When a possibility arises, do you explore it? One kiss was all it took. We’ve always shared sarcasm, but now we share a secret. I despised the taste of tequila until it was laced on Lindon’s lips. Now I can’t stop thinking about her and that tequila kiss. When an opportunity presents itself, do you seize it? Desire got the best of me. One drunken kiss with Carter that should’ve never happened, and there’s a reason. The 6’4” hunk of deliciousness is my brother-in-law’s brother. When a chance is given, do you take it? Secrets are meant to be kept, but with this one, Christmas should be interesting!
It’s the last week of my exchange in London, and my flight leaves on Saturday. Harry wants our relationship to progress, but his family life is falling apart. And shocking news from his parents might send him over the edge. Noah is becoming more reckless with both his words and his actions. Between longing glances, sweet conversations and heated moments, I don’t know where we stand. And Mohammad tells me that I have some important decisions to make. The countdown is on, and only two things are certain. I’m going to have to leave the three boys I’ve grown to love. And by the end of the week, I’m not sure if any of them will ever forgive me. It’s a good thing my time at Kensington is almost up.
- A 28 page booklet to Non-alcoholic, and alcoholic beverages alike. Recipes from teas; coffee; hot chocolate; punches; egg nog; cold thirst quenching, cooling drinks and fruit ades to 27 different, popular, alcoholic ones.
Two men convinced they'll never find love discover it in the least likely of places. Sidney Richardson has watched his two best friends fall in love, leaving him to wonder if he'll ever find the right man for him. Sure, he's been playing the field since he discovered sex, but he's never taken a chance on one of those one-night stands to see if there might be more. Now he's ready, but is the man he's waiting on ready as well? Tito Perez has had a rough go of it, but he's finally in a good place in his life. He's got a great job and a group of marvellous friends. Who cares that he doesn't have that one special guy in his life? Some people just aren't meant to fall in love. Then a chance meeting between boss and employee gives Sidney and Tito an opportunity to put their hopes and dreams into action. Will love flow as easily as the tequila Tito pours?
Charlotte thought she was fine. After a childhood spent traveling around the world with her eccentric artist mother, she is content to have a quiet life, make herbal remedies, and play video games. But when her mother dies in a bizarre sculpture accident, Charlotte's life is turned upside down. Before she even has time to grasp the reality of her mother's death, her supposedly dead father appears and they are forced to live together to satisfy the terms of her mother's will. Reluctantly living in Soho with a father she has never met before, Charlotte begins to change in unexpected ways, even pursing her hidden desire to take acting class. Will Charlotte survive her mother's legacy, let alone a year with this stranger? Are there enough herbal remedies in the world to save her? In The Essential Charlotte, author Libby Schmais displays the same warmth, wit, and honesty that created so many fans of The Perfect Elizabeth. At its core, The Essential Charlotte is a novel about family and the strange and marvelous ways that it makes you who you are.
Lightnin couldnt deny he saw hisself as a politico, spent a good deal of his time fantasizin bout what life was like in Bling City; walkin the celebrated streets uptown there made legendary by great past fiery Black leaders, remindin Black peoples of hard won triumphs yes, but also of they stolen pasts; endangered futures, collective devisive vision, and a social consciousness made less urgent durin the Clinton years. He felt a tremendous mutual callin, a soberin comfortable chill. Wit one stunnin blow in the the election of Barack Obama, the once robust, but now pitifully feeble, challengin activist and nationalist element in the body of Black culture, was left on the world stage to sputter and disappear into itself like spit on a hot iron. Yet it seemed all things was politically possible now as he recalled where he was, hearin the impossibly true news that a Black man was now the President of the United States. Hed never forget it. The Presidents Club lounge on the south side of Promise, re-named in the aftermath of the election was an explodin mix of yelps, tears, laughter, hugs and prayers with people holdin on to strangers, friends, and family, and toastin the occasion wit heroic amounts of alcohol. Obama couldna won without the white votes and the accompanyin blocs that came wit them, but just as many white folks wasnt ready for a Black President. The trump was that the democratic process was ready, and in America sometimes processes triumph over peoples. Remarks floated through the air a plenty. Thank God! Thank you! Oh! Thank-you God. He fuck-ing did it!! God dammit he did it!! The get it done soul anthem; Aint No Stopping Us Now a mainstay in the pantheon of Black music was on auto-re-run on jukeboxes everywhere, pourin out of social clubs, homes and taverns too; but most certainly there at the Presidents Club. Look at him! Obamarama time! ..Huh? yelled out a tipsy male customer, his eyes fastened to the huge TV screen. Standin tall with his Black woman. Caint mistake that sistah, for nothin cept Black! And them two pretty kids! The brother tipped his kufi as people applauded his words, jubilance gleamin on every face in the place. Someone clinked a glass for quiet and actually got enough of it to be heard, My group is going across the street to the church to put a prayer in right now. Jesus needs immediate feedback on this. a young woman said as she slapped high fives with a contingent of ten others. And the comments continued. Now we gon git some government by the original kings. Look at Ope! Cryin n shit A young brother called out. She gon be the next Presidenther and HillHillll be the V.P. Hillll be the President if Bill got anything to do wit it. somebody countered. Yeah. Theyll let Ope be National Security Advisor, since Condileesi already broke that in for a sistah... Mufuckas laughed. Maybe they was right Lightnin thought. Maybe the time for his dreams was now. Wasnt a Black President in the United States the imprimatur of proof
Stir up a little fun with friends—have a cocktail party! It couldn’t be easier with The Everything Cocktail Parties and Drinks Book. Loaded with 200 luscious libations and 100 unforgettable finger and buffet-style foods, this ultimate cocktail companion shows you how to create tantalizing concoctions and cook up tasty treats to satisfy your guests! Complete with sections on smart shopping, choosing entertainment and ice breakers, and food presentation, you'll also find tips for matching cocktails with appetizers to make the perfect combo! Features recipes for: Martinis, such as Melontini, Caramel Appletini, White Chocolatini Tropical Drinks, such as Watermelon Tidal Wave, Blue Hawaiian Punch, Bermuda Triangle Tea Seasonal Drinks, such as Sparkling New Year Cheer, Sensational Summer Slushies, Autumn in New York Appetizing snacks like Herbed Cheese Artichokes, Dandy Brandy Swiss Fondue, Bowtie King Crab Salad, Mushroom Chicken Cacciatore Plus! Recipes for classic favorites, non-alcoholic mocktails, a flavor guide, and tons more food! Packed with ideas to jumpstart your imagination, The Everything Cocktail Parties and Drinks Book serves up myriad options for drinks and dishes you can mix and match—making yours the cocktail party no one will forget!
It's the perfect season to fall in love. Amber Raey is working all the hours God sends as assistant to one of the country's top fashion designers, and her boss is a complete nightmare. But Amber has big plans for her future so, for the time being, she just has to grin and bear it. And then opportunity comes knocking and suddenly she's on the fast track to the top. Amber adores her new life, especially as she's falling in love for the first time too. But soon the glossy exterior starts to slip and Amber begins to wonder if she's made the right decision entering this world. Then a face from her past reappears and she finds herself in real trouble. With Christmas fast approaching, Amber is drifting further away from her loved ones. Can she get her life back on track before it's too late for a merry Christmas? Full of heart, warmth and humour, A Christmas Kiss is a romantic and festive read - it's the perfect book to curl up with this Christmas!
