Ghost Hand

      Ripley Patton
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Seventeen-year-old Olivia Black has a rare birth defect known as Psyche Sans Soma, or PSS. Instead of a right hand made of flesh and blood, she was born with a hand made of ethereal energy. How does Olivia handle being the girl with the ghost hand? Well, she's a little bit morbid and a whole lot snarky. Her mother thinks her obsession with death, black clothing, and the local cemetery is a bid for attention. But when Marcus, the new guy in Olivia's calculus class, stares at her like she's a freak, Olivia doesn't like it. And when her hand goes rogue, doing things she never imagined possible, Olivia finds herself running for her life with Marcus from a group of men bent on taking the power of her hand for their own nefarious purposes. NEWLY DESIGNED COVER FOR 2015

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    The Vineyard

      Maria Duenas
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New York Times bestselling author Maria Dueñas returns with The Vineyard, a magnificent story of ambition, heartbreak, and desire set in the 1860s Mexico, Cuba, and Spain—perfect for fans of Kate Morton and Kristin Hannah.Mauro Larrea's fortune, the result of years of hardship and toil, comes crashing down on the heels of a calamitous event. Swamped by debt and uncertainty, he gambles the last of his money in a daring play that wins him an abandoned house and a vineyard an ocean away. Mauro travels to Andalusia de Jerez in Spain with every intention of selling the property and returning to Mexico. That is, until he meets the unsettling Soledad Montalvo, the widow of a London wine merchant who bursts into his life unannounced, determined to protect her family's legacy. Before long, Mauro finds himself immersed in the rich culture of the sherry trade. As his feelings for Soledad ripen into a consuming passion, he seeks to restore the vineyard to its...

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    The Last of the Lost Boys

      N. D. Wilson
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From the bestselling author of 100 Cupboards comes the spellbinding finale of the Outlaws of Time series, perfect for fans of Armand Baltazar’s Timeless: Diego and the Rangers of the Vastlantic or Soman Chainani’s School of Good and Evil series. Alex always thought his life was boring at best. But when he learns that his favorite time-traveling heroes Sam and Glory are his real parents, Alex realizes he never needed to dream of an elsewhere. Just an elsewhen. But when Alex sets out to find Father Tiempo, he is ambushed and transformed into the powerful villain El Terremento. Now there’s not a second to waste. Unless Sam and Glory Miracle can stop the son they didn’t even know they were going to have—let alone lose—history will be unhinged, for good.

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    Fall for Anything

      Courtney Summers
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From the author of Cracked Up to Be and Some Girls Are comes Courtney Summers's Fall or Anything, a gripping story about one girl's search for clues into the mysterious death of her father. When Eddie Reeves's father commits suicide her life is consumed by the nagging question of why? Why when he was a legendary photographer and a brilliant teacher? Why when he seemed to find inspiration in everything he saw? And, most important, why when he had a daughter who loved him more than anyone else in the world? When she meets Culler Evans, a former student of her father's and a photographer himself, an instant and dangerous attraction begins. Culler seems to know more about her father than she does and could possibly hold the key to the mystery surrounding his death. But Eddie's vulnerability has weakened her and Culler Evans is getting too close. Her need for the truth keeps her hanging on...but are some questions better left unanswered?

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    Masques

      Patricia Briggs
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When the peaceful kingdom of Reth is overrun by Geoffrey ae'Magi, the evil master of illusion, Aralorn, weaponsmistress of the shapechanging race, and her companion, Wolf, attempt to overthrow him. Experience the fantasy and adventure of #1 New York Times bestselling author Patricia Brigg's first published novel—the thrilling start of the Sianim series...After an upbringing of proper behavior and oppressive expectations, Aralorn fled her noble birthright for a life of adventure as a mercenary spy. But her latest mission involves more peril than she ever imagined. Agents of Sianim have asked her to gather intelligence on the increasingly popular and powerful sorcerer Geoffrey ae'Magi. Soon Aralorn comes to see past the man's striking charisma—and into a soul as corrupt and black as endless night. And few have the will to resist the sinister might of Geoffrey and his minions. So Aralorn, aided by her enigmatic companion, Wolf, join the growing rebellion against the ae'Magi. But in a war against an enemy armed with the powers of illusion, how do you know who the true enemy is—or where he will strike next?

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    Eight Cousins; Or, The Aunt-Hill

      Louisa May Alcott
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When Rose Campbell, a shy orphan, arrives at "The Aunt Hill" to live with her six aunts and seven boisterous male cousins, she is quite overwhelmed. How could such a delicate young lady, used to the quiet hallways of a girls' boarding school, exist in such a spirited home? It is the arrival of Uncle Alec that changes everything. Much to the horror of her aunts, Rose's forward-thinking uncle insists that the child get out of the parlor and into the sunshine. And with a little courage and lots of adventures with her mischievous but loving cousins, Rose begins to bloom. Written by the beloved author of Little Women, Eight Cousins is a masterpiece of children's literature. This endearing novel offers readers of all ages an inspiring story about growing up, making friends, and facing life with strength and kindness. Includes vintage illustration!

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    Bound to Rise; Or, Up the Ladder

      Jr. Horatio Alger
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An inspirational story about how individual traits and efforts help one to rise and progress. It is the story that eloquently compares and contrasts between two characters: their attitudes, efforts and consequently their success and failure. It centers around a fourteen-year-old boy named Harry who leaves home in search of work. He is determined to pay a debt his father was forced to incur. By hard work and perseverance as well as his motto "Live and Learn" Harry overcomes challenges to meet his goal and returns victorious.

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    The Road To Price

      Justine Elvira
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*Revised/Edited with new cover- May 2014Original publication: March 2013Mia Dechino is running from her traumatic past and the death of a loved one. Sebastian is cocky, arrogant, and a womanizer, but he might be what Mia is searching for. Can Mia move past the pain she has in her heart and finally begin to be happy? Or will the guilt of a loved one’s death destroy her. .*Recommended for 17+*Revised/Edited with new cover- May 2014Original publication: March 2013Your life can change when you least expect it but the love of the right person can make those changes bearable.Mia Dechino is running from her traumatic past and the death of a loved one. Heartbroken and numb, she packs a bag and is ready to escape the small town in Georgia where she grew up. Heading off to Miami to start over, she meets Sebastian Price on an interview from hell. Sebastian is cocky, arrogant, and a womanizer, but he might be what Mia is searching for. Mia tries to keep her distance from Sebastian but the connection between them is unavoidable. Their attraction slowly builds as the line between employee and employer blurs. At twenty-three years old, Mia has gone through more than most people have in a lifetime. Can Mia move past the pain she has in her heart and finally begin to be happy? Or will the guilt of a loved one’s death destroy her. .*Recommended for 17+ due to subject matter and sexual content.

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    Rosehaven

      Catherine Coulter
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From the #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR. When heiress Hastings Trent is joined with warrior Severin Langthorne in marriage, she must uncover the mystery surrounding a secluded estate known as Rosehaven.

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    Mind Tryst

      Robyn Carr
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A breakthrough contemporary thriller from a veteran historical novelist. Jackie Sheppard thought she left the fears of the city behind when she moved to the pristine Colorado Rockies. But her relationship with a man, whose bizarre physical and emotional demands slowly begin to reveal pieces of his mysterious past, tests her indomitable survival instincts to their limit.

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    Ignite

      Kelly Elliott
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There were two things Emmit Lewis loved. Racing cars and Adaline Morgan. Time was stolen from the two young lovers and Emmit vowed never again would he allow anything to come between the two of them. Blurred lines both on and off the track have Emmit being tested beyond his limits. Will he reach the checkered flag and ignite Adaline’s heart, or will he be black-flagged and lose everything he has ever dreamed of? Book one in the Speed series.

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    Zachary Pill, Of Monsters and Magic

      Tim Greaton
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Zachary Pill isn’t human and is angry that no one bothered to tell him that. After his father disappears and his uncle abandons him to live with a bizarre family friend, he learns that two supernatural creatures are desperate to capture him…and that doesn’t include the vicious bats, flying snakes or the terrifying yellow-eyed creature that hangs by its talons outside his bedroom window.Zachary Pill isn’t human and is angry that no one bothered to tell him that. After his father disappears and his uncle abandons him to live with a bizarre family friend, he learns that not one but two supernatural creatures are desperate to capture him…and that doesn’t include the vicious bats, flying snakes or the terrifying yellow-eyed creature that hangs by its talons outside his bedroom window. From the moment he touches his first magic wand, Zachary Pill is destined to follow in his mysterious family’s footsteps. It’s unfortunate that most of them are dead.First book in the Zachary Pill series. Ages 8 and up. 252 pages.

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    A Gift of Ghosts

      Sarah Wynde
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Akira Malone believes in the scientific method, Einstein’s theory of relativity and that the ghosts she sees are dangerous leftover electromagnetic energy. Zane Latimer believes in telepathy, auras and that playing Halo with your employees is an excellent management technique. And that Akira might be able to help his family's lost loved ones. But can Akira face her fears and accept her gift?Akira Malone believes in the scientific method, evolution, and Einstein’s theory of relativity. And ghosts.All the logic and reason in the world can’t protect her from the truth—she can see and communicate with spirits. As far as she’s concerned, though, her ability is a genetic quirk and the ghosts she encounters are simply leftover electromagnetic energy. Dangerous electromagnetic energy.Zane Latimer believes in telepathy, precognition, auras, and that playing Halo with your employees is an excellent management technique. He also thinks that maybe, just maybe, Akira can help his family get in touch with their lost loved ones.But will Akira ever be able to face her fears and accept her gift? Or will Zane’s relatives be trapped between life and death forever?

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    Proceed to Section Z

      Marcos Donnelly
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“Proceed to Section Z” is a short story written in a choose-your-own-adventure format. Simultaneously slapstick, literary, and charmingly post-apocalyptic, the story started as a fun thought experiment and wound up inspiring the novel THE MOSTLY WEIRD CHRONICLES OF STEFFAN McFESSEL, also by Ted Wenskus and Marcos Donnelly. Like the free story? Then you'll love the SMASHWORDS novel.By Ted Wenskus and Marcos Donnelly.“Proceed to Section Z” is a parody of the old choose-your-own-adventure format popular in paper books of decades past. This short story, the post-apocalyptic adventures of reluctant hero Steffan McFessel, started as a fun thought experiment and wound up inspiring the novel THE MOSTLY WEIRD CHRONICLES OF STEFFAN McFESSEL, also by Ted Wenskus and Marcos Donnelly.Both literary and slapstick, the work offers two ways to enjoy the plot: (1) by selecting what characters do next at the end of each mini-section and making a one-click jump to the next scene; or (2) by reading straight through all optional scenes to see how the authors mix up the fun and put their characters through their paces.If you enjoy this work, be sure to get your own copy of the full novel (with similar characters but a completely different madcap plot) at Smashwords!

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    Dream Whispers

      K.L. Bauman
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Kayde Harper is haunted by a cosuming power he cannont control. Hoping to escape the darkness, he flees to the north. There, he finds a love that could save him,or drive him deeper into insanity.Becca Snow thinks she's found her angel in Kayde. But when he tries to kill her, all memories of him fall into a void. Will their love be enough to for Becca to remember, and save them from Death's grasp?Please take a moment to write a review of this book. Thank you

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    Wolf at the Door

      MaryJanice Davidson
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The howlingly good spin-off of the Undead series from the New York Times bestselling author. Rachel, a werewolf/accountant, is asked to keep one eye on Vampire Queen Betsy Taylor and the other peeled for a rogue werewolf who's itching to start a war. But her attention is mostly on a sexy, mysterious stranger she wishes she could trust.

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    Taming Kane, Claiming Mia

      Nichole Lynn
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Mia finds it hard to concentrate when the very sight of Kane makes her heart race and her body ache with wanting him. When she successfully infiltrates herself into Kane’s world and family, she begins to fall head over heels for him and wonders if Kane is the toxic bachelor Tinley believes him to be……And if he isn’t, will he love her when he learns Mia’s true identity?Leaving the freelance world for a permanent writing gig at the highly successful CHIC Magazine should satisfy Mia Childs, right? Wrong. Mia wants her own column, and she knows getting in good with her editor, Tinley Malone, can make that happen. Thing is, Tinley has her own agenda, getting back at her ex, physical therapist Kane Parker for breaking her heart, and using Mia to make it happen.Convincing Mia she’s the best writer at the magazine, Tinley offers Mia her own column ~ if Mia agrees to expose Kane as a “toxic bachelor” by any means necessary. Mia jumps at the opportunity, almost as crazy as Tinley to believe she can make a man love her and then bring him to his knees.There’s only one problem. Kane. Mia finds it hard to concentrate when the very sight of Kane makes her heart race and her body ache with wanting him. When she successfully infiltrates herself into Kane’s world and family, she begins to fall head over heels for him and wonders if Kane is the toxic bachelor Tinley believes him to be……And if he isn’t, will he love her when he learns Mia’s true identity?

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    The Judas Solution

      Timothy Zahn
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Damon Lathe, Allen Caine, and the Blackcollar drug-enhanced combat team want to infiltrate a Ryqril-conquered colony, a tactical center where the whole sector's military data flows through against the Chryselli. But Ryqruil Prefect Jamus Galway of Plinry has a clone duplicate of Allen ready.

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