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In less than twenty-four hours—before Alexia Leighton is scheduled to return to Miami from spring break in Jamaica—a group of friends betray her in a grisly assault that stops a heartbeat away from murder. The seventeen-year-old prays for the mercy of death. She survives. While on the road to recovery, Alexia's attackers become victims of mysterious acts of violence, leaving authorities confounded and racing against time to prevent another deadly attack. Concern looms, as the perpetrator has proven to be two steps ahead of them at every turn.

Compiled by the Dark Poet Princess, Xtina Marie, here are 16 delectably horrific tales of the sinister side of dark romance, where not everything is hearts and flowers, and moonlight strolls hand-in-hand with your beautiful soulmate. This phenomenal anthology - named in honor of that unique part of the female anatomy believed by some to summon satan himself - overflows with the darkest storytelling and the brightest talent on the independent writing scene today: Madison Estes, John Leonard, J.N. Cameron, Arista Cyrene, Steve Wands, Joe Palumbo, Jeremy Billingsley, and more.

Glamorous Cara De Rosa has it all: a successful and rapidly expanding chain of family-run Italian restaurants, friends aplenty and an imminent marriage to a much younger man. When she collapses during a family party, all signs point to a heart attack. But Cara knows better. Someone wants her dead. Granddaughter Sienna already knows what it's like to want answers. This time she's determined to get them. Because at De Rosa's, someone needs to pay.

On October 23, 2012, with Superstorm Sandy fast approaching, Captain Robin Walbridge made the fateful decision to sail the HMS Bounty from New London, Connecticut, to St. Petersburg, Florida, believing the wooden ship, a replica of the original, famous Bounty, would fare better at sea than at port. He told the crew that anyone who did not want to come on the voyage could leave the ship and there would be no hard feelings. No one took the captain up on his offer, and this decision would have fatal consequences.

An expatriate businessman, Gregg Westwood, leaves the Officers’ Club at an American Air Base in Japan unaware about the impression he’s made on two intelligence agents. They sized him up as someone with potential for strategic deployment, and more importantly, he's under the radar. Gregg's exploits start with what he thinks is a one-off assignment as a courier, and the straightforward task spirals out of control. He's forced to rise to the occasion and use every resource available to survive. Even his family is jeopardized which forces him to return to Japan to settle scores.

"After Dinner Conversation" Magazine - September 2021 Evening Star: Two bullied school children decide to reveal their true selves to their classmates and suffer the consequences. Conscience Cleaners: A genuinely repentant criminal appeals to the court to have his memory erased of the crime he committed. The Room Above: A convicted criminal wakes to an erased memory and finds he is part of a strange government rehabilitation program. Appreciating Hate: Police do a wellness check to a home and find a man who has been systematically working to remove art that glorifies the vile. The Showing: ...

This is a 15,700 word story about a rancher who is bitter and jilted but takes in a woman and three kids to spend Christmas because the woman is homeless. But can the two heal each other and build a new life? Can they create new family Christmas Traditions and close the past? This is a clean romance, fast read. Thank you for considering this escapist read.

"A coppertop steam engine has disappeared," explains a train boiler inspector as he visits Sherlock Holmes at 221B, "and not by the whim of drunken youths." Something sinister is afoot, and Holmes learns as he takes on the mystery that criminals have designs upon using the locomotive for purposes never imagined by its designers.

Stained Glass Myths is a collection of 28 award-winning stories by young adults. These stories encompass a wide range of genres, inviting listeners to explore a wealth of important themes passionately crafted by these young writers - from a teenager going down memory lane after a tragic event at her school to a Jewish boy who writes letters to his older sister who’s been taken to Auschwitz.

"A coppertop steam engine has disappeared," explains a train-boiler inspector as he visits Sherlock Holmes at 221B, "and not by the whim of drunken youths." Something sinister is afoot, and Holmes learns as he takes on the mystery that criminals have designs upon using the locomotive for purposes never imagined by its designers.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Dangers of the FrizzleCore! Meet Oliver, a shy and curious thirteen-year-old boy who finds himself in a brand-new town. Struggling to make friends, he discovers comfort in his two passions: the great outdoors and technology. Little does he know that these interests will lead to an incredible journey beyond his wildest imagination! When Oliver joins a club at his new school, he finally meets a girl named Kat, who becomes an amazing friend. The pair, along with Oliver’s loyal and furry sidekick, Rusty the dog, set off on an extraordinary quest, ...

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Reverand Campbell delivers an exhilarating speech on the unfair treatment of the African American man in the United States military. The pay was so drastically different between the white and African American soldiers that Campbell felt the need to pressure Congress into passing a bill that equalized pay.

While assisting Holmes in an embezzlement case in Falmouth, Watson is called to aid Mrs. Ranstead, the survivor of a shipwreck. She and crewman Cluney were the only survivors from a ship that was transporting an ancient meteorite from St. John's to Falmouth.

"Reflection" is an enthralling science fiction novel that immerses listeners in a captivating tale set on a forsaken planet. Unum, one of the humans abducted, finds herself trapped on the planet, longing for a semblance of normalcy and yearning to return to earth.

This is a short read about a woman who sees her neighbor in trouble and rushed out to help him. Shy, Connie longs for the man but worries Lucas will never get over the loss of his late wife and twin girls. But will the news media be too much, or will Connie save Lucas and have a chance at a happy ever after with the man she has watched for years. Lucas, feeling used and fooled by his late wife, misses her, despite the deceit. Can he forgive enough to take a chance on love with the neighbor? Fast clean read with an unexpected pregnancy thrown in.

"How do you stop yourself from growing up?" Unlock the continuing mind-bending possibilities of ethical and moral dilemmas with "After Dinner Conversation - Season Five," the next installment of the must-read collection of the best short stories from the critically acclaimed After Dinner Conversation magazine series. Spanning all genres, from science-fiction to historical fiction and everything in between, each story is guaranteed to captivate you and leave you questioning your own beliefs. Perfect for philosophy students and fiction lovers alike, each story comes with five suggested ...

Lex Pacificatoria is a peace, justice, & human rights podcast hosted by Michael J. Campbell. Each episode, a researcher or practitioner is interviewed allowing listeners to learn about their work. Reduce your reading list by listening to the expert voices tell their own stories. If you're interested in international law, political science, global affairs, or the inner workings of the top global courts, this is the podcast for you.

Possessed Passions is a 48,232 word romance book. This book is escapist reading and deals with premarital sex although the actual docking procedures appear behind closed doors. This is the fictional story of a woman in Cincinnati who has children and their father has passed. She meets his brother and is practically possessed by passion for him. But she has a big problem. Her father is a serial murderer and he will kill her if she get's involved with Scott. But she can't fight for her life and fight her growing attraction to Scott. She decides she needs him and his entire family to keep her ...

Cassie Brown fears she will soon be out on her ear, especially if her brother Rodney has his way. Desperate, she decides to sell of her small herd of cattle. After meeting the man willing to purchase her cattle, Rancher Corey Rothwell, Cassie can't help but dream of a happy life with Corey. He has a sadness she would like to heal. Corey Rothwell, a rancher estranged from his family, can't help it, he can't get Cassie Brown out of his mind. The little darlin' is taking care of her family. Despite the hurt from his wife leaving him for his brother, Corey decided he needs to figure out a way ...