Friendship between women lasts forever, sometimes gently inspiring us beyond the grave. In this short story, a chance meeting at a retreat forges a relationship shortly before a harrowing time in Julie's life begins. It's what will happen afterward, after her death that makes the greatest impact, and the best legacy in Julie's memory.

Pam's shock at the sudden death of her husband is compounded by the discovery that her husband was different than he appeared and his secrets and betrayals were worse than she could have imagined.

What happens to their secrets when five friends who attend the University of Chicago move in together? Alison Saint decided she couldn’t tolerate dorm life any longer and rented a two-bedroom apartment in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood. She’s invited three friends to share the space in this introduction to the Girls in the City series. Edwin shows up later when Laura moves out. Edwin is just a random guy from school, but he soon falls in love with Alison who’s keeping a secret from her family, and once hers is out, he’ll be free to share his feelings. But he also has a secret he’s been carrying around since he was a teen. Laura, a criminal justice major, makes ends meet by taking cash from the guys she dates. Then, she finally learns who her birth father is and moves to Manhattan after college graduation to search for him. How much will her life change when she discovers he is one of the wealthiest men in the country? Joan has one goal after law school, and that’s to join the largest criminal defense firm in the Mid Atlantic as soon as she passes the bar. One misstep however, a deputy from the DA’s office in Philadelphia is in love with her and she’s worried being on opposite sides of the aisle might not be beneficial when it comes time to apply for that job. Will that be enough to stop her from falling for him? Samantha Karas, medical student, works at the local Greek bakery part time and when the owner’s brother comes from the old country, the chemistry between her and the older man is sizzling. The problem; a one nightstand which occurred months before has the potential be a tinderbox. Meet Alison Saint from the Saints of San Diego, Laura Long from Pam of Babylon, Samantha Karas from the Greektown Stories, and Joan Greenway from Bittersweets. Come along as five friends graduating from college embark on the next crazy stage of love and life.

15 intriguing Urban Fantasy tales. Written by wizards... intended for muggles. This collection of fresh voices features paranormal investigators and jazz-loving demons, dragons and the supernatural, gods in Chicago and killer clowns. Each author in this collection has a wealth of additional stories, meaning this is just the beginning. Pick it up now… and enter a new and fantastic world!

FIfteen amazing tales by authors who are out of this world! From the corridors of colossal starships bristling with advanced weaponry to the uncharted realms of alien worlds, these stories will thrust you into the heat of battle and the wonder of the unknown. Join valiant starfighter pilots in desperate dogfights against overwhelming odds, brave commanders navigating treacherous political landscapes, and relentless warriors who confront both alien foes and inner demons. Each tale in this anthology promises to grip your imagination and take you on a journey! Featuring master storytellers of science fiction, this is not just a collection of stories, but a gateway to the infinite possibilities and thrilling adventures that await beyond our world. This multi-author Sci-Fi anthology features 15 stories from masters of the genre: stories from writers who are soon to be among your favorites. The universe is vast, the battles are epic, and the stories are legendary. Are you ready to embark on the ultimate journey?

SO SIZZLING HOT, IT STEAMS!! What do you get when you mix a little friends-to-lovers, opposites attract, love at first sight, and small-town romance with a bit of medical drama, rock-and-roll action, and spellbinding suspense? You get a collection of STEAMY CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE reads that will make you crave the affection and attention as your own. A Limited Edition set from The Authors’ Billboard, SEVEN Steamy Contemporary Romances that will leave you a bit hot and bothered, begging for more! Grab a copy and see if these New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Authors have found your passion. Enjoy these authors and their titles: Stacy Eaton – Cured, Heal Me Series, Book 1: Can Love Cure a broken Soul? Suzanne Jenkins – Bittersweets: Terry Loves Alex: When Philadelphia lawyer Terry Kovac falls in love with Alex Hawthorn, she’s ready to give up everything, including her job. Callie Bardot – Crazy Love: When Dante rediscovers his long lost love in a tiger’s pen, the sharped-toothed cat will prove the least of his worries. Taylor Lee – The Rio Affair: The Dangerous Affairs Collection: The charming drug kingpin doesn’t realize the sultry woman he’s hot for is the indomitable and lethal undercover agent who’s come to Rio to take him down. Leanne Banks – Millionaire Dad: When millionaire Joe Caruthers rescues Marley Fuller in the snow, she rocks his world. Can they find forever love with a baby on the way after their passionate love affair? Rachelle Ayala – Intercepted by Love, #1: Opposites attract as a small-town librarian tackles the big city quarterback when their dogs tangle and stir up trouble. Ari Thatcher – His Wedding Date: The chance for a free weekend at a ski lodge gets complicated when hanging out with her sexy coworker is part of the deal.

When Jack dies, his wife and his two lovers discover his secret life... and each other. A gripping story about love and human nature - a compelling companion to Pam of Babylon The second book of the Pam of Babylon Series.

A beautiful life at the beach is marred when Jack has a heart attack on the train from Manhattan. His wife and two lovers discover secrets and lies, and each other. The first in the series of ten books and several short stories in a soap opera which follows Pam through each discovery. #2 Don't You Forget About Me -- #3 Dream Lover -- #4 Prayers for the Dying -- #5 Family Dynamics -- #6 The Tao of Pam -- #7 In Memoriam -- #8 Soulmates -- #9 Save the Date -- #10 I'll Always Love You. Free introductory short story on author's website.

In the French Quarter of New Orleans, the birth of a baby to a mentally ill woman marks the beginning of life for The Savant of Chelsea. An abusive childhood segues to the operating rooms of the largest medical center in New York as the gifted but unbalanced brain surgeon waits for just the right time to redeem her past. The horrific abuse and neglect of the protagonist eventually leads to the destruction of life. It is pure fiction, but the moral is that we truly reap what we sow. The reader will decide what happens after the climax. “The ending felt like a surprise…I realized how perfect was its O Henry-like irony. A mesmerizing read.”". You will see an amazingly wise and independent young girl grow into a puzzling woman genius who feels most comfortable being literally inside another's brain. You will wonder to yourself where this story could possibly go. Then as you continue on her journey with her, watch out!"Contains graphic descriptions of child abuse.

"As Christmastime approaches, the family prepares for another get-together in Greektown. New relationships blossom while old ones end during the most difficult time of the year. But as Jill and others discover, when one door closes, another opens, often with more wonderful opportunities"--Page 4 of cover.