Lady Marian, called Fair Maid Marian by the folk of Nottinghamshire, always thought she was destined for marriage to Robin of Loxley, now an outlaw called Robin Hood. Instead, Marian is married to Robin's most implacable enemy, Sir Guy of Gisborne. Marian vows that Sir Guy may have her body, but he will never have her love. That is for always and ever reserved for Robin.Sir Guy of Gisborne has learned to survive a brutal world by becoming a sword-for-hire to the Sheriff of Nottingh...

Some secrets stay hidden because we're afraid to look. Others stay hidden because they're waiting.In this collection from The Red Herrings Society, you'll find stories that reach into the dark corners we usually walk past. A teenage girl accepts a ride from a killer. A old woman can no longer hold back the ghosts that haunt her home. A property manager disappears, and the only one qualified to search for her is a vampire who doesn't want to get involved.The...

Distinguished educator and orator Tauanu’u Perenise Tapu Sitagata joins with artist Ani Huia Ligaliga to present the ‘ava ceremony, one of the key customs to welcome visitors to a village in Samoa. Drawing on his deep knowledge of fa’asamoa (the Samoan Way), Tauanu’u explains the role of ‘ava (known as kava in Fiji) in ceremonies and welcomes for visitors. With beautiful illustrations by artist Ani Huia Ligaliga, Sauniga o le ‘Ava Samoa outlines the steps in the ceremony and the roles of o...

From Security Expert to Exiled PrinceAston never asked to be thrust into a medieval world of magic and political intrigue. As a former security consultant with street smarts and modern sensibilities, he's hardly qualified to navigate court politics or master ancient magic. Yet here he stands - in the body of a disgraced prince, with abilities that shouldn't exist and enemies he never made.Can a man who once protected Earth's elite survive in a world where t...

Seven years ago, my shadows scarred him.Now he's the only one who can save me.When I return to Shadowstorm Academy, the Storm Prince I once destroyed is waiting. Randy Gao—disgraced heir, forbidden mentor, and the boy whose lightning still haunts my nightmares.Half-bloods like me don't survive here. Pure-blood fanatics are hunting us, carving curses into our flesh to tear our dual heritage apart. Students are dying, and I'm next on ...

One brother.One housekeeper.One horse.One chance.Kelly came to the ranch to start a new life--a quiet life.But there's just one problem: Benton. And he really enjoys making her sweat.Could all that fighting and bickering be hiding something intense between them? And if it fell apart, would she have to move again with a broken heart?

A pair of hawking gloves reminds Lady Marian that even before she married Sir Guy of Gisborne, when folk called her Fair Maid Marian, the hateful Sir Guy stirred her senses in a way Robin Hood never could.A Hawk's Tale, a 5,000 word short story, continues the story of Lady Marian and Sir Guy of Gisborne. It is a sexy spin on the legend of Robin Hood. It's irreverent and intended for adult audiences.

She just visited the offshore for a quick internship so she could have an experience on her resume. But she didn't know it would change her life.A wrong turn, a missed metro, and one fateful motorcycle ride—Samantha never imagined her first day in India would start this way. She came to Pune for an internship, not romance, but Tanmay, her rescuer with a mischievous grin, might just change that. As they navigate the twists and turns of city life and office dynamics,...

Ella loved Braden for the year they'd been together, she'd missed him for the eleven months he'd been gone. She had to admit that her reaction upon seeing him again proved she wouldn't stop loving him anytime soon.Braden left Ella for many reasons, but not the ones she thought he had, especially not the lie he'd told her to keep her safe. Would she ever believe him after the way he'd hurt her?When the truth is revealed, will they embrace their second chance? Or is it too la...

This book provides a clear and accessible introduction to how transport systems shape daily life and connect people, places, and economies. It explains that transport is more than vehicles and roads; it represents movement, progress, and human innovation. Designed for general readers, including students and young audiences, the book uses simple language to explain key concepts such as speed, engines, infrastructure, and safety. It traces the development of transport from basic forms like w...

This book shows the world of spice in a simple, practical, and charming way, elucidating how it excites the taste and smell of food, besides fortifying its nutritional value. Food comforts, delights and binds us together. Spices are like the soul of these experiences. So many of us take them for granted on a daily basis, barely understanding their purpose and benefits. Let us bridge that gap with this book. Each spice is described in simple language—also suitable for beginners, kids, or la...

This book makes gardening lovely and simple. In today's hectic and cacophonic life, all long for nature. This book tells you that even a little space like a balcony and a tiny corner at home can thrive gracefully to be a beautiful garden. It deals with easy steps, squarely including plant selection, soil preparation, watering system set-up, and plant care. With relative ease vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers may grow. The book opens up talks on eco-friendly practices like composting, ...