A timely retelling of A Christmas Carol for the whole family about a smartphone-obsessed dad.This Christmas, join Michael Rosen and Tony Ross with their unforgettable retelling of Charles Dickens's beloved holiday classic. Harry Gruber plays the role of Scrooge in his school's production of "A Christmas Carol," and he is extra nervous about tonight's performance because his father is in the audience — not away for business, as usual. Will the story's message of Christmas cheer and the redemptive power of love reach his father's distracted Scrooge heart? Views: 66
Far in the future, Japan has become a land ruled by magic and those who wield it. Akuto Sai arrives at Constant Magical Academy—the most prestigious magic school in the world—for his first year of high school. The only student to pass the Academy’s intense entrance exam, he has his sights set on become a High Priest, the most powerful and virtuous magician in the land. However, when he arrives at the Academy, his future occupation is prophesied to be… The Demon King?! Now Akuto is the number one target on campus, and he must navigate his way with the help of his friends—a troublesome delinquent, a beautiful observer android, an honor-bound class representative, and a mysterious girl from his past—through the seedy underbelly of the world’s premier magic academy. Views: 66
He's the boss. But she's ready to take charge."Wonderfully witty and fresh, Bossed is a must-read for anyone who loves a sassy, modern heroine and an in-charge alpha hero."—New York Times bestselling author Lauren Layne Jenny: Job interviews are a bitch under the best of circumstances, but when your potential boss is the world's biggest prick, that's when you should simply walk away. It's just that I need this job so badly—and I'm mesmerized by Ethan Mason's piercing gaze. Men like him aren't supposed to exist in real life. But under the tailored suits and GQ looks, Ethan simmers with barely restrained ambition. And no matter how hard I work to fight the attraction, I'm going to get burned. Ethan: You don't become a top agent without learning how to close a deal. I always get what—or who—I want, by staying cool and in command. Then Jenny Jackson walks into my office... Views: 66
She was hired to rebuild his reputation...But will this doc be too hot to handle?After successfully fighting a year-long lawsuit, handsome, rebellious surgeon Rex Maxwell is ready to get back on top of his game! So when buttoned-up but beautiful PR exec Tiffani Romano insists on making him the center of his hospital's campaign, he reluctantly agrees. And though she tries hard not to let him, Rex is determined to get under her skin... Views: 66
1215 is one of the most famous dates in English history, and with good reason, since it marks the signing of the Magna Carta by King John and the English barons, which altered the entire course of English and world history.John Lackland was born to King Henry II and Eleanor, Duchess of Aquitane in December, 1166; he was the youngest of five sons. However, he unexpectedly became the favored heir to his father after a failed rebellion by his older brothers in 1173. He became king in 1199, though his reign was tumultuous and short. After a brief peace with Phillip II of France, war broke out again in 1202 and King John lost most of his holdings on the continent. This, coupled with unpopular fiscal policies and treatment of nobles back home, led to conflict upon his return from battle. Buffeted from all sides, King John was pushed in 1215 to sign along with his barons the Magna Carta, a precursor to constitutional governance. But both sides failed to uphold the agreements terms... Views: 66
The little mermaid has no idea that as she makes her way on land, she's being watched over by the sister of the very witch with whom she made her bargain. She has no idea that the witch's sister is falling in love with her. When the prince decides to marry another woman, the little mermaid's secret helper offers her a chance to live. But the price may be too high... Content warning: Walking on Knives contains some explicit content and opens with a disturbing scene of dubious sexual consent.**About the Author
Maya Chhabra is the author of Walking on Knives, a novelette published by Less Than Three Press. Her poetry has appeared in Through the Gate and is forthcoming from Mythic Delirium. She has reviewed for Strange Horizons and Publishers Weekly. She lives in New York City. Views: 66
Music teacher Meg Caldwell knew it would be difficult starting over in a new town. She's perfectly happy with her books and her cats, but she knows she has to meet people if she ever wants to find love. The problem? Meg is losing her hair and it isn't growing back. How can a girl have any kind of social life when she has to worry about hiding her growing bald spot?Josh Harrter is the acknowledged cool kid of the faculty lounge - he has a classroom stuffed with bean bag chairs and includes video clips from The Simpsons in his lesson plans. He is drawn to the pretty new music teacher singing and skipping her way through the halls, but he can sense she's hiding something beneath her sunny smiles. How can a guy falling for a girl convince her to trust him with her deepest secret? Views: 66
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