A young girl who has a dream of being a baker. Even though she may not have the encouragement she needs from a young age. She does not give up on her dream.

Dane never wanted a partner, especially not one like Shana George. She was trouble in a killer body with an attitude to match. And she was far too much like him. Except he was broken. His soul had been irreparably damaged by a life of fighting causes against punishing odds. Shana was fresh and full of piss and vinegar, but with too many soft curves for him to ignore. Together they fight each other while they fight their assigned battles against underworld badasses. The governor sends them on occasional missions and in between they help keep mischief at bay on the island of Martha's Vineyard. Shana doesn't know why she stays with Dane and he knows he's bad for her. But they can't seem to let each other go. How long can this go on? Will they stay together or fall apart? What readers are saying: "Dane and Shana... will captivate and seduce you, all the while unraveling mysteries, uncovering clues, outsmarting the bad guys"--Amazon Reviewer "Shana and Dane were the main characters in this book series and let me tell you they had some sizzling chemistry that kept you reading until the last page"--Amazon Reviewer "I was thrilled to do a search and find that there is so much more for Beachcombers Investigations and can't wait to read all of them...I would love to see this as a series on tv, I think it would be big hit."--Amazon Reviewer This 900+ page box set includes the first five novels of the Beachcomber Investigations romantic detective series plus two bonus novellas. If you love intense action and sizzling sensual tension mixed with witty banter, this is your series.

This comprehensive two-volume set brings together all aspects of the blues from performers and musical styles to record labels and cultural issues, including regional evolution and history. Organized in an accessible A-to-Z format, the Encyclopedia of the Blues is an essential reference resource for information on this unique American music genre. For a full list of entries, contributors, and more, visit the Encyclopedia of the Blues website.

20+ 30+ years of dating fiascos 60+ down-home, comforting recipes 1 pink baking hammer, with apron and lip gloss to match Many (many) bottles of wine Too many tears A whole lotta laughter Yields: 1 very happy baker We've all been there. The blind date from hell. The Big Hurt. The guy who details his various surgeries over Caesar salad on the first date. Who needs a pint of rocky road when you can head to the kitchen and work out your heartache with a whisk and a bottle of wine? Erin Bolger has been there, dated that and baked through it all. Turns out the more bitter the heartbreak, the sweeter the batter. So don't cry over bad dates, bad boyfriends or bad breakups—whip up a batch of My-Mom-Didn't-Like-You-Anyway Cupcakes and bake yourself happy.

Woman Rancher Clears Wrongly-Accused Rifleman in the Action-Packed Historical Western Romance, Montana Surrender by Trana Mae Simmons 1893, Montana, Little Big Horn Valley Wrongly accused of a vicious crime, Storm intends to clear his name--and bring the real villain to justice. But when the lovely Jessica--who's looking for a stash of cursed gold to pay a looming mortgage--stumbles into Storm's tangled web of deception, she up-ends his well-laid plans. And while the fiery passion between them is undeniable, falling in love is far too dangerous. REVIEWS: Trana Mae Simmons understands the wild land, its untamed characters and brings their complex stories to life. ~Romantic Times Magazine "Filled with unexpected plot turns and an intriguing cast of unusual characters. A winner! ~Michalann Perry, Zebra Books Author The DARING WESTERN HEARTS SERIES, in order Montana Surrender Bittersweet Promises Mountain Magic

Miranda White loves her job as a baker at River’s End Ranch. She’s been there a year, and the only fly in the ointment is Bob, the chef for Kelsey’s Kafé, who picks a fight with her every single morning. December on the ranch doesn’t only bring skiers and snowmobilers, it also brings cookies. And at River’s End, cookies mean Miranda. Bob Blakely is clueless about women, and he knows it. Teasing Miranda every morning about the amount of chocolate chips in her cookies seems to be the best way to get her attention. When Kelsi Clapper invites them both to dinner one night, Bob sees his chance to let her know how he feels. Will Miranda be able to see past his tormenting? Or will she choose to spend another Christmas alone?

Jon McConal, longtime columnist for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, takes readers on a trip back through 20 years of writing about Texasits history, people, and unusual places. The native Texan writes about a wide variety of subjects including ghosts, cemetaries, celebrations, pets, veterans, and personal stories.