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A Sleuth of Bears and Other Amusing, Beguiling, and Peculiar Collective Nouns
by Colter JacksonFrom a sleuth of bears solving a mystery to a parliament of owl judges, a romp of otters playing a game to a grumble of pugs exercising, this delightful picture book reveals the fun and surprising collective nouns of the animal kingdom in action!Join author-illustrator Colter Jackson on a journey of animals on land, in the air, and at sea that’s sure to entertain and educate young readers. From sloths and elephants to whales and flamingos, come learn about the humorous, surprising, and joyful collective nouns that describe our favorite groups of animals. A Sleuth of Bears features rhyming text and inviting watercolor illustrations that explore the many ways animals are busy all day, including a creep of tortoises commuting to work, a congregation of gators singing in a chorus, a colony of chinchillas sailing the sea, and a dazzle of zebras acting on stage. For animal-loving kids and eager language learners, this makes a beautiful gift that will be enjoyed again and again.SWEET & FUNNY NATURE BOOK FOR KIDS: An engaging read-aloud, A Sleuth of Bears and Other Amusing, Beguiling, and Peculiar Collective Nouns engages young readers on a learning journey to find out how groups of animals (with charming and hilarious names) spend their busy days. ANIMAL ART: Expressive, playful, and joyful, Colter Jackson's illustrations will delight young and old alike. An accomplished artist, her work has been published in the New York Times’ Modern Love column, Epoch Magazine, Tin House, Bellevue Literary Review, and more. She is the author of several children's books, all featuring wild and wonderful animals. VOCABULARY BUILDER: Informative and entertaining, this funny take on wildlife offers an excellent opportunity to explore nature with children and add terrific new words to their vocabulary.Perfect for: Kids who love animals and nature Parents and educators seeking fun and informative books for children Gift-giving for kids ages 4 - 8 Readers who enjoy clever zoology books like The Atlas of Amazing Birds and An Anthology of Intriguing Animals
Extraordinary Pools
by Naina GuptaA visual feast of fifty wonderfully distinctive and architecturally astounding swimming pools from around the worldExtraordinary Pools is a mosaic of exceptional public and private examples of pools, reasserting the protean quality of the swimming pool as a space of activity, pleasure, and excess. Illustrated with awe-inspiring color photography, it showcases stunning examples of architecturally significant swimming pools around the world, including:Berthold Lubetkin’s modernist Penguin Pool at the London ZooThe world’s largest infinity pool at Marina Bay Sands in SingaporeThe landmark Julia Morgan-designed City Club pool in Berkeley, CaliforniaLuis Barragan's signature L-shaped pools at Cuadra San Cristobal in MexicoAnd many moreWoven throughout are essays by swimmers and architectural experts on the role swimming pools have played in shaping modern culture, from the 1932 Olympics and Mussolini’s campaign to redefine the new Italian Fascist as physically fit, disciplined, and virile to the dawn of circular backyard pools in California that became playgrounds for skateboarders during the great drought of the 1970s. With its lush imagery and lively discussion, Extraordinary Pools will dazzle recreationists and architecture enthusiasts alike.STUNNING PHOTOGRAPHY: Illustrated with full-color images throughout, Extraordinary Pools is an aspirational, covetable volume befitting any design lover's coffee table display.ENDLESSLY FASCINATING: Swimming pools are status symbols and objects of interest regardless of climate or season. Whether they are used for athletic pursuits or the simple joy of relaxing in water, found indoors or out, are kidney-shaped or Olympic-sized, pools are an enthralling source of visual and aesthetic pleasure.EXPERIENCED AUTHOR: Naina Gupta, a practicing architect who teaches at the Architectural Association of the School of Architecture in London, turns her trained eye on a dazzling array of pools to explore their visual impact and cultural significance.Perfect for:Swimmers, beach lovers, and pool enthusiastsCollectors of architecture, design, and home décor booksHost/hostess or housewarming giftArchitectural history buffsPhotography fans and armchair travelers
The Mistress Wife: The Greek Commands His Mistress Traded To The Desert Sheikh A Pawn In The Playboy's Game From One Night To Wife (Foreign Affairs #2428)
by Lynne GrahamConvinced that Lucca, her billionaire Italian husband, had been having an affair, Vivien Saracino left him--even though she was pregnant.Now Vivien has discovered that Lucca might not be guilty. She's determined to win him back, if only for the sake of their small child.But Lucca is in no mood for a tender reconciliation. He will have his wife again, but on his terms...ashis mistress!
Her Forgotten Cowboy: A Fresh-Start Family Romance (Cowboy Country #10)
by Deb KastnerShe can’t remember the pastHe can’t imagine a future without her in Cowboy CountrySuffering amnesia after a car accident, Rebecca Hamilton arrives back in Serendipity, Texas, pregnant and seeking the baby’s father—her estranged husband, Tanner. Returning to the ranch house they once shared is her best chance at regaining her memories. But will recalling the tragic reason they separated only drive a bigger wedge between Rebecca and the man she’s falling for all over again?
Heartbreaker: Secret Heir Seduction / Heartbreaker (dynasties: Mesa Falls) (Dynasties: Mesa Falls #4)
by Joanne RockFrom passion to betrayal and back again! USA TODAY bestselling author Joanne Rock welcomes you to Mesa Falls, where family loyalties and passions collide… Dive into this dramatic Dynasties romance!He knows she’s coming for him… and he’s ready to turn the tables!When tabloid columnist Elena Rollins shows up uninvited to a private, star-studded party at Mesa Falls, Gage Striker sees red. Though it’s been six years since their abrupt breakup, the scars—and attraction—are still fresh. Certain his ex has a score to settle, the playboy banker vows to protect his ranch’s scandalous secrets. Protecting his heart is a different story.From Harlequin Desire: Luxury, scandal, desire—welcome to the lives of the American elite.Dynasties: Mesa Falls:Book 1: The RebelBook 2: The RivalBook 2: Rule BreakerBook 4: HeartbreakerBook 5: The RancherBook 6: The Heir
His Scandalous Christmas Princess: A Winter Romance (Royal Christmas Weddings #2)
by Caitlin CrewsA royal wedding of convenience hits the headlines in this intense, red-hot festive romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin Crews.His Christmas bride:His ruin or his redemption?Melody Skyros lives in the shadows of her notorious family. But now it&’s her turn to step into the spotlight—as Prince Griffin of Idylla&’s convenient princess. The only problem? He&’s a walking scandal! And she finds him obnoxiously, outrageously tempting…Griffin&’s reputation for misbehavior is legendary—marrying Melody could never make an honest man of him…could it? But as the electricity between them ignites, the stakes in this royal game of vows couldn&’t be higher. Because despite their scandalous start, Griffin is suddenly imagining a very different ending…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read both books in the Royal Christmas Weddings duet:Book 1: Christmas in the King&’s BedBook 2: His Scandalous Christmas Princess
Falling for the Wrong Brother (Maggie & Griffin #1)
by Michelle MajorShe thought her life was on the right path…Mayor Maggie Spencer was minutes from marrying the town golden boy before discovering her fiancée was cheating. Their marriage was meant to end the rivalry between their two families and rally the town. She didn&’t expect to run from the altar and into the arms of her fiancee&’s brother, literally! Black sheep Griffin Stone was on his way to his brother&’s wedding when he spotted the runaway bride and possibly a kindred spirit. With family expectations and the town&’s rumor mill working against them, Maggie and Griffin must fight for their independence and their forbidden love.Single mom Brenna Apria has terrible judgement in men, as proven recently by believing her best friend&’s cheating fiancée. When Marcus Sanchez, CEO of Harvest Vineyards, starts showing up with charming smiles and packed lunches, Brenna must decide if she can trust her gut and let someone into her and her daughter&’s life.Maggie & Griffin&’s story continues in Second Chance in Stonecreek.Experience the whole journey in the MAGGIE & GRIFFIN trilogy:Book 1: Falling for the Wrong BrotherBook 2: Second Chance in StonecreekBook 3: A Stonecreek Christmas ReunionFrom Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.
The Misfortunes of Family: A Novel
by Meg Little ReillyWHAT BRINGS A FAMILY TOGETHER CAN ALSO TEAR IT APARTThe Bright family is the picture of perfection—attractive, competitive and a bit badly behaved. As the four adult sons of retired senator John Bright head with their partners to the annual family reunion, they have everything they need, except self-awareness. This year the senator has agreed to let a producer document the reunion at the lake house. Of course, they let their guard down.As petty jealousies surface, Philip, the youngest, reveals a surprising personal decision that earns the ribbing—or is it scorn?—of his brothers, JJ, Spencer and Charlie. Then the senator unexpectedly announces his desire for another political run. Not everyone is on board, especially matriarch Patty, who is keenly aware of the toll it will take on their private lives. Suddenly closely held family secrets start tumbling out and keep coming, including the biggest one that will rock this family to the core.
Buried Secrets (Holding the Line #4)
by Carol EricsonThey’ve been warned to stay away,But they won’t be deterred that easily.To halt construction of a casino on Yaqui land, ranger Jolene Nighthawk plants damning evidence. But she’s caught by her ex Sam Cross, a Border Patrol agent with his own interest in the land…and Jolene. There may be bodies beneath the desert, victims of a murderous cartel. As Jolene and Sam investigate, they find that theirs may be the next bodies hidden in the Arizona sand.
Stolen Identity (Mills And Boon Love Inspired Suspense Ser.)
by Lisa HarrisSomeone’s trying to frame her for murder…and only her ex believes her.Who would want her life? Danielle Corbit doesn’t understand why someone would want to steal her identity. A single mother running a small business…nothing special, right? But after discovering a dead body on the Oregon coastline, she’s attacked by a dangerous hacker who will stop at nothing to frame her. Only her former fiancé, Jason Ryan, is willing to help. Years ago she broke his heart, but he can’t walk away from a woman in need. He’ll do anything to protect her from their unseen adversary. But is there enough time to work together and untangle this twisted web of fraud and deception?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Angel of Mercy (A Mercy Hollings Novel #2)
by Toni AndrewsLast month I killed a man...and now I'm afraid what I might do nextAs a hypnotherapist with a special talent, I'm very good at getting people to overcome their problems. My own problem, however, is that my talent comes from a dark place. If I tell you to do something, trust me: you will do it. Most of the time I can keep things from getting out of hand, but when my emotions interfere, I lose control. That's when people get hurt, sometimes even killed.The only ones who know I've got a secret are my best friend Sukey and my boyfriend Sam. So far I've been able to keep them safe from the psychic cross fire, but what if one day I can't? Like now. Because now I find myself in the shadowy world of battered women and children, where I've met a little girl who's been violated in the worst possible way. As you can imagine, my emotions are about to interfere....
Carrying His Secret (The Adair Affairs #1)
by Marie FerrarellaAn Entertainment Weekly Top 10 Romance AuthorUSA TODAY bestselling author Marie Ferrarella unearths more scintillating secrets of the Adair family in her 250th book!When Elizabeth Shelton finds her boss murdered, her life is thrown into turmoil. But nothing shocks her more than learning she's pregnant by the man's son. She kept her attraction to mogul Whit Adair hidden for years before their one-night tryst-and now she must keep another secret...When the killer targets her next, Whit goes from her one-time lover to her full-time bodyguard. Taking her to his ranch for safekeeping, Whit discovers the truth about the baby. He offers his protection, but Elizabeth wants more-his love. For his child and its mother, he'll do anything-even take down a murderer...
The Rings that Bind: An Inheritance Of Shame A Royal Without Rules A Deal With Di Capua The Rings That Bind
by Michelle SmartOn his terms only The day Rosa agreed to wear Nicolai Baranski's ring she wasn't so foolish as to expect love. Yet nothing could have prepared her for the aching loneliness of her husband's constant indifference-an indifference that proved too much to bear. Nico is furious-no one turns their back on a Baranski. Rosa has some nerve if she thinks he will just let her walk away. He'll use every sensual trick at his disposal to bring her back, begging for more. And once he's got her where he wants her? He'll let her go. But only when he's ready!
The Sheikh's Last Mistress: Morelli's Mistress The Sheikh's Last Mistress The Most Scandalous Ravensdale A Tycoon To Be Reckoned With
by Rachael ThomasPromoted to Princess! Destiny Richards knows she is playing with fire when she accepts charismatic Sheikh Zafir Al Asmari's job offer, but it seems like a fair price to pay to start her life over again. Until the temperature reaches the boiling point and Destiny finds herself spending one out-of-this-world night with the sheikh! When powerful Zafir seduces English rose Destiny, he never anticipates she'll hold the title of his Last Mistress. But their scorching affair has shocking repercussions. Now, before their nine months are up, Zafir must convince Destiny to make their arrangement more permanent!
Convenient Proposal to the Lady: A Regency Romance (Hadley's Hellions #3)
by Julia Justiss"Duty can also be pleasure, Lady Alyssa..." When politician Benedict Tawny set out to save Lady Alyssa from a nefarious plot, he never expected to find himself trapped in a compromising situation with the alluring lady! Now duty demands he propose...and claim her as his bride! Tainted by his illegitimacy, Ben knows he can't give Alyssa the life of luxury she deserves. But if he can convince her to succumb to the undeniable heat between them, their convenient marriage might just lead to the love of a lifetime!
Reunited with the Sheriff: Maddie Fortune's Perfect Man Her Wickham Falls Seal Reunited With The Sheriff (The Delaneys of Sandpiper Beach #3)
by Lynne MarshallThey promised to meet in four years… He was there. Where was she?Conor Delaney believed he and Shelby Brookes shared something special. Until the girl he’d loved since fourth grade was a no-show for what should have been the most romantic reunion of their lives. Two years and one shattered heart later, Shelby’s back in their California town—as the new chef at Conor’s family restaurant. The single mom has a reason for what she did…and a plan for winning back the guarded California lawman.
Don't Say a Word
by Rita HerronGroomed by a covert group of elite killers, Damon left the secretsociety to join the FBI after a mission went brutally wrong andan innocent woman died.When his brother is arrested for murder, Damon investigates andfinds a "Jane Doe" who holds the key to the case, along witha darker terror-one that threatens to expose Damon's deadlysecrets and destroy them all. Despite the danger, he's drawn to the nameless beauty, igniting apassion that burns hot between them. But with a madman out tosilence her forever, Damon knows he must deny their love. Andto stop the man responsible, he must return to the one placehe has desperately tried to leave behind-the dark shadows ofa killer's mind....
Broken Bonds: A thrilling romantic suspense novel (Cold Creek #3)
by Karen HarperHaunted by the past... Cold Creek is a place with a dark history, especially for the Lockwoods. Now adults, the three Lockwood sisters are still recovering from the events that led to the destruction of their family when they were children. Determined to move forward, Tess and Kate are making fresh starts, ready to put bad-even deadly-memories to rest and settle happily in the small but booming town. And they're hoping their older sister, Charlene, can do the same. Char is back in town seeking comfort as she figures out her next move. A social worker used to difficult situations, she soon runs afoul of some locals who think she's sticking her nose where it doesn't belong. She's certain something sinister is being covered up, and when she witnesses Matt Rowan being run off the road, she knows she's right. Working together, Matt and Char figure uncovering the truth will be dangerous, but living in Cold Creek won't be safe for any of them until its secrets are revealed.
The Trophy Wife
by Ginna GrayHouston heiressElizabeth Stanton lostnearly everything when astunning betrayal by herex-husband left her with only afraction of the fortune her genteelSouthern family had worked so hard for.Even now Mimosa Landing, Elizabeth’s belovedhome, could be stripped away unless she comes up with aserious infusion of cash.When brilliant self-made millionaire Maxwell Reardonapproaches her with an audacious solution to her financialwoes, Elizabeth is speechless. His proposal will certainlysolve her problems, but it will set Houston society onits ear.Now it’s up to Elizabeth to decide if this is a deal with thedevil, or the best decision of her life.
Christmas in the King's Bed: A Winter Romance (Royal Christmas Weddings #1)
by Caitlin CrewsUSA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin Crews brings scandal, drama and tantalizing desire to this marriage of convenience romance. All with a festive twist…His royal bride of convenience:Unwrapped and undone!Orion is determined to rule his once-dissolute kingdom with integrity and respect. That means honoring his betrothal to Lady Calista Skyros. A woman whose father deals in scandal — and who threatens his unwavering self-control…Calista knows her royal marriage was brokered by blackmail, but she has her own reasons for accepting Orion&’s hand. Yet her husband shocks her with his demand for complete honesty. And as her first Christmas as queen approaches, her unstoppable desire for the king becomes her most dangerous truth of all!From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read both books the Royal Christmas Weddings duet:Book 1: Christmas in the King&’s BedBook 2: His Scandalous Christmas Princess
The Best Intentions (Welcome to Starlight #1)
by Michelle MajorIs the new girl in town all she appears?She needs a new start…Not a new man.Kaitlin Carmody is a woman with a past—one she’d like to forget. A string of bad choices led to a fresh start in the small town of Starlight, so when her boss shows signs of serious illness, she’s determined to help him the best she can. But Finn Samuelson, her boss’s handsome, headstrong son, is certain Kaitlin is taking advantage of his father and running his family’s bank into the ground. When attraction overcomes reason, Finn must decide if Kaitlin is really a threat to his family…or its salvation.
Christmas Stalking: Faith in the Face of Crime (Guardians, Inc.)
by Margaret DaleyBodyguard Ellie St. James has one objective: protect her client...without letting her know. Pretending to be Rachel "Winnie" Winfield's assistant lets Ellie stay close, but there's an unexpected complication-Colt Winfield. Winnie's grandson wasn't in on the plans, and the suspicious marine biologist isn't easy to fool. When the truth comes out, so do more threats to Winnie's life. Trapped on a Colorado mountain, Ellie and Colt must trust each other to guard Winnie and find the stalker. Before this Christmas becomes their last.
The Texas Rancher's New Family (Blue Thorn Ranch #5)
by Allie PleiterA Match Made in TexasTess Buckton returns to the Blue Thorn Ranch from Australia, badly needing Texas comfort. But the Outback follows her home when celebrity Aussie horse trainer Cooper Pine rents the ranch next door. The other Buckton siblings are worried Cooper’s high profile will upset the idyllic Martins Gap community—but Tess isn’t so sure. Cooper is surprisingly down-to-earth and a doting father to his special-needs daughter. But getting close enough to learn his secrets could mean exposing hers, and Tess isn’t ready for that—even if Cooper and his matchmaking daughter are just what her heart is yearning for.
Bound to the Sicilian's Bed: Escape to Sicily with this Reunion Romance (Conveniently Wed! #3)
by Sharon KendrickRocco’s outrageous proposition:His estranged wife will spend one final weekend in his bed!When Rocco’s runaway wife asks for a divorce, the Sicilian billionaire seizes his chance! They’ve never discussed their painful past, but this is the perfect opportunity to get Nicole out of his system for good. He offers her a deal: if Nicole wants to move on with her life, she will be his one last time!
The Warrior's Runaway Wife: A Medieval Romance (Mills And Boon Historical Ser.)
by Denise LynnThe notorious Lord of Roul……must take her as his bride!Lady Avelyn flees an unwanted betrothal to an elderly warlord only to be hunted down and returned to King David’s court by fearsome Elrik, Lord of Roul, a legendary warrior with a heart of ice—and a kiss of fire. And now Avelyn is bound to Elrik—and his bed—when Elrik is commanded to wed her instead!“Another sensual, action packed tale” — RT Book Reviews on At the Warrior’s Mercy “Lynn has real talent” — RT Book Reviews on Dragon’s Promise