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The Pursuit of Power by M.M. Brownlow The Pursuit of Power by M.M. Brownlow Jan. 19, 2012 Free! 106819 words Read a sample
Betrayed by the man supposed to love and care for him, Callum watches his dreams disappear before his eyes. Only a twist of fate saves him from a life of beatings and misery, and Callum knows how lucky he is. Treated like a cherished protégé and raised to be more than he'd ever thought possible, Callum is grateful for everything his master has given him. How far will Callum go to repay him?
Melody and the Pier to Forever: Book One by Shawn Michel de Montaigne Melody and the Pier to Forever: Book One by Shawn Michel de Montaigne April 20, 2011 Free! 315454 words Read a sample
The Pier goes on ... forever. Epic battles at sea, an undead soul-eating villain, the unbreakable bonds of friendship and love, and the courageous heroes who are called upon to rescue a doomed world ... This is just a taste of what awaits you in the pages of the epic fantasy saga Melody and the Pier to Forever. [For young adults and up.]
The Bounty Hunter by Andrew Ireland The Bounty Hunter by Andrew Ireland Feb. 19, 2011 Free! 52076 words Read a sample
Clayton Doubtfeather and Derek Lawson are hired by a member of the king's parliament to track down the deadliest of assassins, but when the scourge begin their attack on humanity the pair find themselves battling for their lives and the lives of everyone in the kingdom.
DP for Daddy by Imogen Linn DP for Daddy by Imogen Linn Dec. 22, 2011 Free! 3284 words Read a sample
This is a short, sex-only story following immediately from 'Strip for Daddy'. Stacy, in her disguise as Candy, the stripper, gets thoroughly used by her step-father and his four friends, ending with Stacy having all her holes filled at once, while she takes care of another man with each hand. Sex, sex, sex & more sex (oh, and did I mention the sex?)
Á Oraon Og Tré Vin Sinn by Ratan Lal Basu Á Oraon Og Tré Vin Sinn by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 04, 2012 Free! 21829 words Read a sample
Á oraon hafði aðeins eitt friendin þessum heimi. Það var forn mangó tré. Hann þurfti að skera það að vinna sér inn lifandi hans. Bókin lýsir verkjum í Oraon að skera hann tré-vinur.
Solidarity by Adelle Laudan Solidarity by Adelle Laudan June 09, 2010 Free! 4401 words Read a sample
Short story titled, Solidarity. A biker fiction story that tests the bond of solidarity amongst brothers.
La Tragedia del Boxeador by Ratan Lal Basu La Tragedia del Boxeador by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 07, 2012 Free! 3917 words Read a sample
Un boxeador pobres amaba a una chica. Pero la chica le engañó.
When One Door Closes by Ey Wade When One Door Closes by Ey Wade Aug. 02, 2010 Free! 31165 words Read a sample
Heartstrings, soul-ties and wishful thinking. Four shorts and a long tale of fortitude through difficult relationships.
Loose Ends by Amos Gunner Loose Ends by Amos Gunner Oct. 12, 2011 Free! 69643 words Read a sample
After a simple sting goes bad, the world of cops and criminals unravels, and everyone involved learns that the best laid plans are no match for the whims of fate.
Summer Sizzlers by Cynthia Wicklund Summer Sizzlers by Cynthia Wicklund May 19, 2011 Free! 43047 words Read a sample
Meet eBook bestseller Joan Reeves, eBook bestseller Cynthia Wicklund and Waldenbooks bestseller Elaine Raco Chase—they put their lovely heads together and came up with Summer Sizzlers—an entire book of free samples of romance novels just for you.
Dangerous Inheritance by Shirley E. Watson Dangerous Inheritance by Shirley E. Watson Oct. 19, 2011 Free! 61911 words Read a sample
Two sisters and a cousin receive a letter from a lawyer that changes everything. Will their dreams become reality or turn into a nightmare?
Vitriol by Anne de Gandt Vitriol by Anne de Gandt April 04, 2010 Free! 13521 words Read a sample
V.i.t.r.i.o.l. ou la vie comme un roman, dont l'héroïne aurait perdu la clef. Enfance et adolescence ne sont que pages blanches. Un vide qui déstructure jusqu'à l'abîme. Jusqu'à ce que la mémoire déferle et avec elle, le gouffre du mot inceste. Vitriol est un voyage désordonné à travers le temps, la peur et l'espoir.
The Pale Thane by M.R. Hyde The Pale Thane by M.R. Hyde Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 9994 words Read a sample
A pale young man, looking twice his age, manages a vast complex of apartments. The residents despise him for his apparent weakness. What they don't know might lead them to see him differently if it were not for the legacy of his father.
80AD - The Yu Dragon (Book 5 -The Final Adventure) by Aiki Flinthart 80AD - The Yu Dragon (Book 5 -The Final Adventure) by Aiki Flinthart Dec. 24, 2011 Free! 67569 words Read a sample
This is it. The final Level of the Game. China in 80AD is the stage for the final showdown between Phoenix and Jade and their arch-enemy, Feng Zhudai. But Jade is a prisoner thousands of miles away and time is running out. Low on spare lives, low on ideas and low on patience, Phoenix needs to find her and come up with a plan to defeat Zhudai before the unimaginable happens and the badguy wins
A Crimson Set of Silver by Alan Meyers Starkey A Crimson Set of Silver by Alan Meyers Starkey Oct. 23, 2011 Free! 87412 words Read a sample
During a flight one day, Jake Snow discovers a pilot friend dead at the controls of his plane. He had been shot down, but lived long enough to land the plane in a swamp. Jake finds clues on the downed plane, including a vial of liquid which appears to be narcotic. The clues lead him to investigate the crime, uncovering another murder on the way. Jake has a knack for figuring out how thing
A Fair to Remember, Welcome To Redemption, Book 2 by Stacey Joy Netzel A Fair to Remember, Welcome To Redemption, Book 2 by Stacey Joy Netzel June 30, 2011 Free! 28861 words Read a sample
Ready for a nice, quiet life in small town USA, reformed gang member Wes Carter feels Redemption is the perfect place to relocate his financial business. Tara Russell has decided to add some excitement to her life and get a little wild—no matter how uncomfortable it makes her or her overprotective family. Opposites attract when they meet at the local fair one warm summer night.
Presagios y grietas by Benjamín Van Ammers Presagios y grietas by Benjamín Van Ammers June 30, 2011 Free! 148707 words Read a sample
Han pasado tres y la secuencia vuelve a repetirse. El orden sucede al caos. ¿O era al revés? En realidad, poco importa. Sólo han sido tres y tres es una cifra pequeña. Insignificante. Muchos pasaron antes; no existían hombres entonces para llevar la cuenta. Muchos más quedan por venir; poco importará si los hombres siguen o no existiendo.
A Nuclear Tide—The Screenplay by Jon and Lois Foyt A Nuclear Tide—The Screenplay by Jon and Lois Foyt July 25, 2010 Free! 17888 words Read a sample
Lead character Lawrence Masterson, his career path aborted in an IBM downsizing, bounces back from despair with a grand plan to solve society's much-debated dilemma as to where to put the country’s nuclear waste. He’ll create an autonomous city-state out of the ghost town of Marathon, Texas to store the radioactive stuff. Out of site, out of mind ’til the mushroom cloud appears.
Fall by Alex Draven Fall by Alex Draven June 12, 2010 Free! 9314 words Sample 100%
Pet thought he'd slammed the door shut on his past, on his dreams, and on the centaur herd that raised him. Now there's another herd runaway standing on his doorstep; one who won't take no for an answer.
Violent Bits: A Horror Sampler by Aaron Polson Violent Bits: A Horror Sampler by Aaron Polson April 13, 2011 Free! 2919 words Read a sample
A sampler of three dark stories with visceral bite taken from Violent Ends: Horror Stories.
Science-based Religion by Mark Collins Science-based Religion by Mark Collins Feb. 07, 2011 Free! 34426 words Read a sample
A new religion based entirely on science is brought to life using a fictional tale of a Jesus-like figure, a science-minded and deeply spiritual man, whose teachings ended the strife that still divides our world. A free companion lecture is available for this book on Smashwords.
Hunger Moon by Troy Dennison Hunger Moon by Troy Dennison April 16, 2011 Free! 7352 words Read a sample
There is a severed arm on top of the television set and I’m reasonably certain that it does not belong to me... A man's home is his castle, his fortress, his place to escape the world outside. Attacked, imprisoned, clinging to life, counting the moments until his assailants return and terrified of the fate that awaits when they do...
Tarot by Nils Horn Tarot by Nils Horn Oct. 11, 2011 Free! 30314 words Read a sample
Die hier vorgestellte Interpretation der Tarotkarten beruht auf dem Rider-Waite-Tarot, auf dem Wissen von der Erleuchtung und der Einheit aller Religionen. Die zweiundzwanzig Grundkarten beinhalten die wichtigsten Grundsätze, Vorbilder und Entwicklungsschritte zu einem Leben im Licht (innere Heilung, Ganzwerdung, Erleuchtung).
Peanuts by Peanuts by Properdave May 24, 2011 Free! 3382 words Read a sample
A group of peanuts have escaped from becoming peanut butter. Now they must reach the promised land.
This Is Not the End by Shelby Davis This Is Not the End by Shelby Davis Jan. 30, 2010 Free! 22107 words Read a sample
A couple decide to divorce themselves from mainstream culture in an attempt to find food and life for later years, a family watches home movies when all else has been taken, the mentally ill are guided by the voices of folk music, and a man discovers a life on a city bus that he’d never thought possible. Plus six more.
Paint or be painted by Jason Watson Paint or be painted by Jason Watson April 04, 2010 Free! 12876 words Read a sample
How cool would it be if you got back at those that "did you wrong"? Well, Jim (the main character) sets out to do exactly that, to show that Occam's razor will eventually just slit the throat of those that hide behind it. Using his brains to counter brawn he "paints" his nemeses into a corner of their own making!
The List by G L Mackin The List by G L Mackin June 16, 2011 Free! 2194 words Read a sample
Meet April. She has a lot to get off her chest, and the perfect setting in which to offload - but can she do it? The List is a gripping and edgy short story, which provokes thought and leaves you wanting to read it again in earnest! And yes, there's cake... Please leave a review if you like this type of literature.
Clearwater Journals by Al Rennie Clearwater Journals by Al Rennie Nov. 10, 2011 Free! 88666 words Sample 100%
Joe Holiday, an ex Metro cop, finds himself dragged into an investigation by Mia, an IHOP waitress. The probing they do into the murder of Mia's sister years earlier turns into a deadly manhunt with Joe and Mia suddenly becoming the targets of a vicious plot.
The Glassdoll Chronicles by Dejsha Morris The Glassdoll Chronicles by Dejsha Morris May 27, 2011 Free! 24723 words Read a sample
Queen Briya's prophacey changed her daughter Princess Priya's life forever. She-with several others including her love Nefinin must escape to prevent the prophacey. A mysterious glassdoll,strange shape-shifting spirits and a lusty DarkLord create TGC.
For Daddy's Love (Punished Daughters Series) by Bree Jandora For Daddy's Love (Punished Daughters Series) by Bree Jandora Sep. 13, 2011 Free! 8648 words Read a sample
Adults only - sex, spanking, pseudo-incest. Jessica comes home from her date early to comfort Eddie, her step-father, who's grieving his wife's sudden abandonment. She has no idea she'll end up punished as he gives her some comfort of his own. All characters in this book are 18 years of age or older.
The Apartment Complex- Rebecca by John Smith The Apartment Complex- Rebecca by John Smith Jan. 19, 2012 Free! 4253 words Read a sample
What can happen when an older divorced man is kind to a younger women who is just moving into a new apartment complex? Kindness can pay off with kindness.
Strange Hungers: Love, Bombs & Cannibals by Tirzah Goodwin Strange Hungers: Love, Bombs & Cannibals by Tirzah Goodwin June 23, 2010 Free! 7375 words Read a sample
This short story collection contains strange stories that involve food. Love From the Slaughterhouse is a love story with ground sirloin. Glazed is bombing mystery with pastries. A Good Vegetarian is a twisted tale of meat and family. Chicken Soup is a sad apocalyptic tale with soup. If you like food and you like strange stories, this is the collection for you.
The Cahuac Cycle by A. S. Warwick The Cahuac Cycle by A. S. Warwick July 06, 2009 Free! 6940 words Read a sample
Cahuac of the Aracan; mightiest of the ancestor-heroes and son of Lady Moon herself. Long were his journeys and many were his deeds. These are but a few of the mythic tales of his days, from wrestling wayward Sun back on its course, to battling shadows in the deep places to return life to the land.
The Resurrection of Howard Stein by Molly Shaffer The Resurrection of Howard Stein by Molly Shaffer July 30, 2010 Free! 1452 words Read a sample
Howard Stein is an advertisement executive that thrives in the marketplace and devours his competition. After twenty years of sacrifice, at his family's expense, a broken economy forces Howard towards a realization that he is unwilling to accept. Will Howard survive without his fortune and prestige? Will the family he has neglected for so long stand by his side when all he has left is his love?
Hope and Dreams 1- My Deliverer by John Smith Hope and Dreams 1- My Deliverer by John Smith Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 9748 words Read a sample
Hope Thompson runs from an abusive boyfriend into a world that does not want her. Without famuly or friends to fall back on she turns to a kind stranger for help. She discovers what it is like to treated with respect and kindness, something she has never known, and it opens a whole new world to her.
So Serendipity: the short story by Kelley Hunter So Serendipity: the short story by Kelley Hunter Sep. 15, 2011 Free! 8034 words Read a sample
Hell hath no fury like a scorned librarian, and Siri is one pissed off interim-Director. That new guy in town has stolen her dream job...and now he's about to steal her heart as well. This is the short, and sweet, story that sparked the romantic comedy, SO SERENDIPITY (set for a 2012 release). It also includes in excerpt of the author's novel SERIOUSLY SERENDIPITY. All proceeds go to charity.
Tidal Swans by James Welsh Tidal Swans by James Welsh March 02, 2011 Free! 36436 words Read a sample
Not only do some people want to get hurt, but they will go to any length for the feeling.
Powerless by Stella Notecor Powerless by Stella Notecor Oct. 09, 2011 Free! 10401 words Read a sample
Mark may be in charge at the office, but at home he's... POWERLESS. This SPICY story contains BDSM elements, a male/male couple, and lots of sex!
Unforgiven Pleasure by Tempest Knight Unforgiven Pleasure by Tempest Knight Dec. 27, 2008 Free! 5144 words Read a sample
Lara is a shapeshifter. Draken is a Sentinel. He represents everything she fears. Can a soulless creature find his lifemate? Can betrayal lead to a path of passion? In the war between the Sentinels and the night creatures, the unforgiven pleasure will start with a kiss.
Memories of What We Do to Survive by Kevin Millikin Memories of What We Do to Survive by Kevin Millikin May 10, 2011 You set the price! 2369 words Sample 15%
"Memories of What We Do To Survive" is a collection of two short stories by Kevin Millikin Memories is the tale of one man's drive to return home shortly after he returns from the dead. What We Do to Survive is a haunting account of what a group of survivors are forced to do in order to survive a world overrun by the walking dead.
Like A Stacked Deck by Stefanos Livos Like A Stacked Deck by Stefanos Livos Nov. 15, 2011 Free! 2301 words Read a sample
A short story about long-distance relationships and how surprisingly they change people's lives.
The Boy Who Drew In The Mud and other parables by Zachary Harper The Boy Who Drew In The Mud and other parables by Zachary Harper Oct. 29, 2010 Free! 9717 words Read a sample
A collection of short parables and poems, each with a purpose to purvey an overarching moral. For those who love Aesop's Fables and Grimm's Fairy Tales, these original stories continue the aged tradition of meaningful stories for both the young and old.
Yuma: a short story romance by Erin Lausten Yuma: a short story romance by Erin Lausten April 09, 2011 Free! 3411 words Read a sample
I always thought love was found on exotic beaches and at hometown picnics, not on bombing ranges. But then again, life is never normal for an archaeologist. Here's the tale of how I met the love of my life, the only man for me.
Devlin's Destiny by Esmerelda Bishop Devlin's Destiny by Esmerelda Bishop March 02, 2011 Free! 25546 words Read a sample
Gabby’s future is uncertain. Devlin’s is written in stone. About to lose everything, Gabby Stone’s life is in shambles. Upon waking in a medieval castle owned by a sinfully sexy Scottish Laird, she believes she’s having an erotic dream and jumps right into the fantasy. But she quickly learns that this is no dream.
Forever Yours by Tomas Chevalier Forever Yours by Tomas Chevalier Dec. 05, 2011 Free! 6347 words Read a sample
James, the son of a Duke, and Erika, an American student, are as unlikely a couple as could be imagined. Lambasted by their families, the lovers go their separate ways. As the years go by, James and Erika both marry other people but cannot forget the special love for each other that still remains in their hearts. Twenty years after last seeing each other, they meet again by accident...
Demon Song: A Short Story by A.R. Williams Demon Song: A Short Story by A.R. Williams Sep. 24, 2011 Free! 5331 words Read a sample
Kenshin Nobuyashi is on a quest to avenge those he loved. But are the Gods for him or against him?
Baby Girl by Donna Moss Baby Girl by Donna Moss Jan. 03, 2012 Free! 4587 words Read a sample
One part angry, two parts self-loathing, and a full cup of confused, Samantha is having trouble keeping her own secrets.
Legend of the Troubadour by Isadora Rose Legend of the Troubadour by Isadora Rose Dec. 11, 2011 Free! 16510 words Read a sample
French is the language of love; and none sing it better than the legendary troubadour of King Stephen’s medieval court. However, when Josse Renouart finds himself disgraced and banished from London and all the luxuries that he so adores, he stalks through the English countryside in search of a new life. What he finds there on Christmas Eve has the promise to be the sweetest gift of all...
One More Suicide by David McGhee One More Suicide by David McGhee May 04, 2011 Free! 149024 words Read a sample
Brian Oldman is in somewhat of a rut lately. His family life sucks, he's gay, his love life is fleeting, and his waistline just won’t get any smaller. So he does what any sane person would do in this sort of depressive state. He plans out his suicide. Over the course of about four months Brian tries to live it up and pay off past debts before delving into the blackness of his depression.
Tragédie du Boxeur by Ratan Lal Basu Tragédie du Boxeur by Ratan Lal Basu Dec. 17, 2011 Free! 3863 words Read a sample
Un boxeur pauvre et naïve aimé une fille très profondément. La filleet son père a profité de cette impitoyablement exploités et lui à la ruine, lui et sa pauvre mère.