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Poetry Without Fear by Afobos Poetry Without Fear by Afobos May 09, 2012 $2.99 22705 words Sample 15%
These are poems that I've written through the years that can be classified as Romance, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Drama, or whatever else you decide. They all have one thing in common and that is they all come from the heart. I hope you enjoy them! Show More Show Less
Shara Zhad: Complete Erotic Tales by Cherry Lee Shara Zhad: Complete Erotic Tales by Cherry Lee May 09, 2012 $4.99 52245 words Sample 10%
Kidnapped by a rival warlord and held for ransom she’s sure her father won’t pay, Shara Zhad enthralls Rashtan with erotic tales. How long can she entertain her kidnapper and prolong her life? When the chance to collect the ransom comes through, will he be willing to give her up or will the balance of power shift and the captive become the possessor of Rashtan’s heart?
No Fishing In Here: Just Short Stories by George F Mason No Fishing In Here: Just Short Stories by George F Mason May 09, 2012 $0.99 21195 words Sample 20%
A book of 12 short stories. Each one was written to arose the emotions. Many of our emotions, such as, denial, despair and anger are covered, but there is also a bit of humour to keep the work balanced. Life can be grim, but surely not all of the time.
The Bulletproof Badge by Ian Thomas Healy The Bulletproof Badge by Ian Thomas Healy May 09, 2012 $2.99 30980 words Sample 20%
A collection of previously-published and all-new tales featuring super-strong and damage-resistant parahuman police officer Harry Blaine.
Spirits of the Third Dimension by Veronica Middleton-Blake Spirits of the Third Dimension by Veronica Middleton-Blake May 09, 2012 $0.99 15955 words Sample 20%
Three short stories of ghosts, crime and emotion.
Mad Stacks by Scott Nicholson Mad Stacks by Scott Nicholson May 08, 2012 $3.99 114339 words Sample 10%
Mad Stacks is the complete text of three story collections covering suspense, psychological mystery, and paranormal tales. A total of 29 stories originally published in professional magazines and anthologies such as Writers of the Future, The Third Alternative, Cemetery Dance, Crimewave, and more. The box set of 118,000 words also includes a bonus essay.
Bad Stacks by Scott Nicholson Bad Stacks by Scott Nicholson May 08, 2012 $3.99 116233 words Sample 10%
BAD STACKS is the complete text of three story collections covering supernatural, paranormal, horror, and mystery tales. A total of 26 stories originally published in professional magazines and anthologies such as Cemetery Dance, Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine, Shivers, Crimewave, Blue Murder Magazine, and more. The box set of 120,000 words also includes four essays.
Cupid Pulls a Prank and Other Lesbian Tales by Q. Kelly Cupid Pulls a Prank and Other Lesbian Tales by Q. Kelly May 08, 2012 $2.99 22109 words Sample 10%
Ten short stories are in this collection. The lead story is "Cupid Pulls a Prank." For the first time in American history, both the Republicans and the Democrats have female candidates running for president. The Republican is Alice Cowell, and the Democrat is Gillian Marshall. Cupid strikes them during a live, nationwide televised debate, and Alice's and Gillian's reactions shock even Cupid.
Savory Shorts by Peter Shoemaker Savory Shorts by Peter Shoemaker May 08, 2012 $2.99 6341 words Sample 30%
A collection of ten powerful short stories on food and memory by the former editor of Delicious Libertine. From love and lust to pride and death, Peter BG Shoemaker evokes those connections between what we eat and what it means to be human.
Missing Pieces by Scott Nicholson Missing Pieces by Scott Nicholson May 08, 2012 $0.99 34849 words Sample 10%
A collection of 10 stories by bestselling thriller author Scott Nicholson. Includes works originally appearing in Cemetery Dance, Blood Lite, Legends of the Mountain State, Carpe Noctem, and more. Fantasy, suspense, the supernatural, and psychological thrills lurk inside this assortment, including recent original works never before seen.
Love, with a slice of lemon by Catherine A. MacKenzie Love, with a slice of lemon by Catherine A. MacKenzie May 08, 2012 $1.99 24824 words Sample 9%
This book is a collection of eight short stories and several poems. They are romantic/love stories, normal kinds of stories, but with a bit of a twist (thus the lemon!). One story borders on horror, with a bit of gore (so you are forewarned!).
a little bit of FLASH - fiction, that is by Catherine A. MacKenzie a little bit of FLASH - fiction, that is by Catherine A. MacKenzie May 08, 2012 $0.99 6258 words Sample 22%
This book is a compilation of 10 flash fiction stories, each under 1,000 words.
Timely Tales 1: Family & Friends by Leni Matlin Timely Tales 1: Family & Friends by Leni Matlin May 08, 2012 $0.99 18473 words Sample 30%
Timely Tales 1 is about parents, children and friends, for at the end of the day, family and friendships make it all worthwhile. No one said parenting would be easy (or growing up and finding your way in this world), but with patience, understanding and a few dollops of love, most things can have a positive ending. So pick up TT 1, read a story and everything will look a bit brighter, guaranteed.
The Destiny Stone Trilogy by Georgia Tribell The Destiny Stone Trilogy by Georgia Tribell May 07, 2012 $2.99 76556 words Sample 20%
The Destiny Trilogy: In DESTINY OF LOVE after discovering a magical stone, a noblewoman cannot find peace until she stops the murder of a laird. In DESTINY’S FORTUNE when the man she despises is really the man of her dreams, it can only be Destiny’s Fortune. DESTINY’S GUARDIAN When your client has the same face as the lover in your erotic dreams, it can only be Destiny's Guardian.
Flashes by Mary Maclaren Flashes by Mary Maclaren May 07, 2012 $0.99 4358 words Sample 20%
A miscellany of short stories, flash fiction, anecdotes, poetry and quotations.
A Pocketful of Shorts by Tarry Ionta A Pocketful of Shorts by Tarry Ionta May 07, 2012 $1.20 16850 words Sample 10%
A Pocketful of Shorts is a collection of short stories in mixed genres, with a fair number inspired by, and written for Women's magazines. A few are of the Sci-Fi and Fantasy genres.
Tribute by Tonya Moore Tribute by Tonya Moore May 07, 2012 $2.99 14536 words Sample 20%
An omnibus of urban fantasy, horror and literary flash fiction and short stories written by Tonya R. Moore. Tribute swings the pendulum from literary urban fantasy to horror.
Sarsenet Sarcophagus by Mirvan Ereon Sarsenet Sarcophagus by Mirvan Ereon May 06, 2012 $1.50 3610 words Sample 20%
To want someone so bad that the putrefying flesh Will not be a burden but a sweet pile of lovely things. To love someone so much and even too great That one shall be not afraid To love someone by opening one’s mouth And taste the meat and swallow. To love someone and take everything in, All that can be consumed and sheltered inside. To love and
Shattered: broken fairy tales by Rabia Gale Shattered: broken fairy tales by Rabia Gale May 06, 2012 $0.99 12161 words Sample 20%
Once upon a time, stories ended happily ever after. Or did they? What if the magic mirror couldn't decide on the fairest of them all? What if Beauty's kiss didn't break the curse? What if choosing a bride based on her shoe size was a bad idea? Shattered: Broken Fairy Tales is a collection of three short stories that take a turn into the dark forest instead of out of it.
Tales From The Back Burner by J. Aric Keith Tales From The Back Burner by J. Aric Keith May 06, 2012 $0.99 14351 words Sample 10%
Five brief stories to showcase the kind of stories that will soon be published by J. Aric Keith. All profit from this anthology will go to benefit the extraction and retraining of child soldiers all over the world.
Seven Minutes Late by C.D. Reimer Seven Minutes Late by C.D. Reimer May 05, 2012 $0.99 2753 words Sample 50%
A collection of five 500-word flash stories being published for the first time: "Seven Minutes Late," "The Gift Horse," "That Meaningless Blade," "Sweet Time" and "Walking The Talk."
Flashpoint: A Collection of Curious Beginnings and Endings by Bryan Alaspa Flashpoint: A Collection of Curious Beginnings and Endings by Bryan Alaspa May 05, 2012 $0.99 16006 words Sample 20%
A collection of strange flash fiction stories under 1,000 words dealing with the horrifying, they mysterious and the end of the world.
Stranger In Translation by Charles Raines Stranger In Translation by Charles Raines May 05, 2012 $2.99 33415 words Sample 10%
A young English translator takes on a job in Marseilles. The work is tedious and his daily routine is dull. Something is missing from his life. And slowly, he begins to realise just what it is. The local cemetery offers shelter and serenity, while the backstreets invite danger and excitement. Exploring the two, he meets a succession of men and has a series of erotic encounters.
Deathwatch and other tales by Mike Rimar Deathwatch and other tales by Mike Rimar May 05, 2012 $1.99 38947 words Sample 10%
A collection of previously published fantasy, science fiction and horror short stories.
Beyond Grimm: Tales Newly Twisted by Book View Cafe Beyond Grimm: Tales Newly Twisted by Book View Cafe May 05, 2012 $4.99 100462 words Sample 20%
From the far-ranging imaginations of Book View Café authors comes this delirious collection of classic tales newly twisted into dark, dangerous, and occasionally hilarious re-tellings.
Something In Between by Neslie Buena Something In Between by Neslie Buena May 05, 2012 $2.99 42111 words Sample 30%
There will be princes & princesses with their life stories, told together & apart, long before their once-upon-a-time, long before their appointed times, and at just the very moment both are ready to bridge their lives. There will be blood, sweat & tears. There will be joy, love & laughter; & everything else that comes in between. But this won’t be a set of fairytales. This will be life, real.
Liars and Other Strangers by Catherine A. MacKenzie Liars and Other Strangers by Catherine A. MacKenzie May 05, 2012 $1.99 23972 words Sample 21%
This is a collection of seven short stories and several poems. The stories are varied. One is borderline horror. Another is a ghost story. The others are seemingly "normal" stories but with a twist, depending upon how you look at them.
Fragments by Morgan Gallagher Fragments by Morgan Gallagher May 05, 2012 $4.45 64770 words Sample 25%
Broken lives and shattered dreams. Two horror short stories: one occult thriller novella.
Farrango - Myths, Legends and Lore by Laura Marshall Farrango - Myths, Legends and Lore by Laura Marshall May 04, 2012 $1.99 10824 words Sample 30%
Those who are the stuff of legends, myths and lore were once mere mortals as we are. Discover what events turned them into legends, explore the reality before the myths and where lore was born.
Gift of Blood by Carole Gill Gift of Blood by Carole Gill May 04, 2012 $0.99 5172 words Sample 20%
A collection of 4 vampire tales. Vampire Retribution - London streets and homeless orphans doing anything to survive. Beacon - Drowning wasn't their worst fate. The Occupants of Heathstone House - Fathomless misery and a strange gift. End of Story - A unique tale of the blood.
The Path to Darkness Volume 2 : Three Tales of the Macabre by R.M. Putnam The Path to Darkness Volume 2 : Three Tales of the Macabre by R.M. Putnam May 03, 2012 $0.99 16556 words Sample 20%
Path to Darkness (Volume. 2): Three Tales of the Macabre To read on a rainy day… when the sky is dark and a downpour crashes against the earth. You will shiver in fear to read about, an empty world of madness, Sin Eaters and apparitions. Also available in paperback (3 volumes)
Alana's Surrender by KT Grant Alana's Surrender by KT Grant May 02, 2012 $1.99 5201 words Sample 10%
Alana, the lead singer of the all girls’ group The Lady Pearls is about to hit it big. Every Saturday night she sings at Sisco’s, a popular bar in town. She’ll always be grateful to Casey, the owner, who gave her a start and who she has a secret crush on.
As the Snow Falls - Vol. 1 (The Muse Series #1) by M.D. James As the Snow Falls - Vol. 1 (The Muse Series #1) by M.D. James May 02, 2012 $0.99 19669 words Sample 10%
Jimmy's world collapses as he sees his mother being arrested. Before he knows what is happening, he's taken to live with strangers that he's told are his biological family. His Grandfather rules the family with an iron first. While Jimmy tried desperately to reconnect to his Mom and Sister, he must adapt to the abuse of his new wealthy family, a new school, his new job with the family business.
Commuters Flash #1 by Per Holbo Commuters Flash #1 by Per Holbo May 02, 2012 $2.99 10916 words Sample 20%
A series of short stories well suited for reading in the bus, the train, the tube or on the couch at the end of a busy day. Every Collection contains at least five short stories of which four have been previously published. Content in Collection #1: The Mysterious Disappearance of McGrath Commercialized Adultery Dying Wishes Paper Boy The Sissy Eunuch Speeding (never before published)
Lorton's Quick Reads - Volume II by William F. Lorton, Sr. Lorton's Quick Reads - Volume II by William F. Lorton, Sr. May 01, 2012 $0.99 6261 words Sample 20%
This is the second of a collection of very short stories. Each one is intended to be read in a single sitting, with the goal of being entertaining, with the occasional deep thought tossed in. Most of the time, humor reigns. The stories are so short and enticing, that they are great, fun, quick reads and page-turners.
Snowballs from Mars by Mark Gillespie Snowballs from Mars by Mark Gillespie May 01, 2012 $2.99 35086 words Sample 30%
Ten short stories by Mark Gillespie. Visit the ghost of Bruce Lee - Witness a crooked politician's date with karma - See the oddest and most original revolution of all time - Imagine a darker and alternative outcome to the London riots of 2011 - Find out the real horror of what's hiding in the hills of Scotland. A collection of dark and original tales. If you like stories, you'll like this.
The Pregnant Lactating Slut: Collection by Bree Bellucci The Pregnant Lactating Slut: Collection by Bree Bellucci May 01, 2012 $5.99 19020 words Sample 20%
A collection of the sexiest pregnant and lactating sex stories guaranteed to make you wish you were pregnant! Includes all three pieces from the Pregnant Perversions Series: Pregnant Perversions: Seducing the Gyno Pregnant Perversions: Needing the Neighbor Pregnant Perversions: Nursing the Male Nurse Kinky dirty milky sex inside.
Eight Minutes Before the End of the World: Short Story by Judy Goodwin Eight Minutes Before the End of the World: Short Story by Judy Goodwin April 30, 2012 $0.99 6864 words Sample 20%
It's never a good thing when an alien utters that fateful exclamation, "Oops!" A humorous tale of the end of things. And strawberries. Bonus short story included: The Emergence, a story of a sentient ship who will do anything to protect her beloved captain. Even if it means working with an alien threat.
First Time Dead 3 by TW Brown First Time Dead 3 by TW Brown April 30, 2012 $2.99 73783 words Sample 20%
Welcome to the third installment of First Time Dead. Each of these writers has something in common with Robert Kirkman, Max Brooks, and Brian Keene...they are now published writers in the zombie universe. As hard as it may be to believe, even those three previously mentioned authors once lived in obscurity. One day, somebody read their work and believed in them...
Short Stories of an Untreated Mind by Jose Luis Solorzano Short Stories of an Untreated Mind by Jose Luis Solorzano April 30, 2012 $0.99 8402 words Sample 15%
Containing four short stories, each one exploring its own themes and darkness.
La Cuarta Sombra by Irving Guerrero La Cuarta Sombra by Irving Guerrero April 29, 2012 $7.99 26699 words Sample 20%
Una antología de cuentos que algunos podrían considerar de 'hiperrealismo mágico'. De acuerdo a la prologuista, el autor "recorre una senda de revelaciones fantasiosas y realidades vividas en el imaginario de su muy personal literatura. Irving Guerrero nos invita a afinar y alertar nuestros sentidos para disfrutar de su irónica inteligencia a través de sus personajes sui generis."
Death of Heaven by JZ Murdock Death of Heaven by JZ Murdock April 29, 2012 $2.99 137177 words Sample 15%
Where did we come from? Throughout Human History many philosophies and religions have pondered this ultimate question. James and Jimmy, brothers in arms since childhood, will learn that the answer is what nightmares are made of. They, along with all of humanity, will experience firsthand the Death of Heaven.
The Lion That Never Shared and other stories by Matthew Howorth The Lion That Never Shared and other stories by Matthew Howorth April 29, 2012 $0.99 4598 words Sample 20%
A collection of short stories, for children and adults, all with a moral. A young boy who forgets everything, but this helps him when it matters most. A lion that thinks he will always rule supreme. A pig who believes he is destined for great things and can't stop boasting about it. A boy who watches too much TV and sees his life disappear. Inspirational, uplifting, moving and a lesson to us all.
Prom Dates to Die For by Mari Farthing Prom Dates to Die For by Mari Farthing April 29, 2012 $2.99 23622 words Sample 20%
Authors: Kelly Parra, Lena Brown, Heather Dearly, Jenny Peterson, Aaron Smith Five authors invite readers to proms with a paranormal twist: supernatural hunters charged to save souls at prom; a reaper with a past she doesn't remember; a prom queen seeking revenge for a long-ago tragedy; a time portal that could end everything; and an unexpected birthday gift.
Luke Kaitos and Crystals OZ by JJ Sobrinho Luke Kaitos and Crystals OZ by JJ Sobrinho April 28, 2012 $4.99 20607 words Sample 30%
The extent to which the wormhole you plan to enter. This book invites you to question yourself and everyone around them, tighten thebelts and boarding in this story that will end up with different paradigms.
Luke kaitos e os Cristais de OZ by JJ Sobrinho Luke kaitos e os Cristais de OZ by JJ Sobrinho April 28, 2012 $4.99 21721 words Sample 30%
2012 é o ano do Apocalipse, segundo o calendário Maia, aplicou suas teorias aos tempos atuais, onde eventos cataclísmicos aparecem por todo o planeta Terra.
Anthology of Short Fiction by Pete Malicki Anthology of Short Fiction by Pete Malicki April 28, 2012 You set the price! 13349 words Sample 20%
A collection of published and award-winning short stories by author and playwright Pete Malicki. Fiction on a range of topics, often exploring the unusual, always done unusually.
The Alpha's: The Blood Bar Chronicles, Book 1 by Breathless Press Anthology authors The Alpha's: The Blood Bar Chronicles, Book 1 by Breathless Press Anthology authors April 27, 2012 $2.99 45754 words Sample 20%
When the Wicked Ladies of Fiction meet up in a Scottish bar they don’t expect a night filled with danger, lust and hot supernatural men…
Twisted Together by Meagan Noel Hart Twisted Together by Meagan Noel Hart April 27, 2012 $2.99 21191 words Sample 30%
Twisted Together captures those odd moments when we discover that a close friend, a stranger, a loved one, a neighbor, someone we thought we knew, or even we ourselves are not who we thought and can never be again. These seventeen pieces of short and flash fiction visit twisted and sometimes humorous perspectives on relationships of all kinds.
A Compendium of Shorts and Flashes by Dean Hodsfry A Compendium of Shorts and Flashes by Dean Hodsfry April 27, 2012 $4.50 9511 words Sample 20%
Here you will find some of my favourite short stories that I have created and a little bit about the history behind the stories and why I wrote them. From the jarring aggression of Love Changes everything, to the poignant the weary soldier and the fascinating what’s happened to Amanda and Vision of life