Planning a wedding has its problems. Especially when your fiance is a genie.Laura Muldoon is getting married to the man of her dreams. There's only one hiccup. He's a disenchanted genie whose family doesn't yet know of his predicament. As the in-laws begin arriving, Laura's life is turned completely upside down and she begins to question whether she has what it takes to hold her own in a family of magical beings. Leo Codona can't bring himself to regret for one moment granting the wish which caused his disenchantment. But it's hard for his mother to understand why he was so willing to give up everything he'd had before. Tensions rise between her and Leo's bride and before he knows, Leo is caught in the middle where he has everything to lose. How can he convince Laura that being married to a genie can be everything she could ever hope for?A fun, light-hearted romantic novella, How to Marry a Genie is sure to bring a smile to your face and make you believe in the power of a wish.

The rich have to marry someone...why not you? Now the world's one and only "Marry Rich consultant reveals her secrets in a detailed, step-by-step plan for meeting and marrying money. It's unique, it's outrageous...and it works! Stop dreaming about a life of luxury and love...do what it takes to achieve the life you desire! Learn: *What to say...and what not to say *Where the rich are--and how to make them notice you *How to look like a million--and attract someone who has a million! *The secret "clues" that signal wealth *How to develop your relationship successfully--all the way to the altar *and much more!

A step-by-step guide for crafting a standout synopsis. With special focus on romance, learn how to construct an engaging and fresh synopsis that contains all vital information while hooking the reader, maintaining tension and emotion. The Simply Synopsis strategy will help analyze your story, allowing you to extract the key elements to include, whilst guiding you on how to determine what plot points and events to leave out. It helps formulate the building blocks of the synopsis – the orientation, the major turning points, the resolution and the conclusion – and then demonstrates how to structure these paragraphs before piecing them together in a way that is engaging and exciting for the reader. It covers tone, vocabulary, point of view and pacing. It looks at backstory – how and where does this fit into a synopsis? Secondary characters and secondary plots – yes or no? World-building – how much is enough? The Simply Synopsis strategy is simple and straightforward, a step-by-step process that makes the daunting task of synopsis creation much less daunting.

The Insightful Marriage is an essential read for anyone who wants to beat the odds and actually be happily married. Full of indispensable tips, informative couple’s stories, clarifying examples, skills building “quick-check” self-assessments and valuable self-help exercises that turn insight into sound marriage practice, this book will lead you to an insightful awareness of why marriage can be so hard and what you really have to do to be happily married. Based on over 30 years of clinical practice and demonstrated success with couples, The Insightful Marriage spells out, in a very approachable and often entertaining way, the truth about marriage and passion and details what it truly takes to keep or rekindle love. By tackling the underlying problems of marriage head-on, this book takes you beyond the superficial so that these core problems do not become your problems. So whether you want to learn about marriage going in, move your marriage out of difficult times, or prepare yourself for another try, the unique, “road tested” approach outlined in The Insightful Marriage will guide you and your partner to a happy lifetime together.

This book lets the genie out of the bottle and puts you firmly in the driving seat of your own destiny. It's impossible to marry Emma Watson right? Wrong. It's in all of us. As long as we have breath in our body we can marry her. Unfortunately what tends to happen is that when the moment comes, we mess it up and the guy with the tighter game gets her. That's all it is. The book reduces a seemingly un-climbable mountain into a bunch of insignificant foot hills. The book takes the reader from just the desire to have a wife like Emma, to actually marrying her and then divorce proofing the marriage. It's an easy to follow step by step unbeatable formula. Each chapter shows you how to prepare yourself mentally, financially and physically for a wife like Emma. The technique examples short circuit the defence mechanisms of beautiful girls and ensure success. It really doesn't matter what you look like, your age, your physical fitness or wealth, the key secrets, words and powerful lines will make her yours. The book will actually change the game. Before this book, it was the women that chose, the men were just left bewildered and dejected, trying to make sense of the rejection. The book not only redresses the balance but puts the choice firmly back in the hands of the reader. The book decodes how attraction works, showing you how to find her, sort the "wheat from the chaff" and make her fall in love with you.Whether you get her is no longer in doubt.

Nerd Turned Hunk Genie Hill was flabbergasted. If this guy was really Alex Dalton, where was his pocket protector? And what was with the motorcycle…and the muscles? Somehow, a wimpy teenage algebra whiz had become a strapping, sexy CEO! Prom Queen Turned Schoolmarm Once Alex would have sold his soul to kiss Genie Hill. Now his former "dream girl" was a prim third-grade teacher—and the nerd she'd rejected was back for revenge. Step one was to seduce Genie. But step two sure wasn't to marry her!

Named one of Booklist's Top 101 Romances of the Last 10 Years! "This entertaining novel is a diamond of the first order." – Booklist STARRED review Miss Eugenia Talbot committed the grave faux pas of laughing in front of Her Majesty, if she doesn't marry at once, she may never marry at all. William Grant got her into this mess, but their ideas on how to get her out of it may differ... Miss Eugenia Talbot's presentation to the queen is spoiled by a serious faux pas?the despicable William Grant made her laugh, right in front of Her Majesty. Now Eugenia is ruined and had better marry?someone, anyone?at once... Roguish William Grant has never taken anything seriously in his life. Until he meets Eugenia Talbot, who makes him feel and do things he never thought he would. Now Eugenia's great sense of humor and kindheartedness may be her undoing, unless William can help her find a husband. To his surprise, that's the last thing he wants to do... A witty and suspenseful historical romance, fans of Sabrina Jeffries, Julia Quinn and Stephanie Laurens will love the antics and intrigues of Miss Eugenia Talbot. Marriage Mart Series: A Wedding in Springtime (Book 1) – A Booklist Top Romance of the last 10 years! A Midsummer Bride (Book 2) – A witty, suspenseful Regency romance A Winter Wedding (Book 3) – A terrifically fun Regency romance of spies and brides What readers are saying about A Wedding in Springtime: "historical romance at its finest!" "a delightful Regency romp with a touch of humor, passion, and mystery." "The mystery and suspense she tangles in with the romance was like a cherry on a sundae!" "A truly delightful story full of humor" "simply delightful with storytelling filled with charm, heart and a good dose of addictive fun." What reviewers are saying about A Wedding in Springtime: "a must-read." - Publishers Weekly "...a warm, humorous jaunt through Regency England-and she delivers with a cast of engaging characters and delightful intrigue." - RT Book Reviews "Amanda Forester gives us likable characters, snappy dialog, and sweet, sweet romance." - Drey's Library "To every Historical Romance lover, or just Romance lovers, this book is a must-try and should be on your TBR pile!" - Proserpine Craving Books What everyone is saying about Amanda Forester: "Unforgettable, entertaining, and well worth the read."-Romance Fiction Suite 101, on True Highland Spirit "Elegant writing...beautifully written dialogue and attention to detail. Enthusiasts of historical romance will undoubtedly enjoy this."-Long and Short of It Reviews, on The Highlander's Heart

Using children's and young adult literature is a great way to enhance a variety of college classes in fields as varied as biology, computer game development, political science and history. This collection of new essays by educators from a number of disciplines describes how to use such works as Where the Wild Things Are, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, Swamp Thing, Percy Jackson, and Harry Potter to introduce complex concepts and spark interest in difficult subjects. The contributors describe innovative teaching strategies using dystopian fiction, graphic narratives, fairy tales and mythology. Often overlooked or dismissed by teachers, children's literature can support student learning by raising levels of academic rigor, creativity and critical thinking.

Named a Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2012 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes keeps winning reader awards for her gorgeously imagined books. If you're already a fan, you'll devour her new characters and if you haven't yet discovered the richly drawn worlds of Grace Burrowes, you're in for a treat.... "Memorable heroes. Intelligent, sensual love stories. This author knows what romance readers adore."—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars His Family or His Heart — One of Them Will Be Betrayed... Ian MacGregor is wooing a woman who's wrong for him in every way. As the new Earl of Balfour, though, he must marry an English heiress to repair the family fortunes. But in his intended's penniless chaperone, Augusta, Ian is finding everything he's ever wanted in a wife. "Historical details enrich Burrowes's intimate and erotic story, but the real stars are her vibrant characters and her masterful ear for dialogue. Burrowes is superb at creating connections that feel honest and real."—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review