"A top-notch thriller . . . The identities of the murderer and the twelfth victim come as a stunner" (Publishers Weekly). At Maude Daneson's rooming house, the holiday season has everyone bustling about in anticipation, and Maude herself is planning a glorious Christmas dinner. But neither the landlady nor her lodgers realize that a killer walks among them. The police have so far been unable to track the culprit—and when murder strikes close to home, it threatens to chill the festive mood. "A fast-moving, one-sitting treat." —Kirkus Reviews Views: 674
A sexy-playful stand-alone short from USA Today Best Selling Author Allyson LindtChloe's pressing reset on her life.A new dream job means a chance to be a new her. Starting with flirting with Mr. Gorgeous-at-the-bar the weekend before she starts work. Not only is he confident and sexy, he gets all her one-liners.And the wham-bam-thank-you-very-much-sir in the bar bathroom... wow.The memories are great until she discovers he's her new co-worker. If she can't shelf their scorching night, it could cost her the job of a lifetime.Publisher's Note: This story was previously released as He Said, She Said and has been edited and revised for this re-release. Views: 674
Why do creative people so frequently live apart from the world, even while coveting closer relationships? Why do they seem to struggle more with anxiety and depression? If creativity is the panacea to the dreariness of the human condition, if art a balm for the weary soul, why do those who devote themselves to their respective crafts often have the hardest time sustaining happiness? And more importantly, what can we do about it?William R. Alger wrote this treatise on solitude as a curative study in human isolation and solitude, and blames increased frequency of social influences as the main source of personal dissatisfaction. The issues he identified over 150 years ago have exponentially multiplied in recent history. But the book goes further, and offers a remedy for creative unhappiness and isolation that is thorough and insightful. This argument can be summarized as follows:First, that especially creative and intelligent people, who see the world differently, may have trouble communicating or expressing themselves and being understood, which leads to solitude and possibly loneliness or depression. Second, that by openly sharing and discussing such feelings of isolation and loneliness, we can see that they are not personal defects, but common to creative individuals. This normalizes the experience of wrestling with our doubts and insecurities, which can reduce feelings of shame or powerlessness.This is a book about art, life and happiness - I've highlighted the most insightful passages, and while the book is dense, the beauty of the writing and historical trivia is worth the effort; this is a book to be absorbed slowly in quiet moments of peaceful reflection. Views: 674
"Excellent...darkly compelling."—RT Book Reviews for Every Deep Desire, 4 StarsHer life must be put at risk for his to be redeemed. Historian Sarah Munro is not used to being shot at, but that's just what happens as she's searching for the key to a centuries-old cipher. Her quest draws the attention of two deadly enemies, and one smoldering Major with an agenda of his own.Ex-Green Beret Major Nate Walker and his men were betrayed and dishonorably discharged—and he intends to redeem their honor. To do that, he must stop Sarah, or risk losing one of his men. Caught in a deadly rivalry, Nate can't afford to trust the one woman standing in his way. But his heart says he can't afford not to...Deadly Force Series: Every Deep Desire (Book 1)One Dark Wish (Book 2)Praise for Every Deep Desire: "Fast-paced...full of dark secrets, betrayals, and love reunited. Intriguing, with steamy romance... Views: 673
