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My Dream about Mark	by Matt Chatelain May 13, 2012	3867 words	Read a sample
This biographical short story reviews a dream I had about a friend, Mark, shortly after he died. It was my only experience with a ghostly visitation, if that's what it was. Judge for yourself.
Crosscultural Doctoring.On and Off the beaten Path	by William LeMaire May 12, 2012	69983 words	Read a sample
This is about my academic career as an Ob&Gyn; my decision at 55 to jump in the unknown; my work abroad; and how I accomplished this. The book is a series of loosely connected anecdotes, medical and non medical, funny and not so funny. I will convey the excitement and satisfaction of this decision. The hope is that the book will inspire others to make the jump and may be even to write their story
My Random Life: A Work in Progress	by DJ Chuang May 06, 2012	20289 words	Read a sample
Episodes from the life of an average Asian American guy with depression and bipolar disorder, finding healing and experiencing freedom from shame. Preview portions of a forthcoming book.
the happy trails of hitch hike mike	by hitchhikemike May 04, 2012	85581 words	Read a sample
an auto biography by me! sorry its raw but thats how i wrote it! its my attempt at recalling my younger years as a traveller, this handsome young adventurer has grown up to be one of ucluelets favourite authors! join the happy trails of hitch hike mike and travel deep into your heart, full of smiles! my song writing through the years is included stay tuned more happy trails to come!
The Unpaved Road	by Robyn Jane Sheppard May 03, 2012	4921 words	Read a sample
This is a short autobiographical account of my transition from male to female.
The Year Mom Died	by Matt Chatelain April 28, 2012	6992 words	Read a sample
This short autobiographical story examines the year when my Mom died. The lessons she learned and those I learned by being there, taught me more about living than about dying.
What To Do When You Hate Your Job	by George Dutch April 26, 2012	5104 words	Read a sample
How to Free Yourself from day-to-day Career Pain or Job Dissatisfaction--and Find a Job You'll Really Love...Guaranteed.
Sure, I Can Do That: a twentieth century american memoir	by R. Wayne Morgan April 20, 2012	32101 words	Sample 30%
My father grew up in the poverty of Dust Bowl Kansas during the Great Depression. Sure, I Can Do That is a collection of stories that he told about his life on the farm and his adventures riding the rails as a teenage hobo. These are true stories of an American life, told with humor and honesty. They paint a colorful portrait of a man who overcomes the limitations of his circumstances.
Memories from Canada to Colorado	by Kate Everson April 09, 2012	1360 words	Read a sample
Taking a small boy on the train to Denver from Toronto was not an easy decision but we had the time of our lives! We learned how to ride horses and ski in the Rockies.
13 Years in America	by Melanie Steele April 09, 2012	68620 words	Read a sample
A free-spirited Canadian woman bucks the status quo and sets off on a journey in search of happiness and fulfillment in modern-day America â€“ a journey that spans 13 years and takes her through crises, divisions, turmoil, and discontent. At once a moving personal story and a sharp look at the American Dream.
Ultramarine and Yellow Dreams	by Ruth Kolman Brophy April 06, 2012	698 words	Sample 20%
A short, humorous essay describing the author's acceptance as an art student in post-war Austria to a foreign exchange program in the United States.
THE HEART GOES HOME	by Dottie Hicks April 02, 2012	2031 words	Read a sample
As a child growing up in the small East Texas community of Tundra in Van Zandt County during the Great Depression lasting memories were created. Memories, that still today over 70 years later spread a soothing balm over my soul. This article, â€œThe Heart Goes Homeâ€ is taken from my recently published Family Memoirs and expresses a few of those gentle reminisces.
Malinki the Medic	by Peter A. Brandt March 24, 2012	89793 words	Read a sample
Malinki The Medic: From Child 'Prisoner Of War" to Old Age - The Life of Gerd J. Brandt
Canuck GI - The Peculiar Life of a Canadian Soldier	by Peter A. Brandt March 24, 2012	69954 words	Read a sample
When I retired at the age of 38 from the Canadian Armed Forces I couldn't help but reflect on the twenty years I had spent in the employment of the Canadian Government and humorously wondered "What the hell was that about?"
Cancer: A Message Of Hope	by Jairo Alvarez March 21, 2012	35351 words	Read a sample
Cancer: A Message of Hope is a Pulitzer Prize Nonfiction finalist written by Jairo Alvarez. The book concentrates on the author's struggles with the "silent killer" and his eventual "new-life" after radical surgery. The book contains both an inspirational story as well as medical facts that have the potential to better inform those dealing with prostate cancer.
My Journey	by Jean Rolt March 17, 2012	5872 words	Read a sample
This the story of my journey in faith leading to my becoming an Anglican priest in my old age.
Remembering "Star Search"	by Dave Rodway March 14, 2012	1733 words	Read a sample
A story about the process of auditioning and performing on the national TV show Star Search with Ed McMahon.
Problem-Solving 101: Can You Solve the Problem?	by David Bruce March 10, 2012	7103 words	Read a sample
On the banks of the Chickahominy River, George Armstrong Custer once listened for a while to his superior officers argue about the depth of the river, then he solved the problem of determining how deep the river was. How did he do it?
Disgusting Bar Conversations	by English Teacher X March 03, 2012	339 words	Read a sample
Most people living and working in other countries flee from Authentic Cultural Experiences and instead spend much of their time clustered around bar tables drinking. Join English Teacher X and some of his disheveled, dissipated colleagues as they ponder the more degenerate aspects of existence abroad. This short graphic novel collects cartoons from the englishteacherx website.
Last Year	by Merlin Douglas Larsen Jan. 30, 2012	23440 words	Read a sample
A short tribute to the memory of my best friend, Rocky Russo. We shared slot car racing, war games, wrote war games rules together, argued history, religion sometimes, had a soul mate kind of relationship as pals, yet were as different as two men can be in most things. Closeness in the presence of so much difference is a mysterious thing....
Betty's Black & Blue Bottom	by Louis Kahn Nin Jan. 29, 2012	2498 words	Read a sample
A man goes to a Los Angeles dungeon and finds that spanking a slave-for-hire can be rather transgressive for the sinful soul.
Lessons from the desert	by Laura Thompson Jan. 29, 2012	10315 words	Read a sample
A generation-x journey in and out of religious life. This is an autobiography of my spiritual journey seeking God and finding myself.
History of Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-On-The-Hill, Norwich, Norfolk.	by Susy Scott Jan. 22, 2012	4278 words	Read a sample
Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-on-the-Hill, located just outside Norwich, served as an Inn from the late C17 through to 1912. References to this hostelry can be found in Parson James Woodforde's country 'Diaries'. A short, history of this now private residence can be found on Kindle. Written by Susy Scott, the author of Finding Jingo.
Cronicas de Chico Pelon # 3	by Emari Valdicar Jan. 09, 2012	1289 words	Read a sample
Chico Pelon ya esta cansado de masturbarse, y en la secundaria hallara alguien que le mostrara otros placeres...
Ultima dintre iubiri (poveste)	by Adria Martin Jan. 08, 2012	5629 words	Read a sample
This is a true story Iubirea apare intre doi oameni oricand, pe neasteptate si-ti poate schimba total viata. O poveste despre lucrurile care conteaza, despre familie si rolul persoanelor in varsta in viata copiilor. Pentru pret de cateva minute, te vei intoarce in leaganul copilariei. Aseaza-te comod si savureaza vremurile fara timp ale unui copi.
Scrapbook of a Wasted Life	by Mike Knowles Jan. 05, 2012	24120 words	Read a sample
Look, if Spike Milliganâ€™s agent can publish his unfinished work after heâ€™s dead then I can publish mine whilst Iâ€™m still alive! Brilliant, eh? And I had to do all myself because no agent in their right mind will take me on. Of course, there could be some out there who are NOT in their right mindsâ€¦
Baby Boomer	by Kate Everson Dec. 28, 2011	6549 words	Read a sample
Growing up in the '50s in rural Ontario is a rich, learning experience. This autobiography takes you through the swinging 60s and my life as a single mom in the 70s and 80s. It's a beautiful life.
Uma luz no fim do tÃºnel	by Xavier T. Dec. 20, 2011	47945 words	Read a sample
Alcoolismo, a historia de recuperacao bem sucedida de um alcoolico. Uma historia de vida real, como um dependente do alcool conseguiu parar de beber.
Nelson, Unleashed	by Nelson Dec. 11, 2011	1665 words	Read a sample
The exclusive interview with the author of the runaway smash hit, If I Had Wings.
Ero venuto da lei per parlare con voi ma tu non c'eri	by Rino Ottonaro Dec. 07, 2011	37755 words	Read a sample
My first and last autobiography. Simply my life with its ups and downs. Post-war years I have done a thousand jobs and many removals. I had joys and sorrows. I describe everything in an ironic tone. Text in Italian.
Une lumiÃ¨re au bout du tunnel	by Xavier T. Dec. 06, 2011	53389 words	Read a sample
Alcoolisme, l'histoire de recuperation d'un alcoolique. Une histoire de vie reelle, comment un alcoolique a reussi arreter de boire.
Una luz al final del tÃºnel	by Xavier T. Dec. 06, 2011	50225 words	Read a sample
Alcoholismo, la histÃ³ria de recuperaciÃ³n bien sucedida de un alcohÃ³lico. Una histÃ³ria de vida real, como un dependiente de alcohol consiguiÃ³ parar de beber.
The Clumber Love Story	by Janet Roberts Dec. 01, 2011	3550 words	Read a sample
the 4th duke of newcastle was a sad and unhappy man until he met and married 18 year-old georgiana in 1807. he took his 18 year old bride to clumber house, a fine mansion in the middle of sherwood forest. tragically their idyllic marriage ended with her death at the age of 33 but his thoughts and plans remain vividly in the diaries he wrote at the time. these form the basis for this free ebook
Songs for Joss: part one 1981-1990	by Colin Rock Nov. 24, 2011	8348 words	Read a sample
He crawled from the undergrowth on that Valentine's Day in 1981 with a song, a poem, and a desperate hunger. It took until 2007 to convince her. This is the story of a couple of ageing baby boomers trotting through life together. 'Very funny and at times quite inspiring. It might even be one of the great love stories of our time.' TW. Note: internet connection required to play embedded songs.
Two Unforgettable Christmases	by Morgan St. James Nov. 23, 2011	4123 words	Read a sample
This short story is Morgan St. James' reminiscence about two Christmases in her childhood that showed the power of love.
Fred and Me	by Rex Bromfield Oct. 29, 2011	3463 words	Read a sample
Anti-war, Pro Troops.
Old Pat T and the Great Bathroom War & Other Tales of My Youngin Days	by T. M. Strait Oct. 28, 2011	5534 words	Read a sample
A compilation of short shorts about growing up in the Sixties. Cars that take off on their own, dueling teachers, Hansel Exposed, Witches and Martians, drafting twelve year olds and more great fun! Read as imagination takes its last stand!
A Passage To Neem Dreams	by Inez Baranay Oct. 26, 2011	61319 words	Read a sample
Partly a memoir about writing Neem Dreams, partly a critical study of her own novel, themes include the creation of a novel, travels and research in India, neem as a symbol of the clash between globalisation and tradition, and the influence of EM Forster. Neem Dreams was published in India in 2003 to widespread critical acclaim.
The River	by Mariellen Ward Oct. 19, 2011	1775 words	Read a sample
On January 12, 1998, writer Mariellen Ward found her mother's body. She had died in the night of heart failure. The River is a free e-story about how the lilting waters of India's most sacred river helped her heal from the irreconcilable loss.
Paid in Plates	by Rex Bromfield Oct. 15, 2011	8810 words	Read a sample
A short autobiographical story about me and the mob. Paolo was a wanted man in hiding. He was wanted by mafia families in at least two American cities. He was running for his life. What I couldn't figure out was why he wanted me to write a movie script about it.
Far Beyond the Borderlands of Scotia	by Carl Halling Oct. 13, 2011	26883 words	Read a sample
An incredibly informative compendium of writings...essays, verses, memoirs...a thrilling voyage through history, culture, literature, poetry, art and far more besides, all from a Christian point of view.
I Am A Southerner	by Joe C Combs 2nd Oct. 11, 2011	2878 words	Read a sample
A short memior about what it means to be a Southerner from a Floridian's perspective.
Vanida's Journey	by Vanida Plamondon Oct. 10, 2011	34097 words	Read a sample
When I decided to get help to figure out why I have always struggled with wanting to be a woman and decided to confront my misery, I embarked on the beginning of journey I did not expect to go on. This is an honest look at the beginning of my journey towards womanhood.
Confessions of a '60s Moonchild	by Kate Everson Oct. 04, 2011	3539 words	Read a sample
A brief memoir of life in the 60s' in Toronto including drugs and finding my self through spiritual seeking, finding a guru and walking the streets raising funds for a cult. Marriage and divorce and life again.
Sister Albert Marchetti - "An Angel Of God"	by Robert Chapin Sep. 20, 2011	2240 words	Read a sample
Mid 1950's and mother wanted us to receive a Catholic education. Our diocese was thriving with the best schools in our state dedicated teaching nuns. Sister Gabriel was one who used the fear of God coupled with the rubber tipped pointer across your knuckles to keep you in line. Sister Gabriel was very demeaning until Sister Albert Marchetti was assigned the new Mother Superior! True Story.
Getting His Goat: Adventures in Cheetah Conservation	by Hal Brindley Sep. 15, 2011	5722 words	Read a sample
Having a drugged cheetah wake up in his lap was not what Hal Brindley had in mind when he went to Africa as a conservation volunteer. This short story recounts the heart-pounding events of Brindley's final day tracking cheetahs at a game reserve in South Africa.
Hallucinations	by David Barrett Sep. 07, 2011	6705 words	Read a sample
A short story memoir depicting my alter ego Diego and his/our hallucinations on three different mind altering substances.
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The Son Can Dream	by Mike Cruz Aug. 24, 2011	117761 words	Read a sample
The Son Can Dream is a true story that reads like narrative poetry. The reader follows "the son", who is searching for closure to the darkest chapter of his life. As the possibility of love and being loved emerge, he is forced to either stay on the course of no tomorrow and not hurt a soul or give himself to the dream and risk stepping into the tattered pair worn by his father once before.
Daddy Die Hard	by Isaac Sweeney Aug. 21, 2011	2065 words	Read a sample
After his father left his family, the author found a replacement in the unlikeliest of fictional characters - the gun-weilding, hard-cursing, cigarette-smoking John McClane from the movie Die Hard. About 2,000 words.

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