Even Sinners Have Souls, edited by E.N. Joy, features NOIRE, CHUNICHI, KASHAMBA WILLIAMS, B.L.U.N.T. AND NIKKI TURNER. These respected authorities have all come together for the first time ever, taking a break from penning their norm, to pen a piece of work that truly flowed from their spirits.Each gritty and profound story is told in a raw and real voice, luring the readers in by the poignant story-lines, themes and the genuine talents and abilities of each of these prolific autho...

When Giles Blunt's first crime novel appeared, the Toronto Star said it "immediately raises the bar of Canadian crime fiction." The Globe and Mail calls him "a master storyteller," and fans of Blunt's fiction are familiar with his ability to shape a tense narrative for maximum impact. With Vanishing Act, his debut collection of verse, Blunt delivers equally potent strength and quality, opening up for the reader a new, "wicked pack of cards" – in that deck, a cast...

A male escort takes on an inexperienced client and breaks the first rule of rent boys: don’t get attached.After updating his Rent Boy blog profile, well-endowed porn star Ty receives a text from a sexually inexperienced client. Andy, the client, asks Ty to provide him with the necessary know-how so should he ever get a date with the guy he’s attracted to, he’ll be fully prepared.Little does Ty know that this hookup will lead to a friendship that will subsequently change his...

At a tuberculosis sanitarium in the Adirondacks, a young tutor falls in love with a mysterious woman who survived the Lusitania disaster.“Bad Juliet will hold you in its grip from its opening pages, combining the pacing and twists of a thriller with the compelling characterizations and masterful prose of a writer at the top of his form.” — Nino Ricci, award-winning author of The Origin of SpeciesRecently j...

Boston, 1854. Sam Miller and Abigail Clark flee to Kansas Territory seeking freedom from their pasts. Instead, they find themselves at the heart of a brewing civil war.As pro-slavery bushwhackers clash with abolitionist jayhawkers, Sam and Abigail's lives become entangled with John Wesley, a freed slave, and Zeb Baker, a psychopathic slave hunter. When personal vendettas collide with historical forces, Sam descends into a spiral of violence that threatens everything he holds dear.

New house, new job. A new start with his brother….Two out of three isn't bad, right?Rhys returns to his hometown and must face the brother he's been avoiding for two years. In his heart, Rhys still hopes to recapture the bond they once shared.Jake willingly offers him the hand of friendship, but Rhys is reluctant to confront their past, fearing it will only rip them apart again.When Rhys sees ghostly figures in the grounds of a local historic house, it leads...

flowers by mistakePoetic thoughts for self-care, self-confidence and self-loveA woman receives a bouquet of flowers that wasn't meant for her and keeps it, discovers a secret in the smoke of a cigarette, travels inside her body to wonder who she really is, deciphers her heartbeat as Morse code, and discovers the beauty hidden in the roots of the earth.Like sparks of stories, these poems by Natalie Blunt are a healing balm.Fl...

An anthology about musicals… with a twist.Who can resist a musical?We at Wayward Ink certainly can’t!Boys and Girls, go don your tux. Slink into your gown. Strap on your heels. Dust off that tiara and wrap yourselves in a feather boa!Come celebrate the extravaganza with us!Waltz through ten short stories inspired by some of the world’s most popular musicals.STORIES INCLUDEDWhat’s Up Pussycat?Louise LyonsHeartbroken Finley fears he'll never recover from the loss of his lover, Andrew, who wa...

Einleitung Die Verfasserin nachstehender Erinnerungen, Gräfin A. A. Tolstoi, war elf Jahre älter als Leo Tolstoi; sie wurde 1817 geboren und starb 1904. Von 1846 bis zu ihrem Tode war sie Hofdame, zunächst bei der Tochter Kaiser Nikolaus’ I., Maria Nikolajewna, späteren Herzogin von Leuchtenburg. 1866 wurde ihr die Erziehung der Tochter Kaiser Alexanders II., Maria Alexandrowna, anvertraut, die sie bis zu deren Verheiratung, 1874, mit dem Herzog Alfred von Edinburg, späterem Herzog von Kob...

This impassioned account of Gordon's mission to Khartoum and the wider Anglo-Egyptian crisis of 1882–1886 combines memoir, political indictment, and historical reappraisal. Drawing on contemporaneous diary entries and eyewitness observation from both official and unofficial circles, the author argues that British policy in Egypt and the Sudan caused needless suffering, and he writes with a deliberate honesty that admits his own earlier misjudgments. He especially revises his view of Gordon...

Blunt’s narrative combines personal anecdotes with anthropological insights, describing the varied and complex interactions between different ethnic and religious groups within the Ottoman society. Her writing highlights the contrasts in customs, clothing, language, and religion, providing readers with a rich tapestry of the social and cultural landscape of Turkey during her time there. The author also reflects on the political tensions and the challenges faced by the local populations und...

The book offers a wealth of information, including advice on meal planning, budgeting, and utilizing available ingredients to their fullest potential. It features a variety of recipes that are economical and easy to prepare, focusing on the use of seasonal produce, grains, and protein sources that are accessible during wartime. The guide aims to educate readers on how to make the most of their rations, ensuring that families could maintain a balanced diet despite limitations.In addition to...