Between The Snow And The Stars (Between The Snow And The Stars: A Contemporary Short Story Series Set On Sovereign Island Book 1) by Scott Merry (1 Review)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

Elaine Huang is perfectly happy. She lives in Los Angeles, CA, working as an illustrator for projects of her choice. She regularly meets up with her bestie, Martha, usually at Musashi's, their preferred venue. On one such visit, she answers a call from a persistent unknown number. The phone call changes her life, taking her halfway around the world to Sovereign Island where it brings her back into contact with some family secrets she has done her best to forget. Can Elaine figure out why those secrets have come back to haunt her, while having to adapt to an unfamiliar environment on a ski resort in a foreign country? Set across six short stories, find out if Elaine can ever return to the simple life she had in LA while trying everything in her power to stop the past from catching up with her. Especially when it wasn't her secret to begin with. Between The Snow And The Stars is set between Los Angeles and the fictional Sovereign Island, blending contemporary fiction with gripping family drama, a slice of romance, and all the best of friendships based on Elaine Huang living her best life somewhere between the snow and the stars.

Genre: Short Stories

Homework with her Dirty StepDaddy (Taught by Her Dirty StepDaddy Book 2) by Mary Potter (31 Reviews)    Price verified 34 minutes 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!

Genre: Short Stories

Deceptive Shadows by Eboné Brown (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In "Deceptive Shadows," Natalie's life takes an unexpected and chilling turn. A gripping short story that delves deep into the world of psychological suspense, it will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Natalie wakes up in an unfamiliar place with only vague memories of her past. Her husband, Andrew, appears to be the perfect partner, but secrets lurk beneath the surface. When new friends offer solace and support, Natalie must navigate a treacherous path of trust, deceit, and a dangerous game with no clear rules. As the shadows of her past close in, Natalie's life unravels in a web of deception. With her health and sanity hanging in the balance, she discovers an unexpected ally, the power of resilience, and a determination to find the truth. "Deceptive Shadows" is a story of survival, friendship, and resilience, with themes of trust and the transformative nature of adversity. Readers who enjoy suspenseful tales of psychological intrigue will find themselves immersed in Natalie's world, questioning the line between reality and illusion. Intriguing and thought-provoking, "Deceptive Shadows" is a short story that will leave you questioning who can be trusted and where the boundaries of deception truly lie. Experience the suspense today.

Genre: Short Stories

The Unrising Sun (Burials Book 2) by Deonne Fulton Cooper (1 Review)    Price verified 7 hours ago

"The Unrising Sun" is the second story in the "Burials" series. In the 1960's American south, a young African American woman finds herself in love with a member of the opposite race and the same sex. A time of overt racism and prejudice, this can be very dangerous. She finds out that love is not only painful but can be tragic as well. Cooper ,again, has displayed her credentials as a serious writer as she tells the story of those who lived in an America that was very different than what it is now.

Genre: Short Stories

WORTHY: MY BULLY BOYFRIEND'S TRILLIONAIRE DAD (TRILLIONAIRE OLDER MAN YOUNGER WOMAN ROMANCE Book 2) by Anastasia Slash (90 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

You know who I am You know what I can do I am something Get your mind out the gutter I am a Trillionaire And I am worth it I saw an angel I want an Heir My son hurt her in San Francisco He'd pay for hurting an angel And she will see what it means To be with a Real Man

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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 8 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 9 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?

Genre: Short Stories

Mountain Man's Secret Baby: A mountain man secret baby romance (SUPER RICH BILLIONAIRE LOVE Book 5) by Anastasia Slash (96 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

The minute I saw you, I knew you had to be mine Untouched, you looked my way, refusing to turn away. I live in the mountains, I am damaged; ruined from my previous life. I have built walls around my heart but now thanks to you, they are tumbling down You ought to be with someone else You are the only one I now desire I promised myself not to love again I did not want anyone by my side Until you moved into my cabin.

Genre: Short Stories

Forest Flight by Tim Maddox (4 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Attacked on the road, a nobleman's daughter makes her way through the wilderness towards her father's castle. The landscape holds many obstacles and blessings that she could use, but at every step her pursuers might appear. In the end she will need to find a way to strike at her pursuers first. After her long flight, does she have the strength to make it home? "What makes a short story good? Study this book to find out! Captivating descriptives, filled with grit & merit, this book is unputdownable!" - Jennie Louwes, originally published on Reedsy Discovery

Genre: Short Stories

The Long Road Home (a Short Story) by Alex Tanner (Beat Generation Books) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 11 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?

Genre: Short Stories

Familiar Strangers: Short Stories set in India by Nishant Kumta (7 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

An unlikely beggar. A beautiful tramp. A village damsel. A hotelier couple. A sophisticated pickpocket. These are some of the people you will meet in this book . Their stories resonate with the different tones of life in India. But these stories have a twist. You may be surprised by them. Or maybe not.

Genre: Short Stories

Colton County: A Wyn Witcomb Story by BOBBY UNDERWOOD (1 Review)    Price verified 10 minutes ago

Wyn Witcomb, known to many as the Ghost Rider, travels to a small town in Colton County to mete out justice. When he arrives, however, a hanging is in progress. Wyn meets a pretty saloon girl as he seeks information, turning Colton County into a tender interlude about loneliness, and the quest for vengeance. This short story takes place prior to the events in The Wild Country trilogy of novels.

Genre: Short Stories

West Shore Stories by RH Brooks (RHB Publications) (14 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

A memoir, in short-story form, of growing up on the Connecticut shoreline in the 1960s. So much has changed in sixty years but coming of age, in any era or locale, is familiar human territory. These stories may, or may not, resonate with your personal stories but they may well arouse memories of your younger self and the friends you shared this special time of your life with.

Genre: Short Stories

Ascending Love: A Sapphic Romance by Rosalie Bellusci (8 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Upon first encountering Chloe, Luna is immediately smitten, an affection sparked in quite a literal tumble from a ladder. This moment marks the start of an endearing bond. Initially, Luna wrestles with the realization that Chloe appears to be taken. Nonetheless, they soon uncover numerous shared interests, making their time together a cherished refuge for both. The emotions blossoming between them are unmistakable. However, it soon becomes clear that Chloe's current relationship is merely a pretense, a trap. Recognizing this, Luna is determined to assist her newfound companion in breaking free from this detrimental entanglement, guiding her towards self-discovery and genuine happiness.

Genre: Short Stories

Seven Slinky Short Stories by Jon Lymon (1 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

As short story collections go, this is one. A compendium of stories that don't go on for anywhere near as long as a novella or novel or one of those old tomes that make great door stops. These short stories have brevity. Wit. Class. Well some of them. What they don't have is a lot of words. If you are looking to buy short stories online, you've found some, One short story is so short, it barely fills a page. That doesn't mean it's short on quality. Far from it. If you've not encountered Jon Lymon's short story writing before, 'Seven Slinky Shorts' gives you a chance to dip your toes in without losing any of them to opportunistic sharks, snidey jellyfish or frost bite. Those who have encountered Lymon's short stories before, have said this about this short story collection: VICIOUS CIRCLE "This short story rockets down the page like a runaway train." "One of the most enjoyable reads I've had for some time." "A catchy, clever story." "The writer moves along with such rhythm, I wonder if he hasn't written music." "A good style, fast and sophisticated. The narrative techniques is funny and concise." "The author's on to something original." "This story has a potential to become a good shortie if directed well." "Fast, funny and furious." "It reminds me more of the techniques used in some hip hop, Coolio's 'Too Hot' is one that springs to mind." "Highly distinctive." AND ELVIS WILL MARRY US "Whew. That's a different kind of story. The way it's told is bizarre, but it's definitely full of life and character." "A joy to read, so refreshing after reading so many struggling attempts from newbie writers, God bless 'em. And damn do I love your voice. It's not often that I envy a writer his gift, but I do yours." "Easy to read, fast and breezy with some amusing observations and sharp descriptions." "A very engaging and acidic style." SPIRIT ON THE SLAB 'An interesting read, very stylistic, loved the shifting ...

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Thick Thighs Save Lives: A Curvy Woman Romance (Blue Collar Boys Book 3) by C.L. Cruz (Amazon Digital Services) (573 Reviews)    Price verified 34 minutes ago

She's a single mom with the world on her shoulders. He's a mechanic who wants to help. Will they slam the brakes on their love or find their way down the road to happiness? Ivy I used to have it all figured out -- marriage plus baby equals happily ever after. And then my husband leaves me just when I need him the most. It seems like things can't get any worse... until my car breaks down, leaving me stranded. Thankfully, Kent Sellers comes to my rescue. He's sexy, dependable, and I want him to give me a full service. But is a bachelor like Kent ready for a family, or will he leave me wrecked? Kent As a mechanic, I haven't met a machine I couldn't understand. Unfortunately, women aren't so easy. That doesn't stop me from playing the hero when I get a call from Ivy Goulding. She's curvy, caring, and knows how to crank my shaft. Her ex broke her heart. Now I just have to prove to her that I have what it takes to fix it. Thick Thighs Save Lives is a short, sweet, steamy story featuring a strong, independent, curvy heroine and the blue-collar man who wins her heart. It is the third in the Blue Collar Boys series but can be read as a standalone with no cliffhangers and a HEA! Don't miss the rest of the series: Dangerous Curves Ahead Big Girls Do It Better Thick Thighs Save Lives On the Plus Side ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* "I love love love a BBW story! When the sweet curvy girl gets the strong alpha guy? It's enough to make a girl cry." 5-Star Review "Everything you need to keep you turning pages -- hot, sexy men; steamy scenes; and some conflict thrown in. I cannot wait for what this author writes next." 5-Star Review "Just when you think C.L. Cruz has given you the best she could... she blows our minds out of the park with a new book." 5-Star Review

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One Man And A Police Dog By Rory Smith by Rory Smith (1 Review)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Read the story of Edward Sleuth. A man who loses his job and decides to go for work disguised as a police dog. Read about him battle evil criminals, and work with his partner, Messy Robin. The story is a comedy, with cool facts about dogs you may not know. Read of the evil Inspector Jones and Inspector Simpson.

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Found - The Andersen Saga: Claire wants peace and quiet and to be alone...then her brother shows up. A heartwarming story about family. (The ... by Jacie Middlemann (21 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Patrick knew from the moment he climbed out of his car and heard the music blasting from the back of the cabin what he would find... his sister was painting. And considering her choice of music, there was every possibility that what filled her canvas wasn't meant to soothe the soul. Claire Andersen Slavik was exactly where she needed to be. The last couple of years had been good ones even if at times filled with difficult moments. She had moved in with her mother when it was obvious she was needed. And never had a single regret for doing so. There had been days filled with joy and others with heartbreak. Now her mother was gone and the world she'd known had once again shifted out of balance. Claire was determined to take this time like a stolen moment to come to grips with the change in her life that the loss of her mother had made. It didn't matter that her kids called almost every day. She understood. But she needed this time away. The quiet and the peace that this little heaven on earth allowed her... and at the same time forced her to face this new void in her life honestly. Little did she know that her peace and tranquility was about to be disrupted. Her solitude on the brink of collapse. Patrick Andersen had a lot to think about as he drove through the mountains of Arkansas. There was even more floating around in his mind that he wanted to say to his sister Claire now that he and his brother knew where she was. But just as important was everything he wanted to find out from her. He believed she had the answers to many if not most of the questions that had surfaced in the weeks since their mother's death. Not for the first time he wondered grimly if some of those answers were the reason why she'd taken off so suddenly as she had. Will the youngest of Livia Andersen's grown children find the tranquility she seeks in the mountains of Arkansas? Can she make her brother understand the reasons for the choices she's made and the secrets she'd kept? Will the ...

Genre: Short Stories

Review On An Evening: A Short Tale Of Dark Origins by Sean McCutchen (7 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In this short take on a legendary dark tale, a distraught writer finds himself facing the oncoming responsibility of parenthood while struggling to make a name for himself. But, when he gets invited for an exclusive interview with a secretive billionaire, he feels this could finally be the break that will turn his life around. Armed with his pen and a new resolve, the writer instead finds that the interview is more than he ever could have imagined; the evening uncovering the dark truth of his own lineage and the deep connection to the billionaire he only just met.

Genre: Short Stories

Confessions of a False Stoic by RM Wark (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

There are times when the words do not come, no matter how much I desire to fill the blank page. There are other times when the words flow freely, almost without effort. This often occurs in times of sadness, in times of quiet reflection. Such was the case with the eight short stories and eighteen poems included within the Confessions of a False Stoic.

Genre: Short Stories

Dirty Surprise: An Instalove Romance (Vegas Dirty Talkers Book 1) by Fiona Clarke (17 Reviews)    Price verified 34 minutes ago

It's my 30th birthday and I NEED to let loose. I'm celebrating in style by traveling with my five besties to none other than Las Vegas. They have a surprise gift for me that I could not have seen coming. My biggest fantasy come true. Except when HE enters the picture, giving me the best night of my life, I need to run because things are getting heavy too fast. Will he follow me to New York and convince me to be his one and only?

Genre: Short Stories

Need to Feed by Anthony Renfro (9 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Another year. Another massacre looming. When the sun rises on the old west town of Saltwater Junction its residents will come face to face with two savage and lethal predators. Vampires who stalk you in the day and Werewolves that transform with the sunrise. This story rewrites the legends and all you've ever known about these creatures of the night. Bonus Story: It Sleeps at Dawn A Vampire stalks the Appalachian Mountains. A traditional Vampire who uses fangs instead of guns. He hunts. He kills. He sleeps at Dawn. Bonus Story: A Vampire at Christmas A Vampire uses his riches and immortal skills to bring joy to those in need during the Christmas Season.

Genre: Short Stories

Babysitter For A Firefighter: A Curvy Woman, Older Man, Insta-Love, Short Romance (Curvy Babysitters, Alpha Heroes Book 2) by Lexi Rose (244 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Babysitter For A Firefighter: Curvy Babysitter, Alpha Heroes Book 2 An Insta-Love Older Man Curvy Woman Fireman Next Door Romance (Read Time: ~ 1 Hour) Layla I'd fantasized about Drake for years... Ever since he moved in across the street His big, strong arms His perfectly chiseled body But why can't he see me as more than just a babysitter? When will he notice I'm a woman now? A woman with needs... Drake I was just trying to find a babysitter Those curves... those beautiful, delicious curves. When did Layla get so hot? From the moment she opened her door All I can think about is her But I've been out of the game for so long... How do you tell a girl you've just met, you're madly in love with them? How can I convince her I want more than just her body? How can I prove to her I'm the man of her dreams? And that I'm playing for keeps... "Curvy Babysitter, Alpha Heroes" is a series of standalone sweet & steamy insta-love short romances featuring luscious, curvy women who find their HEA's with big, sizzling hot alpha men. No Cheating, no cliffhangers, HEA guaranteed!!

Genre: Short Stories

When Tiffanie Met Blake... by Jasmine K. Hathaway (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Tiffanie is a successful insurance agent with a good heart and a not-so-good track record when it comes to love. On the rebound of yet another breakup, she meets the man of her dreams and embarks on a whirlwind courtship and engagement. However, Blake is a man of secrets, and the discovery of the Big Secret leads to an adventure on the couple's wedding day, including a run-in with the law and instant fame... or shall we say, infamy. This is not your typical romance. This is a story about love and hope, deception and pain, with a little humor, sex, and adventure thrown in for good measure. In this first short story of the "Tiffanie" series, readers will be introduced to the sassy, lovable career professional as she navigates life and love in the Queen City, Charlotte. When Tiffanie Met Blake... is a must-read!

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A Love to Heal Her Heart (5 Amish Family Series Book 1) by Sarah Miller (SweetBookHub.com) (620 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Can Jeremiah keep the farm and family together while keeping the promise he made to their father? Jeremiah Phillips is heartbroken by the loss of his father, Henry. He's barely moving through the motions. All he can think about is how he'll take care of his brothers, all of his brothers, and keep the farm afloat now that his father has passed. He is shocked to learn another in the community has perished on the same day. Ester Harley has spent years by her Aunt Rhoda's side learning all about quilting. It's horrible to realize she'll be doing all the quilting alone from now on. Ester is angry when she discovers that Rhoda's memory is being overshadowed by the Phillips, why would they do that? Ester barges into Jeremiah's life spitting fire and brimstone, but all he can see is her beauty. He has a plan to bring life to his farm and wants Ester's help. Can Ester overcome her anger and see the opportunity in front of her? Will Gott lead Ester and Jeremiah into each other's hearts? Find out in Bestselling Romance Author Sarah Miller's inspirational new series.

Genre: Short Stories

Rose: A Curvy Woman Romance (Sweet Treat Sisters Book 4) by Lexi Rose (68 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Rose is a curvy, single young woman whose track record with love is totally cringeworthy Dean is a devastatingly handsome widower who just opened a bookstore three doors down from Sweets 'n' Treats Bakery ? Rose ? All my sisters have found their Mr. Right They're settling down Happy and content I've never felt so alone... I can't help but wonder... What's wrong with me? Why can't I find the man of my dreams? Am I destined to spend the rest of my life miserable and alone? ? Dean ? The death of my wife was like a gutshot to the heart I never thought I'd get over it But, two years later, and a new start Things are finally starting to look up My children are fitting in with their new surroundings like ducks to water The bookstore I've always dreamed of opening is keeping me busy But there's still something missing Something I didn't realize I was ready for until I met Rose...

Genre: Short Stories

Rise: A Collection Inspired by Lift by Rebecca K. O'Connor (22 Reviews)    Price verified 4 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 -- ...

Genre: Short Stories

Dark Corners by William Andrews (Amazon Digital Services, Inc.) (52 Reviews)    Price verified 8 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!

Genre: Short Stories

Death Calls by Courtney Vail (Little Prince Publishing) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 9 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!

Genre: Short Stories