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Two Short Stories and Three Very Short Stories
By Madeleine Oh. 2014
This third collection of naughty stories is a rather mixed bag: There is a rather delicious revenge story, a vampire…
one with an historical setting and three short shorts that are sensual and erotic more than explicit but feature my heroine Annie who finally ended up (with a different hero) in my novel Power Exchange. The last read is a rather sexy excerpt from Power Exchange featuring a threesome.Three Short Stories
By Madeleine Oh. 2014
From Madeleine Oh, perfect for a bed time story or a quiet moment.: Three naughty stories, all with a paranormal…
twist: A young woman has an unexpected and wild encounter in the depths of the country, another meets a beautiful and inspiring shaper shifter, and the last story features a total fantasy meeting with a mythical creature. And to finish off, an excerpt from Interlude, a paranormal novella from Elloras Cave.Three More Short Stories
By Madeleine Oh. 2014
Another trio of naughty stories from Madeleine Oh. A married couple celebrate an anniversary in a rather special way, a…
young woman gores to unusual and rather satisfying lengths to please her Turkish lover, and finally a young woman discovers a very specific use for a rather intriguing bed. The final read is an excerpt from Sunday afternoon with Mac a kinky novella from Elloras Cave.The Suitor (Short Story)
By Mary Balogh. 2013
Mary Balogh's charming and warm-hearted eBook original short story is a testament to the steadfast devotion of true love, as…
a young miss on the marriage mart cleverly plots to claim her one and only. If circumstances were different, Philippa Dean would be happy to fall in love with Viscount Darleigh. He is certainly the perfect gentleman and everything her parents want: titled, handsome, respectable. His blindness only reinforces his quiet power and strength. But Philippa does not love him. Her heart is already taken and there is only one thing she can do: Thwart the matchmaking plans. Julian Crabbe is desperate to rescue the woman he fell in love with two years ago. Then, he was a reckless cub, justly earning Philippa's parents' scorn. Now, he is every inch a respectable suitor and determined to prove it before it is too late. Intrude on the viscount's house party? Gladly. Interrupt the match of the season? Happily. For nothing can stop the power of a love that will not be denied. Includes a preview of Mary Balogh's delicious new novel, The Arrangement!Sweet Charity: A Short Story
By Monica Mcinerney. 2008
In this delightful eBook short story, Monica McInerney, internationally bestselling author of The Alphabet Sisters, returns to one of her…
warmest, wisest, and most memorable characters: the irrepressible Lola Quinlan, quick with a smile and spot of tea, who always has a generous dose of mischief up her sleeve. Lola Quinlan's small secondhand shop in the Clare Valley, Australia, is more than just a store--it's a loving community, a place to feel at home. In her golden years but still young at heart, Lola is delighted when the local teenagers start dropping in, browsing for outfits and gossiping about the upcoming school dance. Yet amid the flurry of excitement, Lola overhears some troubling news: One boy is planning a mean-spirited prank on a group of girls, and Lola does not intend to let him get away with it. With her dear friends by her side, she whips up a plan that will have the whole school talking, and will prove that nice guys--and girls--can finish first. Includes the first chapter of Monica McInerney's acclaimed The Alphabet Sisters, and an exclusive preview of her upcoming novel, Lola's Secret. Praise for Monica McInerney The Alphabet Sisters "Vivid characterizations and sharply honed dialogue . . . McInerney brings humor and insight to issues of sibling rivalry, family secrecy, and romantic betrayal."--The Boston Globe "[A] gentle, life-affirming story. We come away feeling better about the world and, maybe, just a little more tender towards those close to us."--Sydney Morning Herald (Australia) Lola's Secret "Exploring universal family issues of loss, rivalry, aging and grief, this is a warm, witty and moving novel."--Woman's Day (Australia) "[McInerney's] assured writing sparkles. . . . When you reach the end, [this novel] will leave you feeling like you've been given a huge, warm hug."--Hello! magazineHabits and love: short stories
By Rodney Donald Schumacher. 2002
Midsummer Delights: A Short Story Collection
By Eloisa James. 2018
Who Writes Cinderella Stories Better than Eloisa James?No Eloisa James fan should miss these enchanting short stories!A Midsummer Night’s Disgrace!After…
Miss Cecilia Bellingworth has endured two Seasons, she decides that she would rather ruin her reputation than endure further speculation about whether her children will be “silly,” like her brother, Billy. She puts on a gorgeous gown and decides to flirt outrageously with the first handsome servant she sees! Luckily, a gorgeous musician at the Duke of Ormond’s ball seems the perfect candidate to create a scandal… Don’t miss this charming version of Cinderella, previously published in the Essex Sisters Companion Guide.At MidnightElias Hempleworth-Gray has only one thing only of value—his title, Earl of Leyton. Determined to leave England and the scandal of his gambler father behind, Elias hopes to turn around his fortunes and come back to claim the lady he loves, Miss Penelope White. But Penny has other plans for the man she has loved all her life...plans that include a masquerade, a stolen kiss and a lost shoe.Poetry Slam: A Neurotica Short Story
By D. B. Shuster. 2014
Neurotica SeriesAcademia has never been so naughty.The university men in Professor Melanie Stevenson's life pressure her to take her proper…
place--under them. While the proper professor indulges in daring daydreams of ... submitting to their will, her "evil" twin cracks the whip, so to speak, to work out the kinks in higher education.Poetry Slam Professor Melanie Stevenson's naughty twin crashes an open mic event and lets everyone there, including the stranger she seduces, imagine the racy woman reciting suggestive poetry is the unplugged version of the uptight professor.Note: This is a short story, approximately 5,000 words in length.Scholarly Pursuit: A Neurotica Short Story
By D. B. Shuster. 2014
Neurotica SeriesAcademia has never been so naughty.The university men in Professor Melanie Stevenson's life pressure her to take her proper…
place--under them. While the proper professor indulges in daring daydreams of ... submitting to their will, her "evil" twin cracks the whip, so to speak, to work out the kinks in higher education.Scholarly Pursuit Professor Melanie Stevenson's chairman would like to continue the liaison Melanie's evil twin started while impersonating her. She has no knowledge of what took place during that heated encounter, but Simon wants more and will stop at nothing in his scholarly pursuit.Note: This is a short story, approximately 5,000 words in length.Midsummer Delights: A Short Story Collection
By Eloisa James. 2018
No Eloisa James fan should miss these enchanting short stories!A Midsummer Night's DisgraceEloisa revisits the scintillating world of the Essex…
Sisters with a story featuring a young lady, Cecilia Bellingworth, who has decided she would rather ruin her reputation than endure further speculation about whether her children will be 'silly', like her brother, Billy. After two failed seasons, Cecilia decides she will dress as she likes (in a scandalous red dress!) and flirt outrageously (with a scandalous pianist!). Fortunately, a gorgeous musician at the Duchess of Ormond's house party presents the perfect candidate for scandal . . .Previously published in the Essex Sisters Official Companion Guide.At MidnightElias Hempleworth-Gray has one thing and one thing only of value - his title, Earl of Leyton. Determined to leave England and the scandal of his gambler father behind, Elias hopes to turn his fortunes around and come back a respectable man to claim the only woman for him, Miss Penelope White. But Penny has other plans for the man she has loved all her life . . . plans that include a masquerade, a stolen kiss and a lost shoe.Previously published in the Fairy Tale sampler.Ever AfterWhen she was sixteen, Miss Violet Leighton spent one blissful month romping around her family estate with Rothwell Talcott - thirty days of shared kisses, culminating in a very illicit afternoon in a berry patch. As Rothwell leaves for his grand tour, he gives his word of honour that he will return for her. Four years and seven refused proposals later, Violet is about to give up and marry when he finally returns. Now the Duke of Cambridge, Rothwell wants to make her his duchess. But how can Violet trust the man who stole her virtue - and then broke her heart?Previously published in The Ugly Duchess.A Moment in Time: A Short Story
By Lyn Andrews. 2015
A heartwarming short story of turn-of-the-century Liverpool from the bestselling author of THE HOUSE ON LONELY STREET, perfect for readers…
of Dilly Court and Katie Flynn.Ellen Holt has grown up in the heart of Liverpool's slums. Each day brings worry and struggle for her mam and da and Ellen works hard as a factory girl to help her family. Together, they get by. She has never imagined any other existence until one night she joins a gathering of suffragettes. Suddenly anything seems possible. But she's soon to discover how much courage it takes to fight for better. And, just when all seems lost, Eddie Shaw walks into her world...Includes the first chapter of Lyn's captivating new novel FROM LIVERPOOL WITH LOVE.Cross Roads: A Short Story Collection
By Val McDermid. 2013
Available in ebook for the first time ever, this duo of classic short stories by Sunday Times number one bestseller,…
Val McDermid - Driving a Hard Bargain, The Road & the Miles to Dundee - brings back the popular Kate Brannigan and shows a different side of her writing. In Driving a Hard Bargain, PI Kate Brannigan investigates a car theft with a twist.In The Road & the Miles to Dundee, a moving father-daughter relationship is remembered through Scottish songs.The Milliner's Daughter: A Short Story
By Charlotte Betts. 2013
1666. When her apothecary husband sickens with the plague and the Great Fire sweeps through London, the beautiful, and now…
twice-widowed Arabella is left homeless and destitute. Determined to secure a better future for herself and her five children, she must find a new husband. When she meets the dull, but wealthy, Mr Goddard, Arabella dares to believe that her worries are over, until her charismatic and charming childhood sweetheart, Charlie, walks back into her life . . . In this exclusive digital short story, Charlotte Betts shares a stunning tale of passion filled to the brim with historical colour and flavour.Discover Piatkus Entice: temptation at your fingertips - www.piatkusentice.co.ukFirstborn: A Tudor Rose short story
By Alison Weir. 2022
FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES-BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE SIX TUDOR QUEENS SERIES.In this short prequel to Alison Weir's new novel, Elizabeth…
of York, The Last White Rose, the young princess is born - and the future of England hangs in the balance.The Palace of Westminster, 1466. As the Queen of England lies in her chamber, exhausted from childbirth, the court awaits news of the longed-for heir...The KingEdward prays for a son to ensure the succession of his line.The godfatherWarwick knows his influence over the King cannot last.The grandmotherCecily hopes her new grandchild will one day bring great fortune to England.The friendLord Hastings fears the growing hostility within King Edward's inner circle.The young rivalThe boy Henry does not yet know his own significance.The uncleRichard visits the new baby - and dreams that night of a golden crown.**Includes a preview of the spellbinding first novel in the Tudor Rose trilogy - Elizabeth of York, The Last White Rose**Firstborn: A Tudor Rose short story
By Alison Weir. 2022
FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES-BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE SIX TUDOR QUEENS SERIES.In this short prequel to Alison Weir's new novel, Elizabeth…
of York, The Last White Rose, the young princess is born - and the future of England hangs in the balance.The Palace of Westminster, 1466. As the Queen of England lies in her chamber, exhausted from childbirth, the court awaits news of the longed-for heir...The KingEdward prays for a son to ensure the succession of his line.The godfatherWarwick knows his influence over the King cannot last.The grandmotherCecily hopes her new grandchild will one day bring great fortune to England.The friendLord Hastings fears the growing hostility within King Edward's inner circle.The young rivalThe boy Henry does not yet know his own significance.The uncleRichard visits the new baby - and dreams that night of a golden crown.**Includes a preview of the spellbinding first novel in the Tudor Rose trilogy - Elizabeth of York, The Last White Rose**(P) 2022 Headline Publishing Group LtdA Moment in Time: A Short Story
By Lyn Andrews. 2015
A heartwarming short story of turn-of-the-century Liverpool from the bestselling author of THE HOUSE ON LONELY STREET, perfect for readers…
of Dilly Court and Katie Flynn.Ellen Holt has grown up in the heart of Liverpool's slums. Each day brings worry and struggle for her mam and da and Ellen works hard as a factory girl to help her family. Together, they get by. She has never imagined any other existence until one night she joins a gathering of suffragettes. Suddenly anything seems possible. But she's soon to discover how much courage it takes to fight for better. And, just when all seems lost, Eddie Shaw walks into her world...Includes the first chapter of Lyn's captivating new novel FROM LIVERPOOL WITH LOVE.Summer of Discontent: A Short Story
By M. C. Beaton. 1992
In this Regency romance novella, a proper young English lady spends her summer getting into mischief by masquerading as a…
servant girl.Cassandra, or Cassie to her friends, sticks out like a redheaded weed amidst her family of tidy blooms. At Bramfield Park, Cassie&’s prim parents and attractive older sister, Sophia, wish for nothing but an advantageous marriage for their eldest and prettiest—and for Cassie to stay out of the way. But when the surprisingly charming Lord Peter Courtney pays Bramfield a visit to take in Cassie&’s father&’s renowned collection of art—and, if the Earl of Wychhaven has anything to say about it, to add his daughter Sophia to Courtney&’s own collection—fate throws Cassie and the Lord together under most extraordinary circumstances. What began with a simple ruse to aid a friend grows more complex as Cassie&’s feelings for Lord Peter grow stronger, and soon she finds herself in over her head… From the New York Times–bestselling author of the Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series, M. C. Beaton&’s Regency romance novella, The Summer of Discontent, delivers an enchanting summertime tale of mistaken identities, unlikely friendships, and unexpected love.To Cut a Long Story Short
By Jeffrey Archer. 2000
"Cunning plots, silken style...Archer plays a cat-and-mouse game with the reader." — New York TimesFrom the master storyteller comes a masterful collection…
of fourteen riveting tales of elaborate confidence tricks, political chicanery, immoral behavior, and dangerously illicit affairs, rendered with the breathtaking narrative twists that have become the Jeffrey Archer hallmark.Here are stories that will engross and astonish, peopled with a rich assortment of truly memorable characters: the intoxicating woman who appears to her lover only once every six years; the British diplomat who employs his rather creative—if not entirely ethical—financial talents for a greater good; the millionaire who declares himself bankrupt to test the love and loyalties of those closest to him.This is Jeffrey Archer at the top of his form, as he offers us unique fables for our time and civilization, each one shining a harsh yet hypnotic light on that fascinating, complex being called "human."Woman on Top: A Neurotica Short Story
By D. B. Shuster. 2015
Neurotica SeriesAcademia has never been so naughty.The university men in Professor Melanie Stevenson's life pressure her to take her proper…
place--under them. While the proper professor indulges in daring daydreams of ... submitting to their will, her "evil" twin cracks the whip, so to speak, to work out the kinks in higher education.Woman on Top Professor Melanie Stevenson's "evil" twin decides the Department Chair needs to be punished for his... misdeeds in the library. While her kinky tease is designed to render poetic payback, another university woman takes Simon...in hand with a far more sinister and sophisticated version of "woman on top."Note: This is a short story, approximately 5,000 words in length.Twin Roses: A Beau Rivage Short Story
By Sarah Cross. 2014
A modern retelling of "Snow White and Rose Red" in the world of Kill Me Softly and Tear You Apart…
for fans of Once Upon a Time and Maleficent. Pearl and Ruby have always shared everything, including their Snow White and Rose Red curse. When they were little kids, that meant sharing Pop-Tarts and cartoons with Theo, the enchanted bear prince who came to visit them every winter, and then disappeared from their lives. And at seventeen, sharing is still their way of life--clothes, double dates, part-time jobs at their mom's cafe, Twin Roses. And then the harbinger of the second half of their curse shows up--the annoying man who caused the bear prince to be cursed in the first place who they must help if their prince--their fated love--is to return to their lives in human form, and they're ecstatic. But the sisters forgot one little detail. There are two of them, and only one Theo. And now only one of the sisters can have the happy ending.