New Releases by Laura Martin

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From the critically acclaimed author of Float and Glitch comes a new stand-alone adventure full of humor and heart, perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and Dan Gutman! Rhett and his brother, Nash, have never been allowed to play board games. It''s their mom''s most important rule; the twins don''t know why, but they know not to push her on it. When their mom suddenly disappears, they''re reunited with Ace, their long-lost grandfather, who reveals that their family is descended from a board game character who escaped his game and lived in the real world. Their family now has the ability to enter the world of any game they want—but this gift also comes with a price. A game character who’s wanted revenge against their mom for decades has finally caught her and is holding her hostage in the world of a game. Which game? That’s up to Rhett and Nash to figure out, even if it means breaking Mom’s most important rule. But as they learn to use their newly discovered ability, exploring new worlds and facing new challenges and risks, the brothers quickly realize that saving Mom won''t be all fun and games. It’s game on… or game over.

In celebration of Harlequin’s 75th year, we bring you A Season of Celebration! Surrender to the emotion and passion that begins with an unforgettable Midsummer ball! One impulsive kiss… His countess for life! 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! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. A Season of Celebration Book 1: How Not to Propose to a Duke by Louise Allen Book 2: Wed in Haste to the Duke by Sarah Mallory Book 3: The Kiss That Made Her Countess by Laura Martin

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??? ?

Mills & Boon Historical — Your romantic escape to the past. The Kiss That Made Her Countess - Laura Martin 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 Cinderella To Redeem The Earl - Ann Lethbridge Damian, the new Earl of Dart has returned to England for one purpose: to exact revenge on those who betrayed his family. Having discovered his enemy’s daughter, Pamela, is now a Cook, he hires her. But his plans for vengeance go awry when the beguiling Cinderella sparks an attraction that complicates everything. For if Damian continues with his plan, he will betray the only woman who could redeem him... Lady Beaumont’s Daring Proposition - Eva Shepherd Lady Emily Beaumont has buried herself away from Society after being deceived by a rake so disastrously in the past. When she encounters the devilish Jackson Wilde, she knows he’s exactly the sort of man a young, sensible woman should avoid at all costs! But Emily realises if she is to remain a spinster all her life, Jackson could pose the perfect opportunity: to experience the delights of being his mistress! A Deal With The Rebellious Marquess - Bronwyn Scott 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...

Culture in Clinical Care: Strategies for Competence explores theory and practice to define and describe the multidimensional nature of culture and its interaction with an individual’s experience in the development of beliefs, values, and behavior. The newly updated Second Edition examines cultural beliefs related to health and wellness and how these beliefs and their associated actions affect intervention strategies. Based on ethnographic methods, strategies for culturally sensitive assessment and intervention are defined and illustrated, with ample opportunities for reflection and practice. Going beyond traditional fact-centered and attitude-centered approaches, Culture in Clinical Care, Second Edition describes the ways in which culture emerges as individuals interact with each other in physical and social environments. This one-of-a-kind text by Dr. Bette Bonder and Dr. Laura Martin provides health care practitioners and students with chapter objectives, critical thinking questions, interdisciplinary case studies and examples, numerous activities to build observation and interaction skills, comprehensive references and online resources, and images. The book’s organization emphasizes practice and reflection by interweaving theory, examples, and continuous hands-on application of concepts. Readers have the opportunity to practice what they are learning and evaluate their own effectiveness while being constantly reminded that all individuals in any interaction embody numerous cultural influences. Benefits of the updated Second Edition: Training and practice in ethnographic methods that build awareness and skill Numerous examples, exercises, and activities for reflection and observation Interdisciplinary approach suitable for cross-disciplinary teaching contexts Definition of health care professions themselves as cultures Web and bibliographic resources Case studies involving a wide range of practitioner disciplines and cultural groups Culture in Clinical Care: Strategies for Competence, Second Edition fills a niche in health professions programs because of its combined emphasis on a theoretical foundation that highlights the individual as a cultural actor and on practical strategies and methods for clinical interventions. Instructors in educational settings can visit www.efacultylounge.com for additional material to be used in the classroom, including a sample syllabus. Occupational therapists, physicians, physician assistants, mental health professionals, and a variety of related health professionals will benefit from this interactive, interdisciplinary text.

Upstairs, downstairs worlds collide in this Regency romance An exiled gentleman’s world… collides with Cinderella’s! After receiving news of his father’s ailing health, Richard Digby must leave his self-imposed exile and return to the town that holds haunting memories. He forms an unlikely connection with his father’s intriguing and defiant housemaid, Rose, who also finds herself on the fringes of society after her troubled past. Richard is intent on leaving again, but keeping his distance from Rose while they’re in such close quarters is proving harder than he ever imagined! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

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…

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…

’Tis the season...

Coming soon! Her Secret Past with the Viscount by Laura Martin will be available Sep 26, 2023.

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…

Mills & Boon Historical — Your romantic escape to the past. The Night She Met The Duke - Sarah Mallory Her mysterious midnight visitor? The Duke! Hearing herself described as ‘a lady as dull as her name’ is the final straw in Prudence Clifford’s disastrous Season so she decides to stay with her aunt in Bath. But Pru’s new life is anything but dull when one night she finds an uninvited, devastatingly handsome Duke at her kitchen table! Pru will never forget the emotional connection they shared. But it’s their unexpected reunion three months later which will prove truly unforgettable... Falling For His Pretend Countess - Lauri Robinson An intriguing encounter...with the lady next door. Henry, Earl of Beaufort, was London’s most eligible bachelor. Only now someone is trying to frame him for murder! He finds an unexpected ally in his enchanting neighbour Suzanne who, after fleeing the American Civil War, also finds herself on the fringes of Society. She agrees to help prove his innocence, and a fake engagement provides the perfect cover. Until his real feelings threaten their charade... The Housekeeper’s Forbidden Earl - Laura Martin 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... The Viscount’s Daring Miss - Lottie R. James May the best Viscount or Miss...win! When her best friend and employer is injured, groom Roberta ‘Bobby’ Kinsley feels compelled to help him. She agrees to step into the saddle and compete in an endurance horse race to help secure his ancestral home. Yet the minute that Bobby comes face-to-face with her opponent — arrogant yet infuriatingly charismatic Lawrence, Viscount Hayes — it’s clear that it won’t just be the competition that has her heart racing!

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.

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.

A funny, heartwarming Regency romance. A convenient arrangement… …a complicated attraction Jane Ashworth dreams of being an author, yet Society insists she become a debutante—so play the game she must! Jane finds an unlikely ally in notorious rake Tom Stewart. As a new guardian to his nephew, Tom is out of his depth and intent on remaining a bachelor. They agree to fool society with a pretend courtship, but both are unprepared when the lines of their agreement start to become blurred… 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

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.

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!

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

Fans of the Percy Jackson series and John David Anderson will love this sequel to the acclaimed novel Float, in which inconveniently invisible Hank must find a way to save Camp Outlier from a saboteur—and win the camp-wide challenge. Hank, Emerson, and their friends have returned to Camp Outlier for another summer of fun and shenanigans. Hank won’t let his RISK (Recurring Incident of the Strange Kind) factor of inconvenient invisibility stop him from having the best summer ever, even when it starts mysteriously turning people and objects around him invisible too. But between his invisibility and an internet celebrity joining their cabin, camp clown Hank is struggling to maintain his spotlight. Hank knows that if he can win the camp-wide challenge for his team, all eyes will be back on him (or, at least, on where everyone thinks the invisible kid is standing). But as the finish line approaches, it becomes clear that someone is trying to sabotage Camp Outlier—and Hank’s pursuit of camp-wide glory puts him in serious danger. Laura Martin’s books are the perfect blend of humor and heart, starring deeply relatable characters and highlighting classic middle grade themes in engaging, creative ways.

Six-year-old Kanani needs to learn a Bible verse to earn a star for her Bible Club. Kanani''s mom decides to help her spunky little girl and son, Chad, learn their verses by hiding sections of the verse around their hometown and on adventure trips. Through a series of hide-and-seek games, the children find the different parts of the verse and succeed in memorizing what they need for Kanani''s award. This book series follows Kanani and Chad through their lives and around the world with their Navy father and clever mother as they seek to learn new Scriptures through their family adventures.

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: #799 LADY ARMSTRON''G SCANDALOUS AWAKENING by Marguerite Kaye Revelations of the Carstairs Sisters (Victorian) Longing to reinvent herself, Lady Mercy Armstrong strikes up a fake dalliance with Jack Dalmuir. But cavorting with the handsome Scotsman ignites a passion with lasting consequences… #801 THE MARQUESS MEETS HIS MATCH by Laura Martin Matchmade Marriages (Regency) Charlotte Greenacre spends her time at a matchmaker’s party trying to avoid her enemy, Lord Robert Overby. But sparks fly when Charlotte learns he’s not the villain she thought… #803 THE KNIGHT''S TEMPTING ALLY by Ella Matthews The King''s Knights (Medieval) The last thing the king’s knight, Theo Glenville, expected when uncovering a plot against his liege was to fall for his suspect’s beguiling daughter, Medea!

The Marquess Meets His Match - Laura Martin The marquess she loves to hate...or the man she can''t resist? Farmer''s daughter Charlotte Greenacre regrets attending a matchmaker''s party when she has to spend it avoiding her enemy Lord Robert Overby! Until she learns the handsome widower is not the villain she thought -- and after his unhappy marriage he doesn''t want a new wife. That should mean she can relax in his company -- if it weren''t for the irritating flare of attraction between them! Winning Back His Duchess - Amanda McCabe An invitation to Venice...to save their marriage! Suggesting divorce to her estranged husband Jamie, Duke of Byson, takes all Rose Wilkins''s courage. Years of distance and heartbreak have taken a toll -- she needs a new start. But Jamie won''t hear of divorce, for the scandal alone. His counter-offer: a trip to Venice. Might discovering Venice''s delights together rekindle the still-simmering desire that drew Rose to Jamie as a starry-eyed young American heiress?

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: CINDERELLA AND THE SCARRED VISCOUNT By Sarah Mallory (Regency) Convinced his battle scars make him unlovable, Major James Rossington, Viscount Austerfield, proposes marriage in name only to shy Carenza Bettridge. Yet as she blossoms into a desirable woman, Ross finds himself wanting more… THE CAPTAIN’S IMPOSSIBLE MATCH By Laura Martin (Regency) Captain Guy Fitzgerald has always loved old friend Lady Emma Westcome. But Guy is duty bound to marry well to save his family and has just one week with Emma before he must propose to someone else! THE VIKING’S STOLEN PRINCESS By Sarah Rodi (Viking) After Brand Ivarsson of Kald abducts Princess Anne of Termarth on the eve of her wedding, he’s consumed by one thing: revenge. But is Anne his prisoner…or the one who’s captured his scarred heart? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s December 2021 Box Set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

The Duke''s Counterfeit Wife - Louise Allen A feigned marriage, a very real attraction... When their ship is commandeered, Nicholas Terrell, Duke of Severton, saves stranger Sarah Parrish by claiming she''s his wife! She''s more valuable if their captors believe she''ll bring them a duchess''s ransom, but now Nicholas is compelled to share a cabin with his distractingly beautiful faux bride! Outspoken Sarah enchants him like no debutante ever has. Yet, as a lady''s companion, Sarah''s completely unsuitable for a duke. So surely a real match between them is impossible? The Captain''s Impossible Match - Laura Martin Ready to marry for duty, until his old love returns... Running into old friend, Lady Emma Westcombe, at a London ball is pure delight for Captain Guy Fitzgerald -- and pure torture! He''s carried a flame for her for years. But Guy is duty-bound to marry well to save his family from destitution, and a bride has already been selected. He has one week to spend with Emma before he must propose to someone else. But will it ever be enough?

A viscount-in-waiting Finds a convenient wife To claim his inheritance, Leo Ashburton needs a bride who accepts that he can offer her a title and a house, but not love. Annabelle Hummingford—whose scarred face has made her hide from society—seems like the perfect match. But as his shy wife blossoms into a confident, mesmerizing woman, Leo is torn. Falling for her risks being hurt again—but will burying his feelings mean losing her altogether? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. The Ashburton Reunion Two estranged brothers find each other and two special women to love! Book 1: Flirting with His Forbidden Lady Book 2: Falling for His Practical Wife

From the critically acclaimed author of Float and Glitch comes a new standalone adventure under the sea, perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and Dan Gutman! Berkeley and her best friend, Garth, live on an old cruise ship, scavenging for supplies from the drowned cities left behind on the ocean floor after the sea swallowed up all the land. They think they’ve seen every kind of aquatic creature, but they never expected to find sea monsters… After awakening a Hydra, Berkeley and Garth are sent to live on a submarine, where they study and hunt sea monsters. But the Hydra wants revenge on their home ship—and if it succeeds, their families will go down with it. Berkley, Garth, and their crew must find a way to save the ship. But monsters aren’t the only deadly things lurking in the ocean’s depths.

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

From the critically acclaimed author of Float comes a new whirlwind adventure about a pair of kids who must break all the rules of time travel, perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and John David Anderson. Regan Fitz and Elliot Mason have been enemies since they started training to become Glitchers—people who travel through time to preserve important historical events. But everything changes when they find a letter from Regan’s future self, warning them about an impending disaster that threatens them and everyone they know. Will they be able to set aside their past in order to save the future?

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!