Bionic Punchline (Flash Fiction Month) by Damon L. Wakes (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

What do a squeamish torturer, an intelligent zombie, a newspaper-phobic superhero and Genghis Khan have in common? They're all in this book, and their stories were all written for Flash Fiction Month 2014. With one story for each and every day of July--and a humourous analysis of the event--there's something for everyone here. "I have no problem with this, nor any useful comments!" ~Jasper Fforde

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Flying Toasters - The DeadPixel Tales by Brian Braden (DeadPixel Publications) (55 Reviews)    Price verified 51 minutes 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).

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Champions: An Anthology of Winning Fantasy Stories by Eric Lange (67 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Champions is an anthology of more than thirty of the best fantasy stories that the online writing community has to offer; from spells gone wrong to prisons for gods and much more. This anthology brings together the winning stories from the monthly competitions of Reddit's FantasyWriters forum with each story demonstrates the vivid and extraordinary worlds that the fantasy genre has to offer. The competitions these stories won range from the end of 2011 until the middle of 2015, meaning that the entries in Champions cover almost every kind of fantasy genre you can think of. With over thirty stories this anthology showcases a wide range of tales and demonstrates what it is we most love about fantasy tales: that anything is possible. The relevant writing prompt also appears alongside each entry, giving you the opportunity to try your hand at writing something yourself, and each writer weaves a wonderful story for you to enjoy. This anthology features stories from: Ken Lim, Ian Michael Everett, Lesley Taylor, Ryan Hampton, David Eubanks, Alex Woods, Christine S.R. Jackson, David Babcock, B Lynch, Louise Stanley, G. T. Holmes, C. C. Lewer, Ryan Hampton, Anthony Pinggera, Eric Lange, Devon Young, Andrew Meyer, A.M. Adams, Andrea Stewart, Paul Nabil Matthis, Eamon Brenner, and more...

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The Inkwell presents: Triumvirate by LA Harper (1 Review)    Price verified 26 minutes ago

Words are a writer's stock in trade, the platforms we build on to entertain, mystify, and entrance. Sometimes we perform grand gestures, paragraphs tumbling over pages to sweep our audience away. But more often than not, it's the right words spoken at the right time that make all the difference. This collection explores how three little words can change everything. Not a Moth - An extraordinary discovery in the subway leads to more questions than answers. Summoned - Duty doesn't wait even when you must. Letter from a Stranger - Rose is in the process of getting good and drunk when she stumbles across a mysterious letter. Chew Your Leather - A daughter discovers the secret to her family's success. Dollhouse - Some doors are better left unopened. Theory of a Clean Mind - Clashing personalities lead to murderous results. Talk About Being Saved - Once a trigger is pulled, release can be hard to find. For the Birds - Following orders from on high doesn't always make sense. The Deathless Ones - Two hardened mercenaries realize some paydays aren't worth it.

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The Inkwell presents: Revenants by LA Harper Price verified 2 hours ago

Whether physical, metaphorical, or somewhere in between, these deaths and returns remind us that an ending is simply a beginning in disguise. Sometimes that ending, that change, is sorely needed, and sometimes, it is unexpected, but always, there is no going back. And in the nine stories within, second chances mean everything to the characters. Memories Cast - Some pasts are too painful to bear, especially when repeated. Bill, From Accounting - Has no one ever learned not to offer an opinion to the higher-ups? No Strings Attached - First impressions can hide a multitude of sins. Again - The light at the end of the tunnel may not be what you think. Birds of a Feather - Betrayal and rescue sometimes taste equally sour. Proof of Death - Retirement plans aren't what they're cracked up to be. What Not To Do - Some inheritances can be the death of us. Who Are You Wearing? - The wedding day is fast approaching and the bride isn't dressed yet. The Last Day with Sir Boots - Specializing in last wishes can sometimes be very rewarding

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The Inkwell presents: This is Not an Anthology by LA Harper (1 Review)    Price verified 26 minutes ago

From harmless pranks to deadly mistakes, the wrong symbols in the right place are rife with possibility. It could be the start of a meet-cute across the wrong order or result in the discovery of a fantastic world just beyond the one we know. It could also end in a trip to the hospital or horrors rising from the deep. But at no time are any of these repercussions expected. Down the Rabbit Hole - A little casual drug use opens up a whole new world. Muskrat Mishap - Instructions don't help when there is no order to anything. On A Mission - How can you find answers when you're not sure what you're looking for? A Fluffy Misadventure - Show and tell goes awry due to the best of intentions. Intern's Chip - An attempt to impress results in mechanical mayhem. Payment on Delivery - Doing a favour is often more trouble than it's worth. The Claim - Family secrets should sometimes stay buried. Jam Session for the Brokenhearted - A little song, a little drink, and a lot of introspection.

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The Inkwell presents: Why Are We Here? by LA Harper (2 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Let's be honest, who likes meetings? And when you find yourself facing one somewhere you don't expect, like a public bathroom, or regarding a situation too fantastical to contemplate, like how to banish a hellhound, the waste of time suddenly becomes a nightmare. As much as we hate them, sometimes a meeting can lead to a meet-cute or a comedy of errors that result in beauty. Baptized by Fire - After preparing for the encounter with the Hellhound, Gene, Stevens, Dennis and the Father gear up for the fight of their lives. (Part 3/3) Early, Yet Late - Tensions finally come to a head as Amy witnesses the implosion of Katie's decisions. This Is What It Looks Like - After an eye-opening reveal and the fight after, Spencer looks to a new acquaintance for solace. While Rome Burns - A nervous boy, a wary girl. A fateful meeting that changes everything. Inconvenient Timing - One moment, he's stepping out of the shower, then he blinks and is somewhere else entirely. Pat finds out there's nothing quite like being summoned by the most inconvenient entity on the plane. Parliament Pranks - If you poke the bear, you get the claws, as one Inkwellian finds out the hard way while celebrating the group's first birthday.

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The Inkwell presents: Skin in the Game by LA Harper (2 Reviews)    Price verified 26 minutes ago

This month we approached things a little differently, defining a setting for our writers to flex their creative muscles in. And what was that setting? Why, one of death and resurrection, with a sprinkling of godly interference. Skin in the Game - Eleanor awakes to an unexpected and unwanted guest, and it's awkward for all involved. A Forgotten Life - When her best friend is selected to be sacrificed, everything changes for Calathea, including her perception of reality. Who Won? - Two wildly different men remind Kristina that life isn't all about playing it safe, even if doing so puts you at risk. Brothers in Arms - The frontlines are a dangerous and terrifying affair, even if divine luck is on your side. Trip of Two Lifetimes - After a lifetime serving others, Christian just wants a holiday, but the Gods seem bent on derailing his much-needed relaxation. The Death of the Clean Person - The more effort one makes to maintain perfect cleanliness, the more attention one draws from those they wish to avoid. Providence's Longshot - While caught up in a gas station robbery, Chris realizes the deck is stacked against him.

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Unshod by Jan Morrill (AIW Press) (69 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

An anthology of traditional and contemporary western short stories where the characters are lain bare. Feel the pain of a young Japanese girl who comes home from an internment camp after World War II and learns it's easier to go with the flow than to fight the current. Struggle with an expectant mother on the cold winter prairie while she waits for her husband to come home from a hunting trip. Journey with a young woman to the Four Corners as she tries to connect with her Navajo ancestors. Try not to believe in the superstition of the blue moon -- if one dies, three more will follow. Know that one way or another, life will change inalterably that day. Walk in the footsteps of an old cowpoke who thought he made the deal of a lifetime. Suffer the torments of a young lady who wants desperately to marry but seems destined never to wed. Walk the wild western paths and run from unimaginable dangers. Choose between an unhappy life of luxury or a happy life of simplicity. Nine female authors pen western tales that you'll want to retell around a campfire. These aren't your granddaddy's westerns. They're the next generation's, and they're darn good.

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Nine Lives by Gary Kittle (8 Reviews)    Price verified 11 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.

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The Inkwell presents: Night Shift by LA Harper (3 Reviews)    Price verified 56 minutes ago

From the night shift worker to creatures who abhor the sun, the denizens of the dark have fascinated readers since the very beginning. They are our boogeymen and heroes, our mysterious stranger and the monster in the alleyway. But, like the sun-kissed, they have lives and loves and stories worth telling, and we wish to tell them. The Painted Dragons - Street art not only livens up the neighborhood, but adds to it as well. The Snowglobe - A little nighttime mischief brings an unexpected revelation. Affirmations after Dark - Mysterious messages do not bode well in this house of the future. Guard Duty - What happens after dark only the shadows can tell. Something to Do with Love - Across the swamp he rides, to where silent love abides. Rising Ashes - Proving worthy is never as easy as it seems. The Paths We Take - What does one so timid gift to a lord? Aurora Deus - Beauty up above hides much down below (Ever wondered why the lights are so bright?). Lord Konstantin Vasylyshyn Zoltánfi's Housekeeper - Sometimes, curiosity can be the death of you. Red Light - Every evening is the same, except, maybe, this evening. Gone Fishing in the Dark - Being called up might not be the chore Gary expects it to be. How Far We're Willing to Go for Salvation - How far would you go to wash your past clean? Ten - On the cusp of becoming a Grownup, Boo learns some truths.

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Rocked by a Billionaire – Vol. 1 by Lisa Swann (Addictive Publishing) (436 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Liz is young and beautiful, Sacha is seductive and filthy rich. Maybe they're not destined to be together, but their affair is red hot! Just how far is Liz willing to go to follow her fascinating new lover? And what does Sacha really want from here? Enter the extraordinary world of Lisa Swann's new saga... will Liz succumb to the lure of luxury and pleasure? Will Sacha be able to satisfy the burning desire of this young woman? Rocked by a Billionaire: the saga that will make you forget about Fifty Shades of Grey!

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The Inkwell presents: Parting Words by LA Harper Price verified 3 hours ago

This month, we chose to take inspiration from those that started us down this path -- other writers. And though we could have gone with any element of another's work, we decided on that which hits us hardest, leaves us wanting more, or simply provides a satisfying conclusion. Yes, you guessed it, that final line, that closing sentence, the proverbial 'End'. Ghosts at the Door - Some provide guidance for the most unusual of visitors Maybe - Is the path less taken the path worth taking? Melody to Obsession - Seeking the source of a song may be harder than one might think A Mother - An ode to she who deserves more praise than we can ever give Retrieval - For this hunter, the job might just be the death of him Reconvergence - A simple act of sabotage and misdirection goes awry Ferrying the Fey Cats - Do your research before entering any home This is not an Exit - Time does not heal all wounds, and forgiveness is tough Harmony - Every ending is a beginning, and stories come from somewhere Arcadia Vias Peregrinentur - Pain does not need to be borne alone Mischief Night - A prank goes downhill when the victim doesn't find it funny

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A Possessive Billionaire vol.1 by Olivia Dean (Addictive Publishing) (71 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Emma Maugham moves to Paris to study... At least, that's what she thinks when she moves into the little attic apartment in a building owned by the mysterious multimillionaire Charles Delmonte. Like a magnet, subjected to an uncontrollable attraction and then a sudden separation, Emma discovers the sensuality of an sensual relationship in the arms of the young and handsome Charles... but where is this going to lead? This novel is the first volume of Olivia Dean's saga, A Possessive Billionaire. A Possessive Billionaire is the most sensational sensual novel to have been released since Fifty Shades of Grey.

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Vampire and Billionaire - Vol.1 by Sienna Lloyd (Addictive Publishing) (391 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

The world is divided between mortals and vampires. Society seems to have adapted to the coexistence of the two species, but doubts persist. One night, a big sedan comes careening down the road and runs over Héloïse, a 22-year old woman. The man who steps out is obviously in a hurry. He picks her up and carries her to the car. This man is Gabriel, a gorgeous, mysterious vampire. Héloïse is going to have to stay at his house until the next new moon, 27 days later. Sienna Lloyd describes their sensual and fascinating relationship with eloquence. A troubling, enchanting book at the crossroads between Twilight and Fifty Shades of Grey!

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A Midsummer Night's Sidhe (CyberWitch Press Short Fiction Anthologies Book 2) by Heather Marie Adkins (CyberWitch Press LLC) (54 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Delve into the realm of magick, shadow, light, and air with seven phenomenal authors and their fae tales of danger, betrayal, and love. Dive into THE WITCHWOOD with Kolin Gates Flee the enemy with Brittany White in FINDING HOME Find yourself FAE TOUCHED with Heather Marie Adkins Make a wish with Victoria Escobar in TRICKY WISHES Prepare for battle in ETHEREAL by K. Laslie Become EXILED with Jennifer Laslie Discover BURNING LOVE with Ava Lynn Wood

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Haunted: The Sparkly Badgers' Anthology by Claire Buss (139 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Join us on a pumpkin spiced, ghost-riddled, spooky journey amongst the imaginations of fifteen horrifyingly excellent indie-authors. Let them take you on a candle-lit journey through the minds of the depraved, departed and desperate as they treat you to their haunting tales. Lock the doors, close the curtains and don't turn off the light!

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Dystopian Dreams: Four Stories from The Last Book Café on Earth by Alison Ingleby (Windswept Writing) (120 Reviews)    Price verified 56 minutes ago

We dream about the future. We dream of freedom. Four dystopian worlds. Four heroes fighting for their lives. From The Last Book Café on Earth comes a collection of dystopian short stories: A woman on the run carries a secret that could mean death for her and the outlaws who take her in. A businessman ports his consciousness into an enhanced robotic shell for years - until the day he loses control. A poor Outsider risks everything to protect her family. But even her life might not be enough. A freak accident opens the door for a longshoreman's dream to become a reality - if he's willing to pay the price. Experience non-stop action and mind-bending plot twists, and immerse yourself in imaginative sci-fi worlds. Perfect for fans of post-apocalyptic and dystopian fiction, The Handmaid's Tale and Black Mirror. Download Dystopian Dreams today!

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Ember Casey Starter Bundle: Three Series Starter Romances (Ember Casey Boxed Sets) by Ember Casey (510 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Three series-starter romances from USA Today bestseller Ember Casey! Get a taste of all of Ember's sizzling series with these delicious reads: HIS WICKED GAMES (The Cunningham Family, Book 1) Lily Frazer would do anything to save the Frazer Center for the Arts -- even take on the infamous billionaire Calder Cunningham. As it turns out, the arrogant billionaire is willing to give her the money he promised her, but there's a catch: she must win it from him. And the games he has in mind aren't exactly... innocent. This ultra-steamy romance is perfect for those who love brooding billionaires, enemies-to-lovers stories, "stranded" romances, and oh-so-sexy competitions. THE SWEET TASTE OF SIN (The Fontaines, Book 1) To the rest of the world, Dante is Hollywood royalty, the ridiculously attractive oldest son of the notorious Fontaine family. To Ashlyn? He's the guy who made her swear off men forever. Ashlyn just wants to move on with her life, run her bakery, and forget about the man who broke her heart. But when an accidental -- and humiliating -- encounter throws Ashlyn and Dante back together, she's forced to face the truth: Dante hasn't forgotten about her. And this time, he has no intention of letting her go... This sizzling contemporary romance will thrill those who enjoy second-chance love stories, summer/beach reads, celebrity heroes, and sexy kitchen scenes. CLAIMING HIS TREASURE (The Devil's Set, Book 1) Charlotte "Charlie" Carver knows she's in trouble when Jackson North shows up at her door in the middle of the night, nearly a year after he unceremoniously broke her heart. She's always suspected her ex had secrets, but she never thought those secrets would put her in danger -- or lead her on an international adventure beyond her wildest dreams. This gripping action-adventure romance is perfect for those who are looking for something a little different in the romance genre! Thrilling adventure meets a sweet second-chance love story in this exciting ...

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Mermaids, Werewolves, and Witches, Oh My! - Paranormal "Tails" of the Deep and Dark: The NightShade Forensic Files: Under Dark Skies, Lorelei's ... by Victoria Raschke (Griffyn Ink) (56 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

An amazing collection of paranormal stories for the lover of the mysterious and the unknown. Meet mermaids, talk with ghosts, join an elite unit of the FBI, and cast a few spells with us... UNDER DARK SKIES Eleri and Donovan have just been assigned to their first case with the FBI unit, NightShade. They have to crack the case, but each of them is working hard to keep their own strange secrets hidden... LORELEI'S LYRIC If Lorelei sings, someone will die. Follow this Rhinemaiden on a journey to find her perfect match. It's harder than she thinks. Everyone around her has their own problems to deal with, including Lorelei. WISHCRAFT Delilah is an 8th generation witch dealing with a heartbreaking betrayal the only way she knows how: witchcraft. What happens when Brandon figures out what she's been doing? WHO BY WATER Jo Wiley thought she had her life figured out and had made peace with her past when she moved around the world to Slovenia. Only there are more ghosts in Slovenia than in the life she left behind... Over 1400 pages of amazing stories that walk the edge of reality. Each book opens the door to a new series. So come join us and find a new read to dive into!

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Desire: Love's Lessons (Contemporary Submissive Romance) by Lucia Jordan (78 Reviews)    Price verified 45 minutes ago

'Love's Lessons' is the first book of the 'Desire' Series. A seriously hot and provocative romance by Lucia Jordan, written in her signature style of high passion, searing depictions and emotion. Sandra Eckhart is a woman who is used to being alone. Raised on the same college campus she now teaches on she is hardly the type of woman to have a one- night stand at a writer's conference, but that is what she does. Connor Beaumont is a rich and talented writer who has no plans to settle down, his late wife was the woman who understood the turbulent and dark passions that drive him and he had never met anyone else who did, until Sandra. Can they teach other how to live and love again? This ebook contains very hot and explicit descriptions of romantic activity and submissive training. Only mature readers should download this book. Especially those who enjoy a naughty read :)

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Boxed Set: Rocked by a Billionaire – Vol. 1-3 by Lisa Swann (Addictive Publishing) (2,239 Reviews)    Price verified 41 minutes ago

*** WARNING: Not suitable for readers below 18yo *** Liz is young and beautiful, Sacha is seductive and filthy rich. Maybe they're not destined to be together, but their affair is red hot! Just how far is Liz willing to go to follow her fascinating new lover? And what does Sacha really want from here? Enter the extraordinary world of Lisa Swann's new saga... will Liz succumb to the lure of luxury and pleasure? Will Sacha be able to satisfy the burning desire of this young woman? Rocked by a Billionaire: the saga that will make you forget about Fifty Shades of Grey!

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Boxed Set: Under the Billionaire's Power, parts 1-3 by Heather L. Powell (Addictive Publishing) (312 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

***Due to strong language, violence, and sexual situations, this series is not intended for readers under the age of 18*** Solveig is preparing to make a fresh start on Cat Island in the Bahamas, where her eccentric aunt runs a guest house. Against a heavenly backdrop of sun, white sandy beaches and palm trees, she meets billionaire William Burton, and it's love at first sight! A wonderful new world opens up to the young woman from Paris. The only fly in the ointment is that the mysterious young man is hiding something, he has a troubled past. Caught between irrepressible desire and impalpable danger, will Solveig agree to follow the handsome William? Does she even have a choice? Discover the new series by Heather L. Powell, a saga that will transport you to the ends of the earth! This is a complete, uncensored version: no scenes have been cut. This pack contains the first three installments of the trilogy Under the Billionaire's Power. Also available: - Under the Billionaire's Power, parts 4-6 (approx. 150 pages) - Under the Billionaire's Power, parts 7-9 (approx. 150 pages)

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Boxed Set: At the Billionaire’s Command – Vol. 1-3 (At the Billionaire's Command Box Set Book 1) by Lucy Jones (Addictive Publishing) (1,337 Review)    Price verified 16 minutes ago

*** WARNING: Not suitable for readers below 18yo *** Young, pretty Julia is spending six months in New York. Working as a receptionist in a luxury hotel, she's found the perfect way to improve her English. But just before she's due to go home, she unexpectedly meets the multi-millionaire Daniel Wietermann, aka Mr Fire, heir to a large jewellery label. She's captivated, submitting to his wildest fantasies and in the process discovering her own desires... How far will she go to satisfy the whims of this unfathomable man? Discover the new saga by Lucy Jones, the most sensuous series since His, Body and Soul!

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Writing a Novel Anthology, 2013 by James Bradley (Allen & Unwin) (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

In sparkling prose and with a desire to express essential truths of life in stories ranging from historical sagas to incisive observations of contemporary life, the distinct voices of the students of Faber Academy at Allen & Unwin are united in this volume. Under the expert guidance of course directors Kathryn Heyman, Sophie Cunningham and Carrie Tiffany, a group of talented new writers embarked on the six-month creative writing course in Sydney and Melbourne in 2013. They shared their challenges and achievements, enhanced their creativity and practiced their craft. With witty, poignant and thrilling narratives, this anthology offers the work of these emerging Australian writers to the world. Contributors are: Jenna Frost, Dave Verey, Maria Haughey, Ayla Sunday, Andrew Doyle, Shay Ongan, James Walden, Mandy Geddes, Barbara Hughes, Julian Canny, Kathryn Coughran, John Salmon, Samantha Sharpe, Hilary Badger, Hwei Oh, Robyn Harris, Ellen Rodger, Meredith Tucker.

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Stories on the Go: 101 Very Short Stories by 101 Authors by Hugh Howey (Indanth) (1,115 Review)    Price verified 11 hours ago

This anthology aims to be a showcase of recent indie writing. Hugh Howey launched the idea on Kboards, a forum for Kindle readers, but also the meeting place of an active community of indie writers. The result is this anthology of 101 very short stories by 101 authors. To make it more attractive for you, the reader, we set ourselves a limit of a thousand words. You should be able to read each story in under five minutes -- on your desktop computer, laptop, or tablet at home or in the office, but also on your smartphone, on the go, while you are commuting or waiting at a coffee shop for your significant other to arrive. We included as many genres as we could. We hope that maybe, with only five minutes of your time on the line that would otherwise be wasted anyway, you'll be tempted to venture outside your comfort zone and try out some new genres and new authors.

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Boxed Set: Dominated by a Billionaire - Part 1-3: Irresistible Billionaire (Dominated by a Billionaire Boxed set Book 1) by Emma M. Green (Addictive Publishing) (142 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

***Due to strong language, violence, and sexual situations, this series is not intended for readers under the age of 18*** Polar opposites, and yet attracted like magnets... When Alma Lancaster lands her dream job at King Productions, she is determined to move forward without letting the past drag her down. Hardworking and ambitious, she may be in the movie business, but she's not the type to let her imagination run away with her. Her career is her priority. Love will have to wait! But when she meets her CEO for the first time, the gorgeous and charismatic Vadim King, she immediately recognizes Vadim Arcadi, the only man she's ever really loved. Twelve years after their painful separation, the lovers are reunited. Why did he change his name? How did he get to the head of this cinema empire? And more importantly, will they manage to get back together - despite the painful memories, the passion that devours them and the past that haunts them? Don't miss Dominated by a Billionaire - Irresistible Billionaire, the latest series from Emma M. Green, author of the bestseller One Hundred Facets of Mr. Diamonds!

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A Rill from the Town Pump by Nathaniel Hawthorne Price verified 5 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Writing a Novel Anthology, 2012 by James Bradley (Allen & Unwin) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

In early 2012 in Sydney and Melbourne, forty-one new novelists embarked on 'Writing a Novel' - a six-month creative writing course, under the auspices of Faber Academy at Allen & Unwin. Course directors James Bradley, Sophie Cunningham and Kathryn Heyman walked alongside these new writers as they risked metaphorical life and limb, to reveal their determination, commitment, willingness, courage and importantly their talent. This anthology is a taster of the new writing growing in Australia. Writing which is marked by its energy, insight and range. The diversity of genre, subject and style in this volume is an eloquent reminder of the fact that despite our contemporary anxiety about the future of books and writing, literature hasn't gone anywhere. There are new and exciting voices emerging all around us, possessed not just of the desire to tell stories but to say something that matters, to articulate something new and important about the world. Contributors are: Marita Hastings, Sally Abbott, Deborah Biancotti, Margaret Meran Trail, Elizabeth Cunningham, Julie Morgan King, Laura McAuliffe, Rowena Robertson, Paulene Turner, Lisa Breeze, Jo McKay, Kerri Turner, Stephanie King, Chris Brophy, Linda Dement, Nik Rodden, Peter Ward, Jill Gientzotis, Caroline Beecham, Sienna Brown, Gita Mammen, Bethany Adams, Elisabeth Passmore, Keith Whalley, Steph Little, Catherine Horan, Cynthia Pretty, Stuart McCullough, Becky Keft, Isabel Noriega, Elizabeth Jones, Birgit Daller, Maria Boyd, David McMahon, Hannah Bent, and Louisa McGauley.

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Tor/Forge Author Voices: Volume 1 by Kristin Sevick (Tor Books) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 6 minutes ago

Ever wanted to hunt a notorious ghost through the halls of a spooky old house? Be swept away at a Regency ball? Solve a murder mystery, Vegas style? Then Tor and Forge might have the perfect summer read for you. With this sampler, Tor and Forge Books proudly present a one-of-a-kind collection of articles written by our authors, excerpts of forthcoming books, and unique content. We're highlighting a cross-section of our exciting new titles in urban fantasy, paranormal romance, young adult fiction, science fiction and fantasy, historical fiction, women's fiction, and mysteries and thrillers. In addition to short articles written by our authors and excerpts from some of our forthcoming titles, this sampler includes a special roundtable discussion between five of the Tor / Forge editors. From submission guidelines to eBooks (and more!), this roundtable offers a wealth of invaluable advice to new and aspiring authors. In this collection... *DEBORAH COONTS gives readers a taste of Vegas nightlife in "Casual Sex," an all-new short story featuring the irrepressible Lucky O'Toole from the recent novel, Lucky Stiff. *CARRIE BEBRIS provides the discerning reader an informative and entertaining Field Guide to Regency Men. You simply mustn't attend another ball until you've read this! *A special preview of New York Times bestselling author W. BRUCE CAMERON's next book, Emory's Gift, provides a glimpse into a heartwarming new novel about a boy and his bear. *Debut author NICOLE "COCO" MARROW takes readers on a genre-bending thrill ride in the first chapter of her novel, Angel. *New York Times bestselling author CARRIE VAUGHN writes candidly about reaching a milestone ten books in her long-running urban fantasy series. Also included is a special preview of the next Kitty Norville adventure, Kitty's Big Trouble. *Tor and Forge editors discuss writing, publishing, and falling in love in a candid editorial roundtable revealing what editors are -- and are not -- looking ...

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The eBook Insider by Editors and Authors at Knopf Doubleday (Doubleday) (20 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The eBook Insider is the ultimate readers' resource for choosing great books. The perfect first stop to make along the way as you fill your e-reader with the books that you'll want to have in your library and recommend to friends. It's the place to find out what some of your favorite authors are reading and recommending, including Dan Brown, Nora Ephron, Carl Hiaasen, Alexander McCall Smith, Chuck Palahniuk, and others. All in one place you can preview excerpts from the best books of the year, from winners of the National Book Award, the Man Booker Prize and the Pulitzer Prize to New York Times Notable Book selections. Whether you love fiction, history, biographies or are looking for a thriller to keep you up all night, a thought-provoking pick for your reading group, or the latest book to be adapted into a movie, you're bound to find just what you're looking for when you consult The eBook Insider. All of this from the editors and authors you'll want to turn to for the best recommendations in reading, both on the printed page and on your e-reading device.

Genre: Anthologies & Literature Collections

Writing a Novel, Sydney March 2011-August 2011: Faber Academy Anthology by Kathryn Heyman (Allen & Unwin) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

In March 2011, a group of new writers gathered on the Terrace of Australian publisher Allen & Unwin for the introduction to the first ever Faber Academy at Allen & Unwin 'Writing a Novel' course under the tutelage of award winning authors Kathryn Heyman and James Bradley. There was, on that night, a sense of thrill and also mystery. Six months later, as the work in this volume testifies, those writers have, to a one, demonstrated commitment, passion, willingness to work, to play, to create, to take risks and to trust. This anthology records those achievements. The diversity of genre, subject and style in this volume is an eloquent reminder of the fact that despite our contemporary anxiety about the future of books and writing, literature hasn't gone anywhere: there are new and exciting voices emerging all around us, possessed not just of the desire to tell stories but to say something that matters, to articulate something new and important about the world. Most of the names of the writers whose work appears in this volume are likely to be unfamiliar at present, but there is no doubt many will not remain so. They are: Adrienne Adams, Maralyn Bennett, Geoffrey Burgess, Georgina Crawford, Jami Crittle, Diana Daly, Fred Fink, Sally Gibbons, Deborah Guyon, Emma Harcourt, Rowena Helston, Debra Jopson, Elizabeth Jurman, Catriona Ling, Ann McCutcheon, Lyn McDonald, Kate O'Brien, Mariza O'Keeffe, Jo Riccioni, Jane Riley, Robert Scoble, Jacqueline Stack, Kerry Stephenson, Luke Sullivan, Carolyn Swindell, Brigitte Trenear and Susan Wyndham.

Genre: Anthologies & Literature Collections