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Famous Fake Books by John Blandly Famous Fake Books by John Blandly Jan. 06, 2011 $0.99 1225 words Sample 30%
Famous book frauds, fake books, books that have been merely "questioned," modern and ancient fictional apocrypha, Clifford Irving, Howard Hughes, a book optioned by James Cameron, director of "Titanic," a novel by a Harvard Sophomore, "A Million Little Pieces," plus much, much more, until you're ready to write your own fake book and try to get it in the bible, or better yet, put it on Smashwords.
The 1950's Sci-Fi Movie Quiz Book by Rich Meyer The 1950's Sci-Fi Movie Quiz Book by Rich Meyer Jan. 06, 2011 $3.99 16569 words Sample 20%
Here's another fun quiz book e-book for your enjoyment! The subject of this one is the classic (and not-so-classic) science fiction movies of the fifties - the decade that the genre really came to its own in the movies, influenced by the space race. Once again, the questions and answers are interactively linked for easy navigation.
Winning at Craps! by W. Scott Warner Winning at Craps! by W. Scott Warner Jan. 05, 2011 $4.99 4014 words Sample 20%
Winning at Craps: Craps Strategies to Consistently Win at the Craps Table puts you on the fast track to win at playing Craps. W. Scott Warner, an expert gambler and former casino pit-boss, gives you insider's tips and tricks for making the most of your time and money, mastering the top Craps strategies and using simple, time-tested rules to your advantage.
Game Freaks 365’s Video Game Guide 2011 by Kyle W. Bell Game Freaks 365’s Video Game Guide 2011 by Kyle W. Bell Jan. 05, 2011 $2.99 53470 words Sample 25%
Picking good games can be hard. Avoiding duds can be even more difficult. That's why smart consumers turn to experts on the subject. Game Freaks 365 was founded to help people choose games that are worth their hard-earned dollar and bypass games that are better suited for the trash can. This guide aims to help the smart consumer pick the best games on the market for PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PC and DS.
Oprah Down Under by Brian Lawrenson Oprah Down Under by Brian Lawrenson Jan. 04, 2011 $0.99 11784 words Sample 30%
Oprah Winfrey’s visit to Australia in December 2010 was designed to be the most dramatic ending to the 25th Year of the her Oprah Winfrey Show. Backed by a production team of over 150 professionals and bringing an invited group of 302 of her most loyal and deserving fans, her visit to Australia was a HUGE success. This is the story of what Oprah and her audience did while she was in Austrailia.
1492 and All That: A Fool's History of the USA by Richard Minadeo 1492 and All That: A Fool's History of the USA by Richard Minadeo Jan. 02, 2011 $4.99 21997 words Sample 20%
The "fool" of the title is the inept narrator, who takes us on a warm but clueless tour of US history. He stops briefly to visit American culture, the American mind and various problems he claims to solve but fails even to illuminate. Presidents get harpooned along with both parties. Yet the view is ever rosy, including a glimpse of endless prosperity that "only Yankee Doodle dares dream of."
Lessons From the Phantom of the Opera by Vicki Hopkins Lessons From the Phantom of the Opera by Vicki Hopkins Jan. 02, 2011 $0.99 38963 words Sample 25%
Lessons From the Phantom of the Opera started as an obscure blog and gained worldwide readership from Phantom fans. It now has over 73,000 hits from 116 countries worldwide. After numerous requests from faithful readers, the blog was first put into print form in May of 2009. This second edition expands the original version examining the characters, emotions and symbols in the story.
Patrick Austin’s: The Advanced Version -- The Advanced Roulette System from the CPA Who Cracked the Roulette Wheel by Patrick Austin Patrick Austin’s: The Advanced Version -- The Advanced Roulette System from the CPA Who Cracked the Roulette Wheel by Patrick Austin Jan. 02, 2011 $1.99 5256 words Sample 10%
How many times in a row can you flip a quarter and make it go heads? Maybe four or five? Simply put, Patrick Austin’s system capitalizes upon the probabilities of long streaks, just like flipping a quarter. But this Advanced Version is the culmination of all of Patrick’s previously successful systems & roulette strategies. Learn the bestselling and proven roulette system from Patrick Austin.
Interlude: Reflections on Music by Steve Perry Interlude: Reflections on Music by Steve Perry Dec. 28, 2010 $3.99 47098 words Sample 20%
A collection of essays, song lyrics, reviews, even an obit or two, with direct or indirect connections to personal experiences with music.
Dreams 2 by George Forder Dreams 2 by George Forder Dec. 28, 2010 $2.99 8324 words Sample 20%
These dreams get deeper and more prevalent and seem to have social commentary woven into them. An entertaining exercise in looking under the covers and a fun quick read. Useful for someone wanting to see dream-work in action and to speculate what's behind them.
The Kindest People Who Do Good Deeds: Volume 1 by David Bruce The Kindest People Who Do Good Deeds: Volume 1 by David Bruce Dec. 26, 2010 $1.00 36414 words Sample 20%
This book contains 250 stories of good deeds, including this one: Actor/writer/director Paul Bern often gave money to the poor. One day, an impoverished woman waited in his office to see him. Because he was busy, he sent her some money and a note of apology for being unable to see her. He also told a friend about the money: “It’s mine no more than hers.”
Video Game Addiction Worldwide by James Miller Video Game Addiction Worldwide by James Miller Dec. 25, 2010 $5.99 85238 words Sample 10%
This book looks at video game addiction in both Children and Adults. Topics include addiction to video games, social networking, porn online cheating, health effects, indicators and warnings and solutions among other topics. This book also includes actual letters from real people and advise from various sources and countries.
The Funniest People in Movies: 250 Anecdotes by David Bruce The Funniest People in Movies: 250 Anecdotes by David Bruce Dec. 24, 2010 $1.00 24862 words Sample 20%
This ebook contains 250 anecdotes about movies, including this one: Late in Peter Lorre’s career, after he had begun to make bad films, a fan wrote him, “I would love to be tortured by you.” Mr. Lorre wrote back, “You have been tortured enough by going to my pictures.”
Il libro di Murphy della televisione by Federico Bini Il libro di Murphy della televisione by Federico Bini Dec. 23, 2010 $3.99 3733 words Sample 30%
Non c'è limite alle cose che possono andar male in TV. Perché la legge di Murphy è sempre in agguato.
The Cartoon Trivia Quiz Book by Rich Meyer The Cartoon Trivia Quiz Book by Rich Meyer Dec. 22, 2010 $3.99 10547 words Sample 20%
Here are another selection of 202 questions, this time all on cartoons and animation. Half the questions are geared toward the average fan and half try to stump the experts out there! They cover cartoons from the silent era all the way up to the Cartoon Network!
TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson Dec. 21, 2010 Free! 11574 words Sample 20%
Excerpt Teen tell all book (War For Your Dreams) Bullying, Child Abuse, Welfare, College Dropout, Pregnancy, Welfare AND THE ESCAPE FROM IT ALL
Trek Fail! by Robert T. Jeschonek Trek Fail! by Robert T. Jeschonek Dec. 20, 2010 $6.99 62969 words Sample 10%
Award-winning author Robert T. Jeschonek knows his Star Trek. Now he invites you to explore the vast realm of published and unpublished Trek. Can you guess which pitches or proposals deserved a FAIL? Which ones scored an UNFAIL? You be the judge in this book that's also a game. Compare your verdict to history's outcome as you voyage through one man's personal Trek universe.
101 Comic Book Trivia Questions by Rich Meyer 101 Comic Book Trivia Questions by Rich Meyer Dec. 19, 2010 $1.99 8087 words Sample 10%
Another foray into comic book trivia, here are 101 questions from Marvel, DC, Charlton, Dell, Harvey, Gold Key and nearly every other publisher.
You May Be Suspect - A Game inside a Book by Bryan Acker You May Be Suspect - A Game inside a Book by Bryan Acker Dec. 14, 2010 $2.99 12767 words Sample 20%
What is You May Be Suspect- a Game inside a Book? It is a beginning to a conversation; a conversation with yourself and those you share your time with. These are observations I have made about myself, those I have walked next to and shared a beer with. It is meant to inspire closer friendships, balance and better answers. Thank you and I do hope you enjoy.
Rantalicious: True Tirades from a Woman on the Edge by Alisa Steinberg Rantalicious: True Tirades from a Woman on the Edge by Alisa Steinberg Dec. 12, 2010 $2.99 35150 words Sample 5%
From the writer of the comedic novels "Text Me, A Tale of Love and Technology" and "Notes from Ellen Wasserfeldman" comes this collection of off-the-wall-funny blog essays from a woman who knows what it's like to be living and thinking off-the-wall every single day - the author, herself. Take a crazy ride in the mind of Steinberg (and her alter ego), and see why she's the ultimate ranter.
The Comic Book Quiz Book: Volume 1 by Rich Meyer The Comic Book Quiz Book: Volume 1 by Rich Meyer Dec. 11, 2010 $3.99 12161 words Sample 20%
Here are 202 questions on all kinds of comic books - 101 for the "average" comic book fan and 101 to Stump the Experts! Almost every genre of comic books is covered in this quiz book, with questions being culled from seventy years of this vibrant and artistic medium.
The No Bull MAME Arcade Builder's Guide -or- How to Build Your MAME Compatible Home Video Arcade Cabinet Project by Adam Aarons The No Bull MAME Arcade Builder's Guide -or- How to Build Your MAME Compatible Home Video Arcade Cabinet Project by Adam Aarons Dec. 09, 2010 $2.99 34851 words Sample 20%
Special limited introductory price. With hundreds of pages, 40 images, & dozens of up to date links, The No Bull MAME Arcade Builder's Guide is the ultimate resource for anyone thinking about building the arcade of their dreams. The guide covers everything from initial concept & planning to final software configuration. There's even a comprehensive troubleshooting section and additional help link
Au cinéma by Françoise Sagan Au cinéma by Françoise Sagan Dec. 09, 2010 $4.99 17264 words Sample 10%
Ce Carnet élaboré à partir d’articles issus de l’Égoïste, L’Express, Vogue, Senso, Elle et Le Monde, nous livre le propre point de vue de Françoise Sagan sur le cinéma et le théâtre à travers des portraits de grandes figures telles que Marguerite Duras, Fellini, Catherine Deneuve, Robert Hossein, ou à travers des critiques de films faisant l’actualité.
Funny Man Down by Adam J. McCune Funny Man Down by Adam J. McCune Dec. 07, 2010 $2.99 44376 words Sample 20%
Funny Man Down is a collection of Adam McCune's National Award Winning columns from "McCune's Manchester", published weekly in the New Hampshire Union Leader. These columns chronicle funny stories, people, and places in and around Manchester, NH, as well as Adam's struggles during unemployment.
Dr. Jargonlove: Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Technobabble by Mark Stucky Dr. Jargonlove: Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Technobabble by Mark Stucky Dec. 07, 2010 Free! 874 words Sample 100%
Why would somebody write "the biota exhibited a 100 percent mortality response" when he really meant all the fish died? Sometimes people use jargon to be taken seriously, sometimes to be clear and precise, sometimes to not work so hard, and sometimes to deliberately evade and confuse. This essay humorously examines the various motivations for using jargon in both good and bad communication.
Phone Losers of America by Brad Carter Phone Losers of America by Brad Carter Dec. 05, 2010 $7.50 91106 words Sample 40%
Phone Losers of America is a collection of short stories which take you on a twenty year journey of high-tech humor, culture jamming, and criminal mischief. From remotely controlling the overhead paging system of a large supermarket, to confusing the phone company with various call forwarding stunts, this bizarre collection of pranks will have you laughing until the end.
La petite robe noire by Françoise Sagan La petite robe noire by Françoise Sagan Dec. 03, 2010 $3.99 12985 words Sample 10%
Dans ce Carnet, on trouvera, parfois sur le ton de la confidence – Sagan raconte comment elle a vécu la mode depuis son enfance –, parfois avec plus de distance le point de vue de F. Sagan sur la mode, ses tendances, certains couturiers (un très beau portrait d’Yves Saint Laurent), et bien sûr Peggy Roche – « obsédée par l’élégance » – avec qui elle vécut de longues années.
De la corrida by Ernest Coeurderoy De la corrida by Ernest Coeurderoy Nov. 30, 2010 $2.99 10333 words Sample 10%
Ce texte sur la corrida est à la fois d’une grande beauté littéraire et d’une lucidité implacable. L’homme y apparaît tel qu’en lui-même, grand et lâche, majestueux et sanguinaire.
Side Dish of Death for 12: Whaddya Mean 'Honor Among Thieves'..? by Lauryn Christopher Side Dish of Death for 12: Whaddya Mean 'Honor Among Thieves'..? by Lauryn Christopher Nov. 26, 2010 $2.99 7680 words Sample 20%
Chicago, 1921. Prohibition is in its early years, but business is booming under the rule of gangs led by George "Bugs" Moran, Dion O'Bannion, and the recently deceased Ricardo Cappelli. With Cappelli dead, representatives of the three factions meet in neutral territory in the hopes of peacefully resolving the issue of succession... (An interactive, dinner-party mystery for 12 players)
Side Dish of Death for 10: Whaddya Mean 'Honor Among Thieves'..? by Lauryn Christopher Side Dish of Death for 10: Whaddya Mean 'Honor Among Thieves'..? by Lauryn Christopher Nov. 26, 2010 $2.99 6836 words Sample 20%
Chicago, 1921. Prohibition is in its early years, but business is booming under the rule of gangs led by George "Bugs" Moran, Dion O'Bannion, and the recently deceased Ricardo Cappelli. With Cappelli dead, representatives of the three factions meet in neutral territory in the hopes of peacefully resolving the issue of succession... (An interactive, dinner-party mystery for 10 players)
Side Dish of Death for 8: Whaddya Mean 'Honor Among Thieves'..? by Lauryn Christopher Side Dish of Death for 8: Whaddya Mean 'Honor Among Thieves'..? by Lauryn Christopher Nov. 26, 2010 $2.99 6203 words Sample 20%
Chicago, 1921. Prohibition is in its early years, but business is booming under the rule of gangs led by George "Bugs" Moran, Dion O'Bannion, and the recently deceased Ricardo Cappelli. With Cappelli dead, representatives of the three factions meet in neutral territory in the hopes of peacefully resolving the issue of succession... (An interactive, dinner-party mystery for 8 players)
Monster Rally by S. Michael Wilson Monster Rally by S. Michael Wilson Nov. 24, 2010 $7.99 69814 words Sample 20%
S. Michael Wilson presents an anthology of film-related essays and articles covering a wide variety of horror, science-fiction and cult films, including aliens, mutants, Bigfoot, vampires, killer insects, Mexican wrestlers, serial killers, giant apes, mad scientists, and much more.
Donnybrook Days by Miriam Walsh Donnybrook Days by Miriam Walsh Nov. 23, 2010 $4.99 24876 words Sample 20%
Most people did not have a lot in Ireland in the 1950’s but life was good, people were kind to each other, there was very little crime and the streets the children played in were safe. Children were respectful of adults, were told to be `seen and not heard’ and generally were happy with their lot, which was not a ‘lot’. Join Miriam on this nostalgic journey through the 1950's in Dublin.
Movies in Haiku by Ken Malcom Movies in Haiku by Ken Malcom Nov. 23, 2010 $3.99 7051 words Sample 20%
You've seen the two hour movie...now get the full movie experience in seventeen syllables! Almost 400 movies done in Japanese haiku! Several genres are covered including comedy, western, sci-fi, classic, and even the worst movies ever made! You'll laugh...you'll cry...you'll wonder where this book has been all your life!
Facebooking Rick Springfield (and Other Musings of a Scattered Writer) by Jessica Park Facebooking Rick Springfield (and Other Musings of a Scattered Writer) by Jessica Park Nov. 23, 2010 $0.99 9516 words Sample 10%
I don't have the funds to follow Rick Springfield around on tour. Or get on his yearly cruise. But the advantage of being a writer is that I have a decent imagination, and my fantasy Rick life placates my need for, you know, actual encounters with the cherished one. I’m pretty content to worship him from afar. So here is a collection of blogs that I’ve done (now expanded), most Rick-related.
Yea, Free Panty Liners by Shauna Gillentine Yea, Free Panty Liners by Shauna Gillentine Nov. 21, 2010 $0.99 34241 words Sample 20%
Follow me through some peaks and valleys of my roller-coaster life. Free panty liners and making love on the golf course are definite “ups”…warts, liposuction, bikini wax, and stepping in dog doo while you’re trying to wrestle a snake from your dog’s mouth are some “downs”. Real life adventures and chaos to follow in this jam-packed, exciting book.
Gross Movie Reviews - Volume 5 by Tim Gross Gross Movie Reviews - Volume 5 by Tim Gross Nov. 09, 2010 $2.99 57527 words Sample 20%
Tim Gross is a sometimes insane horror movie fan who has written five books in the past five years reviewing horror films, B-flicks, and legendary films from the greats: David Carridine, Steven Seagal, Rutger Hauer, and Lance Henriksen... As one person described Tim, "he is the Pittsburgh version of Joe Bob Briggs!" Tim is from the heart and right to the point when reviewing horror films.
The wRECking Yard of Games and Activities by Alanna Jones The wRECking Yard of Games and Activities by Alanna Jones Oct. 29, 2010 $19.20 42568 words Sample 10%
This is the wRECking Yard — the place where activities and games (productive RECreation) help people put lives together. Alanna Jones has crafted 104 activities for groups of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults that help you teach them teamwork, self-esteem, self-discovery, leisure education, communication, anger management, and fitness.
Once A Brat, Always A Brat by Marilyn Celeste Morris Once A Brat, Always A Brat by Marilyn Celeste Morris Oct. 28, 2010 $6.99 63410 words Sample 35%
We wear the “Brat” name with pride. Those who argue the term is demeaning simply don’t understand. Once a Brat, Always a Brat is not intended to be a serious study of children of the military. It is neither an apology nor rallying cry for our unique experiences. Other Military Brats have contributed to this book, writing about their experiences in their own words. Resources section included.
Acting in Hollywood: A Newcomer's Guide by Stanislav Meiner Acting in Hollywood: A Newcomer's Guide by Stanislav Meiner Oct. 27, 2010 $1.99 63250 words Sample 20%
Welcome to Hollywood! Or maybe you're not here yet? Either way, if you've got plans to act in Hollywood, there's a lot to learn: about Los Angeles, about acting, about agents and managers, about traps for the unwary. What's "pilot season"? "Hiatus"? "A deal memo"? "A producer session"? "Acting in Hollywood" explains these terms to the newcomer and offers a tour of the basic tools.
Back Lot Talk by Keni Arts Back Lot Talk by Keni Arts Oct. 23, 2010 $0.99 8026 words Sample 15%
Keni Arts is a twenty-five year vet of the Hollywood movie and television industry. Back Lot Talk is a fun read whether you’re familiar with show business or not, and Keni’s nicely rendered drawings add to the fun and our understanding of moviemaking. Plus, his lighthearted essay on the serious challenges to breaking into the showbiz workforce will offer some combinations to success.
Retail Ramblings by Kevin Domenic Retail Ramblings by Kevin Domenic Oct. 23, 2010 $2.99 53637 words Sample 20%
After spending a decade in the service industry, I can say with certainty that the moment the average person enters a retail establishment, his heart shrivels to a blackened lump of selfishness and deceit while his ego grows to levels usually reserved for politicians and corporate executives. Experience the true horror of life through my eyes, the eyes of the customer service representative.
Stasis Leaked by Jane Killick Stasis Leaked by Jane Killick Oct. 23, 2010 $2.99 17209 words Sample 20%
The Unofficial Behind the Scenes Guide to the First Series of Red Dwarf. Jane Killick, the author of the acclaimed Babylon 5: Season by Season Guides, reveals the truth behind the successful British science fiction comedy series. The drama of creating every episode is brought to life with in-depth interviews with the writers and contributions from the cast.
5-Letter Words by Ted Summerfield 5-Letter Words by Ted Summerfield Oct. 16, 2010 $0.99 5893 words Sample 14%
Here are 320 fun ways to test your vocabulary knowledge and to discover new words. You are given a word or a series of words and you make as many 5-letter words as you can from that word or series of words. Sound simple? Sometimes it is, sometimes it isn't. A link to one-look online dictionary is included in each puzzle and solution section. Great fun and a great way to learn new words.
Where Have All The Camel Toes Gone? by Keyz Karanza Where Have All The Camel Toes Gone? by Keyz Karanza Oct. 15, 2010 $6.99 78949 words Sample 50%
Wisdom. Dark, evil, psychotic wisdom. Sometimes dubbed 'Memoirs of a Sociopath', "Where Have All The Camel Toes Gone?" is the free-style comedy book by Keyz Karanza based in part on his popular podcast. WHATCTG? is a blend of hate-filled ranting and disjointed whimsy.
The Royal Albert Hall: A Masterpiece for the 21st Century by Roger Williams The Royal Albert Hall: A Masterpiece for the 21st Century by Roger Williams Oct. 14, 2010 $4.99 20331 words Sample 20%
The story of London's favourite "village hall", written to celebrate its upgrading and refurbishment. With unprecedented access to the archives, it tells of the great pageant of events that have taken place here. Home of the world famous Proms, opera house, sports arena, meeting hall, ballroom - it was also the only place the Beatles and Rolling Stones shared the same bill.
Follow Your Heart : John McLaughlin song by song - A Listener's Guide by Walter Kolosky Follow Your Heart : John McLaughlin song by song - A Listener's Guide by Walter Kolosky Oct. 12, 2010 $4.99 76571 words Sample 15%
This eBook text version of Follow Your Heart takes you on a fascinating journey of the music of John McLaughlin -- song by song. The tour guide is Walter Kolosky, author of the award winning Power, Passion and Beauty: The Story of the Legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra. He is aided by a foreword written by Chick Corea, expert musicologists and exclusive insights from John McLaughlin himself.
What's So Funny? How To Sharpen Your Sense Of Humor by Paul Moran What's So Funny? How To Sharpen Your Sense Of Humor by Paul Moran Oct. 08, 2010 $9.99 13901 words Sample 20%
Readers of all ages and abilities will quickly learn how to generate laughter, spread good feelings, and perhaps even make a fool of themselves! Written in easy to understand language, the author clearly explains the principles behind such comic tools as: exaggeration, understatement, punch lines, sight gags, logical delusions, creating surprises, the use of funny words, and many others.
Wer herrscht im Theater und Fernsehen? by Ulf Heuner Wer herrscht im Theater und Fernsehen? by Ulf Heuner Oct. 07, 2010 $2.99 11477 words Sample 20%
Eines schien immer klar zu sein: Sowohl im Theater als auch vor dem Bildschirm zeige sich der Zuschauer grundsätzlich beherrscht von dem Geschehen auf Bühne und Mattscheibe – ein passiver Empfänger, Konsument, machtlos. Ulf Heuner zeigt in seiner Theorie des Theaters und Fernsehens auf, dass vielmehr der Zuschauer grundsätzlich das Geschehen auf Bühne und Bildschirm beherrscht.
The Dixie Chics by Janice Daugharty The Dixie Chics by Janice Daugharty Sep. 27, 2010 $1.99 615 words Sample 50%
Where did the Dixie Chics disappear to for a while, and why did they disappear? Who decides who get to be little and big in entertainment? Here's what this author thinks...