These Black Queens are cooking up something special at the Muffin Top Bakery! Grab the complete series and save! Triple Dare -Bridgid wasn’t looking for love when she left her corporate job and returned to her small Texas hometown, but Momma is knocking on Heaven’s door, and someone has to manage the family business. Triple Bond -Regina never thought she needed a man to be happy… then Michael came. Except, he didn’t make her smile with joy. No, he made her furious. Triple Down -Trulia Grant left the big city to find herself. Instead, she found a man who helped her discover a whole new world…

Elise just wanted a job… She got so much more. Clayton Rose–who has more money than God and just hired Elise to be his daughter’s nanny–is super freakin’ fine. So so fine, like a smooth and tasty wine. And tasty is just the right word for him, because if it involves Elise’s mouth and Clayton, she’s all over it! And the fact that Clayton is a good man makes it really easy for Elise to fall for this white boy. But love is never really easy, right? Clayton’s ex-nanny walked off the job, but when she sees Elise and Clayton getting close, she’s not liking what she observes and is determined to break these two up. Except Elise has some baggage, too. Namely in the form of an ex-husband who refuses to let Elise be happy if he has anything to say about the situation. It’s up to Clayton and Elise to navigate the toxic minefield of exes and hoes to get to a happily ever after. Luckily they have Clayton’s cute daughter and their love to guide them along the way. Will it be enough?

Love can be bittersweet when you take it nibble by nibble… Just make sure you don’t break off more than you can chew. Bridgid wasn’t looking for love when she left her corporate job and returned to her small Texas hometown, but Momma is knocking on Heaven’s door, and someone has to manage the family business. Joel is only there to help with the final arrangements for their small grieving family, and offer counseling to Bridgid in her time of loss. His heart was never on the table. There’s just one problem. She’s falling in love with him. For a girl who has her eyes set on the bright lights and fast pace of the big city, giving your heart to someone who won’t leave their small town is definitely a problem. No matter if Joel is a good, decent, honest man that she can picture herself with forever... Now something’s cooking in the kitchen, and it’s piping hot—don’t burn your mouth as you sink your teeth into a romance so sweet… It has to take place in a bakery.

Regina never thought she needed a man to be happy… then Michael came. Except, he didn’t make her smile with joy. No, he made her furious. Sure, Regina has always been a bit stubborn and independent. That's what makes her such a good lawyer. But now she’s in a bind because she has to resolve her mother’s estate and, for the first time, she needs some help. She caves, puts her ego aside, and reluctantly asks for assistance… And gets Michael Pickett. Seriously? Did it have to be him? Sure, he’s a brilliant attorney with a body to die for. And yeah, he definitely fills out a suit in the most delicious ways, but… he’s the most stubborn and independent person she’s ever met since… She’s looked in the mirror! That’s right. He’s a male version of Regina—the two of them constantly at odds until they realize one simple thing: Sure, they hate each other with a fiery burning passion. But… They might also love each other with that same intensity.

New historical fiction from a Newbery Honor–winning author about how middle schooler Ariel Goldberg's life changes when her big sister elopes following the 1967 Loving v. Virginia decision, and she's forced to grapple with both her family's prejudice and the antisemitism she experiences, as she defines her own beliefs. Cover may vary. Twelve-year-old Ariel Goldberg's life feels like the moment after the final guest leaves the party. Her family's Jewish bakery runs into financial trouble, and her older sister has eloped with a young man from India following the Supreme Court decision that strikes down laws banning interracial marriage. As change becomes Ariel's only constant, she's left to hone something that will be with her always--her own voice.

He’s tormented by dark addictions. She’s fighting for a lifelong dream. Can they rise from the ashes of despair and find happily ever after? Mikel Evans is broken. With all his attention focused on dealing with blackmail and a drug dependency, his day-to-day is barely survivable. So when he reflexively steps up to defend his best friend’s little sister, he’s blindsided when she leans in for a kiss. Remy Stone is done bottling up her emotions. And now that she’s finally caught Mikel’s eye, she’s determined to pursue the relationship despite the red flags. But when his violent past lands her in the hospital and reveals her own hidden truth, Remy’s resolve falters. Trapped in a vicious cycle of temptation and relapse, Mikel knows the only way out is to bare his soul of its twisted secrets. And though Remy wants him with all her heart, she fears his demons will always come between them. Can the embattled couple defeat the monsters that threaten their love? A Fallen Star is the emotional first book in the completed Shattered Cove romance series. If you like steamy relationships, damaged heroes, and stories of second chances, then you’ll adore A. M. Kusi’s gritty tale. Buy A Fallen Star to shoot for the heavens today! *** Completed series. No cheating. HEA guaranteed.*** ---------- Keywords related to this contemporary romance novel: Romance series starters, completed romance series, second chance romance, bwwm romance book, bwwm, contemporary romance novel, black woman white man romance, interracial romance books, multicultural romance books, best friends sister romance, second chances romance, strong female lead, virgin romance bwwm, strong women, beach reads, strong heroine, wmbw romance, small town romance, interracial romance books, romance ebook, white man black woman interracial romance, IR romance books, addiction romance, contemporary romance series, wmbw, romance series book 1, African American romance, ir, IR romance books, romance novels to read, love story, love story books, interracial relationship, tortured hero romance, best friend little sister bwwm, brothers best friend romance bwwm, secret baby romance books, small town romance series, romance book with secret baby, shattered cove series, new adult romance books, new adult romance, bwwm romance books, bwwm interracial romance, freebie romance, freebies, freebie books, romance books free, second chance romance free, romance stories, adult romance novels, romance stories, books romance free, romance novels steamy, steamy romance books, free steamy romance books, romance novels to read, romance fiction, romance free books, romance free full books, bwwm free, free romantic fiction, romance fiction books, romance fiction, African American romance free, free contemporary romance books,

Now a limited Netflix series starring Zoe Saldana! This Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick and New York Times bestseller is “a captivating story of love lost and found” (Kirkus Reviews) set in the lush Sicilian countryside, where one woman discovers the healing powers of food, family, and unexpected grace in her darkest hours. It was love at first sight when actress Tembi met professional chef, Saro, on a street in Florence. There was just one problem: Saro’s traditional Sicilian family did not approve of his marrying a black American woman. However, the couple, heartbroken but undeterred, forged on. They built a happy life in Los Angeles, with fulfilling careers, deep friendships, and the love of their lives: a baby girl they adopted at birth. Eventually, they reconciled with Saro’s family just as he faced a formidable cancer that would consume all their dreams. From Scratch chronicles three summers Tembi spends in Sicily with her daughter, Zoela, as she begins to piece together a life without her husband in his tiny hometown hamlet of farmers. Where once Tembi was estranged from Saro’s family, now she finds solace and nourishment—literally and spiritually—at her mother-in-law’s table. In the Sicilian countryside, she discovers the healing gifts of simple fresh food, the embrace of a close knit community, and timeless traditions and wisdom that light a path forward. All along the way she reflects on her and Saro’s romance—an incredible love story that leaps off the pages. In Sicily, it is said that every story begins with a marriage or a death—in Tembi Locke’s case, it is both. “Locke’s raw and heartfelt memoir will uplift readers suffering from the loss of their own loved ones” (Publishers Weekly), but her story is also about love, finding a home, and chasing flavor as an act of remembrance. From Scratch is for anyone who has dared to reach for big love, fought for what mattered most, and those who needed a powerful reminder that life is...delicious.

Eleven lovelorn singletons. Eleven tales of Cupid, catastrophe, and maybe more...These characters have had it with love--or, if not with that, with Valentine's Day. But no matter how they fight it, Cupid refuses to relent. From struggling singles to secret crushes to enemies turned much, much more, these lightning strikes of love will add a spark of hope to your holiday. Worst Valentine's Day Ever flips the script on lonely hearts who seem destined for Valentine's disaster. If you like laugh-out-loud rom-coms, terrible dates gone right, and gorgeous happily-ever-afters, then you'll love this adorable collection. It ain't all hearts and roses; but these tales of triumph will find your faith in Valentine's Day--and your faith in love--restored. The Worst Day Ever SeriesThe Worst Day Ever Series collects tales of hilarity, hope and survival for characters facing classically-stressful situations. From not-so-happy holidays to doomed-to-be-a-disaster predicaments, they find the love they need to get them through. This series is proud to feature characters from diverse backgrounds, #ownvoices authors, and a range of romantic themes: contemporary to paranormal, cis/hetero to LGBTQ+, sweet to steamy, body-positive, neurodiverse, interracial/multicultural, and more.

When five New Yorkers receive an anonymous, mysterious invitation to the Fifth Avenue Story Society, they suspect they’re victims of a practical joke. No one knows who sent the invitations or why. No one has heard of the literary society. And no one is prepared to reveal their deepest secrets to a roomful of strangers. Executive assistant Lexa is eager for a much-deserved promotion, but her boss is determined to keep her underemployed. Literature professor Jett is dealing with a broken heart, as well as a nagging suspicion his literary idol, Gordon Phipps Roth, might be a fraud. Uber driver Chuck just wants a second chance with his kids. Aging widower Ed is eager to write the true story of his incredible marriage. Coral, queen of the cosmetics industry, has broken her engagement and is on the verge of losing her great grandmother’s multimillion-dollar empire. Yet curiosity and loneliness bring them back week after week to the old library. And it’s there they discover the stories of their hearts, and the kind of friendship and love that heals their souls. Sweet, contemporary stand-alone novel Book length: approximately 100,000 words Includes discussion questions for book clubs

“For those of you pondering the question of whether to teach or not, this book will help you figure out whether teaching is for you. For those of you already in the classroom, it can inspire you to remember why you chose to teach in the first place.” —From the Foreword bySonia Nieto, Professor Emerita, University of Massachusetts, Amherst and author ofWhy We TeachandWhat Keeps Teachers Going? “To Teachprovides a wealth of tips, lessons, approaches, and ways to think about thinking. But it also provides a sense of the calling to teach. That is why we need today books like this one, to remind us of why teaching matters.” —From the Afterword byMike Rose, UCLA Graduate School of Education and Information Studies To Teachis the now-classic story of one teacher’s odyssey into the ethical and intellectual heart of teaching. For almost two decades, it has inspired teachers across the country to follow their own path, face their own challenges, and become the teachers they long to be. Since the second edition, there have been dramatic shifts to the educational landscape: the rise and fall of NCLB, major federal intervention in education, the Seattle and Louisville Supreme Court decisions, the unprecedented involvement of philanthropic organizations and big city mayors in school reform, the financial crisis, and much more. This newThird Editionis essential reading amidst today’s public policy debates and school reform initiatives that stress the importance of “good teaching.” To help bring this popular story to a new generation of teachers, Teachers College Press is publishing an exciting companion volume:To Teach: The Journey, in Comics. In this graphic novel, Ayers and talented young artist Ryan Alexander-Tanner bring the celebrated memoir to life. TheThird EditionofTo Teach, paired with the new graphic novel, offers a unique teaching and learning experience that broadens and deepens our understanding of what teaching can be. Together, these resources will capture the imaginations of pre- and in-service teachers who are ready to follow their own Yellow Brick Roads. TheThird EditionofTo Teachoffers today’s teachers: Inspiration to help them reconnect with their highest aspirations and hopes. A practical guide to teaching as a moral practice. An antidote to teaching as a linear, connect-the-dots enterprise. A study guide that is available on-line at tcpress.com. William Ayersis a school reform activist and Distinguished Professor and Senior University Scholar at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Praise for the Second Edition! "An imaginative, elegant, and inspiring book... essential reading for anyone who believes that teachers can change lives."—Michèle Foster, Claremont Graduate University “To Teachis one of the few books about teaching that does not disappoint.” —From the Foreword byGloria Ladson-Billings, University of Wisconsin–Madison “William Ayers creates a wise and beautiful account of what teaching is and might be.... He leaves us with fresh awareness of what the teaching project signifies. He provokes us, each in our own fashion, to move further in our own quests.” —Maxine Greene, Teachers College, Columbia University “No one since John Holt has written so thoughtfully about the things that actually happen in the classroom. Ayers has been there and he knows, and he shares what he has learned with tremendous sensitivity. The book, I’m sure, will be required reading in every school in the nation.” —Jonathan Kozol “Bill Ayers speaks as teacher, parent, and student: as compassionate observer and passionate advocate of his three sons and of all of our children. What is unique is the way in which the personal and professional merge seamlessly.... Ayers is a wonderful story teller.” —Herbert Kohl “Ayers’s riveting description of his unfolding journey as a teacher will be a helpful guide to teachers at all stages of their careers.”