Nonfiction

The Beekeeper's Promise by Fiona Valpy

Heartbroken and hoping for a new start, Abi Howes takes a summer job in rural France at the Château Bellevue. The old château echoes with voices from the past, and soon Abi finds herself drawn to one remarkable woman’s story, a story that could change the course of her summer—and her life.

In 1938, Eliane Martin tends beehives in the garden of the beautiful Château Bellevue. In its shadow she meets Mathieu Dubosq and falls in love for the first time, daring to hope that a happy future awaits. But France’s eastern border is darkening under the clouds of war, and history has other plans for Eliane…

When she is separated from Mathieu in the chaos of German occupation, Eliane makes the dangerous decision to join the Resistance and fight for France’s liberty. But with no end to the war in sight, her loyalty to Mathieu is severely tested.

From the bestselling author of Sea of Memories comes the story of two remarkable women, generations apart, who must use adversity to their advantage and find the resilience deep within.

Umbral Ten (Khaldaia Chronicles Book 1) by Douglas Murphy

Theodosia Archmail wakes up on the towers of Starkwind Monastery to find that her world has been turned upside down. Corpses litter every room; a beast that was once human roams the ruined halls; and a second, blood red moon hangs in the sky above her.The last thing she remembers is escorting her mother and a delegation of mages to a ceremony of purely symbolic importance. Bewildered and hunted, she has no choice but to band together with five other survivors: A knight of the Ardent Church, a librarian, a secretive neophyte nun, and two mercenaries.But there are worse troubles awaiting them. Across the sea the Blood Moon Inquisition, led by an old friend of Theo’s, has turned its eye towards the island.

Save Me the Plums: My Gourmet Memoir by Ruth Reichl

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Real Simple • Good Housekeeping • Town & Country

When Condé Nast offered Ruth Reichl the top position at America’s oldest epicurean magazine, she declined. She was a writer, not a manager, and had no inclination to be anyone’s boss. Yet Reichl had been reading Gourmet since she was eight; it had inspired her career. How could she say no?

This is the story of a former Berkeley hippie entering the corporate world and worrying about losing her soul. It is the story of the moment restaurants became an important part of popular culture, a time when the rise of the farm-to-table movement changed, forever, the way we eat. Readers will meet legendary chefs like David Chang and Eric Ripert, idiosyncratic writers like David Foster Wallace, and a colorful group of editors and art directors who, under Reichl’s leadership, transformed stately Gourmet into a cutting-edge publication. This was the golden age of print media—the last spendthrift gasp before the Internet turned the magazine world upside down.

Complete with recipes, Save Me the Plums is a personal journey of a woman coming to terms with being in charge and making a mark, following a passion and holding on to her dreams—even when she ends up in a place she never expected to be.

Chill and Prosper: The New Way to Grow Your Business, Make Millions, and Change the World by Denise Duffield-Thomas

Want to make twice as much money with half the work? It’s time to shift your mindset, recognize your worth, and become a successful entrepreneur on your own terms!

‘Denise is a much-needed voice of practical wisdom.’ Marie Forleo, founder of B-School

Feeling burned-out by your business? Sick of the ‘hustle and grind’ culture of your industry? There’s a better way. Get over your perfectionism, chill, and prosper!

With her trademark humour and down-to-earth wisdom, money mindset coach Denise Duffield-Thomas shares the invaluable business and counterintuitive millionaire mindset lessons (no blood, sweat or tears necessary) that will set you on the path of abundance – without all the hard work.

You’ll discover how to find the business model that works perfectly for your personality, and learn key concepts – such as the Golden Goose and the Keyless Life – to help you work less and earn more. Plus, Denise talks you through the small but important details of being an entrepreneur, including how to deal with awkward money situations and find the most effective ways to price offers. With real business case studies and practical advice, Chill and Prosper challenges the old, boring assumptions of what it takes to create success.

This is a revised and updated edition of the book previously published as Chillpreneur.

Voodoo and Vampiresby Theophilus Monroe

When one of the world’s most gifted witches becomes a vampire, you’d be wise to heed this advice: Don’t f*** with her.

I’m supposed to seduce and assassinate the vampire king…

He’s defied the new vampire council.

The Voodoo Queen has evoked Erzulie, the Loa of Love, to render him susceptible to my allure

Once I’ve enthralled the king my orders are to stake him and cast a spell to harness the power that lingers in his blood.

But there’s one problem…

He has enthralled me instead.

MEET THE BLOOD WITCH

I’m Hailey Bradbury: Hedge Witch and Vampire.

My sire was staked moments after I was turned.

As a youngling, the Voodoo Queen took me in. She taught me her art.

I’ve been working with the new Mistress of the Vampire Council.

She trained me in the ways of vampirism, the path of the night.

Witchcraft + Voodoo + Vampirism = what I call bloodwitchery.

Most witches won’t mess with the power latent in blood.

It’s dark. It’s dangerous. But if you can master it…

You can harness the power of life itself.

Gold in the Golden Years: How to Create a Successful Business with the S.O.A.R. Launch and Grow Plan to Fulfill Your Purpose and Passion to Make Your Own Gold! by Nan McKay

Are you ready for a change? Are you excited to take on a new challenge? Is this point in life the time to dust yourself off and start all over again?

Gold in the Golden Years provides options for flexibility and allows you to take charge of your own life and business. This book is broken down into four sections with easy steps, which will help you stay focused, organized, and ensure your right path.

Gold in the Golden Years is a blueprint for your dream lifestyle business with special features for women 50+. From A-Z, you can choose, launch, and operate a business with this S.O.A.R. Guide to success!

Want specifics from legal structure to marketing details? Create your own Action Plan! Nan McKay brings her tribe of women entrepreneurs together to provide specific, helpful advice and counsel all the way through!

It’s a MUST READ from a woman who created six successful businesses over 40 years.

No Nursing Home for Me!: Strategies to Manage Pain, Improve Functional Mobility and Keep You Living Independently by Dr. Loraine Lovejoy-Evans

Adults who are looking for ways to reduce pain and swelling will find answers in this book. Physical therapy exercises help build strength and improve function so people can live a full, comfortable life. These strategies can reduce the need to access the healthcare system and keep people living independently.

All American Bad Boyby Weston Parker

One hot night changed everything.

As a kid, all I ever wanted to do was fly. I was born a pilot.

And I’m the best fighter pilot in the world. They call me Dice because of my dicey aerial maneuvers.

Safety and security aren’t my first concern. Living big is.

Right before our next big show, we’re forced to work with a new inspector.

You know, the nerdy guys in Levi’s and New Balance sneakers.

Much to my surprise, it’s a curvy babe that makes my blood rush to all the right places.

She’s clever, sexy, and gives me a run for my money when it comes to stubbornness.

But she has a secret that could change everything.

My career, my future, my world.

One night together and she’s got my legacy in her belly.

She decides to not tell me about the baby, and she grounds my plane because she’s scared, which leaves us with a fight on our hands.

I’m used to being the one in control in the sky, but she holds all the power on the ground.

I’ve been a lot of things in my life, but all I want to be right now is her All American Bad Boy.

Every good girl deserves a bad boy. ~ Weston

All American Bad Boyby Weston Parker

One hot night changed everything.

As a kid, all I ever wanted to do was fly. I was born a pilot.

And I’m the best fighter pilot in the world. They call me Dice because of my dicey aerial maneuvers.

Safety and security aren’t my first concern. Living big is.

Right before our next big show, we’re forced to work with a new inspector.

You know, the nerdy guys in Levi’s and New Balance sneakers.

Much to my surprise, it’s a curvy babe that makes my blood rush to all the right places.

She’s clever, sexy, and gives me a run for my money when it comes to stubbornness.

But she has a secret that could change everything.

My career, my future, my world.

One night together and she’s got my legacy in her belly.

She decides to not tell me about the baby, and she grounds my plane because she’s scared, which leaves us with a fight on our hands.

I’m used to being the one in control in the sky, but she holds all the power on the ground.

I’ve been a lot of things in my life, but all I want to be right now is her All American Bad Boy.

Every good girl deserves a bad boy. ~ Weston

No Nursing Home for Me!: Strategies to Manage Pain, Improve Functional Mobility and Keep You Living Independently by Dr. Loraine Lovejoy-Evans

Adults who are looking for ways to reduce pain and swelling will find answers in this book. Physical therapy exercises help build strength and improve function so people can live a full, comfortable life. These strategies can reduce the need to access the healthcare system and keep people living independently.

Gold in the Golden Years: How to Create a Successful Business with the S.O.A.R. Launch and Grow Plan to Fulfill Your Purpose and Passion to Make Your Own Gold! by Nan McKay

Are you ready for a change? Are you excited to take on a new challenge? Is this point in life the time to dust yourself off and start all over again?

Gold in the Golden Years provides options for flexibility and allows you to take charge of your own life and business. This book is broken down into four sections with easy steps, which will help you stay focused, organized, and ensure your right path.

Gold in the Golden Years is a blueprint for your dream lifestyle business with special features for women 50+. From A-Z, you can choose, launch, and operate a business with this S.O.A.R. Guide to success!

Want specifics from legal structure to marketing details? Create your own Action Plan! Nan McKay brings her tribe of women entrepreneurs together to provide specific, helpful advice and counsel all the way through!

It’s a MUST READ from a woman who created six successful businesses over 40 years.

Voodoo and Vampiresby Theophilus Monroe

When one of the world’s most gifted witches becomes a vampire, you’d be wise to heed this advice: Don’t f*** with her.

I’m supposed to seduce and assassinate the vampire king…

He’s defied the new vampire council.

The Voodoo Queen has evoked Erzulie, the Loa of Love, to render him susceptible to my allure

Once I’ve enthralled the king my orders are to stake him and cast a spell to harness the power that lingers in his blood.

But there’s one problem…

He has enthralled me instead.

MEET THE BLOOD WITCH

I’m Hailey Bradbury: Hedge Witch and Vampire.

My sire was staked moments after I was turned.

As a youngling, the Voodoo Queen took me in. She taught me her art.

I’ve been working with the new Mistress of the Vampire Council.

She trained me in the ways of vampirism, the path of the night.

Witchcraft + Voodoo + Vampirism = what I call bloodwitchery.

Most witches won’t mess with the power latent in blood.

It’s dark. It’s dangerous. But if you can master it…

You can harness the power of life itself.

Chill and Prosper: The New Way to Grow Your Business, Make Millions, and Change the World by Denise Duffield-Thomas

Want to make twice as much money with half the work? It’s time to shift your mindset, recognize your worth, and become a successful entrepreneur on your own terms!

‘Denise is a much-needed voice of practical wisdom.’ Marie Forleo, founder of B-School

Feeling burned-out by your business? Sick of the ‘hustle and grind’ culture of your industry? There’s a better way. Get over your perfectionism, chill, and prosper!

With her trademark humour and down-to-earth wisdom, money mindset coach Denise Duffield-Thomas shares the invaluable business and counterintuitive millionaire mindset lessons (no blood, sweat or tears necessary) that will set you on the path of abundance – without all the hard work.

You’ll discover how to find the business model that works perfectly for your personality, and learn key concepts – such as the Golden Goose and the Keyless Life – to help you work less and earn more. Plus, Denise talks you through the small but important details of being an entrepreneur, including how to deal with awkward money situations and find the most effective ways to price offers. With real business case studies and practical advice, Chill and Prosper challenges the old, boring assumptions of what it takes to create success.

This is a revised and updated edition of the book previously published as Chillpreneur.