When Melody Trow rebuffs the advances of the Marchett Estate Bailiff's son, her life in Emmett Wood with her grandfather comes to an abrupt end. A chance meeting with Abbot Cranshaw just when she needs his help, sets Melody on a new path where she proves her worth to the Cranshaw family. As her life appears to be settled, a vindictive act pushes her further into the life of the Cranshaws. Melody finds herself having to choose between stifling security or relative freedom when the Cranshaw ...

Elspeth Scobie is not a happy woman. Her tenants are late with their rents, and her assistant is leaving to go home to the islands and get married. For Elspeth, money is not to be spent on wasteful things such as repairs, coal, weddings and certainly not Christmas! Will a night of disturbed sleep change her mind?This re-telling of Dickens' A Christmas Carol, set in Glasgow, Scotland in the 1930s, brings a refreshing twist to a familiar tale.

When Laura Curtly announces that she wants to become a policewoman, her parents dismiss the idea as an unsuitable occupation for a young middle-class woman in 1930s England. At best, Laura could hope for a short period of employment as a secretary before marriage and children to a promising young man. But Laura is interested in people and eventually comes up with a new plan.Under the pretence of creative writing studies, Laura embarks on a correspondence course to become a journali...

Nestled between Devon and Dorset on the south coast of England, for the people of Wynn Vale time passes slowly.Argus Sansom is dead, leaving the Green Cygnet Inn to his adult children. His son, Magnes, is missing presumed dead in France. His youngest daughter Nell dreams of leaving the Vale and getting on in life. Molly, at twenty-five and the middle child, is determined to run the Inn despite plenty of opposition.Over the course of a year, follow Molly and Nell as they nav...

An impulsive kiss and a fake relationship. What could possibly go wrong?When chief of police, Will, pulls sassy Layla over for speeding yet again, the last thing he expects her to do is plant a kiss on him. And he certainly isn’t prepared for the fireworks that explode when their lips meet.With a robbery in Maple Creek, Will has his hands full trying to track the criminal down. Matters only get worse when Layla’s flower shop is broken into. Not to mention t...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Startup Foundations is an essential guide for entrepreneurs looking to lay the solid groundwork for a successful business. This book covers everything from market research and business planning to branding and customer acquisition. By focusing on the foundational steps that every startup needs, this book provides you with the knowledge and practical advice to turn your entrepreneurial vision into a thriving business.Wit...

How ordinary people went from resistance to revolution: "[A] concise, lively narrative . . . the authors expertly build tension." — Publishers WeeklyAmericans know about the Boston Tea Party and "the shot heard 'round the world," but sixteen months divided these two iconic events, a period that has nearly been lost to history. The Spirit of '74 fills in this gap in our nation's founding narrative, showing how in these mislaid months, step by step,...

That night of strip poker with the neighbors had been the hottest of their marriage. Susan and Bill had never had the guts to ask for a follow up. Not everyone was into swapping spouses. The months ticked off the calendar until the set of neighbors and another, younger, spicier couple would be heading to the mountains out west for their much anticipated vacation.Instead of poker, a game of Truth or Dare is struck up between the three couples. The crackling fire isn't the only thing...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In this thought-provoking book, delve into the intricate world of soil policy and legislation. With a keen focus on our planet's precious skin, the book unveils a comprehensive analysis of the current soil protection policies. Through meticulous research and expert insights, the author puts forth compelling proposals for more effective regulations that aim to safeguard the vitality of our soil. Drawing upon scientific expertise and prac...

Investigative journalists present explosive new evidence connecting the accused JFK assassin to the CIA—and to his own killer.Journalists Ray and Mary La Fontaine have uncovered significant new evidence in the Kennedy assassination—evidence that substantiates the existence of a conspiracy, and that suggests Lee Harvey Oswald was framed for the president's murder. In Oswald Talked, they establish a crucial link between Oswald and Jack Ruby, the CIA, and oth...

Fake dating is easy until opposites attract!Eccentric hippie, Onyx Sharp, is the maid of honor in her best friend’s wedding. But she's not happy about having to spend so much time with the best man, Taylor. Not only does she distrust men, but being around him annoys her. The last thing she expects is for him to kiss her impulsively at a party before the wedding. And the main problem is, she wants him to kiss her one more time, but she’s not sure she can let her hea...

Welcome to the first year’s worth of stories from the new online magazine ZNB Presents published by the small press Zombies Need Brains. In these pages, you will find original science fiction and fantasy stories of awe and wonder, darkness and light, ranging through all of the subgenres, including urban fantasy, alternate history, space opera, fairy tales, and more. They come from the most talented authors in the field today—new voices as well as trusted and familiar names. Join us as we e...