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Adventures at Apple Jack Creek: Part One by Lonna Cunningham Adventures at Apple Jack Creek: Part One by Lonna Cunningham Dec. 05, 2011 Free! 24447 words Read a sample
This book is a collection of blog postings that narrate the adventure of building your own house in the country. Follow along as six acres of former cattle pasture are turned into a small working farm: building a house, living in a shed during construction (in the winter), dealing with scheduling problems, acquiring and losing animals ... all the chaos, the crazy times, the progress, the fun.
Kara Mia by Maryann Anglim Kara Mia by Maryann Anglim Jan. 29, 2012 Free! 55446 words Read a sample
Kara Mia is the story of sudden loss and slow recovery in a teenager with Long QT syndrome - a genetic cause of an often fatal heart rhythm disturbance. Told by her mother and her physician the book combines the unique insights of both as Kara slowly recovers from a near fatal cardiac arrest.
The Life & Times of a Boomer Baby by L.K. Campbell The Life & Times of a Boomer Baby by L.K. Campbell Aug. 11, 2009 Free! 20264 words Read a sample
Personal anecdotes about growing up on a farm in the rural south during the 1960s. These sometimes humorous and sometimes poignant stories give a picture of life before cell phones, home computers, satellite T.V. and all those other things we think we can't live without.
The Dog That Ruined My Life: And Other Stories From The Road by Joe Guse The Dog That Ruined My Life: And Other Stories From The Road by Joe Guse May 20, 2010 You set the price! 15749 words Sample 50%
A semi-autobiographical book from author Joe Guse about his wide variety of experiences growing up and traveling around the country.
Bubble Gum in Disguise by Georgiann Baldino Bubble Gum in Disguise by Georgiann Baldino Nov. 24, 2010 Free! 1283 words Read a sample
When does a child's earliest memory become a life lesson? For author Georgiann Baldino, it's when a troublemaker offers her a bite of very suspicious looking bubble gum.
Wildlife Not Wild Life, A Short Story about Eighteen Men and Two Women by Nancy Ellen Wildlife Not Wild Life, A Short Story about Eighteen Men and Two Women by Nancy Ellen Jan. 20, 2011 Free! 11118 words Read a sample
This short story is about my travels around the State of Colorado while taking a graduate course called Wildlife Habitat Management at Colorado State University with eighteen men and one other woman. My experiences were painful, horrifying, embarrassing, gross, majestic, informative, sexy and very funny. Please take a look at my novels, A Woman of Moderate Decadence and Dellie’s Room.
I Am A Submariner by Joe C Combs 2nd I Am A Submariner by Joe C Combs 2nd Aug. 06, 2011 Free! 1711 words Read a sample
An inside look at being an submariner, the triumphs and tragedy.
Cronicas de Chico Pelon # 3 by Emari Valdicar Cronicas de Chico Pelon # 3 by Emari Valdicar Jan. 09, 2012 Free! 1289 words Read a sample
Chico Pelon ya esta cansado de masturbarse, y en la secundaria hallara alguien que le mostrara otros placeres...
History of Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-On-The-Hill, Norwich, Norfolk. by Susy Scott History of Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-On-The-Hill, Norwich, Norfolk. by Susy Scott Jan. 22, 2012 Free! 4278 words Read a sample
Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-on-the-Hill, located just outside Norwich, served as an Inn from the late C17 through to 1912. References to this hostelry can be found in Parson James Woodforde's country 'Diaries'. A short, history of this now private residence can be found on Kindle. Written by Susy Scott, the author of Finding Jingo.
Memoir of the Redeemed by Becky Meyer Memoir of the Redeemed by Becky Meyer March 14, 2012 You set the price! 28421 words
This story is a reminder that even in the deapths of your despair there is always hope, and you're never alone. This is a conversion story to Christ in it's most raw form. **Graphic content**
Cancer: A Message Of Hope by Jairo Alvarez Cancer: A Message Of Hope by Jairo Alvarez March 21, 2012 Free! 35351 words Read a sample
Cancer: A Message of Hope is a Pulitzer Prize Nonfiction finalist written by Jairo Alvarez. The book concentrates on the author's struggles with the "silent killer" and his eventual "new-life" after radical surgery. The book contains both an inspirational story as well as medical facts that have the potential to better inform those dealing with prostate cancer.
The Significance of Being Frank: The Life and Times of Franklin Benjamin Sanborn by Tom Foran Clark The Significance of Being Frank: The Life and Times of Franklin Benjamin Sanborn by Tom Foran Clark Oct. 05, 2009 Free! 96276 words Read a sample
"The intimate details of Clark's narrative brings Sanborn's Transcendentalist world to life. This remarkable biography produces for the reader a direct sense of the social nerve and intellectual daring of 19th Century New England. Clark has done an outstanding job in the art of biography." -- Danne Polk, The Philosophy Research Base.
A Boy Called Lwazi by Lwazi Nkiwane A Boy Called Lwazi by Lwazi Nkiwane Sep. 06, 2009 Free! 18524 words Read a sample
This is my world This is my country This is my life An upcoming sensation Lwazi Nkiwane takes the readers into the journey of his childhood and teenage years and his ambition to become a recording artist, songwriter and story writer. Also in this book it will explore his relationships with both men and women, several incidents, school achievements and a lot more.
The Kindest People: Heroes and Good Samaritans (Volume 2) by David Bruce The Kindest People: Heroes and Good Samaritans (Volume 2) by David Bruce Oct. 14, 2011 Free! 61163 words Read a sample
This book contains 250 stories about heroes and good Samaritans.
消えた横浜娼婦たち 第三章全文 by 檀原 照和 消えた横浜娼婦たち 第三章全文 by 檀原 照和 Sep. 09, 2010 Free! 624 words Read a sample
株式会社データハウスより発売中の書籍から、第三章（白塗りメリーの物語）を抜き出してリリース。10年におよぶ取材で明らかにされる「語られなかったヨコハマ正史」。「東京からもっとも近い異境」の地下世界物語。
Laura: A Life in Progress by Arlene Hisiger Laura: A Life in Progress by Arlene Hisiger July 18, 2011 Free! 1676 words Read a sample
This brief profile chronicles a young woman's successful transformation from rebellious youth to law abiding citizen.
The Grumpy Old Withered of Oz by Bryon Williams The Grumpy Old Withered of Oz by Bryon Williams Aug. 19, 2011 Free! 44312 words Read a sample
Rude, funny, irreverent and sometimes touching and thought provoking: a humorous and quintessential argument against growing old. Forget the X and Y generation; visit the mind of the Zzzzzz generation, as this particular Grumpy Old Withered grapples with his restrictions as a full time carer of his wife and the complexities of life and encroaching old age that embraces.
My Friend Earl by Lee Carey My Friend Earl by Lee Carey Feb. 16, 2012 Free! 3890 words Read a sample
When life presents the opportunity to meet someone who will touch your life - take it. This short story was written two years ago to celebrate Earl's 94th birthday. I've met many people in my sixty years, but Earl rates at the top. On January 31, 2012 Earl was called 'home'. We'll miss him, but his smile will always be apart of my life. "That's what I say." 5-Star review below...
Stories of Hope & Courage: Alzheimer's Disease by Joe Guse Stories of Hope & Courage: Alzheimer's Disease by Joe Guse May 20, 2010 You set the price! 10140 words Sample 50%
The following stories are based on the author's experiences working with Alzheimer's patients and reflect the resilience he saw on a daily basis. Joe Guse is a former comedian from Chicago who now works with and cares for the elderly while pursuing a career in clinical psychology.
Betty's Black & Blue Bottom by Louis Kahn Nin Betty's Black & Blue Bottom by Louis Kahn Nin Jan. 29, 2012 Free! 2498 words Read a sample
A man goes to a Los Angeles dungeon and finds that spanking a slave-for-hire can be rather transgressive for the sinful soul.
Disgusting Bar Conversations by English Teacher X Disgusting Bar Conversations by English Teacher X March 03, 2012 Free! 339 words Read a sample
Most people living and working in other countries flee from Authentic Cultural Experiences and instead spend much of their time clustered around bar tables drinking. Join English Teacher X and some of his disheveled, dissipated colleagues as they ponder the more degenerate aspects of existence abroad. This short graphic novel collects cartoons from the englishteacherx website.
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?
Ultramarine and Yellow Dreams by Ruth Kolman Brophy Ultramarine and Yellow Dreams by Ruth Kolman Brophy April 06, 2012 Free! 698 words Sample 20%
A short, humorous essay describing the author's acceptance as an art student in post-war Austria to a foreign exchange program in the United States.
My Dream about Mark by Matt Chatelain My Dream about Mark by Matt Chatelain May 13, 2012 Free! 3867 words Read a sample
This biographical short story reviews a dream I had about a friend, Mark, shortly after he died. It was my only experience with a ghostly visitation, if that's what it was. Judge for yourself.
Alcune memorie storico-araldico-genealogiche di un cognome: Peirce. by Guglielmo Peirce Alcune memorie storico-araldico-genealogiche di un cognome: Peirce. by Guglielmo Peirce Aug. 12, 2010 Free! 40140 words Read a sample
Il risultato di alcuni mesi di navigazione in Internet alla ricerca delle più antiche memorie delle principali famiglie inglesi dal cognome Peirce. 'Editing' non frequente.
Withdrawal by J Joseph Michaels Withdrawal by J Joseph Michaels Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 397 words Read a sample
The Hell of withdrawal...the Hell I am living...
In Sickness and In Health by Ed Adam In Sickness and In Health by Ed Adam Oct. 24, 2011 You set the price! 31497 words Sample 30%
My personal journey with my best friend.
Grenada by Joe C Combs 2nd Grenada by Joe C Combs 2nd May 11, 2011 Free! 1526 words Read a sample
An account of the Grenada Invasion (Operation Urgent Fury)
My Random Life: A Work in Progress by DJ Chuang My Random Life: A Work in Progress by DJ Chuang May 06, 2012 Free! 20289 words Read a sample
Episodes from the life of an average Asian American guy with depression and bipolar disorder, finding healing and experiencing freedom from shame. Preview portions of a forthcoming book.
Puppy Love is True Love if you're a Puppy by Frank Josey Puppy Love is True Love if you're a Puppy by Frank Josey Aug. 10, 2011 Free! 2322 words Read a sample
A short and true story, about love as a teenager.The experience causes the author to mature fast.
Against The Grain - 40 blogs from Big Dave. by David Parsons Against The Grain - 40 blogs from Big Dave. by David Parsons May 19, 2011 Free! 64305 words Read a sample
Big Dave's short stories about time in prison, time dealing drugs and time changing his life around have received over 500,000 reads online. Take a walk in his shoe's. Download AGAINST THE GRAIN an E book special from kokyprik.com available now totally free!
SIRAT-E-HABIBULLAH (pbuh) by Dr. Yamin Memon SIRAT-E-HABIBULLAH (pbuh) by Dr. Yamin Memon June 30, 2011 Free! 18031 words Read a sample
Brief, easy to read and ready reckoner type biography of the holy prophet Mohmmed (pbuh). In easy simple English. With emphasis on his noble character and moral, birth, youth, preaching, married life, diplomacy, military caliber, the last sermon and heavenly abode.
LawCrossing’s Judges Guide by advait pradhan LawCrossing’s Judges Guide by advait pradhan Feb. 29, 2012 Free! 11468 words Read a sample
LawCrossing’s Judges Guide features profiles of inspirational and influential judges who apply the law and oversee the legal process in courts around the country. They have presided over cases everywhere from superior courts to television courts—and there’s even a potential Supreme Court nominee thrown in.
An Ordinary Man In An Ordinary World by Martin McGregor An Ordinary Man In An Ordinary World by Martin McGregor Oct. 23, 2010 Free! 29243 words Read a sample
I have seen more in 41 years of life than some people would see in many lifetimes. I have lived and loved hurt and suffered. My father was an alcoholic, but I never stopped loving him. This is the story of a messed up childhood, and Micheal Jackson thought he had it bad? No chance. I witnessed, death, rape torture, fighting, hatred and suffered at the hands of bullies. This is my true story
Flight of the Spirit by David Young Flight of the Spirit by David Young Dec. 18, 2010 Free! 34565 words Read a sample
Homer Shoup, arrested in 2004 and charged with attempting to assassinate Vice President Dick Cheney, writes about his life-changing experience immediately afterward. Shoup writes about the man he was and the man he has become since.
Ella and Boss: My Agrarian Grandparents of Van Buren County, Iowa by MaryAnna Bentley Ella and Boss: My Agrarian Grandparents of Van Buren County, Iowa by MaryAnna Bentley Feb. 06, 2011 Free! 7982 words Read a sample
This short nonfiction piece reveals the character of rural Iowa through the eccentricities of loving grandparents. It is a story of agrarian grandparents told by one of their thirteen grandchildren. Though anecdotal in nature, this work somehow reveals a good synopsis of what growing up in Van Buren County, Iowa during the 1980s was really like.
Specks of Happiness by Keerti Garg Specks of Happiness by Keerti Garg June 27, 2011 Free! 18660 words Read a sample
'Specks of happiness' is about the remarkable moments of joy in our everyday life. We all experience them but often tend to bypass them.I am sharing some of these moments from my life.If after reading my stories, you are able to recognize the specks of ecstasy in your life, the purpose of my book would be served
Uma luz no fim do túnel by Xavier T. Uma luz no fim do túnel by Xavier T. Dec. 20, 2011 Free! 47945 words Read a sample
Alcoolismo, a historia de recuperacao bem sucedida de um alcoolico. Uma historia de vida real, como um dependente do alcool conseguiu parar de beber.
Last Year by Merlin Douglas Larsen Last Year by Merlin Douglas Larsen Jan. 30, 2012 Free! 23440 words Read a sample
A short tribute to the memory of my best friend, Rocky Russo. We shared slot car racing, war games, wrote war games rules together, argued history, religion sometimes, had a soul mate kind of relationship as pals, yet were as different as two men can be in most things. Closeness in the presence of so much difference is a mysterious thing....
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.
Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 1 by Emari Valdicar Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 1 by Emari Valdicar Oct. 11, 2011 Free! 2189 words Read a sample
An new series chronicling the life of Emari Valdicar. His troubled youth, his lovers, and his anonymous sex stories that will leave you wanting more...Chapter One: A sexually-charged teenager thinks has a crush, but it is not with a person...
From Kansas Farm Boy to Moderator A Short History of the Life of Rev. William Francis Keesecker by Mary Jane Baird From Kansas Farm Boy to Moderator A Short History of the Life of Rev. William Francis Keesecker by Mary Jane Baird Aug. 18, 2010 Free! 2313 words Sample 100%
A grandmother records some details of her late husband's life for the benefit of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Control Switch On - A True Story of the World's Most Powerful Man by Ira Teller Esq., Pharm.D. Control Switch On - A True Story of the World's Most Powerful Man by Ira Teller Esq., Pharm.D. May 25, 2011 Free! 64888 words Read a sample
Hitch the ride of your life with Ira Teller as he journeys into the mysterious realms of science, invents—the most advanced technology in existence and teams up with Ryan Moran—the singularly most powerful man in the world. Witness the rise of Ryan Moran’s global control over existing nations. Experience his might and power to achieve lasting world peace in this free and true online book!
100+ Quotable Quotes By & About Dr. Ron Paul~ A Real Amer-I-Can! by Steve Nelson 100+ Quotable Quotes By & About Dr. Ron Paul~ A Real Amer-I-Can! by Steve Nelson March 21, 2012 Free! 9019 words Read a sample
100+ Quotable Quotes By & About Dr. Ron Paul~ A Real Amer-I-Can! is a collection of quotes By Dr. Paul & About Dr. Paul. In this collection one will find quotes by Celebrities and Extra Ordinary Amer-I-Cans Everywhere! People such as: Clint Eastwood & Kelly Clarkson! Plus Extra Ordinary Amer-I-Cans from across the country and especially a selection of Veterans! This is a FREE ebook!
Josef K. Prokurist by Sergio Caldarella Josef K. Prokurist by Sergio Caldarella Oct. 15, 2008 You set the price! 4270 words Sample 30%
A metaphorical and allegorical analysis of the figure of Josef K. in Kafka’s work "The Trial". A complete reversal of the interpretative topos where Josef K., the central character of the book, is seen as not guilty. Here the guilt of Josef is interpreted in a new light. Una totale inversione interpretrativa della figura di Josef K. personaggio centrale ne "Il Processo" di Franz Kafka.
Blessed Lucy of Narni by Saints.SQPN.com Blessed Lucy of Narni by Saints.SQPN.com June 24, 2010 Free! 7077 words Sample 50%
Lady Georgiana Fullerton's short, reverent biography of Blessed Lucy of Narni. From SQPN Books.
Marconi - His life with images by Barbara Valotti Marconi - His life with images by Barbara Valotti Sep. 29, 2011 Free! 6894 words Read a sample
Marconi's life in chronological order through the milestones of his surprising career as an inventor and enterpreneur
Today is great again and I thank again by Clover CK Today is great again and I thank again by Clover CK Dec. 14, 2011 Free! 2461 words Read a sample
One day, I received a short memo from my mom. After she bought a smart phone, she decided to practice typing by emailing me a short note every day. Reading her memo helped me go through any tough time. Whenever I miss my family, I read her notes. Now she is 60 years old and I am making this book to celebrate her birthday.
Black Sheep and Gold Diggers by Barry Allan Black Sheep and Gold Diggers by Barry Allan March 16, 2012 Free! 58118 words Read a sample
The personal stories of two men, Richard Venvill and Joseph Allen who were transported to Australia as convicts. Both were pardoned for very different reasons. The book spans the years from 1830 to 1902 and follows them through their convict years, the settlement of Port Philip, the beginnings of Melbourne,the gold rush,and other events that affected their lives.
Songs for Joss: a sample selection by Colin Rock Songs for Joss: a sample selection by Colin Rock March 15, 2012 Free! 3393 words Read a sample
Songs for Joss: a sample collection Being the TRUE, unique and ongoing story of the MAN who wrote the Valentine songs and poems for the WOMAN each year from 1981 until today. Internet connection required to access embedded songs and videos.