Best Selling Books by Laura Martin

A supernatural take on World War II espionage featuring a girl with the ability to possess other bodies.

Ellswort, Maine, 31 ottobre 2014: Annabelle, insieme a sua sorella Mel, al suo fidanzato Colin e ad altri due amici, decidono di festeggiare Halloween giocando con una tavola Ouija. Ben presto risponde al loro richiamo medianico lo spirito di Bloody Mary, la leggendaria ragazzina sepolta viva che popola incubi, trame di libri e film per la sua presunta capacità di indurre alla morte coloro a cui si manifesta. I ragazzi assistono a un''orribile apparizione e ne pagano le conseguenze: Mel muore pochi giorni dopo l''accaduto e il gruppo di amici si sfalda, inesorabilmente e drammaticamente. A un anno di distanza Annabelle e Colin, ormai ex-fidanzati, si incontrano di nuovo: Bloody Mary è tornata e solo se loro combatteranno uniti, in un incredibile viaggio nell''oltretomba, potranno impedire al terribile fantasma di impossessarsi anche delle loro esistenze. Ma non tutto è quel che sembra, e i due ragazzi dovranno fronteggiare la scoperta che il loro destino è fortemente legato a quello dello spirito perduto, e del suo perduto amore... Dall''autrice dell’urban fantasy “La Rosa Oscura”, un altro racconto paranormal che mette scompiglio alle regole dell''amore e della morte. (Sinossi di Alice Stocco Donadello)

Written by series creator Joss Whedon and show writer Brett Matthews, this new edition features the extras previously only available in the limited deluxe edition! The ragtag crew of Serenity mercenaries, fugitives, and one law-abiding prostitute pursue fast cash and a little peace along the fringes of space. On a scavenger mission that promises a big payoff, they realize too late that they are being played by an old enemy with a grudge.

A supernatural take on World War II espionage featuring a girl with the ability to possess other bodies.

A supernatural take on World War II espionage featuring a girl with the ability to possess other bodies.

SURRENDER THE ARMOR OR EARTH WILL DIE! Following the shocking final moments of the previous issue, the Armor Hunters have made their intentions clear, and unless X-O Manowar is turned over to them immediately, thousands of innocents will become additional casualties of this already brutal war. Valiant?s most formidable heroes are about to go on the offensive, but the Armor Hunters have another trick up their sleeve, and this one will change the battle forever. Who will live? Who will die? The world will know what it feels like to be POWERLESS as Valiant?s massive summer crossover continues!

Perfect for fans of Jurassic Park and Jurassic World! Code Name Flood is the electrifying sequel to The Ark Plan, which School Library Journal praised by saying: “Nonstop action, marauding dinosaurs, and kids on the run: What’s not to like?” Last week, twelve-year-old Sky found a cryptic message from her dad, who mysteriously fled the safety of their underground compound five years ago. The note said the fate of the world depended on her going topside, to a lost world that’s ruled by dinosaurs. Today, after a treacherous journey through the wilderness, Sky and her friends have made it to their destination: Lake Michigan. There they discover a hidden underwater lab, and with the help of its scientists, Sky will finally learn the truth about her father’s secret mission. Tomorrow, it will be up to Sky and her friends to save humanity from the very edge of extinction. Readers who enjoy middle grade adventures by Brandon Mull and Rick Riordan will love this action-packed story, which takes the premise of Michael Crichton’s bestselling classic to a whole new level, envisioning a postapocalyptic future where cloned dinosaurs have taken over and the world’s only hope is one group of courageous kids.

Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: A DEAL WITH THE REBELLIOUS MARQUESS An Enterprising Widows story by Bronwyn Scott (Victorian) After tragically losing her husband, Fleur is determined to expose the man responsible in a tell-all news article. Yet she’s thwarted by Jasper, the infuriating, rebellious – and undeniably handsome! – Marquess of Meltham, when she implicates his brother. His deal? They work to uncover the truth together! As sparks of hostility turn into sparks of desire, Fleur must decide whether her vendetta is worth the cost of losing her heart THE KISS THAT MADE HER COUNTESS by Laura Martin (Regency) Desperate to step into Society just once before she’s forced into an unhappy marriage, Alice sneaks into a masquerade ball...only to catch a dashing stranger’s eye! He’s also determined to be distracted from his troubles, and Alice can’t resist ending their enchanting evening with a kiss. But the next day, when he comes to warn her that their encounter was observed, she learns he’s the Earl of Northumberland...and the only way to save her reputation is to become his convenient countess!? A MARRIAGE TO SHOCK SOCIETY by Joanna Johnson (Regency) Having lived at the Laycock School for Young Ladies since the day she was born, Emily Townsend thinks she is finally about to meet her father... Only to mistakenly arrive at dashing Andrew Goldsmith, Earl of Breamore’s Estate instead! Determined Emily needs access to the Ton if she’s to resume her search, and Alex needs a convenient wife! But can their unconventional – and surprisingly passionate! - marriage survive Society’s scrutinous gaze??? ?

A Christmas miracle rescue! But dare she wish for more? A Scandalous Australian Bachelors story. Wrongfully convicted and transported to Australia, Alice Fillips is saved from public flogging by wealthy landowner George Fitzgerald. Working as a domestic servant at his farm feels worlds away from her old life. But as the connection between her and George boils over, she’s torn between her fear of trusting anyone…and the tantalizing glimpse of the fresh start this man could offer…

Lose the sugar with recipes for sweet and savory treats that use only natural sweeteners and seasonal products: no white sugar, corn syrup, or chemical substitutes allowed. Celebrity chefs from across America contribute their favorite recipes to this unique collection, which offers suggestions for delicious dairy- and gluten-free treats, along with vegan and low-fat variations. And every recipe has been tested and re-tested to perfection. Plus, Laura Martin demystifies the art of substituting natural sweeteners for refined products, so readers can use these sure-fire alternatives in their own favorite dishes!

Jurassic World meets Dawn of the Planet of the Apes in this epic new middle grade series full of heart-pounding action and breathtaking chills! \"Amazing adventures!\" raves Brightly.com as they recommend Edge of Extinction as a 2016 Holiday Gift for Tween Readers. One hundred and fifty years ago, the first dinosaurs were cloned. Soon after, they replaced humans at the top of the food chain. The only way to survive was to move into underground compounds. . . . Five years ago, Sky Mundy’s father vanished from North Compound without a trace. Now she has just stumbled on a clue that not only suggests his disappearance is just the tip of an even larger mystery, but also points directly to the surface. To find her dad—and possibly even save the world—Sky and her best friend, Shawn, must break out of their underground home and venture topside to a land reclaimed by nature and ruled by dinosaurs. Perfect for fans of Brandon Mull, Lisa McMann, and Rick Riordan, this exhilarating debut novel follows two courageous friends who must survive in a lost world that’s as dangerous as they’ve always feared but also unlike anything they could ever have imagined.

Six years ago, Lean-Luc Manoire had walked out on Rachel Shaw without so much as a backward glance. She had never forgiven him. But now he was back and offering to help her out. She''d inherited a large, run-down house, and the only thing that could save it from ruin was a lot of money—and Jean-Luc certainly had that! With his financial aid and her business expertise they''d make the perfect team—just as long as the millionaire understood that being a sleeping partner did not give him access to her bed!

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! REUNITED WITH HIS LONG-LOST CINDERELLA Scandalous Australian Bachelors by Laura Martin (Regency) Widow Lady Francesca is surprised to meet former love Ben Crawford at a ball. Now that he’s returned from Australia, their attraction burns brightly, and she’s determined to right the past before it’s too late! MISS FORTESCUE’S PROTECTOR IN PARIS Debutantes in Paris by Amanda McCabe (Victorian) When Emily Fortescue’s campaign for women’s rights lands her in trouble, old friend and spy Christopher Blakely comes to her rescue. Now she’s torn between safeguarding her bruised heart and their reigniting passion! BABY ON HIS HOLLYWOOD DOORSTEP Brides of the Roaring Twenties by Lauri Robinson (1920s) With the Chicago mob on her heels and her late best friend’s baby in her arms, Helen Hathaway hightails it to Hollywood. There she finds little Grace’s uncle, film producer Jack McCarney, and sparks fly… Look for Harlequin® Historical’s May 2019 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

Enjoy this flirtation with the forbidden A position too good to refuse… A desire too strong to deny! After being abandoned at the altar, housekeeper Kate Winters has finally found peace working at a grand house. Until her new employer, Lord Henderson, unexpectedly returns, resolved to sell his estate. Determined to remind the brooding earl of the beauty of his home, Kate’s discovering the allure of the man behind the title. Scarred by her past, dare Kate risk her future by surrendering to this forbidden attraction? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

Shipwrecked off the coast of Barbados, pirate hunter William Greenacre is ready to surrender to the seductive pull of the sea when an angelic figure dives to his rescue. Except this angel is none other than Mia Del Torres-and she''s a wanted woman! To escape imprisonment, Mia must set sail with Will on his mission of revenge and help track down her brother, the formidable Captain Jorge Del Torres. By rights, she should hate Will, yet below deck their passion ignites. But when the hunters become the hunted, will their newly forged connection be enough to save them both? [pg. 4].

A convenient betrothal “It will save us both from scandal.” Widowed three times over, Lady Anna Fortescue is used to ignoring the wagging tongues of the ton. After finding herself in a compromising position with handsome bachelor Lord Harry Edgerton, to avoid scandal she ends up engaged again. The arrangement may be one of convenience, but as Anna finds herself unable to resist Harry’s charms, she realizes the betrothal may have its benefits…

What had she let herself in for? Christy King just knew that when she and Drew Michaels met again sparks would fly. So why had she accepted his challenge? Being isolated with this infuriating man might be some women''s idea of paradise, but certainly not hers. Had she made a terrible mistake? And then the memories of their night of passion returned to haunt her….

Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: A HOUSEMAID TO REDEEM HIM by Laura Martin (Regency) Exiled gentleman Richard Digby has only returned home to check on his ailing father. Keeping his distance from intriguing housemaid Rose while they’re living in such close quarters is a challenge he didn’t foresee! A PROPOSAL TO PROTECT HIS LADY by Elizabeth Beacon (Regency) Max has done everything he can to forget about his first love, Georgia. Now, five years after she wed another man, widowed Georgia is standing outside Max’s home, in desperate need of a convenient marriage! THE VIKING AND THE RUNAWAY EMPRESS by Sarah Rodi (Viking) Viking guard Destin is tasked with delivering the Emperor’s runaway bride-to-be, the fiery Livia, to Constantinople. But the closer they become on their journey, the harder it will be for him to hand her over…

Harlequin Historical January 2023 - Box Set 2 of 2 by Catherine Tinley\Laura Martin\Lissa Morgan released on Dec 27, 2022 is available now for purchase.

Love or betrayal Infiltrating millionaire Michael Hamilton''s business empire took all of Amber''s acting skills, but the thought of avenging her stepsister drove her on. Michael was a stickler for efficiency while Amber had never worked in an office in her life! She looked the part as his unflappable new personal assistant, but how would Amber''s scatty ways match up to such an exacting boss? A business trip to Amsterdam would put her to the test—they''d be working closely together, day and night! But the demands of the job were not her only concern. How was Amber going to stop herself from falling for the man she had set out to betray?

Stay snowed in this Christmas... ...with these three Regency short stories! After he broke her heart when he left for war, dare Lucy give Jack Gascoyne a second chance? Find out in Their Mistletoe Reunion by Christine Merrill. In Louise Allen’s novella, exiled into the countryside following scandal, Julia Chancellor finds herself Snowed in with the Rake! And in Christmas with the Major by Laura Martin, Lady Cecilia is hiding from her controlling guardian when she encounters Major Joseph Crawley...

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders and muscled Viking warriors? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This box set includes: HER HIGHLANDER FOR ONE NIGHT (Medieval) A Highland Feuding • by Terri Brisbin When Glynnis had to make a noble marriage, Iain Mackenzie Cameron’s illegitimacy stood in the way. Now she’s returned a widow, and Iain is an assured warrior, the chieftain’s heir! A PRETEND MATCH FOR THE VISCOUNT (Regency) Matchmade Marriages • by Laura Martin Scandalously compromised during her first season, Eliza Stanley can’t help being intrigued by the brooding viscount who prevents her disgrace—but falling for him means giving up all she loves… MAY THE BEST DUKE WIN (Victorian) by Paulia Belgado American heiress Kate Mason’s father is demanding she marry an English aristocrat! She plans to accept any noble who’ll allow her to pursue her railway ambitions—until she kisses Sebastian, Duke of Mabury!

He thought she was no more than a dizzy flirt! When Luke Denner first met Robyn Drew she was clinging to a fountain in the early hours of the morning! Luke dismissed her as nothing more than a dizzy, empty-headed flirt, but Robyn was swept away by Luke''s charm and good looks. Instead of looking to the past, she was now looking forward to a bright new future—a future that included Luke. How was she going to convince him that he meant so much more to her than a few hours of passion?

The Stand is a classic tale of good vs. evil, loss weighed against redemption and despair pitted against hope. It is an apocalyptic vision of man''s battle to save life against a worldwide plague of death. For when Captain Trips works its way across the land, it is time to make a stand. Award-winning writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (HBO''s Big Love), and artists Mike Perkins (Captain America) and Laura Martin (Astonishing X-Men), join forces to bring one of the great novels of modern literature to life through graphic art storytelling. Collecting Stephen King''s THE STAND: CAPTAIN TRIPS #1-5

\"I would very much like to make love to you!\" How dared Travis Steele make such a suggestion to his nephew''s teacher, of all people? Travis was irresistible to most women, yet Simone Walker was determined to fight the attraction she felt for him. She''d been hurt once before by this handsome man and didn''t want to repeat the experience. But suddenly the past no longer seemed important as Simone found herself unable to resist Travis''s undoubted charms. Was she wrong to trust her foolish heart and fall in love with him all over again?

Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you two new full-length titles and three Christmas novellas in one collection! This boxset includes: REGENCY REUNIONS AT CHRISTMAS by Diane Gaston, Laura Martin, Helen Dickson (Regency) In The Major’s Christmas Return, Caroline is reunited with the major who jilted her! In Proposal for the Penniless Lady, is this Isobel’s second chance with the man she was forced to reject? In Her Duke Under the Mistletoe, Sophie is stunned by the return of her convenient husband… THEIR INCONVENIENT YULETIDE WEDDING by Joanna Johnson (Regency) Samuel’s daring rescue of Julia compromises them into marriage! But when she’s hesitant to trust anyone from her childhood, can he prove he’s no longer the boy she once knew? THE KNIGHT''S SUBSTITUTE BRIDE Brothers and Rivals by Melissa Oliver (Medieval) Lord Robert must marry to seal an alliance. Only, the woman at the altar isn’t who he was promised! And she’s as reluctant to wed as Robert. But friction soon turns to fire…

Analyses of humour often focus primarily on the Global North, with little consideration for examples and practices from elsewhere. This book provides a vital contribution to humour theory by developing a Global South perspective. Taking a wide-ranging view across the whole of the continent, the book examines the relationship between humour and politics in Africa. It considers the context of the production and reception of humour in African contexts and argues that humour is more than just symbolic. Moving beyond the idea of humour as a mode of resistance, the book investigates the ''political work'' that humour does and explores the complex entanglements in which the politics, practices and performances of humour are located.

Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: THE CAPTAIN WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS by Bronwyn Scott (Victorian) When penniless Elanora’s childhood friend Tristan returns from war, she’s embarrassed by her reduced circumstances. Yet she can’t help being swept up by his festive spirit, even if she should ignore their intoxicating attraction! HER SECRET PAST WITH THE VISCOUNT by Laura Martin (Regency) When Sylvia was left shipwrecked, there was one other survivor: Hugh! Now he’s engaged to another. And she’s supposed to be an innocent spinster. But every time they meet, her respectable resolve threatens to crumble… SECOND CHANCE WITH HIS VIKING WIFE by Sarah Rodi (Viking) Prince Teon married Revna to prevent a war, only to leave immediately to fight another one. Now the passion of their belated wedding night promises that their alliance could be so much more…

A sparkling Regency love story about two opposites in a pretend engagement Rescued by the viscount To save her from ruin! Miss Eliza Stanley is the life and soul of her first Season—then she is scandalously compromised! Luckily, the brooding Viscount Thannock steps in to offer her a fake engagement, giving her time to find another suitor and prevent her disgrace. She’s intrigued by this serious, honorable man… If only falling for him wouldn’t mean giving up all she loves about her new life… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Matchmade Marriages Book 1: The Marquess Meets His Match Book 2: A Pretend Match for the Viscount Book 3: A Match to Fool Society

For use in schools and libraries only. One hundred years ago the first dinosaurs were cloned and they replaced humans at the top of the food chain. Fifty years ago Sky Mundy''s father disappeared without a trace. Today, Sky has stumble upson a clue that points to the surface.

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders and muscled Viking warriors? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! FROM CINDERELLA TO COUNTESS By Annie Burrows (Regency) Lady’s companion Eleanor has been told she’s too lowly to speak to Lord Lavenham. But he shocks her by suggesting that they teach her employer a lesson — by marrying him! HER BEST FRIEND, THE DUKE Determined Debutantes By Laura Martin (Regency) Caroline’s always been in love with best friend James, Duke of Heydon. His flirtation lessons are meant to help her find a husband…until their pretend attraction becomes alarmingly real! THE MAKING OF BARON HAVERSMERE By Carol Arens (Victorian) American Joe Steton’s arrived in England with his straight-talking attitude. Widow Olivia has offered to make him a gentleman. How long can he resist his intriguing instructor? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s June 2020 Box Set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! SNOWBOUND SURRENDER by Christine Merrill, Louise Allen and Laura Martin (Regency) Delve into three Regency snowbound stories with a second chance, a redemption and a chance encounter, all in one festive volume. THE PRINCESS’S SECRET LONGING Princesses of the Alhambra by Carol Townend (Medieval) Craving escape from her father, and a family of her own, Princess Alba is spellbound when Lord Inigo rescues her. Could he realize all her dreams? SCANDALOUSLY WED TO THE CAPTAIN by Joanna Johnson (Regency) Grace Linwood’s employer, intent on seeing her protected, suggests she quickly weds her son, brooding Captain Spencer Dauntsey. But who is the man she’s to marry? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s November 2019 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

In this historical romance, a young woman embarks on a journey of discovery and desire when she accepts a job in the home of a handsome sheikh. Rachel Talbot has always dreamed of venturing to faraway lands. So when she’s offered a job as governess to the Sheikh of Huria’s children, it seems as if her dreams are finally coming true. But she is about to encounter a reality unlike anything she could have imagined . . . After arriving in Huria, Rachel discovers how infuriating Sheikh Malik can be! Yes, he’s the most handsome man she’s has ever seen, but he’s also autocratic and aloof. Until, that is, a night under the starry desert sky leads to a passionate kiss . . . And suddenly a whole new world of possibilities opens up to this intrepid governess!

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! MARRYING HIS CINDERELLA COUNTESS by Louise Allen (Regency) The Earl of Hainford must escort plain housekeeper Ellie Lytton to her new home. When Blake realizes she needs protection, he''s determined to keep Ellie safe—by making her his countess! A RING FOR THE PREGNANT DEBUTANTE by Laura Martin (Regency) After Lord Hunter helps pregnant Rosa Rothwell flee her family home, can he confront his demons at last to give them both a new future…as husband and wife? THE GOVERNESS HEIRESS by Elizabeth Beacon (Regency) Heiress Eleanor Hancourt is posing as an ordinary governess when the new estate manager arrives. Little does she know, the arrogant, irresistible man is really the lord of the manor! Look for Harlequin® Historical''s August 2017 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: THE HOUSEKEEPER’S FORBIDDEN EARL by Laura Martin (Regency) Kate’s finally found peace working in a grand house, until her new employer, Lord Henderson, returns. Soon, it’s not just the allure of the home that Kate’s falling for…but its owner, too! THE VISCOUNT’S DARING MISS by Lotte R. James (1830s) When groom Roberta “Bobby” Kinsley comes face-to-face with her horse racing opponent—infuriatingly charismatic Viscount Hayes—it’s clear that it won’t just be the competition that has her heart racing! A KNIGHT FOR THE DEFIANT LADY Convent Brides by Carol Townend (Medieval) Attraction sparks when Sir Leon retrieves brave, beautiful Lady Allis from a convent and they journey back to her castle. Only for Allis’s father to demand she marry a nobleman!

A runaway debutante finds herself secluded and snowed in with a broodingly handsome earl in this Regency romance. To escape the judgment of her overbearing mother, Henrietta Harvey flees London for a friend’s estate in the Kentish countryside. Though she withstands the harsh winter weather on her journey, she will never live down the mortification of accidentally slipping into bed with Lord Hauxton! The fellow guest is in no way amused by the pretty young lady’s honest mistake. But when they find themselves snowed in together the following morning, Henrietta discovers that this cold man has an intriguingly warmer side. Still, hiding a secret that would shock the ton, she’s resigned to becoming a spinster. Unless she can trust him with the truth, before the snow melts . . .

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders and muscled Viking warriors? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This box set includes: REVEALING THE TRUE MISS STANSFIELD The Rebellious Sisterhood By Bronwyn Scott (Regency) Inspector Hazard Manning’s search for an art forger leads him to Kent, where his guide, Addy Stansfield, is a beguiling distraction… But might she unwittingly be the very person he’s been sent to unmask? FLIRTING WITH HIS FORBIDDEN LADY The Ashburton Reunion By Laura Martin (Regency) Joshua Ashburton returns from India and heads directly to his brother’s ball, where he’s captivated by Lady Elizabeth’s vitality and spark. Until he learns she’s all but engaged to his brother! THE WARRIOR’S INNOCENT CAPTIVE The House of Leofric By Ella Matthews (Medieval) Steward Erik Ward finally has noblewoman Linota Leofric in his arms after rescuing the kidnapped beauty. But their attraction risks his secret plan to reunite his family, forcing him to choose between duty and love… Look for Harlequin® Historical’s April 2021 Box Set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

This is the story of how we could have gone to space. Maybe how we should have gone to space. This is the story of the Ministry of Space: The black budget that financed the move into space. The deaths of the test pilots taken from the surviving Spitfire flyers of the Battle of Britain. And in 2000, the end of the Golden Age, as America and Russia begin moving into space. The secret revealed, and the destruction of a man who sacrificed himself for the Ministry of Space. Plus, a sketchbook section by Chris Weston and an all-new appendix by Warren Ellis revealing the facts behind the fiction!