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Why is it so difficult to feel happy in December? One December, Penny made the biggest mistake of her life—walking away from Alex. Now, a year later, she's still haunted by what-ifs. When a Christmas invitation arrives from the man whose smile she can't forget, Penny takes a chance on second chances. But reconnecting with Alex—and his whip-smart teenage daughter Sabrina—means confronting what tore them apart: their fourteen-year age gap and wildly different life stages.

Be brave, hold firm, stand your ground. Though others may worry, new joys will be found. The world would be boring if all things were twin— It’s our differences shining that make magic begin!

Sarah and Andy's story is about chance meetings and unexpected dates. Fate seems to have a funny role in their romantic adventures. Even though they faced some early mistakes, their lives connect in surprising ways. This leads to a bond that is special and full of potential. Their love story unfolds in the everyday moments of their lives. It is not about big gestures or dramatic words. Instead, it grows through simple moments of friendship and understanding. As they deal with the challenges of modern love, they find comfort and happiness in being together.

Lauren, a disillusioned actress, and Brandon, a rule-following younger cop, clash like fire and gasoline. On the Fourth of July, a chance encounter leads to an unforgettable night. Lauren tries to brush it off as a mistake, but Brandon knows better. He pursues her, and their secret romance catches fire. As Lauren battles doubts and fears of their age gap, Brandon is ready to prove that what they have is real—and worth fighting for.

A group of young people are planning an exciting trip on a yacht in Croatia. An accident — their friend with a skipper's license gets injured - changed their plans. They found a new captain.

Cassie Woods has been assigned her first big article after the success of her first two investigations. She dives in, eager to prove herself as a journalist in the male-dominated world of 1880s New York City. Her relationship with the handsome but infuriating Detective O'Neill seems promising, but when she discovers that O'Neill is investigating her father for corruption, she must choose whom to side with and whom to protect. Will she be able to solve both cases and save her family's reputation?

Cassie Woods is eager to prove herself as a journalist after her first big investigation. But in 1880s New York City, the men still don't take her seriously. Not even handsome but infuriating Detective O'Neill who benefited from her assistance last time. This time, she takes over an investigation into forged artwork, only to discover a much deeper plot. Will she be able to solve the case and earn the respect she deserves?

Cassie Woods yearns to be a real journalist. But in 1880s New York City, her only assignments are women's interest stories. Until, that is, a cookbook author she's meant to interview goes missing and Cassie finds herself in the midst of a police investigation involving one of the city's major crime families. Surly but handsome Detective O'Neill threatens repercussions to her career if she continues to interfere. Will Cassie get in over her head or will she save the day and solve the mystery?

Long ago, before shimmering cities and humming machines, there was water. It flowed in rivers, danced in the rain, and filled the oceans—a silent, steady force that carried life in every droplet. For centuries, humanity has respected this precious gift, but as time passed, it was forgotten. The rivers grew polluted, the lakes dried up, and the rain became a rare visitor. Then, one day, something unimaginable happened: the water began to disappear.

A quaint bedroom community must be wary of its newest predator, Develyn, who is on the loose. She is lurking in the crevices and positioning her way into our men’s bedrooms. Without a conscience, she devours them like a serpent, terrorizing them and their family members. This is Lilah’s story, her personal experience as Luke’s girlfriend.

In a city humming with restless energy and the quiet hum of digital lives, The Chef invites you into a world where modern living meets the timeless yearning for true connection. San Francisco, a sprawling beast of ambition and isolation, sets the stage for a poignant tale of two souls navigating its labyrinthine streets and the intricate web of their own desires.

Cassie Woods's tenacity has helped her achieve a modicum of success in the male-dominated world of journalism in 1880s New York City. Despite her father's recent downfall, her courtship with gruff but handsome Detective O'Neill is going well. Now she has the opportunity to earn a place at the second-biggest newspaper in the city--if she can prove herself with an undercover story exposing the dangers of life in the city's garment factories.

Adam Newcommer is missing. In the idealistic town of Marshport, Ohio, the eleven-year-old has seemingly vanished from his friend's house in the deep of the night. While his parents question who they can trust and struggle to remain hopeful, the town's sheriff and a young private investigator look into the mysterious disappearance. The deeper they dig, the more they fight against small-town secrets and local superstitions as they search for Adam to bring him back home.

Ellie Virelli thought she had left the past behind. But when a reopened case dredges up her husband’s murder, the former FBI agent is pulled back into a world of spirals, tarot cards, and shadows that refuse to stay buried. What begins as an investigation quickly unravels into something far more personal.

The Day the Sun Slept is a powerful fable about the delicate balance between humanity and nature. The Sun is hiding, not out of malice, but because the Earth is weary, wounded by years of carelessness and neglect. Raging wildfires, a result of human actions, have filled the skies and blocked the sunlight, becoming a stark reminder of the consequences of taking too much and giving too little.

Immerse yourself in the haunting tale of "The Yellow Wallpaper" from the producers of the popular podcast, Falling Asleep With a Good Book. This edition features a casually worded modern introduction by producer/narrator Jama Smith, and is part of The Cheeky Book Talk Collection of public domain classics. Delve into this creepy and thought-provoking narrative by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, and gain new insights from a modern female perspective. This special edition is a must-have for literature enthusiasts and podcast aficionados alike.

The great animator, movie producer and theme park developer - Walt Disney - had THREE prominent childhood homes. Although two of those homes get great attention, the third one is treated like a bad step-child. Originally, the focus of the book was to be all about that very impactful Disney childhood home - The Walt Disney Kansas City Home! However, through research, experience and serendipitous opportunities so much more has been uncovered that we must share!

Sometime ago cavemen walked the earth and we learned that they were not the brightest of species. Yet in the ancient kingdom of Vanderstone were cavemen thrived, a head injury has left Queen Kayla mumbling and the kingdom in turmoil. Her courageous children—Bryce, Myleena, Alan, and young Elliot—set out on an epic quest to find a magical stone that will heal their mother and restore peace to their realm.

A young woman, caught in the intoxicating haze of a night out, finds herself thrust into a nightmare beyond comprehension. Awakening in a shadowy abyss, she discovers the chilling truth: she's at the mercy of a sadistic predator. Every moment, she struggles against indescribable terrors, fighting fiercely to survive. Steel yourself for a relentless descent into the dark realm of fear and survival, where each breath she takes might be her last.

In a world where towering cities shimmer and celebrations paint the skies with dazzling light, a hidden tragedy unfolds. A small red fox, trembling in fear from the loud booms of fireworks, takes its last breath, becoming a symbol of the suffering endured by countless animals. For generations, humanity has misused fire, transforming it from a life-giving force into a weapon of harm, scarring the Earth and silencing its creatures. But the Earth remembers. And when the pain becomes too much, it makes a choice: to take back the flame.