LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 'Z ings and smarts in all the right places . . . breathtakingly original, profound but with a delicious dose of irreverence' INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 JUDGES 'An exciting read' READER REVIEW 'I will be thinking about some of these stories for a long time' READER REVIEW 'A fabulous read and a brilliant translation!!!' READER REVIEW 'An entertaining, thought-provoking piece of fiction' READER REVIEW _______ 'You know, love is love, he says. But what about the revolution?' Intricately built and wickedly humorous, these five interconnected short stories are all about one thing: money. From an interview with a child-star-turned-thief to the mysterious death of an employee at a drug manufacturer - or the couple feigning marital bliss to keep their inheritance, Ia Genberg carefully unravels the value we place on both money and people. What does it really mean to be in debt to someone? How does our financial worth permeate the ways we think and feel? And what do we lose when we supposedly win? Small Comfort skewers its characters, slyly implicating the reader along the way. A brilliantly original and thought-provoking collection from the author and translator of The Details, shortlisted for the 2024 International Booker Prize. More praise for Small Comfort: 'A delightful and exquisitely executed literary mini-study that brings to mind Joan Didion' - Expressen 'Her humour and delight in language make the stories crackle with life' - Svenska Dagbladet 'I haven't read anything better this year' - Sydsvenskan 'Genberg captures, with intelligence and insight, the afflictions of our time' - Göteborgs-Poste Praise for Ia Genberg: 'Miraculous' - Hernan Diaz , author of Trust 'I wish I could write like this' - Fredrik Backman , author of A Man Called Ove 'So good that I kept underlining passages so I could reread them later' - Mark Haddon , author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 'Mesmerizing and hot to the touch' - Catherine Lacey, New York Times

You've Got Mail for a new generation, set in the days of AOL and instant messenger banter, about a freshly engaged editorial assistant who winds up spending her "summer Fridays" with the person she least expects Summer 1999: Twentysomething Sawyer is striving to make it in New York. Between her assistant job in publishing, her secret dreams of becoming a writer, and her upcoming wedding to her college boyfriend, her is plate full. Only one problem: She is facing an incredibly lonely summer as her fiancé has been spending longer and longer hours at work . . . with an all-too-close female colleague, Kendra. When Kendra's boyfriend, Nick, invites Sawyer to meet up and compare notes about their suspicions, the meeting goes awry. She finds Nick cocky and cynical, and he finds her stuck in her own head. But then Nick seeks out Sawyer online to apologize, and a friendship develops. Soon, Sawyer's lonely summer takes an unexpected turn. She and Nick begin an unofficial ritual—exploring New York City together every summer Friday. From hot dogs on the Staten Island Ferry and Sea Breezes in a muggy East Village bar to swimming at Coney Island, Sawyer feels seen by Nick in a way that surprises her. He pushes her to be braver. To ask for what she wants. Meanwhile, Sawyer draws Nick out of his hard shell, revealing a surprisingly vulnerable side. They both begin living for their Friday afternoons together. But what happens when the summer is over? Summer Fridays is a witty and emotional love letter to New York City that also captures the feeling of being young and starting out, uncertain what to do on your summer Friday. It’s also perfect for readers who remember when “going online” meant tying up the phone line, and the timeless thrill of seeing a certain someone’s name in your inbox.

The lunchbox reinvented: transform the boring routine of your children's packed lunches into cute, edible cartoon characters! Packing school lunches for fussy children can be a chore. Parents are bored of making the same old soggy sandwiches every day, and your picky eaters don't even show any appreciation when they return their lunchboxes with uneaten veggies and scrappy bits. What if you could entice your children to eat balanced lunches every day? Even better: how do you transform the routine of unoriginal packed lunches into a joy for yourself? Inspired by the Japanese tradition of the bento box-a home-packed meal served in a box with compartments containing different foods-Yummy Kawaii Bento reinvents the concept of the stale packed lunch. Learn to make your very own creative bento boxes and turn the law of "don't play with your food on its head by reimagining dishes as colorful cartoon characters. Entice your children with: . Teddy bear-shaped mini pizzas . Hot "dog buns . Scrambled egg chicks . Porky pastas . Panda bamboo salads...and many more edible critters! With more than 160 step-by-step tutorials on how to assemble balanced bento boxes, create food art, and cook individual recipes that bridge the East and the West, Yummy Kawaii Bento turns food preparation into an art and makes eating fun again for both parent and child. Soon, your children will boast to their friends about their lunches, and your spouse might even ask for his or her own takeaway lunch! Lunchtime, or dinnertime, will never be the same again. Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Good Books and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of cookbooks, including books on juicing, grilling, baking, frying, home brewing and winemaking, slow cookers, and cast iron cooking. We've been successful with books on gluten-free cooking, vegetarian and vegan cooking, paleo, raw foods, and more. Our list includes French cooking, Swedish cooking, Austrian and German cooking, Cajun cooking, as well as books on jerky, canning and preserving, peanut butter, meatballs, oil and vinegar, bone broth, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Danger lurks everywhere for Central Oregon's fire crews, but the biggest risk of all might be losing their hearts… Burn Zone Smokejumper Lincoln Reid is speechless to see Jacob Hartman among his squad's new recruits. Linc had promised his late best friend he'd stay away from his little brother. And yet here Jacob is…and almost instantly, the same temptation Linc has always felt around him is causing way too many problems. Jacob gets everyone's concerns, but he's waited years for his shot at joining the elite smokejumping team, hoping to honor his brother's memory. He's ready to tackle any challenge Linc throws his way, and senses the chemistry between them-chemistry Linc insists on ignoring -is still alive and kicking. This time, Jacob's determined to get what he wants. But the closer they get, the more Linc's plan to leave at the end of the season risks him breaking another promise: the one his heart wants to make to Jacob. High Heat Smoke jumping is Garrick Nelson's life. Nothing, not severe injuries nor the brutal physical therapy that follows, is going to stop him from getting back with his crew. But when a lost dog shows up on his front porch, he can't turn her away, and he can't take care of her on his own. Thankfully, help comes in the form of his new sexy, dog-loving neighbor. As they work together, trying to re-home their little princess, Garrick can't resist his growing attraction for the other man, even though he knows this guy isn't the staying type. Rain Fisher doesn't take anything too seriously. He dances through life, one adventure at a time, never settling in one place for too long. When his hot, conveniently buff, neighbor shows up on his doorstep, dog in tow, Rain's determined to not just save the adorable puppy, but her reluctant owner as well. He never expects their flirtation might tempt him into stay put once and for all... Feel the Fire Fire behavior specialist Luis Riviera goes where his job takes him. But when he's assigned to an arson investigation in Central Oregon-the place he left his broken heart twenty years ago-he's afraid of being burned all over again. Tucker Ryland had planned to join his first love, Luis, in LA after high school graduation, but life got in the way. Now a fire management expert and a divorced father of teen twins, Tucker's thrown for a loop when he finds himself working side by side with his Luis, now all grown up and more intriguing than ever. Though consumed by a grueling fire season and family responsibilities, the two men discover their bond has never truly broken. Tentative kisses turn to passionate nights. But smoking sheets aside, old hurts and new truths stand in the way of this time being the start of forever. Hotshots Book 1: Burn Zone Book 2: High Heat Book 3: Feel the Fire Book 4: Up in Smoke Also by Annabeth Albert: Shore Leave Book 1: Sailor Proof Book 2: Sink or Swim Out of Uniform Book 1: Off Base Book 2: At Attention Book 3: On Point Book 4: Wheels Up Book 5: Squared Away Book 6: Tight Quarters Book 7: Rough Terrain

Dive into the hilarious and heartwarming world of Greg Heffley with this exclusive hardcover gift set, featuring books 5 through 8 of the beloved bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney. Perfect for both new readers and longtime fans, this hardcover gift set includes: * The Ugly Truth : Greg faces the awkward realities of growing up and learns some hard truths about life. * Cabin Fever : A snowstorm traps Greg and his family indoors, leading to a series of hilarious and chaotic events. * The Third Wheel : Greg navigates the tricky waters of middle school romance and friendship. * Hard Luck : Greg's luck seems to have run out, and he must find a way to turn things around. Each book is packed with laugh-out-loud moments, relatable situations, and engaging illustrations that bring Greg's adventures to life. This beautifully designed box set makes an ideal gift for young readers aged 7-12 and is a must-have addition to any Diary of a Wimpy Kid collection. Key Features: * Hardcover editions of books 5-8 (these are fresh hardcovers, not used editions) * Specially designed collectible box * Perfect for gifting and collecting * Particularly suitable for ages 7-12 Join Greg Heffley on his unforgettable journey through middle school with this gift-ready box set. Collect all the books in the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (#1) | Rodrick Rules (#2) | The Last Straw (#3) | Dog Days (#4) | The Ugly Truth (#5) | Cabin Fever (#6) | The Third Wheel (#7) | Hard Luck (#8) | The Long Haul (#9) | Old School (#10) | Double Down (#11) | The Getaway (#12) | The Meltdown (#13) | Wrecking Ball (#14) | The Deep End (#15) | Big Shot (#16) | Diper Överlöde (#17) | No Brainer (#18) | Hot Mess (#19) | Partypooper (#20) See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley’s best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson’s Journal | Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure | Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories

LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 'Z ings and smarts in all the right places . . . breathtakingly original, profound but with a delicious dose of irreverence' INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 JUDGES 'An exciting read' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ READER REVIEW 'I will be thinking about some of these stories for a long time' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ READER REVIEW 'A fabulous read and a brilliant translation!!!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ READER REVIEW 'An entertaining, thought-provoking piece of fiction' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ READER REVIEW _______ 'You know, love is love, he says. But what about the revolution?' Intricately built and wickedly humorous, these five interconnected short stories are all about one thing: money. From an interview with a child-star-turned-thief to the mysterious death of an employee at a drug manufacturer - or the couple feigning marital bliss to keep their inheritance, Ia Genberg carefully unravels the value we place on both money and people. What does it really mean to be in debt to someone? How does our financial worth permeate the ways we think and feel? And what do we lose when we supposedly win? Small Comfort skewers its characters, slyly implicating the reader along the way. A brilliantly original and thought-provoking collection from the author and translator of The Details, shortlisted for the 2024 International Booker Prize. More praise for Small Comfort: 'A delightful and exquisitely executed literary mini-study that brings to mind Joan Didion' - Expressen 'Her humour and delight in language make the stories crackle with life' - Svenska Dagbladet 'I haven't read anything better this year' - Sydsvenskan 'Genberg captures, with intelligence and insight, the afflictions of our time' - Göteborgs-Poste Praise for Ia Genberg: 'Miraculous' - Hernan Diaz , author of Trust 'I wish I could write like this' - Fredrik Backman , author of A Man Called Ove 'So good that I kept underlining passages so I could reread them later' - Mark Haddon , author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 'Mesmerizing and hot to the touch' - Catherine Lacey, New York Times

The New York Times bestselling Freakonomics changed the way we see the world, exposing the hidden side of just about everything. Then came SuperFreakonomics, a documentary film, an award-winning podcast, and more. Now, with Think Like a Freak, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner have written their most revolutionary book yet. With their trademark blend of captivating storytelling and unconventional analysis, they take us inside their thought process and teach us all to think a bit more productively, more creatively, more rationally?to think, that is, like a Freak. Levitt and Dubner offer a blueprint for an entirely new way to solve problems, whether your interest lies in minor lifehacks or major global reforms. As always, no topic is off-limits. They range from business to philanthropy to sports to politics, all with the goal of retraining your brain. Along the way, you'll learn the secrets of a Japanese hot-dog-eating champion, the reason an Australian doctor swallowed a batch of dangerous bacteria, and why Nigerian e-mail scammers make a point of saying they're from Nigeria. Some of the steps toward thinking like a Freak: First, put away your moral compass?because it's hard to see a problem clearly if you've already decided what to do about it. Learn to say ?I don't know??for until you can admit what you don't yet know, it's virtually impossible to learn what you need to. Think like a child?because you'll come up with better ideas and ask better questions. Take a master class in incentives?because for better or worse, incentives rule our world. Learn to persuade people who don't want to be persuaded?because being right is rarely enough to carry the day. Learn to appreciate the upside of quitting?because you can't solve tomorrow's problem if you aren't willing to abandon today's dud. Levitt and Dubner plainly see the world like no one else. Now you can too. Never before have such iconoclastic thinkers been so revealing?and so much fun to read.

Can they write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? In this cosy and spicy paranormal romance from the author of Best Hex Ever, a successful horror writer whose novel is being adapted into a movie clashes with the lead actor on set in a haunted mansion. -------------------------- 'El-Fassi is the master of cosy spice! Brigitte Knightley, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for your Enemy 'Addictive and adorable, sweet and sexy' Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual' Thea Guanzon, The Hurricane Wars 'Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy and beautifully inclusive' Sangu Mandanna, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches -------------------------- Rosemary is a successful horror author with a secret: she can see ghosts. So when the set of her hit novel's film adaptation turns out to be a haunted countryside manor, she's unfazed. What she's less prepared for is the maddeningly handsome, completely miscast actor playing her leading man. Ellis is a Hollywood heartthrob tired of his action-hero persona. Instead, he dreams of being a serious actor, and having free time to spend gardening with his dog. Landing the lead in a historical horror movie is his chance to start fresh... until he discovers the author tried to have him replaced. But as filming progresses, and the manor's ghosts make their presence known, the chemistry between Rosemary and Ellis becomes undeniable. With secrets being spilled, sparks flying, and spirits stirring up trouble, can they face their demons and write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? -------------------------- 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual, Love at First Fright has it all - charming and evocative prose, a gripping plot, and swoon-worthy chemistry between two imperfect people who just happen to be perfect together.' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of Tusk Love 'El-Fassi is a master of cosy spice! Love At First Fright strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and smutty, featuring El-Fassi's trademark chemistry (the tension!), magic, and delightful friendships. . . A low stakes, high spice read for fans of enemies-to-lovers ft. a Stern Brunch Daddy.' Brigitte Knightley, author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy 'Best Hex Ever is a hard act to follow, but Love at First Fright does it so well! Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy, and beautifully inclusive - I loved this every bit as much as the first.' Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, soft, and spooky - horny in all the best ways without losing its tenderness, honesty, or sensitivity to the messy realities of grief, shame, anxiety, and show business.' Shelly Jay Shore, USA Today bestselling author of Rules for Ghosting 'Charming, witty, and bingeable! Love At First Fright is my newest 5-star read. Stephanie Archer, author of The Vancouver Storm Series By turns absolutely sizzling and surprisingly tender, Love at First Fright offers a delightful escape into a world full of movie stars, best-selling writers, sapphic ghosts, old haunted British mansions, and much delicious kink. I adored it! Jamie Pacton, co-author of Homegrown Magic and author of The Absinthe Underground 'From the first ghost to the final page, this paranormal romance between a haunted horror author and her way-too-hot leading man had me smiling, and often blushing. Such spooky, swoony, and warm-hearted fun.' Rebecca Podos, co-author of Homegrown Magic and winner of the Lambda Literary Award.

Can they write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? In this cosy and spicy paranormal romance from the author of Best Hex Ever, a successful horror writer whose novel is being adapted into a movie clashes with the lead actor on set in a haunted mansion. -------------------------- 'El-Fassi is the master of cosy spice! Brigitte Knightley, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for your Enemy 'Addictive and adorable, sweet and sexy' Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual' Thea Guanzon, The Hurricane Wars 'Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy and beautifully inclusive' Sangu Mandanna, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches -------------------------- Rosemary is a successful horror author with a secret: she can see ghosts. So when the set of her hit novel's film adaptation turns out to be a haunted countryside manor, she's unfazed. What she's less prepared for is the maddeningly handsome, completely miscast actor playing her leading man. Ellis is a Hollywood heartthrob tired of his action-hero persona. Instead, he dreams of being a serious actor, and having free time to spend gardening with his dog. Landing the lead in a historical horror movie is his chance to start fresh... until he discovers the author tried to have him replaced. But as filming progresses, and the manor's ghosts make their presence known, the chemistry between Rosemary and Ellis becomes undeniable. With secrets being spilled, sparks flying, and spirits stirring up trouble, can they face their demons and write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? -------------------------- 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual, Love at First Fright has it all - charming and evocative prose, a gripping plot, and swoon-worthy chemistry between two imperfect people who just happen to be perfect together.' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of Tusk Love 'El-Fassi is a master of cosy spice! Love At First Fright strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and smutty, featuring El-Fassi's trademark chemistry (the tension!), magic, and delightful friendships. . . A low stakes, high spice read for fans of enemies-to-lovers ft. a Stern Brunch Daddy.' Brigitte Knightley, author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy 'Best Hex Ever is a hard act to follow, but Love at First Fright does it so well! Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy, and beautifully inclusive - I loved this every bit as much as the first.' Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, soft, and spooky - horny in all the best ways without losing its tenderness, honesty, or sensitivity to the messy realities of grief, shame, anxiety, and show business.' Shelly Jay Shore, USA Today bestselling author of Rules for Ghosting 'Charming, witty, and bingeable! Love At First Fright is my newest 5-star read. Stephanie Archer, author of The Vancouver Storm Series By turns absolutely sizzling and surprisingly tender, Love at First Fright offers a delightful escape into a world full of movie stars, best-selling writers, sapphic ghosts, old haunted British mansions, and much delicious kink. I adored it! Jamie Pacton, co-author of Homegrown Magic and author of The Absinthe Underground 'From the first ghost to the final page, this paranormal romance between a haunted horror author and her way-too-hot leading man had me smiling, and often blushing. Such spooky, swoony, and warm-hearted fun.' Rebecca Podos, co-author of Homegrown Magic and winner of the Lambda Literary Award.

Can they write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? In this cosy and spicy paranormal romance from the author of Best Hex Ever, a successful horror writer whose novel is being adapted into a movie clashes with the lead actor on set in a haunted mansion. -------------------------- 'El-Fassi is the master of cosy spice! Brigitte Knightley, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for your Enemy 'Addictive and adorable, sweet and sexy' Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual' Thea Guanzon, The Hurricane Wars 'Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy and beautifully inclusive' Sangu Mandanna, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches -------------------------- Rosemary is a successful horror author with a secret: she can see ghosts. So when the set of her hit novel's film adaptation turns out to be a haunted countryside manor, she's unfazed. What she's less prepared for is the maddeningly handsome, completely miscast actor playing her leading man. Ellis is a Hollywood heartthrob tired of his action-hero persona. Instead, he dreams of being a serious actor, and having free time to spend gardening with his dog. Landing the lead in a historical horror movie is his chance to start fresh... until he discovers the author tried to have him replaced. But as filming progresses, and the manor's ghosts make their presence known, the chemistry between Rosemary and Ellis becomes undeniable. With secrets being spilled, sparks flying, and spirits stirring up trouble, can they face their demons and write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? -------------------------- 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual, Love at First Fright has it all - charming and evocative prose, a gripping plot, and swoon-worthy chemistry between two imperfect people who just happen to be perfect together.' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of Tusk Love 'El-Fassi is a master of cosy spice! Love At First Fright strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and smutty, featuring El-Fassi's trademark chemistry (the tension!), magic, and delightful friendships. . . A low stakes, high spice read for fans of enemies-to-lovers ft. a Stern Brunch Daddy.' Brigitte Knightley, author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy 'Best Hex Ever is a hard act to follow, but Love at First Fright does it so well! Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy, and beautifully inclusive - I loved this every bit as much as the first.' Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, soft, and spooky - horny in all the best ways without losing its tenderness, honesty, or sensitivity to the messy realities of grief, shame, anxiety, and show business.' Shelly Jay Shore, USA Today bestselling author of Rules for Ghosting 'Charming, witty, and bingeable! Love At First Fright is my newest 5-star read. Stephanie Archer, author of The Vancouver Storm Series By turns absolutely sizzling and surprisingly tender, Love at First Fright offers a delightful escape into a world full of movie stars, best-selling writers, sapphic ghosts, old haunted British mansions, and much delicious kink. I adored it! Jamie Pacton, co-author of Homegrown Magic and author of The Absinthe Underground 'From the first ghost to the final page, this paranormal romance between a haunted horror author and her way-too-hot leading man had me smiling, and often blushing. Such spooky, swoony, and warm-hearted fun.' Rebecca Podos, co-author of Homegrown Magic and winner of the Lambda Literary Award.

Can they write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? In this cosy and spicy paranormal romance from the author of Best Hex Ever, a successful horror writer whose novel is being adapted into a movie clashes with the lead actor on set in a haunted mansion. -------------------------- 'El-Fassi is the master of cosy spice! Brigitte Knightley, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for your Enemy 'Addictive and adorable, sweet and sexy' Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual' Thea Guanzon, The Hurricane Wars 'Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy and beautifully inclusive' Sangu Mandanna, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches -------------------------- Rosemary is a successful horror author with a secret: she can see ghosts. So when the set of her hit novel's film adaptation turns out to be a haunted countryside manor, she's unfazed. What she's less prepared for is the maddeningly handsome, completely miscast actor playing her leading man. Ellis is a Hollywood heartthrob tired of his action-hero persona. Instead, he dreams of being a serious actor, and having free time to spend gardening with his dog. Landing the lead in a historical horror movie is his chance to start fresh... until he discovers the author tried to have him replaced. But as filming progresses, and the manor's ghosts make their presence known, the chemistry between Rosemary and Ellis becomes undeniable. With secrets being spilled, sparks flying, and spirits stirring up trouble, can they face their demons and write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? -------------------------- 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual, Love at First Fright has it all - charming and evocative prose, a gripping plot, and swoon-worthy chemistry between two imperfect people who just happen to be perfect together.' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of Tusk Love 'El-Fassi is a master of cosy spice! Love At First Fright strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and smutty, featuring El-Fassi's trademark chemistry (the tension!), magic, and delightful friendships. . . A low stakes, high spice read for fans of enemies-to-lovers ft. a Stern Brunch Daddy.' Brigitte Knightley, author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy 'Best Hex Ever is a hard act to follow, but Love at First Fright does it so well! Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy, and beautifully inclusive - I loved this every bit as much as the first.' Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, soft, and spooky - horny in all the best ways without losing its tenderness, honesty, or sensitivity to the messy realities of grief, shame, anxiety, and show business.' Shelly Jay Shore, USA Today bestselling author of Rules for Ghosting 'Charming, witty, and bingeable! Love At First Fright is my newest 5-star read. Stephanie Archer, author of The Vancouver Storm Series By turns absolutely sizzling and surprisingly tender, Love at First Fright offers a delightful escape into a world full of movie stars, best-selling writers, sapphic ghosts, old haunted British mansions, and much delicious kink. I adored it! Jamie Pacton, co-author of Homegrown Magic and author of The Absinthe Underground 'From the first ghost to the final page, this paranormal romance between a haunted horror author and her way-too-hot leading man had me smiling, and often blushing. Such spooky, swoony, and warm-hearted fun.' Rebecca Podos, co-author of Homegrown Magic and winner of the Lambda Literary Award.

In the world of professional hockey, these players know how to score. But will the love they find off the ice be any match for their love for the game, or is someone bound to lose? This box set includes all three full-length novels in the Hat Trick series: Off the Ice Tristan Holt may be at the top of his game, but hitting the books in the off-season means he'll have a business degree to fall back on when it's time to hang up his hockey skates. What seems to be a straightforward plan is complicated by his undeniable attraction to his sexy sociology professor, Sebastian Cruz. Impressed by Tristan's brain as well as his brawn, Sebastian can't help lusting after the gorgeous jock. With tenure on the line, Sebastian won't break the rules by becoming involved with one of his students-at least, not until the end of term. Once final grades are posted, though, their naughty mutual fantasies can become reality. Tristan's not sure he's up for being the poster boy for openly gay hockey players, but Sebastian's never been the type of man to keep his sexuality-or his relationships-in the closet. For Tristan, being with Sebastian might mean risking more than just his heart. Goalie Interference After a stellar season as goalie for the Atlanta Venom, Ryu Mori is expecting to hear he's the new starting goalie for the team when he's called into mangement's office. Instead, Emmitt Armstrong-the incredibly hot, annoyingly bratty rookie-is here to compete for his spot. Emmitt Armstrong is not about to waste the opportunity after grinding his way from the bottom to the top. If the Venom are looking for a meek, mild-mannered pushover, they've got the wrong guy. Ryu doesn't want to admit the other goalie's smart mouth turns him on. Beating Armstrong at practice feels good, sure, but there are other, more fun ways to shut his rival up. In this league, it's winner takes all. But there's more to life than winning, and if Emmitt and Ryu can get past their egos and competitive natures, they might just discover they work better as partners than they ever imagined possible. Trade Deadline Daniel "Bellzie" Bellamy should be on top of the world-a Stanley Cup is the perfect topper to his fourteen-year NHL career. But despite the post-win high, something's missing. When the chance to play for his hometown team, the Miami Thunder, comes along, he's open to it. And when he runs into an old friend from his past soon after he makes the move, he wonders if it might be kismet. Micah Kelly never thought he'd reunite with his childhood crush-and first kiss-again. Danny Bellamy moved on to bigger and better things when they were teenagers, and the idea that Micah's relationship with the professional hockey player could be anything more than one-sided Instagram thirst seems too good to be true. As the season goes on, Micah teaches Daniel to surf, and Daniel introduces Micah to his lovable pack of rescue dogs and the world of being a hockey boyfriend. Life is good. But when things on the ice don't go as planned, they'll have to decide if their rediscovered romance is built to last.

Can they write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? In this cosy and spicy paranormal romance from the author of Best Hex Ever, a successful horror writer whose novel is being adapted into a movie clashes with the lead actor on set in a haunted mansion. -------------------------- 'El-Fassi is the master of cosy spice! Brigitte Knightley, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for your Enemy 'Addictive and adorable, sweet and sexy' Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual' Thea Guanzon, The Hurricane Wars 'Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy and beautifully inclusive' Sangu Mandanna, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches -------------------------- Rosemary is a successful horror author with a secret: she can see ghosts. So when the set of her hit novel's film adaptation turns out to be a haunted countryside manor, she's unfazed. What she's less prepared for is the maddeningly handsome, completely miscast actor playing her leading man. Ellis is a Hollywood heartthrob tired of his action-hero persona. Instead, he dreams of being a serious actor, and having free time to spend gardening with his dog. Landing the lead in a historical horror movie is his chance to start fresh... until he discovers the author tried to have him replaced. But as filming progresses, and the manor's ghosts make their presence known, the chemistry between Rosemary and Ellis becomes undeniable. With secrets being spilled, sparks flying, and spirits stirring up trouble, can they face their demons and write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? -------------------------- 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual, Love at First Fright has it all - charming and evocative prose, a gripping plot, and swoon-worthy chemistry between two imperfect people who just happen to be perfect together.' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of Tusk Love 'El-Fassi is a master of cosy spice! Love At First Fright strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and smutty, featuring El-Fassi's trademark chemistry (the tension!), magic, and delightful friendships. . . A low stakes, high spice read for fans of enemies-to-lovers ft. a Stern Brunch Daddy.' Brigitte Knightley, author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy 'Best Hex Ever is a hard act to follow, but Love at First Fright does it so well! Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy, and beautifully inclusive - I loved this every bit as much as the first.' Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, soft, and spooky - horny in all the best ways without losing its tenderness, honesty, or sensitivity to the messy realities of grief, shame, anxiety, and show business.' Shelly Jay Shore, USA Today bestselling author of Rules for Ghosting 'Charming, witty, and bingeable! Love At First Fright is my newest 5-star read. Stephanie Archer, author of The Vancouver Storm Series By turns absolutely sizzling and surprisingly tender, Love at First Fright offers a delightful escape into a world full of movie stars, best-selling writers, sapphic ghosts, old haunted British mansions, and much delicious kink. I adored it! Jamie Pacton, co-author of Homegrown Magic and author of The Absinthe Underground 'From the first ghost to the final page, this paranormal romance between a haunted horror author and her way-too-hot leading man had me smiling, and often blushing. Such spooky, swoony, and warm-hearted fun.' Rebecca Podos, co-author of Homegrown Magic and winner of the Lambda Literary Award.