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Quinton's Reading Rainbow by Philip Wooldridge Quinton's Reading Rainbow by Philip Wooldridge Jan. 01, 2011 $0.99 3188 words Sample 50%
Quinton returns in this second short story, and finds that he's having difficulty in school. With the help of his loving Grandfather Briscoe, and the patience of his school teacher, Quinton finds new ways to learn as he discovers he has dyslexia. Read as Quinton's mind, body, and soul take flight in this adorable short story.
Koki's Garden by Ralph Lante Koki's Garden by Ralph Lante Jan. 01, 2011 Free! 509 words Read a sample
Childrens story about small Koala. I created this book (and other similar stories) about 20 years ago. This is a digital version of my manuscript that was never published. If I get some positive feedback I will scan and publish the others.
Jumping Thoughts by Angelia Almos Jumping Thoughts by Angelia Almos Jan. 01, 2011 $0.99 1254 words Sample 20%
A short-short story. Ever wonder what goes through the mind of a junior equestrian while in a show jumping competition? Join Cassie and Classy Lady to find out.
Valley of the Moon by Paula O'Neil Valley of the Moon by Paula O'Neil Jan. 01, 2011 $2.99 27976 words Sample 10%
Mourning their mother’s death, Spence, 15, and Cody, 8, are sent to their grandparent’s Colorado ranch for the summer while their dad seeks another job. Spence struggles to discover where he belongs, to find his roots. He uncovers a shocking family secret that involves his dad, and he is ultimately thrust into a dangerous confrontation with an evil force that threatens to wipe out Fawn Valley.
Winning Sarah's Heart by H.T. Night Winning Sarah's Heart by H.T. Night Dec. 31, 2010 $2.99 51956 words Sample 20%
Cody has made it. He’s finally in the sixth grade and king of the world. Or, at least, king of his school. Cody has a lot going for him but has only one thing on his mind–-winning the heart of the new girl in school, Sarah Davis.
Vampire Lodge by Edward Lee Vampire Lodge by Edward Lee Dec. 31, 2010 $3.99 34691 words Sample 20%
When Kevin and his family visit his Aunt Carolyn, unusual things begin to happen. His aunt is just creepy. When he learns more about his aunt and her gloomy mansion in the woods, Kevin is finally left with no choice but to admit the truth: Vampires do exist, and his Aunt isn’t the only bloodsucker in the house! Join Kevin and creepy Aunt as the secret in the basement is finally revealed.
Beach Potato by Sarah Riley Beach Potato by Sarah Riley Dec. 29, 2010 $2.99 57102 words Sample 15%
Jess knew that leaving the city was the right thing to do and it would give her a chance to escape the bullying without having to fight it, but she had no idea just how different life in Titterstone would be. Her new home would not only give her new hope, but it would also give her close encounters with pirates, ghosts, surfing big waves and beach adventures. A feel good read for the whole family.
Bogwert Book One: The Chocolate Wars by Gary Chason Bogwert Book One: The Chocolate Wars by Gary Chason Dec. 28, 2010 $2.99 17538 words Sample 20%
Bogwert enlists his friend from The Real World, Dexter to prevent malevolent forces in the Alternate Universe from stealing all the chocolate. Without chocolate, the Real World will collapse into utter chaos. Dexter overcomes extraordinary obstacles and difficulties to set the bad guys straight and recover all the chocolate. He saves The Real World from catastrophe, and nobody even knows it.
Ghost of the Fox by Felix Mayerhofer Ghost of the Fox by Felix Mayerhofer Dec. 28, 2010 $3.99 4272 words Sample 20%
(Age Level – 8-11) – What an exciting way to be introduced to George Washington. This story is about the great victory attained by the brave men of the American Continental Army at the “Battle of Trenton.” The first part is historical nonfiction, continuing into the second half of the story in fiction-occurring more than 200 years later. This This is a must read for children of all ages.
Goal Fever by Joseph Kehoe Goal Fever by Joseph Kehoe Dec. 28, 2010 $1.99 15095 words Sample 10%
A player who won't let his dream die. A mysterious old man with a heartbreaking secret. And soccer, the game they love. Soccer the way it should be played and lived--with blood, sweat, and tears. A book Ray Hudson would appreciate.
Relatively Normal (The Kaitlyn Chronicles #2) by Elaine Babich Relatively Normal (The Kaitlyn Chronicles #2) by Elaine Babich Dec. 27, 2010 $2.99 28582 words Sample 20%
Kaitlyn Simons is not like other girls. She has a secret. A heartbreaking secret. And now it’s all she can do to just get through the day, acting and behaving just like a normal girl. It’s been a year and a half since Kaitlyn was first hospitalized for a life-threatening eating disorder. And just when she thinks her life is back on track, she’s thrown for another loop. A devastating loop.
You Never Called Me Princess (The Kaitlyn Chronicles #1) by Elaine Babich You Never Called Me Princess (The Kaitlyn Chronicles #1) by Elaine Babich Dec. 27, 2010 $2.99 57141 words Sample 20%
Kaitlyn Simons has had enough of her father calling her “Chubs.” To stop the name calling, she decides to go on a crash diet. A very strict and unhealthy diet. A diet that works all too well. But when Kaitlyn's weight loss reaches a critical phase, as her family rallies around her, Kaitlyn will discover that there's more to life than being popular and thin. "A winner!" --Aiden James, author
Scary Night Music by Cornell DeVille Scary Night Music by Cornell DeVille Dec. 27, 2010 $2.99 6630 words Sample 20%
Samantha Brooke may be only nine years old, but she's the best detective in the neighborhood. When her friend, Lilly, stops by and tells her about the scary sounds coming from her basement at night, Samantha takes the case. It's a spooky, stormy night at Lilly's house, and Samantha learns that detectives have to do more than find clues. They have to find courage, too.
Not a Sound. Not a Peep by Ey Wade Not a Sound. Not a Peep by Ey Wade Dec. 27, 2010 $2.99 846 words Sample 40%
Poor Mhia can't sleep at night. And neither can the rest of her family. From the series In My Sister's World featuring three African-American sisters a they explore life and the world around them; Not a Sound, Not a Peep shows how the family in prose and illustrations handles the nightmares of Mhia, the youngest child in the family.
Between the Two of Them by Ey Wade Between the Two of Them by Ey Wade Dec. 27, 2010 $2.99 936 words Sample 40%
Between the Two of Them, with colorful pictures and delightful prose, explores the advantages and disadvantages of being the middle child and shows how Gillean discovers she has a special uniqueness in the family. Part of a picture book series titled In My Sister's World featuring 3 African-American little girls exploring the world around them.
Who Will Hug the Sun by Ey Wade Who Will Hug the Sun by Ey Wade Dec. 27, 2010 $2.99 1181 words Sample 40%
Mhia is so upset about not being able to hug the sun her mom tells her the story of the antics the sun goes through to get a hug and she learns a little science in the end. Who Will Hug the Sun is the second book in the series of picture books titled IN MY SISTER’S WORLD The series features young African-American sisters and their view of the world around them.
Mookie's Big Girl Pants by Karissa Kinsinger Mookie's Big Girl Pants by Karissa Kinsinger Dec. 26, 2010 $3.99 382 words Sample 5%
This is a story about a little girl named Mookie and her adventure as she begins to use the big girl potty.
A Sprinkling of Thought Dust by Steven & Margaret Larson A Sprinkling of Thought Dust by Steven & Margaret Larson Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 59755 words Sample 50%
Electrum was looking forward to a quiet retirement. Then the prince fell in love with a common merchant girl from another realm. The captain of the guard wanted to stop all commerce, and the Silver Gate to the Tween World was showing signs of wear. Electrum found himself in the middle of the conflicts, and might face being exiled. This wasn’t the way he had pictured his last year of employment.
What all Little Birdies Dream at Night by Kevin Luttery What all Little Birdies Dream at Night by Kevin Luttery Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 752 words Sample 5%
One day while filling the feeders with seeds, Robyn spots an injured bird sitting on the ground. But she's not the only one who spots him. So too does a hungry cat. A race ensues as they both try to reach the bird first. Luckily, Robyn is faster than the cat and rescues her new friend. Later that night, having fixed the bird a soft, cozy nest, Robyn wonders if birds have dreams.
The Little Witch's Hat by Jodi Stone The Little Witch's Hat by Jodi Stone Dec. 26, 2010 $3.99 1115 words Sample 5%
Alexis might look like an ordinary girl. She enjoys playing with her sisters and dolls. But what appears on the outside might not always be the case. In the house where Alexis lives with her family, the little girl holds a secret hidden among years of magic and potions. Alexis is a witch and is about to embark upon a journey where she learns it's okay to show who you are inside and out.
Princess No-Shoes by Amber Entzminger Princess No-Shoes by Amber Entzminger Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 591 words Sample 5%
When Princess-No-Shoes, decide she doesn't like any of the shoes in her closet her royal subjects mom and dad come up with a plan. There plan is to find the perfect shoes. After going to the store and looking everywhere, they find magical shoes. These shoes are so magical they can be worn in the bathtub. Will Princess-No-Shoes believe in the magic, or will she remain Princess-No-Shoes forever?
Melaysia's Alphabet Book by E.D. Hall Melaysia's Alphabet Book by E.D. Hall Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 587 words Sample 5%
Melaysia, enjoys reading her Alphabet Book, from A-Z, with words that she likes. The story is in rhyme, making it simple for all to read.
Melaysia's Counting Book by E.D. Hall Melaysia's Counting Book by E.D. Hall Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 389 words Sample 5%
Author and poet, Evelyn D. Hall has written a story about her granddaughter, Melaysia, who has a love for counting. Melaysia, enjoys using the things and people who are close to her heart, when she counts. The author uses her love for poetry in this book. It is a must read for children, as well as, grandparents.
Clean Clothes for Bobby Bear by Sara Dean Clean Clothes for Bobby Bear by Sara Dean Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 1840 words Sample 5%
Two young bears wander off in the woods to play, but while they are out, they are supposed to keep their clothes clean. (It's their mom's only rule.) The younger of the two, Bobby, just can't seem to follow that rule though, and his older sister Becky is worried they will be in trouble. So, the two set off to find a place for Bobby to clean up. It just so happens that a young boy lives near.
Royal Ferdinand by Don Ford Royal Ferdinand by Don Ford Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 1133 words Sample 5%
Friends come in all sizes, colors, and species. Children and those young at heart will enjoy this display of simple fun as we look into the lives of two very different characters, who we find in the end are not so different. This tale is really for the kid in all of us. A fun loving, carefree, and learning experience for children today.
Princess Sheeba by M.J. Croan Princess Sheeba by M.J. Croan Dec. 26, 2010 $3.99 22304 words Sample 5%
Born on an abandoned cattle station in the Australian outback, Sheeba, after surviving an opportunistic attack by a family of wild boar, is rescued from marauding buckaroos by Kaz The Wise One, a rather eccentric but well meaning kookaburra. Unable to care for the estranged dingo pup, Kaz with Sheeba dangling precariously from his beak takes her home to the more forgiving climate.
Santa's Help-purrs by Robyn Hucik Santa's Help-purrs by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 442 words Sample 5%
Move over elves! Meet Santa's new helpers: Mittens, Fuzzball, Ruby, Claude, and Harry The Runt. Santa's Help-purrs is a charming xmas story about a litter of kittens who end up becoming the best helpers Santa's ever had!
Romance in the Tropics by Robyn Hucik Romance in the Tropics by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 470 words Sample 5%
Meet a tropical fish by the name of Trepster Pagoon. He has it all in life, except love. Will he find true love? Or will he be alone on his lagoon forever....
Banyan Bear and the Legend of the Green Velvet Hat by Robyn Hucik Banyan Bear and the Legend of the Green Velvet Hat by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 920 words Sample 5%
Meet Banyan Bear. He has one dream in life and that is to be a storyteller when he grows up. But first he must learn the source of his own magic.
Hermit the Crab by Robyn Hucik Hermit the Crab by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 827 words Sample 5%
Hermit the Crab lives a life of quiet solitude! A little too quiet, though! We all need other people in our lives and Hermit has to learn this lesson the hard way...He has to be kidnapped to his own birthday party to see that others care about him.
The Boogie Man by Robyn Hucik The Boogie Man by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 796 words Sample 5%
"The Boogie Man" is about a dancing fool who teaches the town the power of Laughter!
Randy Raccoon by Robyn Hucik Randy Raccoon by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 968 words Sample 5%
Meet Randy Raccoon. He's a raccoon who's a dreamer and chases the moon in seach of his destiny. Along the way he finds friendship and learns some valuable lessons!
The Three Mice by Karen Lewis The Three Mice by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 567 words Sample 5%
The three mice were nice and cosy in their teapot home under the stairs. But one day all that changes and they find themselves on the way to the rubbish dump. Will they be saved in time?
The Masked Ball by Karen Lewis The Masked Ball by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 715 words Sample 5%
Rebecca the Raccoon is the winner for the best costume at the masked ball. But then something awful happens and she may be disqualified. Find out what it is.
Sunflowers for Christmas by Karen Lewis Sunflowers for Christmas by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 764 words Sample 5%
Sunflowers for Christmas? Who would want such a thing? How would you get them when it snows every year? Find out if Santa will bring Ben what he keeps asking for.
Spots by Karen Lewis Spots by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 746 words Sample 20%
Poppy is a dog that loves spots. Can she take her love too far?
Phoebe Fox by Karen Lewis Phoebe Fox by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 901 words Sample 5%
Nobody could pronounce Phoebe’s name. Nobody could spell it correctly either. Phoebe didn’t know what to do. Then her friend Bart the Badger came up with an idea.
Mandy the Lonely Dog by Karen Lewis Mandy the Lonely Dog by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 747 words Sample 5%
When the old school closed down, it left Mandy feeling lonely. She missed the children. Will there never be people around her again?
Queeny goes to a Tea Party by Karen Lewis Queeny goes to a Tea Party by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 740 words Sample 5%
Everything goes wrong on the way to the tea party. Will Queeny ever get there, or will she miss it?
Jacko the Giraffe by Karen Lewis Jacko the Giraffe by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 687 words Sample 5%
Meet Jacko. He's a giraffe that just seems to keep growing. He's growing so tall, he can't fit in the school. What will happen to Jacko? Will he find something to do?
Tina the Tiny Cat by Karen Lewis Tina the Tiny Cat by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 675 words Sample 5%
Tina is a tiny cat who doesn't like to get wet. One day she is needing to go to town but can't get accross the water. Several of her friends help her, will anyone succeed and get her to the other side without her getting wet?
The One-Legged Race by Karen Lewis The One-Legged Race by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 589 words Sample 5%
Phoebe the Fox is very excited. She has been waiting for the fair to come to town so she can compete in her favorite event-the race. When she gets there she finds out it has been changed this year. Now it's going to be a sack race!! Now what will she do?
The Monster at my Window by Karen Lewis The Monster at my Window by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 1238 words Sample 5%
Bang...bang...bang...bang...What was that? Something keeps banging on Ryan's window and waking him up. What can it be? A monster? Ryan is scared and tries several different ideas to catch the monster. Will he find out what it is?
Salty the Seagull by Karen Lewis Salty the Seagull by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 680 words Sample 5%
Meet Salty. He's a seagull that is bigger than the rest. He likes to find treasure around the beach. Because of his size and habit, the others tease him a lot. One day he finds the greatest treasure of all. Will he be treated differently now?
Morag and the Rainbow by Karen Lewis Morag and the Rainbow by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 638 words Sample 5%
Morag KNOWS she can catch a rainbow. She just has to keep on trying. Her friend Anna is tired of Morag always running off to look for rainbows. Will Anna help Morag find one?
Pip the Pigeon by Karen Lewis Pip the Pigeon by Karen Lewis Dec. 26, 2010 $0.99 788 words Sample 5%
Pip is a small pigeon. He's smaller in size than the rest of his family. He takes longer to learn to fly than the rest. He eventually learns to fly and starts taking trips further from the nest. Once he ventures out, will he be offered the chance of a lifetime?
Around the World You Wander by Solstice Publishing Around the World You Wander by Solstice Publishing Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 970 words Sample 5%
If you wanted to say hello to everybody in the world, how many people would that be? And how many languages would you have to learn? You would have to learn at least 2,796 languages and say hello to 5,720,000,000 people! In this rhyming story- readers are invited to travel the world and say hello to many new friends in many new languages.
Dandy Lions by Robyn Hucik Dandy Lions by Robyn Hucik Dec. 26, 2010 $1.99 677 words Sample 5%
Introducing the Dandy Lions! Two lions who find the true meaning of love and happiness! "We all can feel Dandy And I'm not Lion If you're not happy yet Well, you've got to keep trying!"
A Bad School Day by E.D. Hall A Bad School Day by E.D. Hall Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 638 words Sample 5%
E.D. Hall's "A Bad School Day" tells the story about a school boy who learns a valuable lesson about, playing verses taking care of, "business." This bad day turns into something quite different at the end.
Gilly and Fred by Solstice Publishing Gilly and Fred by Solstice Publishing Dec. 26, 2010 $2.99 417 words Sample 5%
What happens when two natural enemies, a frog and a crocodile, form a friendship? Find out how Gilly and Fred make things work for them.