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She's a lover. He's a…funeral director? Lily loves running her bridal boutique, spreading joy with every wedding she plans. Mort is content running the funeral home next door. They couldn't be more different. But when a marriage proposal outside the two shops ends in a you're dead to me instead of a yes, everything changes as lightning strikes and weird things start to happen… The bridal boutique's flowers wilt and its cakes start to rot, while the funeral home becomes disturbingly upbeat, complete with confetti cannons.

Is the search for the truth worth starting a war? Alvar has been plagued by Dreamons since time immemorial. They stalk the night, in the mist between realms, to twist the dreams of mankind into nightmares and feast upon the primal emotions that dwell deep within. Thirty years ago, a desperate battle was fought and barely won, ushering in the first era of peace Alvar has ever known. The cost was high, but peace is worth any price… as long as it’s real.

In a world where family secrets intertwine with supernatural forces, the Aldridge family faces their greatest challenges yet. With ancient heritage discovered and newfound powers revealed, they must unite like never before to protect their loved ones and uncover truths that could change their lives forever. As dark forces gather, can they remain strong together and keep the shadows at bay?

Echoes of Your Silence is a raw and redemptive memoir about growing up in a house full of unspoken pain. Crystal Allen shares her journey through emotional neglect, generational silence, and the desperate search for love in all the wrong places. Born to a white mother from rural West Virginia and a Black father from Dunbar, West Virginia who was physically present but emotionally absent, Crystal’s story reveals what happens when a young girl goes looking for the love her father never gave her—and finds herself in a prison cell because of it.

Hace mucho tiempo—a long time ago—there lived a beautiful young woman named Adelita. So begins the age-old tale of a kindhearted young woman, her jealous stepmother, two hateful stepsisters, and a young man in search of a wife. The young man, Javier, falls madly in love with beautiful...

Writer and amateur sleuth Peggy Rector returns home to a full plate following a star-studded vacation in the English countryside. She needs to finish her latest book and plan her wedding to the hunky Jess Carson, all while her children plot to convert her rambling Victorian house into a B&B. When Velma Whittaker, a local genealogist, dies under mysterious circumstances, Peggy must puzzle out who wanted Velma dead and why? Was it her multi-million-dollar lottery win or something more? A search for Velma’s will turns up a cryptic clue left for her heirs, but are they up to the challenge?

Frank and John are in the courtroom. Their friend, Pete, is on trial for murder. The District Attorney seeks the death penalty, but Pete's attorney is Marcy Adams. She intuits that, despite the evidence, there is a way to get the jury to acquit her client.

Magdalena Herrera is about to graduate high school, but she already feels like an adult with serious responsibilities: caring for her ailing grandmother; working a part-time job; clandestine makeouts with a girl who has a boyfriend. And then there's her secret, which pulls her into the basement each night, drains her of energy, and leaves her bleeding. A secret that could hurt and even kill if it ever got out—like it did once before.

When a prince appears on a witch's doorstep, lost and injured, she lets him into her home...But she is determined that her heart will remain tightly locked, and he will never have the key. In a kingdom where magic evokes both awe and fear, Alma’s rare magical affinity causes the witch hunters to descend on her family, forcing her to abandon all she knows. For a decade, Alma conceals herself, estranged from a world that misconstrues her powers.

Step back in time and witness the power of oratory with 'Historic Speeches from the 1930s to 1980s,' a captivating collection that spans pivotal moments in history and showcases the voices of some of the most influential figures of the 20th century. From trailblazing aviators to legendary athletes, political leaders, civil rights activists, and cultural icons, this anthology offers a window into the past through the words of those who shaped it.

Successful Manhattan accountant Stacy Brown is shocked when her almost perfect life unexpectedly crumbles around her. Blindsided by her husband when he serves her with divorce papers and tossed aside by the women she considered her best friends, devastation and depression hit her hard. But when her mother sends her an old photograph of her and two childhood friends, Candace and Olivia, it fuels a desire in Stacy to find that person she once was.

Isabelle is haunted by remorse over a past mistake that drastically changed the lives of those closest to her. Apologizing would be a step in the right direction—if only she could muster the courage to say, "I'm sorry." Her world is turned upside down when her late husband's will stipulates that she transform their waterfront estate into a bed and breakfast. As the summer's first guests are due to arrive, Isabelle feels increasingly overwhelmed. Unexpected help arrives in the form of her twenty-four-year-old granddaughter.

Nova Scofield isn’t looking for anything serious. She’s not looking for anything at all, actually. Still recovering after walking away from her narcissistic fiancé weeks before their wedding, she is happily focused on her floral shop, Wild Flora. But then Jax Stratford walks into the shop and Nova suddenly remembers what it’s like to feel the gravitational pull of chemistry. For one night, she allows herself the freedom of letting her desire lead her.

I finally met my match, and she doesn't even know my true identity. I'm Italy's most famous actor, seeking refuge from the spotlight after my public breakup. When my Amalfi Coast getaway is disrupted by a fiery redhead wielding a camera, the exclusive Mare Verde Hotel quickly becomes a battleground. Our meet-hate sparks a whirlwind of clashes, but beneath the animosity lies undeniable chemistry.

Lailani has always known that being a woman means that she will never be a dragon rider, but when a messenger shows up demanding that all dragon riders must prepare for war, Lailani knows that her father’s crippling illness will get him killed. She must choose between two paths: let him go and die or put on his armor and go in his place.

This book merges heartfelt anecdotes with “GIG (God is Good) breaks,” providing real-time insights into how God’s presence can profoundly shape everyday life. Whether you’re deeply entrenched in your faith or merely exploring, Amelia’s relatable stories of vulnerability and triumph offer inspiration and encouragement.

Marty feels she's in a good place with David. She trusts him. While talking freely, she reveals that her relationships with Josh and Marshawn are much deeper than with her other porn partners. His questions give no indication of jealousy. Does he see himself as a supportive business executive, or the secretive maestro of multiple dysfunctional personalities?

He's a single dad. I'm his daughter's teacher. Fate brought us together, but my job is keeping us apart. When I met Jacob three months ago, he left a lasting impression on me. In fact, I haven't stopped thinking about him since. Knowing nothing but his first name, I assumed I'd never see him again. Imagine my surprise when I walk into my new job as a literature instructor for the best private school in America and … there he is, tall and imposing.

In "Echoes of the Forsaken," three men-Lucas, Trey, and Mark-embark on a heist in an old mansion, only to find themselves trapped by the dark magic of its enigmatic owner, Eleanora. The mansion's malevolent force traps them in a nightmarish labyrinth, so they must confront their deepest fears and past mistakes. The only hope of escape lies in a dangerous ritual, demanding great sacrifice and an alliance with the witch who bound them.

The Love in the City series wraps up with this delightful story about starting over! Living the dream life as a model in New York City used to be enough for me, Olivia Fulton. Now, even the fame isn't enough to bring me out of my funk. A series of events bring me face to face with the regrets of my past. Add in the collapse of my three-year relationship and reconnecting with long-lost friends, and I may finally be able to learn—the hard way of course—that everything I thought was important really isn't. A surprising love interest begins to teach me about the person I truly want to be.