Scrooges unite! In this crime-filled WMG Holiday Spectacular anthology, award-winning editor Kristine Kathryn Rusch offers a darker and more disturbing take on holiday stories to add a bit of mischief and mayhem to the season. From characters fighting corruption to facing moral dilemmas to conducting criminal investigations, this volume offers a refreshing change to the usual holiday fare for those with a bit of darkness in their hearts. Join David H. Hendrickson, Annie Reed and nine other spectacular writers as they offer a more mysterious side of the holidays with Cold-Blooded Christmas. Includes:"Goodness and Mercy Shall Follow" by Tonya D. Price"A Black Winter's Night" by Chrissy Wissler"On A Cold Winter's Night" by Cate Martin"On The Feast of St. Stephen" by Patricia Duffy Novak"The Perfect Christmas" by Lauren Lang"Evergreen & Crimson" by Lisa S. Silverthorne"Maccabees" by Carolyn Ivy Stein"Negative Spaces" by Annie Reed"Santa's Shrinkage" by David H. Hendrickson"The Lost Gravy Boat" by Meyari McFarland"Consigned in Peppermint" by Lisa S. Silverthorne"Presents for Kitten" by Jessi Hammond

Cold-Blooded Christmas - Holiday Anthology Series, #8

Nicole, a video game producer, shifts in the stiff-baked leather chair as her world crashes all around her. Her game, a sure bet, a money-maker, her chance for a greater and brighter future... Cancelled. And all of it, her fault. But fellow co-worker, Steve, tells another story and quite possibly, another future."Discover Hope, " a story about picking yourself up, finding your second chance, and maybe a new hope for the future. A story set in the heartwarming Romance Video Game series.

Discover Hope - Romance Video Game

When Cat, a former prostitute, steps off the train in Butte, Montana, she walks right into hell. The dark smoke-filled air reeks of menace. And the stares-scorning her blue jeans, cowboy hat, and empty holster-don't help put her at ease. Still reeling from her sister's death, Cat aims to find a purpose and help those who need it find even some small measure of justice. When she reads about the mysterious death of a local prostitute, she resolves to find the truth. But the closer Cat gets to that truth, the more she realizes Butte, Montana, harbors some very dark secrets, indeed. A take-no-prisoners historical mystery about strong women, justice, and redemption.

Women's Justice - Cowboy Cat Mystery, #1

When the man lumbers up to the bar counter with its blinking, colored lights and shiny tinsel, Cass seriously considers dumping her good scotch right down his shirt. All Cass wants: a bit of quiet, a chance to wallow. Especially considering her actual date went tromping off with her crazy, psychic grandmother to a graveyard to deal with a pesky ghost-or two. No graveyard for Cass. No getting involved in the family business, either. But not only heart-lonely women visit bars. Some patrons, long gone, just keep on visiting..."Last Call, " another story in the riveting world of Cassiel Clarke and her reluctant ghost-gifts. A story of longing, sass, and persistent ghosts wearing Santa suits who refuse to close out their tabs.

Last Call - A Cassiel Clarke Mystery, #3

Ignorant of her mysterious heritage until recently, Kate Silver makes one mistake after another. Determined, persistent, stubborn-she refuses to give up. And somehow, keeps on breathing. Until her grandmother hands her a huge-ass backpack and a pair of hiking boots. Camping? With no flushing toilets?No thanks."Hidden in Desire, " the seventh story in the mysterious Elven Heritage series. A fantasy world where magic, lost loves, and elven souls live closer than you think."I love this [story]; it was a very fast and clear read. A wonderful coming-of-age fantasy novel." -Dean Wesley Smith, USA TodayBestselling Author, on Hidden in Time

Hidden in Desire - Elven Heritage, #7

High school softball: high-stakes, high-competition, only a handful of college scholarships available. In this world of lightning-fast pitches and soaring home runs, friendship and family means everything. From best friends to parents to new sparks of love. Friendship, the backbone for success and happiness... But only ones strong enough, to survive. For these five young women, the bonds of friendship bend to the breaking as they struggle to understand themselves and their dreams. These fives stories in Chrissy Wissler's popular Little League series include: "A Pitcher's Unexpected Date, " "A Catcher's Christmas Wish, " "Stolen Bases, Stolen Kisses, " "Softball Baby, " and "Off-Balance."

Everlasting - A Little League Collection, #2

The words "someone" and "pregnant" spread through the gymnasium like a Southern California wildfire. Julie finds herself surrounded by the gossip, the tightly pressed bodies of her classmates. Everyone wondering. Everyone wanting to know the unlucky girl. And, as Julie discovers, the girl no one ever expected. A story of two friends and the unbreakable bond between them. "Softball Baby, " a story in the Little League Series, offers hope even in those darkest of moments.

Softball Baby - The Little League Series, #9

Jess catches the softball. A puff of dirt, sweat, unwashed leather spraying her face. The spikes of her cleats digging into the hard-packed field. A field that, once upon a time, meant everything. No longer. Anger in her every step. Disappointment in her every breath. Because now she knows the truth. To reach the dream, new or old, you must first stand up and speak your truth. Even if you find yourself a little, "Off-Balance."

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