Disc jockey Alan Freed coined the term "rock and roll" in the 1950s. Rooted in rockabilly, rhythm and blues, country and western, gospel, and pop, the genre was popularized by performers like Elvis Presley, Bill Haley, Chuck Berry and Jerry Lee Lewis. Rock and roll's originators and revivalists continue to entertain crowds at roots music festivals worldwide. This book presents stories about performers' lives on the road and in the studio, along with the stories behind popular songs. Informative biographical profiles are provided. Artists sharing their experiences include Dale Hawkins, Big Jay McNeely, Ace Cannon, Sleepy LaBeef, Billy Swan, Robin Luke, Rosie Flores and James Intveld. Conway Twitty, Buck Owens and Janis Martin are also featured.
Who meets Prince Charming in an elevator while carrying their broken shoe? Lena Masterson was having a rough day. Her coffee pot exploded, her favorite heel broke on the way to work, her computer died, and her coworker sabotaged her performance review that she should have aced. To top it all off, she had to stay late to fix someone else's mistake. So when she literally ran into a handsome stranger at work, she was fairly certain that it might actually be the worst day of her life. Instead, it was the start of something wonderful. From the moment she nearly bowled the man over, she couldn't take her mind off of him. She didn't know anything about him, and could only assume that he was someone's assistant. Still, the encounter left her with new self-confidence. She made a move assertive enough to get the attention of her boss' boss, and be granted a new position as the personal paralegal of the head partner. This promotion soon led to an important trip to the Caribbean, where she saw a familiar face on the beach... Everything seemed perfect when she was in Aiden's arms (other than her missing shoe), but he was holding something back. Worse, Lena was keeping a secret from him as well. She knew that she couldn't keep up her little white lie forever, but it turned out that Aiden's secret was much bigger. Much much much bigger. A billion times bigger, in fact. Even though he treated her like Cinderella at the ball, it was possible that the billionaire playboy just thought of her as one of his "flavors of the week". After saying goodbye with one last barefoot kiss and returning to the real world, there was a burning question on Lena's mind: Did this Prince Charming love her as much as she loved him?
It was enough to make her tremble… but whether it was from desire or rage, she wasn’t sure… Ethan Billionaire Ethan White was only in Colorado to support a friend. Without his help, Mia’s fundraiser for the kids could pull in less money. There was no way that he wanted to run into an old flame. Not at all. Well, maybe just a little… Laura Laura Corbett hated a certain billionaire with every fiber of her being. She thought he crushed her heart on purpose. So when he showed up at the same charity fundraiser that she was working, she thought it was the worst thing that could happen to her night. Not until her little brother went missing in the blizzard did she realize how bad it could become. Ethan and Laura must work together to find a missing child before its too late. Will this draw the once-lovers back together, or push them further apart? Will they find the boy in time? This standalone novella bridges the gap in between "A Forever Kind of Love" and "A Wonderful Kind of Love", while also including characters from "Saltwater Kisses" and "Yours Completely". It is also fully included in the eBook version of "A Forever Kind of Love".
Handsome and world-renowned archaeologist, Lord Yelverton, arrives in Mexico searching for ancient treasure in the great Cities of the ancient Mexican Indians and more artefacts like the carved jaguar bone that he has been able to acquire in Europe. However, in order to explore the sacred cave where more exquisite treasures may be found, he needs the endorsement of a local archaeologist called Ajax Audenshaw in Acapulco. Arriving at his house, Lord Yelverton finds that Alex Audenshaw is now a promiscuous painter and not actively involved in antiquities. And he is surrounded by children born of different women. Among them is Tula, a young golden-haired, blue-eyed and mysterious beauty, who reluctantly agrees to show him the way to the cave, which is guarded by Quetzalcoatl, the Feathered Serpent God of the Mexicans. On the way to the cave he is forced by an other-worldly being to fall into a raging cascade and almost drowns. Administering ‘the kiss of life’ to him Tula saves his life when he was close to death. But it is not until much later that he realises that with her breath she also infused his heart with love.
In 'The Art of Kissing: Curiously, Historically, Humorously, Poetically Considered', Will Rossiter delves into the intriguing world of kissing from a multidimensional perspective. The book explores the cultural, historical, and literary significance of kissing, offering a unique blend of research, humor, and poetry. Rossiter's engaging writing style and witty anecdotes make this book a delightful and informative read for anyone interested in the art of affection. With references to famous kisses in literature and history, the book provides a comprehensive look at the varied interpretations and practices of kissing throughout the ages. Will Rossiter, a renowned scholar and author, brings his expertise in cultural studies and literature to 'The Art of Kissing'. His passion for the subject shines through in the meticulous research and thoughtful analysis present in the book. Rossiter's background in poetry adds a lyrical quality to the writing, making the exploration of kissing both intellectual and artistic. I highly recommend 'The Art of Kissing' to readers seeking a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of a universal gesture. Rossiter's book is a delightful blend of scholarship and humor that will appeal to a wide range of audiences.
How do you say, 'So many men, so little time,' in French? Well, Emma Sullivan can always figure that out later. The point is -- she's in Paris! Which would be great, except that she's stuck doing public relations for one of the hottest -- and craziest -- rock stars on the planet. Making things worse is Gabriel Francoeur, the sexy and stubborn reporter who refuses to believe her when she tells him that her client was just playing Go Fish in that hotel room with all those scantily-clad girls . . . But Emma will always have Paris. The City of Light, of romance, of high fashion and of unfathomable varieties of cheese. If a girl can't reinvent herself here, there's no hope! It's time to leave the old Emma Sullivan behind and become someone courageous, exciting, successful. The type of girl who, when faced with a reporter who won't stop asking questions, knows just what to do. After all, they don't call it French kissing for nothing!
What would you be willing to do to change your life's direction? That's the question that Casey Doran, a man of perpetual inaction and rigid standards, is faced with. His ordinary life is upended after a whimsical intervention south of the border leads him on a new path of self-discovery and earthly enchantment. He comes to realize along the way that love has many faces, and even more important, that playing it safe can be the most dangerous of all. Kiss of the Marlin is a romantic fantasy that blends human desire with a sense of wonderment where secret wishes can come true. This is Mark Fiorito's second novel. He has also authored The Run, several screenplays, and a collection of poetry. Mark was raised in New Jersey and now divides his time between San Diego and Louisville with his wife, Joan.
USA Today bestselling author Renee Ann Miller continues her Infamous Lords series perfect for fans of Lenora Bell and Kelly Bowen! They are the infamous lords, notorious noblemen whose scandalous ways keep tongues wagging. But when darker whispers take hold, a spirited writer’s encounter with a dangerously desirable nobleman may uncover the whole story . . . For James Trent, Lord Huntington, there’s no escaping the question that labeled him The Murdering Marquess: was his wife’s death a tragic accident or a cold-blooded crime? He’s avoided London’s gossipmongers since that terrible night, as guardian to his younger siblings on his Essex estate. But trouble finds him when a veiled temptress with secrets of her own falls—quite literally—into his arms. Caroline Lawrence doesn’t need a man to rescue her—the aspiring journalist anonymously advocates for women’s rights in a radical London newspaper column. But when a suffragist’s soapbox speech turns to pandemonium, Caroline is knocked on the head and reawakens in Trent Hall—with the notorious lord of the manor irresistibly close. If there is any truth to his tarnished past, she should denounce him with her powerful pen. Yet love has a way of revealing a man’s true character . . . Praise for The Infamous Lords series “Fun and charming.” —Publishers Weekly “Richly written…infused with humor, will charm readers and keep them turning the pages.” —Booklist
