My dreams of marrying a hot alien came true—except the grumpy brute can't stand me.I am the only one excited—okay, delighted—at finding myself married to a hulking, alien warlord. I've always been into scales and tails, and this big green beefcake is right up my alley. Except, he's not into me. But I want my fun, and that's the very least I can get out of this arranged marriage. I'm determined to get my way, and I'm sick of being ignored.When my grumpy husb...

In the final chapter of the Named series, the prehistoric tribe of cats shares the power of fire with another clan—igniting the ultimate clash."Screeching in pain and terror, the rogues backed off, but they didn't flee like the Un-Named raiders did. Something seemed to force them back into the fray, making them ignore their fright and their agony to attack again. The flame-bearers' attack faltered as eyes met eyes and the enemy's ability to withstand the Red Tongue ...

From the PEN Award–winning author: The Named series continues as the prehistoric tribe of sentient cats confronts a rival tribe of feline hunters.Twenty-five million years in the past, a clan of sentient, prehistoric big cats called "the Named" have their own language, traditions, and law. Ratha, a female Named, has brought fire to the clan and serves as their leader.In RATHA'S CHALLENGE, Ratha faces a separate clan of hunter cats, entranced by the telepathic...

I’m late for curfew once and my stepfather decides to spank me.The kicker? I’m 18... way too old for a spanking. Also, he’s hot when he’s angry, and he’s been angry a lot since Mom started screwing around on him.His demand is so irritating I snap at him. “Fine, you old bastard! Have at it!” And I drop my pants and bend over his knees.When the first smack hits hot against my behind, I’m not prepared for my reaction. It hurts. But it also feels good.Way too go...

Beauty salon… and the BeastQuinn: Working at the family wedding resort wasn’t exactly on my Bingo card. But it’s the only way for my siblings and me to get our grandfather’s inheritance, so here I am, staffing the Hott Spot Spa and Salon front desk. It’s an absurd gig for a man who makes Oscar the Grouch look like a people-person.Still, I’m a hard worker. I’ve made a fortune off my scientific discoveries, and if I can engineer groundbreakin...

Delightful! Fun and funny! – International Review of Books'Kept me guessing until the end.'‘A well written story full of mystery, hope , joy and all the things that make her characters “real”.’Four strangers, one missing dog and a body. But Sunken Madley is just a quaint, peaceful English village. What does the 1000-year-old ruined priory have to do with it? The answer, as it so often does,...

In the third magical Stella Starflake adventure the explorers meet gargoyles, sea-gremlins, mermaids, red devil squids - even a Gentleman Flamingo!Ice princess Stella Starflake and her father Felix are in trouble: President Fogg has expelled them from the Polar Bear Explorers' Club, and banned them from going on any further expeditions.Stella's not going to be put off by rules and regulations though. She knows her friend Shay is in danger of turning into a ...

Beth Bradley has a problem. Everyone is expecting her successful music executive boyfriend, Charlie, to be her date for her best friend's wedding. There's one hitch: Charlie doesn't exist. Unless she can think of something fast, she's headed for the most humiliating weekend of her life.Alex Tanner has a problem. The former Navy SEAL's search for a double agent lands him at the Kensington Hotel, and he needs a cover to finish the job. When the sexy maid of honor blackmails him into ...

_____________________Welcome to the Winter Garden. Open only at 13 o'clock.You are invited to enter an unusual competition.I am looking for the most magical, spectacular, remarkable pleasure garden this world has to offer.On the night her mother dies, 8-year-old Beatrice receives an invitation to the mysterious Winter Garden. A place of wonder and magic, filled with all manner of strange and spectac...

Jacquard Weaving and Designing is a comprehensive and authoritative guide that delves into the intricate art and science of Jacquard weaving, a revolutionary method that transformed textile production in the 19th century. Authored by T.F. Bell, this book serves as both a historical account and a practical manual, making it an invaluable resource for students, designers, and professionals in the textile industry. The book begins by tracing the origins and development of the Jacquard loom, h...

In a dangerous and seductive world of vampires, werewolves and shapeshifters, a strong-willed clairvoyant seeks to solve a murder.Running out of money after her father's death, Sabrina Strong is attacked on her way to a job interview at Tremayne Towers. Narrowly saved by a strangely familiar vampire, she soon finds herself tangled in the murder of Vampire Master Bjorn Tremayne's mate, Letitia.Immersed in a sea of twists, turns and secrets, Sabrina doesn't know who to trust....

The Telescope by Louis Bell is a comprehensive and authoritative treatise on the science and art of telescopic observation, written in the early 20th century. This detailed volume explores the history, design, and practical use of telescopes, making it an invaluable resource for both amateur and professional astronomers. Bell meticulously covers the evolution of telescopic instruments, from the earliest refractors to the more advanced reflectors, and delves into the principles of optics th...