Will the truth set him free or drive him deeper into the bottle?Formerly "cured" in therapy, Benjamin Jacobson refuses to further explore or accept his sexuality-that is, until the charming Caden Benson waltzes into his independent coffee shop. As Ben plays the role of picture-perfect husband and father of two, he relishes the hidden moments of a secret relationship where he can finally embrace who he is. Soon, the increasing weight of a double life demands to be acknowledged, whether Ben is ready to address it or not.Underneath the Whiskey is the poignant and wrenchingly honest story of a closeted gay man struggling to keep his family and business afloat amidst an affair and alcohol addiction.
Can there be a world without chaos?Theodore, a teen activist, has been in a year-long fight to get his parents justice after they were murdered. He's nearly lost faith in humanity as each protest brings him no closer to progress. Yet, millions of people are watching his every move. He has to fight, he has to create change, he has to protect.Theo is exhausted. He wishes he could disappear to another planet, give up his responsibilities, stop caring, and not be the teen who saves the world-for just a moment.So when the opportunity to escape presents itself, offering hope, progress, and a break, Theo is skeptical.Can a perfect world even exist?
Stalked by monsters in the woods and her past, Anora finds safety in the quiet comforts of her small town life.It's another ordinary day when she's sent to a Guardian assessment designed to unleash rare supernatural abilities, until she blasts a tunnel of water across the room. Her coach calls her gift a blessing, but Anora knows it's a death sentence. Now she must train as a Guardian and battle the very monsters that have tormented her entire life.After being thrown into the arena with a clawed and cackling creature, Anora refuses to accept this new life. She appeals to the Commander and begs her trainers to let her go home. The more they refuse, the more Anora realizes this isn't a training camp-it's a prison and they will never let her leave. Now she must escape the camp before the Commander catches on, for if he does, he may turn out to be worse than the monsters lurking in the woods.
Julianis awkward, athletic, and knows a fun fact or two. According to his friends, the most important aspect about him is that he's still a virgin. Except, the thing is, sex never crosses Julian's mind. He doesn't understand what the big deal is. Julian's tired of all the pressure. He just wants his friends off his back once and for all.Quinnis the captain of the soccer team and a straight A student who undeniably loves sex. And who cares? Her body, her decisions. Guys can love sex, so why can't girls? With the double standard, she's found herself with a bad rep. Her friends don't believe she can hold a relationship. But Quinn's competitive. She may not care to date but she's determined to prove her friends wrong.Julian and Quinnare seemingly polar opposites. Coaxed on a date through a dare, each only carry half of the story. Together, they learn there is far more to a person beyond stereotypes, society's expectations, and that love has more than one meaning.
Because of You is a Represent Publishing anthology about love, growth, and finding peace. This is a collection of four short stories by Ashlyn Drewek, D. Allyson Howlett, Danielle Merchant, and Chelsea Lauren."Spirits n' Chai" by D. Allyson HowlettRaina, an introverted artist, is fine with how her life is. She's safe, and she's comfortable-sort of. Regardless, she's making her own choices and living the life she wants to live; more than she could say nine months ago. But when Raina is thrown out of her comfort zone, haunted by a ghostly spirit in search of closure, Raina has to decide between stepping face first into her fears or remaining in the shadows forever."Wither" by Ashlyn DrewekWorking for literary sensation Gerulf Prince should have been a dream job for aspiring author Zane Beaumont. Six months, all-expenses paid, and one-on-one time with his favorite writer? It sounded too good to be true-because it was.Still reeling from an accident that left him lame and disfigured, Gerulf Prince has struggled with his career, but that doesn't mean he needs an assistant, let alone someone like Zane, hanging around all day. With a deadline approaching, Gerulf's faced with a decision he never saw coming-break his contract and face a legal firestorm or submit his novel and lose his newfound muse forever."Fairytale Ending?" by Danielle MerchantAt 29, Courtney refuses to be single on Valentine's Day. Last year, on that very holiday, she was dumped by a man she thought was the one. Almost a year later, she is tired of waiting for Mr. Right to fall into her lap, so she is taking matters into her own hands. Her solution: online dating to curate her perfect Valentine's Day. This light-hearted love story is about letting go, being patient, and having faith in the Universe's plan."All A-Boat You" by Chelsea LaurenEvie had envisioned a different life for herself by the time she turned 30. But as the days creep closer to the big 3-0, she's still a workaholic, single, and always the maid-of-honor, never the bride. Evie has one wish: a day dedicated to her on a sailboat with her best friends. Little does she know that while on the edge of a burnout is the day her entire luck changes. It starts with a tea latte and ends with the next chapter of her life.
Journey through a forever Christmas land and fight candy cane monsters. Open questionable gift boxes full of snow. Cozy up by the fireplace with a warm cup of Isabella's Coffee. Walk with a teen through an unfamiliar world after he wishes he never met his best friend. Run through the forest with an English Princess and wonder what she is running from. Help a lost traveler find their way home in the snow ... follow us to Winter Neverland
A snarky guide to life inspired by the most underrated character on Sex and the City, from the creators of the Instagram sensation @everyoutfitonSATC When Sex and the City premiered, many were hesitant to identify as the Miranda of their social circle--after all, sarcasm, workaholism, and dubious fashion choices are rarely considered aspirational. However, in the two-plus decades since her television debut, our culture has finally caught up with this forward-thinking icon and all she represents. The truth is, Miranda Hobbes is the feminist hero that we deserve-- we were all just too busy obsessing over Carrie's corset tops to notice it at first. WE SHOULD ALL BE MIRANDAS is a celebration of a certain redheaded lawyer and the legions of fans who relate to her pragmatic, no-bullshit approach to work, love, and sex. Written by two self-proclaimed Mirandas, this humorous manifesto distills Ms. Hobbes' core principles into a strategic guide for navigating life's inevitable ups and downs. In it, you'll learn to: Overcome your internalized MirandaphobiaCope with humiliating sexual encountersMake Google Docs your bitchDump that Skipper that you've been datingEmbrace your bad hair days ...and so much more With sharp, sardonic humor and fantastic send-ups to the series' most iconic moments, We Should All Be Mirandas is the perfect gift for fashionistas, pop culture mavens, and every woman who has dared to eat cake out of the garbage
*A Refinery29 Best Book of 2018**One of Real Simple's Most Inspiring Books for Graduates* *Indie Personal Finance Bestseller* How to get good with money, even if you have no idea where to start. The Financial Diet is the personal finance book for people who don't care about personal finance. Whether you're in need of an overspending detox, buried under student debt, or just trying to figure out how to live on an entry-level salary, The Financial Diet gives you tools to make a budget, understand investments, and deal with your credit. Chelsea Fagan has tapped a range of experts to help you make the best choices for you, but she also knows that being smarter with money isn't just about what you put in the bank. It's about everything--from the clothes you put in your closet, to your financial relationship habits, to the food you put in your kitchen (instead of ordering in again). So The Financial Diet gives you the tools to negotiate a raise and the perfect cocktail recipe to celebrate your new salary. The Financial Diet will teach you: - how to get good with money in a year.- the ingredients everyone needs to have a budget-friendly kitchen.- how to talk about awkward money stuff with your friends.- the best way to make (and stick to ) a budget.- how to take care of your house like a grown-up.- what the hell it means to invest (and how you can do it).
Chelsea: Images of England This book is part of the Images of England series, which uses old photographs and archived images to show the history of various local areas in England, through their streets, shops, pubs, and people.
An insight into the unique journey of one the most famous soccer clubs in the world, highly illustrated and with four DVDs Follow the authoritative text charting the historical rise from the origins of Chelsea's founding father Gus Mears acquiring the Stamford Bridge athletic stadium to their rise to the top.This book offersin-depth statistical information, additional career player retrospectives, a focus on the managers who have guided the club, and a special feature on Jose Mourinho.It also includes four DVDs with more than four hours of vintage Chelsea matches and profiles some of the clubs star players including Kerry Dixon, John Hollins, Ray Wilkins, and Peter Osgood. These DVDs are in PAL format."
Cecily Hawthorne, desperate to escape from a dreadful position as a nursery governess, agrees to model for prominent Society portrait painter, Devin Sheridan, despite the opprobrium attached to that occupation. Cecily becomes Devin's Pandora, his vision of a temptress, and he must paint her if only to shock London society with a tantalizing portrait that makes her the envy of the ladies and the talk of the town.Set In the colorful salons of Kensington and studios of Chelsea, and graced with eccentric characters, both real (Whistler and Wilder) and imagined (Veracity Flutterby, Chester Thrush), this is a charming romp through the artistic and aesthetic circles of Victorian London.
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I was left outside my family home like a bag of trash. My foster family showed me love and patience, but it wasn't enough. Anxiety and guilt were always present. My eighteenth birthday triggered a series of events that changed my life. I was tossed into my past. A world the cheesecloth in my head protected me from.The facade became clear when I was kidnapped, duct taped, beaten, and locked in a room with the spirits of the long forgotten. I had two choices: give in to my fears, allowing my anxiety and guilt to overcome me, or face the spirits and fight. What will Chelsea choose?
Follow the authoritative text charting the rise of the club from its origins of its founding father Gus Mears acquiring the Stamford Bridge athletic stadium to their scaling the top of English football.
