Brenda Wilson is an impulsive young woman who longed for a soulmate with whom she could share all her hopes and dreams, including her secret desire to own a coffee shop. Corey Chambers is a more reserved individual who simply wanted someone to love and treasure him, just the same as he would do for her. When these two strangers crossed paths, they began a journey together that would change the course of both of their lives.

Emma and Chris are two people who paths shouldn't cross, but since Nick is Emma's friend and Chris's little brother, it's inevitable for them not to see each other. Emma has had a crush on Chris since year 11, but she doesn't do anything regarding it until one drunken night when he kisses her. When Emma meets him again, she confronts Chris about the unspoken night, but his jarring words and charming actions confuse her. Emma tries to distract herself with what really matters: her studies, her friends, her books and her favourite place, Lily's Café. Will Emma and Chris cross paths for the last time, or will they give in to their deep desires? ~

What do you do when you meet the guy of your dreams? Set him up with your sister, of course. Kari doesn't have time for love when she's opening her new cat café. She’s busy hiring employees, fighting with the health inspector – oh, and welcoming 16 shelter cats. She's doing this for the cats, the community, and her family. The café will give her sister, Marley, a job worthy of her baking skills. Then a tattooed military vet wanders in claiming he’s a master baker. Surely Marley will fall for a guy this sweet, this sexy, this tasty. Colin has other ideas. It's Kari who makes him want to turn up the heat. But he's spent the last two years recovering from physical and psychological wounds. Is he really ready for a relationship? He's not even sure he should commit to Samson, the sweet Siamese cat who steals his heart. The Furrever Friends Sweet Romance series features the workers and customers at a small-town cat café, and the adorable cats and kittens looking for their forever homes. Each book is a complete story with a happy ending for one couple. These sweet romances will leave you with the warm, cozy feeling of cuddling a purring cat. Get Lions and Love at the Cat Café, a sweet romance novella, free when you sign up for the Kris Bock email newsletter: https://sendfox.com/lp/1g5nx3

"A bracing, rollicking read about the spark that ignites when people start asking meaningful questions." —O Magazine Christopher Phillips is a man on a mission: to revive the love of questions that Socrates inspired long ago in ancient Athens. "Like a Johnny Appleseed with a master's degree, Phillips has gallivanted back and forth across America, to cafés and coffee shops, senior centers, assisted-living complexes, prisons, libraries, day-care centers, elementary and high schools, and churches, forming lasting communities of inquiry" (Utne Reader). Phillips not only presents the fundamentals of philosophical thought in this "charming, Philosophy for Dummies-type guide" (USA Today); he also recalls what led him to start his itinerant program and re-creates some of the most invigorating sessions, which come to reveal sometimes surprising, often profound reflections on the meaning of love, friendship, work, growing old, and others among Life's Big Questions. "How to Start Your Own Socrates Café" guide included.

Welcome to the heartwarming world of "Café Serendipity." Within these pages, you will embark on a journey filled with romance, self-discovery, and the magic of fate. Meet Jacqueline, a struggling writer whose life takes an unexpected turn when she inherits a cozy café from a distant relative. Little does she know that this quaint establishment holds secrets that will forever change her life. As Jacqueline steps into the task of renovating Café Serendipity, she uncovers more than peeling paint and dusty corners. Hidden within the walls of the café, she discovers a treasure trove of old love letters, each imbued with a sense of longing and a tale of a love lost in time. Intrigued by the tenderness of the words and fueled by a desire to see love rekindled, Jacqueline becomes determined to trace the stories behind the letters, hoping to reunite the hearts that once penned them. Yet, in her quest to unite the lovers of yesteryears, Jacqueline finds herself on a transformative journey of her own. As the threads of the past weave through her present, she begins to see her life through a different lens. The love stories captured in those letters inspire her to seek deeper connections, not only with those around her but also within herself. Along this journey, she forms unexpected friendships and encounters a mysterious stranger who challenges her to confront her own desires and dreams. As Jacqueline pours her heart and soul into Café Serendipity, the café itself undergoes a transformation, becoming a haven for dreamers, a sanctuary for souls seeking solace, and a place where love stories, both new and old, find a common ground. Through the pages of "Café Serendipity," you will witness the power of human emotions, the beauty of second chances, and the joy of embracing life's serendipitous moments. Join us as we delve into a world where mysteries of the heart unfold, where romance blooms amidst the scent of freshly brewed coffee, and where the past and present intertwine in the most unexpected ways. "Café Serendipity" is a testament to the notion that love is timeless, and that sometimes, the universe conspires to bring together kindred souls in the most enchanting of settings. So, grab your favorite drink, settle into a cozy nook, and let yourself be captivated by the tales woven within the walls of Café Serendipity, where every page turned is a step deeper into the transformative power of love.

This story is based on a true love story that spanned almost two decades. The names and places have been changed to protect the privacy of the individuals involved in this affair. The chronological sequence of events has been maintained for continuity. All the stories and experiences are based on facts. This book is about a love story that was kept secret for 18 years and perhaps shouldve remained a secret. The first book related to this love story was a book of poems entitled Somewhere, Sometime, Somehow: Love Poems and Short Stories published in 2008 by this author and Xlibris. For the perceptive reader of this book one can trace the ups and downs of our love relationship. These 18 years were filled with robust love and passion for each other. Perhaps it was fantasy; perhaps it was the most real thing we will ever experience. The heartbreaking part of this love affair is that I am not really sure my lover ever really understood or appreciated my profound and unconditional love for her. I opened my heart to her through poetry and thoughtful letters, but she rarely showed me what was in her heart. Perhaps it was a one-sided love affair, but I surely think and hope not. I was convinced that she truly loved me through her words and actions. At least I experienced a pure love that I had only dreamed was possible. The story is told mainly through the exchange of letters and emails to each other. Perhaps readers can experience and hopefully feel the deep love we felt for each other.

It’s 1994. Cell phones have yet to give seamen a bittersweet connection to the world they leave ashore, and Captain John Raymond has been riding the tides of loneliness for years. Lost in the choppy two-weeks on, two-weeks off rhythm of tugboat life, he feels most alone laying at anchor in New York Harbor because home is so close but seems a world away. The harbor is where John performs The Wheelhouse Café, singing over a marine radio in the wheelhouse. He doesn’t know if anyone hears him . . . until he meets Arden McHale. Arden is adrift when John finds her sobbing at the wake for Billy Mickelson, a tugboat captain lost at sea. She is terrified that her rejection of Billy’s long-harbored love is the reason behind her childhood friend’s tragic disappearance. Arden is also distraught that her go-to remedy of work marathons and round-the-clock cocktails fails to calm her waves of guilt and grief. Though John and Arden are from two different worlds, they share an intoxicating connection that threatens to derail Arden’s budding romance with another man and makes John realize just how empty his life has become. Soon after Billy’s wake, Arden asks John to help protect her eight year-old nephew from his abusive father. John agrees to let the boy stow away on the tug until he’s out of danger. During the ensuing adventure, the connection between John and Arden deepens as they talk over the marine radio set up in her apartment, and Arden swoons as she listens John sing in The Wheelhouse Café. But as John opens up to being heard and understood, Arden is faced with more questions than answers. Will she ever forgive herself for abandoning Billy? Can she let go of feeling responsible for his death? Is she capable of falling in love, especially with someone who’s given his heart to the sea for so long?