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Jill thought her comfortable marriage was enoughuntil one impulsive weekend in Atlantic City changed everything.A tall, confident Haitian stranger introduces her to pleasures she cant forget. What starts as a secret affair soon becomes something darker and more addictive: blackmail, dominance, and a craving for total submission.When her husband Steve uncovers the truth, instead of ending it, he embraces a surprising new rolesupporting Jills desires in ways neither of them expected.Now this once-respectable couple is exploring a bold new world of passion, power exchange, and interracial ecstasy under the command of a man who demands complete obedience.A steamy story of forbidden desire, hot wife awakening, and delicious surrender.

A psychological sci-fi horror short storyCaptain Xena already lived through hell.When her scavenger ship, the Starrunner, discovers the derelict starship Xenostris drifting silently in deep space, it looks like the answer to all her problems: priceless cargo, antique technology, and enough salvage to save her failing crew from financial ruin.But the Xenostris is no abandoned treasure.Its corridors shift.Its rooms move.And its dead do not stay dead. This revised edition has been updated from its previously published draft, with expanded scenes, deeper psychological horror, and enhanced story continuity.

"Im asking for forgiveness."With those four words, Dr. Liliana Patrick is forced to face the man who shattered her childhood and the wounds she thought had long healed. Her estranged father is dying, his past filled with abuse, regret, and silence. Now he needs the one thing only Lilly can give him, and the one thing she never thought she could offer.As a brilliant neurosurgeon, Lilly has sworn an oath to heal. As a woman of faith, she believes in mercy. But when forgiveness comes at a cost that could break her heartand divide the family she lovesshe must decide where the line truly lies.Surrounded by unwavering friends, a chosen family built on loyalty and love, and a faith that is tested at every turn, Lilly learns that forgiveness is not simple, painless, or guaranteed to bring peace. It is a choiceone that can save a life or destroy the ones holding it together.Healing Hearts is a powerful, emotional story of redemption, faith, second chances, and the kind of love that heals even the deepest scars.

Most people are not looking for another way to work more.They are looking for a way to make life feel a little less heavy.This book is for the person who is tired of being told to hustle harder, work longer hours, and sacrifice more time just to make a little extra money. That approach might work for a while, but it does not last.There is a better way.Artificial intelligence has changed what is possible. Not in a complicated, technical way, but in a practical one. It allows you to take simple ideas and turn them into real, usable products faster than ever before.This book shows you how to use that shift to your advantage.Inside, you will learn how to create small digital products that people already want, without needing advanced skills, expensive tools, or endless time. You will learn how to stop starting from scratch and start building simple systems that work over and over again.This is not about building a massive business or chasing unrealistic income claims. It is about creating something steady, simple, and sustainable.You will discover:How to turn basic ideas into sellable digital productsWhy simple products often outperform complex onesA repeatable system for creating multiple income streamsHow to use AI to remove the hardest parts of the processWhat actually makes products sell and how to improve over timeIf you are willing to keep it simple and keep moving, this can turn into something real.Not overnight. Not all at once. But in a way that builds over time without demanding more from you than you can give.

This book follows Liam, who finds a path to healing and control through a consensual D/s relationship with his powerful executive, Anya. Their secret world is shattered when a corporate mole, Arthur Finch, breaches their privacy, intending to exploit their secrets. However, Anya and Liam turn the tables, using Finchs intel to expose the ruthless executive Thornes financial fraud. The story is a thrilling blend of psychological depth, corporate intrigue, and the exploration of power dynamics, trust, and reclaiming agency.

HenryIve returned home from the war in France one-armed and defeated. While I was fighting at Waterloo, my father, brother, and sister-in-law all died, leaving me alone to raise my baby niece. Im a broken man, and this new battle feels impossible to win. Only the assistance of my valet Percy, who refuses to leave my employ, offers me any hope.PercyMy feelings for Henry are even more intense now than when we kissed all those years ago. Since those carefree days, Ive put aside my feelings for him, and Im now acting as his missing right arm. I take care of his needs, and his nieces, while suppressing my own. As our intimacy grows, I cant help but wonder if he might return my affections after all. But our respective ranks and the dangers for men of our kind form an impenetrable wall between us.A Wounded Gentleman is a 17k Regency gay romance novella set in Jane Austens Persuasion world about a valet in love with the lord who is seeking redemption after being a rake.

The wind, a mournful dirge, whispered through the skeletal remains of skyscrapers. What had once been a symphony of urban life the rumble of traffic, the laughter of crowds, the distant hum of industry was now a hollow echo in a world silenced by dust and despair. Each gust stirred the thick, acrid air, carrying with it the ghosts of a million forgotten moments, a chilling testament to the vibrant city that had once pulsed with life. Now, only the ruins remained, a monument to humanitys hubris, a graveyard of ambition. Crumbling concrete structures clawed at the bruised, perpetually overcast sky, their shattered windows like vacant eyes staring out at a desolate panorama. Decay was the new architect, weaving a tapestry of rust and rot across what had been monuments of progress. Amidst this graveyard of civilization, a handful of figures moved like shadows, their existence a defiant whisper against the overwhelming silence. These were the survivors, the remnants of a world that had imploded, clinging to the ragged edges of existence. Their lives were a constant, desperate hunt for anything that could sustain them a can of preserved food, a bottle of clean water, a scrap of usable fabric. Each scavenged item was a small victory against the encroaching void, a temporary reprieve from the gnawing hunger and the ever-present threat. They moved with a practiced caution, their senses honed to a razors edge, for in this fallen world, danger lurked not just in the shambling horrors that stalked the periphery, but in every unstable beam, every shadowed alleyway, every fleeting glimpse of movement that could signal salvation or doom. Sarah was one of these figures, her every movement imbued with a quiet desperation. The dust coated her worn clothes, settled in the lines etched by stress and sorrow around her eyes, and clung to the worn leather of her medical bag, a constant reminder of the life she had once known. A former medic, the memories of the final days were not just a haunting whisper; they were a visceral scream, replaying in the quiet moments of her existence. The cacophony of sirens, the frantic cries for help, the unbearable weight of knowing there wasnt enough not enough hands, not enough supplies, not enough time. These images were etched into her soul, shaping her instincts, honing them into the sharp, unforgiving tools necessary for survival in this brutal new reality. She moved with a grace born of necessity, her steps light and deliberate, her gaze sweeping constantly across the broken landscape, assessing every threat, every potential refuge. Her sanctuary was a testament to this harsh reality. Tucked away in the partially collapsed shell of what had once been a small bookstore, its walls scarred but offering a semblance of shelter, it was a fragile haven. Reinforcements of scavenged metal and warped plywood barred the gaping doorway, a meager defense against the encroaching darkness. Inside, the air was thick with the scent of dust and old paper, a poignant aroma that spoke of a life long gone. A single, sputtering oil lamp cast flickering shadows, dancing with the deeper gloom that clung to the corners of the room. Her meager supplies were meticulously organized on a salvaged shelf: a handful of rusted cans, a precious few bottles of water, a collection of battered medical instruments, and her most prized possession a well-maintained hunting rifle, its cold metal...

Ready to test your knowledge of the basics of pivot tables, charts, conditional formatting and more in Microsoft Excel? And maybe try a few simple exercises to put what youve learned into practice?Then this is the book for you. Composed of a series of quizzes that mirror the chapters from Intermediate Excel: Second Edition, this book will allow you to see if you really learned the material or not. And the handful of exercises will let you get in there and try things out yourself with real-world applications of what you learned.

The Power of Food explores the incredible impact that what we eat has on our bodies, minds, and overall well-being. This insightful guide dives into how nutrition fuels energy, supports growth, and helps prevent disease. Through easy-to-understand explanations and practical examples, readers will discover how making smarter food choices can transform their daily lives.From understanding essential nutrients to learning how food affects mood and performance, this ebook empowers readers to take control of their health. Whether youre looking to improve your diet, boost your energy, or simply learn more about the connection between food and wellness, The Power of Food provides the knowledge and inspiration to get started.

Ils ont tout vu. Ils ont tout touché. Mais ils nont rien compris.Vendredi soir, Jérusalem. Un homme vient dêtre exécuté. Pour les autorités, laffaire est close. Pour ses disciples, cest leffondrement

Ex-convict Luke lucky is fortunate to have landed a small job in a kitchen, but hes lonely and crippled by baggage from the past. CEO Roman Spencer also has his share of problems, and it doesnt help that a hard-boiled, hot-headed kitchen worker keeps popping up and sparking an explosive attraction. **Note: This is an expanded edition of the novella originally published in the Dark & Dirty anthology in 2016.

A forgotten cottage. A hidden journal. A life paused too long.When Tess Wilder inherits a weathered cottage in Cypress Key from Evelyn A. Moorea woman she barely knewshe expects paperwork and dust.Instead, she finds a house preserved in stillness. A sealed journal. A tin of handwritten recipe cards. And the quiet confession of a woman who once postponed her own becoming.As Tess reads Evelyns reflections on love, regret, and the cost of waiting for the "right time," she begins to recognize the pattern in her own life. Years of proving her usefulness have left her voice muted and her dreams deferred.In the hush of sea-glass light and lemon trees heavy with fruit, Tess must decide whether she will continue living in pauseor risk building a life that can hold her whole weight.Woven with coastal rituals, late-night voice notes, and the fragile courage of starting over, The Sea Glass Journal is a lyrical novel about legacy, self-forgiveness, and the quiet bravery it takes to begin again.

Most of us have experienced salvation.Far fewer have experienced transformation.Weve said the prayer.We believe the truth.And yet something still feels unfinished.Why?Because salvation was never meant to be the finish line.It was meant to be the beginning.Becoming Holy is not a devotional.Its a Meditationala guided journey designed to be walked, not skimmed.Over the course of 21 days, you wont just read about Scriptureyoull step into it.Youll sit beside a blind beggar on the road to Jericho.Youll climb a tree with a man no one wanted.Youll stand in the shadow of the cross with a criminal set free.And somewhere along the wayYoull begin to see your own story.This journey will help you: Move beyond salvation as a moment into salvation as a life Understand the difference between believing in Christ and following Him Break out of spiritual stagnation and step into real growth Rediscover the urgency, hunger, and wonder of your faith Learn how transformation actually happensnot by accident, but by pursuit What makes this book different?Each day includes: A vivid, immersive narrative rooted in the Gospels A clear spiritual takeaway A guided meditational to help you slow down and engage Reflection questions designed to move truth from head heart life This isnt about information.Its about transformation.

Mia Carter was the kind of girl everyone noticedbut no one really knew. Quiet. Beautiful. Smart. Untouchable. She didnt sit with anyone at lunch.She didnt fight back when she was bullied.And no matter how hard people tried no one could get close to her. Then one dayshe disappeared. At first, no one panicked.Not her classmates.Not even her family. But when a smell begins to spread through the school locker roomthe truth starts to surface. And its worse than anyone imagined. As rumors turn into evidence, and evidence turns into arrests, one question remains: Who is really responsible for what happened to Mia? Because everyone has a story.Everyone has something to hide.And the truth didnt come out by accident

Stephen Ongo a Minister for over 40 years Stephen has always had a love for discipleship for the believers in Jesus Christ our Lord. Stephen wanted to see something beyond just information to move more into transformation. Through a personal tragedy experience of losing his first wife of 25 years through a sudden and tragic death it led him into a season of heavy grief and sorrow.About the 8th month the pain was unbearable, and he was sobbing several times daily and even thinking to end it all and join his wife in heaven just to end this pain. Then something miraculous happened Stephen was delivered from a spirit of heaviness through a dream.A tremendous joy and peace took away all the heaviness and he was free, free, free!! Shortly after the Lord woke Stephen with two words "in Christ" and he found out he was living "in Christ" and enjoying the benefits of that position.For the next year and a half Stephen gave himself to studying Gods Word only to find Paull talks about those two words "in Christ" and derivatives of it nearly 200 times in his letters. Paul talked about those two words "in Christ" so many times theologians referred to that as "Pauls Magnificent Obsession."Stephen would go on to develop these 7 themed courses "In Christ Discipleship Course."My Life in ChristMy Marriage in ChristMy Ministry in ChristMy Relationships in ChristMy Character in ChristMy Church in ChristMy Family in Christ.

Arlania is a country divided between humans and shifters. With shifters seen as dangerous, Lance Talford is forced to live in hiding with his best friend Marcus Grant. Summoned to the Capital by his mother, Lance and Marcus grudgingly leave the safety of their remote home and set out on the ten day journey. From a young age, Kyrie Young has learned to guard herself against those who will judge her for her "gifts". Being the weird girl who speaks with animals has left her with quite the reputation around her small town. Now that she is of marrying age, Kyrie is being forced to leave her home in the country to live with her brother at the Capital. The only bright spot is that her maid and friend, Samantha, was allowed to come along. A chance encounter with two shifters, a tragic accident, and a madman looking for them has left Kyrie and Samantha no choice but to trust in Lance and Marcus in order to reach her brother safely. However, Kyrie and Lance quickly learn that reaching her brothers home isnt the happy ending to her journey but the beginning of a much more dangerous one.

Adrian Milner has inherited a PI firm and a partner who claims that he specializes in solving supernatural problems. Adrian is more than skeptical but Dunn is the real thing. He is also gorgeous, arrogant and reckless. That makes him all wrong for Adrian, a serious college professor and a doting dad to his little girl. Somehow Adrian still gets dragged into investigating hauntings and dangerous spirits, and falls for Dunn along the way. Dunn falls for him even harder, and neither man will let their differences or deadly apparitions stand in the way of their happily ever after. Complete Milner and Dunn 7 book collection: The Christmas Feast Valentines Vanishings From Sea and Sand Ghost in the Woods The Empty Room The Haunting of Bluebird Hall Milner & Dunn: Death in the Window

A father. A daughter. A secret buried in blood.Solomon Reed has spent thirteen years preparing for the worst weekend of his life. To his daughter Naia, their annual hunting trip is a rite of passage a chance to track deer, sleep under the stars, and prove shes ready for the wild. She has no idea that the wild is already inside her.Because Naia is a werewolf. Born, not bitten. And tonight, under the full moon, she will transform for the first time.Solomon knows whats coming. Hes built the plan, packed the kit, and rehearsed every scenario including the ones no father should ever have to consider. But nothing can prepare him for what his daughter becomes. Or for the men who have been waiting for her.The Division has been hunting werewolves for decades. They dont want to kill Naia. They want to study her. Because she carries something in her blood that no wolf has expressed in three generations a power that could change everything.Now father and daughter must survive the night, outrun a paramilitary organization, and confront a hunter who kills wolves without silver. Along the way, theyll discover a hidden world of packs and bloodlines, face the truth about a mother Naia never knew, and learn that the most dangerous thing in the forest isnt the beast outside its the one you love.The Hunting Trip is a horror novel about fatherhood, transformation, and the inheritance we carry in our bones. For readers of Jordan Peele, Tananarive Due, and anyone who believes the monster in the woods might be the hero of the story.

They thought they had control. Over their lives.Their choices.Their relationships. They were wrong. Five women.Five different lives.All connected by one thing The truth they never said out loud. Love wasnt what they expected.Healing wasnt easy.And letting go? That changed everything. Some walked away.Some fell harder.Some finally chose themselves. But one thing became clear Control was never really theirs to begin with. The Faux Control.

He was born under a curse. The question is: will he become one?Six years, six months, and six days after their union, Arthur and Andria Libeck stand before the Stonehaven Coven Council, defending their choice to have a child. The last warlock born under this alignment was Kaelen the Breakera monster who had to be destroyed at a cost the coven still mourns.The Council decrees: the child may be born, but he will be watched from his first breath.Darius Libeck enters the world as a storm rage outside his family cottage. His grandmother, Magda, performs the ancient rite of revelation and finds... nothing. Just a boy. For now.But the watching years are just beginning.As Darius grows, so do the whispers. A fallen cup slides toward his chubby fingers. A firefly freezes mid-air when his frustration peaks. A nightmare leaves frost on his windows in summer. Small things. Deniable things. His parents protect him with a conspiracy of love, hiding these signs from the Councils ever-watchful eyes.Then, the night before his thirteenth birthday, it happens.The Awakening.A pain like dying and being reborn. A roar that shatters windows and echoes for miles. A power that announces itself to every magical being within fifty miles: A new warlock walks the earth.But this is no ordinary Awakening. The energy that fills Darius is not a campfireits a volcano. Raw, untamed, and terrifying. The sentinels arrive at dawn. The Council demands answers. And Darius finds himself a prisoner in his own home, his parents fighting to prove he is not the monster everyone fears.His training begins. Control. Discipline. The endless battle against a power that wants to be unleashed. His father teaches him to be a fortress. His mother teaches him to be a wellspring. Together, they build the vessel that must hold the storm.Then comes high school. The mundane world. Brad Jenkins, a bully who doesnt know what hes dealing with. Day after day of provocation. Shoves in the hallway. Stolen books. Whispered insults. Darius follows the rules. He walks away. He ignores it. He holds the line.Until he cant.In a locker room confrontation, the storm breaks free. Darius doesnt just defend himselfhe unleashes something far more dangerous: a curse of consequence, designed to make Brads own malice his cage. For a single, intoxicating moment, Darius feels what it would be like to stop fighting the darkness and simply let go.But power has consequences. Watching Brads life crumblenot with a bang, but with the slow, grinding misery of a curse he cant controlDarius learns a terrible truth: the monster the Council fears isnt a roaring beast. Its a boy who stops caring about the cost.To undo what hes done, Darius must do something far harder than unleashing power. He must take it back. He must absorb the accumulated misery of his curse into himself and let it be purified by his own willing sacrifice. It nearly kills him.But it saves him.The Rite of Provenance followsan ancient trial where the Council probes his mind, his heart, his very soul. They test him with pain, with ambition, with grief. They try to find the seed of Kaelen within him. And Darius, scarred by his choices but forged by his redemption, faces them all.He does not break.He does not bend.He proves that he is not his prophecy. ...