I’m used to getting what I want. And what I want is Ashley. The girl I drove right into Hayes’ arms. The girl who is no longer interested in me at all. But I have a secret weapon. Talia Smith, Hayes’ ex-girlfriend, who wants him back as much as I want Ashley. It doesn’t matter that our kiss is what broke up Talia and Hayes in the first place. The same kiss that ruined my relationship with Ashley. Because even though we screwed up, we’re going to work as a team to get what we want. By pretending to be together, we’ll make Hayes and Ashley realize what they’re missing. But things don’t go the way I plan. Pretty soon, the only thing I’m pretending is that I’m not falling for Talia. Because I am. Suddenly, what I care about most is proving to Talia that my feelings for her are genuine. But I know that will be difficult, since I’m the guy who always plays dirty. ** Views: 21
The galaxy’s inhabited planets are held together by the repressive Eron Company, the apparent holder of the secret to faster–than–light travel through the Tubes, the network linking the scattered worlds together. Mysterious parties have hired the adventurer Horn to assassinate the company's general manager, Garth Kohlnar. Horn completes his mission, and in the ensuing manhunt encounters Wendre Kohlnar, the daughter and now possibly the heir of the dead man. Escaping through a transdimensional Tube, Horn finds himself on the planet Eron, a world consumed by the Eron Company. There he encounters a corrupt aristocracy, a brewing power struggle over the succession, a covert revolution, and the mystery of who actually knows the secret of the Tubes. James Gunn and Jack Williamson's Star Bridge marks the return of a classic, high-concept space opera by two SF Grand MastersAt the publisher's request, this title... Views: 21
Ray Bradbury, the master of American science fiction, offers an intriguing answer to the question that all writers dread: *Where do you get your ideas?*
One evening in South Florida, an author is dozing beside a swimming pool in when a stranger interrupts his peace. The newcomer, a self-professed fan and a literary agent of sorts, has a proposal for the author . . . one that may shape the course of literary history. With just a few thousand words, this charming short story from Ray Bradbury may change the way you look at classic literature forever.
"One More Body in the Pool" by Ray Bradbury is one of 20 short stories within Mulholland Books's Strand Originals series, featuring thrilling stories by the biggest names in mystery from the Strand Magazine archives. View the full series list at mulhollandbooks.com and listen to them all!
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Ben Adler recently retired from the Air Force, settling into his rural Western Oregon family home following the death of his parents. When Portland lawyer, Maggi McGuffin, suddenly shows up at Ben’s off-the-grid hobby farm, he is skeptical of her intentions. But she agrees to get the IRS and EPA off his back for a little investigative work. In the Air Force, Ben worked as a special agent with the Office of Special Investigations, their version of the FBI and CIA. He spent years interrogating terrorists and debriefing airmen. Strange things are happening in normally sedate Cantina Valley. In his quest answers, Ben must sift through a cast of quirky characters and unknown entities with hidden agendas. Does his investigation have anything to do with a recent murder? Ben must unravel a case as complex as a fine Oregon pinot noir to discover the truth. Views: 21
After leaving dinner with an old friend, Kamerai starts to worry when she returns home to find that her fiance' is not there nor is he answering her phone calls or returning text messages. Her worst nightmare becomes reality when she gets a call from a nurse at the hospital telling her to get there quickly. She had been planning the wedding of her dreams, only to realize that it may not happen. At least not the way that she planned. She loves Darrin, but, there's only one thing standing in the way of her happiness. What would you do if your past showed up in your present and threatened your future? Kamerai soon finds out that life isn't always black and white. Gray areas really do exist, especially when it concerned matters of the heart. You can say all you want about love, but, for Kamerai all love has ever been and will ever be is COMPLICATED!!!** Views: 21
Murder MysteryAfter a bad divorce leaves Shannon without a home or friends, she finds herself moving in with her younger sister, Daisy—only to find that the upbeat young woman is also struggling with heartbreak, and miserable at work to boot. With nothing to lose, the two women decide to give up cubicles and spreadsheets and strike out on their own.
But weeks of careful planning unravel abruptly when, on their very first day operating a food truck, a body is discovered lying by their propane tanks. Suspicion immediately falls on Daisy, and Shannon is determined not to let her little sister go to jail. Daisy may be reckless, sarcastic, and irreverent, but Shannon is absolutely sure that she is not a killer.
Except, the more Shannon pries, the list of suspects only seems to grow longer and longer. And it turns out that Daisy may have had more motives for the murder than she’s admitting…
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Julien Lacusta is a troubled soul, born into tragic circumstances, and raised in a violent time. Despite being a Master Warrior in the house of Jadon, and one of the most elite trackers the Vampyr have ever seen, he is damaged to the core: tormented by endless shadows, haunted by unseen ghosts. And he knows--by all the celestial gods; he knows--that if he ever releases those demons, the beasts that lurk within, there will be hell, fire, and brimstone to pay.
The very earth will suffer.
Rebecca Johnston is fighting hellhounds of her own: a stalker who won't let her go, an enemy she cannot defeat, a life that is no longer safe...or free. When she ventures into Dark Moon Vale to raise funds for a worthy cause, she has no idea that she is knocking on the door of fate. She has no idea that an ancient Blood Moon and an inescapable dark Curse are about to change her life.
Caught in a web of ever-increasing danger, the machinations of an ancient foe, and a burgeoning house of lies, Julien and Rebecca must summon their courage, face their fears head-on, and fight their way through the chemical allure of BLOOD ECSTASY.
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Ex-vaudevillian Dorrie Sullivan is restless, looking for a new occupation. A community dance is just what the citizens of Morgan's Crossing needs, and she has the expertise to host it. From the first night, things have a way of not going as planned, but Dorrie vows to persevere. Even when a mysterious stranger who moved into the shop next door drives her to distraction.Devastated emotionally and physically by the past winter, trapper Valerik Andrusha travels to Morgan's Crossing seeking refuge with his brother. Instead, Valerik meets the vivacious neighbor who has a knack for drawing him from his depression.The dances are a success and to help Dorrie, Valerik fights past his reserved nature and shares his musical talents. Although she's drawn to Valerik's kindness, Dorrie can't open her heart to a man she thinks won’t stick around. When the summer ends, the pair must make tough decisions about where their futures lie–together or apart. Views: 21
Yong doesn't want to leave China to travel to the goldfields of Ballarat, Australia. But as the firstborn son, he has no choice. On the long and treacherous journey, Yong strives to be an honourable son, while he and his father face many hardships and dangers. But in his heart Yong knows the shameful truth – that his honour is a lie. Can a journey change lives? Views: 21
Ice Cammy, a beautiful, talented Hunter, has always taken her future for granted. She will mate with her best friend Rage and live happily ever after. But her perfect future explodes, quite literally. Rage has chosen another mate, and the Pantera’s enemies have struck at the very heart of the Wildlands. Now she is forced to partner with Ice, the aloof, always mysterious Hunter, to retrieve one of their own. Together they must track down the humans who attacked them, and uncover a secret that threatens the survival of the Pantera. Can she find a way to work with the gorgeous male who stirs her most primitive emotions? And, more importantly, is a happily-ever-after still possible? Reaux Taken from her home when she was only 17 and forced to breed, Karen finally has her freedom back. But the chains of captivity still hold the beautiful human mother close, and when she starts to break down emotionally, she knows she needs help. Unfortunately the only Healer she wants is the very one she can’t have. All of his life, Reaux has been labeled a wicked mistake. With his body constantly sending out a sexual musk, he’s irresistible to females. So, the brooding Healer keeps to himself. Until he meets Karen. She needs him desperately. Not for sex, though. Just for healing. But how can he do the work he’s meant to do, if he’s falling in love with his patient? Views: 21
