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Collectively Yours - Tales from the Borderline by david merron Collectively Yours - Tales from the Borderline by david merron May 14, 2012 You set the price! 78934 words Sample 15%
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David Merron was born in London and educated at Grammar School. Following National Service, he dropped medical school and went out to a young border kibbutz in Israel where he lived for some years, including periods as general secretary and farm manager. He remarried and returned to England, qualified professionally as a Construction Projects Manager and a member of the Chartered Institute. He has been writing for many years, has self-published three books and had articles published in various magazines. He holds an MSc in Palaeoanthropology and is currently working on articles for journals in the field. He has three children and lives in North London.
American Pies - Baking With Dave the Pie Guy by David Niall Wilson American Pies - Baking With Dave the Pie Guy by David Niall Wilson May 14, 2012 $3.99 27095 words Sample 20%
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David Niall Wilson has been writing and publishing horror, dark fantasy, and science fiction since the mid-eighties. His novels include, Vintage Soul, The Mote in Andrea's Eye, Deep Blue, the Grails Covenant Trilogy, Star Trek Voyager: Chrysalis, Except You Go Through Shadow, This is My Blood, and the Dark Ages Vampire clan novel Lasombra, On the Third Day, The Orffyreus Wheel, and the upcoming novels Maelstrom and (with Patricia Lee Macomber) the recent novel Stargate Atlantis: Brimstone. He has over 150 short stories published in five collections, one of which, Defining Moments, was nominated for the Bram Stoker Award in 2007. He has won the Bram Stoker Award for his poetry, and his short fiction. He wrote the screenplay for the movie GODHEAD, released in 2007 from Blurgirl Productions. ( http://www.godheadthemovie.com ) – his Dark Noir Comedy KILLER GREEN has just been optioned by Ambergris Films. David is founder and CEO of Crossroad Press, an up-and-coming digital and audiobook publishing house. http://store.crossroapress.com David lives and loves with Patricia Lee Macomber in the historic William R. White House in Hertford, NC with their children, Billy, Zach, Zane, and Katie, occasionally his college genius daughter Stephanie, two Pekingese, and some fish.
Surviving The Storm by Etha Gray Surviving The Storm by Etha Gray May 13, 2012 $4.95 74150 words Sample 20%
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Playwright, Director, Author, Poet, Etha Gray - started her acting career in a school play at Bryan Junction, Texas in 1942, with a poem titled: “I Am The Spirit of Dawn.” She produced her first ‘solo performance’ at Corinth Baptist Church in Temple, TX in 1945, at age nine. Afterwards, she used every opportunity to be ‘on stage’ doing one-woman shows featuring her poetry, hosting her own T.V. show, and as radio.DJ in Houston and Brownwood, Texas. She wrote her first 2-hour dramatic stage production, with music, in 1985, Supreme Decree, based on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In Seaside California in 1989, she started producing under the auspices of Citizen’s League for Progress (She was one of the original organizers) for five years and won many awards and commendations for her efforts. She formed Theater Concepts, Inc., a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation, in 1998, to continue to enhance the lives of others, while providing an opportunity for those interested in theater to experience the joy of stage performance through involvement and attendance. ETHA GRAY RESUME Degree - Business Administration; Certificated Paralegal;Consumnes River College, Sacramento; Filmmaking and Studio Directing;ilmmaking-QUOTE, UNQUOTE-Albuquerque, New Mexico;Filmmaking - ROP CENTER, Monterey, CA BACKGROUND Administrative Assistant;Program Administrator; General Manager; Newspaper publisher / Reporter; Radio News and disc jockey.Television Talk Show host and News Anchor LITERARY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: PLAYS: My Son, The Buffalo Soldier; Keeper Of The Supreme Decree;I Dreamed A Dream; If You Love Me; Those Magnificent Ladies;Compassionate Love; Act of Desperation; House Built Upon Sand;Emotionally Yours; The Trial of Jesus, Odyssey of Courage. MUSICAL: Club Renaissance; RADIO SOAP: Warrior In Exile (Unproduced);BOOKS: In Celebration of...’; Sakmhaiel: A Soul of The Heavens; Journey Into Freedom; Odyssey of Courage; Surviving The Storm; Warrior In Exile. POETRY BOOK: The Hand That Rocks The Cradle; CHILDRENS BOOK:AuShain and Danny the Dinosaur
Barbara Jean Westbrook: The Life That Only a Virtuous Woman Could Endure by La Shonda Thornton Barbara Jean Westbrook: The Life That Only a Virtuous Woman Could Endure by La Shonda Thornton May 13, 2012 $20.00 13400 words Sample 15%
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La Shonda Thornton is the President/CEO of DeLayne Publishers. She is an Entrepreneur, Author, Consultant and Mentor. She holds a Master of Science Degree in Management with a Concentration in Leadership from Nova Southeastern University and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology. As a young child La Shonda has always been a self- motivated individual who loves to write stories and poems. She never thought of pursuing writing until her Grandmother asked her to prepare a speech for their 70th wedding Anniversary. In working on this speech and her grandmothers aid and encouragement helped La Shonda create her first book Barbara Jean Westbrook: Life That Only a Virtuous Woman Could Endure.
My Journey Entries by Kevin Christian My Journey Entries by Kevin Christian May 12, 2012 $3.99 14414 words Sample 7%
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Date of Birth: Jan, 12 1994 Born in: Chicago, Illinois Age: 18 Sign: Capricorn Grade: Class of 2012!! (x) Single Sex: Male Interested In : Girls only Hobby: Reading, Art and Complaining Favorite season: Winter, hate summer! Favorite food: Fried chicken: P Favorite beverage: Starbuck coffee
It's Easier to Dance by Annie Laurie Harris It's Easier to Dance by Annie Laurie Harris May 12, 2012 $3.99 17843 words Sample 15%
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My Photo Annie PA, United States Annie Laurie Harris has cheated death, perhaps, more times than a cat with nine lives! She continues to live a full and active life in her 6th decade. After achieving her Master's Degree at Penn State University in 1985 she worked as a counselor and advocate for those with a history of chemical dependency. In 1990, she was recruited by the prestigious World Institute of Disability to be the Assistant Director of the first HIV/Disability Project. Her grant writing expertise is second to none as private foundations funded her innovative research again and again. Since returning to her home state of PA where she lives near her beloved alma mater, Ms. Harris continues to be involved in her community and avidly supports the PSU athletic program. Once again,her love of writing helps to supplement her income. Her groundbreaking memoirs, It's Easier to Dance, is provocative and thought provoking.
Love Notes from Tunis: Part Two by Tanner Brooks Love Notes from Tunis: Part Two by Tanner Brooks May 12, 2012 $0.99 29973 words Sample 10%
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Tanner Brooks strives to take readers on a journey through the contrasts and similarities between different people and places, and what they can teach us about each other. A taste for cultural immersion and novel experience has taken him from Iceland to the Caribbean and London to Tunisia looking for transformative connections. After growing up in Sioux City, Iowa and Sun Valley, Idaho he received his BA in Political Science from Oberlin College in 2002. Interest in social issues led him to organizing, blogging, fundraising and program development for a range of political advocacy groups, election campaigns and non-profits. In 2006 he received his MA in International Studies and Diplomacy from the University of London School of Oriental and African Studies with a focus on child soldiers. From 2008 to 2009 he taught culture and politics at the University of Manouba in Tunis, Tunisia. Love Notes from Tunis: Part One is his first work in a series on his experience teaching and learning in Tunisia.
How Much More? by Penny Wilson How Much More? by Penny Wilson May 12, 2012 $5.00 62795 words Sample 20%
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Adventures of A Third World Shopkeeper by Adrian Reynolds Adventures of A Third World Shopkeeper by Adrian Reynolds May 11, 2012 $5.99 59613 words Sample 20%
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What's to be said? I came, starry-eyed. I saw, things that looked good. I conquered...meh! Who am I kidding? If the place were that good, we would have stayed. But I now find myself, with 50 in sight, contemplating another career change.
America's Heroes:; Untold Stories of Honor, Courage and Sacrifice by J. Jackson Owensby America's Heroes:; Untold Stories of Honor, Courage and Sacrifice by J. Jackson Owensby May 11, 2012 $9.99 103717 words Sample 20%
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J. Jackson Owensby is a veteran of the US Air Force and a veteran investigative writer with several non-fiction novels to his credit. Working together with his son, Owensby has created: Deliberate Indifference: A Gay Man’s Maltreatment by the US Dept of Justice; Tricks of an IRS Cheat and Other Scandals You Should Know About Uncle Sam and Your Money!; My Sister and I: We Are Survivors; and the America The Great Series: The Birth of a Nation: The Revolutionary Era: Volume I-The United States Declaration of Independence (Revisited); Volume II-The United States Constitution (Revisited) and Volume III-The Federalist Papers (Revisited). These titles are by A-Argus Better Book Publishers and available on line and in better book stores.
Against All Odds - a Miracle of Holocaust Survival by Edith Lucas Pagelson Against All Odds - a Miracle of Holocaust Survival by Edith Lucas Pagelson May 11, 2012 $4.99 36589 words Sample 20%
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Murányi Vénusz by Vaja Felícián Murányi Vénusz by Vaja Felícián May 10, 2012 $2.99 50730 words Sample 20%
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OPEN HEART RUNNER: searching for meaning after my heart stopped by Gregory Marchand OPEN HEART RUNNER: searching for meaning after my heart stopped by Gregory Marchand May 10, 2012 $8.99 49653 words Sample 15%
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A Wolf's Moon: A Helicopter Pilot's Story by Hank Sands A Wolf's Moon: A Helicopter Pilot's Story by Hank Sands May 10, 2012 $9.99 58128 words Sample 15%
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Hank Sands has had a varied life. He joined the RCAF in 1956 and piloted the Canadian-built CF-100 all-weather fighter for 3 years out of Comox, BC, followed by a ground tour as a radar controller in Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia. On leaving the air force in 1964, he trained on helicopters and flew them for 18 years. Retiring from flying in 1982, he spent a short time in the restaurant business before working as a teaching assistant for severely fragile children in the Cowichan School District. In 2001, Hank and his wife Linda moved to Victoria, BC, to spend time with children and grandchildren. He’s spent the past 10 years walking, acting, writing and renovating a 1945 house. He has four children, one step-child, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild who all love Papa Hank’s stories.
Silence Is Multi-Colored In My World by Red Haircrow Silence Is Multi-Colored In My World by Red Haircrow May 10, 2012 $2.99 48263 words Sample 20%
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Red Haircrow is a writer, reviewer, chef and former law enforcement officer of Native American descent who was born in Germany and currently lives in Berlin. Red is completing a degree in Psychology, and operates the indie publishing label "Flying With Red Haircrow", which opened on 31 October 2010. Both traditionally and independently published, Red chooses to inject realism into their fictional work and happily ever after is not always in the mix though love and strong characters always are. Like life, there's a bittersweet mixture of laughter and tears, and Red imbues their writing with the passionate love and depth of emotion they've experienced. Non-fiction, essays and articles are direct, willing to ask the hard questions yet considering of open-minded discussion. Subjects include Psychology, Sociology, Gender Studies and Intercultural Observation and more. Among other things, Red loves photography, traveling, learning languages, and spending time with friends. Active in Native American affairs, Red can also be found playing RPGs, browsing 2nd hand shops and savoring the meditative Zen of archery with the medieval Longbow. All comments, feedback and queries can be directed to theredhairedcrow at gmail.com. For those curious about WIPs, projects and upcoming releases, please visit the LinkedIn page and main website address.
Hello Bitches! by Kristina Bravo Hello Bitches! by Kristina Bravo May 10, 2012 $2.99 20094 words Sample 20%
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Kristina Bravo, A.K.A. Georgina Vogue, is a spontaneous, wildly creative and unexpectedly introverted artist. She is the proud mother of one fast-growing little girl named Mi Antoinette. Formerly a rebel, free spirit, fearless and shameless teenager, Georgina managed to record her most outrageous deeds and escapades that sent her mother running off to the principal’s office or stay up till she gets home no matter how late. Obsessed with fashion, she chose the pseudonym Georgina, after the model Georgina Wilson and Vogue for the internationally celebrated fashion magazine. She has written fashion articles as well as celebrity gossip online. She is in love with having fabulous conversations over cake and latte, and likes to hang out in coffee shops with her best friend. No, she does not smoke in front of her daughter, at her side, and not even from behind. Despite all those nasty rumors that cloud up like a room filled with cigarette smoke, Georgina Vogue pursued her dream to be a published writer. At Rhetorical Ratatouille, she is given a chance to get her ideas to materialize in the form of a book which consists of entries that would probably shock her family, just by seeing the title alone. Nevertheless, it’s not a reason to back out. “What I have written, I have written,” as Pontius Pilate states. What fascinated her at all times, besides her own scandalous life, were the outrageous things happening in the lives of her college friends. Inspired with glamour, scandal, secrets, tragedies, and adventure, she began to write diary entries in the form of letters to her equally happy-go-lucky and liberated friends. She does not justify her mistakes in the past. Her purpose for the coming out of these provocative, yet experience-filled stories is not to push young people or older ones to succumb to revelry and be immersed in the mere beauties that the world has to offer. Instead, she shares her learning from one mistake to another, because she always had to learn the hard way. And because of those events in her life, she realized the beauty of living: to wake up each day and be thankful for the daughter who motivates her to do great things.
Recuerdos de Antes y Entonces by Kali Amanda Browne Recuerdos de Antes y Entonces by Kali Amanda Browne May 09, 2012 $0.99 6050 words Sample 30%
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Kali Amanda Browne was born in New York City, came of age in Puerto Rico and has lived her entire adult life in Brooklyn, NY. Writer, food enthusiast, devoted daughter, marketing specialist, technology analyst, big mouth with a daemon tongue, geek with pagan tendencies.
All I Had Was Your Birth Certificate by Lucy Cleary All I Had Was Your Birth Certificate by Lucy Cleary May 09, 2012 $5.99 18500 words Sample 20%
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I am a native Delawarean; I have lived in Germany, Savannah, Georgia and Washington, D.C. I am a wife, mother and grandmother. I have three adult daughters and three grandchildren. I presently reside in Delaware with her husband Don. I am a Christian and retired Housing Manager for the Wilmington Housing Authority. I am the proprietor of Mother’s Heart Day Care. I started my endeavor as a writer in 1992. “All I Had Was Your Birth Certificate. (and Memories That Remain” is my first book. It was my mother’s dream to find her missing daughter.
Cocoa and Crabs by Flora Macdonald Cocoa and Crabs by Flora Macdonald May 09, 2012 $8.99 43355 words Sample 10%
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Killing Mother; A Memoir from the Darkness by Bob Duff Killing Mother; A Memoir from the Darkness by Bob Duff May 09, 2012 $14.95 130894 words Sample 20%
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Same Dance Different Tune 2: Motherhood in My 40s by Triish Rechichi Same Dance Different Tune 2: Motherhood in My 40s by Triish Rechichi May 09, 2012 $9.97 23189 words Sample 10%
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A Bleeding Brain A Bleeding Brain "A True Story" by Andrew S. Bloom May 08, 2012 $5.99 30574 words Sample 15%
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Andrew S. Bloom was born in Great Neck, New York, to Sharon and Arnold Bloom. Andrew grew up in Plainview, New York, and moved to Florida shortly after graduating from Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, in 1992. He has suffered three brainstem bleeds as a result of a birth defect which resulted in his undergoing intensive rehabilitation on four separate occasions. He has also undergone brain surgery in an attempt to correct the underlying problem. Through all this, he has maintained a positive attitude. His first book, A Bleeding Brain, is an inspiring and amazing true story. He resides in West Palm Beach, Florida, with his wife, Caroline; son, Ryan; daughter, Samantha; and their dog, Oreo.
Life Constricted To Love, Hugs and Laughter by Gerald Green Life Constricted To Love, Hugs and Laughter by Gerald Green May 08, 2012 $5.99 29961 words Sample 15%
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Gerald Green, a 17 year cancer survivor, lives in Oakland with his wife Monica and teenage son Charles. His writings reflect the importance of early cancer detection, good medical insurance, and the necessity of a loving supportive family. He released Life Constricted: To Love, Hugs and Laughter, a memoir, in 2010 which chronicles his and his family’s saga and victories over tongue cancer in 1995, neck cancer in 1997 and prostate cancer in 2008. His chapter, Fatherhood Love, appears in the second edition of Black Fathers an Invisible Presence in America published by Routledge in 2011. Gerald’s poetry appears in the Healing Journey an on-line publication and The Monthly, a premier magazine of culture and commerce, recently published one of his essays.
Survival of the Thickest: Memoir of a Young Single Mother From a Third World Country by Karen Santos Survival of the Thickest: Memoir of a Young Single Mother From a Third World Country by Karen Santos May 08, 2012 $0.99 15552 words Sample 20%
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Karen Santos lives in Southeast Asia with her family, and had just started to publish her first eBook - a memoir about how she dealt with her teenage pregnancy and how she handled motherhood in general.
The Vernons of Hanbury by Andrew Harris The Vernons of Hanbury by Andrew Harris May 08, 2012 $7.99 178440 words Sample 20%
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I am a retired businessman, and live in Droitwich, Worcs, UK. I have been interested in local history for many years, and have completed a study of the Vernon family of Hanbury Hall, Worcs, also workhouses and the Andover Union scandal, as well as the Pakington family. I can be contacted on andrewharris1@mac.com
It's Not the Money: How I Built A $2 Billion Real Estate Business Based on the Golden Rule by Jean Burgdorff It's Not the Money: How I Built A $2 Billion Real Estate Business Based on the Golden Rule by Jean Burgdorff May 07, 2012 $5.00 22502 words Sample 10%
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Jean and Doug Burgdorff started Burgdorff Realtors® in 1958 in Murray Hill, New Jersey, and it grew to over 30 offices and $2 billion in sales as well as becoming the #1 ERA franchise in the world. Jean continued to build the business after Doug's passing in the 1970s and sold it twice, once in 1986 and again in 1996 after re-purchase in 1991. In addition Jean co-purchased and continues as vice-president of another multi-office ERA Showcase Properties franchise in Florida. In this biography, she also explains the how and why of recruiting and retaining real estate salespeople who become loyal over the long term.
Fatal If Swallowed: Reclaiming Creativity and Hope Along the Uncharted Path by Joan Leof Fatal If Swallowed: Reclaiming Creativity and Hope Along the Uncharted Path by Joan Leof May 07, 2012 $2.99 32463 words Sample 12%
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Following my careers as an English teacher and public relations associate writing feature articles and profiles, I created my own business, Write to Heal, to help others transform and empower themselves through journaling. Participants in my workshops range in age from nine to 90. Extensive research now validates the healing power of journaling for the body, mind, and spirit.
A Disney Childhood (Comic Books to Sailing Ships) by Cathy Freeman A Disney Childhood (Comic Books to Sailing Ships) by Cathy Freeman May 07, 2012 $9.99 62698 words Sample 40%
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Cathy Sherman Freeman was born in the 1950s, one short block from Disney Studios, where her father was Head of Publications. Her childhood involved entertaining Disney foreign representatives who’d traveled to Burbank. They were the “Typical American Family” and escorted their guests to Disneyland. Cathy grew up with a great respect for all cultures and core values based on Disney ideals with a comic book twist. She attended Colorado College for two years as an English major before traveling to Europe for nine months. She transferred to the University of California, San Diego, and graduated magna cum laude in theatrical design. Her first job, as a lighting technician, was at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, Oregon. There she met her husband and stayed. They combined their artistic skills and for thirty years have worked side-by-side as graphic designers in an art studio to the side of their house. They were two parents “home” to raise two smart, imaginative and sarcastic children.
Reminiscences From the Life of Emily Frances Schell - A Confederate Widow by Emily Schell Reminiscences From the Life of Emily Frances Schell - A Confederate Widow by Emily Schell May 07, 2012 $4.99 33366 words Sample 15%
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Heart For The Game by Simon Keith Heart For The Game by Simon Keith May 07, 2012 $3.99 85766 words Sample 20%
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Simon Keith holds the distinction of being the first athlete in the world to play a professional sport after undergoing a heart transplant. Keith was just 21 when, in July of 1986, he received the heart of a 17 year old boy, who ironically died while playing soccer. Keith, a world class soccer player prior to the operation, was determined to return to "his normal" and after playing at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) for two seasons, Keith was drafted number 1 overall into the Major Indoor Soccer League just three years after his surgery. Now one of the longest living organ transplant recipients in the world and most notable professional athletes of his time, Keith travels cross-country captivating audiences with his "moments of truth" speeches and daring people to live. In 2011, he founded The Simon Keith Foundation, an organization dedicated to increasing organ donor awareness and educating transplant recipients. Keith uses proceeds from his speaking engagements to provide athletic training for other transplant recipients who choose to return to an active and healthy lifestyle. In addition to Keith's philanthropic efforts, and professional soccer career, he is a successful entrepreneur in Las Vegas, Nevada. More at www.thesimonkeithfoundation.com.
Mine For The Taking by Eleanor Parks Mine For The Taking by Eleanor Parks May 07, 2012 $9.95 89717 words Sample 15%
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I am the youngest of four children and was born in Leigh, a small town in Lancashire, England. I have been writing all my life, from poetry and short stories (one of which was published in my primary school's magazine), and finally culminating in my book "Killing For Capone". I am a real cat lover, and when I am not writing I love to spend my time relaxing at home with my 13 feline friends, all of whom have been rescued from the street. My other loves include MotoGP (Valentino Rossi is my hero), Formula 1, good food, good wine, reading (some of my favourite authors are Oscar Wilde, Truman Capote, Stephen Fry and Christopher Isherwood), and, saving the best for last, my wonderful husband! I left the UK 13 years ago and now live in a small village not far from Antwerp, Belgium.
Stepping On Mars: An Unauthorized Biography of Elon Musk by Damien Darby Stepping On Mars: An Unauthorized Biography of Elon Musk by Damien Darby May 06, 2012 $2.99 11152 words Sample 20%
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Thanks for stopping by my humble corner of the digital ebook universe. I'm a thirty two year old author, blogger, daddy, and web content provider who's been working his fanny off to nab a smidgen of financial independence in this tumultuous 21st century world. In my ebooks you'll discover sociocultural revolutions; experience spiritual adventures; millennial philosophy and plenty of thought provoking fun. It's all for you to enjoy, be inspired and motivated by, and to also instigate within you a sense of civic duty. Just about everything, in one way or another, is based off of my own life and the strange characters who've passed through it. Whether it's my fifteen years in and around the fitness industry or the decade I spent vigorously researching modernity. From college memories, to my wonderful daughter, to the religious enigmas that still haunt me to this day, everything is an expression composed especially for you. Please, reach out and say hi because few people regret bumping into me. Cheers!
End of the Road (part 1 of The Rozzers) by Diem Burden End of the Road (part 1 of The Rozzers) by Diem Burden May 06, 2012 $0.99 15533 words Sample 40%
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I am a 46 year old teacher of English currently wandering off the beaten trail somewhere in Spain. I have been writing books for six years now, all in my spare time. My first novel is currently at 55,000 words (FILTHY- adventure), my second novel is at 144,000! (THE DREAM MAKERS book 1 - High Fantasy, a six-book series). I have decided to learn to walk before I run, so I have just published my first ebook, a short story based on true events, with a self-designed cover (THE END OF THE ROAD). This will be followed by four more short stories in the series, which will be bundled into a collection called THE ROZZERS. I am hoping that this will give me the motivation, as well as the experience, to return to my first novel again! Watch this space!
Une Goutte de Vie dans l'Amer by Alain Kleinsinger Une Goutte de Vie dans l'Amer by Alain Kleinsinger May 05, 2012 $4.90 21646 words Sample 20%
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Scientifique, entrepreneur, et passionné de relations internationales, l'auteur a mis à profit son expérience du monde de la finance pour synthétiser les risques majeurs auquels notre société doit faire face: environnement, économie, et choc des civilisations.
Widowhood 101 by Dawn Millen Widowhood 101 by Dawn Millen May 04, 2012 $4.99 21077 words Sample 20%
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Hello everyone, my name is Dawn and I have recently returned to writing after a break of many years due to nursing my husband and raising my family. I was widowed almost 18 months ago and now find I have the time to write again. The book "Widowhood 101" was written during the first year and a half of widowhood and is just a few of the things I learned during this time. I hope it helps others along this journey. The poetry in Random Rhyme is a collection of old and new poems and were written for both my own and the enjoyment of others. I currently live with my dog on a large and untidy block of land in rural Australia. I have a busy life with my family and volunteer work with New South Wales State Emergency Service. I spend many hours writing each day with my dog curled up beside me too. I look forward to hearing from my readers and thank you for giving me the chance to play a part in your life's journey as you are playing a part in mine. Regards Dawn
A Mask for Every Face by A. G. Moore A Mask for Every Face by A. G. Moore May 04, 2012 $5.99 34863 words Sample 20%
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Writing is a solitary occupation, and yet it is among the most social of endeavors. While the writer works alone, the words produced are sent out to the world in the hope of finding an audience. There is a kind of madness that all writers share, especially those who have not yet found their audience. The work proceeds, buoyed often by nothing more than determination and ideas. A. G. Moore writes books, stories, blogs, tweets, essays. She finds the exercise of framing a thought carefully to be a medium for intellectual growth and personal understanding. Crafting a piece fastidiously often leads her from a place of unfounded assumption to one of informed clarity. Research is always part of the process, as is deliberation and a struggle to find the truth. As her website reflects, her interests are wide-ranging. She is a student of history, a passionate supporter of animal rights, and an unflagging advocate for child welfare. She is a willing student of almost any subject, but draws the line at the spurious and injurious. While writing is a rewarding exercise in itself for Ms. Moore, she retains the hope that the torrent of words that spill from her keyboard will find a small patch of fertile ground and somewhere take root to have a positive impact on the world.
The Last Romanian Dictator? by Cristian Butnariu The Last Romanian Dictator? by Cristian Butnariu May 04, 2012 $2.99 52396 words Sample 20%
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Persistent Pilgrim: The Life of Mary Baker Eddy - Biography: P by Richard A. Nenneman Persistent Pilgrim: The Life of Mary Baker Eddy - Biography: P by Richard A. Nenneman May 04, 2012 $8.99 123036 words Sample 10%
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Richard A. Nenneman, was a Christian Scientist and former editor in chief of The Christian Science Monitor.
Almost a Hero by Alexander Clark Almost a Hero by Alexander Clark May 03, 2012 $4.99 80489 words Sample 10%
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Passage by Sandy Powers Passage by Sandy Powers May 03, 2012 $2.99 23237 words Sample 15%
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Cancer survivor and health writer, Sandy Powers is the author of the award winning book, Organic for Health, and the acclaimed book, Passage. Her new book, Blood Wine, is coming. When Sandy is not writing, she enjoys time with her grandsons. Sandy and her husband live in Englewood, Florida.
The Art of Mark Wilson by Mark Wilson The Art of Mark Wilson by Mark Wilson May 02, 2012 $8.88 3593 words Sample 20%
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Mark lives in Las Vegas as a professional artist, graphic designer, song writer, author, and motivational speaker. You can also see new videos he posts monthly on YOUTUBE by searching LYNX777. Don't forget to subscribe to see new posts and updates.
Fragments of my Father, a memoir by Antonio Dias Fragments of my Father, a memoir by Antonio Dias May 02, 2012 $3.99 13395 words Sample 30%
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Antonio Dias is an artist, designer, writer living in Rhode Island. His writing includes essays, short stories, poems, and novels, as well as a book on boat design. Stay tuned as more works appear here on Smashwords!
Colliery Kids by Arthur Williams Colliery Kids by Arthur Williams May 02, 2012 You set the price! 46098 words Sample 20%
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I'm 63 years of age Retired live in Bedlington but was born in a Small mining village called Pegswood in Northumberland. Near Ashington were Jackie Millburn was born and of course The Charlton Brothers Jacky and Bobby. Left School at 15 had various jobs through my working live I like DIY , Drawing, Painting in oils, Photography. Married but no children I've got plenty niece's and nephews To spoil though!
Goldfinder by Neil Hanson Goldfinder by Neil Hanson May 02, 2012 $6.99 127982 words Sample 15%
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Angry Blog by Darren How Angry Blog by Darren How May 02, 2012 $0.99 23505 words Sample 15%
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Darren How has embarked on a marketing and PR career spanning over 12 years, taking him from Singapore to Hong Kong to China through the depths of journalism, advertising and corporate communications. He spent the first three years of his career as a copywriter, rounding off with OgilvyOne Worldwide. Then, he joined Jebsen & Jessen (SEA) to head the Corporate Communications Department and play a key role in the vast region-wide adoption of the conglomerate’s branding programmes. In 2008, he was transferred to Jebsen & Co in an expanded Greater China role, and moved to Shanghai in support of the rapid expansion of the Group’s mainland business. He steals time to write during business trips around Asia.
We Want The World: Jim Morrison, The Living Theatre and the FBI by Daveth Milton We Want The World: Jim Morrison, The Living Theatre and the FBI by Daveth Milton May 02, 2012 $6.99 36057 words Sample 20%
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Graduation: Life Lessons of a Professional Footballer by Richard Lee Graduation: Life Lessons of a Professional Footballer by Richard Lee May 01, 2012 $9.99 55891 words Sample 20%
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That Whole World Ending In 2012 Thing by Emmaline Westlund That Whole World Ending In 2012 Thing by Emmaline Westlund May 01, 2012 $1.99 9487 words Sample 15%
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Hiding in Plain Sight: A True Story by Miles Cole Hiding in Plain Sight: A True Story by Miles Cole May 01, 2012 $0.99 7451 words Sample 15%
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Having come from extremely a humble background Miles grew up fast and furious during a time of social turmoil. Miles was raised by parents who were survivors of the Great Depression. He witnessed civil unrest and was the target of a racial riot during the 1960’s, he searched for himself in the 1970’s and faced extreme traumas in the 1980’s, experienced triumphs and a break down in the 1990’s. In the 2000 he was betrayed by those close to him and in the 2010’s he now reflect his life and finds that sharing his story to be therapeutic. He’s been everything from a stall boy to a regional manager of a very popular retail outlet and has owned his own business. He has no formal education outside of life. He says that life was his teacher and song writers were his philosophers. Having lived in 7 states by the time he was 17 He now calls Ohio home. He is by his own definition, A Simple Man
Consensual Infidelity: The True Story of One Ordinary Couple's Experiment with Swinging by Kaysee Smart Consensual Infidelity: The True Story of One Ordinary Couple's Experiment with Swinging by Kaysee Smart May 01, 2012 $7.95 92513 words Sample 20%
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Kaysee Smart has always loved reading, writing, spelling, grammar, punctuation – anything having to do with the written word. She always thought she would write a book someday and finally came across a story that demanded to be told. Kaysee lives an active and social life in the suburbs with her husband and two children.