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The Thing by Charles Harvey The Thing by Charles Harvey May 23, 2012 2013 words Sample 25%
Satire, fantasy, and future come together in this short story. The THING is weird in its truth. It should make you laugh in spells, but at the end you might wonder if you recognize this dysfunctional nation and some of its leaders.
Everyone Loves Chocolate by Jon Sindell Everyone Loves Chocolate by Jon Sindell May 22, 2012 1532 words Read a sample
In this excerpt from the novel The Mighty Roman, Roman Meister, the manager of the San Carlos Coyotes, discovers that while everyone may like chocolate, not every black ballplayer necessarily enjoys being called “Chocolate.”
Pumpkin King by J.C. Kosterman Pumpkin King by J.C. Kosterman May 22, 2012 1867 words Read a sample
A short story in which a young girl is forced to listen to a murderer reminisce over his kills.
Useless Skin by Jameson Kowalczyk Useless Skin by Jameson Kowalczyk May 21, 2012 2066 words Read a sample
A teenage girl sunbathes on a beach, recalling the summers of her childhood, and the overheard conversation that ended it.
The Home of the Trekkers by Jon Sindell The Home of the Trekkers by Jon Sindell May 21, 2012 1975 words Read a sample
In this excerpt from the novel The Mighty Roman, the San Carlos Coyotes of the independent Cal Hairy League meet the Tulare Trekkers and their spindly graybearded mascot Pathfinder. Holla! Walloo!
Quick Reads: The Librarian's Tale by Ed Rehkopf Quick Reads: The Librarian's Tale by Ed Rehkopf May 20, 2012 3320 words Read a sample
A fortuitous discovery in the library solves a longstanding small town mystery.
Light Tower Power by Jon Sindell Light Tower Power by Jon Sindell May 18, 2012 965 words Read a sample
In this short adapted from the novel The Mighty Roman, Roman Meister, a gargantuan former minor-league home run champ and manager of the sub-minor-league San Carlos Coyotes, takes his mighty bat THOR in hand to put on a show for his eighteen-year-old charges.
Hospital Story by Earnest Long Hospital Story by Earnest Long May 17, 2012 24266 words Read a sample
Hospital story is about the tragedy of wasting time and wasting your life doing nothing much. The book is set in a mental hospital where nothing much happens and the doctors and nurses are not bothered about discharging the patients. Can someone find a second wind? This book is about hope. Hope bureaucracy is not always the monster it sometimes is. Change really is possible.
From Lookout by Amanda McTigue From Lookout by Amanda McTigue May 17, 2012 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.
The Bartending Stories (Lea's Story) by Marlene Plasencia The Bartending Stories (Lea's Story) by Marlene Plasencia May 17, 2012 1163 words Read a sample
A collection of short plays based on the humorous, suspenseful, disturbing and even altruistic stories related from alcohol-consuming customers to their bartenders.
Filthy Secret Books Issue Two by FilthySecretBooks Filthy Secret Books Issue Two by FilthySecretBooks May 16, 2012 13669 words Read a sample
FilthySecretBooks publishes any story involving relationships, including the good times, the bad times, the ugly, the straight, the gay, or anything in between.
Burial Instructions by Elissa Ambrose Burial Instructions by Elissa Ambrose May 16, 2012 35003 words Read a sample
An impossible choice between tragedy and murder, the consequences of an upside-down corpse, eyes too young to see a crime so vile, an altercation with a refrigerator door--death has many stories. This collection features 8 tales of the bitter end. One of them could be yours.
El León by Jon Sindell El León by Jon Sindell May 16, 2012 653 words Read a sample
Baseball fans, has your team ever had a closer you just couldn't stand? Meet El León.
The lily by Aglaia Bouma The lily by Aglaia Bouma May 16, 2012 1056 words Read a sample
After a car accident a woman visits her seriously injured daughter in hospital.
De lelie by Aglaia Bouma De lelie by Aglaia Bouma May 16, 2012 1072 words Read a sample
Na een verkeersongeval bezoekt een vrouw haar zwaargewonde dochter in het ziekenhuis.
Dismantle by Michael McDonald Dismantle by Michael McDonald May 15, 2012 2654 words Read a sample
A week is a long time in politics. In diary format, one political candidate chronicles his drastic change of fortune as he goes from the potential Prime Minister to a pariah within his own party.
Bag Daddies by Greg Rohloff Bag Daddies by Greg Rohloff May 15, 2012 17545 words Read a sample
Four desperate guys, a bag of stolen diamonds, a plan to get them to a fence. What can go wrong?
Play / Bdsm: Walkthrough by Jess C Scott Play / Bdsm: Walkthrough by Jess C Scott May 15, 2012 7413 words Read a sample
The Play / Bdsm Anthology by Jess C Scott is a collection of Bdsm-themed contemporary short stories. Play / Bdsm: Walkthrough is a freebie mini compilation. In this promotional eBook, Jess talks about the themes and inspirations behind her (non-pornographic Bdsm-themed) project. Genre: Education (Reference / Commentary) * * * Length: 5,800 Words * * * By author/artist/non-conformist, Jess C Scott
Bad Romance (Seven Deadly Sins): Walkthrough by Jess C Scott Bad Romance (Seven Deadly Sins): Walkthrough by Jess C Scott May 15, 2012 7067 words Read a sample
The Bad Romance Anthology is a pop culture inspired short story collection, which links star-crossed lovers to each of the seven deadly sins. In this promotional eBook, Jess C Scott talks about the themes and inspirations behind her (unintentionally satirical) project. GENRE: Education (Reference / Commentary) * * * LENGTH: 5,400 Words * * * By author/artist/non-conformist, Jess C Scott
Naked Heat: Walkthrough by Jess C Scott Naked Heat: Walkthrough by Jess C Scott May 15, 2012 7293 words Read a sample
The Naked Heat Anthology by Jess C Scott is a collection of incubus and succubus stories. Naked Heat: Walkthrough is a freebie mini compilation. In this promotional eBook, Jess talks about the themes and inspirations behind her incubus/succubus themed project. GENRE: Education (Reference / Commentary) * * * LENGTH: 5,500 Words * * * By author/artist/non-conformist, Jess C Scott
Quick Reads: The Night Train by Ed Rehkopf Quick Reads: The Night Train by Ed Rehkopf May 14, 2012 3620 words Read a sample
A hobo determines to leave the life on the night train heading south.
Quick Reads: Kindred Spirits by Ed Rehkopf Quick Reads: Kindred Spirits by Ed Rehkopf May 13, 2012 1467 words Read a sample
Two elderly woman friends on a bike path make an indelible impression on a young jogger.
Wrongway Dave by Jose Rodriguez Wrongway Dave by Jose Rodriguez May 13, 2012 2962 words Read a sample
Dave is paralyzed by terror every time he jumps out of an airplane. Despite a string of bad jumps that make Frank, his instructor, ground him out of concern for his life, Dave finds ways to keep on trying to get that one turning point jump that will free him from his terror and botched performances. Skydiving is unforgiving of errors, and Dave makes plenty of those.
The Chicken Whisperer by MM Wake The Chicken Whisperer by MM Wake May 13, 2012 1349 words Read a sample
A short story regarding one special boy and his affinity with nature.
Tarot by Nils Horn Tarot by Nils Horn May 13, 2012 18975 words Read a sample
The Tarot is a 78-sheet set of maps that will be used for psychological purposes, and oracle. The Tarot encourages self-reflection and strengthen your own wisdom.
Wendal, His Cat, and the Progress of Man by V. Campudoni Wendal, His Cat, and the Progress of Man by V. Campudoni May 12, 2012 2637 words Read a sample
Wendal lives in a very big civilization called Mankind. His job, in this civilization, is to do nothing. One day Wendal's cat disappears and Wendal sets forth in search of her and finds that a great darkness has come to possess Mankind. An illustrated novel.
Crossroads by Cristian Mihai Crossroads by Cristian Mihai May 10, 2012 1141 words Read a sample
"His chest felt heavy, his legs tired. Dead leaves rustled under his feet. Nailed to the sky, the moon’s sardonic smile quivered among a cluster of cold stars. His body just a coffin for his soul, Robert seemed to take every footstep with infinite precaution, as if fearing that the dirt road would swallow his feet."
Martyr's Dream by Neil Hetzner Martyr's Dream by Neil Hetzner May 10, 2012 76330 words Read a sample
Two gay priests struggle to reconcile duty and desire. The choices they make over the course of twenty years ripple out, twisting them and those they touch into an ever more tangled web of secrets, betrayal, and revenge.
My favorite sin: Alternate Version 1 by Mirvan Ereon My favorite sin: Alternate Version 1 by Mirvan Ereon May 07, 2012 1167 words Read a sample
for Sandalphon The first kiss is always the sweetest. And the most sinful? In case you are wondering who is that yummy guy in the photo, that is MEEEEE! =P yes, it's unbelievable but a young gay Filipino writer as sexy as that really exists =P
Let's Say You Live In A Galaxy 100-Light Years Away by Richard Sanders Let's Say You Live In A Galaxy 100-Light Years Away by Richard Sanders May 07, 2012 1729 words Read a sample
Who killed JFK? Did Hitler really commit suicide? Was Kurt Cobain murdered? I didn’t think we’d ever answer those questions, until I met a savant physicist who could unlock memories coded in DNA and bring dead time alive. The results were world shaking, to say the least. Too bad the secrets in his own past were just as mysterious, just as deadly.
Moving On by Robin Gilbert Moving On by Robin Gilbert May 04, 2012 1134 words Read a sample
What are we but voices, inside a madman’s head?
American Compromise by Ryan Chase American Compromise by Ryan Chase May 04, 2012 66881 words Read a sample
Steven Matthews is a middle-aged man working a job that he doesn't mind. He lives a content life until a young twenty-something year-old boy, Mathew, comes and mucks it all up as he tries to get Steven to follow his past dreams. After pushing him outside of his comfort zone (Ohio), Mathew and Steven end up on the other side of the country with only one way to get back home.
The Broadband Jungle by Angus Brownfield The Broadband Jungle by Angus Brownfield May 03, 2012 3286 words Read a sample
A brief tale of coming of age in the era of instant communication.
Dinkle Dorkle And Other Nut Cases by Allen Taylor Dinkle Dorkle And Other Nut Cases by Allen Taylor May 03, 2012 896 words Read a sample
These 30 short poems were first published on Twitter as a part of the #twitpoem project. Each poem is 140 characters or less. Allen Taylor's wacky, whimsical sense of humor comes through in these short lyrical verses. You won't be able to get enough.
“Alte Sachen”: From The Life Of An Arab Scrap Dealer In Israel (a short story) by Andre Klein “Alte Sachen”: From The Life Of An Arab Scrap Dealer In Israel (a short story) by Andre Klein May 03, 2012 3457 words Read a sample
Ahmed is an Arab scrap dealer in the Holy Land, just like his grandfather who used to cart away the unwanted belongings of foreigners with his old horse wagon, yelling "Alte Sachen", that old Yiddish phrase prompting the removal of clutter.
The Leaves of Departure by Tony Acree The Leaves of Departure by Tony Acree May 02, 2012 2842 words Read a sample
Set in rural Kentucky, Leaves of Departure is the story of a man and his estranged daughter, dealing with a painful anniversary.
The Loser by Bryan Lee The Loser by Bryan Lee May 02, 2012 6525 words Read a sample
A bet with a stranger has unexpected consequences. A short story of about 12 pages.
The Maze by Virginia Llorca The Maze by Virginia Llorca May 02, 2012 74562 words Read a sample
Finished with her education and firmly grounded in her career, Maisie feels pressured by her family and several suitors to take the next step in her life. She escapes to the family Villa to regroup, but the wrong person shows up at just the right moment and settles the issue.
Memento Mori by Cristian Mihai Memento Mori by Cristian Mihai May 02, 2012 1821 words Read a sample
Memento Mori; a short story about death and its relevance in today's age.
One by Cristian Mihai One by Cristian Mihai May 02, 2012 921 words Read a sample
One is a short story about addictions and the manner in which they break us down.
Zelfportret by Aglaia Bouma Zelfportret by Aglaia Bouma May 02, 2012 1537 words Read a sample
Een kleurloze man schetst een beeld van zichzelf voor de buitenwereld.
Self-portrait by Aglaia Bouma Self-portrait by Aglaia Bouma May 02, 2012 1489 words Read a sample
A colorless man paints a pretty picture of himself to the outside world.
Faux Pas by I Feel Pretty Faux Pas by I Feel Pretty May 01, 2012 15970 words Read a sample
I Feel Pretty is a great group of writers, both to work with and to read. That said, they are some of the most depraved, psychotic, horrifyingly sexual writers I have ever dealt with. In this issue there are adult themes. Lots and Lots of adult themes. So, you know, let's say this one is 18+.
Fur and Feathers by Krista Joy Fur and Feathers by Krista Joy May 01, 2012 12791 words Read a sample
Alyce is a solitary character, shying away from conventional relationships and relying only on her beloved cat and a creative streak for company. As she retreats evermore into a private world, she meets Jack, a fellow sociopath and animal lover. Only with his help will she come to realise that her own creation is protecting her from something…
Play Cafe by Chalky MacLaan Play Cafe by Chalky MacLaan April 29, 2012 1667 words Read a sample
Jessica is only just one year old and already she has to negotiate the politics of the playground.
Ulla Sundström et autres nouvelles by Bernard Viallet Ulla Sundström et autres nouvelles by Bernard Viallet April 29, 2012 19986 words Read a sample
Ce sont sept nouvelles originales, rédigées dans une écriture de qualité, que nous offre Bernard VIALLET au travers de ce très joli recueil. Plein d’humour, ces textes se rejoignent dans la critique de la société contemporaine en abordant notamment les thèmes de la télévision réalité, du sexe roi, de la jeunesse sans valeurs, et du droit d’auteur.
The Strife of Love in a Dream of Cyril by Mirvan Ereon The Strife of Love in a Dream of Cyril by Mirvan Ereon April 29, 2012 6059 words Read a sample
This is the longer version of the Paper Lover which tells of the story when Papyrophilos went to Singapore, in love with a writer called JeL, only to be heartbroken. There, he had a chance meeting with Cyril Wong, the famous Singaporean poet. Read and learn what took place between them.
The Reading Corner by J.R. Sterling The Reading Corner by J.R. Sterling April 27, 2012 2980 words Read a sample
Lee Barnum owns a bookstore with a unique attribute. With industrialization approaching, Lee has to struggle to keep his doors open. When something terrible happens inside of his store, Lee has to fight to maintain what he has left.
Farley by MK Fowler Farley by MK Fowler April 27, 2012 7032 words Read a sample
A grim story, with a truly unfortunate ending, which throws together a self-centered cat, a bird that meant well, a baby who couldn't help being a baby, and a few clueless grown-ups unable to see past the ends of their own noses.
Decades - English Edition by Anne de Gandt Decades - English Edition by Anne de Gandt April 27, 2012 11273 words Sample 20%
After the chaos of pain, the love desire, its expectations, its exaltations or disappointments. A love story of two women that will change their lives and give an unsuspected strength to each of them.