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When the death of a reclusive real estate mogul is ruled a heart attack, private investigator Thomas Kaine smells something fouler than the Dunsmore sewers. The man had secrets—powerful ones. And a deed. A single forgotten property deed that could unravel a decades-old web of corruption. As Kaine digs deeper, he finds himself entangled with city officials, land sharks, and a woman in black who plays both sides of the moral line. The deeper he goes, the more dangerous it gets. The ledgers don’t just expose the guilty—they tempt the desperate.

Step into the charming world of small-town romance. An enchanting anthology that transports readers to a place where love blossoms amidst the backdrop of tight-knit communities and picturesque settings. This collection of heartwarming stories is a delightful celebration of love, friendship, and second chances.

In a small town outside of North Carolina, where high school sports is everything. "Blue Vs Blue" tells the gripping story of Walt and Sam, whose accidental encounter ignites a fierce rivalry between their schools. This thrilling narrative explores community conflict, intense sports action, and unexpected twists.

Haunted EOD legend Kaelen Rhys is pulled from self-imposed exile when sophisticated bombings shatter the city—attacks bearing the chilling signature of Rowan Cinder, his brilliant, vengeful protégé presumed dead after a disastrous mission in Odessa 10 years prior. Recruited by investigators, Kaelen confirms the impossible: Rowan is alive, orchestrating a deadly game aimed squarely at his former mentor. Each bomb is a twisted challenge, steeped in their shared history with the powerful and secretive Chronos International.

Aethelburg City is drowning in fear. A chillingly precise killer dubbed "The Puppeteer" stalks the rain-slicked streets, leaving elaborately staged victims like grotesque marionettes. The police are lost, and Detective Jack Donovan, haunted by his past, is running out of time. Then the whispers begin. Voices only Jack can hear, offering cryptic clues, impossible insights into the killer's mind. Are they a lifeline, or the first sign of his own unraveling?

In 'Under the Mistletoe Anthology,' you'll embark on a journey through tales of enchanting holiday romance. Experience the allure of mistletoe kisses that ignite the spirit of the season. Join couples as they navigate the joys and challenges of long-distance relationships during this special time of year or witness the unexpected connections that form between coworkers at the company Christmas party. You might even be transported to a supernatural world filled with Christmas wonder and mystical creatures.

Human trafficking, particularly in the context of sex trafficking, represents a grotesque violation of human rights that transcends borders and societal norms. It involves the recruitment, transportation, and exploitation of individuals through coercion, deception, or abuse of power. Victims are often lured with false promises of employment, education, or a better life, only to find themselves trapped in a cycle of abuse and degradation.

Mike and Mary are siblings obsessed with technology—Mike with his video games and Mary with her online videos. But when a fierce storm knocks out all power and crashes their devices, their mom takes them to the library, much to their dismay. Reluctantly wandering through endless rows of books, they stumble upon a mysterious glowing bookmark. Their encounter with Jefferson, the enigmatic Master Librarian, reveals that the bookmark is magical—it can transport them into the very stories they’ve ignored for so long.

When tech-savvy Arianna Lynn and book-loving Kiya Jo are sent to spend the summer at their great-grandfather’s old farm, they expect boredom, bugs, and absolutely no Wi-Fi. What they get instead is a mystery buried deeper than the roots of the orchard.

The ocean has always held a duality of allure and danger, captivating those who dare to enter its depths. For many, it represents freedom, adventure, and a connection to nature that is unparalleled. Yet, lurking beneath the waves is a primal threat that has fascinated and terrified humanity for centuries: the shark. This apex predator not only embodies the mystery of the sea but also serves as a reminder of our vulnerability in a vast, untamed environment.

Float into a night full of wonder with Wishing Sky, where Stella the star gently guides little dreamers through a sky filled with twinkling wishes. As darkness falls, Stella dances across the heavens, sprinkling the stars with magical dreams and whispering sleepy secrets to help children drift peacefully into slumber. Perfect for bedtime, this calming tale shows young listeners the beauty of nighttime, the magic of wishing, and the joy of quiet moments before sleep.

Join Emma and her friends as they hop aboard a magical Christmas carousel that whirls them into a snowy world filled with sparkle, wonder, and delightful surprises. With each turn of the carousel, new enchanting lands appear—gingerbread forests, twinkling snowflake skies, and festive animal friends waiting to play!

Dive into a world of wonder with Paisley, a little girl who loves the sea, and her extraordinary friend, the Gleaming Seal! Join them on a gentle adventure filled with sparkling waves, colourful sea creatures, and a friendship that shines as bright as the moonlit ocean. Perfect for bedtime dreams of the deep blue! Splash into a heartwarming tale about Paisley and her special companion, a seal whose fur shimmers with a gentle, magical light!

Rare male weresnake Robbie has had his whole life decided for him down to his meals. But when the time comes for him to perform an unspeakable duty to his clan, he runs. San Francisco Pride is in full swing when technomage Theo spots a scared-looking young man with brilliant emerald eyes. He’s only looking for a hookup, but before he knows why, he’s taking Robbie home and introducing him to champagne and enchiladas. He doesn’t have any intention of falling in love.

Ava Hunt and Ethan Mitchell are in New York trying to handle his family business while Ava tries to help her sister with the criminal charges. Jenny has turned a corner, and Ava wants to save her sister from being the Mitchell family's scapegoat.

It was an odd sensation. She was standing on solid ground, but she was falling. Not physically, of course, but somewhere deep inside, she was falling. The cell phone dropped from her hand onto the carpet of her dorm room, and Amber didn’t know if she would ever be alright again.

Annabelle Kite has been given the most amazing mission…to search for new signs of life on other planets. Once found, she must capture the creatures in little pyramid-shaped objects known as ‘Trinkets’, so that she can take them back to earth for her grandpa to study at his observatory.

The dance is not where we lose ourselves but where we find ourselves. Ethan Mitchell and Ava Hunt are crashing at her friend's house after being mobbed by the press. She's still leery of him after learning he was the man behind the takedown of her family's company. He convinces her to give him another chance to prove he's not the rich jerk she thinks he is. After another incident with paparazzi, Ethan decides to go back to New York to face his family scandal.

Can Reggie the Saxon, and his best friend Rufus the Eagle, defend their peaceful village from an evil foe? Even if this evil foe possibly loves carrots more than any rabbit could! Find out in this all-new exciting adventure, brought to you by the same creative team who wrote The Companionship in a Case Of O.C.D., Soap Box Derby, Wags Wd: Episode 1 The Beginning, and many, many, more!

Orla O’Brien met the love of her life when she was only eight years old. Eamon Kelly was everything she wanted in a friend, then in a boyfriend. When he’s forced to leave her behind, she knew there was no other man on Earth for her. And she promises to wait for him. Seven years later, he hasn’t returned.