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Aladdin and the Flying Dutchman by J.R. Rain Aladdin and the Flying Dutchman by J.R. Rain May 21, 2012 $2.99 42310 words Sample 20%
When Aladdin is summoned to save the magical Sirens from a ruthless and mysterious enemy, he soon discovers that the Key to Hades has been stolen from the sea nymphs' lair. Now the King of Agrabagh must venture deep into the heart of the Dark Continent in search of the legendary entrance to the Underworld. At stake is not only Aladdin's immortal soul but the lives of everyone he loves.
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I live in a small house on a small island with my dog, Sadie, who has more energy than Robin Williams. I will be publishing a slew of my novels over the next few years, so stop by often and check out what's new.
All in a Day's Dance by L.R. Lane All in a Day's Dance by L.R. Lane May 21, 2012 $4.99 27607 words Sample 20%
All in a Day's Dance is a story for downloading free music into. It is about a talented woman with a desire to move forward in life. One day when she wakes up; the curtain rises as though she is on a stage where every step she takes is all in a day's dance. She is transparent. Someone is downloading music into her and she must find out where it is coming from. (Hear it at Broadjam.com/twsuite
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L.R. Lane started classical piano lessons when he was four years old, and his attraction to the telling of a good story also began then. His value of the written word and musical composition to create images has been consistent throughout his life. In his youth he became involved in the commercial world of stage performance, and eventually established collaboration with his professionally classically trained dancer/wife Carol. Together they built characters out of music and choreography for a new age libretto for stage performance. Eventually they transformed the story into a published ebook titled, "All in a Day's Dance" ©2010 Lane and Lane for downloading songs into, which centers around the main character's inner conflict to achieve an ultimate goal. The respective chapter music tracks from "The T.W. Suite"©2006 Lane coincide and propel the emotions of the main character ,Truchia and can be heard for free at http://www.broadjam.com/twsuite
Earth On the Edge Of Forever by Austin Torney Earth On the Edge Of Forever by Austin Torney May 21, 2012 $1.99 42332 words Sample 15%
This is the sequel to 'Butterflies At the Edge Of Forever. They go on to more ultimate adventures, many of which reflect the state of the world today, and its possible futures, involving terrorism, global warming, and nuclear happenings. The story is a smooth mix of wisdom, meaning, adventure, drama, humor, intelligence operations, and vision, wrapped into an astounding and astonishing tale.
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Austin began writing for real around the age of forty, a respite from working as an Information Engineer in the field of Computer Science, doing programming, an art, as it turned out. He calls himself a humanist, and is one who enjoys the liberal arts, utilizing science, for it pervades every discipline. He is currently retired and lives in the mountains of Poughquag, NY, near the Appalachian Trail. He enjoys tennis, writing, fun, humor, thinking, sleeping, poetry, music, dining, travel, romance, reading, swimming, and life.
National Security Dad by Antony Davies National Security Dad by Antony Davies May 21, 2012 $3.99 23608 words Sample 20%
A Movie Length Taleâ„¢ from Aisle Seat Books. When a highly-dedicated CIA operative returns to suburbia to raise his two daughters, an old enemy and a small army of fanatics follows him, forcing him to fight for his family while protecting the new life he is trying to build.
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Antony Davies was inspired to write in his early teens by the novels of Stephen King and films ranging from Jaws and Star Wars, to the John Hughes back-catalogue, and - in his later teens - the likes of Lethal Weapon and Die Hard. "These are all films I still hark back to when I need inspiration," he says, "although people like Duncan Jones, Christopher Nolan and Joss Whedon are modern filmmakers who have given me a lot of inspiration lately." Antony's first successes came with short fiction, placing in many competitions and publishing a number of stories online and in print. After a few years of promotions in a largely unfulfilling job, Antony went part time and completed a degree in creative writing, where he says he "Discovered that screenwriting was where my heart really lay." Since then, Antony has gone on to many contest placings, including the Nichol's second round, the top 5% of the UK's most prestigious TV scriptwriting contest, and to the semifinals and finals of Amazon Studios with no fewer than four screenplays. He says, "I feel I am so close to seeing my work produced, and Aisle Seat Books may well give me the push I need." Antony lives in Staffordshire in the United Kingdom with his wife and two children, and currently works for the BBC.
Hangman by KD Nielson Hangman by KD Nielson May 21, 2012 $1.00 1997 words Sample 20%
Hang up the phone; hang up your hat; it’s HANGMAN as you have never seen it played before. A Short Story by KD Nielson
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Hi all, this is K.D. Nielson, I would like to tell you all about my books. I have been writing and telling stories now for close to 30 years. Unfortunately I have not been able to get my work published by conventional means so I have put all my books on Amazon through Kindel. For those of you without a Kindle you can view the books on a Kindle reader for pc. I am a 50 year old American now living in New Zealand since I immigrated in 1985. I originally came here in 1979 with the US Navy as part of Operation Deep Freeze. I spent seven years in the navy and did seven deployments to Antarctica. I have drawn on my navy time and experiences on the ice for some of my stories. Since the earthquakes here in Christchurch I have been unable to find a job with all the thousands of people made unemployed when the hundreds of buildings in our city were destroyed. During this time I have been able to spend much more time on my greatest love, telling stories. I have drawn on my experiences from the months of frightening earthquakes, and used it as material for an authentic storyline in one of my books. Currently, I have not been able to find a publisher, but I have a wealth of intrigue, love, betrayal, war and heroic deeds just waiting for an avid reader. I have finished several stories in one series and others in the world I have created. All these are just waiting to be sent to an interested publisher. I am married to a lovely English woman, a schoolteacher and we have three sons. My wife has donated hours of her valuable time helping me with editing and reading manuscripts, and being very patient. I have also been working with a like-minded friend who is a fantasy fan and a very good writer in her own right. She has been helping me with extensive editing and rewriting. She is also a renowned artist and in another project connected to my books, she is working on sketches of the characters and creatures of my world.
Ricky Wills It: A Rock Opera in the Key of Johhny Cougar by Eric Robert Morse Ricky Wills It: A Rock Opera in the Key of Johhny Cougar by Eric Robert Morse May 21, 2012 $3.49 51277 words Sample 20%
Speedway, Indiana native Ricky Wills is a hotshot racecar driver with chip on his shoulder. As one of the brightest rising stars in the racing world, Ricky competes for a chance to race in the legendary Indianapolis 500, and struggles to maintain his small-town identity as he is swept up by industry fame and the charms of big-city celebrities.
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The Argentine Job by Michael Penhallow The Argentine Job by Michael Penhallow May 21, 2012 $3.99 30026 words Sample 20%
A Movie Length Tale ™ from Aisle Seat Books. When a former Delta Force soldier reluctantly agrees to take on one last job for the CIA, he should have known that stealing from al Qaeda wouldn’t be easy.
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In the Enemy's Service by Annie Douglass Lima In the Enemy's Service by Annie Douglass Lima May 21, 2012 $2.99 111743 words Sample 15%
Enslaved when invaders take over Alasia, ten-year-old Anya discovers ways to spy on the enemy and slip information to the resistance. But then Anya uncovers a disturbing reference to her own family and is confronted by a stranger who seems to know her secrets. Holding her life in his hands, he claims to have proof that her father was involved in the betrayal that led to the Invasion itself.
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I spent most of my childhood in Kenya and later graduated from Biola University in Southern California. My husband Floyd and I currently live in Taiwan, where I teach 5th grade at Morrison Academy. I've been writing poetry, short stories, and novels since my childhood, and to date have published three books. Besides writing, my hobbies include reading (especially fantasy and science fiction), scrapbooking, and international travel
Light & Dark: The Awakening of the Mageknight by Daniel Fife Light & Dark: The Awakening of the Mageknight by Daniel Fife May 20, 2012 $2.99 124367 words Sample 30%
Danny Firoth is an average thirteen-year-old who finds himself at the beginning of his eighth-grade year, struggling with some of the more common concerns that plague a boy of his age: bullies, homework, and his mother. Sabrina Drake is the new girl. She is beautiful and spellbinding, but carries a fantastic secret. Together, they begin an epic journey to become Knights of the Light.
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I began writing Light & Dark during my years as a graduate student at Ball State University under the major of Counseling Psychology. What began as a simple hobby quickly turned into something more as I found a passion for writing. While carrying the schedule of a full-time student as well as working a part-time job, I devoted myself to write at least one page a day. After graduating, I received the opportunity to begin practicing psychology as a counselor at a local private practice. My devotion to my writing did not waver. Working a full time schedule and maintaining a full complement of clients, I maintained my dedication. A year or so later, I completed the rough draft of Light & Dark and began the editing process, and a process it was. Writing this novel has proven to be a dramatic learning experience, and I am sure that I still have much more to learn. I look forward to this opportunity as I continue to grow as a writer and inspire, you the reader, to join me on this journey.
Luther's Courage by Aundry Brandon Luther's Courage by Aundry Brandon May 20, 2012 $2.99 88988 words Sample 30%
What happens when seven people and a dog are abducted by space aliens from a music festival? They end up saving the galaxy, of course!
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Aundry Brandon is an artist and photographer who lives in Pacifica, Ca, a small town on the coast just South of San Francisco. He started writing poetry and plays in 1999 and has performed in many theatrical and spoken word events since then. Luther's Courage is his first novel and it came about quite unexpectedly. In March 2011 he was facing bleak job prospects so he asked the Universe for a new carrier. Less than a week later he started writing the book. Aundry had never thought about writing a novel before and he discovered that writing is his passion. He found that writing is a creative release that he had never experienced with the visual arts and he's looking forward to writing many more books.
Bot by Eponymous Rox Bot by Eponymous Rox May 20, 2012 $3.99 58252 words Sample 15%
It’s the year 2062, post apocalypse, and you can’t tell the good guys from the bad anymore. Hint: the bad guys are the ones shooting at you. And all the rest is just bullshit. [an Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award 2012 qualifier and a HarperCollins-UK 2011 gold medalist]
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writer, investigative journalist
Young Roy by Waran Payce Young Roy by Waran Payce May 20, 2012 $3.00 7812 words Sample 20%
Three stories from the early years of Roy Harper, before he became a well known traveler and philosopher. Outlaw Trail covers his time in Texas as a child, Hoosier Dreams his adolescence in Indiana and The Gangster's Apprentice chronicles Roy's coming of age. These were the formative experiences that shaped his worldview and made him what he was to be.
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Waran Payce has been writing all his life; everything from grant proposals, which are a mixture of fiction and non-fiction, to course curriculum, to song lyrics, to short stories. He is old enough to have had a draft lottery number (he chose not to go), and young enough to remember what it was in seventy-two, (fourteen). An avid reader since he learned how, he was inspired at an early age by Kerouac’s classic “On the Road”, and chose to emulate Dean Moriarity’s madness. The following forty-some years have been an unending parade of new locations, new job titles and new wives. In the early eighties he sold all his belongings and moved to Belize, where he pursued a Gilligan life-style with the intention of staying forever. The attorney general had other ideas, so he returned to California. He ran unsuccessfully for President against Ronald Reagan while living in Texas, and taught at a tech school in Tennessee. He currently lives in a canyon outside Stone City, CO.
Einzelgänger blues by Chris Hantzen Einzelgänger blues by Chris Hantzen May 20, 2012 $0.99 6433 words Sample 20%
Een jonge man droomt ervan om ergens ver weg, helemaal alleen te leven. Dan erft hij van zijn vader een machine waarmee hij naar andere Aardes kan reizen.
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Chris Hantzen (pseudoniem) is een Nederlandse schrijver die zich vooral richt op de Fantastische genres: Fantasy, Science Fiction en Horror. Hij woont in het noorden des lands met zijn vrouw, waar hij een voor een kleine zwerm kinderen en huisdieren zorgt. Naast het zelfs schrijven probeert hij ook andere schrijvers te helpen in het Woordenwoud. Schrijf je zelf ook? Neem dan eens een kijkje op www.woordenwoud.nl Chris Hantzen (pseudonym) is a Dutch writer who mostly concentrates his efforts on the fantastic genres of Fantasy, Science Fiction and Horror. Het lives in the north of the Netherlands with his wife, where he takes care of a small swarm of children and pets. Besides writing for himself he also tries to help others with their writing in Woordenwoud. Are you a writer yourself? Then feel free to take a look at www.woordenwoud.nl
A Tiger's Leap by A Tiger's Leap by TWCaartist May 20, 2012 Free! 24911 words Read a sample
Welcome to the first edition of an ongoing anthology of AARs. Here you will read a series of tales set in the ancient world, the age of the Crusades, and feudal Japan, all written by masters of the AAR genre.
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A Long Week by Bruce Watson A Long Week by Bruce Watson May 20, 2012 $3.95 18835 words Sample 20%
A romantic action adventure in the wilds of the Western Australian outback.
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The Inn by Lakshmi The Inn by Lakshmi May 20, 2012 Free! 4279 words Read a sample
Thirteen year old Jason finds himself trapped in an inn that turns out to be nastier than it looks. Fallen under the crutches of the evil Boogeyman and his pet, the gargoyle, Jason is thrown into various alternate dimensions. Will he escape this ordeal or get captivated in a portal that has no return along with these hideous creatures?
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The hungry lion and the donkey by Tales By Roohi The hungry lion and the donkey by Tales By Roohi May 19, 2012 Free! 1201 words Read a sample
Free eBook narrating the short Sotho story of the hungry lion and the donkey.
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A long, long time ago; legends and folk tales were used by people as a way of captivating the imagination of children and adults alike. Elders would use stories in order to impart the ways of the community, wisdom and morals to the rest and thereby also fostering a strong community spirit. I have always been fascinated by mythology and being born in Kenya, the connection to Africa has also been strong. Africa is a melting pot of thousands of different communities with their own specific cultures, traditions and stories! However most of these stories were never written and over time communities have started to lose their stories. I came to Cape Town, South Africa on a corporate secondment and the existence of so many different tribes just within South Africa intrigued me. I realised that a lot of the culture and traditions that used to be in existence several years ago, had gradually diminished over time. This project was borne as a result; with the aim of preserving the stories, legends and folk tales of some of the South African cultures through children. It is hoped that these books will help the youth of South Africa to re-connect with their cultures as well as to raise awareness and tolerance of others. Through sales of this book, I hope to raise funding in order to donate printed books to needy children in less privileged schools. Some of these stories have been collected through interacting with the local communities and others through research. Due to the lack of historic documented records as well as evolution and adaptation of some of the stories over time; it is difficult to guarantee the originality and uniqueness of the stories. The stories gathered have been further adapted to make them more captivating for today’s children.
The Inkalimeva and the hare by Tales By Roohi The Inkalimeva and the hare by Tales By Roohi May 19, 2012 $0.99 2909 words Sample 20%
The Inkalimeva is a mythical and fabulous creature according to Xhosa mythology. Read about the time when there was a severe drought and the Inkalimeva tried to sneak the food of the other animals!
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A long, long time ago; legends and folk tales were used by people as a way of captivating the imagination of children and adults alike. Elders would use stories in order to impart the ways of the community, wisdom and morals to the rest and thereby also fostering a strong community spirit. I have always been fascinated by mythology and being born in Kenya, the connection to Africa has also been strong. Africa is a melting pot of thousands of different communities with their own specific cultures, traditions and stories! However most of these stories were never written and over time communities have started to lose their stories. I came to Cape Town, South Africa on a corporate secondment and the existence of so many different tribes just within South Africa intrigued me. I realised that a lot of the culture and traditions that used to be in existence several years ago, had gradually diminished over time. This project was borne as a result; with the aim of preserving the stories, legends and folk tales of some of the South African cultures through children. It is hoped that these books will help the youth of South Africa to re-connect with their cultures as well as to raise awareness and tolerance of others. Through sales of this book, I hope to raise funding in order to donate printed books to needy children in less privileged schools. Some of these stories have been collected through interacting with the local communities and others through research. Due to the lack of historic documented records as well as evolution and adaptation of some of the stories over time; it is difficult to guarantee the originality and uniqueness of the stories. The stories gathered have been further adapted to make them more captivating for today’s children.
The Jackal and the Sun Child by Tales By Roohi The Jackal and the Sun Child by Tales By Roohi May 19, 2012 $0.99 1886 words Sample 20%
Read about the curious encounter of the jackal and the sun child and learn why the jackal has a black mark on his back. Adapted from stories by the Nama.
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A long, long time ago; legends and folk tales were used by people as a way of captivating the imagination of children and adults alike. Elders would use stories in order to impart the ways of the community, wisdom and morals to the rest and thereby also fostering a strong community spirit. I have always been fascinated by mythology and being born in Kenya, the connection to Africa has also been strong. Africa is a melting pot of thousands of different communities with their own specific cultures, traditions and stories! However most of these stories were never written and over time communities have started to lose their stories. I came to Cape Town, South Africa on a corporate secondment and the existence of so many different tribes just within South Africa intrigued me. I realised that a lot of the culture and traditions that used to be in existence several years ago, had gradually diminished over time. This project was borne as a result; with the aim of preserving the stories, legends and folk tales of some of the South African cultures through children. It is hoped that these books will help the youth of South Africa to re-connect with their cultures as well as to raise awareness and tolerance of others. Through sales of this book, I hope to raise funding in order to donate printed books to needy children in less privileged schools. Some of these stories have been collected through interacting with the local communities and others through research. Due to the lack of historic documented records as well as evolution and adaptation of some of the stories over time; it is difficult to guarantee the originality and uniqueness of the stories. The stories gathered have been further adapted to make them more captivating for today’s children.
Stone Octopus by Ross Doughty Stone Octopus by Ross Doughty May 19, 2012 $2.99 95070 words Sample 20%
Joe Marlow's compulsive quest of self discovery goes from New Zealand to Spain, the US and back to NZ. Hine Wairau is tragically dislocated in an alien world, shrouded in her Maori past, and resentful of her Pakeha present. She makes her own painful odyssey to France in search of security and happiness. Solomon Castile and his spanish family must face the consequences of his ambition and passion.
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Ross Doughty has a degree in English Literature and has written four books: a biography, The Holyoake Years; two novels, End of the Circle and Stone Octopus; and an anthology of short stories, Urban Guerrillas of a Different Kind. He has also written over 100 articles and short stories for a New Zealand magazine. He lives at the beach resort of Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, overlooking the long surf beach, with views of Motiti and Tuhua Islands, where he has been an avid diver.
Why the warthog shuffles on his knees by Tales By Roohi Why the warthog shuffles on his knees by Tales By Roohi May 19, 2012 $0.99 2503 words Sample 20%
Curious about why the warthog shuffles on his knees? Adapted from stories of the Zulu.
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A long, long time ago; legends and folk tales were used by people as a way of captivating the imagination of children and adults alike. Elders would use stories in order to impart the ways of the community, wisdom and morals to the rest and thereby also fostering a strong community spirit. I have always been fascinated by mythology and being born in Kenya, the connection to Africa has also been strong. Africa is a melting pot of thousands of different communities with their own specific cultures, traditions and stories! However most of these stories were never written and over time communities have started to lose their stories. I came to Cape Town, South Africa on a corporate secondment and the existence of so many different tribes just within South Africa intrigued me. I realised that a lot of the culture and traditions that used to be in existence several years ago, had gradually diminished over time. This project was borne as a result; with the aim of preserving the stories, legends and folk tales of some of the South African cultures through children. It is hoped that these books will help the youth of South Africa to re-connect with their cultures as well as to raise awareness and tolerance of others. Through sales of this book, I hope to raise funding in order to donate printed books to needy children in less privileged schools. Some of these stories have been collected through interacting with the local communities and others through research. Due to the lack of historic documented records as well as evolution and adaptation of some of the stories over time; it is difficult to guarantee the originality and uniqueness of the stories. The stories gathered have been further adapted to make them more captivating for today’s children.
How the ostrich lost his fire by Tales By Roohi How the ostrich lost his fire by Tales By Roohi May 19, 2012 $0.99 1959 words Sample 20%
Curious about why the ostrich can't fly and is covered with black feathers? Read the story on how ostrich lost his fire. Adapted from stories of the San.
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A long, long time ago; legends and folk tales were used by people as a way of captivating the imagination of children and adults alike. Elders would use stories in order to impart the ways of the community, wisdom and morals to the rest and thereby also fostering a strong community spirit. I have always been fascinated by mythology and being born in Kenya, the connection to Africa has also been strong. Africa is a melting pot of thousands of different communities with their own specific cultures, traditions and stories! However most of these stories were never written and over time communities have started to lose their stories. I came to Cape Town, South Africa on a corporate secondment and the existence of so many different tribes just within South Africa intrigued me. I realised that a lot of the culture and traditions that used to be in existence several years ago, had gradually diminished over time. This project was borne as a result; with the aim of preserving the stories, legends and folk tales of some of the South African cultures through children. It is hoped that these books will help the youth of South Africa to re-connect with their cultures as well as to raise awareness and tolerance of others. Through sales of this book, I hope to raise funding in order to donate printed books to needy children in less privileged schools. Some of these stories have been collected through interacting with the local communities and others through research. Due to the lack of historic documented records as well as evolution and adaptation of some of the stories over time; it is difficult to guarantee the originality and uniqueness of the stories. The stories gathered have been further adapted to make them more captivating for today’s children.
How the ostrich lost his fire and other stories by Tales By Roohi How the ostrich lost his fire and other stories by Tales By Roohi May 19, 2012 $4.00 9120 words Sample 10%
Curious about why the warthog shuffles on his knees or how the ostrich lost his fire? Then read on for a collection of short animal stories from the Nama, San, Sotho, Xhosa and Zulu people.
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A long, long time ago; legends and folk tales were used by people as a way of captivating the imagination of children and adults alike. Elders would use stories in order to impart the ways of the community, wisdom and morals to the rest and thereby also fostering a strong community spirit. I have always been fascinated by mythology and being born in Kenya, the connection to Africa has also been strong. Africa is a melting pot of thousands of different communities with their own specific cultures, traditions and stories! However most of these stories were never written and over time communities have started to lose their stories. I came to Cape Town, South Africa on a corporate secondment and the existence of so many different tribes just within South Africa intrigued me. I realised that a lot of the culture and traditions that used to be in existence several years ago, had gradually diminished over time. This project was borne as a result; with the aim of preserving the stories, legends and folk tales of some of the South African cultures through children. It is hoped that these books will help the youth of South Africa to re-connect with their cultures as well as to raise awareness and tolerance of others. Through sales of this book, I hope to raise funding in order to donate printed books to needy children in less privileged schools. Some of these stories have been collected through interacting with the local communities and others through research. Due to the lack of historic documented records as well as evolution and adaptation of some of the stories over time; it is difficult to guarantee the originality and uniqueness of the stories. The stories gathered have been further adapted to make them more captivating for today’s children.
Eastern Fury and Other Tales by Andrew Scorah Eastern Fury and Other Tales by Andrew Scorah May 19, 2012 $2.99 15340 words Sample 20%
A trio of stories featuring a Ninja warrior in the Wild and wooly west of the 1800s.
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Andrew Scorah-1965-, I was born in Doncaster south yorkshire but moved to Swansea in 1999. Andrew has worked in a variety of jobs over the years,mostly in the security industry. He worked as a security supervisor at the Dome leisure centre in Doncaster for many years, after that he became a DJ and karaoke presenter before moving to Swansea with his fiancee Lisa. In wales he worked for a firm specialising in security for various events such as football matches, music concerts, and such prestigious events as the Brit Awards, and door security. Andrew always wanted to be a writer but life got in the way, now an 'old fogie' he has taken up the pen again. He has just had a short story published, Eastern Fury, you can find this in ACTION:Pulse Pounding Tales, a book of some of his poems, A Collection in Time, is also published on Amazon. At the moment he is putting together a collection of short stories involving the character from Eastern Fury and doing research for a gangland novel set in Swansea. I have also published Eastern Fury and Other Tales featuring a trio of adventures featurng my character from the Action novel.
Seven Devils by Matthew Christopher Benner Seven Devils by Matthew Christopher Benner May 19, 2012 $2.99 95227 words Sample 20%
Center City, Philadelphia – There is a plan to commit the largest terrorist attack on American soil. The only man with enough information to stop it has been found dead in his hotel room, both lungs disintegrated… but not before he got a single message out.
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Matthew Benner's from the east coast somewhere. I'm thinkin' Maine but that's prolly cause I'm confusin' him with Stephen King. Pretty sure he lives near a West Chester but google maps showed a helluva lot of West Chesters so that piece of information proved not-helpful. If I had to guess, I'd say... West Chester, Illinois... but I'm basing that on nothing. In fact, Illinois might have been one of the states without a West Chester. He has children, too. Several of them. Matthew Benner, not Stephen King. (Though Stephen King has kids, too. I think. Did you know he got hit by a car a few years back? Poor guy...) And he's a massage therapist. And a bartender. And an avionics technician. He might be a Goddamn superhero at this point.
Raising Ray in an early rain by Rodney Hart Raising Ray in an early rain by Rodney Hart May 18, 2012 $4.95 58488 words Sample 20%
Ray's young life is riddled with trouble because of his abusive father. In his teens, he learns the art of love from his high school sweetheart, but it isn't enough to bring joy to his life becase of his abusive father. Serious troubles begin after Ray tries to stop his father from beating his mother and he shoots him. and quickley runs away, hops a rail boxcar and begins a new life.
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Rodney has been writing for over 30 years with one published novel a few years ago. Many of Rodney's novels are based upon actual experiences, rather then arm chair ideas. His Novels are always devoted to bringing the reader high drama with romance both of the sea and of life and love. Rodney has written over 12 novels, eighteen screenplays, 56 poems and several short stories. Rodney was Educated at a Florida University and graduated with a BA degree in creative writing techniques. Rodney insists that his novels create a feeling that allows the reader to know the characters of his stories and allow them to feel their emotions.
Del Rio Con Amor (Lost DMB Files #14) by David Mark Brown Del Rio Con Amor (Lost DMB Files #14) by David Mark Brown May 18, 2012 $0.99 10859 words Sample 30%
Pancho Villa's latest General isn't like the others. Young, inexperienced and visionary, Chancho Villarreal convinces Villa to cease his famous frontal assaults to embrace guerilla warfare. To prove his strategy sound Chancho must execute the boldest train robbery the world will never discover, unless he fails. But revolution never comes cheap, and Chancho's about to awake to its deadly cost.
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I wrote my first award-winning story in 4th Grade, titled “The human bean.” It wasn’t a play on words. Intending to write a profound piece about the human condition, it turns out I wrote a mutant story about a human/legume crossbreed. (Curse you, phonics!) Now I write from the unique perspective of being born and raised on a cattle ranch in Texas while attending University in Missoula, Montana, thus spawning the world’s most self-proclaimed redneck granola. The years in between haven’t improved my spelling, but they’ve created a hell of a human bean. My first book, Tainted Love: God, Sex and Relationships for the Not-so-pure-at-heart (written from all my soiled experiences) was published in 2002 by InterVarsity Press. After several years of retooling myself as a novelist (by drinking more and making less money) I reemerged in 2009 with the concept for Reeferpunk. My lovely wife and I adopted our first child from Vietnam and recently produced a second boy through more traditional means. When not spinning genius into the aethernet I obsess over home wine making, earthen construction, gardening, social justice, ultimate Frisbee and the promotion of industrial hemp. Pull up a chair at www.thegreenporch.com.
Reefer Ranger (Lost DMB Files #9) by David Mark Brown Reefer Ranger (Lost DMB Files #9) by David Mark Brown May 18, 2012 $0.99 9848 words Sample 30%
"Blood soaked and terse, J.T. McCutchen is an epic anti-hero in the making." A devout man of the law, Ranger McCutchen has vowed to tame the wild borderlands of early twentieth century Texas, but at what cost? Fractured, both physically and emotionally, the once singular man is forced to either reinterpret himself or the world around him.
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I wrote my first award-winning story in 4th Grade, titled “The human bean.” It wasn’t a play on words. Intending to write a profound piece about the human condition, it turns out I wrote a mutant story about a human/legume crossbreed. (Curse you, phonics!) Now I write from the unique perspective of being born and raised on a cattle ranch in Texas while attending University in Missoula, Montana, thus spawning the world’s most self-proclaimed redneck granola. The years in between haven’t improved my spelling, but they’ve created a hell of a human bean. My first book, Tainted Love: God, Sex and Relationships for the Not-so-pure-at-heart (written from all my soiled experiences) was published in 2002 by InterVarsity Press. After several years of retooling myself as a novelist (by drinking more and making less money) I reemerged in 2009 with the concept for Reeferpunk. My lovely wife and I adopted our first child from Vietnam and recently produced a second boy through more traditional means. When not spinning genius into the aethernet I obsess over home wine making, earthen construction, gardening, social justice, ultimate Frisbee and the promotion of industrial hemp. Pull up a chair at www.thegreenporch.com.
Triton: The Call of War by Travis McBee Triton: The Call of War by Travis McBee May 18, 2012 $3.99 52679 words Sample 20%
Since the Ark first crashed onto the new planet, Triton has grown and prospered. The inhabitants have enjoyed peace and an isolated existence. However, things can't stay utopic for long. Another set of inhabitants reveal themselves to Tristan and his village, and their intentions aren't one of peace.
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The Almost Assassin by Laura Pauling The Almost Assassin by Laura Pauling May 18, 2012 Free! 10136 words Read a sample
A teen attempts to follow in the family business but a beautiful "spy" may be his downfall making him The Almost Assassin. A 4K word short story with an excerpt from A Spy Like Me.
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Laura Pauling writes about savvy spies, murder and mystery. She lives the cover of suburban mom/author perfectly, from the minivan to the home-baked snickerdoodles, while hiding her secret missions and covert operations. But shh. Don't tell anyone.
Jill Warrior of the Universe Keeper of The Disk by carl maxwell Jill Warrior of the Universe Keeper of The Disk by carl maxwell May 18, 2012 $3.99 24985 words Sample 15%
Jill is an eleven year old girl who finds a space ship in her back yard. She fights the alien that is in the ship. After she wins she is trained to be a warrior to save the earth.
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Carl is a truck driver the first book he wrote is "My Life As A truck driver the First Two years" Carl Graduated from Institute of children inst. While he was learning to write for children is where the Jill stories came from. Carl still drives and writes books.
Black Gold by arnold beckhardt Black Gold by arnold beckhardt May 17, 2012 $0.99 83751 words Sample 20%
The game is on between who has the oil and who needs the oil. Roy Neely, sixty-five-year-old-widower, ex Air Force Vietnam fighter-bomber pilot, former CIA surveillance trainer,retired FBI psychologist is struggling with living after the sudden death of his wife. He accepts a CIA assignment to oversee the security and protect the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline that ships oil to Europe.
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Arnold R. Beckhardt is a retired IBM engineering executive who specialized in the development of military weapon systems and space programs. He was a pilot in World War Two in China, Burma and India. Since his retirement Beckhardt is the author of political thrillers TURNAROUND, GOERING’S GOLD, BLACK GOLD, and MEXICAN GOLD. Roy Neely’s adventures continue in THE KASHMIR DILEMMA. He lives in Vero Beach, Florida with Greta, his wife of sixty-five years. Visit his website: www.booksbybeckhardt.com
Second Civil War by Vance Osterhout Second Civil War by Vance Osterhout May 17, 2012 $4.99 22070 words Sample 15%
Second Civil War is a historical account of a conflict in the United States after a contested election in 2016. The story is centered on events in the Southwest where factions fight over water rights along the Colorado River. A Global war embroils the armed forces leaving National Guards and Militias to carry out the combat.
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Coordinates to Unmapped Places: The Collected Fiction of Bernard Schaffer by Bernard Schaffer Coordinates to Unmapped Places: The Collected Fiction of Bernard Schaffer by Bernard Schaffer May 17, 2012 Free! 80894 words Read a sample
He's been called "One of the best independent authors alive" and "El Presidente of the Kindle All-Stars," but for Bernard Schaffer, it all comes down to the stories. This volume collects his short fiction from a variety of sources that demonstrate his talent and diversity.
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Independent author Bernard Schaffer writes in a wide variety of styles, from ultra-violent historical fiction to sci-fi westerns; from best-selling police procedurals to non-fiction collections that include poetry. Called one of the "Best independent authors alive," Schaffer continues to push the boundaries of both his readership and his craft.
Rajan Iqbal ki Wapsi by Shubhanand Rajan Iqbal ki Wapsi by Shubhanand May 17, 2012 $0.99 17114 words Sample 15%
Rajan Iqbal, the desi heroes of your childhood are back again in a new Avatar. In their first adventure, Rajan Iqbal along with their girlfriends Salma-Shobha reach Garh, a small town in Himalayas looking after a drug mafia. The story takes a dreaded twist when Salma goes missing, supposedly dead.
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Shubhanand is a budding writer of Hindi pulp fiction. He wants to give this Genre a new place in the existing fiction book market by applying his latest knowledge and writing skills to this evergreen Genre. Apart from Rajan Iqbal he's also working on new series of Javed Amar John.
Desiccant 014: Alive or Dead by Kevin R. Bridges Desiccant 014: Alive or Dead by Kevin R. Bridges May 17, 2012 $0.99 2527 words Sample 20%
In a sudden moment of lucidity, Carter decides that the quickest and easiest way to free Dru is to call the police. He apparently hasn't learned by now that nothing is going to be quick or easy for him. (10 pages)
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I live in the Pacific Northwest with my fiance, a small army of children, and a large army of awkward dogs. My favorite novels are Contact by Carl Sagan and the Song of Ice and Fire series by George R. R. Martin. My favorite food is breakfast sausage, and, now that you think of it, yours is, too.
Naked and Adrift by J Hacker Naked and Adrift by J Hacker May 17, 2012 $1.99 64372 words Sample 20%
NAKED and ADRIFT Frista's friend, Hank, the owner of a work out gym on Fort Lauderdale beach becomes the prime suspect of a double murder. Frista finds herself not only helping him to hide but protecting him from a sinister group who want to do a million murders—the city of Miami. Intrigue, mass fear, torrid sex, sea wrecks and more.
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The seaplane flying scenes come from my life in aviation. I love flying in every form and had to make Frista an enthusiast. I was hired on staff at age sixteen in a resort on a lake in Bear Mountain, New York. Within weeks I heard stories of previous employees owning a sailboat. It eventually sunk but I pursued the stories. Within five weeks we pieced together all the old tales of where she laid at the bottom of our large lake. We found it, raised it and renewed it. That was the very primitive beginning of my ‘yachting’ life. I was in the U.S. Air Force near Seattle and since then have combined my love of sea plane flying with my business of product development. I earned my first writing fee from Western Flyer Magazine, April 1984, from my article - Floatplane Flying in Florida. My many adventures have helped me in writing my first screen play, Hymenoptera ,’92, which was made into a Fox movie of the week ’98 – Legion of Fire/Marabunta. It also is a large influence in this novel as well as in some of the thirty-two essays I wrote for a state-wide publication – First Florida Magazine ’02 – ’08. I’m presently a member of an invitation-only workshop that has produced twenty-nine published authors.
The Jade Warrior by L Keith Henley The Jade Warrior by L Keith Henley May 16, 2012 $3.99 59205 words Sample 20%
Victor Pace was a product of extremes. From an early age it was obvious that both mentally and physically he was far beyond average. He began life as a medical missionary’s son in Southeast Asia and when he was thirteen, he was forced to watch the brutal murder of his parents by communist terrorists.
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Finding David by Murray Heimbecker Finding David by Murray Heimbecker May 16, 2012 $4.99 97345 words Sample 15%
A returning soldier, disillusioned by war and void of family, struggles to discover his place in society against a backdrop of circumstances which continually thwart his most valiant efforts.
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With an extensive education in science, religion and military, the author taps his wide-ranging world travel, and seventy-plus years of experience, to produce a collection of short stories and full length novels, which radiate a marvelous mixture of plots and characters. You will find humor, drama, mystery and poetry in his works.
The CarlyleDeception - no profanity version by Andrew M. Williams The CarlyleDeception - no profanity version by Andrew M. Williams May 16, 2012 $3.99 79785 words Sample 15%
Ever beat an opponent at their own game? Feels good, doesn't it. Lambert Greene must transform himself from a dedicated family man into a cunning chameleon, willing to risk everything for his ultimate goal. He’s in over his head, and he knows it—but he can’t turn back. In his new line of work, he’ll learn that more than money, trust is the most valuable currency.
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Andrew M. Williams b. 1958, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Influenced at an early age by Dr Seuss and the masterpieces of Goscinny and Uderzo, Williams alleviated boredom and amused classmates through high-school by writing, and drawing caricatures of teachers, students and anyone else he could outrun. After six enormously satisfying years in university, he surprised everyone by graduating in 1983 with a BSc in Kinesiology. Writing took a back seat for the next dozen years, as he opted for the action and adventure of the Royal Canadian Navy. Creativity was limited to the occasional farewell roast of senior naval officers--a valuable experience in the art of skewering a subject diplomatically, thus retaining some prospect of career advancement. After the Navy he attended MBA school, worked as a cartoonist, became a stockbroker (8 years--great clients), and then realized a long-lost ambition of becoming a writer. The Carlyle Deception is his first full-length novel, and is available in the Original Version and a non-profanity edition (nothing spicier than the occasional "what the hell" or “damn”). A number of other stories are in the works, including the sequel to The Carlyle Deception. Favorite pastime: Exploring the universe. Favorite places: Australia & The Bahamas. Background: Varied, but includes the military, financial, high-technology, cartooning, and writing.
SHADOLIS: The King’s Story by CB Six SHADOLIS: The King’s Story by CB Six May 16, 2012 $4.99 70877 words Sample 20%
Jack flies into the small town of Herscher, Illinois for the first and last time. The job should have been an easy one for this highly skilled assassin. But when his target gets delayed, by what at first appears to be natural causes, his day begins to encounter a strange turn of events.
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CB Six Six is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force’s Security Forces Technical and Geospatial Intelligence Schools. He served four years as an active duty Air Force Security Forces member, three and a half of which were spent in overseas assignments and deployments. His duties ranged from being an M249 machine gunner in the Middle East, to assisting the Secret Service’s preparation for President Obama’s 2009 visit to Ramstein, Germany. After completing his long tour overseas, Charles Six joined the 234th Intelligence Squadron and currently works as an Intelligence Analyst at Beale Air Force Base. His greatest passions are faith, writing, and every moment with his wife and children. He also enjoys life in the California sun and shooting at local pistol ranges. The Six family name has been known for writing in Holland since the 17th century due to the playwright Jan Six, who is also famous for his portrait by Rembrandt van Rijn. Jan Six was close friends with the poet Joost den Vondel as well as Rembrandt and remained devoted to the arts all his life. His most famous plays being Medea, published in 1648 with an etching by Rembrandt and Onshult, meaning Innocence, published in 1662. HH Zvonec Holly is a certified counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. She is an expert communicator and encourages each person to pursue their unique destiny through a refreshing perspective of their struggles and their victories. She encourages teens, men, and women to move into a greater level of personal authenticity. As a coach and as a counselor, she delivers clarity for those seeking a healthier point of view. Her message is a hope-filled invitation to agree with the process of transformation and to emerge into authentic identity. Holly has great confidence in the resiliency of the human spirit and the power of faith to transform a life and fill it with direction, peace, and purpose. She has launched WisdomWeaverBlog.com; a website with principles for living a life of freedom and a forum for question and answers. Holly serves as a hospice volunteer by supporting those in the final stages of life. Her hobbies include designing gourmet meals and hiking in the North Cascade Mountains. She encourages everyone to dream big, never give up, and to believe God for the impossible.
Hellfighter by David T. Wilbanks Hellfighter by David T. Wilbanks May 16, 2012 $2.99 20300 words Sample 20%
Pleasure-seeking vagabond Caddoc falls madly in love with a saucy tavern wench. Then she disappears, carried off by the mysterious army of evil creatures known as drakuli. Now Caddoc must literally travel to Hell and back on his quest for true love. Filled with horrifying creatures, dark magic, and intense battle scenes, HELLFIGHTER is a novella any sword & sorcery fan will not want to miss.
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David T. Wilbanks is a writer, editor and publisher of horror, fantasy and adventure fiction. His short stories have appeared in Horror Drive-In and Postscripts among other publications. He and Mark Justice write the DEAD EARTH series which is on its second book, THE VENGEANCE ROAD, with a third forthcoming. With Craig Clarke, he edited and published LIVING AFTER MIDNIGHT, a dark fiction anthology from their own Acid Grave Press. David lives in Minnesota with his wife.
Kachina by James Rada, Jr. Kachina by James Rada, Jr. May 16, 2012 $2.99 107484 words Sample 20%
David Purcell was on his way to meet his girlfriend when he fell into a cave. Now he can’t remember the five weeks he spent in the cave. With the help of Adam Maho, a Hopi, David discovers that he must remember that lost time if he if he going to stop the ancient Hopi evil, the dark kachinas, from being released into the world again. To do so, David will have to find his way back to Kuskurza.
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James Rada, Jr. is the author of seven novels, a non-fiction book and a non-fiction collection. These include the historical novels Canawlers, October Mourning, Between Rail and River and The Rain Man. His other novels are Logan’s Fire, Beast and My Little Angel. His non-fiction books are Battlefield Angels: The Daughters of Charity Work as Civil War Nurses and Looking Back: True Stories of Mountain Maryland. He lives in Gettysburg, Pa., where he works as a freelance writer. Jim has received numerous awards from the Maryland-Delaware-DC Press Association, Associated Press, Maryland State Teachers Association and Community Newspapers Holdings, Inc. for his newspaper writing. If you would like to be kept up to date on new books being published by James or ask him questions, he can be reached by e-mail at jimrada@yahoo.com. To see James’ other books or to order copies on-line, go to www.aimpublishinggroup.com.
Murder Anonymous by marvin lindberg Murder Anonymous by marvin lindberg May 16, 2012 $3.99 43050 words Sample 15%
A shocking discovery awaits Matt James, as he converts from policeman to fiction crime writer, trying to solve the very crimes he worked on as a cop. He soon finds out that a writer can work anonymously, as he struggles to solve a twelve year old murder.
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I Vagabondi by Dominic Licorish I Vagabondi by Dominic Licorish May 15, 2012 $0.99 10635 words Sample 15%
With a broken home at his back and the mountainous coast of Sicily in his sights, a young boy embarks on a journey to begin life anew.
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Dominic was born in Toronto, Canada and began writing when he was 12 years old. He never thought he would want make a career of it until he was 16 and realized computer programming was maddeningly boring. So, he channeled his energies into learning how to write well, and has been constantly practicing as much as he can. Dominic names (some of) his favourite writers to be Neil Gaiman, Orson Scott Card, Warren Ellis, and Alan Moore. He loves video games, movies, and Star Wars. Dominic currently lives in Calgary, Alberta.
Sebastian and the Invisible Island, Book 3: Zeppendulars by Michael Hogan Sebastian and the Invisible Island, Book 3: Zeppendulars by Michael Hogan May 15, 2012 $0.99 7228 words Sample 15%
Sebastian Linus Youngfield is sailing the world with his parents, Cameron and Anne, when their voyage takes a dramatic turn in the South Pacific. A massive storm blows in leaving Sebastian adrift at sea in a small dinghy. To survive the adventures ahead, he must cast fear into the depths and summon every skill learned in his young life.
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When Michael William Hogan was a young boy he spent his summers kicking through the tall reeds along the lake shores of northern Michigan. Today you might find him cutting through the thick jungle of his island retreat in Tonga. Could this be a sign of someone’s refusal to grow up? Perhaps. But Michael’s lifelong love of adventure and his penchant for storytelling have resulted in numerous award-winning screenplays, short stories, webisodes and children’s books. He has also produced and directed award-winning short films that have screened at film festivals in the U.S. and Europe. Sebastian and the Invisible Island is based on Michael’s feature film screenplay, Sebastian and the Lost Atoll.
Twitch & the Singing Field Heirloom by C. S. Walkingheart Twitch & the Singing Field Heirloom by C. S. Walkingheart May 15, 2012 $0.99 10637 words Sample 35%
In this short story, Twitch, the intrepid Norwich Terrier featured in the DOPS series, finds himself in an adventure with his Canine friend Tess and Special Dog Jadzsi which takes him to the mysterious spirit-fields of Mount Bracken.Twitch is feeling rather as if he has "missed it" in life, until he makes a discovery that heals a long-standing rift between a local Healer and his demanding father.
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The Tales of Magnoral - Book One - Part Three - The Soulforger by Russell Brothers The Tales of Magnoral - Book One - Part Three - The Soulforger by Russell Brothers May 15, 2012 $1.99 55734 words
The epic conclusion of the "The Tales of Magnoral - Book One - The Soulforger". This last vital piece of the puzzle shows what must be done for our heroes and villains in order to succeed. Which of them will rise to face destiny, and who will fall under beneath the pressure?
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Russell Brothers was born after 36 hours of straight online gaming and the building of a pyramid out of Mountain Dew cans. The story began with the age old question, "If I were to write a book, what would it be about?" After hammering out a decent, albeit basic, plot, there came the second question. "All good books have a first line that causes readers to want to read more, what should the first line be?" Thus, "The howling wind would not cease." Growing up in a military family gave the opportunity to see the world from one end to the other, and the ever changing landscape of just the United States of America. That, with a lifetime of fantasy reading and gaming, gave birth to "The Tales of Magnoral". Hope you enjoy.
The Tales of Magnoral - Book One - Part Two - Born of Tragedy by Russell Brothers The Tales of Magnoral - Book One - Part Two - Born of Tragedy by Russell Brothers May 15, 2012 $1.99 31721 words
The second part of the "The Tales of Magnoral: Book One - The Soulforger" is the story of Torger and Ameñazador, two orphans who are raised in tragedy. This piece chronicles their coming of age and unfolding the path that destiny holds for them.
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Russell Brothers was born after 36 hours of straight online gaming and the building of a pyramid out of Mountain Dew cans. The story began with the age old question, "If I were to write a book, what would it be about?" After hammering out a decent, albeit basic, plot, there came the second question. "All good books have a first line that causes readers to want to read more, what should the first line be?" Thus, "The howling wind would not cease." Growing up in a military family gave the opportunity to see the world from one end to the other, and the ever changing landscape of just the United States of America. That, with a lifetime of fantasy reading and gaming, gave birth to "The Tales of Magnoral". Hope you enjoy.
The Tales of Magnoral Book One - Part One - Demonborn by Russell Brothers The Tales of Magnoral Book One - Part One - Demonborn by Russell Brothers May 15, 2012 $1.99 37077 words
The first part of the "The Tales of Magnoral: Book One - The Soulforger" chronicles the rise to power of Vercin Getorix and Beltzalel, twins born from the seed of the demon lord Videl.
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Russell Brothers was born after 36 hours of straight online gaming and the building of a pyramid out of Mountain Dew cans. The story began with the age old question, "If I were to write a book, what would it be about?" After hammering out a decent, albeit basic, plot, there came the second question. "All good books have a first line that causes readers to want to read more, what should the first line be?" Thus, "The howling wind would not cease." Growing up in a military family gave the opportunity to see the world from one end to the other, and the ever changing landscape of just the United States of America. That, with a lifetime of fantasy reading and gaming, gave birth to "The Tales of Magnoral". Hope you enjoy.