WANNA BET? Five months ago, Dylan Talley's world turned upside down when she discovered her family had been hidden in witness protection. Now, while her sisters find their place at the Talley Inn, Dylan feels lost, unsure of where she truly belongs. She has to get out. Somehow. When Fletcher Tyler, the most infuriating man in Masterson County, accuses her of not being able to control her own life, Dylan fires back—with a bet. Fletcher needs a housekeeper. Dylan needs an escape. Six months as his housekeeper, no help from her father, and absolutely no quitting. She's in. But keeping things simple—and platonic—gets complicated fast. Fletcher wants more than just housekeeping. And just as things start to heat up, danger from Dylan's past returns with a vengeance. Now, she's fighting for more than her pride—and Fletcher might be the only one who can save her... WINNING HIS WAGER is a full-length, small-town western romantic suspense novel and part of the Masterson County connected stand-alone series. The Masterson County series contains scenes of violence, adventure, occasional dark criminal behavior, moderate cursing—especially by villains, possibly a few mild-to-moderate love scenes, and references to subject matter that may distress some readers. The Masterson County books contain the same level of descriptive content as a typical crime drama on network television—but good always wins out in the end, guaranteed.

The Action Bible presents more than 230 fast-paced narratives in chronological order, making it easy to follow the Bible’s historical flow and building up to the thrilling climax of God’s redemptive story. Plus, these spectacular updates take the action to a whole new level: 25 new stories showcase a more extensive exploration of God’s work in our lives. 23 expanded stories highlight additional experiences of the people who tell God’s story. 128 new pages of illustrations deliver a richer artistic experience with more close-up faces, historical details, and dramatic colors. Every page sparks excitement to explore God’s Word and know Him personally. Readers will witness God’s active presence in the world through stories from the life of Jesus and great heroes of the faith. Let this blend of powerful imagery and clear storytelling capture your imagination and instill the truth that invites you to discover your own adventure of life with God. Sergio Cariello’s illustrations for The Action Bible leap off the page with the same thrilling energy that earned him international recognition for his work with Marvel Comics and DC Comics.

Have you watched a sports event on TV recently? If your answer is yes, then you know it’s hard to go one commercial break without seeing an advertisement for some sort of casino or sports-based betting. The gambling industry has crafted a narrative that their products and services offer unmatched thrills and top-tier entertainment. The result? More Americans than ever are wagering on the outcome of a football game or the spin of a roulette wheel, all from the phones in their pockets. This is all legal in most states, yes. But is it ethical? What would Jesus have to say about it? Max Rogers seeks to raise awareness in the Christian community about the explosion of online betting into the American mainstream and thus into our daily lives. These pages address topics covered in the New Testament that aim to help Christians examine gambling through the eyes of Jesus, including discussions about money and greed, being aware of deceivers, and trusting in the Lord. If you or a loved one is struggling with the constant accessibility of sports and casino gambling, or if you are curious as to what the Bible says about Christians partaking in this activity, the hope is that these pages will shed God’s light on the subject.

Whether it's in Las Vegas' glitzy casinos or its seamy back alleys, Black Belt magazine columnist and poker pro Mark Jacobs captures the excitement with the vision of an insider in his new novel Pascal's Wager... Pascal Silver is an action junkie down on his luck. One of the best poker players alive, a losing streak has forced him to take work as a private detective. But when the gorgeous daughter of murdered casino owner "Houston Phil" LaPierre turns to him for help, he finds himself in over his head dealing with the cops, the mob and the enigmatic but beautiful Allegra LaPierre. Now he'll have to pull off the biggest bluff of his life to come out on top. And even if he does, he'll still be left with the question "Who killed Phil?" a question only he is shrewd enough to answer.

A Wall Street Journal bestseller, now in paperback. Poker champion turned decision strategist Annie Duke teaches you how to get comfortable with uncertainty and make better decisions. Even the best decision doesn't yield the best outcome every time. There's always an element of luck that you can't control, and there's always information hidden from view. So the key to long-term success (and avoiding worrying yourself to death) is to think in bets: How sure am I? What are the possible ways things could turn out? What decision has the highest odds of success? Did I land in the unlucky 10% on the strategy that works 90% of the time? Or is my success attributable to dumb luck rather than great decision making? Annie Duke, a former World Series of Poker champion turned consultant, draws on examples from business, sports, politics, and (of course) poker to share tools anyone can use to embrace uncertainty and make better decisions. For most people, it's difficult to say "I'm not sure" in a world that values and, even, rewards the appearance of certainty. But professional poker players are comfortable with the fact that great decisions don't always lead to great outcomes, and bad decisions don't always lead to bad outcomes. By shifting your thinking from a need for certainty to a goal of accurately assessing what you know and what you don't, you'll be less vulnerable to reactive emotions, knee-jerk biases, and destructive habits in your decision making. You'll become more confident, calm, compassionate, and successful in the long run.

Lord Morley's life will change forever when he wins a game of cards and a family of sisters to go along with it.Miss Standish in none too pleased to have become the responsibility of yet another Lord, even if he is full of charm and goodness. Her responsibilities are to her sisters first. With the repairs on the castle moving forward nicely and concerted efforts in a season in Bath made to find suitors for them all, Miss Standish and Lord Morley must determine where duty stops and matters of the heart take over.Read this warm tale of family, sisters, loyalty and love to get a huge dose of the best part of a regency romance fans of Jane Austen or Georgette Heyer would enjoy.