Is the cure for a breakup a hookup?Marissa Duplei has one mission. Pick herself up, dust the ex off, and get dirty with someone else. However, sexy, inked-up, metal-musician Jack Storm is not the average girl’s revenge fling.A tour bus bang.A one night stand gone awry.A secret to keep at all costs.Could it all lead to love?♪♫ Marissa ♫♪Looking back, everything about that day was a perfect storm.My bestfriend’s score of two VIP passes the day before the Hang Fest. A giant hurricane with a generous shot of alcohol. A sexy metal musician who was opposite of my cheating fiancé in every way.Those inked-up muscled arms holding a tiny puppy protectively to his bare chest told me there was more to him than met the eye.I had to know more.I’ve always been practical. I know I wouldn’t have seen him again if I hadn’t rolled out of bed and stepped into the shower.♪♫ Jack ♫♪That's true. A Perfect Storm.There was the puppy my sister forced on me as an exercise in commitment.And for damn sure, the cutoff shorts and tight sleeveless top she was wearing that day. The tan line well past the very short hem and way above the very low neckline of her tank top told me the packaging on this girl was deceptive.I had to know more.Much more.It likely would have ended like every other hookup in that tour bus—if I hadn’t followed her into the shower afterward.♪♫♫♪That shower was the beginning of us.The point where we became more than a chance possibility. The part never told in countless interviews.I’m Marissa, and Jack may jump in. Here’s our story…Author’s noteEye of the Storms is the first POV, Spicy Hot, Original Edition of Marissa and Jack's story as written three years ago.The 3rd POV Clean version was never acceptable to those who first loved Jack and Marissa as told in her voice and his—those who encouraged the story to be published and spent hours beta reading and making suggestions. I love you guys, you are my rock stars. So here a year later, is the Anniversary Edition, aka the Original, Hot, First POV edition of Jack and Marissa. Views: 19
The six stories in Consider Her Ways: And Others, the second collecton of John Wyndham's short tales, continue his exploration of the science fiction staple - what if? In the title story we are introduced to a world where all the men have been killed by a virus and women continue to survive in a strict caste system - bottom of the heap are the mothers. In others we meet the man who accidentally summons a devil and then has to find a way of getting rid of him without losing his immortal soul, as well as the woman who, thanks to an experiment in time, discovers why her lover abandoned her.'Wyndham writes strongly and has a gift for bizarre plots' Guardian'One of the few authors whose compulsive readability is a compliment to the intelligence' SpectatorJohn Wyndham Parkes Lucas Benyon Harris was born in 1903, the son of a barrister. He tried a number of careers including farming,... Views: 19
As probably the world's most experienced long distance walker who also writes, Chris Townsend has many stories to tell and many photographs to illustrate them with. Of all his adventures, those he enjoyed on America's Pacific Crest Trail in the Eighties are among his favourites. The PCT runs 2,600 miles from Mexico to Canada through desert, forest and mountain wildernesses. In Rattlesnakes and Bald Eagles Chris recounts not only his own six month w alk but also the longer story of the Trail, and shares his ideas on how it is developing and where it is all going with his many readers. Illustrated with Chris Townsend's photographs from his long hike, and earlier, iconic images, Rattlesnakes and Bald Eagles will be the definitive Pacific Crest Trail account. Views: 19
Kristin Newman's funny, sexy, and ultimately poignant debut memoir about mastering the art of the "vacationship."Kristin Newman spent her 20s and 30s dealing with the stresses of her high-pressure job as a television comedy writer, and the anxieties of watching most of her friends get married and start families while she wrestled with her own fear of both. Not ready to settle down and yet loathe to become a sad-sack single girl, Kristin instead started traveling the world, often alone, for a few months each year, falling madly in love with attractive locals who provided moments of the love she wanted without the cost of the freedom she needed. She introduces readers to the Israeli bartenders, Argentinian priests, Finnish poker players, and sexy Bedouins who helped her transform into "Kristin-Adjacent" on the road--a quieter, less judgmental, and, yes, sluttier version of herself at home.Ultimately, Kristin's adventures led her to a better understanding... Views: 19
From thriller and suspense master Brett Battles comes Dream Sky, the sixth book in the continuing Project Eden thriller saga. A hush has settled over the planet. The once dominant human race is in full retreat. But man is not yet defeated. Augustine dream sky. These were Matt Hamilton’s last words. Daniel Ash has no idea what they mean, but he’s sure they are key to defeating Project Eden. His only hope is that he’s able to figure out the secret in time. The survivors on Isabella Island are surrounded by death, and need to get off the island before the flu can claim them, too. But there are not enough boats at the resort to get everyone to safety. The only solution involves a risky trip to the mainland that may be even more dangerous than remaining on the island. In Mumbai, Sanjay’s friends watch as the Project Eden survival station is abandoned. Curious, they search the facility once everyone has left. They expect to find very little, and at first they are right. But only at first. Ben Bowerman’s search for his girlfriend, Martina Gable, takes him to the only place left he thinks she can be. When he gets there, he’s hurled into the unexpected, where he begins to see the truth of what is really going on, and knows if he doesn’t do something drastic, his days are numbered. And in an idyllic town covered by a blanket of snow, all is quiet. Except for the rotating squad of soldiers who watch and wait for a problem they believe becomes more and more unlikely as each day passes. The world, after all, is quickly depleting. But they are wrong. Eden Rising is best read after completing volumes 1-5 (Sick, Exit 9, Pale Horse, Ashes, and Eden Rising) Praise for the Project Eden Thrillers “Sick didn’t just hook me. It hit me with a devastating uppercut on every primal level—as a parent, a father, and a human being.”—Blake Crouch, author of Run “[A] gem of an outbreak story that unfolds like a thriller movie and never lets up, all the way to the last page. Absolutely my favorite kind of story!”—John Maberry, New York Times bestselling author “[Sick] not only grabs you by the throat, but by the heart and gut as well, and by the time you finish you feel as if you've just taken a runaway train through dangerous territory. Buy these books now. You won't regret it.”—Robert Browne, best selling author of Trial Junkies “You think Battles was badass before? He just cranked it up to 500 joules. CLEAR!”—PopCultureNerd.com “Brett Battles at his best, a thriller that also chills, with a secret at its core that's almost too scary to be contained within the covers of a book.”—Tim Hallinan, author of the Edgar-nominated The Queen of Patpong Brett Battles is the author of over twenty novels and several short stories. His second novel, The Deceived (part of his Jonathan Quinn series), won the Barry Award for Best Thriller. He is one of the founding members of Killer Year, and is a member of International Thriller Writers. He lives and writes in Los Angeles. Book DescriptionFrom thriller and suspense master Brett Battles comes Dream Sky, the sixth book in the continuing Project Eden thriller saga.A hush has settled over the planet. The once dominant human race is in full retreat. But man is not yet defeated.Augustine dream sky. These were Matt Hamilton’s last words. Daniel Ash has no idea what they mean, but he’s sure they are key to defeating Project Eden. His only hope is that he’s able to figure out the secret in time.The survivors on Isabella Island are surrounded by death, and need to get off the island before the flu can claim them, too. But there are not enough boats at the resort to get everyone to safety. The only solution involves a risky trip to the mainland that may be even more dangerous than remaining on the island.In Mumbai, Sanjay’s friends watch as the Project Eden survival station is abandoned. Curious, they search the facility once everyone has left. They expect to find very little, and at first they are right. But only at first.Ben Bowerman’s search for his girlfriend, Martina Gable, takes him to the only place left he thinks she can be. When he gets there, he’s hurled into the unexpected, where he begins to see the truth of what is really going on, and knows if he doesn’t do something drastic, his days are numbered.And in an idyllic town covered by a blanket of snow, all is quiet. Except for the rotating squad of soldiers who watch and wait for a problem they believe becomes more and more unlikely as each day passes. The world, after all, is quickly depleting.But they are wrong.Eden Rising is best read after completing volumes 1-5 (Sick, Exit 9, Pale Horse, Ashes, and Eden Rising)Praise for the Project Eden Thrillers“Sick didn’t just hook me. It hit me with a devastating uppercut on every primal level—as a parent, a father, and a human being.”—Blake Crouch, author of Run“[A] gem of an outbreak story that unfolds like a thriller movie and never lets up, all the way to the last page. Absolutely my favorite kind of story!”—John Maberry, New York Times bestselling author“[Sick] not only grabs you by the throat, but by the heart and gut as well, and by the time you finish you feel as if you've just taken a runaway train through dangerous territory. Buy these books now. You won't regret it.”—Robert Browne, best selling author of Trial Junkies“You think Battles was badass before? He just cranked it up to 500 joules. CLEAR!”—PopCultureNerd.com“Brett Battles at his best, a thriller that also chills, with a secret at its core that's almost too scary to be contained within the covers of a book.”—Tim Hallinan, author of the Edgar-nominated The Queen of PatpongBrett Battles is the author of over twenty novels and several short stories. His second novel, The Deceived (part of his Jonathan Quinn series), won the Barry Award for Best Thriller. He is one of the founding members of Killer Year, and is a member of International Thriller Writers. He lives and writes in Los Angeles. More info available at www.brettbattles.com. About the AuthorBrett Battles is the author of over a dozen novels and several short stories. His second novel, The Deceived (part of his Jonathan Quinn series), won the Barry Award for Best Thriller. He is one of the founding members of Killer Year, and is a member of International Thriller Writers. He lives and writes in Los Angeles. Views: 19
Darknest Fantasy Erotica presents a collection from seven erotic authors sure to push you to the limits of your psyche. In the darkest corners of your fantasies, these stories lurk. Waiting to tease and please, these shorts are darkly erotic, and will make you lust for orcs, shifters, demons and more! Hunted by the Beast by Cerys du Lys: When the beast-cursed man of legends comes for her, desiring her as his mate, can Danya tame his savage ways and show him love, or will she unwittingly become some plaything for a monster, existing solely for his pleasure? A Heaven of Hell by A. Vivian Vane: Can a holy angel of Heaven tempt one of Lucifer's fallen back to righteousness? Even if it were possible, hot and heavy pegging probably wouldn't be the way to go about it...but that won't stop one angelic beauty from trying in this sinful short! Too Perfect by J.M. Keep: In the future, women are a commodity to be traded and programmed for a single purpose. Andrea has been scientifically modified to be the perfect woman, but when she's gifted to a young man by his father, he recognizes her: His old, unrequited crush. The Master by Kaye Skellington: When one visits the Orc General's court, all eyes are on the delicate elven face of his wife. They search her expression keenly, but do they know her? Does anyone? Adrift in the Emperor's Halls by P.B. Tae: Lost in a dark, alien maze the thieving elf Aenaena struggles to find her way. She doesn’t know how she came to be in such a place or why the vile and almost organic walls seem to ooze with their own hideous life. Yet one thing is for certain: in the pulsating halls she is not alone. Something else stalks the corridors, hungry and powerful. The Dressmaker's Doll by Leona D. Reish: Fresh out of college, the opportunity to work under the reclusive bachelor – mysterious and renowned tailor Julian Landon – in his secluded villa felt like a fairy tale for young Amy. As the days pass, Amy is reminded that those fairy tales were once much darker things, as circumstance see her fall helplessly into a world of darker passion and submission to the man training her in far more powerful and sensual ways than she could have ever imagined. A Different Prince Charming by Maria N. Lang: A story of enslavement and the spoils of war. It is the collision between a victorious elven general and a human princess whose father has just lost a battle – and with it, her innocence. These stories are dark erotica and contain graphic violence, strong sexual content and explicit language and are meant for adults. Views: 19
Issue #146 of Beneath Ceaseless Skies online magazine, featuring stories by Nicole M. Taylor and Andrea Stewart. Views: 19
Linc McKay, the bass guitarist for Dirty Affliction, is addicted to the fame and everything that comes with it. He loves the drugs, the alcohol, and the women. Especially the women. He lives by the motto "You can never have too much of a good thing." That is, until one mistake threatens to destroy his career. After years of living life according to others' expectations, Honesty Raines finally decides to live life on her terms. She quits college and hits the road with her brother's band, living the life she's always dreamed. Hesitant to bring Honesty along, her brother agrees under one condition: stay away from the sexy bass player. However, that's just not something she is willing to do. Views: 19
She walks in with her music, and walks out with his wallet. Kaz Barrett should be saving for college. Instead, he saves his pay from the Sit'N'Spin Laundromat to send his mother to a very expensive sleep clinic in New York. His mother suffers from a rare neurological disorder, and both Kaz and his kid sister worry that one day, maybe tomorrow, their mother will fall asleep and never wake up. But when pink-haired Zoey walks past the laundromat's window, Kaz's ordered life begins spinning out of control. Smart, mysterious, and full of music, Zoey is unlike anyone Kaz has met...but there's another side to her that he can't quite figure out. When he goes looking for answers, he finds a whirlwind of lies, half-truths, and violence. Views: 19
