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Packers On The First Out by Brian Williams Packers On The First Out by Brian Williams Jan. 20, 2012 2089 words Read a sample
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Just a writer sometimes called Billy.
Een naderend onweer by Patrick Brannigan Een naderend onweer by Patrick Brannigan Jan. 16, 2012 1600 words Read a sample
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Patrick Brannigan (1971) was matroos op de wilde vaart, soldaat der eerste klasse en kelner op het zonnige Lefkas. In 1998 studeerde hij af als historisch letterkundige aan de Universiteit van Amsterdam. Patrick ging daarna lange tijd op safari in Afrika. In 2006 schreef hij een vertaling van de avonturen van een 17e-eeuwse VOC-matroos. Sinds enkele jaren richt hij zich op de genreliteratuur, doet actief mee aan verhalenwedstrijden en zit in de redactie van Pure Fantasy Magazine. In 2011 won hij de NCSF-prijs én de Unleash Award. Patrick woont vlakbij Amsterdam met zijn vrouw en kinderen. Hij staart af en toe in een kampvuur onder invloed van allerhande hallucinogenen, verliest zich in virtuele werelden en werkt ondertussen stug door aan zijn meesterwerk, dat ongetwijfeld de gehele wereld zal veranderen.
A Christmas Carolling by C.J. B. A Christmas Carolling by C.J. B. Jan. 10, 2012 10212 words Read a sample
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The Witch Who Made Adjustments by Vera Nazarian The Witch Who Made Adjustments by Vera Nazarian Jan. 07, 2012 12637 words Read a sample
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VERA NAZARIAN immigrated to the USA from the former USSR as a kid, sold her first story at the age of 17, and since then has published numerous works in anthologies and magazines, and has seen her fiction translated into eight languages. She made her novelist debut with the critically acclaimed arabesque "collage" novel DREAMS OF THE COMPASS ROSE (2002), followed by epic fantasy about a world without color, LORDS OF RAINBOW (2003). Her novella THE CLOCK KING AND THE QUEEN OF THE HOURGLASS from PS Publishing with an introduction by Charles de Lint made the Locus Recommended Reading List for 2005. Her debut short fiction collection SALT OF THE AIR, with an introduction by Gene Wolfe, contains the 2007 Nebula Award-nominated "The Story of Love." Recent work includes the 2008 Nebula Award-nominated, self-illustrated baroque fantasy novella THE DUKE IN HIS CASTLE (2008), the Jane Austen parody MANSFIELD PARK AND MUMMIES (2009), and NORTHANGER ABBEY AND ANGELS AND DRAGONS (2010). Vera lives in Los Angeles and is working on a number of book-length projects including LADY OF MONOCHROME, a sequel to LORDS OF RAINBOW, a new Compass Rose milieu novel GODS OF THE COMPASS ROSE, the AIREALM trilogy, and medieval-gothic COBWEB BRIDE. She uses her Armenian sense of humor and her Russian sense of suffering to bake conflicted pirozhki and make art. In addition to being a writer and award-winning artist, she is also the publisher of Norilana Books. Official website: www.veranazarian.com
Looking for Christmas by Mary Young Looking for Christmas by Mary Young Jan. 01, 2012 1327 words Read a sample
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I am a wanderer who no longer wanders A Buckeye by birth, I've lived in Ohio, Indiana, Idaho, Belgium and Texas before finally settling in Georgia. I share my home with two retired racing Greyhounds, and all three of us are ruled by my senior citizen Italian Greyhound.
The Feast of Stevens by Kristen Stieffel The Feast of Stevens by Kristen Stieffel Dec. 22, 2011 4411 words Read a sample
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I'm a freelance copy editor and have belonged to the Editorial Freelancers Association since 2010. My editing credits include "Winter" by Keven Newsome and "Beyond the Threshing Floor" by Randye Kimmel-McLemore. I specialize in helping Christian writers polish their work till it shines. I also enjoy helping business people deliver their messages with the style of a professional writer. Despite ten years of newsroom experience, I believe in preserving each writer's unique voice.
Free Holiday Romance Short Stories by CJ Hawk Free Holiday Romance Short Stories by CJ Hawk Dec. 21, 2011 65377 words Read a sample
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Creative Writer Enthusiast with a passion to read and write about Romance. If there's romance, mystery, real life situations and quirky characters - I'm there. Born under the sign of a Taurus and true to that nature. I have a huge romantic heart but real life situations have formed me into a realist as well. My creative writing lets my write about romance and happily ever after’s. I enjoy creating my own island of characters in my mind and letting the story take fold. I appreciate the opportunity to share these stories with you. Let's all take an escape from reality and read to our hearts content.
A walk through my memory lane by Amina Aslam A walk through my memory lane by Amina Aslam Dec. 21, 2011 5090 words Read a sample
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The Megamillionaire Murders: Family Cursemas by Rod Kierkegaard, Jr. The Megamillionaire Murders: Family Cursemas by Rod Kierkegaard, Jr. Dec. 19, 2011 101525 words Read a sample
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Rod Kierkegaard, Jr is a writer and cartoonist best known in the US for his comic strip, “Rock Opera“, which ran as a regular feature in Heavy Metal Magazine during the 1980s. He is the author of two French graphic novel collections, “Stars Massacre“, (released in the US as “Shooting Stars“) and “Rock Monstres“, both published by Editions Albin Michel, Paris. His first novel, “Obama Jones & The Logic Bomb“, is published by Dogma Press. “The Department of Magic” and “Family Cursemas (Megamilionnaire Murders, Vol. 1)” are Rod’s first published works through Curiosity Quills Press this Holiday season, followed by “The God Particle” in early 2012.
The Land of the Living: Christmas Stories by Chuck Allen The Land of the Living: Christmas Stories by Chuck Allen Dec. 18, 2011 4092 words Read a sample
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Chuck Allen is married to his high school sweetheart and has three children. He lives in Alabama, but also enjoys traveling to other amazing parts of the planet. When not spending time with the family or writing, Chuck manages international operations for a division of a global health care company. Chuck is also a huge fan of micro-finance and the work of World Vision (http://www.worldvisionmicro.org/).
One Stormy Christmas by E.K. Coulson One Stormy Christmas by E.K. Coulson Dec. 17, 2011 612 words Read a sample
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The Star by Alan Loewen The Star by Alan Loewen Dec. 15, 2011 655 words Read a sample
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Alan Loewen lives with his wife and three sons in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania sharing their home with a Sheltie named Socrates, a demented parrot lovingly dubbed, The Death Chicken," and far too many cats. You can always find him at CapClave and Anthrocon or else hiding in his office.
Christmas' Best Bet, Humble Pie  a novella by Mary Marvella Christmas' Best Bet, Humble Pie a novella by Mary Marvella Dec. 13, 2011 21042 words Sample 20%
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Mary Marvella has been a story teller for as long as she can remember. She tutors students in language arts, writing, and reading - perfect since she taught language arts/English for 15 years. Mary made up stories as a child, she made up stories for her daughter, and now she's sharing the stories of her heart. Join her for a taste of love, lust, and sweet tea. Mary lives in Georgia, north of Atlanta, and is Southern to the core.
The Christmas Flower by  The Christmas Flower by KaliSeymour Dec. 13, 2011 1530 words Read a sample
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A Cajun Werewolf Christmas by Selena Blake A Cajun Werewolf Christmas by Selena Blake Dec. 13, 2011 11074 words Read a sample
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An action movie buff with a penchant for all things supernatural and sexy, Selena Blake combines her love for adventure, travel and romance into steamy paranormal romance. Selena’s books have been called “a steamy escape” and have appeared on bestseller lists, been nominated for awards, and won contests. When she’s not writing you can find her by the pool soaking up some sun, day dreaming about new characters, and watching the cabana boy (aka her muse), Derek. Fan mail keeps her going when the diet soda wears off so write to her at selenablake@gmail.com.
Krampus: A Christmas Tale by Ed Kurtz Krampus: A Christmas Tale by Ed Kurtz Dec. 12, 2011 5388 words Read a sample
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Santa Enters the Back Door by Whiskey McNaughton Santa Enters the Back Door by Whiskey McNaughton Dec. 12, 2011 6569 words Read a sample
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Born on the mountaintops of Tennessee, greatest state in the land of the free, raised in the bars so he knew how to drink, had his first shot of whiskey when he was only three, Whiskey, Whiskey McNaughton, drinking his country dry. (With apologies to Disney for butchering the words to The Ballad of Davey Crockett) As old as my tongue and a little bit older than my teeth. Old as dirt and twice as nasty.
The Christmas Challenge by Linda Boltman The Christmas Challenge by Linda Boltman Dec. 11, 2011 2078 words Read a sample
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Linda Boltman’s psychological thriller, Man in the Moon by Jigsaw Press is available online in both paperback and eBook at Barnes & Noble/Nook and Smashwords (offering 10 other formats, such as Sony, Apple, Diesel and Kobo) and Amazon.com/Kindle. Her short story, The Captive was selected in by San Diego Writer's Ink Anthology, Vol 4 as one of San Diego's finest writers. Linda has had her stories and poetry published numerous times in Adventures for the Average Woman in their magazine, ezine and kindle editions in the United States and England. Her stories have appeared in IdeaGems, Tough Lit Magazine, GreenPrints, Grand Magazine and The San Diego Reader. See http://www.lboltman.blogspot.com/.
Merry Webcomic Christmas by Lacy Maran Merry Webcomic Christmas by Lacy Maran Dec. 11, 2011 150 words Read a sample
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Lacy Maran is the writer of Banned, Twi Hard, and Undead Reckoning.
A Christmas Miracle by Willow Cross A Christmas Miracle by Willow Cross Dec. 10, 2011 4056 words Read a sample
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Willow Cross resides in Arkansas with her husband, two children still young enough to live at home, an enormous cat named Bitsy, and a scaredy-cat dog named Tank. Her home has been known to host the occasional ghost, and a few of her friends profess to be witches. Although she dearly loves Vampires and Werewolves, they are never invited for dinner.
Mr. Christmas by Shine LeFlur Mr. Christmas by Shine LeFlur Dec. 07, 2011 2060 words Read a sample
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Shine LeFlur is primarily a Chronicler of East Texas, Nacogdoches County, and especially the fictional Martins Landing rural life of the 1950's. Dallas, Houston, Shreveport, New Orleans, and Monterey, CA also garnered his attention for the fabulous 50's. Other LeFlur tales are international in flavor, set in Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, and Saudi Arabia, and reflect the 60's, 70's, and 80's periods. Equally notable are Shine's fantasy yarns, mostly futuristic, improbable but realistic.
A Computer Carol by Mia Darien A Computer Carol by Mia Darien Dec. 05, 2011 4033 words Read a sample
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Mia Darien has lived in New England all of her life and knows that no matter where she goes from here, New England is always going to live in her. Presently, she still lives in the land of snow and fast talkers, with her husband, her son and her pets. She writes a bit of everything genre fiction (horror, romance, mystery, fantasy and science fiction) and thinks it sounds like an odd joke: a unicorn, a space monster, and a pair of zombie lovers walk into a murder investigation...
Open by Marcus Engel& Amy Vega Open by Marcus Engel& Amy Vega Dec. 05, 2011 12881 words Read a sample
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'Twas the Chihuahua Before Christmas by Esri  Allbritten 'Twas the Chihuahua Before Christmas by Esri Allbritten Dec. 05, 2011 7443 words Read a sample
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Esri Allbritten lives in Boulder, Colorado with her husband, Angel Joe, and her cat, Musette La Plume. In addition to sushi, bowling and madrigals, she enjoys discovering quirky, real-life towns and wreaking fictional havoc in them. Esri has one full length mystery published in hardcover and ebook by St. Martin's Press/Minotaur Books: Chihuahua of the Baskervilles is the first in her Tripping Magazine mystery series, about a low-budget travel magazine that features destinations of paranormal interest. Unfortunately, every time the staff covers a story, it turns out there's a crime behind the supposedly supernatural events. The second book, The Portrait of Doreene Gray, will be available in hardback and ebook from the same publisher, in July of 2012. All the books in this series feature Chihuahuas, because Esri likes them.
Upon A Midnight Clear by Ian Thomas Healy Upon A Midnight Clear by Ian Thomas Healy Dec. 03, 2011 4504 words Read a sample
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Want to be informed about when I have new releases? Send me an email to ian(AT)ianthealy(DOT)com with a subject line of "Subscribe me!" and I'll let you know about new projects. Ian Thomas Healy is a prolific writer who dabbles in many different speculative genres. His superhero novel Deep Six: A Just Cause Novel was a Top 100 Semi-finalist in the 2008 Amazon.com Breakthrough Novel Award. He's an eight-time participant and winner of National Novel Writing Month where he's tackled such diverse subjects as sentient alien farts, competitive forklift racing, a religion-powered rabbit-themed superhero, cyberpunk mercenaries, cowboy elves, and an unlikely combination of vampires with minor league hockey. He is also the creator of the Writing Better Action Through Cinematic Techniques workshop, which helps writers to improve their action scenes. His goal is to become as integral to the genre of superhero fiction as William Gibson was to cyberpunk and Anne Rice was to urban fantasy. The first book in his Just Cause Universe series, JUST CAUSE, is available now from New Babel Books. When not writing, which is rare, he enjoys watching hockey, reading comic books (and serious books, too), and living in the great state of Colorado, which he shares with his wife Richelle, his children Patrick, Caitlin, and Zachary, house-pets Smokey, Samwise, Morrigan, Isis, and approximately five million other people. Follow him on Twitter as @ianthealy. His ebooks can be found on Smashwords, Kindle, Nook, iBook Store, and other online retailers.
Christmas With the Kings, Kings of Montana Bonus Book by Vanessa Bartal Christmas With the Kings, Kings of Montana Bonus Book by Vanessa Bartal Dec. 01, 2011 42467 words Read a sample
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Vanessa Gray Bartal is an avid reader who also loves to write. She has written over fifty novels, including several series. She is a full time mother to her young daughter as well as an accomplished baker (for which her astoundingly handsome husband is truly grateful).
All is Calm by Sandra Carey Cody All is Calm by Sandra Carey Cody Dec. 01, 2011 2237 words Read a sample
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I was born and grew up in Missouri, surrounded by a family that loved stories, whether from a book or told on the back porch. I've since lived in various cities in different parts of the country, but wherever I've lived, books have the bridge to new friends. I now live in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Top 5 Most Visited Travel Destinations in India by Richa Nagar Top 5 Most Visited Travel Destinations in India by Richa Nagar Nov. 30, 2011 452 words Read a sample
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A Camp Edson Christmas by Cynthia Davis A Camp Edson Christmas by Cynthia Davis Nov. 25, 2011 2893 words Read a sample
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Cynthia Davis teaches freshman composition at Christopher Newport University, which also happens to be her alma mater. Her patchy resume includes stints as a travel agent, burger flipper, youth worker, reporter, and a particularly long run as an elementary art teacher. She enjoys photography, good coffee, and making mosaic seahorses. She lives in an old house near the Chesapeake Bay with her husband, children, pets, and a cast of regular extras.
The Boy Who Had Nothing by Gareth Parker The Boy Who Had Nothing by Gareth Parker Nov. 25, 2011 4142 words Read a sample
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I'm new to writing, found a hobbie I really love. I look through this site everyday, reading others work and providing feeback. I live in Cardiff, Wales UK. What I love most about writing is losing myself in another world... I'm continuously writing and have many more books to come. Please keep checking my profile for updates or if you prefer have a look at my website: www.gpbookshelf.com and tell me what you think. I am happy to review your books, just ask. Please feel free to contact me on parker.cdf@gmail.com for any questions feedback etc... Thank you for your interest
Mistletoe & Murder by Laina Turner Mistletoe & Murder by Laina Turner Nov. 23, 2011 8738 words Read a sample
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Laina Turner-Molaski is a business woman, mom, author, Professor, and a major supporter of shopping. She has an undying love for shoes and coffee, which is why she created the main character and alter-ego Presley Thurman. With a lot of letters after her name and a ton of student loan debt she is always working to pay the bills. While she enjoys her day job, her passion is writing and uses a lot of company time writing her fiction. She is hoping to sell her book before she gets fired from her day job for goofing off. Laina is currently living in Indiana, with her family, and is always writing something, whether it is blogs, articles, business journals and books or ideas for her next novel. She is continuously doing what she loves which is writing or drinking coffee.
Christmas Beyond the Box by Josh Langston Christmas Beyond the Box by Josh Langston Nov. 23, 2011 18833 words Read a sample
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Novelist. Husband. Grandfather. Tax payer (but not terribly happy about it). Tea Party supporter. Fair Tax advocate. Former Delta Air Lines employee. Damn good friend!
All That Glitters by Stacey James All That Glitters by Stacey James Nov. 22, 2011 703 words Read a sample
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I live in Maine with my husband and two children, Emily & Jack. We live on King's Mountain, and on occasion I wonder if our cat, Ebenezer, may have ventured over from the real Pet Sematary! I love to read and write; write and read. My other interests include collecting wine, hosting dinner parties, and movies at home with friends and family.
Growing Up Along the Mullet by Bill Schroeder Growing Up Along the Mullet by Bill Schroeder Nov. 21, 2011 1475 words Read a sample
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Xmas Is Near! by Ted Ringer Xmas Is Near! by Ted Ringer Nov. 21, 2011 145 words Read a sample
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I am a writer, artist, and life coach who is originally from Minnesota and has spent many years trying to settle down in Boulder, CO. I have published four novels and have taught writing in workshops and online for many years. I have several cartoon blogs on the Web and have a novel on Twitter that has been developing for over two years that may never end. Twitter Novel - fittolove_novel
Come Visit Us Sometime by Lelanthran Krishna Manickum Come Visit Us Sometime by Lelanthran Krishna Manickum Nov. 15, 2011 393 words Read a sample
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Developer, researcher and sometimes writer. I tweet the release of every short story I write. If you want to leave me a message, my contact details are on my website. My website has further short writings in the form of blog postings, but, alas, my blog contains only non-fiction.
An Epiphany Gift for Robin by Joyce DiPastena An Epiphany Gift for Robin by Joyce DiPastena Nov. 08, 2011 2433 words Read a sample
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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".
Donkey Innocence and other short stories by Lindsey J Carden Donkey Innocence and other short stories by Lindsey J Carden Nov. 08, 2011 3464 words Read a sample
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Just a gardener really, but I love all things rural. I have been inspired to write something a bit different; something that speaks "modern-classic". My love of the English Lake District, and the seaside is hopefully apparent in my stories. I've been likened to Bronte:1973
The Holiday Collection by Indie Eclective The Holiday Collection by Indie Eclective Nov. 06, 2011 47689 words Read a sample
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The INDIE ECLECTIVE: What is it, who are they, and why can they spell neither “eclectic” nor “collective” correctly? The Indie Eclective is an ensemble of NINE AUTHORS operating under the assumption that Readers like Good Books. Whether you enjoy light or dark paranormal, YA or adult-themed genres, there’s bound to be a story to suit your tastes. Thanks for reading! The Indie Eclective is... Heather Marie Adkins Julia Crane Lizzy Ford Talia Jager P.J. Jones Shéa MacLeod M. Edward McNally Alan Nayes Jack Wallen
Magical Coat by Carol Marlene Smith Magical Coat by Carol Marlene Smith Nov. 05, 2011 2599 words Read a sample
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Carol Marlene Smith was born in Springhill, Nova Scotia on a hot August day. From an early age, writing, drawing and singing were her favourite things to do. Carol was a loner who liked to imagine her friends rather than make real ones. Today Carol spends her time writing novels and short stories and painting animals. Some of her novels are Heart of Winter, Angel's Blessing, and Who Wants to Murder a Millionaire, all set in Nova Scotia. Carol enjoys writing romance, mystery/suspense and mainstream. She has two daughters and one grandson and lives in the beautiful Annapolis Valley in Nova Scotia..
A Thanksgiving Afternoon by Maureen Mullis A Thanksgiving Afternoon by Maureen Mullis Nov. 02, 2011 1752 words Read a sample
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Maureen Mullis studied journalism at Brigham Young University. After a couple of years working as a reporter and columnist for a small weekly newspaper she worked for awhile as a freelance writer. During her years as a stay-at-home mom she continued her writing, this time venturing into fiction. After a brief stint as a library tech in elementary and high schools, she and her family moved from California to Colorado where most of her stories take place. She lives with her husband, two sons, two dogs and a motley collection of birds and fish in Colorado Springs, CO where she is currently at work on her next novel.
The Count's Halloween: A FREE Trick or Treat Poem by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer The Count's Halloween: A FREE Trick or Treat Poem by Rusty Fischer by Rusty Fischer Oct. 22, 2011 876 words Read a sample
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Rusty Fischer is the author of several YA supernatural novels, including Zombies Don't Cry, Ushers, Inc., Becca Bloom & the Drumsticks of Doom and Panty Raid @ Zombie High.
Bah, Humbug! (A Romantic Comedy Christmas Novella) by Heather Horrocks Bah, Humbug! (A Romantic Comedy Christmas Novella) by Heather Horrocks Oct. 19, 2011 26837 words Read a sample
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Raised overseas by her shop-til-you-drop mother and pay-for-the-purchases oilman father, avid mystery and romantic comedy lover Heather Horrocks read her way through Colombia, Venezuela, London, Kuwait, and Iran--and later bought a video store so she could watch stories on the little screen, too. She loves anyone who can make her laugh, which explains why she adores her witty husband, her funny friends, Anne George mysteries, Bill Cosby, and her cute little dog Gus. She loves to cook for friends, siblings, and especially her children and stepchildren and their families. She and her husband reside in Utah. She loves to hear from readers. Visit www.BooksByHeatherHorrocks.com to contact her and also to sign up for her New Releases email list.
3 for Poe (Horror/Halloween Anthology) by  habu 3 for Poe (Horror/Halloween Anthology) by habu Oct. 19, 2011 3600 words Read a sample
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The Human Ate My Pumpkin! by Jon Mac The Human Ate My Pumpkin! by Jon Mac Oct. 18, 2011 3034 words Read a sample
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Jon Mac writes SF/Fantasy with a pulp spirit, something he calls "Mythik" fiction. He's had jobs picking raspberries, babysitting Coyote pups, working in a recycling plant, directing live TV newscasts, and encoding HD video for Blu-Ray discs. He likes dancing and shopping. No, that's not really true. He's still waiting for flying cars and videophones to become popular. He lives in Los Angeles with his lovely wife and their wonder dog, Baxter.
The Christmas Angel by Joe C Combs 2nd The Christmas Angel by Joe C Combs 2nd Oct. 11, 2011 1829 words Read a sample
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A submarine sailor for almost nine years, I am also an award winning artist. As a scuba diver I have dived sites from New England to the Caribbean. A sporadic and closet writer for 30 years, my first book "Titanic, A Search For Answers" was originally written as a fundraiser for a maritime museum where I was the advisory board president and a member of the board of trustees. Historical research is my hobby and influences much of my writing. I currently have a book on the end of the Civil War that I am working on as well as the second edition of "Christmas Patrol" I'll add more in the future. Take care and God bless you. Drop me a line ... I am glad to answer any questions you might have. I have about another 6 e-books that I need to finish editing and they will be up. Sorry for the delay. I have a bit of a full plate right now, but I will get them up soon. The civil war book is going great. Also, based on feedback from readers, I wrote an outline for a new book on Titanic (but this will be my last Titanic book). Once again, thank you very much. Volume Two Of Christmas Patrol will be coming out in November. I also have another Christmas short story coming out at the same time.
Shambles by Peter Tranter Shambles by Peter Tranter Oct. 04, 2011 44072 words Read a sample
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I have had my ups and downs. As far back as I can remember I have always wanted to write. I started a school magazine (as a diversion from Latin lessons), largely written by myself (in schoolboy English), which continued to be produced after I left school. Other successes include a 50 minute radio play broadcast by the BBC, (great), numerous articles (over 50) published in local and specialist magazines, and a story outline for a Garth cartoon, which ran for several weeks in the Daily Mirror, a U.K. national daily paper (great again). Then the Editor axed the series which had been running for 40 years! Another paper I wrote for closed immediately afterwards (Gympie Life!). The actress Pauline Collins wanted to play the lead in a screenplay of mine. For a variety of reasons, the key, most probably, the difficulty of obtaining appropriate finance, the project fell through (very sad).In the U.K. I turned a ₤2 million loss making business into profit in 3 months and so the owners sold it (they couldn’t before!) and I was made redundant (don’t be too successful!) Being jobless and over fifty no one wanted to know me (you too?). Needing to eat I drove a taxi. On one trip I was challenged by three pretty teenage girls to write a whodunit. The Treetop Murders was the result (We were driving up a steep wooded hill at the time.) It is selling (fantastic!) For an excerpt click here. I have been a Marine Radio Officer on the Queen Elizabeth and on other ships, a charity fundraiser for paraplegics, a Business Systems Analyst and programmer, a bread delivery salesman and I’m often involved in building projects, planning, bricklaying, wiring up and plumbing. D.I.Y is challenging, most projects are for the first time so I make many of the novice's first copy cost mistakes but what I get is what I want and not someone else's (maybe received or conditioned) views. Very satisfying; it is cheaper, too! I was born in the U.K., living there until I married a second time. I now live in Queensland, Australia in 6 acres of long grass and tall gum trees amongst which I can often be found searching for golf balls. In between, as always, I continue to write and publish in various formats. I have to. I cannot help it.
Hunting on Halloween by Peter Dawes Hunting on Halloween by Peter Dawes Oct. 03, 2011 8882 words Read a sample
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The Gift: A Short Story for Christmas by Amanda Hamm The Gift: A Short Story for Christmas by Amanda Hamm Sep. 29, 2011 1941 words Read a sample
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Love Thy Neighbor by S.L.  Pierce Love Thy Neighbor by S.L. Pierce Sep. 29, 2011 10343 words Read a sample
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S.L. Pierce spent ten years in college getting a PhD in engineering before figuring out that engineering was not for her. She now lives in Colorado with her husband and four children.