A fade to black, sexy paranormal romance, from the author of Faye's Fortune With her business in jeopardy, her friends in trouble, and her life stretched too thin, Charlotte is on the brink of a breakdown. Between paperwork and creepy phone calls, she's unable to find time to think, let alone relax enough to give good massages - if she had any massage clients, that is. When she drops by a pub one night, she discovers that income from helping tend bar, plus the presence of cute bartender Darius, give her the strength to heal again. But with a five hour round-trip commute, she's got to make a choice: keep her holistic health shop open, or drop everything to be with the one person who gives her the energy to keep going. Charlotte has a decision to make, but is too stressed to think. Can she save her business and keep the romance going? It's an impossible decision unless she can find some time to chill.

Outsmart Your Enemies. Outrun the Galaxy. “Just please, remember what I told you. Run. Don’t stop running for anything.” Tina never worries about being 'ordinary'--she doesn't have to, since she's known practically forever that she's not just Tina Mains, average teenager and beloved daughter. She's also the keeper of an interplanetary rescue beacon, and one day soon, it's going to activate, and then her dreams of saving all the worlds and adventuring among the stars will finally be possible. Tina's legacy, after all, is intergalactic--she is the hidden clone of a famed alien hero, left on Earth disguised as a human to give the universe another chance to defeat a terrible evil. But when the beacon activates, it turns out that Tina's destiny isn't quite what she expected. Things are far more dangerous than she ever assumed--and everyone in the galaxy is expecting her to actually be the brilliant tactician and legendary savior Captain Thaoh Argentian, but Tina....is just Tina. And the Royal Fleet is losing the war, badly--the starship that found her is on the run and they barely manage to escape Earth with the planet still intact. Luckily, Tina is surrounded by a crew she can trust, and her best friend Rachel, and she is still determined to save all the worlds. But first she'll have to save herself. Buckle up your seatbelt for this thrilling YA sci-fi adventure set against an intergalactic war from internationally bestselling author Charlie Jane Anders. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

The Angels are back, baby! —The original Angels, Jill, Kelly and Sabrina! Travel back to the swingin’ 70s, and revisit the butt-kicking, crime-fighting, mold-breaking lady detectives who took 70s TV by storm, ready to do the same to comics 40 years later! Break out your bell-bottoms, feather your hair, and jump back to a era of peanut-farmer presidents, gargantuan gas-guzzlers and foxy female detectives… for a globe-trotting adventure that’s simply too big and epic for the 70s-era boob tube. Written by elderly Eisner winner and solicitation-writing former-superstar John Layman, and with art by his scrappy but lovable youngster pal, Joe Eisma. This is one comic you DON’T DARE TO MISS!!!!

Paranormal meets practical as psychic Faye falls (literally) for construction worker Jasper, in this fun and sultry PNR novella! Despite being a skilled fortune teller, Faith is unable to predict what will become of her floundering occult shop, Faye’s Fortunes. Between apologizing to her disappointed business partner, struggling to pay the bills, and dealing with a surprise eviction from her apartment, she’s barely able to put one foot in front of the other, let alone predict a customer’s future. If she had any customers, that is! When she awkwardly stumbles over a sidewalk crack, the help of a friendly tradesman seems much more embarrassing than fated. Then his girlfriend showing up confirms for Faith that it was just another clumsy fall, not a sign. But when worlds start to collide and Faye’s Fortunes reveals a dark secret about Jasper’s relationship, will their fates prove to be destined, or doomed? Enjoy this sweet but sultry damsel in distress as she's caught in a love triangle, is oblivious to love, but gets her happily ever after! 🌶️

When first time homeowner Charlie moves into his new house, he expects he's left The Horror behind—the possibly demonic entity that haunted his dreams in his old apartment. Moving in the middle of a scorching Arizona summer with his cat, Tango, the place needs some redecorating, and maybe a few repairs, but the most important part is that it's his. While The Horror is no longer with him, it soon becomes clear that something else is. There are strange noises, things move around, and Tango senses something that Charlie can't see. But as he starts to fear that maybe The Horror did follow him here, he's very quickly relieved to learn that this place is haunted with its own ghost—and this ghost is a sexy, sultry man who is determined to protect Charlie from otherworldly terrors. As he grows closer—and more intimate—with this ghost, the edges of Charlie's reality begin to fray. Even when he realizes that this sexy ghost lover might have less than noble intentions, the claws may already be in too deep to escape. But with how the ghost pleasures him in ways no mere mortal can, he's not even sure he wants to save himself…

As Charlie's third summer at Saint Michael's Abbey and Home for Boys begins there is another mystery brewing in the air. Where there's smoke... Can Saint Michael's Abbey escape its past? Or will they be doomed to repeat it? Join Charlie and his friend Howard as they set out to silence the Sirens In The Night.

Charlie Kane's Saturday started out like any other Saturday; his favorite day of the week. That is until his mother asked him to gather clothes from the dryer. To his surprise, he found much more than laundry waiting for him. Charlie’s day of writing his magical story is interrupted by more than chores as he is stolen away into a world of fantasy, where he meets creatures and characters only found in the imagination. A world where he is a major player in the revival of magic and saving a land called Pulchritude Amity.

Mountain Lion Charlie was a real person. Those few who were fortunate to know him and those who heard hand-me-down tales romanced his deeds unnecessarily. Charlie’s truths are more than sufficient. A mountain of a man, his life began in the late eighteen hundreds and extended through almost three quarters of the twentieth century. His is far different from the typical mountain man tales. There is little typicalness in Charlie’s story. Born in the wilderness, raised in the wilderness like no other, he became truly one with its wild inhabitants, his beloved mountains and above all their spirit. His personal unique existence abounded in adventure. A walking legend in elusive solitude that from the continent-long Rockies to the majestic High Sierra, inhospitable deserts and badlands to inaccessible mountain tops he mysteriously came and went, rarely retracing his steps. Stride for stride, mile by mile no man’s moccasin prints ever trekked more land or blazed new trails. This is his story, from birth to his disappearance.

All Charlie Tickler wants is for his parents to listen. Charlie's parents have left him (again). This time they are off to South Africa to help giant golden moles. And Charlie? He's been dumped with his TV-obsessed grandparents. Lonely and curious, Charlie heads into the village of Castle-on-the-Hudson, where a frightened old woman gives him a desperate message-in sign language. When she suddenly disappears, Charlie is determined to find answers. All Francine (aka Frog) Castle wants is to be the world's greatest detective. Frog, who is Deaf, would rather be solving crimes than working at the Flying Hands Caf¿. When Charlie Tickler walks into the caf¿ looking for help, Frog jumps at the chance to tackle a real-life case. Together, Charlie and Frog set out to decipher a series of clues and uncover the truth behind the missing woman's mysterious message. Charlie needs to learn American Sign Language (fast) to keep up with quick-witted Frog. And Frog needs to gather her detective know-how (now) to break the case before it's too late. Discover the surprising ways people listen in debut author Karen Kane's page-turning mystery filled with humor, intrigue, and heartwarming friendships. Edgar Award Finalist for Best Middle Grade Mystery

Unveiling the Chronicles of Hardinton: Charlie's Story Welcome to Hardinton Village, a place where ancient magic hums beneath the surface and whispers fill the wind. Here, the Chronicles of Hardinton unfold, a tale woven with wonder, bravery, and the enduring spirit of a community. Journey with Charlie, a curious young wizard, as he delves into the village's mystical heritage. Alongside his spirited companions, Charlie confronts age-old secrets, untamed creatures, and the shadows threatening to engulf their beloved home. Uncover the wisdom of revered elders, their eyes holding the weight of generations. Witness the unwavering courage of guardians who stand against darkness, their magic a shield against encroaching danger. Experience the warmth of a vibrant village bustling with life. From the mischievous pranks of young apprentices to the comforting presence of friendly ghosts, the Chronicles of Hardinton capture the heart of a community bound by magic and tradition. But a darkness stirs. Ancient pacts teeter on the brink, and whispers of forgotten evils echo through the woods. Will the magic of Hardinton be enough to defend its people? Will Charlie and his friends unlock the village's deepest secrets in time? Embark on a captivating adventure in the Chronicles of Hardinton, where magic, friendship, and courage collide!