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Do you constantly judge and fixate on your actions and decisions? Do your thoughts make you increasingly anxious? Are you always a glass half empty type of person? If you answered "yes" to any of the above questions, then you may have what psychologists call a "toxic mindset" - resulting in anxiety, depression, lower self-esteem, and poor quality of life. According to the National Science Foundation, the average person can have anywhere between 12,000 to 60,000 thoughts per day, and about 80 percent of those are negative.

Best-selling author Marissa Anderson never thought she’d turn to a small-town diner to escape the stresses of writer’s block. She also never expected to thrive as a manager there while keeping her author identity a secret—and she never dreamed she’d find a family she didn’t know she needed. Except for her boss, who seems to see right through her.

In a world on the verge of an unfathomable disaster, Noah and April sense something looming long before anyone else. Driven by an unshakable pull they can’t quite explain, they dedicate themselves to preparing a hidden bunker, pouring every ounce of love and determination into safeguarding the six foster children they’ve brought into their home. As the skies darken and the earth trembles with forewarning, they press on, guided by faith in a purpose larger than themselves. When the long-dreaded moment finally arrives, chaos reigns outside—but inside their hearts, a quiet strength holds fast.

Crypto archaeologist, Kinley Dunn accomplished the impossible; translating an ancient Mayan text that stumped experts since its discovery hundreds of years ago. Rumored to hold the key to a vast and priceless treasure, Kinley is determined to be part of the discovery until she finds herself stranded in Guatemala without a way to reach her mentor.

"What do you mean I'm arrested?" "There's evidence you started the fire that burned down..." The officer paused to check his notes and I waited. I'd started a lot of fires. I'd burned a lot of things. No one has ever arrested me for it though. Join Cynthia and Winnie as they investigate an arson and try and prove that, at least this time, they didn't start the fire."

Has your sex life reached a point where you’re seeking fresh excitement to keep the passion alive, or perhaps it’s already great, but you’re curious about exploring new heights of pleasure and connection? Whether you’re looking to add more spice or simply curious about the endless possibilities for enhancing intimacy, you’re in the right place. This comprehensive 3-in-1 Explicit Erotica Guide is designed to open up a world of sensuality, discovery, and unforgettable experiences for you and your partner.

Seventeen-year-old Rebecca Ashford and her younger sister, Errol, have finally found safe refuge at Crown Haven, a witch-led survivor colony in the post-demon-apocalypse world they live in. While Rebecca is happy to have a secure place to live, she’s plagued with guilt over her best friend, Fox, leaving. She knows he left because of how she reacted to learning that he was half demon, and it’s affecting her newfound witch powers.

After four long years in the army, causing international incidents and trying to eliminate Florida from the maps, Cynthia Sharp and her K-9 partner Sgt. Winnifred Pupperson have retired. Back home in Sweet Pea, OH, they are ready to kick back and relax. Except the damn chickens.

Diane Morris is part of the thin line separating a happy, mundane world from all of the horrors of the anomalous. Her federal agency is underfunded, understaffed, and misunderstood, and she'd rather transfer to the boring safety of Logistics than remain a field agent. When a troupe of international thieves make off with a pair of dragon eggs, Diane has no choice but to ally with a demon against the forces looking to leave her city a smoldering crater. Facing down rogue wizards, fiery elementals, and crazed gunmen, it's a race against time to get the precious cargo.

Remember, you must die. Spurred on by her mother’s need for the family’s 15 minutes of fame, jaded skeptic Hanlen Arbor returns to her hometown, the root of her past terror, only to be thrust into a new nightmare. Someone is murdering the good people of the city in a macabre scene of blood and ritual. When Hanlen gets pulled into the mystery, she’s not prepared for what she finds or the dangers that await her in the bayou. And she’s certainly not ready for the handsome-as-sin man whom she’s forced to put her faith in.

With nothing left, Lucas arrives in Ember, Colorado—a town that holds the only clue to his past and the parents he lost at a young age. Taken in by Rocko, the compassionate local bar owner, Lucas dedicates himself to saving money for top surgery and building a new life. Everything changes when Veronica walks into the bar. Unbeknownst to Lucas, she is a vampire sanctioned by the council to take his blood. Neither of them realizes that Lucas carries a hidden legacy—his parents were vampire kin, genetically predisposed to being turned.

Katie thought she had more time… until one letter threatened to take away everything. At forty-three, Katie Hayes has poured her heart into her beachside bookstore, with her rescue dog, Benny, by her side. As Katie prepares for the annual Wishing Tree Festival, a mysterious letter from the city threatens to shut down the Breezy Tails Bookshop forever. When widower Sam Everett arrives in Hadley Cove, a chance encounter ignites a chain of events that could change everything. Can Katie and Sam save the bookstore and their second chance at love, or will they have to say goodbye to both?

Skilled forensics scientist Schuyler Liu never expected her job working for a ghost-hunting show to bring so much peace. Until a grand locale in the Garden District uncovers way more than just rattling pipes and drafty entryways, and she walks away with more than she ever imagined. When chaos morphs to terror, she turns to the one man she knows may be able to help her. They may not see eye-to-eye, given their vastly differing beliefs, but Pax is her touchstone in the maelstrom, and she plans to grab hold with both hands until they find the answers they seek.

Meet Josie: My friend was supposed to refer me to a plumber. Instead, she sends a Hugh Jackman lookalike to my bridal boutique. Leather jacket, snug jeans, and a motorcycle—what a sight! It's almost enough to make me forget about my nearly-doomed grand opening. Especially when I realize that Graham, my childhood crush, is the one standing before me.

Lia Weaver went against everything she’d ever known when she risked her life to help a Farther fugitive named Gabe escape from the Aeralian soldiers, and her life changed forever. And the Frost changed, too—the Farthers have taken over her village, a new group of vigilantes calling themselves the Blackcoats are making plans to overthrow the Farther occupiers, and the Thorns are seeking for her to join them.

The aftermath of a relationship with a narcissist can feel like seeing yourself through shattered glass. Mending the pieces of who you are after abuse and gas-lighting can be a daunting task. But… YOU ARE NOT ALONE! "Mirror of Betrayal" by Chase Andrews is a beacon of hope on your journey to thrive again. This profound book is specifically crafted for those emerging from the shadows of narcissistic abuse and grappling with the complexities of Complex PTSD.

Juggling two women (something one should never do), but when you meet two awesome women, being a part of both of their lives, you find yourself caught in a conundrum. But in the end, you meet the two best people who make you a better person in the end. Thank you, thank you two!

How Are You? I Am Alive Blessed and Challenged! is not just a collection of poetry—it’s a declaration. A scream. A whisper. A hand reaching out from the wreckage and saying, I’m still here. Sharliene Phillips shares her story through unfiltered, gut-honest verse—tackling trauma, abuse, anxiety, healing, sexuality, depression, survival, and everything in between. These poems carry scars and strength, tears and laughter, rage and resilience. Whether you’ve lived it, survived it, or are still fighting through it, this book offers a mirror, a light, and a voice that refuses to stay silent.

It all started one drunken night when she was a sweet and innocent freshman and I was a cocky, overconfident sophomore. I've never forgotten the time we spent together, but life is complicated and I let it get in the way. But the universe has thrown us back together and now that I'm newly single, I can't stop thinking about her. So it's a damn shame my dream girl wants absolutely nothing to do with me.

Larken Maynard knows fear. Though not the kind she’s experienced while working as a paranormal investigator on the hit show, Haunted New Orleans. Her terror stems from the sadistic, manipulative group who held her hostage for most of her life. Those who condemned her for her natural-born gifts.