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Chimpanzees in Dungarees (Illustrated)	by Chris Whitfield Feb. 06, 2012	43716 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I am an accountant with a sense of humour, which most people consider a contradiction. I live in the UK on the Wirral with my wife and two bitches. That's a Border Terrier and a Cockapoo, in case you're thinking I'm living the life of an African tribe leader who believes he's a gangsta rapper. I have three grown up children but have never quite managed to grow up myself. At the age of eighteen, I was often mistaken for pop idol, Donny Osmond. Nearly four decades on and ravaged by time, the best I can now do in the look-a-like stakes is Richard Osman from BBC TV's Pointless. Osmond to Osman, how the mighty fall. Chimpanzees in Dungarees is my first published book. I can imagine there's already more than a few, hoping it's the last.
A Nightmare on Elm Street	by Amodio Tortora Feb. 04, 2012	1230 words	Read a sample
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The Horror Movies of 80's	by Amodio Tortora Feb. 02, 2012	3374 words	Read a sample
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Khaki Pants - A Vacation Story	by Chris Stralyn Jan. 27, 2012	2846 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Chris Stralyn never intended to be a writer. Short-order cook, security guard, safety officer, childcare provider, and teacher were all titles sheâ€™d worn â€“ but never writer. Then she entered an essay contest for â€œThe Worst Vacation Everâ€ and won. Writing became her new hobby, and soon she had several articles in print with local publications. This was followed by a short story, The Khaki Pants, which was published by RDR Publishing in an anthology that went on to sell over a million copies. A suspense thriller was her next undertaking, and in 2008 This Time You Lose was named a finalist in the TNBW Strongest Start Novel Competition. Four months later it earned the distinction of being a TNBW Readers Choice Top Ten Novel, and has remained on the Top Ten list ever since. Chris Stralyn continues to put pen to paper in her endeavour to appease the Muse within. She lives in Michigan with her husband and family.
Fast Fooled	by Darrel Miller Jan. 27, 2012	1374 words	Read a sample
Author bio: It is my hope to share something funny with you. I am currently trying to do that, enjoy. OH, and my profile picture LOOKS JUST LIKE ME. I am not kidding if you were looking for me using just this picture YOU WOULD FIND ME!!! Weird I know!!
MovieFreak	by Keith Helinski Jan. 24, 2012	76371 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Keith Helinski is currently a drudge at a local grocery store, slaving away for survival. He does a lot of reading and a lot of writing. Both helps him get by the harsh reality of life. Sure, life could be worse, but life could be better too - which is inspiration enough to write! Hopefully it's inspiration enough for you to read...
Indian bridegroom	by bala subrahmanyam kambala Jan. 21, 2012	10858 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I am Bala subrahmanyam Kambala. I am a software engineer. I do write novels as a hobby and my first novel is 'Indian bridegroom'. I like to do challenging things in life. Any one can excel in any skill. I always tries to excel in whatever I do :)
Honeycomb Sudoku Puzzles	by Ted Summerfield Jan. 19, 2012	399 words	Sample 60%
Author bio: During the last 30 years I've written news stories, sports stories, stories for children, puzzles, and plays for puppets. Many of my ebooks are color picture books for children, and include printable black and white pictures at the end of a story. Please visit my blog for the latest information on my ebooks, and any updates or changes or comments. Ted. PS: Please help stop cruelty to animals and support your favorite humane society or organization.
The Title Can't Say It All	by Luke Boyd Jan. 07, 2012	1144 words	Read a sample
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It's All About The Money	by Nick Comer Jan. 06, 2012	29753 words	Read a sample
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Posterized	by Andrew Larson Dec. 22, 2011	55684 words	Sample 15%
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The Unofficial Roku Channel Guide; Annotated - Jan - Feb 2012	by Smith & Smith Publishers Dec. 22, 2011	20900 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Smith and Smith Publishers publish ebooks. We edit, format, design covers, and market ebooks for Smashwords.com, Amazon.com and BarnesandNobel.com.
Chimpanzees in Dungarees	by Chris Whitfield Dec. 21, 2011	43715 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I am an accountant with a sense of humour, which most people consider a contradiction. I live in the UK on the Wirral with my wife and two bitches. That's a Border Terrier and a Cockapoo, in case you're thinking I'm living the life of an African tribe leader who believes he's a gangsta rapper. I have three grown up children but have never quite managed to grow up myself. At the age of eighteen, I was often mistaken for pop idol, Donny Osmond. Nearly four decades on and ravaged by time, the best I can now do in the look-a-like stakes is Richard Osman from BBC TV's Pointless. Osmond to Osman, how the mighty fall. Chimpanzees in Dungarees is my first published book. I can imagine there's already more than a few, hoping it's the last.
Dead Men Don't Walk	by Terry Ravenscroft Dec. 20, 2011	10410 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Terry Ravenscroft (1938- ) was born in New Mills, Derbyshire. He still lives there, with his wife Delma and his mistress Divine Bottom (in his dreams). He has written television scripts for, among others, Les Dawson, The Two Ronnies, Morecambe and Wise, Alas Smith and Jones and Not the Nine-o-clock News. He wrote many episodes of the situation comedy Terry and June and the radio series Star Terk Two. He now writes humorous books, 8 up to now and counting. The photograph is of the author when he was 25. He doesn't look a day older today.
Diary of a Procrastinator	by Alistair Grigsby Dec. 15, 2011	251 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Curmudgeon. Writer.
LitterÃ¤r omrÃ¶stning!	by BjÃ¶rn BjÃ¶rkegren Dec. 03, 2011	85 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I vÃ¤ntan pÃ¥ juridiskt korrekt bolagisering av Firma BjÃ¶rkegren Mat&Kultur i samarbete med SYNTES FÃ–RLAGSVERKSAMHET, Textkollektivet A-4:an samt Reservoar och Majorna Moisture, sÃ¥ lÃ¤gger jag ut nÃ¥gra kortare texter hÃ¤r. God lÃ¤sning pÃ¥ er allihop! /B
ZippityZern's Uncommon Nonsense - A Farmer's Almanac	by Linda Zern Nov. 25, 2011	5441 words	Read a sample
Author bio: On Tuesdays and Thursdays, I am a serious writer of serious literature full of serious themes, ideas, and symbols--also big words. On Wednesdays and Fridays, I tend to write seriously about lighter subjects. Having written a children's chapter book and written and illustrated an inspirational picture book, I am exploring the potential of e-pulishing. I am currently attending Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, where my professors encourage me to write seriously about serious and important ideas--also exploding coffins. They call my writing style "lively," which I suspect is another word for daffy.
Flying Starfish of Death: A Beach Slapped Humor Collection: 2008	by Barton Grover Howe Nov. 20, 2011	54761 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Barton Grover Howe is a high school teacher and humor columnist who has spent most of the last 10 years teaching, being a mascot and generally not being near as funny as he thinks he is. A former newspaper reporter, hotel manager, aquarium diver, stand-up comedian, forcibly retired Disney On Ice performer and professional mascot, Barton Grover Howe has combined his experiences and skills from all of those environments to create writing with a voice like no other. Living proof that you donâ€™t need hurricanes blowing the palm trees sideways to get beach slapped time and again. He currently resides in the only small town on the Oregon coast that has seven miles of coastline and not one boat dock. He is married to the most patient woman on earth and is father to the cutest daughter in the universe, who got all of her looks from her mother.
My Buddy	by Lee Carey Nov. 14, 2011	2055 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Sandy high-fives to you from Va. Beach. I've been writing novels and short stories since '99. My first published novel is for pet lovers of all ages. "Gabby...All About Me" is a story about an unpublished author who adopts an unwanted pooch...together they become an unbeatable team. My second pet novel "Pets In Paradise" is now out and I'll admit, it's the most fun write I've done. Heartwarming for all pet lovers. I live with my dear wife who fills the role of editor since she's a graduate of UNC. Her support and assistance makes writing much easier. We live on the beach in a small coastal area known as Sandbridge Beach. I enjoy writing, surfing, fishing, playing the drums, and spending time on the coast with my wife. My motto is: Keep smilin'...and paddle hard for every wave...it might be your best ride. My books are available here, Kindle, and Nook.
My 5 Memorable Haircuts	by Lee Carey Nov. 10, 2011	22327 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Sandy high-fives to you from Va. Beach. I've been writing novels and short stories since '99. My first published novel is for pet lovers of all ages. "Gabby...All About Me" is a story about an unpublished author who adopts an unwanted pooch...together they become an unbeatable team. My second pet novel "Pets In Paradise" is now out and I'll admit, it's the most fun write I've done. Heartwarming for all pet lovers. I live with my dear wife who fills the role of editor since she's a graduate of UNC. Her support and assistance makes writing much easier. We live on the beach in a small coastal area known as Sandbridge Beach. I enjoy writing, surfing, fishing, playing the drums, and spending time on the coast with my wife. My motto is: Keep smilin'...and paddle hard for every wave...it might be your best ride. My books are available here, Kindle, and Nook.
Joey Got Laid! A Short Tale of No Ordinary Party - Turds in the Punch Bowl	by Secret Sex Press Nov. 10, 2011	5664 words	Read a sample
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Teach Me Love	by Manie van der Westhuizen Nov. 03, 2011	5726 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I was born sixty one years ago in Pretoria,South Africa. I am honored to know that my life was extended to date with more than fifteen years. Three Coronary Bypass Operations during these fifteen years were all for the good and worth it. I am the owner of Mat516 Publishers in South Africa; author of various books. Most of all I live life and enjoy it.
Nonsense For Nothing	by Shane Lou Oct. 29, 2011	11803 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Shane Lou is the non-best-selling author of three humor books: "Nonsense For Nothing," "Shaneanigans" and "Shane Presents Shane's Empty Thoughts: Based On The Empty Thoughts Of Shane." He frequently writes amusing essays on his personal blog, imhavingalaugh.blogspot.com. Shane lives in New York with no wife, kids or pets. Follow Shane on Twitter at Twitter.com/MyEmptyThoughts. Please.
Mentally Irregular - Rantings of a Bitter, Lonely Son of a Bitch	by Ty McClenahan Oct. 13, 2011	29146 words	Read a sample
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Free Lottery Book	by Author Encoe Oct. 12, 2011	2632 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Real Estate, Stocks and Management
Talent Is Optional: Gamey Ruminations from Josh Mugginsâ€™s Blog-Like Thing 2008-2010	by Josh Muggins Oct. 08, 2011	32183 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Josh Muggins is the author of the Amazon Travel/Japan bestseller "How to Pick Up Japanese Chicks And Doom Your Immortal Soul" (2005), "Summer of Marv" (2009), and "Wussie: In Praise of Spineless Men" (e-book only, 2011). He and the long suffering Mrs. Muggins live in Japan.
The Two Ply Times - OverTheHill.com's Bathroom Reader	by PriveCo Inc. Oct. 03, 2011	3775 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Kindlerotica publishes free erotica for your kindle, Nook, iPad, or other e-reader. Kindlerotica takes advantage of the private nature of reading erotic stories on your Kindle. Unlike a regular book, your Kindle does not disclose its contents so you can privately and discreetly read anything you like. Reading erotic fiction on your Kindle is a wonderful and somewhat modern way to misbehave.
Movies Worth Watching	by Les Broad Sep. 30, 2011	4038 words	Read a sample
Author bio: That picture isn't me. It's my much-loved Border Collie bitch, who I lost to a spinal tumour in April 2011. She deserves this memorial. I was born a very, very long time ago, very close to my mother in England. Now I live in Wales, which isn't England but is part of the UK. I've written all sorts of stuff, but mostly science fiction. It's sort of believable sci-fi - maybe it can't happen today, but might tomorrow, you know? The sci-fi novels are all on the theme of 'first contact' and the first one is being given away free. You'll have to pay for the others. Sorry. I've got other novels, short stories and things that are supposed to be funny too but whether they are is your decision, right? Some of the books are based on real incidents - I know they are, because they happened to me. There are five in total, I've released two, two are being tidied up and the last one won't be finished for a while yet. If you read one, remember it all happened to me and that I don't mind being laughed at. I'm used to it. A while back I released a free book, 'Top Of The Shop'. (If you're a writer you might want to read it. I'll say no more.) I've since released another one, 'Tea, Drums And Speed'. So now the first sci-fi novel is free, 'Top Of The Shop' is free, and there's a free volume of short stories. I must be mad, giving this stuff away. Mind you, it hasn't stopped me giving away a book of political thoughts. If you're from Wales, or British, or even interested in Welsh politics, it might be worth reading. There's also a free book about some films that appeal to me. You might find it interesting but I thought it would be a bit cheeky to want money for it. Have it on me. There's one little thing I don't understand. Of everything I've put on this site, I think the stories in 'Swift Shifts' are the funniest, yet it's the title that's looked at least often. Why is that, do you think? After a gap of several months I've now added a new three-story volume of funny stories. To balance this, there's a thoroughly miserrable one on its way! A word or two about my pricing strategy might be worthwhile. A lot of people on this site (and I apologise if I've got this wrong) quote prices that are just a bit cheaper than you'd see in a bookstore. I don't do that. Ebooks don't have production or distribution costs, so why should you, the book buyer, have to pay even a tiny share of something that doesn't exist? Isn't it better to spend, say, $3 on three little books than on just one? I want you to enjoy what I've written, and at a realistic cost to you that I can live with. Simple, isn't it? I'll add to this from time to time - there's no point saying everything at once, is there? You'd have no need to come back, would you?
The 4 Types of Artists â€“ Starving, Dying, Dead, and Rich!	by Shafali The Caricaturist Sep. 16, 2011	1937 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I am a caricaturist. A caricaturist is someone who creates a humorous effect by distorting reality through selective exaggeration. I am exactly what the definition says. I use words and drawings to distort reality for outlining the humor that usually stays hidden in incidents and in faces.
The 5 P's of Creativity	by Shafali The Caricaturist Sep. 13, 2011	1737 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I am a caricaturist. A caricaturist is someone who creates a humorous effect by distorting reality through selective exaggeration. I am exactly what the definition says. I use words and drawings to distort reality for outlining the humor that usually stays hidden in incidents and in faces.
I'm a Real American	by Rodney Ohebsion Sep. 10, 2011	7776 words	Read a sample
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Critique Circle	by E L Russell Sep. 09, 2011	648 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Enos L. Russell, Ph.D., educated in mathematics, trained in research, has spent several years as a corporate consultant for emerging technologies and as an online instructor. His writings reflect an eclectic interest in the impact new technologies may impose on individuals and social groups. His latest research into programming genetic code (Epigenetics) and brain development has led to the COHORT novels.
Metric Time	by Brian Borgford Sep. 06, 2011	623 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Canadian currently living and working in Doha, Qatar. Much of my writing is reflective of my personal experiences. I also like to write intelligent fantasy with a twist. I was a big fan of the Twilight Zone and some of my fiction takes on that flavour. Watch this site for more ebooks in the near future.
The Rogues Manual	by Katie Gatto Sep. 05, 2011	5967 words	Read a sample
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Lee Iacocca The Baby Boomer And My Mustang '64	by Robert Chapin Aug. 29, 2011	2418 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
Chavs, Chuggers and Choo Choo Trains: Blogservations on life and its many f***ing irritants.	by Robert Clear Aug. 28, 2011	27626 words	Read a sample
Author bio: I'm a twenty-nine year old writer from London. When I'm not shaking my fist at my rickety laptop I'm busy trying to remember how to write using pen and paper. I grew up reading Greek myths. In fact they were such a big part of my literary diet that until the age of nine I can hardly remember digesting anything else. Thus, after an upbringing saturated with murder, intrigue and blood feuds (all of a literary variety, of course), I decided to put my hand to writing a novel. The result is The Cambridge List, an ever-so English tale of gods, sex and death amidst the ivory towers of Cambridge University. Bringing the Greek gods to life on the page turned out to be rather fun, and having discovered that dark humour and epic killing sprees go rather well together I'm currently working on the sequel. If you think the idle musings of a personage such as myself are likely to amuse you, they can be found in agonising detail on my blog. If, however, you prefer ramblings of a more pithy variety you can read them on Twitter.
The Radio Announcer And The Horse Dovers (Hors D'oeuvres)	by Robert Chapin Aug. 26, 2011	2068 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
The Cat And The Mad Lobster	by Robert Chapin Aug. 25, 2011	2524 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
The Roller Coaster	by Lee Carey Aug. 24, 2011	2578 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Sandy high-fives to you from Va. Beach. I've been writing novels and short stories since '99. My first published novel is for pet lovers of all ages. "Gabby...All About Me" is a story about an unpublished author who adopts an unwanted pooch...together they become an unbeatable team. My second pet novel "Pets In Paradise" is now out and I'll admit, it's the most fun write I've done. Heartwarming for all pet lovers. I live with my dear wife who fills the role of editor since she's a graduate of UNC. Her support and assistance makes writing much easier. We live on the beach in a small coastal area known as Sandbridge Beach. I enjoy writing, surfing, fishing, playing the drums, and spending time on the coast with my wife. My motto is: Keep smilin'...and paddle hard for every wave...it might be your best ride. My books are available here, Kindle, and Nook.
Twinkies And The 8th Grade Prom	by Robert Chapin Aug. 21, 2011	2450 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
Simple Word Find - Sports Edition	by K Lenart Aug. 20, 2011	7864 words	Read a sample
Author bio: My story is a bit dramatic. I entered self-publishing when my wife and I faced a triple-threat life changing series of events. She was diagnosed with cancer & lost her job at the same time. I was self-employed, but took time off from projects to care for her. When I tried to work again after her treatments were complete, the economy had tanked and I was only 10% busy. We suffered financially for the better part of 3 years and came within a hair of losing our house. Thankfully in late 2010 things started to turn around. They're still pretty dicey, but I'm trying to stay optimistic and I keep plugging away at this publishing "second career" to try to make ends meet. Anyway, I've been at it for a few years now and have a small portfolio of offerings. Hopefully you're here reading this because you find one or more of them interesting. I thank you for all your support from the bottom of my heart. P.S. If I'm being brutally honest, my latest book "What Really Happened?" which was co-authored with two other talented writers is the best effort yet. It's truly funny, meaty, and professionally edited/presented. If you like intellectual humor, you can't go wrong with that.
The Chuck-It List	by Steven Bennett Aug. 19, 2011	5712 words	Read a sample
Author bio: Steve Bennett was born in Boston and has remained literary ever since, even after moving to Southern California where he lives, with his family, in Julian.
Basic Training And The Accidental Pink Underwear	by Robert Chapin Aug. 15, 2011	2452 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
The Sergeant & The Chevrons	by Robert Chapin Aug. 14, 2011	2654 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
Barn Dances, Country Dances & Ceilidhs	by Paul Hurst Aug. 14, 2011	3517 words	Read a sample
Author bio: A musician since the late 1970s, band leader and event organiser since the early 1980s, agent in the 1990s and a magician from the mid 2000s. Probably the only musician to have been booked to play on, in and under the English channel, or to have delivered a collapsible igloo to a Chinese Elvis impersonator. Creator of the 'Mousetrap of Doom' magic routine.
Eight questions to ask yourself before you book a band	by Paul Hurst Aug. 14, 2011	4368 words	Read a sample
Author bio: A musician since the late 1970s, band leader and event organiser since the early 1980s, agent in the 1990s and a magician from the mid 2000s. Probably the only musician to have been booked to play on, in and under the English channel, or to have delivered a collapsible igloo to a Chinese Elvis impersonator. Creator of the 'Mousetrap of Doom' magic routine.
Low-down London Love Ballads	by shoreditch boy Aug. 04, 2011	4928 words	Read a sample
Author bio: shoreditch boy writes grotesque lyrical ballads and fuked-up fairytales on age-old themes of thwarted love, broken dreams and estate agency. he has gigged at Latitude, Nozstock, Camden Crawl and Edinburgh Festival, including sell-out shows at Gilded Balloon and Assembly Rooms. His debut collection of London-centric comical verse LOW-DOWN LONDON LOVE BALLADS includes such hits as Shoreditch Boy, King Neb, the Â£10 one, Soho Gypsy Rose Seller and The Sensimilia Song! "An extraordinarily strong and original voice...brave, clever, confident and articulate" - The Stage. "Comically surreal" - Metro. â€œPick Of The Fringe 2008 ****" www.shoreditchboy.blogspot.com
The Day I Burned The Outhouse Down	by Robert Chapin Aug. 02, 2011	1307 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
Bristol's Rexall Pharmacy	by Robert Chapin Aug. 01, 2011	1916 words	Read a sample
Author bio: No stranger to writing, acting and singing, in 2006, Bob was chosen to play Charles Ryan in the Kent Brown Summer Love series â€œARE WE THERE YET?â€ A summer theatre production by The Falls Run Players of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was Bobâ€™s first acting role and his performance earned him the best actorâ€™s award for 2006. A hidden talent also become apparent when Bob was selected to sing John Travoltaâ€™s Summer Nights from the smash hit â€œGreaseâ€. He is also a member of The First Baptist Church of Bonita Springs, FL where he has been actively involved in the choir for the past 6 years - and his tenor voice has allowed him to produce over a half dozen Christian songs by Randy Travis Following an impressive career with U.S. Airways, Bob retired in 2000 and has devoted much of his time to producing ORPHANS OF THE MOURNING, his first novel about a soldier in Vietnam who eventually becomes the first Vietnam veteran President of The United States. This book is currently available in the e-book format from Barnes & Noble. Bob was thrust into the nationwide scene in 1983 with his nationally acclaimed Vietnam poster poem The Wall, a statement about the emotional pain and anger of Vietnam - frrlings and sentiments he was not permitted to express while in uniform, but once discharged, a trip to The Wall evoked his deep personal feelings. The Wall was displayed in The White House in 1983 and as a result received instant success when President Ronald Reagan personally honored Bob for his contribution to all Vietnam Veterans. To date, tens of thousands of copies have been sold. Bob has also recently finished his second novel, MURDER IN OGUNQUIT a mystery which takes place in the small New England coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine known as â€œA Beautiful Place By The Seaâ€. In addition to his full length novels, Bob is offering a series of his â€œfolksyâ€ down to earth short stories at no charge for your enjoyment here on Smashwords, and it is the authorâ€™s desire that you will consider purchasing his novels after a brief sampling. Prior to his assignment in Vietnam in 1967, Bob served 16 months in Frankfurt Germany as a civilian with the U.S. Armyâ€™s prestigious unit; The 513th Military Intelligence Group as a Top Secret Cryptographer In Vietnam he was assigned to the First Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 13th Signal Battalion and was awarded The Purple Heart for wounds received in action in addition to The Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Bob and his wife Maureen reside in Fredericksburg, VA in the summer months and winter in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL.
Protect Yourself from Mind Control	by M.E. Brines Aug. 01, 2011	1616 words	Read a sample
Author bio: The author, M.E. Brines, spent the Cold War assembling atomic artillery shells and preparing to unleash the Apocalypse (and has a medal to prove it.) But when peace broke out, he turned his fevered, paranoid imagination to other pursuits. Designer of more than twenty sci-fi wargames and The Struggle of Nations play-by-e-mail game (all available at www.MEBrines.com) he spends his spare time scribbling another steampunk romance occult adventure novel, which despite certain rumors absolutely DOES NOT involve time-traveling Nazi vampires! A member of the British Society for Psychical Research, he is a long-time student of the occult, a committed Christian, and author of two dozen books, e-books, chapbooks and pamphlets on esoteric subjects such as Alien Abduction, Alien Hybrids, UFOs, Conspiracies, Mind Control the Falun Gong, esoteric Nazism, the Knights Templar, astrology, magick, the Bible, the spear of Longinius and Christian discipleship. His work has also appeared in Challenge magazine, The Traveller Chronicle, Midnight Times, The Outer Darkness, Tales of the Talisman, and The Willows magazine. I'm often asked how I square Christianity and "messing around" with the occult, as if I'm partial to bestial things with a goat under the amber light of the moon or something. No so. I'm a student, in the same way I used to study Soviet weapons and tactics back when I was a US Army officer. This gives my work a unique perspective no matter what your belief system. I don't judge, just present the information and let the reader decide.

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