Shortly before his death at the age of twenty, the young literary sensation Raymond Radiguet compiled a volume of his poetry, composed between the ages of fourteen and eighteen. Presented here, this prodigious oeuvre is notable as much for its homage to classical style as it is for its risque and even licentious undertones: it is, by Radiguet's own admission, an interpretation of "the birth of Venus", a depiction of the awakening of the senses. Based on the authoritative 1925 text, this du...

This text provides an analysis of the variety of consequences that elections may have for the operation of American political institutions and the formulation and administration of policy.

The telecommunications industry is the fastest growing sector of the US economy. This interdisciplinary study of technopolitical economics traces the industry's evolution from the invention of the telephone to the development of hypercommunications. Primary focus is on AT&T and its rivals.

She’s the sheltered princess of the Irish Mafia. He makes a deal with the devil and vows to keep her safe. Safe from everything – including himself.DanaMy family are MafiaA truth I still can't accept.A secret I want no part in, one that could get me killed.My father placed me in Cillian's hands for protection, or so I'm told.But his protection feels like prison bars, and I refuse to be his captive.

Nico VitaleThe girl I fell in love with was ripped from my arms, never to be heard from again.She was sold to the cruelest man on the planet, Constantine Carbone—my family’s number one enemy.Over the years, I haven’t stopped looking for Selina.And then one fateful night, I finally find her.In a move that will undoubtedly bring war upon my family, I save Selina, killing Constantine’s son in the process.I soon come to realize that Selina is not...

In their arms, danger becomes desire.Every year, monsters demand their Offerings—women like me. This year, I thought I escaped. I thought I was safe. Then he arrived.The Viscount.Dangerous and ruthless, he declares me a late Offering.Swept into the deadly realm of the Shadowfen, I realize I’m not here by chance.They want to rule, and I’m their key. My reality crumbles, and as much as we act like enemies, they refuse to let me go. Their touch ignites ...

A new steamy second chance hockey romcom standalone!There’s absolutely no way I’d ever work for my ex-boyfriend. Besides, the only thing he needs help with is pulling the stick from his perfectly sculpted backside.Gordon Benson is the one man I never wanted to see again. He’s grumpy, antagonistic, and so irritatingly more attractive than he was 12 years ago. Those biceps, that muscular chest, those dark green eyes that still manage to get me all twisted up…it’s not fair.

"My kingdom isn't one you find in fairy tales. Instead, it's built on corruption, lies, and murder."CharlieRaised by the chief of police, I knew tangling with the mafia leader of Northridge Heights was a bad idea. Yet as I gazed into his dark eyes, I couldn't resist Teddy's offer.We made a deal. He helps me find my fathers murderer, and I'll stand by his side as paid protection. But nothing could protect my heart—from him. I saw a side of him few ever do, and it lef...

"You can't be a queen in a crumbled kingdom..."Charlie: Even as Teddy’s child grows in my belly, I feel myself locked in the jaws of grief I can’t escape. But I can’t allow my emotions to distract me.A very real threat lurks in the shadows, eagerly waiting for me to let my guard down for even an instant. Cameron is out there somewhere—and it’s only a matter of time before he finds me.Lucas vowed to protect me, yet with each fluttering kick I feel, I’m reminded that ...

Happily ever afters don’t exist in our world.”CharlieTime stopped when Teddy died. I couldn’t breathe. Couldn’t think. Couldn’t function.Until Lucas.He became an unlikely ally who helped me navigate through my fog of pain. I never intended for it to become more, but one night everything between us crashed to the surface.Now, Teddy is back and I’m trapped in a triangle with two of the deadliest men I know.How can I uncover my father’s murderer...