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Up the Lake by Wayne Lutz Up the Lake by Wayne Lutz April 10, 2010 Free! 70254 words Read a sample
Living off-the-grid in coastal British Columbia, where mountains drop into the sea and people practice self-reliance and a different sense of purpose. Life in a floating cabin, with travel by boat, kayak, bicycle, and all-terrain vehicle. Contrarian views of the people and places of coastal British Columbia, including the author's extensive study of one of Powell Lake's best float cabin designers.
The No-Bullsh*t Career & Job Search Guide by William Zellmann The No-Bullsh*t Career & Job Search Guide by William Zellmann June 25, 2011 Free! 10260 words Read a sample
This is a simple, plain-english, step by step guide to career planning and job search for the formerly-employed person who finds himself angered and bewildered by advice from fancy job search books that just doesn't seem to work. This guide was written by an author with more than twenty years' experience on the front lines of the job search field. No nonsense, no Bullsh*t, and it's FREE!
Excel @ Exam by Dr Subramonian Shanmugham Excel @ Exam by Dr Subramonian Shanmugham Sep. 28, 2010 Free! 13443 words Read a sample
This book aims at helping all the student community who burn the midnight lamp for securing their future. I hope this book will be of immense use and will guide any student towards the right path in the preparation of the examinations
How to Be Free by Aussie Scribbler How to Be Free by Aussie Scribbler Sep. 13, 2011 Free! 24148 words Read a sample
How can we free ourselves from mental suffering? How can we unlock what the poet William Blake referred to as “the mind-forged manacles” - those unhelpful, unfounded and inflexible habits of thought which keep us from reaching our true creative potential?
Lessons from the desert by Laura Thompson Lessons from the desert by Laura Thompson Jan. 29, 2012 Free! 10315 words Read a sample
A generation-x journey in and out of religious life. This is an autobiography of my spiritual journey seeking God and finding myself.
Horoscopes May 2011 by Nicola McLaughlin Horoscopes May 2011 by Nicola McLaughlin May 01, 2011 Free! 4554 words Read a sample
Your horoscope for May 2011 written by Nicola McLaughlin. This ebook contains a horoscope for each starsign as well as a general overview. Nicola is astrologer to the "French Paper" - France's quality English language newspaper as well as astrology.com Previously, she worked as a ghostwriter to Athena Starwoman, writing horoscopes in Vogue magazine, Woman's Day, Star, FTV.com and many others!
Problem-Solving 101: Can You Solve the Problem? by David Bruce Problem-Solving 101: Can You Solve the Problem? by David Bruce March 10, 2012 Free! 7103 words Read a sample
On the banks of the Chickahominy River, George Armstrong Custer once listened for a while to his superior officers argue about the depth of the river, then he solved the problem of determining how deep the river was. How did he do it?
The Title Can't Say It All by Luke Boyd The Title Can't Say It All by Luke Boyd Jan. 07, 2012 Free! 1144 words Read a sample
A book about my final year in elementary school. My partner Ann-Margret Swindle. I had a journal that I kept up with all my information.
Fame, Fire, and Surrender: The Fearless Interview with Brett Butler by D. Patrick Miller Fame, Fire, and Surrender: The Fearless Interview with Brett Butler by D. Patrick Miller Aug. 06, 2010 Free! 4464 words Read a sample
For all those who have wondered, "Whatever happened to Brett Butler?", his no-holds-barred interview with the beloved comedian and star of "Grace Under Fire" reveals the inner life of a spirited performer.
The Veteran, The Council & Homelessness by Carole McEntee-Taylor The Veteran, The Council & Homelessness by Carole McEntee-Taylor Feb. 22, 2012 Free! 1437 words Read a sample
This is guidance to show how some local authorities interpret their duty to single people who are homeless. It is intended for veterans.
What To Do When You Hate Your Job by George Dutch What To Do When You Hate Your Job by George Dutch April 26, 2012 Free! 5104 words Read a sample
How to Free Yourself from day-to-day Career Pain or Job Dissatisfaction--and Find a Job You'll Really Love...Guaranteed.
TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson TEEN TELLS ALL by Katrina Robinson Dec. 21, 2010 Free! 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
MovieFreak by Keith Helinski MovieFreak by Keith Helinski Jan. 24, 2012 Free! 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
Hypatia: Her Life and Times by Faith L. Justice Hypatia: Her Life and Times by Faith L. Justice March 19, 2012 Free! 23038 words Sample 20%
Hypatia of Alexandria. Who was she? A brilliant 5C scientist murdered by a religious mob? An aging academic killed by a rival political force? A sorceress who kept Alexandria in thrall through satanic wiles? Innovative mathematician or a geometry teacher? Discover the answers to these questions and more through this collection of essays on the life and times of Hypatia, Lady Philosopher.
Online Casinos Frequently Asked Questions by Alan Samonte Online Casinos Frequently Asked Questions by Alan Samonte March 25, 2011 Free! 3067 words Read a sample
A beginner to online casinos has many questions to ask - He needs guidance into the intricacies of the venture foreign to him. Here are the expert answers to the top 10 questions a newbie to online casinos would like to know.
The Kindest People Who Do Good Deeds, Volume 5: 250 Anecdotes by David Bruce The Kindest People Who Do Good Deeds, Volume 5: 250 Anecdotes by David Bruce Jan. 17, 2011 Free! 43454 words Read a sample
This book contains 250 stories about good deeds, including this one: When opera singer Ernestine Schumann-Heink was young and just starting her career, pianist-conductor Hans von Bülow learned that she did not have enough food to feed herself and her children. Therefore, he invited her to eat dinner at his house twice a week and then take home enough food to feed her children.
The Puppy A True Story by Linda Anderson The Puppy A True Story by Linda Anderson Oct. 10, 2010 You set the price! 117 words Sample 20%
There's a new puppy in the house, hear about his life and his friends from Argento, the puppy's Guardian, Mentor and Friend. Come read about a puppy named Copper.
Leigh Brackett (ology) Volume 1 by Blue Tyson Leigh Brackett (ology) Volume 1 by Blue Tyson June 08, 2010 Free! 521113 words Read a sample
This book is about the work of science fiction writer Leigh Brackett, and is a companion to the Leigh Brackett (ology) website and collects the content found at the site. Brackett was known as the Queen of Space Opera, and famous for a series of brilliant planetary romance adventures, particularly those of Eric John Stark on Mars, Venus and Skaith.
Hawaii Aloha by Brian Lawrenson Hawaii Aloha by Brian Lawrenson Oct. 22, 2010 Free! 8318 words Read a sample
Join a couple as they take a vacation on Oahu, the most popular of the six Hawian islands. Swim the beaches of Honolulu, climb Diamond Head, visit the Arizona Monument in Pearl Harbor, relex, tan, eat, drink and shop till they dropped.
Lakeland Hunting Memories - Volume One by Wendy Fraser Lakeland Hunting Memories - Volume One by Wendy Fraser June 06, 2011 Free! 3515 words Read a sample
Recollections of Lakeland hunting in the '50s and '60s. This first volume is an introduction to further, larger volumes which will be compiled from the popular web site Lakeland Hunting Memories established three years ago by Ron Black and Wendy Fraser. Here are some pages that are soon to be archived.
Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 3 by Emari Valdicar Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 3 by Emari Valdicar Jan. 08, 2012 Free! 1276 words Read a sample
Bare Boy is at it again. After a few years discovering the thrills of masturbation, he encounters a high school classmate that will introduce him to other pleasures of the flesh...
Mike's Australia by Mike Dixon Mike's Australia by Mike Dixon March 14, 2012 Free! 17212 words Read a sample
Mike made his way into the tourism industry through scuba diving and built one of Australia's first backpacker hostels. He is a keen hiker and has travelled extensively throughout the huge country. In this free ebook he recounts tales from his travels and provides advice for people wishing to visit Australia. The book is illustrated with photographs.
Poems to Read to Your Kids by Hans Wiesendanger Poems to Read to Your Kids by Hans Wiesendanger April 08, 2009 Free! 4050 words Read a sample
Poems about kids, animals, the world we live in. Stimulate their imagination while keeping them entertained.
Catalogue SEJOUR-MAROC.COM 2010 by Dino D'Alessandro Catalogue SEJOUR-MAROC.COM 2010 by Dino D'Alessandro Aug. 03, 2010 Free! 4534 words Read a sample
Ce catalogue présente un excellent rapport Qualité-Prix de Marrakech. Piscine chauffée, hammam, literie et linge de maison d’exception, personnel expérimenté… Tous les critères de confort et de sécurité sont passés au crible pour vous offrir le meilleur de Marrakech.
Prospers Counsel by Jeremy Prosper Prospers Counsel by Jeremy Prosper Oct. 09, 2011 Free! 2975 words Read a sample
In this book you will read many proverbs and short sayings that I learned from my mother and through my own personal experience. Most of the quotes I have written myself, but a few were written/stated by other people. I encourage you to read and study the wisdom this book has to offer. If applied to your own life I am confident of your success.
Dr. Jargonlove: Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Technobabble by Mark Stucky Dr. Jargonlove: Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Technobabble by Mark Stucky Dec. 07, 2010 Free! 874 words Sample 100%
Why would somebody write "the biota exhibited a 100 percent mortality response" when he really meant all the fish died? Sometimes people use jargon to be taken seriously, sometimes to be clear and precise, sometimes to not work so hard, and sometimes to deliberately evade and confuse. This essay humorously examines the various motivations for using jargon in both good and bad communication.
Early Phonics 2 Worksheets by Ian Mitch Early Phonics 2 Worksheets by Ian Mitch Nov. 06, 2011 Free! 479 words Read a sample
Stage 3 of Reading4Children reading programme. These books and worksheets are aimed at helping you teach your child how to read using phonics.This is a book focuses on the simple sounds of letters.
How to Write a Great Query Letter by Noah Lukeman How to Write a Great Query Letter by Noah Lukeman July 20, 2009 Free! 15082 words Read a sample
Many books have been written about the query letter. But few have been written by literary agents, who receive thousands of queries each year and who grapple with them on a daily basis. New York literary agent Noah Lukeman offers his insights on the query letter, sharing an insider's perspective, giving insights and practical tips about what works and what doesn’t.
Let’s Get Drunk and Play Hammer Darts by William Greene Let’s Get Drunk and Play Hammer Darts by William Greene March 29, 2011 Free! 895 words Read a sample
Do you enjoy getting drunk and throwing hammers?
The Adventures of Shannon and Ally by Kate Everson The Adventures of Shannon and Ally by Kate Everson June 28, 2011 Free! 4674 words Read a sample
Shannon and Ally live in Canada and love animals and they love to play. Easy reading for children. This is a compilation of several stories about the young sisters who like to have fun!
Mike's Japan by Mike Dixon Mike's Japan by Mike Dixon March 24, 2012 Free! 6942 words Read a sample
Mike has many Japanese friends, speaks Japanese (badly) and often visits Japan. He has noticed that the conversation flows more freely after a few glasses of sake. He is then told stories he might not otherwise hear. In this free ebook he recounts some of these stories and gives advice for independent travellers wishing to visit Japan. The book is illustrated with lots of pics.
Szent István: Hungary's Battleship by Russell Phillips Szent István: Hungary's Battleship by Russell Phillips May 23, 2011 Free! 1536 words Read a sample
Despite being a land-locked country, Hungary once had a dreadnought battleship - SMS Szent István. This article describes the ship and its short wartime career.
One-Eyed Teddy Bear by Kathie Harrington One-Eyed Teddy Bear by Kathie Harrington April 30, 2012 Free! 1329 words Read a sample
It isn't easy being a one-eyed Teddy Bear because nobody wants you. That wasn't the case in 1954 when siblings, Julie and Kathie unpacked the Christmas toys at their grandfather's store in Iowa. Kathie wanted the one-eyed-bear even if he was not perfect.
Wayland's Smithy by Kate Everson Wayland's Smithy by Kate Everson Aug. 19, 2011 Free! 938 words Read a sample
Rebekah takes a journey to an ancient tomb in Oxfordshire, England called Wayland's Smithy, then goes on to the Rollright Stone Circle.
How I Met My Husband: The Real-Life Love Stories of 25 Romance Authors by Michele Stegman How I Met My Husband: The Real-Life Love Stories of 25 Romance Authors by Michele Stegman March 17, 2012 Free! 36525 words Read a sample
25 Romance authors share their true stories of how they met their husbands.
Die Uittog by Deborah Melissa Möller Die Uittog by Deborah Melissa Möller Jan. 03, 2012 Free! 12558 words Read a sample
Soos in die dae van My dienaar, Moses, en My volk, Israel, sal Ek weer die uittog doen. Al hierdie sal in die Gees gebeur. Baie met oop oë sal hierdie skuif sien en daaraan deelneem. Hierdie sal die laaste uittog wees, want alles wat in die begin gebeur het sal weer in die einde gebeur. Die plae het alreeds begin. Soos in die dae van ouds gaan Ek My profete oprig en hulle sal spreek met outoriteit wat deur die Vader gegee is. My Johannes die Dopers sal uitroep vanuit die wildernis:”…Berei die weg van die Here, maak Sy paaie reguit!”
The 40-Year-Old Vespa Virgin by Peter Moore The 40-Year-Old Vespa Virgin by Peter Moore Aug. 29, 2010 Free! 3235 words Read a sample
In the summer he turned 40, Peter Moore bought a Vespa as old as he was and rode it from Milan to Rome. It was a trip that took him through medieval stone towns, patchworked fields and into the hearts of all the Italians he met. This is an abridged version of Peter's book about the trip, Vroom with a View, published by Random House. It first appeared in the Lonely Planet anthology, Flightless.
Marriage Unity Blessing by Angela Meadows Marriage Unity Blessing by Angela Meadows May 09, 2012 Free! 355 words Read a sample
This is a blessing for couples getting married.
Fantastique Himalaya Trek by Ratan Lal Basu Fantastique Himalaya Trek by Ratan Lal Basu Dec. 19, 2011 Free! 4244 words Read a sample
Ce carnet de voyage illustre notre trek aventure dans l'Himalaya avec des sommets enneigés.
Ikhlas and Taqwa Sincerity and Piety by Osman Nuri Topbas Ikhlas and Taqwa Sincerity and Piety by Osman Nuri Topbas Aug. 18, 2010 Free! 16667 words Read a sample
The most important things that give one’s life a meaning are taqwâ (piety) and sincerity. Taqwâ is to curb one’s fleshly desires and to strengthen the spiritual potential through prayers to God and doing good deeds for humanity. Hence taqwâ is required in every field of life, in our belief, worship, in our dealings with others, even in our every breath.
Ijlas y Taqwah Sinceridad y Temor by Osman Nuri Topbas Ijlas y Taqwah Sinceridad y Temor by Osman Nuri Topbas Aug. 30, 2010 Free! 16010 words Read a sample
Las dos cosas más importantes que dan sentido a nuestras vidas son la sinceridad y el taqwah (temor). Taqwah es doblegar los deseos carnales y fortalecer el potencial espiritual a través de las salawat dirigidas a Allah y de las buenas acciones dirigidas a la humanidad.
Die letzte göttlich offenbarte Religion: Islam by Murat Kaya Die letzte göttlich offenbarte Religion: Islam by Murat Kaya Sep. 17, 2010 Free! 30580 words Read a sample
Dieses Buch wurde besonders für diejenigen zusammengestellt, die neue Bekanntschaft mit dem Islam gemacht haben. Es soll als Handbuch dienen, um sich aus authentischer Quelle in möglichst kurzer Zeit mit diesem Glauben vertraut zu machen.
What To Eat When You Eat Out Gluten Free Phoenix / Scottsdale Arizona Edition by TK Kenyon What To Eat When You Eat Out Gluten Free Phoenix / Scottsdale Arizona Edition by TK Kenyon March 14, 2012 Free! 7691 words Read a sample
If you travel to the Phoenix / Scottsdale, Arizona area and eat gluten-free, this indispensable ebook lists local restaurants and local chains that serve gluten-free food and includes addresses, websites, and everything you can eat on their menu. Optimized for iOS devices, including iPods, iPads, and iPhones.
Tasawwuf -1 by Osman Nuri Topbas Tasawwuf -1 by Osman Nuri Topbas Sep. 29, 2010 Free! 54697 words Read a sample
L’uomo è stato creato con la capacità di essere il Vicario del suo Signore, dopo aver raggiunto la totalità delle manifestazioni degli Attributi divini e il suo stesso Interlocutore Supremo.Da questo punto di vista egli, come quintessenza del Creato, è depositario di un segreto ricevuto dal suo Signore.
Åžiirlerle Ölüm Ve Sonrası by Ahmet Tomor Åžiirlerle Ölüm Ve Sonrası by Ahmet Tomor Oct. 24, 2010 Free! 11728 words Read a sample
Bu eser insanın aklını kullanarak ve nefis muhasebesi yaparak dünya gafletinden uyanmasını, geleceğini düşünmesini, ölümü ve ölümden sonrasını unutmamasını ve ölümden sonrası için hazırlanmasını amaç edinmiş olup, ölüm ve sonrası İslami bakış açısıyla şiirsel bir üslupla anlatılmıştır.
Государство - как источник зла и разрушения цивилизации - подлежит уничтожению by Валерий Ершов Государство - как источник зла и разрушения цивилизации - подлежит уничтожению by Валерий Ершов April 19, 2012 Free! 66552 words Read a sample
Это произведение в жанре сатиры - попытка пробудить Ваши мыслительные способности в преобразовании своей жизни и общества, либо задуматься о сущности своего пребы-вания на Земле, либо посмеяться над составителем сего творения.
Раҳмат Пайғамбаридан Раҳмат Шабадалари by Osman Nuri Topbas Раҳмат Пайғамбаридан Раҳмат Шабадалари by Osman Nuri Topbas Dec. 14, 2010 Free! 37883 words Read a sample
Ушбу асарда оламларга раҳмат ўлароқ юборилган пайғамбаримиз Муҳаммад Мустафо саллоллоҳу алайҳи вассаламнинг ҳаётлари ва у зот (с.а.в) шахсиятларининг баъзи қирралари ёритилади.
Terrorists and Freedom Fighters by Sam Vaknin Terrorists and Freedom Fighters by Sam Vaknin Jan. 03, 2010 Free! 54579 words Read a sample
The history of four terrorist organizations in the Balkans and a general introduction to terrorism and freedom fighting. Also includes essays about religious co-existence in the Balkans and about pathological narcissism as a precursor to terrorism.
40 Hadiths for Children with Stories by M. Yasar Kandemir 40 Hadiths for Children with Stories by M. Yasar Kandemir Jan. 11, 2011 Free! 11304 words Read a sample
Our beloved Prophet (peace be upon him), who brought us the Qur’an or the commands of our Lord, explained to us these Divine commands through his hadith. He taught us through his sayings what we need to do in order to be happy both in this life and in the Hereafter.
NÉ™bilÉ™r SilsilÉ™si-1 by Osman Nuri Topbas NÉ™bilÉ™r SilsilÉ™si-1 by Osman Nuri Topbas Jan. 26, 2011 Free! 70000 words Read a sample
Bu kitap aləmlərə kimi göndərilən Həzrət Mühəmmd (səllallahu əleyhi və səlləm) in zühuru üçün bit iqbal və bahar müjdələyicisi olan Nəbilər Silsiləsindən.