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This insightful book offers a rich collection of practice stories written by forty-eight psychological professionals working in neonatal care in the UK, illuminating the compassionate human endeavour of holding distress as families and teams navigate the storms of neonatal care. Through diverse voices, including clinical and counselling psychologists, child and adult psychotherapists, counsellors and psychological wellbeing practitioners, these evocative narratives reveal what it means to bring forth and hold stories that make sense of overwhelming experiences for others.Organised across four thematic sections—exploring the 'what?', 'how?', 'where?' and 'who?' of neonatal psychological practice—the book weaves together first-person narratives, reflective pieces and conversations with conceptual commentaries that provide theoretical and empirical context. Chapters address the nature of psychological intervention during ongoing trauma, the therapeutic processes of holding and containment, clinical and ethical dilemmas arising from positioning within multidisciplinary teams, and the mutual influence between practitioners' selves and their work. Topics span transitioning into parenthood, neonatal loss and trauma, parent-infant relationships, staff support, personal and professional boundaries and experiences of leadership, offering both anchor and compass for this rapidly evolving field.Written with accessibility in mind, this book assumes no background in psychological training and speaks to a wide readership: psychological professionals seeking to learn about or deepen their neonatal practice; allied health professionals, nurses, medics and other multidisciplinary team members wanting to understand their colleagues' roles; parents and families who have experienced neonatal care; and anyone interested in discovering what psychological professionals can offer within the neonatal system. By celebrating diverse approaches, this anthology of creativity, connection and courage opens up new possibilities for practice while honouring the complex reality of this profoundly human work. Additional resources that support readers' reflection on and engagement with the stories, including a read-along guide, are available as an eResource on the book's online profile, on the Routledge website.

This insightful book offers a rich collection of practice stories written by forty-eight psychological professionals working in neonatal care in the UK, illuminating the compassionate human endeavour of holding distress as families and teams navigate the storms of neonatal care. Through diverse voices, including clinical and counselling psychologists, child and adult psychotherapists, counsellors and psychological wellbeing practitioners, these evocative narratives reveal what it means to bring forth and hold stories that make sense of overwhelming experiences for others.Organised across four thematic sections—exploring the 'what?', 'how?', 'where?' and 'who?' of neonatal psychological practice—the book weaves together first-person narratives, reflective pieces and conversations with conceptual commentaries that provide theoretical and empirical context. Chapters address the nature of psychological intervention during ongoing trauma, the therapeutic processes of holding and containment, clinical and ethical dilemmas arising from positioning within multidisciplinary teams, and the mutual influence between practitioners' selves and their work. Topics span transitioning into parenthood, neonatal loss and trauma, parent-infant relationships, staff support, personal and professional boundaries and experiences of leadership, offering both anchor and compass for this rapidly evolving field.Written with accessibility in mind, this book assumes no background in psychological training and speaks to a wide readership: psychological professionals seeking to learn about or deepen their neonatal practice; allied health professionals, nurses, medics and other multidisciplinary team members wanting to understand their colleagues' roles; parents and families who have experienced neonatal care; and anyone interested in discovering what psychological professionals can offer within the neonatal system. By celebrating diverse approaches, this anthology of creativity, connection and courage opens up new possibilities for practice while honouring the complex reality of this profoundly human work. Additional resources that support readers' reflection on and engagement with the stories, including a read-along guide, are available as an eResource on the book's online profile, on the Routledge website.

"e;One of the most remarkable new voices in sexy, smart romantic suspense. You need to discover Samantha Cole right now! ~ USA Today Bestselling Romance Author Angel Payne A single moment was all it took to tear eighteen-year-old Ben's world apart, but a second chance could put it all back together… Twelve years after losing his first and only love in a devastating accident, Kat emerges from the shadows of the Witness Protection Program. But the men that hunted her family are still searching. The last thing she wants to do is put her high-school sweetheart in danger, but he's the only person she trusts with her life. Private-security specialist, Ben is shocked when his evening appointment is a ghost from the past. He knows he can't refuse Kat, but when it's over he'll have to let her go; because she deserves better than the hardened man he's become. When numerous lives are at stake, will Kat survive, or will Ben once again have to bury the only woman he's ever loved? ***The Trident Security series contains sensual romance, nail-biting suspense, and happily-ever-afters.

Enjoy this steamy small-town western romance series by USA Today Bestselling Author and Award-Winning Author Samantha Cole.  When it feels right, don't fight it.Shane and Tucker have been bound by grief, mourning the loss of their beloved wife for two long years. Together with their daughter, they have found solace in their unyielding love for each other. However, while Shane embraces the possibility of a new future, Tucker remains entangled in the memories of the past, struggling to let go.Enter Paige, a woman determined to rebuild her life after the collapse of her marriage. Leaving California behind, she seeks solace in a small town in Kansas, finding refuge as a housekeeper and a nanny to a vibrant six-year-old girl.Forbidden desires awaken when Paige witnesses a scorching encounter between her irresistible new bosses, Shane and Tucker. As the memory of their passion lingers, she finds herself consumed by thoughts of both men, torn between what she should do and what her heart yearns for.Driven by a conviction that Paige holds the key to their healing, Shane sets out on a mission to convince her and Tucker that their connection is something worth exploring. However, it will take a touch of scheming and a leap of faith to bring them all together. Will their daring pursuit of love backfire, or will it grant them the second chance they've been yearning for? Don't Fight It is the first book in the steamy Hazard Falls series, which contains standalone books that are best read in order. This passionate romance has a guaranteed happy ending. It does include strong language and hot intimate scenes with an MMF relationship.

A promise between best-friends… Curt never thought he'd be forced to keep a pledge to watch over Eric's family, but an assassin made that vow a harsh reality. Eighteen months later, he's still keeping an eye on them, but somewhere along the line, his feelings for the pretty widow have shifted. Dana had been both a mother and a father to her children during her husband's multiple deployments, but once he retired, she'd thought those days were over… she was wrong. While his SEAL teammates have been there for her, one of them stands above all the rest— the man who is slowly invading her dreams. They started as friends, but now, both want more. Can they move past the feeling that they're betraying a dead man by wanting each other? Or is Eric always going to stand between them?

Come fall in love with the Malone brothers of Whisper!She spent years crushing on him. Now she's all grown up—and impossible to ignore.FBI agent Sean Malone thought returning to Whisper, North Carolina, would be a chance to reconnect with family and enjoy life at a slower pace. Instead, he finds himself face-to-face with Grace Whitman, the tomboy who once followed him and his brothers everywhere. Only Grace isn't a kid anymore. She's smart, successful, beautiful, and stirring up feelings Sean never expected.Opening a business in the coastal town where she spent her childhood summers feels like the fresh start Grace has been searching for. Reconnecting with Sean is an unexpected bonus—one that quickly rekindles the feelings she's carried for years.As Sean and Grace grow closer, the investigation into a serial killer takes an increasingly disturbing turn. With local law enforcement stretched thin, Sean is drawn deeper into the hunt for a killer before another woman disappears. But when the case collides with his personal life, he'll have to risk everything to protect the future he's only just begun to imagine.Can Sean stop a killer before it's too late, or will the woman he's finally ready to claim be taken from him forever?Perfect for Readers Who Enjoy:Childhood Friends to LoversSmall Town RomanceProtective FBI HeroStrong HeroineBeach Town SettingSerial Killer SuspenseTomboy Grows UpSteamy RomanceRace Against TimeLaw Enforcement RomanceRomantic Suspense The Malone Brothers Series:Her Secret: Book 1 (KC & Moriah)Her Sleuth: Book 2 (Sean & Grace)Her Savior: Book 3 (Brian & Tess)*This story is also published under the title Seaside Sanctuary by Sheridan Cole (©2026). The Sheridan Cole edition presents a sweeter, closed-door version of the same novel with refreshed narrative and dialogue. Both editions, published by Suspenseful Seduction Publishing, share the same storyline, with differences in language and on-page intimacy."e;Steamy and suspenseful, with a couple to root for and an evil villain to hate, The Devil's Spare Change is the kind of romantic suspense I love to read!"e;--NYT Bestselling Author Christy Reece ***Former title: The Devil's Spare Change. No new content added.

Think you know everything about the Sexy Six-Pack? Think again. This is the story fans will never see coming. Jaws will drop and hearts will pound because nothing is as it seems.  Jase is a man with a forgotten past and an unsure future. Unable to return to the United States, he lives on the island of Caicos, spending his time sitting in a bar drinking, scuba diving for sunken treasure, and working as a mercenary of sorts. Brie has lived on Caicos since she was ten. After her father's death, she took over his popular seaside bar, leaving no time for a love life. Her occasional hookups with Jase have been with no strings attached, getting involved in each other's lives, nor letting their emotions rise to the surface. However, when Brie's sister mysteriously disappears, Jase steps in to help find the missing woman… But his past and present are about to collide. Will it destroy their future, or will it save more than just her sister's life? ***The Trident Security series contains passionate romance, nail-biting suspense, and happily-ever-afters. They are best read in order.

Some encounters start with hello. Theirs started with a gun...Navy SEAL KC expected four weeks of peace and quiet at his uncle's beach house. Instead, he walks through the front door to find a frightened woman pointing a gun at his chest.Moriah has spent months running from people who want her dead. Desperate to stay alive, she's built her life on half-truths and false identities. She tells KC just enough to earn his sympathy—but not enough to reveal the danger she's really facing.As reluctant housemates, the two form an uneasy alliance. Determined to help, KC begins teaching Moriah how to protect herself. The more time they spend together, the harder it becomes to ignore the attraction growing between them. But trust is difficult when secrets stand between them.When Moriah's past finally catches up with her, KC must decide whether he can forgive the lies and fight for the future they've begun to build.To stay means risking everything. To run means losing the only man who's ever made her feel safe.Perfect for Readers Who Enjoy:Forced proximityAlpha military heroWoman on the runReluctant housematesProtector romanceFake identitySmall-town romanceBeach house settingDangerous meet cuteTrust issuesPast catches upSteamy romanceHEA guaranteedMalone Brothers series:Her Secret (Book 1)Her Sleuth (Book 2)Her Savior (Book 3) "e;What a delight to discover Samantha A. Cole's Malone Brothers! I devoured this book and am amazed to learn this was her first novel—ever. I'm reading the second book now and am going to be watching for more of Samantha's brand of sexy romantic suspense in the future!"e; ~ USA Today Bestselling Romance Author Kallypso Masters ****This story is also published under the title Seaside Strangers by Sheridan Cole (©2026). The Sheridan Cole edition presents a sweeter, closed-door version of the same novel with refreshed narrative and dialogue. Both editions, published by Suspenseful Seduction Publishing, share the same storyline, with differences in language and on-page intimacy. ***Former title: Take the Money and Run. No new content added.