Elite Women

In Second Class, working-class Americans of all races, political orientations, and occupations share their stories—cleaning ladies, health care aides, cops, truck drivers, fast food workers, electricians, and more. In their own words, these working-class Americans explain the struggles and triumphs of their increasingly precarious lives—as well as what policies they think would improve them.

For Nyla Holmes, life is never easy. Two steps forward always end up turning into ten steps back. As the coldest female barber in Elite Cutz, Nyla wants to own her own shop. She plans for years and has set her sights on the perfect building. Disappointment settles in once again when she finds out that her dream has to be put on hold. The one person Nyla believes will never hurt her does the unthinkable.

Welcome to "Petals of Peace: Nurturing Self-Love through Poetry." Crafted with care and compassion by Diane Shirewood. This collection of over fifty healing poems invites you on an intimate voyage through life's intricate tapestry. Each poem, a piece of life frozen in verse, offers wisdom found in silent moments and strength harvested from vulnerability. Together, they portray the undying resilience within us and the profound beauty that arises from our collective experiences. From quiet affirmations of self-acceptance to bold proclamations of self-love, each line in this anthology is a ...

In Women Who Spark After 50, Aleta will continue to inspire the spark within you by sharing stories of midlife women who got up and got busy, helping you tap into unrealized dreams and passions, giving you the courage, and a roadmap, to put your dreams first after years of taking care of others.

BEAR I'm not the kind of guy you come to for help. But, Bree Turner claims I'm the only person who can give her what she needs. She's a redhead with a body made for sin and curves that have my mouth watering. She makes me want to change my ways, but at what price? I'd do anything to keep Bree safe on her journey for answers about her brother's death, but when she digs into my past, all bets are off. BREE Before my brother died, he told me if I ever found myself in trouble to track this guy down. Only, David never told me his retired commanding officer had become the president of a ...

Nixon Abandonato made his choice. And now he has to pay the price. Tracey is the love of his life, but being with him has made her a target of his family's enemies. The only way to keep Trace alive is convince the world she means nothing to him. Trace Rooks has fallen irrevocably in love with the son of her family's sworn rival, and she knows in her bones nothing can tear them apart. Until Nix suddenly pushes her away and into the arms of his best friend... But Trace isn't ready to give up on a future with Nix.

In Sister Style, Nadia E. Brown and Danielle Casarez Lemi argue that Black women's political experience and the way that voters evaluate them is shaped overtly by their skin tone and hair texture, with hair being a particular point of scrutiny....

Online dating can be overwhelming. I know, I’ve been there. But through trial and error, I came up with proven and tested ways to find women you are interested in online and then meet them for real. No more endless conversations that go nowhere and no more struggling to get noticed. I will reveal the best dating sites and apps to use, regardless of the type of relationship you are looking for, whether that is just for “some fun” or to “find your soulmate”.

Praise for Alice Crowley's writing: "I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!" ~Satisfied Kindle Reader "FIVE STARS!" ~ Multiple Fans "Alice Crowley is one of our best living authors!" ~ G. Taylor Hanna is a woman in a seriously dysfunctional and f'd up marriage, one rife with conflict and drama -- too much really. When a circus sideshow of freaks and busty burlesque dancers arrives in town, she meets a spiritual alpha male and former Navy SEAL who does yoga tricks as part of the act. Hanna is forced to reckon with an old town legend, though. The legend of the fist of the Troll. Now Hanna ...

In Erotic Exchanges, Nina Kushner reveals the complex world of elite prostitution in 18th-century Paris by focusing on the professional mistresses who dominated it. In this demimonde, these dames entretenues exchanged sex, company, and sometimes even love for being "kept". Most of these women entered the profession unwillingly, either because they were desperate and could find no other means of support or because they were sold by family members to brothels or to particular men.

Hawk I’ve wanted her since the day I hired her. But I have one strict rule. Don’t date my employees. Tempest Elite has been under threat of war and my attention hasn’t been where it should be. That’s how I missed someone threatening my girl’s safety. But I’m here now. And I’m not going to let anyone take my Lo. Even if that means breaking my own rules and having her for myself. Lotus Six months ago I thought I left my past behind me. But, a simple text proves I thought wrong. I need Hawks help, but he’s so busy with club drama, I’m afraid to ask. Until he forces me too. ...

Micah Sloane knows almost everything there is to know about Risa Clay, including the vicious betrayal she endured years ago and the distrust she’s harbored ever since. The only way for the Elite Ops agent to uncover an assassin - and banish the ghosts of his own dark past - is to use Risa as bait. But nothing has prepared him for her disarming blend of innocence and sensuality, or for his overwhelming need to protect her.… Risa has spent six years rebuilding her life. And now, to save it, she must pose as Micah’s lover and draw a killer into the open.

NATE You know who who I am But you have no idea. My son hurt her now he will pay for hurting a good girl And she will know what it means to have a real man in her life!

Smokey I had a perfect life...once. Jumping from planes into fires made me feel alive. But a set of bad knees has taken that away from me. My brotherhood is my life now. I’ll do anything for Tempest Elite MC, Including keeping my hands off the curvy fireball working for Hawk. Rules are rules, and he says she is off the market, But there is something about Rylee that I can’t shake. She’s in trouble, and I may be just the man she needs to save her. Rylee Hawk’s Restaurant is my oasis in a storm. I’m one of the lucky ones. I got away. But my ex won’t give up easily, and I needed a ...

It was supposed to be simple. All Navy SEAL Nathan Malone had to do was rescue three young girls from a Colombian drug cartel, then allow himself to be captured just long enough to draw out a government spy. That was before his mission went disastrously wrong… and before his wife, Bella, was told that Nathan was never coming home. Bella’s mourned her husband’s death for three long years, having no idea that he was still alive....

Bridal shop owner Mikayla Martin has witnessed a murder - and got an up-close-and-personal look at the killer. What's worse: She knows she knows him. But the police, after doing an alibi check, don't believe her. It's up to Mikayla to prove them wrong…and do whatever it takes to solve the murder by herself. Elite Ops agent Nikolai Steele, code name Renegade, is asked to pay an old comrade a favor. This friend swears he's no killer - and Nik believes him - even though he's been mistaken as one by Mikayla. So Nik goes to set her straight…but the moment he lays eyes on the fiery and determined beauty, he knows he's in too deep.

You pass right by them every day - in the coffee shops, at school, in the grocery store, or workplace. You probably wouldn't recognize them for what they are. Often, they don't even recognize it themselves...until it's too late. Bethany could never admit to the thinly veiled danger lurking in her home.

This book showcases the journeys of women who have chosen to lead a virtuous life by sharing how their relationship with God has transformed them. Christian writing aims to help others for Jesus's sake, whether it's done privately or publicly. Hearing God's voice is simpler than one might imagine, and it can happen without our awareness. God speaks to us in many ways, such as through an impression in our spirit, a passage of Scripture, or a prophetic dream. We were created to commune with God, and He wants us to draw near to Him to understand His will for our lives and know His heart. To be...

In the late 2000s, Molly Bloom, a 20-something petite brunette from Loveland, Colorado, ran the highest stakes, most exclusive poker game in existence. Hundreds of millions of dollars were won and lost at her table. Molly's game became the game for those in the know - celebrities, business moguls and millionaires. Molly staged her games in palatial suites with beautiful views and exquisite amenities. She flew privately, dined at exquisite restaurants, hobnobbed with the heads of Hollywood studios, was courted by handsome leading men....

Two enemies. One wedding. The plan was simple...until they started to fall for each other. Noah and Olivia are total opposites. She’s buttoned up and proper, focused entirely on her career, and has no time for messy, inconvenient feelings. He’s a big-hearted bachelor who loves pushing her buttons and has always secretly pined for the feisty heroine. The fact that she’s vowed to never fall for him? Doesn’t deter him in the slightest. A NYC playboy turned business mogul has 90 days to win over the woman he’s always desired in order to save his father’s company.