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A Dreaming Myth Vol. 1: The New World by Brandon Benevides A Dreaming Myth Vol. 1: The New World by Brandon Benevides Nov. 28, 2011 Free! 100268 words Read a sample
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Im just a young writer with dreams of glory and adventure. Even as i am currently 17 years old, my fantasy epic, A Dreaming Myth is my most favourite piece of work i have ever done, and it is because i use a fictional mindset to bend the world I know to how i want it, and shape it to this fantasy. creating a new universe may not be as hard as i thought, but trying to expand it is what's hard. I wanted to tell a story of the future that is most unique and unexpected.....
Soul View by Jeff Inlo Soul View by Jeff Inlo Oct. 21, 2009 Free! 106241 words Read a sample
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Operation:Pseudo Cop by Daniel Garza Operation:Pseudo Cop by Daniel Garza April 18, 2011 Free! 8924 words Read a sample
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Of course you all know my name already and that I am happily married, judging from the picture. Anyhow,I wasn't always this happy. Most of my life was a total disaster from as far back as my memory let's me remember. But that is now the past and we must move forward. Even though I am having some trouble I feel I will, in the end be triumphant. I just finished my first semester of college at Houston Community College and am currently enrolled full time for summer courses as well. I am determined to finish school and be successful in the world of broadcast journalism and/or film. I want, like all others, give my children the things I never had growing up. Hopefully it will be sooner than later through these books I've offered up. Thank you
Halloween Prayers by Al Bruno III Halloween Prayers by Al Bruno III Nov. 25, 2011 Free! 6563 words Read a sample
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Al Bruno III is a writer of comedy and horror with almost twenty years experience in crafting stories that as unforgettable as they are strange. Or then again, maybe he's just another unpublished author with a blog.
Home Lost by Franz McLaren Home Lost by Franz McLaren Nov. 23, 2010 Free! 77941 words Read a sample
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I was born in South Carolina and raised in Pennsylvania. I've spent time in 48 out of the 50 United States, and lived in Japan, Germany, and South Africa. I have also spent significant time in half a dozen European countries. All of this leads to a more sedate lifestyle now, but a vivid imagination.
Butta': Worldwide - Sample Chapters by Corey Aaron Burkes Butta': Worldwide - Sample Chapters by Corey Aaron Burkes Jan. 31, 2012 Free! 9513 words Read a sample
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Someone who loves to write a lot of stories.
The Damned: The Damnation Chronicles: book 1 by Joseph Sweet The Damned: The Damnation Chronicles: book 1 by Joseph Sweet Dec. 01, 2011 Free! 53965 words Read a sample
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Joseph Sweet was born October 31 1976, and has been writing seriously since the age of sixteen. He currently lives in the upstate NY community of Watertown. Aside from writing he plays guitar and keyboard, writes and sings his own songs, and is an amateur photographer. He has worked in Television and radio doing voices and making and editing commercials, played in several bands, and acted in theater, but his greatest passion is and always has been his writing.
Death By Drowning by Duncan James Death By Drowning by Duncan James Oct. 08, 2011 Free! 2791 words Read a sample
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Duncan James was an RAF pilot before eventually reaching the higher levels of the civil service, in a career that included top-level posts at home and abroad with the Defence Ministry, and work with the Metropolitan Police at Scotland Yard. A life-long and compulsive writer, he has produced everything from Government statements, Ministerial briefing papers, press announcements and reference books. As a public affairs consultant and freelance author, he was a prolific writer of magazine articles on a wide variety of subjects.
Erotic Tales: Ride A Cock Horse (Revised) by Severin Rossetti Erotic Tales: Ride A Cock Horse (Revised) by Severin Rossetti Dec. 08, 2010 Free! 3902 words Read a sample
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Severin Rossetti was a teacher of fine art, but now works in a Liverpool museum/gallery, less money but a lot less stress. At the same time that he turned from teaching fine art, he also turned from its practice -have you seen the crap that passes for fine art these days?!?- to concentrate on writing. After many rejection slips he finally had some encouragement. 'Interesting,' said one editor, 'but it lacks passion. Spice it up a bit.' Which he did, only to be told 'wow!'... 'well!'... 'spiced up, yes, but we can't possibly publish this!' Fortunately, others could, with the result that his erotic stories have been published in the UK and the USA in various magazines and anthologies. Novels and short story collections have also been published in the US by Renaissance Ebooks.com. If the erotic genre is not your thing, however, please note that also available on Smashwords are more 'serious' works, some for sale but many for free. Strange, though, that the erotic genre is proving the most popular, and especially the free ones. So... a cry from the heart... feel free to try the free ones but PLEASE, also, splash out a dollar or two if you can afford it! And if you want to know any more, please contact the author at severinrossetti@aol.com
Influence of Love by Patricia Lynne Influence of Love by Patricia Lynne Nov. 14, 2011 Free! 12288 words Read a sample
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I'm just a girl with a love for all things creative. I never thought I'd be a writer and in school it was the farthest thing from my mind. Then one day I got a story idea and decided to write it down. Then another idea came. And another. Then THE idea came. A story I wanted to share with the world. It was all downhill after that. Hopefully, you enjoy reading my stories as much as I enjoy writing them.
Girt By Sea by Dave  Riley Girt By Sea by Dave Riley Aug. 21, 2011 Free! 3208 words Sample 50%
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Dave Riley is a blogger and occasional podcaster based in the seaside township of Beachmere, near Brisbane , Queensland, Australia. He wrote the 'Life of Riley' columns for Green Left Weekly during the 1990s. As well as writing satire he has written journalism and short plays. In the 1970s and again in the 1990s he formed and ran street theatre troupes. He has also written and performed cabaret and experimented with online media. During a puppetry phase, he created and toured a Punch and Judy show as 'Professor Ratbaggy's Red Cordial Show' before audiences of disapproving adults and rioting under twelves. Over his working life he has worked as a nurse, political organiser, laborer,process worker, community artist, mask maker and writer. Dave sees himself primarily as a satirist --albeit one with a dark and mordant POV -- and will offer an opinion on anything you care to mention. He grows vegetables, takes terriers for walks and sails a canoe in the shallow waters of Deception Bay.
The Rental by Shain Knowles The Rental by Shain Knowles Dec. 05, 2011 Free! 4088 words Read a sample
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Shain Knowles lives in Texas with his family writing and reading. He has served his country and worked as a salesman, mechanic, painter, retail manager,driver and a few other odds and ends. He has seen the majority of the states and read most of the classics.
The Hawk's Shadow (A Tale from Secramore - Fantasy Novelette) by M.S. Verish The Hawk's Shadow (A Tale from Secramore - Fantasy Novelette) by M.S. Verish Jan. 08, 2011 Free! 11003 words Read a sample
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M.S. Verish, also known as Matthew and Stefanie Verish, are co-authors as well as husband and wife. They knew they were destined for marriage when they could write together without killing each other. Their writing partnership has rewarded them with wonderful journeys into the realm of fantasy, culminating in the epic world, Secramore. The couple shares a love of nature and art and lives in Northeast Ohio with their large family of cavies. http://msverish.blogspot.com/ Night Apple, LLC
The Anonymous Collection by Tonye Conte The Anonymous Collection by Tonye Conte Dec. 06, 2010 Free! 998 words Read a sample
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I like to write and publish inspirational books that actually make you want to marvel at your life.
The Flying Castle Stories, 1, 2 and 3 by Robert Mayfield The Flying Castle Stories, 1, 2 and 3 by Robert Mayfield Aug. 23, 2011 Free! 6842 words Read a sample
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Having spent a few of my early years literally ‘at sea’ I gained a few qualifications and began teaching English and History. With the opportunity of having group of potential actors on my hands I began writing short plays. A very battered old History book prompted me into considering periods like the Ice Age, and this in turn led to my writing The Time Chase in 1983 to show the effect of climate change through the adventures of Robin Aide and the great wizard Ubiquitous. It was in this story that Lucky Jim the tiny green genie came to life. I then got into lyric writing and I adapted The Ring in the Rough Stuff by Antonia Barber as a play and then a musical, which ended up reaching the finals of the Barclays Youth Music Theatre Awards in 1987/8 at the Queen Elizabeth Hall. The interest in music led onto the formation of the Blue Flash Music Trust and the discovery of the wonderful acoustics of the Horsham Town Hall. Access to the hall became increasingly difficult and to keep the idea of this unique and iconic building alive I wrote Dan Roberts’ Dream in 2005. Dan Roberts was the custodian of the Town Hall for the then Duke of Norfolk in the 18th century, and legend has it that he is haunting the Town Hall until it becomes famous once again. It was the delving into the life and times of Dan Roberts that sparked off The Flying Castle Stories.
Magnum Tales ~ C is for Cum by J.M. Hadley Magnum Tales ~ C is for Cum by J.M. Hadley Jan. 27, 2011 Free! 2333 words Read a sample
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J.M. Hadley has been writing erotica for many years, but has only recently become brave enough to share it. Many of her stories are based loosely on life's experiences.
Life and Borges by Ryan Frawley Life and Borges by Ryan Frawley Dec. 02, 2011 Free! 1180 words Sample 20%
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Ryan Frawley was born and raised in Coventry, England, and currently lives in Vancouver, Canada where he writes mostly at night.
The Candidate by Thomas Robertson The Candidate by Thomas Robertson Aug. 26, 2011 Free! 1751 words Sample 20%
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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.
Apocratusis - Part 1 from The Search for Artemis (The Chronicles of Landon Wicker, Book 1) by P.D. Griffith Apocratusis - Part 1 from The Search for Artemis (The Chronicles of Landon Wicker, Book 1) by P.D. Griffith Sep. 17, 2011 Free! 21047 words Read a sample
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Gryff Publishing, Ltd. is an independent publisher in Denver, CO looking to provide entertaining and fulfilling fiction to the masses.
Followers of the Dead Man by G Haritharan Followers of the Dead Man by G Haritharan Aug. 30, 2011 Free! 76440 words Read a sample
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All about writing. All about being independent... so this works for me! Wide variety in my stuff so please read me before judgement. Cheers in advance!
Warm Summer Night by Max G. Bernard Warm Summer Night by Max G. Bernard July 09, 2009 Free! 667 words Read a sample
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Max G. Bernard is the pen name of a writer with around 45 years of writing, editing, publishing, and journalism experience. He wrote for student, "underground," and radical newspapers in the 60's and 70's. He lives in the Midwestern region of Woodstock Nation, and is residing in the 1960's until something better comes along. He is involved in writing science fiction, mysteries, weird cross genre stories, and semi-autobiographical pieces. A fan of Bob Dylan's music, Alfred Hitchcock's movies, and Philip K. Dick's science fiction, he is married, with two children, and a dog. He is a fervent opponent of DRM (digital rights management) in publishing. He agrees with Tom Robbins that it is "never too late to have a happy childhood," and with the spirit of the statement, "Be realistic, demand the impossible."
It's Alright : The Rape Of Iuevnis Galvin by German Alcala It's Alright : The Rape Of Iuevnis Galvin by German Alcala June 27, 2011 Free! 1167 words Read a sample
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15 year old Boy Queen Poet. Crowned on May 17, 2010 (when I published my first eBook) Website: http://GermanAlcala.Tk "If... Liberace ate Lil Kim (circa 1996-2008) and then made a baby with Shakira after she had drunk Edgar Allan Poe's ashes you would pretty much get my clone... or the true story of my creation!!!" Twitter: @GermanAlcala And On The Eighth Day (The Free Digital Album)is now out at my website! And On The Eighth Day & the Special Edition are out everywhere! -German Alcala
The Fluffer by Max M Power The Fluffer by Max M Power Feb. 21, 2011 Free! 12324 words Read a sample
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Welcome my name is Max M. Power and I am a Story Teller. Like many Story Tellers before me I am here to feed your imagination. I have had the honor of being compared to such writers as Ernest Hemingway, Robert Browning, James Patterson, and Tom Clancy, but without all the boring details. My subject matter spans from poetry to short stories to novels. I am the Owner of Writing With Power Publishing and yes I self publish. I want to be able to control my work and not sell out to big corperations who are just looking to make a fast buck. I am more interested in having readers than profit. For this reason ALL ebooks that I am able to publish via SMASHWORDS will be published at no charge to the reader. I ask that you pass on and share my books with others so that the word may spread. If you want a paper copy you can order directly from the printer, cutting out the middle man completely. The links are on my website. So again, welcome to my world, I hope you enjoy your stay. Now sit back, relax, and let the journey begin. In the infamous words of Snoopy, the Greatest Story Teller, “It was a dark and stormy night…”
The Footballer's Last Play by Lian C. Wright The Footballer's Last Play by Lian C. Wright Dec. 11, 2011 Free! 1140 words Read a sample
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An American writer.
The Christmas Wolf by W.D. Gagliani The Christmas Wolf by W.D. Gagliani Dec. 19, 2011 Free! 8078 words Read a sample
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W. D. Gagliani’s Wolf’s Trap was a finalist for the Bram Stoker Award in 2004. His novels Wolf's Gambit, Wolf's Bluff and the upcoming Wolf's Edge (2011) also feature Homicide Detective Nick Lupo. He is the author of numerous short stories published in anthologies such as Robert Bloch’s Psychos, Dark Passions: Hot Blood 13 (with David Benton), Wicked Karnival Halloween Horror, Small Bites, The Midnighters Club, and More Monsters From Memphis, among others. "The Great Belzoni and the Gait of Anubis," also a werewolf tale of sorts, is available through Amazon.com. His stories have appeared in e-zines such as Dead Lines, Wicked Karnival, Horrorfind, and The Grimoire. His book reviews are published regularly in Cemetery Dance, the Bram Stoker Award–winning Web site Chiaroscuro (www.chizine.com), the Web site HorrorWorld, and others, and his nonfiction has been in The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, BookPage, BookLovers, The Scream Factory, Horror Magazine, Science Fiction Chronicle, and various others. When not writing, reading, or reviewing books, he listens to old and new progressive rock, plays with vintage synthesizers and his Theremin, and collects interesting weaponry. He is a member of the Horror Writers Association (HWA), the International Thriller Writers (ITW), and the Authors Guild. MYSTERIES & MAYHEM is a collection of stories, published and new, written with David Benton. MOOD ELEVATOR is one of those, previously published in HOT BLOOD 13.
The Weavers by Michael Casey The Weavers by Michael Casey Oct. 15, 2011 Free! 7075 words Read a sample
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I'm a writer.
The Ghosts of Earth by Paul Dore The Ghosts of Earth by Paul Dore Aug. 17, 2009 Free! 178780 words Read a sample
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Love, Death, and Loneliness by Douglas Brown Love, Death, and Loneliness by Douglas Brown March 11, 2011 Free! 3602 words Read a sample
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Douglas R. Brown is a fantasy writer living in Pataskala, Ohio. He began writing over five years ago as a cathartic way of dealing with the day-to-day stresses of life as a firefighter/paramedic for the Columbus Ohio Division of Fire. Now he focuses his writing on fantasy where he can draw from his lifelong love of the genre. He has been married for 14 years and has a son and two dogs. His fantasy novel, "The Light of Epertase: Legends Reborn," will be released August 1, 2011 from Rhemalda Publishing.
L'Existentialiste by Ratan Lal Basu L'Existentialiste by Ratan Lal Basu Dec. 19, 2011 Free! 11919 words Read a sample
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ADDRESS: Kolkata, India EDUCATION Ph. D. in Economics Profession: Retired from 1st January, 2009 from the post of Reader in Economics and Teacher-in-Charge, Bhairab Ganguly College, Kolkata, India
Tempus Bellator, part 1 by ken kemper Tempus Bellator, part 1 by ken kemper Aug. 29, 2009 You set the price! 8704 words Sample 50%
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The idea for the Tempus Bellator series came while I was reading about Hari Seldon, Thomas Covenant, and even the Doctor.
City of Fire by Gary Fish City of Fire by Gary Fish May 20, 2010 Free! 2086 words Read a sample
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Married, have two girls and one grandaughter. Born in Iowa City, Iowa. Currently living in Florida In Print and published: Two traveling photo books and those on smashwords.
Ice mine part 2 by jacob vondrasek Ice mine part 2 by jacob vondrasek Nov. 18, 2011 Free! 671 words Read a sample
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the pepole that inspired me to write my books: pual(dillan),eliot,my siter rachel,mrs keneddy and thanks of all to smashwords for making my dream come true. ive been inspired to write books for many years but ive always found it to hard and finnaly i found a publisher,mainly i write action and adventure but somtimes i write drama. im 12 though and im still a very talented writer you should read my books like ice mine part 1 and 2 and oasis
The Education of a Messiah: A Light-Hearted Report by Lawrence John Brown The Education of a Messiah: A Light-Hearted Report by Lawrence John Brown Oct. 11, 2009 Free! 57783 words Read a sample
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The author teaches English at a private university in South Korea. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska and came with his family to the beautiful Santa Clara Valley in California—then the apricot and prune capitals of the world—a few weeks later. After dropping out of the University of California, he spent two and a half decades studying philosophy and Eastern religions before publishing his first book, My Country Is Called Earth, in 1994. That was followed by Prelude To A Golden Age in 2004 and The Education of a Messiah in 2009. His email address is ptaganow@yahoo.com.
So tell me what's normal by Sally Panayiotou So tell me what's normal by Sally Panayiotou Nov. 30, 2011 Free! 27435 words Read a sample
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I'm one of the Panayiotous of Enfield, North London who grew up enjoying local renown courtesy of our distinct surname and the fact that six siblings born within a span of eight years meant by the time my baby brother hit primary school teachers could not only pronounce our name, but actually spell it too. My first two books are both for tweens. 'So tell me what's normal' is 'real life' adventure and Slight problem I'm not Lissa is a fantasy adventure. I'm currently working on the first book in a new young adult paranormal series for slightly older readers. I hope you enjoy reading my books as much as I love writing them, but I really appreciate all feedback, be it bad or good. Sally x
[n] by Edward Wells II [n] by Edward Wells II Jan. 03, 2012 You set the price! 6074 words Sample 20%
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Yep.
Just Call Me Jake by Tracy Arbors Just Call Me Jake by Tracy Arbors Dec. 30, 2011 You set the price! 45637 words Sample 50%
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Tracy Arbors is a character in her own right. She started out as a pseudonym, reflecting the author’s more liberal and flamboyant side. Hypocrisy, social injustice and the destruction of the environment make her blood boil, but she's learned that a little honey and humor goes a longer way towards building a better world. She hopes you’ll enjoy her stories and recommend them to your friends!
The James Charade by James McLaughlin The James Charade by James McLaughlin June 07, 2011 Free! 84191 words Read a sample
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His lifelong love of reading coupled with an overactive imagination fueled the creation of Jim McLaughlin's two novels. Starting with comic books as a kid, Jim is never without a good book at his side. A career move to Chicago was the spark that ignited the story behind "The James Charade'. The economic downturn set in motion the central theme in "The Leveler". Born in Iowa but raised in Prairie Village, Kansas, Jim spent the majority of his career in the medical equipment industry, working for large companies before plunging headfirst into the wonderful world of entrepreneurship by starting and selling two successful medical equipment businesses in the Kansas City area. Now retired, Jim spends his time reading and writing. He loves to travel with his wife, is addicted to water sports, is lousy at golf but still likes to play, and spends his spare time in his bead studio where he practices the age old art of lampwork. Jim's favorite authors are Catherine Coulter (www.catherinecoulter.com), Lawrence Sanders (may God rest his soul), and Robert B. Parker (now writing in Heaven with Lawrence Sanders).
Tragedie Van de Bokser by Ratan Lal Basu Tragedie Van de Bokser by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 07, 2012 Free! 3709 words Read a sample
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ADDRESS: Kolkata, India EDUCATION Ph. D. in Economics Profession: Retired from 1st January, 2009 from the post of Reader in Economics and Teacher-in-Charge, Bhairab Ganguly College, Kolkata, India
Bellatrix: Swords of Chaos, Book One by Alex Cannon Bellatrix: Swords of Chaos, Book One by Alex Cannon April 24, 2011 Free! 112908 words Read a sample
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I write fantasy and some science fiction. I like stories that are big in scope and epic in theme.
Wanted for Questioning by Tom Mitchell Wanted for Questioning by Tom Mitchell June 12, 2011 Free! 81108 words Read a sample
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Tom has a master’s degree in psychology from Clark University. From 1966 to 1969 he was a National Science Foundation fellow. During the 1970s he worked for the Veterans Administration, the Massachusetts Department of Correction and the San Francisco Police Department. Wanted for Questioning is based in part on those experiences. He lives with his wife in Northern California.
The Witch and the Sunflower Girl by Erik C The Witch and the Sunflower Girl by Erik C Dec. 28, 2011 Free! 7319 words Read a sample
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The author lives and works in New York City and is working on an International Thriller due in 2012-2013. His website is http://www.thewitchandthesunflowergirl.com
Hearts of Ice by Patrick O'Duffy Hearts of Ice by Patrick O'Duffy Jan. 12, 2012 Free! 1355 words Read a sample
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Patrick O'Duffy is tall, Australian and a professional editor, although not always in that order. He has written role-playing games, short fiction, a little journalism and freelance non-fiction, and is currently working on a novel, although frankly not working hard enough. He loves off-kilter fiction, Batman comics and his fiancée, and finds this whole writing-about-yourself-in-the-third-person thing difficult to take seriously.
Lust, Money & Murder - Book 1, Lust by Mike Wells Lust, Money & Murder - Book 1, Lust by Mike Wells June 15, 2011 Free! 29924 words Read a sample
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I'm an American thriller & suspense author. I also teach part-time in the Creative Writing program at Oxford. I'm known for my fast-paced, action-packed novels.
Fool Me Twice by Jim Dodge Jr. Fool Me Twice by Jim Dodge Jr. Oct. 16, 2009 Free! 61703 words Read a sample
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I'm an all around kind of guy. I write poetry, short stories and, occasionally, novels. I'm also a musician, father, husband, Cub Scout leader and a dump truck driver. I also write reviews and stuff for Mass Movement (www.massmovement.co.uk), a music magazine based in the UK. I'm tall, handsome and big hit with the ladies. I love being me!
The Last Days of Kafka by Colin Cohen The Last Days of Kafka by Colin Cohen Jan. 25, 2012 Free! 3168 words Read a sample
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Fissure Monroe by Tom Lichtenberg Fissure Monroe by Tom Lichtenberg Nov. 24, 2009 Free! 24511 words Read a sample
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I write books across a lot of different genres and styles. I've got some sci-fi, some mystery, some satire, some young adult, a little kids' book, and some just plain old-fashioned stories. Most are short and easy to read, are sometimes funny and often feature unexpected endings. Some of my books are related to each other, sharing characters, locales and plots. Snapdragon Alley, Freak City and Dragon Town comprise "The Dragon City Trilogy" The "All Geeked Up" collection includes World Weary Avengers, Ledman Pickup, and In Constant Contact "The Secret Trilogy" is 'Chaos Fiction' and includes Squatter with a Lexus, Secret Sidewalk, and Hidden Highway "Rays and Nights" is a collection of cross-genre stories that share certain characters, and includes the faux-horror Zombie Nights, the sci-fi Death Ray Butterfly and the coming-of age stories of Raisinheart Fissure Monroe features the intrepid private eye, Dawn Debris. Missy Tonight follows Orange Car with Stripes in these stories of Atheist Comic Sci-Fi Pulp Fiction. Golden is a screenplay based on Time Zone. Jimmyland is a screenplay based on Phantom of the Mall. Inspector Mole pops up all over the place. If you like one, chances are you'll like another, and if you don't, well, thanks for giving it a try!
Diary from the Wall Street Occupation! by Paul Hawkins Diary from the Wall Street Occupation! by Paul Hawkins Oct. 13, 2011 Free! 1812 words Read a sample
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Paul Hawkins is the kind of guy you only meet once or twice in your life, and the first time you thought he was panhandling for change. A less discerning man might suspect he dresses in the dark, but there is motive behind all of it. He wrestled the atom for its secrets and found them wanting; he does not like ethanol because it gums up his engine. He writes because other people haven't said it yet. If he could play the piano, he would. He likes cajun food. If you think he owes you money, he is not the Paul Hawkins you are thinking of.
Puffy by Charles Sarlanis Puffy by Charles Sarlanis Nov. 03, 2011 Free! 7175 words Read a sample
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Deviations: Covenant by Elissa Malcohn Deviations: Covenant by Elissa Malcohn Nov. 26, 2009 Free! 89448 words Read a sample
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Elissa Malcohn's novelette "Lazuli" (Asimov's, Nov. 1984) made her a 1985 John W. Campbell Award finalist for best new science fiction writer of the year. Her short story "Moments of Clarity" (Full Spectrum, Bantam, 1988) reached preliminary ballot for the 1989 Nebula Awards. Commenting on "Moments of Clarity" in his review of Full Spectrum in the November, 1988, Out of This World Tribune, Bruce D. Arthurs wrote, "This one story is worth the price of the entire book." Elissa's work also appears in publications that won awards in 2009. IPPY Silver Medalist Riffing on Strings: Creative Writing Inspired by String Theory (Scriblerus Press) contains her story "Arachne" (originally published in Aboriginal Science Fiction, Dec. 1988). Bram Stoker Award winner Unspeakable Horror: From the Shadows of the Closet (Dark Scribe Press) contains her story "Memento Mori." Her story "Hermit Crabs" in Hugo Award winner Electric Velocipede (#14) and her novelette "Flotsam" in Asimov's (Oct./Nov. 2009) made the recommended reading list in The Year's Best Science Fiction, 26th and 27th Annual Collections, respectively. Elissa's work has appeared in dozens of publications since the 1970s. Covenant, the first volume of her Deviations series, was originally published by the now-defunct Aisling Press in 2007. Elissa edited Star*Line, the journal of the Science Fiction Poetry Association, from 1986-88 and was a four-time Rhysling Award nominee for best speculative poetry of the year. Outside the genre, Elissa won first prize in the Woodview Coffee House 2010 song-writing contest. Member, Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, Science Fiction Poetry Association, Broad Universe, more. Proud participant, Operation E-Book Drop, Books For Soldiers, and Shadow Forest Authors.
Letting Go by Rachelle Williams Letting Go by Rachelle Williams Aug. 14, 2011 Free! 2369 words Read a sample
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My name is Rachelle Williams, and I am a freelance web content producer with a penchant for writing short stories and flash fiction with a macabre twist. My other interests include photography (I shoot with a Cannon EOS 60D, wanna party?), classic films, nutritional healing, Generation X culture, and creating passive income on the Internet. ***Fairly Odd Quirks*** -- I have been trying to become a vegetarian for the past 5 years, but chicken and ribs keep thwarting my mission! -- I am learning how to master the trick of utilizing the gifts of Adult ADHD - Inattentive Type, but it's just so hard to focus...