Mated To The Dragon: (Royal Mates Saga, Book 1) by Wanda E. Moody (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"Lyzaria! How did I explain the forest to you?" My father gave me a stern reprimand. The fury in his words made me wince, and I swiftly withdrew my palm from inches from the tree trunk. I apologize, father; I was powerless. "The trees are really gorgeous," I said as I turned to face him. His face soften a little, and he takes me in his powerful arms. I press my face against his shoulder and put my little arms around his neck. He gives me a strong hug before carrying me out of the woodland. "Why can't we go into the forest?" As we climb the slope, I inquire, glancing over his shoulder to see the crimson and gold leaves gradually fade from view. He sighs, "The forest is a dangerous place." "How can something so beautiful be so dangerous?" I muttered, perplexed. "The danger is in its beauty."

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The Alphas Echo: A Werewolf's Rejected Destiny | Rejected and Second Chance Werewolf Shifter Romance by Wanda E. Moody (3 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Sara was the lone misfit in her group. She was the goodie two shoes, never having smoked or drunk, and as innocent as an angel. However, she found her mate -- the one and only Alpha-too-be -- when she matured to the age of 17. However, he did not hesitate to reject her upon realizing that she was his mate. a broken-hearted Sara vanishes into thin air, leaving the pack behind. However, a year and a half later, Sara finds herself hurt and in need of assistance on the fringes of her former pack. Will the leader who turned her down assist her? Is he able to acknowledge her change? Will she allow herself to have a nice final days?

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Tales from the Parish: 31 humorous short stories about community, family and village life, set in the English countryside by Stefania Hartley (The Sicilian Mama) (49 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Perfect for fans of Gervase Phinn, James Herriot and Alexander McCall Smith. Father Okoli dreams of owning a flock of hens and studying for a PhD, when his bishop saddles him with yet another parish to look after. But as Father moves to Moreton-on-the-Edge, a farming village in the English Cotswolds, he's plugged into a community of warm-hearted characters, from the motherly parish secretary to her septuagenarian neighbour who's become a cycling champion, and from teenagers requiring driving lessons to atheist publicans who believe in miracles. Between a wacky race and a scarecrow competition, a village fête and a mop fair, Father foils cattle rustlers, fends off foxes and goes viral on the internet. As the community pulls together to reopen the village's Electric Picture House, dreams are fulfilled, teen love blossoms and Father Okoli feels that Moreton-on-the-Edge is now home. Divided into thirty-one short self-contained small chapters, this popular series from The People's Friend includes one brand-new story never published before. Hartley has once again produced a collection of heart-warming, uplifting stories, this time set in that mythical English village we all wished we lived in. -- Sandy Salisbury I love all your writing, Stefania. Everything you write is a delight, and leaves one smiling. -- Mary Jasper on Twitter A whimsical and captivating series of short stories about village life in the English countryside, centred on the humorous life of a new parish priest. -- Philippa Carey

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His Betrayal: Fated Mates Werewolf Shifter Romance by Wanda E. Moody (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

In a world where werewolf tradition shapes destinies, seventeen-year-old Marianna is an anomaly. She hasn't shifted yet, and her parents think it's because she hasn't found her mate. So, they send her away to her grandparents' pack, where the soon-to-be Alpha is still yet to be mated. Marianna wonders: Could he be the one? And even if he is, would falling for him be worth the inevitable betrayal?

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My Unlikely CEO: A Sapphic Romance by Fanny Moni (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Fleeing from a haunting history and fueled by aspirations for her future, Muna Johnson traverses the nation to embrace a new role as the Personal Assistant to the CEO of 'Starlight Industries'. She soon realizes that the CEO defies her initial expectations. Embark with Muna on an exhilarating quest of self-exploration, recovery, and excitement. Above all, witness her journey of finding love in the most unexpected places...

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Mending Our Love: (Lunar Chronicles Tetralogy, Book 4) by Wanda E. Moody Price verified 3 hours ago

He held the bloodline of the Beta and the Beast. She held the bloodline of the Gamma. They were destined to be together since born. But one incident pulled them apart for 2 years. He wanted nothing to do with her. But she wasn't going to give up until she has him. He thought he had broken their love. And her goal was to mend their love. Will she be able to mend their love? Or the both of them will be left in their broken state?

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Dark Innocence by Erika Phillips (3 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Jazmine is on the run from the Lamia. She has committed the one sin that has caused them to hunt her and, ultimately, could end her life. Now she is desperate to figure out her next move. An old friend helps her find a place to hide wherein she discovers they may have ulterior motives for letting her stay. Then, she meets Christian and he ignites a flame in her that she thought no man could summon again. Christian awakens a passion and desire that they can't deny. Yet, when she learns of a prophecy, she begins to question his intentions. Will the Lamia find her before she has a chance to learn the truth about her future?

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Sucked Away by Joshua Scribner (6 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

You can hide from your past, but it'll find you eventually. When it does, just hope you're not sucked away.

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The Gravedigger's Daughter: Ghost stories and other otherworldly tales by Donald Olson (Lume Books) (68 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Ghosts gay and straight, living and dead, haunt the pages of this collection of tales set in five different locales and time periods. Victorian London is the background for The Gravedigger's Daughter, a novella-length thriller about an impoverished young woman raised in a cemetery and forced into the ghoulish life of a grave robber. In Uncle Jack, the penniless nephew of a 1950s film star inherits his dead uncle's mid-century modern house in Beverly Hills and gradually realizes that he is not the only one laying claim to the estate. In The Selfie of Doralynne Gray, a selfie-obsessed woman is taken hostage by her own image. A restoration project on a 500-year-old manor in Provence draws antiques-dealer Michael Fischer, the title character in Michael's St. Michael into a terrifying encounter with a violent and unquiet past. And when a homophobic teenager named Slayde destroys his gay neighbour's cherished collection of garden gnomes, he learns to his horror that the gnomes in Gnome Man's Land are not the gentle creatures everyone thinks they are. Praise for Donald Olson: 'Gay or straight, readers of all persuasions will enjoy this romp through the idiosyncrasies of human nature' - Robin Karr-Morse, author of Ghosts from the Nursery Donald S. Olson is a novelist, playwright and travel writer. His published novels include The Secrets of Mabel Eastlake, the first trans-thriller, and the internationally published rom-coms My Three Husbands and Memoirs Are Made of This, written as Swan Adamson.

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Strange Stories from Marseille (Weird Tales Book 2) by Maximin Chabrol (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Unravel the Mysteries: Strange Stories from Marseille Embark on an extraordinary journey with "Strange Stories from Marseille," a collection of horror short stories that defy clichés. Immerse yourself in the authentic legends of Marseille, where reality blends with dark mysteries, challenging the boundaries between fiction and reality. Embark on a journey through the hidden corners of Marseille with "Strange Stories from Marseille," a collection of fantastic and horrifying short stories. Encounter peculiar characters, victims of curses, and protagonists of gloomy destinies, all within the vibrant tapestry of an authentic Marseille immersed in legends. Dive into the mysterious world of "Strange Stories from Marseille," where: ? Urban Legends Unveil: Explore unconventional narratives that go beyond stereotypes, unraveling tales from the Borély Monster to Marseille Baby and The Fallen Angel of the Cinq-Avenues. ? Authentic Marseille: Immerse yourself in the heart of Marseille, far from the typical clichés, and experience the city as it unfolds in legends and dark mysteries, challenging the boundaries between fiction and reality. ? Tantalizing Table of Contents: • The Skinned Man • Remember Château-Gombert • The Borély Monster • Sleep with me, Free Breakfast • The Curious Hairdresser in La Plaine • Marseille, Baby • The Fallen Angel of the Cinq-Avenues • The Witches of Noailles • The Last Mortals of Marseille Will you be able to navigate the intricate web of these strange stories and discern between the realms of imagination and reality? ? Sequel to Strange Stories from Egypt: Following the success of "Strange Stories from Egypt," this is the second book in the fantastic stories series.

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Fear of the Scarecrow by Anthony Renfro (16 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

Wronged by his wife. Humiliated. Devastated. A man's thoughts turn to revenge and he seeks out justice in a most unlikely way. Sometimes justice comes with a price. Be careful what you wish for. Bonus Story: A Haunted House Tale Five college students on Halloween night set out to discover the secrets of the town's most infamous haunted house. Will these students live to see the morning or will this house claim five more victims? Bonus Story: SHe A monster stalks the city of Tampa Bay. This monster is slaughtering women and taking only the one thing it needs. Tim Roberts, a detective, is hot on this monster's trail. Will he catch this monster in time or will this monster kill until it has completed its task? Be careful Tim, this monster has a secret yet to be revealed.

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The Mountain Man and the Nanny (The Mountain Men of White River Book 2) by Sena Sage (25 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

I love the little boy I nanny for, but I live for the days his hot uncle comes to visit. Grayson Sharpe is White River's most eligible bachelor. The single women in town all flock to his hardware store in a desperate attempt to catch his attention. He's also the uncle of the little boy I nanny for, and when he stops by to visit his nephew, I understand why all of the women want him. He's big, burly, handsome, and watching him play with Hudson is so adorable it makes me swoon. But he's my boss's twin brother and even flirting with him could get me fired from the best job I've ever had. So I resign myself to just crushing on him from afar. Until he offers to drive me home from work in the middle of a crazy snow storm. When we end up at his hardware store, snowed in alone together, I can't help but feel some serious sparks between us, especially when he does this playful flirty thing that makes my insides melt. Surely a little snowed-in hook up couldn't hurt, right? The Mountain Man and the Nanny is a short, cute Instalove age-gap romance.

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Where the Busses Don't Run: Noir Shots by Bobby Underwood (Amazon.com Services LLC) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The third entry in the Noir Shots series of short noir stories is a deeply moving and emotionally powerful tale of big city despair. Two children growing up together are at the whims of a father who might be far more than just a mean drunkard. As they grow closer, forming a bond borne of circumstance and desperation, their lives spiral toward an act of violence that almost seems fated. Beginning at the end, and then revealing how it got there through the haunted memories of the young man, a heartbreaking story emerges. * This ceaselessly somber noir contains mature themes and sensitive subject matter unsuitable for younger audiences. *

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The Day It All Changed by Nicole Emmalee Morgan (2 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

We've all heard of it. It's the fork in the road decision that changes your life forever. Most of the time your decision is not even a question of right or wrong. I believe everyone gets to make this choice at least once in their lifetime. Like a lot of people, I didn't even know I was making it. I simply decided to knock on a door. The events that followed were unimaginable. Also included is the bonus short story: Throwing Eyeballs, a prequel to The Day It All Changed.

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Kitan Club Vol26: A boy is standing in an empty train station. A large train arrives at the platform. With tears in his eyes, he waits for his ... by Alan Edoh (Halolub Co.,Ltd.) (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Episode 54: The Station I am aiming to be a novelist and repeatedly have stories published in magazines. I try to write a short horror story sponsored by a publisher, but I cannot write anything good and the deadline is approaching soon. When I desperately try to write, I hear the sounds of ambulances and fire engines. There seems to be a family suicide nearby. The family was the one I saw at a fireworks display earlier. When I hear that all of the family members seemed to be saved, I am relieved. I go to work to complete the short story. Eventually, though, things go in unexpected ways. Episode 55: The Blind Monk Without Ears The last battle between Heike and Genji was held at Dannoura, and Heike was destroyed. However, the samurais of the Heike who died in the battle become ghosts, and these ghosts bother people for hundreds of years. There is a blind monk named Hoichi. Although he has had a hard time from an early age, he has a talent for playing and talking with Biwa and earns a living by polishing it. One day, a samurai comes and says that the nobles want to hear Hoichi's biwa story, and he takes Hoichi to them. He thinks he is playing in front of aristocrats in a luxurious mansion, but he actually has been deceived by a ghost of the Heike. The superior monk who notices it devises a strategy to save Hoichi. However, an unexpected situation comes up. Episode 56: The Sea Paintings A painter lives with his wife in a port town. The painter, who is very popular and has a constant demand for his works, lives a wealthy life. However, they prefer a quiet life rather than luxury. They like to have picnics near a famous place named Little Cliff, especially when the weather is nice. Yet the wife comes down with lung disease and dies. The mourning painter begins painting the sea, and only the sea, losing all of his customers. In the end, he stands on the cliff's edge, prays, and throws himself into the sea. At that time, a miracle occurs. Episode 57: A Firefly A young ...

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SEBASTIAN: (Shaw Family Series Book One) by Andrea Marie (31 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Being the oldest of twelve children isn't what everyone would think it would be. There is a lot of responsibility and hard work to be put in. Then my father passes, leaving me the oldest male at just twenty years young to take on responsibilities of being the head of the household. On his death bed he asks me to help take care of my Mom and eleven younger siblings. To say my dreams for a fun, exciting life and a chance at young love died in that hospital room, is an understatement. Now, at the age of thirty-five, I may finally have the chance at true love. That's if she'll give me half a chance. This is the first installment of the Shaw Family Series. Each Instalove story is standalone.

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The Land of Long Shadows by JJ Shurte (9 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

These are not tales of survival, but tales of dying. In the heart of chaos, where two nuclear superpowers clash, an unrecognized island nation becomes the crucible of a world unraveling. Dark deeds birthed an apocalypse, shattering reality itself. City streets sink into nightmarish quagmires, and colossal pillars hold the sky aloft. From the shadows of this fractured world emerges a menagerie of horrors, stalking both the living and the dead. Some succumb to madness, becoming wretched beasts, while others, their sanity intact, grapple with the unanswerable question: why were they spared? Dive into The Land of Long Shadows, a collection of 11 gripping, post-apocalyptic tales, where survival means confronting the darkest facets of humanity and the unknown. Are you ready to journey through a world where death is not the end, but the beginning of something far more sinister?

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Possession by Patrick de Moss (7 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

From the forthcoming short story collection "Kings of Nowhere". Elliott, missing and presumed dead for the past two years arrives back in Foulton and into the care of his high-school friend Brian. Washed-up, broken in mind and body, but carrying with him something so terribly precious Brian cannot refuse to take him in. While Elliott may have lost everything about himself, there is still that one thing, that dark awful thing he has found in his two years in the wilderness, and Brian begins to want it for himself. A ghost story, of sorts, and a tale of memory and ownership and the price of both.

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Homework with her Dirty StepDaddy (Taught by Her Dirty StepDaddy Book 2) by Mary Potter (31 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

She's out of control... and beautiful and innocent. My stepdaughter is about to flunk out of college but she's really taking advantage of the opportunity to complete her summer program and get back on track. Of course, she needs some help along the way and most of that help comes from me spanking her until her ass cheeks are bright red. She's trying hard to submit to all the new rules she has, but I'm proud of her. She's willing to submit to the new rules and she's also eager for the other part of our deal. I promised to teach her all about sex, and I'm moving slowly, trying to make it about her and not me. How the hell am I supposed to resist just taking her? How in the world am I supposed to make it about her when I know she'll happily and eagerly make it all about me? How is a man supposed to resist an innocent, eager young woman like Nicole? This dirty StepDaddy wants everything she'll give me!

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Onwards to the Paramecietic System: Excursion through the Absurd [212] (Campy Sci-Fi Shorts Book 3) by Arsidious The Great Writer Price verified 7 hours ago

As we continue our journey to find the mysterious prose and save the universe, I, Reblic, turn to my comrades who are busy with various chores that have to do with ship maintenance, like sweeping, window cleaning, computer defragging, upgrading Wifi system and firewalls, replacing broken shutters, and so forth. "We never made it to the Paramecietic system where the Daphnianets and the Amebanaughts have been fighting an ancient war for trillions of microsects. Maybe we should continue our search there?" Frac put down his yellow seasonal paper clips and turns with an excited look on his face. "I think that would be a most excellent idea! I hear they have a corn dog festival there this time of year, with all kinds of corn dogs - even ones made with real corn!"

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Hacker School Trilogy (cyberhug.me Book 0) by Allan R. Wallace (Allan Wallace) (18 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Ascent To Hacker School: After chaos; something promising. The addition of Jake and David's stories completes this Hacker School trilogy - a requested prelude to the cyberhug.me trilogy. The coming apocalypse can lead to a better future. Maybe. In a dystopian world, who will decide the future of mankind? • After the Great Chaos, Jake's tribe decides it's time to expand from their hidden valley and once more deal with other societies. • David's tribe is trying to gather technology and reconstruct some of the technical marvels that once existed. They are violently opposed by anti-scavengers that wait for promised help from now vanished bureaucracies. • Charlene is mostly healed from her many battles. She's surprised by what may be a way to survive. Does this technocrat really offer a small chance of escape? Maybe human rights hacktivism is in her future. Probably not. Is it foolish to trust someone just because he remembers how to laugh?

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The Long Road Home (a Short Story) by Alex Tanner (Beat Generation Books) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

We like to believe our lives are following the path we have set for ourselves. Until that path changes, and we realise that we're on train tracks that we are destined to follow. Can our destination be changed?

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Rise: A Collection Inspired by Lift by Rebecca K. O'Connor (22 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

In celebration of the Kindle version release of LIFT, an award-winning falconry memoir, author Rebecca K. O'Connor shares a complementary collection of essays, short stories and poetry that further examines life in the shadow of a raptor's wings. LIFT, Rebecca K. O'Connor's arresting memoir of love, loss, relationships and one impossible peregrine falcon is further illuminated with this collection of writings on the world of falconry. The opening short story, "A Good Falconer Lets Go," about a teenage boy and his red-tailed hawk is a classic coming-of-age tale with a falconry twist. If you are a dog lover, "Heart to Tear" and "About a Dog", essays which read like O'Connor's love songs to the dogs of falconry will resonate with you, if not evoke a few tears. In short essays such as "The Knife" and "Storytelling" O'Connor explores early moments in falconry in the icy-clear voice readers grew to love in LIFT. The collection also includes a glossary on falconry and a bonus excerpt of her novel in progress, a post-apocalyptic wilderness adventure. If you have read LIFT and loved it, this short collection will add to your experience. If you've yet to read O'Connor's writing, RISE may encourage you to read more. ~~Praise for LIFT~~ **Novelist and nature reference author O'Connor (Falcon's Return) crafts a lyrical tribute to the spiritual connection between humans and birds in this memoir of the excruciating, transformative process of training a peregrine falcon: "Falconry is a religion, a way of thinking, a means of experiencing life." Indeed, readers will find almost as much spiritual content as natural. Despite O'Connor's icy-clear voice, her descriptions of training a young male falcon are fascinating for bird lovers and civilians alike: "when the falcon connects a high-speed dive... the duck remains a piece of the sky and only its body careens to earth." Surprisingly, periodic flashbacks to a troubled childhood -- an abusive stepfather, an absentee mother -- ...

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Dark Corners by William Andrews (Amazon Digital Services, Inc.) (52 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

DARK CORNERS is a short story anthology showcasing the various styles, genres and influences of William Andrews. Most of these are dark as Hell. Embrace the darkness and read on... If you dare!

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Death Calls by Courtney Vail (Little Prince Publishing) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

A collection of short stories, poems and other goodies. Each piece in Death Calls touches on life's journey, death or dying in Courtney Vail's own freakish way. Some works are quirky, some funny, some gross, some resonating, but all pretty weird. Enjoy!

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Time to Think by Rigby Taylor (62 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Time To Think is an amusing, thoughtful and sexy collection of eight short tales about the human condition -- and how some gays cope. ?Sebastian and Reginald have a close encounter with visiting evangelists. ?Robert is so influenced by his sexy cousin and a book he read he does something foolish that has disastrous consequences. ?An unwelcome visiting bore is startled into fearful flight by his host's extempore philosophising. ?To his parents' slightly shocked surprise, a young man pursuing his eccentric pleasures is misunderstood by a lusty divorcee, and is only extricated from self-harm by discovering and accepting the rest of his character. ?The utter boredom of Charlie's life in a Nursing Home has been alleviated by the arrival of Mal... but there are problems to be solved. ?In the not too distant future, an accidentally irradiated young man sires a very strange young child who teams up with his lover, an artificial insemination doctor to create a new species of human... Are they the forerunners of a brave new world? Or is it too late? ?A middle-aged man has a run in with his obnoxious nephew over a singing trophy, which caused him great agony of spirit when he was a student. ?After a shy youth is talked into spending a weekend with an older man, he develops a taste for sex and decides to seduce his Maths teacher; with amusing consequences.

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American Superhero by John Davis (Serenity Valley Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Not all heroes wear capes. With the city of Arcstead on the verge of civil war, its mayor and Frank Nemesis both begin recruiting their side's leaders. Detectives, serial killers, biker gangs and plenty of other formidable people will now become warriors. But who will survive?

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Judgement: A Shadows and Light Short Story by Hayley Camille (SpearPoint Press) (14 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In the shadow of Mortwood Forest dwells the most prolific murderer of the Kingdom. The curse he carries, however, may also make him their saviour. In a world where magic is lost and innocence is stolen, a prophecy begins. The darkest intentions hidden within every man's soul are exposed, as Shadows and Light, and only one has the power to Judge them. But he is not what you expect...

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Eyes in the Darkness: An Isiir Short Story by C. J. LaPolla (12 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Evil lurks in the shadows and waits to pull a young dreamer into a nightmare... Keo spends her evenings watching the stars traverse the sky above and dreams about the world being different than it is. She gets her wish as an ancient enemy emerges from the darkness to pull her into a nightmare. Before the evening ends she is thrust into an adventure that may be told as a legend for ages to come. Eyes in the Darkness is a standalone horror fantasy action adventure short story in the world of Isiir set thousands of years in the past from the novels Within the Ice, Out of the Ice, and Eryn's Tale.

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When Lyric Met Limerick: A Novelette (Seattle Trilogy) by Dawn V. Cahill (29 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

It's 1983. Howard aspires to be the next Bruce Springsteen, and doesn't mind bending a few rules to get there. Then he meets "Luna Tunes," who sells limericks for a living. Sure, she's cute, but who does that? And why is she with that goon Brian? Before Howard can even get her number, he gets arrested for shoplifting. And little does he know a jealous boyfriend awaits his release...

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Connections eMagazine Vol 9 Issue 1: 1st Quarter 2023 (Connections eZine Book 21) by MPSmith Publishing (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Connections eMagazine is a quarterly publication created to help authors connect with readers, reviewers, and bloggers. The magazine is produced seasonally. IN THIS ISSUE... Naked and Afraid - Sam Mouzer bares it all. Exclusive interviews with critically acclaimed authors KC Frifant, Jennifer Lieberman, WL Hawkin and the writing duo Charles Breakfield and Roxanne Burkey, short stories, new releases and so much more

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Shattered Souls of Innocence by Melissa Ohnoutka (Specter Publishing) (23 Reviews)    Price verified 46 minutes ago

** This is a SHORT STORY ** Hailey Devlin and Patrick Roark survived their nightmare in "Faithful Deceptions." But what about all the others? Will putting a man behind bars for his crimes really stop any of the suffering? The demand is still there. Therefore the horrendous cycle just keeps on going. Can anyone really hope to stop this madness?... One man is determined to try. Shattered Souls of Innocence is a Short Story prequel to "Target of Betrayal," which was released in 2011.

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Flying Toasters - The DeadPixel Tales by Brian Braden (DeadPixel Publications) (55 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

FLYING TOASTERS - THE DEADPIXEL TALES is a collection of engaging short stories that range from gritty to haunting. Thought-provoking to ridiculous. The authors of DeadPixel Publications craft tales that will appeal to all readers through solid storytelling, crossing genre lines, and focusing on brilliant characters and twisted plots. In THE MAN UPSTAIRS, Hanna Elizabeth cooks up a ghost story flavored with dashes of wit, humor, and a generous spoonful of old fashioned revenge. The Wild West is given a supernatural face in THE CAVE, as Brian L. Braden crafts a beautiful, subtly creepy tale steeped in mystery, courage, and death. Robert Brumm takes on immortality in MY DEAD FRIEND NANCY, reminding us to be careful what we wish for. In THE LIGHTGIVER, Thomas Cardin takes us into an intriguing world where a slave's escape from sinister overlords begins a descent into darkness that reveals his own inner light. ALTITUDE SICKNESS by C.M. Saunders is a white-knuckle account of fate and revenge at 35,000 feet. In PRISM, John Gregory Hancock introduces a reluctant fantasy hero who is forced into mystery and adventure. And finally, in THE BALLAD OF AZRON BEZRON, Steven Wetherell shares a witty tale about a thief grudgingly sent on a hero's quest. One or more of the stories in this book contain language meant for adults. If you're easily offended by curse words and are quick to write negatives reviews based solely on them, this might not be the book for you. DeadPixel Publications is just a bunch of people with day jobs, writing for the pure love of the craft and hoping for a little success along the way. By joining forces we help promote each other and create a community of sharing and collaboration with one goal in mind: Helping the public find some kick ass books to read (if we do say so ourselves).

Genre: Short Stories

Me and Brad (A short story) by Mal Olson (60 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

A feel good short story where an adopted dog plays cupid to a young woman suffering from a broken heart and the sexy sheriff who pulls her over for speeding. Length apx 5000 words plus bonus excerpts.

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True Colors and Other Short Stories by Michelle D. Argyle (MDA Books) (19 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

In this short story collection, Michelle Davidson Argyle shares sixteen of her literary pieces written during 1999 - 2011. In the title story, "True Colors," the main character fights her vibrant personality against the true darkness lurking within her. The story builds until a row of six dead birds stop her in her tracks. In the opening story, "Thread," (also published in the 2011 collection, Stories for Sendai), a married couple's reaction to the Sendai earthquake and tsunami on March 11th, 2011 reveals their own earth-shattering issues and what must be done to solve them. The lizard on the cover represents the story, "The Threshold," about a young boy with an intense physical attraction to a girl he's not supposed to touch. True Colors is a collection of quiet stories exploring the hidden, but often overlooked colors we try to hide every day. Sometimes they shouldn't be hidden at all. Also included are several poems and one prose poem picked as the staff choice award in New Mexico's Literary journal, Scribendi (2002).

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Cruel Mercy by Christopher Kai (Luminare Books) (23 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

In a post-apocalyptic future, a mother is faced with an unspeakable choice when she and her young son are ambushed by the living dead.

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The Red Room (31 Horrifying Tales From The Dead Series 1) by Drac Von Stoller (52 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Darren and his family just got back from their vacation when Darren received a phone call from his aunt. Darren's uncle Henry was found dead in the wine cellar. Darren's aunt pleaded with him to take over the estate because her health and age could not handle the stress of taking care of such an enormous task. As soon as Darren arrived at the mansion and Darren opened the door to the red room their lives would never be the same.

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Sandwich Shop Miracle (Inspirational Stories of Faith - Book 1) by H.B. Barstrum (Rashawn McMullin) (32 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Sandwich Shop Miracle (Inspirational Stories of Faith Book 1) Imagine being on the brink of losing everything near and dear to you... Would you be able to handle the possibility of having nothing left? What would you do? There are times when it is incredibly hard to keep your faith in tact when everything you love is slipping away. This is exactly what Loretta Jenkins is going through in this powerful and inspiring Christian fiction tale in of the Inspirational Stories of Faith short story trilogy. Loretta is at her breaking point, dealing with mounting debt and the tragic death of her husband Jack. With her Christian faith tested by the events that have unfolded in her life and the internal struggle to keep her hope alive, the big question is: will she find the secret to hold on to the one thing that she has left? This magical inspirational religious fiction story explores the proven and simple solution to conquering the negative forces that challenge to destroy faith at its very core. Sandwich Shop Miracle is a must read for readers of inspirational books and faith-based books alike. P.S. Before you buy, read the free sample of the first chapter of this Christian book

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Em's Gator Club (Hep Cats of Boise #0.5) by Al Hess (Kraken Collective) (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Swing, software, and shady deals at the heart of future Boise's subculture. The swingin' cats of Boise don't just come to the Gator Club for jazz and gin, but for what Emery Wilson offers in the back room. They deal in contramods -- nanobot software and devices unobtainable through legal means. Though many dealers make their living from sex mods and dope injections, Em -- who has hemiplegia and knows how it feels to have a disability -- gives away innovative medical aids and prosthetics for cheap. But altruism is hurting their wallet. If they can't come up with rent for the club by the fifth, the jive joint will close and Em will be out on the street. Enter Joe: a square with an urgent need to cure his addiction to a powerful new drug, and a wad of dough if Em can help. But commissioning a cure means Em will have to venture into the foul domain of a shady programmer, risking reputation and appetite. When commissioning the cure becomes more complicated -- and dangerous -- than first expected, Em will need to use wits, grit, and their own contramod to keep the club, and themselves, alive. This is a short story prequel to Mazarin Blues, the first book in the queer and cozy decopunk series, Hep Cats of Boise.

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The V-Day Aversion (Dom & Kate Book 2) by Genevieve Dewey (22 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Dominic Valentini is a man with a plan. Katelyn Anderson is a woman with a plan, also: avoid whatever Dominic's got planned. It's two days from Valentine's Day, and Katelyn's sister Kandace wants Kate to help her catch her estranged husband cheating. Katelyn's just fine with this as it gives her another excuse to avoid Dominic, whose only crime is being Practically Perfect in every way possible. Dominic just wants Katelyn to stand still long enough to give her a Valentine's Day to remember. The only problem is, Katelyn hates Valentine's Day. Join Dom & Kate, from The Bird Day Battalion, as they try and navigate the "And then what?" of a Happy Ever After. "It's either 'Do, or do not. There is no try'. You're going to have to go all in and change her mind about it, or accept you've got the only woman on the face of the planet that doesn't want a date on Valentine's." -- Kyle Anderson

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Prevention: After Dinner Conversation Short Story Series by Margaret Karmazin (10 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Synopsis: A single mother finds out her drug addict son plans to shoot up his school and is forced to make a choice. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this, and other, similar ethical and philosophical short stories delivered straight to your inbox every month. (Just search "After Dinner Conversation Magazine")

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Firebug by Jon Hartling (Jon and Heather Hartling) (46 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

When a strange rash of arson breaks out, the culprit - or culprits? - is like nothing anyone expects, in this short story of "weird fiction" in the tradition of H.P. Lovecraft.

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The Seven Absent Sins: After Dinner Conversation Short Story Series by Nathan Ahlgrim (After Dinner Conversation) (9 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Synopsis: A Jesuit monk examines the Encyclopedia of Sentient Species to determine if there is anyone in the universe incapable of sin. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this, and other, similar ethical and philosophical short stories delivered straight to your inbox every month. (Just search "After Dinner Conversation Magazine")

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I, von Economo: After Dinner Conversation Short Story Series by C.F. Carter (After Dinner Conversation) (7 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Synopsis - A woman goes back to get revenge on the man who forced her soul into a new body. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this, and other, similar ethical and philosophical short stories delivered straight to your inbox every month. (Just search "After Dinner Conversation Magazine")

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The Fight On Halloween Night: A Short Story by Stefan Geir (3 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Still looking for a quick Halloween scare? When you have a few minutes, here is a fun and short read for both adults and kids alike. Audience: Adults, Young Adult, Kids (Recommended for ages 9 and up) Book Length: 2,692 Words Genre: Fiction/Fantasy, Light-Horror, Contains mild violence/fighting sequence

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Abrama's End Game: After Dinner Conversation Short Story Series by David Shultz (After Dinner Conversation) (15 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Synopsis - Abrama learns the gods created her dimension as their play-space to visit, and is forced to fight across realities when she discovers their plan to shut it down. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this, and other, similar ethical and philosophical short stories delivered straight to your inbox every month. (Just search "After Dinner Conversation Magazine")

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Mom’s Favorite Reads eMagazine March 2021 by Goylake Publishing (Goylake Publishing) (25 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The March 2021 issue of Mom's Favorite Reads. In this issue... A seasonal blend of articles including Mad as a March Hare, Dr Seuss, Reiki, World Wildlife Day, International Day of Forests, plus short stories, recipes, puzzles, humour, photographs and so much more!

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Hellhound Sugar Rush (Hellhound Adventures Book 3) by Sofia Ann Hoffman (3 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Kyle expects to get some candy when he accompanies his Hellhound siblings on a break-in at Sweet Dreams Sugar Factory. He knows they could run into trouble with the human police and he's ready to be stealthy. But nothing can prepare him for what the candy store actually provides. Angie receives notice that some Hellhounds have broken into a candy store in Kansas and she's put on the job of trying to stop them. She knows exactly who to bring to help out -- Phaedra and Holly Doran and Holly's familiar who is a Hellhound made out of caramel. Sweet Dreams Sugar Factory is supposed to be a candy store, not a hangout for Hellhounds and witches, but that's exactly what it becomes in this short story featuring the characters from Floofballs from Hell and Static Elecwitchery.

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One Long Panel of Stones: (And 40 Other Stories) by Thorin Klosowski (RNN Press) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In the metaphysical-mystery novella, "One Long Panel of Stones," Samantha doesn't have a lot to do. When she's not doodling maps, she's hanging out at her local bookshop with its eccentric owner. When a strange book shows up at the shop, the duo decide to research its origins and track down anyone who might have a clue to what it means. 40 other flash fiction stories accompany this novella, including a letter from a sad mage, a story about a gig working time traveler, and a how-to guide for rolling your own time flying triangles (a guide we can all use, to be honest).

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Empath by Michelle Devon (A Novel Approach) (75 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Richard didn't know what was in store for him when his beautiful and seemingly normal wife started to exhibit strange behavior. She swore she could read his emotions, know what he was thinking. One night, she accuses him of infidelity, claiming she had read his emotions and knew he felt guilty. Then, she assumed something else he felt too, something she thought he wanted her to do... had she really read his mind? Did he really want her to... well, read her story to find out.

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A Brush of Love by Jonathan Sturak (Pendan Publishing) (273 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Synopsis: A young woman recounts a moment of true love in her life and a twist that changes her heart forever. Have you experienced true love? One of the 11 stories included in the new collection "From Vegas with Blood." Praise for "A Brush of Love": "A love story that moves you." - DV Filmworks "Food for the heart." - Pendan Publishing

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The Bandit's Lady : Age Gap Alpha Hero Romance (Rule Breakers Book 1) by Lizzy West (86 Reviews)    Price verified one hour 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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Music of the Gods by Richard Schiver (Abiss Books) (117 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

So often we don't realize what we have until we've lost it. Donald discovers this truth during a weekend trip to save his failing marriage when he and his wife are involved in an accident.

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The Short Game (American Gypsy Novella) by J.L. Fynn (24 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Jimmy Boy Reilly should be out on the road like the rest of his Irish-American Gypsy clan, but instead he's stuck at home. His little brother Shay is up north pulling a long con, something Jimmy never wanted him involved in, and now all he can do is worry and wait. But Shay isn't the only thing on his mind this summer. He can't seem to shake the image of the cute store clerk they swindled a few weeks back, and it's really starting to get to him. When he decides to return the money in an effort to get her out of his mind, that small act of redemption soon turns into a date, and maybe something more. Jimmy Boy never had any intention of falling for the country girl, cute or not, but there's no way he could resist the beautiful, sassy blonde. Now it's not just the fate of his little brother he's worried about, but his own too. Hiding the relationship from his clan is hard enough, but keeping the fact that he's an Irish Traveler from Tracy is even harder--and might cost him more in the end. Set concurrently to J.L. Fynn's debut novel The Long Game, The Short Game is a novella exploring what's happening back at the Traveler Village while Shay is up north. While it could be considered a companion novel to The Long Game, it's a stand-alone story that can be enjoyed even without having read The Long Game

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At The Turning Point: A Short Story (Choices Book 1) by Beth Carpenter (31 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

A Different Kind of Vegas Story "I stared at the ring on my finger. After the champagne, I had a vague memory of a tacky wedding chapel. I remember giggling as I carried a slightly grubby bunch of silk lilies down a short aisle. Married. I guess that meant that I wasn't a slut; I was an idiot." -From At The Turning Point When Donna decides to mark her divorce with a trip to Las Vegas, she doesn't expect to find herself with a ring on her finger at the bedside of a man she barely knows. But her experience helps her gain the wisdom she needs to make her own life-altering decision. A short story, about 6000 words. Not a typical happily-ever-after romance. Also incuded is an excerpt from Last Flight from Flagstaff.

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Beginnings (Hiding Behind The Couch Character and Festive Episodes) by Debbie McGowan (Beaten Track Publishing) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Journey back to childhood, where the buds of friendship and romance blossom; take a peek into the lives of the primary schoolchildren who would become... The Circle. * * * * * Beginnings is a stand-alone prequel (novella) in the Hiding Behind The Couch series. The story continues in Ruminations (Novel) and Hiding Behind The Couch (Season One)

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The Ghost of Our Beliefs by Chris J Mitchell (Amazon Digital Services) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

In this stand alone short story will the beliefs of the main character stand firm, or will he come to accept the world and to a greater extent the Universe is a complex place where everything is not so straight forward. Joshua is a retired engineer, but was not just an engineer by trade; he was one by heart. Ever since he was a child he has been fascinated by the mechanisms and machines that the human race has created. His mind is methodical, pragmatic and his beliefs stand firm in facts and reason. What is observable, testable and measurable is what exists and everything else is simply myth or theory. His heart felt understanding of the world though is disrupted and altered by the strange sighting of a unexplained figure or what is more commonly thought of as a ghost. Will this experience alter his beliefs or will the ghosts of his previous values stand firm? Chris J Mitchell: "Everything we see in life is not black and white. Our beliefs are not always correct and even when we are sure of something we should be open to changing our minds. In that sense this story is not focused around a ghost or revealing the character of one, but the sighting of what the main character assumes is a ghost serves the premise of the book well."

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Sweet Temptation: A Blackmore University Prequel by Cora Kent (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

My father abandoned my mother and me. But he'll pay for his mistakes. I'll take his nearest and dearest. I'll steal his new wife right out from under his nose. Sweet Temptation takes place four years before the start of Sweet Revenge. When Jackson finds out who his father is and what Malcolm will do to keep him a secret, he decides on the ultimate revenge: destruction. When you're backed into a corner, sometimes your only option is to come out swinging. Note: Sweet Temptation sets the scene for Jackson and Carrie's relationship in Sweet Revenge.

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American Fairy Tales by L. Frank Baum (E-BOOKARAMA) (155 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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 Mandarin and the Butterfly

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ELLIE: THE GOLDDIGGERS - BOOK 1 by CC MacKenzie (More Press) (56 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

THE GOLDDIGGERS - SHORT STORY: Tales of love and lust best describes the brand new short romance reads from USA Today Bestselling author CC MACKENZIE. Let's face it sometimes we're in a hurry or not in the mood for a committed book relationship, or a series. Sometimes we want it quick and fast. The stories are set in the world of Burlesque with glitter, love, desire, music and dance where girls tease and tantalize. The stories stand-alone, unrelated to the next, except they are set in the same world of the GOLDDIGGERS. And CC will release an original story on a Friday to get you in the mood for the weekend. The GOLDDIGGERS series of thirty minutes of fun romance from CC MACKENZIE - for busy people everywhere - grab one now! Ellie, "I sure didn't intend to see him. Or fall for him. Or have anything to do with the mesmerizing Noah Blake. Meeting him had been a complete and utter shock to the system. My reaction took me by surprise. In my line of work, I meet new people all the time and none of them impressed me the way Noah did. Isn't that just typical in life? A girl can meet hundreds of people and they don't touch her where it matters, but then she meets the one who means everything... But I'm getting ahead of myself. Thing is, I'm a Golddigger, and proud of it. We make the Pussycat Dolls look like kittens. We work hard to achieve one goal, being the best. And to do that we do not need distractions like, for example, men. A Golddigger's focus is on one thing, her performance. A Golddigger's priority is the continued success of our Burlesque troupe. Thing is, I learned the hard way men didn't like coming a poor second in a woman's life. They appeared to be panic-stricken by a career driven, successful woman. I've been called "hard work," "stroppy," and "pigheaded." Like the rest of the Golddiggers, being free of emotional ties works well for me. Trust me, I had no long term plan to live happy-ever-after. But then I met Noah. And he stole my diamanté ...

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Just A Little Terrible by Vincent V. Cava (727 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Just a little... Haunting - These tomes of terror will stay with you long after you put your book down and go to bed for the evening. They've been known to burrow themselves into a reader's imagination and are capable of warping dreams into twisted, unspeakable nightmares. Just a little... Unique - These aren't your standard horror stories. Don't think this collection will include tales of haunted mansions, or blood sucking vampires. Expect one-of-a-kind takes on every gothic ghoul and hideous monster you read about in this book. Just a little... Frightening - Prepare yourself for some of the most chilling flash fiction ever penned. The mad genius, Vincent V. Cava, has done it again with the latest entry in his creepy catalogue. Do yourself a favor and leave the lights on when you read it. Just A Little... Terrible

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The Waiting Room: A metaphysical thriller by Jonathan Kent (104 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

The Waiting Room: A metaphysical thriller The Waiting Room is a chilling short story from Author Jonathan Kent. With no knowledge of how he got there, all Gary can do is follow the crowd and shuffle forward towards his allocated serving hatch. The only person that is paying him any attention is an annoying Scottish man in the next queue. A man that seems to know more than he is letting on. As fragments of memory return, he is swept along by the crowd until he finds himself in his allocated 'Waiting Room' to face the shocking revelations that follow. Check out Jonathan's other titles including his debut novel 'Homecoming' available in the Kindle store

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Agent Ordinary: A Short Story by B. Brumley (12 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Even though Thomas Ordinary can't figure out why the Agency pulled him out of retirement, the perks sure make him feel young again. When he's tasked with saving Pablo Morra, an aging Nobel Peace Prize winner, Thomas gets more than he bargained for. ***Honorable Mention in the 2016 NYC Midnight 10th Annual Short Story Challenge

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The Book Of Approved Words: After Dinner Conversation Short Story Series by W.M. Pienton (21 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Synopsis - A government approved "author" is tempted to show the world the words they are missing. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this, and other, similar ethical and philosophical short stories delivered straight to your inbox every month. (Just search "After Dinner Conversation Magazine")

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Elusive Eden: A Short Story by J.M. Wight (3 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Can a time machine really prove -- or refute -- the Bible? Two time travelers embark on a quest to find the lost Garden of Eden -- if it even ever existed. Their objective is nothing less than to settle the question of Biblical truth once and for all. Will they manage to prove -- or refute -- the faith? Or will what they find reveal more about themselves, and the nature of faith itself?

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From Don To Dom (Unfinished Liaisons Book 2) by Naaju Rorrete (M/M Romance Group @ goodreads) (255 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This is a short story about three men sharing a common origin, a sexual preference, and a mutual attraction -- as powerful as forbidden. Giancarlo Montefiore is the grandson of a Sicilian immigrant, who rules organized crime in the Philadelphia and South Jersey areas. Since childhood, Giancarlo trains to earn the right of replacing his grandfather. Rodrigo Irizarry is the son of a mob hitman, who is serving a lengthy jail time for crimes he committed under Giancarlo's grandfather's orders. Believing the Montefiore family betrayed his father, Rodrigo dedicates his life to sabotage their businesses and reputation. When Rodrigo and his gang are caught stealing at one of the Montefiore's casinos, Giancarlo's henchman wants to kill Rodrigo, but Giancarlo's grandfather requests that he protects him -- out of respect for the boy's father. So, Giancarlo disciplines Rodrigo by spanking him. His goal is true punishment and humiliation while showing the boy who is the boss. To Giancarlo's indignation, Rodrigo enjoys the spanking, and dares Giancarlo to go further. Even as he rejects Rodrigo, the incident arouses new cravings in Giancarlo, who offers Rodrigo a new start in life and his friendship. Braulio Santorno, another young man Giancarlo befriends, is also the son of a mob boss, and is in danger, because his own father puts out a contract on him for being gay. Giancarlo cannot let Braulio die, but neither can he intervene without risking everything. He needs someone who could protect Braulio and take him to a secure location. Somebody who could stand in the way of gunmen, if necessary, but nobody could link to the Montefiore crew. The man for the job is Rodrigo, but he doesn't want money, he wants to be Giancarlo's submissive. The problem is, Rodrigo doesn't seem to have one submissive cell is his body -- he's rather irreverent and rebellious. And Giancarlo knows little of the BDSM lifestyle, but the more he interacts with Rodrigo the more his dominant side awakens. ...

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The Dirt Eaters by H.D. Timmons (31 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Set in the 1960s of America's rural south, a young African American woman is forced to reckon with her cultural eating disorder of eating dirt.

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Gin Cat Jive (Hep Cats of Boise #1.5) by Al Hess (4 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Mazarin's idea of the perfect Valentine's gift for his beloved Em is restitution from the woman who did Em wrong. Heading into a rival speakeasy for a little romantic revenge isn't anything Mazarin can't handle, and besting Em's ex at a jive contest should be harmless fun. With a plan, plenty of skill cutting a rug, and Reed by his side, he can pull this off. But there's something fishy about this wingding. Reed's crippling anxiety doesn't make him the best dance partner, and if anyone discovers Mazarin is an AI, it could spell trouble. Problems compound when a surprise new update is installed in Mazarin's software -- without his consent -- and he suddenly has much more to contend with than trying to win a Valentine's rag. This is a short story in the queer and cozy decopunk series, Hep Cats of Boise. It is best read after Mazarin Blues and before Sable Dark.

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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 7 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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"You'll be Sorry!" by John Miller (220 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Lisa and Mark have known each other since they were eight. Bullies brought them together, and a stray dog might change their lives, their dreams, and their future... "I said you were not getting past us." Sam began to laugh. Just as Mark stood up again he heard a voice come from behind him. "Leave him alone!" What now? He turned and noticed a small girl standing there. She was about Mark's age, eight or so, standing there pointing her finger at Sam and Bobby Jenkins. Sam just scowled at her and then they both laughed. "What are you going to do about it?" What happened next was a shock even to an eight-year-old boy. She said, "You'll be sorry." .

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Changes: A companion to Cara Ward’s unforgettable debut novel, Weighting to Live by Cara Ward (2 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Four short stories. Four people whose lives are about to change. A companion to Cara Ward's debut novel, Weighting to Live, which focuses on four characters from the book. Open the pages and discover another side of Mary Rose, follow Italian Aunt as she tries to avoid temptation amidst the glittering world of amateur dramatics, fall for Scottish Cousin who writes a letter that will change the course of his life, and see April (formally known as Bee) try to learn forgiveness from a stranger who is not all that she seems. They are standalone stories, but it is advised that you read Weighting to Live first as there are spoilers. A thoughtful collection of short stories about life and the choices we make.

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Midnight Symphony Volume 2 by Anthony Williams (8 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Midnight Symphony, the second volume, is a rondo of ghastly nocturnes celebrating the darkest monsters that roam the night. It's a collection of short stories exploring the horrible truth behind a man's allergy to meats, the ramifications of a bachelor who doesn't recall his evenings out, a hidden base in the middle of the arctic and more. This volume of dark tales contains eight shocking stories that embrace the darkest of hours.

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Falling into Forever by Stephen Parato (4 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Falling into Forever is the story of a young woman who has the ability to see people's entire lives in a flash when she makes direct eye contact with them. She eventually comes face to face with an old man with the same mysterious ability. To her bewilderment, the man isn't a stranger at all. Together, they fall into a seemingly endless loop of lifetimes before settling in an infinitely blissful, spiritual realm. But they choose not to stay... The narrative mimics her ability, creating an interplay of multiple layers within the story. As a reader, you become immersed in her experiences, the same way she sees glimpses of other people's lives. Falling into Forever is the adventure of, not one, but multiple lifetimes. You'll see.

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Food Fight (Tales of Tolari Space) by Christie Meierz (15 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In this new short story set in Tolari Space, Bertie's in a fine fettle. A Kekrax food fight rages in the cafeteria, unannounced trade ambassadors arrive from Earth, and his boss, the new ruler of Monralar, is mysteriously unavailable for comment. Just another day on Tolar Trade Station.

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Anywhere Else: A Very Short Story by Kristy Tate (6 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Madeline sneaks into her estranged husband's home with a burning for retaliation. What she finds in a locked closet forever changes her mind, her heart, and her future. This is a very short story of a marriage and a life that ended too soon.

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The Crossing (The Chronicles Of Micki O'Sullivan Book 1) by Jo Wilde (Next Chapter) (97 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

After 18-year-old Micki moves in with her father, strange events begin to take place. Something unnatural lurks about in the sleepy southern town of Eastwick, Louisiana. Trusting the wrong friends, Micki encounters a vampire, and her life begins to spiral out of control. Somewhere between, she finds love and friendship: her BFF, Candy, and the rebellious half-vampire biker Valentine, who are willing to risk their own life to help Micki prevent the inevitable future - The Crossing. With time ticking away, can they pull off the impossible and destroy the most malevolent and primordial vampire of all time?

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Hangman's Oak: A Rachel Cord Confidential Investigations Short Story by R. E. Conary (Equal Footing Books) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

On Oct. 1, 1947, Paul Jasper Monroe was lynched at Hangman's Oak. He was a decorated WWII veteran. He was Black. He was also Gay. Despite rumors, no one was ever arrested. Sixty-eight years later on the anniversary of Monroe's murder, George Armstrong Cutter, often suspected as one of the killers, was found hanging from Hangman's Oak. Revenge or Justice?

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Glimpses: an Anthology of 16 Short Fantasy Stories: An exclusive collection of fantasy fiction by Kevin Partner (Trantor Press) (128 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

16 Short Fantasy Stories written exclusively for this anthology Take a Glimpse into 16 fantasy worlds with this anthology of short fiction by some of the brightest new fantasy fiction talent. Download this amazing collection of fantastic stories and find your next favourite fantasy author today. Stories from: Adrian G Hilder, Cameron Wayne Smith, Craig A Price Jr, Eloise Hamann, J C Kang, Georgina Makalani, Kevin Partner, Kevin Potter, Killian C Carter, Nicholas Kotar, S K Randolph, Sarah KL Wilson, Shawn Robert Smith, Stefan M Nardi, Tom Hansen, Victoria DeLuis & Meg Cowley

Genre: Short Stories

The Legend of Jack Frost: A Small Tale (The Small Tales) by Kit Trzebunia (Jack Frost Press) (7 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Old Jack Frost has been beautifying the world since time began... but once upon a time, he was a rebellious young sprite who cared little for beauty. Enamored of his own power, he walked where he wished and answered to no one. Until one day, his carelessness destroys something beautiful. Something he now realizes is beyond price. And Jack would give anything to repair the damage he has done. Even his own freedom...

Genre: Short Stories

Nine Lives by Gary Kittle (8 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Nine Lives is a collection of dark short stories, highlighting the complex emotional lives of both ordinary and extraordinary people. Some are tragedies, some end with uplifting resolutions; and there are moments of humour and high drama, hope and courage throughout. Absorbing characters include an ex-RAF crewman haunted by his memories of the Dresden fire bombings, a conscientious objector forced onto the parade ground against his will, a cross-dresser facing an uncomfortable reunion with his estranged father, a moral dilemma for Hans Asperger, and a young Norman Wisdom struggling against poverty and adversity. For the reader who enjoys variety as well as satisfying surprises, Nine Lives will leave you purring.

Genre: Short Stories