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Gerty and the Doesn't-Smell-Like-a-Melon by Mary E. Lowd Gerty and the Doesn't-Smell-Like-a-Melon by Mary E. Lowd Nov. 29, 2011 You set the price! 2264 words Sample 15%
Snuffle-snorting around the melon patch one day, Gerty finds something that does not smell like a melon. This story originally appeared in Golden Visions Magazine and was nominated for an Ursa Major Award for Best Short Fiction in 2010.
Stargazer by Miguel Conner Stargazer by Miguel Conner May 02, 2011 You set the price! 82264 words Sample 40%
After living in the shadows for centuries vampires have finally gained dominance over the Earth by instigating a nuclear holocaust that has blotted out the sun. Humans are now treated as animals, kept in concentration camp-like farms. Byron, the MoonQueen's favorite "creation", is assigned the task of stopping an insurrection at one of the human farms. Instead, he will find his divine destiny.
Parchment Of Passion: Lissette 2 by A.H. Scott Parchment Of Passion: Lissette 2 by A.H. Scott Aug. 06, 2011 Free! 3136 words Sample 30%
Lissette's training continues and she comes through with vivid colors...
Poems from the Heart by Angeleque Ford Poems from the Heart by Angeleque Ford May 09, 2010 You set the price! 5678 words Sample 20%
Poems from the Heart is a collection of poems that can be looked at as a diary of my heart. It's about the journey down the road called love, through life with the heart as a metaphysical entity on paper. It is an open, honest, joyful and sometimes painful look at - love, life, relationships and sex.
Cuentos y relatos breves by Abril Mejias Romero Cuentos y relatos breves by Abril Mejias Romero April 02, 2011 Free! 14 words Sample 20%
1 cuento de hadas y 2 relatos breves de muy buena tinta (encantada)
Night Crossing by Mike Bennett Night Crossing by Mike Bennett Jan. 25, 2012 Free! 4376 words Sample 20%
Meet Underwood and Flinch as they cross the Mediterranean on a foggy night. Are they being followed? And if so, by whom? And who should be more worried, the hunter or the hunted? A vampire short story that whets the reader's appetite for the novel, "Underwood and Flinch".
There Really Was a Johnny Appleseed by ted clarke There Really Was a Johnny Appleseed by ted clarke July 12, 2010 You set the price! 45388 words Sample 20%
Folk legend Johnny Appleseed was a real person, John Chapman, born in Leominster, MA and brought up in Longmeadow, MA. His bursiness plan took him to Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana where he set up apple orchards for settlers who were coming, and served as a missionary too. Ted Clarke separates fact from legend in bringing you the true story of this great but mysterious figure.
See Tom Run by Scott Wittenburg See Tom Run by Scott Wittenburg Dec. 21, 2009 Free! 76083 words Sample 25%
Tom Grayson returns home from an errand to discover that his family has mysteriously disappeared. Prior to this discovery, he has been tormented with guilt by a secret that only he and a former lover share. In a desperate search to find his missing family, Tom embarks on a journey that can only be described as surreal as he becomes an unwitting detective with a mission: to set the record straight.
Ever Onward Under Other Skies, Vol. 1 by Horizons Upward Bound Ever Onward Under Other Skies, Vol. 1 by Horizons Upward Bound Sep. 04, 2011 Free! 914 words Sample 20%
Narratives from the lives of Pontiac and Detroit teens through a poetic lens.
The Cockroach Palace & Stories by Daniel de Souza The Cockroach Palace & Stories by Daniel de Souza Nov. 08, 2011 You set the price! 122991 words Sample 20%
Dropped by a major publisher for revealing the dubious tactics of the DEA, the book and collection of short stories tell of the 12 years an Englishman spent imprisoned in Turkey for cannabis. Fast moving and full of horrific details, the book has been praised for its humour and compassion
Curran: Volume I by Ilona Andrews Curran: Volume I by Ilona Andrews July 12, 2010 Free! 9769 words Sample 50%
This isn't a short story or a novella. This is a collection of scenes written by Gordon Andrews as a companion to our Kate Daniels series of books. These scenes illustrate the point of view of Curran, the Beast Lord of Atlanta and are provided in gratitude to our readers for all of their support. This collection isn't meant to stand on its own as an independent work of fiction.
Guide for Cancer Supporters by R. A. Bloch Cancer Foundation Guide for Cancer Supporters by R. A. Bloch Cancer Foundation Nov. 30, 2011 Free! 24785 words Sample 20%
Richard Bloch, co-founder of H & R Block, Inc., was diagnosed with lung cancer in 1978 and told he had 90 days to live. After 2 years of strenuous treatments he was completely cured. He and his wife, Annette, wrote this step-by-step guide to help you help your relative or friend fight cancer. This guide will help you understand the facts about cancer, its probable effects on the patient and...
Diary for a Day, 23 April 2011 by Chudleigh Writers Diary for a Day, 23 April 2011 by Chudleigh Writers March 04, 2012 You set the price! 5868 words Sample 20%
As part of the CHUDFEST Literary Festival in July 2011, Chudleigh residents were asked to keep a diary for a day - St George's Day, Saturday 23 April. It was also Easter Saturday. This book tells the story of just one day through the eyes of some of the people who live in this small Devon town.
Four Short Erotic Stories by Kira Shinigami Four Short Erotic Stories by Kira Shinigami May 02, 2012 Free! 14972 words Sample 20%
Follow the stories of: Serena, Alice, Lilyanna, and Abigail, as they look for what they want, sex, sex, and more sex.
From Lookout by Amanda McTigue From Lookout by Amanda McTigue May 17, 2012 Free! 2146 words Sample 20%
Short Fiction. In this oblique psychological study, a woman contemplates her ruined life somewhere in the mountains of Appalachia. Fragmented thoughts bring a contemporary rhythm to her narrative voice (at once stark and lyrical) as she leaves home, making her way toward an altogether darker place.
A Cup of Coffee and a Kiss by Richard H. Schweitzer A Cup of Coffee and a Kiss by Richard H. Schweitzer Nov. 30, 2011 You set the price! 6785 words Sample 20%
A man's weaknesses catch up to him and have their way with him, plunging him into an elaborate delusion that betrays him to his own fears and regrets.
I Am Coming, Volume 5 by Susan Davis I Am Coming, Volume 5 by Susan Davis Jan. 12, 2012 Free! 86863 words Sample 50%
This Is Volume 5 of The Prophetic Book Series, I AM COMING. This Series Contains Urgent Messages From God The Lord Jesus, God The Father, and God The Holy Spirit, about the soon Rapture and Tribulation. And how to prepare to be ready.
Guide to Creating Luck & Opportunities by Matt Kinsella Guide to Creating Luck & Opportunities by Matt Kinsella Feb. 13, 2012 Free! 4667 words Sample 20%
Key steps to success from the author of How To Be Lucky. A concise guide reflecting on the key points and advice on making your own luck and entrepreneurship contained in Matt Kinsella's book How To Be Lucky. Strategies developed by Matt as he transformed his own life from homeless teenager to successful entrepreneur.
National Title: The Unlikely Tale of the NAIB Tournament by Danny Stooksbury National Title: The Unlikely Tale of the NAIB Tournament by Danny Stooksbury Oct. 26, 2010 You set the price! 50472 words Sample 20%
“National Title: The Unlikely Tale of the NAIB Tournament” is an archeological dig through the history of collegiate athletics. It details the origins of America's oldest collegiate national championship and the foundation of character-driven athletics. The NAIB (NAIA), began by Emil Liston and Dr. James Naismith, surpassed the NCAA in membership in just 10 years, and smashed color barriers.
The Apostle Paul: His Career and Theology by Edwin Walhout The Apostle Paul: His Career and Theology by Edwin Walhout Feb. 26, 2011 You set the price! 21615 words Sample 20%
A short survey of his career and theology.
In Search of Nectar by Kirkus MacGowan In Search of Nectar by Kirkus MacGowan Jan. 25, 2012 Free! 4880 words Sample 50%
A humorous short story. Just when Wilburn G. Walsh thinks his destiny as an accountant is set in stone, a high-ranking Gnome official gives him an offer he can't refuse.
Goodmans Hotel by Alan Keslian Goodmans Hotel by Alan Keslian Dec. 23, 2009 You set the price! 83434 words Sample 100%
Mark chooses love over money when he leaves his highly paid job in the City to set up a gay hotel. The new life of openness and honesty he hoped to find is threatened when secrets from his lover’s past are exposed. The novel is a modern tale of gay men struggling to separate right from wrong against a social background in which more tolerant attitudes are held back by intractable prejudice.
The Miracle at Red Hill by Write-a-Book-in-a-Day The Miracle at Red Hill by Write-a-Book-in-a-Day Oct. 17, 2011 You set the price! 3712 words Sample 20%
Drake Greene is an old, mean curator who talks to things in his museum. Alexis Spencer is a beautiful young reporter with long blonde hair and an eye for adventure. Her Alsatian called Mitzi can never stay out of trouble and when she meets up with Drake in an old town in the outback, Egyptian scarab beetles, feral cat trappers and spiritual objects all combine for a roller-coaster read.
Les marches d'Odessa by Lundi Les marches d'Odessa by Lundi Aug. 06, 2011 You set the price! 853 words Sample 10%
Après l'abaissement de la note des États-Unis par S&P, quels vont être les actes de la pièce de théâtre qui va se jouer ? Et que nous réserve le dernier acte ?
Super Fred and his Sidekick, Super Charlotte by Jack Ghastly Super Fred and his Sidekick, Super Charlotte by Jack Ghastly May 17, 2012 Free! 887 words Sample 20%
Fred and Charlotte are just normal kids until an attack by the Evil Doctor backfires and they gain super powers. Dedicated to stopping the Evil Doctor and his evil plans, Fred and Charlotte use their new super powers to fight back. But who will win if the Evil Doctor has a secret weapon?
Would you remember Me by Lynette Ferreira Would you remember Me by Lynette Ferreira June 10, 2011 Free! 1917 words Sample 10%
She is fifteen years old, contemplating suicide and in her darkest hour she writes a letter.
He by Mitzi Yates He by Mitzi Yates Feb. 12, 2012 Free! 451 words Sample 20%
Observation of a moment in time through the eyes of a seventeen year old girl. Humorous.
Beanie Wiener by S. Dunlap Beanie Wiener by S. Dunlap July 07, 2011 Free! 1574 words Sample 100%
Beanie Wiener is a grumpy little dachshund that wants desperately to be a bigger puppy. The arrival of a new little sister changes Beanie's world. She develops a relationship with her little sister while learning that size isn’t necessary to be a big part of someone’s life.
Of Grandfathers and Paradoxes by David Garlock Of Grandfathers and Paradoxes by David Garlock Oct. 26, 2010 You set the price! 19456 words Sample 50%
Once a promising young physicist poised for greatness, Melvin Turner settled for a dull, mediocre life teaching high school science. In addition, since childhood, he has profoundly hated his grandfather, having witnessed the man's constant abuse of his grandmother. When Melvin's old college professor gives him a time machine, he sees an opportunity to make everything better.
VALIDEZ DE LAS ESCRITURAS PIBLICAS by Alex Romano VALIDEZ DE LAS ESCRITURAS PIBLICAS by Alex Romano Sep. 04, 2011 You set the price! 52394 words Sample 20%
Las notarías, sobre todo de las ciudades metrópoli, requieren de agilidad porque las mismas necesidades de tiempo merecen una revisión de la Ley en la Función Legislativa, para que vaya acorde al sentido de desregularización de los viejos esquemas legales que vienen sufriendo serias modernizaciones y procesales como es el caso de la Ley Notaria que requiere de cambios urgentes.
Damage Control by Timothy Gilbert Damage Control by Timothy Gilbert May 01, 2011 Free! 58318 words Sample 20%
When a Mexican drug lord sets his sights on celebrity money manager, Peter Hansen, a quiet terror is unleashed across suburban New Jersey. As Peter's investment business morphs into a money laundering center for drug lord Julio Viola, friends, family and clients get caught in the wake. Once the money laundering outfit begins to unravel, the murder toll rises and Peter must act swiftly and harshly.
2066 by Peter A. Brandt 2066 by Peter A. Brandt March 10, 2012 Free! 68941 words Sample 25%
Simon Camp was never thrilled about living underground during this ice age but when the old shaman came to town and instructed him to take a journey on the earth's surface to find his daughter, Simon knew his life would change forever.
Bacterial Vaginosis Treatment - Home Treatment Report by Geraldine Mayfair Bacterial Vaginosis Treatment - Home Treatment Report by Geraldine Mayfair Dec. 18, 2010 You set the price! 3869 words Sample 20%
There are 100% safe and natural bacterial vaginosis cures available that you can get at your local super market.
The Legend of Karel Tate by Samuel Z Jones The Legend of Karel Tate by Samuel Z Jones Nov. 26, 2011 Free! 5100 words Sample 25%
During the long wars, Ava was the concubine of the Headsman of Vale, the Imperial General Karel Tate. Years later, when she is free and happy, Ava must confront her fears and face again the man she once called master.
When I Met Crazy in the Morning: Mae's Tale by Melinda McGuire When I Met Crazy in the Morning: Mae's Tale by Melinda McGuire July 12, 2011 Free! 2144 words Sample 15%
Short story based on the characters in the novel Josephine: Red Dirt and Whiskey. Told from the point of view of Mae, Josephine's neighbor, who tries to determine if Josephine is dead or alive the morning after her wreck.
UPS! Ebook Buyers Beware by Piso Mojado UPS! Ebook Buyers Beware by Piso Mojado Jan. 07, 2012 You set the price! 3743 words Sample 20%
"Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndropwllllandysiliogogogoch" is the book I have recently published. "UPS! Ebook Buyers Beware" takes the reader behind the scenes of that unprecedented project to an understanding of the factors an e-writer must consider and how, on occasion, a horrible outcome can be overlooked by even the most conscientious of writers.
The Wheels of God's Throne (The Heavenly Visions of Daniel and Ezekiel) by G. Thomas Windsor The Wheels of God's Throne (The Heavenly Visions of Daniel and Ezekiel) by G. Thomas Windsor Sep. 13, 2010 You set the price! 22357 words Sample 50%
In this book the author takes a fresh biblical approach to one of the most mysterious areas of Scripture: What really are "Ezekiel's Wheels" ? Why are there wheels in Daniel's vision of the throne? Throughout the ages God's throne, the cherubim, and the wheels have invoked many questions. Explore the mystery, be challenged by the message. (Book made available for free,donations accepted)
Theocratic Gems by Judy Drysdale Theocratic Gems by Judy Drysdale July 11, 2009 You set the price! 20623 words Sample 50%
Poems and short stories of a Theocratic Nature. Inspiring!
Sixteen: Backwoods by Chris Gilbreath Sixteen: Backwoods by Chris Gilbreath Jan. 07, 2012 Free! 9479 words Sample 30%
After being captured in Nashville, Sixteen finds himself allied with the murderous outlaws known as the Wild Bunch and on the run from the law and the National Guard. Their uneasy and fragile alliance is tested to its limit when they are flung headling into a desperate rescue mission in the deep backwoods from which none are guaranteed to survive.
The Interview by J.P. Yager The Interview by J.P. Yager March 26, 2012 Free! 4536 words Sample 20%
Haden Maxwell is scared someone knows he’s been dealing drugs. He is directed to go to a diner where he meets a mysterious woman who knows all about his dark past and informs him he must make an impossible choice. The path he walks from then on brings him to the man who ruined his life and a past he thought he had buried.
CHALLENGING THE MEASURING OF WORD by Jeton Kelmendi CHALLENGING THE MEASURING OF WORD by Jeton Kelmendi March 05, 2011 You set the price! 7134 words Sample 20%
Biograpye: Jeton Kelmendi was born in 1978 in the City of Peja, Kosova. He completed elementary school in his birth place. Later he continued his studies at the University of Prishtina and received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Mass communication. Currently he completed his graduate studies at the Free University of Brussels, specialising in International and Security Studies.
CHALLENGING THE MEASURING OF WORD by Jeton Kelmendi CHALLENGING THE MEASURING OF WORD by Jeton Kelmendi March 05, 2011 You set the price! 7134 words Sample 20%
Biograpye: Jeton Kelmendi was born in 1978 in the City of Peja, Kosova. He completed elementary school in his birth place. Later he continued his studies at the University of Prishtina and received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Mass communication. Currently he completed his graduate studies at the Free University of Brussels, specialising in International and Security Studies.
CHALLENGING THE MEASURING OF WORD by Jeton Kelmendi CHALLENGING THE MEASURING OF WORD by Jeton Kelmendi March 05, 2011 You set the price! 7134 words Sample 20%
Biograpye: Jeton Kelmendi was born in 1978 in the City of Peja, Kosova. He completed elementary school in his birth place. Later he continued his studies at the University of Prishtina and received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Mass communication. Currently he completed his graduate studies at the Free University of Brussels, specialising in International and Security Studies.
3 Simple Steps to Effective Music Marketing (TheBuzzFactor.com Presents) by Bob Baker 3 Simple Steps to Effective Music Marketing (TheBuzzFactor.com Presents) by Bob Baker July 13, 2009 You set the price! 2061 words Sample 40%
Does the thought of promoting, marketing, and selling your music make your head hurt? It doesn't have to be that way. The most successful artists have learned to get comfortable with self-promotion. When it comes right down to it, every music marketing activity falls into one of three categories. The trick is understanding how they work together -- and making sure you spend time on each one.
Shock & Intrigue 4 by Joseph St.Claire Shock & Intrigue 4 by Joseph St.Claire Dec. 18, 2010 You set the price! 7841 words Sample 7%
A series of science fiction Short Stories involving twisted tales across time.
Bathed in Blood: The Transfiguration of Ruxandra cel Rău by Alex O'Connell Bathed in Blood: The Transfiguration of Ruxandra cel Rău by Alex O'Connell Nov. 26, 2011 You set the price! 14744 words Sample 30%
A short story (circa 15,000 words) prequel to The Whitechapel Vampire… dare you bear witness the genesis of a vampire dynasty? Meet the monster who would haunt later ages as Jack the Ripper and his daughter, yet more terrifying and depraved, Ruxandra cel Rău.
Star Reader by Nova Chalmers Star Reader by Nova Chalmers July 31, 2011 You set the price! 3300 words Sample 20%
A Kitten Knights Paranormal Tale: A spoiled psychic is abducted and forced to make a prediction that will rock her world forever.
Damsel in This Dress by Chantale Reve Damsel in This Dress by Chantale Reve March 27, 2011 Free! 225 words Sample 100%
Snapshots through verse capture an erotic encounter between strangers on a restless urban night. For Adults Only
Seven Visitations from God, Twelve Revelations from Heaven by Kevin Hofsas Seven Visitations from God, Twelve Revelations from Heaven by Kevin Hofsas July 07, 2009 You set the price! 45094 words Sample 100%
What was it like to see the impossible--Father God’s face? Exodus 33:20. It happened because Kevin awakened his luminosity years before God's grace saved him. Kevin also describes Jesus' voice, feeling time in a Holy Ghost trance, being possessed by Christ, walking with God's High Priest Melchisedec, seeing an angel, an elder of heaven, using strength of Samson, the tongue of an angel, and more.
Daddy, Then by Chantale Reve Daddy, Then by Chantale Reve March 27, 2011 Free! 453 words Sample 100%
Too old to be "Daddy's little girl," a middle-aged woman has more questions than answers as she reminisces about decades gone by and emotions gone wrong. Contains Strong Language