'A gorgeous and funny story about family and acceptance' Nina Pottell (Prima) 'Laugh out loud funny yet poignant at heart' Frances Quinn, author of That Bonesetter Woman 'A real treat of a book' Eleni Kyriacou, author of The Unspeakable Acts of Zina Pavlou 'Another gem from Nicola Gill' Jessica Ryn, author of The Imperfect Art of Caring Twenty-nine-year-old teacher Emily needs her father to believe her life is a success. He may have walked out on the family when she was a child and let her down when she needed him most, but her life is perfect despite him. Or it was until last Friday, when her fiancé dumped her. Now she's facing a frighteningly empty future, and she's unravelling at work. And just when she thought things couldn't get worse, her father turns up on her doorstep. Ed knows he's got it wrong, and he wants to make amends, even if his motives aren't entirely selfless. What better way to do that than to show Emily how much he cares about her wedding? He'll even shell out for the dress if that's what it takes. Emily can't bear to tell her father that her life has fallen apart. So she doesn't. Before she knows it, they're planning – and booking – a wedding that's totally perfect. Except for one small fact...

An exciting and insightful account of the controversial world of gymnastics, the recent changes of the scoring system, and why those changes will drive American gymnasts to the top of the sport in the twenty-first century.

"The Last Set of the Morning" by E. Louis Dalton

The war is over. The Delta Squad ended the invasion, and the war of the worlds was over. But at the same time as the last battle, 188 assassinated the President of the United States, hoping that even with his defeat the country would fall. Putting their commander in charge of the country under disguise to keep chaos from breaking out, the Syndicate believes they have avoided disaster. But the hard-headed commander only plays the part for so long before revealing himself, causing unprecedented civil unrest. After a surprise attack from Mark and his own version of the Delta Squad turns the country upside down, they become public enemy #1. The real squad is forced back into action, to free the country one vicious battle at a time, and rescue America from a near-hopeless situation. But are they already too late?

THE STORIES: In the first play, THE RIVER, two unmarried ladies meet in a cafe to lament the fact that one of them just reached the dangerous age of thirty--which the other (a far more philosophic sort) has long since sailed safely past. Brooding on

Paige is forced to make one of the biggest decisions of her life. She has to choose between her past, Pharaoh, or her present, Kane. Pharaoh has shown her nothing but love while Kane has given her nothing but heartbreak. Her heart is torn. Sometimes the best choice is not the road we take. Convinced that her and Kane can make their marriage work this time, Paige gives him another chance. But once a dog, always a dog. Paige watches as Kane makes a bid for district attorney and soon begins to show his true colors. Pharaoh can’t accept that Paige has once again walked out of his life. This time, he won’t sit back and watch her. He finds a way to incorporate himself into her life. This time, he’s falling deep and deeper in love with her. He knows she’s battling her emotions when it comes to them. It’s only a matter of time until she realizes she loves him too. King and City have managed to pull their relationship together. They are both finally on the same page, until King’s secret comes out. City finds herself face to face with the woman who has her man’s heart. The truth hurts her to her core. This time, King may have lost her for good. Kane is ready to take things to the next level with Paige. He’s ready to do exactly what he set out to do with her in the beginning. His plan is in motion, but he has to curve it when it’s not going as planned. The only thing to do now is cut his losses, Paige. Kane is playing a dangerous game; he just didn’t count on a boss like Pharaoh coming in to show him how the game is really played. What happens when everything you think is real turns out to be fake? How does love turn to hate in an instant? The decisions we make can cost us the things we value most in our lives and we won’t realize it until it’s gone. Will City understand King’s secret and forgive him? Can their love for each other survive? Can Paige finally find the strength to walk away from Kane? Will Kane let her walk away with her life? Pharaoh may need to show exactly why he’s Ace of the streets. Paige is about to find out what happens when a real boss loves you.

1969: War in Vietnam. War on the streets of California. The scent of sorcery fills the air. Lives and freedom are at risk as the FBI closes in. Can Jasmine Jones and the Black Panthers unite the people? Can they stand in their power in the midst of this magical fire? Can this battle be won? Will love prevail? Find out in the thrilling conclusion to The Panther Chronicles, an exciting, action packed urban fantasy series filled with magic, sorcery, and shapeshifters. Join the revolution!