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Sleepover From Hell (The Society On Da Run #10) by Nipaporn Baldwin Sleepover From Hell (The Society On Da Run #10) by Nipaporn Baldwin Nov. 11, 2011 Free! 565 words Read a sample
This is a short story in celebration of TSODR's 11/11/11 release. In this flash story, a young girl is greeted to a sleepover from hell.
Here, There Be Dragons by Scott Roche Here, There Be Dragons by Scott Roche Nov. 22, 2011 You set the price! 3970 words Sample 50%
This is a prequel story for an upcoming series of novellas that I'll be writing. Maria Perez runs afoul of a local street gang and finds an unlikely ally. She also receives an alarming and transformative gift to face just such problems in the future.
Ernie's long night by Mark Stewart Ernie's long night by Mark Stewart Dec. 23, 2011 Free! 1183 words Read a sample
Ernie’s Long Night is about a man who is the lighthouse keeper at Cape Shank Australia. His wife had died in a storm and as he waits for the day when he will see her again he remembers her and the storm that forced them apart.
The Seer of Parledale by Ryan Morning The Seer of Parledale by Ryan Morning April 20, 2010 Free! 4659 words Read a sample
Quinn is trapped in the past on a continent he's never heard of. That's not something they covered in basic training...
Worst Impressions: A Novel by K. L. Brady Worst Impressions: A Novel by K. L. Brady March 13, 2011 Free! 53632 words Read a sample
WORST IMPRESSIONS is a YA urban twist on Pride and Prejudice featuring Liz Bennett, a basketball phenom whose already dramatic world is turned upside down when two popular boys enter her life--one vying for her affection and the other plucking her nerves. It's a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy for teens 13 and up.
Dreamshade by A. J. Lath Dreamshade by A. J. Lath June 02, 2010 Free! 90236 words Read a sample
Benjamin Crosskeys always thought he was ordinary. But when he meets Lilac Zhenrei, a magical adventuress from a land of living dreams, he soon discovers he has reason to believe otherwise. For Benjamin has a rare and wonderful ability. And in an epic adventure, he will discover the price that comes with this gift, as he strives to save his family from a monster born of nightmares...
Adonis in Adidas by Kate Dempsey Adonis in Adidas by Kate Dempsey July 05, 2011 Free! 4087 words Read a sample
A holiday short story set on the idyllic Greek Island of Paros. Come swim in the wine dark sea, sip retsina in the shade and enjoy Moira's attempts to subvert the course of Greek justice in defence of the beautiful but narcissistic boyfriend, Sean. Includes Chapter 1 of The Story of Plan B.
Amy's Angels by Amy Adams Amy's Angels by Amy Adams Aug. 29, 2011 Free! 4062 words Read a sample
A short story - Novelette about loss, love and empowerment. I always knew my Angels would appear to me, when I needed them. The day I woke up blind was that day.
Colt O'Brien Sees the Light by George Cole Colt O'Brien Sees the Light by George Cole Nov. 27, 2009 Free! 48732 words Read a sample
Colt O'brien sees himself as the most savvy computer technician at Highline High. The energetic senior, with his bright, colorful attire and cocky attitude, knows that he is the best. Colt is cruising through senior year, but his life is about to be turned upside down. A new computer program will challenge his credibility and his psychic powers will emerge when he least expects. Hang on Colt.
X-child by ho ronald X-child by ho ronald Jan. 16, 2011 Free! 906 words Read a sample
please read me to find out
Дневник самоубийцы в клеточку by Andrey V. Akhramenov Дневник самоубийцы в клеточку by Andrey V. Akhramenov Aug. 07, 2010 You set the price! 8645 words Sample 50%
Антиутопия, несправедливость, несчастная любовь, неудачи.
The Red Shoes by Bea Turvey The Red Shoes by Bea Turvey Jan. 06, 2011 Free! 1213 words Read a sample
Final words are just that. Final. A short story about regret.
Dreamworlds: Footprints and Pawprints by Victory Low Dreamworlds: Footprints and Pawprints by Victory Low April 17, 2011 Free! 25166 words Read a sample
One boy’s footprints strayed into a stray Gate and walked a forbidden path. Then he was brought to a new Dreamworld, there to begin a Journey new. One wolfcat’s pawprints stepped out for the first time to guide the steps of a lost boy, to stand in the way of all that may harm him, to keep him from walking into trouble... or at least, to try. (Cover by Caleb A. Tan)
Home Back Home by Little Autumn Home Back Home by Little Autumn Aug. 20, 2011 Free! 452 words Read a sample
Home Back Home tells the story of Chi Xuan who blamed her dad for the death of her beloved mom. The tense relationship become worsen after she realized her dad found a new love. She refuses to accept her as adopted mom. But she changes her mind after ..... This short novel is written in Chinese language by Little Autumn, a 11 years old girl who is currently study in a primary school.
The Blue Water Moved by Sara Hanan The Blue Water Moved by Sara Hanan Dec. 30, 2011 Free! 835 words Read a sample
A teenage boy on drugs battling for his busy soldier-father’s love and attention.
Tempting Yerva by Chris Turner Tempting Yerva by Chris Turner Aug. 04, 2011 Free! 3032 words Read a sample
A young acolyte in the midst of puberty finds monastic life a drag. An alien presence whispers in her ear; it tempts her with visions undreamed of, visions so sinister as to be . . . appealing? Speculative fiction, 2200 words.
Forgotten Forest of the Innocent by Violet Yates Forgotten Forest of the Innocent by Violet Yates May 21, 2011 Free! 1799 words Read a sample
I wrote this short story while in college as an English Undergrad, as a way to escape from the drudgery of research papers and text books. I had an idea: what if the world of fantasy and reality were to intersect? What if, say, a fairy found a telephone ringing in the forest? What would technology mean to the people who populated the fantasy world? Voila: Forgotten Forest of the Innocent was born.
A Song for Rebekah by Kate Everson A Song for Rebekah by Kate Everson Aug. 11, 2011 Free! 1945 words Read a sample
Rebekah needs healing for her cold heart and finds it in a gift from the fairies.
Crosscut by Christopher Kneipp Crosscut by Christopher Kneipp Oct. 23, 2011 Free! 4137 words Read a sample
A Sci Fi short story, tragi-comedy 4000 words
Insider Information: A Possession Short Story by Elana Johnson Insider Information: A Possession Short Story by Elana Johnson Nov. 20, 2011 Free! 7119 words Read a sample
Read an exclusive short story told by Zenn Bower, a character from the full-length novel POSSESSION by Elana Johnson.
A Cup of Coffee and a Kiss by Richard H. Schweitzer A Cup of Coffee and a Kiss by Richard H. Schweitzer Nov. 30, 2011 You set the price! 6785 words Sample 20%
A man's weaknesses catch up to him and have their way with him, plunging him into an elaborate delusion that betrays him to his own fears and regrets.
Tree Stump by Wolf Tucker Tree Stump by Wolf Tucker Aug. 05, 2009 Free! 3056 words Read a sample
What if the school bully stole your lunch everyday? How would you feel and what would you do about it? How far would you go to get rid of him for good? Zach and Sam face this dilemma everyday. Zach reads his sisters diary and discovers her secret, the reason why her life seems so perfect. A magical tree stump that grants wishes can fix all their problems. But be careful what you wish for.
Novan Witch by Prudence MacLeod Novan Witch by Prudence MacLeod Nov. 23, 2011 Free! 50473 words Read a sample
Fleeing from the very people she rules, and an arranged marriage she will not submit to, Lessa seeks the remnants of her scattered race. Using the powers she discovered as a child, she hopes to restore them to their home world. Will love distract her from her quest? Does Lessa have the power to complete her task, or will she be taken and forced to submit to marriage?
The Chronicles of Z’va’Xin by Robert Moons The Chronicles of Z’va’Xin by Robert Moons Dec. 09, 2011 Free! 19277 words Read a sample
An alien probe of immense power has been buried in the Earth’s crust for 65 million years. Released from its ancient tomb, it leads to one man's self-discovery and ultimately, his journey to the stars.
Working with Wensleydale by Eileen Young Working with Wensleydale by Eileen Young March 03, 2010 Free! 1016 words Read a sample
Short story about confused urban teenage wizards.
Colin and The Rise of The House of Horwood by Michael Eadie Colin and The Rise of The House of Horwood by Michael Eadie Dec. 03, 2010 Free! 101861 words Read a sample
Colin suddenly finds hist life turned upside down. His friend and mentor, Grandfather Thunder, is gone, replaced by their merciless aunt Grizzelda. Transplanted to Horwood House, a Victorian mansion that has family history and secrets, his personal abilities begin to reveal themselves. He finds out that he is the great grandson of Zuhayer Horwood, and his grand father is coming for him.
The Prophet of Panamindorah, Book One Fauns and Filinians by Abigail Hilton The Prophet of Panamindorah, Book One Fauns and Filinians by Abigail Hilton Dec. 24, 2010 Free! 54493 words Read a sample
Corry showed up at the orphanage two years ago, wearing strange clothes and speaking a language no one recognized. Corry can remember snippets of another life, but no matter how hard he tries to remember, it just keeps slipping away. Then one day, he meets a fauness in an orange grove. She’s from a world called Panamindorah, and he can understand her language. This is Book 1 of 3.
Speak if You May by N. Jaber Speak if You May by N. Jaber June 16, 2011 Free! 1625 words Read a sample
Stuck in a hospital, a young girl gets taken advantage of by her nurse who knows that the little girl can't and won't tell anyone.
The Guardians of Rhea by Jose Rodriguez The Guardians of Rhea by Jose Rodriguez Feb. 06, 2011 Free! 31299 words Read a sample
Sara is a Guardian, an elite human warrior trained to battle the races of Rhea, but she soon finds herself on a quest to save them when their afterlife is invaded by a powerful, mysterious race called the Pelasgians. In the journey that follows, she will see a side of the Rheans never before seen, and discover that the Pelasgians are a much greater threat than anyone can imagine.
A Very Vampire Holiday: A FREE Christmas Story by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer A Very Vampire Holiday: A FREE Christmas Story by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer July 22, 2011 Free! 1819 words Read a sample
It's Christmas Eve and Santa's in a fix; all his elves have food poisoning, so who will help him load his sleigh? Sure, there's a vampire coven just over the ridge, but... is he really *that* desperate?
The Secret of Blackbeard's Gold by Kent Conwell The Secret of Blackbeard's Gold by Kent Conwell Sep. 20, 2011 Free! 36270 words Read a sample
When Pat and Wally are forced to live with their alcoholic uncle, they expect the summer to be hot and boring. But then the two cousins stumble onto the secret plot by salvage thieves to steal the treasure of Blackbeard the Pirate, and their summer becomes anything but boring, especially when the thieves try to murder the young teenagers.
First Date by Sally Partridge First Date by Sally Partridge April 06, 2011 Free! 2094 words Read a sample
First Date is a short story about young love and ponies.
Betraying Nexus by Richard L. Sanders Betraying Nexus by Richard L. Sanders April 16, 2011 Free! 9837 words Read a sample
Jason works for Nexus, a secret vigilante organization. He’s a Mind Bender and can implant thoughts into the minds of others. He's both a prodigy and a rising star. But when he’s forced to take down an old friend and learns Nexus's darkest secret, he must ask himself what he believes in. And if it’s worth turning against the woman he loves.
The Journey Begins by Melissa Douthit The Journey Begins by Melissa Douthit July 15, 2011 Free! 20839 words Read a sample
The Journey Begins, a prequel to The Raie’Chaelia (rye-kale-ya), reveals the story of Chalice – the story of a girl from a quiet village, a girl a little different, a girl whose life is about to change forever. What is the secret that drives her out of her village? Who can she trust? Who are her loyal friends and who are not? And how does she deal with the secrecy, the heartache and the fear?
Deception by Fantasy Heartful Deception by Fantasy Heartful Aug. 18, 2011 Free! 5217 words Read a sample
A short-ish tale about how you can never trust anyone you think may be okay. They might end up betraying you. Deception is betrayal.
The Unforgettable...... by Gopikrishna Erabati The Unforgettable...... by Gopikrishna Erabati Aug. 27, 2011 Free! 30767 words Read a sample
there are forces acting against him despite of his authoritative position.....but there is some bright light as a result of that force...... A tell tale story of friendship and admiration, which fascinates you as you move on.....!!!
Der Kaiser ohne Namen by Peter Marnet Der Kaiser ohne Namen by Peter Marnet Sep. 17, 2011 Free! 212543 words Read a sample
Der Roman spielt in einem unbestimmten Land, in einer unbestimmten Zeit. Fantasy also, ohne dass übernatürliche Kräfte wirken. Woi ist der Sohn des Fürsten Alta. Li ist die Tochter seines Hofschreibers. Beide werden an den Hof des sterbenden Kaisers geschickt und dort in den Kampf um die Thronfolge verwickelt.
Evanescent Part I: Mortal by Kristen Portillo Evanescent Part I: Mortal by Kristen Portillo Sep. 26, 2011 Free! 120757 words Read a sample
Here you can read the 1st part of Evanescent; the 1st book in The Shield Series FREE for a limited time. Or you can hit my homepage and buy the entire novel for $2.99
Trefoil by M.C. Moore Trefoil by M.C. Moore Nov. 15, 2011 Free! 76407 words Read a sample
Some days are just like fairy tales. You wake up a normal teenager in NYC, but by dinner time you find out you’re a fairy princess.
A Troglian knows by Mark Stewart A Troglian knows by Mark Stewart Dec. 10, 2011 Free! 10887 words Read a sample
The story starts in Australia 2245AD. Twins Jake and Jasmine West travel back in time to 19 February 1942 when Darwin was bombed. This is not where they wanted to be. Jake causes a time ruckus and a Troglian is on his way. A Troglian is a prehistoric dog. Nothing escapes his white eyes.You can't hide from a Troglian. There's one rule for time travel, never change history. Severe penalties apply.
I'm A Faggot: Gay Enough 2 Extended Rhyme by German Alcala I'm A Faggot: Gay Enough 2 Extended Rhyme by German Alcala April 14, 2011 Free! 2984 words Read a sample
Seven inspiring poems of homosexuality and strength in support of my poetry collection Gay Enough 2 coming April 23, 2011. These 7 poems are an Extended Rhyme which is longer than a single poem, and shorter than a proper poetry collection. This Extended Rhyme includes three Gay Enough 2 poems, and three poems written just for this extended rhyme. Gay Enough 2 is coming April 23 2011.
Born Different by Faye Aitken-Smith Born Different by Faye Aitken-Smith Aug. 17, 2011 Free! 80959 words Read a sample
Gabe was born different.Gabe was born with wings. His father left before he was born, his mum is a therapist hippie with depression. His friends are criminals as they know no other way to survive in this messed up consumer driven society.Nothing is ever as it seems.Gabe dreams of a very different life than isolated away from the rest of the world that see him as just the 'kid with the hump'
Dessery's Diary by Christian Zajdek Dessery's Diary by Christian Zajdek July 14, 2010 Free! 72328 words Read a sample
Although this novel is about witchcraft, there is no hocus pocus in its pages. It is full of cold realism which is lightened by dark humour, however it ends up being just as, if not more enthralling than any fanciful fiction. By bringing together such curiosities as grimoires, witch trials and more, this historical thriller come dark comedy will prove an intrigue.
You've got everything now by John Atkinson You've got everything now by John Atkinson Sep. 01, 2010 Free! 1170 words Read a sample
All is not as it seems in this tale of a young girl in the care of an elderly man. How are they connected? Who are the children only she can see? And who is the tall lady who visits her at night, away from the old man's eyes?
Fresh by Bridget Squires Fresh by Bridget Squires Dec. 11, 2010 Free! 1202 words Read a sample
Warning: This story contains truly twisted imagery that is probably very disturbing to most readers. Enter at your own risk and meet the Master and the Children. Gore, blood and worse lies inside….enjoy a peek into my deep dark psyche.
The Adventures of Holly Weird, Zombie Slayer by Nick Pawluk The Adventures of Holly Weird, Zombie Slayer by Nick Pawluk May 23, 2011 Free! 9159 words Read a sample
Hollywood has always fed on the hopes and dreams of runaway youth just to dump them like trash on the streets leaving them desperate and alone. But when street kids end up disappearing amid rumors of flesh-eating zombies, it is up to a mysterious woman the kids call Holly Weird to be their guardian angel. Now even zombies must fear the streets of Hollywood.
The Beasts Parts One and Two by Kieda Framboise The Beasts Parts One and Two by Kieda Framboise June 29, 2011 Free! 2283 words Read a sample
Ivy and Hyacinth are faced with a problem when they find out what they really are.
Pin the Nose on the Werewolf: A FREE Christmas Short by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer Pin the Nose on the Werewolf: A FREE Christmas Short by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer Aug. 31, 2011 Free! 1865 words Read a sample
It's my party and I'll howl if I want to...
Fright Files: The Broken Thing by Peter Swift Fright Files: The Broken Thing by Peter Swift Nov. 11, 2011 Free! 24751 words Read a sample
Middle-Grade, Ages 9+ Stevie Barton loves a scary story, until he finds himself living one! Two days before Halloween in Newhope, Vermont, Stevie takes a mysterious antique toy he finds abandoned in the spooky forest the townspeople call The Grove. Now, something wicked wants it back. Along with his best friend Angie Lewis, Stevie must find and stop the horror before it finds him.
Sanaa and Ambrose (The Board Short Story Series) by Dorothy Darrow Sanaa and Ambrose (The Board Short Story Series) by Dorothy Darrow Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 1851 words Read a sample
The Board Short Story Series takes place in the future where vampires and humans live side by side. It follows Sanaa, a human who dreams of becoming a vampire, but who never can be. The Board series is a non-sequential companion series to the Vampire Queen novels, the first of which, These Flowers Have a Taste for Blood, is available for download. Please remember to rate and review.