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Tinsel by Frazer Lee Tinsel by Frazer Lee Dec. 20, 2010 1480 words Read a sample
A Yuletide nightmare to give you festive chills. Frazer Lee's 'Tinsel' warns of the dangers faced by curious children who sneak downstairs in the dead of night to squeeze their Christmas presents beneath the tree. "Frazer Lee gives us a Christmas present nobody would ever want in 'Tinsel'. Don’t look up the chimney..." (Mathew F. Riley, Bookgeeks.co.uk)
Christmas Rhyming & Decently Trying by German Alcala Christmas Rhyming & Decently Trying by German Alcala Dec. 18, 2010 2888 words Read a sample
Childish poems, love poems, and festive poems celebrating Christmas! A small collection of 13 poems. Ranging from the suggestive to the childish. From the angry to the heartbroken. With humor and emotion the collection takes on a quick, but sweet ride to celebrate Christmas in rhyme.
My Own Prison by Michael Anderson My Own Prison by Michael Anderson Dec. 15, 2010 3524 words Read a sample
Taunted by his dead wife, Robert lives alone with the whispers of her cold voice. She tries to convince him to confess a murder he had commited. A murder that caused his wife's death.
Savage Glen and Other Stories by Ron Sanders Savage Glen and Other Stories by Ron Sanders Dec. 14, 2010 102894 words Read a sample
A soul’s trove of stories. Twenty-nine of ’em, running the gamut from sci-fi to human interest. Horror, humor, philosophy, madness. And a special treat for all you cat lovers.
Arrival by V.H. Folland Arrival by V.H. Folland Dec. 14, 2010 1568 words Read a sample
A short story set in the remote town of Brooke's Vale and its small airstrip. When Jim heads home after losing the plane he'd set his heart on, he's expecting to spend the remains of his leave getting drunk. The flying club, and his brother, have other ideas. Arrival is about the arrival of one of Brooke's Vale's more unusual residents, and set several years before Fire Season.
A Dark Planetarium by Scott William Carter A Dark Planetarium by Scott William Carter Dec. 13, 2010 1750 words Read a sample
When they arrived at the planetarium, the clerk was affixing a sign to the glass window: No shows today. Equipment malfunction ... A powerful tale about a special father and son trip that will haunt you long after the story's conclusion. SCOTT WILLIAM CARTER's first novel, The Last Great Getaway of the Water Balloon Boys, was hailed by Publishers Weekly as a "touching and impressive debut."
First Utterings by Michelle Hudson First Utterings by Michelle Hudson Dec. 12, 2010 3625 words Read a sample
A teacher by profession, Michelle Hudson is a novice writer who simply appreciates the written word. First Utterings is a compliation of poems that Hudson penned in efforts to expand her knowledge and usage of poetic expression. Each poem -- whether about faith, students, love, or bliss -- is a piece of Hudson's heart and a step towards earning the title of "writer."
XXXmas Box by Mark Staniforth XXXmas Box by Mark Staniforth Dec. 06, 2010 15950 words Read a sample
Adult movie icon Kola Kubes is back to give her very personal take on the festive season, while other tales of excess abound in this high-cal eight-story volume, from competitive eating contests to the missile capabilities of Mr Kipling's mince pies. From the author of Fryupdale, this is something else to get your teeth into.
The Scary Part by Brennan Haley The Scary Part by Brennan Haley Nov. 22, 2010 995 words Read a sample
Here is a spicy, tasty little nibble of a great collection of horror short stories known as THE CANNIBAL'S GUIDE TO FINE DINING. Have a bite, don't forget to chew your food, then go get the full buffet here at Smashwords.
Baby by Brennan Haley Baby by Brennan Haley Nov. 22, 2010 830 words Read a sample
Here is a tasty, spicy little nibble from the collection of horror short stories known as THE CANNIBAL'S FINE GUIDE TO DINING. You can't just eat one, so after you've finished with this, go get the full buffet here on Smashwords.
Thank God For Turkeys (Thanksgiving Poetry) by German Alcala Thank God For Turkeys (Thanksgiving Poetry) by German Alcala Nov. 21, 2010 3164 words Read a sample
The story of the Native Americans trust and betrayal with European Americans is told throughout 8 poems. Accompanied by tales and poems on thanking God and spending the day with loved ones and enormous families. In this collection of 15 poems to look at the holiday in different angles, and also warmly accompany it.
Quincy by E. G. Fabricant Quincy by E. G. Fabricant Nov. 17, 2010 798 words Read a sample
Here's my entry in Round Five of National Public Radio's "Three Minute Fiction," concluded Nov.14. Had to be 600 words or less; had to begin with "Some people swore that the house was haunted;" and had to end with the line, "Nothing was ever the same again after that." Guess Michael Cunningham and the IWW minions don't like spooks with some basis in historical fact...
Horror Showcase by David Jeffery Horror Showcase by David Jeffery Oct. 31, 2010 40334 words Read a sample
Twelve macabre tales by three authors in one terrorific tome: Stuart Neild (Dame Demise, Gnomes, Giant Killer Eels) Ian Woodhead (Spore, Crimson Dreams, Lumps) Dave Jeffery (Necropolis Rising, The Growling, Splatoon) Horror Showcase: Come and slay for a while ….
The Boy Who Drew In The Mud and other parables by Zachary Harper The Boy Who Drew In The Mud and other parables by Zachary Harper Oct. 29, 2010 9717 words Read a sample
A collection of short parables and poems, each with a purpose to purvey an overarching moral. For those who love Aesop's Fables and Grimm's Fairy Tales, these original stories continue the aged tradition of meaningful stories for both the young and old.
"Mandolins Song" by Reuben Weber Oct. 25, 2010 127 words Read a sample
My poem highly suitable for Halloween; in fact, the original concept for "Mandolins Song" was conceived on Samhain.
The Looking Glass Anthology: Volume One by The Looking Glass Anthologies The Looking Glass Anthology: Volume One by The Looking Glass Anthologies Oct. 23, 2010 21992 words Read a sample
The Looking Glass Anthology: Volume One is the first edition of the first book published by the only creative writing society at the University of York. Containing a cornucopia of poetry, drama and fiction from some of the most cutting-edge writers today, this is an essential read for anyone who's ever liked reading, ever.
Three Short Stories by Martin Chambers Three Short Stories by Martin Chambers Oct. 21, 2010 6756 words Read a sample
In Character Rebellion a stop work meeting quickly gets out of control as characters from other books attempt to take charge. Can the writer really ever be in control? In Remembering Pablo there is something of the love and devotion we all feel at the loss of a friend. In Time Machine, remember what it was to taste things for the first time and to feel the texture of the world brand new.
What Could Have Been by Melanie Delfin What Could Have Been by Melanie Delfin Oct. 17, 2010 1070 words Read a sample
The things the unborn aborted child would like to tell her mom
Hey, It's a Guy Thing by David Bates Hey, It's a Guy Thing by David Bates Oct. 14, 2010 26299 words Read a sample
A collection of short stories that celebrate men and manhood. These stories are not just for men but also for those who love them.
DreamVision by David Bates DreamVision by David Bates Oct. 14, 2010 21339 words Read a sample
A collection of short stories that will feed your imagination. These stories will introduce you to a world where things aren't quite as they seem. There is also a taste of poetry.
Dark Bites: Part 4 - 848 by Robert Ropars Dark Bites: Part 4 - 848 by Robert Ropars Oct. 12, 2010 10020 words Read a sample
In 1979 the worst blizzard in history dumped 19" of snow on Chicago. A canceled flight leads Marie to seek shelter in the city. As the city is buried, she is trapped with a sexual predator in a fight for her life-she doesn't stand a ghost of a chance. Dark Bites is a horror short story collection focusing on the classic creatures we love to fear: zombies, vampires, werewolves, and ghosts
The Tokolosh by Lynette Ferreira The Tokolosh by Lynette Ferreira Oct. 05, 2010 697 words Sample 10%
This is a Flash Fiction (500 words) of a short, hairy little devil called the Tokolosh.
PsychoHead Fiction Book One by T.D. Green PsychoHead Fiction Book One by T.D. Green Oct. 03, 2010 8250 words Read a sample
A collection of short fiction; psycho-horror, supernatural, fantasy and psychotic behaviour.
The Dark, Dark House by Lynette Ferreira The Dark, Dark House by Lynette Ferreira Sep. 25, 2010 808 words Sample 10%
This is a Flash Fiction (500 words) and has a very strong message of a dark, dark secret in a dark, dark house.
Una desconocida flotaba en el Sena by Moira Tapia Una desconocida flotaba en el Sena by Moira Tapia Sep. 14, 2010 5509 words Read a sample
Cuento corto. Version libre de la Desconocida en el Sena. Un medico forense de comienzos de 1900, aquejado de su vida, recibe un caso que iluminara su dia de trabajo.
The Friday Flash Stories of Eric J. Krause: Volume 1 by Eric J. Krause The Friday Flash Stories of Eric J. Krause: Volume 1 by Eric J. Krause Sep. 06, 2010 30203 words Read a sample
Fifty flash fiction stories. These are tales of horror, fantasy, and science fiction, as well as some bent more towards the mainstream.
Smudges, Smears, Stains and Stories by Tony Vassilion Smudges, Smears, Stains and Stories by Tony Vassilion Sep. 06, 2010 6175 words Read a sample
Smudges, Smears, Stains and Stories is a collection of random thoughts and scribblings.
You die , I die - Love Poems ( Part 2 ) by Nikhil Parekh You die , I die - Love Poems ( Part 2 ) by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 128295 words Read a sample
The second part of this Poetry book is about 600 pages long . -> To browse this book in its entirety , please also visit the first part of this title here at Smashwords.com .
You die , I die - Love Poems ( Part 1 ) - Poetry on Romance, divorce, friendship, lovers by Nikhil Parekh You die , I die - Love Poems ( Part 1 ) - Poetry on Romance, divorce, friendship, lovers by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 261664 words Read a sample
The first part of this Poetry book is about 1000 pages long . Poems symbolizing the immortality of love and at times its fickleness. Parekh takes the reader through a paradise naturally embellished with the ingredients of eternal romance and its sporadic failures.
Longest Poem written by Nikhil Parekh - Only as Life by Nikhil Parekh Longest Poem written by Nikhil Parekh - Only as Life by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 7710 words Read a sample
This is an 80 pages Poetry book . Longest Poem written by Parekh contains a Herculean, 7389 words, 46257 characters. Composed in his own inimitable style and with stupendous intensity all throughout, the poem is a royal treatise to the chapters of the English language and is the first of its kind evolved in pure poetic verse till the end, unlike many of its contemporaries.
If you cut a tree , you cut your own mother - Poems on Environment , Wildlife by Nikhil Parekh If you cut a tree , you cut your own mother - Poems on Environment , Wildlife by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 37034 words Read a sample
This is a 208 pages Poetry book . This compilation of natural poems is a tribute to infinite elements of Mother Nature in its most glorious form. Each poetic stanza brings out the eternal beauty of the 'Natural Habitat' and proves time and again, that wildlife and nature are the two most quintessential parts of Gods celestial earth.
The Womb - Poems on Mother , Father , Children , Parenthood by Nikhil Parekh The Womb - Poems on Mother , Father , Children , Parenthood by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 59152 words Read a sample
This is a 250 pages Poetry book . A flurry of poetic concoctions dedicated to the ever-pervading woman and mother. Profoundly saluting her love, compassion and resolute grit as she evolves a diminutive infant into a powerhouse of talent, into a complete individual. The poems in the collection are humble salutations to the essence of Parenthood.
Hide and Seek - Rhyming and Non Rhyming Poems by Nikhil Parekh Hide and Seek - Rhyming and Non Rhyming Poems by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 84545 words Read a sample
This is a 610 pages Poetry book . Parekh's earliest collection of verse. Written in unparallelled fervor, this collection is a delectable blend of topics from 'love' to 'death', probing into countless infinitesimal aspects of existence which make a significant impact to it. The beauty of this compendium lies in its magical brevity at places and in the most mundane things of life around us .
The Power of Black - Poems on Humanity, Social Cause, Poverty, Women empowerment by Nikhil Parekh The Power of Black - Poems on Humanity, Social Cause, Poverty, Women empowerment by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 125959 words Read a sample
This is a 500 pages Poetry book . The poet has earnestly believed that even the most inexplicable of sorrow can be projected as well as alleviated via the power of magical poetry. Wondrously implementing the same in this soothing compendium of poems - Parekh brings to the fore various evils lingering in the society and tries to cure them offering the balm of poetry.
Love versus Terrorism - Poems on Anti Terror , Peace , Love , Brotherhood by Nikhil Parekh Love versus Terrorism - Poems on Anti Terror , Peace , Love , Brotherhood by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 132373 words Read a sample
This is a 610 pages Poetry book . Love Versus Terrorism unconquerably depicts at each stage that no matter how wretched the wrath of terrorism has penetrated into the planet today--Love forever emerges victorious. Because God has created it as the most Omnipotent panacea for one and all humanity and the living kind .
Life equal to death - Poems on life , death by Nikhil Parekh Life equal to death - Poems on life , death by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 278580 words Read a sample
This iss a 1200 pages poetry book . The enigmatic collection of poems explores and equates the boundless possibilities of life and death and delves into each intricate inexplicability of survival. Parekh's roving philosophical eye brings the unconquerable richness of life to the fore and yet at the same time explicitly highlights the veracity of 'death' as the absolute certainty of every existece
1 God - Poems on God , Creator by Nikhil Parekh 1 God - Poems on God , Creator by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 135898 words Read a sample
"1 God" is a 522 pages Poetry Book . The compilation of poems depicts the Omniscient Creator in his unconquerable shapes and forms. Goes to irrefutably prove that there is just one Creator, you choose to call him by whatever name - and for everyone one of us till the time we live. This book is an earnest dedication to Almighty Lord.
WATER and other stories by Daron Fraley WATER and other stories by Daron Fraley Sep. 03, 2010 5946 words Read a sample
PETITIONS: A short story about a homeless man (contemporary fiction). ANGEL’S SONG: A companion short story to the novel “The Thorn”, book one of “The Chronicles of Gan” (speculative fiction). WATER: Based on the account found in the Gospel of John, chapter 5, verses 1-16, and the painting by Carl Bloch, “Healing at the Pool of Bethesda” (historical fiction).
Fryupdale by Mark Staniforth Fryupdale by Mark Staniforth Aug. 27, 2010 42011 words Read a sample
Porn stars and serial killers, Nazis and nymphomaniacs, hunchbacks and bare-knuckle boxers: just a few of the disparate cast of characters who call the remote moorland community of Fryupdale their home. These 18 short stories reveal the unflinching truths behind their lonely, sad and sometimes hilarious lives - and why the world beyond village limits will always seem so distant.
Right Round by Finn Herloce Right Round by Finn Herloce Aug. 26, 2010 1866 words Read a sample
When John had an affair with his coffee girl, he didn't expect it to turn out into this bloody mess.
(The Deleted) Poems Galore The Fourwell Tour by German Alcala (The Deleted) Poems Galore The Fourwell Tour by German Alcala Aug. 24, 2010 1777 words Read a sample
Whilst writing the lavish collection of Farewell Poems the young poet lost his sense of space and time. These are 10 of those poems that he simply couldn't cram into the final official cut, but what good would they do rotting away in some corner? So, enjoy.
Poems Galore The Fourwell Tour by German Alcala Poems Galore The Fourwell Tour by German Alcala Aug. 24, 2010 7521 words Read a sample
24 Farewell Poems! The final Poems Galore anthology is a roller coaster of poems for the final time around the track! The finale is here! With exciting endings to the stories of the Poems Galore Assassin, Porcelain Doll, and the new story of Harp! The final installments of the Labor Poems and Lost Youth oriented poems. So, enjoy the lavish final time around the block of Alcala's Poems Galore.
Just Crank Up That Cher 'Fore I Die by German Alcala Just Crank Up That Cher 'Fore I Die by German Alcala Aug. 20, 2010 6971 words Read a sample
The third and final Poems Galore *Celebrity Edition* the celebrity obsessed poet takes a look at celebrities in a view from one thousand years in the future, but twists somehow to what their current lives are like, and his opinions of them. Bringing back some names from past *celebrity editions*. In this grand tribute of fiction, fact, and praise to twenty celebrities with almost angelic talents!
Sweet Somethings: Samples from the Circlet Press Smorgasbord by Circlet Press Editorial Team Sweet Somethings: Samples from the Circlet Press Smorgasbord by Circlet Press Editorial Team Aug. 17, 2010 33827 words Read a sample
Sweet Somethings features excerpts from twenty books, providing enticing tastes of what Circlet has to offer. Since 1992, Circlet Press has been committed to publishing quality works of erotic science fiction and fantasy. From werewolves to robots, mad scientists to fairy-tale princesses, we have something to captivate every erotic imagination. Het, GLBT, kink, celebrating sexuality & literature.
Mirror, Flash, Man Who Couldn't Die (Wonders Series) by Stan I.S. Law Mirror, Flash, Man Who Couldn't Die (Wonders Series) by Stan I.S. Law Aug. 16, 2010 7709 words Read a sample
Miracles happen all around us—even though we're seldom sufficiently awake to notice them. Sometimes we find our true self in a Mirror. Sometimes a stray bullet defines our future. At other times we wander for ages without being able to define our purpose. Yet, when we find it, reality fills us with Wonder.
Dark Bites: Part 1 - Windy City of the Dead by Robert Ropars Dark Bites: Part 1 - Windy City of the Dead by Robert Ropars Aug. 15, 2010 10236 words Read a sample
Dark Bites is a horror short story collection focusing on the classic creatures we love to fear: zombies, vampires, werewolves, ghosts and more. Crow needs to get out of the Windy City fast with just her wits and any weapons she can find. But between her and escape are hordes of brain-chomping zombies spreading their plague across the city and through her condo building. 52 floors to go...
Poems Galore Threeller by German Alcala Poems Galore Threeller by German Alcala Aug. 13, 2010 3708 words Read a sample
The child poet is back in this collection of 23 poems I take you around the track once more before we hit the finish line! The third poems galore is longer, harder, smarter, and a better roller coaster! Poems Galore Threeller is here with anorexia, assassins, fears, whores, pimps, johns, freed porcelain dolls, and much more childish fun! With the celebrity obsession cranked down ever so slightly!
Long Way Down by Finn Herloce Long Way Down by Finn Herloce Aug. 12, 2010 736 words Read a sample
A short story with a twist. Or two.
Petite Anthologie de la Jeune Poésie française. by Strofka Petite Anthologie de la Jeune Poésie française. by Strofka Aug. 12, 2010 18443 words Read a sample
11 auteurs francophones talentueux pour une joute poétique de haute volée ! Strofka, Stéphanie Gaou-Bernard, Yannis Sanchez, Lilas Kwine, Eknath, Le Babel, Juliette Guerreiro, Pascal Leray, Cédric Lerible, Pascal Lamachère et Le Poète Inconnu offrent un instantané du paysage poétique francophone d'aujourd'hui.
I Know Why The Jackson Sings by German Alcala I Know Why The Jackson Sings by German Alcala Aug. 06, 2010 3067 words Read a sample
A collection of 23 poems written by the commercially addle minded author German Alcala! Poetry of those who the world was saddened to lose, celebrities who we all saw fall to ruin, and the childish, sad, and *almost* gothic view that the author holds for Death itself! Written as a sequel to A Letter To Justin Bieber's Hair! Perfected Final Edit Released: April, 1, 2011.