Prompted, Issue 03: Reedsy's short story review (Prompted Magazine Book 3) by Reedsy Ltd Price verified 2 hours ago

Could you write, edit, and submit a prize-winning short story in 168 hours? Pick up this issue of PROMPTED and discover what's possible when writers face a deadline armed only with their talent, craft... and a writing prompt. Write a story about two characters who like each other but don't get a happily-ever-after. Write about a character who breaks free from a tradition to create a new one. Write a story about someone trying to raise the dead. Each story is inspired by a one-sentence prompt and written in a single week -- demonstrating the power of inspiration and the places our imagination can take us with the slightest nudge. Featuring winning works from the world's most popular weekly short story contest and guest edited by Martha Sprackland (founding editor of independent publishing house Offord Road Books and of the multilingual arts zine La Errante), PROMPTED is a new literary magazine from Reedsy. In this issue: Pari Ghodsi's LILIES ? Paul Crehan's WHO ARE WE TO JUDGE ...

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Boxes of Time: Stories by Jack Matthews (1 Review)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Stories about messy emotions, troubled families and damaged personalities. 11th Story Collection. Over his lifetime Jack Matthews (1925-2013) wrote over 200 stories, many of which were published in literary journals. Although stories varied widely in subject and style, they often could be described as urbane, philosophical, poetic and sardonic. Stories in Boxes of Time were mostly published between 1961 and 1981; they feature characters who are troubled or unsure of themselves trying to deal with life's usual disappointments. Stylistically, these stories are polished and carefully written, but they deal with messy emotions, troubled families and damaged personalities. The characters may not be as educated or self-assured as the people in his other collections, but they still manage to figure out interesting things about themselves and the people around them. Stories from this period focus especially on the emotional stresses that separate parents from their children. This ebook ...

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Regency Rescues: Three Short Sweet Romances by Isabella Hargreaves (History in Focus) (32 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Saving the women they love from perils of Regency life. 'Gentleman to the Rescue': Clarissa Lanstone has been dragged to the altar by her cousin to marry old Squire Barns. Will Captain Tom Whittlesea, the love of her life, arrive in time to save her? ' An Officer and a Gentleman': Marianne Chaseley receives the worst news a mother can hear. Can Major Oliver Hurst convince her to let him help her one last time? 'A True Gentleman': Lady Emma Blanche is trapped in a situation no woman should endure. Her husband's valet, John Wright, knows he must help her, but can they escape Sir Henry Blanche? These are sweet M/F Regency romance short stories, each with a HEA.

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The Bandit's Lady : Age Gap Alpha Hero Romance (Rule Breakers Book 1) by Lizzy West (86 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Sophia I'm frightened, I'm tired and all alone in this world. And it's my eighteenth birthday. Ever since my mom and stepdad passed away, living with my stepbrother has been literal hell for me. My sister stole some money from his family before running away for good. And now my stepbrother wants that money back. He knows I don't have $40k stashed away, so he's making me work in the most horrendous and humiliating way until every penny is paid back. What I wasn't expecting, on my first night at the casino, was a tall, handsome, and slightly dangerous stranger to whisk me off my feet... and give me back my freedom, and possibly even a chance at love. Instalove, alpha hero, with his virgin heroine, will they finally get their happily ever after? Short, Steamy, and OTT. Enjoy! *Trigger Disclaimer* Some physical abuse is talked about in this book.

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American Fairy Tales by L. Frank Baum (E-BOOKARAMA) (155 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

When "American Fairy Tales" first appeared, L. Frank Baum's reputation as a storyteller had already been established by "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", written in 1900. The twelve stories in this collection were originally syndicated weekly in at least five newspapers during the first half of 1901. The first book edition, which this facsimile reprints, came out later that year. "American Fairy Tales" is a delightful collection of twelve stories set in America where, so it seems, modern fairies, knooks, and ryls are always causing the most astonishing things to happen! These tales will enchant both young and old. The author of the much-loved Oz books transforms the familiar with his magical mix of humour and enchantment. CONTENTS The Box of Robbers The Glass Dog The Queen of Quok The Girl Who Owned a Bear The Enchanted Types The Laughing Hippopotamus The Magic Bon Bons The Capture of Father Time The Wonderful Pump The Dummy That Lived The King of the Polar Bears The ...

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Child of Fire: A Dragon Mage Short Story Prequel (Chronicles of Eidyn) by Tameri Etherton (Teacup Dragon Publishing) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Her secret was never meant to be discovered. It all began with a stolen dagger. Amaleigh's life as an urchin thief comes to a crashing halt the moment she flings herself off a cliff to escape the king's guards. One moment she's a young woman, and the next is a blur of wings, talons, and a long-hidden secret that could destroy not just her life, but the entire kingdom. All she ever wanted was freedom, a chance to choose her path and not answer to anyone. A chance to stop thieving and make something more for herself. The dagger was supposed to buy her way out of a life she didn't choose. Instead, it brings her nothing but trouble. Freedom comes at the ultimate price. She'll have to make a choice -- kill the prince, who happens to be her best friend, or live the rest of her days as a caged pet for her deranged boss. Some loyalties can't be broken. Some pasts won't stay hidden. Child of Fire is a short story prequel to Dragon Mage. Continue the adventure today!

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Snowed in for Christmas: A Regency romance (Yuletide Travelers' Series Book 1) by Isabella Hargreaves (History in Focus) (95 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Can a carriage accident and a blizzard create a Christmas miracle? After the death of his brother, Robert not only becomes Viscount Landers, but also gives up his army career and agrees to marry his brother's beautiful fiancé to ensure the succession. When he's snowed in for Christmas with his shrewish betrothed and her attractive but practical cousin, Eleanor Carlisle, Robert realises he's engaged to the wrong woman. Eleanor, the impoverished daughter of a disgraced army captain, has loved her cousin's handsome and dashing fiancé from afar, until all three are stranded together. As the temperature plunges, the heat is on Viscount Landers to untangle the ties of duty and the wishes of the heart.

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Rest Stop Stories: 20 Odd Stories by Amanda McCormack (Enfield Arts) (1 Review)    Price verified 16 hours ago

Massachusetts is a strange place, filled with strange tales. This collection of 21 flash fiction stories celebrates the things that make Massachusetts unique. A shipwrecked young man spends the night in a hut of refuge along the Cape. The clerk at a suburban comic shop experiences a superhero meet-cute. And of course, you can't forget your French toast supplies before a snowstorm! Rest Stop Stories collects all the short stories released on the podcast Rest Stop Stories between 2020 and 2021, now with new edits. Plus there's a brand new story exclusive to this collection.

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A Punishing Game(Prequel): Two broken hearts, one chance at redemption by Gracie-Mae Harding (5 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Sophia had finally found stability in her life, her eating disorder behind her and a bright future ahead. But just as she thought she had everything under control, her world is turned upside down when she receives devastating news. Charlie had always believed that he had it all - a loving mother, supportive friends, and a girlfriend he saw as his future wife. But as his world came crashing down around him, he discovered that the people he trusted most had betrayed him. His perfect life was nothing but a façade, hiding a dark and dirty reality. We see Sophia and Charlie separately confront the most defining moments of their lives, both realizing the harsh and unfair nature of the world they live in. Will these challenges make them stronger, or will they be broken by them? Will they rise above their struggles and come out on top, or will they be forever changed by their experiences? In this book we see Sophia and Charlie living out their lives apart months before their lives collide ...

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Scattered Thoughtz, Vol 1: A Collection of Short Fiction by S.M. Grady (Scattered Thoughtz, LLC) (9 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Balancing humor, heart, and suspense, these stories will take you on a fast-paced journey into the lives of characters that you won't soon forget. Couples, friends, and family members take on challenges that test the strength of their relationships in countless ways. Infidelity and curiosity lead to deadly outcomes for some, and for others -- just showing up at work or home lands them in dangerous situations. A single mother comes face to face with a harsh reality. A teenager's account of the world she's left to maneuver through in the near future will challenge your own understanding and outlook on the world today. These stories will make you laugh, cry, and ponder your own beliefs, but ultimately, they will leave you entertained. Scattered Thoughtz, Volume One is a collection of bite-sized fiction, with pieces that you can enjoy in one sitting. Appearing in print for the first time are the stories so many have enjoyed online, along with brand new content.

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Turkeys and Thanksgiving: A Pelican Cove Short Cozy Mystery (Pelican Cove Short Story Series Book 1) by Leena Clover (306 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Are you ready to gobble - gobble? Pelican Cove is gearing up for a grand Thanksgiving. Local amateur sleuth Jenny King and the Magnolias are busy planning the big dinner, salivating over pumpkin pie and turducken. When an eccentric old man turns up at the Boardwalk Cafe moaning about his missing turkey, Jenny doesn't have the heart to turn him away. This time, she even has the sheriff's blessing because the police can't be bothered to look for a missing bird. Meanwhile, Jenny is also roped in to judge the big turkey competition in town. Can she juggle everything and still have time to make her special green bean casserole? Curl up with this short cozy read this season and share it with your family and friends. **Turkeys and Thanksgiving is a light hearted, fun short story set in the town of Pelican Cove. This is a bonus read for fans of the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery series. If you are new to the series, this might be a fun way to enjoy the setting and meet the ...

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Deceit For My Good Girl: A Dark Mafia Stalker Romance (Bianucci Mafia Book 1) by Rae B. Lake (175 Reviews)    Price verified 16 hours ago

Run far, run fast, but wherever you go my little Rabbit, I will find you. Melisande is everything to me... and I'll stop at nothing to keep her safe. Even when she finds out that I'm her enemy.

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White Heat: a Heat of Love novella by Leta Blake (Leta Blake Books) (133 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Forbidden love conquers all Student Vale Aman uncovers a tale of forbidden love and boundless devotion in an ancient journal dating from the early years following the Great Death when the world was divided into kingdoms known as Lineages. Sian Maxima, the heir to a great Lineage, wants to marry his childhood sweetheart, Avila Rossi. But their love is outlawed. After a secret, desperate tryst is discovered, Avila alone will be punished for their transgressions. Only Sian can save him. Within the journal's pages, Vale uncovers a story to inspire and strengthen him while he waits to find an equally great love of his own. White Heat is a standalone prequel to the book Slow Heat in Leta Blake's Heat of Love universe. It's set against a faux-historical backdrop in a post-apocalyptic world and contains fantastical tropes.

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Of Dust and Sand: a sci-fi short story collection by Allen Kuzara (10 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Killer bots anyone? What about an eco-Armageddon? And what really happened at Roswell anyway? From ancient mysteries on Earth to far-future conflicts on other worlds, this collection of sixteen sci-fi short stories from the author of The Anti Life Series and the Final Update trilogy promises to take you on an adventure. Whether it's human-sized parasites, clone lovers, or intergalactic war -- there's something in this novel-length story collage for every science fiction enthusiast.

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The Warlord's Prize: Dread Lord's Fated Mate: A Sci Fi Alien Warrior Romance (Khuldun Warriors Book 1) by Emma Alisyn (Hard Candies Publishing LLC) (103 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

DOWNLOAD FREE WHEN YOU JOIN THE STARGAZER NEWSLETTER. LINK IN AUTHOR BIO. I'm hunted, half dead from my father's assassin when I stumble on a vicious Khuldunian warrior. He is everything I need. Fearless, possessive, willing to protect me from my enemies in exchange for the only currency I have left. My blood, and my body. But our deal becomes so much more. His instincts drive him to lock me away, to guard me from danger, but I won't be caged again. Even when I discover a secret that will change everything. The Warlord's Prize is a spicy novella, prequel to His Secret Heir: Dread Lord's Fated Mate. For readers who enjoy possessive, protective alien warriors, devil's bargains, secrets and fated mates.

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No Sleep (Tales from the Covenant Book 1) by The Asag Covenant (34 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Collection of unimaginable horror stories by The Asag Covenant Read at your own risk... • Mayumi's Obsession - Mayumi Yamanashi has a deadly obsession. Who will be her next victim? • Ultimate Betrayal - Lies and adultery are only the beginning in this tale of betrayal. • The Pig Cult - The Pig Cult has found a new victim? Will she survive? • Damnation - An evil entity claiming to be Jesus Christ wants to use Elijah as a vessel. Will he refuse to save his soul or submit to damnation? • No Sleep - Serial Killer, Alyona Mikhailov has a Seed of Darkness within her that must be sated no matter what. But the demon Asag, must also have his fill. This is the first story in the Tales from the Covenant.

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The Perfect Plan (Suddenly His) by Cassi Hart (333 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Quinn is trapped working a dead-end job to support her abusive mother. The only bright spots in her life are her encounters with the kind woman who frequently visits the diner where Quinn works. One day, the woman tells Quinn about her handsome, billionaire son whom she fears will forever be lonely. She offers Quinn a deal: seduce her son and give her a grandbaby. Quinn refuses, but when her mother learns of the offer, she is forced to accept. Quinn never expected to fall in love. Will she be able to go through with the plan? Landon is a hardworking billionaire with no time for or interest in relationships. He's seen how a broken heart can destroy a person. The only woman in his life is his mother, and he'll do anything for her, including going on an island vacation for the first time in years. Except, when Landon arrives at the exotic resort, it isn't his mother who's there to greet him. Instead, there's a beautiful woman naked in the hotel suite. Landon is immediately ...

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Jenna's Monsters (Woods Lake Prequel - Marco's Memories) by JLynn Autumn (9 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Jenna's Monsters is the prequel to the Woods Lake Series books. It tells Marco & Jenna's history told through a collection of Marco's memories. Marco was sixteen when he met Jenna. At the time, she was his best friend's little sister. Over the years, their relationship changed. They saw each other through their best and worst moments. No longer just his friend's sister, she's his best friend, and the person he promised he'd always protect. Jenna's Monsters is the prequel to the Woods Lake Series. It takes place prior to the start of the series and is told from Marco's perspective. It is written to be a companion to the series and does not need to be read in order to enjoy the series. You can find the rest of Marco and Jenna's story in It's Always Been You (Woods Lake 1 - Marco & Jenna). These are the only books told from single perspective. The rest of the books are told in alternating dual point of view. Woods Lake Series Welcome to Woods Lake, a small town outside a big city, ...

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Games of Love Prequel: A Small Town Contemporary Cowboy Romantic Suspense (Playing with Fire) by Jenna West (31 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Luther knew that love existed. It existed because she brought it to his world every single day. The plan for his life was shaping up just as he wished it to, and he and his friends had all that anybody could possibly wish for at their ripe young ages. But things aren't always what they seem. Daphne has almost everything that she could've ever dreamed of. Her sister's back in town, she has the perfect boyfriend, her grades are amazing and her future seemed to be heading in just the direction that she intends. Or is it? When a bombshell is dropped on them both, Daphne and Luther find themselves faced with a problem that they've never encountered before. One that draws them so far apart, even their strong relationship may not prove tough enough to withstand it. In this prequel for The Playing With Fire series, travel back in time to the place where it all started, where everything seemed as appealing as it could be when one looked from the outside, but was nothing but trouble in ...

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Fast Break: A Nick O'Flannigan Story (Capital City Murders) by Troy Lambert (CCM Books) (28 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

How did Nick get where he is today? How did an ex-basketball star end up being a freelance photographer? Nick is preparing for the game of his life. But a sense of dread comes over him every time he thinks about it. His girlfriend even seems to have doubts. With his parents, scouts and a huge crowd watching, Nick's life will change forever. Find out where it all started in the Nick O'Flannigan story, Fast Break. Enjoy! INTERVIEW WITH THE AUTHOR How does this story relate to the Capital City Murders Series? This book is a prequel, detailing how Nick O'Flannigan, the main character, injured his leg in college, changing his life forever. What's was the most enjoyable part of writing this short novella? As a break from the murder mystery part of Nick's life, we get a chance to get to know him better, and where he came from. Who should read this novella? Anyone interested in the Capital City Murders series and the backstory of Nick O'Flannigan, really. It's a pretty good ...

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Manatee Bay: Beginnings: Treasure Seeker Beach. Prequel by Amy Rafferty (197 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

"You cannot shield a heart from pain forever, Annie." From Amazon #1 Author, Amy Rafferty. The invitation to study at the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet changes eighteen-year-old Annie Williams' life forever. Freshly graduated from high school and ready to put a dead-end relationship behind her, Annie is prepared to spread her wings and conquer the dancing world. Roger Davies, kind, handsome, with a heart of gold - everything a girl her age could ever want in a boyfriend - never really swept her off her feet. Annie's one true love would always be ballet. Or so she thought... When local celebrity and rising hockey star Tom Howard crashes into her life like a meteor, everything he offers feels so right. Tom falls for her the day he sees her float across her dance studio floor and right into his heart. But little does Annie know, her pursuit of a lifelong dream is about to go up in smoke in the blink of an eye. As the pain of her broken dreams and ripped-apart heart flood in ...

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Louisiana Saturday Night: A Collection of Romance Short Stories (Bon Chance Boonies) by A.L. Vincent (16 Reviews)    Price verified 16 hours ago

Run away to the Gulf Coast... Come sit on the front porch with everyone's Aunt Glinda and have a glass of tea or a strong cup of Cajun coffee. Sit and enjoy the views and the company of the locals of Bon Chance and Lafayette. Stop by one of the local shops for lunch or dinner and enjoy the daily special. After, stop by the local watering hole and let the bartender serve you up your favorite drink. Nighttime entertainment? We've got that too. From festivals to live music to a quiet game of pool, we've got you covered. During football season, you can always find a place to watch your favorite team. We have a little something here for everyone, and we can't wait to share it with you. Come pass a good time with the Boonies of Bon Chance! "Blue Jeans and Gemstones" Fiesty business owner, Gemma St. John, spends her days building "Bite Me," her sandwich shop. After a bitter divorce, the last thing she's looking for is a tall, dark Cajun man to complicate her life. However, a few spins ...

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That Feeling (OMG Book 1) by BJ Summers (40 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

She won't let him hurt her anymore, but she has BDC syndrome, and he got one... She is forced in a 9-to-5 routine working paycheck to paycheck and feels overwhelmed and insecure. But things are going to change for the better fast. Alexander Denver came into her life by chance, and she started to dream wildly about him, looking for something she did not experience yet. My only defense is saying no, but everything in my body wants to say yes.

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Protector Cowboy (Whiskey Valley: Bryant Brothers) by Hope Ford (1,976 Review)    Price verified 10 hours ago

USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Hope Ford brings you a steamy cowboy romance about a single mom that escapes an abusive ex-husband and finds an alpha cowboy who shows her that a real man protects the ones he loves at all costs. Natalie I'm a survivor. I finally got myself and my son away from my abusive ex, and I'm standing on my own two feet. The very last thing I want is another arrogant, controlling man. I don't care how sexy the grumpy hot cowboy is. When I first meet King, I try to thank him for the ranching camp scholarship my son was awarded, but before I can get the words out, he offers me a roll in the hay. Even though I'm a little tempted, I walk away and pull my son from the camp. We do not have room in our lives for a man like that. King I am tired of women only seeing dollar signs when they look at me. So yeah, I come on too strong with the curvy single mom who shows up at my ranch. I don't realize who she is or why she's there until she's stormed off. Once I know her ...

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Adventuring Together: A Flash Fiction Anthology by S.R. Nulton (15 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Journey far and away with our twenty-three mini escapes. These snack-sized tales are the perfect length for reading during a coffee break, between classes, waiting in line at the grocery store, or any time you need a pocket story to jump into. In these pages you'll meet dragons and pukas, fairies and monsters, mermaids and toy dinosaurs, and men and women who are anything but ordinary. You'll be taken to magical kingdoms shrouded in mist, floating gardens, a time machine lab, peril on the high seas, sprawling fields in the Dakotas, and much, much more. And you'll be home in time for lunch!

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Witchy Ever After (The Belancore Witches of North Carolina Book 1) by Rhiannon Futch (19 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

A pushy mother and the holidays are here. What's a dedicated to single life woman to do? Spell a guy for the holidays! It's the perfect plan! One little spell to help him pretend they have been dating for months and to forget her when the holidays are over and all Aria's problems are solved. Right?

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Linchpin by Jodi Payne (Tygerseye Publishing, LLC) (76 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Quinn is sent in to clean up and finds one very hot mess. Randall Quinn has been a cleaner for the mob for over ten years, but a particularly violent scene sets him to drinking alone and contemplating his options. At thirty-nine, it's possible this is just a mid-life crisis so he tries buying himself a flashy car to satisfy the itch, and agrees to take another job to test his conviction. He's expecting easy money when he arrives at a seedy motel to clean up after what the Boss told him was supposed to have been a simple execution. But what he discovers in that motel room is anything but simple, and from that moment on, every decision makes life more and more complicated. This book was previously published with a different cover. The story has been re-edited, but remains unchanged.

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A World Unseen by Doug Ward (29 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Did you ever witness something that was so far from normal that you didn't dare tell anyone about it? This is a collection of short stories in that vein. Tales of cryptids and the paranormal that are so outlandish they can't possibly be true. Or so your mind would have you believe. From hair-raising encounters to bizarre life forms, these tales will surely chill you to the bones. So if you ever saw something out of the corner of your eye only to have it disappear when you looked that way, this book is for you.

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Academy Assassin: a Prequel - a fast paced female detective mystery thriller (Shelby Griffin Series - Season 1) by Audrey Walker (Audrey Walker Publishing) (261 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Strap yourself in. Your next Mystery Thriller Series starts here! "It's impossible not to think about Michael Connelly's super selling LA detective Harry Bosch... " Shelby Griffin didn't think police academy would be easy, but she also didn't know it would be this difficult for her. To worsen matters, her supervisor tells her if she doesn't improve soon, she will have to let her go. However when her colleagues mysteriously start dropping dead one by one, it seems like the police academy is being infiltrated. Shelby, alongside her friends, decides to prove herself by investigating the murders and she's soon in over her head... Meet in this short story Prequel future LA homicide detective Shelby Griffin and immerse yourself in the beginnig of an absolutely new thrilling series... Sign up for Audrey's Newsletter at www.audreywalkerbooks.com to receive book updates, giveaways and book promotion specials!

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Horror Stories by James Flynn (382 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

"Truly chilling, Flynn's stories will stick with you long after reading" -- Matthew Hutton, The Scare Room Podcast Horror Stories is a ghastly collection of tales, full of odd surprises and gruesome occurrences. Prepare to meet a deranged killer with a taste for autopsy, an eccentric stalker who's been following a victim for decades, a sectioned professor who lost his mind after witnessing an atrocity in the jungle, and much more. If you yearn for macabre horror, your search is over. Horror Stories is here to deliver. Get ready to be chilled, disturbed and shaken to your very core. Your nightmare starts here... "Creepy and mystifying, Flynn's weird tales make for a disturbing late-night read" -- Regina's Haunted Library "As someone who reads in a multitude of genres, it was an absolute delight to discover author James Flynn and his art of storytelling. Many of his stories contain a blend of genres that made each story unique unto itself. Flynn has perfected the ability to snare ...

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Enchanting Prequel: A Small-Town Romance (Starting Over) by Gracie-Mae Harding (23 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Love can be blinding, and for Daphne, it nearly costs her life. When she meets the charming and successful James, Daphne thinks he's her dream man. But behind closed doors, James reveals his dark and abusive nature. Trapped in a nightmare relationship, Daphne meticulously plans her escape. But when James discovers her intentions, her life hangs in the balance. In a desperate bid for freedom, Daphne must flee into the stormy night and the looming darkness of the woods. Meanwhile, the grieving Max has closed himself off from the world after profound losses. His childhood friend Stevie wants to break through his walls, but Max pushes her away, believing he's too damaged for relationships. Little do they know that Daphne and Max's paths are on a collision course that will force them to face their inner demons. Can Daphne finally break free and start over? Will Max learn to open his heart again? Find out in this gripping story of survival, second chances, and the transforming power of ...

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Tease (Dark and Steamy Romance Collection) by L.M. Mountford (The Lord of Lust Publications) (147 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Just a Tease of what's to come... Reckless As an underworld princess, daughter to the boss of mob bosses all along the east coast, Sophie's life was a gilded cage. A prison of gold and silk... That is until Luke stepped into her life. A scrapper from the back streets, who had risen from among the ranks to stand in her shadow. Luke, her bodyguard, and her secret lover. Their destinies were never meant to cross, but they had. It was impossible, forbidden, but they couldn't resist... Now their one reckless night has become a desperate fight for their lives. Uncovered My stepbrother and I have always been close, sometimes we were VERY close. It was our little secret, until his friends walked in on us. Now they know our secret and they want to play too... When Mina returns for her stepbrother's birthday, she thinks her days of wanting him are over. Caught up in the heat and passion of the moment, she is stunned to find them back in bed together; their feelings clearly far from ...

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Settlers of Unassigned Lands (21St Century Prose) by Charles McLeod (University of Michigan Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

In these seven stories spanning the Midwest to California, Charles McLeod brings us characters estranged from their homelands and locked in conflict with their past and present selves. In "How to Start Your Own Midwestern Ghost Town," an unnamed narrator hatches a plan to capitalize on rural decay. A porn star trying to transition to the mainstream does an interview with a German reporter in "The Subject of Our First Issue Is Art." In the title story, a closeted heroin dealer follows a ghostly girl into an Oakland graveyard. And in "Rancho Brava," the conductor of a focus group about corporate salsa keeps getting interrupted by visitors from the Old West. Alternating between the comic, the tragic, and the neurotic -- and often all three at once -- McLeod's second collection transports readers from the American mainstream to the dark edges of cities and the heartland's lost, forgotten towns, into the lives of people trying to decipher if they can escape their pasts, and at what cost.

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Exit the Friend Zone (On the Road to Love) by Verlene Landon (95 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Can friends navigate the precarious path out of the friend zone, or will they be stuck there forever? Best friends Josh and Cait have shared everything -- except a bed. Josh wants more than a friendship, while Cait has sworn off relationships. A friends-with-benefits relationship seems to be the perfect way for them both to get what they think they want. Redefining the boundaries of friendship means taking your foot off the brake and driving full speed ahead. previously titled Be Supportive Though the way can be rough, there are no wrong turns on the road to love, just different paths to arrive at a happily ever after.

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The Governess Gambit: A Wild Wynchesters Prequel by Erica Ridley (WebMotion) (2,326 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

An exciting prequel to THE DUKE HEIST. Meet the Wild Wynchesters: This fun-loving, caper-committing family of tight-knit siblings can't help but find love and adventure! Years ago, Chloe Wynchester and five other uniquely talented orphans were adopted by a wealthy baron with a secret mission: The motley Wynchester family fights for justice from the margins of high society. And the handsome, clever duke Chloe has long admired proves to be her worst enemy... An unscrupulous boarding school is exploiting orphans in a secret workhouse. Baron Vanderbean plots a daring rescue. When illness befalls him, Chloe must take the reins. But how can a lifelong wallflower lead the charge to save the children? "I want to be a Wynchester!" -- Eloisa James

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Love On Willow Loop (Fake It) by Carina Taylor (182 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Tori walks the dogs on Willow Loop every day at the same time. She's had the same routine for three years, and nothing has ever changed it. Ian is new to the neighborhood and recently adopted a dog from the shelter. A freak accident involving the excitable fluffball throws the two together for better-or worse. NOTE: this is a clean romantic-comedy novelette with lots of laughs, dogs, and one jealous beta fish.

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Love Those Curves: Instalove Romance Box Set (Sara's Dreams) by Sara Hazel (601 Reviews)    Price verified 16 hours ago

The perfect introduction to the sugary sweet and steamy world of Sara Hazel! This box set contains three of my curvy romance novellas in a wide range of genres that I write in. All books have that Instalove flavor you've come to expect from me. Books Included: Mafia Romance -- Dirty Curvy Dark Romance -- Her Curves: His Obsession (Book 1 in the Her Curves series!) Mountain Man Romance -- Mountain Man's Curvy Love

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Doubtful Kiss (Book 1): A Love That Happened By Chance by Royana Hamilton (74 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

? Having nearly lost her career, she had suffered an uncomfortable breakup when her then-boyfriend and cousin started seeing each other. ? Melissa's painful experience from her previous relationship with Paul, and the insecurities that she developed as a result, begin to catch up to her. ? While she is falling hopefully in love with Derek, she doesn't want their relationship to be public for fear of losing her sanity and her career. ? When a colleague spots them both together, Melissa's insecurities come to the surface leading to a confrontation with Derek that threatens to break them apart. ? Will her losing control tear her relationship with Derek apart? Will Derek break up with her for being obviously disrespectful and mean? ? Now, what in the world Paul is thinking showing up on her doorstep?

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Tall Dark & Obnoxious: A Moreno Brother's short (Moreno Brothers) by Elizabeth Reyes (115 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"Maybe you're the sun and I'm the moon and we were never meant to collide. But wouldn't it be spectacular if we ever did?" Tall Dark & Obnoxious is the long awaited romantic comedy short of Pat (Isabel's older sister from Romero) And Max (Romero's obnoxious uncle) it was previously released exclusively on my website. It's not as short as you'd expect, over 20k words long and it's yours for FREE! All I ask is that you kindly leave a review.

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Tales of Tervia - Gripping High Fantasy Stories From A Monstrous World by Richie Billing (65 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"Billing is an imagination stoker, a writer cloaked in humanity's secrets, with a coveted writing style that grips a reader's own inner demons. He is an author to watch." Whiskey & Wit Book Reviews "Strange, new monsters, different heroes and endings that make the reader think, 'What will happen next?' P.K. Macy Readers of Joe Abercrombie and George RR Martin will appreciate the gritty realism of Richie Billing's writing, yet at times it possesses a light-hearted and humorous touch akin to the works of James Barclay and Nicholas Eames. And for those who adore the coming of age heroes of Brandon Sanderson and Patrick Rothfuss, you'll find characters that will whisk you away on epic journeys of discovery, intrigue, friendship and love. Tervia. A land of forgotten magic, foul beasts, and heroes in all shapes and sizes. Marry yourself to the causes of a dynamic and charismatic cast of characters as they battle their way through the gritty high fantasy world of Tervia. Their ...

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Mehbub Gulley : Short Stories from India by Thanksy Francis (Notion Press) (63 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"There is a delicate humour here that will have you laughing out loud." - Rohini Nair, Asian Age (Mumbai & Pune) "(Her) style is simple yet she keeps one absorbed in the fate of her characters through observation, insight and a sense of humour." - Eunice De Souza, Mumbai Mirror Stefan, an art collector from Vienna, engrossed in his search for a meaning in life, finds a treasure under the shadows of the Charminar in the shape of a brown nymph with a small round face, wearing large glasses and sporting a severe look. But then he has the matter of the hockey sticks to contend with. "Hockey sticks seemed to be rated as the favourite article of accoutrement for men having a higher-than-the-average sense of moral outrage in India". Stefan has the task of convincing Qudsiya's hockey stick wielding uncles that he means well... In New Ashokapur, Deputy Secretary Shiva Shambo is faced with the formidable challenge of launching the Stink Bum, an ultimate smelly weapon of aggression against ...

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A Strict Lesson (The Strict Series Book 1) by Eliza Quinn (266 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

Rule #1: Never get involved with a student. Professor Patel Park knows better than to risk his career on a student. It was right there in the rules; rule number one, to be exact. So what if it was his own personal rule? But when Tatiana Edwards enters his classroom, he knows things are about to heat up. Because she's attractive as can be and there's a look in her eyes begging him to dominate her. Tatiana wants to seduce her anatomy professor. Tatiana isn't happy about her unexpected move, but when she meets her new anatomy professor, she can't stop thinking about him. She can't stop imagining him taking control and taking her. Is he the kind of guy that's into all the dark things she wants? Or is he as vanilla and boring as most of the guys that try to come on to her? There's only one way to find out!

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Gone Wishing: A Steel City Genie Short Novella (The Steel City Genie) by Janeen Ippolito (Janeen Ippolito LLC) (43 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Fishing. Sibling bonding. Hungry, deadly bridge trolls. My half-brother Gideon and I just wanted a lazy evening fishing along the Allegheny river. Considering we work crappy jobs in the Fae slums of Pittsburgh, we needed the break. Then the bridge trolls show up. They grab Gideon as the main course, and me as an appetizer. Normally, the Fae cops charge in to save the day. But when you're a half-genie with scattered magic and criminal status just for existing, no Fae show up to help you. Even if Gideon is the world's cutest otter shifter. So it's up to me, Allis Evanenko, to get us out of this mess -- and rescue the humans captured by the trolls. Well, this should be fun. At least Gideon has a cello. Buy now and enjoy a short novella prequel to The Steel City Genie series. Features snark-with-heart, quirky world building, and magic cellos. The Steel City Genie Series - Best Read in Order! Prequel Novella - Gone Wishing Book 1 - If Wishes Were Curses Book 2 - Wish You Weren't ...

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She's the One (Maybe I Love You Book 1) by Avery Summer (138 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Vivian Dutoit has always believed that one day she will fall impossibly in love. She meets women from all walks of life while working as a cocktail waitress in a basement bar. But deep down, Viv knows that when the right lady comes along, it will be love at first sight. So, when Savannah Jeffries waltzes in one day, Vivian feels that fate has finally led her to the woman of her dreams. Unfortunately for Viv, to find happiness she needs to dance her way through the emotional minefield of customers, her ex-girlfriend, her friends and housemates. Will Vivian be able to hold her life together for long enough to convince Sav that they belong together? It will take a little bit of luck, because Viv will also need to clear one final hurdle... The fact that Savannah insists that she is straight. Author's note: She's the One is the first in Maybe I Love You series. It is a sweet novella filled with ups and downs that will leave you craving more. Scroll up to one-click this sizzling new ...

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All the Way: A Dad's Best Friend Novella (Unexpected Love Book 1) by Violet Haze (Stoked Publishing House) (713 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

In one day, I get fired from my job and discover my long-term boyfriend is cheating on me. Guess now is the perfect time to return home and visit my dad while rebuilding my life. Turns out he's on vacation and his best friend Theo is staying with us. Standing undressed in the bedroom doorway, he stares at me with hunger in his eyes, and the last thing I'll do is deny him what we both want. When one passionate kiss leads to something more, what will my father have to say about us taking our mutual attraction all the way? This short and steamy story is first in a series of standalone novellas!

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One Hot Night (Caught Series) by Kacey Shea (Kacey Shea Books LLC) (485 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

"You're trouble, you know that?" Fire captain Cameron McClain thinks I'm the meddlesome one, but he's the instigator. His rugged good looks and confident sense of humor should be illegal. Not to mention his dimples. They're partially to blame for why I leave this party and follow him back to his room. I knew we had chemistry, but from the second his lips meet mine, my body catches on fire. All it takes is one touch and the attraction between us combusts into an undeniable heat. One hot night. That's all we were meant to be. But now that I know how good we are together, how can I stay away? One Hot Night is a prequel to Caught in the Lies.

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Fighting for Forever (The Springs Book 10) by Elena Aitken (InkBlot Communications) (182 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"With the right person, marriage isn't a life sentence. It's a life." Ever since falling in love at The Springs, Rhys and Kari have been living a fairy tale, but fairy tales aren't real. Or are they? When Kari runs from the idea of forever, Rhys will have to fight for them. But will it be enough? **Please note this is a short story in the Springs Series and is best enjoyed after reading Falling into Forever and the rest of the Springs Series**

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We'll Meet Again: A beautiful and uplifting new short story from the Sunday Times Bestseller by Cathy Bramley (Orion) (765 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Enjoy this sweet and hopeful short story from bestseller Cathy Bramley! For nurse Jenny Hallam, there's no such thing as a quiet day (or night) at work. But even with WWII rumbling away, Jenny still has time, patience and kindness for everyone she treats, with plenty to spare for her two young children at home. From his sickbed, handsome but shy Pilot Officer Will Rose has noticed Jenny's gentle ways. When the two of them spark up a conversation, a friendship blossoms that brings out a new hope in them both. Friendship is all their connection can be for now - but nothing stays the same in the war... What might happen if they were to meet again? This is the perfect introduction to Cathy Bramley's stories or a lovely treat for longtime fans. Also includes a gorgeous taster of her upcoming novel, A Patchwork Family! ***** Praise for Cathy Bramley from some of your other favourite authors: 'Delightful!' Katie Fforde 'A page-turner of a story' Milly Johnson 'Delightfully warm ...

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Unfollowing My Ex: A Growing Short Story (East Coast - West Coast Series Book 1) by Laro Claitty (Ladero Press) (24 Reviews)    Price verified 16 hours ago

The breakup was bad. I mean the kind of I-can't-help-but-gasp-at-the-mere-passing-thought-of-his-name-much-less-an-entire-intentionally-cultivated-thought bad. Yep, that kind of bad. When things go south (more east) in this romance, Aubrey Sanders decides that she needs to distance herself from her ex, Dexter Reed. From Facebook to LinkedIn, Aubrey finds that her life is inexplicably tied to his and untangling it is more than a notion.

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Moonshine: A Short Story: (West Country Trilogy Prequel) by Johanna Craven (48 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Cornwall, England. 1726. Isaac Bailey returns home after four years at sea, expecting a welcome from his family. Instead, he finds his parents' graves and his sister, Scarlett, waiting to be rescued from the orphanage. Against his will, Isaac is thrust into a world of smuggling, forced into the service of wealthy syndicate boss Charles Reuben. "Prove yourself trustworthy," says Flora, the witch's daughter, "and the chance for escape will come." But as Isaac sets about gaining Reuben's trust, he unwittingly draws Scarlett and Flora into his dangerous world of midnight landings. And the harder he tries to pull them from the smugglers' net, the harder they are entangled. Find out where it all began in this short story prequel to the West Country Trilogy, set fourteen years before the events of Book One.

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An Indecent Wager (A Steamy Regency Romance Book 3) by Georgette Brown (Wind Color Press) (1,267 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

A Super Sexy Historical Romance For debt-ridden Deana Herwood, losing a hand of cards to the wealthy Lord Rockwell was bad enough. To settler her loss, she must offer her body to him for one night of pleasure. When she expresses her reservations, he offers an even more outrageous proposition. Can she win the wager or will her body succumb to the wicked attentions of Lord Rockwell?

Genre: Short Stories

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - Regendered by L.E. Smart (45 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's collection of stories featuring the world's greatest consulting detective has now been re-written, with all the characters regendered. Now follow Miss Sherlock Holmes as she uses her unparalleled powers of deduction to solve her most challenging mysteries. The Adventures of Sherlock Homes is a collection of twelve of the best stories featuring the great detective. From unravelling the curious circumstances her new client finds herself in in The Red-Headed League to discovering the mysterious cause of death during The Adventure of the Speckled Band, Miss Sherlock Holmes's powers of deduction will astound you!

Genre: Short Stories