The most popular, provocative, and unforgettable essays from the past fifteen years of the New York Times “Modern Love” column—including stories from the anthology series starring Tina Fey, Andy Garcia, Anne Hathaway, Catherine Keener, Dev Patel, and John SlatteryA young woman goes through the five stages of ghosting grief. A man’s promising fourth date ends in the emergency room. A female lawyer with bipolar disorder experiences the highs and lows of ...

It's been two years since Mr. Rising offered Ever and her men the chance to work for them. They've settled into the job now, but by no means have their lives become any less dangerous. The older teams don't like how many high-profile jobs they get, and now there's a mole in their midst, one that threatens everyone who works for Mr. Rising; agents and families are in danger.When members of Ever's family become under threat, Ever doesn't take it lightly; Shadow comes out to play, and...

The shocks just keep coming. It seems that as soon as Ever, her men, and friends get used to one new revelation, another one follows quickly on its heels.This job is going to be more complicated than usual because of the emotions involved, and that's not even mentioning the hidden complications that none of them could have predicted would happen. If anyone can handle it will be Ever and her men.Add in personal complications, and this is going to be far from straightforward....

Ever's been taken by Blake, the last thing she saw was three of her men covered in blood lying on the floor.We're finally going to know why Blake wants her so badly. Will she survive? Will the guys get to her in time? Or will it all be over?With their allies by their sides, it's time to end this! No one threatens what's theirs without deadly consequences. This has been going on for too long.Will they all make it out the other side, or will someone get lost in the ba...

The only way to survive the flames is to become one with them.Since my parents died when I was young, I've been bounced from foster home to foster home. Some have been great. Others… not so much.My social worker, Amanda, assures me that this new home will be my final one.New house. New school. New life.Surprisingly enough, my foster parents are wonderful and my foster siblings have quickly become the family I thought I lost. And I know I'll ...

This award-winning volume of recipes and stories "presents a captivatingly original cuisine . . . packed with unique and delicious layers of flavor" (Sean Brock).In two of the most renowned and historic venues in Harlem, Alexander Smalls and JJ Johnson created a unique take on the Afro-Asian-American flavor profile. They drew on their extensive travels through the African diaspora and their deep knowledge of how African, Asian, and African-American influences criss-...

Of course a supposed vacation couldn't stay that way for Ever and the guys. With the arrival of Atlas and the mysteries that seem to grow the longer they're around him, including how he not only knows the new bartender in town but gives him orders of a questionable nature that are followed without hesitation but with a knowing smile.Throw in snow storms, assholes, and a hot tub and this vacation is turning into a rollercoaster ride. It doesn't look like things are going to calm dow...

Ever, her men, and a couple of extra friends are finally starting to unlock the truth of the missing students, but a new lead gives them some shocking news that none of them could've predicted and sends Ever into a tailspin.That's nothing compared to the emotional turmoil of receiving a letter from her dead mother, it's not her, that would be impossible but what was the purpose of sending it and more importantly who sent it?Mysteries are piling up around them as things heat...

For fans of Bridgerton and The Davenports comes a sweeping historical novel from bestselling author Veronica Chambers about courageous (and flirtatious) Ida B. Wells as she navigates society parties and society prejudices to become a civil rights crusader.Before she became a warrior, Ida B. Wells was an incomparable flirt with a quick wit and a dream of becoming a renowned writer. The eldest child of newly freed parents who thrived in a community ...

What choice do you have when the flames consume you?Kidnapped by the witches, I'm forced to attend a school designed to train me in all things "magic." My aunt offers me a deal in exchange for my compliance.During the week, I'll learn how to be a proper witch. On the weekend, I'm free to return to my family and friends. Sounds great, right? Wrong. So, so wrong.Meanwhile, in the outside world, Christian has been consumed by his wolf, my mates are str...

Liam revealing one of Ever's biggest secrets should be the only big revelation of the week but now Ever and her men, along with Peter are in a race against time to get to Elena before a threat from her past can.Ever's skills are tested, the bonds with her men grow even stronger, more secrets are revealed, and more allies are made along the way as the repercussions catch up to those who deserve it.Just when Ever and her men feel they've got a well-deserved break, Alaric send...

In a society that puts so much emphasis on perfection, Veronica Chambers mischievously casts aside the guilt-inducing litany of “shoulda, coulda, woulda” that seems to define modern-day life and replaces it with a resounding call to live with “foolish bravery.” Refreshingly open about the personal failures and limitations that once weighed her down with shame, Chambers describes how she turned her less-than-perfect qualities into sources of delight and satisfaction. From belting out off-ke...