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Outside The Box by Gary Weston Outside The Box by Gary Weston May 17, 2012 11241 words Read a sample
Senior Sergeant Stanley Morris and the team are in the thick of it again. A terrorist organisation has targeted some of the country's top people. To try to save the hostages the team need to think out of the box.
Growing Pains: Betrayal by John D Growing Pains: Betrayal by John D May 17, 2012 18790 words Read a sample
Rhea's life is turned upside down as the truth of her marauding and unfaithful partner is shockingly revealed. She has to decide what to do with her boyfriend as they face eviction, while she gets increasingly concerned about her brother and Zoe - a close family friend - is struggling to get pregnant.
Sports Alphabet with Nooshi the Balloon Dude by Riley Weber Sports Alphabet with Nooshi the Balloon Dude by Riley Weber May 17, 2012 535 words Read a sample
Learning the alphabet can be challenging at times for toddlers and young children. Nooshi the Balloon Dude makes learning the ABC's easy and fun with the Sports Alphabet. Each letter features a different sport. Kids will learn the English alphabet and learn about different sports at the same time.
Auralet by Daphne Hyppolite Auralet by Daphne Hyppolite May 17, 2012 1647 words Read a sample
Mark Gonzales isnt your average Joe;his wit and desire for engraved currency is what sets him apart from society,or so he thinks. During his usual delivery route, he comes across a package to Auralet city, where he discovers an unusual town with identical houses only to be disfigured by his presence. The package gives him access to the mysterious home and a magical entity he must learn to control.
The Gift of Enemies by V Verona The Gift of Enemies by V Verona May 17, 2012 6547 words Read a sample
Do you have enemies? Have you ever been hurt by someone you thought was your friend? Have you ever been betrayed by those who said they loved you? If so, this book is for you. Learn how enemies can be one of God's greatest gifts to you. Learn how to win and prosper over enemies hands down every time. Here's to a greater and richer you -- thanks to your enemies. [Full release: 06.30.12]
Stockholm by Max Sebastian Stockholm by Max Sebastian May 17, 2012 4714 words Read a sample
A smart lawyer awakens to find himself bound and gagged, taken by two young women who intend to make use of him to fulfill their every sexual desire while they wait for his company to pay a ransom. But as the realities of their crime prove much more challenging than expected, the captive begins to fall for one of his kidnappers...
Rainfall by V. A. Jeffrey Rainfall by V. A. Jeffrey May 17, 2012 3747 words Read a sample
A man with a mysterious illness hears voices and sees strange visions - but only when it rains. (This is a short story)
Of No Return by Jeffrey A. Carver Of No Return by Jeffrey A. Carver May 17, 2012 6248 words Read a sample
No man can live and work on the ocean floor without the occasional visit mainside. At least, that's the policy when you work the North Atlantic seabed at the NorthAtStat nuclear power station. But for one man, the surface-side R&R is anything but restful. Can he readapt to life on the surface? This first-published short story by Jeffrey A. Carver originally appeared in 1974. 6000 words.
The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 20 by Open Bible Matthew The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 20 by Open Bible Matthew May 17, 2012 1225 words Read a sample
Chapter 20 of Matthew from the Open Bible, a simple easy to understand translation, produced to enable anyone to create their own Bible video and audio recordings etc without any legal restrictions. Chapter 20 includes the parable of the 11th Hour Vineyard workers, and Jesus's teaching about service as the path to greatness, and Jesus's miraculous healing of two blind men.
The Pied Pipers of Autism by Leonard Oestreicher The Pied Pipers of Autism by Leonard Oestreicher May 17, 2012 68395 words Read a sample
Puzzled by Autism? In the last 50 years TV, video screens, and talking toys have invaded the lives of our infants stealing them away from forming social connections and in the end causing 100,000's of children to suffer from autism. Pulling together hundreds of studies on autism The Pied Pipers of Autism comes to the startling conclusion that autism is largely preventable starting today.
The Last Fight of the Dwarves by Walter Lazo The Last Fight of the Dwarves by Walter Lazo May 17, 2012 1296 words Read a sample
Modsognir leads the last army of dwarves in a desperate attempt to buy time for the race of humans to escape a dying world, consumed by evil.
All About The Dress by Nicki DeLante All About The Dress by Nicki DeLante May 17, 2012 15886 words Read a sample
Chelsea is a hot, young, straight talking bar wench who loves to party and isn't afraid to ask for what she wants. And what Chelsea wants is Staff Sergeant Pierce. However Chelsea's carefree life takes an unexpected turn... and she finds herself 'caring' a whole lot more...
Exploring the Word of God Acts of the Apostles Volume 4: Chapters 12-15:35 by Paul Kroll Exploring the Word of God Acts of the Apostles Volume 4: Chapters 12-15:35 by Paul Kroll May 17, 2012 33084 words Read a sample
Paul Kroll continues his commentary on the book of Acts, with research pulled in from some other author's commentaries. In this volume, we also include a lengthy study of the Decree of the Jerusalem Council, written by Michael D. Morrison, PhD. All materials were written in the mid 1990s and updated in 2012.
Ihr privates Finanzmanagement - Ein Ueberblick by Thomas Luchow Ihr privates Finanzmanagement - Ein Ueberblick by Thomas Luchow May 17, 2012 781 words Read a sample
Ihr privates Finanzmanagement - Ein Ueberblick Die Finanz- und Versicherungsbranche ist eine der kompliziertesten Branchen ueberhaupt. Vielen Anlegern fehlt es oft an noetigem Wissen und aktuellen Informationen. So fallen Entscheidungen oft schwer. Neben aktuellen Informationen erhalten Sie hier auch in weiteren Ausgaben Tipps und Erklaerungen für Einsteiger.
New Feeling by S.V. Joeniel New Feeling by S.V. Joeniel May 17, 2012 2012 words Read a sample
A short collection of poetry about love and life from a different point of view by a young woman.
Twice As Irresistible by Annalynne Russo Twice As Irresistible by Annalynne Russo May 17, 2012 5533 words Read a sample
Fresh out of NYU’s School of Journalism, Savannah Blake is hungry for a story to catapult her career as a serious news reporter. She’ll do whatever it takes to get the scoop, even if it means sleeping with the enemy. Vampire fledgling Bobby DuBois recently relocated to the Big Apple from the Louisiana Bayou.
Blue Raindrops by Jade Herrera Blue Raindrops by Jade Herrera May 17, 2012 2419 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry I have written through the years that will open windows to different emotions and feeling we as a person has felt.
Molly's Lips: Club Mephisto Retold by Annabel Joseph Molly's Lips: Club Mephisto Retold by Annabel Joseph May 17, 2012 33727 words Read a sample
Mephisto agrees to look after a friend's slave for a week--but Molly is no ordinary slave. While providing a specialized program of training for her, he soon finds himself craving to possess her himself. Over the course of the week, he's also plagued by persistent questions. Is she happy being a 24/7 slave? Or is there another Molly trapped beneath her submissive, surrendered gaze?
Sweet Dreams by Thalia Duiv Sweet Dreams by Thalia Duiv May 17, 2012 2621 words Read a sample
A succubus has found a delicious new man to enjoy. He takes great pleasure in exploring the woman who has been teasing him in his dreams.
Drop Dead Tavern by Chad Brown Drop Dead Tavern by Chad Brown May 17, 2012 3624 words Read a sample
From the author of THE JACK-IN-THE-BOX comes a short story about the decisions we must make when our loved ones become the horrors in a zombie apocalypse.
Far by Reece M Far by Reece M May 17, 2012 1867 words Read a sample
Thoughts from a journey through the heartland of America to find the country I've always suspected I lived in; part 1
Thrilling and electrifying visit to Kaziranga National Park by Richa Nagar Thrilling and electrifying visit to Kaziranga National Park by Richa Nagar May 17, 2012 509 words Read a sample
Our planet is full of wonders and the living creatures are the greatest creativity of nature. As a human being it is our moral duty to save and preserve nature’s masterpieces. With revolutionary changes natural environment is deteriorating day by day and to save the environment many sanctuaries and wild life reserves have been established.
The Bartending Stories by Marlene Plasencia The Bartending Stories by Marlene Plasencia May 17, 2012 1163 words Read a sample
A collection of short plays based on the humorous, suspenseful, disturbing and even altruistic stories related from alcohol-consuming customers to their bartenders.
Altered Nursery Rhymes by Lisa Vikingstad Altered Nursery Rhymes by Lisa Vikingstad May 17, 2012 909 words Read a sample
Think you can recognize your favorite nursery rhymes? Think again.
In Love's Hands: Free Renderings of Rumi, Kabir, Dadu, & Tukaram by Paul Long In Love's Hands: Free Renderings of Rumi, Kabir, Dadu, & Tukaram by Paul Long May 16, 2012 2916 words Read a sample
40 mystical odes of Rumi, Kabir, Dadu & Tukaram on the topic of union with God --- famous poet saints of Persia & India, representing the best of Sufism (Mystical Islam), Sikhism & Devotional Hinduism, rendered into modern blank verse by Paul Long
Amazing Journey by James Subramanian Amazing Journey by James Subramanian May 16, 2012 21407 words Read a sample
God knows what we need before we need it. He starts providing for our needs before he reveals it. This is proven in the fact of the creation of the world. In the book of Genesis we are informed that God made the earth and furnished it.
Dirty Play by Kyle Adams Dirty Play by Kyle Adams May 16, 2012 13581 words Read a sample
It’s easy to be a hero in the game. When we play together, I’m brave and strong and handsome and I slay the dragon. But when we stop playing, I’m back to being regular old me. Am I brave enough to tell him how I feel? When the game ends, can we still be comrades in arms, or is it all just empty fantasy?
Mating Call by Emily Ryan-Davis Mating Call by Emily Ryan-Davis May 16, 2012 36605 words Read a sample
Cora Phillips has spent a lifetime avoiding the supernatural heritage upheld by her mother and sister, but her days of running come to an end when she unwittingly draws the attention of two dragon spirits and the men who command them. Dragon's Woman Book #1 Previously published as part of the Dragon Queen trilogy
Filthy Secret Books Issue Two by FilthySecretBooks Filthy Secret Books Issue Two by FilthySecretBooks May 16, 2012 13669 words Read a sample
FilthySecretBooks publishes any story involving relationships, including the good times, the bad times, the ugly, the straight, the gay, or anything in between.
In the Seminary Library, an Artistic Seduction by Kathleen Longwood In the Seminary Library, an Artistic Seduction by Kathleen Longwood May 16, 2012 6217 words Read a sample
Bernadette is drawn to the seminary library for its beauty and quiet, but then she is drawn to the man who seduces her mind with art pictures that he leaves out for her to find. Then little by little, step by step, he seduces her body with clandestine touch and covert longing. Until she realizes that she is no longer free to leave the basement of the seminary library.
Simba by Sassha Gonzalez Simba by Sassha Gonzalez May 16, 2012 3758 words Read a sample
At the end of his life, a dog describes changes he can't control or understand. A girl's tribute to her best friend.
Getting Away With Murder by Rick Flynn Getting Away With Murder by Rick Flynn May 16, 2012 5395 words Read a sample
This is a mystery, set inside the workings of a daytime drama. Jake Winthrop is a superstar writer brought in to save the aging soap opera, As Life Goes By. What he quickly learns in a world where actors disappear into characters is that killing off characters might not be as easy as it seems.
The Domino Effect by Em Castaneda The Domino Effect by Em Castaneda May 16, 2012 4244 words Read a sample
Roger just survived the apocalypse. These are his accounts about what exactly happened to end the world and how he managed to survive.
Tooth by Em Castaneda Tooth by Em Castaneda May 16, 2012 6374 words Read a sample
Debbie Tamsen is a single mother raising two children, Rachel and Gary, on her own. Her life becomes more complicated when her children can't seem to stop fighting. It will take a miracle to bring them together. Or a horror.
Burial Instructions by Elissa Ambrose Burial Instructions by Elissa Ambrose May 16, 2012 35003 words Read a sample
An impossible choice between tragedy and murder, the consequences of an upside-down corpse, eyes too young to see a crime so vile, an altercation with a refrigerator door--death has many stories. This collection features 8 tales of the bitter end. One of them could be yours.
Bread of Tears by Fowlpox Press Bread of Tears by Fowlpox Press May 16, 2012 3123 words Read a sample
“Bread of Tears” is at once engaging and unsettling. It’s not a “one read and done” collection. On my first pass through Nathaniel K. Rounds’ work, I found myself wondering just what had happened to Rounds to make him create such disjointed, almost crestfallen characters and imagery.--Patrick Stevens
Naked by judith falloon-reid Naked by judith falloon-reid May 16, 2012 2549 words Read a sample
A short story dedicated to the author's mother, who is here in body but not in mind. And to all those lives that have been changed by a family member living with Alzheimer’s or dementia.The story recounts a Mother's Day visit with her mother. The title represents the state of dementia patients. With so little memory left and dwindling abilities to care for themselves, they may as well be naked.
The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 19 by Open Bible Matthew The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 19 by Open Bible Matthew May 16, 2012 1170 words Read a sample
Chapter 19 of Matthew from the Open Bible, a simple easy to understand translation, produced to enable anyone to create their own Bible video and audio recordings etc without any legal restrictions. Chapter 19 includes the account of the rich young ruler, and Jesus' teaching that it is harder for a rich man to enter Heaven then for a camel to go through the eye of a needle.
El León by Jon Sindell El León by Jon Sindell May 16, 2012 653 words Read a sample
Baseball fans, has your team ever had a closer you just couldn't stand? Meet El León.
How to Bake: Butter, Shortening, and Oil by Dennis Weaver How to Bake: Butter, Shortening, and Oil by Dennis Weaver May 16, 2012 8489 words Read a sample
Hi, I’m Dennis Weaver and I would like to share my baking book with you, How to Bake. It’s free. It’s illustrated. It’s the most comprehensive downloadable home baking guide you'll ever see.If you study the material in this book, you won’t just be a better baker; you’ll be an expert baker. Save it, print it, add it to your kitchen library.
The Snow of the Spring by Ben Miller The Snow of the Spring by Ben Miller May 16, 2012 3970 words Read a sample
A man running from his past comes face to face with it in the last days of his life.
How to Bake: Fresh from the Dairy by Dennis Weaver How to Bake: Fresh from the Dairy by Dennis Weaver May 16, 2012 10108 words Read a sample
Hi, I’m Dennis Weaver and I would like to share my baking book with you, How to Bake. It’s free. It’s illustrated. It’s the most comprehensive downloadable home baking guide you'll ever see.If you study the material in this book, you won’t just be a better baker; you’ll be an expert baker. Save it, print it, add it to your kitchen library.
How to Bake: Baking Powder and Baking Soda by Dennis Weaver How to Bake: Baking Powder and Baking Soda by Dennis Weaver May 16, 2012 10921 words Read a sample
Hi, I’m Dennis Weaver and I would like to share my baking book with you, How to Bake. It’s free. It’s illustrated. It’s the most comprehensive downloadable home baking guide you'll ever see.If you study the material in this book, you won’t just be a better baker; you’ll be an expert baker. Save it, print it, add it to your kitchen library.
Leg O'Lamb by Brendan Gerad O'Brien Leg O'Lamb by Brendan Gerad O'Brien May 16, 2012 3239 words Read a sample
Everyone in Ballycumscut thought Leg O’Lamb was a little bit - you know - strange? It wasn’t something you could actually put your finger on, though, and if you heard people talking about him, they’d always add that he was nice enough, really!He’d smile, too, of course, but it was always just the mouth. The eyes didn’t smile. They were expressionless.
Becoming Merlin by Barbara Bartholomew Becoming Merlin by Barbara Bartholomew May 16, 2012 5041 words Read a sample
Merle Connor is a thow-away kid, abandoned after birth and, since fleeing the foster care system, managing to survive on the streets of a large city until he happens to kill an old man and finds himself under judgment by a strange group of supposedly mythical beings.
A Workout in a Book-Resistance Band Workouts to Transform Your Fitness Routine by James Paul A Workout in a Book-Resistance Band Workouts to Transform Your Fitness Routine by James Paul May 16, 2012 2556 words Read a sample
Using simple, easy to understand language and illustrations, Mr. Health shows readers how to workout the way he trains his fitness clients. Resistance Bands are the simplest and easiest equipment for the home exercise enthusiast and they are taught not only a basic routine, but an advanced routine for training using resistance bands.
The Federalist Regained by Paul Reidinger The Federalist Regained by Paul Reidinger May 16, 2012 12456 words Read a sample
An American writer offers a riposte to Alexander Hamilton and a fresh interpretation of the Bill of Rights.
Dressmaker by Brendan Gerad O'Brien Dressmaker by Brendan Gerad O'Brien May 16, 2012 3686 words Read a sample
Subconsciously. I suppose, eventhough I was only a child at the time, I was already aware that pretentiousness was something you aquired, the degree of which was determined by your perception of your own self worth ...
The Hidden Keeper by sharon davies The Hidden Keeper by sharon davies May 16, 2012 89375 words Read a sample
Love and loss define us all, but Juliette had experienced neither until the death of her father, and the appearence of a beautiful stranger called Caleb. He would show her the incredible world of the Keepers, who safeguard the earth, but when the Keeper's enemy threatens her family and those she loves, she has to make the ultimate choice, which will break the heart of the one she loves.
How to Bake: Yeast and How it Works by Dennis Weaver How to Bake: Yeast and How it Works by Dennis Weaver May 16, 2012 10545 words Read a sample
Hi, I’m Dennis Weaver and I would like to share my baking book with you, How to Bake. It’s free. It’s illustrated. It’s the most comprehensive downloadable home baking guide you'll ever see.If you study the material in this book, you won’t just be a better baker; you’ll be an expert baker. Save it, print it, add it to your kitchen library.