The Viola Factor is in many ways a journey of life done in baby steps, tentatively stumbling, until a galloping stride is achieved. Viola Knapp wears different shoes on different days. Heavy, mud-trekking boots to allow for aggressive steps, and daintier shoes for more rhythmic and assertive ones. She was a diligent daughter, an outspoken protector, and a progressive teacher.

Like many women in her situation, alone at seventeen, Viola must realize her own principles to fulfill her future goals. With every stride, Viola Knapp Ruffner marches around surprises, over potholes, and dodges folly after folly on her journey to be fulfilled. After ambling in one direction, plodding along in another, and wandering to find herself, a sudden halt pushes her forward until a factor of fate places her on the path of a newly freed slave with a desire to read and penchant to lead. After years of post-traumatic stress and mental uncoupling, she finds herself a woman who followed her mother’s dying wish to fight for what is fair and just.

Finn Hayes is what girls my age would call “stupid hot.” He’s handsome, has brown eyes that remind me of warm chocolate chip cookies, and a tall, muscular build that makes marble sculptures jealous.

Green flag, right?

Wrong.

He’s also broody, closed off, and so complex that it feels like I need a decoder to crack him.

He’s unlike anyone I’ve ever met and fights like he came out of the womb swinging, taking down both my ex-boyfriend and an ex-UFC fighter with ease.

But the underground society at our college known as Double C has nothing on him in the secrets department, and it’s that mysterious edge that keeps me coming back for more.

This is more than the story of how Finn and I fell in love.

This is proof that love has a learning curve. Sometimes you succeed, and sometimes…it destroys you.

Author Note: Learning Curve is a New Adult Romance standalone that is book one in the Dickson University Series. This highly-addictive series will follow the grown-up Billionaire Bad Boy kids and long-lost Winslow siblings as they navigate college life and relationships. Buckle up for all the college drama, romance, spice, angst, and humor. You do not need to have read the Billionaire Bad Boys Series or the Winslow Brothers Collection to read Learning Curve. It is a complete standalone.

Deep in the hills of West Virginia, three small towns have found a way to flourish in the face of extreme poverty. Disciple runs a side-show tent revival that brings in millions of dollars a year. Bishop flaunts traditional ways in the vein of Colonial Williamsburg, luring weary city people to the slow-living lifestyle. And Revenant offers them an experience of sin filled with tattooed bikers and live-music dive bars.

It’s a sacred trinity that worships the almighty dollar and everyone plays their role like a well-trained Broadway actor.

But these hills have secrets, and so do the people.

Twelve years ago, when he was just eighteen and dreaming of a future with his high school sweetheart, Collin Creed learned something about himself. Something so disturbing he left Disciple to join the Marines and didn’t once look back. But all that came to a screeching halt with the congressional hearings, forcing Collin to return home and rebuild his black-ops empire brick by brick.

Lowyn McBride’s heart broke when Collin shut her out and left town without an explanation just as they were getting ready to start their adult lives together. The death of her mother the following year was a make-or-break moment and Lowyn rose to the occasion, giving up her university education to parent her younger sister while building an empire of her own as a specialty antiques dealer.

Anger and desire, guilt and shame—the return of the enigmatic Collin Creed ignites the town and sparks an explosion of emotions inside Lowyn. But he’s not the only one with a secret in his past.

Lowyn has always played the good girl to Collin’s bad-boy reputation. But it turns out—she’s just like everyone else up in these hills—not as wholesome and pure as she looks.

The Rumble and the Glory is a cinematic and spicy small-town secret, second-chance romance wrapped up in a cloak of mystery and suspense. It honors the themes of found family, redemptive anti-hero, and is filled with bigger-than-life, morally-grey characters against a backdrop of deceit and deception.

INSIDE THE PAGES YOU WILL FIND:
Spicy Soulmate Connections
Touch Her and Die Scenarios
Small Towns with Big Secrets
Opposites Attracting
Second Chances
Childhood Sweethearts
Morally Grey Situations
A Bonded Found Family
Charming Alpha Heroes
Ambitious and Brave Leading Ladies
Wild and Wonderful Settings
The Perfect Level of Danger & Suspense
And a whole cast of characters that will immediately wriggle their way into your heart.

In 2195, GreenCorps controls the arid western lands of the former United States. They regulate water and sell only terminator seeds-forcing ongoing dependence on the corporation.

Elsa has the key to the Doomsday seed bunkers and taking it north to Canada is the only way to ensure its safety.

The rebels send help, but her group is betrayed before their departure. Fleeing in the night, Elsa and her friends disappear into the mountains, only one step ahead of GtreenCorps soldiers.

In Denver, Ginger, the sheltered daughter of the GreenCorps leader, hops a train, escaping her lonely existence imprisoned in her father’s mansion. Encountering hardship and devastating thirst, Ginger experiences the disparity between the starving, oppressed populace, and her life of privilege.

Rescued by Elsa’s group, she vows to help break the corporation’s stranglehold.

As the GreenCorps henchmen close in, the race with the key becomes desperate. If caught, Elsa and her found family face life imprisonment, or worse, execution –their one chance to change their world, lost forever.

Continue the journey from Switching Tracks, a thrilling dystopian train-hopping adventure.

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Bestselling author John Nicholas has built companies worth millions but he’s also been jobless, broke and buried in debt. So he knows how it feels, how it can happen to anyone and how you can recover in a variety of ways.

He also worked inside the debt-relief industry, where he learned why debt programs fail for most people. That’s why he left that field, only to return to help you:

* Properly assess your situation, from your numbers to your mindset
* Review all your options, including The 7 Debt Solutions Everyone Should Know
* Discover how to reduce or eliminate certain debts faster than others
* Save serious money ($$$) by reducing your interest and overhead
* Improve your credit score and build wealth
* Gain genuine confidence toward your future.

So don’t stay chained to your endless ‘hamster wheel’ of debt and despair. And don’t miss this window of opportunity by dragging your feet or saying “maybe tomorrow.”

Read this (currently discounted) book, break those chains and become Debt-Free ASAP!!

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And finally, here’s what the author is saying: “Hey my fellow debt-conqueror, I want you to know that you’re not alone these days, with inflation soaring and household debt at an all-time high. No matter how stressed out (or even wiped out) you might feel, there is hope. You can do this! I’ve been in your shoes, I’ve helped others and I will help you find the best solution for your personal situation and am 100% confident you will. I encourage you to take a bold step here today so we can break your chains and watch you recover and prosper like never before. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can turn things around.”

If you want to understand why people do what they do – and that can be frustrating at times… then What Would a Wise Person Do?answers questions you often wonder about.

Unlike other books, this compelling work is not just a collection of advice, but profound wisdom shared through pithy, thought-provoking, and inspiring stories that resonate with readers on a universal level. The stories encourage, inspire, and bring awareness to patterns so that communication, connection, and self-worth are more accessible. The stories are followed by an invitation to experiment—to try something different. Which experiment will bring you closer to what you really want? Find out inside these pages.

In our busy lives, it’s easy to forget the simple truths that help us feel more connected, empowered, and at peace. Using practical and universal concepts, parables, and examples, What Would a Wise Person Do? offers eye-opening insights into behavior and thought patterns that can get in the way of making life easier and less stressful.

Author Marion Franklin, MCC is a globally recognized master coach, mentor, and teacher. Her best-selling book The HeART of Laser-Focused Coaching has sold over 40,000 copies. What Would a Wise Person Do? draws on her expertise and experience gleaned from more than 25 years of professional coaching and her passion for helping people deepen connections and live a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

In this book, you will discover how to:

• Gain new perspectives
• Understand human behavior
• Feel more worthy
• Communicate more clearly
• Become more self-aware

This compelling work shares profound wisdom through pithy, thought-provoking, and inspiring stories that encourage, inspire, and bring awareness to patterns, making communication, connection, and self-worth more accessible. Each story is followed by an invitation to experiment—to try something different.

In a matter of 3-5 minutes, you can read a story and begin implementing your new insights. You’ll be amazed how these small shifts can result in meaningful personal growth and transformation!

 Engaging Young Minds: Through the captivating adventures of Ali and Baby Carrots, children are introduced to the wonders of nature and the significance of protecting it, fostering a sense of responsibility and love for the environment.

 Lessons in Friendship: The story highlights the unbreakable bond between the characters, showcasing the power of friendship and teamwork in overcoming challenges, making it a perfect tale for teaching valuable social skills.

 Ecological Interdependence: Bubbles, the wise talking fish, unveils the interconnectedness of all living things, from the tiniest plant to the largest animal, emphasizing the critical role each plays in the health of our planet.

 A Call to Action: Encouraging young readers to be proactive in environmental conservation, the book illustrates how small acts of kindness towards nature can have a profound impact, inspiring children to take part in their own conservation efforts.

 Inspiration for Young Explorers: “The Bubblefish River Secret“ is not only a story but also a source of inspiration, urging kids to explore the natural world around them with curiosity and respect.

 Educational Yet Fun: This book beautifully melds educational themes with fun, ensuring that young readers are engaged and entertained while absorbing important life lessons.

 Perfect for Classroom and Home: Ideal for parents and educators seeking to instill a sense of environmental awareness and teamwork in children, this book serves as a valuable resource for discussions on ecology, friendship, and community service.

 A Journey of Discovery: Every page turn is an invitation to explore, dream, and discover, making “The Bubblefish River Secret“ a must-have addition to any young reader’s library.

Embark on this magical journey with Ali and her friends to uncover the secrets of the talking fish and learn about the beauty of helping each other and the environment. “The Bubblefish River Secret“ is more than a story—it’s a lesson in caring, sharing, and preparing young minds for the guardianship of our planet.

On a green hill outside Canterbury, where a crown has been cut into the chalk, two girls are lying dead, left for Detective Lexi Bennett to find on her morning run.

The victims are quickly identified as sisters Lucy and Eden Carter. But they are triplets… and the third sister, Paige, is still missing.

The news makes Lexi’s blood run cold. She was a triplet too. And years ago, she and her sisters were abducted. Two of them escaped. One was lost forever.

Has the man who took her returned to send her a message? Will she be able to use her past to find answers? Or is she walking into a trap designed just for her…

A completely compelling serial killer thriller that will make your pulse race. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Angela Marsons and J M Dalgliesh will love The Girls on Chalk Hill.

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‘Superb… thrilling… so intense in the lead up to its heart-pounding finale, I needed a good lie down when I was done to get my heart rate back to normal as well as uncurling my fingers from gripping my kindle so tight!’ Once Upon a Time Book Reviews,

‘WOW. I don’t know how to put into words how amazing this book was… I was on the edge of my seat the whole time… A MUST-READ.’ Goodreads reviewer,

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