Ruling demons has never been easy. But it's about to get a lot harder.Carmen is finally free from years of torture. And with her evil daddy—the Demon King—dead, she's also wearing the crown and ruling with sass, even if she still doesn't have her own body back. But being a Queen isn't as easy as she thought it would be. Not when she has a weakness. One she must keep secret.Because unlike her demon subjects, Carmen isn't completely evil. And that tiny spot of goodness in her heart might just be her undoing. Demons don't take kindly to their ruler being nice, you see.When rumours of her weakness begin to circulate, the mutiny is on. And Carmen will have to look for help from an unexpected source. From someone she has every right to be wary of. Someone she really shouldn't be developing feelings for.But a certain soothsayer has been guiding events behind the scenes—for the most part behind the scenes, anyway. And... Views: 168
Blended Bribes, Donut Mystery #43,From New York Times Bestselling Author Jessica Beck!As Suzanne Hart is coming home from visiting her college roommate, Autumn, she spots smoke in the sky above downtown April Springs, North Carolina. She fears that either her donut shop or the cottage she shares with her husband, Jake, is on fire, but it turns out to be ReNEWed, Gabby Williams's gently used clothing shop next door to Donut Hearts. As Suzanne watches in horror, a fireman pulls someone from inside the burning building. Is it Gabby, and if it is, is she still alive? Only time will tell. As events begin to unfold, Suzanne and Grace do their best to uncover who would want to torch Gabby's business, and the owner along with it! Views: 168
From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short story collection—this one focused on exploring acts of bravery—featuring some of the best own-voices children's authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more.Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They're also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place. Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention,... Views: 168
41 pagesRetail copy, but no TOC or copyright pagePoppy has been on her own all her life. When she turns 18 and is kicked out of her foster home, she scrambles to find a place to live. Luckily for her, Asher is there to help her out. Asher has wanted Poppy since the moment he laid eyes on her. When he finds out that she needs a job and a place to stay he realizes that he might get just want he wants. Her. Views: 168
