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Tristan of Dintagell and The Tristan Stone appendix | by Leah McDaniel Jan. 01, 2009 | Free! | 6651 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: 40 something mother and wife, I am in love with reading and writing. My other passions include photography and horses, and my longsuffering family is squeezed in there as well. Thanks guys! I live in Bend, Oregon and train horses when I am not writing or creating photographic art or skiing, hiking, or, well, you probably get the picture. I hope you enjoy reading my stories as much as I have enjoyed writing them. I look forward to your feedback. Thanks for looking! |
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Книъга8-Ребенок Событий | by Teymur Roshdi Jan. 16, 2011 | Free! | 10415 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I can be whoever and whatever, living here or there,it doesn't change anything; I'm not an exception either and I observe and think about things like all the other people do, each one through their own way. Maybe my independence and freedom in considering things might be noticeable and this is my way. |
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Funf-Buch-Das Kind von Ereignissen | by Teymur Roshdi Jan. 21, 2011 | Free! | 13467 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I can be whoever and whatever, living here or there,it doesn't change anything; I'm not an exception either and I observe and think about things like all the other people do, each one through their own way. Maybe my independence and freedom in considering things might be noticeable and this is my way. |
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The Comfort of the Shriek | by Scott Crowder April 25, 2011 | Free! | 3316 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I live just outside Raleigh, North Carolina. I've only been professionally published once, in last fall's edition of Flashquake online magazine, but I hope it's the start of something long term. I'm happily married, and I'm the father to two beautiful little girls, ages five and two, who will never be allowed to date boys, drive cars that are transporting boys, nor ride in cars to places where boys are present, or wear non-Amish-spinster-approved clothing in front of boys. I love horror movies, rhythmic noise, peanut butter, and the Munsters, not necessarily in that order. Please feel free to contact me if you want; I'd love to hear what you thought of the book. My e-mail address is zombieapocalypse at earthlink.net. Thanks for reading. |
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Sins of The Gods | by Jim Gibson May 19, 2011 | You set the price! | 104060 words | Sample 50% |
| Author bio: My whole motivation for writing is little more than a result of searching for something novel and unexpected to read. It's become rather difficult to find a good story that isn't predictable. While writing, I draw from my past experience as a former: police officer, Mensan, military man and war veteran, business man, manual laborer, restaurant manager. And current: dedicated father, habitual traveler, British humor fan, trivia junkie and truck driver. My studies in history, religion, mechanical and military engineering, politics, martial arts, biology, literature, and the culinary arts came in handy as well. Not that it matters, but my inspirations are Robert Heinlein, Clive Barker, Terry Pratchett and Christopher Moore. |
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Tarantella: A Love Story | by Siomonn Pulla July 16, 2011 | Free! | 38675 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I am a cultural anthropologist who currently lives in the beautiful region of western Quebec. I teach university courses in the fields of Indigenous issues, applied and participatory anthropology, and Canadian studies. I’m working on academic projects around Metis issues in Canada, historical anthropology and Indigenous land-use practices. My fiction writing is inspired by commercial writers like Neil Gaiman and Charles De Lint; but also writers like Isabella Allende, Paulo Coleho, and Leslie Marmon Silko. I like to bur the line between fact and fiction, weaving the real together with the unreal and drawing deeply on my anthropological expertise and knowledge of cultural tropes, symbols, and mythologies. A lot of my stories are inspired by true events and explore themes around the spirit and mysteries of love, friendships and the greater powers and forces of the seen and unseen worlds. |
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The Guard House and Other Stories | by Ryan Christiansen Oct. 23, 2011 | Free! | 4633 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Ryan C. Christiansen is a writer, editor, publisher, and educator living in Fargo, ND. |
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The Sweetest Empire | by Sally Patricia Gardner Nov. 10, 2011 | Free! | 89141 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I am an 'accidental' novelist, as my first novel grew from a request to write an article for a local magazine, and no-one was more surprised at that than me. A former actor and a life-time animal nut, I now live in rural East Sussex with my husband and assorted rescued animals, 3 dogs and 6 cats at the time of writing. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the readers of Lillian’s Story,One Women's Journey through the 20th Century, my first novel, for their support and the feedback sent to me from all over the world. Many of you have asked if I have written other novels. Therefore it now gives me immense pleasure to be able to publish, on eBook and Kindle, my second novel, The Sweetest Empire. As a way of expressing my gratitude to everyone who has encouraged me to continue writing, this book will be available for download free of charge for a limited period. I hope you will enjoy it and recommend it to your friends. My third novel, Painting by Numbers, will be available on Smashwords very soon Thank you all. |
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Sonho Em Um Dia Chuvoso | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 07, 2012 | Free! | 6744 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: 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 |
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Sechs-Buch-Das kind von Ereignissen | by Teymur Roshdi Jan. 22, 2011 | Free! | 15271 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I can be whoever and whatever, living here or there,it doesn't change anything; I'm not an exception either and I observe and think about things like all the other people do, each one through their own way. Maybe my independence and freedom in considering things might be noticeable and this is my way. |
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The End of the Tunnel | by Bradly Dalton July 23, 2011 | Free! | 60542 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Brad Dalton has degrees in education and history from the Univ of Michigan. He has a daughter, Cate and a son,Colin. He currently lives in Norfolk , Virginia |
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Vermilion Wanted to Go to the Movies | by Karen Schwind Aug. 23, 2011 | Free! | 4391 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Karen Schwind is the former editor of and writer for The Conspirator, a literary magazine that first published authors Julie L. Cannon and Augusta Trobaugh, among others. Ms. Schwind has written essays for GA public radio and taught English at the University of Georgia and Truett-McConnell College. She presented sections of Her Life as She Knew It at the Southern Women’s Literary Conference and has a story in Christmas Stories in Georgia, published by the University of Mississippi Press. |
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Before The War's Over | by Edmond Humm Sep. 15, 2011 | You set the price! | 3723 words | |
| Author bio: Biography of Edmond Richard Humm Edmond Richard Humm (Ed) joined the Marine Corps as a young man and rose from Private to Major finally managing the repair and maintenance of HMX-1 helicopters, which fly the President of the United States. Ed received medals and citations during his tours in Vietnam. Ed has had many jobs: day labor, aircraft mechanic, general manger of a computer company, director of a major airline, VP of a bank, writer for General Electric, Department of the Navy, and as a university teacher. His novel, Golden Goose, received rave reviews and he published, Sound of the Cong, one of the first on-line novels in the U.S. He has lived in many countries and as many states. He lives in Florida with his wife Dolores. He doesn’t currently have a dog, but he loves them. |
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Happy Is The Bride | by Caroline Clemmons Nov. 25, 2011 | Free! | 27863 words | Sample 15% |
| Author bio: Caroline Clemmons writes romance and adventures—although her earliest made up adventures featured her saving the West with Roy Rogers. Her career has included stay-at-home mom (her favorite job), newspaper reporter and featured columnist, assistant to the managing editor of a psychology journal, and bookkeeper. She and her husband live in rural North Central Texas with a menagerie of rescued pets. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, travel, browsing antique malls and estate sales, and genealogy/family history. |
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Sueño En Un DÃa Lluvioso | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 07, 2012 | Free! | 7480 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: 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 |
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After the Dance | by Ashley MacGregor Dec. 22, 2011 | Free! | 1635 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Ashley's stories have an unexpected twist at the end. They might make you chuckle, or pull at your heart strings, but your reaction is also likely to surprise you. The inspiration for many of Ashley's stories comes from historical events or from travel. Currently on Smashwords are four short stories and a novella. Recent travels in Greece and research into a mysterious murder in Australia in 1972 has lead to Ashley's latest book, In Too Deep. As well as following a murder trail through the Greek Isles, Australia and England, it confronts a perennial social issue. Readers of In Too Deep can see pictures associated with the story on Ashley's Facebook wall, plus there is a readers' quiz too! |
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An Ageless Myth | by John Evans Jan. 29, 2012 | Free! | 7847 words | Read a sample |
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Sourdough Wind Mine | by Richard Puz Dec. 01, 2011 | You set the price! | 2293 words | Sample 10% |
| Author bio: Richard Puz’s books are well researched. They bring to life the stories of American settlers who lived two centuries ago. He has journeyed throughout the world and has spent months traveling across America to search out the locations for his books. His novels are currently in a series called Six Bulls. These include Avenge, Six Bulls-The Ohioans, and The Carolinian. The novels in the Six Bulls series draw from family tales about settlers who journeyed to the American frontier in the 1800s. Their stories, passed down through the generations, paint pictures of courageous and adventurous people—a hearty lot—who had perseverance, self reliance, and, despite dangers and the unknown, overcame their fears. Most were not famous or widely celebrated, yet they carved out homes, farms, and a life on the frontier, and, in the process, created a great nation. His observations follow: "American settlers are heroes in my eyes, and it is an honor to include some of their folklore in my novels. "From my research, I have a better understanding of the Native American’s plight. Despite being fierce and resourceful, they were ultimately swept aside by the oncoming tide of settlers. There came a time for understanding and compassion by the conquering invaders. In too many instances, this did not occur, and that disgraceful stain is part of our historical legacy. "Like those ancestors, I'm on a journey, too." |
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Dawn of Avalon | by Anna Elliott Sep. 22, 2010 | Free! | 25402 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: A long-time devotee of historical fiction and fantasy, Anna Elliott lives in the DC Metro area with her husband and two daughters. She is the author of the TWILIGHT OF AVALON trilogy published by Simon & Schuster's Touchstone imprint. Visit her at www.annaelliottbooks.com. Look for other FREE stories from the Twilight of Avalon Universe on Smashwords. THE WITCH QUEEN'S SECRET is now available and will be followed by DAWN OF AVALON very soon. |
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Sieben-Buch-Das Kind von Ereignissen | by Teymur Roshdi Jan. 22, 2011 | Free! | 5206 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I can be whoever and whatever, living here or there,it doesn't change anything; I'm not an exception either and I observe and think about things like all the other people do, each one through their own way. Maybe my independence and freedom in considering things might be noticeable and this is my way. |
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Shuri Gate | by Herb Blanchard Feb. 07, 2011 | Free! | 89173 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Herb Blanchard is retired and living in the Puget Sound area of Washington State. He is a Vietnam Era Seabee veteran who spent several years stationed on Okinawa and made many trips to the island during his two tours in Vietnam. He followed his six year Seabee tour with an Air Force hitch of four years as a KC135 tanker crew chief flying to and from Southeast Asia and flying combat missions over Vietnam and off the coast of China. He took every opportunity to return to Okinawa be a two day lay-over or a 120 day TDY. Herb made and had many friends American and Okinawan on the island. He knew the island and its people well and enjoyed every day he spent there. |
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Osama Bin Hiding (And his Love of Dr. Pepper) | by Nicholas Galt May 04, 2011 | Free! | 2949 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Nicholas Galt has written since he could form words with a pen. His fiction is an eclectic collection of short stories and longer works with a distinct flavour to them. He has published numerous short stories in various anthologies and literary magazines. And he also wrote non-fiction articles for a magazine for a few years but was drawn back to fiction. Nicholas Galt has an unmistakeable style that reaches underhandedly into the readers mind and offers a distinctive view of the world. |
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Smoke | by Richard Puz Oct. 07, 2011 | Free! | 2472 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Richard Puz’s books are well researched. They bring to life the stories of American settlers who lived two centuries ago. He has journeyed throughout the world and has spent months traveling across America to search out the locations for his books. His novels are currently in a series called Six Bulls. These include Avenge, Six Bulls-The Ohioans, and The Carolinian. The novels in the Six Bulls series draw from family tales about settlers who journeyed to the American frontier in the 1800s. Their stories, passed down through the generations, paint pictures of courageous and adventurous people—a hearty lot—who had perseverance, self reliance, and, despite dangers and the unknown, overcame their fears. Most were not famous or widely celebrated, yet they carved out homes, farms, and a life on the frontier, and, in the process, created a great nation. His observations follow: "American settlers are heroes in my eyes, and it is an honor to include some of their folklore in my novels. "From my research, I have a better understanding of the Native American’s plight. Despite being fierce and resourceful, they were ultimately swept aside by the oncoming tide of settlers. There came a time for understanding and compassion by the conquering invaders. In too many instances, this did not occur, and that disgraceful stain is part of our historical legacy. "Like those ancestors, I'm on a journey, too." |
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Traum In Einem Regnerischen Tag | by Ratan Lal Basu Dec. 21, 2011 | Free! | 6498 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: 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 |
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Dröm I En Regnig Dag | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 07, 2012 | Free! | 6177 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: 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 |
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Jesus The Extraterrestrial - Origins | by AUDIOLIVRO Editora Dec. 27, 2011 | Free! | 75070 words | Read a sample |
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A Chance In Time | by Ruth Ann Nordin April 05, 2010 | Free! | 20744 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I'm a stay-at-home mom of four young boys and a proud military wife. When I'm not writing, I am researching marketing methods, networking, and reading. When I'm not doing that, I am playing with the kids. I currently live in Nebraska, but that is subject to change depending on the military. |
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Zwei-Buch-Das Kind von Ereignissen | by Teymur Roshdi Jan. 22, 2011 | Free! | 7978 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I can be whoever and whatever, living here or there,it doesn't change anything; I'm not an exception either and I observe and think about things like all the other people do, each one through their own way. Maybe my independence and freedom in considering things might be noticeable and this is my way. |
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Other Tales: Stories from The Ballad of Gregoire Darcy | by Marsha Altman July 17, 2011 | Free! | 17358 words | Read a sample |
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Unto the Breach | by Amira Di Abeo Aug. 09, 2011 | Free! | 696 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Amira Di Abeo is currently a college student attending Loyola University Chicago. She is majoring in Renaissance History, with a minor in Italian and Writing. Amira has completed art and writing commissions in the past and is currently working on three full-length novels. The first will be a shorter series, soon to appear on Smashwords. |
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Three Treasures | by Jack Elwin Aug. 24, 2011 | Free! | 74821 words | Read a sample |
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Darcloch I: Concerning the Origins and Rise of Colonel Braeden Darcloch, Vampire in Virginia | by Coolidge Bligh Nov. 14, 2011 | Free! | 22935 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I'm this writer guy from Michigan. I was born in Virginia, but I've lived here since I was nine years old. My parents are both from Michigan too. I tutor for a living, mostly English and social studies like history and sociology. I have lots of hobbies--jogging, walking, weightlifting, traveling, spending time with friends, reading and writing of course. Oh, and piano--I've played since I was ten years old. Sadly, I don't play as much now, because I live in my own house and my piano is back in my family's house. Sad day. I love history, I love to learn, I speak German and Spanish decently, I would love to travel to countries like Germany, Russia, and Georgia. And Italy--I don't have Italian roots, but there's something about that place that deeply intrigues me. I am even thinking of moving over there --where? somewhere--to teach ESL since I have my certification and my Bachelor's degree now. I'm a Christian, too, though not always the best one. I believe in God and try to follow the Golden Rule, but I find I'm more human than I like to admit... Lincoln for the body, Dickens for the spirit, Dostoevsky for the mind, Luther and Luther King for the conscience, Christ Jesus for the soul. |
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The Second Mate's Cup of Tea | by Jamie McNabb Nov. 13, 2011 | Free! | 7451 words | Sample 10% |
| Author bio: After way too many years spent in the information-technology racket, Jamie McNabb moved to the Oregon coast, where he lives within sight of the Pacific Ocean. When not working or pounding on a computer keyboard, he sails, runs aground in the bay, and waits for the tide to come in and lift his boat clear. He also reads and feeds the gulls. His short fiction has appeared in a variety of magazines and online publications. |
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Heroes and Virgins | by John E Spriggs Aug. 31, 2009 | You set the price! | 52890 words | Sample 50% |
| Author bio: World-wide Sales, Marketing, Business & Product Development. Seasoned product and service marketing executive provides leadership in complex Information Technology settings. Specializes in building strong partnering programs and relationships supporting IT service & product sales. Designed and implemented secure electronic mail systems and email enabled applications for the White House and the Executive Office of the President of the United States for seven years. Responsible for maintaining mail and application servers, Intranet and Internet gateways and firewalls. Earned two Masters degrees. Earned BS degree in Business with a double major in Accounting and Economics. Professional experience in FBI, DOD, FAA, Capitol Hill, & White House. Worked as a professional Accountant, Auditor, Economist, Business & Industry Analyst, Business Strategic Planning specialist, small business owner, and consultant. Specialties Strategic Planning, Capital Planning & Investments, Budgeting, Accounting, Human Resource Planning, Instructor, Mentor, Coach, Supervisor, Manager, Enterprise Architect, Program Management, Project Management, Systems Integration, Systems Development, Systems Administration |
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T'on Ma | by Magnolia Belle Sep. 29, 2009 | Free! | 89704 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Magnolia Belle is a Texas author who writes about Texas, past and present, and Native Americans. She enjoys writing historical fiction and modern day romance/adventure. She lives with her husband [since 1977], and their three dogs in the DFW area. Music, people watching, travel and cooking are some of her interests. She is a firm believer that all chocolate is medicinal. |
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Gunboat Number 14 | by Jens Kuhn Oct. 26, 2009 | Free! | 42018 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Jens Kuhn lives in York, UK. He enjoys sailing and a good bottle of wine. |
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Song of the Ancient Horseman | by Ned Johnson Nov. 27, 2011 | Free! | 2887 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Ned B. Johnson has published several non-fiction books and one novel. He has also written many short stories that have never been published. Until now. Some of the stories are free, and some have a price tag. Full-length books will be added to the collection as they become available. As to the character of his work, if you don't feel better after reading than when you started, you just weren't paying very close attention. |
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Return To Hougoumont | by Shaun Parker Jan. 10, 2012 | Free! | 2779 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Am a busy internet marketing expert with a great family and not enough time to write. I am married to another passionate author and together neither of us finds enough time to do what we would love to - Write! So this is the time for me to break the ice! |
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INFERNO: A Short Story | by Ashleigh Neame Jan. 04, 2012 | Free! | 1381 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Heya! My name is Ashleigh Neame and I was born in September 1994. I live in Auckland, New Zealand. Writing is my passion, and I would love a career as an author. If you want to check out some more of my works, which are unpublished at present, check out my Wattpad. However, those works are only drafts and the real thing is on my computer, so if you want one published, leave a comment and I'll try to do that. Thanks, Ashleigh. |
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The Fox | by Arlene Radasky July 26, 2009 | Free! | 133296 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: History is a passion. Telling stories about those who lived before is a passion. I am a grandmother who wants my grandchildren to learn about our past so they can understand their future. I have traveled the world. In a past life, I lived in Scotland. Now I live in California. Visit my website, www.radasky.com and contact me. |
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Journal of a Civil War Nurse | by Georgiann Baldino Nov. 12, 2010 | Free! | 1821 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Georgiann Baldino is a keynote speaker, the author of five books, numerous magazine articles and short stories. One of the programs she gives is a living-history presentation in character as a Civil War nurse. Poets & Writers, Inc. sponsors readings and workshops to support writers’ events in large cities and small towns. Please refer to Georgiann’s listing in the Poets & Writers’ Directory at http://www.pw.org/directory |
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Das Kind von Ereignissen | by Teymur Roshdi Jan. 18, 2011 | Free! | 6075 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: I can be whoever and whatever, living here or there,it doesn't change anything; I'm not an exception either and I observe and think about things like all the other people do, each one through their own way. Maybe my independence and freedom in considering things might be noticeable and this is my way. |
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Confessions of a Royal Wedding Limo Driver | by Nicholas Galt April 29, 2011 | Free! | 1527 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Nicholas Galt has written since he could form words with a pen. His fiction is an eclectic collection of short stories and longer works with a distinct flavour to them. He has published numerous short stories in various anthologies and literary magazines. And he also wrote non-fiction articles for a magazine for a few years but was drawn back to fiction. Nicholas Galt has an unmistakeable style that reaches underhandedly into the readers mind and offers a distinctive view of the world. |
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The Spring On Delaney | by Benjamin Kensey June 15, 2011 | Free! | 3185 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Benjamin is a 40-year old Londoner who lives in the south of England with his dogs and his books in a house nearly as old as him. He only took up fiction writing very recently and is busy making up for lost time. |
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The President Elect: Book One - Joseph Smith the Prophet | by Kurt Kammeyer June 28, 2011 | Free! | 86864 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Kurt's career has been in the aerospace software industry. He is the author of six books and a short story. Kurt speaks French and has studied Hebrew, Russian, Icelandic and Hindi as background for his series of otherworld books, "The Clan of the Stone". He has always had an interest in science fiction and space travel. Kurt lives with his wife and family, two cats and a dog in beautiful Castle Rock, Colorado. |
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White Christmas - a short story | by EH Walter Dec. 13, 2011 | Free! | 3147 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: EH Walter is from Hampshire, but now lives in North London where she lives the impoverished life of a writer. I am publishing Paranormal Investigations as I write it, so please keep checking for updated editions! Find me on Facebook and you can contribute ideas! |
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Runaway Slave | by Richard Puz Dec. 01, 2011 | You set the price! | 2364 words | |
| Author bio: Richard Puz’s books are well researched. They bring to life the stories of American settlers who lived two centuries ago. He has journeyed throughout the world and has spent months traveling across America to search out the locations for his books. His novels are currently in a series called Six Bulls. These include Avenge, Six Bulls-The Ohioans, and The Carolinian. The novels in the Six Bulls series draw from family tales about settlers who journeyed to the American frontier in the 1800s. Their stories, passed down through the generations, paint pictures of courageous and adventurous people—a hearty lot—who had perseverance, self reliance, and, despite dangers and the unknown, overcame their fears. Most were not famous or widely celebrated, yet they carved out homes, farms, and a life on the frontier, and, in the process, created a great nation. His observations follow: "American settlers are heroes in my eyes, and it is an honor to include some of their folklore in my novels. "From my research, I have a better understanding of the Native American’s plight. Despite being fierce and resourceful, they were ultimately swept aside by the oncoming tide of settlers. There came a time for understanding and compassion by the conquering invaders. In too many instances, this did not occur, and that disgraceful stain is part of our historical legacy. "Like those ancestors, I'm on a journey, too." |
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The Bride and the Brute | by Laurel O'Donnell Dec. 13, 2011 | Free! | 68190 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Laurel O’Donnell has won numerous awards for her works, including the Holt Medallion for A Knight of Honor, the Happily Ever After contest for The Angel’s Assassin, and the Indiana’s Golden Opportunity contest for Immortal Death. The Angel and the Prince was nominated by the Romance Writers of America for their prestigious Golden Heart award. O’Donnell lives in Illinois with her four cherished children, her beloved husband and her five cats. She finds precious time every day to escape into the medieval world and bring her characters to life in her writing. Her works include: THE ANGEL AND THE PRINCE A KNIGHT OF HONOR THE LADY AND THE FALCONER MIDNIGHT SHADOW CHAMPION OF THE HEART THE BRIDE AND THE BRUTE LOST SOULS Urban Fantasy Series IMMORTAL DEATH |
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An Epiphany Gift for Robin | by Joyce DiPastena Nov. 08, 2011 | Free! | 2433 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Joyce DiPastena first fell in love with the Middle Ages when she read Thomas B. Costain’s "The Conquering Family" in high school. She attended the University of Arizona, where she graduated with a degree specializing in medieval history. Along with her love of history and writing, she enjoys reading, playing the piano, singing in her church choir, volunteering at her local school, and attending the annual Arizona Renaissance Festival. She is an award winning multi-published author who specializes in writing sweet medieval romances. You can find her full-length medieval romance novels, "Loyalty's Web" and "Illuminations of the Heart" on Amazon.com. Coming in January 2012: her third medieval romance, "Dangerous Favor". |
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Best Books for Young Adults - The SECRET AT CHiCHEN iTZA! | by Casey Grace & Landis Grace Feb. 04, 2012 | Free! | 51296 words | Read a sample |
| Author bio: Living in an ancient Mayan world nestled in the virgin jungles of the Yucatan has given my 12 year old daughter Landis and I encounters of a lifetime. Our Mayan friends have shared with us many secrets of their culture and we have experienced many of their customs and ceremonies. There are many mysteries and legends of this ancient race, and my daughter Landis and I started this series to share some of these fascinating traditions in a fun mystery book which educates the readers not only into the everyday life of the traditional Mayans still living in pueblitos but into authentic ancient customs through flashbacks in the book. Landis and I are Canadian, so I am thrilled that my daughter is completely fluent in her second language of Spanish, so we added some easy-to-remember Spanish words to teach readers a little of the language. All of the facts throughout the book are true, but they are presented in an entertaining fictional style with a closing message of integrity and wholesomeness. We are writing our next Landis Adventure book called “The Mystery at Isla Mujeresâ€, which takes place on a beautiful island nestled off the coast of Cancun, in the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean Sea. |
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