Will Seattle Make a Man of Him Yet?On a night out in Seattle's gay club scene, a chance encounter with an intriguing older man inspires Steven Frazier with visions of a more rewarding life. But when Steven abandons drugs and one-night stands, his loyal-but-venomous best friend won't set him free without a fight. Must Steven sacrifice friendship—and forsake an unrequited love—to follow his dreams?As Steven's horizons expand, his friends now include eclectic ...

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Can He Paint His Muse into 36 Views of Seattle?Artist Ryan Ikeda's domestic bliss shatters after an invitation to join a career-launching gallery show in 1990s Seattle. His artistic uncertainty and secret desires, dangerous as turpentine and flame, threaten to torch his bond with Ben, his handsome boyfriend and muse.Suddenly, instability rocks every aspect of Ryan's life: his grandmother's sinking health, his friends moving on to new jobs, even his...

Does Seattle give a damn about his past reputation?After being caught in a backseat tryst with the mayor's son, twenty-one-year-old Shane Fontaine is exiled from his small hometown. Now, alone in the city, he seeks solace in punk show mosh pits and bathhouse saunas.But the music scene and gay community in 1982 recession-era Seattle aren't always safe. Rescued from a brutal beating, Shane forms a friendship with a Russian engineering student that launches a ...

Mark’s marriage is over, but the pain of betrayal still clings to him. His ex-wife, Tamra, is relentless, using their children and shared history as weapons to keep him tied to the past. Every argument feels like a battle he can’t win, and the scars of their toxic relationship run deep.Haunted by depression, guilt, and the question of whether he could have saved his marriage, Mark struggles to rebuild his life. He wants to be a good father, but Tamra’s manipulations and his own inn...

If I Were In My Twenties AgainLet’s be real. I might sound like a nagging parent at times (don’t worry, it’s all out of love), but I promise, I have your best interests at heart. I’ve made just about every mistake possible—financial, health-related, and personal—and I want to share those lessons with you, so you don’t have to repeat them.When I was in my 20s, I lived in a world of impulse buys, bad financial habits, and instant gratification. Credit cards were my best frien...

Seraphina finds her parents staring at the walls, in a daze. Her home life in Para is becoming increasingly abnormal and questions her reality and sanity. She struggles to hold on to her life and have a want for something better.After series of events forces her to venture deeper in the forest of Dise. The forest was a place she often seeks refuge as a child, and she views it as a safe haven. However, during this trip into Dise, her surroundings morph into a strange area. She meets...

THIS BOOK IS ABOUT EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCEIn "Be the Boss of Your Emotions," we explore the depths of personal growth and empowerment, exploring the many facets of mastering one's emotions, changing mindsets, and overcoming obstacles on the path to success. Through a series of insightful discussions, practical exercises, and words of encouragement, readers are guided on a transformative journey of self-discovery and realization.The book begins by addressing the fundamental i...

Throk the warrior takes on his first adventure ever. Stranded on a hostile coast, with bone white shores and rich green jungles, will this barbarian make it out of the jungle alive? And what does this green inferno hide?A shory story.

The Ultimate Submarine Compendium: 36 Captivating Reads charts the submarine's emergence as both technological marvel and literary emblem of modernity. Ranging from technical exposition, naval history, and eyewitness-inflected discussion to adventure fiction, juvenile serials, and speculative romance, the volume reveals how undersea navigation inspired dreams of scientific mastery alongside anxieties about war, secrecy, and the unknown. Particularly striking are its encounters between prac...

Ajax provides readers with accounts of various attacks on merchant ships, civilian vessels, and military targets, detailing the devastation caused by German submarines. The book reflects the sentiment of the time, portraying German forces as ruthless aggressors who disregarded international law and human life. By chronicling specific incidents and offering analysis of German naval strategy, Ajax seeks to present a record of atrocities that were part of the larger conflict at sea during Wor...

Where Do I Find the Time?Make Time for What Matters—Without Losing Your MindLife is coming at you fast—work deadlines, family obligations, personal goals, and that never-ending to-do list. You want more time for the things that light you up and the things you need to get done… but how?In Where Do I Find the Time?, you'll discover practical, real-life strategies to help you reclaim your schedule, prioritize what truly matter...