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From 9

by Stephen Gerard

From 9 is my first collection of poetry. It is separated into six sections, each with its own theme. As such, From 9 moves through a range of emotions. At times the poems are provocative, tender, humorous, impatient, dark, and elegant. Although these subjects are as old as time itself, my goal has been to re-imagine them with my own unique perspective.

The Incan

by Del Tritten

PROLOGUE: The old man rose and stepped outside his stone house into the pre-dawn darkness. A ‘chasqui’ messenger bowed before the great one and advised him that he would lead the remaining people at the Emperor’s estate at Machu Picchu to join a great rebellion against the ‘Concha’ Spanish. The old man sent him away. He already decided that today would be his day to die. He dressed in his finest tunic, headband, feathered knee and ankle bracelets, and golden armband. He made a last tour ... more

Chewy Toy And Sock

by Brigida Hurley

The place where the story is set is in a big beautiful yellow and red rooftop house in a bright and sunny city. The house is covered with lots of trees and green grass. There are rose bushes and butterflies. Inside the house is warm and fuzzy with a country couch and an old sofa. There is a bookshelf with lots of books to learn and enjoy. There a family that lives in the house with three dogs. The dogs have there own living room where they all sit and talk about their stories of adventure and pr... more

THE LAST ROMANTICS

by Elizabeth Malin

“Like The French Lieutenant's Woman by John Fowles, The Last Romantics by Elizabeth Malin is a layered story that sends you back to the golden age of American literature and forward to the world of contemporary popular literature with the editorial mantra of ‘sex sells.’ Malin deftly brings each of the three stories in The Last Romantics to a successful conclusion that should please all readers.” – Joan Reeves, NY Times & USA T... more

Hello World 5000

by Jeff Hunt

Hello World 5000 can be called a "children's story," if you’re a child, that is, who’s either secretly or noticeably intelligent, slightly on the sad side, possessing a fine vocabulary, and who has perhaps even grown embarrassingly tall and has a job. The story begins with a boy named Royal. Royal was named after a typewriter and raised by "The Master," Eduardo Aquifer XXVII, the last in a 500 year old line of unpublished authors who runs St. Millar's Writing Academy for Illiterate Orphans, ... more

Nicaea Trilogy

by Warren Lamb

An ancient codex is the object of a relentless quest over centuries by people who are determined to possess the priceless Christian book. The trilogy is a unique collection of three novellas under one cover. The story unfolds against a backdrop of conflict and persecution in the days of the Roman Empire. What finally happens is revealed many centuries later in an epilogue that will probably surprise readers.

Blue Moon Luck

by Linda Collison

In 1980s West Virginia, twenty-two-year-old Chance Lee dreams of musical stardom and escaping his rural town—and is encouraged by a local fortune-teller to set his plans in motion.

A Cat Named Mouse

by Patti Tingen

A Cat Named Mouse is an amusing tale of teasing and mixed-up names. With help from his quirky new friend Cheese, Mouse overcomes his nemesis, the nasty dog next door. Acceptance and friendship win out in the end!

Return to the Riverbank Written & Illustrated by E. A. Dorrington (Book 1)

by E. A. Dorrington

The magic of Kenneth Grahame’s immortal novel ‘The Wind in The Willows’ returns, beloved by readers of all ages and generations, Ratty, Mole, Mr Badger and of course the irrepressible Mr Toad step out of the pages once again to enchant, entertain and thrill those who love the timeless world of the riverbank. Much to the Water Rats annoyance ‘Autumn’ is fast approaching, life along the riverbank is beginning to wind down. A chance encounter with Mr Badger begins a series of adventures that wi... more

The Proving

by Elizabeth Fannin Crowe

When the leader dies with no warning, the citizens of Ravenna turn to his daughter, Kira Sophosia, for leadership. But before she is able to govern, she must go though the legendary rite known as The Proving. As she prepares, Kira begins to ask questions; questions that have dangerous answers. When her world begins to unravel, Kira must fight to show bother the city and herself that she can rise to the occasion.

Ethel's New Home

by Kathy Rogo

Ethel's New Home is a heartwarming story about a dwarf hamster who lives in a hamster tank with seven brothers and sisters. But Ethel has a problem, she is getting tired of having to share all the time with them. Ethel can't eat, drink, or sleep when she wants because her brothers and sisters are always in the way. Ethel decides the answer is to escape from the tank and find a new, more spacious place to live by herself. What waits outside of the tank for Ethel? Will she ever make her way home ... more

After the President Disappeared

by Rodger Christopherson

The President of the United States disappears from Air Force One, the world's most secure airplane, while in flight. But he is not alone. All world leaders, from political to religious to criminal, end up on a remote island together and have to deal with each other face to face. This unexplainable event leaves behind a global crisis that leads to disruption and catastrophe for the rest of the population. For most, it's about raw survival and the character traits which emerge become adverse and e... more

Tangles

by Sharleen Scott

While faced with the challenge of his mother’s escalating Alzheimer’s disease, Logan McKinnon discovers secret journals that leave him questioning everything he knows about his family. With no one left to ask, Logan must find a man mentioned in the journals to discover a truth he may not want to know.

Tommy The Tugboat

by Mike Uriss

In this exciting tale, we learn how Tommy’s determination and brave heart carry the day, as he perseveres against all odds to do what he knows he must.

Tales Written In A Forest

by J. D. Wellander

A journey of wonder into the lives of fasinating individuals, and creature that share their interesting lives with the reader. These tales are guranteed to be pure enjoyment for each and every reader.

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