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Two and a Half Dragons: Three Dragon Tales by Emma Laybourn Two and a Half Dragons: Three Dragon Tales by Emma Laybourn April 26, 2012 8256 words Read a sample
Three stories about three very different dragons: one ferocious and bloodthirsty, one with a rather unconventional job, and a third that, to its shame, appears to be only half dragon and half... well ... rabbit. Fearsome fun for children aged 9 and over.
Moira and the Leprechaun by Alenka Co Moira and the Leprechaun by Alenka Co April 26, 2012 1711 words Read a sample
a story about dragons and mermaids and giants and princesses … In this, the first story, Moira meets the Leprechaun, stranded at the bottom of her garden in Australia where his magic doesn't work. In exchange for the treats she brings him, he tells her stories. There are eight stories in the series.
Kleencut by Ian M. Dudley Kleencut by Ian M. Dudley April 25, 2012 138 words Read a sample
A pair of sentient scissors prone to bullying. A large rock. Questionable art. An unreliable narrator. Put them together, and you get a children's picture book so disturbing it could only be free.
The Misadventures of Mr. Tiddlywhiskers by Shelly Jarvis The Misadventures of Mr. Tiddlywhiskers by Shelly Jarvis April 25, 2012 3822 words Read a sample
Rupert Tiddlywhiskers is a well-to-do cat living the life of luxury with his human, Millicent. Everything is perfect until Rupert overhears Millie talking about a one year sailing trip around the world. Rupert knows that he must stop that trip, but how? Rupert's time traveling adventure begins with a run-in with pirates. Will he be able to keep Millie from leaving him all alone?
Spiders Know A Thing Or Two by Lorena Covrett Spiders Know A Thing Or Two by Lorena Covrett April 25, 2012 635 words Read a sample
This is a children's short story about life lessons from an unusual source.
TJ Thirteen - Episode 2 by Goran Zidar TJ Thirteen - Episode 2 by Goran Zidar April 24, 2012 2732 words Read a sample
Tamara Jackson is a normal teenage girl. She has an normal life, is faced with the typical challenges, and deals with everyday problems. That was all about to change. Her best friend goes missing, and TJ is called upon to try and find her.
TJ Thirteen - Episode 1 by Goran Zidar TJ Thirteen - Episode 1 by Goran Zidar April 24, 2012 2517 words Read a sample
Tamara Jackson is a normal teenage girl. She has an normal life, is faced with the typical challenges, and deals with everyday problems. That was all about to change. Her best friend goes missing, and TJ is called upon to try and find her.
Armadura de Dios by Riley Weber Armadura de Dios by Riley Weber April 24, 2012 591 words Read a sample
Esta libro enseña a niños como vestirse con toda la armadura de Dios. Cada página tiene una pintura y dibujo original por el autor y ilustrador Riley Weber. Esta libro enseña a niños la importancia que tiene cada parte de la armadura de Dios. La biblia nos enseña que la armadura de Dios es importante para resistir todo lo malo y para 'apagar todos los dardos de fuego del maligno.'
Alien1b by Ipam Alien1b by Ipam April 19, 2012 46452 words Read a sample
Teen love (outer space style)...Alien1...Farmer Starra trains to leave Earth for hunt of new planet...ALIEN1a...Earthling Starra becomes Lady Starra loves alien Bartholomew...Alienb... Starra returns to alien universe becomes Commander Starra and engaged to Bartholomew.
Amputeddy Goes Back to School by Kate Policani Amputeddy Goes Back to School by Kate Policani April 19, 2012 722 words Read a sample
Amputeddy is a little bear who has just recovered from an accident in which he lost his leg. This is his first day back at school! Join him in his fears and triumphs as he learns that he can still be a regular bear, just like everyone else.
Lenny and the Underwater World by Willow Bandersnap Lenny and the Underwater World by Willow Bandersnap April 19, 2012 4144 words Read a sample
Lenny takes an instant dislike to the woman his mother hires to teach him piano. But he realizes the situation is far, far worse when a piano arrives and the strangest things happen…
The Fabulous School 10 by Ismaël Saidi The Fabulous School 10 by Ismaël Saidi April 18, 2012 15417 words Read a sample
The adventures of the little Ismael and his friends in their school.
Sally Willow Learns to Swim by Roy Bentley Sally Willow Learns to Swim by Roy Bentley April 17, 2012 808 words Read a sample
This is the first in a series of Treeb books by children's author and illustrator Roy Bentley. In this free ebook we meet Sally Willow, a young Treeb, who lives under a huge willow tree beside a slow lazy river. She decides she would like to swim properly. Pushing off into the wide river she meets a surprising new friend who teaches her to swim like a crocodile!
Santa Barbara Fire Song in Three Parts by Dennis Nord Santa Barbara Fire Song in Three Parts by Dennis Nord April 16, 2012 11813 words Read a sample
Santa Barbara Fire Song: Three stories of wild fire. In Santa Barbara and across the west, people live with more and more wildfire. It leaps into our psyche and wrenches our lives and those of our children. Wildfire is a riveting spectacle of smoke and wind with the chaos of flames and disaster. These three stories provide perspective for young people caught up in wildfire.
A Suitable Pet by Abigail Hilton A Suitable Pet by Abigail Hilton April 15, 2012 11775 words Read a sample
Prince Theobald feels trapped in his life. Then one day, his little sister brings home a hatchling dragon to entertain her friends. Suddenly Theo's problems don't seem so big after all. “A Suitable Pet” is a 1300-word short story ideal for reading aloud to children or entertaining an adult over coffee or lunch. This download also includes samples of the author’s longer work.
Santa's Secret: The Story That Can Never Be Read by Wm. G. Thilgen Jr. (Bill) Santa's Secret: The Story That Can Never Be Read by Wm. G. Thilgen Jr. (Bill) April 15, 2012 41 words Sample 10%
This is the second of two identical titles in English, it needs to be downloaded after the first. I am introducing quite possibly the most radical and conceptually different way of publishing and marketing a book that has ever been done. I know there is a publisher out there somewhere that is looking for something new and would be willing to pick up my story and marketing strategy and run with it
Dragon's Gold by Pete Donald Dragon's Gold by Pete Donald April 14, 2012 1610 words Read a sample
Ormr the dragon lived his life by a precise set of rules. These rules allowed him to forget his past, but he could still hunt and catch food and hunt and find gold. Then a piece of gold goes missing and Ormr starts to remember. A great new short story for children brought to you by www.5minutefiction.co.uk. Check out our website for the best in short stories for all ages.
Save the Unicorn! by Emma Laybourn Save the Unicorn! by Emma Laybourn April 13, 2012 2727 words Read a sample
No unicorns have been seen near Kia's village for twenty years, so when she spots one, she is delighted. But the fierce Sir Crabcut is determined to hunt it down, and Kia is the only person who can save it. The trouble is, this unicorn doesn't want be rescued...
Das Flusspferd, das Posaune blies (Kurzgeschichte) by Matthias Czarnetzki Das Flusspferd, das Posaune blies (Kurzgeschichte) by Matthias Czarnetzki April 13, 2012 5646 words Read a sample
Alle Tiere können singen, zwitschern, trompeten, schnurren oder wenigstens trommeln - nur ich nicht, denkt das Flusspferd traurig. Sein bester Freund, das Krokodil, kann helfen. Hat es doch vor einer Weile einen Menschen gefressen, der so ein langes, goldenes Ding hatte, das Musik macht.
Purple Platypus In: The Wizard of Oz by E. Couvillion Purple Platypus In: The Wizard of Oz by E. Couvillion April 12, 2012 2298 words Sample 20%
A short story of three young girls who have a sleepover in an R.V. and end up in an unknown land. They travel to oz trying to find a way to get home.
My Friends Are Dead People by Tony Ortiz My Friends Are Dead People by Tony Ortiz April 11, 2012 62581 words Read a sample
Two kids discover dead people living in their neighborhood.
Wackadoo Wady by Allan Dutch Wackadoo Wady by Allan Dutch April 10, 2012 1181 words Read a sample
Fun, tongue-in-cheek story-poem about a wacky lady who loves karaoke. She and her four equally wacky daughters throw her a birthday party at Swig Willy's. Suddenly a fight breaks out which interferes with her singing. Not wishing to be pre-empted, she and her daughters quickly go to work using a rather unusual method to restore order to the party.
Billy The Peg Leg Bat by Greg Carter Billy The Peg Leg Bat by Greg Carter April 07, 2012 338 words Read a sample
This is a story with a good moral. I made this story up years ago and my little boy who loved it and I'm sure yours will too. This is a fun story meant to entertain with a good message to it. This is not an educational Work. Just a good bedtime story to tell your kids. God Bless, Greg
Renee and the Pink Giraffe by Sonya White-Bujold Renee and the Pink Giraffe by Sonya White-Bujold April 07, 2012 758 words Read a sample
Renee visits a zoo with her Daddy. She discovers that just because something may look different than all the rest, it does not mean it's unhappy. Even if it is a pink giraffe!
Daisy The Sheep by Kristina Howells Daisy The Sheep by Kristina Howells April 07, 2012 345 words Read a sample
This short story is a modern day fairytale that has been specifically written for very young children. This is a little tale about a sheep called Daisy, and how she learnt not to tray away from the flock. Otherwise one day it could lead to disastrous consequences.
Lenna's Fimbulsummer (Book 2 of Lenna's Story) by James Comins Lenna's Fimbulsummer (Book 2 of Lenna's Story) by James Comins April 06, 2012 45859 words Read a sample
Now that the World Tree is shattered and the last dragon slain, the world will soon be destroyed in a flood of magic. Lenna's strange powers allow her to walk alone into an alternate reality inside the magic to repair the damage. But evil beings wait to ensnare her.
The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Darcy Pearce The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Darcy Pearce April 06, 2012 128 words Read a sample
A poem for my kitten, Mimi, who is 1 today! Happy Birthday!
HARD CASH by Leon Guthrie HARD CASH by Leon Guthrie April 05, 2012 1412 words Read a sample
Written by Leon Guthrie aged 8, This childrens short story follows twins Jack and Bill on an adventure starting on their birthday. The boys get some great luck and have some tricky descisions to make along the way.
Her Last Letter by Daisy Henry Her Last Letter by Daisy Henry April 03, 2012 1906 words Read a sample
Alosia Adler is desperate to go on the Hindenburg airship to see her Father but little does she know what awaited her on it...
At the Beach by Trudieliezel Zollinger At the Beach by Trudieliezel Zollinger April 02, 2012 1151 words Read a sample
Beacgm seasgekks
Jazmin The Beautiful Sheep / Jazmín, la Bella Oveja by Alma Sanchez Jazmin The Beautiful Sheep / Jazmín, la Bella Oveja by Alma Sanchez April 02, 2012 2154 words Read a sample
Jazmin's wool is so beautiful that all the other sheep in her school admire her. Along comes a new student, Mayra the goat, who is different from the sheep. She doesn't have beautiful wool, like Jazmin. How do Jazmin and and Mayra become best friends?
Little Red Riding Hood - Another Grandma Chatterbox Fairy Tale by Barbara Hayes Little Red Riding Hood - Another Grandma Chatterbox Fairy Tale by Barbara Hayes April 02, 2012 3612 words Read a sample
A retelling of the classic fairy tale for 21st century youngsters by a master storyteller. We are all familiar with Little Red Riding Hood, of course, but there is a lot more to her than a grandma and a wicked wolf. What about the archery contest or the pet raven? The story as we usually hear it today is a very much shortened version of the original.
Grounded For Good by Dawn Daria Grounded For Good by Dawn Daria April 01, 2012 58466 words Read a sample
Derek Dawson has big plans for the summer after 8th grade, but things don't fall into place quite like he expected.
Santa's Secret: The Story That Can Never Be Read by Wm. G. Thilgen Jr. (Bill) Santa's Secret: The Story That Can Never Be Read by Wm. G. Thilgen Jr. (Bill) April 01, 2012 6407 words Sample 27%
This is the first of two identical titles in English, it needs to be downloaded and read first. I am introducing quite possibly the most radical and conceptually different way of publishing and marketing a book that has ever been done. I know there is a publisher out there somewhere that is looking for something new and would be willing to pick up my story and marketing strategy and run with it.
The Little Dog Who Thought She Was Human by Trinity R. Westfield The Little Dog Who Thought She Was Human by Trinity R. Westfield March 30, 2012 1133 words Sample 20%
A short bedtime story about Totty, a little dog who thinks she talks like we do. Her owner, a young girl named Georgia, looks after and plays with Totty until it's time to go to bed.
Sharkbiter by Emma Laybourn Sharkbiter by Emma Laybourn March 30, 2012 3361 words Read a sample
Nobody can swim in the sea because of the sharks. So Mr McBlister the millionaire invents the terrifying robot Sharkbiter to get rid of them - but who will get rid of Sharkbiter?
Berry and the Birthday Band by Joanna M. Weston Berry and the Birthday Band by Joanna M. Weston March 29, 2012 532 words Read a sample
Berry the mouse wants to play in the band but he's never played a musical instrument before. He gets into trouble and finds a way to be in the band. A great 'read-aloud- for 3-6 year-olds.
Animal kennings (poems) by Mr Adams Animal kennings (poems) by Mr Adams March 26, 2012 241 words Read a sample
Kennings are poems that describe objects or things and date back to Anglo-Saxon and Norse times. We chose animals and some children typed their kennings and these are included in this ebook. I hope you enjoy it.
Let's Squeeze Out for a Waggy Doggy Walk (Picturebook for Children) by Cherry Paws Let's Squeeze Out for a Waggy Doggy Walk (Picturebook for Children) by Cherry Paws March 26, 2012 162 words Read a sample
Join Cherry the cheeky dog for a fun outdoor adventure. What exciting and funny things will happen after she squeeze out below the fence? Rhyming verses and cute illustrations encourage kids to read. It’s simply a delightful story for young children!
16 and On the Run by Opal Jones 16 and On the Run by Opal Jones March 25, 2012 13316 words Read a sample
Normal life has been turned upside-down for 12-year-old Chris Powell when he finds his house in ruins, and his family, gone forever. Unable to go to the police, he starts life anew, armed only with a pistol. During his journey, he grows unable to trust any person.
Camp Spider by Opal Jones Camp Spider by Opal Jones March 25, 2012 6406 words Read a sample
When Wallace is sent to Camp Spider, he doesn't expect anything other than the worst-spent summer ever. But he gets so much more. Between meeting the only girl at the camp and seeing her taken away before his very eyes, he doesn't know what to make of anything.
Why Am I Here? by Thomas Robertson Why Am I Here? by Thomas Robertson March 24, 2012 837 words Read a sample
A small, weak fir tree, envious of its companion, a tall, strong oak, discovers that everything on earth has a purpose.
Oliver's fantasy by Smarter Buckeye Oliver's fantasy by Smarter Buckeye March 24, 2012 2674 words Read a sample
The tales of a not-so-ordinary Jack Russell dog. Just a sample of my work.
Alien1a by Ipam Alien1a by Ipam March 23, 2012 64250 words Read a sample
Teen outer space love story...the "Alien Series" begins with Book 1...Alien1 then...Book 2...Alien1a...Earth girl Starra crash-lands, survives on alien planet, in alien galaxy, loves alien "Bartholomew."
A Rain Of Birds by P. S. Wright A Rain Of Birds by P. S. Wright March 22, 2012 4041 words Read a sample
PS Wright has plagiarized another of Granny Which's tales. This time, a bit of a family tall tale has turned up in the wrong universe. When a couple of youngsters wander along the river, they have an odd encounter and experience some most unusual weather. Lucky for Augustus Deforest, May has brought along her umbrella. The wily old catfish known as grey beard doesn't stand a chance.
Сказки старого дома by Наталия Телегина Сказки старого дома by Наталия Телегина March 22, 2012 15120 words Read a sample
Старые теплые, добрые сказки без зла и насилия, выдержанные в хорошем классическом стиле.
In Praise of the Potato by Trudieliezel Zollinger In Praise of the Potato by Trudieliezel Zollinger March 21, 2012 138 words Read a sample
potato most versatile
Pirate Time by Anastasia Alex Pirate Time by Anastasia Alex March 21, 2012 939 words Read a sample
journal entries of three different people all regerding the departure of the pirate the azure princess.
Het Kamper Treintje en de boze treinmeneer by Clement Roorda Het Kamper Treintje en de boze treinmeneer by Clement Roorda March 21, 2012 1113 words Read a sample
Het Kamper Treintje brengt hele belangrijke passagiers naar Kampen. Ze praten over de toekomst. Dan hoort hij dat hij nooit meer rij-den zal. Hij schrikt en gaat er vandoor. Maar als hij later vertelt waar hij bang voor is valt het allemaal gelukkig toch nog mee.
Het Kamper Treintje en het circus by Clement Roorda Het Kamper Treintje en het circus by Clement Roorda March 21, 2012 927 words Read a sample
Het circus komt naar Kampen maar er is geen plek. Gelukkig weet het treintje raad en kan de voorstelling toch door gaan. En voelt het Kamper Treintje zich even een echte circustrein.