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Hace mucho tiempo—a long time ago—there lived a beautiful young woman named Adelita. So begins the age-old tale of a kindhearted young woman, her jealous stepmother, two hateful stepsisters, and a young man in search of a wife. The young man, Javier, falls madly in love with beautiful...

Writer and amateur sleuth Peggy Rector returns home to a full plate following a star-studded vacation in the English countryside. She needs to finish her latest book and plan her wedding to the hunky Jess Carson, all while her children plot to convert her rambling Victorian house into a B&B. When Velma Whittaker, a local genealogist, dies under mysterious circumstances, Peggy must puzzle out who wanted Velma dead and why? Was it her multi-million-dollar lottery win or something more? A search for Velma’s will turns up a cryptic clue left for her heirs, but are they up to the challenge?

After six years of caring for her ailing parents, literature professor Selwyn Aldridge is alone in the weathered Victorian house where she grew up. Grief hangs heavy in every room, and her mother’s once-glorious garden is buried beneath weeds. When a bottle of morphine disappears during a moment of despair, Selwyn begins to question her grip on reality—until a radiant stranger named Blossom appears, arriving with uncanny timing and an instinct for exactly what Selwyn needs. With Blossom’s quiet guidance, Selwyn begins to restore her mother’s garden—and, slowly, her own sense of purpose.

Here is the dramatic coming-of-age graphic novel memoir of 12-year-old Carlos (who would grow up to become the author’s father), his life during the Cuban Revolution, and his family’s harrowing escape to America. A Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table (GNCRT) Outstanding Comics Award Honor...

She's a lover. He's a…funeral director? 'A whimsical five star read. I LOVED it', Reader review 'I could not put it down!' Reader reviewer 'I LOVED this.' Reader Review Lily loves running her bridal boutique, spreading joy with every wedding she plans. Mort is content running the funeral home...

On the ice, I’m Kellan Carter, powerhouse enforcer for the Charlotte Strikers. Off the ice, I’m just a regular guy. The last thing I want is to get mobbed by a bunch of groupies who are only after me for my fame and money.

What happens when Larry the Lazy Lizard's jungle day is interrupted by a mysterious SPLAT? With his peace shattered, Larry sets off on a hilarious adventure to uncover the culprit, meeting his mischievous jungle friends.

In a lively meadow where the sun shines bright, Tilly the Tortoise and her friends take flight. With every step, they explore the land, discovering wonders, both big and grand. The spirit of adventure dances in the air, inviting all creatures to join in with flair. From hopping bunnies to fluttering bees, everyone feels the magic of the gentle breeze.

An erotic tale told in Joss-style... Lindie is off on an adventure...and she's willing to give her body to get all the answers she needs... but then there's the question of her heart. That was never supposed to be part of this deal...but here she is...and a decision needs to be made.

Is there a singular way to change your life? One set of skills designed to improve the core aspects of your mental, emotional, and social health forever? Well, from my experience there is. Improving my emotional intelligence gave me all of these benefits and more.

I've worked hard to overcome many of the devastating challenges that life has thrown at me, and I've come a long way. Despite the aftermath of my broken engagement and the strained relationship with my mother, I've recently mended lost friendships and have become a successful entrepreneur of a business I'm truly passionate about. But could all this progress be lost when my mother presents me with a blindside I never would have expected?

Is the search for the truth worth starting a war? Alvar has been plagued by Dreamons since time immemorial. They stalk the night, in the mist between realms, to twist the dreams of mankind into nightmares and feast upon the primal emotions that dwell deep within. Thirty years ago, a desperate battle was fought and barely won, ushering in the first era of peace Alvar has ever known. The cost was high, but peace is worth any price… as long as it’s real.

In a world where family secrets intertwine with supernatural forces, the Aldridge family faces their greatest challenges yet. With ancient heritage discovered and newfound powers revealed, they must unite like never before to protect their loved ones and uncover truths that could change their lives forever. As dark forces gather, can they remain strong together and keep the shadows at bay?

Echoes of Your Silence is a raw and redemptive memoir about growing up in a house full of unspoken pain. Crystal Allen shares her journey through emotional neglect, generational silence, and the desperate search for love in all the wrong places. Born to a white mother from rural West Virginia and a Black father from Dunbar, West Virginia who was physically present but emotionally absent, Crystal’s story reveals what happens when a young girl goes looking for the love her father never gave her—and finds herself in a prison cell because of it.

A group of college students is sent on a trip to Ireland for their International Relations and Affairs class. When they find themselves trapped with a psychopathic killer in a remote castle refurbished into a bed and breakfast. Their exploration throughout the castle is more than they bargained for, with puzzles and riddles to solve. Who will survive, and how is Ashley connected?

Ambrosia is severely injured, and Ashley’s body has disappeared. When Nick boards a large deep-sea fishing vessel, will he be able to help everyone survive the night, or are they in too deep? What will happen when everything comes crashing down in a storm of fury and battle of wills?

A near-future cyberpunk story set in the digital world of Lion City, ruled by the Administration, for which two agents, Xi and Wei, must regulate an immersive mirror of their decaying Eastern city. That is, until Xi finds avatars controlled by dead users. The more she digs, the more questions are raised about her identity, the system, and her friendship with Wei.

The spring before 7th Grade, tragedy strikes C. C. Cross. Dad won't be coming home from Afghanistan. When her mother packs her up and moves her across the country to Manassas, Virginia, C.C. finds herself in a new neighborhood, a new school, and a new life, one without her mighty, fearless, and beloved father. As C.C. struggles to build a new life, she meets a boy on the Civil War Battlefield near her home. Then he disappears right before her eyes. C.C. knows that, somehow, she must uncover the truth about the disappearing boy and why he haunts the Battlefield.

Pride and Prejudice unfolds the timeless tale of spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the brooding Mr. Darcy, set against the elegant backdrop of Regency-era England. This classic Jane Austen novel weaves sharp social commentary with an enduring romance that has captivated readers for over two centuries.

Anne of Green Gables is a heartwarming and timeless story about Anne Shirley, a spirited orphan girl mistakenly sent to live with elderly siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert on Prince Edward Island. Full of imagination, wit, and charm, Anne transforms the lives of everyone around her with her unique perspective on life.