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Enchantress by Teresa Balin Enchantress by Teresa Balin Aug. 03, 2011 Free! 904 words Read a sample
A girl can transform into the form of a cheetah and encounters danger from men hunting in the woods near her home.
Eddie's Shorts - Volume 2 by M. Edward McNally Eddie's Shorts - Volume 2 by M. Edward McNally Aug. 07, 2011 Free! 10017 words Read a sample
A second pair of my old shorts. By which I mean they were written back in the halcyon days of grunge and flannel. Way too much flannel.
To Read or Not to Read by Vincent Hobbes To Read or Not to Read by Vincent Hobbes Aug. 17, 2011 Free! 5151 words Read a sample
'The Hour of the Time' is a short story by Vincent Hobbes. It was first published in 'The Endlands' (Jan. 2011) Gunter von Strauss owns a small bookstore. He carries something for everyone’s taste. He also carefully inspects each book, making sure they are safe to read. Who knew that choosing the wrong book could carry such a consequence.
Red Moon by Ela Lond Red Moon by Ela Lond Oct. 02, 2011 Free! 8348 words Read a sample
Red Moon Slices of Life are fragments torn from the daily lives of side characters of the novel Red Moon’s Reflection. They are not full stories; their only goal is to show the characters more in detail and serve as a teaser (if you haven’t read Red Moon’s Reflection) or an extra (if you have read it).
Four Dark Corners by Teresa Hubley Four Dark Corners by Teresa Hubley Oct. 14, 2011 Free! 21456 words Read a sample
Four stories that poke at the boundaries of what we know as reality and discover forces that are beyond reason and control. In them you will encounter: an innkeeper troubled by the ever-present previous owner, a professor whose promotion comes at a steep price, a married couple whose ingrained habits can only be broken by extremes, and a spirit that speaks through a bell.
Stories with fang O,.,O by Raven Corinn Carluk Stories with fang O,.,O by Raven Corinn Carluk Nov. 11, 2011 You set the price! 29382 words
Vampires hunt the night. They wait for their next victim, trading pleasure for blood. They bite and feed, and they never sparkle. These collected stories are sensual, erotic, and sometimes horrific. Not intended for the weak of heart or lust. Including the full version of At His Knee and it's sequel, and a follow up to Necro.
Jumpers by E. G. Fabricant Jumpers by E. G. Fabricant Nov. 16, 2011 Free! 789 words Read a sample
Here's my entry for Round Seven of National Public Radio's "Three Minute Fiction," concluded November 12. As usual, had to be 600 words or less; this round one character had to come to town and one character had to leave town. Still not buying my theory that the reader should be able to watch and eavesdrop, rather than be read to; I blame Elmore Leonard.
The Hours of Creeping Night - A collection of dark speculative short fiction by Sophie Playle The Hours of Creeping Night - A collection of dark speculative short fiction by Sophie Playle Nov. 28, 2011 Free! 11929 words Read a sample
'The Hours of Creeping Night' is a collection of short stories that encompass the surrealism of the late hours of the night, when the coming dawn feels like an impossible dream. This 11,000 word ebook is filled with weird and morbid tales of mechanical creatures, living forests, zombies, wedigo and other monsters, while exploring the darkness of human nature in various strange fictional worlds.
A collection of Short Stories by Jamie Heppner A collection of Short Stories by Jamie Heppner April 26, 2012 Free! 21519 words Read a sample
Inside you will find a collection of short stories I have written for one reason or another.
Faces and other poems by Ron Sanders Faces and other poems by Ron Sanders May 21, 2011 Free! 3220 words Read a sample
Five poems targeting deep, sensitive readers intellectually hobbled by the Big Picture (probably not for the crowd). Please read Faces, properly formatted, at ronsandersatwork.com.
Christmas Tales - Seasonal stories, poems and greetings from the Coventry Writers' Group by Michael Boxwell Christmas Tales - Seasonal stories, poems and greetings from the Coventry Writers' Group by Michael Boxwell Dec. 12, 2011 Free! 7280 words Read a sample
A collection of seasonal stories, poems and greetings on the subject of Christmas, written by members of the Coventry Writers' Group. Writers include well known authors such as Ann Evans, Rosalie Warren, Michael Boxwell and Martin Brown, along with a number of new up-and-coming writers. Many of the stories and poems are light-hearted, others more thoughtful. All of them delight and inspire.
Mirror, Flash, Man Who Couldn't Die (Wonders Series) by Stan I.S. Law Mirror, Flash, Man Who Couldn't Die (Wonders Series) by Stan I.S. Law Aug. 16, 2010 Free! 7709 words Read a sample
Miracles happen all around us—even though we're seldom sufficiently awake to notice them. Sometimes we find our true self in a Mirror. Sometimes a stray bullet defines our future. At other times we wander for ages without being able to define our purpose. Yet, when we find it, reality fills us with Wonder.
Irreverent Distractions No4. The Fat of the gLand by Frankie Lassut Irreverent Distractions No4. The Fat of the gLand by Frankie Lassut June 10, 2011 Free! 5318 words Read a sample
Some gravitationally challenged people get a lot of stick, but actually, they are extremely beneficial to the planet,and therefore mankind.
Readerotica 3 – Getting Hotter – 10 Erotic Stories for Your Kindle or eReader by PriveCo Inc. Readerotica 3 – Getting Hotter – 10 Erotic Stories for Your Kindle or eReader by PriveCo Inc. Jan. 30, 2012 Free! 24266 words Read a sample
Reading erotic fiction on an electronic reader is a delicious experience because no one can see what you are doing. Unlike a regular book, your eReader does not have a cover to reveal its contents. You can privately and discreetly read anything you like. It is a wonderful and somewhat empowering process. Readerotica Volume 3 was created to provide quality erotic stories easily.
Tinsel by Frazer Lee Tinsel by Frazer Lee Dec. 20, 2010 Free! 1480 words Read a sample
A Yuletide nightmare to give you festive chills. Frazer Lee's 'Tinsel' warns of the dangers faced by curious children who sneak downstairs in the dead of night to squeeze their Christmas presents beneath the tree. "Frazer Lee gives us a Christmas present nobody would ever want in 'Tinsel'. Don’t look up the chimney..." (Mathew F. Riley, Bookgeeks.co.uk)
Whispers in the Shadows by Alan James Keogh Whispers in the Shadows by Alan James Keogh June 03, 2011 Free! 27880 words Read a sample
Whispers in the Shadows is a collection of 20 short stories ranging from horror, suspense and thriller.
Nap 2.6 by NAP BOOKS Nap 2.6 by NAP BOOKS May 13, 2012 Free! 4373 words Read a sample
FICTION & POETRY BY AMANDA BALES, MATTHEW DEXTER, HOWIE GOOD, CANDACE HOLMES, LEN KUNTZ, RUPPRECHT MAYER, DAVID R MORGAN, NATALIE NUZZO, ALEXIS POPE, & MEG TUITE.
No Purer Passion by German Alcala No Purer Passion by German Alcala June 18, 2010 Free! 996 words Read a sample
A collection of 7 cheesy love poems. German visits the purity of first love and reaches an almost sinful state of mind! Mostly suggestive stuff, but with a burning passion that is sure to have you cranking up the A/C at one point!
I Know Why The Jackson Sings by German Alcala I Know Why The Jackson Sings by German Alcala Aug. 06, 2010 Free! 3067 words Read a sample
A collection of 23 poems written by the commercially addle minded author German Alcala! Poetry of those who the world was saddened to lose, celebrities who we all saw fall to ruin, and the childish, sad, and *almost* gothic view that the author holds for Death itself! Written as a sequel to A Letter To Justin Bieber's Hair! Perfected Final Edit Released: April, 1, 2011.
1 God - Poems on God , Creator by Nikhil Parekh 1 God - Poems on God , Creator by Nikhil Parekh Sep. 05, 2010 Free! 135898 words Read a sample
"1 God" is a 522 pages Poetry Book . The compilation of poems depicts the Omniscient Creator in his unconquerable shapes and forms. Goes to irrefutably prove that there is just one Creator, you choose to call him by whatever name - and for everyone one of us till the time we live. This book is an earnest dedication to Almighty Lord.
A Taste of Life by Trine Daely A Taste of Life by Trine Daely May 22, 2011 Free! 889 words Read a sample
A small sample of the poetry from Life Games.
A Glimpse Beyond... by Phil Gibson A Glimpse Beyond... by Phil Gibson July 28, 2011 Free! 1634 words Read a sample
A Glimpse Beyond... is an introduction to my work and more specifically to my anthology of dark poetry, Beyond the Mask. By its very nature poetry is a subjective medium and as such one person's taste is no guarantee of another's. Therefore this short collection is presented as a representative sample to allow the reader to form their own opinion rather than rely on the views of others.
99 The Assassination of Dark Poetry by Anthony Brooks 99 The Assassination of Dark Poetry by Anthony Brooks Aug. 23, 2011 Free! 23773 words Read a sample
99 selected poems from years of poetry writings. Dark poetry including topics such as religion, mankind, flaws of humanity, science, Gothic, and the balance of good and evil.
Usok - the Webzine of Fantastic Filipino Fiction (Issue 1) by Rocket Kapre Usok - the Webzine of Fantastic Filipino Fiction (Issue 1) by Rocket Kapre Dec. 07, 2009 Free! 23564 words Read a sample
The first issue of Usok, a quarterly webzine of Speculative Fiction by Filipinos, published by Rocket Kapre Books. Issue 1 has stories by Crystal Koo, chiles samaniego, Kenneth Yu, Celestine Trinidad, and Yvette Tan
Semblances by S. P. Elledge Semblances by S. P. Elledge Feb. 03, 2009 Free! 93187 words Read a sample
Even more short stories.
Midnight Gates by Richard Corwin Midnight Gates by Richard Corwin May 02, 2010 Free! 59007 words Read a sample
Midnight Gates is a 2007 USA Book News Award winning collection of short stories. “Another Corwin in Print and I’m glad you write so well. I wish I had written this book.” Norman Corwin, poet laureate, screenwriter, educator, essayist, author
Ken's Tale & the Peterson Dilemma - Desperate Prequels by Nicholas Antinozzi Ken's Tale & the Peterson Dilemma - Desperate Prequels by Nicholas Antinozzi May 31, 2010 Free! 8398 words Read a sample
Ken Dahlgren watched the economy tumble. He knows the end is near. He and his wife plan for an economic cataclysm and stock their lake home with necessities. What Ken lacks are the guns to protect himself and Patty from the unknown. The search costs him dearly. The second story is about the rich Peterson clan, the moment after they realize they stayed in the city too long. Death is at their door.
Savage Glen and Other Stories by Ron Sanders Savage Glen and Other Stories by Ron Sanders Dec. 14, 2010 Free! 102894 words Read a sample
A soul’s trove of stories. Twenty-nine of ’em, running the gamut from sci-fi to human interest. Horror, humor, philosophy, madness. And a special treat for all you cat lovers.
The Student by Jacob DeSpencer The Student by Jacob DeSpencer March 03, 2011 Free! 335 words Read a sample
a sample of a five story anthology about a young couple, Molly and John. The student is the first story of the book as well as a overview of sorts. my full book will be available April first, free of charge. please feel free to comment and write a review. Thanks
Edible Art and Other Flash Fiction by Roberta Beach Jacobson Edible Art and Other Flash Fiction by Roberta Beach Jacobson April 24, 2011 Free! 1050 words Read a sample
Steve laughed at his obituary in the Chicago newspaper. 'Famed artist, fifty, perishes in airplane crash.' He cut it out and taped it to the fridge. Steve hardly felt dead. In fact, since he'd relocated to the remote Greek island not found on most maps, he'd put on a few pounds. Islanders knew him as Fat Jack. Day and night he painted food.
Strange Tales by Tim Tracer Strange Tales by Tim Tracer June 07, 2011 Free! 45878 words Sample 20%
Dark and light, long and short, brooding and whimsical – there's a lot of variety in Tim Tracer's debut collection, but the stories have at least two things in common. They're delightfully entertaining. And they're very strange. If you're a reader looking for both, you'll find them in abundance in these ten provocative tales.
The Fortune Teller by Teresa Balin The Fortune Teller by Teresa Balin Aug. 03, 2011 Free! 1551 words Read a sample
What if a fortune tellers predictions came true? Patricia tells fortunes as a side job, but when strange things start happening, she realizes that her predictions are actually coming true. Now she has to stop a woman from falling in love with a madman, and prevent the death of another young woman.
Carried Away a series of short stories Volume I by Angela K Roe Carried Away a series of short stories Volume I by Angela K Roe Aug. 08, 2011 Free! 3652 words Read a sample
Come ride the rails with me as we get to learn a little about the lives of our fellow train passengers. You may notice a few things about this train. It’s bigger and comprised of private compartments of various sizes, most which come with their own bathrooms. Consider this twist literary license. Some of my characters are quite insistent upon their right to privacy.
Von Störchen und Kindern by Katharina Gerlach Von Störchen und Kindern by Katharina Gerlach Aug. 18, 2011 Free! 1753 words Read a sample
zwei Kürzestgeschichten für Märchenfans. Wer kennt nicht die Geschichte vom Storch, der Kinder bringt? Doch wie arbeitet der Schwangerschaftshelfer heute? Länge: 4 Seiten (+Titel, Copyright, etc.)
S.T.E.V.Y.M and Other Stories by Colin Henpets S.T.E.V.Y.M and Other Stories by Colin Henpets Sep. 10, 2011 Free! 44212 words Read a sample
A collection of unrelated short stories beginning with the sci-fi novella 'S.T.E.V.Y.M' Janine's family live in Malta. When her parents realise that their doubles, the neighbours, are out to kill and replace them, Janine finds herself thrown into a world of spies and virtual reality, as her body movements are mapped into a highly advanced military artificial intelligence.
Dead Limbs and Leaves by Bobby A. Troutt Dead Limbs and Leaves by Bobby A. Troutt Sep. 15, 2011 Free! 37528 words Read a sample
This is a collection of a variety of short short stories, and essays that may stir and warm your hearts. Although they may be short, they still bring a powerful message and an enduring ending. The stories are fun with plots that takes the reader on a journey of words fulfilling a message unto an enjoyable evening of reading. It is a short book with high hopes.
An Epitaph for Everything by Sarah Lynne Betts An Epitaph for Everything by Sarah Lynne Betts Oct. 08, 2011 Free! 3527 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry and prose representing a lifetime told in the confessional style.
Sono etero, ma per...verso! by Nick Pilla Sono etero, ma per...verso! by Nick Pilla Nov. 11, 2011 Free! 4011 words Read a sample
NickPilla, poeta inconsueto e originale realizza una raccolta dal fascino travolgente. Ermetico nei significati, ciò appare chiaro non solo dal linguaggio poetico, ma anche dal suo totale rifiuto dei segni di punteggiatura. I versi di questo poeta singolare sono attimi fulminei, sono vibrazioni profonde e istantanee, che nel ritmo secco e dinamico trovano espressione.
When Autumn Falls by Bobby A. Troutt When Autumn Falls by Bobby A. Troutt Dec. 08, 2011 Free! 33616 words Read a sample
When Autumn Falls is a mix of average people, their lives and places. It will bring you comfort and enrich your heart. It will awaken your memories of times past, strengthen you and drive you at the same time. You will be encouraged to meditate on tomorrow. Words are only lost when
Collection of Short Stories by Carol Taylor Collection of Short Stories by Carol Taylor Dec. 25, 2011 Free! 18582 words Read a sample
Stories of human interest--clean, fun, surprising The Chauffer, Every Man’s Dream, War!, Love is Blind, If Looks Could Kill, The Experiment, The Reluctant Millionaire, Prang at the Roundabout, For Children: Leanne is Jealous, Terri Hates Dishes, When Shari Didn’t Come Home
Guardian of the Mirrors by Kathy Bobo Guardian of the Mirrors by Kathy Bobo Dec. 20, 2011 Free! 1925 words Read a sample
Four sisters inherit the most haunted mansion in the City of St. Louis. They only received two pieces of advice, don't sleep with the lights out and don't look into the mirror.
Eddyfication: A collection of short stories by aditya thakur Eddyfication: A collection of short stories by aditya thakur March 12, 2012 Free! 14215 words Read a sample
Bob and Ted are on a stakeout. Alex and Rob are getting high. Old man Rusty misses his dog. Tony is feeling alive. A soldier is dead and the black hole grows as the attic gets dark. Get lost in the eddies of words from all these stories and more. Ten short stories that will edify you mind heart and soul.
Ascension and Other Stories by Avril Borthiry Ascension and Other Stories by Avril Borthiry April 01, 2012 Free! 13654 words Read a sample
A diverse choice of short stories for your reading pleasure. Start off with a moving science-fiction tale of human survival. Thrill to the sexual advances of...a ghost? Take a final trip on a cruise ship, or lose yourself in a sweet love story. A fairy story? A romantic comedy? It's all here in this wee literary buffet! Indulge yourself, and enjoy!
Fathomless and Other Poems by Samir Dash Fathomless and Other Poems by Samir Dash Dec. 13, 2011 Free! 2870 words Read a sample
This is all about the common belief that true love is heavenly, hence it is not possible to achieve it while fulfilling all passions, lust and all those that drive man and his instincts. In this poem in 12 sections different personas carry on the same story. Eliotian vision revisited in the context of love and betrayal in this 21st century epic poem with 12 sections.
Stirring the Shit by Roderic Anderson Stirring the Shit by Roderic Anderson May 13, 2012 Free! 4165 words Read a sample
Six short pieces from Rod Anderson 1 Fame Andy Warhol’s theory 2 A Lord’s Prayer Update 3 Paedophilia some controversial views 4 Post Mabo a poem 5 The wisdom of crowds democracy 6 Xmas Cheer a short story
17 Stories About the End of the World by Luc Reid 17 Stories About the End of the World by Luc Reid April 13, 2011 Free! 7229 words Read a sample
17 short (sometimes very, very short) stories about the end of the world, by gods, war, pollution, alien invasion, robot insurrection, and passing away gently when time has run out. Writers of the Future winner Luc Reid offers the human side of the end of the world--even when there are no humans involved.
A Flash of Inspiration: A Collection of Very Short Stories by Indie Authors by Helmy Kusuma A Flash of Inspiration: A Collection of Very Short Stories by Indie Authors by Helmy Kusuma June 14, 2011 Free! 6654 words Read a sample
What happens when a bunch of authors challenge each other to write lightning-fast stories? A Flash of Inspiration! In one hundred words or less, twenty-one writers titillate, beguile and enthrall your senses with stories ranging from the sublime to the macabre. #3 of Anthology ( Kindle's download ) as of 5 September 2011
Ripples by Thomma Lyn Grindstaff Ripples by Thomma Lyn Grindstaff Oct. 16, 2011 Free! 14557 words Read a sample
Take a journey into first love, second sight, and soulmates with an uncertain fate. In these short stories, readers will meet Laurel and Nate, the main characters in Heart's Chalice, Thomma Lyn's magical realism novel.
Dead Ends and Dark Alleys by Michelle Scott Dead Ends and Dark Alleys by Michelle Scott May 06, 2011 Free! 19770 words Read a sample
Three short stories of the paths that lead from our world into the next.
A Feast of Flesh: Tales of Zombies, Monsters, and Demons by Aaron Polson A Feast of Flesh: Tales of Zombies, Monsters, and Demons by Aaron Polson Aug. 19, 2011 Free! 24352 words Read a sample
Tales of undead fiends, bloodthirsty monsters, and hideous nightmare-ghouls waiting to rend and tear human flesh...