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C4 Issue 1: Winter 2011 by Chamber Four C4 Issue 1: Winter 2011 by Chamber Four Jan. 30, 2011 Free! 39669 words Read a sample
This first issue of ChamberFour.com's literary magazine, C4, features all-new fiction, nonfiction, and poetry by award winners, first-timers and talented writers from around the globe. Comedy, drama, suspense, thrills, chills and plain old outstanding writing---Issue #1 has it all, DRM-free and free to download.
From Darkness to Light by Jennifer-Crystal Johnson From Darkness to Light by Jennifer-Crystal Johnson June 24, 2010 Free! 3658 words Read a sample
"Today, I feel like a broken streetlight. I used to shine and make wet pavement glisten below me... Now, I’m shattered and lying in pieces on the sidewalk as it rains." "Secret worlds swirling through my universe… The colors flash before my eyes and all I want to do is touch them, fingertips curling around imagination, inspiration, as if it’s a tangible thing."
The Long Ridge Stories by C. Dennis Moore The Long Ridge Stories by C. Dennis Moore Jan. 16, 2011 Free! 7567 words Read a sample
Three reprints, originally written in the early 1990s, and connected by the theme of eternal life, the LongRidge Stories are really one story, in three parts.
Introducing Fearless Francis by F J Harrigan Introducing Fearless Francis by F J Harrigan March 06, 2011 Free! 6205 words Read a sample
Fearless Francis is a little boy living in Glasgow in the late 1950s. He lives in a fantasy world, playing in the tenement streets and backcourts, having all sorts of imaginary adventures…….but they are more like mishaps!
Sharking and Other Stories by Edward Norvell Sharking and Other Stories by Edward Norvell April 11, 2011 Free! 47400 words Read a sample
A collection of short stories, mostly set in the south starting with the lead story about a young man and his relationship with his father put to the test on a fishing trip. There are fantasy stories and stories of love, romance, and love lost in this collection.
The Hour of the Time by Vincent Hobbes The Hour of the Time by Vincent Hobbes May 05, 2011 Free! 3281 words Read a sample
This is the most important day of Charlie's life...and he's running late!
Double Dog Dare by Rick Ready Double Dog Dare by Rick Ready Aug. 23, 2011 Free! 2228 words Read a sample
What do you do when your best friends dare you to kiss the prettiest girl in school?
Parallels: The Black-Eyed Susan by JA Clement Parallels: The Black-Eyed Susan by JA Clement Sep. 04, 2011 Free! 2485 words Read a sample
A short story from the world of the "On Dark Shores" fantasy series. Ten years before the action in that novel, a ship's captain goes to Scarlock to see the moneylender Copeland, pleading for more time to pay off his debt. 1.5k words
Project Nine: Entry 2 -- Year 0009 by Jeffrey Zweig II Project Nine: Entry 2 -- Year 0009 by Jeffrey Zweig II Nov. 05, 2011 Free! 1771 words Read a sample
Richard Lombersye and his science team are hard at work developing the Nine Folk. The first generation has been born, and the results of the experiments on his children have shown great potential even if one excels and the other flounders.
The Devil Yearns for the Perfect Denver Omelet and Other Revelations by Eric Stoveken The Devil Yearns for the Perfect Denver Omelet and Other Revelations by Eric Stoveken Nov. 30, 2011 You set the price! 45146 words Sample 20%
In this, his first collection of new and previously published stories, Eric Stoveken offers an eclectic series of offbeat tales. From the star-crossed obsessives of "Fastidious" to the hard living yuppies in "Bingo, Guns and Mescal", this is a world populated by discreet lunatics and secret messiahs.
Parting (A Modern World Duet) by Selene Coulter Parting (A Modern World Duet) by Selene Coulter March 30, 2011 Free! 2422 words Read a sample
In a dystopian world of Facebook protocols, a man must face the loss of everything he loves. In an otherworldly realm of magic, a queen gets an unexpected chance to say goodbye. Life. Love. Loss. But above all -- hope. Two shorts about the ones we leave behind.
This Human Condition: A Collection of Flash and Micro Fiction by Petal Pusher Press This Human Condition: A Collection of Flash and Micro Fiction by Petal Pusher Press July 28, 2010 Free! 12438 words Read a sample
This unique anthology features a collection of stories ranging from 250-1000 words, each written by a talented female author. The book is divided into two sections, each with stories arranged by their corresponding emotional themes.
The Beginning of a Life Misunderstood by Lynette Ferreira The Beginning of a Life Misunderstood by Lynette Ferreira Feb. 01, 2011 Free! 833 words Read a sample
Flash Fiction of the beginning of a life misunderstood.
My Half of The Story by Tony Vinyoh My Half of The Story by Tony Vinyoh Oct. 20, 2011 Free! 857 words Read a sample
Grace knows more about calming me than I’ll ever learn, even when she’s brusque or bluntly demands order I still can find it weirdly comforting, though I take it from no other. She knows what I need and now it seems she knows a lot more.
Silent Comix by Robby Charters Silent Comix by Robby Charters Sep. 24, 2011 Free! 161 words Read a sample
A series of feature length cartoons that can will amuse everyone including non-English speakers and illiterate people. Good for teaching English as a second language. Volume one includes the Cornelius the Genius series (so far) -- the boy who secretly rigged his dad's car to fly.
Eight Days of Madness by Chris Allinotte Eight Days of Madness by Chris Allinotte March 31, 2011 Free! 11230 words Read a sample
A maniacal collection of stories about the madness of the human mind. Features all new stories by: Laurita Miller, Richard Godwin, Angel Zapata, Benjamin Sobieck, Sean Patrick Reardon, Erin Cole, Lily Childs, and Chris Allinotte.
Dead Ends and Dark Alleys by Michelle Scott Dead Ends and Dark Alleys by Michelle Scott May 06, 2011 Free! 19770 words Read a sample
Three short stories of the paths that lead from our world into the next.
Whispers in the Shadows by Alan James Keogh Whispers in the Shadows by Alan James Keogh June 03, 2011 Free! 27880 words Read a sample
Whispers in the Shadows is a collection of 20 short stories ranging from horror, suspense and thriller.
Red Heart Black Heart Valentine's Day Collection by Jane Friedman Red Heart Black Heart Valentine's Day Collection by Jane Friedman Feb. 26, 2009 Free! 10217 words Read a sample
An anthology of poems, letters, and essays about love, from the Writer's Digest Valentine's Day contest.
The Voyage: Edited by Chandani Lokuge & David Morley by Silkworms Ink Anthologies The Voyage: Edited by Chandani Lokuge & David Morley by Silkworms Ink Anthologies Aug. 24, 2011 Free! 75425 words Read a sample
The Voyage is an innovative new anthology of writing by staff and postgraduates from both Monash in Australia and Warwick in England. It includes, poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, drama and most other forms of creativity you might imagine. We were happy for our contributors to write on any theme but we think that the core of the book is what it means to journey.
Nap 2.2 by NAP BOOKS Nap 2.2 by NAP BOOKS Jan. 15, 2012 Free! 4458 words Read a sample
SHORT AND IN-BETWEEN POETRY AND FICTION BY ED GARLAND, HOWIE GOOD, JOSEPH GOOSEY, BRETT ELIZABETH JENKINS, STEVE MCGOULDRICK, JOHN MORTARA, HARMONY NEAL, ALEXANDRA PASIAN, MATT ROWAN, MARINA RUBIN, AND JASON TEAL.
First Utterings by Michelle Hudson First Utterings by Michelle Hudson Dec. 12, 2010 Free! 3625 words Read a sample
A teacher by profession, Michelle Hudson is a novice writer who simply appreciates the written word. First Utterings is a compliation of poems that Hudson penned in efforts to expand her knowledge and usage of poetic expression. Each poem -- whether about faith, students, love, or bliss -- is a piece of Hudson's heart and a step towards earning the title of "writer."
Time blew away like dandelion seed by Thomas Thurman Time blew away like dandelion seed by Thomas Thurman June 06, 2011 Free! 13047 words Read a sample
Over a hundred formal poems: sonnets, ballades, triolets and others.
XXX (Ticket To Hell) by German Alcala XXX (Ticket To Hell) by German Alcala June 21, 2011 Free! 4011 words Read a sample
11 poems of sex, lust, love, infidelity, homosexuality, studs, bitches, and sensuality. Mixed with flashes of satire, tenderness, and flames. Features poems written through both my alter egos The Notorious G.A.G.A and Hermana Alacran. Grab your Ticket to Hell! Includes the poems: F*** Like P*rn stars, I'm The Other Woman, The Stud, and Slowly. You're All Mine. SPECIAL EDITION OUT NOW EVERYWHERE!
The Predator's Tits (The Tits Quadrilogy #4) by German Alcala The Predator's Tits (The Tits Quadrilogy #4) by German Alcala June 30, 2011 Free! 8161 words Read a sample
A final addition to the Tits Collection. Sixteen poems to tell a story of heartbreak, betrayal, and loss. Telling the story of the fall and reduction of a proud ambitious predator to a sniveling lonely creature who is turned into the number one public enemy after a suicide tears his inner circle apart, and his determination to rise again.
part three, Love Opens the Valley of Emptiness by Daniel Ferguson part three, Love Opens the Valley of Emptiness by Daniel Ferguson July 29, 2011 Free! 1716 words Sample 55%
within is a fine blind of poetry about love, friendsip, uplefting, spiritual, adventure and laughter for the soul. just bits and pieces of my life splater on paperwalls.
Ruin and Resolve: Pinoy SF for Charity by Rocket Kapre Charity (Red Cross) Ruin and Resolve: Pinoy SF for Charity by Rocket Kapre Charity (Red Cross) Dec. 27, 2009 Free! 61899 words Read a sample
On December 16-17, typhoon devastated the South, particularly Iligan and Cagayan de Oro. As a response, we are once again releasing our “Ruin and Resolve” for free, to promote awareness of the urgent needs of our brethren, and to provide some small reward for those who do choose to donate. You can view information here: cdocity.com/ or www.redcross.org.ph/donatenow
Cross Council by Trish Lamoree Cross Council by Trish Lamoree Aug. 09, 2011 Free! 43950 words Read a sample
Three authors, four fascinating tales and four bonus chapters! Featuring Brendan Carroll with A Dark Council and A Dark Matter -- two tales from within Brendan Carroll's Red Cross of Gold series. Featuring Maureen Miller -- A young adult story of alien abduction. Featuring Trish Lamoree -- A short story in the middle of her PSI Consulting series that happens right after Court of Miracles.
The Poetic Lounge Vol.2 by Fiordaliza Charles The Poetic Lounge Vol.2 by Fiordaliza Charles Jan. 08, 2012 Free! 22036 words Read a sample
This book contains true stories and poems from some of the best poets and writers worldwide. Get ready to experience a book full of emotion, real-life experiences, and life lessons that will leave you speechless, happy, and wanting more.
Savage Glen and Other Stories by Ron Sanders Savage Glen and Other Stories by Ron Sanders Dec. 14, 2010 Free! 102894 words Read a sample
A soul’s trove of stories. Twenty-nine of ’em, running the gamut from sci-fi to human interest. Horror, humor, philosophy, madness. And a special treat for all you cat lovers.
Edible Art and Other Flash Fiction by Roberta Beach Jacobson Edible Art and Other Flash Fiction by Roberta Beach Jacobson April 24, 2011 Free! 1050 words Read a sample
Steve laughed at his obituary in the Chicago newspaper. 'Famed artist, fifty, perishes in airplane crash.' He cut it out and taped it to the fridge. Steve hardly felt dead. In fact, since he'd relocated to the remote Greek island not found on most maps, he'd put on a few pounds. Islanders knew him as Fat Jack. Day and night he painted food.
Knots by Harlan Rouge Pryce Knots by Harlan Rouge Pryce July 19, 2011 Free! 3481 words Read a sample
Jude is just your normal high school girl - she's got friends and a little brother who'll soon start in school, himself; she worries about looking good, getting good grades, and staying fit - until something happens that turns her world upside-down.
The Devil and Danni Walker by Rebecca L. Frencl The Devil and Danni Walker by Rebecca L. Frencl Aug. 02, 2011 Free! 5180 words Read a sample
Danni's desperate. She really wants to win Edgewood's garden competition, but her snooty neighbor Faith is leaving her in the dust. Hoping for inspiration she looks to her beloved Grandmother's gardening journals for help and finds much more than she ever bargained for. Danni discovers that it's just too easy to bargain with the devil amidst the dahlias.
All Night Long, I Remember You by Rona Go All Night Long, I Remember You by Rona Go Aug. 19, 2011 Free! 5353 words Read a sample
They fell in love when their past wouldn't have allowed them to. Two friends crossed the boundaries of a horizon where only a few had gone. Those who survived vowed never to return again. Will the future be kinder?
Tag Team by Nicola Marsh Tag Team by Nicola Marsh Aug. 31, 2011 Free! 7194 words Read a sample
A Victorian Police Special Ops team leader joins forces with an Australian Defence Force Tactical Assault Group expert who specializes in biological warfare to stop an imminent chemical threat. When the threat becomes personal and the body count mounts, they find themselves locked in a safe room, where they discover their sizzling history takes little to ignite.
Around the World in 80 Pages by Sharon E. Cathcart Around the World in 80 Pages by Sharon E. Cathcart Sep. 12, 2011 Free! 10389 words Read a sample
Author Sharon E. Cathcart presents ten short stories of various genres, each taking place in a different location. With subject matter ranging from paranormal to historical fiction, urban fantasy to literary fiction, there is something in this sampler for everyone.
The Thief of Sleep and Other Tales by David D Sharp The Thief of Sleep and Other Tales by David D Sharp Oct. 26, 2011 Free! 25431 words Read a sample
Imagine someone stole from you, the ability to sleep — how far would you go to get it back? This debut collection of short stories from David D Sharp, explores worlds not unlike our own but with different rules. Rules that raise intriguing questions and often uncomfortable answers about the age in which we live. "A cornucopia of intrigue, mystery and imagination"
Feeding the Father (free short story) by Morgen Bailey Feeding the Father (free short story) by Morgen Bailey Nov. 01, 2011 Free! 1087 words Read a sample
Inspired by true events, this short first-person fictional monologue follows a poignant turning point in a man's life.
Project Nine: Entry 3 -- Year 0018 by Jeffrey Zweig II Project Nine: Entry 3 -- Year 0018 by Jeffrey Zweig II Nov. 05, 2011 Free! 2767 words Read a sample
It's been a peaceful time for Richard and Charles as they slowly rebuild the strength of their newly established colony of the Coalition. But as plans for the Nine folk continue to evolve, a band of Gate Keepers arrive, ripe with grief and anger over the collapse of their civilization.
Desafinado by Gerben Graddesz Hellinga Desafinado by Gerben Graddesz Hellinga Nov. 15, 2011 Free! 13574 words Read a sample
De Mensheid weet het nu zeker, we zijn niet alleen. Maar of de Anderlingen blij zijn met de mensheid valt nog te bezien...
An Interesting Mix - Volume 1 by Justin Van Winkle An Interesting Mix - Volume 1 by Justin Van Winkle Nov. 30, 2011 Free! 45787 words Read a sample
"A most random collection of writings" from the mind of a well traveled, highly educated, over-achieving student of love and life. Ranging from high fantasy to literary fiction to heartfelt essays to graphic rants about modern day life - this is truly the term "random" at its best.
Pieces of a Rainbow by Maria Savva Pieces of a Rainbow by Maria Savva Dec. 10, 2011 Free! 31654 words Read a sample
A collection of seven short stories, each one based on a different colour of the rainbow. The stories are diverse in style, and the characters, although fictional, are true-to-life. There is something for everyone in this inspired collection.
Leave me alone: Memoirs of an Exmormon by B.E. Hewson Leave me alone: Memoirs of an Exmormon by B.E. Hewson April 12, 2010 Free! 8976 words Read a sample
Popping fights and picking cherries—cutting ties with the Mormon church is culture shock at its finest. In this new trans-genre form that combines short stories, short prose, and poetry, B.E. Hewson anthologizes the memories, emotions, and imaginings of a faith-failed adolescent colliding with an uninviting world.
Past The Patch by Brian Fatah Steele Past The Patch by Brian Fatah Steele Oct. 10, 2011 Free! 62252 words Read a sample
Halloween - a holiday that evokes so much. We’ll dig deeper into a celebration now known for masks, candy and pumpkins while immersing ourselves in this anthology. Here, we’ll go past the patch and discover what tales lurk on the other side.
A Random Flash by Mark Watson A Random Flash by Mark Watson Sep. 07, 2009 Free! 11173 words Read a sample
A completely random collection of 5 minute coffee break fiction (short stories) in all genres.
The Spoken Confession by Michael Wilson The Spoken Confession by Michael Wilson Feb. 01, 2011 Free! 1011 words Read a sample
The Spoken Confession is a short monologue about Guy Fawkes’ last words. It is the first piece of fiction from Michael Wilson. Modernised and historically accurate, it explores one possible explanation for what could have been one of the most historic acts of terrorism until the destruction of the World Trade Centre some four hundred years later.
The Rifle Carousel: Hint Fictions by Samuel Rippey The Rifle Carousel: Hint Fictions by Samuel Rippey April 25, 2011 Free! 1389 words Read a sample
Samuel Rippey’s first published work appeared in Hint Fiction: An Anthology of Stories in 25 Words or Fewer. This collection of fifty stories represents the best of his other hint work. Ranging from comic to tragic, charming to disturbing, and realistic to surreal, each piece squeezes a full story from no more than 25 words.
'Awkward, Betrayal, I and The One' by Rachael Payne 'Awkward, Betrayal, I and The One' by Rachael Payne June 23, 2011 Free! 3372 words Read a sample
Four pieces of Flash fiction about romance, love, mystery and being betrayed. Great for a quick read!
Skins (flash fiction mini collection) by Jess C Scott Skins (flash fiction mini collection) by Jess C Scott Oct. 24, 2011 Free! 6555 words Read a sample
Summary: A 5000-word mini collection for animal lovers by author/artist/non-conformist, Jess C Scott. She will work at developing more stories with the subject of "animal rights" in mind. * * * Genre: Flash Fiction | 5,000 words * * * By author/artist/non-conformist, Jess C Scott.
Five Minutes to Midnight and Other Shit by Phil Welsh Five Minutes to Midnight and Other Shit by Phil Welsh March 02, 2011 You set the price! 7000 words Sample 10%
Short stories and poetry focusing on the darker side of life. Written in steam of consciousness this collection is not for readers who are easily shocked `The mental equivalent of the bends` Cult classic written all over it. `Not your everyday stuff, mind, and not for the faint-hearted. I was 'there' watching the waitress serve her customers and I 'saw' Odd`