Steal My Breath

A friends-to-lovers standalone novel with a sexy single dad from USA Today bestselling author Nina Levine. This bossy bartender is about to cross a line he knows he shouldn’t. But Callie St James isn’t a woman he can say no to any longer. Callie Luke Hardy is the bossiest man I know. Moody too. But I’ve had a thing for him since we met. I spend half my time arguing with him, and the other half drooling over him. I’m screwed now, though, because I just slept with him and I’ve decided I want a whole lot more than sex. Only problem is, Luke has a secret I never knew. The kind of secret that messes everything up. Luke Callie St James likes to argue with me over everything. It irritates the hell out of me. She also turns me on like no other woman ever has. There’s only one problem with that. I can’t date her. And now I’ve gone and screwed it all up by sleeping with her. This story contains all the panty-melting sexiness and alpha goodness that Nina Levine books are known for. "This story has it all—tension, angst, suspense and heartbreak. I've smiled, laughed, cried and was angry at some point wanting to shake them both. It is not often I feel so connected to the characters, but Nina has accomplished just that." - Amazon Reviewer Contemporary romance, friends to lovers romance.

A premier singer and master teacher here tells other singers how to get the most from 151 famous arias selected for their popularity or their greatness from 66 operas, ranging in time and style from Christopher Gluck to Carlisle Floyd, from Mozart to Menotti. “The most memorable thrills in an opera singer's life,” according to the author's Introduction, “may easily derive from the great arias in his or her repertoire.” This book continues the work Martial Singher has done, in performances, in concerts, and in master classes and lessons, by drawing attention “not only to precise features of text, notes, and markings but also to psychological motivations and emotional impulses, to laughter and tears, to technical skills, to strokes of genius, and even here and there to variations from the original works that have proved to be fortunate.” For each aria, the author gives the dramatic and musical context, advice about interpretation, and the lyric—with the original language (if it is not English) and an idiomatic American English translation, in parallel columns. The major operatic traditions—French, German, Italian, Russian, and American—are represented, as are the major voice types—soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor, baritone, bass-baritone, and bass. The dramatic context is not a mere summary of the plot but is a penetrating and often witty personality sketch of an operatic character in the midst of a situation. The musical context is presented with the dramatic situation in a cleverly integrated way. Suggestions about interpretation, often illustrated with musical notation and phonetic symbols, are interspersed among the author's explication of the music and the action. An overview of Martial Singher’s approach—based on fifty years of experience on stage in a hundred roles and in class at four leading conservatories—is presented in his Introduction. As the reader approaches each opera discussed in this book, he or she experiences the feeling of participation in a rehearsal on stage under an urbane though demanding coach and director. The Interpretive Guide will be of value to professional singers as a source of reference or renewed inspiration and a memory refresher, to coaches for checking and broadening personal impressions, to young singers and students for learning, to teachers who have enjoyed less than a half century of experience, and to opera broadcast listeners and telecast viewers who want to understand what goes into the sounds and sights that delight them..

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This book is a passage of stories carried out in poetry style on the journey I’ve been through while I was growing up and all the negatives I learned to turn into something positive. Something is better than nothing, making the most of all. I’d like to share all the thoughts I had while developing as a child to an adult to help teenagers and ones in need experience hard times by expressing though out my poetic diary..

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Scorned for agreeing to help an Arab couple excavate allegedly haunted grounds under their house, archaeologist Page Brookstone finds what may be the tomb of the prophet Jeremiah, as well as the remains of a woman, and intriguing scrolls documenting their relationship..

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Rain in the Wind brilliantly transforms two of the most life-giving elements in the universe; water and air, so they can be presented to you in a poetic and artistic form. The distinct relationship between poetry, art, and nature is displayed in a way that will heighten the passion of your awareness for what is truly beautiful. This piece of a literary dream touches the senses of humanity with enlightenment and a great refreshing for dry and weary souls. Rain in the Wind is an innovative collaborative work that shares the art of Dhanaraj Keezhara of India and the poetic and inspirational writings of local Tucson, AZ author Deneene A. Collins. The artwork exhibited in this book are embellished by the lively words that describe them and communicate their deep-seated meanings. The overall theme of this collection of creative masterpieces is the theoretical effect of rain upon our lives. In this book you will see pictures and read words that detail the influences and expressions of rain..

When fourteen-year-old Katerina Karaindrou was diagnosed with a rare and malignant form of bone cancer in January of 2018, she felt broken, trapped in fear and pain. Through a conversation with her doctor before starting chemotherapy, she embarked on a journey to discover how she could be brave in the midst of despair. Little did she know, the answer was hidden in her story. In Brave in the Broken, Katerina narrates her story of fighting cancer at fourteen and finding healing, purpose, and peace along the way. She tells a story of agonizing pain and suffering, yet one full of hope and meaning. She chronicles how walking on a path of faith and gratitude helped her defy the impossible and fight. Brave in the Broken follows Katerina’s journey as she finds the powerfully impactful miracles that she experienced during the suffering. She discovers how she can overcome despair through the choice to stay brave in the face of fear and affliction..

"As addictive as it is unpredictable."—Natasha Preston, New York Times bestselling author of The Twin and The Cellar From Natalie D. Richards, the New York Times bestselling author of YA psychological thriller books, comes a romance suspense story about a girl who helps the boy next door—but he might be dangerous, perfect for fans of Megan Miranda and Karen McManus. Emerson May is "the good girl." She's the perfect daughter, the caring friend, the animal shelter volunteer. But when her best friend's brother breaks into her room, his hands covered in blood, she doesn't scream or call the cops. Because when Deacon smiles at her, Emmie doesn't want to be good... The whole town believes notorious troublemaker Deacon is guilty of assaulting his father. Only Emmie knows a secret that could set him free. But if she follows her heart, she could be trusting a killer... You can't always trust the boy next door. Perfect for readers who want: Teenage mystery books Page-turning romance Edge-of-your-seat twists Also by Natalie D. Richards: Five Total Strangers Six Months Later Gone Too Far One Was Lost We All Fall Down What You Hide Praise for My Secret to Tell: "Brimming with suspense and intrigue."—Megan Miranda, New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls "[R]eaders who enjoy heavy doses of psychological and romantic tension will not be disappointed."—VOYA "Plenty of fun and plenty to relate to in this coming-of-age romance with an adrenaline rush."—Kirkus Reviews.

She stole his car and his crown. She never meant to steal his heart. Grace Sparrow is tired of scraping by on stolen crumbs. When she peels out with a hot set of wheels and a royal crown in the passenger seat, she's confident that she can leave her old life behind forever. Maybe she can even try to be honest for a change. An ill-timed glance at her prize sends her flying off the road. And who should pull her from the wreckage but the billionaire prince to whom the car and crown rightfully belong? Instead of throwing Grace in prison, Damon Lion takes her home. Between a suspicious bodyguard, a bitter ex, and an angry king, the palace is less than welcoming. Despite it all, Grace finds herself admiring Damon's charm, confidence, and kindness. But can she overlook the fact that she's had to steal to survive while he could purchase small countries with a snap of his fingers? Even if a commoner like her could hope to capture a royal heart, what would she have to give? Stealing a prince may be her most difficult heist yet. keywords: royal romance, royalty, billionaire, billionaire romance, new adult, alpha male.

Dive into this fun and quirky Urban Fantasy novel that draws from Asian mythology! You know that sickly feeling in the pit of your stomach when things have not just gone wrong, but very, very wrong? Yeah, that feeling. Like when you find yourself alone, facing off against an angry pontianak, a type of Asian vampire, who on top of being powerful, magical, and deadly, hates your guts. At the time the risk seemed worth it to find out more about my magic. Now? I wish I’d just stuck to barbering the supernatural. Given my weak magic, I’m going to have to find a way to talk myself out of this. Fast. Grab Marked by Azurite to find out whether I make it. Fans of the following authors are known to enjoy this urban fantasy series: Lindsay Buroker, Leanne Leads, Kelly St. Clare, Emma Scott, Rebecca Hamilton, Elizabeth Briggs, Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti, Harley Laroux, Jaymin Eve, Deborah Wilde, Shannon Mayer, Michelle Madow, Kate Danley, P.C. James, Janet Butler Male, Bobbi Holmes, Anna J. McIntrye Keywords: Urban fantasy, UF, urban fantasy series, Asian urban fantasy, Asian magical creatures, werewolves, dragons, vampires, fairies, fae, shapeshifters, paranormal, snarky urban fantasy, snappy banter, funny urban fantasy, urban fantasy with strong female lead, magic, asian mythology, original world-building, contemporary fantasy, paranormal books, vampire fantasy, fun urban fantasy, humorous urban fantasy books, supernatural thrillers books, supernatural powers, magic, come into powers..

The fish in the sea is not thirsty -- but man is. Man lives in God, and is absolutely unaware of it. Man is born in God, breathes in God, and one day will dissolve in God. MAN IS GOD, made of the stuff called God, and yet completely oblivious of the fact. The fish is not thirsty in the sea, but man is. God is the sea -- God surrounds you, within and without. All that is is divine. God is not a person: God is the presence that is overflowing everywhere in all directions. The radiance, the beauty of existence, the splendour, the majestic, the miraculous, the mysterious -- the whole magic of life is God. God has not to be worshipped: God has to be lived. And to live God you need not go anywhere -- you are already in him. To live God you need not cultivate any character. God is already the case. He is your consciousness..

I had everything I had ever wanted… And it meant nothing. Because the love of my life had lost everything. My career was exactly where I’d wanted it—I was on a great team, getting lots of playing time, and I’d finally won the ultimate prize. But Bailey was hurting, and I couldn’t live knowing that. I loved her more than my life, my job, my dreams. She was my dream now. And I would do anything to save her so that she could live out hers. So Pucking Over It is the final book in Axel and Bailey’s story!.

To My Future... is a book of short stories that everyone can relate to. The story "My Firstborn, Janese" is of a mother who is pouring out her love for her child. This story will make you have tears in your eyes and tug some strings in your heart. It does not matter if you are woman/man who is considering becoming a first-time parent. When you start thinking about the feeling, you will relate. Even if you are married or dating or is going through a hiccup in your relationship, To My Future... will captivate your mind and hearts as you read through the stories. Whether you messed up in your relationship or are even starting a new one, this book will give you comfort and love, as well as make you think before you react to any situation. It will help you build up the courage to act for the man/woman you are falling in love with. You will not be disappointed after opening the book. I promise you it will draw you to each story. To My Future... would have a man/woman who is seeking to marry say something like this: "You were brought into my life as a blessing. I am forever grateful to have you and forever grateful to spend the rest of my life with you. As your new husband/wife, I will cherish you as my husband/wife and lover. You are my forever love for all eternity. I am so glad you're my wife/husband and my heartbeat.".

Joseph Fountain writes a passionate book ofpoems. This book of poetry is easy to read and hard toput down. Anyone who has ever loved or lovedand lost will love this book.Joseph Fountain is an elementary school teacher in Vermont..