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MovieFreak by Keith Helinski MovieFreak by Keith Helinski Jan. 24, 2012 76371 words Read a sample
MovieFreak is a collection of movie reviews, short stories, and columns written by Keith Helinski over the years. Features published pieces from MovieFreak.com
Posterized by Andrew Larson Posterized by Andrew Larson Dec. 22, 2011 55684 words Sample 15%
Sports. Comedy. Jesus. Ever wonder what Martin Luther would write about if he loved to watch LeBron shot-block layups into the twelfth row? Or if Karl Barth watched four hours of SportsCenter a day? Wonder no more, friend.
The London Blogger: Blogservations on life and its many f***ing irritants. by Robert Clear The London Blogger: Blogservations on life and its many f***ing irritants. by Robert Clear Aug. 28, 2011 54932 words Read a sample
London is a windscreen on the world, splattered with the mosquito-like remains of life’s many irritants. Here the London Blogger wipes it clean using life’s detergent: laughter.
Balls! A History of the Euro 2012 Teams by Chris Whitfield Balls! A History of the Euro 2012 Teams by Chris Whitfield May 13, 2012 54230 words Sample 30%
An irreverent and informative look at the history of the sixteen football teams represented at the 2012 Euros. It is a journey across Europe and the World that takes in the sights of glory, humiliation, politics, war, visionaries, parochialism, corruption, gamesmanship and pies. If you like football, you will love this book. It is complete and utter Balls!
Chimpanzees in Dungarees by Chris Whitfield Chimpanzees in Dungarees by Chris Whitfield Dec. 21, 2011 43715 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?
Chimpanzees in Dungarees (Illustrated) by Chris Whitfield Chimpanzees in Dungarees (Illustrated) by Chris Whitfield Feb. 06, 2012 43704 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?
My Life Has Gone to the Dogs (and Cats) by C.A. Beach My Life Has Gone to the Dogs (and Cats) by C.A. Beach March 18, 2012 40937 words Read a sample
A humorous and sometimes tearful look at the animals who transformed the author's life. "My Life Has Gone to the Dogs (and Cats)" shows what happens when you open your heart and your living space to these furry creatures we call - pets - companions - and best friends.
A Terribly Filthy Little Jokebook by Rob Loughran A Terribly Filthy Little Jokebook by Rob Loughran April 26, 2011 39866 words Read a sample
How come Smokey-the-Bear doesn't have any children? Because everytime his wife gets hot he throws dirt on her and beats her with a shovel. What's worse than having a doctor tell you that you have gonorrhea? Having a dentist tell you. How do you get a nun pregnant? Dress her up like an altar boy. What do you call a surfer dude who doesn't have a girlfriend? Homeless. Want more?
Revolutions for Fun and Profit! by Ryan Shattuck Revolutions for Fun and Profit! by Ryan Shattuck July 27, 2010 39729 words Read a sample
Want to start a revolution but don’t know where to begin? This guidebook is for you! Inside, you will find answers to all your questions about revolutions, including: Is it okay for revolutionaries to wear white after Labor Day? Which was more dangerous: the French Revolution or the Dance Dance Revolution? All these questions - AND MORE - will be answered in this revolutionary guidebook!
Expectador ativo by Luciano Arruda Expectador ativo by Luciano Arruda Sep. 11, 2010 39241 words Read a sample
Você nunca mais assistirá uma apresentação ao vivo da mesma maneira, após ler esses relatos. A saga de um cara comum que gosta de assistir shows de Rock. Histórias reais que aconteceram comigo, como expectador, contadas de uma maneira diferente do usual. Para se recordar de grandes shows, dar risadas, ou mesmo morrer de inveja por não ter ido.
Talent Is Optional: Gamey Ruminations from Josh Muggins’s Blog-Like Thing 2008-2010 by Josh Muggins Talent Is Optional: Gamey Ruminations from Josh Muggins’s Blog-Like Thing 2008-2010 by Josh Muggins Oct. 08, 2011 32183 words Read a sample
The author of “Wussie: In Praise of Spineless Men” grapples with his porn addiction, plots to eradicate monogamy, and ponders the Great Orifice Shift in this shimmering assortment of polished turds from his blog. Features “Consider the Handjob.”
Dilemele lui Comanescu by Iulian Comanescu Dilemele lui Comanescu by Iulian Comanescu May 10, 2011 31605 words Read a sample
A collection of texts published in "Dilema veche" between 2006 and 2011.
Dilemele lui Comanescu by Iulian Comanescu Dilemele lui Comanescu by Iulian Comanescu May 10, 2011 31605 words Read a sample
A collection of texts published in "Dilema veche" between 2006 and 2011.
Filmutopia's Movie Blog - Year One by Clive Davies-Frayne Filmutopia's Movie Blog - Year One by Clive Davies-Frayne May 30, 2010 30221 words Read a sample
A collection of articles about surviving the movie industry as full time media-hobo and screenwriter. These articles go to the heart of what it is like to write spec screenplays for the industry, whilst at the same time trying to make sense of the evolution of movie making in a digital age. The author is an award winning writer/movie director and originator of Lone Gun Manifesto Movie Making.
It's All About The Money by Nick Comer It's All About The Money by Nick Comer Jan. 06, 2012 29753 words Read a sample
6 University Graduate friends attempt to make £1 million pounds from a list of 6 ideas, having become bored of daily 9am-5pm working life - 2 years after all studying together at University. The film follows the 6 characters through these 6 realistic ideas and the stories which evolve from completing them, to see if they ultimately make the £1 million.
Mann on Film: It's a Mad World and other essays by S. E. Mann Mann on Film: It's a Mad World and other essays by S. E. Mann Dec. 02, 2009 29175 words Read a sample
S.E. Mann celebrates American cinema and culture in this first in a series of books on entertainment. From his Tokyo hideaway, S.E. Mann offers up a blue plate special of juicy insight garnished with humor and gushing with delicious admiration for America's most beloved institution, Hollywood.
Mentally Irregular - Rantings of a Bitter, Lonely Son of a Bitch by Ty McClenahan Mentally Irregular - Rantings of a Bitter, Lonely Son of a Bitch by Ty McClenahan Oct. 13, 2011 29146 words Read a sample
This is a somewhat short piece, in the spirit of George Carlin's work. It's about my life, and my somewhat different (and hopefully entertaining) view of the world. I had a few ideas for a cover image, but I apparently don't have any friends that do graphic design anymore. I don't see the point in an ebook cover anyway. It's free. Download. Read.
Not Quite A Hero by Chronimax Not Quite A Hero by Chronimax Oct. 10, 2010 27701 words Read a sample
A young rebel, expelled from school at 16 and facing criminal charges, turns to the Army for help. Soon after, he would discover that his real problems were not at home, but rather waiting for him in boot camp. Follow the incredible journey of a boy who leaves home on his 17th birthday and has to fight every day of his life thereafter just to make it through the next 15 weeks of pure hell.
Profound Perspectives by Timothy Tober Wright Profound Perspectives by Timothy Tober Wright Jan. 17, 2009 27657 words Read a sample
My gift to you, a book of Poetry and Prose, lived and written by an aspiring Author. This free poetry book is more than just another free book of poems, it may literally change your life. Something for almost everyone, this book is sure to make you glad you took the time to download it. Don't let the fact that it's free take away from the content, you won't be disappointed.
Mind Nuggets by Brian Montgomery Mind Nuggets by Brian Montgomery April 29, 2011 27183 words Read a sample
A collection of letters, short stories, and thought provoking articles guaranteed to enlighten and entertain.
101 tips on CURRY HOUSES in Manchester by 101 tips 101 tips on CURRY HOUSES in Manchester by 101 tips Nov. 10, 2011 26756 words Read a sample
The curry scene in Manchester is a-changing. This book reviews a lengthy selection of curry houses in both Manchester centre, and Rusholme
Dispatches from a Public Librarian by Scott Douglas Dispatches from a Public Librarian by Scott Douglas Oct. 20, 2009 26500 words Read a sample
Contains 34 dispatches of "Dispatches from a Public Librarian" from McSweeney's contributer, Scott Douglas. Also includes several other library themed essays.
Ho ammazzato la balena by Alex Malex Ho ammazzato la balena by Alex Malex July 21, 2011 26003 words Read a sample
La raccolta “Ho ammazzato la balena” non è solamente un insieme di racconti paradossali, al limite dell’assurdo, o la realtà narrata da un “diverso” punto di vista, apparentemente folle, ma è la descrizione di qualcosa o di qualcuno che non è esattamente ciò che sembra essere...
ANESthetized by Doug McCoy ANESthetized by Doug McCoy March 23, 2012 24873 words Read a sample
A memoir of the Nintendo Entertainment System and what it meant to one child of the '80s.
The Unofficial Roku Channel Guide; Annotated - April 2012 by Smith & Smith Publishers The Unofficial Roku Channel Guide; Annotated - April 2012 by Smith & Smith Publishers Dec. 22, 2011 24160 words Read a sample
Updated for APRIL 2012 Now with a New Table of Contents and Links for easy reading and navigation! This Roku Channel Guide includes Access Codes and Links to Channels available on the Roku set top box. Roku is an inexpensive device, one inch tall and less than five inches wide. It sits next to your television and streams video and music from an Internet connection to your television.
My 5 Memorable Haircuts by Lee Carey My 5 Memorable Haircuts by Lee Carey Nov. 10, 2011 22327 words Read a sample
"No appointment needed and no itchy neck." After recently receiving a sloppy haircut, instead of complaining, I decided to use it for something positive. My mind flashed back to some memorable haircuts I'd received over many years. Five were worthy to share with you. This compilation of short stories is full of humor, good memories, and will lend you a peek into the past. Enjoy and keep smilin'...
A Man and His Maniac: The Bunkie Story - Second Edition by Charles Emery A Man and His Maniac: The Bunkie Story - Second Edition by Charles Emery March 15, 2010 20190 words Read a sample
A Man and His Maniac: The Bunkie Story – Second Edition, is a heartfelt memoir about Bunkie, the yellow Labrador Retriever Wonder dog.
Arcadian by Doug McCoy Arcadian by Doug McCoy March 23, 2012 19832 words Read a sample
A memoir of the great arcade games of the 1980s as played by a child of the '80s.
Bros & Hoes In Prose by Slava Pastukhov Bros & Hoes In Prose by Slava Pastukhov Feb. 01, 2011 18907 words Read a sample
What’s this book about? Nothing really, but it’s quite funny. This book is a collection of short essays that cover all aspects of life; from hipsters to hand jobs and from rap moguls to Ron Artest. It’s best read on a crowded subway or in the middle of a wedding ceremony so that strangers can reward your loud guffaws with stone-cold stares of appreciation.
Never Trust a Goat by Tracy Farr Never Trust a Goat by Tracy Farr Dec. 20, 2009 18113 words Read a sample
"Never Trust a Goat" is a collection of 23 humorous essays written by columnist Tracy Farr. Follow along as he discovers why goats prefer chocolate cake over grass; why French women never exercise and remain skinny; as well as why the world would be a better place if more people played the banjo!
Voting Under the Influence of Fox News by Rodney Ohebsion Voting Under the Influence of Fox News by Rodney Ohebsion April 14, 2012 17955 words Read a sample
Liberal political pundit Rodney Ohebsion takes shots at the Republican Party.
Breve Storia della Letteratura Erotica Antica e Medioevale by Amodio Tortora Breve Storia della Letteratura Erotica Antica e Medioevale by Amodio Tortora Feb. 21, 2012 17639 words Read a sample
Breve Storia della Letteratura Erotica Antica e Medioevale
The Silver Lining - Moral Deliberations in Films by Sam Vaknin The Silver Lining - Moral Deliberations in Films by Sam Vaknin Jan. 03, 2010 17524 words Read a sample
Moral deliberations and philosophical dimensions in eight modern films.
Vivid Scribe Collected Features volume 2 by Kate Krake Vivid Scribe Collected Features volume 2 by Kate Krake April 25, 2012 15667 words Read a sample
A second volume of pop culture themed feature articles from Vivid Scribe, plus an all new essay written especially for this book.
The Free, Online, Concise Guide to No Limit Holdem Poker by Poker Anon The Free, Online, Concise Guide to No Limit Holdem Poker by Poker Anon Aug. 30, 2010 14431 words Read a sample
Whether you play poker for fun, play for real money or are preparing for a poker tournament fundraiser this guide will tutor you on the basics of poker and beyond. And it's free. This guide includes: - Playing styles; their advantages and vulnerabilities, - the mathematics of poker including outs, odds, percentages, pot odds, and implied odds - additional suggested readings
How to Win at Baccarat: A Tricky Strategy Accidentally Uncovered by Alan Samonte How to Win at Baccarat: A Tricky Strategy Accidentally Uncovered by Alan Samonte May 20, 2012 13161 words Read a sample
Every time he would bet 1,000 pesos on Banker hand – I would add 100 pesos on his bet – making it a total of 1,100 pesos. If we won, we would be given 1,045 in winnings (minus 5% commission). This pleased me because my new friend would give me my full of 100 pesos winnings while he pays all the commission.
Vivid Scribe Collected Features volume 1 by Kate Krake Vivid Scribe Collected Features volume 1 by Kate Krake April 03, 2012 12986 words Read a sample
A collection of pop culture themed feature articles from Vivid Scribe, plus an all new essay exclusive to this book.
Pop! Thinking: User Friendly Essays on Popular Culture vol. 1 by Kate Krake Pop! Thinking: User Friendly Essays on Popular Culture vol. 1 by Kate Krake March 12, 2012 12732 words Read a sample
An anthology of user friendly essays on popular culture, written by the team at Vivid Scribe. Topics cover TV, music, film, literature, comics and collecting pop culture merchandise.
The Nine Mistakes Gamblers Make by Alan Samonte The Nine Mistakes Gamblers Make by Alan Samonte March 23, 2011 11998 words Read a sample
All gamblers believe that they know how to win, and so they keep coming back to the casinos. It's a pity but only really very few know how it is done. Discover what lurks in the minds of winning gamblers. This e-book reveals the secret on what it takes to be a consistent casino winner.
Nonsense For Nothing by Shane Lou Nonsense For Nothing by Shane Lou Oct. 29, 2011 11803 words Read a sample
"Nonsense For Nothing" is a compilation of the most entertaining essays written by the author for his comedy blog, "I'm Having A Laugh." Pop culture, eyeglasses, hand sanitizers, online dating, the author's seventh-grade social studies notebook...all of the topics you think about on a daily basis are covered in "Nonsense For Nothing." It'll make sense once you read it.
We brain wash you without your consent. God's manual for the media. by Free From Bondage Ministry We brain wash you without your consent. God's manual for the media. by Free From Bondage Ministry Oct. 21, 2010 11683 words Read a sample
God's manual for the media. Because God doesn't want you to be lied to. He loves you. So read and learn. After all, God's people are in bondage because they have no knowledge. Gain the knowledge, and free yourself from the bondage of the media.
TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson Dec. 21, 2010 11574 words Read a sample
Excerpt Teen tell all book (War For Your Dreams) Bullying, Child Abuse, Welfare, College Dropout, Pregnancy, Welfare AND THE ESCAPE FROM IT ALL
TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson Dec. 21, 2010 11574 words Sample 20%
Excerpt Teen tell all book (War For Your Dreams) Bullying, Child Abuse, Welfare, College Dropout, Pregnancy, Welfare AND THE ESCAPE FROM IT ALL
Rantalicious: Spring has Sprung (Thrifty eBook Series) by Alisa Steinberg Rantalicious: Spring has Sprung (Thrifty eBook Series) by Alisa Steinberg June 01, 2011 11186 words Read a sample
To kick-off Rantalicious' Thrifty eBook Series, Alisa Dana Steinberg is celebrating the last month of Spring in "Rantalicious: Spring has Sprung" with three humorous and heartwarming true-life tales for the season and all-year-round.
Before there was Beer Pong... by Brenda Cothern Before there was Beer Pong... by Brenda Cothern June 06, 2011 11079 words Read a sample
45 different party games that are from the 1980's. Some are still around while others have been taken out of the closet and dusted off for the next generation to play! Great to add to your phone so the games can go to any party with you!
Kim Kardashian For President by Rodney Ohebsion Kim Kardashian For President by Rodney Ohebsion April 21, 2012 10987 words Read a sample
Rodney Ohebsion on work, taxes, government spending, and economics.
Indian bridegroom by bala subrahmanyam kambala Indian bridegroom by bala subrahmanyam kambala Jan. 21, 2012 10858 words Read a sample
A story of an orphan, how he managed to achieve success in life and get married.
BASTA CON LOS CALCETINES, YA! 113 IDEAS DE NAVIDAD IMPRESIONANTE REGALO PARA PAPA! by Kristopher B. Kringle BASTA CON LOS CALCETINES, YA! 113 IDEAS DE NAVIDAD IMPRESIONANTE REGALO PARA PAPA! by Kristopher B. Kringle Nov. 04, 2010 10667 words Read a sample
TASA DE ESTE LIBRO, POR FAVOR! Los papás tienen miedo de Navidad. ¿Por qué? Este libro es el hombre de un modo de llegar a la "Hermandad de los papás", un grupo de muy señores calumniado que sienten el dolor y la angustia de tener que mostrar la falsa sinceridad cada vez que la familia se reúne alrededor del árbol de Navidad y abrir los regalos de cambio.
The Hole Between Mine and Yours: Liquid Logic from a Dirty Tumbler by Christina M. Grey The Hole Between Mine and Yours: Liquid Logic from a Dirty Tumbler by Christina M. Grey Aug. 14, 2011 9716 words Read a sample
Waves of words about science and sin
Twitterario by Eduardo Acevedo Twitterario by Eduardo Acevedo Sep. 01, 2010 9403 words Read a sample
Twitter literario de @AcevedoEduardo. Recopilación de tweets para que usted se relaje, sonría y se deje llevar -hasta puede conmoverse. Se recomienda leerlo cuando le dé la gana.