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Secrets of Success: The Quirks and Superstitions of the Rich and Famous
by Charlie CrokerDid you know that Beethoven made every cup of coffee with exactly 60 beans?Or that Shirley Temple always had precisely 56 curls in her hair?Or that the young Frank Sinatra practised underwater swimming as a way of developing his ability to hold long breaths?In Secrets of Success, Charlie Croker brings his proven blend of gripping trivia and incisive humour to the question of how famous high achievers reached those heights. We’ll see Chopin sleeping with wedges between his fingers to increase their span, learn how P.G. Wodehouse reminded himself which pages of a manuscript still needed work, and find out why Thomas Edison chose his research assistants on the basis of their soup-eating habits.This revealing and entertaining book provides countless glimpses into the methods – and sometimes madness – of the world’s most famous figures. From ancient Egypt to the modern day, you’re about to learn the secrets of their success . . .
Secrets of a Bollywood Marriage
by Susanna CarrAfter the glitter settles... Tina Sharma and Dev Arjun''s whirlwind romance made them Bollywood royalty, but beneath the glitz and glamour there''s trouble-Tina is about to demand a divorce! But Dev won''t give in without a fight, so he proposes a deal: play the dutiful wife for two months, then he''ll let her go. Tina is furious! He clearly regrets their shotgun wedding, so why stay together a day longer? But it isn''t the days she should be worried about.... As Dev turns up the heat, Tina may just find herself wishing for a lifetime of pleasure with her devilishly delicious husband!
Secrets of a Powerful Man (The Bond of Brothers #2)
by Chantelle ShawWhen a single father hires a therapist for his daughter, she uncovers his wounded heart—and his secret past—in the USA Today–bestselling author’s romance.Salvatore Castallano is haunted by the accident that left a blank in his memory. His young daughter is the one bright light in his dark existence and he’ll do anything for her . . . Even if that means moving a delicious temptation under his roof!Darcy Rivers can’t refuse Salvatore’s proposal. Unemployed and fleeing the memories of her recent divorce, time in the grand Torre d’Aquilla castle may be just what she needs. But the closer she gets to this powerful man, the closer he gets to uncovering her secrets!
Secrets of a Proper Lady (Last Man Standing #3)
by Victoria AlexanderThe delicious series about four men desperately trying to avoid matrimony continues—from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of What a Lady Wants.Lady Cordelia Bannister simply cannot marry a man she has not chosen herself, no matter what her father decrees. So, pretending to be her own companion, she decides to seek out information about her intended by meeting with his secretary—a man who soon beguiles her. But Lady Cordelia doesn’t know the truth—the man she can’t resist is really her intended, Daniel Sinclair.Daniel has nearly won the wager he made with three of London’s most eligible bachelors. While two of his compatriots have surrendered to the shackles of marriage, he’s remained free to woo any woman he chooses. Yet duty forces him to consider Lady Cordelia, so, determined to find a way to escape honor intact, he continues the masquerade he started.Each finds the other completely irresistible, but when they uncover their mutual mistaken identities, Daniel and Cordelia must make the most important choice of all . . .“A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy chockfull of witty dialogue, sensual romance and enough twist and turns to keep readers thoroughly entertained.” —Fresh Fiction“Alexander knows what her romance readers want—charming characters, sharp banter, missed connections and a happy ending—and delivers with gusto.” —Publishers Weekly
Secrets of a Rebel Rock Star (The Watterson Series #3)
by Nat AmooreA story for music lovers about true friendship and finding your own beat. Without music, the world is just blah. That&’s Mac&’s take on life, anyway. His mum thinks rock is the only music worth listening to, but Mac is a secret musical lover. When he discovers an underground society for students who love musicals, he can finally be himself and make real friends. When he overhears the arts programme at Watterson Primary school is being closed down, Mac and his new friends decide they can&’t let that happen. It's time for Watterson: The Musical!
Secrets of a Schoolyard Millionaire
by Nat Amoore&‘Laughs, family, friendships and a thrilling adventure – Secrets of a Schoolyard Millionaire has it all.&’ Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G. &‘Fast-paced, clever and completely hilarious with the BEST cast of characters... LOVE IT TO BITS.&’ Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of Dosh Finding a million dollars in your back garden – every kid&’s dream, right? That&’s what me and my best friend Toby thought too. Bouncy castles at school. Sweets for our adoring fans. Wearing sunglasses indoors (&’cos that&’s what all the millionaires do). There&’s a lot you can get with a million dollars . . . including a whole lot of trouble. Bonus tips on how to be a schoolyard millionaire inside!
Secrets of a Schoolyard Millionaire
by Nat Amoore&‘Laughs, family, friendships and a thrilling adventure – Secrets of a Schoolyard Millionaire has it all.&’ Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G. &‘Fast-paced, clever and completely hilarious with the BEST cast of characters... LOVE IT TO BITS.&’ Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of Dosh10-year-old Tess is a born entrepreneur. She just needs to come up with the perfect money-making scheme. Then she finds a million quid buried in her back garden. Never mind where the money came from – Tess and her best friend Toby know exactly how to spend it. But, as it turns out, spending a million isn&’t that easy when you&’re a kid. Cue bouncy castles, sweets, scheming and a whole lot of trouble…Features bonus tips on how to become a schoolyard millionaire inside!
Secrets of a Stingy Scoundrel: 100 Dirty Little Money-Grubbing Secrets
by Phil VillarrealPhil Villarreal is not a Harvard MBA or a professional financial advisor or a talking head on a cable television network focusing on business, but he can change your financial life-if you are willing to move into the gray areas of money and ethics. His advice is as funny as it is useful as it is a little bit evil. Instead of playing straight and saving money by cutting back on things you need or want, Secrets of a Stingy Scoundrel has a better plan to save money by working the system and sticking it to "the man." Here's how to get free Internet service, never pay for ketchup and plastic straws, get refunds on already opened DVDs, clothe yourself using free swag from credit card promotions, benefit from the bonanza that is the garbage thrown out by college kids, how to get in free to sporting events, score free on-demand movies in hotels, and more! Hilarious, tongue-in-cheek, and sardonically practical, this is the book for everyone who loves rule-bending, loophole-exploiting, money-saving madness. In this economy, it's every man for himself and dog-eat-dog-and this book can help.
Secrets of an Undercover Activist
by Nat AmooreEnvironment Award for Children's Literature Winner &‘Engaging, entertaining, vocabulary-enhancing and empowering.&’ Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G. &‘A charming and funny book, but also an important one.&’ Anthony McGowan, author of Lark &‘Wildly funny and eye-opening.&’ Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of Dosh The outrageous story of three best friends, one greedy mayor and a whole lot of pranking Casey Wu tries to stay out of the spotlight, which is why no one would suspect her of being the mastermind behind a string of attention-grabbing stunts. Together with best friends Zeke and Cookie, she is part of Green Peas – a secret activist organisation designed to make adults sit up and pay attention to important environmental issues. But when the three young activists get wind of a major cover up in their town, things really start to get serious. It&’s time for Green Peas to stage their biggest prank yet. But will they be able to pull it off?
Secrets of an Undercover Activist
by Nat AmooreEnvironment Award for Children's Literature Winner &‘Engaging, entertaining, vocabulary-enhancing and empowering.&’ Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G. &‘A charming and funny book, but also an important one.&’ Anthony McGowan, author of Lark &‘Wildly funny and eye-opening.&’ Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of Dosh The outrageous story of three best friends, one greedy mayor and a whole lot of pranking Casey Wu tries to stay out of the spotlight, which is why no one would suspect her of being the mastermind behind a string of attention-grabbing stunts. Together with best friends Zeke and Cookie, she is part of Green Peas – a secret activist organisation designed to make adults sit up and pay attention to important environmental issues. But when the three young activists get wind of a major cover up in their town, things really start to get serious. It&’s time for Green Peas to stage their biggest prank yet. But will they be able to pull it off?
Secrets of the GS Ball (Pokémon Chapter Books)
by Jennifer Johnson Jennifer L. JohnsonCatch this action-packed adventure about Ash, Pikachu, and their friends! This chapter book features classic characters featured on Netflix and in Pokémon Go.Ash heads to Azalea Town to battle for the Hive Badge. But first he has to finish a top-secret mission for Professor Oak. The mysteries of the GS Ball are about to be revealed -- or are they? Along the way, Brock catches a new Pokémon and Team Rocket messes things up again. Then Ash finally faces off for his second Johto League badge. Will he squish Bugsy's swarm of Bug-type Pokémon? Or will he suffer the sting of defeat? This chapter book is based on a thrilling storyline from the top-rated animated series now on Netflix. Black-and-white illustrations throughout.
Secrets, Lies, and Champagne Highs
by Jeanette HubbardComedy begins with a botched suicide and ends with a barn burning. Claudie O'Brien has driven to her favorite spot on the Metolius River in Central Oregon. She is armed with some very nice Champagne and a boatload of Percocet. But her best laid plans of checking out are thwarted by Peter, a laid off vice-principal working as a tow-truck driver. She comes to live in the converted garage that Peter's wife Chrystal has renovated. This doesn't please Mrs. Fowler, the noisy neighbor across the street who has problems of her own in the form of her meth-cooking son Marty. Chrystal is soon distracted by the handsome older spiritual guru who has breezed into town with plans to build a "transformational" retreat in the woods. He endeavors to help Chrystal clear her seven chakras in his luxurious suite at the Six Firs Resort. One person in town knows that he is a fraud... and she's living in Chrystal's converted garage. How will Claudie reconcile herself to her new life, straighten out the mess in Chrystal and Peter's life, and bring about the comeuppance to the husband who walked out on her 40 years ago?
Securing the Greek's Legacy
by Julia JamesThe only solution to both their problems? Lyn Brandon put her life on hold to protect and keep her beloved orphaned nephew. So when rich, powerful and gorgeous Anatole Telonides arrives demanding the child's return to his Greek family, the blood freezes in Lyn's veins...even as her pulse starts racing. Anatole has spent his life building his family's empire. Now to secure its legacy he must get the beautiful Lyn to agree to his command. It should be easy, but Lyn is clearly more than the shrinking violet she seems. Her steely resistance entices him to make the ultimate sacrifice...marriage!
Security Is a Thumb and a Blanket (Peanuts)
by Charles M. SchulzA reissue of a Peanuts classic gift book in its original format featuring Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang as they teach us that comfort can be having someone to lean on, or even just a thumb and blanket.Security is hearing your mother in the kitchen when you come home from school. First published in 1963, this classic Peanuts book features bits of wisdom on every page about finding comfort in the little things around us. Includes Schulz's original drawings of our favorite characters such as Charlie Brown, Linus Van Pelt, Sally Brown, and more. And while this book won't break bad habits like thumb sucking, it is the perfect gift for anyone who could use a little extra happiness in their lives.
Sedating Elaine
by Dawn WinterAn exuberant black comedy about love, grief, sex, guilt, and one woman's harebrained scheme to tranquilize her voraciously amorous girlfriend for a few days so that she might pay off her drug dealer, make soup, and finally get some peace and quiet.Frances was not looking for a relationship when she met Elaine in a bar. She was, in fact, looking to drown her sorrows in a pint or twelve and nurse a broken heart, shattered by the gorgeous, electric Adrienne. But somehow (it involved a steady stream of beer and weed, as things often did with Frances) Elaine ended up in Frances's bed and never left.Now, faced with mounting pressure from her drug dealer, Dom (and his goon, Betty), Frances comes up with a terrible idea: For the rent money, she asks Elaine to move in with her for real. Unfortunately, this seemingly romantic overture makes Elaine even more sex-crazed and maniacal with love. Frances fears she may never escape the relationship, so, given no choice, she makes the obvious decision: She will sedate Elaine.A story as enthusiastically madcap and funny as it is smart and emotionally surprising, Sedating Elaine introduces a roster of unforgettable characters and an indelible, wildly exciting new voice in fiction.
Sedating Elaine: A novel
by Dawn WinterAn exuberant dark comedy about love, grief, sex, guilt, and one woman&’s harebrained scheme to tranquilize her voraciously amorous girlfriend for a few days so that she might pay off her drug dealer, make soup, and finally get some peace and quiet. "A brilliantly quirky, surreally funny story.... An intriguingly headstrong yet vulnerable character with an astonishing talent for making the worst possible life-decisions." —Sarah Haywood, best-selling author of The CactusFrances was not looking for a relationship when she met Elaine in a bar. She was, in fact, looking to drown her sorrows in a pint or twelve and nurse a broken heart, shattered by the gorgeous, electric Adrienne. But somehow (it involved a steady stream of beer and weed, as things often did with Frances) Elaine ended up in Frances&’s bed and never left. Now, faced with mounting pressure from her drug dealer, Dom (and his goon, Betty), Frances comes up with a terrible idea: She asks Elaine to move in with her for real. Unfortunately, this seemingly romantic overture makes Elaine even more sex-crazed and maniacal with love. Frances fears she may never escape the relationship, so, given no choice, she makes the obvious decision: She will sedate Elaine. A story as enthusiastically madcap and funny as it is smart and emotionally surprising, Sedating Elaine introduces a roster of unforgettable characters and an indelible, wildly exciting new voice in fiction.
Seduce Me (Austin Singles #1)
by Kelly ElliottFrom bestselling author Kelly Elliott comes the first book in a brand new series, the Austin Singles.What happens when you're forced to seduce the one person you vowed never to love? You get screwed . . . in more than one way. I walked out of Tucker Middleton's bedroom seven years ago, leaving him hurt and angry. Now I need his help; the only way I can get it is to make him think I want him back. The only problem is we have silently vowed to hate one another for the rest of our lives. In order to get Tucker to help me - I have to seduce him. Easy, right? Hell yes! I'm the CEO of CMI Consulting. If I set my mind to something, I make it happen. --Charleston Monroe is playing me for a fool. If she believes for one second I'm going to let her walk into my life to help her save the very job that ripped her away from me, she's got another thing coming. She thinks she can seduce me, and I let her believe she can. After all, I'm getting what I've always wanted.Her.Praise for Seduce Me'I adored every minute of this vibrant, steamy and emotional push-and-pull romance' Happy Ever After'A rollercoaster of a second chance, frenemies to lovers story' Harlequin Junkie'I loved every single moment . . . It was fun. It was sexy and full of steam. And I just can not wait for more' Once Upon A Book Blog'Without a doubt, Seduce Me is the perfect introduction to the Austin Singles series . . . I would highly recommend picking it up' Jackie's Book World
Seduced by a Pirate (A\fairy Tales Novella Ser.)
by Eloisa James'Nothing gets me to a bookstore faster than Eloisa James' - Julia QuinnA swash-buckling flight of fancy from the queen of Regency romance, Eloisa James.Sir Griffin Barry leapt out of the bedchamber window at age seventeen after a very disappointing wedding night, drank a bit too much at the pub and woke to find that he'd joined the crew of a pirate ship! Years later, he has become one of the most feared pirates on the high seas, piloting the Flying Poppy, a ship he named after the wife whom he fondly (if vaguely) remembers. What happens when a pirate decides to come home to his wife - if she is his wife - given that the marriage was never consummated? And what happens when that pirate strolls through his front door and is met by . . . well, that's a surprise!'Eloisa James is extraordinary' - Lisa Kleypas'Romance writing does not get much better than this' - People
Seduced by the Powerful Boss
by Penny JordanRe-read this classic romance by New York Times bestselling author PennyJordan, originally published as Special Treatment in 1988Susannah is proud of her successful career as a magazine writer. But the new boss—dynamic Hazard Maine—is convinced she's cheating her way to the top.The last thing Susannah needs is this burning longing for her devilishly charming, andterribly arrogant boss. She'll do anything to distract herself from the attraction shefeels—even allow him to believe the worst!But now that she's got Hazard's attention, this powerful tycoon isn't going to letSusannah out of his sight—not until they act on the undeniable chemistry betweenthem!
Seduced by the Sultan: Seduced By The Sultan Secrets Of A Bollywood Marriage What The Greek's Money Can't Buy The Sicilian's Unexpected Duty (Desert Men of Qurhah #3)
by Sharon KendrickWhat this sultan wants, he gets! Catrin Thomas was an ordinary girl from the Welsh valleys when she was swept into a steamy affair with sexy Murat, a desert sultan! But when she discovers his aides are brokering a marriage to a suitable virgin bride, she leaves, heartbroken. With an entire kingdom at his command, Murat's furious that Catrin is the one person to defy him-whatever she thinks, she will be by his side again. Only, Murat will find this Catrin isn't the sweet, amenable plaything of before-but a formidable woman! Smart, feisty and tantalizing him at every turn...
Seduced by the Wealthy Playboy (The Garrisons #1813)
by Sara OrwigUnless Brittany Garrison came up withcold hard cash right away, she'd lose herbeloved restaurant. So when handsomemillionaire Emilio Jefferies offered her anirresistible proposition, Brittany signedon the dotted line and sealed the dealwith a kiss-unaware of the family feudbetween the Jefferies and the Garrisons.Or Emilio's cruel intentions.Emilio hadn't expected the takeover-business and body-of Brittany Garrison to be so easy. But he also didn't counton Brittany owning a part of him.
Seducing Mr. Knightly (Writing Girls #4)
by Maya RodaleA newspaper columnist sets her sights on her dashing employer in this steamy Regency romance by a USA Today–bestselling author.He’s the only man she’s ever loved . . . For ages it seems advice columnist Annabelle Swift has loved Derek Knightly, editor-owner of The London Weekly from a distance. Determined to finally attract her employer’s attention, she seeks advice from her loyal readers—who offer Annabelle myriad suggestions . . . from lower-cut bodices (success!) and sultry gazes (disaster!) to a surprise midnight rendezvous (wicked!).She’s the only woman he’s never noticed . . . Derek never really took note of his shy, wallflower lady writer. But suddenly she’s exquisite . . . and he can’t get Annabelle out of his mind! She must be pursuing someone, but who? For some inexplicable reason, the thought of her with another man makes Knightly insanely jealous.Will Dear Annabelle find her happy ending?But Knightly’s scandalous periodical has been targeted for destruction by a vengeful Lord Marsden, and the beleaguered editor now faces a devastating choice: either marry Marsden’s sister to save his beloved newspaper . . . or follow his heart and wed his Writing Girl.
Seducing Mr. Right (A Walk Down the Aisle)
by Cherry AdairSHE WANTED SOME POINTERS...Catherine Harris can't think of a time she wasn'tin love with Luke Van Buren. Unfortunately, he's too stubborn to see it. He treats her like a kid sister and clearly doesn't see her as a woman...with needs. Determined to get her man, Cat tells Luke she wants to meet Mr. Right-with his help!HE WAS THE PERFECT TEACHER...Luke can't believe his bad luck. He's watched out for Cat for years. Now that she's older and gorgeous, the feelings he has sure aren't brotherly! So when she asks him to teach her the art of seduction...well, he's more than a little reluctant. But when could he eversay no to Cat?
Seducing Mr. Sykes (Cotswold Confidential #2)
by Maggie Robinson“A Maggie Robinson book is like the best kind of chocolate: delicious and totally addictive!” —Vanessa Kelly, USA Today bestselling authorIn Maggie Robinson’s sparkling new series, the quaint village in Gloucestershire is where the wayward sons and daughters of Great Britain’s finest families come for some R&R—and good old-fashioned “rehab”. But sometimes they find much more . . .No one at Puddling-on-the-Wold ever expected to see Sarah Marchmain enter through its doors. But after the legendary Lady’s eleventh-hour rejection of the man she was slated to marry, she was sent here to restore her reputation . . . and change her mind. It amused Sadie that her father, a duke, would use the last of his funds to lock her up in this fancy facility—she couldn’t be happier to be away from her loathsome family and have some time to herself. The last thing she needs is more romantic distraction . . .As a local baronet’s son, Tristan Sykes is all too familiar with the spoiled, socialite residents of the Puddling Rehabilitation Foundation—no matter how real their problems may be. But all that changes when he encounters Sadie, a brave and brazen beauty who wants nothing more than to escape the life that’s been prescribed for her. If only Tristan could find a way to convince the Puddling powers-that-be that Sadie is unfit for release, he’d have a chance to explore the intense attraction that simmers between them—and prove himself fit to make her his bride . . .Praise for Maggie Robinson’s Lady Anne’s Lover“Robinson never fails to provide plenty of brio, banter, and interpersonal heat . . .Fans of humorous historicals will enjoy this delightful romp.” —Publishers Weekly“A charming, fun Regency romp that combines an innovative, compelling plot with characters that jump off the page and a hot, captivating romance that will tug at heartstrings.” —Kirkus Reviews“Lively repartee and steamy sensuality, yet maintains the mystery to the very end.” —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
Seducing the Marine (Uniformly Hot!)
by Kate HoffmannSubject: Marine Will MacIntyre Current Status: Medical leave One day a year Will MacIntyre lets himself remember the woman who left him after he enlisted. But seven years later, on the anniversary of that fateful day, Will is defusing a bomb in Afghanistan-and it explodes. Dr. Oliva Eklund can barely find the boy she loved inside the hard, chiseled body of the man Will is now-a Marine who knows just how to tempt her, just how to seduce her. Olivia is well aware that Will plans to return to his unit after he recovers, but she can't resist trying to heal him. Even if it means sending him back into a war zone. And breaking them apart forever.