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Gietoffers van my siel by Boerius (Wilhelm Pretorius) Gietoffers van my siel by Boerius (Wilhelm Pretorius) Feb. 08, 2012 $9.99 11839 words Sample 20%
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Agtergrond oor Boerius Die digter Boerius, Wilhelm Pretorius, is op 20 Augustus 1977 in die SAVF kraaminrigting te Potgietersrus gebore as die jongste van drie seuns van dr. Lets en Minnie Pretorius. Hy was nie groot gebou nie, maar sy hele gesig was altyd die ene ondeunde glimlag . Later ʼn regte klein ondeund. Baie lief vir musiek, was Wilhelm altyd besig met een of ander instrument of om te sing. Hy was altyd betrokke by ʼn revue of het in een of ander koor gesing. Aan avontuurlustigheid het dit hom ook nooit ontbreek nie: òf hy organiseer ʼn oorlewingskamp òf reël vir hom en sy Pa ʼn oorlewingstaptoer teen die Waterberge, waar hy die waterbottel verloor en ons hulle amper met ʼn ambulans moes gaan haal. In Egipte is die koorsang nie genoeg nie, maar onderhandel met ʼn Egiptenaar om stoksielalleen op ʼn kameel die piramides te gaan verken. Hy is in 2000 getroud met Corné Pretorius (Bezuidenhout). In 2002 is hy op hulle huweliksherdenking gearresteer as beskuldigde in die Boeremagsaak, waarvoor hy sedertdien in verskeie gevangenisse aangehou is en steeds in aanhouding is. In hierdie amper tien jaar staan Corné hom nog steeds by soos wat sy liefde vir haar en die omstandighede waarin hulle verkeer in sy gedigte sigbaar is. Gedurende die hofsaak het hy saam met sy twee broers 'n aansoek gebring om as krygsgevangenes verklaar te word. In die saak het hulle dit duidelik gestel dat hulle nie kriminele is nie maar in 'n regmatige vryheidstryd gestry het vir die behoud van die Boerevolk en die verkryging van 'n onafhanklike Boererepubliek. Gedurende sy tyd in aanhouding het hy ook sy teologiese studies voortgesit en voltooi, ’n Meestersgraad daarin behaal, Latyn met lof geslaag en is tans besig is met sy doktorale studie in Kerkgeskiedenis. Maar... die eintlike Wilhelm, is Wilhelm DIE BOER, in murg en been, in hart en siel. ʼn Man met integriteit, ʼn man vir die waarheid, ʼn man met ʼn groot liefde vir sy volk, ʼn onwankelbare geloof in God en ʼn onblusbare gees. Wilhelm met die Vierkleur op Majuba. Mag jou lig op Majuba altyd vir ons ander ʼn inspirasie bly. Deur: Minnie Pretorius, moeder van Boerius
Kid From Lagos by M Koleosho Kid From Lagos by M Koleosho Feb. 08, 2012 $1.99 3782 words Sample 25%
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As a kid my imagination was molded by the likes of Enid Blyton and the heroes of Marvel and DC Comics. Fast forward to modern day, and it seems those books and characters had a stronger grip on me than I initially thought. Writing gives me the ability to delve into characters and worlds that would typically be closed off to me in my normal life. An Avid sports fan and music aficionado. I tend to gravitate towards anything that involves creativity. Of late photography seems to have piqued my interest also.
A Jewel in the Dust by Brent Darnell A Jewel in the Dust by Brent Darnell Feb. 08, 2012 $6.00 23432 words Sample 15%
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Brent Darnell is an international best-selling author and leading authority on Emotional Intelligence. He is President and owner of Brent Darnell International, a training and consulting company that maximizes companies’ success by tapping into the “soft” skills, or the Emotional Intelligence of each employee. His best-selling book, The People-Profit Connection: How Emotional Intelligence Can Maximize People Skills and Maximize Your Profits has sold over 30,000 copies worldwide. In this book, Brent introduces his unique approach to teaching Emotional Intelligence skills in technically trained professions. He has been called “…relevant to performance on every job and any industry,” by Emotional Intelligence pioneer Kate Cannon and is a recognized expert in his field.
A Jewel in the Dust by Brent Darnell A Jewel in the Dust by Brent Darnell Feb. 08, 2012 $6.00 23432 words Sample 15%
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Brent Darnell is an international best-selling author and leading authority on Emotional Intelligence. He is President and owner of Brent Darnell International, a training and consulting company that maximizes companies’ success by tapping into the “soft” skills, or the Emotional Intelligence of each employee. His best-selling book, The People-Profit Connection: How Emotional Intelligence Can Maximize People Skills and Maximize Your Profits has sold over 30,000 copies worldwide. In this book, Brent introduces his unique approach to teaching Emotional Intelligence skills in technically trained professions. He has been called “…relevant to performance on every job and any industry,” by Emotional Intelligence pioneer Kate Cannon and is a recognized expert in his field.
En kvadratisk svinett by Björn Björkegren En kvadratisk svinett by Björn Björkegren Feb. 08, 2012 Free! 63 words Read a sample
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I väntan på juridiskt korrekt bolagisering av Firma Björkegren Mat&Kultur i samarbete med SYNTES FÖRLAGSVERKSAMHET, Textkollektivet A-4:an samt Reservoar och Majorna Moisture, så lägger jag ut några kortare texter här. God läsning på er allihop! /B
Когда отступает ночь… by Sergey Diborsky Когда отступает ночь… by Sergey Diborsky Feb. 07, 2012 $2.29 25111 words Sample 20%
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You are once again the stranger by R Bremner You are once again the stranger by R Bremner Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 5704 words Sample 15%
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R. Bremner has been writing stories, nonfiction essays, and poetry for thirty five years. In 2010 he suffered a stroke and in 2011 he underwent a liver transplant, but he keeps on writing! He has worked as a cab driver, a UPS truck unloader, a computer programmer, and a bank vice-president, and he has published in International Poetry Review, Title Waves, the Passaic Review, and the Mensa Journal, among others.
Verses For My King by Shirley McLain Verses For My King by Shirley McLain Feb. 07, 2012 $1.25 1286 words Sample 20%
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Shirley McLain is a retired RN, wife, mother, and grandmother of six, currently living in Plano Texas, where she is now enjoying her retirement to the fullest. She is working on three projects for publication; One of fictional short stories, a historical fiction novel, as well as a book of poetry. Shirley’s love of travel, adventure and writing, has created a novel which will hold your attention and leave you wanting more.
Luciérnagas by Alberto de la Madrid Luciérnagas by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 07, 2012 $1.00 11518 words Sample 20%
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Petals and Thorns by E.C. Johnson Petals and Thorns by E.C. Johnson Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 3691 words Sample 25%
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Born in Landstuhl, Germany, E.C Traveled the world. Living in many states California, Florida, Texas and Alaska to name a few, before joining the Army and seeing the rest of the world (mainly the deserts of the Middle East). E.C. Now makes his home in the Knoxville, TN. And is hard at work on his novel due out this holiday season.
The Rat and Other Poems by Malcolm Whyman The Rat and Other Poems by Malcolm Whyman Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 6320 words Sample 15%
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Malcolm Whyman has worked and lived in the Nottingham area for the majority of his life. He was a well known face on the Nottingham folk/session scene for many years, personally organising a Monday night sing and drink for a decade. He began writing his biography in 2008, which is now available for free download. He is currently writing two other fictional works, and is near completing a series of folk poems.
Variations on Some Psalms by Kamala Moore Variations on Some Psalms by Kamala Moore Feb. 06, 2012 $2.00 11883 words Sample 30%
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Kamala has written poetry off and on throughout her life. Now, she is finally giving herself permission to do what she loves; to write the poetry that flows from living life. As one of her favorite poets, Rumi says, "Let the beauty you love be what you do"
Chaotic Control by Sumayyah Talibah Chaotic Control by Sumayyah Talibah Feb. 06, 2012 $3.99 6416 words Sample 20%
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Sumayyah Talibah always knew she wanted to be a writer. At an early age, she began to entertain her family and friends with fantastic tales and songs. As a teenager, while being educated in the Detroit Public School system, Sumayyah decided to take her writing seriously. Poems and critical essays were her main focus at that time, although she did attempt her first novel during that period. Recently, the learning and reading (and reading and learning) has started to pay off. With several short stories, poems appearing in Liberated Muse Volume 1: How I Freed My Soul, Liberated Muse Volume 2: Betrayal Wears a Pretty Face, the upcoming Dear Sister Anthology, 2 self-published zines, and a soon-to-be published novel under her belt, Sumayyah Talibah is finally making strides toward world domination. She currently lives in Michigan with her husband, the hip hop artist, producer, and renaissance man, Tasherre Risay, their children, a cat, a well-used library card and overflowing bookshelves.
A Poem of Science, Or This Our Frost-Weary Harbor by J. Celan Smith A Poem of Science, Or This Our Frost-Weary Harbor by J. Celan Smith Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 49832 words Sample 20%
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iPhoems I by Frederik Christian iPhoems I by Frederik Christian Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 683 words Read a sample
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Writer/poet, born 1988. Published my first poetic work in Danish in the fall of 2010 at the Danish publishing house Darklights and has contributed to online magazines and performed several times live at stage. Thank you for reading! In danish: Digter/forfatter, f. 1988. Har udgivet digtsamlingen Jorden kalder på forlaget Darklights samt bidraget til tidsskrifter og optrådt med poesi. Tak, fordi du læser med!
iFone-digte I by Frederik Christian iFone-digte I by Frederik Christian Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 602 words Read a sample
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Writer/poet, born 1988. Published my first poetic work in Danish in the fall of 2010 at the Danish publishing house Darklights and has contributed to online magazines and performed several times live at stage. Thank you for reading! In danish: Digter/forfatter, f. 1988. Har udgivet digtsamlingen Jorden kalder på forlaget Darklights samt bidraget til tidsskrifter og optrådt med poesi. Tak, fordi du læser med!
The History of Liverpool In Verse by Caroline Doyle The History of Liverpool In Verse by Caroline Doyle Feb. 06, 2012 $4.99 5737 words Sample 20%
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I am 49 years old and live in Merseyside, England. I am a new writer. What I write comes from a lifetimes experience. I write fiction as well as non fiction.
Poemas en sepia by Alberto de la Madrid Poemas en sepia by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 06, 2012 $1.00 4543 words Sample 20%
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Pobre diablo by Alberto de la Madrid Pobre diablo by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 05, 2012 $1.00 5859 words Sample 20%
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Belshazzar and Antigone by G. E. Kruckeberg Belshazzar and Antigone by G. E. Kruckeberg Feb. 05, 2012 $3.50 14046 words Sample 20%
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G. E. Kruckeberg is a retired engineer turned author and poet. He has lived in several foreign countries including Japan, Korea, and Texas, and currently resides in Bucerias, Mexico with his wife Annie and a Chihuahua named Ninya.
Lyrical Ramblings by Stacy Stutz Lyrical Ramblings by Stacy Stutz Feb. 05, 2012 Free! 4213 words Read a sample
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Hi there! I never can seem to write a formal personal bio that is to my liking; it simply isn’t in my nature to be staid and proper and furthermore, referring to myself as “she” drives me a bit nuts. I’ve read that you should put your name in your bio as often as possible to drive traffic your way, I’m not interested in a virtual freeway, I much prefer the slower pace of winding roads with glorious vista’s unfolding over the rise. At heart, I am a poet; I would have my readers be those that also enjoy the journey, that take joy in life’s small moments of discovery. I am content that those who find me are those who pulled off life’s busy freeway even for a moment or two. I’m a mom, a wife, an avid reader, a writer and a poet – longest being the poet or perhaps the avid reader. My first (and so far only) contribution here at Smashwords is more of a biography that I could every write here. Lyrical Ramblings is the compilation of decades of poetic musings – they are as mercurial as a woman’s moods; they are the reflection of who I was, who I am and who I strive to be. Thank you to those of you who have downloaded my work and even more to those of you who have taken the time to leave a review! Currently, I’m working on a compilation of quirky short stories and hope to have them available in early Spring of 2012. Also, you should check out Mike Stutz's writings. No doubt I am biased, but he is a fantastic writer. ~Stacy
Desasosiego by Alberto de la Madrid Desasosiego by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 05, 2012 $1.00 10881 words Sample 20%
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De la espesura del viento by Alberto de la Madrid De la espesura del viento by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 05, 2012 $1.00 6098 words Sample 50%
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Green Ants and Yam by Paul Vanderloos Green Ants and Yam by Paul Vanderloos Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 2733 words
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Paul is a journalist, sub editor and author living in Mackay, on the central Queensland coast of Australia. He has had numerous articles published in newspapers and magazines, published a fantasy novel, had his stage play performed, and his poetry published in anthologies.
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.
Foot High Flames by Luis Costa Jr Foot High Flames by Luis Costa Jr Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 1924 words Read a sample
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Luis Costa Jr. lives on the out skirts of the oldest city in North America, Saint Augustine Florida. As an emotional poet Luis enjoys acting; and is a saltwater reef tank enthusiast. He encourages all reef hobbyists and aquatics pet shop’s to frag-swap their corals and protect our ocean reefs.
The Eventual Moment by Violet Anthony The Eventual Moment by Violet Anthony Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 2556 words Sample 15%
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Algunos versos by Alberto de la Madrid Algunos versos by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 3302 words Read a sample
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A Communion of Water and Blood by Bernard Fancher A Communion of Water and Blood by Bernard Fancher Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 5364 words Read a sample
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I live on a small and mostly defunct farm in western New York, where the events of a typical day include writing and walking my dogs--items not necessarily listed in order of priority. (At least not from the dogs' point of view.)
Viejos olmos by Alberto de la Madrid Viejos olmos by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 04, 2012 $1.00 21021 words Sample 50%
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Dark Mysteries by Jim Pyra Dark Mysteries by Jim Pyra Feb. 04, 2012 $1.99 3534 words Sample 5%
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Talking to Myselves by Shawn Edrei Talking to Myselves by Shawn Edrei Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 6061 words Sample 30%
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Shawn Edrei is an American writer, gamer, poet and all-around story junkie. He's been writing since he was old enough to pick up a pencil and isn't planning to stop any time soon. In addition to his creative endeavours, Shawn is also preparing to pursue a doctorate in English Literature, at which point he will likely demand the world address him only as "Dr. Shawn". His main literary interests are postmodern fiction, SF and fantasy that doesn't go on for a dozen books.
Svart hetta by Björn Björkegren Svart hetta by Björn Björkegren Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 50 words Read a sample
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I väntan på juridiskt korrekt bolagisering av Firma Björkegren Mat&Kultur i samarbete med SYNTES FÖRLAGSVERKSAMHET, Textkollektivet A-4:an samt Reservoar och Majorna Moisture, så lägger jag ut några kortare texter här. God läsning på er allihop! /B
Selected Poems by Louis Bertrand Shalako Selected Poems by Louis Bertrand Shalako Feb. 04, 2012 $0.99 4645 words Sample 20%
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Louis Bertrand Shalako lives in Canada. He studied Radio, Television, and Journalism Arts at Lambton College. He enjoys cycling and swimming, and loves good books. He writes full time. His work has appeared in six languages.
The Breathless Pause by Moyra Caldecott The Breathless Pause by Moyra Caldecott Feb. 03, 2012 $5.99 9450 words Sample 20%
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Moyra Caldecott was born in Pretoria, South Africa in 1927, and moved to London in 1951. She has degrees in English and Philosophy and an M.A. in English Literature, and has written more than 20 books. She has earned a reputation as a novelist who writes as vividly about the adventures and experiences to be encountered in the inner realms of the human consciousness as she does about those in the outer physical world. To Moyra, reality is multidimensional.
Poetic Reflections by Stevie Seber Poetic Reflections by Stevie Seber Feb. 03, 2012 Free! 4553 words Read a sample
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I started writing in elemetary school and began writing novels in middle school, by high school I was writing romance novels and recently have started to experiment with writing erotic romance and paranormal romance, which I hope to publish here.
A Legend of A Remarkable Bard by Samuel Luck A Legend of A Remarkable Bard by Samuel Luck Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 4014 words Sample 10%
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Koors/Fotografie: Twee Versamelings Gedigte by Brand Smit Koors/Fotografie: Twee Versamelings Gedigte by Brand Smit Feb. 02, 2012 $5.99 9765 words Sample 20%
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Brand Smit is a freelance writer, part-time teacher and since 2006, master of a wide variety of websites. Born in Pretoria in 1971, Brand traversed South Africa with his family for the next 15 years. He graduated from high school in 1989, as fate would have it, back in Pretoria. He then continued his training for life as a productive adult at the University of Pretoria, before heading south a year later. After five years of learning and thinking he followed the only path that seemed reasonable after thinking about it. Two years in South Korea had him yearning for the country of his birth. He returned, worked in Johannesburg for six months, and then left again – this time for the shores of the beautiful island of Taiwan. He has called the southern port city of Kaohsiung home ever since.
Makeece by Makeece Makeece by Makeece Feb. 02, 2012 $7.00 9595 words Sample 20%
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My Chaotic Life in the Simple Art of Poetry by Jacklynn Sutherland My Chaotic Life in the Simple Art of Poetry by Jacklynn Sutherland Feb. 02, 2012 $0.99 6947 words Sample 20%
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Poemas solo poemas by Olga Muñoz Poemas solo poemas by Olga Muñoz Feb. 02, 2012 $0.99 8177 words Sample 20%
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Olga M. Muñoz, nació en Caimito, un pequeño pueblo de la provincia de La Habana, Cuba. Conoció la pobreza y se hizo maestra de niños. A la par que enseñaba aprendió que en la vida puedes alcanzar lo que te propones, pero cuesta. En 1980 llego al exilio en Miami y logró continuar en el magisterio. “Pobre de aquel que no ama lo que hace". En su opinión, escribir es conversar consigo mismo, un monólogo donde cada latido expresa una palabra y cada suspiro una ilusión.
Fantasies of the Waking Dreamer by K.W. McCabe Fantasies of the Waking Dreamer by K.W. McCabe Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 881 words Read a sample
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K.W. McCabe is a Californian transplant to Minnesota. She lives there with her family where she tries very hard to stay warm in all the snow. She has loved fairy tales, Sci-fi, and fantasy all her life, and has been writing stories and poems of that nature since she could first spell. She has worked, in the past, as a library assistant, a baby sitter, a counseling hotline intern, and as a case manager. She maintains that art and writing can only be done when inspired, and inspiration comes from a sufficient amount of laziness. Currently, she is working on a teen dragon romance novel, The Dragon's Call. Check out her blog to get more information on how to read it for free. Contact her at: http://kwmccabe.blogspot.com http://cheapbookies.blogspot.com/ http://kwmdigest.blogspot.com https://twitter.com/#!/kw_mccabe http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/In-Light-of-Burning/277364662296215 http://www.facebook.com/#!/kywmccabe http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5269189.K_W_McCabe
Venus in Arms by Criss Jami Venus in Arms by Criss Jami Feb. 01, 2012 $4.99 6337 words Sample 10%
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Criss Jami is the author of "Venus in Arms" and "Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile". Born in 1987, he is the lead singer of the rock band Venus in Arms based in Washington, D.C. He is also a poet, essayist, and existentialist philosopher. He studied philosophy at George Mason University.
Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile by Criss Jami Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile by Criss Jami Feb. 01, 2012 $3.99 16703 words Sample 10%
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Criss Jami is the author of "Venus in Arms" and "Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile". Born in 1987, he is the lead singer of the rock band Venus in Arms based in Washington, D.C. He is also a poet, essayist, and existentialist philosopher. He studied philosophy at George Mason University.
Poetic Impressions...On Your Heart ,Mind & Soul book 2 by jami pereira Poetic Impressions...On Your Heart ,Mind & Soul book 2 by jami pereira Feb. 01, 2012 $1.00 3912 words Sample 5%
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Born in California. Raised all across the United States.Settled in Texas. Blessed with two wonderful children,now grown. Ms.Jami L.Pereira spent twenty five years of her career in the construction field .She loves nature and is an avid outdoors woman.A lover of life and all that it has to offer.She prides herself as being disciplined with old fashioned values ,morals and integrity .
Earth, Air, Fire, and Water by G. E. Kruckeberg Earth, Air, Fire, and Water by G. E. Kruckeberg Feb. 01, 2012 $2.50 6750 words Sample 20%
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G. E. Kruckeberg is a retired engineer turned author and poet. He has lived in several foreign countries including Japan, Korea, and Texas, and currently resides in Bucerias, Mexico with his wife Annie and a Chihuahua named Ninya.
A Story not Wished to be Read by Nicola Black A Story not Wished to be Read by Nicola Black Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 1842 words Read a sample
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Hi. I'm merely a young woman experimenting in the arts. I figure it's less harmful than some experiments.
Before Dark, and After by Bernard Fancher Before Dark, and After by Bernard Fancher Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 5250 words Read a sample
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I live on a small and mostly defunct farm in western New York, where the events of a typical day include writing and walking my dogs--items not necessarily listed in order of priority. (At least not from the dogs' point of view.)
Beni de Bir Seven Vardı by Salih Aslanparcasi Beni de Bir Seven Vardı by Salih Aslanparcasi Feb. 01, 2012 $3.99 3139 words Sample 20%
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MEHMET SALİH NEZİH, 01 ocak 1989 tarihinde diyarbakır'ın çermik ilçesine bağlı petekkaya köyünde dünyaya geldi. Şiir'e olan ilgisi küçük yaşlarda başladı,ilk şiir'ini 16 yaşında iken yazdı. 2007 yılının haziran ayında ailesi ile birlikte antalya'ya taşındı. Halen anyalya'da ikamet etmetedir.
Voices Through Skin by Theresa Senato Edwards Voices Through Skin by Theresa Senato Edwards Feb. 01, 2012 $6.99 9546 words Sample 16%
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Theresa Senato Edwards lives in Poughkeepsie, New York, with her family. She teaches and tutors at Marist College. Theresa is also founding editor/publisher of Holly Rose Review.