". . . a riveting tale of maturing womanhood and an insightful peek into the creative process." —Kirkus Reviews "Reminiscent of Anne Lamott's works, The Elegant Out grapples with the glorious, messy intersection of real life and true art." —Patricia Minger, author of Magic Flute "Really lovely . . . fun . . . impressionistic . . . poetic . . . evocative." —Kate Maloney, PhD, CEO and executive producer of WeRiseUP The Movie After escaping an abusive relationship, Elizabeth finds herself struggling with immense feelings of inadequacy. Stuck in a small-town, eight to five job, she dreams of characters and plot lines—when she's not thinking about babies. She wants another. Gabe, her love, does not. When her writing coach praises her talent and encourages her to write, Elizabeth dives in, resolved to pursue her dream of publishing once again and put her ideas about pregnancy on the back burner. But then everyone around her,... Views: 94
She's in danger. I am the only man who can keep her safe.After a long day at work, I didn't expect to run toward danger in my picture perfect, quiet neighborhood.My sweet, sexy neighbor has no idea she's in trouble.I swooped in and rescued her.She swears she's not in danger and doesn't need my help.I've fought in a hidden war for five years.I can snuff out trouble in the blink of an eye.Whether or not she wants my help, I will protect her.I am the Navy SEALs Special Operative they call when the world is burning down to the ground. I walked away from that life.I opened the dental practice so I could remain in the background living a simple life.Now this beautiful woman has pulled me back into war.Even though it's not my war, I'll die to keep her safe. Views: 94
Can Sophia transition into her new family without sacrificing something personal? Sophia and Richie leave their baby behind and go for a holiday to celebrate Richie's promotion at work and to prepare for Sophia's imminent return to work. Little did she know the journey would transform her career and family life. While in the USA, Richie reconnects with James, his long-gone brother, but fails to convince him to return home. Sophia steps in and persuades James, unaware of the momentous favour she's done Richie's family. Did she get too busy to mind her well-being? Sophia becomes reflective on what it means to lead a happy and satisfactory life, the kind she envisioned. She finds the answer and realizes she's always had it on her long journey of searching for empowerment and social change. Does she welcome the WOMAN she's become? Sophia's story starts in Ignited by Education, continues in Slowed by a Baby, and concludes in Trapped Inside the... Views: 94
Natalia Chambers is a successful singer/songwriter whose star is on the rise. But Nat has a problem. She can’t seem to write any new music and the pressure is on to write a follow-up to her last record. The fact that her last girlfriend betrayed her and left her with a wounded heart certainly isn’t helping any. When Nat comes home from her latest tour, she’s ready for some serious R&R. The last thing she expects is a stunning pastry chef named Maddy LaDuke to send her tumbling (literally) head over heels. As Nat spends more time with Maddy she discovers a side benefit—it seems that their romance may hold the key to that serious writer’s block problem. Just when Nat thinks she’s ready for something big with Maddy, an old flame arrives and tries to burn it all down. Will Nat and Maddy be able to put their hearts on the line and find trust in each other? Views: 94
From the host of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour podcast comes a heartfelt debut about the unlikely relationship between a young woman who's lost her husband and a major league pitcher who's lost his game. "Charming, hopeful, and gently romantic . . . Evvie Drake is great company."—Rainbow Rowell, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Eleanor & Park In a sleepy seaside town in Maine, recently widowed Eveleth "Evvie" Drake rarely leaves her large, painfully empty house nearly a year after her husband's death in a car crash. Everyone in town, even her best friend Andy, thinks grief keeps her locked inside, and Evvie doesn't correct them. Meanwhile, in New York City, Dean Tenney, former Major League pitcher and Andy's childhood best friend, is wrestling with what miserable athletes living out their worst nightmares call the "yips": he can't throw straight anymore, and, even worse, he can't figure out why. As the media... Views: 94
