An updated and revised guide to good manners, politeness, and professionalism from one of the most civilized women on the planet, this book outlines the importance of etiquette in such social and personal situations as ending a relationship, asking forgiveness, and saying "no." This revised edition features updated information on business etiquette, workplace clothing trends, and e-mail and cell phone etiquette, along with new tips on stress and travel in a post-9/11 world.-- Help ...

Margo Thatcher is supposed to be at work, not Feather Festival. So, she does what any red-blooded American birder would do—plays hooky. Unfortunately, her excuse doesn’t hold when a photographer from the magazine, Exposure, snaps her picture, landing her on the cover.As a nature photographer, Trevor Hansen knew getting attacked by wildlife was a possibility. However, his greatest threat currently stems from a birder who is ready to bludgeon him with her binoculars. She might have a...

An anthology of twenty-one crime, mystery, suspense and romance stories from nineteen authors, including Emmy-nominated John Goldsmith and Booker-nominated Jim Williams.This global collection of short stories from 400 to 7000 words covers everything from crime fiction to romantic suspense and historical mystery.Authors: John Goldsmith, Jim Williams, Jeremy Hinchliff, John Holland, Gerry McCullough, Alexandar Altman, R.A. Barnes, Maura Barrett, Eileen Condon, Mary Healy, Sus...

In the heart of a vibrant city, where art, culture, and ambition collide, The Summer Between Us weaves the story of two guarded souls yearning for connection yet terrified of vulnerability. Ava, a successful creative director with a carefully crafted life, has buried her trust in love after a devastating breakup. Her life is orderly, her relationships casual, and her heart carefully protected. Enter Luca, a mysterious photographer with a similar reluctance for emotional entangleme...

Every time Leah Holt encounters Quantum Production’s chief counsel, Emmett Burke, the only thing she can think of is how much she wants to lick him—everywhere. She’s never had that kind of reaction to a man, and the fact that he’s a much-older colleague makes her out-of-control attraction to him far more complicated than it should be. Every day, she brings a new legal question to Emmett, hoping to catch his attention and make him see her as a grown woman who wants him desperately. She walk...

Mary Wimbush stars as unconventional psychoanalyst sleuth Mrs Bradley in these two full-cast dramatisations of stories by Gladys Mitchell. Colourful, cynical, intimidating and extremely intelligent, Mrs Bradley is one of the most unorthodox detectives in the history of Golden Age crime fiction. The heroine of 66 novels by Gladys Mitchell, she has also appeared in several radio adaptations and a BBC TV series starring Diana Rigg.In these two dramas, she puts her extraordinary mind t...

A guide for adults to expand their vocabulary through a range of activities and and exercises to increase familiarity with more challenging but useful words. Examples of the level of words included are laconic, elated, divulge, bellicose, despondent, jeopardize and opulent. This audio course will broaden your vocabulary by over a hundred words and deepen your understanding of words that you already know. Vocabulary is approached in multiple ways to build a firm understanding, this includes...

She had all she expected to achieve. But a surprise hidden in her head was about to change everything…Ashley Martin has it all. With a high-paying job, a devoted husband, and impeccable children, the ambitious woman is living the dream life she envisioned for herself. So determined to maintain her perfect existence, she hides her odd vision problems, headaches, and confusion… until one morning she wakes up blind.Diagnosed with a brain tumor, the terrified professional faces...

Bear and his friends love journeys. Snake uses this against them in this case though. The group is taken on a dangerous voyage. This was all planned by no one other than Snake. But will this "trip" pay off in the end or lead to disaster. Well you will just have to come along on this extraordinary journey and find out!

Lily is a feisty young businesswoman, seduced by the prospect of turning round a company as a distraction from her messy divorce. She soon finds herself up to her pretty neck in mystery and intrigue – with devastating consequences. Add a gorgeous bodyguard, Brian; his young boss, Ayesha; Mohammed, Ayesha’s damaged husband - plus a couple of villains - and the stage is set for an interesting journey. Lily’s love of animals, ecology and Africa are the theme throughout the book – with fascina...

Attraction sizzles in the heat of the vineyardA nurse recovering from addiction. A fighter pilot broken by the horrors of war. Two damaged souls attracted to each other. Will their demons bring them closer or tear them apart?Author's note: Unlike my usual sweet romances, this book contains two mild sex scenes.

Capitol Danger A romantic suspense anthology like no other! Four stories, one event and four dangerous missions on the same night. It’s Inauguration Night. Glamorous balls throughout the nation’s capital celebrate a landmark event. The town and nation are in the mood to celebrate. But not everyone is so pleased. A home-grown sect known as the Red Mantle plan to make it an event to remember for their reasons. As their assault succeeds it will be up to those attending...