Jules van der Meer... He's somebody I shouldn't want, someone I can't have.The forbidden fruit. The desire not to be indulged in. He's wealthy, successful, important... everything I'm not.I'm half his age. Immature and desperate.It's what they all say—the men in the night with the fancy clothes and the shiny cars, with enough money to make me do whatever they please.But him... well, he looks at me like I'm the answer to his prayers, a diamon...

In "Is Life Worth Living?", William James engages the reader in a profound exploration of existential questions central to human experience. Written in 1895, this essay captures James's trademark pragmatic philosophical style, characterized by its accessible prose and deep emotional resonance. He employs case studies, personal anecdotes, and philosophical reflections to investigate the complexities of life's meaning and the tensions between despair and purpose. As part of the broader conte...

In "A Pluralistic Universe," William James presents a profound philosophical exploration advocating for a worldview that embraces plurality over absolutism. Published in 1909, during a period of significant intellectual upheaval, this work challenges the traditional metaphysical systems that sought singular truths. James employs an engaging literary style, blending rigorous argumentation with accessible prose, invoking pragmatism to assert that reality consists of diverse experiences and p...

In "Talks To Teachers On Psychology; And To Students On Some Of Life's Ideals," William James offers a profound exploration of the intersection between psychology and education, delivering insights that remain remarkably relevant. Written in an accessible style that combines anecdotal richness with rigorous psychological principles, James addresses the moral and practical dimensions of teaching. This book situates itself within the broader context of early 20th-century psychology, reflecti...

In "Great Men, Great Thoughts, and The Environment," William James intricately weaves together philosophy and psychology to explore the interplay between individual agency and environmental influences on human thought and development. Through a nuanced literary style that effortlessly blends anecdotal evidence with philosophical discourse, James examines how the thoughts of remarkable individuals are shaped not only by their genius but also by the social and environmental contexts that sur...

William James's 'The Will to Believe, and Other Essays in Popular Philosophy' is a seminal work that explores the intricate nexus between faith, belief, and human experience. Through a series of essays, James employs a pragmatic literary style that is both accessible and intellectually rigorous, investigating the conditions under which belief is justified. He argues against the notion of belief as a purely rational decision, proposing instead that our inherent instincts and passions shape ...

Forbidden moments and secrets …She ran and hid in one of the biggest cities in the world.It’s the best place to remain anonymous if you try hard enough.But that all comes crashing down when I spend the night with her.My new assistant.I made a vow to never mention the night we spent together again.She didn’t know who I was, and I preferred to keep it that way.But when her past comes back to haunt her, I’m the only one ...

Our bond is steel.We began to rebuild what we had, because I’m determined to make things right.Someone is out to ruin me, and they’re using Anais to do it.Danger threatened to take her from me forever.But what they don’t know is when someone threatens what is mine, there will be hell to pay.Steel Empire is book three in the Broken Cross series. Themes in this dark and sexy series may not be suitable for all listeners.

'More Than Two' as the title suggests is a collection of erotic short stories that explore the joys of open relationships, ethical non-monogamy, threesomes and group fun in the bedroom.This collection from Cupido includes;'The Game', 'The Other Man', 'Come for Coffee', 'The Massive Surprise', 'Mojito', 'Follow the Rules', 'As Usual', 'Fantasy or...', 'The Architect, Me and the Bartender', 'Naughty Fantasy', 'She Will Be Here Soon', 'The Anniversary', 'A Wonderful Chef', 'He...

What was stolen …When my world was ripped out from under me,I craved solitude so that I could heal.It became a habit until I saw her.She might hate me,But that’s okay.She doesn’t know that she’s my obsession.And I’m the only one who can protect her,Because she’s mine.

What lurks in the shadows …I was in the wrong place at the wrong timeWhen Broderick Cross saved me from an untimely fate.I hated him with every fiber of my being,And I know he won’t touch me because I’m his best friend’s sister.Or that’s what I thought.But even with danger knocking on my door,The one I need protection from is him.

WRENMoms are good at one thing: the guilt trip. It’s the only reason I’m at the funeral of a man I’ve never had anything to do with.I’ll show up, make her happy, and get out.At least that’s what I think until I learn daddy dearest has left me a crap load of money and the obligation to learn about the family business. All from his eldest son who looks nothing like the rest of us.Darcy is the only Ritcherson who doesn’t treat me like the bastard son that I am....