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There’s a very particular reason why Chloe Sinclair has not met her Mr Right - he doesn't exist. And the reason he doesn't exist is because the right couples in history did not get together. It now falls to Chloe to travel back in time to matchmake like her love life depended on it.... Each of Chloe’s trips revolves around the iconic Hotel Del Coronado - part historic landmark, part Californian fairy tale. Here she experiences the Victorian era, the Roaring '20s, the fabulous '50s and the '80s karaoke party of your dreams!

Most people don’t even realize the challenges teachers face every day. From lesson-planning to dealing with problematic students and overbearing parents, teachers have to juggle various responsibilities all at once. It’s a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, this cold-hearted system is hindering education in general, and leaving teachers to their own means can backfire and have serious sociological consequences. But on the other hand, the system provides a crazy amount of freedom for teachers to do their own thing and be creative and versatile in their jobs.

Who killed Stuart Burlington? Earlsraven is shaken by the news that its renowned antiques dealer has been slain with a samurai sword from his own collection. A web of secrets surrounds the case, and Nathalie and Louise - the owner of the Black Feather inn and her formidable cook - are determined to unravel it. They have an unexpected ally in the form of Hector Peroux, a celebrated private detective from Belgium. Together they are soon able to track down a suspect.

Sorcerer Marla Mason, small-time guardian of the city of Felport, has a big problem. A rival is preparing a powerful spell that could end Marla's life - and, even worse, wreck her city. Marla's only chance of survival is to boost her powers with the Cornerstone, a magical artifact hidden somewhere in San Francisco. But when she arrives there, Marla finds that the quest isn't going to be quite as cut-and-dried as she expected...

Trauma following automobile accidents can persist for weeks, months, or longer. Symptoms include nervousness, sleep disorders, loss of appetite, and sexual dysfunction. In Crash Course, Diane Poole Heller and Laurence Heller take listeners through a series of case histories and exercises to explain and treat the health problems and trauma brought on by car accidents.

Webmind - the vast consciousness that spontaneously emerged from the infrastructure of the World Wide Web - has proven its worth to humanity by aiding in everything from curing cancer to easing international tensions. But the brass at the Pentagon see Webmind as a threat that needs to be eliminated. Caitlin Decter-the once-blind 16-year-old math genius who discovered, and bonded with, Webmind - wants desperately to protect her friend. And if she doesn't act, everything - Webmind included - may come crashing down.

Spring is here, and Tav and his clan of survivors set out to clean up from the destruction of Vermont's winter. With no gasoline, they will have to find new ways to travel, and they will cross paths with survivors who were strong enough to make it through the bitter cold. And these new enemies will do whatever it takes to survive the spring.

My name is Volrath, and I am an Aesir of Asgard. I have no family name to speak of, but then I discovered I could tame, train, and breed the great dragons that are feared throughout Asgard. Now that I have this incredible power, it is my mission to scour the nine realms in search of more dragons to add to my menagerie. I am joined by a beautiful Light Elf and a powerful half-Valkyrie sorceress, and these women want to bind themselves to me and bear my children.

To recover more of Galaxy's lost dominion, they must plunge into the world's largest mixed drink–the ocean itself–in search of the fabled city of Atlantis. But as they delve deeper, something is lurking in the shadows, pouring a flight of grand schemes. Marcus is getting stronger, but in a world where even the gods can be on the rocks, giving his kids a world worth inheriting will be a delicate mix of bitters and bravery.

A comprehensive guide to the foundations of Toltec wisdom, Beyond Fear is essential reading for fans of Don Miguel Ruiz’s New York Times best-selling book, The Four Agreements, which has sold over 8 million copies and has been translated into 46 languages worldwide. Providing instruction in the basic elements of the Toltec spiritual practice, this collection of ceremonies, wisdom, and prophecies empowers readers to shed their fears, judgments, and guilt - an essential step before practicing the Four Agreements.

Authors John Dorney, Jessica Regan and Tom Salinsky provide a captivating decade-by-decade exploration of the Oscars. For each decade, they examine the making of classic films, trends and innovations in cinema, behind-the-scenes scandals at the awards ceremony and who won and why. Twenty films are reviewed in-depth, alongside 10 detailed 'making-of' accounts and capsule reviews of every single Best Picture winner in history. In addition, each Best Picture winner is carefully scrutinised to answer the ultimate question: 'did the Academy get it right?'

Erin Donohue would describe herself as happy. Well, maybe not exactly happy...but not unhappy either. For the most part she loves her job as Head Chef at The Ivy Inn, working alongside bestfriend, Jo and making a home with boyfriend Aaron. Things are going just fine. Or so she thinks.... After a tough shift, Erin returns home to be greeted by silence. There is no trace of Aaron or his belongings. In that split second her whole life and world are turned upside down. It seems Aaron has exited the building and her life.

The Spiritualist Grand Tournament has begun. Eryk Veiger is determined to win, not just so he can remove Grant Leucht from Kari’s and Fay’s lives for good, but also so he can request Kari’s freedom and allow Lin to walk in the sun without fear of being mistaken for a Demon Beast. He’s more determined than ever to prevent what happened in his past from happening again in his future. Yet someone working in the shadows is determined to make sure Eryk doesn’t succeed, even if that means assassinating him under the cover of night.

War is coming, and she must decide how badly she wants the vampires on her side. Or as a thorn in her side. When children go missing, and the Humans have no leads, I'm the one they call. I am their last hope in bringing home the lost ones. I salvage what they cannot. Bringing my allies together as war approaches is my number one concern. But that means I have to play nice with a vampire who is blackmailing me. If I don’t, I’m screwed and my family is dead. But I don't play nice. And I have a backup plan. Kinda.

I dreamt of being saved by noble Aurelian warriors. Instead, I was abducted by savages. They come through the portal in a fury of blood and violence, destroying my captors without mercy. They will have none for me, either. Aurelians demand total obedience. The brands mark my rescuers as Fanatics who serve the Old Ways. And when they find their Mate, they possess her body and soul. I’ve traded one captivity for another, pulled from serving a cruel lord to living in a mansion on a planet ruled by warriors, priests, and a vengeful alien War-God.

Discover the simple weight loss strategy that women like Jennifer Aniston are using to stay fit into their 50s and beyond. Short of hiring your own dietitian, coming up with an intermittent fasting plan that actually meets your needs can be an uphill struggle all on its own.

Woken from his long slumber into a new and dangerous world, Lord Aziel was a legend before he could recall his own name. At great personal cost, he has successfully built a following in the most isolated reaches of Kadora - only to be struck down by the mysterious World Seed whose true intentions remain unknown. Brought back from the brink of death by his beautiful Succubus Celia and proud Queen Astrel, Aziel finds his actions have attracted the attention of powerful enemies.

You could be manifesting money while driving your car, taking a walk, or doing the dishes! Are you looking to generate some extra cash in the most effective, least desperate, most effortless way possible? Whether you are looking for an extra $1,000 a month or need a radical wealth makeover, Manifestation for Money will instantly raise your frequency to give you lasting results.

Anastasia “Nastya” Romanov was given a single mission: to smuggle an ancient spell into her suitcase on her way to exile in Siberia. It might be her family’s only salvation. But the leader of the Bolshevik army is after them, and he’s hunted Romanov before. Nastya’s only chances of saving herself and her family are either to release the spell and deal with the consequences, or to enlist help from Zash, a handsome soldier who doesn’t act like the average Bolshevik. Nastya has only dabbled in magic, but it doesn’t frighten her half as much as her growing attraction to Zash.

Unlike most travel guides that all focus on the same few places, this one offers an incredible variety of experiences to choose from. No matter if you're longing to experience Japanese cuisine, hike in the mountains, see ancient temples, or enjoy the vibrant nightlife of Tokyo, there's something for you!