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Comment on meurt by Emile Zola Comment on meurt by Emile Zola March 07, 2012 $4.50 11976 words Sample 10%
Non pas « Pourquoi on meurt ? », mais « Comment on meurt ? ». Que nous mourrions est une chose, que la grande Faucheuse égalise in fine la condition des hommes, puissants ou misérables, ne fait pas l’ombre d’un doute. Mais le dernier combat, l’agonie, est un acte encore socialisé et toujours tabou dans notre société moderne.
Moved by Music by Deepankar Moved by Music by Deepankar March 06, 2012 $0.99 12543 words Sample 30%
Utterly helpless, unable do anything to aid the one person I loved so much, I turned to music for inspiration and support. I created music which was all-encompassing, involving everyone who cared. Would it be enough to get freedom?
The Nature of My Game by Bill Marshall The Nature of My Game by Bill Marshall March 06, 2012 $2.99 97806 words Sample 20%
Joseph campbell wrote: "Mythology tells us that where you stumble, there your treasure is." The Nature of My Game is about that stumble. It is a story of dark and light, depicting a psychological descent (the stumble) that precedes the ascent to psychological wholeness (the treasure). The central character is one of those rare literary characters who is both dark and light.
Kuts And Kurves- Volume 1 by Midnite Love Kuts And Kurves- Volume 1 by Midnite Love March 06, 2012 $2.99 16505 words Sample 10%
Welcome to Kuts and Kurves Fitness Center! Where our motto is: “We work your body in more ways than one.”
Making It On My Own by Marlene Making It On My Own by Marlene March 06, 2012 $2.99 106404 words Sample 10%
Life for Shay Johnson was a party. She was doing her thing- young, black, gifted, working part-time, going to college and making do in a small apartment in Buffalo, NY. She was on top of her game, and there was nothing you could tell her, she was it! Shay had everything under control until she met Chico, a suave, handsome Spanish gentleman that swept her off her feet and took her heart...
Ultimul tren by Marius Cilibia Ultimul tren by Marius Cilibia March 06, 2012 $0.99 29753 words Sample 20%
Viaţa oamenilor mărunţi are tot atâtea furtuni, tot atâtea drame, tot atâta iubire ca şi cea a marilor figuri ale omenirii.
Boyfriend Visits The House by Monica P Boyfriend Visits The House by Monica P March 05, 2012 $1.00 1082 words Sample 15%
Andrea moves to go to school, however Chad - her mother boyfriend - is outside. He asks to be allowed inside, and when he is he does everything in his power to stay.
Fully Involved Fire by Sherry Silver Fully Involved Fire by Sherry Silver March 05, 2012 $6.99 62931 words Sample 20%
Have a tall drink of water handy to put out the fire when you read Fully Involved Fire, a poignant story of the after effects of September 11th.
John's Dead by Ray Van Horn John's Dead by Ray Van Horn March 05, 2012 $0.99 6043 words Sample 30%
"John's Dead" conveys a ten-year-old boy's coming-of-age moment in the midst of the John Lennon assassination.
The Greedy Virus by Dwayne Phillips The Greedy Virus by Dwayne Phillips March 05, 2012 $0.99 2552 words Sample 20%
People on the streets are acting crazy. Several observers and analysts at a think tank are tasked with discovering why and finding a solution. Can they do so before they too are infected with this craziness?
Roommate 911, The Roommate Crisis Begins by Shaunna Rodriguez Roommate 911, The Roommate Crisis Begins by Shaunna Rodriguez March 03, 2012 $1.99 6521 words Sample 30%
Perhaps we should talk about the very first time that I ever saw her apartment. Before I moved in I agreed to help her clean, not knowing what I'd be in for. It looked like the relocation of a landfill and it became clear that this might become a rescue mission instead of a cleaning expedition if there was anyone else buried in the mess before me. This would be the beginning of the end.
BANYAN - A Short Novel by Cynthia Williams BANYAN - A Short Novel by Cynthia Williams March 03, 2012 $1.99 21222 words Sample 20%
Entering BANYAN is like walking, fascinated, into a glass wind chime, the scintillate, musical glass mirroring other selves, alternate realities, illusion playing off haunted memory, the glass watery, flowing us warm as the pulsing blood of a muffled heartbeat across the boundary between psychosis and the paranormal to a discovery that is horrific—and heartbreaking. Here the heartbeat stops.
Evil in the Midst by Liane T. Franklin Evil in the Midst by Liane T. Franklin March 02, 2012 $0.99 16802 words Sample 20%
Six friends set out for a weekend of fun that quickly turns into a face to face encounter with murder, deception and fear, where no one can be trusted and no one is who they appear to be.
The Buried Secret by Liane T. Franklin The Buried Secret by Liane T. Franklin March 02, 2012 $1.99 27566 words Sample 20%
Sara ran away from her small hometown life and bad memories, only to have the past find her, giving her more than she bargained for.
Regret In Triptych by Chris Wesley Regret In Triptych by Chris Wesley March 02, 2012 $0.99 19153 words Sample 15%
The mystery of Andros Koresh’s disappearance the day after burying his wife has gone unanswered for seven months. His return brings a question more immediate than why he left, though. He’s looking for something from his ex-lover Lindsey Falco regarding the death of his wife, but Andros is going to have to deal with her husband first, to get it.
Zola Modiba by Kingsley Osajie Zola Modiba by Kingsley Osajie March 02, 2012 $2.99 22623 words Sample 20%
Other than changing a few words for clarification we have kept the book as submitted. Why…to give readers the true flavor of Africa. This is an African story, about an African boy. To change any of that is to change to story he has to tell; a story worth reading with the true flavor of Africa. So sit back, picture yourself sitting by the fire on a dark African evening and you're listening...
Coming Up by Deepankar Coming Up by Deepankar March 02, 2012 $0.99 8256 words Sample 30%
An illiterate and poor community of tea pickers in Assam slowly undergoes change as education breaks into their ranks. Coming Up is a remarkable story of resilience. One determined family breaks the shackles of an exploitative social order setting up an example for everybody else.
Diamants et silex by José Maria Arguedas Diamants et silex by José Maria Arguedas March 02, 2012 $6.29 18036 words Sample 15%
Diamants et silex raconte, sur un fond d’orchestre rural, la confrontation sociale des seigneurs avec leurs serfs indiens dans un village de la cordillère andine. Dans cet univers féodal sans pitié, une autre bataille se livre entre les puissances de la vie et celles, délétères, de la mort.
Cold Fingers Cold Feet by Monica P Cold Fingers Cold Feet by Monica P March 01, 2012 $1.00 1450 words Sample 15%
Adam finds it hard to open doors. However sometimes he can. When he meets a young school girl he thinks he has found a friend. However she walks away, and Adam grows depressed as he finds he can no longer open the door.
Hoax and Change by LL Saenz-Garrett Hoax and Change by LL Saenz-Garrett March 01, 2012 $1.99 9078 words Sample 20%
Hoax and Change is a political passion play, a cautionary tale of what the future could hold for America. What would happen if the government… …kept you healthy by monitoring everything you ate? …defined your social position by the clothes you wear? …rewarded you for your ideology rather than your ability? …put policy ahead of people? …gave you
A Harvester of Souls by R. N. Fontenot A Harvester of Souls by R. N. Fontenot March 01, 2012 $0.99 12356 words Sample 50%
The three daughters of Lilith roam the earth, stealing souls and leaving dead bodies in their travels. Leandra, the oldest, seeks to put her own soul to rest and finally ease the burdens of the lives she has taken over the centuries. But after a visit from a stranger, she finds that being a succubus may get her killed rather than have her to die a peaceful death.
Isabelle by Dany Dagenais Isabelle by Dany Dagenais March 01, 2012 $0.99 4421 words Sample 20%
La manipulatrice Isabelle, du début à la fin.
Vom Leben auf dem Lande – Geschichten aus der Uckermark by Octavia Winkler Vom Leben auf dem Lande – Geschichten aus der Uckermark by Octavia Winkler March 01, 2012 $3.99 32720 words Sample 20%
Ländliche Idylle in der Uckermark ? Ruhe und Erholung für Großstadtmenschen? Wie sich rasch zeigt, ist es mit dem Frieden nicht so weit her. Und eines Tages liegt ein Toter in Roberts Küche ... Octavia Winkler beschreibt in ihrem Roman das Leben einer Ostberlinerin in der schönen Uckermark – in den 1980er Jahren ein Eldorado für DDR-Aussteiger, für Künstler vom Prenzlauer Berg.
Troubled Fields by Dennis Manor Troubled Fields by Dennis Manor Feb. 29, 2012 $4.59 115792 words Sample 20%
Ray Bennett is coming home after 15 years in prison for a crime that he can't remember. All he wants is to live in peace,revive his grandfather's custom farming business, get to know the daughter he has never seen, and find the truth. None of that will happen if Carl Sullivan has his way, and Carl is a man used to having his way. Ray survived unjust imprisonment. Will he survive Carl's treachery?
Charity by Deepankar Charity by Deepankar Feb. 29, 2012 $0.99 9651 words Sample 35%
An Indian American woman is bored with her life in New York. She is passionate about making a contribution to humanity and her zeal brings her to Mumbai. Would it be easy to find and adopt a cause? Would she be able to make a difference when she is simply struggling to settle in and get used to a new way of life? While her heart goes to the poor, would it find the right purpose?
The Relocators by Earl Thompson The Relocators by Earl Thompson Feb. 28, 2012 $6.99 63817 words Sample 20%
A man who knew too much about his company is on a mission to bring down his company, but first of all he accepted a job he considered disgusting to get away from them.
Interested Persons by Dwayne Phillips Interested Persons by Dwayne Phillips Feb. 28, 2012 $0.99 2901 words Sample 20%
A stranger walks into a two-man tech company and offers them a million-dollar app - no charge. He talks about "interested persons." Is his offer too good to be true?
The Boardroom by Serena Fairfax The Boardroom by Serena Fairfax Feb. 28, 2012 $0.99 1112 words Sample 20%
Never underestimate a quiet, unassuming foreigner when you're trying to change the rules of the game.
The Army Cadet Leaves Home by Monica P The Army Cadet Leaves Home by Monica P Feb. 27, 2012 $1.00 993 words Sample 15%
Megan is having a restful morning until Angus walks through the door. He is dressing in military uniform, and he is there to tell the house that he has joined the army!
The Koi Pond by R.D. Byron-Smith The Koi Pond by R.D. Byron-Smith Feb. 26, 2012 $0.99 13107 words Sample 15%
When an aging baby boomer is disinherited by his cruel millionaire mother, he plots revenge -- at her funeral.
На шаткой плахе by Владимир Шаркунов На шаткой плахе by Владимир Шаркунов Feb. 26, 2012 $2.99 57640 words Sample 10%
Герой повествования, попав в места не столь отдалённые, не желает мириться с теми методами перевоспитания для заключённых, которые навязывает ему администрация колонии.
Lazarus Freed by Curtis Medlock Lazarus Freed by Curtis Medlock Feb. 26, 2012 $1.98 11548 words Sample 10%
Lazarus a free man for many years crosses the line between free and slave to rescue His family from "being property" in the old south. Discover America's newest author... A stunning first offering from CT Medlock II. A brilliantly written fictional slave story.
Justis by Nicole Stuart Justis by Nicole Stuart Feb. 26, 2012 $4.99 50973 words Sample 15%
A businessman is subjected to a fraud perpetrated by a crooked business partner, his lawyer and a Judge. He plans to get revenge, not realising that you sometimes get what you wish for!
Too Cold to Chase by Laura Payeur Too Cold to Chase by Laura Payeur Feb. 25, 2012 $2.99 16331 words Sample 40%
Avery Phillips, a well-trained FBI agent, suspended for shooting her own partner, has come home. She's come home for one reason, to find the man who killed her father, an honored police Detective. There are a lot of skeleton's trapped in the old family closet. The only way for her to solve the one case that has haunted her is to open those doors...even if it's too cold to chase. *Language*
Lo Que Pasó En Un Verano by Andy Rose Lo Que Pasó En Un Verano by Andy Rose Feb. 24, 2012 $2.99 68989 words Sample 20%
Un acontecimiento impactante mientras escalaban la montaña Shasta forzó a dos adolecentes aprender sobre la vida y como enfrentar desafíos en sus propios términos. Es una aventura romantica.
Hackers, Hustlers and the Fatman by Crafton / Gauthier Hackers, Hustlers and the Fatman by Crafton / Gauthier Feb. 23, 2012 $6.99 82680 words Sample 10%
Amateur golfer JW Franklin races across the globe. Along the way, he befriends Peter, a former PGA Tour player and reclusive golf guru, hiding in Japan from the mob. For years, Peter mentors JW with stories of high-stakes matches with Moe Norman, Evel Knievel, the 7-11 Savant and the greatest gambler ever - the Fatman. Surreally, JW finds himself fighting to make the cut at Augusta. Will he do it?
Ruining the End of the World by Paul Daniels Ruining the End of the World by Paul Daniels Feb. 23, 2012 $0.99 11973 words Sample 25%
Dan is a recovering heroine addict, ex-motorcycle racer and current snowmobile mechanic living north of Minneapolis. Just down south a group of military personnel have taken over a base and are placing demands on the government. He takes this threat as an opportunity to visit his brother down south. On the way, he makes a stop in Chicago to assess the situation and check in with an old friend.
Call Me Tuesday by Leigh Byrne Call Me Tuesday by Leigh Byrne Feb. 23, 2012 $2.99 78252 words Sample 23%
A child is being tortured. Who will have the guts to step in and stop it?
La Chasse (The Hunt) by Camden Ayan La Chasse (The Hunt) by Camden Ayan Feb. 23, 2012 $1.99 4982 words Sample 20%
La Chasse is a story about how the lives of two brothers change shortly after they begin a hunt for predators invading their ranch. Their decisions drive both brothers to pursue separate adventures beyond the constraints of their land. On their separate journeys, the brothers become involved in circumstances which lead to murder.
Angie Wakes Up With A Lump by Monica P Angie Wakes Up With A Lump by Monica P Feb. 22, 2012 $1.00 1050 words Sample 15%
Angie wakes up in the morning. There is a lump in her breast. She calls up the doctor as she begins to worry that she might have cancer!
News on the Home Front by Christopher Geoffrey McPherson News on the Home Front by Christopher Geoffrey McPherson Feb. 22, 2012 $1.99 84384 words Sample 15%
Set against a worldwide canvas that includes New York, Paris and Germany "News on the Home Front" tells the story of two women who have been friends since their childhood in West Lake, Maryland. The world war has torn apart their lives leaving each trying to find a way to put it back together. It's been a difficult few years with rationing and shortages starting to take their toll.
The Favour Men: Lost & Found by Firas Janabi The Favour Men: Lost & Found by Firas Janabi Feb. 22, 2012 Free! 11127 words Sample 30%
The Favour Men find a scarred and damaged baby in an alleyway after a hard nights drinking. The discovery sends them off to find out what happened and those responsible. Harry begins to question his own history as unanswered questions of his past are resurfaced.
Adventures in Science (Scientific Biography) by Ajay Sharma Adventures in Science (Scientific Biography) by Ajay Sharma Feb. 21, 2012 $4.29 74169 words Sample 20%
It is tale of ordinary village boy Ajay Sharma, who rose to challenge the established laws i.e. 2265 years Old Archimedes principle, 327 years old Newton’s Laws of Motion and Gravitation, 107 years Einstein’s E=mc2. He believes in the generalization or modification of century old established laws. Improving these laws means improving God’s kingdom.
Spirited Souls: 3 Short Stories by Jeremy Perry Spirited Souls: 3 Short Stories by Jeremy Perry Feb. 21, 2012 $1.49 10894 words Sample 35%
Sometimes there are people who make large impressions on our lives. "Spirited Souls" is a small reflection of those individuals. "Faith, Love and Moonshine" (historical fiction, family saga) "Jimmy Boy" (father and son relations, coming of age) “Ripple in the Moonlight” (coming of age, drama)
It Happened One Summer by Andy Rose It Happened One Summer by Andy Rose Feb. 21, 2012 $2.99 70299 words Sample 20%
A shocking event during a climb up Mount Shasta forces two teen-age boys to learn about life, and how to face its challenges on their own terms. This romantic adventure is bi-lingual, in English and Spanish.
Shadows and Light, the trial begins by anthony stephenson Shadows and Light, the trial begins by anthony stephenson Feb. 21, 2012 $1.50 127647 words Sample 15%
This story is set around the time of the first gulf war and tells the story of an estate agent called Sarah Phillips who is a happily married mother with two young children. One day after her car breaks down a few miles from her home, she is brutally attacked by two men. She is threatened and robbed at knifepoint, violently beaten up, and then viciously raped by the two men.
Centre of Attention and The Power Surge by Philemon Ngeno Centre of Attention and The Power Surge by Philemon Ngeno Feb. 20, 2012 $2.99 36668 words Sample 20%
Read this inspiring book composed of two distinct but related stories of great personalities who set out to transform their societies, nations and even entire continents into peaceful places to inhabit. These individuals despise all odds, overcome all attacks, only focusing on winning. Israel is instrumental in the actualization of these endeavors.
Allesandra's Bequest by R. M. Fraser Allesandra's Bequest by R. M. Fraser Feb. 20, 2012 $1.99 13132 words Sample 25%
Do you believe in soul mates? Can the demons that haunt Allesandra's past be overcome with the love and support of her newlywed husband, Izz? Perhaps suicide is the solution? There are lessons to be learned by both in this epic short of a couple who fall for each other, and what they must do to stay together forever.
Trapp Canyon by Dan Baldwin Trapp Canyon by Dan Baldwin Feb. 20, 2012 $3.99 85015 words Sample 20%
Can A Man Find Redemption Through Murder? Grat O’Brien hunts the man who left him for dead in the Arizona desert. He makes enemies and allies, educates himself, and finds a passion for an elegant Tombstone woman with her own dark and mysterious secrets. When he at last confronts his prey, will he torture and kill or will he forgive and forget? The answer can be found in Trapp Canyon.
A Pitch for Justice by Harold Kasselman A Pitch for Justice by Harold Kasselman Feb. 20, 2012 $2.99 93223 words Sample 15%
The story of the sensational trial of a Major League pitcher who is prosecuted for murder after he fatally beans an opposing player.