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Amy goes out for a drink with her friends after a recent breakup. At the bar she meets a guy who immediately catches her attention. After an exchange of flirtatious glances, and she finds herself drawn to him. He leads her to the bathroom where he takes full control, pinning her wrists to the wall...

Ella is tired of crying. She's more powerful than ever before, but her personal life has the wow factor of vanilla ice cream. When Bear asks her to investigate a series of mysterious deaths at the ultra-hip Cauldron Festival, Ella accepts a job as one of the comedy performers but doesn't tell anyone why she is really there, not even her excited sidekick, Vanessa.

Underachieving cashier, superpowered alien refugee. Bonnie Boring is finally coming forward in her new superhero identity after years of being suppressed by her mother. But now, America is falling under the grip of the tyrannical billionaire Johnny Gunn. As soon as Ms. Infinity emerges, he ruthlessly attacks her in a shocking effort to become the country’s sole ruler. Only Ms. Infinity can stop him, but he might just have weapons powerful enough to stop her.

Nancy takes on a babysitting job for a wealthy couple. She becomes infatuated with the husband and is shocked by her own feelings towards him. One night, when the wife is out and the husband is home late, he seduces her. She's initially hesitant, but eventually succumbs to his advances. He touches her in a way that she's never experienced before and she becomes enthralled by him.

Change happens, whether it’s forced on us or we create it. But too often, people get caught up in the challenges of change, creating anxiety and getting stuck. If this sounds familiar, there’s good news ahead.

Women and girls everywhere are being played, hungrily chasing after a brand of broken beauty that leaves us disconnected, damaged, and so desperate for acceptance that we fuel our own exploitation with our shame and money. In the midst of battling an eating disorder, Melissa Johnson, a marriage and family therapist, was given new eyes to see the widespread fallout of this ultimate deceit. With piercing insight and tender encouragement, Melissa helps women capture hope and freedom as she shows that true beauty is not impossible—it abounds all around us.

Accomplished leadership advisor Jenna Fisher reveals how the world faces a once-in-a-generation opportunity to close the gender gap at the top of organizations today. You'll discover how traits often held by women—including compassion, empathy, communication, mentorship, and collaboration—are now in high demand. And why, in this time of volatility and disruption, women are standing on the most solid foundation for success than ever before.

My name is Vayo, and I am no longer a slave. I have ascended, assuming the mantle of Grae god. I wield elemental power now, and with Traba, an enormous storm bird, at my side, I set out to finally see my people set free. And yet, I am not the only one wielding unnatural strength. In his desperation, Cyrus brokered a deal with the darkest of the Undergods. If I am to defeat the King and his newfound power, I must locate the other ascendants. Only with them at my side can I restore balance. To find them, I need a relic lost to both time and sand.

Sexy martial arts expert Binx, a member of elite special forces unit G.I. Ho, is taking a much deserved break in southern France after a tough mission. Little does she know that her archenemy The Countess is also in town, and is just waiting to tie Binx up again and ravish her beautiful, submissive body.

A beautifully illustrated, celebratory anthology exploring sadness—and the transformative power of tears. When was the last time you cried? Was it because you were sad? Or happy? Overwhelmed, or frustrated? Maybe from relief or from pride? Was it in public or in private? Did you feel better...

Evans wrote Feminist Prayers for My Daughter as a gift to mothers and women everywhere. It offers short prayers that affirm the unique challenges and embrace the natural abilities embodied by our daughters, young and old alike. Categories of prayers include embodiment, relationships, wholeness, justice, equality, and milestones. This book encompasses all of life from birth to death while imagining God in ways that resonate with the feminine experience.

A valuable discovery under the world's second-largest temperate wetland and in the traditional lands of the Cree and Ojibway casts light on the growing conflict among resource development, environmental stewardship, and Indigenous rights. In this colorful tale, Virginia Heffernan draws on her bush and newsroom experiences to illustrate the complexities of resource development at a time when Indigenous rights are becoming enshrined globally.

Perhaps you are someone that has always struggled with moderation. It might be a night out with friends where you can’t stop drinking and you pass out. Or maybe you find yourself gambling when you’re out with your friends, even when you don’t have the funds available to back up your actions. In truth, almost all of us have addictions, whether they are the more well-known addictions like alcohol and drugs or lesser-known ones like social media and sugar addiction.

Two stories about William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army; two stories about amazing women aviators; and two true-to-life adventures!

Rose and Daniel are faced with lie after lie and an untold history of deceit. Rose is wild, Daniel is controlling, but their love can't separate them. Dark and mysterious characters appear to split them apart. Can they succeed?

How to Get Out of Debt is an eight-stage strategy that enables listeners to pay off debt and fix their finances for good. Achieving freedom from debt requires more than making the minimum payments. You need to have the right mindset. You need to kick the toxic behavior that's holding you back. And you need a plan of action to tackle your budget, earn more money, and spend less. This book has it all covered.

Eons ago, a game to determine galactic dominance began. Now, on the distant world of Elystra, that game is reaching its conclusion. Two mighty armies clash: on one side, Elzaria the Lightning-Wielder, backed by her brother’s army, is poised to claim the third Stone and final victory. On the other, Earth pilot Maeve and her allies are all that stands in her way.

Being a mom is hard. And being a mom with goals and dreams is even harder. Harmonizing what you want to accomplish as a woman with everything you have to do as a mom is a challenge every mother faces.

""Excellent....Taken as a whole, the volume moves beyond food’s sensory pleasures to investigate it as a cultural vessel, a symbol of inequality, and more. It’s a standout addition to the series."" —Publisher's Weekly (starred review) A collection of the year’s top food writing, selected...

"I Should Have Worn a Curtain" is a gripping psychological novella that explores themes of self-worth and the challenges that shape our lives. Shaena's life is falling apart. Struggling with bulimia, she decides to attend Overeaters Anonymous in hopes of regaining control. However, before she can even step into her first meeting, she meets Mike, a charming personal trainer who offers free workouts and an opportunity for a fresh start.