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When the news broke that my dad had been using his position at the fertility clinic to do things he shouldn’t, it sent our small town into uproar. That the world now knows that my overbearing father isn’t as squeaky clean as he seems might even be worth it...except that he’s taking my mother and me down with him. Things in my family have gotten really rough, but there are two constants that I can still rely on: my best friend Eli and our new friend Nathanial.

Wren Lee is a hot-shot surgeon who’s just accepted a new position at Denver General. He expects to prove himself to his patients and colleagues...but never dreams he’ll come face-to-face with the man whose heart he broke in high school. The man that Wren has been longing for ever since. “I can’t believe the nerve of him!” Nate Wells still has a sore spot where Wren is concerned...and when Wren transfers into the hospital where Nate is gunning for the position of head nurse, he feels like the bruise on his heart is being injured all over again.

Do you often wake up tired, hit an afternoon slump, or feel like your energy has quietly slipped away with age? You’re not alone. Low energy is one of the most common frustrations for older adults — but it doesn’t have to be your new normal. Energy Boost Workbook for Seniors is your 14-day step-by-step guide to regaining vitality with small, practical habits you can start today. Part of the Senior Boost Workbooks Series (Memory Boost and Stress Busting), by J.J. Oliver, this warm and encouraging workbook shows you how to recharge your body and mind without extreme diets, long workouts...

“I’m used to hiding in the background...but he makes me feel like I’m the only man on earth.” Beck Powell is used to skirting below the radar. Growing up with his abusive uncle has left him awkward and reclusive, clinging to the edges of the new life he’s built for himself in the small town of Harlan. But when he meets a mountain of a man who lights him up inside, Beck’s initial fear succumbs to a growing and ever-present attraction. “Shh, mi tesoro. He’ll never get to you again.”

Are you a romantic learner of English with a love for good food? Are you bored with grammar worksheets? If so, A Kitchen Romance is the perfect book for you. It will have your heart singing, your stomach rumbling and your vocabulary growing. Interested? Then, read on. Darshani and William want one thing in life: to be top chefs. So when their college announces a cooking competition, they jump at the chance to perfect their cooking skills in the heat of battle. With dinner at the best restaurant in town waiting for the winner, they will do whatever it takes to win. The only problem is ...

When you’re faced with going home after so many years of being an adult, on your own, you realize just how much you’ve changed. The old gas station isn’t the same one you bought candybars at anymore. Your school doesn’t look familiar. The streets are cracked and broken - and you realize you are, too. Breakaway Ranch isn’t for sale, but the bankers disagree. Like everyone else in the community, Jacob was practically born riding a horse. As a child, his mount fell into a hole and left both of them with shattered bones.

He’s arrogant, infuriating, and sexy as hell. I knew Rian would be trouble the minute I met his dark, smoldering eyes. A whistleblower on a major pharmaceutical company, they will stop at nothing to silence him. But his rebellious disregard of my authority will get him killed. If only I can stop thinking of other uses for his smart mouth, and focus on the job. Can we stop fighting long enough to win this fight? Or maybe I should just move the battle to the bedroom, and tame the shrew.

Andreas betrayed me once, and I walked away. Now he’s returned, asking me for protection from a stalker. I have to throttle anger, restrain lust - just focus on the job. But he’s not just a job. He’s the man I refuse to let get away a second time. If I have to guard him with my body, then in return I want his soul. We were friends then enemies, but now I must try and forgive past sins.

Staying strong, steady, and independent isn’t about chasing youth, it’s about training your body to keep doing what you love. Strength & Mobility Boost Workbook for Seniors, part of the Senior Boost Workbooks Series, gives you a clear, step-by-step 10-week program designed specifically for older adults who want to build confidence, protect independence, and feel energized every day. Inside you’ll find: Easy-to-follow daily routines that take just 10–20 minutes. Joint-friendly strength training for safer movement and everyday power. Balance and mobility exercises proven to reduce ...

Popikone, Sexsymbol, Tierrechtsaktivistin, Schauspielerin, Sinnbild des Lebensgefühls der Neunzigerjahre – all diese Beschreibungen treffen zu. Allerdings werden sie dem Phänomen Pamela Anderson nicht gerecht. Die Frau, die von vielen allzu schnell als Baywatch-Nixe oder Playboy-Häschen abgetan wird, kann auf ein schillerndes Leben zwischen Glamour, Skandalen und dem Engagement für Minderheiten und Schutzlose zurückblicken.

Lance’s abject fear of water won’t stop him from designing the interior of the island-bound Castle Harbor resort. Yet a close call brings him in contact with the stunning local captain of a boat touring company. Can he overcome his phobia to find love? Quinn is a single father to his adopted nephew, the pair still raw after losing Quinn's sister. Meeting a new, gorgeous man is entirely unexpected, but very well received. Still, he needs something more permanent than an interior designer in town for a few weeks.

Benji Wilde grew up on the wrong side of the tracks, where violence was normal and robbery was a valid occupation. Recently released early from prison on account of his good behavior, there’s only one thing stopping Benji from turning his life around - he needs a job. And the only person willing to give him a chance? The same man Benji spent his high school years bullying relentlessly...when a spark ignites between them, will Gavin introduce this scared bad boy to the pleasures that can exist when a man loves another man?

Zachary is a brilliant architect, considered to be an artist on blueprints. When the chance of a lifetime comes along, he can’t say no to it. Even if it means running a handsome, young stranger into the ground to succeed. Lucas is the reserved owner of Castle Harbor’s only lodging - an inn left to him by his parents. His temper flares when he hears rumors of a resort coming to the island. Yet, when he meets the architect behind the plans, those flames become a sizzle that he can’t ignore. The business proposition that could destroy them...or bring them closer than ever.

Calm your mind. Relax your body. Restore balance—one simple day at a time. Stress affects everyone, but for seniors it often feels heavier—health concerns, financial pressures, changing routines, or even just the pace of modern life. The good news? Stress doesn’t have to control you. With the right tools, you can ease tension, reclaim calm, and enjoy more peace in your daily life. The Stress Busting Workbook for Seniors—part of the Senior Boost Workbooks Series by J.J. Oliver—is a 30-day step-by-step plan designed especially for adults over 50. In just 10–15 minutes a day, ...

Business owners feel they must have a team they can always see and track to get results. That coupled with wanting to micro-manage every aspect of the business makes the idea of having your own business too much to handle, but is it really too much to handle? J.W. Oliver Jr. answers this question head-on with a well-detailed book drawing from his personal experience of managing several businesses over a span of 30-plus years. He highlights the many benefits and troubleshoots possible problems with outsourcing.

An event planner desperate to prove himself. A CEO with sky-high dreams. The grand opening that brings them together. Dean is the man behind the Blue Star Resort in Castle Harbor. He’s delighted to see his dreams become a reality - even if it means hiring a local to work with his star planner. Despite their friction, Dean can’t help but have eyes for the new arrival. Wyatt left town a long time ago, only to return when hired on for the impressive job of opening the resort. It’s the sort of thing that only comes along once in a lifetime. Just like the CEO of the company.

Escaping to a world of fantasy is something we all do. Be it a good book, a movie, or whacking your friends with foam bats, we all have a way to release from the day-to-day drive. But sometimes playtime turns into something more. He would have ridden in on a white horse. Raine is a big fan of the medieval ages. He spends most of his weekends at a castle encouraging others to act out their swords-and-sorcery dreams. But when a curious soldier walks into his life, the usually confident and creative single dad finds himself at a loss. And maybe just a little bit in awe.

Fail, and you lose it all. Win, and you lose him. Braden is determined to get this resort project off the ground but has one little problem. He faces a very enthusiastic gang of environmentalists protecting puffins. And one of those protesters is awfully cute. Jesse came to Castle Harbor to open the puffin refuge and never left. He’s willing to risk everything for his beloved wildlife habitats. Though he’s well-acquainted with wild beauty, he’s not expecting the habitat’s enemy to be so handsome.

Clyde has been living rough since he was 14. He’s a troublemaker, a hustler, and a small-time hoodlum; and until a normal life comes around, he’s running with the Rapps. Clyde’s mother is in prison, and when her situation takes a dangerous turn, Clyde’s new mission isn’t knocking over gas stations for quick cash; it’s focused on a much bigger payout. Luckily for him, he has support from an unexpected source. But that support comes with an unspoken price - his heart.

So here I am, about to ask my buddy Leo if he'll pretend to be my spouse for a few weeks until Mom buzzes off. My mother, the matchmaker...I just never thought she'd turn that gaze on me. Thank God he needs the money, or else... well, no "or else". Leo's a great guy. He'd do this for me, money or not. I know he would. It's the whole reason I'm asking him and not some random guy off the street. There's definitely no other reason.