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Carnivore Crushes: Where Love is Rare, Medium, and Well Done serves up 30 sizzling romantic comedies seasoned with meat, mischief, and mouthwatering chemistry. From BBQ showdowns and butcher shop flirtations to food truck rivalries and fake-date feasts, this unapologetically carnivorous collection celebrates love’s messiest, meatiest moments. Fall for a brisket pact gone wrong. Bite into bacon-fueled wagers and rib-fest revenge. Cheer for second-chance hookups behind the butcher counter, and swoon through sausage-fueled meet-cutes.

Staplers aren't the only things getting jammed. In this scorchingly addictive collection of ten high-heat office erotica stories, enemies become lovers, coworkers become liabilities, and every locked door becomes an invitation. Expect stolen glances across cubicles, whispered threats in meeting rooms, and copy room hookups hot enough to melt toner. These aren’t soft romances—they’re raw, ruthless, and dripping with tension. Think desks used for anything but spreadsheets, HR policies broken by the second paragraph, and rivalries that end in breathless, sweat-slicked surrender.

I’ve always had a thing for pretty, feisty Kiera Silvermoon. Unfortunately, she’s always had an eye for one man: my best friend and the new White Woods pack alpha, Luca Ferrar. But now that Luca’s freshly-mated, Kiera’s noticed me—really noticed me—for the first time in my life. I’m under no illusion that she wants me—I’m a distraction, and I know it. But the more I see past the vain exterior Kiera has always presented to the pack, the more determined I am to have her—forever. The only thing I need to do is convince her I’m the wolf for her.

As a child, I was banished from the magical island of Elysium, sent to the mortal realm, for a mistake I didn’t make… Twelve years later, my once-best friend, werewolf prince Luca Ferrar, has been sent to bring me home. Elysium’s Oracle claims he’s my fated mate, and that together we are destined to stop the Darkness consuming Elysium. I can’t forgive Luca for not coming for me all those years ago. I can’t forgive my people for banishing me. And most importantly, I cannot fall in love with my sexy-as-sin fated mate.

When Jesse stumbles upon an ancient deck of cards, he is pulled into a labyrinth of shifting realities, forgotten histories, and a destiny he never asked for. Alongside the enigmatic Lyra, whose past is as tangled as his own, he must unravel the secrets of the Silver Thread before time itself unravels. It is a story of two threads intertwined, where past and present blur, and the line between choice and fate is razor-thin.

Nicole Bradley has life figured out at nineteen. Her best friend ran off with some guy to live happily ever after, far, far away, and Nikki’s memory has been fuzzy since sustaining a concussion, but she’ll be fine. She always is. When Nikki meets a cute and charming foreigner, her heart beats a little faster under his electrifying touch even while her subconscious nags that something is not quite right.

Ever wondered what your dog walker, pet groomer, or shelter volunteer really means to your furry friend? In Careers with Claws & Paws: 100 Tiny Tales Told by Their Furriest Clients, the animals take the mic—and their stories might just steal your heart. From a subway-savvy coyote who redefines city life to a shy kitten who transforms a shelter worker’s purpose, these heartfelt, humorous, and inspiring mini-memoirs show how animal professionals change lives (and get changed in return).

From mistletoe mishaps to fondue fiascos, this delicious collection of bite-sized love stories serves up charm, chaos, and chemistry—one holiday at a time. In Love on the Holiday Menu, thirty romantic comedies unfold across seasons and celebrations: a Christmas cookie sabotage turns into sweet redemption, a Valentine’s nugget artist wins over a grumpy regular, and two Black Friday shoppers brawl over the last baguette—then share it in the snow. With foodie flirtations, festive meet-cutes, and more than a few kitchen disasters, each story brings laughter, heart, and flavor to the table.

Harper Vale isn’t running—but she sure as hell isn’t staying still. The graveyard shift at a rundown fast-food joint seems like the perfect place to disappear. Until she meets Luka Volkov—the grill cook with criminal tattoos, a dead stare, and secrets buried deeper than grease traps. Something in him sees her. Something in her wants to be seen. But the longer she stays, the hotter things burn—between them, and all around them. When danger comes knocking from the past, Harper has a choice: keep hiding… or burn it all down.

A true crime story...

To survive she must defeat the evil hidden beneath the city's charming canals... Allie loved being near the water. Even before she found out she had mermaid genes, seawater soothed her soul. Adria, with its miles of winding canals, should have been heaven. Exploring the city of serenading gondoliers with her boyfriend, Nate, could have been the romance-filled trip of a lifetime. But this is no dream vacation. Allie is desperate to find her mom who she holds responsible for the death of her twin sister. Amid the distractions of the most romantic city in Europe, Allie and her friends lose focus.

Als der beliebte Gutsherr Henry Burton stirbt, versammeln sich die Dorfbewohner von Hambledon-on-Thames, um ihm bei seiner Beerdigung die letzte Ehre zu erweisen. Doch der Tag wird getrübt, als die Messnerin brutal zu Tode geprügelt im nördlichen Querschiff der Kirche aufgefunden wird. Detective Inspector Bridget Hart, die zu den Ermittlungen gerufen wird, stößt in der beschaulichen Idylle dieses verschlafenen Dorfes in South Oxfordshire bald auf ein verworrenes Netz aus altem Groll und schwelenden Fehden.

Lewis Sinclair, a stalwart and tender country musician, is about to take the stage with his band, the Gentlemen Cowboys, at the premier U.S. country music festival when his girl dumps him for the Cowboys’ shifty manager. When that same manager ends up at FallFest’s walk of fame with his handprints—and his head—in cement, Lew finds himself on the top ten most wanted list instead of the music charts. With the help of his loyal Cowboys and the close-knit festival staff, Lew must clear his name before the killer gets away—or strikes again.

Spiced Kisses: 30 Romantic Comedies Stirred, Shaken & Seasoned to Perfection is a deliciously charming collection of short love stories set in the aromatic world of Spice & Soul Co. , where every romance begins with a bold flavor and a fiery clash. From cinnamon-sweet crushes to chili-flake rivalries, these bite-sized tales simmer with flirtation, mischief, and heart. Whether it’s a turmeric optimist teaming up with a grumpy ginger, or a cocktail showdown between rosemary and bourbon barrel-aged pepper, opposites attract and sparks fly—in and out of the kitchen.

From oat milk flirtations to vegan taco truck confessions, The Heart Beet serves up 30 sizzling short rom-coms where love sprouts over greens, grains, and garlic-naan first kisses. Whether it’s a butcher’s son accidentally swapping dishes with a tofu sculptor, or a grumpy traditional baker falling for a pastry student with a vegan croissant to prove, each story dishes out bite-sized romantic chaos with a veggie twist.

An unsolved mystery. An echo of the past. A dark-fated future. When DCI Tom Raven’s longstanding adversary, TV journalist Liz Larkin, invites him to a rock concert, Raven reluctantly accepts. Liz claims she has groundbreaking information about the fate of the band’s former lead singer who disappeared decades previously on the eve of their debut U.S. tour, leaving behind a trail of mysterious clues, a cult fan following, and a web of conspiracy theories. But the evening ends in tragedy when the new lead singer collapses on stage.

From the dog who interviews potential owners to the cat who writes Yelp reviews about her human, this hilarious and heartwarming flash fiction collection celebrates the glorious mess of life with adopted pets. Whether it’s a puppy submitting a resume ("Skills: Professional Cuddler, Amateur Sock Thief") or a shelter cat staging a protest for better treats, these 100 bite-sized stories are packed with love, laughter, and heart-tugging surprises—plus one powerful truth: adopting a pet might just be the best decision you ever make (even if they chew the evidence).

Welcome to FhCon. An event unlike any other, hosted by ancient and secret masters of fandom. They're insanely happy you're here. Nineteen popular, best-selling, and award-winning authors bring you stories of a convention experience only the Old Gods will make you forget.

Das Oxford Literary Festival ist in vollem Gange, doch Detective Inspector Bridget Hart ist nicht dort, um sich über Bücher zu informieren. Stattdessen muss sie Diane Gilbert beschützen, eine umstrittene Autorin, die eine Morddrohung erhalten hat. Diane scheint nicht zu glauben, dass sie Bridgets Schutz braucht, aber als doch das Schlimmste eintritt, übernimmt Bridget die Leitung der Mordermittlungen.

Lady Winifred, the young Dowager Countess of Sedgewick, has already had one husband. She doesn't want another. And if Freddie ever did change her mind on the matter, she most certainly would not marry a ruthless, dominating, and heartless block of ice like the Duke of Plimpton. The Duke of Plimpton has already had one wife who did not love, or even like, him. Unfortunately, it seems he will have to take another. Because there is only one real candidate when it comes to Plimpton's next duchess, and that is Lady Winifred Sedgewick.