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My Protégé. My Temptation. My Greatest Mistake. I built my empire on hard work and a heart locked behind steel walls. Love? That was a fairytale I stopped believing in the day James shattered me. Then Ethan walks into my life. Brilliant. Charismatic. A writer with raw talent and a hunger to prove himself. I tell myself I’m just his mentor, guiding him through the ruthless world of publishing. But the way he looks at me? The way he makes me feel? It’s anything but professional. He’s younger. Off-limits. A risk I swore I’d never take again. Yet, against every instinct, I fall. Hard....

Sam and I have our whole future planned—college, adventure, and a life filled with love. He’s my best friend, my high school sweetheart, and the boy I can’t imagine my life without. But I never saw Jake coming. Jake, my neighbor and childhood friend, has been watching me, loving me in secret for years. Now, he’s ready to act on his obsession, and he’s not asking for my love. He’s demanding it. When Jake’s obsession turns dangerous, my world unravels in an instant. Trapped, terrified, and far from the safety of Sam’s arms, I realize that Jake won’t let me go. He’ll stop ...

Widowed and struggling to raise three kids, I have long accepted that I will live the rest of my life in solitude. In my darkest hours, I found a sanctuary in words, weaving stories that breathe life into my stagnant career. I draw inspiration from my life and my children and start writing Santa's Gift - a heartfelt story about a boy believing his father is Santa. The unexpected success of Santa's gift brought forth the arrival of Daniel in my life - a publisher with a keen eye for the hidden gems in my manuscripts, who ignited a spark I thought was forever extinguished. His belief in my ...

The Hollywood Heartthrob and the Woman He Was Never Meant to Love. A Secret Affair. A Ruthless Scandal. Robert is the industry’s golden boy—charming, untouchable, and every director’s dream. Laurene is the woman behind the lens, capturing stars without ever stepping into their world. Until him. What starts as stolen nights and whispered promises quickly turns into something deeper, something neither of them can afford. Robert’s carefully crafted image as Hollywood’s ultimate bachelor is his ticket to success, and Laurene’s past has already taught her that love in the spotlight ...

Hooking up with the hottest bartending silver fox after walking out on my scheming ex was not how I envisioned ending the day. Yet, there I was following his every command after a taste of his hottie and just one dance. This is just supposed to be just one night. Guys twice my age are a no-no. But the way my body responds to his gaze says differently. This commitment phobe is making me want to forget my rules. If only he is not about to become someone else's baby daddy.

This book is a comprehensive guide designed to help caregivers, parents, and educators create a positive and enjoyable water acclimation experience for young children. As young ones embark on their journey of discovering the wonders of water, it is crucial to provide them with a supportive environment that nurtures their water confidence, motor skills, and sensory exploration. Water is not only a source of fun and excitement but also an essential life skill. Learning to feel comfortable and confident in the water lays the foundation for safe swimming, a skill that can bring a lifetime of ...

Life in Ocean's Edge is anything but easy. Running my small diner while raising my daughter, Emma, who has special needs, leaves me exhausted. Abandoned by my ex-husband, I fight every day to keep us afloat. When Jake walks into my diner, I see just another customer. Little do I know, he's a billionaire doctor, far removed from my world. Yet, he steps in during Emma's crisis, and suddenly, he's not just a stranger. He's my hero. Jake offers to help with the diner, and against my better judgment, I let him. As we work side by side, sparks fly. But his world is so different from mine, and his...

In the beautiful island of Somilon, greed and treachery are hidden behind smiles. When Amara and Andrew met in paradise Somilon, it was love at first sight. What they did not count on is a surprise arranged marriage and the greed of people around them. As their feelings intensify, Andrew and Amara must learn to navigate the waters of life and love. Deciding on who they can trust and help them not only preserve the beauty of Sumilon, but pursue their love too.

Think of this book as your roadmap to the future. As you turn each page, you'll find practical advice, real-life examples, and actionable steps to help you navigate the networking world. By the end of this book, you will clearly understand how to build and leverage your network to achieve your career goals. Remember, networking is not about collecting contacts; it's about building meaningful relationships that can support and enrich your professional journey. So, please take a deep breath, embrace the journey ahead, and let's start building the network that will help you succeed.

"Invisible Scars" delves into the lives of children who immigrate to the United States with their parents, often entering the country illegally. These children face unique and profound challenges, including the trauma of their journey, the stress of adapting to a new culture, and the psychological impacts of their experiences. The story explores their struggle with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other mental health issues as they navigate their new reality.

I'm Sarah, a divorced swimming prodigy teaching children with special needs. I miss my son, Liam, who my ex-husband is hiding from me. When I meet Alex, one of my students, I can't help but see Liam in him. Then I meet Alex's father, Ethan, and sparks fly. Ethan and I have an undeniable attraction, but I'm wary after my traumatic divorce. Just as I start to open up, we discover a horrifying truth: Ethan's deceased wife was the one who ran over Liam. The accident put Liam in a coma for three months and led to my ex-husband, Mark, divorcing me and taking custody, blaming me for negligence. ...

Under the relentless sun of Iraq, I navigate the complexities of a secret relationship with Alex, a captain whose intensity matches my own. We're careful to keep our growing love hidden, but he doesn't know the full truth. Not only am I the military medic, I am also on a recon mission to keep tabs on Alex, suspecting he's connected to an insurgent camp. As I juggle my duty and my heart, the weight of my secret threatens to crush me. How can I protect the man I love when my orders might lead to his downfall? Can our love survive the ultimate betrayal when Alex learns the truth? In a world ...

"Everybody Knows Somebody: The Power of Networking" is a comprehensive guide that explores the profound impact of networking and the strategic art of building a robust networking web. This book delves into the principles and practices of effective networking, emphasizing that the true power of networking lies not just in the immediate connections you make but in the extended web of relationships those connections can lead you to. The book is structured to guide readers through the entire networking journey, starting with the basics of making initial connections and progressing to advanced ...

A love that defies death, a secret that spans lifetimes. Samuel, haunted by visions. Emily, drawn to the forbidden. Willowbrook's ancestral Mansion conceals a love story from the 1890s. Against society's constraints, Samuel and Emily ignite a passion that's both irresistible and perilous. But a sinister presence from the past threatens to unravel their chance at happiness, as secrets long buried resurface, weaving a tangled web of desire and danger. Together, they uncover the truth of their past lives, a love that transcends time, but their powerful families and a relentless force stand in ...

As a Navy Seal, I thought I had seen them all. How wrong I was. One unexplainable and mysterious encounter while on duty has all led to this. A marriage in paradise for my mate, meeting beautiful Pippa, and the threat of a mermaid’s curse that threatens to destroy the happiness of everyone. Protecting everyone is my default. No one gets left behind on my watch. But I did not count on the danger to be closer than expected. This wedding has to go on without a hitch. And if I am lucky, I just might take home the girl, too.

In the ledger of love, age is just a number. In the corporate world, Sarah is a force to be reckoned with, a titan in her industry with no room for personal distractions. Her life is a tapestry of success, woven with the threads of discipline and a focus that leaves little room for romance, especially not with someone seventeen years her junior. Ethan, bright-eyed and fiercely determined, enters her life in the most unconventional way—hired for her company, yet haunting her with a connection from their past she can barely recall. Three years ago, a chance encounter that never fully ...

A grieving widow and the best friend he entrusted his family with. Can love heal two souls who were united by grief? The loss of Ross - the only man I have ever loved and the father of my son - is a nightmare I cannot wake up from. Being a military wife is hard. Not seeing your soulmate and best friend for years, raising our son alone. And now, the harsh reality is I will never lay eyes on him again. But then his letters start arriving. Reminding me of how strong our love is, how I deserve happiness. And his best friend Peter might just be the happiness he was talking about.

In the high-stakes world of law, my clash with Dante Ravenscroft began in his opulent office. He, the undefeated legal titan, and I, the challenger with victories that apparently lacked significance. Our verbal sparring was laced with tension, petty provocations revealing a side of him that was unexpectedly laughable. As the details of the case unfolded, I sensed an enigma beneath his confident facade. The courtroom awaited, a stage for our legal joust, where our battle of wits would reach its climax. Beyond the legal theatrics, an unexpected connection formed—an entanglement of love ...

Determined to find happiness again, I did the three things my parents told me not to do. One: Quit my job. Fairly easy, since my boss was not exactly pleasant. So hello road trip! Two: Find a young man to marry. I did find a man. But he is far from young. And he comes with complications. Three: Stay away from trouble. Too late. Jake is the President of a biker club currently at war with a rival biker gang. And if I am being honest, I am in danger, too. But I cannot stay away from Jake. I am in too deep. And this just might be my downfall.

A love that defies tradition, a legacy on the line. Amelia Parker, heiress to a billion-dollar empire, finds herself at the heart of an arranged marriage, destined to unite her with Damon, a man she cannot love. Her life, meticulously planned by the generations before her, leaves no room for the desires of her heart—until Daniel enters the picture. A struggling musician with a heart as fierce as his talent, Daniel is everything Damon is not, and he stirs something in Amelia she cannot ignore. With her company and heart in jeopardy, Amelia is torn between the safety of her arranged ...