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Packers On The First Out	by Brian Williams Jan. 20, 2012	2089 words	Read a sample
One-Shot, Free, Self-Contained Vignette, Wall Bound #6. The first of 12 themed monthly Vignettes about the monthly events that exist or may exist outside our vision when we are not looking.
Een naderend onweer	by Patrick Brannigan Jan. 16, 2012	1600 words	Read a sample
Patrick valt als een blok voor de charmes van Elefteria, een wondermooie, maar getrouwde vrouw. Terwijl de dreiging van het onweer toeneemt, stijgt de spanning: wat zal Patrick doen als Elefteria's man terugkomt van zee? Kort, zinderend verhaal voor mensen met passie.
A Christmas Carolling	by C.J. B. Jan. 10, 2012	10212 words	Read a sample
rodney screwge is a miserable, ungenerous character with no time for christmas, his spirit somewhat deflated by life, his mind now devoted only to intellectual pursuits, and with a taste for expensive food and fine wines. that is until one christmas eve when he is visited by a certain someone and thrust into an experience that will inspire him and change his outlook forever.
The Witch Who Made Adjustments	by Vera Nazarian Jan. 07, 2012	12637 words	Read a sample
A humorous and deeply heartwarming fantasy novelette of a witch who may not be as "terrible" as she seems -- a witch who came into a turn-of-the-century town, just a few days before Halloween, and changed the lives of the entire populace, and especially young Tommy, a hardworking boy, and his impoverished family.
Looking for Christmas	by Mary Young Jan. 01, 2012	1327 words	Read a sample
For Lindsay, Christmas-time means putting up decorations and baking cookies. For Grandma, it means finding the Christmas Spirit in the world around her, and she won't decorate or bake until she finds it. When Lindsay visits, hoping to spend the day baking cookies, Grandmas insists they look for Christmas instead. Will they find it in time for cookie-baking?
The Feast of Stevens	by Kristen Stieffel Dec. 22, 2011	4411 words	Read a sample
On a space station far from Earth, animal liberationists inadvertently jeopardize thirty-eight innocent turkeys. The stationâ€™s cook, Stevens, ensures the fowl shall not have died in vain. In this science fiction Christmas comedy, cultures clash, hearts are won, and dinner is served.
Free Holiday Romance Short Stories	by CJ Hawk Dec. 21, 2011	65377 words	Read a sample
Two short holiday romance stories - Mistletoe Wishes and Christmas Surprise. These short stories were written to warm your heart for the holiday season. Enjoy these two FREE stories as my gift to you - my favorite e-readers. Within this season, may all good things come to those who wait. Sample chapters of other e-books included.
A walk through my memory lane	by Amina Aslam Dec. 21, 2011	5090 words	Read a sample
Following is a translation from the writings of my mother, her trip to scotland. But it is more then a travel guide to scotland. It is a sumptuous saga unleashed through meditating mountains, talking rivers and wailing remains of "once splendid mansions". And most importantly it is a moment lived to the fullest and the feelings of heart truely felt by a mother and the sweetest human.
The Megamillionaire Murders: Family Cursemas	by Rod Kierkegaard, Jr. Dec. 19, 2011	101525 words	Read a sample
When the wealthy Goodman family assembles for its gloomy annual holiday reunion in their divorced mother's crumbling mansion, Holly Singletary is pressed into service to help cater the Christmas Eve dinner. When "the storm of the century" hits, the attendees have more than a blackout to worry about. Someone â€“ or something â€“ is killing off the Goodman family one by one.
The Land of the Living: Christmas Stories	by Chuck Allen Dec. 18, 2011	4092 words	Read a sample
A collection of five flash-fiction stories based on a theme of Christmas songs. Story titles: Silent Night, The Little Drummer Boy, Jingle Bells, White Christmas and O Christmas Tree.
One Stormy Christmas	by E.K. Coulson Dec. 17, 2011	612 words	Read a sample
Tale of a stormy Christmas and a delivery that may not happen!
The Star	by Alan Loewen Dec. 15, 2011	655 words	Read a sample
The Christmas Story told from the vantage point of the three Magi from the East.
Christmas' Best Bet, Humble Pie a novella	by Mary Marvella Dec. 13, 2011	21042 words	Sample 20%
When Brock, a wealthy lawyer in Atlanta, Georgia, loses a bet with his partners, he must take up the challenge to get a job in a Waffle House and work there after office hours in their law firm for a month. He has never worked so hard or learned so much about people. During that month he learns about humility and caring. This novella has loads of southern flavor.
The Christmas Flower	by KaliSeymour Dec. 13, 2011	1530 words	Read a sample
Does love really last for an eternity? Even after the one you loved has passed on. Lillian Willard's will soon find that out.
A Cajun Werewolf Christmas	by Selena Blake Dec. 13, 2011	11074 words	Read a sample
Now Available - Stormy Weather anthology and the Stormy Weather Collector's Edition Join Deveraux Pack for their first Christmas together. With Angel and Julesâ€™ wedding days away, the pack braces the snow and cold for an unforgettable day. The men place a bet to see who can come up with the best baby present. And Mother Nature provides one last surprise for everyone.
Krampus: A Christmas Tale	by Ed Kurtz Dec. 12, 2011	5388 words	Read a sample
Jason Sommer has not been a very good boy this year, and his old Oma has a punishment in mind come Christmastime. With the aid of her strange old friend Nicolaus, Oma is going to give Jason a terrifying Christmas he will never forget... ...nor get to chance to!
Santa Enters the Back Door	by Whiskey McNaughton Dec. 12, 2011	6569 words	Read a sample
Pauline was hot. It was Christmas Eve and the weather had gone into the 80s. She tried everything, but nothing cooled her off. After she passed out from too much "cold drinking" she felt someone fondling her body in her own living room, in the middle of the night where no one else should be! She was considering her options when she realized the intruder had to be none other than Santa Clause.
The Christmas Challenge	by Linda Boltman Dec. 11, 2011	2078 words	Read a sample
Trying to recreate a family tradition when my Grandfather took me with him to cut down and carry home the family Christmas tree, my children and I would traipse out to our local tree farm to pick out our Christmas tree. Our tradition culminated in the Christmas my friends and family still refer to as the year of "The Mother Lode" tree. Laugh and cry at an attempt to preserve childhood memories.
Merry Webcomic Christmas	by Lacy Maran Dec. 11, 2011	150 words	Read a sample
Christmas themed comic strips about the Holidays.
A Christmas Miracle	by Willow Cross Dec. 10, 2011	4056 words	Read a sample
Short inspirational story about a single mother and one very special Christmas.
Mr. Christmas	by Shine LeFlur Dec. 07, 2011	2060 words	Read a sample
Merry Christmas from Shine LeFlur
A Computer Carol	by Mia Darien Dec. 05, 2011	4033 words	Read a sample
"Let's make sure that we are perfectly clear about the following statement: Unit 231dS7, also known as Marley, was dead. His primary memory core had burnt out and was not repairable, so 231dS7 had been disassembled. The recyclable parts had been returned to the factories for refurbishment and those parts that had made 231dS7 into Marley were destroyed."
Open	by Marcus Engel& Amy Vega Dec. 05, 2011	12881 words	Read a sample
New nurse Hope Wyatt helps a friend in the intensive care unit fight for his life while she learns how to cope with the emotional highs and lows of caregiving.
'Twas the Chihuahua Before Christmas	by Esri Allbritten Dec. 05, 2011	7443 words	Read a sample
Charlotte Baskerville, designer of small dog clothing, is asked if her Russian dog trainer will play Santa at the last minute. As she struggles to get him ready, an elf costume and other Chihuahua couture disappear from her workshop. This is a stand-alone story that features characters from the full-length mystery, 'Chihuahua of the Baskervilles,' published by St. Martin's Press.
Upon A Midnight Clear	by Ian Thomas Healy Dec. 03, 2011	4504 words	Read a sample
On Christmas Eve, somewhere out in the Asteroid Belt, a lonely prospector happens across something he never expected to find. This ebook is intended to be free; if your retailer is charging for it, please notify them and check competing retailers like Smashwords for the free copy.
Christmas With the Kings, Kings of Montana Bonus Book	by Vanessa Bartal Dec. 01, 2011	42467 words	Read a sample
Ethan Prescott didn't set out to have a horrible holiday. Instead, he was looking for an idyllic getaway with his girlfriend in Montana. But from the beginning nothing went right, and especially not the fact that he fell in love with a local. Now his life is in a tailspin as he tries to figure out not only what he wants, but how to have it all. And with a little help from the Kings, maybe he can.
All is Calm	by Sandra Carey Cody Dec. 01, 2011	2237 words	Read a sample
All Sarah wants is a perfect celebration for her brother's birthday. It doesn't seem a lot to ask, but harmony doesn't come easy in her family - made up of proud Irish rebels and Jews savvy enough to get out of Babi Yar just before the arrival of the infamous killing squads.
Top 5 Most Visited Travel Destinations in India	by Richa Nagar Nov. 30, 2011	452 words	Read a sample
If you are a traveler and wish to get some useful travel tip about Indian travel destinations then stay tuned with indiantraveldestinations.com. You are in for some pleasant surprise.
A Camp Edson Christmas	by Cynthia Davis Nov. 25, 2011	2893 words	Read a sample
When Christina Brannigan and the summer camp counselors return to Camp Edson to help make Christmas for a group of displaced foster kids, will a freak ice storm and a power outage be the last events on the schedule?
The Boy Who Had Nothing	by Gareth Parker Nov. 25, 2011	4142 words	Read a sample
Toby is only 9 years old and puts up with a lot from the other kids in school. Coming from a poor family, he gets picked on and unfortunately has no friends. However, Toby soon shows everyone what he is capable of and that strength comes from within. â€œA heart warming seasonal short story, that you cant put downâ€
Mistletoe & Murder	by Laina Turner Nov. 23, 2011	8738 words	Read a sample
In this holiday short story, Presley goes home for Christmas expecting it to be a relaxing holiday until her old boyfriend, Brian, asks for her help finding out who has been stealing from him and it turns from theft to murder. Why would anyone want to kill Tommy and what was he hiding?
Christmas Beyond the Box	by Josh Langston Nov. 23, 2011	18833 words	Read a sample
The holidays mean many things to many people. "Christmas Beyond the Box" takes that notion a little farther, and provides some enchanting looks at the season from some very interesting perspectives. Suitable for all ages, there's sure to be a tale worth re-telling in this collection for many Christmases to come.
All That Glitters	by Stacey James Nov. 22, 2011	703 words	Read a sample
All that glitters is...Ivy Bloom. After toiling behind the counter at Glitter's Department Store for the past five years, she's ready to make an exit. But not before the store's notorious holiday party gets underway. How will the snooty women, most of them former high school classmates, of incredible wealth feel about her dazzling exit? *This short story was a 600 word challenge.
Growing Up Along the Mullet	by Bill Schroeder Nov. 21, 2011	1475 words	Read a sample
A bittersweet short story about a childhood trip down the Mullet River that serves as a metaphor for losing childhood innocence and boldly entering adulthood
Xmas Is Near!	by Ted Ringer Nov. 21, 2011	145 words	Read a sample
Joy to the World! A free pre-Christmas present celebrating the spirit of the season and literacy everywhere! The Christmas spirit displaces Christmas-present greed in this charming, fun & touching Twitter novel, now available as a complete eBook. A holiday story for all ages and all perspectives. Author and illustrator Ted Ringer wishes you all the best this holiday season, and in the New Year.
Come Visit Us Sometime	by Lelanthran Krishna Manickum Nov. 15, 2011	393 words	Read a sample
Fred takes care of pushy relatives inviting themselves over. This funny short story is all about that which is never mentioned - the visiting in-laws.
An Epiphany Gift for Robin	by Joyce DiPastena Nov. 08, 2011	2433 words	Read a sample
Award winning medieval romance author Joyce DiPastena brings you a touching Christmas tale of love and sacrifice set in the Middle Ages. While the Yule log roars in the great castle hearth and lords and ladies feast on Christmas goose, a serf family shivers in the cold. On the gift giving day of Epiphany, what can one poor peasant father do to bring light and hope to his wife and children?
Donkey Innocence and other short stories	by Lindsey J Carden Nov. 08, 2011	3464 words	Read a sample
Donkey Innocence is a short story about growing up in a sea side town and the beauty of innocence.
The Holiday Collection	by Indie Eclective Nov. 06, 2011	47689 words	Read a sample
â€œThe Holiday Collectionâ€ is the second anthology of short stories from the Indie Eclective: A group of nine authors crossing genres. These holiday-themed stories range from serious to humorous, and all express the sentiments of the season in their own â€œEclectiveâ€ way.
Magical Coat	by Carol Marlene Smith Nov. 05, 2011	2599 words	Read a sample
A Short Story: Was it a Christmas Gift? Jean Bishop, out of work and down on her luck in New York City, finds a coat in a second hand shop. A wondrous change overtakes her, and she feels ready to begin her new life. Don Richards sees something special in Jean and hires her to work in his coffee shop. It was a magical Christmas all around as Don and Jeanâ€™s lives changed dramatically.
A Thanksgiving Afternoon	by Maureen Mullis Nov. 02, 2011	1752 words	Read a sample
Ivy is lonely, and Thanksgiving is just another reminder of what is missing in her life. On an afternoon walk she encounters a family that seems to have everything she ever wanted. Is she destined to always be on the outside looking in, or can she find a way to change her life?
The Count's Halloween: A FREE Trick or Treat Poem by Rusty Fischer	by Rusty Fischer Oct. 22, 2011	876 words	Read a sample
Trick or treat; smell my... fangs?!?!
Bah, Humbug! (A Romantic Comedy Christmas Novella)	by Heather Horrocks Oct. 19, 2011	26837 words	Read a sample
Lexi's kids love the Jared Strong novels, written by Kyle, who beheads a snowman to hide his villainâ€™s â€˜weaponâ€™ inside. Unfortunately, the snowman was for Lexiâ€™s TV show. Can there be more than unlikely friendship for a woman afraid to get close and a man with childhood shadows? Families join together and hearts are healed as this couple goes walking in a winter wonderland.
3 for Poe (Horror/Halloween Anthology)	by habu Oct. 19, 2011	3600 words	Read a sample
No author could evoke a sense of tension and horror within the space of a very short story better than could Edgar Allan Poe, one of the fathers of the contemporary short story. In this three-shorts non-erotic excerpt from the forthcoming erotic mÃ©nage anthology 13 Ways for Halloween, prolific short story writer, habu, gives tribute to the master of intense period horror to mark the . . .
The Human Ate My Pumpkin!	by Jon Mac Oct. 18, 2011	3034 words	Read a sample
It wasnâ€™t just any other night in the unlife of Ned The Undead, it was Halloween! But the world had changed a lot lately, and nothing seemed to turn out the way he expected. Find out why Zombies are people too, in â€œThe Human Ate My Pumpkin!â€
The Christmas Angel	by Joe C Combs 2nd Oct. 11, 2011	1829 words	Read a sample
To save her husband and infant daughter Mary must walk through a snow storm to find help.
Shambles	by Peter Tranter Oct. 04, 2011	44072 words	Read a sample
Shambles is a collection of quick reads. Here you will find short stories, silly verse and something for the young at heart.
Hunting on Halloween	by Peter Dawes Oct. 03, 2011	8882 words	Read a sample
Vampires Flynn and Robin indulge in a little Halloween mischief. The real monsters don't need costumes.
The Gift: A Short Story for Christmas	by Amanda Hamm Sep. 29, 2011	1941 words	Read a sample
A man looking for the perfect gift for his wife experiences a Christmas miracle. This is a Christian themed story; it is not about Santa Claus.
Love Thy Neighbor	by S.L. Pierce Sep. 29, 2011	10343 words	Read a sample
You are invited to the party of the year - The Annual Halloween Blowout, but is it what it seems? A fun Halloween Short

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