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Stories for Airports by judy b. Stories for Airports by judy b. Feb. 19, 2009 29814 words Read a sample
Going somewhere? Stuck where you are? This book is for you. Stories for Airports is not about airports. It is an album of brief encounters with people who intrigue and appall you, people in the midst of discovering that entire worlds exist within the most inconsequential moments.
Ambition, part three by NFH Walker Ambition, part three by NFH Walker Feb. 23, 2009 12481 words Read a sample
Imagine a world where you are young, hot, hip – and published. Picture a long, hot summer in West London, literary prize shortlists, an alcoholic French agent you keep bumping into at random parties, priapic friends and vapid ex-girlfriends. Consider a life in which even the sight of your own reflection fills you with anxiety and where mirrors give you fear.
Annalea, Princess of Nemusmar by Stephen Shore Annalea, Princess of Nemusmar by Stephen Shore Feb. 26, 2009 92818 words Read a sample
After reading the first paragraph, you may conclude that this is a book about pirates. This is not a book about pirates. Okay, there are a few pirates in the book. (Okay, there are quite a few pirates in the book.) But this is not a book that is just about pirates. It provides intimate familiarity with strong characters and a sense of sharing in their lives and adventures.
Red Heart Black Heart Valentine's Day Collection by Jane Friedman Red Heart Black Heart Valentine's Day Collection by Jane Friedman Feb. 26, 2009 10217 words Read a sample
An anthology of poems, letters, and essays about love, from the Writer's Digest Valentine's Day contest.
Road To Freedom by Sylvia Hubbard Road To Freedom by Sylvia Hubbard Feb. 26, 2009 102723 words Read a sample
Whitney escapes her cruel stepfather's home only to fall into the hands of a man bent on revenge against her stepfather. Whitney prays her stepsister, Erica will have enough strength inside of herself to fight with Whitney and hopefully their father won't turn Erica back to the dark side of greed.
Union of Renegades: The Rys Chronicles Book I by Tracy Falbe Union of Renegades: The Rys Chronicles Book I by Tracy Falbe Feb. 27, 2009 180907 words Read a sample
The epic begins as Dreibrand Veta and the conquering Horde of the Atrophane Empire reach a mythic Wilderness that beckons with a magical call to glory. But Onja, Queen of the rys, a race far more powerful than the greatest human state, guards this land. She has the power to imprison souls and her genocidal rage is legendary. Everything is at risk for her desperate enemies, the union of renegades.
A Paper Reborn by Wren Sasaki A Paper Reborn by Wren Sasaki March 01, 2009 138 words Read a sample
Can we capture poetry in its rawest form?
Thaw by Jordan Castillo Price Thaw by Jordan Castillo Price March 01, 2009 1402 words Read a sample
As a psychic homicide investigator, Victor Bayne doesn't get much time to relax. Thaw offers a rare glimpse of him off the clock. Heard of the PsyCop series, interested in m/m fiction, but never tried it? Take a taste of Victor and his sexy boyfriend, Jacob, whose smoldering good looks threaten to melt the ice rink they're skating on. Find more about PsyCop at www.jordancastilloprice.com
A Brief Conversation with My Hair by Russell Bradury-Carlin A Brief Conversation with My Hair by Russell Bradury-Carlin March 01, 2009 25636 words Read a sample
A collection of forty short literary humor pieces that have been featured on McSweeney's, Opium, and other websites. Titles include "The Calls of Cthulu", "Diary of a Grocery Cart", and "Dionysus: Party Clown". If you ever wondered if Allen Ginsburg could have put his talent to writing pay-per-click ads or how Calvin and Hobbes may have responded to reading Hemingway, you will find the answers.
Sam's Dream by David Hockey Sam's Dream by David Hockey March 02, 2009 2920 words Read a sample
Sam had always known that he could fly. Fly in his dreams, that is; he was often flying in his dreams. This morning's dream was particularly vivid. It began with a feeling of great beauty, set in a perfect, early-spring day. The dandelions were bursting out in golden yellow and there was a warm and exciting ambience that foretold of pleasant things to come.
Bastards of Old by Gregory D. Welch Bastards of Old by Gregory D. Welch March 02, 2009 0 words Read a sample
A dark poem hinting at an unseen and hidden force snipping away at our dreams and destiny.
Merlin's Quest Part Two: by Suzanne Kayko -Montpetit Merlin's Quest Part Two: by Suzanne Kayko -Montpetit March 05, 2009 5271 words Read a sample
Can you heal one's soul and continue to avoid the darkness that surrounds you? Can you live without body and mind and still exist on a certain level of consciousness? What is like to be whole and not full of holes that fill ones mind with eclectic garbage. I am serenity and I am here to help, watch me evaporate
The Water's Touch by LK Hunsaker The Water's Touch by LK Hunsaker March 06, 2009 2673 words Read a sample
During an escape to his beloved Scottish hills and loch, Duncan fights his own need in favor of another's. A Rehearsal-related short-story.
Evan's Story by LK Hunsaker Evan's Story by LK Hunsaker March 06, 2009 3437 words Read a sample
After losing his little brother, Evan relies on his best friend to help him pick up and move on. A Rehearsal-related free read.
Colder Still by Justin Cawthorne Colder Still by Justin Cawthorne March 08, 2009 10709 words Read a sample
John Spencer lives out his waning days enduring a relationship of mutual hatred with his bitter and self-centred son. Then a chilling memory from his past offers a way out, and a chance for revenge.
Sentence of Marriage by Shayne Parkinson Sentence of Marriage by Shayne Parkinson March 08, 2009 150570 words Read a sample
In 19th Century New Zealand, there are few choices for a farm girl like Amy. Her life seems mapped out for her by the time she is twelve. Amy dreams of an exciting life in the world beyond her narrow boundaries. But it is the two people who come to the farm from outside the valley who change her life forever, and Amy learns the high cost of making the wrong choice. Book 1 of "Promises to Keep".
Connections (A Short Erotic / Erotica Romance) by Selena Kitt Connections (A Short Erotic / Erotica Romance) by Selena Kitt March 08, 2009 8661 words Read a sample
Lonely Cathy, college dropout, works in a grocery store and makes completely random phone calls to strangers just to make a human connection. When a strange coincidence forces her to actually speak to the person on the other end of the phone, she's suddenly thrust back into the world, with all its vulnerability. Will Seth be able to draw Cathy back into the land of the living? 2006 RAUXA PRIZE
Snowball's Chance by Habu Snowball's Chance by Habu March 08, 2009 9101 words Read a sample
In this winter fairy tale of medieval European castles, Liesl, the beautiful daughter of a widowed local noblewoman, torn between the cruel lusts of her stepfather and her selection to be sent to the bed of the old emperor, finds her desire sparked by a young, handsome stranger she encounters in the village square marketplace.
Moonlight by Elliott Mabeuse Moonlight by Elliott Mabeuse March 08, 2009 4673 words Read a sample
A would-be college poet discovers the real beauty and magnetism of the feminine as poetry under the light of a full moon…
Gone Fishin' by Marshall Ian Key Gone Fishin' by Marshall Ian Key March 08, 2009 11716 words Read a sample
Bill and Jenny rediscover love during a game of go-fish…
Making Up by Dakota Trace Making Up by Dakota Trace March 08, 2009 5942 words Read a sample
Grace-lee is feeling smothered by her chosen, Drew. She’s from Earth and he’s from Venus and she just wasn’t prepared for the reality of the bonding they undertook. Now, she’s at her place because she needs some “space,” and he’s at his, filled with a beyond-human hunger for his mate — and both of them are miserable. Is Grace-lee prepared for the consequences of their separation?
Rhiannon's New School by Jennifer Campbell Rhiannon's New School by Jennifer Campbell March 08, 2009 3194 words Read a sample
Always an A student in her old school, Rhiannon is upset that her family has moved and her stepfather has sent her to a new school. Soon she is in trouble with the headmaster, and she discovers the true reason she has been sent to the Academy. Will Rhiannon have the courage to follow her submissive nature, and find fulfillment?
Unplugged by Savannah Reardon Unplugged by Savannah Reardon March 08, 2009 1715 words Read a sample
Alicia has a very vivid fantasy about anal sex. She’s never experienced it before, but she knows exactly how she wants it: hard and fast. In order to fulfill her fantasy, Jack “plugs” her up before going to work. When he comes home, Alicia’s fantasy will finally be fulfilled.
Hannah's Choice (An Erotic /Erotica Short) by Selena Kitt Hannah's Choice (An Erotic /Erotica Short) by Selena Kitt March 08, 2009 4128 words Read a sample
Hannah needs a job, but what is she willing to do to get one?
Conrad's First Girl by Varian Krylov Conrad's First Girl by Varian Krylov March 08, 2009 11617 words Read a sample
Conrad has planned an abduction, but before he can execute his perfect crime, he needs a little practice bending reluctant virgins to his will. Enter Elsie, Conrad’s first girl. A prequel to Varian Krylov’s bestselling “ABDUCTION!”
The Keeper of Songs by William Woodall The Keeper of Songs by William Woodall March 11, 2009 6836 words Read a sample
Short story. The tale of a father and son who must both make great sacrifices to break a terrible curse that lies on their country.
Singing Wind by William Woodall Singing Wind by William Woodall March 11, 2009 3351 words Read a sample
Short Story. The tale of a beautiful young girl who discovers that beauty alone cannot save her from a cruel witch, and that only courage and love will set her free.
Bran the Blessed by William Woodall Bran the Blessed by William Woodall March 11, 2009 5257 words Read a sample
Short Story. The tale of a young man who must risk his life many times to save his beloved sister, and of how God enables him to do so.
The Land of Fear by William Woodall The Land of Fear by William Woodall March 11, 2009 5581 words Read a sample
Short Story. The tale of a girl who must single-handedly save her village from destruction by an invading army, and the lessons she learns along the way.
Jacob Have I Loved by William Woodall Jacob Have I Loved by William Woodall March 11, 2009 18078 words Read a sample
Jacob had always believed there had to be something more out there than just the dull and humdrum world he was used to. So when something magical was suddenly dropped in his lap, he wasn’t at all disbelieving, as some people might have been. When reality is harsh, you learn very quickly to look beyond it. This beautiful novella of love and redemption will make you ponder what truly matters.
Heaven Sent: a Channeling Morpheus Short by Jordan Castillo Price Heaven Sent: a Channeling Morpheus Short by Jordan Castillo Price March 11, 2009 1914 words Read a sample
Michael is a waif in eyeliner who's determined to wipe vampires off the face of the earth. Wild Bill's got his eye on Michael, and he's willing to do anything to go home with him. If you've got a soft spot for fake fog and black lights, then Channeling Morpheus is the series for you. Try Heaven Sent, a free, explicit m/m short, or find out more at http://channelingmorpheus.com
Love Like This by Sylvia Hubbard Love Like This by Sylvia Hubbard March 11, 2009 39336 words Read a sample
Angered that his wife would sleep with his brother, Ethan swore revenge. To his surprise, he becomes involved with the one person his wife never wanted him to get close to...her daughter, Nicole. Once Ethan leaves his wife penniless and then breaks Nicoles heart his revenge will be complete. Too bad Ethan didn't expect to fall in love with Nicole.
Valentine's Heart by Jamieson Wolf Valentine's Heart by Jamieson Wolf March 13, 2009 2601 words Read a sample
After battling evil in the form of Emperor Claudius II of Rome, Valentine is in hiding. Having fleed with his lover Asterius, the former Chief of the Roman Guard, Valentine's heart should be comforted. But his thoughts keep drifting to Anna, his former priestess. Asterius will help Valentine forget all about Anna. And dream all about him...
Dragons Don't Dream by Jamieson Wolf Dragons Don't Dream by Jamieson Wolf March 13, 2009 1226 words Read a sample
There once was a Dragon who could not dream... Learn what happens when a Dragon cannot fly and what happens when she comes to the aid of a Phoenix...
My Lover, My Friend by Suprina Frazier My Lover, My Friend by Suprina Frazier March 14, 2009 48900 words Read a sample
Andre and Cindy grew up together as next door neighbors, but treated each other more like brother and sister. When Cindy comes home fresh from a painful divorce years later, Andre suddenly discovers that his feelings for her have changed. Yet because of her delicate emotional state he can not declare those feelings. When he finally does, will Cindy be ready? Will she accept or reject him?
A Family Affair by Suprina Frazier A Family Affair by Suprina Frazier March 14, 2009 2277 words Read a sample
Short story - Born to an African-American mother, Kendra’s sandy hair and fair skin suggested that the black man listed on her birth certificate may not be her real father. If so, then who was? Read on to find out…
No Prison For Love by Suprina Frazier No Prison For Love by Suprina Frazier March 14, 2009 6000 words Read a sample
Short story - Mandy was desperate to keep her man, desperate to prove to Karl that his recent incarceration hadn’t changed her feelings towards him or her commitment to him. To accomplish her goals, Mandy was not above lying…even to Karl.
The Whole Ball of Yarn by Selena Kitt The Whole Ball of Yarn by Selena Kitt March 16, 2009 44758 words Read a sample
Download the entire catalog of Selena Kitt's fiction, everything she has available, including cover art, blurbs, and teaser excerpts. Lots of "Coming Soon" books listed to be put on your TBR (to-be-read) list. Thirty + books and audio! Hot, sexy and enticing - check it out today!
CompletelyNovel.com Launch Anthology by Anna Lewis CompletelyNovel.com Launch Anthology by Anna Lewis March 17, 2009 24386 words Read a sample
An anthology of brand new short stories to celebrate the launch of CompletelyNovel.com. CompletelyNovel are proud to present twelve imaginative, humorous and innovative short stories written by talented new writers. This anthology contains the winning entries of CompletelyNovel's launch competition, asking for stories inspired by the phrase 'And now for something completely different.'
Mystery of the Sea Light by Igo I.P. Mystery of the Sea Light by Igo I.P. March 20, 2009 4642 words Read a sample
A strange light confuses ships in stormy nights...
Sapphire of the Fairies (Sword of Heavens #1) by Richard S. Tuttle Sapphire of the Fairies (Sword of Heavens #1) by Richard S. Tuttle March 22, 2009 122327 words Read a sample
The sky is dark. Neither the sun nor the moon have been seen in decades. The land is fruitless, and the seas are barren. In a land of darkness and despair, there is one shining light, an ancient prophecy that foretells of the coming king and his companion, the vanquisher of evil. Explore a vast continent where elves, dwarves, unicorns, fairies, demons, dragons, and man all exist.
Mount Good Take by LK Hunsaker Mount Good Take by LK Hunsaker March 22, 2009 3147 words Read a sample
Derek fills a void in his own life by leading locals on weekend treks up a small mountain. This time, a young climber touches that void in a way he couldn't have imagined, or wanted. First published in Wanderings Magazine, Spring 2007. A short story.
Young Lord of Khadora (Forgotten Legacy #1) by Richard S. Tuttle Young Lord of Khadora (Forgotten Legacy #1) by Richard S. Tuttle March 23, 2009 125096 words Read a sample
A skilled warrior gets entangled in a corrupt political world, his cunning strategies pitted against thousands who seek his death. Marak challenges the clans of Khadora and an ancient, mysterious race, in a struggle that will change the fate of the world. Young Lord of Khadora is a tale of magic, military cunning, and political intrigue in a land where honor is everything yet deceit is everywhere.
A Faerie Fated Forever by Mary Anne Graham A Faerie Fated Forever by Mary Anne Graham March 29, 2009 103326 words Read a sample
A faerie curse means a perfect love awaits Laird Nial Maclee. He must find her and avoid schemes of females lured by the legend. Failure condemns him to craving the love he can’t have or forget. He should wed Heather the Hag who can't possibly be his fated forever. Before his solution sends her to London, Nial should have recalled that faeries can make the impossible the inevitable.
The Unsuspecting Mage: The Morcyth Saga Book One by Brian S. Pratt The Unsuspecting Mage: The Morcyth Saga Book One by Brian S. Pratt March 30, 2009 145821 words Read a sample
James, a high school senior, went looking for a job. But instead, embarks upon an adventure of a lifetime. Whisked unexpectedly to a world where magic works, he must learn to master its power, all the while searching for the meaning behind why he was brought there and what he must do.
Chapters Of A Dead Poet by Jason Chapters Of A Dead Poet by Jason April 02, 2009 14010 words Read a sample
a book of poetry and short stories. Many subjects and styles written.
Excerpts From Role Playing Endeavours by Matt Hayward Excerpts From Role Playing Endeavours by Matt Hayward April 04, 2009 24523 words Read a sample
Excerpts From Role Playing Endeavours is an anthology of short scenes and stories from various online, text-based role playing games. Chronicling the author's progression and improvement from the hobby. With some fantastically detailed and characterised pieces, each character and situation is brought to life in a stunning fashion.
You Better Run by Susan Rollins You Better Run by Susan Rollins April 08, 2009 2651 words Read a sample
Stormbrook is home to more than its fair share of paranormal activity and in this, the first story in the Stormbrook series, we get a taste (pun intended) of what can happen when what should be a fun, if not slightly risky, Friday night, goes horribly wrong in this charming Ontario town.
Exhale of Death by Susan Rollins Exhale of Death by Susan Rollins April 08, 2009 2023 words Read a sample
Murder, justice... semantics.
Jacob's Cross by LK Hunsaker Jacob's Cross by LK Hunsaker April 10, 2009 2322 words Read a sample
Alicia goes fishing in the dark of night to wrestle with her grief and to try to understand the nature of loss and sacrifice.