A reclusive immortal warrior and a sassy, irreverent witch team up in a steamy, dangerous romance. Can two fated enemies overcome dangerous attraction to save those they love? ★★★★★ "What a mesmerizing story. Stephanie Rowe has caught me in her net of intrigue, love, myth, and warriors." ~Voracious Reader (Five-star Amazon Review) Haunted by a deadly curse, Grace will do whatever it takes to rescue her kidnapped sister, including blackmail a deadly, reclusive warrior into helping her. But when the attraction between them endangers everything…she'll have to make an impossible choice. Descended from demons, Quinn Masters is sworn to protect the innocent at costs. But when his team turns on his blood brother, he must go rogue to save him. Hunted by the team he trained to perfection, Quinn is on the run, using all his skills to stay alive long enough to save the warrior he owes his life to. But when Quinn discovers the key to saving his blood bother is the dangerously addictive woman fated to destroy him, everything that matters to him is at risk. As a deadly enemy closes in, can Quinn and Grace use their ill-fated destiny to defeat an unstoppable curse…or will love steal everything from them? ★★★★★ "I effin love these books." ~JDE (Five-star Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "This story was an amazing read and I hated having to put it down every day because it was all I could think about." ~Tracey R (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "The plot she has weaved for this incredible story that just begun for me is outstanding, and I can't wait to continue this amazing adventure." ~AlabamaGirl (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "I LOVED this book!!!! I think it was new and fresh and different and sexy." (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "WOW, REALLY REALLY GOOD. MUST READ!! The blood bond that took place between Grace and Quinn was smoking hot!!!" ~Ginka (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Perfect combination of romance, action, suspense, mystery, and humor! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time!" ~Britany (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "This not normally my cup of tea but this book sure as heck is my shot of whiskey! Enjoy!" ~Krystal (Five-star Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ “It blew me away." ~Pknv (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Thank the powers that be this author is prolific." ~Toni G (Five-star Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "I NEED more of these warriors!!!!!" ~CocoLoco4Books (Five-star Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "I didn't want to stop reading it to make dinner or anything else." ~Hbeebti (Five-star Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "This was so dreamy. Sigh." ~Ramblings of a Scattered Mind (Five-star Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "Adventurous, romantic, HOT, steamy and full of the type of sex that us girls only dream about." ~Melindad (Five-star Goodreads Review) ★★★★★ "Oooh this was a yummy book." ~Helen A (Five-star Goodreads Review) ABOUT THE AUTHOR: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stephanie Rowe is the author of more than 50 novels. She is a RITA® Award Winner for Best Paranormal, as well as a five-time nominee. She is also a 2021 Vivian® Award nominee for Best Romantic Suspense Long, and a Golden Heart® Award winner and two-time nominee. Publishers Weekly has called her work "[a] genre-twister that will make readers...rabid for more.
Hailed by J.R. Ward as a "paranormal star," New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Rowe rivets readers with her thrilling stories set in the dangerous, sensual world of the Calydon warrior, where lust rules, honor thrives, and death looms over all. No warrior is safe from his own darkness, or from the woman destined to love...and destroy...him. ★★★★★ "READ IT, READ IT, READ this series. I am a lover of intriguing sexy characters, and this series has it in spades." ~Southern Vixen (Five-star Amazon Review) DARKNESS AWAKENED: A reclusive immortal warrior and a sassy, irreverent witch team up in a steamy, dangerous romance. Can two fated enemies overcome dangerous attraction to save those they love? DARKNESS SEDUCED: Can a warrior condemned to an eternity without love find salvation in the courageous, sexy woman fated to destroy him? DARKNESS SURRENDERED: Six hundred years ago, Elijah Ross was tortured into insanity and thrust into a mental hell that no living creature has ever survived…except him. Now, that ancient evil is back, and it is far more deadly. Elijah's only chance is Ana Matthews, whose passionate fire thrust hope and light into his blackened heart and fragmented mind. FOREVER IN DARKNESS: Cursed to die for a choice his ancestor made, Ian Fitzgerald has spent six hundred years fighting the curse and trying to restore honor to his family's name. But his time to die has finally come, and his doom is in the guise of the one woman he cannot walk away from: his soul mate. Or is she really who she seems? BIO: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stephanie Rowe is the author of more than fifty novels, and she's a RITA® Award winner for Best Paranormal Romance, and a five-time nominee. As an award-winning author, Stephanie has been touching readers' hearts and keeping them spellbound for more than a decade with her dangerously sexy heroes who can be saved only by the one woman has won his heart. She writes contemporary romances, romantic suspense, cozy mysteries, and paranormal romances.
Get more bang for your buck with this exclusive ebook boxed set, featuring seven full-length contemporary romances and extended teasers of five other books, perfect for every romance reader! This boxed set features seven delightful full-length contemporary romance novels. The stories range from two women struggling to keep their lingerie shop afloat while juggling romance in Try Me On For Size, to a horseback riding teacher trying to ignore advances from the hunky Hollywood actor who also happens to be the father of one of her students in Thrown, to a woman actually living a fairytale—that is, until her sexy ex shows up to throw a wrench in all her plans in Love Like the Movies. Seven Books for Seven Lovers is the perfect collection of charming love stories for any voracious reader!
Six hundred years ago, Elijah Ross was tortured into insanity and thrust into a mental hell that no living creature has ever survived…except him. Now, that ancient evil is back, and it is far more deadly. ★★★★★ "Sexy, lustful, imaginative, creative and heartfelt. The Order of the Blade series has it all." ~Mytime (Amazon Review) Elijah is all that stands between it and the destruction of all of humanity, but each step he takes drags him ruthlessly back into the nightmare that once consumed him. Elijah's only chance is Ana Matthews, whose sensual kisses and passionate fire thrust hope and light into his blackened heart and fragmented mind. But Ana’s deadly past could be the final trigger for Elijah's descent into irretrievable madness and the destruction of his soul, humanity and what is left of his heart. All books in the Order of the Blade series can be read as standalones and in any order. ★★★★★ "HBO should be taking a strong look at the series that could bank them $$$$ for years in this story." ~Annettepj (Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "It had so much action and suspense that it kept me on the edge biting my nails. Kudos to the author for such a great imagination!! I love books where I can't predict the ending!!! You have to read this series!!!!" ~artemis2u (Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "I can't read this series enough. Each book is like the best love story ever told." ~Amazon Review ★★★★★ "Incredible story!" ~Amazon Review ★★★★★ "Sigh & swoon.. Each time I reread these books, it only gets better. Love love love." ~Stephanie G (Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Omg. Pulls you in and keeps you there in the moment throughout the entire book. The amazing writing skills this author has are unparalleled." ~RKK321 (Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Elijah and Ana's story grabbed me from the beginning and I stopped only twice, once to pick-up food then to buy the rest of the books! Now ten of four in the am I had to let you know. Ms. Rowers writing style and rhythm keep the reader engaged to the exclusion of all else. I was enthralled!" ~ nyrican4t-A-Bibliophile (Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "The whole series is just breathtaking." ~Amazon Review ★★★★★ "I found myself walking through the house with my kindle, rapidly turning pages to see what would happen next, oblivious to my own world." ~Denise K (Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Love this series. After reading the first book, I bought all the rest!!! Absolutely loved them!" ~cccmmmsss (Amazon Review) ABOUT THE AUTHOR: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stephanie Rowe is the 2018 winner of the RITA® Award for Best Paranormal Romance, as well as a five-time nominee. She is also a 2021 Vivian® Award nominee. For more information on Stephanie and her books, visit her on the web at www.stephanierowe.com.
Music affects our physical well-being often without our being aware of it. This book reveals the power of music from classical through Jazz and New Age forms to heal emotions and transform lives using simple, step-by-step exercises and 39 musical activities.
Packed with easy-to-use tools and resources, this book presents intensive intervention strategies for K–5 students with severe and persistent reading difficulties. Filling a key need, the authors describe specific ways to further intensify instruction when students continue to struggle. Chapters address all the fundamental components of reading--phonological awareness, phonics and word recognition, reading fluency, oral language, language and reading comprehension, and writing to read. The authors discuss the design and implementation of intensive instruction and provide effective teaching techniques and activities. Grounded in the principles of data-based individualization, the book includes concrete recommendations for determining students' particular needs and monitoring their progress. An NCTQ Exemplary Text for Reading Instruction
Darkness Hunts Him. Calydon warrior Ian Fitzgerald refuses to die. Cursed by black magic, he has stayed alive through sheer force of will and unyielding commitment to a mission he is sworn to complete. There is only one thing that can defeat him…and she has just found him. Desire Torments Her. Ravaged by her own passions, tarnished angel Alice Shaw is fighting desperately for salvation before all she cares about is lost forever. Her sensual allure, and the forbidden power buried inside her, are outshone only by the burning need she awakens in Ian. Fierce Passion Ignites. Raging desire explodes between Ian and Alice, pushing them to the brink of destruction. They cannot afford to succumb, but the cord that binds them will never let them go...not until their most dreaded nightmares come true. Together, they are destined to fail. Together, they will fight to survive the impossible.
A versatile reference text for developing and applying clinical psychopathology skills Designed to serve as a trusted desktop reference on mental disorders seen across the lifespan for mental health professionals at all levels of experience, Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders Across the Lifespan, Second Edition expertly covers etiology, clinical presentation, intake and interviewing, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of DSM disorders at all developmental stages. Unlike other references, this book takes a lifespan approach that allows readers to develop the clinical skills necessary to respond to mental health concerns in a patient-centered manner. Introductory and advanced features support clinicians at every stage of their careers and help students develop their skills and understanding. Authors Woo and Keatinge combine a review of cutting edge and state-of-the-art findings on diagnosis and treatment with the tools for diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental disorders across the lifespan. . This second edition incorporates the following changes: Fully updated to reflect the DSM-5 Chapters have been reorganized to more closely follow the structure of the DSM-5 Cultural and diversity considerations have been expanded and integrated throughout the book A new integrative model for treatment planning Expanded discussion of rapport building skills and facilitating active engagement Identity issues and the fit between client and intervention model has been added to the case conceptualization model Mental health disorders affect patients of all ages, and the skilled clinician understands that there are no one-size-fits-all treatments. Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders Across the Lifespan, Second Edition will instruct clinicians and students in psychopathology for every life stage. Praise for the first edition: Reviews This handbook, Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders Across the Lifespan, comprehensively integrates best practices necessary for clinicians who deal with a wide range of mental disorders across the continuum of development in a practical, applied, and accessible manner. One of the unique aspects of the book is the length to which the authors go to ensure that the up-to-date information contained in the book is practical, user-friendly, and accessible to beginners in clinical practice
Calydon warrior Kane Santiago has a past he can't remember, and a deadly legacy closing in on him. His only chance is Sarah Burns, a desperate, courageous woman fighting to save herself and her family from an ancient, brutal evil. ★★★★★ "Very gripping and powerful! I couldn't put the book down, and I bought the whole Order of the Blade series!" ~ Amazon Review Talismans carved into his body. A lethal darkness amassing inside him. A woman who calls to his spirit on levels so intimate and so passionate that his deadened soul screams in agony. Kane Santiago forgot his past for a reason…and it's coming back for him. Sarah is on the verge of losing everything, but she can't afford to trust Kane, who is either the key to her final destruction…or her only chance of survival. Bound together by a connection so deep that it has the power to bring the past and all its nightmares back to life, Kane and Sarah must tap into the hearts they closed down so long ago or lose everything, including their souls. ★★★★★ "Stephanie Rowe delivers another novel in her "ORDER OF THE BLADE" series that has it all: mystery, action, suspense, super evil bad guys and a love that stands strong against evil." ~Barbara M (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "The story brought me right into his soul." ~Sherry (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Stephanie Rowe gets me hooked into her characters so deep that I keep coming back for more and more, even if I am rereading. The stories. Sigh.....I want my own Calydon." ~ FaizaAhmad (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "I am so hooked!" ~Diana K (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "How many times must I reread this series and just like every time I have, it's like the first. I CAN NOT PUT THESE BOOKS DOWN!" ~Stephanie G (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "I was hooked on the first paragraph and never let go. It's like a roller coaster, just hold on and wait to find out what's coming over the next bend. This story keeps you riveted!!" ~ VivLA (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "KANE is my favorite. I have to say I felt his story was so amazing." ~ FaizaAhmad (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Kane Kane Kane. I loved this book. I held my breath up until the end because I didn't know how things were going to turn out." ~Daydreaming Awake (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Outstanding, this book very intense with a lot of action and adventure along with romance. You get sucked into the story as if you're a part of it." (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "This book was so good. Sarah truly captured my heart and I just wanted her man to save her. This book was just perfect." (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Love, love, love this series!!!" ~Elizabeth (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "I'm so lost for words.....I love the stories of each Order member." ~Melissa (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Only one of the most addicting paranormal writers ever!!!" ~ymdh (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Very gripping and powerful! I couldn't put the book down and I bought the whole Order of the Blade series!" ~Five-star Amazon Review ★★★★★ "One of the best written series that I've read in years." ~Hope (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "These books just keep getting better and better. A must read for all paranormal readers. Can't wait until the next book." ~Susan O. (Five-star Amazon Review) ABOUT THE AUTHOR: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stephanie Rowe is the 2018 winner of the RITA® Award for Best Paranormal Romance, as well as a five-time nominee. She is also a 2021 Vivian® Award nominee. For more information on Stephanie and her books, visit www.stephanierowe.com.
Twelve romantic holiday stories by twelve bestselling young adult authors edited by Stephanie Perkins. If you love holiday stories, holiday movies, made-for-TV-holiday specials, holiday episodes of your favorite sitcoms and, especially, if you love holiday anthologies, you're going to fall in love with My True Love Gave to Me: Twelve Holiday Stories by twelve bestselling young adult writers (Holly Black, Ally Carter, Matt de La Peña, Gayle Forman, Jenny Han, David Levithan, Kelly Link, Myra McEntire, Rainbow Rowell, Stephanie Perkins, Laini Tayler and Kiersten White), edited by the international bestselling Stephanie Perkins. Whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah, Winter Solstice or Kwanzaa, there's something here for everyone. So curl up by the fireplace and get cozy. You have twelve reasons this season to stay indoors and fall in love.
Explorative, responsive and research-led, this ground-breaking textbook offers students invaluable insights into the passage of human development from birth to adulthood. Understanding Developmental Psychology engages students from the outset with its conversational style, taking them on a fascinating journey through their own physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. With a focus on developing critical thinking skills, the book encourages students to engage with cutting-edge research in areas such as replication, gender fluidity, the ageing global population, the implications of social media and recent breakthroughs in neurodevelopment. This textbook not only covers the foundations of developmental psychology but also offers a, fresh perspective on the latest developments in the field. This comprehensive introduction is ideal for both undergraduate and postgraduate students taking courses in developmental psychology. Critical and accessible, the book connects students to the field of developmental psychology in an accessible and culturally inclusive way.
Pairs of fiction and nonfiction books share high-interest topics and encourage children to compare and contrast, distinguish between fact and fiction, and make the transition between fiction and nonfiction reading strategies.
“A fascinating peek behind the making of a megahit, and a delightful bit of nostalgia for those of us who remember life before streaming TV.” —Town & Country Welcome to the O.C., b*tch: it’s the definitive oral history of beloved TV show The O.C., from the show’s creators, featuring interviews with the cast and crew, providing a behind-the-scenes look into how the show was made, the ups and downs over its four seasons, and its legacy today. On August 5th, 2003, Ryan Atwood found himself a long way from his home in Chino—he was in The O.C., an exclusive suburb full of beautiful girls, wealthy bullies, corrupt real-estate tycoons, and a new family helmed by his public defender, Sandy Cohen. Ryan soon warms up to his nerdy, indie band-loving new best friend Seth, and quickly falls for Marissa, the stunning girl next door who has secrets of her own. Completing the group is Summer, Seth’s dream girl and Marissa’s loyal—and fearless—best friend. Together, the friends fall in and out of love, support each other amidst family strife, and capture the hearts of audiences across the country. Just in time for the show’s twentieth anniversary, The O.C.’s creator Josh Schwartz and executive producer Stephanie Savage are ready to dive into how the show was made, the ups and downs over its four seasons, and its legacy today. With Rolling Stone’s chief TV critic and bestselling author Alan Sepinwall conducting interviews with the key cast members, writers, and producers who were there when it all happened, Welcome to the O.C. will offer the definitive inside look at the beloved show—a nostalgic delight for audiences who watched when it aired, and a rich companion to viewers currently discovering the show while it streams on HBO Max and Hulu. The O.C. paved the way for a new generation of iconic teen soaps, launched the careers of young stars, and even gave us the gift of Chrismukkah. Now, it’s time to go back where we started from and experience it all over again. Includes exclusive interviews with: Ben McKenzie * Mischa Barton * Adam Brody * Rachel Bilson * Peter Gallagher * Kelly Rowan * Melinda Clarke * Tate Donovan * Chris Carmack * Autumn Reeser * Willa Holland * Samaire Armstrong * Alan Dale * Colin Hanks * Amanda Righetti * Navi Rawat * Shannon Lucio * Michael Cassidy * McG * Imogen Heap * Alex Greenwald * Ben Gibbard * Paul Scheer * Doug Liman * and many more!
Written in conjunction with Modern Bride magazine by acknowledged authorities with a combined experience of 37 years in the wedding planning field, this reference/workbook realistically addresses the myriad issues, challenges and decisions that today's recently engaged couples must face. Offers superlative advice on everything from wedding budgets, dressing, flowers, music, preparing for marriage (including prenuptial agreements, health testing and stress) to reception options, selecting attendants and marrying again.
Palm Beach County is a unique destination on an outstanding peninsula. It promises "The Best of Everything" -- and delivers with legendary resorts, world-class shopping, pristine beaches, delectable cuisine, award-winning parks, the ancient Everglades, top-flight golf and much more. Local authors tell you from experience how to find the brightest and the best in more than 450 pages in The Insiders' Guide "RM" to Boca Raton & the Palm Beaches.
The undisputed leader on the subject of geriatrics—updated to reflect the most recent advances in the field A Doody's Core Title for 2023! The leading text on the subject of geriatrics, this comprehensive guide combines gerontology principles with clinical geriatrics, offering unmatched coverage of this area of medicine. Anchored in evidence-based medicine and patient-centered practice, Hazzard's Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology presents the most up-to-date, medical information available. This updated eighth edition reflects the continued growth and increasing sophistication of geriatrics as a defined medical discipline. The book focuses on the implementation of key concepts and covers the foundation for geriatrics, as well as frequently encountered syndromes found in older adults. In addition, it provides valuable insights into the simultaneous management of multiple conditions, including psychological and social issues and their interactions, an intrinsic aspect of geriatric patient care. Features: A greater emphasize on the growing knowledge base for key topics in the field, including gerontology, geriatrics, geriatric conditions, and palliative medicine NEW chapters on: Social Determinants of Health, Health Disparities and Health Equity Age Friendly Care Geriatrics Around the World The Patient Perspective Substance Use and Disorders Applied Clinical Geroscience Managing the Care of Patients with Multiple Chronic Conditions UPDATED contributions from a respected and diverse team of geriatricians and subspecialists to reflect clinical breakthroughs and advances NEW: Extensive coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on vulnerable older adults Updated Learning Objectives and Key Clinical Points Hundreds of full-color images
The Divorced Parent dispels the myth that the one-parent home has to be a broken one. Marriage and family counselor Stephanie Marston offers expert guidance for raising happy, healthy children in a divorced home, by providing parents with step-by-step strategies for making their families secure, stable, and nurturing.
Stephanie Feeney has combed the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia to find the fabulous resources that make the area a horticultural paradise. This guide makes it a snap to find over 350 nurseries of all sizes, over 200 mail-order sources for gardening items, over 300 e-mail and Internet Web sites of interest to gardeners, over 200 clubs and organizations, publications, and other sources.
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