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Jump Up! Caribbean Carnival Music in New York City is the first comprehensive history of Trinidadian calypso and steelband music in the diaspora. Carnival, transplanted from Trinidad to Harlem in the 1930s and to Brooklyn in the late 1960s, provides the cultural context for the study. Blending oral history, archival research, and ethnography, Jump Up! examines how members of New York's diverse Anglophile-Caribbean communities forged transnational identities through the self-conscious embrace and transformation of select Carnival music styles and performances. The work fills a significant void in our understanding of how Caribbean Carnival music-specifically calypso, soca (soul/calypso), and steelband-evolved in the second half of the twentieth century as it flowed between its Island homeland and its bourgeoning New York migrant community. Jump Up! addresses the issues of music, migration, and identity head on, exploring the complex cycling of musical practices and the back-and-forth movement of singers, musicians, arrangers, producers, and cultural entrepreneurs between New York's diasporic communities and the Caribbean.

From Vermont's Green Mountains, where world class athletes are born and bred, come three gorgeous romances at one low price. Coming In From the Cold: Country girl Willow Reade meets Dane by accident. Literally. Her skidding truck forces him off the road during a blizzard. Stranded together in his Jeep as night falls, the two loneliest people in Vermont find themselves sharing more than they'd planned. But Dane "Danger" Hollister is gold-medal ski racer with a world-class secret. As their lives intersect, his troubles threaten them both. Falling From the Sky: Until his accident, bad boy Hank “Hazardous” Lazarus had everything: a gorgeous girlfriend, a career as a freestyle snowboarder and a spot on the US Olympic team. Could he possibly meet the love of his life in the last place he ever wanted to go--the hospital? Shooting for the Stars: Pro snowboarder Stella Lazarus has always loved her brother's best friend. But the one time she tried to show him, she was shot down faster than you can say "competitor disqualified." Until one blissful night in Tahoe, when Stella finally gets her man. Or does she? In the morning, Stella and Bear wake up to horrible news. The sort that sends them racing back to Vermont, and straight into the arms of guilt and family obligations. Praise for the Gravity series: "Bowen writes great dialogue and wonderfully realistic characters" — Sarah Wendell of Smart Bitches, Trashy Books for Kirkus Review "A powerful, redemptive love story that churned my insides, but also left me absolutely satisfied" — The Bookish Babe "A deeply romantic story that warms with slow-burn eroticism and genuine insight into loss and love. Sarina Bowen's debut glows with intelligence and a lovely sweetness." — Mary Ann Rivers, author of The Story Guy "4.5 stars. Hank and Callie are an inspiration to love stories everywhere. HOT." — RT (Romantic Times) Book Reviews "What a book! I’m always looking for different, inspiring, more in my books and Sarina Bowen delivers every time." — The Bookish Babe "Sexy and heartwarming, Falling From the Sky is a story of redemption, trust and falling in love." — Mandi Schreiner of SmexyBooks "One of the highlights of my 2014 reading year." —Dear Author Keywords: Box set, boxset, collection, anthology, Sarina Bowen, sports romance, ski racing, snowboarding, professional athletes, trapped in a blizzard, accidental pregnancy, medical romance, best friend's little sister, brother's best friend, free romance, snowboard romance, sports romance, one night stand, discount, free reads, best romance, sexy romance, hurt comfort, big brother's best friend, snowbound, professional athlete, ski racer, professional snowboarding, winter sports. For fans of: Helena Hunting, Elle Kennedy, Catherine Gayle, Avon Gale, Toni Aleo, Kristen Callihan, LJ Shen, Mona Kasten, Corinne Michaels, Jana Aston, Karina Halle, Meghan March, Jay Crownover, Anna Todd, Geneva Lee, Audrey Carlan, Jill Shalvis, Suzanne Brockmann, Helen Hoang, Christina Lauren, Kristan Higgins, Sally Thorne, Penelope Sky, Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward, Debbie Macomber, Nora Roberts, Maisey Yates, Elle Kennedy, Lauren Blakely, Susan Mallery, Penny Reid, Julia Kent, Kelly Jamieson, Melanie Harlow, Carrie Ann Ryan, Kendall Ryan, Kennedy Ryan, E L James, EL James, Laura Kaye, Willow Winters, K Bromberg, Vi Keeland, Corinne Michaels, Kristen Callihan, Sara Ney, LJ Shen, Skye Warren.

A sexy Vermont romance from USA Today bestselling author Sarina Bowen. A year ago Hank “Hazardous” Lazarus had everything: a gorgeous girlfriend, a career as a freestyle snowboarder and a spot on the US Olympic team. Then a bad crash in the half pipe left him unable to move his legs. He lost his sport, his career, and the girlfriend, too. He’s is in a bad way until he meets Dr. Callie Anders. Her quick smile makes him want to live again. If only she weren’t so cagey. He doesn’t know whether to punch the ex-boyfriend who hurt her, or thank the man for making her single. Callie has never met a man who makes her heart flutter like Hank does. Every time she comes face to face with the bad boy snowboarder, it’s hard to remember that he’s off limits. Dating him would be unprofessional. Besides, he’s out of her league. But the struggle is real. And every small town that bad boys never play by the rules... I love Sarina Bowen's deliciously sexy heroes! New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis One of the highlights of my 2014 reading year. DearAuthor.com Hank and Callie are an inspiration to love stories everywhere. HOT. RT (Romantic Times) Book Reviews What a book! I’m always looking for different, inspiring, more in my books and Sarina Bowen delivers every time. The Bookish Babe Sexy and heartwarming, Falling From the Sky is a story of redemption, trust and falling in love. Mandi Schreiner of SmexyBooks Keywords: contemporary romance, sexy romance, medical romance, sports romance, snowboarding, Vermont, sports romance, snowboard, spinal cord injury.

A new standalone novel in the Brooklyn Bruisers world! Sometimes lady luck shakes your hand, and sometimes she smacks your face. Sometimes she does both on the same day. Three years ago I met the most amazing girl in the world. We were both down on our luck. Then I got that call—the one that tells you to get your buns on a plane to go meet your destiny. But the girl was left behind. I didn’t have her phone number, and she didn’t know my real name. While I became a professional hockey player, she became a superstar, with platinum records and legions of fans. And a slick, music producer boyfriend who treated her badly. But fate wasn’t done with us yet. When Delilah turns up at a hockey game, I can’t resist making contact. The internet swoons when I ask her out on a date. She might not remember me. But her jerkface ex does. He’ll do anything to keep us apart. Good thing athletes never give up. This time I’m playing to win. Be still my heart! Silas is book boyfriend PERFECTION. This one has everything you'll love in a swoony romance--a sweet, but take charge hero, a determined heroine and a lovable cast of side characters. New York Times bestselling author Kendall Ryan Sarina Bowen’s hockey romances books can be read together or separately: BROOKLYNAIRE OVERNIGHT SENSATION SUPERFAN ROOKIE MOVE HARD HITTER PIPE DREAMS BOUNTIFUL THE YEAR WE FELL DOWN THE YEAR WE HID AWAY THE FIFTEENTH MINUTE HIM US GOOD BOY STAY Don’t miss Sarina’s other romances, including the USA Today bestselling True North series: BITTERSWEET STEADFAST KEEPSAKE BOUNTIFUL SPEAKEASY FIREWORKS _______________ For fans of: Helena Hunting, Elle Kennedy, Catherine Gayle, Avon Gale, Toni Aleo, Kristen Callihan, LJ Shen, Mona Kasten, Corinne Michaels, Jana Aston, Karina Halle, Meghan March, Jay Crownover, Anna Todd, Geneva Lee, Audrey Carlan, Jill Shalvis, Suzanne Brockmann, Helen Hoang, Christina Lauren, Kristan Higgins, Sally Thorne, Penelope Sky, Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward, Debbie Macomber, Nora Roberts, Maisey Yates, Elle Kennedy, Lauren Blakely, Susan Mallery, Penny Reid, Julia Kent, Kelly Jamieson, Melanie Harlow, Carrie Ann Ryan, Kendall Ryan, Kennedy Ryan, Ilsa Madden Mills, Nana Malone, Helen Hardt, Penelope Skye, Jasinda Wilder, Melissa Foster, E.L. James. Keywords: hockey romance, hockey novel, sports romance, Brooklyn, hockey, workplace, office romance, billionaires, New York City, urban romance, forbidden romance, alpha male, genius, alpha billionaire romance, sexy billionaires, hot billionaires, rock star, second chance, missed connections, sports hero, hockey star, second chance romance, super fan, superfan, rock star romance, professional hockey, hockey players.

Secrets, desires, and exquisite pie. It’s all in a day’s work at The Company. Growing up, I was the rough guy from the wrong neighborhood who couldn’t catch a break. Posy was the pampered girl I tried to impress. But all she gave me was a single kiss before I had to skip town. Now I’m back, and the tables are turned. Posy runs a struggling pie shop. I’m the VP of a secretive billion-dollar security company. Not that I can tell her. There’s a murderer on the loose in New York, and he seems to spend a lot of time at Posy’s shop. It’s my job to identify him before he can harm a hair on her pretty head. Going undercover as Posy’s new barista wasn’t my idea. I don’t even drink coffee. But now I have to call her “boss,” and do everything the curvy perfectionist asks of me. I’d forgotten how much we infuriate each other, and that she somehow fills me with both irritation and desire in the same breath. There’s nobody more skilled at stealth ops than me. I can bring this killer down. Right after I take a cold shower. And just as soon as I figure out how to make a skinny peppermint latte with milk poured in the shape of a kitten... ******* I adored Loverboy! With laugh-out-loud moments, sexy banter, suspense, and sizzling chemistry, I couldn't put it down. USA Today bestselling author Lexi Ryan Good lord I loved this. How does one author consistently write so many good books? Gunnar and Posy were such stellar characters. Star-crossed Book Blog Praise for the series: Sarina Bowen is my favorite contemporary romance author and Moonlighter is the latest example of why! A sexy, smart and heartwarming modern love story full of heat, banter, hot athletes, strong women and lots of twists and turns. New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely Sarina Bowen has done it again! Alex and Eric's chemistry is off the charts! USA Today bestselling author Nana Malone Sarina Bowen's sexiest hero yet! New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy A sexy hockey player, a security firm with super secretive tech gadgets, a childhood friend who could be so much more, some misunderstandings, a great big mystery, and some very steamy chemistry. Really, what more could you want? The Book Hookup Sexy, funny, even a little bittersweet, Moonlighter is a terrific kickoff to a new series. Daily Waffle An abundance of romance, heat, humour, secrets and duplicity. Totally Booked Blog This offshoot from her Brooklyn Bruisers boys takes on an air of mystery and intrigue while still delivering the hot and heavy romance I've come to adore. Hopeful Reads Such an adorable story! Romantic-Suspense-Comedy at its best. Bianca, BJ's Book Blog My new favorite! Relentless Romance ******* For fans of: Helena Hunting, Elle Kennedy, Catherine Gayle, Avon Gale, Toni Aleo, Kristen Callihan, LJ Shen, Mona Kasten, Corinne Michaels, Jana Aston, Karina Halle, Meghan March, Jay Crownover, Anna Todd, Geneva Lee, Audrey Carlan, Jill Shalvis, Suzanne Brockmann, Helen Hoang, Christina Lauren, Kristan Higgins, Sally Thorne, Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward, Debbie Macomber, Nora Roberts, Maisey Yates, Sarah Mayberry, Elle Kennedy, Lauren Blakely, Susan Mallery, Penny Reid, Julia Kent, Kelly Jamieson, Melanie Harlow, Carrie Ann Ryan, Kendall Ryan, Kennedy Ryan, Helen Hardt, Meghan March, Julia Kent, Meli Raine, Sylvia Day, Chelle Bliss, Brenda Rothert, Natasha Madison, Kylie Scott, Helena Hunting, Sloane Kennedy, Penelope Sky, Elle Kennedy, K.A. Linde, Nana Malone, Jami Davenport, Jaci Burton, Penelope Sky, Helen Hardt, E.L. James, Anna Todd, Chelle Bliss, Kendall Ryan, Kennedy Fox, Susan Stoker, Jo Raven, Jennifer Ryan, Linda Howard, Kristen Ashley, Dale Mayer, Katee Robert. Keywords: romantic suspense, romantic hero, bodyguard romance, protection agency, protective hero, alpha hero, New York City romance, billionaire romance, undercover romance, urban romance, contemporary romance, private detective, bodyguard.