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Claude & Sophia	by Shane Greenhough Feb. 07, 2012	2000 words	Read a sample
Claude loves Sophia. ..And, of course, Sophia loves Claude. Or does she? A short story of tragic misunderstanding, mental imbalance and a macabre touch of romance, Claude & Sophia adds a light spin to the classic theme of unrequited love.
Author bio: I'm a South African writer of awesome proportions! My work is simple and fairly direct, if somewhat heavy-handed, with each story carrying an observational message, or moral of sorts. Mostly working in the short story, or flash fiction style I've several pieces in the works that expand upon that theme by bonding a number of shorts into a larger work that weaves a greater tale from the threads of shorter ones. Delving into my professional background seems to me to be uninteresting, so I'm not going to bore you with those details here.
The Diamond Mine of Diamond's Mind: A Compilation of Short Stories	by Diamond Cartel Feb. 07, 2012	25659 words	Read a sample
These are a series of short stories written for my blog. They received such praise that I decided to bundle them for you all to enjoy!
Author bio: Diamond Cartel is a novelist like no other. Her stories are based on real life experiences everyone can relate to. Throughout her life she has been through so much, and writing has always been her way of release. With this method of personal healing she decided to take her experiences...and her talent...and use them to reach out to others. While so many authors write to entertain, Diamond writes to teach, educate, heal, and connect with her readers. Every story has a lesson. Every character has a message. Without seeming too "lecturing", she gets her point across in a variety of ways. Filled with comedy, tragedy, drama, emotions, and suspense her stories are sure to leave you on the edge of your seat, riled up, and ready to jump in head first!
A Quiet and Peaceful Place	by A. Michael Bronston Feb. 07, 2012	7548 words	Read a sample
Through the course of a day Freddie Jacobson relives a number of scenes from his life. Alone with his dog in the mountain cabin where he spent the now departing winter and where he embraces the rapidly unfolding spring, he finds himself shifting between his place in the present and the worlds of remembrance.
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The Whore Wife	by Laci Chambers Feb. 07, 2012	3019 words	Read a sample
Sarah loves her husband James, but finds her sexy neighbour Harry can better fulfil her more physical needs. When James comes home early one day and catches her in the act, how will he react? Warning: This story contains infidelity, oral sex, rough sex and some forceful language. For adults only!
Author bio: A long time reader and amateur writer of erotic short stories, Laci is now eager to share the love.
Test Ebook: Do Not Download	by Giselle London Feb. 07, 2012	176 words	Sample 20%
This book is a test of how an ebook will look when published via the iPad. It is not a real book.
Author bio: Giselle London is the Pleasure Maven, dedicated to teasing her readers into a frenzy by tantalizing them with delectable descriptions of salacious seductions. If you like to be brought to the brink again and again by sizzling sexual tension, culminating in an exquisitely fulfilling story climax, then be sure to follow Giselle London to stay abreast of her latest releases. www.GiselleLondon.com Twitter: @GiselleLondonX
The Night One-Ten Conquered Two-Eighty	by Shane Grey Feb. 07, 2012	1680 words	Read a sample
Preston Thomas hates his job. But he does it anyway. As a functioning alcoholic working at a psyche hospital, but on this night things go particularly bad.
Author bio: Shane Grey has worked in Psychiatric Hospitals and Assisted Living facilities. He played punk rock guitar in bands for many years. All the while writing in various forms. Shane Grey currently resides in the Inland Empire, writing short stories and novellas, trying to finish his debut novel, Madhouse.
How Anti-Aging Lotions Work	by Winston Pabalay Feb. 07, 2012	321 words	Read a sample
For many people, a good anti-aging lotion is their first line of defense against encroaching skin wrinkles and age spots.
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The Grave	by Mike Bennett Feb. 07, 2012	5359 words	Read a sample
A short, black comic tale about two men, a grave, unrequited lust ... and murder.
Author bio: Mike Bennett is an English writer and podcaster. He has recorded his story collection, "Hall of Mirrors: Tales of Horror and The Grotesque" and is now releasing the stories as e-books. He has also written and podcast the novel, "One Among the Sleepless", and is currently writing and podcasting his second novel, "Underwood and Flinch".
Kiskutya - A Musician's Tale	by Robert James Tootell Feb. 07, 2012	11507 words	Read a sample
Set within the 'corner-cafes' of Budapest and across the Great Hungarian Plain, a musician scores the preludes of loss in search of the woman who calls herself 'atheist scorpion'...
Author bio: About the author: Rob Tootell grew up in the rural market town of Alton, Hampshire, and has lived in UK, Poland, Japan, and France. Published books: A Cafe in Kazimierz and other stories(Paperback, 2002) Krakow Stories and Stranger Things Than This (Paperback, 2008) Krakow Stories and Stranger Things Than This (E-book, 2009) Stranger Things Than This (E-book, 2010) Selected Stories and Poems (E-book, 2011) Five Stories for Makers of Short Films (E-book, 2012) Luke (E-book, 2012) Clootie's Cover (E-book, 2012) His favourite stories / books: The Three Lilies by Jan Neruda; In a Far Distant Land, Light Breathing, In Paris, et al, by Ivan Bunin; The Bishop, The Artist's Story, Rothchild's Fiddle, by Anton Chekhov; Red Cavalry, The Tales of Odessa, by Isaac Babel; Too Loud a Solitude by Bohumil Hrabal; Gimpel the Fool, The Cabalist of East Broadway, by IB Singer; Klingsor's Last Summer by Hermann Hesse. The Alexandria Quartet by Lawrence Durrell; The Colossus of Maroussi by Henry Miller; Goodbye to All That by Robert Graves; The Radetsky March by Joseph Roth; The Baron in the Trees by Italo Calvino; War and Peace by Lev Tolstoy; The Drowned and the Saved, Moments of Reprieve, by Primo Levi. He is currently living under a bridge with his pencil and pad, and asks only that instead of just downloading free samples you buy a copy of one of his books, perhaps 'Krakow Stories and Stranger Things Than This' because at approx 270 pages for a fiver it is the best value for money! Keep him in good spirits and support writers worldwide... Contact email: robzaba@yahoo.co.uk
Just Not My Day	by Ademola Balogun Feb. 07, 2012	3528 words	Read a sample
JUST NOT MY DAY: A SHORT STORY 16th October, 2008 was a day Edwin Oskar would never forget. It was a day his life fell completely apart. He woke up one morning and his entire world crumbled. Everything he had worked and struggled for vanished- Just in One Day. What happened? There is only one way to find out.
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Notes Address Book to Outlook Download	by Albert Louis Feb. 07, 2012	346 words	Read a sample
Need a sure option to Convert Contacts from NSF to PST, freely carrying Notes Address Book to Outlook Download. It enables you to Convert Notes Address Book to Outlook, Excel and Vcard format.
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Pawsgaard	by Jon Thysell Feb. 06, 2012	20774 words	Read a sample
Guineawick hasnâ€™t seen a non-mouse in generations, so when a wounded rabbit warrior is found outside of town, Hester knows thereâ€™s more to his story than heâ€™s letting on. "Pawsgaard" is a short fantasy story written for older children, and introduces the principal characters of the Guineawick Tales series.
Author bio: Jon Thysell is a writer and test engineer currently living in the Pacific Northwest. When he's not writing, he plays video games with his girlfriend; sometimes she even lets him win.
The Knight in Black Tuxedo	by Anthony Horvath Feb. 06, 2012	1421 words	Read a sample
"You're as plain as plain can be" said the father to the daughter, in front of her prom date. Could anyone survive the weight of such crushing words?
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Sex Cicada and the Righteous King of Albanny	by Nipaporn Baldwin Feb. 06, 2012	1787 words	Read a sample
A group of teenagers engage in sexual mystery that lead to turmoil amongst the townsfolk in their small town.
Author bio: I am a teenage African American poetess trying to open up a new avenue in the world of Dragons: Space Dragons!! And I WILL make it "work." Please leave a review.
Barefoot-style Shoe Buying Guide: Exclusive Report	by Nicholas Pang Feb. 06, 2012	938 words	Sample 10%
Choosing Your Pair Of Minimalist Running Shoes 2012 Edition In this report, I will share with you the best shoes from each of the barefoot-style shoe category (see below). By narrowing it down to the best shoes I have wear-tested, I hope to save you time, money, and potential injuries from wearing bad shoes. The rest is up to you!
Author bio: Publishing content and applications for the Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, Amazon Kindle, and MobiPocket mobile platforms.
Just A Little Scene vol. 1	by Salamando Feb. 06, 2012	17555 words	Read a sample
Short, sweet, and straight to the point, these brief stories detail explicit scenes of femdom erotica, with a supernatural twist!
Author bio: Salamando is an eccentric writer of female domination/male submissive stories with a specific focus on women using psychic, magic, or superhuman physical powers to sexually play with or dominate men. He has always found it frustrating that such stories are virtually impossible to find anywhere, and thus decided to help pioneer the trend himself!
Why: An Agnostic Perspective on the Meaning of Life	by thewisesloth Feb. 06, 2012	42470 words	Read a sample
A logical attempt to analysis of the meaning of life. It comes to the conclusion that even if we can never know the true meaning of life we still have to use logic to deduce what to do with our lives. The most logical thing we can do with our lives is to grow to our full potential as sentient beings.
Author bio: ...just some random guy on the internet.
The Avatars: Beginnings (A short story)	by Lisa Blackwood Feb. 06, 2012	9965 words	Sample 20%
When Gregory, a gargoyle and Avatar to the gods, wakes to a new life, he finds the female half of his soul is missing. He soon learns she has been captured by their oldest enemyâ€”the Lady of Battles. And that ancient rival has forced his soulmate to be reborn as a vulnerable child. To save her, Gregory will risk everything even if he must pay the ultimate price for his loyalty.
Author bio: Lisa Blackwood is a writer of fantasy romance, gardener, lover of music and all things book related. She grudgingly lives in a small town in Southern Ontario, though she would much rather live deep in a dark forest, surrounded by majestic old-growth trees. Since she cannot live her fantasy, she decided to write fantasy instead. An abundance of pets, named after various Viking gods, helps to keep the creativity flowing. Freya, her ever faithful and beloved hellhound, ensures Lisa takes a break from the computer so they can rid the garden of cats with delusions of conquest.
Family Thang	by james henderson Feb. 06, 2012	86481 words	Read a sample
Comedy: chaos and hilarity ensue when the patriarch of fractured family is poisoned.
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An-Nawawi's Forty Hadith	by Imaam An-Nawawi Feb. 06, 2012	5640 words	Read a sample
Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds. Eternal Guardian of the heavens and the earths, Disposer of all created beings, Despatcher of Messengers (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon them all) who were sent to those they have been entrusted to guide and to reveal the religious laws to, with positive signs and clear-cut proofs. I praise Him for His favours and ask Him to increase His...
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Sacrifices	by AM Kirkby Feb. 06, 2012	3517 words	Read a sample
In the Etruscan city of Cisra, the boy Karkana sacrifices his prize possession to help a prisoner of war. But the true implications of his act won't be felt till years later.
Author bio: A M Kirkby writes a wide range of fiction, including fantasy, SF and historical novels and short stories.
Bunny Oâ€™Sullivan and the Hawk	by Colin Marks Feb. 06, 2012	1977 words	Read a sample
Bunny Oâ€™Sullivan is a friendly rabbit who gets along with everyone. When a hawk sees him and his family chomping on Farmer Stubbins's cabbages, will Bunny Oâ€™Sullivan be able to get everyone back to the safety of their burrow before the hawk decides it's time for his lunch.
Author bio: British writer Colin Marks (born May, 1970) has so far only published a handful of short stories electronically, reaching #4 in the Amazon short story category. He is currently working on a novel for young adults which is due to be released in early 2012. This will be shortly followed by an adult thriller.
How To Make Devonshire Tea With Scones, Strawberry Jam and Clotted Cream	by Geezer Guides Feb. 06, 2012	1814 words	Read a sample
A favorite pastime for both locals and tourists this tradition should definitely be on your to-do list whenever you visit Devon. Real English tea with milk, fresh hot scones with homemade strawberry jam and mounds of clotted cream are what is on the menu at 4 oâ€™clock in the afternoon. This is an occasional indulgence so donâ€™t stress over the calories - just enjoy it.
Author bio: Baby Boomers Geoff and Vicky Wells are the Geezers of Geezer Guides. Geoff and Vicky split their time between Ontario, Canada and the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. Both love to cook, write and travel. You can find their personal website at http://www.geoffandvickywells.com
iPhoems I	by Frederik Christian Feb. 06, 2012	683 words	Read a sample
- Those With You And Me
Author bio: Writer/poet, born 1988. Published my first poetic work in Danish in the fall of 2010 at the Danish publishing house Darklights and has contributed to online magazines and performed several times live at stage. Thank you for reading! In danish: Digter/forfatter, f. 1988. Har udgivet digtsamlingen Jorden kalder pÃ¥ forlaget Darklights samt bidraget til tidsskrifter og optrÃ¥dt med poesi. Tak, fordi du lÃ¦ser med!
iFone-digte I	by Frederik Christian Feb. 06, 2012	602 words	Read a sample
- Dem med dig og mig
Author bio: Writer/poet, born 1988. Published my first poetic work in Danish in the fall of 2010 at the Danish publishing house Darklights and has contributed to online magazines and performed several times live at stage. Thank you for reading! In danish: Digter/forfatter, f. 1988. Har udgivet digtsamlingen Jorden kalder pÃ¥ forlaget Darklights samt bidraget til tidsskrifter og optrÃ¥dt med poesi. Tak, fordi du lÃ¦ser med!
The Blue Whales	by Gwen Grant Feb. 06, 2012	3593 words	Read a sample
Knocked down by a car and seriously injured, sixteen year old Michael is in a coma. But the blue whales he has never really liked since his Dad, a committed â€˜Save the Whaleâ€™ supporter, almost put him off all whales, are now not only helping Michael out of the coma but are also helping him forge a new relationship with his father.
Author bio: I have been writing for over 40 years and have loved every minute. I started writing poetry, then radio short stories, then books. My first novel, PRIVATE-KEEP OUT has been called 'the funniest children's book ever written' by Lucy Mangan of The Guardian newspaper. I've won the ACORN AWARD for picture books and have been short-listed for many other awards.At present, I am working on a new children's novel and have just finished the first draft of an adult novel.
How To Create Emotobooks for Grit City Publications	by Ron Gavalik Feb. 06, 2012	8147 words	Sample 20%
It's here! The second release of our long awaited handbook for writers and illustrators who wish to learn the intricacies of emotobooks for Grit City Publications: the first exclusive eReading fiction medium. This short handbook gives creators an easy to follow lesson in crafting EmotoSerials and EmotoSingles for our Revolution!
Author bio: Stuck in the dark and malevolent world of Grit City, I am submersed in the writing of that tale. Every month I push myself to the brink of self-destruction, but luckily I am able to surface from the lower depths of my writing space, unscathed. When the sun shines, you might find me walking the streets aimlessly or maybe biking on a remote trail. I hold a BS in Communications and an MA in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University.
The Paranormal Investigator	by Macy Reynolds Feb. 06, 2012	812 words	Read a sample
A paranormal investigator finds his horrible fate in his career.
Author bio: Hi! My name is Macy and i write stories. I range from comedy to horror to action. I hope you enjoy my stories!
Ten Things I Hate About Valentine's Day	by Margaret Finnegan Feb. 06, 2012	531 words	Read a sample
Short story. Poor Brian. He just never gets it right, and now he must pay.
Author bio: Margaret Finnegan is a writer and writing instructor. Her work has appeared in Salon, LA Times, FamilyFun and other publications. She has one husband, two teenagers, and one dog. She is very partial to the dog. Follow her blog at http://margaretfinnegan@blogspot.com
The Real Treasure	by Oksana Vasilenko Feb. 06, 2012	630 words	Read a sample
Once upon a time a king sent his three sons in search of the real treasure. What did they find?
Author bio: Burning Shining Keeping Darkness at bay Showing others the way Giving them courage to be Who they are. We are all Star Children and we must always remember this.
Urban Horror : City Slicker Short Horror Story	by richard GK stark Feb. 06, 2012	4790 words	Sample 20%
This is the first in a series of short Horror Stories by author Richard GK Stark, and as such is meant as a teaser. The first Four Short Stories is scheduled for release in April 2012. Each story features contemporary characters in everyday situations given a horrific twist - so the next time you find yourself in this situation... Here a PR Exec upsets a gypsy on the subway, invoking her curses.
Author bio: Richard GK Stark is based in the UK. His background includes a Degree in Physics and 17 years experience working in New Media Publishing - including Video, Books, CD-ROMs & Internet Publishing. He is also a talented Classical Singer, from which he now makes a full time living. (see http://www.richardstark.co.uk) He also runs a Publishing Company, RGK Media Ltd. He first noticed a talent for writing as a child, his stories became very popular with the other kids during school or on camping trips. Up until now working in Publishing and Opera Singing took up the majority of his time, usually confining writing to the 28th. & 29th. December in any given year. His first book - Four Short Horror Stories, includes two ideas he had on a camping trip when he was 13. More Short Horror Stories and Comedy/Fantasy works are planned for future release. He has also written two Operas.
My new breasts	by silverscalpel Feb. 06, 2012	675 words	Read a sample
Want to overhaul your looks?? IN a closed, conservative and multilayered society like India?? Think again, my friends... :)
Author bio: silverscalpel is the currrent pen name of the author. she is a geek at heart, with an old wanderer's soul.
Switched at Birth	by Barry Rachin Feb. 06, 2012	4675 words	Sample 20%
Jason Mangarelli would invite Adrian Flanagan to Thanksgiving dinner, but his mother, who is familiar with the girlâ€™s checkered past, disapproves. Perhaps itâ€™s time Jason established his own family traditions.
Author bio: About the Author Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Barry Rachin spent several years stationed in Yokuska, Japan as a Navy medic caring for casualties during the Vietnam War. He has studied at the University of Jerusalem, lived on a kibbutz for a year and holds a degree in clinical counseling from Simmons College. A self-taught woodworker, he presently lives in Attleboro, Massachusetts with his wife and two daughters.
Tales from the STAC Casebook	by David Robinson Feb. 06, 2012	6992 words	Read a sample
In the finest tradition of British amateur sleuths, you canâ€™t hide from Joe Murray, Chair of the Sanford 3rd Age Club as he cracks two puzzling little crimes on his own turf. Crooked {Cat} Publishing will be launching The Filey Connection, a full length Sanford 3rd Age Club Mystery on March 2nd 2012.
Author bio: Grumbling, middle-aged lunatic from Manchester NW England, I write in a number of genres, and while they may appear to be dramatically different, all my works have an element of either mystery, sci-fi, paranormal or horror or any combination about them. Currently running three separate series, (STAC, Spookies and Space Truckers) as well as producing major, stand alone novels. More works in the pipeline.
Why...a Bible Study for teens	by Heidi Kreider Feb. 06, 2012	2568 words	Read a sample
Sometimes life doesn't make sense and we don't know where to turn for answers. This seven day Bible study was written specifically for teens as they search for the answers to tough situations.
Author bio: As a mom, wife, and daughter of God, Heidi lives an ordinary life in the Midwest. Married almost 18 years to the one who holds her heart, she homeschools their youngest daughter having sent their two older children to private and public schools for the first time this year. Heidi's days are spent at volleyball practices, football games, homeschool co-op, prayer meetings, and at her favorite escapeâ€”the library. She finds time to bake bread, host sledding with her kids on snow days, and swim at a local community center. She has played in a F.R.O.G. and ridden in a Mighty Truck. She has also prayed many friends through the horrific battle of breast cancer. Her life is richer for the gift of these friends. Her busy schedule belies the the simple truths that form the foundation of her life: faith, grace, gratitude, generosity, and love. In some form or another, Heidi has imagined, shared, told, and written stories for as long as she can remember. Being called to share her stories has been a journey out of the ordinary. The Secret of Counting Gifts is her first published novel. Immensely grateful for her gift to craft words into stories that move readers from laughter to tears and back again, she is quick to credit the Creator for her talent. She continues to count her God-given gifts everyday. More of Heidi's thoughts, stories, and a collection of her Bible studies for children can be found on her blog, withthankfulhearts.blogspot.com.
Black Wednesday	by D. Anthony Brown Feb. 06, 2012	2007 words	Read a sample
Some women love diamonds, but the ladies who practice black sorcery... Well, it's best not to ask too many questions about their heart's desires. But at Vladmar's Wand Shoppe, you're guaranteed to find the perfect gift for the dark witch in your life.
Author bio: I am professional writer living and playing in Minnesota.
Alice and the World of Shadow II---a short preview	by Ernest Kinnie, PhD Feb. 06, 2012	5716 words	Sample 20%
People ask if Alice is writing a sequel to Alice and the World of Shadow. Yes she is. Here is a free preview of the first three chapters of Alice and the World of Shadow II. __________ Welcome to my second book. A small warning. If you are a prissy hypocrite, close the book right now. Not for you. I never realized so many people lived their whole lives in cocoons, safe from reality.
Author bio: The goal of my writings is to expand what you can feel, what you can think, and what you can become. They range from self-help psychology books to the wild adventures of a young girl, Alice, who can dance with the Shadow World. Iâ€™m a retired psychologist, using a lifetime of experience to create entertaining and useful books for your enjoyment and personal growth. A warning! The books and plays are not intended for the easily offended! Adult language is used when appropriate to the narrative, as in ALICE, and techniques for enhancing sexuality are given in THE MAGIC THEATER II.
Ferulic Acid Explained in Simple Terms	by andrew scherer Feb. 06, 2012	782 words	Read a sample
Now why is it that so much of what's written online about chemicals like ferulic acid is presented by people who seem to assume that all who read it will have a college degree in chemistry? Can't they dumb it down just a little bit?
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Chimpanzees in Dungarees (Illustrated)	by Chris Whitfield Feb. 06, 2012	43716 words	Read a sample
Babies Called Keith, Shellsuits, Reliant Robins, Tripe, No Smoking Areas, Knitting, Streetwise Dogs, The Deferential Working Class... Chimpanzees in Dungarees has more than ninety such disappearing things. Part satire, part nostalgia, part autobiography, part social commentary, this book has been written with one sole objective. To take the proverbial and have a laugh. Or is that two objectives?
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.
Fancy dress race	by Chris White Feb. 06, 2012	634 words	Read a sample
The next Annabelle and Robbie story.
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The Russian Blonde	by Robert Hendry Feb. 06, 2012	50690 words	Read a sample
Free e-book. The Lidiya Petrova series follows the lovely young wife of Russian Admiral Mikhail Petrov as different factions vie for power in the 1980s Soviet Union. Land, sea and air action, a chemical weapons plot to attack Scandinavia, submarines, Spetsnaz, a manhunt and romance in a convincing setting from an author who studied the USSR for over 30 years. Taste the series with this FREE e-book
Author bio: Hi there. My name is Robert Hendry, and over the past 30 years, I have 26 published Non-Fiction books in paper form. I recently decided I would like to branch out into the Fiction field, initially with a subject I have studied for a similar length of time, the Soviet Union. During that time I got to know a good deal about Soviet military hardware and operational doctrine, and after the break up of the USSR, it was interesting to actually see at first hand the stuff I had studied at a distance.Seeing a Termit Surface to surface missile fired for real beats any number of photos! The majority o COl War Era novels have a Western hero and Soviet baddies. In the 1980s, as the Brezhnev era ground to a stand, various factions view for power, and my novels have brought in a limited CIA or MI6 involvement, but the main action is between good guys and bad guys in the USSR. The First Novel to be relesed on Smashwords is "To Kill Our WOrthy Comrade", which covers a plot to assassinate the General Secretary at his dacha in the Crimea in 1981. The real 1991 plot took place at the replacement dacha just a few kilometres along the coast. The novel introduces the C-in-C of the Black Sea FLeet, Admiral Petrov who is drawn into the fight to defeat the plotters and a 19 year old girl communications rating, Lidiya. She is one of those girls who just seem to attract trouble, as you will discover in the Lidiya Petrova Series No 2 and No 3. I managed to get No 2, The Admiral's Woman on line, and if you felt that Lidiya had a pretty easy time in No 1, and landed on her feet, you will fidcover that things get a bit more hectic for the lovely Lidiya in "The Admiral's Woman". As you will have gathered I have these two very different publishing careers and I have thoroughly enjoyed both of them. As a historian, I have to rely on available sources, and imagination is not on. As a novelist, it is important to get facts right but after that the more imaginative and original the storyline the better. All the Best RObert H
derp 1	by Lorenzo Chewparsad Feb. 06, 2012	727 words	Sample 20%
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Coffee Break Story - Unfinished Business	by Catherine Daly Feb. 06, 2012	2889 words	Read a sample
A short, romantic tale about a woman who meets an old boyfriend at the most unexpected of times
Author bio: Although I qualified and worked as a pharmacist, I started writing during a career break after my second child was born. My first book, "All Shook Up" was published in 2004 by Poolbeg Press, and "Charlotte's Way" and "A French Affair" followed in 2005 and 2006. I have only just got around to converting them to e-books for readers who didn't get a chance to read them when they were in print.
Het ontslag (een Gemma Vlugzout)	by AnaÃ¯d Haen Feb. 06, 2012	3276 words	Read a sample
Als Gemma Vlugzout volkomen ten onrechte wordt ontslagen, klimt zij op onnavolgbare wijze in de pen.
Author bio: AnaÃ¯d Haen is een prijswinnend schrijfster, die met haar verhalen (naast nominaties bij Op Ruwe Planken en Troepiaal) de Unleash Award 2010 en al vier keer de themawedstrijd van Pure Fantasy heeft gewonnen. Haar verhalen zijn verschenen in Pure Fantasy, Dertien, Zee van Verbeelding, Verborgen achter de Horizon, Fantastisch strijdtoneel II en op Ruwe Planken 9.1. Ze schreef samen met Cocky van Dijk drie Sinterklaasmusicals. Jaarlijks organiseert ze de verhalenwedstrijd Fantastels. Ze schrijft verhalen en romans, vaak in samenwerking met Django Mathijsen. Dutch short story author, mainly writing fantasy and science fiction. In Dutch.
When Only The best Will Do	by robert renshaw Feb. 06, 2012	541 words	Read a sample
A man faces his stuggle to meet the results of his lifetime of giving himself to one true love
Author bio: Tall Fit Aussie, enjoys the good life and a good laugh. Discovered writing at an early age and enjoy the world it creates within me.Surrounded by lifes adventures,I have chosen a path that provides the most diverse and not always pleasant endings. My books are free to read, and please contact me anytime to discuss them.
Norah Gaughan Vol 10 Browse Book	by Get Inspired Books Feb. 05, 2012	1425 words	Read a sample
Royal Yarns' Browse Book - Norah Gaughan Vol 10 features 12 patterns for Berroco Versa, Berroco Captiva among many other Berroco yarns. The Browse Book shows all designs, sizing information and basic supply list for each pattern in this book. This book DOES NOT include pattern-making details. You can purchase the full pattern book and related yarns at www.RoyalYarns.
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Secrets of Successful Writers	by Darrell Pitt Feb. 05, 2012	52436 words	Read a sample
Writers speak about how to write, publish and promote your book in the age of digital publishing. Contains interviews with John Locke, Gordon Ferris, Stephen Carpenter, Dakota Banks, Linda Wisdom, Matthew Reilly, Loucinda McGary, David Lender, JR Rain, Jack Dann, Dale Brown, Stephanie McAfee, Andy Briggs, Kat Martin and many, many more.
Author bio: I'm a writer based in Melbourne, Australia. I love writing young adult fiction and I love hearing from my readers, so please send me an email at darrellpitt@gmail.com Here's five fast facts about me: 1. I'm a husband and father 2. I love science fiction 3. I've never met a chocolate I didn't like 4. I once met Jeffrey Deaver who, when I asked him for writing advice, told me, "Don't ever stop." 5. I once bought a copy of the single "Penny Lane" in Penny Lane, Liverpool.
Freebie	by Roderic Anderson Feb. 05, 2012	6757 words	Read a sample
Five short pieces expressing ideas on some key issues. 1. Writers: George Orwell's views. 2. Tolerance: Freedom of speech. 3. Science 4. Sex and the Church:What the Bible says about sex 5. Flying Doctor: Ideas about old age and death.
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Mister White (A Johnny Zero Casefile)	by Michael McClung Feb. 05, 2012	6341 words	Read a sample
In Miracle City, the cases are as unusual as the detective who solves them: Johnny Zero, the antithesis of magic, is a gumshoe on the mean and magical streets of Los Magi, the City of Mages. When he's hired by the most powerful man in Miracle City to shut down a guy who is cheating the uncheatable roulette wheel at the Four Queens Casino, Johnny learns a thing or two about history - and himself.
Author bio: Michael McClung was born in San Antonio, Texas, but now lives in Singapore. He has had the expected number of odd jobs required of a speculative fiction author, including soldier, book store manager, and bowling alley pin boy. His first book, the Sword & Sorcery novel "Thagoth," won the Del Rey Digital first novel competition in 2002. You can find his short dark fantasy work in the anthology "Flesh and Bone: Rise of the Necromancers" and in the upcoming anthologies "The Big Book of New Short Horror" and "The Trigger Reflex," all available from Pill Hill Press. In his spare time, Michael enjoys kickball, brooding and picking scabs.
Berroco Pattern Book 320 Big Kids / Little Kids Browse Book	by Get Inspired Books Feb. 05, 2012	2616 words	Read a sample
Royal Yarns' Browse Book - Berroco Book 320 Bid Kids Little Kids features 27 patterns for Berroco Circus and Vintage Colors yarns, among many others. The Browse Book shows all designs, sizing information and basic supply list for each pattern in this book. This book DOES NOT include pattern-making details. You can purchase books, yarns and tools at www.RoyalYans.com
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