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The Grave by Mike Bennett The Grave by Mike Bennett Feb. 07, 2012 Free! 5359 words Read a sample
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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".
Grubby the Eighth Dwarf by Vaughan Tucker Grubby the Eighth Dwarf by Vaughan Tucker Feb. 07, 2012 $1.99 21514 words Sample 20%
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Mr. Smartass by Ryan Daly Mr. Smartass by Ryan Daly Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 97172 words Sample 20%
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Ryan Daly peaked early when voted Most Talented by his 11th grade class. Now after thirteen years, he has started living up to that title by publishing his first novel, Mr. Smartass, and managing a blog called Why I Cry. He is a writer and co-producer of the web-series K-911: The Series. He lives in Vermont with his wife, a very patient and forgiving woman.
Boost by Steve Brewer Boost by Steve Brewer Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 61550 words Sample 20%
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Steve Brewer is the author of more than 20 books, including the recent crime novels LOST VEGAS, THE BIG WINK, CALABAMA and FIREPOWER. His first novel, LONELY STREET, was made into an independent Hollywood comedy starring Robert Patrick, Jay Mohr and Joe Mantegna. BOOST currently is under film/TV option. Brewer's short fiction appeared in the anthologies DAMN NEAR DEAD, THE LAST NOEL, CRIMES BY MOONLIGHT and WEST COAST CRIME WAVE, and he's published articles in magazines such as Mystery Scene, Crimespree and Mystery Readers' Journal. A writing coach, Brewer has taught at the University of New Mexico, the Midwest Writers Workshop and the Tony Hillerman Writers Seminar. He regularly speaks at mystery conventions, and was toastmaster at Left Coast Crime in Santa Fe, NM, in 2011. He served two years on the national board of Mystery Writers of America, and twice served as an Edgar Awards judge. He's also a member of International Thriller Writers. Brewer worked as journalist for 22 years, then wrote a weekly syndicated column for another decade. The column, called The Home Front, produced the raw material for the humor book TROPHY HUSBAND. Married and the father of two adult sons, Brewer lives in Albuquerque, NM. More at www.stevebrewer.us.com and www.stevebrewer.blogspot.com. E-mail: abqbrewer@gmail.com
Ten Things I Hate About Valentine's Day by Margaret Finnegan Ten Things I Hate About Valentine's Day by Margaret Finnegan Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 531 words Read a sample
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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
My new breasts by silverscalpel My new breasts by silverscalpel Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 675 words Read a sample
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silverscalpel is the currrent pen name of the author. she is a geek at heart, with an old wanderer's soul.
Het ontslag (een Gemma Vlugzout) by Anaïd Haen Het ontslag (een Gemma Vlugzout) by Anaïd Haen Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 3276 words Read a sample
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Anaïd 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 When Only The best Will Do by robert renshaw Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 541 words Read a sample
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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.
Quentin the Troll and the Wedding of Doom by Daniel Eness Quentin the Troll and the Wedding of Doom by Daniel Eness Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 7051 words Sample 30%
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Daniel Eness writes stories of strange adventure where the hero always wins, except those times when he dies spectacularly in an explosion. He lives in Iowa with his family of six, for whom he writes of the churning seascape of the soul, deep evil and the hope that has overcome them both. His work has appeared in Stupefying Stories, Ideomancer, Diagram and Brain Harvest Magazine, and, in 2012, Eortholic Press will release two novels, a novella and a collection of short adventures.
Sunday Morning Giraffe by J. Daniel Sawyer Sunday Morning Giraffe by J. Daniel Sawyer Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 5393 words Sample 30%
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J. Daniel Sawyer is a hat-wearing, obsessive-compulsive autodidact attempting to write his way out of the loony bin. A self-aggrandizing science fiction and fantasy author who publishes lurid stories and, worse, the occasional popular philosophy article, he is also a very minor authority on Open Source media production (a topic on which he is, unfortunately, published regularly in LinuxJournal). In addition to his wanton abuse of the printed word, he unscrupulously uses his decade-long experience as an audio and video producer with his painfully florid and gritty writing style to create deeply immersive audio universes. This habit, which he indulges in public, has garnered him seven Parsec nominations and helped him make his first professional fiction and philosophy sales (a trend which, for the good of the world at large, we can only hope abates soon). Meanwhile, his growing, rabid fan-base is currently plotting to imprison him and force him to produce endless new literary abominations for their amusement. We can only hope they succeed. Should you be so inclined, you can communicate with this shady character, as well as find podcasts, articles, and other literary abominations at http://www.jdsawyer.net
The Oldies Progression by Michael Canfield The Oldies Progression by Michael Canfield Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 4308 words Sample 20%
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Michael Canfield writes about monsters, superheroes, couples, babies, astronauts, paranoids, obsessives, and other people. He has published mystery, fantasy, science fiction, horror and just-plain-odd stories on fiction sites including StrangeHorizons, Spinetingler, EscapePod, Daily Science Fiction, in dead-tree magazines including Realms of Fantasy, Talebones, and Black Gate, and other places. "Super-Villains" was also republished in the prestigious Fantasy: The Year's Best series, edited by Rich Horton (Prime Books). Born in Las Vegas, he now lives, works, plays, writes, and watches television in Seattle and Los Angeles.
Laughter, the Best Medicine by Georgiann Baldino Laughter, the Best Medicine by Georgiann Baldino Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 2487 words Sample 20%
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Georgiann Baldino is a keynote speaker, the author of five books, numerous magazine articles and short stories. One of the programs she gives is a living-history presentation in character as a Civil War nurse. Poets & Writers, Inc. sponsors readings and workshops to support writers’ events in large cities and small towns. Please refer to Georgiann’s listing in the Poets & Writers’ Directory at http://www.pw.org/directory
Hail Mary by Mario Milosevic Hail Mary by Mario Milosevic Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 3956 words Sample 20%
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Mario Milosevic was born in a refugee camp in Italy, grew up in Canada, and holds a degree in philosophy and mathematics from the University of Waterloo. He now lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife, fellow writer Kim Antieau. His poems, stories, and novels have appeared in many venues, both print and online.
Salsa by Caroline Y Preston Salsa by Caroline Y Preston Feb. 05, 2012 $4.99 48264 words Sample 10%
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Caroline Preston has always had a love of literature, history, the arts, travel, bargain hunting and adventure and was delighted she was able to bring all her interests together whilst writing her travel books. In addition to her travel guides she has also written comedy sketches, plays, newsletters and articles. Although it may look mysterious, the Y in her name does not stand for anything in particular and is there merely to distinguish her from several other authors also named Caroline Preston. Caroline brings her British Northern “no nonsense, down to earth, can do, concise approach” to everything she does, including going on holiday! Which is partly the reason why her “Grand Tour” and "British Weekend Jaunt" books are so useful. She has been fortunate to travel extensively in Europe and lived in Brittany, France during the mid 1980’s. Caroline currently lives in the North of England. She very much hopes you will enjoy her eBooks and have as much fun on your “Grand Tours” and "British Weekend Jaunts" as she did on hers
Prelude to Backyard Horse Tales 3: Don't Call Me Love! by Jackie Anton Prelude to Backyard Horse Tales 3: Don't Call Me Love! by Jackie Anton Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 11105 words Sample 25%
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Jackie Anton an avid equestrian and horse lover draws from five decades of experience to bring Backyard Horse Tales to life. The series is family friendly for ages 8 and up. Backyard Horse Tales: Sox (second edition) will be available early 2012, and is receiving excellent early reviews, look for vol. 2 in the fall of 2012. Sox: relates the story of a modern day horse. Vol. 2 Frosty and the Nightstalker, however, has a historical twist. A Prelude to Backyard Horse Tales #3 Don't Call Me Love! Will be published on Smashwords Feb. 2012.This is the first four chapters of Love's Tale. Feedback Please! Use my blog http://jackieanton.com Look for my 2011 NaNoWriMo entry to be published here on Smashwords by April of 2012. “The Universal Search for Mr. Right” is an adult romance novel.
The Man who had Himself as a Pet by Kay Hurrell The Man who had Himself as a Pet by Kay Hurrell Feb. 05, 2012 $3.50 58086 words Sample 20%
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The Year Zero by Carl-Ben Louw The Year Zero by Carl-Ben Louw Feb. 05, 2012 $4.99 116432 words Sample 25%
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Carl-Ben Louw is the designer of the Banana Republic board game At one point while designing the game, he started wondering how the litlle country got to where it was. How did it, f'r instance, initially become independent? And how did it go from being at peace with itself to the point where it became a self-consuming, desiccated prize for power hungry li'l dictators? After much pondering and speculation, he decided there was really only one way to find out, and that was to write a novel and see what happened. So he did. The result is The Year Zero, the first, hopefully, in the Banana Republic series of novels. This one doesn't get beyond independence; but don't worry, he's just as curious to know what happened next.
Docheli Prays by Damien Darby Docheli Prays by Damien Darby Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 7784 words Sample 20%
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I live thirty minutes outside of Seattle in the Evergreen State. Though the most absurd trees are towering above the Northern Californian coast. Went there last summer on a road trip and did some extended camping where I was warned, "the bums go". You know why they go there? Because of the view and the trees. All my works that are for sale are currently in the Amazon KDP program. All my free works are here to stay for the community to enjoy. My most recent work is "Amigosa Calm"-A spiritual adventure drama with a world wide cultural revolution mixed in. What happens in the modern age when a prophet-like persona shows up and starts performing miracles? Both my "American Epitaph" books pay homage to all the conspiracy/doomer/anti-establishment movements. They center around a contemporary version of the American Revolution and are set in Phoenix where I grew up. "Occupy Our Common Ground" and "100 Things We Can Occupy" were written for and in the spirit of the Libertarian movements taking shape in our world today. Favorite anonymous quote: "I am more than I seem to be, yet seem to be more than I really am." I got my degree in philosophy, love being lost in the desert, and strive to foster solidarity with other authors and eBookers. Please feel free to contact me.
The Mermaid Variations by Rhys Hughes The Mermaid Variations by Rhys Hughes Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 16407 words Sample 10%
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I am a writer of Fantasy, Speculative Fiction and Magic Realism who often uses comedy and absurdism to examine philosophical issues. I am known for my original ideas, intricate plots and entertaining wordplay! I write short stories, novellas and novels. I have been a writer from an early age. I completed my first proper short story when I was 14. It was called 'The Journey of Mountain Hawk' and I still remember what it was about, even though it no longer exists. None of my early work exists. My earliest surviving short story dates from 1989, and since that time I have embarked on an ambitious project of writing a story cycle consisting of exactly 1000 linked tales. Recently I decided to give this cycle an overall name -- PANDORA'S BLUFF. My main influences are writers such as Italo Calvino, Stanislaw Lem, Boris Vian, Flann O'Brien, Jack Vance and Jorge Luis Borges, all of whom have a very well-developed sense of irony and a powerful imagination. I love irony and satire, not only the 'negative' kind that seeks to undermine some form of injustice but also the 'positive' kind that takes sheer delight in its own playfulness. And yet I am also fully committed to engaging with serious themes. In fact, many years ago, I decided that I should find my own name for the style of writing I like best and the name I came up with was: "Romanti-Cynicism." The main idea behind this new genre is to combine humour and seriousness, to fuse the emotional with the intellectual, the profound with the lighthearted, the unfettered with the precise. My first book was published in 1995 and sold slowly but it seemed to strike a chord with some people. My second, third, fourth, etc, books sold much more strongly as my reputation increased. I have been told that I am a "cult author" and I'm pleased with the description, but obviously I also want to reach out to a wider audience! My twentieth book has just been published and I have many new books due to be released in the next two years.
Tunnel Vision by Barnaby Wilde Tunnel Vision by Barnaby Wilde Feb. 05, 2012 Free! 10518 words Read a sample
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Barnaby Wilde is the pen name of Tim Fisher. Tim was born in 1947 in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, but grew up and was educated in the West Country. He graduated with a Physics degree in 1969 and worked in manufacturing and quality control for a multinational photographic company for 30 years before taking an early retirement to pursue other interests. He has two grown up children and currently lives happily in Devon.
The Lighter Side of Large by Becky Siame The Lighter Side of Large by Becky Siame Feb. 04, 2012 $7.59 118375 words Sample 20%
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Currently living in Nelson, New Zealand, Becky is a marketer/webdeveloper and a single mother of two who has the ‘gift of the gab’ and an appreciation for the ridiculous.
Rebels of the 512 by Laura Roberts Rebels of the 512 by Laura Roberts Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 26883 words Sample 15%
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Laura Roberts is the Michael Corleone of sex writing: every time she tries to get out of the biz, the "family" drags her back in. This time, she's taking the cannoli and leaving the gun, writing her own fictional take on life in the sex trade with her first novel, Naked Montreal. As the author of the quirky "V for Vixen" sex column for one of Montreal's alternative newspapers, Roberts witnessed a variety of sexcapades during her time on the beat. Armed with a degree in Creative Writing from Concordia University, she seamlessly blends fact and fiction to create work that has been described as both sassy and insightful. Naked Montreal brings a new view of this underground city to the surface. Laura currently helms the literary magazine, Black Heart, works as a freelance writer and editor, and blogs about all things literary at her portfolio site, Buttontapper.com. She also tweets @originaloflaura.
Light Years Away by Dave Riessen Light Years Away by Dave Riessen Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 687 words Read a sample
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Dave graduated from SDCC with a degree in Electronics, but changed his major to English while attending SDSU so that he could concentrate on Creative Writing. Dave's work revels with the fanciful, ponders the enigmatic, and examines the human character.
Odd Tales book one Devilboy in the Land of Love by Steve Vincent Odd Tales book one Devilboy in the Land of Love by Steve Vincent Feb. 04, 2012 $1.50 39 words Sample 20%
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Steve Vincent has been illustrating and writing books and comic books for over 10 years.
Unrequited Love by Thomas Robertson Unrequited Love by Thomas Robertson Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 500 words Read a sample
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Although I’ve made my living as a teacher and guidance counselor, I’ve always had a passion for writing. Thomas Bouregy and Company published my novel, Return to Paradise Cove, under their Avalon imprint. Two of my one-act plays, A Different Kind of Death, and The Flirt, have been produced, respectively, in New Haven, Connecticut, and Sacramento, California. Short stories of mine have appeared in commercial magazines such as Action and True Romance as well as in certain literary and professional ones.
Santa vs. the C.P.S.C. an Odd Tales Sampler by Steve Vincent Santa vs. the C.P.S.C. an Odd Tales Sampler by Steve Vincent Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 36 words Read a sample
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Steve Vincent has been illustrating and writing books and comic books for over 10 years.
Foreignright 4.5.1 by Eric Cline Foreignright 4.5.1 by Eric Cline Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 1072 words Read a sample
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Eric Cline is a native of Missouri. He has a Master's Degree in English. His work has appeared in Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine and on the Every Day Fiction site. He will reluctantly continue his day job until enough people buy his writing for him to devote all of his energies to it . . . and thanks for doing your part!
Party Doll by Steve Brewer Party Doll by Steve Brewer Feb. 03, 2012 $1.99 37024 words Sample 20%
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Steve Brewer is the author of more than 20 books, including the recent crime novels LOST VEGAS, THE BIG WINK, CALABAMA and FIREPOWER. His first novel, LONELY STREET, was made into an independent Hollywood comedy starring Robert Patrick, Jay Mohr and Joe Mantegna. BOOST currently is under film/TV option. Brewer's short fiction appeared in the anthologies DAMN NEAR DEAD, THE LAST NOEL, CRIMES BY MOONLIGHT and WEST COAST CRIME WAVE, and he's published articles in magazines such as Mystery Scene, Crimespree and Mystery Readers' Journal. A writing coach, Brewer has taught at the University of New Mexico, the Midwest Writers Workshop and the Tony Hillerman Writers Seminar. He regularly speaks at mystery conventions, and was toastmaster at Left Coast Crime in Santa Fe, NM, in 2011. He served two years on the national board of Mystery Writers of America, and twice served as an Edgar Awards judge. He's also a member of International Thriller Writers. Brewer worked as journalist for 22 years, then wrote a weekly syndicated column for another decade. The column, called The Home Front, produced the raw material for the humor book TROPHY HUSBAND. Married and the father of two adult sons, Brewer lives in Albuquerque, NM. More at www.stevebrewer.us.com and www.stevebrewer.blogspot.com. E-mail: abqbrewer@gmail.com
Atlas Snubbed by Ken V. Krawchuk Atlas Snubbed by Ken V. Krawchuk Feb. 03, 2012 $9.99 229633 words Sample 10%
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WHO IS KEN KRAWCHUK? Ken V. Krawchuk was born and raised in the Feltonville section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the grandson of five immigrant Eastern Europeans. He attended Roman Catholic elementary and high school, and graduated from a Jesuit university with a B.S. in Physics. He began his career as a professional computer programmer at the age of seventeen, and at thirty-five he founded a multi-million dollar computer consulting firm. Seven years later he was awarded the first of three United States patents pertaining to computer database theory. Mr. Krawchuk read Atlas Shrugged for the first time at the age of thirty, and the ideas portrayed in the book transformed him from a life-long liberal Democrat into an eight-time Libertarian Party candidate for public office, including two record-breaking campaigns for Governor of Pennsylvania. Mr. Krawchuk has been a member of Toastmasters International since 1997, and has been a professional public speaker almost as long. He is still married to his first wife Roberta, and they have been blessed with three daughters and two grandchildren (so far), and currently live in suburban Philadelphia.
The Givenchy Code: An Homage and A Parody by E.R. Escober The Givenchy Code: An Homage and A Parody by E.R. Escober Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 73441 words Sample 15%
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Fables of Rhysop by Rhys Hughes Fables of Rhysop by Rhys Hughes Feb. 03, 2012 $2.99 34645 words Sample 8%
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I am a writer of Fantasy, Speculative Fiction and Magic Realism who often uses comedy and absurdism to examine philosophical issues. I am known for my original ideas, intricate plots and entertaining wordplay! I write short stories, novellas and novels. I have been a writer from an early age. I completed my first proper short story when I was 14. It was called 'The Journey of Mountain Hawk' and I still remember what it was about, even though it no longer exists. None of my early work exists. My earliest surviving short story dates from 1989, and since that time I have embarked on an ambitious project of writing a story cycle consisting of exactly 1000 linked tales. Recently I decided to give this cycle an overall name -- PANDORA'S BLUFF. My main influences are writers such as Italo Calvino, Stanislaw Lem, Boris Vian, Flann O'Brien, Jack Vance and Jorge Luis Borges, all of whom have a very well-developed sense of irony and a powerful imagination. I love irony and satire, not only the 'negative' kind that seeks to undermine some form of injustice but also the 'positive' kind that takes sheer delight in its own playfulness. And yet I am also fully committed to engaging with serious themes. In fact, many years ago, I decided that I should find my own name for the style of writing I like best and the name I came up with was: "Romanti-Cynicism." The main idea behind this new genre is to combine humour and seriousness, to fuse the emotional with the intellectual, the profound with the lighthearted, the unfettered with the precise. My first book was published in 1995 and sold slowly but it seemed to strike a chord with some people. My second, third, fourth, etc, books sold much more strongly as my reputation increased. I have been told that I am a "cult author" and I'm pleased with the description, but obviously I also want to reach out to a wider audience! My twentieth book has just been published and I have many new books due to be released in the next two years.
A Few Dead Men - a Chick Dick Mystery by Nancy Lauzon A Few Dead Men - a Chick Dick Mystery by Nancy Lauzon Feb. 02, 2012 $2.99 91326 words Sample 20%
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Nancy is the author of Chick Dick Mysteries, inspired by her early love of Nancy Drew.
The Trouble with Daleks: a work of fan fiction by Paris Portingale The Trouble with Daleks: a work of fan fiction by Paris Portingale Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 54564 words Read a sample
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Moment Of Clarity by Lee Camp Moment Of Clarity by Lee Camp Feb. 02, 2012 $7.95 41426 words Sample 20%
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Lee Camp is a comedian, writer, and activist out of New York City. He’s toured the country and the world performing stand-up comedy, contributed to The Onion, served as a staff humor writer for the Huffington Post, and appeared on various television shows including Comedy Central’s “Fresh Debate ‘08,” ABC’s “Good Morning America,” and BBC’s “Newsnight.” Countless radio shows, podcasts, and blogs have featured his popular web series “Moment Of Clarity.” His comedy album “Chaos for the Weary” was listed as one of the top 5 comedy albums of 2011 in Dusted Magazine. He’s also performed live for the protesters at roughly a dozen different Occupy sites. Check out his videos and more at www.LeeCamp.net.
The Stockholm Manifesto by Steven Hager The Stockholm Manifesto by Steven Hager Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 1837 words Read a sample
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I'm a writer, journalist, filmmaker, event producer and counterculture and cannabis activist. I was the first journalist to travel to the South Bronx and document the origins of hip hop. In 1988, I was hired as editor of High Times magazine. I created the Cannabis Cup, a cannabis awards ceremony held every Thanksgiving in Amsterdam, and The Freedom Fighters, the first hemp legalization group. I also created a garage-rock revival band called the Soul Assassins. In 2002 I directed the video shoot that was later released as Live in Amsterdam (Fishbone album). In 2004, I wrote most of the narration for a/k/a Tommy Chong and also appear in the film. My most recent hardback book, The Octopus Conspiracy and Other Vignettes of the Counterculture, was published by Trine Day. Most of my eBooks are available exclusively through smashwords. I also regularly appear at college campuses, sometimes solo, but usually as part of a debate on the legalization of cannabis, alongside former New York City D.E.A. chief Robert Stutman. The event, known as "Heads versus Feds," began in 2001 and has visited more than 200 colleges in ten years, regularly drawing standing-room crowds. Bob and I are known as "The Ultimate Odd Couple," and have become close friends despite the cultural gap between us. The debate is booked by Wolfman Productions in Connecticut.
Jenno's Widdlington by Jenno Bryce Jenno's Widdlington by Jenno Bryce Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 5849 words Read a sample
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The gardens of Peter and Jenno were back to back. At the bottom of Jenno's garden was a chicken shed. Peter just had a shed. Jenno and Peter were in different gangs; but a friendship developed... more or less.
Clootie's Cover by Robert James Tootell Clootie's Cover by Robert James Tootell Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 4138 words Read a sample
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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
In a Snowstorm by Rosi Hamlin In a Snowstorm by Rosi Hamlin Feb. 01, 2012 $0.99 6049 words Sample 20%
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When asked, Rosi will variously give her age at anything between 29 and 73, though her behaviour often leads people to believe she could be a lot younger or a lot older than either of those extremes. There is definitely some grey in her hair. She has been in love with words for as long as she can remember, spending long hours in her formative years with Enid Blyton and an imaginary friend. She is currently based in the UK, dreaming of road trips which feature lighthouses heavily. Her love of words is occasionally surpassed by her love for the sea. She has several unfinished bestselling novels stashed in dusty places, but from time to time some of her work will manage to make it all the way here.
Evil UnLtd Vol 2: From Evil With Love by Simon Forward Evil UnLtd Vol 2: From Evil With Love by Simon Forward Feb. 01, 2012 $2.99 104782 words Sample 20%
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Born in Penzance in 1967. From the age of about three I was probably dreaming of writing for Doctor Who. Certainly it wasn't a case of just watching it: I'd go to bed with all sorts of adventures and story possibilities buzzing around in my head. From the age of eleven, I knew, whenever any aunts and uncles asked the "What do you want to do when you grow up?" question, the stock replies of jet pilot, train driver, astronaut were never going to be good enough for me. "I want to be a writer", I always said. And, what do you know, I am. Author of several works of licensed fiction, including Doctor Who novels, and novelisations for the BBC's Merlin series, I'm now primarily focused on promoting and developing my own original works, ranging from adult sf, through kids' and Young Adult fiction, as well as books that are downright Evil...
Barking by Carol Mahar Barking by Carol Mahar Feb. 01, 2012 $2.99 106 words Sample 10%
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I'm an artist and art teacher living everywhere at the moment!!
The Man Who Could Not Make Up His Mind by Ed Brodow The Man Who Could Not Make Up His Mind by Ed Brodow Feb. 01, 2012 $0.99 10517 words Sample 20%
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Ed Brodow is the bestselling author of six books, including Fixer and Negotiation Boot Camp. An internationally recognized expert on the art of negotiation, Ed was dubbed "King of Negotiators" by SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt. Ed has appeared as negotiation guru on PBS, ABC National News, Fox News, Inside Edition, and Fortune Business Report. As a speaker, he has enthralled more than 1,000 audiences in Paris, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Athens, Toronto, and New York. Ed is a veteran member of Screen Actors Guild, appearing in American and European movies with Jessica Lange, Ron Howard, and Christopher Reeve. A former Marine officer, Ed graduated from Brooklyn College and lives in Monterey, California.
Putting Things Straight by Tony Jones Putting Things Straight by Tony Jones Feb. 01, 2012 $0.99 154629 words Sample 10%
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Tony Jones has recently retired after working for almost 40 years in the steel industry in the UK. He set himself a challenge to write a novel in his first year of retirement. Putting Things Straight is the fruit of his labours. He lives in South Wales and rather like the hero of "Putting Things Straight" plays bad golf.
So This Is Strange? Five Stories of Humor, Fantasy, and a Little Hint of Sex by Dee W. Schofield So This Is Strange? Five Stories of Humor, Fantasy, and a Little Hint of Sex by Dee W. Schofield Feb. 01, 2012 $3.99 16953 words Sample 20%
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Dee W. Schofield is a paranormal romance writer who is also a pen name for a bestselling thriller writer. For information about Dee W. Schofield, please visit her web site.
Luvletterz.com Episode 2 by Nathaniel Davis Luvletterz.com Episode 2 by Nathaniel Davis Jan. 31, 2012 Free! 3959 words Read a sample
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Nathaniel Davis grew up in a suburb of St. Louis, MO and attended St. Louis Community College where he majored in Computer Science. He is a big fan of baseball and the St. Louis Cardinals. He currently resides in Morris County, NJ.
King Dong-an American satire by Fanny May Cartwright King Dong-an American satire by Fanny May Cartwright Jan. 31, 2012 $2.99 14848 words Sample 15%
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Kafka's Hairbrush (Story) by Stefano Boscutti Kafka's Hairbrush (Story) by Stefano Boscutti Jan. 31, 2012 Free! 4206 words Read a sample
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STEFANO BOSCUTTI is an independent writer and director and ideas man. He loves stories about true mavericks and outsiders who want to change the world. Larger than life characters who either wildly succeed or go down in flames. (Often both at the same time.) Boscutti's stories are usually laced with humor and a ton of irony.
Endless Love by Edward M. Grant Endless Love by Edward M. Grant Jan. 31, 2012 $0.99 4452 words Sample 50%
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Edward M. Grant spent his childhood in the South-West of Britain and studied Physics at Oxford, but now lives in Canada. He wrote magazine articles and worked on numerous indie movies in and around London, including co-writing a vampire movie that was later shot in California. He has travelled all over the world, been a VIP at several space shuttle launches, survived earthquakes and a tsunami, climbed Mt Fuji and visits nuclear explosion sites as a hobby. He grew up on pulp horror and SF novels and still has a soft spot for both. However, his background as a physicist helps him write stories toward the harder end of the SF spectrum.
Modern Art by Tal Vinnik Modern Art by Tal Vinnik Jan. 31, 2012 Free! 4733 words Read a sample
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Tal Vinnik resides in Ann Arbor, Michigan, biding his time before fame and success. He has written several short films including Convenience and had a lead role in the award-winning short film, Heart.
The Sensual Chemist by Andrew Sudell Davis The Sensual Chemist by Andrew Sudell Davis Jan. 31, 2012 $2.99 58886 words Sample 20%
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Andrew Sudell Davis was born and educated in London. After years of working in the creative industries, he wrote his first novel The Sensual Chemist, an alternative history of English culture. His latest book is Scratby Orgasm, a light-hearted love story set amongst the dubious charms of the English seaside.
Touched in the Head - A Tale of Characters, Clowns, and Imaginary Misfits - Based on a Number of True Stories by Rebecca Reitz Touched in the Head - A Tale of Characters, Clowns, and Imaginary Misfits - Based on a Number of True Stories by Rebecca Reitz Jan. 31, 2012 $3.99 50783 words Sample 15%
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