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Sir David La Roche, Knight Templar, is a renowned warrior who hires his services out to weary travelers wishing to visit the Holy Lands, in the Year of Our Lord, 1229 A.D.

He is bored with such endeavors and determined to wed Lady Beatrice, a wealthy heiress whose lands Sir David will inherit upon her father's death, of course.

The Templar has it all planned out, until a wistful, energetic young woman enters his life.

His word is his bond. He has given it, which means it is set in stone. Why then, does his thoughts turn to Isabella Kingsley at night, why is his dreams haunted by that pretty face, that sensual body.

A group of Vampires living in the modern-day world. Several, Edwin Aldemeer included, are centuries old.Edwin is a member of the elite warrior class of vampires who protects a council of elders that acts as the governing body for these creatures.He is ruthless, cunning, intelligent and has never been defeated in battle.Althea Adams is a recently turned daughter of Marcus Grigory Ignatius whose bloodlines run back to Roman times. Marcus is an Ancient. His power knows no bounds.Humans are mortal enemies of the Realm. The Code does not allow for any fraternization. The penalty is death for all concerned.Althea has learned of a young vampire who has fallen in love with a human female.Dispatching...

SHE HOLDS A TROUBLING SECRET FROM HER PASTGrace Morgan has done well for herself during the turbulent times of WWII, but longs for something more intriguing in life than the mundane.HE’S HER PROTECTORHer long-time friend and confidant, J.D. McGinnis, is finally back in Chicago, where both have landed positions at WLS Radio Station. Riddled with guilt regarding his haunting history, the now dishonorably discharged Vet is recruited to run covert operations for the government.HOT OFF THE WIREBrigadier General Thomas J. Ellis is a master at concealing his many classified projects and dodging nosey reporters. What he doesn’t expect is fighting an attraction to a beguiling and determined red-h...

Jack Davis, Las Vegas Police Detective is reeling from having lost his star witness in a murder case.He has fallen in love with the enigmatical, lovely woman Alexis Wright. But for her safety, relinquished the waif-like enchantress to the more capable hands of the U.S. Marshalls who promptly place his ‘Weena’ into the Witness Relocation Program, to protect her life.Or...did they.Jack has no memory of that day, in reality and only knows what others have told him.He senses something amiss but...life goes on, they say. Especially when a guy has no other choice.Seven long, lonely months later, a series of murders supposedly committed by a vampire, for the victims are drained of blood and exh...

The most powerful Commander in the Gaian Fleet, The Warrior Prince is what his people call him.M’Kal Du’lac is in line to take the highest position in the Land…the Regency itself.The male has no interest in politics or his bloodlines. He is content with his ship, the Galleon. Always has been until, she transferred on board.Galea S’Lar, Science Officer, Battle Cruiser Galleon. Daughter of a revered, honored Pro Council Member who won his fame in the bloodied battles of De’Kesh, years ago.G’ard S’lar first crossed the Forbidden Zone, chancing Inter-Galactic war in search of adventure and wealth in the newly forming United Planets restricted Space. He found a beautiful human with ...

Captain Jack Davies LVPD, has a problem.
The only witness to a mop-style murder is...an alien.
Of course, she isn't really from outer space, surely... even though, all the evidence points to one conclusion.

Jack Davis has never mixed business with pleasure but there is something about this waif-like female that brings out the 'protective' in the man.

Responsible person only need apply?  That's Jack Davis.

So how does he protect this unique witness.

Maybe with the help of his close friend and confidant, William Novak, head of the Paranormal/Psychology department at Georgetown University, they can come up with a feasible plan to save this young woman's life.

Or maybe not...

Sgt. Sean Patrick McAroy is a hard-bitten, no-nonsense war-weary veteran who is well accustomed to difficult assignments. This latest, given over by Lt. James Lafferty, is one for the record books, however.Charged with escorting a lovely red headed woman who just happens to be a brilliant scientist, is one he would rather his squad not have to undertake.Females in a war zone spells more than trouble…it could mean one of his men’s life, or maybe even his if something goes awry, which it invariably does where a woman is concerned, or at least, that is Sgt. McAroy’s belief from past experience.Only problem is, the Sgt did not expect to find himself somewhat attracted to this woman/child. ...

Alien entities intercede in a scientist's experiment for their own agenda.

Andre Bouchard is the equivalent of a latter-day Dr. Frankenstein, or so rumor has it.

Having recently lost his eight year old son, Christian, the good doctor is obsessed with understanding the secrets of life and death. And now, he has accidentally 'created' a living, breathing specimen known as 'Adam' from former dead tissue...

Or so the man believes.

Truth is stranger than supposed fact.

'Adam' is not what he seems and the first thing he takes note of is: Emily Bouchard, the mad scientist's lovely, sensual daughter.

 

 

She finds herself awakening in an unfamiliar room, accompanied by a man she has never seen before.
Her past is a complete blank.
She doesn't even know her own name.
Instantly drawn to this volatile, moody
male, her instincts is all she has to rely
upon.
Regrettably, the man's cold and hostile demeanor serves only to exacerbate the situation.
How has she wronged him? The future seems bleak and frightening.
She must gather the frayed fragments of her existence, piece by precious piece.

Grace Morgan's world just fell apart.
J.D. McGinnis just crushed her heart into tiny little pieces. And now, the bastard has gone off on one of his 'covert' assignments, leaving a 'Dear John' Letter behind proclaiming his undying love and affection.
The one man she thought would never let her down, has just proven just how callous and cruel he can be.
General Thomas J. Ellis sees an opportunity to ingratiate himself into the young girl's life. Will he prove the 'rock' of stability Grace desperately needs, or will he too...bring her to her knees.

Grace finds herself alone in the world, out of her comfort zone, having to get by on her instincts and guile. It seems like she is back to square one in her life. Starting fresh, with no prospects, no friends, and no one to turn to any longer.She feels abandoned by the Fates, facing an uncertain future which holds little in the way of happiness or contentment.Grace is stronger than she thinks. Grace is a survivor. She now religiously guards her heart, builds walls to hide behind, and refuses to allow any person into that solitary existence where she finds a measure of security.Life goes on for Grace Morgan. Only problem there? It seems to be a dark and lonely place where heartache is her onl...

Seth McFarland has found a female he adores.
Hester Hughes is everything he ever wanted in a woman.
The lovely redhead sparks his imagination and
heats his loins with passion.
The Viking warrior has waited a long time.
They will get their happily-ever-after...finally.
Or...will they.
Obstacle after obstacle keeps cropping up.
Was this union truly meant to be?

Meet Magbean, a bubbly little bean with big ideas and even bigger feelings. When Magbean spots a quiet new bean named Magbroccoli, he's eager to become instant best friends. But things don’t go quite as planned …In this sweet and funny story about patience, empathy, and understanding, Magbean learns that real friendships take time and that being kind is the best place to start.Set on the colourful shores of Beanpie Island, You Can’t Rush Friendships is the first book in the Magbean!™ series, celebrating diversity, emotional resilience, and the magic of growing at your own pace.Perfect for ages 4–9, this gentle tale is ideal for helping kids navigate social cues, respect boundaries,...