A paranoid single mom is forced to confront the unthinkable act she committed as a desperate teenager in this addictive thriller with a social media twist. Maria Weston wants to be friends. But Maria Weston is dead. Isn't she? 1989. When Louise first notices the new girl who has mysteriously transferred late into their senior year, Maria seems to be everything the girls Louise hangs out with aren't. Authentic. Funny. Brash. Within just a few days, Maria and Louise are on their way to becoming fast friends. 2016. Louise receives a heart-stopping email: Maria Weston wants to be friends on Facebook. Long-buried memories quickly rise to the surface: those first days of their budding friendship; cruel decisions made and dark secrets kept; the night that would change all their lives forever. Louise has always known that if the truth ever came out, she could stand to lose everything. Her job. Her son. Her freedom. Maria's sudden reappearance threatens it all, and forces Louise to reconnect with everyone she'd severed ties with to escape the past. But as she tries to piece together exactly what happened that night, Louise discovers there's more to the story than she ever knew. To keep her secret, Louise must first uncover the whole truth, before what's known to Maria--or whoever's pretending to be her--is known to all.

Why don't we feel the moment when we fall in love but always remember when it ends? Akash is young, single and conservative with a preference for girls with brains than in miniskirts. One day, he runs into free-spirited Aleesha at a local discotheque. A mass-media student, Aleesha is a pampered brat, the only child of her parents who dote on her. This brief meeting leads them to exchange their BlackBerry PINs and they begin chatting regularly. As BlackBerry plays cupid, they fall in love. When they hit a rough patch in their life, Aditya, Akash's close pal, guides them through it. But just when they are about to take their relationship to the next level, a sudden misfortune strikes. Can Aditya bring Akash's derailed life back on track? It Started with a Friend Request is a true story which will make you believe in love like never before.

Heartbreaking, inspiring, and totally true—this e-original short non-fiction story sets the stage for New York Times bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry's novel And Then I Found You. Patti Callahan is one of three sisters, a member of a close-knit Irish American family. Yet as happy and boisterous as they appear to be, the Callahans have long harbored a heartache. Some twenty years ago, Patti's younger sister, Barbi, placed her infant daughter for adoption. The whole family respected Barbi's decision and admired her fortitude. Still, they couldn't help but wonder: What ever became of the beautiful baby who had been placed with a chosen, but anonymous family? On April 20th, 2010, Facebook gave them the answer they'd been looking for. It was a life-changing moment—one that inspired Patti to write this unforgettable true story. Advance praise for Patti Callahan Henry's And Then I Found You: "[It] will surprise you, provoke you, and rearrange your heart." —Jacquelyn Mitchard "Henry at her best, brimming with heart and compassionate wisdom." —Joshilyn Jackson "The most soulful book Patti Callahan has ever written."—Dorothea Benton Frank "Explores the labyrinth of a woman's heart—mother, daughter, sister, friend, lover. Moving and beautifully written."—Mary Alice Monroe

"This book had me swooning, laughing, and crying - a truly enjoyable read." -Brett Jonas, Goodreads Reviewer Emma has been best friends with Eli since she moved to his neighborhood ten years ago. Tired of being cast in the role of the girl next door, Emma creates a fake Facebook profile in the hopes of starting an online friendship with Eli, which would hopefully lead to more. Like...way more. From friend request to In a Relationship--it all seemed so completely logical when she'd planned it. Eli can't figure out what Emma is up to. He’s pretty sure she's the one behind the Facebook profile, but then again, why would she do something so drastic instead of just admitting she wants to be more than friends? And who the heck is this new guy he saw her with? Eli starts to think that just maybe...he missed his chance with the girl next door. Two best friends, one outlandish ruse. Their status is about to become way more than It’s Complicated... Disclaimer: This Entangled Teen Crush book contains one fake Facebook profile, two best friends who secretly crave each other, and a dreaded sex talk with parents...boy crush in the room included. Pushing a relationship beyond the friend zone has never been so crazy... Each book in the Girlfriend Request series is STANDALONE: * The Girlfriend Request * The Boyfriend Bid

Have you accepted a 'friend request' when you should have clicked ignore? Do you really know all the people listed as 'friends' on your Facebook page? What if somebody from your past assumed the identity of someone from your present, so they could get close to you? What if they wanted to get close to you, just to hurt you -- again.

A killer is lurking in the shadows in Atlanta. At night, he passes houses while imagining the discarded lives inside. In his twisted mind, he believes none of them deserve to be there. He methodically searches neighborhoods until his next unknowing victims invite him into their homes. The killer is untraceable, unpredictable, merciless, and thorough. Even with all the technology in the world at her fingertips, special agent Cathy Chambers is no closer to catching the serial killer than she was on day one. As state lines blur and bodies pile up, Cathy is forced to recruit the one man she knows can live and hunt off the grid: special agent Jack Lawsen. He saved her life once and now may have to again. But with a smart, fast, and relentless killer on the loose, Jack has his work cut out for him. In this gripping tale, a murderous madman leads two special agents on an octane-boosting chase across the Northwest with the power to determine the fate of one or all.

In this digital age, where connectivity and communication are at our fingertips, the threat of online scams and fraudulent activities has become increasingly prevalent. If you're tired of constantly worrying about falling victim to fake friend requests, phishing emails, and online scams, then "How to Protect Yourself from Pretend Friend Requests & Email Scams" is the ultimate guide you've been waiting for. Written by author Jo Anne Meekins, a former policies and procedures writer, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the online world with confidence. Through personal experiences and practical advice, you'll discover invaluable strategies to identify and defend yourself against the deceptive tactics employed by scammers. Inside this book, you'll learn: Recognizing Red Flags Smart Social Media Management Reporting Resources Real-life Examples Arm yourself with knowledge, develop critical thinking skills, and embark on a journey toward digital self-defense with this essential guide. Don't let scammers prey on your trust—take control of your online presence and protect yourself from the dangers lurking in the virtual world.