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Princess Electra by Dory Lee Maske Princess Electra by Dory Lee Maske Sep. 01, 2008 $2.00 63885 words Sample 50%
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I've always been a reader--loved fairy tales when I was young. I started writing when I had children of my own. My husband, Bob Maske, does all the art work for my stories. He did all the book covers and the animations that accompany each story. I try to keep at least half of my stories and books free and would love to receive feedback from my readers. You can contact me at bbmask@starstream.net or at doryleemaske@wavecable.com Thanks to all you readers out there for your support.
Laugh Like a Dog - Fiction by Jeff Tikari Laugh Like a Dog - Fiction by Jeff Tikari Nov. 18, 2008 $2.50 27017 words Sample 15%
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Author and Homeopathic doctor. Jeff has written nine books and has been published in India, USA, UK and Canada.
Dark Quest (Targa Trilogy #2) by Richard S. Tuttle Dark Quest (Targa Trilogy #2) by Richard S. Tuttle Jan. 26, 2009 $5.99 90991 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Ancient Prophecy (Targa Trilogy #3) by Richard S. Tuttle Ancient Prophecy (Targa Trilogy #3) by Richard S. Tuttle Jan. 26, 2009 $5.99 91098 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Misfit McCabe by LK Gardner-Griffie Misfit McCabe by LK Gardner-Griffie March 07, 2009 $2.99 67666 words Sample 25%
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As an author of young adult fiction, LK Gardner-Griffie enjoys acclaim as a two-time winner of the Pearson Prize Teen Choice Award for Misfit McCabe (2009) and Nowhere Feels Like Home (2010), the first two books in her Misfit McCabe series. Her love of the young adult category is long standing and she thrives on exploring the tumultuous emotions and life choices of the teen years. Daughter to a rocket scientist and an artist, LK combines the traits of both into a quirky yet pragmatic writer. She began to foster her love of writing after reading Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women and discovering she had a great deal in common with the character Jo. The making up of stories, dramatic feelings, and a quick temper were enough for her to know she and Jo would have been kindred spirits. Her love of writing has grown over the years, along with the list of projects she plans to tackle. In addition to writing, LK holds down a full-time job with an international transportation company as a process and efficiency expert. Her leisure time is spent with her husband sharing a love of music, singing, and college baseball. She writes into the night with the help of her three long-haired miniature dachshunds.
Beneath a Star-Blue Sky by William Woodall Beneath a Star-Blue Sky by William Woodall March 10, 2009 $1.47 47598 words Sample 50%
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I've been writing stories almost since I was able to pick up a jumbo crayon and put words on paper. I love what I do and I feel blessed to have the opportunity to share these tales with my readers. My work is typically classified as young adult literature, if only because the stories are clean and most of the characters are young. There's more to it than that, though. Every book I've ever personally loved has been what I'd call ageless. That is, it contains something that can touch the heart of a child while he's still too young and raw to appreciate subtlety, but there's also something in it that he can still feed on when he's old and gray, although perhaps not the same things. It's my aspiration to write stories like that. In fact, the majority of my readers are adults who want to read something that will uplift them and make them feel glad to be alive that day. We all need beautiful stories, and without them we suffer. If you'd like to know more about me or my work, please visit my official author's website at www.williamwoodall.org
The Prophet of Rain by William Woodall The Prophet of Rain by William Woodall March 11, 2009 $1.47 67533 words Sample 50%
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I've been writing stories almost since I was able to pick up a jumbo crayon and put words on paper. I love what I do and I feel blessed to have the opportunity to share these tales with my readers. My work is typically classified as young adult literature, if only because the stories are clean and most of the characters are young. There's more to it than that, though. Every book I've ever personally loved has been what I'd call ageless. That is, it contains something that can touch the heart of a child while he's still too young and raw to appreciate subtlety, but there's also something in it that he can still feed on when he's old and gray, although perhaps not the same things. It's my aspiration to write stories like that. In fact, the majority of my readers are adults who want to read something that will uplift them and make them feel glad to be alive that day. We all need beautiful stories, and without them we suffer. If you'd like to know more about me or my work, please visit my official author's website at www.williamwoodall.org
Endeavors by Cecilia Kavanagh Endeavors by Cecilia Kavanagh March 20, 2009 $1.99 2801 words Sample 10%
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Cecilia Kavanagh is branching out-moving up from fanfiction to erotica and romantic fiction, these stories aim to make you squeal, sigh, and smile. In her spare time, she edits her high school literary magazine and writes poetry about the people she waits on at a local restaurant. Her waitress pad is covered with ideas for new stories!
Holy City by Cecilia Kavanagh Holy City by Cecilia Kavanagh March 20, 2009 $1.99 2649 words Sample 30%
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Cecilia Kavanagh is branching out-moving up from fanfiction to erotica and romantic fiction, these stories aim to make you squeal, sigh, and smile. In her spare time, she edits her high school literary magazine and writes poetry about the people she waits on at a local restaurant. Her waitress pad is covered with ideas for new stories!
Eleven Eleven by Cecilia Kavanagh Eleven Eleven by Cecilia Kavanagh March 21, 2009 $1.99 1836 words Sample 20%
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Cecilia Kavanagh is branching out-moving up from fanfiction to erotica and romantic fiction, these stories aim to make you squeal, sigh, and smile. In her spare time, she edits her high school literary magazine and writes poetry about the people she waits on at a local restaurant. Her waitress pad is covered with ideas for new stories!
Unicorns' Opal (Sword of Heavens #2) by Richard S. Tuttle Unicorns' Opal (Sword of Heavens #2) by Richard S. Tuttle March 22, 2009 $5.99 120483 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Abuud: the One-Eyed God (Sword of Heavens #3) by Richard S. Tuttle Abuud: the One-Eyed God (Sword of Heavens #3) by Richard S. Tuttle March 22, 2009 $5.99 130048 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Dwarven Ruby (Sword of Heavens #4) by Richard S. Tuttle Dwarven Ruby (Sword of Heavens #4) by Richard S. Tuttle March 22, 2009 $5.99 152612 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Emerald of the Elves (Sword of Heavens #5) by Richard S. Tuttle Emerald of the Elves (Sword of Heavens #5) by Richard S. Tuttle March 22, 2009 $5.99 128970 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Dragons' Onyx (Sword of Heavens #6) by Richard S. Tuttle Dragons' Onyx (Sword of Heavens #6) by Richard S. Tuttle March 22, 2009 $5.99 131762 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Amethyst of the Gods (Sword of Heavens #7) by Richard S. Tuttle Amethyst of the Gods (Sword of Heavens #7) by Richard S. Tuttle March 22, 2009 $5.99 164585 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Leah by J.M. Reep Leah by J.M. Reep March 22, 2009 You set the price! 83192 words Sample 50%
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J.M. Reep writes and teaches writing in Texas. He is the author of two young adult novels: Leah (2009) and The Spring (2008). They are novels aspire that more to Salinger than Rowling; they’re more in line with Joan of Arcadia than Gossip Girls, more in tune with The Smiths than The Jonas Brothers. These are stories that deal with those questions that are universal to young people (and all people): “Who am I?” “Why am I here?” “What is my place in the world?” “What does the future hold for me?” The characters of these novels grapple with these questions, and each character finds his or her own answers — just as we all must. PLEASE: If you download my novels for free, please leave a comment/review when you finish reading them!
Star of Sakova (Forgotten Legacy #2) by Richard S. Tuttle Star of Sakova (Forgotten Legacy #2) by Richard S. Tuttle March 24, 2009 $5.99 187550 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Web of Deceit (Forgotten Legacy #3) by Richard S. Tuttle Web of Deceit (Forgotten Legacy #3) by Richard S. Tuttle March 24, 2009 $5.99 160829 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Aakuta: the Dark Mage (Forgotten Legacy #4) by Richard S. Tuttle Aakuta: the Dark Mage (Forgotten Legacy #4) by Richard S. Tuttle March 24, 2009 $5.99 144310 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Island of Darkness (Forgotten Legacy #5) by Richard S. Tuttle Island of Darkness (Forgotten Legacy #5) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 174126 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Elvangar (Forgotten Legacy #6) by Richard S. Tuttle Elvangar (Forgotten Legacy #6) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 164428 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Winged Warrior (Forgotten Legacy #7) by Richard S. Tuttle Winged Warrior (Forgotten Legacy #7) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 135690 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Army of the Dead (Forgotten Legacy #8) by Richard S. Tuttle Army of the Dead (Forgotten Legacy #8) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 230160 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Knights of Alcea (Demonstone Chronicles #1) by Richard S. Tuttle Knights of Alcea (Demonstone Chronicles #1) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 163299 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Final Voyage of the Remora (Demonstone Chronicles #2) by Richard S. Tuttle Final Voyage of the Remora (Demonstone Chronicles #2) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 209553 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Council of War (Demonstone Chronicles #3) by Richard S. Tuttle Council of War (Demonstone Chronicles #3) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 205748 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Demonkin (Demonstone Chronicles #4) by Richard S. Tuttle Demonkin (Demonstone Chronicles #4) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 212626 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
Heirs of the Enemy (Demonstone Chronicles #5) by Richard S. Tuttle Heirs of the Enemy (Demonstone Chronicles #5) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 222099 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
13 Day War (Demonstone Chronicles #6) by Richard S. Tuttle 13 Day War (Demonstone Chronicles #6) by Richard S. Tuttle March 25, 2009 $5.99 224447 words Sample 50%
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eBook Reviews Weekly called Richard “…one of this century's leading authors of innovative fantasy tales." Molly Martin calls him “…a skillful weaver of tales.” Richard has this to say, “Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.” Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of over twenty novels dealing with three entirely created worlds. The Forgotten Legacy Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures. The Targa Trilogy, Sword of Heavens series, and the Demonstone Chronicles deal not only with a diverse world, but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is already drawing a following of readers.
The Spring by J.M. Reep The Spring by J.M. Reep March 25, 2009 You set the price! 95063 words Sample 50%
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J.M. Reep writes and teaches writing in Texas. He is the author of two young adult novels: Leah (2009) and The Spring (2008). They are novels aspire that more to Salinger than Rowling; they’re more in line with Joan of Arcadia than Gossip Girls, more in tune with The Smiths than The Jonas Brothers. These are stories that deal with those questions that are universal to young people (and all people): “Who am I?” “Why am I here?” “What is my place in the world?” “What does the future hold for me?” The characters of these novels grapple with these questions, and each character finds his or her own answers — just as we all must. PLEASE: If you download my novels for free, please leave a comment/review when you finish reading them!
The Mariner's Secret (Book 1 in series - Matt & Heather Thriller) by Mary Tomasi Dubois The Mariner's Secret (Book 1 in series - Matt & Heather Thriller) by Mary Tomasi Dubois March 25, 2009 $1.99 38878 words Sample 25%
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Mary Tomasi-Dubois' goal in writing her stories is to capture the imagination of young readers and to develope an interesting story for adults to enjoy as well. Mary's hope is that they will then get involved in a discussion of the plot, writing style, historical events, etc.; much as a book club might. Mary Tomasi-Dubois is a native of Cleveland Ohio, but has lived in California since the age of three. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, and a long and varied career. Being a teenager in the fifties allowed Mary to achieve some firsts for that era—the first girl admitted in her junior high and high school’s drafting classes as well as the first girl in her college’s architectural classes. This lead to being the first women hired as an electro/mechanical drafter at Lockheed in the early 60’s, during the Race to Space frenzy. Throughout her early career, Mary worked as an architectural drafter, tooling drafter, electro/mechanical drafter, printed circuit designer, and CADD manager at the dawn of the computer age in Silicon Valley. Mary later went back to school to obtain certification in one of her passions, interior design, and now has a successful Interior & Reality Enhancement business. She combined her talents to teach drafting for interior design students at UC Santa Cruz Extension for 15 years. In 1987, Mary joined forces with her husband, Paul, to expand their company, Tomasi-Dubois & Associates, Security Consulting and Engineering, and with the addition of an engineer, began designing large-scale integrated security systems for some of the nation’s fortune 100 companies. Today, the company enjoys the prestige of the greatest form of marketing—‘word of mouth’ recommendations. As a child, Mary loved making up stories about fairies, pirates, and times past in exotic lands, and she loved telling them to her stuffed animals and dolls. As an adult, her interest in ancient history, metaphysics, and more recently quantum physics, has inspired her to weave these topics into another of her passions, writing stories. Mary currently teaches a Young Writer's Workshop and is host of access channel KCAT's Word Sleuth - Detective of All Things Written, where she interviews local authors, publishers (including Mark Coker of Smashwords), librarians or anyone connected with the written word.
Danger In The Jeweled City (Book 2 in series - Matt & Heather Thriller) by Mary Tomasi Dubois Danger In The Jeweled City (Book 2 in series - Matt & Heather Thriller) by Mary Tomasi Dubois March 26, 2009 $1.99 46471 words Sample 25%
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Mary Tomasi-Dubois' goal in writing her stories is to capture the imagination of young readers and to develope an interesting story for adults to enjoy as well. Mary's hope is that they will then get involved in a discussion of the plot, writing style, historical events, etc.; much as a book club might. Mary Tomasi-Dubois is a native of Cleveland Ohio, but has lived in California since the age of three. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, and a long and varied career. Being a teenager in the fifties allowed Mary to achieve some firsts for that era—the first girl admitted in her junior high and high school’s drafting classes as well as the first girl in her college’s architectural classes. This lead to being the first women hired as an electro/mechanical drafter at Lockheed in the early 60’s, during the Race to Space frenzy. Throughout her early career, Mary worked as an architectural drafter, tooling drafter, electro/mechanical drafter, printed circuit designer, and CADD manager at the dawn of the computer age in Silicon Valley. Mary later went back to school to obtain certification in one of her passions, interior design, and now has a successful Interior & Reality Enhancement business. She combined her talents to teach drafting for interior design students at UC Santa Cruz Extension for 15 years. In 1987, Mary joined forces with her husband, Paul, to expand their company, Tomasi-Dubois & Associates, Security Consulting and Engineering, and with the addition of an engineer, began designing large-scale integrated security systems for some of the nation’s fortune 100 companies. Today, the company enjoys the prestige of the greatest form of marketing—‘word of mouth’ recommendations. As a child, Mary loved making up stories about fairies, pirates, and times past in exotic lands, and she loved telling them to her stuffed animals and dolls. As an adult, her interest in ancient history, metaphysics, and more recently quantum physics, has inspired her to weave these topics into another of her passions, writing stories. Mary currently teaches a Young Writer's Workshop and is host of access channel KCAT's Word Sleuth - Detective of All Things Written, where she interviews local authors, publishers (including Mark Coker of Smashwords), librarians or anyone connected with the written word.
Elsewhere: In The Shadow of Bones and Thorns by Cassidy Ward Elsewhere: In The Shadow of Bones and Thorns by Cassidy Ward April 18, 2009 $5.00 49881 words Sample 50%
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My wife and I live in Ogden Utah. We live with our dog (Sadie), our cat (Cambria), and our bird (Jas.) Please let me know what you think of my stories you can message me at www.myspace.com/bangarangcrow
Foster Child by Jeannine Vegh Foster Child by Jeannine Vegh April 26, 2009 $1.00 1606 words Sample 25%
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Jeannine Vegh, M.A.,I.M.F.T., has her graduate degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on Somatic Psychology, from John F. Kennedy University in Pleasant Hill, California. She received her undergraduate degree in Liberal Arts and Psychology from Antioch University in Santa Barbara. In addition she holds an undergraduate degree in Merchandising and Marketing from The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles, California. Her work experience includes ten years as a social worker with Head Start and Children’s Protective Services in California. Ms. Vegh continues to write fiction and has four selections available for purchase here on Smashwords.com. Ms. Vegh was an active member of the California Writers Club for six years. She now resides in Ohio, where she grew up. Credits: The cover art credits go to Rita Toews in Canada. The drawing of the little boy on Foster Child goes to Betty Auchard from California and it was first published in the Writers Talk newsletter for the California Writers Club - South Bay Branch.
Rowan of the Wood by Christine Rose Rowan of the Wood by Christine Rose April 27, 2009 $2.99 63869 words Sample 30%
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Beyond by Ben Games Beyond by Ben Games April 30, 2009 $2.99 97953 words Sample 25%
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Ben R. Games, PhD, Major, CW-4, TCNA-6, flew bombers and night fighters during WWII, then Jet Fighters for the USAF during the Korean War, and Chinook helicopters in Vietnam for the 1st Cavalry Division. He is a member of the North American Mach Busters Club and of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society with 737 recorded combat hours. After 35 years he retired from military flying in 1978 and later became the manager of the Turks & Caicos National Airline. He served in Vietnam as a pilot with the 228 Aviation Battalion, Company B, 1st Cavalry Division, and is a life member of Army Aviation Class 43K, 1st Cavalry Division Association, MOAA, USAF Association, VHPA, DFC Society, National Guard Association of the US, Camp Grayling Officers Club, VFW, American Legion, and the DAV. During his military service Ben was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism, Bronze Star, 14 Air Medals, Army Commen-dation Medal with “V” Device, National Defense Service Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars, MI Medals of Valor w/Oak leaf cluster, two Legion of Merit. Vietnam Campaign Medal w/1960 device, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross w/Palm Unit Citation, and Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Medal of Honor with First Class Unit Citation. During the past fifty years, stories of his flying adventures have been read by people around the world. They range from a child’s Christmas story, biographical adventures, to science fiction.
People In The Curtains by Martin Taylor Graves People In The Curtains by Martin Taylor Graves May 02, 2009 $3.99 95125 words Sample 35%
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Martin likes to write about a variety of subjects. He enjoys stories dealing with the bazaar and supernatural, also human interest stories. To be able to capture a reader's attention so he can't put the book down, is fantastic.
Realms of the Red Rabbit (Realms of the Red Rabbit series, Book 1) by Laura Eno Realms of the Red Rabbit (Realms of the Red Rabbit series, Book 1) by Laura Eno May 05, 2009 $0.99 80595 words Sample 30%
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Laura Eno lives in Florida with a very tolerant husband, three skulking cats and two absurdly happy dogs. After spending years immersed in English literature courses, she now writes novels late at night with the help of muses from the underworld. Please visit her strange imagination at http://lauraeno.blogspot.com and follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/lauraeno
The Jetty Journals by Ian Buchanan The Jetty Journals by Ian Buchanan May 14, 2009 $2.99 58477 words Sample 25%
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Hi I have been writing still, for those who are still waiting for the next stage of The Jetty Journals. It's coming along, slower than it should, but nearly finished. I'm biased, but I think it will be as exciting as the first book. I work as a technical manager for web projects, and write in bursts when I get some time. Thanks for your feedback, and happy to hear from readers. You can also contact me via the jetty journals website.
Druids, Raptors and Egyptians by Thomas Kennedy Druids, Raptors and Egyptians by Thomas Kennedy May 25, 2009 $1.50 79758 words Sample 30%
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Irish writer of: Dark Drink and Conversation A warm tale of conversation, murder and adventure. More Dark Drink and Conversation A warm tale of conversation, kidnap and adventure. Love on the dark side of the city A Romantic Thriller set in Dublin, Ireland The Irish Detective A series of interlinked short detective stories. Twisted love and money Romance and Business mix in modern Ireland Druids Raptors and Egyptians Magic and science fiction in a young teen adventure The New York Druid Seeking an evil Druid, Live Corp, who specialise in niche markets in evil, target Connor a young tax accountant The Chicago Druid and the Ugly Princess Transformed by a druid into the ugliest woman imaginable the once beautiful Princess Fionnuala is thrown by magic into modern Chicago Various Short Stories also available. These books are also available on Amazon.com (print) and Kindle, Barnes and Noble etc,.
Mes princesses favorites by Stéphane Carrion Mes princesses favorites by Stéphane Carrion May 25, 2009 $7.70 31808 words Sample 30%
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Jeune auteur et historien d'origine française, Stéphane Carrion vit le jour à l'Hôpital Sainte-Justine de Montréal, le 7 juin 1978. Il vécut les premières années de sa vie dans la ville de Dollard-des-Ormeaux, province de Québec au Canada. Issu d'une famille de deux enfants dont il est le cadet, ses parents sont quant à eux Pieds-Noirs, ce qui revient à dire des Français d'origine européenne installés en Afrique du nord et plus particulièrement en Algérie jusqu'à l'indépendance. Voulant prendre la voie de la prêtrise, il en abandonna l'idée devant la nouvelle ère qu'avait dessinée, au Québec, la « Révolution tranquille ». Toujours mal orienté dans son cheminement scolaire et ses choix, il décida que l'histoire serait sa voie. C'est alors qu'il entreprit des études d'historien à l'Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM). Les années passées à étudier et lire sans relâche dans le domaine historique accrurent chez lui son intérêt pour l'histoire et la littérature, ce qui l'incita à vouloir partager cette passion avec le public, en écrivant des livres qui sauront générer chez le lecteur un grand enthousiasme. À ce jour, il demeure dans la ville de Pierrefonds et il entend écrire de nouvelles œuvres, qui sauront touchées tous les groupes d'âges.
Call Me Kate: Meeting the Molly Maguires by Molly Roe Call Me Kate: Meeting the Molly Maguires by Molly Roe May 27, 2009 $4.99 46183 words Sample 10%
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Molly Roe is the pen name of Mary Garrity Slaby, a veteran language arts & reading teacher at Lake-Lehman Junior Senior High School. Mary holds a Ph.D. in education from Temple University, and Pennsylvania teaching certification in six areas. She has pursued the hobby of genealogy for the past decade. Mary was born in Philadelphia, raised in Schuylkill County, and currently lives in Dallas, Pennsylvania with her husband, John. They are parents of two grown children, Melissa and John Garrett, cover illustrator of Call Me Kate. Digging into the past has given Mary newfound respect for her ancestors and a better understanding of history. Call Me Kate is the first in the author’s trilogy of historical novels loosely based on the lives of the strong women who preceded her.
Calling Out Your Name by Ned White Calling Out Your Name by Ned White May 27, 2009 $0.99 76205 words Sample 50%
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CALLING OUT YOUR NAME is an adventure story for young adults, set largely in the Deep South in the recent past: a rural Georgia teenager sets off on an improbable journey to find his developmentally disabled younger brother, who's apparently run away. 2010 Awards: Silver Medal Winner: Young Adult Fiction, Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Awards Silver Medal Winner: Young Adult Fiction, Moonbeam Children's Books Awards Semifinalist, Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award, 2010 Reviews: "A memorable hero...(and) a wonderful, adventurous coming-of-age story that takes the Georgia teenager on a daring journey from Macon to Malibu and from adolescence to maturity." - Don O'Briant, former book editor, Atlanta Journal Constitution "The unpretentious prose faultlessly captures Woody’s introspective nature, delivering some powerful moments with pragmatic bluntness ... and even minor supporting characters feel authentic and finely rendered." - Publishers Weekly reviewer "The narrator's voice is so fresh and original that I didn't want to stop reading... The premise is strong, the characters are real, and I want to read more. Kudos to the author on a job very well done." - Amazon Breakthrough Novel of the Year Award Expert Reviewer "Awesome job!" - - Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award Expert Reviewer from BOOKREVIEW.COM: Rating: Excellent! Publisher: CreateSpace Web Page: www.createspace.com Reviewed by: Eric Jones I grew up in Macon, GA, with all of those southern fixin’s that Ned White describes in his coming-of-age tale, “Calling Out Your Name”. When I was sixteen I did many of the same things that Woody Elmont does in Macon; going to the mall to window shop, traveling to friend’s houses to sit out under the stars and drink in secret, and chase my brother on foot along the Bible Belt in a frantic bid to clear his name from an arson and possible murder charge with the police hot on my heels. Ah, those were the days. Apart from reminding me of my own childhood, “Calling Out Your Name” has a lot going for it in the spirit of “Huckleberry Finn”, modernized with Buicks instead of rafts, telephones instead of carried missives, and crooks who rob liquor stores instead of impersonating English dukes. There is even a misperceived death which features prominently in the finale, which might be a call back to Huck’s faking his own death before setting off down the Mississippi River, or in this case, highway. Also like “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”, “Calling Out Your Name” is written in the first person, using a colloquial southern style that I’ve been working hard to shed since I moved to Wisconsin last year. It’s nice to see it appear fondly here, and White appropriately tosses in plenty of good ole’ southern analogies like “that there won’t amount to a peehole in Georgia clay!” or “I scurried away like a cat up a tree”. Much of it works well in support of the protagonist’s personality and lends a lighthearted luminance to some of the darker parts of the story. Woody’s brother, Tick, has a mild mental handicap that eventually lands him in juvenile detention after shoplifting from the local mall. Woody is relieved for a bit, enjoying the opportunity of living without the incessant responsibility of caring for both his brother and their aging aunt Zee. Then he gets word that a fire has reduced the facility to smoldering ruin and his brother is now on the lamb from the police, along with a friend of Woody’s who was also serving time, and both are suspected of having started it. This sends Woody on a cross-country adventure to find and retrieve both of them and clear their name. The story is constructed episodically, with Woody running into various characters who offer help in his mission in exchange for work or companionship. The adventures of Woody are not devoid of humor, but White seems to favor an introspective mood that more often confirms Woody in his moral decision to lie and evade police in favor of finding his brother. This also parallels Huck’s decision to go against societal rules by allying himself with an African American, and solidifies White’s novel as a successful update of Twain’s classic tale while still standing on it’s own right as well. “Calling Out Your Name” is a wonderful story, and maintains its integrity from beginning to finish, taking readers on a journey from one American coast to the next; from youth to manhood in a single arching stroke against a canvas with several layers. It’s a mystery tale, an adventure tale, a humorous tale, and a tale of growing up in the south. It has a breadth that is both broad and indelibly fine, making it a worthy comparison to its predecessor and a delightful inclusion for any book collection.
History of the Future Volume One: Raj Muherrin Chapter 1 by A.D. Odom History of the Future Volume One: Raj Muherrin Chapter 1 by A.D. Odom May 27, 2009 $0.99 4084 words Sample 50%
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The most reclusive science fiction/fantasy writer on the planet. Chief interests are the nature and personality of God and the quest for objective truth.
The Prophesy Rhymes of Tal Kator by Darren Shell The Prophesy Rhymes of Tal Kator by Darren Shell May 28, 2009 $2.99 32134 words Sample 25%
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Darren Shell started writing in the spring of 2005. His first effort was a simple story about Dale Hollow Lake for his daughter, who was then ten years old. “It was crude and simple, but heart-felt and tender,” Shell says. “It was a ghost tale about the making of Dale Hollow Lake and how they had to dig up old graveyards during the construction.” Several people ended up reading this first effort, and many more began asking for copies. Because this first story was so well received, Shell wrote a prequel to accompany it. The reception for this writing was as popular as the first. Building on that success, Shell wrote six additional short stories that all fit into the first. These were eventually combined into a comb-bound book he printed himself and then sold. This book was also published in perfect-bound form, but is now out of print. “To this day, I still get requests for that book,” Shell says. “I’ve sold more than 500 copies, and occasionally I still find the need to print one from my computer for a friend or family member.” After this success, Shell broadened his scope by writing a series of historical stories for local newspapers. This collection was then published in book form titled Stories From Dale Hollow, and sold close to one thousand copies. These stories prompted Shell to start his company, Gravedigger Tours. Each season, he gives guided “ghost” tours of the park in the center of Dale Hollow. “It’s a historical tour,” Shell says, “and my character, one of the lake’s old gravediggers from 1942 when the lake was made, tells all the tales. It’s a crowd favorite and has earned me the nickname ‘Gravedigger.’” In the fall, a full-fledged set of tours are set up and tourists and friends come from miles around to hear the Gravedigger’s storytelling. This is also a great time for Shell to sell copies of his books. Shell’s latest work, The Big Ones—The World Record Smallmouth Bass of Dale Hollow Lake, deals with a different type of lake history. The book tells of the controversy surrounding the number-one world record smallmouth bass, profiles the number two and three record holders, gives the reader a glimpse of the men behind the those catches and includes several fishing experts’ top 10 tips for catching smallmouth bass. Shell has also set aside 50 signed copies of the book for charity. Dubbed “Fishing For Charity,” Shell’s goal is to donate a total of $5,000 in charitable funds to charities chosen by the people buying the special books. Darren Shell lives and works at his family-run marina on Dale Hollow Lake in middle Tennessee.
The Prophesy Rhymes of Tolk's Tomb by Darren Shell The Prophesy Rhymes of Tolk's Tomb by Darren Shell May 28, 2009 $2.99 25021 words Sample 25%
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Darren Shell started writing in the spring of 2005. His first effort was a simple story about Dale Hollow Lake for his daughter, who was then ten years old. “It was crude and simple, but heart-felt and tender,” Shell says. “It was a ghost tale about the making of Dale Hollow Lake and how they had to dig up old graveyards during the construction.” Several people ended up reading this first effort, and many more began asking for copies. Because this first story was so well received, Shell wrote a prequel to accompany it. The reception for this writing was as popular as the first. Building on that success, Shell wrote six additional short stories that all fit into the first. These were eventually combined into a comb-bound book he printed himself and then sold. This book was also published in perfect-bound form, but is now out of print. “To this day, I still get requests for that book,” Shell says. “I’ve sold more than 500 copies, and occasionally I still find the need to print one from my computer for a friend or family member.” After this success, Shell broadened his scope by writing a series of historical stories for local newspapers. This collection was then published in book form titled Stories From Dale Hollow, and sold close to one thousand copies. These stories prompted Shell to start his company, Gravedigger Tours. Each season, he gives guided “ghost” tours of the park in the center of Dale Hollow. “It’s a historical tour,” Shell says, “and my character, one of the lake’s old gravediggers from 1942 when the lake was made, tells all the tales. It’s a crowd favorite and has earned me the nickname ‘Gravedigger.’” In the fall, a full-fledged set of tours are set up and tourists and friends come from miles around to hear the Gravedigger’s storytelling. This is also a great time for Shell to sell copies of his books. Shell’s latest work, The Big Ones—The World Record Smallmouth Bass of Dale Hollow Lake, deals with a different type of lake history. The book tells of the controversy surrounding the number-one world record smallmouth bass, profiles the number two and three record holders, gives the reader a glimpse of the men behind the those catches and includes several fishing experts’ top 10 tips for catching smallmouth bass. Shell has also set aside 50 signed copies of the book for charity. Dubbed “Fishing For Charity,” Shell’s goal is to donate a total of $5,000 in charitable funds to charities chosen by the people buying the special books. Darren Shell lives and works at his family-run marina on Dale Hollow Lake in middle Tennessee.
Finding Peace and The True Soul by Andrea Howells Finding Peace and The True Soul by Andrea Howells May 28, 2009 $4.99 13987 words Sample 10%
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Andrea Howells is a young lady with a great outlook on life. This 11-year-old from Northeast Pennsylvania has a love for reading, writing and creating new adventures.
The Evolution of An Identity: Indian American Immigrants from the Early 20th Century to the Present A Fictional Family History by Diya Das The Evolution of An Identity: Indian American Immigrants from the Early 20th Century to the Present A Fictional Family History by Diya Das May 28, 2009 $4.99 16122 words Sample 50%
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Diya Das was born in India on 24th September,1991. She is currently a senior at Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School at Kingston in northeast Pennsylvania. She lives in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania with her parents. A National AP Scholar and a member of Johns Hopkins University's Study of Exceptional Talent program since 2004, Diya attended the Pennsylvania Governor's School for the Sciences in the summer of 2007. She is currently the co-editor-in-chief of her school newspaper, The Opinator, and a member of her school's chorale and orchestra. In her free time, Diya figure skates and plays piano and violin.
Banto Carbon and the Prehistoric Proboscis by Arne Bue Banto Carbon and the Prehistoric Proboscis by Arne Bue May 30, 2009 $4.95 22567 words Sample 8%
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Arne Bue is a lifelong Alaskan, living in Anchorage, Alaska, with his wife, Shirley Bue, the author of Humble Snyder. Arne Bue is the author of The Lid, Baxter Bog Interlude, Night of the Tustumena and Banto Carbon and the Prehistoric Proboscis. http://home.gci.net/~bue/index.html