by admin | Mar 10, 2025 | Fantasy |
On the island of Eshol, a ruling council gifts magic to all its citizens — whether they want it or not.Eighteen-year-old Rayna Drey should be excited for her Branding, when the island’s Good Council will infuse her blood with one of five sanctioned magics: the ability to wield elements, summon objects, shift forms, talk to wildlife, or manipulate minds. The Good Council is good. The Branding doesn’t hurt. And the institution she must attend afterward, to learn how to control her new gift, is only a little dangerous.Or, at least, that’s what Rayna has always heard. As soon as she arrives at the Esholian Institute, however, a peer-pressured dare makes her explode with a power as deadly as it is forbidden. Worse yet, the only one who can teach her how to hide it from the Good Council is Coen Steeler, a much-too-handsome fifth-year who can manipulate minds as easily as he breathes. He alone understands Rayna’s forbidden power…because he has the same one.With their secret in each other’s hands, Rayna soon uncovers other dark secrets that threaten the very foundation of the island itself. And the worst of them? If the Good Council finds out what lurks in her and Coen’s blood, they’ll both face a fate beyond obedience — and a punishment worse than death.
by admin | Mar 10, 2025 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Vampires and Viajante have tolerated each other’s existence for centuries, but not without exceptions. When Mara was six, her Viajante family was murdered by vampires without provocation. Not only did her future change, so did she, a secret hidden even from her own people.No longer a child, and no longer confined to Sanctuary, Mara’s headed into vampire territory in search of answers behind the attack, and to the mysterious prophesy she’s been linked to. She expected danger, and quite possibly getting her butt kicked a time or two before avenging her family. The last thing she expected: an alliance with a powerful and sexy vampire bent on making her his own.Can Mara and her new family unravel the mystery and bring the truth to light, or will those responsible for the death of her family, and the attempts to silence her, remain forever in shadow?Extinguishing Shadows is a paranormal fantasy that questions everything you think you might know about enemies and friends. Heather Beal spins a beautiful web of magic layered with intrigue and surprise into a breathtakingly high-stakes story that will leave you wondering, just how deep does the darkness go?
by admin | Mar 10, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
A wounded Marine. A grieving single mom. An unexpected second chance.
Jax Marshall never planned on returning to his small town, but after a devastating loss, he’s forced to confront his past and the family that barely welcomes him home. Kristen Morgan is just trying to keep it together for her two boys, but when a brooding ex-Marine crashes into her world, their undeniable chemistry threatens to break down the walls they’ve both built. As they navigate heartache, healing, and passion, Jax must decide if he’s strong enough to fight for a love that could finally bring him peace.
by admin | Mar 10, 2025 | Health, Fitness & Self-Help |
In Cruel Diagnosis, Deann Hampton offers a deeply personal and reflective account of her journey raising twins with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and facing multiple traumatic health challenges. Through her story, Hampton explores the complexities and inadequacies of the healthcare, educational, and social systems, particularly in their treatment of children with special needs. She discusses the disparities within these systems and highlights her own path toward understanding ASD, chronic illness, and the dynamics between narcissistic and empathic relationships. Hampton’s goal is to improve access to information, products, and services for families affected by autism, neurodiversity, and unresolved trauma. Supported by endorsements from figures like Jack Canfield, the book also features a foreword by Marcella Piper-Terry, MS, and includes insights from renowned experts such as Dr. Bruce Lipton and Dr. Peter Breggin. With over 250 references, Cruel Diagnosis emphasizes the importance of advocating for better support and understanding for families navigating these challenges.
by admin | Mar 10, 2025 | Advice & How-To |
Get Out of Your Own Way challenges the diet industry’s conventional wisdom, offering a fresh perspective on weight, health, and mindset. Authoritative yet approachable, this book argues that willpower alone is not the answer to long-term health. Instead, it delves into the psychological and emotional aspects of change, exploring how our thoughts shape our habits.
With peer-reviewed nutrition research as its backbone, the book helps readers understand how their brains work, master their thoughts, and redefine what truly healthy eating means. By shifting focus from restriction and shame to empowerment and understanding, Get Out of Your Own Way provides a roadmap to reclaiming both physical and mental well-being—unlocking the potential to live a fuller, more powerful life.
