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Belated Bride
by Charlotte MooreHe'd Left Her For Another Woman...World traveler Karen Haig was finally home, forced to face everything she'd run from years before. So much had changed-most of all, Seth Bjorson.The boy who'd shattered her dreams and broken his promises were now muscled, manly...and the father of three. His soul-stirring kisses almost persuaded Karen to forgive all. Yet Seth's loving little brood made it impossible to forget his betrayal.Now He Wanted Her For His WifeStill, something about Seth bespoke honor, not deceit. And his motherless children tugged at Karen's heart. Had she judged Seth for crimes he'd never committed? Was she woman enough to dream again?
Runaway Heart
by Saranne DawsonTHEY ONLY HAD EACH OTHERZach Hollis, by-the-book cop, had been done wrong. He'd earned the respect of many men-and the love of one woman: Charlotte "C.Z." Morrison. So when she found Zach as a fugitive, she left behind her button-down ways and went on the run with him-to clear his name and find an elusive killer.Fear ran like wildfire in C.Z.'s veins, but in the depth of Zach's blue eyes was the conviction of an honest lawman-protector turned prey. With no one else to trust, with no safe haven, except in each other's arms, would their love overcome the odds?
Beyond Reach
by Sandra FieldSignificant OthersBlondes were usually more fun....But Troy Donovan was proving to be the exception to the rule! He was tough, uncompromising and off-limits. He had no intention of letting anyone get close to him again. And that included Lucy-especially Lucy. He'd made it clear that whatever her relaxed interpretation of her new job was, it didn't include bedroom duties.Lucy Barnes was a brunette...and as far as she was concerned she could make her own rules. She may have traveled to the Caribbean on a whim but impulsiveness was only one of Lucy's weaknesses. The other was for tall blond men-and Troy was one of the sexiest she had ever met! He'd told her he didn't believe in mixing business with pleasure...and that was fine with Lucy. Why let business get in the way of anything?From the author of WILDFIRE:"Pure pleasure..."-Romantic Times
Dante's Twins (Expecting!)
by Catherine SpencerThe boss, his bride...and their babies!Leila wasn't marrying her boss, Dante Rossi, for his money, contrary to office gossip. She loved him and she believed he felt the same...until the reappearance of her millionaire ex-boyfriend. Suddenly it wasn't just jealous colleagues who believed she was a gold digger-so did Dante!Only the unexpected news of her pregnancy stopped him from calling off the wedding. But Leila wished Dante was marrying because he loved her, not just because she was the mother of his unborn twins....She's sexy, she's successful...and she's PREGNANT!
Prim and Improper
by Liz IrelandTy Saunders Was Nothing But A Big, Brawny Reprobate-And, Oh, Lordy, How She Wanted Him!But that was impossible, Louise Livingston protested. She had her standards, after all...while he had a smile stolen from the devil himself. Still, she'd be darned if she'd give in to temptation!There were few women in town like Louise Livingston. Heck, in this played-out mining town, there were practically no women, Ty admitted. But that didn't take away from the fact that Louise was a combustible mix of spitfire and saint. And he was just the man to start the fireworks!
Never a Bride (Wedlocked!)
by Diana HamiltonThe Perfect Match...In Name Only!Jake Winters was every woman's fantasy-and, as his P.A., Claire had been groomed to become his perfect partner. She was the ideal assistant,hostess...and wife!Their wedding had been a mutually beneficial business arrangement; their marriage a paper affair. Claire had never felt like a real bride: she was just a beautiful possession to Jake, who seemed more interested in the seductive Lorella.Now Claire had made a big mistake: she'd fallen in love with her husband!
Ransacked Heart
by Jayne BaulingThe past...Six years ago, Maria had been devastated by the brutal way in which she had been sacked from her first job-and all beacuse of Luke Scott.The present...Now Luke was back in her life...and this time his demands were far greater-he wanted her!The future...Maria was determined to fight the powerful attraction that existed between them-but Luke was so tempting, it seemed he would get what he wanted in the very near future....
The American Naturalist, volume 206 number 1 (July 2025)
by The American NaturalistThis is volume 206 issue 1 of The American Naturalist. Since its inception in 1867, The American Naturalist has maintained its position as one of the world’s premier peer-reviewed publications in ecology, evolution, and behavior research. Its goals are to publish articles that are of broad interest to the readership, pose new and significant problems, introduce novel subjects, develop conceptual unification, and change the way people think. The American Naturalist emphasizes sophisticated methodologies and innovative theoretical syntheses — all in an effort to advance the knowledge of organic evolution and other broad biological principles.
Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology, volume 98 number 2 (March/April 2025)
by Ecological and Evolutionary PhysiologyThis is volume 98 issue 2 of Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology. Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology primarily publishes original research in physiological ecology, ecophysiology, comparative physiology, and evolutionary physiology. Studies at all levels of biological organization from the molecular to the whole organism are welcome, and work that integrates across levels of organization is particularly encouraged. Studies that focus on behavior or morphology are welcome, so long as they include ties to physiology or biochemistry, in addition to having an ecological or evolutionary context. Subdisciplines of interest include nutrition and digestion, salt and water balance, epithelial and membrane transport, gas exchange and transport, acid-base balance, temperature adaptation, energetics, structure and function of macromolecules, chemical coordination and signal transduction, nitrogen metabolism and excretion, locomotion and muscle function, biomechanics, circulation, behavioral, comparative and mechanistic endocrinology, sensory physiology, neural coordination, and ecotoxicology ecoimmunology.
His Brother's Baby (9 Months Later)
by Connie Bennett9 MONTHS LATERA pregnant bride. A convenient marriage.The two brothers were as unalike as brothers could be. Now the one Meg Linley loved is dead, and the other wants custody of her unborn child. And what Nick Ballenger wants, Nick Ballenger usually gets. But this time he may be giving up more than he bargained for-his heart.
Honeymoon Assignment
by Sally CarrHusband and wife...?Despite Jake Armstrong's insistence, Sara was convinced that pretending to be the boss's wife was beyond the call of duty! Especially when Jake had been the one who had cruelly rejected her years before.But the story of a lifetime was breaking and, while honeymooners were welcome in Bandhul, investigative journalists were not. The stakes were high-but Sara knew the dangers they were facing were nothing compared to the risk of spending night after night with Jake in a bridal suite!
Krystal's Bodyguard
by Molly RicePrecious cargo...P.I. Nico Scalia was hardly prepared for his newest client-eight-year-old Krystal Harper. At first he thought she was playing a practical joke; then he realized this little girl was serious. She wanted to hire him-as a bodyguard for her mom.When Nico actually met Dana Harper, the thought of protecting her twenty-four hours a day was tempting. Trouble was, Dana was hell-bent on caring for herself, so Nico had to convince her she needed him. After all, there was no way the stubborn prosecuting attorney could secure herself and her daughter from the reality that someone close to her heart wanted her dead.
Promises
by Roger ElwoodTHE POWER OF A PROMISE...Carla Gearhart had fame, fortune and all the trimmings. But hard times and heartache had sent the beautiful country-western singer's career on a downhill slide.Enter Kyle Rivers. His remarkable talent left Carla speechless-and his heart-stopping smile and tender manner quickly wore down her defenses. Kyle taught her to hope again, love again and let the Lord share her burdens.But just when Carla thought her troubled times were over, she faced the toughest test of all-a test of true love and the power of her promises.Welcome to Love Inspired™-stories that will lift your spirits and gladden your heart. Meet men and women facing the challenges of today's world and learning important lessons about life, faith and love.
Carmichael's Return
by Lilian PeakeFamily secrets?Brett Carmichael walked out of nowhere into Lauren's life. All she knew about him was that he had gorgeous brown eyes and a long, lean body. He didn't seem to have a heart...or a past.Brett had come home after fifteen years of self-imposed exile. The last thing he had expected was to find Lauren living in his house. She was the unknown woman who had haunted his dreams for years. Lauren obviously had no idea who he was, and he certainly wasn't going to tell her!
Web of Darkness
by Helen BrooksGetting even...Kane Steel had everything-money, power.... But it was all at the expense of Janie's father. And she wanted revenge. If it hadn't been for Kane's ruthless greed, her father would still have his home, his business-his life.... Now Janie had lost her father, and she was determined that Kane should pay.If only Kane wasn't as clever as he was handsome. No matter how hard Janie tried, she couldn't beat him at his own game. He was a master of passion, and the more Janie struggled, the more she became entangled in his web of seduction....
Filthy Rich Vampires: TikTok made me buy it! Twilight meets Gossip Girl in this utterly gripping and sexy vampire romance
by Geneva LeeAll magic will die, and with it, all who carry it. Every last one of us... Twilight meets Gossip Girl in the steamiest, most addictive, most talked-about vampire book of the year by million-copy bestselling authorand TikTok sensation Geneva Lee.As the Winter Solstice falls, Thea Melbourne and Julian Rousseaux return to the social season. Now, with their bond at its strongest - and most irresistibly intense - they face new deadly tests as the vampire elite will stop at nothing to tear them apart.Until Thea receives devastating news that leads them to the ancient, winding streets of Venice, where Julian's past beckons - along with the monster he once was.As forgotten magic stirs in Thea's blood, Julian has no choice but to confront his demons, or he risks losing Thea forever.Because peril dances in the shadows as a deadly threat rises. One that could shatter their world, their families, and even each other ... unless they're willing to pay the price.READERS ARE OBSESSED'With this instalment in the Filthy Rich Vampires world, Geneva Lee has established herself as a reigning goddess of fantasy romance. I am in AWE of where she took this world - especially in that AMAZING THIRD ACT!! And all of these intriguing, incredible characters' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'OBSESSED WITH THIS SERIES. I don't want it to end' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Let me just say this book sent me through a rollercoaster of emotions. ESPECIALLY TOWARDS THE VERY END. SOBBING' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wow, the third book in this series is just wow. It's full of so many twists and turns that I didn't see coming but the end. Wow, all I've got to say is don't mess with Thea because she's deadly now' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'All the feels... I mean, all of them! I flipping lovedddddd this book. There was so much to uncover. I desired no other ending, no other beginning. It was perfection!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Okay, I'm sorry but why did this book hit so hard??? The spice, the drama, the lore???' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'My jaw is completely unhinged! Thanks to Geneva Lee I'll be dragging my jaw until further notice. This book definitely took a turn I didn't see coming at all!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sophie's Secret
by Anne WealeUnprofessional behavior?Sophie's calm, cool professional façade hid many secrets. For a start, Sophie had an incurably romantic nature. So when she was offered a post as Marc Washington's PA she jumped at the chance to return to Venice...a place for lovers, a place for dreams.Yet Marc Washington hardly seemed the sort of man who would tolerate Sophie's romantic heart-or her past, should he ever remember the part he'd played in it!
The Bartered Bride
by Cheryl Reavis"Do We Marry Or Not, Caroline Holt?"It occurred to Caroline that everyone in her small North Carolina community accepted the obvious reason for her agreeing to marry Frederich Graeber. She was pregnant, and the real father of her baby was unwilling. She was due in a few short months. Her unborn child would have everything to gain by Caroline making the strong, silent farmer her husband....The Marriage Pledge"If you marry me, then the child will be mine...." With Frederich's words ringing in her ears, Caroline made her decision. She'd become his bartered bride...and risk giving this enigmatic stranger her heart free.
Baby in My Arms
by Madeline HarperHe wasn't what she'd expected...With his silky ponytail and unfathomable eyes, Ben Blackeagle didn't fit Kate McNair's image of a security expert. But then, ever since she'd inherited baby Amanda, nothing in her well-ordered life had been under control. Her attempts to learn the ropes of motherhood had been complicated by a hit-and-run accident and a drive-by shooting. Was someone trying to take Kate's baby...or her life?With nowhere else to turn, Kate needed to rely on Ben. Christmas was coming, but the threats-and the questions-were piling up faster than the snow.... Baby Amanda called Ben Daddy, but what did Kate really know about him?
Man Trouble!
by Natalie FoxOn his terms...All Jade wants is to make a success of her company-on her own. It infuriates her that she's forced to turn to Mel Biaggio for help. In business, he's the best troubleshooter around. In private, he's simply trouble!Once, he'd wanted Jade with an obsessive passion. Until her father had announced that she was engaged to another man! Jade had insisted it was all a mistake, but Mel was devastated. And now he has the perfect opportunity for revenge: he'll save Jade's company, but refuse to do the one thing she really wants...rekindle their affair!
Lucky Bride
by Ana SeymourParker Prescott had no intention of ever settling down, but Molly Hanks was the kind of woman who could stop a man in his tracks-with or without her buffalo gun!Molly knew a smooth-talking drifter when she saw one. A man with charm like that was dangerous. And she had better things to do than keep an eye on some silly cowboy.
Mystery Dad
by Leona KarrInstant FatherMark Richards opened the door to his bachelor apartment and there they were-a little boy and girl, and a baby. Looking to "Uncle Mark" for care and shelter...since his late brother's widow had vanished without a trace.Instant DangerDesperate, he hired P.I. Kerri Kincaid to find the missing woman. But the seemingly simple case turned sinister...and when danger drove Kerri into his home, desire drew her into his arms....Instant Family?Watching over Kerri and the children roused instincts Mark hadn't experienced. He wanted to protect them. To keep them close. And to just plain keep them...
Floored: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage
by Sara Reardon'A transformative guide to understanding and caring for the often-overlooked pelvic floor. A must-read for reclaiming comfort, dignity, and vitality' DR MARY-CLAIRE HAVER'should be required reading for everyone with a pelvic floor - which is everyone' Professor Emily OsterThe definitive guide to pelvic floor health, written by pelvic floor physical therapist and creator of the Vagina Whisperer, Dr Sara Reardon.Too many women put up with pelvic floor discomfort, thinking their symptoms are 'just part of motherhood and aging'. And for far too long, our health care system has normalized pelvic problems, leaving women feeling hopeless, ashamed and suffering in silence. Board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist Dr Sara Reardon helps women prevent and overcome common pelvic floor issues so they can trust and enjoy their bodies again.Floored is a rallying cry for women's health and the authoritative guide for the pelvic floor, a critical group of muscles involved in day-to-day functions, from wee-ing and poo-ing and sex and childbirth to menstruation and menopause. Whether you're navigating post-partum recovery, seeking relief from urinary incontinence or aiming to enhance sexual pleasure, this comprehensive resource provides the insights and strategies every woman needs.Inside the pages of this book, you will find:Education on pelvic floor anatomy and its critical role in your overall health. Practical advice for pelvic floor self-assessment and signs of potential issues.Exercises to strengthen, rehabilitate and maintain pelvic floor health across different life stages.Tips for treating common pelvic floor symptoms, such as involuntary urine leakage and painful sex.With clear and engaging guidance, Dr Reardon demystifies the complexities of pelvic floor care and provides everything you need to ensure your pelvic well-being.Learn about a variety of topics related to pelvic floor health, including:MenopauseMenstruationPregnancy and childbirthPostpartum carePainful sexIncontinence and prolapseVaginal hygieneThe time to take control of your pelvic health is now.
Filthy Rich Vampires: TikTok made my buy it! Twilight meets Gossip Girl in this unputdownable and sizzling vampire romance
by Geneva LeeHe wore darkness with such graceful ease... Twilight meets Gossip Girl in the spiciest, most addictive vampire series of the year by million-copy bestselling author and TikTok sensation Geneva Lee. Get ready for your vampire obsession.It's been a month since Thea Melbourne's world was turned upside down by a vampire. Now she's returned home, where her mother lies in a coma. Struggling to return to the life she left behind, she's selling off her gifted couture to pay the bills, avoiding her concerned roommates, and trying to forget the sexy, irresistible vampire who started it all.Julian Rousseaux knows he should stay away from Thea. In fact, the vampire council demands it. The problem is that she haunts his every thought... When a new threat emerges, he faces the hardest choice he's made in 900 years: pray that she's safer without him or propose a new arrangement to keep her at his side.One that forces them to confront their own dark secrets while resisting the temptation to cross the line and claim each other ... forever.READERS ARE OBSESSED'My God, I absolutely devoured this book. I haven't been this excited for a book in a long time. It was brilliant. The characters are fantastic and I love the story.... Where can I find a vampire like Julian? Everyone needs one in their life' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'SO DAMN GOOD!!! This was amazing start to finish! I love Julian and Thea, I loved seeing their relationship grow, I loved seeing Thea learn more about herself, and I honestly just love the world -it's so magical and has all these secrets I want to know about. I'm absolutely addicted to this series!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'THIS IS TOO DAMN GOOD! GENEVA LEE HAS DONE THE DAMN THING AGAINNN!!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I am a vamp girl deep in my bones, and this book made my dead black heart sing... This book gave me all the feels: happy, sad, angry, confused, love, LUST' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I literally read this in a day because it was so good!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'WHEN I SAY I LOVE THIS SERIES I MEAN I LOVE IT! Julien and Thea I absolutely adore you - the love, compassion and bond you guys have is the best... I read this book in one sitting it was that good, they are soo addictive and compelling and I will be recommending this series for the rest of my life' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I am absolutely feral for this modern paranormal romance with a reality show vibe. I knew I had to pounce on the first that came out and I have been hooked since' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Julian is totally BOOK HUSBAND material!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Can a book take your virginity again?? Asking for a friend' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This series is pushing all my current TBR to the side. I totally recommend reading!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Filthy Rich Vampire: TikTok made me buy it! Twilight meets Gossip Girl in this totally addictive and steamy vampire romance
by Geneva LeeTwilight meets Gossip Girl and fake-dating meets vampires in the filthiest, spiciest, sexiest vampire book of the year by million-copy bestselling author and TikTok sensation Geneva Lee.Julian Rousseaux has a problem. He's single, and for the world's wealthiest vampires, the social season is about to begin. Julian would rather stake himself than get married. But as the eldest, eligible Rousseaux he has no choice but to find a wife before the season ends - whether he likes it or not.When cellist Thea literally stumbles into his life at a gala, she's the last person Julian could ever fall in love with. She's too innocent, too kind and way too human. But now that she knows about his world, she's also a walking target. She needs protection; he needs a fake girlfriend to discourage overzealous vampire matchmaking... But with each moment they share, new dangers emerge: a desire as forbidden as their stolen touches, an awakening of a long-dead heart, and secrets that could tear them both apart...READERS ARE OBSESSED'This is my favorite book. I can say it without a doubt and with conviction. I will never stop talking about this, and I will not apologize . . . This is seductive. Alluring. Magnificent. I would die for this book. I need merch, special editions, everything' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I don't want this to end' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I don't know what to say other than the fact that I absolutely loved this' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Filled with lush danger, sensual possibilities, and a seemingly insurmountable obstacle for the protagonists to overcome. This story has some of my favorite romance tropes wrapped up with glamorous and utterly irresistible bows' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐' Thought about it all day at work, wishing I could be sitting at home so I could finish it . . . And then promptly came home and finished it. Such a great read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Sexy vampires meets Bridgerton, with a hint of Christian Grey. I couldn't read this book fast enough!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Addicting from start to finish' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐