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Non-Birthday Short Short Story by Rebecca Sorens Non-Birthday Short Short Story by Rebecca Sorens Feb. 17, 2012 469 words Read a sample
short story about a geeky computer guy whose cat gives him the right message
15 Healthy Snacks for Weight Loss: Quick and Easy Snacks that Taste Great for Busy Women on the Go by Jennifer Jolan 15 Healthy Snacks for Weight Loss: Quick and Easy Snacks that Taste Great for Busy Women on the Go by Jennifer Jolan Feb. 17, 2012 7008 words Read a sample
If you're interested in delicious foods to snack on that also help you lose weight, slow down your aging, and make you BUZZ with energy, then this new book by bestselling diet author Jennifer Jolan will show you how. This short, easy-to-read book shows you 15 of the most delicious, nutrient-packed snacks ever discovered for filling you with energy, burning fat and making you FEEL great all day!
CRASH Diet Plans for Women by Jennifer Jolan CRASH Diet Plans for Women by Jennifer Jolan Feb. 17, 2012 6382 words Read a sample
If you're interested in a "crash diet" to lose weight quickly (and do it in a safe and simple way) then this new book by bestselling diet author Jennifer Jolan is "must reading." And it covers the 7 most popular crash diets being hyped and promoted in the media. Here are ALL the facts about each one so you can take the GOOD parts of each diet and incorporate them into a healthy diet!
The Girl From Out Of Town - Act 1 by Matthew Farmer The Girl From Out Of Town - Act 1 by Matthew Farmer Feb. 17, 2012 31133 words Read a sample
A debut steam punk adventure story from author Matthew Farmer, starring a beautiful demon from another realm, magical steam powered golems, potion-powered guns, sky-ships, dragons and Navarr, the man from Accounts who is looking for love and adventure.
Entkommen! by Mathias Sorg Entkommen! by Mathias Sorg Feb. 17, 2012 3824 words Read a sample
Nackt und mit von einer unbekannten Droge vernebelten Sinnen stürmt Tim durch den haitianischen Dschungel. Grausame Erinnerungen kehren zurück. Erinnerungen an ein Voodoo Ritual, in das er und seine Reisegefährten hineingelockt wurden. Sie mussten sterben, doch er war entkommen. Er hat nur eine Chance zu überleben: Er muss das dominikanische Dorf Pepilo Salcedo erreichen! Wird er es schaffen?!
Explain That to a Martian 2 by Gary Weston Explain That to a Martian 2 by Gary Weston Feb. 18, 2012 3921 words Read a sample
I had visitors. They had come all the way from Mars for my fish finger sandwiches.
A Little Mermaid’s Under the Sea Adventure by Anne Spackman A Little Mermaid’s Under the Sea Adventure by Anne Spackman Feb. 18, 2012 898 words Read a sample
A mermaid named Lily goes on an adventure.
Place of My Dreams by Laurel C Kriegler Place of My Dreams by Laurel C Kriegler Feb. 18, 2012 1741 words Read a sample
A frustrated writer, determined to pen some words, looks out of the window and things begin to happen. Where will her dreams take her? And are they really dreams, or something more tangible?
The Sensitive by Antony Bennett The Sensitive by Antony Bennett Feb. 18, 2012 1997 words Read a sample
The derelict house holds a secret that has been waiting countless years to be discovered, and one unsuspecting boy holds the key which will unleash the fear.
Le clivage français by Lundi Le clivage français by Lundi Feb. 18, 2012 1621 words Read a sample
Qu'est-ce que le clivage ? Quelques exemples de clivage. À quoi sert le clivage ? Quels sont ses inconvénients ? Pourquoi la France se complait-elle dans le clivage ?
Beheaded (Vampin Book Series #8) by Jamie Ott Beheaded (Vampin Book Series #8) by Jamie Ott Feb. 18, 2012 9883 words Sample 30%
Vampin is a long running miniseries of novelettes, sometimes compared to The Baby-sitters Club. It's written for tweens and teens, and is about young girls who go to war in the face of a vampire apocalypse.
A Pretty Girl by Boyd Lemon A Pretty Girl by Boyd Lemon Feb. 18, 2012 5229 words Read a sample
A short story of a pretty teenage girl with serious self-esteem problems, who is burdened by the common female belief that what is important about her is her looks.
The Country House: A Short Story by Jonathan Brett The Country House: A Short Story by Jonathan Brett Feb. 18, 2012 7629 words Read a sample
Gabe has writer's block and needs a break, so he goes to a country house where everything may not be what it seems.
The Nobleman: A Short Story by Jonathan Brett The Nobleman: A Short Story by Jonathan Brett Feb. 18, 2012 3934 words Read a sample
Darren spends his last days in a nursing home, remembering a promise more than eighty years before that will mean his death.
Weaving the Strands of Love by Lazette Gifford Weaving the Strands of Love by Lazette Gifford Feb. 18, 2012 3489 words Read a sample
One brother will be king and another a powerful mage, but it is a simple spell that will truly change their lives.
Sagan om den fattige prinsen by Björn Björkegren Sagan om den fattige prinsen by Björn Björkegren Feb. 18, 2012 207 words Read a sample
Se titel. (Ur sagosamlingen "Tusen och en dag" på förlaget Majorna Moisture&Partners)
The Journal by JT Lewis The Journal by JT Lewis Feb. 18, 2012 3856 words Read a sample
Coming to grips with the loss of his grandfather, young Gabriel Celtic gains new understanding, and respect for the man that had been his mentor. The Journal is part of the prequel of Murder! Too Close to Home by JT Lewis. Part of the Adventures of Gabriel Celtic.
Easy Come, Easy Go by Ayla Starr Easy Come, Easy Go by Ayla Starr Feb. 18, 2012 5610 words Read a sample
"Beyond the mask we make, is the mask we are."
Truth's Consequence, A Braji Short Tale by P. S. Wright Truth's Consequence, A Braji Short Tale by P. S. Wright Feb. 18, 2012 4966 words Read a sample
A further exploration of Kraut's life after Brajilliana. Kraut must make the difficult decision to tell the truth. He learns that truth does not set you free, or even relieve the pain of regret, but it just might set you on a new course for a better life. A short, short story based on a character from the novel Braji.
Life is a Circle? by Robert Louis Life is a Circle? by Robert Louis Feb. 18, 2012 182 words Read a sample
A short poem for reflection.
Black Woods by Laura Wright LaRoche Black Woods by Laura Wright LaRoche Feb. 18, 2012 40057 words Read a sample
Avid mushroom hunters and volunteers with the local Search and Rescue Department, Laura and Julie, who are in their sixties, remember that first encounter in the woods years ago. Four young men, who are fun by nature, travel to the woods with high hopes of a hunt they won't forget. A call to the Search and Rescue Department will bring them shockingly together in the... Black Woods. Adult Language
A Story Called Philophobia by Ayla Starr A Story Called Philophobia by Ayla Starr Feb. 18, 2012 1347 words Read a sample
You force yourself not to chase after him.
The Gift Shop by Kevin Coryell The Gift Shop by Kevin Coryell Feb. 18, 2012 732 words Read a sample
What does a fatal car accident and a gift shop have in common? Read "The Gift Shop" by Kevin Coryell to find out!
The Illuminators by Ray Daley The Illuminators by Ray Daley Feb. 18, 2012 849 words Read a sample
Every person thinks they have one good book in them. It is the job of The Illuminators to sort the good from the bad. Sometimes they are wrong. This is one example.
Bean Sidhe by Reagen Dandridge Desilets Bean Sidhe by Reagen Dandridge Desilets Feb. 18, 2012 8445 words Read a sample
After her parents' death, Niya becomes a recluse from society. Her best friend, Rebecca, takes her backpacking in the Carolina Appalachian Mountains, hoping to lift her spirits, but they instead discover the impending death of an old friend. Can Niya face the creature that has come to collect his soul and save his life?
The Clog Skates by Warne Wilson The Clog Skates by Warne Wilson Feb. 18, 2012 3128 words Sample 20%
The story of a young Dutch couple, Hans and Gretchen, starting with the 200 kilomtre ice skating race in Holland in 1954. They immigrate to Melbourne Australia to start a family and over the years Hans becomes a successful tradesman painter. They take their children to an ice rink and Hans amazes them with his skill. When Hans dies as an old man the family searches for his clog skates.
Drained by Paul Maitrejean Drained by Paul Maitrejean Feb. 18, 2012 1156 words Read a sample
A mysterious rash of bizarre murders has struck Minneapolis, each victim meticulously exsanguinated. Rich, an FBI agent, has been assigned to find and apprehend the killer. But things are not entirely as they seem . . .
Unconventional Taste from The House of Blerotica by Renise B Unconventional Taste from The House of Blerotica by Renise B Feb. 18, 2012 6378 words Read a sample
Short, sexy and straight to the point. The House of Blerotica series is a collection of short African American erotica. Tales of three women with unconventional jobs. They each have their own ways of handling business but their clients tend to desire more than just their professional services
Breaking and Entering by Renise B Breaking and Entering by Renise B Feb. 18, 2012 1947 words Read a sample
Short, sexy and straight to the point. The House of Blerotica series is a collection of short African American erotica. When a thief breaks into Kera's house, she isn't upset that he's trying to steal from her, she's upset to be woken up on the only night she would have been able to get eight hours of sleep. Seeing how sexy yet naive the thief is, Kera decides to use him as her personal sleep aid.
Mil by Björn Björkegren Mil by Björn Björkegren Feb. 18, 2012 104 words Read a sample
Låt inför Eurovision Song Contest 2013? Yeah! (Ur "Takt&Ton" på Förlaget Oktaven)
Germaphobia Singapura by B.M. Hodges Germaphobia Singapura by B.M. Hodges Feb. 18, 2012 14472 words Read a sample
Roy had always dreamed of living abroad in the tropics, somewhere remote and exotic. So accepting the offer to teach in Singapore was a no-brainer. But poor Roy failed to anticipate how living in one of the world's most densely populated cities would arouse his intuitive preoccupation with cleanliness.
Change the World one: sleeping giant by Rob Hackney Change the World one: sleeping giant by Rob Hackney Feb. 19, 2012 3408 words Read a sample
Max woke up in this place one day knowing only that someone would be back for him. The lack of anything tangible to grasp in terms of a memory or clue to his own identity is compounded by the refusal of nurses and orderlies alike to part with even scraps of information. A kind of currency here. And yet at one time, he reasons, Max has known everything. He has forgotten though, as if on purpose.
Angel by JT Lewis Angel by JT Lewis Feb. 19, 2012 6539 words Read a sample
Pulled out of a car wreck in progress, Gabriel finds himself in a strange room with a stranger like he has never met before. Angel is part of the prequel of Murder! Too Close to Home by JT Lewis, part of the 'Adventures of Gabriel Celtic'.
My Vampire, My Valentine: A FREE Holiday Vampire Poem by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer My Vampire, My Valentine: A FREE Holiday Vampire Poem by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer Feb. 19, 2012 686 words Read a sample
He brought it at night Yes, straight to my door; A Valentine so pretty I couldn’t ignore. His hands as he passed it Were pale and so cold; The look in his eyes Was centuries old...
Buryin' Gran and Other Stories by Frederick A. Lierman Buryin' Gran and Other Stories by Frederick A. Lierman Feb. 19, 2012 40021 words Read a sample
Bittersweet tales about love, life and death.
Someone Stole My Siesmograph by Steve Skeewiff Someone Stole My Siesmograph by Steve Skeewiff Feb. 19, 2012 6122 words Read a sample
Steve Skeewiff's collection of poetry and comedy mixes sublime silliness with furious satirical outbursts.
My Night With Rosa by Robert Ceivers My Night With Rosa by Robert Ceivers Feb. 19, 2012 3535 words Read a sample
This is a real-life tale of the night I spent with Rosa, the hottest night of sex I've ever had.
The Borough by Steve Dockray The Borough by Steve Dockray Feb. 19, 2012 96382 words Read a sample
It's the late 1980s and Sharmouth Council is having a difficult time. Accountant Dave Winner teams up with auditor Sally Travis to get to the bottom of things, but their investigations soon bring them into conflict with a powerful businessman who will stop at nothing. Ill-suited to a James Bond lifestyle, our heroes lurch from comic incompetence to improbable success, but corruption has a price.
The Journal Art Shop:36 Art Journaling Background Methods, Techniques and Ideas by Amber J Cabrera The Journal Art Shop:36 Art Journaling Background Methods, Techniques and Ideas by Amber J Cabrera Feb. 19, 2012 14375 words Sample 5%
Art journaling is becoming the "new art" among everyday people. Those who want to turn up their journaling entries and insert their individual creativity can do so by starting here. This book gives 36 different background techniques that will make each journal page special and original. Take these methods and expand upon them as you see fit. There is no limit to what you can create with this book.
Performance Poems by Ant Smith Performance Poems by Ant Smith Feb. 19, 2012 5369 words Read a sample
Punk-folk performance poems by The GameCat
Marine Corps Boot Camp Survival Guide: Everything You Need To Know To Prepare For (And Live Through) Marine Corps Boot Camp by Amber J Cabrera Marine Corps Boot Camp Survival Guide: Everything You Need To Know To Prepare For (And Live Through) Marine Corps Boot Camp by Amber J Cabrera Feb. 19, 2012 18182 words Sample 5%
For those who are planning to go into the Marine Corps, those who wonder what happens in boot camp and for those who have been and would like to remember, this is the book for you. This read is a realistic, direct to the point narrative that explains what every recruit needs to know in order to survive Marine Corps boot camp.
Old Friend by Matthew Stephens Old Friend by Matthew Stephens Feb. 19, 2012 1140 words Read a sample
Lou Anne recieves a visit from an old high school friend, only to find out he's not quite what he used to be.
Pin-up Press Super Short Sampler # 1 by Shanna Vollentine Pin-up Press Super Short Sampler # 1 by Shanna Vollentine Feb. 19, 2012 6039 words Read a sample
Two Super-Short but extra steamy stories. Driving Test by Genevieve Jourdin-- Kelly is taking her driving test, but will sitting beside a sexy cop be more than she can handle? There's a First Time for Everything is an excerpt from Unforgettable by Shanna Vollentine-- It's Juliet's and Ethan's night of firsts.
Muhammad the Greatest by Ahmed Deedat Muhammad the Greatest by Ahmed Deedat Feb. 19, 2012 14053 words Read a sample
"And most certainly, thou (O Muhammad) are of most sublime and exalted character." (The Holy Qur’ân, 68:4) How the Topic Arose About ten years ago, a distant cousin of mine - Mr. Mohamed Mehtar Farooki gave me a typed quotation by the French historian, Lamartine. The quotation [A detailed exposition of the quotation will be found on page 38] purported to prove that Muhammad (pbuh)...
Pin-up Press Super Short Sampler # 1 by Genevieve Jourdin Pin-up Press Super Short Sampler # 1 by Genevieve Jourdin Feb. 19, 2012 6039 words Read a sample
Two Super-Short but extra steamy stories. Driving Test by Genevieve Jourdin--Kelly is taking her driving test, but will sitting beside a sexy cop be more than she can handle? There's a First Time for Everything an excerpt from Unforgettable by Shanna Vollentine- It's Juliet's and Ethan's night of firsts.
Doppelganger: A Novel of Refuge by Doug Dandridge Doppelganger: A Novel of Refuge by Doug Dandridge Feb. 19, 2012 94579 words Read a sample
Kurtvon Mannerheim had never wanted to become ruler. He had enough of leadership during the bloodbath that was the Second World War. But the Gods of Refuge had prophesized such, and so he had become Emperor. The Empress Gwenara was kidnapped from his Capital. Now Kurt must ride the trail of war again, if he wishes to save her from a fate worse than death. And her soul from damnation.
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%
Sounds like an easy gig for New Orleans private eye Lucien Caye. Escort a pretty lady to the bayous to confirm her father had died accidentally. Gator got him.
Creativity and Intention in Evolution by Albert Low Creativity and Intention in Evolution by Albert Low Feb. 19, 2012 8847 words Read a sample
Charles Darwin has changed for ever the way we see ourselves, and our place in the universe. The debate between the Creationists and the neo-Darwinians continues in full fury. One outcome of this has been to see Darwin’s theory become entrenched as a dogma, defended by evangelical apologists, and no longer a reasonable account of how human beings have evolved from earlier life forms.
Words and Other Stuff by Gary Weston Words and Other Stuff by Gary Weston Feb. 19, 2012 1206 words Read a sample
If it's big heavy poems you are trying to find, to stimulate brains and clog up your mind, then this bit of light stuff won't do for you. Put a smile on your face is all it will do. If you like quirky poems, Please check out poet Barnaby Wilde. I highly recommend his poems. You will love it.
Top 10 Treats of Trusty Girlfriendship by Janet Grosshandler Top 10 Treats of Trusty Girlfriendship by Janet Grosshandler Feb. 19, 2012 2355 words Read a sample
Top 10 Treats of Trusty Girlfriendship celebrates the deep connection of girlfriends who are there through "thick and thin." Whether you are in our 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s or 60+’s, you have those mega-girlfriends who define “There for you whenever you need me!”