to find out if friends make the best lovers… Look for Harlequin® Desire's May 2017 Box Set 2 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes!
Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled ride into the heart of danger in "Vaporbyte," the electrifying new installment of the captivating Ellie Conway FBI-Byte Series by the brilliant Cat Connor! SAC Ellie Iverson and her team find themselves thrust into their most harrowing mission to date, as they navigate a treacherous world of conspiracies, attempted abductions, and a race against time to save innocent lives. As Iverson juggles the demands of preparing for her twins' birthday, the pressure from her husband to leave the FBI, and the hunt for a missing accountant, a sinister American company with a hidden offshore agenda threatens to unleash chaos upon the world. The stakes have never been higher, and with each passing moment, the body count rises, pushing Iverson to the edge of her abilities. Just when she thinks she's making progress, Iverson's world is shattered when she stumbles upon the lifeless body of a murdered British scientist, placing her directly in the crosshairs of a ruthless assassin. With the clock ticking, an unexpected confidential informant from the scientific community adds another layer of complexity to an already volatile situation. In the midst of a landscape teeming with intrigue, contract killers, rival intelligence agencies, and dubious connections, Iverson must rally her team and piece together a plan that could prevent an impending catastrophe. But in a world where loyalties are tested and betrayal lurks around every corner, can they overcome their differences and work together to save the day? Prepare to be captivated by the heart-pounding action, unexpected twists, and a nail-biting conclusion that will leave you breathless. "Vaporbyte" is a high-octane thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Don't miss out on this pulse-pounding adventure that will leave you begging for more!
The prince must produce an heir. Little does he know, he already has in this enchanting romance from the author of A Royal Baby Surprise. Christian Alessandro lives life in the fast lane. But royal duty calls, and the bachelor prince must settle down and sire the future king of Sherdana. That’s when a chance encounter with former flame Noelle Dubone yields a bombshell discovery: Christian’s already a father! Marrying Noelle will make his boy the legitimate heir. It’s a rocky reunion. The determined dressmaker refuses to fall in love—or in bed—with Christian again, even as old, intense feelings return with a vengeance. But what the prince wants, the prince gets . . . “It’s charming and fluffy and full of tropes that bring comfort and delight . . . If you’re in the mood for that, plus you love either a royal-marrying-a-commoner trope or a secret baby one, this is a great book. I enjoyed it thoroughly!” —Fresh Fiction “The way that Christian looked after Noelle and sacrificed his own happiness is sweet and a fantasy come true for any romantic.” —Night Owl Reviews (Top Pick) “With the help of a precocious child and recurring characters from Christian’s family, readers will come to enjoy this royal romance.” —RT Book Reviews
Prepare to be riveted by a story of heartbreak, resilience, and chilling mysteries in this electrifying novella! FBI Supervisory Special Agent Ellie Conway emerges from the depths of despair, fueled by tequila-soaked nights, following the tragic suicide of her teenage daughter. As she bravely returns to her work with the elite Delta A team, Conway finds herself thrust into a new case that will test her mettle like never before—a murder in the haunting depths of Rock Creek Park, where a raven seems to hold a sinister secret. But the darkness lurking in the shadows goes deeper than Conway could have ever imagined. A familiar face from her CIA past emerges on the streets, sending shockwaves through her world just moments before her partner is viciously wounded. Unbeknownst to her, tracking down this enigmatic figure sets off a chain of events that endangers a former colleague and his family, unearths a bone-chilling crime that demands immediate attention, and forces the FBI to delve deeper into the case of the Rock Creek strangler. Unraveling the twisted web will require confronting the unlikely involvement of a raven and a ventriloquist, raising the stakes to a whole new level of horror. This gripping novella serves as an interlude between the pulse-pounding novels Soundbyte and Databyte in the Byte Series. Prepare to be captivated as Conway navigates the treacherous labyrinth of grief, untangles the enigma of the raven's role, and fights to uncover the truth hidden within Rock Creek's darkest secrets. Brace yourself for a suspenseful journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning the pages until the very end.
This text offers a comprehensive analysis of the concept of the modern creative and imaginative child in Western education. Drawing on archived sources and historical works, it reframes childhood creativity as a social, cultural, and scientific construction, asking how our thinking and acting toward the creative child have been produced historically. The text dissects the discursive construction of creativity as a natural and developmental attribute of the child. It argues that the idea of the White creative child, constructed through comparative reasoning, shaped by primitivism, and illustrated through botanical metaphors as close to nature and the senses, is a notion embedded with colonialities, forming part of a Western civilizing project and entrenched power-knowledge relations. A compelling and original account of childhood creativity, this text will appeal to researchers in arts education, early childhood education, curriculum studies, and the history of education.
Lost Highway: It’s a Halloween dance, how bad can it be? This story comes after Exacerbyte and before Flashbyte. Dead Flowers: A clean up guy, an assassin, and a senator’s wife. We let SSA Sam Jackson take the wheel and this is the result: Come a Little Bit Closer: Mike Davenport disappears from Dulles Airport. This story kicks off about a month after Databyte ends. Heard it Through the Grapevine: A lost asset and a jail break. This is when Agent Argo joined Delta A, this story follows Metabyte. Undivided: D&D shouldn’t be fatal. Undivided comes a little while after Metabyte and six or so months before Qubyte. Telephone Line: The past revisits Delta A with horrible consequences. This story comes after Cryptobyte and before Vaporbyte.
Updating recommendations last made by the National Research Council in the mid-1980s, this report provides nutrient recommendations based on physical activity and stage in life, major factors that influence nutrient needs. It looks at how nutrients are metabolized in the bodies of dogs and cats, indications of nutrient deficiency, and diseases related to poor nutrition. The report provides a valuable resource for industry professionals formulating diets, scientists setting research agendas, government officials developing regulations for pet food labeling, and as a university textbook for dog and cat nutrition. It can also guide pet owners feeding decisions for their pets with information on specific nutrient needs, characteristics of different types of pet foods, and factors to consider when feeding cats and dogs.
Get ready for a heart-pounding thriller that will leave you breathless! In a deadly game of cat and mouse, an FBI Agent with an extraordinary imagination and a wicked sense of humor must outwit a sadistic killer who revels in diabolical and mind-bending murders. SA Ellie Conway, an expert in tracking down serial criminals, finds herself facing a chilling realization when she becomes the target of a ruthless assassin. But here's the twist: the deadly game is rooted in her own online pursuits. Just when she thought things couldn't get any more sinister, the tables turn dramatically when she discovers the lifeless body of her assailant stuffed in the trunk of her car. As the body count rises and the crime scenes multiply, SA Conway finds herself trapped in a web of mystery with no tangible leads or apparent motive. The lives of those closest to her hang in the balance as the killer's sickening spree intensifies. It's a race against time to uncover the twisted goals of this deranged murderer. But salvation arrives in an unexpected form—a chance remark that cracks open the door to unraveling the enigma behind the killer's gruesome agenda. Get ready to be on the edge of your seat as SA Conway dives deep into the twisted psyche of a murderer, facing mind-bending challenges and unexpected allies along the way. In this electrifying thriller, prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride of suspense, unimaginable twists, and the ultimate test of wits. Can SA Conway decipher the cryptic clues and outsmart a killer who is always one step ahead? The clock is ticking, and the stakes have never been higher. Get ready to be enthralled by a suspenseful tale that will keep you guessing until the very last page.
Prepare for a heart-pounding chase like no other as a relentless predator resurfaces, sending shivers down your spine. Hawk, the ultimate menace, has once again set his sights on innocent lives. But standing in his way is the indomitable FBI Agent SSA Conway. Fueled by a burning desire for justice, she refuses to let Hawk continue his heinous spree, having claimed too many children and left a trail of death in his wake. Determined to put an end to Hawk's reign of terror, SSA Conway embarks on a mission that transcends borders. As she joins forces with the elite Delta A team, their pursuit takes them from the frozen landscapes of Russia to the cities of New Zealand, where Hawk has chosen to expand his malevolent reach. In a chilling twist, a sinister reality unveils itself, forcing Conway to unleash the full might of powerful agencies like the Military, CIA, NCIS, and the formidable Russian FSB. The stakes have never been higher, and the clock is ticking as lives hang in the balance. Drawing upon her extraordinary intuition and aided by unlikely allies, Conway begins to unravel the puzzle. As the pieces fall into place, a cryptic message emerges: "it is all about the music." With this crucial clue, she dives deeper into the mind of a madman, determined to decipher its meaning and ultimately bring Hawk to his knees. In this pulse-pounding thriller, prepare yourself for a relentless pursuit, spine-tingling suspense, and unexpected alliances. Will SSA Conway's unwavering determination be enough to save innocent lives and exact long-overdue justice? Get ready to be enthralled by a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game that will leave you breathless and eager for more.
Prepare to be swept away in a heart-stopping, edge-of-your-seat crime thriller that will leave you breathless! In "Flashbyte" by Cat Connor, FBI Agent Ellie Conway is thrust into a harrowing ordeal as she awakens to shocking reports of her own demise. What follows is a high-octane race against time, where Conway must battle for her life and unearth the secrets behind a malevolent plot that threatens to obliterate her existence. Imagine the horror of waking up from a nightmare, only to be confronted with the news that you've been strangled in a desolate parking lot. This is the terrifying reality Ellie Conway faces, and it's just the beginning of a day that spirals into a relentless whirlwind of danger and deception. Mysterious and twisted packages arrive at her doorstep, a sniper takes aim at her not once, but twice in a single day, and her car becomes riddled with bullet holes. It's enough to strip away any remnants of humor and plunge Conway into a deadly game where survival becomes paramount. But that's not all. Mistaken-identity deaths, daring bank robberies, a sinister hospital murderer, an unexpected cold case, and an unthinkable rendition to a shadowy black site all converge, pushing Conway to unleash a newfound level of kickass determination. The stakes have never been higher, and the lines between past and present blur as ghosts from long ago emerge with vengeance in their eyes, threatening not only Conway's life but also the lives of those around her. It's a stark reminder of the fragility of memory and the haunting power of unresolved history. In this heart-pounding thriller, Cat Connor delivers a masterclass in suspense, weaving a tapestry of relentless action, mind-bending twists, and the unyielding resilience of a heroine pushed to her limits. Will SSA Conway triumph over the shadows of her past and unveil the truth before it consumes her? Brace yourself for an electrifying ride that will leave you gasping for air and questioning the very fabric of reality.
Get ready for a heart-stopping inferno of action and suspense as Washington D.C. erupts in chaos and destruction! In this electrifying thriller, SSA Ellie Conway finds herself thrust into a nightmarish scenario where every second counts and her controversial connections become her only hope in preventing further terror attacks and unimaginable carnage. As the city burns and explosions rock the very foundations of D.C., Conway must confront a web of baffling mysteries. Surveillance footage vanishes without a trace, leaving her with nothing but fragments of a sinister puzzle. People are torn apart by devastating blasts, and an insider with malicious intent forges Conway's own signature to unleash dangerous suspects. In a terrifying twist, even her own helicopter falls prey to an unknown enemy, leaving her battling for survival. Against this backdrop of mayhem, Delta A team is faced with the daunting task of uncovering the elusive link that binds the terror attacks together. From the clandestine world of international trade in missing girls to enigmatic coded price lists, and the presence of a rogue Interpol agent, the truth lies buried beneath layers of deception and danger. Supported by a new ally who has emerged in her life, Ellie Conway races against time to piece together the fragments of the intricate puzzle. The countdown is on as she defies the limits imposed upon her, desperately striving to save the life of a young girl teetering on the edge of darkness. Prepare to be enthralled by a pulse-pounding rollercoaster ride where every twist and turn brings Conway closer to the heart of the conspiracy. Can she unravel the truth before it's too late, or will Washington D.C. be consumed by an unstoppable wave of terror? Brace yourself for an explosive journey that will leave you breathless and on the edge of your seat until the very last page.
Cachebyte is a cache of 23 short stories from the Ellie Conway FBI-Byte Series. The stories start with when Ellie met Mac in 'Quad Espresso' and move through the series adding background and side stories. Once upon a time, there were two collections of shorts (Torrent and Array), those stories were brought together under one title and a couple of extra that were floating around were added to round out Cachebyte. Cachebyte is best enjoyed by fans and readers of the Ellie Conway FBI-Byte Series. The stories were intended to be read along with the series therefore it is assumed that readers already know these characters and want to find out more.
Cat Urbigkit journeys alone to spend a season on Wyoming’s open range tending to a herd of domestic sheep as they give birth amid the challenges of nature – from severe weather to a wealth of predators. Her only companions are the livestock guardian animals (BIG dogs and a pair of burros named Bill and Hillary!) that repeatedly prove their worth in devotion to protecting the herd. Cat Urbigkit journeys alone to spend a season on Wyoming’s open range tending to a herd of domestic sheep as they give birth amid the challenges of nature – from severe weather to a wealth of predators. Her only companions are the livestock guardian animals (BIG dogs and a pair of burros named Bill and Hillary!) that repeatedly prove their worth in devotion to protecting the herd. Urbigkit offers interesting reflections on the role of pastoralists around the globe and on the controversial issue in the Western US of private livestock herds being run on public lands. The intimate ways in which abstract public policy plays out on the open range is eye-opening. More than a tale of herding sheep, Shepherds of Coyote Rocks is an action-packed true story that reveals the broad spectrum of the human relationship with nature, from harmony to rugged adventure.
Each night at precisely 4:33 am, while sixteen-year-old London Lane is asleep, her memory of that day is erased. In the morning, all she can "remember" are events from her future. London is used to relying on reminder notes and a trusted friend to get through the day, but things get complicated when a new boy at school enters the picture. Luke Henry is not someone you'd easily forget, yet try as she might, London can't find him in her memories of things to come. When London starts experiencing disturbing flashbacks, or flash-forwards, as the case may be, she realizes it's time to learn about the past she keeps forgetting-before it destroys her future.
Digital Arts presents an introduction to new media art through key debates and theories. The volume begins with the historical contexts of the digital arts, discusses contemporary forms, and concludes with current and future trends in distribution and archival processes. Considering the imperative of artists to adopt new technologies, the chapters of the book progressively present a study of the impact of the digital on art, as well as the exhibition, distribution and archiving of artworks.Alongside case studies that illustrate contemporary research in the fields of digital arts, reflections and questions provide opportunities for readers to explore relevant terms, theories and examples. Consistent with the other volumes in the New Media series, a bullet-point summary and a further reading section enhance the introductory focus of each chapter.
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