Originally published as The Ladies’ Man! Part 3 of 6 in the Circle of Friends serialization. All 6 parts were previously published as full books: • Having Her Boss’ Baby (Parts 1 and 2 of Circle of Friends) • The Ladies’ Man (Parts 3 and 4 of Circle of Friends) • Her Last First Date (Parts 5 and 6 of Circle of Friends) Overnight mommy Maybe it’s because she hasn’t been kissed in two years. Maybe it’s the sexy stranger, all six feet of lean muscle. But when Carter Brockett kisses her good night, prim kindergarten teacher Rachel Harper does the unthinkable: she has a one-night stand. And it’s a night to remember, with a man way out of her league. In the light of day, the shocked but well-loved Rachel vows never to even think of Carter again… Till the pregnancy test stick turns blue! This installment is approximately 30K words The story continues in Circle of Friends Part 4
Originally published as the Positively Pregnant series! This box set includes all 6 parts of the Circle of Friends serialization. All 6 parts were previously published as full books: • Having Her Boss’ Baby (Parts 1 and 2 of Circle of Friends) • The Ladies’ Man (Parts 3 and 4 of Circle of Friends) • Her Last First Date (Parts 5 and 6 of Circle of Friends) Get by with a little help from your friends Noelle Stevenson, Rachel Harper, and Crissy Phillips found more than yarn and sweaters at their local knitting group—they found each other, the sisters they never had. Now follow their journey as they navigate love, marriage and babies—not necessarily in that order!—in the Circle of Friends! This box set is approximately 170K words
Originally published as Having Her Boss’s Baby! Part 2 of 6 in the Circle of Friends serialization. All 6 parts were previously published as full books: • Having Her Boss’ Baby (Parts 1 and 2 of Circle of Friends) • The Ladies’ Man (Parts 3 and 4 of Circle of Friends) • Her Last First Date (Parts 5 and 6 of Circle of Friends) A little kiss…a big mistake Weeks into their two-year marriage of convenience, Devlin Hunter can think of nothing but making love to his wife! Despite the rules of their arrangement, even Noelle can’t ignore her devastatingly sexy millionaire boss who offered her unborn baby a home and a name. But she has to, because when their time is up, she’ll be a single mom…unless she can make the romancephobic bachelor an offer he can’t refuse. This installment is approximately 30K words The story continues in Circle of Friends Part 3
When a young boy anonymously shares his snack with a homeless man, he begins a cycle of good will. A touching story that demonstrates the powerful effect that a simple gesture can have. Without a single written word, it effectively speaks of helping, sharing, and caring.
Discover the Art of True Friendship: Navigating Your Social Circle with Confidence At the heart of every fulfilling life is a circle of friends–real, true friends who stand by you through thick and thin. But in an age where connections are often made with a click and measured in likes, how do we discern the genuine from the superficial? "Circle of Friends: Who is real and how to find out" is your compass in the often-bewildering landscape of social relationships, guiding you to cultivate and nurture the bonds that truly matter. This transformative book is not just about identifying who belongs in your life; it's about embracing your power to choose, to say no, and to prioritize your emotional well-being. With a blend of compelling insights and practical advice, it offers a fresh perspective on co-dependence, the importance of setting boundaries, and the joy of being surrounded by those who genuinely care. Embark on a journey of self-discovery as you dive into the Circle Concept–an innovative framework for assessing your relationships across seven distinct circles. From the innermost trusted few to the outermost fringes, learn how to place people where they truly belong in your life, and why it's crucial for your emotional health.Discover the characteristics of a real friend and how to spot them, while also identifying manipulators and emotional vampires who drain your energy. Through the "NO" Tests–practical exercises designed to gauge the intentions of those around you–you'll gain insights into setting boundaries and observing reactions that reveal true intentions. But it doesn't stop there. "Circle of Friends" takes you beyond just saying no, offering strategies for empowerment, self-assertiveness, and ultimately, how to be a true friend yourself. It tackles the complex layers of modern connections, including the nuanced roles of digital relationships, and how to navigate loneliness and isolation in a healthy, positive way.Whether you're looking to declutter your social circle, deepen existing relationships, or build new, meaningful connections, "Circle of Friends" is your indispensable guide. Let it lead you to a life surrounded by real friends, genuine laughter, and authentic connections. After all, the richness of your life is measured by the quality of your relationships. Take the first step on this life-changing journey today.
“[An] irresistible invitation to share the lives of people who believe in enduring values.”—Detroit Free Press It began with Benny Hogan and Eve Malone, growing up, inseparable, in the village of Knockglen. Benny—the only child, yearning to break free from her adoring parents. . . . Eve—the orphaned offspring of a convent handyman and a rebellious blueblood, abandoned by her mother's wealthy family to be raised by nuns. Eve and Benny—they knew the sins and secrets behind every villager's lace curtains . . . except their own. It widened at Dublin, at the university where Benny and Eve met beautiful Nan Mahlon and Jack Foley, a doctor's handsome son. But heartbreak and betrayal would bring the worlds of Knockglen and Dublin into explosive collision. Long-hidden lies would emerge to test the meaning of love and the strength of ties held within the fragile gold bands of a. . . Circle Of Friends. Praise for Circle of Friends “A rare pleasure . . . at terrific tale, told by a master storyteller.”—Susan Isaacs, The New York Times Book Review “Circle of Friends welcomes you in.”—The Washington Post
Even the best crossword puzzlers need a little help sometimes. And if you prefer your puzzles in large print, here's a crossword dictionary you don't need a magnifying glass to read! This easy-to-read dictionary is your ultimate resource for those tricky crossword dilemmas. It's packed to the brim with more than 60,000 answer words compiled by puzzlemaster Charles Timmerman. Featuring a range of entries, including: Contradict 4 deny 5 belie, rebut 6 negate, refute Cow chow 3 hay 4 feed 5 grass Football official 3 ref 8 linesman Nervous 4 edgy 5 goosy, tense 6 onedge, uneasy 9 illatease Literary governess 4 eyre Peeved 4 ired, sore 5 angry, cross 6 inapet 8 upinarms Remove 4 dele, doff, oust 5 erase, evict 8 takeaway Shakespearean forest 5 arden You won't miss a word--from the common to the complex--with The Everything Large-Print Crossword Dictionary. It's the perfect large-print crossword companion.
Compiled from over 10,00 published puzzles, this handy reference offers all the words you need to solve your puzzles and none of the ones you don’t. Finally, a crossword dictionary with all the words solvers need—and none of the ones they don’t! When it comes to puzzle dictionaries, it’s the quality of what’s inside that counts. Who needs a plethora of synonyms that never appear in an actual crossword? So, authors Kevin McCann and Mark Diehl analyzed thousands of crosswords to amass an up-to-date list of words that regularly turn up in today’s top puzzles. To make the dictionary even easier to use, the most popular answers stand out in easy-to-see red, while charts highlight frequently sought-after information such as Oscar winners and Popes’ names. Crossword fans will keep this right next to their favorite puzzles!
An advanced introduction for students and a re-orientation for Nietzsche scholars and intellectual historians on the development of his thought and the aesthetic construction of his identity as a philosopher. Nietzsche looms over modern literature and thought; according to Gottfried Benn, "everything my generation discussed, thought through innerly; one could say: suffered; or one could even say: took to the point of exhaustion -- allof it had already been said . . . by Nietzsche; all the rest was just exegesis." Nietzsche's influence on intellectual life today is arguably as great; witness the various societies, journals, and websites and the steady stream ofpapers, collections, and monographs. This Companion offers new essays from the best Nietzsche scholars, emphasizing the interrelatedness of his life and thought, eschewing a superficial biographical method but taking seriously his claim that great philosophy is "the self-confession of its author and a kind of unintended and unremarked memoir." Each essay examines a major work by Nietzsche; together, they offer an advanced introduction for students of German Studies, philosophy, and comparative literature as well as for the lay reader. Re-establishing the links between Nietzsche's philosophical texts and their biographical background, the volume alerts Nietzschescholars and intellectual historians to the internal development of his thought and the aesthetic construction of his identity as a philosopher. Contributors: Ruth Abbey, Keith Ansell-Pearson, Rebecca Bamford, Paul Bishop, Thomas H. Brobjer, Daniel W. Conway, Adrian Del Caro, Carol Diethe, Michael Allen Gillespie and Keegan F. Callanan, Laurence Lampert, Duncan Large, Martin Liebscher, Martine Prange, Alan D. Schrift. Paul Bishop is William Jacks Chair of Modern Languages at the University of Glasgow.
This essential go-to guide reveals how women can enhance their lives by creating valuable friendships in today’s busy, mobile world, from nationally recognized friendship expert and CEO of GirlFriendCircles.com. Every woman is searching for a happier, healthier, more fulfilling life. Many realize the significant role that an intimate, tightly knit circle of friends plays in creating a more fulfilling life, but with hectic schedules, frequent moves, and life changes, it’s more important than ever for women to establish natural, meaningful friendships that will contribute to their overall wellbeing. In Friendships Don’t Just Happen!, Shasta Nelson, friendship expert and CEO of GirlFriendCircles.com, reveals the most important proven steps, processes, and secrets vital to establishing the five different levels of friendships, or Circles of Connectedness, that women—no matter their age or relationship status—are longing for in today’s stressful and mobile culture. This revolutionary, engaging guide will also benefit women who already feel rooted to fabulous friends, with insightful principles that will help them maintain and enhance their current friendships. Full of practical how-to tips, fun activities, guiding questions, and step-by-step instructions, Friendships Don’t Just Happen! highlights several areas of developing lasting friendships, teaching women how to: Evaluate their current circle of friends Recognize what types of friends they are seeking based on career, interests, location, and relationship status Create a prioritized friendship action plan Find extraordinary friends—where to look and how to approach them Take initiative to jumpstart friendships and face fears of rejection Establish “frientimacy,” trust, and happiness through conversation and activities Maintain meaningful friendships and determine which ones are worthwhile Excerpt from Friendships Don't Just Happen: There is a lie out there that real friendship just happens. When I was new to San Francisco eight years ago, I remember standing at a café window on Polk Street watching a group of women inside, huddled around a table laughing. Like the puppy dog at the pound, I looked through the glass, wishing someone would pick me to be theirs. I had a phone full of far-flung friends’ phone numbers, but I didn’t yet know anyone I could just sit and laugh with in a café. It hit me how very hard the friendship process is. I’m an outgoing, socially comfortable woman with a long line of good friendships behind me. And yet I stood there feeling very lonely. And insecure. And exhausted at just the idea of how far I was from that reality. I knew I couldn’t just walk in there and introduce myself to them. “Hi! You look like fun women, can I join you?” I would have been met with stares of pity. No one wants to seem desperate, even if we are. We don’t have platonic pick-up lines memorized. Flirting for friends seems creepy. Asking for her phone number like we’re going to call her up for a Saturday night date is just plain weird. All the batting of my eyelashes wasn’t going to send the right signals. And so I turned away from the scene of laughter and walked away. No, unfortunately, friendships don’t just happen. We Value Belonging Friendships may not happen automatically, but what we crave about them sure seems to! We all want to belong—that need to be connected to others is an inherent desire. We live our entire lives trying to fit in, be known, attract acceptance, and experience intimacy. We desperately want to have others care about us. This book is about that hunger. And more pointedly, it is about listening to it and learning how to fulfill it.
