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Austensibly Ordinary
by Alyssa GoodnightSteaming, funky, and thoroughly modern, Austin, Texas, isn't much like the gardened country estates of Jane Austen's work. But there might be a few similarities in its inhabitants. . . Cate Kendall is no stranger to daydreams of brooding men and fancy parties--after all, she teaches one of her beloved Jane Austen novels in her English classes every year. But as for romance or adventure in her own life, the highlight of most weeks is Scrabble with her cute coworker, Ethan, and he draws the line at witty banter. But Cate is ready for a change. When she finds a mysterious journal that seems to have a link to the soul of the great Jane Austen herself, she knows it's her chance. And she grabs on with both hands. . . Before she knows it, Cate has invented an alter ego with an attitude, attended some seriously chic soirees, and gotten tangled up with a delicious mystery man. And she's uncovered enough unexpected secrets about Ethan that her Scrabble partner has taken to brooding looks and unfathomable silences. It's a positively Austenite predicament, and Cate is sure she'll land in hot water and heartbreak--but maybe not with Jane herself to guide her. . . Sexy, saucy, fun! Jane Austen would be proud! --Sophie Jordan, New York Times bestselling authorPraise for AustentatiousFrothy, fun, and full of juicy secrets, Alyssa Goodnight's Austen-inspired romp is no Plain Jane. --Erin BlakemoreWill appeal to all Austen fans while bringing a fresh twist with its magic journal. --BooklistKept me turning the pages way past my bedtime. --Cindy Jones, author of My Jane Austen Summer
Austentatious
by Alyssa GoodnightGoodnight's breezy style with a believable heroine, lively conflicts and lots of best-friend confidences elevates this above the usual chick lit fare. --Publishers WeeklyAUSTENTATIOUS is a fresh romantic adventure with a cast of characters who kept me turning pages way past my bedtime. --Cindy Jones, My Jane Austen SummerThis humorous romance will appeal to all Austen fans while bringing a fresh twist with its magic journal. --BooklistJaneites and chick lit fans alike will enjoy this wonderful romp into modern day romance with the ideal Miss Matchmaker from the past leading the way. --Courtney Webb for New York Journal of BooksMagnetic, compelling, and comedic - Austentatious is a novel you should not miss! This romantic and magical adventure is sure to entertain and delight fans of Jane Austen and the Austenesque genre! --Austenesque Reviews
Austentatious Crochet
by Melissa HorozewskiThe timeless appeal of Jane Austen is evidenced not only by perpetual interest in her classic novels but also by countless book clubs, movies, plays, books, and sundry products which celebrate her work. "Austentatious Crochet" presents Austen fans with a unique opportunity to step into the scarf, skirt, or chemise of Elizabeth Bennett, Emma Woodhouse, and a host of other favorite Austen characters. The book features thirty-two original crochet projects inspired by Austen novels but fabulously brought up to date and wearable today. The designs focus on womenOCOs wear, such as dresses, sweaters, cardigans, and capelets, but also encompass accessories such as handbags, scarfs, and pillowcases and clothing for children. Introductions to each project include favorite bits of dialogue from the original novels. Fully illustrated with evocative photos, Regency-style illustrations, and step-by-step schematics, "Austentatious Crochet" is certain to please the devoted Austen lover as well as craft enthusiasts. "
Austin (McKettrick Series #13)
by Linda Lael MillerWorld champion rodeo star Austin McKettrick finally got bested by an angry bull. His career over, his love life a mess, the lone maverick has nowhere to go when the hospital releases him. Except back home to Blue River and the Silver Spur ranch. But his overachieving brothers won't allow this cowboy to brood in peace. They've even hired a nurse to speed his recovery. Paige Remington's bossy brand of TLC is driving him crazy. As is her beautiful face, sexy figure and silky black hair.Paige has lost count of how many times Austin has tried to fire her. She's not going anywhere till he's healed-body and heart.And by then her place in his life just might become permanent....
Austin: Second Chance Cowboy
by Shelley GallowayNo man should look as good as Austin Wright. Especially when that man is a suspect in a string of burglaries. And, Sheriff Dinah Hart can't afford the distraction. Roundup's thieves are growing bolder and Thunder Ranch's prize stallion, Midnight, is still missing, putting the Harts' entire livelihood at risk. Dinah needs to focus, because she's worked too hard to earn the town's respect just to throw it away on a fling.Austin knows he's got a bad reputation. He's been following his father's self-destructive footsteps for far too long. Now he's finally ready to take the first step toward fixing his life, and convincing people, especially Dinah, that he's changed.But when Austin discovers an unexpected connection to Midnight's disappearance, will Dinah see him for the man he was, or the one he's trying to become?
Australia's Maverick Millionaire
by Margaret WayClio Templeton has loved Josh Hart since she was nine years old, when he saved her cousin from drowning. She's never forgotten how his cheek felt beneath her lips as she rewarded him with a kiss. Years later, Josh has returned to the town that wrote him off as a bad seed-and the one woman who saw the true bravery beneath his bravado. But the small town has a long memory, and he can't risk the darkness of his past casting a shadow over the shining light of the local sweetheart....
Australian Bachelors, Sassy Brides
by Jennie Adams Margaret WayTwo sassy brides knock these brooding bachelors sideways!The Wealthy Australian's Proposal by Margaret WayNyree Allcott's thrilled when she inherits a ramshackle farmhouse. A little TLC and she'll finally have a home of her own. Property developer Brant Hollister wants the land, but if he thinks his sexy smile will make her hand over the keys, he's wrong!Inherited by the Billionaire by Jennie AdamsWhen Callie Humbold was left alone in the world, Gideon Deveraux promised to look after her but she didn't make it easy. Reunited at a wedding years later, the troublesome teenager is gone and in her place is a striking woman who's even more of a challenge....
Australian Christmas in New York
by Sean KennedyVince has been living in New York for the past four years with his partner Chuck, but as Christmas approaches, Vince finds himself missing the weather, smells, and other traditions of the Australian holiday. With Chuck being a little distracted, Vince is feeling sorry for himself, until the day itself arrives....
Australian Odyssey
by Pauline SaullElla Bickerstaff is widowed on the way to Australia in the late 1800’s. Finding a stash of money on her husband, she decides to stay in the new country and invest her findings in a fruit orchard. Determined that she’ll never again be tied in a loveless marriage, her willpower is severely tested when she meets her charismatic neighbor, the owner of Glen Ayre Farm, Lucas Helm. Lucas, sent to Australia on a false charge of attempted rape, has his eyes on Ella’s orchard for its neverending water supply, which would be a boon to his ranch, and he sets out to woo Widow Bickerstaff. Ella, happy with her new life, nevertheless finds herself drawn to Lucas.
Authentically, Izzy
by Pepper BashamDear Reader, My name is Isabelle Louisa Edgewood—Izzy, for short. I live by blue-tinted mountains, where I find contentment in fresh air and books. Oh, and coffee and tea, of course. And occasionally in being accosted by the love of my family. (You&’ll understand my verb choice in the phrase later.) I dream of opening my own bookstore, but my life, particularly my romantic history, has not been the stuff of fairy tales. Which is probably why my pregnant, misled, matchmaking cousin—who, really, is more like my sister—signed me up for an online dating community.The trouble is . . . it worked. I&’ve met my book-quoting Mr. Right, and our correspondence has been almost too good to be true. But Brodie lives across an ocean. And just the other day, a perfectly nice author and professor named Eli came into the library where I work and asked me out for a coffee. I feel a rom-com movie with a foreboding disaster nipping at my heels.But I&’ve played it safe for a long time. Maybe it&’s time for me to be as brave as my favorite literary heroines. Maybe it&’s time to take the adventures from the page to real life. Wish me luck.Authentically,IzzyWitty, hilarious, and heartwarming contemporary romance about book lovers A sweet, kisses-only romance An epistolary novel written mostly in emails and texts Stand-alone novel Book length: approximately 105,000 words Includes discussion questions for book clubs
Autism Partner Handbook, The: How to Love an Autistic Person
by Joe Biel Elly Blue Dr Faith G. HarperSo, your partner is autistic. Or you suspect they might be. And you're wondering, "What does this mean for my relationship?" This guide is for you. Learn key communication skills for succeeding in a neurologically mixed relationship, gain a better understanding of your partner's mental processes, troubleshoot your sex life, and level up your appreciation for your partner's relationship strengths. Autistic-allistic relationships, as well as relationships between two neurodivergent people, can work out splendidly, but there are a few consistent and predictable areas where they can get in trouble, which you can work through together once you know how to spot them. Dr. Faith G. Harper, author of Unf*ck Your Brain and Unf*ck Your Intimacy, joins Joe Biel (an autistic publisher and author) and Elly Blue (a partner of an autistic person), to offer hard-won guidance on a wide range of relationship topics.
Autistamente Seu
by Prasenjeet KumarUma história de amor sem contato visual... O mundo de Dev Singh e Meera Desai é diferente. Ambos são diagnosticados com autismo. E ambos pensam sobre o amor e beleza de formas diferentes. O desafio deles: esquecer o amor; ninguém quer ser amigo deles. Nem na escola. Nem na faculdade. Nem mesmo em seus respectivos trabalhos. Porém, Dev e Meera acreditam que existe alguém especial aguardando por eles. Em algum lugar neste mundo vasto e amplo. Dev usa um terno todos os dias e carrega uma rosa na mão, na esperança de entregá-la a sua pessoa especial, algum dia. Meera prefere passar o tempo com seu melhor amigo—um desenho que ela mesma fez—um homem de terno escuro e um chapéu de mandrágora. Ela acredita que seu melhor amigo é alguém que não irá julgá-la e nunca a deixaria sozinha. O problema: Dev e Meera moram a milhares de quilômetros de distância. Meera em Mumbai; Dev em Kalimpong, uma pequena cidade pitoresca no norte da Bengala Ocidental. Explore a jornada de Dev e Meera enquanto eles viajam pela Índia em busca um do outro. Eles vão se apaixonar? O relacionamento deles sobreviverá às terríveis previsões feitas pelos especialistas? Acompanhe as alegrias, sofrimentos e tristezas sobre como Dev e Meera combatem seus próprios demônios internos em busca de uma solução que possa funcionar. Para eles.
Autisticamente Tuo
by Prasenjeet Kumar V. H. LazzariIl mondo di Dev e Meera è differente. Ad entrambi è stato diagnosticato l'autismo ed entrambi percepiscono l'amore e la bellezza in modo diverso. La loro sfida: devono dimenticarsi dell'amore; nessuno vuole essere loro amico, né a scuola né all'università e nemmeno sui loro posti di lavoro. Ma Dev e Meera sono convinti che da qualche parte, in questo mondo vasto e sconfinato, ci sia qualcuno ad attenderli. Dev indossa sempre un abito e porta con sé una rosa, con la speranza di poterla consegnare, un giorno, alla sua prescelta. Meera preferisce la compagnia del suo amico ideale - un disegno, fatto da lei, di un uomo - un uomo in abito scuro e con un cappello da mago. Crede che il suo amico ideale sia qualcuno che non giudica e che non la lascerà mai sola. Il problema: Dev e Meera vivono a chilometri e chilometri di distanza. Meera è a Mumbai; Dev a Kalimpong, una piccola città pittoresca a nord del Bengala Occidentale. Segui il viaggio di Dev e Meera attraverso l'India alla ricerca l'uno dell'altro. Si innamoreranno? Riuscirà la loro relazione a sopravvivere nonostante le sinistre previsioni degli specialisti? Condividi le loro gioie, le sofferenze, e i loro problemi di cuore nella battaglia di Dev e Meera contro i propri demoni interiori, alla ricerca di una soluzione che possa funzianare, per loro.
Autistics' Guide to Dating: A Book by Autistics, for Autistics and Those Who Love Them or Who Are in Love with Them
by Emilia Murry Ramey Jody John RameyFor people on the autism spectrum dating is so often an elusive art form, requiring the very skills--in communication, and in social perception--that don't come naturally to them. This book presents strategies for overcoming social skills deficits and sensory issues, to make for relationship success. Emilia Murry Ramey and Jody John Ramey, both on the spectrum, reflect on their dating experiences and provide recommendations for relationships in both the short- and long-term. Their advice includes how to choose venues for meeting people that are free from discomfiting features; coping with typical experiences in the light of sensory issues such as close proximity with a partner, eye-contact, and physical intimacy; and moving on to extended, committed relationships, co-habiting and continuing to date after marriage. Thorough, accessible, and very encouraging, this book is a must-read for Autistic people, those who love them, and those who are in love with them.
Autoboyography
by Christina Lauren<p>Fangirl meets Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda in this “sensitive and complex” (BCCB) coming-of-age novel from New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren about two boys who fall in love in a writing class—one from a progressive family and the other from a conservative religious community. <p>Three years ago, Tanner Scott’s family relocated from California to Utah, a move that nudged the bisexual teen temporarily back into the closet. Now, with one semester of high school to go, and no obstacles between him and out-of-state college freedom, Tanner plans to coast through his remaining classes and clear out of Utah. <p>But when his best friend Autumn dares him to take Provo High’s prestigious Seminar—where honor roll students diligently toil to draft a book in a semester—Tanner can’t resist going against his better judgment and having a go, if only to prove to Autumn how silly the whole thing is. Writing a book in four months sounds simple. Four months is an eternity. <p>It turns out, Tanner is only partly right: four months is a long time. After all, it takes only one second for him to notice Sebastian Brother, the Mormon prodigy who sold his own Seminar novel the year before and who now mentors the class. And it takes less than a month for Tanner to fall completely in love with him.</p>
Automatic Proposal
by Kelsey RobertsARMED AND GORGEOUSKeeping her work with Miami Confi dential secret had never been a problem for skilled agent Julia Garcia. Then Luke Young, the man she left standing at the altar after a sting operation, reappeared in her life, demanding answers. With the kidnapping of her best friend, Julia had to maintain her cover at the Weddings Your Way salon or jeopardize the case. Yet their intense chemistry, combined with Luke's probing questions, had Julia torn between commitment to her job and to her heart. But once Luke became an unknown enemy's target, Julia vowed she'd do whatever it took to keep her former fiancé safe...or die trying.
Automatic Reload: A Novel
by Ferrett SteinmetzA tortured mercenary and a genetically engineered assassin fall in love while running for their lives in this high-octane cyberpunk romance adventure.“Steinmetz expertly fuses cyberpunk staples and romantic comedy elements to deliver an over-the-top, action-packed tale while also addressing mental illness and body issues.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)Meet Mat, a tortured mercenary who has become the perfect shot, and Silvia, an idealistic woman genetically engineered to murder you to death.Together they run from the shadiest corporation in the world . . . and realize their messed-up brain chemistry cannot overpower their very real chemistry . . .Automatic Reload is the genre’s most unexpectedly heartfelt romantic comedy with explosions, perfect for fans of both Altered Carbon and Atomic Blonde.“Fast-paced shoot-em-up violence with a compassionate treatment of trauma and mental illness. Like Shadowrun with a conscience.” —Hugo Award–winning author Jim C. Hines“Luxuriates in the intricate beauty that is technology, exults in the mechanics of cyberpunk. And it does all this while being a rom-com with a lot of explosions.” —Cassandra Khaw, finalist for the British Fantasy and Locus Awards for Hammers on Bone
Autumn Song (Seasons of the Heart #2)
by Martha RogersWhy does everyone think a girl’s only lot in life is to find a husband and settle down? Kathleen Muldoon is twenty-three and tired of ranch living. Fiercely independent and determined to become a nurse, she has left her family’s ranch to study medicine under Old Doc Jensen andlive in town with her Aunt Mae, who runs a boardinghouse. Daniel Monroe has just arrived in Porterfield to set up his law practice. Sparks fly when he is introduced to Kate at the boardinghouse, but the initial attraction quickly dissolves into an argument, the first of many. Daniel is enamored with Kate but uncomfortable with her independent spirit and dreams of becoming a nurse. When trouble erupts between the ranchers and lumberjacks over timber rights, Kate is furious to learn that Daniel has worked out an agreement she believes will destroy her father’s land. Can they overcome their pride and help each other become everything God wants them to be? Set in the late 1800s, the Seasons of the Heart series follows the lives of four women and their families, weaving together their stories of faith, life, and love as they bond in friendship only God could orchestrate.
Autumn Blaze
by Samantha HarteRaised by Comanches and recaptured by Texas Rangers, a spirited young woman discovers her past—and a new love—in this Western historical romance. New Mexico Territory, 1871. As an infant born on the frontier, her name was Mandie. When she was taken from her home by Comanche raiders, they called her Little White Hair. But as she grew, this wild and clever beauty earned herself the name Firemaker. Meanwhile, Carter Machesney is the handsome Texas Ranger charged with bringing her back home. But when she&’s found in the midst of a brutal battle, Firemaker proves herself as fierce as any Comanche warrior. It&’s up to Carter to introduce her to a way of life she&’s never known. Though they speak in different tongues, the instant flare of passion between them is a language both can speak. But is it enough to bridge their very different worlds?
Autumn Brides: A Year of Weddings Novella Collection (A Year of Weddings Novella)
by Kathryn Springer Katie Ganshert Beth K. VogtHappily ever after begins today. The honor of your presence is requested at three autumn weddings . . .A September Bride by Kathryn SpringerWhen Annie moves to Red Leaf, she&’s ready to call the little town home, but Deputy Jesse Kent can&’t believe his mother has handed the keys to her bookshop over to a woman she met on the internet. Jesse has seen his mother taken advantage of before, and he decides to keep a close eye on this Annie Price. But when a close eye turns into a historical wedding reenactment with Jesse and Annie as the couple, make-believe nuptials quickly give way to real-life emotions.An October Bride by Katie GanshertNo one but Jake and Emma know the true reason they&’re getting married—so Emma&’s dying father can walk her down the aisle. While Jake and Emma plan an autumn wedding together, it becomes clear that their agreement has a few complications—the biggest being their true feelings for each other.A November Bride by Beth K. VogtHaving celebrated the big 3–0 by ending a relationship, Sadie is tired of romantic relationships-by-text. The only man she knows willing to put down his iPhone and have face-to-face conversations with her is Erik. It&’s time to put a 21st-century twist on the Sadie Hawkins&’ tradition of a woman going after her man. But when he realizes he&’s fallen for her, can Erik convince Sadie his just-for-fun dates were the prelude to &“&’til death do us part&”?
Autumn Changes (Seasons of Love #3)
by B. G. ThomasSeasons of Love: Book ThreeAsher Eisenberg is a brilliant actor, destined for fame and fortune. But a traumatic incident in his past has caused him to reject his Jewish heritage and hide from everyone behind walls of arrogance and selfishness, and he blurs his loneliness with a lot of sex and alcohol. When he meets Peniamina Faamausili, however, he strangely can't stop thinking about the young man. Peni is struggling with his sexuality, the Mormonism he was raised in, and the Samoan heritage that calls to him. He longs to receive the pe'a--the traditional Samoan tattoos-- and learn more of his people's ways. He has no interest in a man like Asher, who appears to use men and put them aside and whose drinking can't help but remind him of the drunk driver who killed his father. But he can't deny his attraction to Asher and finally agrees to a date if Asher can go thirty days without a drink. Asher is about to go on a journey that will awaken him to his friends, his past, his future, and even to love. But that awakening could well demand the sacrifice of the dream he holds most dear.
Autumn Chill in Utah Springs
by RaeAnne ThaynePreviously published as High-Risk Affair, this emotional entry in The Searchers series brings a suspenseful twist to New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne’s established small town charm His manner usually screamed all business. But his cool-headed judgment took a flying leap over his new assignment, because all FBI special agent Caleb Davis wants is to fold Megan Vance into his arms and kiss away the worry brimming in her stunning green eyes. Her son is missing and he yearns to protect the single mother from danger and bring her child home. Once he does, maybe he can figure out how to become a permanent part of her life…
Autumn Cliche
by R. W. ClingerChad Best, article writer forArtist Trade, is instructed by his editor to head to Haven Island in Lake Erie to interview the famous ashtray artist, Finn O’Rourke. A glassblower, Finn has the reputation of being a monster to the public, particularly the media, but Chad is fascinated by him and can’t wait to meet the artist.When Chad arrives on the island, he and Finn get things off to a bad start. But Chad soon learns there’s a softer side to the artist, and Finn O’Rourke isn’t the monster his super fans have made him out to be.To Chad’s surprise, Finn woos the writer and seduces him. Emotionally ensnared by the artist, Chad finds himself falling for Finn. When his visit comes to an end, will Chad choose to return to his busy life, or stay on the artist’s island with a man he might love?
Autumn Crescendo: Four Novellas Celebrating the Changing Seasons of Life
by Andrea Boeshaar Sally Laity Dianna Crawford DiAnn MillsWhere have all the years gone? "When the glow of youth fades and the nest empties, four women find themselves in a new stage of life--a time to let their hearts play a new melody. Kristin Robinson returns to teaching as her husband takes early retirement due to an injury. Now that their children are gone, she hardly knows the man she married. Can she hear a romantic September Sonata when her heart tends toward discord? Abby Martin is ready to sell her business and start a new chapter in life. But her plans are disturbed by a run-in with an old flame. Convinced that she's already had her love of a lifetime, she has no desire to be pursued. But when an October Waltz begins to play, will she dance to the call of love? Jill Lawrence's life is full. Her grown daughters and their families need her, and her job as a nurse gives her added purpose. But a chance encounter with her best friend from childhood creates a surprising heart flutter inside her. What will she do when the notes of the November Nocturne begin to sound off-key? Cora Dennison sacrificed her dreams of romance and marriage when she focused on raising her orphaned siblings. Now alone in a rundown farmhouse, she is resigned to living life solo. But when she hires a carpenter to fix her house, could she be inviting the song of a December Duet? God can give hearts new joy. Love can give tired lives a new spark. Experience the excitement from some of Christian fictions best loved authors."
Autumn Dreams (Seaside Seasons #3)
by Gayle RoperCassandra Merton, newly forty and never married, is intrigued and intimidated by the rich forty-four-year-old bachelor who arrives at her Seaside, New Jersey, bed-and-breakfast. Management and finance specialist Dan Harmon is there to contemplate his life's significance as a result of witnessing the September 11 tragedy. Meanwhile, Cass dares to resist being the family doormat for the first time in her life, as she struggles to care for her teenage niece and nephew as well as her aging, deteriorating parents. Strengthened by each other, the two Baby Boomers dedicate themselves to untangling life's puzzles -- and a local mystery.From the Trade Paperback edition.