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Where Hell Began by UCPoika Where Hell Began by UCPoika Feb. 07, 2012 $1.99 59994 words Sample 20%
Tobin Walker begins his "adult life" at thirteen, walking away from his parents farm in Nebraska in the early 1900's and the journey begins up to and including his travel due to the Great Depression, through hardships of many kinds but none like the one in the end of the book, a shocking finish! No it is not about the man on the cover that is a drawing of another man not fictionalized in here.
The London Bard. One Poet's Olympic Struggle Against Tyranny (Part One) by L.A. Coltrane The London Bard. One Poet's Olympic Struggle Against Tyranny (Part One) by L.A. Coltrane Feb. 01, 2012 $2.99 19874 words Sample 20%
In this heart warming piece, L. A. Coltrane drops our first ever Poet Laureate, into his greatest play, to rescue him from his gravest mistake, to solve, once and for all, the longest standing mystery surrounding Benjamin Jonson.
Kafka's Hairbrush (Story) by Stefano Boscutti Kafka's Hairbrush (Story) by Stefano Boscutti Jan. 31, 2012 Free! 4206 words Read a sample
Someone's having a bad hair day. Anxious writer Franz K. waits for the pharmacy in Prague's old square to open so he can purchase a bottle of his favorite hair tonic. Why are they late? What is wrong with the clerk? Why can't he understand a word he says? "Kafka’s Hairbrush" is an analeptic literary love story. A little pick-me-up. Can the fretful writer ever settle his nerves?
La seconda vita di Bettino Craxi by Fuoco Edizioni La seconda vita di Bettino Craxi by Fuoco Edizioni Jan. 31, 2012 $1.99 58184 words Sample 20%
Il romanzo costituisce, attraverso gli occhi di un immaginario Craxi redivivo, una vera e propria epopea dell'apice della Prima Repubblica, con gli scandali, gli sperperi, le piccole e grandi trame di quegli uomini che vissero da protagonisti forse quel periodo paradossalmente più florido della storia democratica italiana.
Burial at Sea by Jerome Francis Lusa Burial at Sea by Jerome Francis Lusa Jan. 28, 2012 $0.99 2904 words Sample 20%
I wasn't present when my family cast my maternal grandfather's ashes into the Atlantic Ocean. This short story is how I imagine his burial.
The Idiot Years by Brad Alan Lewis The Idiot Years by Brad Alan Lewis Jan. 28, 2012 $9.99 70385 words Sample 5%
'A story about a guy driving across the country.' I'm tempted to just leave it at that. But I doubt if it would entice too many readers to take a look at 'The Idiot Years.' Strong stuff contained within the pages - as strong and honest as I could write. I did my best. Take a look and tell me if it's good enough.
My Views On Reality by cody lewis My Views On Reality by cody lewis Jan. 27, 2012 $0.99 432 words Sample 20%
this is a biography.... into my dark and paranormal life. full book paranormality coming soon.
Oggi C'è Un Vento Buono by Donato Taddio Oggi C'è Un Vento Buono by Donato Taddio Jan. 21, 2012 $2.99 61790 words Sample 20%
Un misterioso incidente aereo, una collana di coincidenze, ricordi intrecciati, scoperte casuali, incontri. Un testimone. Un sogno.
A Tale Of Two Sex Crimes by Anindya Basu A Tale Of Two Sex Crimes by Anindya Basu Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 3188 words Read a sample
This booklet tells the story of two sex crimes that left indelible scars on the minds of two young boys. As a warning, readers looking for details of lurid sex should stay away from this booklet.
De nadagen van Nico by Patrick Brannigan De nadagen van Nico by Patrick Brannigan Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 867 words Read a sample
Een ultrakort verhaal over de verderfelijke invloed van Nico(tine). Een inspiratiebron voor iedereen die wil stoppen met roken. Of juist wil beginnen.
Henry Fuckit's First Expedition by Ian Martin Henry Fuckit's First Expedition by Ian Martin Jan. 19, 2012 $0.99 30900 words Sample 20%
Henry embarks on his first expedition, to Namibia, in search of Oxyaston. There he find inept doctors, Swapo sympathisers, a black cook named Angus, drunk policemen and a beautiful women behind a keyhole.
Deep Into The Hudson by E.J. Doyle Deep Into The Hudson by E.J. Doyle Jan. 12, 2012 $3.99 126603 words Sample 20%
This propelling, detail-oriented novel is a discharge of morality for the reader seeking a delirious, multi-perspective thrill of its own kind. Deep into the Hudson is a lifelike depiction of the conscious mind inside of a reckless drifter as he reconnects with an imaginary self after many excessive years of intravenous kicks.
My Father's Hair by Robby K My Father's Hair by Robby K Jan. 12, 2012 Free! 325 words Read a sample
A son reminisces about his father.
Zsákpapírok by János Gosztonyi Zsákpapírok by János Gosztonyi Jan. 10, 2012 $2.99 83091 words Sample 20%
Mi rejlik vajon e furcsa cim mögött? Mit irt Gosztonyi János zsákpapirokra? Regényt, memoárt, naplót, netán abszurd történetet? Igen, mindezt együtt egy 20.századi ember életútját kamaszkorától a nyugdijig, illetve1939-töl a nyolcvanas évekig.
Escape from the South Fork and Other Stories by Redjeb Jordania Escape from the South Fork and Other Stories by Redjeb Jordania Jan. 07, 2012 $3.99 32248 words Sample 15%
“If every person’s life story can fill a book, Redjeb Jordania's can fill a bookshelf. From the waters of Montauk to the mountains of the Caucasus and Paris in war times the brilliant stories in this collection take you on a whirlwind tour that open unexpected vistas and insights. With easy wit, irony and masterful description he brings us into his world to make us better understand our own.”
Secrets Kept / Secrets Told by Ben Nuttall-Smith Secrets Kept / Secrets Told by Ben Nuttall-Smith Jan. 07, 2012 $4.50 105806 words Sample 20%
Secrets Kept / Secrets Told, Paddy's story of Personal Growth, relates a journey of healing, showing that anyone can heal from abuse and PTSD, giving readers insight and hope.
The Paid Companion of J. Wilkes Booth by William Russo & Jan Merlin The Paid Companion of J. Wilkes Booth by William Russo & Jan Merlin Jan. 02, 2012 $9.99 74923 words Sample 10%
What you never knew about the Lincoln Assassination! Now comes the most unusual study of the conspiracy organized by John Wilkes Booth yet told. This tale centers on Booth's bodyguard and lynchpin of the plot.
The Lemp And The Lepers by Anindya Basu The Lemp And The Lepers by Anindya Basu Jan. 01, 2012 Free! 4048 words Read a sample
This small booklet contains three pieces. The first two about a mother's pet and his shameless, immoral activities described in a conversation between a father and his son. The third one exposes the total moral decay under communist rule in West Bengal in a meeting between two college mates.
Le Cercle du Kaiserhof by Erich von Neff Le Cercle du Kaiserhof by Erich von Neff Dec. 28, 2011 $1.99 9754 words Sample 20%
Dans ce court roman, l’Hôtel Kaiserhof historique est transformé, d’une façon surréaliste, dans l’espace et le temps, à la fois comme symbole et image distordue de la vérité du svastika.
A Man on the Couch (The Promiscuist Collection, Single 1) by Al Vee A Man on the Couch (The Promiscuist Collection, Single 1) by Al Vee Dec. 28, 2011 Free! 1129 words Read a sample
A Man on the Couch (The Promiscuist Collection, Single 1). Short story and overview - approximately 10 printed pages. This collection of singles is not about sex. Sex is only a backdrop against which the great mystery of emotional cleansing takes place. The Promiscuist is about a lonely person in a strange, big city, an alien even to indigenous New Yorkers. This is about the random drifting...
The Triple Shift by Lindsey Skye The Triple Shift by Lindsey Skye Dec. 04, 2011 Free! 479 words Read a sample
Inspired by mums around the world, working the triple shift.
I, Nephi... by k m mittan I, Nephi... by k m mittan Dec. 02, 2011 $4.99 103258 words Sample 10%
"Folks in Jackson Hole raise kids and hell, and plenty of both." - Bill Menor, owner of Menor's Ferry, Jackson Hole, Wyoming There are those that raise kids and they’re good at it. I wasn’t one of them. Had no interest in the project. But hell-raising? Now, that was another matter. - Nephi Moulton, homesteader, rancher and prankster extraordinaire.
Τετράδιο βιογραφίας by George Ksinos Τετράδιο βιογραφίας by George Ksinos Nov. 28, 2011 $19.99 68673 words Sample 20%
Τo «Τετράδιο βιογραφίας» είναι η μυθιστορηματική ανάπλαση του βίου και της δράσης του Βαρθολομαίου Κουτλουμουσιανού και ταυτόχρονα μια σκιαγραφία του καιρού και των τόπων όπου έζησε και δίδαξε τα ελληνικά γράμματα.
Quitting by Glenn Morison Quitting by Glenn Morison Nov. 25, 2011 $0.99 65039 words Sample 25%
“I loved it. You read it and you laugh and say 'this is goofy' but a half hour later you feel like something is wrong and you can't get the poor guy out of your head.” (Miriam Toews)
The Drunk by Erik Christian The Drunk by Erik Christian Nov. 23, 2011 $1.99 40098 words Sample 20%
Like With the clear child-like honesty of Henry Miller's writing, Erik Christian reveals his life of alcoholism and the demoralizing descent that accompanies addiction, and uncovers the futility and hopelessness of the never-ending cycle of the binge. With vulnerable and insightful dialogue, Erik Christian takes us on a wild ride and drops us safely back home when it's over.
Burning Embers and Other Stories of Marriage, Work, and Family by Charlie Close Burning Embers and Other Stories of Marriage, Work, and Family by Charlie Close Nov. 19, 2011 $3.99 72101 words Sample 20%
When Charlie discovered that he was not going to become rich working at a Seattle dot-com company, his wife Kathy knew just what to do: move away from the land of rain and lattes back to her home state of Michigan. Charlie agreed, and off they went. But it wasn't easy. New work, new family, new everything. Come join Charlie and Kathy and get ready to laugh.
Impronte d'Artista by Ettore Senigallia Impronte d'Artista by Ettore Senigallia Nov. 15, 2011 $3.00 3013 words Sample 20%
E' difficile avvicinarsi al processo creativo di un artista. Il monologo interiore accompagna, come una colonna sonora, ogni atto creativo e permette di accostarne l'evoluzione attraverso piccoli squarci che si aprono sulla tela del vissuto quotidiano, dove l'artista lascia impronte inconfondibili del proprio tormento interiore.
Boscutti's Elvis Presley (Screenplay) by Stefano Boscutti Boscutti's Elvis Presley (Screenplay) by Stefano Boscutti Nov. 04, 2011 $6.99 19079 words Sample 30%
Walk a thousand miles in Elvis' shoes. It's 1970. It's Christmas. And Elvis Presley is jack of it. He's had enough of the songs, the fans, the girls, the guys, everything. He flees Graceland on a wild, manic quest to meet President Nixon before Colonel Parker can haul his ass back to Memphis. The King wants to score a Federal Drug Agent's badge. The President of America is the only man who . . .
Communion at One O'clock by D'vorah Elias Communion at One O'clock by D'vorah Elias Nov. 04, 2011 $4.99 89380 words Sample 15%
When D'vorah Elias finally agreed to her husband's request that she enter the Institute of Living as a voluntary patient she had no idea that she was embarking on the journey of a lifetime. With the help of a compassionate and caring psychiatrist she began to make her way back to health. It took a year but she was discharged in a much better frame of mind.
Uncle Vincent by TJ Seitz Uncle Vincent by TJ Seitz Oct. 26, 2011 Free! 6049 words Read a sample
Short story about a person who died
Rick Perry Prays for the Assassination Games (Story) by Stefano Boscutti Rick Perry Prays for the Assassination Games (Story) by Stefano Boscutti Oct. 25, 2011 Free! 2277 words Read a sample
When you look at American politics these days, what do you see? Land of the extreme, home of the crazy? The Democrats are keeping their loonies under wraps. But the Republicans? Man, they're out of control. "Rick Perry Prays for the Assassination Games" is a political 'what if' story? What if you take the current principles of the Republican Party to their natural conclusion? What if those . . .
Guided Destiny by Patricia Bremmer Guided Destiny by Patricia Bremmer Oct. 18, 2011 $9.99 96117 words Sample 20%
I began writing Guided Destiny as a form of therapy to help me to cope with the loss of my son. I wanted to remember every aspect of his remarkable life and the journey he took us on. Never before had I met someone so astonishing. To be his parent was a true honor.
Die toten Lebensretter by Jens Löser Die toten Lebensretter by Jens Löser Oct. 09, 2011 $2.42 21917 words Sample 20%
Es handelt sich um einen in der „Er“-Form (auch der „Typ“) verfassten, autobiographischen Roman, der mit futuristischen Zyklen verflochten ist. Er handelt von meinem ereignisreichen Leben, in dem ich sehr viele Höhen und Tiefen durchlaufen musste. Geprägt durch manisch/depressive Phasen seit meinem 23. Lebensjahr, war ich ...
Heartbreaker by Julie Morrigan Heartbreaker by Julie Morrigan Oct. 07, 2011 $2.99 97705 words Sample 15%
When Johnny Burns and his best friend Tom Watson founded rock band Heartbreaker, they realised their wildest dreams. Years later, with two members of the band dead, Alex Weston is hired to ghostwrite a book about Johnny’s life. As she digs deep into the past, she uncovers secrets and lies, betrayal and guilt. But what was Johnny’s part in the devastating events of all those years ago?
Road to Gold by William H. Labarge Road to Gold by William H. Labarge Sep. 27, 2011 $3.99 87502 words Sample 20%
Matt "Sweetwater" Sullivan's dream of becoming a Navy pilot could not possibly have prepared him for the body-numbing pace of basic training with a class of bewildered beginners. With grit, verve, and determination, Matt would survive the "Pensacola Pressure-Cooker" and go on to Saufley Field to meet the grueling demands of the Navy's basic flight program.
Three Scars - J.D. Cutler and Michael Angel by Michael Angel Three Scars - J.D. Cutler and Michael Angel by Michael Angel Sep. 23, 2011 $0.99 16797 words Sample 20%
Scars can be markers. Markers of various kinds of sins that go before a fall. Let me tell you about three of my markers. Pride left the first mark. Envy the next. Vanity the deepest one. In the process of getting those scars, I’d tasted failure. I’d eaten crow. Between the two, I’d take the crow, which at least tastes like chicken. I can’t say that I mind.
Just Money by Les Broad Just Money by Les Broad Sep. 15, 2011 $5.99 162574 words Sample 30%
This book is based on real events in England in 1990, a maelstrom of large scale financial fraud that left a lot of people breathless at the time. The author was at the heart of the efforts to put it all right. Inevitably it is in involved story but the inclusion of the hero's girlfriend allows all the explanations to be given as the story proceeds. Try it - you'll be wiser for having read it.
Two in One | Paula Voss by Eva Benz Two in One | Paula Voss by Eva Benz Sep. 11, 2011 $11.33 139743 words Sample 18%
Buch 1 - Der Aufbruch - Der unkonventionelle Lebensweg von Paula führt über viele Stationen nach Ibiza, wo sie dem Glück am nächsten kommt. Doch auf das Glück bekommt man keine Garantie.... Buch 2 - Der Neubeginn - Nach einem Selbstmordversuch fängt Paulas Leben neu an und führt sie nach New York....
LITTLE POOR MAN The Story of St. Francis of Assisi by Charles Rayner Kelly LITTLE POOR MAN The Story of St. Francis of Assisi by Charles Rayner Kelly Sep. 08, 2011 $2.99 175749 words Sample 20%
St. Francis comes alive as the wise man and mystic, whose life has inspired both men and women on all continents for eight centuries. As a wounded and battle-scarred soldier, he confronts an inner emptiness by rejecting his father's wealth. "I want to see the divine in all things," Francis says. "I want to shout to everyone and everything I meet: Speak to me of God!"
The Heroic Journey of Albert Bierstadt: The Uncut Edition by David M. Delo The Heroic Journey of Albert Bierstadt: The Uncut Edition by David M. Delo Sep. 03, 2011 $12.99 198143 words Sample 10%
This is the unedited edition of The Heroic Journey of Albert Bierstadt: Artist-Priest of the West. He was the highest-paid and most controversial landscape painter in America in the mid-1800s.
No Postage Necessary by Katie Szczepaniak No Postage Necessary by Katie Szczepaniak Aug. 30, 2011 $4.99 7910 words Sample 20%
Formed after discovering my great-grandparent's love letters, this collection follows the lives of George and Katherine, a couple onslaught by challenges but cemented in love. These stories represent my perspective of the significant moments in this 1940's couple's lives. They are stories that once lived coming back to life once more.
+ by David Santamaria + by David Santamaria Aug. 28, 2011 $14.99 11739 words
The third book of the triptych : The yellow pearl... Is a long letter... Of a third kind...
Dick Cheney Saves Paris: a personal and political madcap sci-fi meta- anti- novel by Ryan Forsythe Dick Cheney Saves Paris: a personal and political madcap sci-fi meta- anti- novel by Ryan Forsythe Aug. 27, 2011 $2.99 51880 words Sample 45%
During a weekend joyride from the year 2791, the time machine of Richard B. "Dick" Cheney stalls on the Interyear, stranding him in 1969. Cheney recalls his dad's lectures on the no-good Al Gore presidency, source of all world suffering when national treasure Paris Hilton was accidentally vaporized. He realizes he has a chance to change history, if only he can ensure Gore loses the 2000 election
Nine Hundred Nights by Nick Apuzzo Nine Hundred Nights by Nick Apuzzo Aug. 23, 2011 $8.99 69808 words Sample 20%
In his second novel, Nick Apuzzo pulls us into the lives of a heavy metal cover band. From uncertain beginnings spent auditioning for that elusive ’chemistry’, to the weekend chaos and mayhem of crowded nightclubs, Nick takes us on a wild and often hilarious ride that was the live music scene in the early 1980’s.
All about Lord Byron-An Illustrated Book by Students' Academy All about Lord Byron-An Illustrated Book by Students' Academy Aug. 21, 2011 $2.99 10016 words Sample 20%
The book provides complete biographical details with appropriate illustrations.
Renbaudus - Life Lessons Book 2 by JP Touzeau Renbaudus - Life Lessons Book 2 by JP Touzeau Aug. 16, 2011 $0.99 11248 words Sample 20%
Born in 1066, young Renbaudus dreams of becoming a daring, magnificent knight. This courageous little orphan, raised by monks at the powerful Cluny Abbey in Burgundy, soon discovers that life is complicated. Fortunately, his wise mentor, Father Eusebius, helps him learn new concepts and solve problems. In Book 2 Renbaudus has to deal with bullying.
Elsa Z., tant à raconter... by Marie-Chantal Guilmin Elsa Z., tant à raconter... by Marie-Chantal Guilmin Aug. 15, 2011 $10.00 89622 words Sample 40%
Marie-Chantal Guilmin, écrivain et journaliste, raconte ici la vie romancée d'Elsa Zilberbogen, juive polonaise cachée pendant la guerre en France. Elle fut réfugiée à Mazamet, avec sa soeur et sa mère à l'école Notre-Dame. Cette rencontre fut un véritable coup de foudre amical.
Bomber Crew 369 by William C. Anderson Bomber Crew 369 by William C. Anderson Aug. 14, 2011 $9.99 97139 words Sample 20%
In 1944 the European skies became the battleground for the most deadly aerial assault in the annals of military history. The U.S. Army Air Corps had the mission of breaking the back of the Axis powers by the sustained deployment of heavy bombardment. This is the story of Bomber Crew 369.
Boscutti's Don Simpson (Novel) by Stefano Boscutti Boscutti's Don Simpson (Novel) by Stefano Boscutti Aug. 11, 2011 $6.99 56924 words Sample 30%
Nothing succeeds like excess. Outrageous Hollywood super producer Don Simpson wants to do something good with his life. But all the hookers and drug dealers and movie stars just keep getting in the way. Simpson teamed with Jerry Bruckheimer to create the high concept blockbuster that changed the business for ever. Now he wants to change himself. "BOSCUTTI'S DON SIMPSON" is a wild Hollywood novel
The Book of Emet: The TRUE Story of Jesus by Martin Vesole The Book of Emet: The TRUE Story of Jesus by Martin Vesole Aug. 08, 2011 $3.99 27405 words Sample 15%
This is the English translation of the Book of Emet, found in a cave outside of Nazareth in present-day Israel. It dates from 30 to 40 years after the death of Jesus of Nazareth. The author of this book is Jesus’ best friend from childhood, Emet son of Chaim. The Book of Emet tells a significantly different story of the life and death of Jesus than is found in the gospels of the New Testament.