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Nocturnal: A Christopher Lance Thriller by L. Jerome Word Nocturnal: A Christopher Lance Thriller by L. Jerome Word March 31, 2012 98293 words Read a sample
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Born near Nashville, Tennessee, after bouncing around the Midwest and Deep South, the author now resides in Jackson, Tennessee with his wife. At night, during those nocturnal hours, he writes, but during the day he ‘makes a living’. His next Christopher Lance Novel will be available summer of 2012.
Over the Miami Sky by Aa. Goldstarr Over the Miami Sky by Aa. Goldstarr March 30, 2012 2970 words Read a sample
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Aa. Goldstarr is a versatile writer in Thrillers, Mysteries and Police books. With a deep sense of analysis and a charismatic writing, he got noticed since the moment he seriously began to write for a public. Effective sense of formula and strong sentences are the main ingredients of his works where he takes the reader in his pictured universe.
The Shooting by Glenda Yarbrough The Shooting by Glenda Yarbrough March 30, 2012 1702 words Read a sample
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Hurricane: A Short Story by R. Narvaez Hurricane: A Short Story by R. Narvaez March 28, 2012 8108 words Read a sample
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Intense Retribution by M14 Intense Retribution by M14 March 27, 2012 68027 words Read a sample
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The Last Kiss by George Blum The Last Kiss by George Blum March 25, 2012 3061 words Read a sample
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George lives with his wife Rebecca in Southern California; they have three daughters. He's a legal article writer by day, and fiction writer (and occasional stage actor) by night. George, after graduating from law school at University of California--Hastings, worked as a litigation attorney for a number of years. This background comes into play in his recent novel, Murder on Retreat. George is presently writing a novel which is also set in the legal world, an environment which is always challenging, often unpredictable, and sometimes dangerous.
Don't Fall For That Trick: A Book Cases Mystery Short Story by Chris Well Don't Fall For That Trick: A Book Cases Mystery Short Story by Chris Well March 24, 2012 17673 words Read a sample
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Novelist Chris Well writes laugh-out-loud suspense and mystery fiction. An award-winning magazine writer and editor, Chris is the editor of FamilyFiction, a comprehensive website, weekly newsletter, and digital magazine for readers of Christian fiction. He and wife Erica make their home in Tennessee.
Buried In Benidorm by L.H. Thomson Buried In Benidorm by L.H. Thomson March 23, 2012 70475 words Read a sample
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L.H. Thomson is a long-time Canadian journalist. He lives in Edmonton, Alberta with his wife Lori and their six pets.
Exile by Stuart Nealon Exile by Stuart Nealon March 22, 2012 16996 words Read a sample
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I have been writing since 2002 and work on poetry, fiction and journalism.
Shoegazer by Ronald DeStefano Shoegazer by Ronald DeStefano March 20, 2012 69383 words Read a sample
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Author of the end of the world romance, Say Nothing or Say Anything, as well as the existential mystery, Shoegazer. I also play guitar in a band called KiD EVERyTHiNG.
Paved With Good Intentions, Volume 1 by Erick Burgess Paved With Good Intentions, Volume 1 by Erick Burgess March 20, 2012 22246 words Read a sample
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My name is Erick Burgess. I am the author of three books. Under Abnormal Conditions, Mask of Shadows & Darker Than Night. After studying Psychology at Southeastern Louisiana University, I worked as a Probation and Parole Officer for ten years. My upcoming third novel, Darker Than Night, won the Bronze Medal in the Fiction Category of the Readers Favorite Award.
WANTED: The Roaming Mortician by Idabel Allen WANTED: The Roaming Mortician by Idabel Allen March 19, 2012 19976 words Read a sample
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Idabel Allen is the author of smart, compelling and fantabulous fiction including Headshots, a short story collection, and two soon to be published novels. Adverse to all things things mediocre, mundane, or simply put, garbage, Idabel's fiction incorporates Bradbury's imagination, Steinbeck's compassion, O'Conner's bite, Welty's humor and Faulkner's genius. Originally from Tennessee, Idabel migrated north to attend the prestigious Iowa Writers Workshop and has been ice jammed in Iowa ever since. Read more about Idabel at www.idabelallen.com.
Nostradamus II by Aa. Goldstarr Nostradamus II by Aa. Goldstarr March 18, 2012 2972 words Read a sample
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Aa. Goldstarr is a versatile writer in Thrillers, Mysteries and Police books. With a deep sense of analysis and a charismatic writing, he got noticed since the moment he seriously began to write for a public. Effective sense of formula and strong sentences are the main ingredients of his works where he takes the reader in his pictured universe.
CAUTION: Tram Approaching by Philip Johnson CAUTION: Tram Approaching by Philip Johnson March 18, 2012 77445 words Read a sample
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About Philip Johnson Philip Johnson was born in Colorado where he spent his early years. He graduated from a military school in Missouri and attended Northwestern University before serving in the Marine Corps, which included a tour of duty with the American Forces Radio and Television Service, Far East Network. Johnson finished his post secondary education with a BS degree from Metropolitan State University of Denver and completed two graduate level management programs at the University of Colorado, Boulder. In addition to his native Colorado, Johnson has lived at various times on both coasts, the Midwest and the Rocky Mountain region. He and his wife currently reside in the Pacific Northwest. Johnson is a member of the Public Safety Writers Association and is a Volunteer for the Boise, ID Police Dept.
Murder, She Wanted To Write by Dmytro Shynkarenko Murder, She Wanted To Write by Dmytro Shynkarenko March 18, 2012 2195 words Read a sample
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Dmytro Shynkarenko is a young promising author from Ukraine. He is 20 (in 2011) and lives in Kremenchuk, Poltava region. Dmytro Shynkarenko studies in Kremenchuk Flight College. Mr. Shynkarenko is fond of comedy genre. His favorite TV sitcoms are "Get Smart", "I Dream Of Jeannie", "I Love Lucy" and "Weird Science". The addiction to the best humor shows helps him to create best humor possible.
Devilskin - Novisode 2 - Bones Shall Fall. by N.M. Damack Devilskin - Novisode 2 - Bones Shall Fall. by N.M. Damack March 17, 2012 22387 words Read a sample
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Kailan and the Legend of Ardal - Free Preview: the first 23 chapters by Vladimir Alperovich Kailan and the Legend of Ardal - Free Preview: the first 23 chapters by Vladimir Alperovich March 15, 2012 23350 words Read a sample
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Big Trouble in Little Boots - From the Misadventures of Butch Quick by Genius Publishing Big Trouble in Little Boots - From the Misadventures of Butch Quick by Genius Publishing March 12, 2012 11471 words Read a sample
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The Call at 3:18 am by Paul Telegdi The Call at 3:18 am by Paul Telegdi March 12, 2012 30145 words Read a sample
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BIO: Nearing retirement, I now have more time to devote to writing (and if I don’t, I squeeze the day until there is a space/time to crawl into). Over the past 15 years, I have worked on 15 books, three of which (of the Dreamcast series) are self-published. My website, http://www.PaulTelegdi.ca gives a full account of my life and accomplishments, which I shall not repeat here. The thumbnail version: I was born in Hungary; when young immigrated to Canada with my family, attended University of Waterloo, Ontario, where I met my wife. Spent years in West Germany where my wife was studying music while I was learning German. Returning to Canada, we ended up on a farm in Ontario with pets. Long-time married, I boast of three sons with talent and personality. Presently I am office manager of my wife’s private practice of psychology. I like kayaking and windsurfing. I belong to a number of writers’ groups, and often choose writing over sleeping. eBooks are an exciting new chapter in my life and I’m looking forward to the wider exposure. My motto: Want a better life? Then write it!
You'll Never Walk Alone by Saul Moon You'll Never Walk Alone by Saul Moon March 10, 2012 3031 words Read a sample
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My writing genres are mystery and crime, with a little bit of romance, of course. 'The Scorpian Visitant' is an epic fantasy / mystery novel in which sixties teenagers Robbie Higgins and Louise Carlton travel to medieval Oakwood to find the Death Stone of Izar. On their fantastic Odessey they find love and the reality of their mysterious origins... I also write short stories. ‘Switch’ a romantic mystery has been very well received since its publication as a free e-book on Smashwords. ‘Vacant Possession’ is a short story about a poltergeist that moves from haunting a house to possessing the estate agent who is selling the property. Another short story 'You'll Never Walk Alone' concerns a man who is too scared to tell his wife that he is about to lose his job. With little prospect of employment and many debts his family faces disaster. The tale twists at the end where the fate of protagonist meets that of the boss who persecutes him. Currently I am working on my Lucy Harlow crime short stories. The first 'Oxygen Restriction' sees our budding detective embroiled in a story of fetish and murder. This was published on Friday 20 April. The next three 'TV Torment', 'Opera Flowers' and 'Summer Soldier' are written and see our feisty young private detective on the trail of the worst kind of of serial murderers. 'Northern Star' - a blackmail story with a twist - has been completed. These stories will be published throughout 2012, with 'TV Torment' out on 19 May. Another important story for me features a central character in Oxygen Restriction, David Black. 'Double' is the story of a sucessful man haunted by his double. A disturbing mystery out in the summer. Please feel free to contact me on Twitter or Facebook. I have also have a blog, see the hyperlink. Regards and best wishes Saul
Devilskin - Novisode 1 - Monster Makers. by N.M. Damack Devilskin - Novisode 1 - Monster Makers. by N.M. Damack March 10, 2012 8796 words Sample 20%
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Dani Hayward, P.I.: The Richard Clark Case by Ellie Smith Dani Hayward, P.I.: The Richard Clark Case by Ellie Smith March 09, 2012 18809 words Read a sample
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Ellie has been writing short stories and novels for more than 20 years. She is well known for her stories... but only with her family and closest friends. Only recently has she decided to venture into the world of ebooks and electronic publishing.
Hijos de la Siega by Bill Jimenez Hijos de la Siega by Bill Jimenez March 09, 2012 54225 words Read a sample
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Sci-fi writer from Barcelona, Spain. Creator of the hardboiled fantasy novel "Hijos de la Siega".
An Hollywood Fragrance by Aa. Goldstarr An Hollywood Fragrance by Aa. Goldstarr March 07, 2012 1981 words Read a sample
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Aa. Goldstarr is a versatile writer in Thrillers, Mysteries and Police books. With a deep sense of analysis and a charismatic writing, he got noticed since the moment he seriously began to write for a public. Effective sense of formula and strong sentences are the main ingredients of his works where he takes the reader in his pictured universe.
Blood Frenzy - The Night Stalker Crew Series Book 4 by Alina Meuangkhot Blood Frenzy - The Night Stalker Crew Series Book 4 by Alina Meuangkhot March 03, 2012 103044 words Read a sample
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Alina Meuangkhot is a 24 year old writer. She is blind and hard of hearing. She picked up writing about a year ago after sitting around doing nothing after graduating from high school in 2007. She turns her own imagination into stories and she has been doing that ever since she found out writing things down and reading it later was very intriguing especially if that something comes from your own head. Now she has been sharing her writing with the world to enjoy. ------ Have ideas, suggestions, questions? Please shoot me an email at alina8807@gmail.com. I like to hear from you. :) Please be sure to put NSC in the subject line so you don't end up in my trash or spam folder. :) Other than that, I hope you enjoy! :D
Dani Hayward, P.I.: The Joshua Franklin File by Ellie Smith Dani Hayward, P.I.: The Joshua Franklin File by Ellie Smith Feb. 26, 2012 16459 words Read a sample
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Ellie has been writing short stories and novels for more than 20 years. She is well known for her stories... but only with her family and closest friends. Only recently has she decided to venture into the world of ebooks and electronic publishing.
Blaze Of Glory by Dakota Douglas Blaze Of Glory by Dakota Douglas Feb. 25, 2012 4529 words Read a sample
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I'm a retired journalist who is now turning my hand to writing books. I've started with short stories to test the water. Many of my storylines come in dreams. The melody for the famous Beatles' song "Yesterday" came to Paul McCartney in a dream. So maybe I'll dream a bestseller. My first book was created on a toy typewriter when I was 10 and my dad did the illustrations. He was best at drawing elephants and that started a life-long passion for collection elis of all shapes and sizes. I now have a massive herd of ornaments, clothing and jewellery. I play golf badly, am a jewellery maker extraodinaire, and am learning Lakota Sioux. I don't know anyone else who is around here so I will probably have to talk to myself...so what's new. I also speak "Doo Da". ie: "You know who I mean...doo da", "Can you pass the...doo da?"
Vacant Possession by Saul Moon Vacant Possession by Saul Moon Feb. 24, 2012 3572 words Read a sample
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My writing genres are mystery and crime, with a little bit of romance, of course. 'The Scorpian Visitant' is an epic fantasy / mystery novel in which sixties teenagers Robbie Higgins and Louise Carlton travel to medieval Oakwood to find the Death Stone of Izar. On their fantastic Odessey they find love and the reality of their mysterious origins... I also write short stories. ‘Switch’ a romantic mystery has been very well received since its publication as a free e-book on Smashwords. ‘Vacant Possession’ is a short story about a poltergeist that moves from haunting a house to possessing the estate agent who is selling the property. Another short story 'You'll Never Walk Alone' concerns a man who is too scared to tell his wife that he is about to lose his job. With little prospect of employment and many debts his family faces disaster. The tale twists at the end where the fate of protagonist meets that of the boss who persecutes him. Currently I am working on my Lucy Harlow crime short stories. The first 'Oxygen Restriction' sees our budding detective embroiled in a story of fetish and murder. This was published on Friday 20 April. The next three 'TV Torment', 'Opera Flowers' and 'Summer Soldier' are written and see our feisty young private detective on the trail of the worst kind of of serial murderers. 'Northern Star' - a blackmail story with a twist - has been completed. These stories will be published throughout 2012, with 'TV Torment' out on 19 May. Another important story for me features a central character in Oxygen Restriction, David Black. 'Double' is the story of a sucessful man haunted by his double. A disturbing mystery out in the summer. Please feel free to contact me on Twitter or Facebook. I have also have a blog, see the hyperlink. Regards and best wishes Saul
This Stays Buried by Jeremy Brown This Stays Buried by Jeremy Brown Feb. 24, 2012 4271 words Read a sample
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Write books. Play outside. Read a lot. Stay curious. Author of: CRIME FILES: FOUR-MINUTE FORENSIC MYSTERIES SUCKERPUNCH HOOK AND SHOOT
L'individu en jeu by Jean-David Sigaux L'individu en jeu by Jean-David Sigaux Feb. 24, 2012 43686 words Read a sample
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Breakfast In Paris by Graeme Cameron Breakfast In Paris by Graeme Cameron Feb. 22, 2012 971 words Read a sample
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Graeme Cameron is the author of almost three short stories, two country songs and literally dozens of angry emails, including such classics as This Doesn't Taste Like Chicken, The Car You Sold Me Is On Fire, and the hilarious and moving Re: Restraining Order (You Don't Get Rid Of Me That Easily). His debut novel A Temporary Derangement is due for release in March 2012. Graeme lives in Norfolk with a wife and various small children and animals.
Barry Hargrove Case of the Lunar Orchids by Bob Nailor Barry Hargrove Case of the Lunar Orchids by Bob Nailor Feb. 22, 2012 7573 words Read a sample
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Author of "Three Steps: The Journeys of Ayrold" and "2012: Timeline Apocalypse." I am also a contributing author to a multitude of books including: Mother Goose is Dead, Dead Set: A Zombie Anthology, Complete Guide to Writing Science Fiction-Vol 1, A Firestorm of Dragons, Nights of Blood 2 (which I co-edited also), 13 Nights of Blood, Companion Guide to Writing Fantasy and many others. I am a retired federal government employee, giving up control of the computers for the Eastern half of Michigan's federal court system. Now I write full time, and enjoy traveling and spoiling my grandchildren. I tend a garden, both vegetable and flower, and putter around the house to keep my wife busy cleaning up after me.
A Moon Light Walk by Michael Wolf A Moon Light Walk by Michael Wolf Feb. 21, 2012 4645 words Read a sample
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Michael Wolf has been living in Manhattan for several years now. It wasn't more than a few months ago that he decided to start shaving his Love of NYC and Writing. As a result of this "revelation", the website you know now as MichaelWolf.Co.Uk was birthed. Having had the chance to go on an adventure with Michael Wolf himself has brought me to a whole new perspective and understanding of NYC and how it could be lived in. It was like living inside of his mind and experiencing life as Michael for a day. Manhattan will never look the same again. After many of our discussions I had learned how most of his writing came to be, and the process he undergoes to produce his work. "It is my goal to share all that I have and love with the world; I wan't to make everyone smile and show people that no matter how bad life can be, you can still smile and have a good time. I don't want anyone to know who I am, I just want to show…"
Bluegums (Lucien Caye Private Eye Story) by O'Neil De Noux Bluegums (Lucien Caye Private Eye Story) by O'Neil De Noux Feb. 19, 2012 6674 words Sample 10%
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O’Neil De Noux writes in many genres, primarily realistic crime fiction, strong on setting, mostly New Orleans, featuring the accurate dialogue of the streets. He also writes scintillating erotica. His publishing credits include Eight novels, six short story collections and over 300 short stories. From contemporary to historical, De Noux uses several recurring characters in his New Orleans stories and novels: NOPD Homicide Detective John Raven Beau (21st Century); NOPD Homicide Detective LaStanza (20th Century); Private-eye Lucien Caye (1940s) and NOPD Detective Jacques Dugas (1890s). A primary theme in De Noux’s fiction is the effect of violence on victims and their families as well as the sometimes debilitating effect of violence on law enforcement officers, private-eyes and their loved ones. As a former private-eye and currently a police investigator, De Noux knows his subject well. De Noux’s stories span from mystery to mainstream, literary, suspense, thriller, science-fiction, fantasy, horror, erotica, humor, westerns, children’s fiction as well as cross-genre stories – erotic-detective, science-fiction mysteries and the like. O’Neil De Noux’s “The Heart Has Reasons” (Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine, September 2006) won the Private Eye Writers of America’s prestigious SHAMUS AWARD for BEST SHORT STORY 2007. The SHAMUS is given annually to recognize outstanding achievement in private eye fiction. In 2009, the Short Mystery Fiction Society awarded the Derringer Award for Best Novelette to another Lucien Caye story, “Too Wise” by O’Neil De Noux (which appeared in Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine’s November 2008 Issue). The Derringer Award is given annually to recognize excellence in the mystery short form.
Black Woods by Laura Wright LaRoche Black Woods by Laura Wright LaRoche Feb. 18, 2012 40057 words Read a sample
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I'm a native of Noblesville, Indiana where I was born in 1968, but spent my childhood in the small town of Shoals and my current residence is Linton, Indiana. I come from a loving home and as the youngest of six children, probably enjoyed being the “baby” a little more than I should. I'm a self motivator with many titles of interest, including: Fine Arts Artist, Digital Art designer, Photographer, Author, Rock Carver, Avid Mushroom hunter and the one I hold dearest - Mom.
The Twin Towers by Aa. Goldstarr The Twin Towers by Aa. Goldstarr Feb. 15, 2012 2280 words Read a sample
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Aa. Goldstarr is a versatile writer in Thrillers, Mysteries and Police books. With a deep sense of analysis and a charismatic writing, he got noticed since the moment he seriously began to write for a public. Effective sense of formula and strong sentences are the main ingredients of his works where he takes the reader in his pictured universe.
I’m Going To Die Eight Days From Now by Richard Sanders I’m Going To Die Eight Days From Now by Richard Sanders Feb. 13, 2012 7975 words Read a sample
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I worked as an Executive Editor at Entertainment Weekly for 11 years and (in two separate stints) at People magazine and people.com for 12 years. I often speak to young journalists and try to use myself as an example for inspiration—a guy who spent time in jail, rehab and a psych ward and somehow went on to become a successful editor at Time Inc. and managed to keep himself sane and alive. I’ve tried to reflect those experiences in these books My wife, Laurie, and I live in Garden City, N.Y..
The Ask by Richard Sanders The Ask by Richard Sanders Feb. 12, 2012 2555 words Read a sample
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I worked as an Executive Editor at Entertainment Weekly for 11 years and (in two separate stints) at People magazine and people.com for 12 years. I often speak to young journalists and try to use myself as an example for inspiration—a guy who spent time in jail, rehab and a psych ward and somehow went on to become a successful editor at Time Inc. and managed to keep himself sane and alive. I’ve tried to reflect those experiences in these books My wife, Laurie, and I live in Garden City, N.Y..
Maynard Soloman Solves the War on Drugs (Funny Detective Stories #1) by Benjamin Sobieck Maynard Soloman Solves the War on Drugs (Funny Detective Stories #1) by Benjamin Sobieck Feb. 12, 2012 5150 words Read a sample
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Benjamin Sobieck is the author of the forthcoming crime novel "Cleansing Eden" and numerous flash fiction pieces. His professional journalism career spans newspapers, magazines, television, websites and books. Sobieck is currently an online editor for six national magazines with an international media company. He has a degree in journalism and a minor in creative writing from St. Cloud State University, Minnesota. He and his wife reside in Minnesota.
Screams Along The Sky by Richard Sanders Screams Along The Sky by Richard Sanders Feb. 11, 2012 9225 words Read a sample
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I worked as an Executive Editor at Entertainment Weekly for 11 years and (in two separate stints) at People magazine and people.com for 12 years. I often speak to young journalists and try to use myself as an example for inspiration—a guy who spent time in jail, rehab and a psych ward and somehow went on to become a successful editor at Time Inc. and managed to keep himself sane and alive. I’ve tried to reflect those experiences in these books My wife, Laurie, and I live in Garden City, N.Y..
Switch by Saul Moon Switch by Saul Moon Feb. 11, 2012 3269 words Read a sample
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My writing genres are mystery and crime, with a little bit of romance, of course. 'The Scorpian Visitant' is an epic fantasy / mystery novel in which sixties teenagers Robbie Higgins and Louise Carlton travel to medieval Oakwood to find the Death Stone of Izar. On their fantastic Odessey they find love and the reality of their mysterious origins... I also write short stories. ‘Switch’ a romantic mystery has been very well received since its publication as a free e-book on Smashwords. ‘Vacant Possession’ is a short story about a poltergeist that moves from haunting a house to possessing the estate agent who is selling the property. Another short story 'You'll Never Walk Alone' concerns a man who is too scared to tell his wife that he is about to lose his job. With little prospect of employment and many debts his family faces disaster. The tale twists at the end where the fate of protagonist meets that of the boss who persecutes him. Currently I am working on my Lucy Harlow crime short stories. The first 'Oxygen Restriction' sees our budding detective embroiled in a story of fetish and murder. This was published on Friday 20 April. The next three 'TV Torment', 'Opera Flowers' and 'Summer Soldier' are written and see our feisty young private detective on the trail of the worst kind of of serial murderers. 'Northern Star' - a blackmail story with a twist - has been completed. These stories will be published throughout 2012, with 'TV Torment' out on 19 May. Another important story for me features a central character in Oxygen Restriction, David Black. 'Double' is the story of a sucessful man haunted by his double. A disturbing mystery out in the summer. Please feel free to contact me on Twitter or Facebook. I have also have a blog, see the hyperlink. Regards and best wishes Saul
Microrelatos de misterio by Enrique Ramón Maestro Microrelatos de misterio by Enrique Ramón Maestro Feb. 11, 2012 1972 words Read a sample
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Loose Ends by Jeanette Raleigh Loose Ends by Jeanette Raleigh Feb. 10, 2012 1719 words Read a sample
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Jeanette Raleigh is an artist and author who has spent most of her life at some creative pursuit. Whether painting a castle or writing a novel, Jeanette enjoys the playful aspects of creation and strives to make worlds where others feel at home.
Natural Causes by James Oswald Natural Causes by James Oswald Feb. 09, 2012 113895 words Read a sample
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James began writing comic scripts because he couldn't think of anything better to do. Since then he has written prose in many genres, from SF and Fantasy, through urban fantasy and thrillers on into crime. Natural Causes, his first adventure with Edinburgh-based Detective Inspector McLean, was short-listed for the CWA Debut Dagger in 2007. Its sequel, The Book of Souls was short-listed in 2008. Down the years, James has held a bewildering number of jobs to feed his writing addiction, from international carriage driving competition course builder to web application designer for agricultural research. Nowadays he can be found roaming the hills of North East Fife, where he farms 350 acres, raising Highland Cattle and Romney Sheep.
Jeremy the Germ, Planetary Crime Fighter by Ben Vanguarde Jeremy the Germ, Planetary Crime Fighter by Ben Vanguarde Feb. 09, 2012 10804 words Read a sample
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Extreme Malice by Ray Swirsky Extreme Malice by Ray Swirsky Feb. 06, 2012 56671 words Sample 50%
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Born in 1960 in the small town of Kimberley in British Columbia, Ray has always been a great fan and participant in the field of the arts. After moving to Calgary in the early eighties to attend technical college, Ray began to indulge in many fields of the arts from painting, photography and writing. Ray never began his writing career until he was in his early forties and has since authored a number of books; His first book, The Bluffington Four is already available at amazon.com and numerous other online retailers all over the world. The Cabinet (A wolf's Tale) is a short, written in simple prose. Some may enjoy this short read, some may not, as the writing style is meant to be awkward and sometimes simple. Just released this February 2012 is Ray's first murder mystery novel, Extreme Malice. If you could create the perfect murder and get away with it, would you? A young university student is charged with murder. His guitar string is wrapped around her neck. His shoe prints are left at the scene. Her earrings found under his bed. Her husband hundreds of miles away. But what really happened...? Ray is working on two more novels. The first is about a disfunctional family struggling with the fallout after both parents suddenly pass away and a fight over the assets ensues, eventually uncovering the possibility that one of the deaths was no accident. Release date fall 2012. The second novel also due to be released in the fall of 2012 covers the circumstances of two young boys who savagely murder their parents. The boys plead gulity to what they've done but will not reveal why. The two soon escape the detention centre and the hunt is on for the two as they seek shelter and cover in the forests along the Rocky Mountains as they fight their way back to their home in Bluffington where the murders took occurred. What really happened in that house and why were the boys so determined to go back to that house at all costs? If reading fiction novels with a bit of sci fi, mystery, and romance appeals to you, then I hope you take the opportunity to enjoy The Bluffington Four. If it's detective murder stories, then Extreme Malice is a much faster paced novel but still a warning for some content may be disturbing to some readers. I am also sure Ray would love to hear any feedback that you would care to offer.
nightmares by Munkhjin Enkhtaivan nightmares by Munkhjin Enkhtaivan Feb. 05, 2012 2888 words Read a sample
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No Cause to Die For by David Dilley No Cause to Die For by David Dilley Feb. 05, 2012 68139 words Read a sample
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I grew up in the 60s and spent most of my teenage years playing in rock-n-rolls groups and experimenting with hallucinogenic drugs. I attended college in several locations but after earning over 166 credit hours I never obtained a degree because I changed majors 8 times. Through several people I had known I came to work and live at the PTL property run by the Bakers in South Carolina. After the public downfall of the PTL organization I begin working in the computer field and wound up in a high paying corporate job. I spent 10 years with a major telecommunications company, but was eventually laid off and had to scramble to find work. After the millennium I built a computer service business but watched it fail during the economic downturn. In the most recent past I have lived in a camper at several national parks and on a friend’s property but have not really had a permanent address for at least the last 10 years of my life.
The Rostikov Legacy by Charlotte E. English The Rostikov Legacy by Charlotte E. English Feb. 04, 2012 25978 words Read a sample
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Born and raised in England, Charlotte now lives in the Netherlands with her partner and two cats. She is an avid reader of fantasy and science fiction and has been writing stories and scripts in the genre since her teenage years.
THE HOMELESS MURDERS by Bert Brun THE HOMELESS MURDERS by Bert Brun Feb. 02, 2012 4777 words Read a sample
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Retired oceanographer. Also worked as a high school teacher, rubber plantation inspector in Sumatra, and fisheries administrator in New Zealand. Bachelor and master degrees in science from New York state universities. First got the writing bug while in college and have published four books in last 10 years plus three plays produced. Lived in eight states, most recently in Alabama, with wife four dogs and seven cats.