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A Week In New York by BP Black A Week In New York by BP Black March 08, 2012 You set the price! 3466 words Sample 20%
A fictionalized account of one man's experience surrounding the tenth anniversary of 9/11.
Chaos Read #4 by Brian Williams Chaos Read #4 by Brian Williams Feb. 28, 2012 You set the price! 6159 words
In Part Three of IN THE PAST we get to know the youngest of the Clark family- Mary Clark, and further explore the past of a serial killer. But just as you think you are finding out what details to how his story came to be written, you really have no idea yet. Part Three of IN THE PAST, the last chance before the true insanity begins.
Man Hunter by J. R.  Nova Man Hunter by J. R. Nova Feb. 10, 2012 You set the price! 2722 words Sample 35%
Earth's endangered species have rebounded thanks to a secret organization, an organization stained with blood.
The Future History of Travel by Tim Gingrich The Future History of Travel by Tim Gingrich Jan. 26, 2012 You set the price! 25342 words Sample 20%
In a world where fossil fuels are fast disappearing, nostalgia for the nearly extinct internal combustion engine drives a band of carbon punks to the last place where a road trip is still possible, China. But their race to recreate the classic road story is routed at every turn by the obstacles of an oil-depleted dystopia.
Audible Cities by Puran Lucas Perez Audible Cities by Puran Lucas Perez Jan. 04, 2012 You set the price! 17334 words Sample 20%
Inspired by Italo Calvino's Invisible Cities, this collection of poetic 'postcards' traces the travels of one who is fleeing both from and towards the love of his life.
The Bluffington Four by Ray Swirsky The Bluffington Four by Ray Swirsky Oct. 23, 2011 You set the price! 122175 words Sample 75%
An intriguing tale follows Francine Esterro as she is suddenly confronted with events from her past. It was decades ago that she and three other art students stumbled cross a device in an attic sending them all fatefully back in time. The memories are painful as she is forced to relive the tragedies that occurred as they struggled to find their way home. Her only true love was lost in tragedy.
In The Shadow of Babylon by John Schwartz In The Shadow of Babylon by John Schwartz Sep. 17, 2011 You set the price! 91332 words Sample 30%
Babylon has long been a touchstone of ancient history. When it's most recent ruler, Saddam Hussein, discovers a crypt lined with gold panels his paranoia about ancient prophesies is ignited. Behind the panels lies a scroll containing the autobiography of a warrior poet named Ayuba. It is the oldest writing in the world. Ayub's message inspires many in the Arab world while angering the terrorists.
Elias in Maryland by Patient D____ Elias in Maryland by Patient D____ Aug. 02, 2011 You set the price! 56778 words Sample 7%
While chasing his billowy boss down a rabbit hole, Elias Majors begins to question himself: Who am I? What do I believe in? Why should I pay for valet if I didn't drive? His quest for answers takes him on a journey that invites you to imagine all the curious happenings for yourself!
Gun Manifesto by David Majlak Gun Manifesto by David Majlak July 30, 2011 You set the price! 2243 words Sample 20%
Sarah and Dominic find themselves the target of a biker gang after it's mascot pistol goes missing. The biker gang will do anything to find it, even if that means they both must die. Maybe they shouldn't have been so vocally against the gang...
Betrayal by Michael Wolfam Betrayal by Michael Wolfam Jan. 17, 2011 You set the price! 90437 words Sample 20%
Eagles Landing, Colorado, harbors a viciously guarded secret: a sophisticated smuggling ring, which takes advantage of the rules protecting the wealthy from searches. Liv Driscol is a waitress whose passion for cars, inherited from her missing covert-operative father, turns deadly when a joyride becomes a race for her life. An accidental murder witness, she is now being hunted.
Driti's Adventures in Wonderland by  Driti's Adventures in Wonderland by rohitgreddy Oct. 29, 2010 You set the price! 26487 words Sample 30%
This is a great book about Driti's Adventures in the Wonderland.
Sagan by Patrik Blomqvist Sagan by Patrik Blomqvist Aug. 26, 2010 You set the price! 37465 words Sample 30%
A deranged fairy tale from Sweden.
Judas the Apostle by Geo Lally Judas the Apostle by Geo Lally April 14, 2010 You set the price! 27336 words Sample 30%
Judah ben Shimeon is a patriot anxious to make any sacrifice to rid his country of the hated infidel invaders. Could this be the villain who has been reviled for so many years?
The Lad by Peter Knowles The Lad by Peter Knowles March 24, 2010 You set the price! 5178 words
The story of a boy called 'Lad'. His dad had a piece of pit belting, not a belt to hold up his trousers, a piece of conveyor belt about two inches wide and two feet long that he used to smack their backsides with, well his at least. I mean, I never recall his sisters being smacked and anyway he was always told that in his family ‘Males do not hit females' Taken from the book 'Brainless Bugger'
UNTRUSSED... A-Framed series Book #1 by Don Ehrhardt UNTRUSSED... A-Framed series Book #1 by Don Ehrhardt Feb. 24, 2010 You set the price! 99579 words Sample 100%
Story of a rich man framed by his business partner and sent to prison. After serving four years he is paroled. Circumstances put him trying to survive on the streets of Seattle with an un-trust of everyone. He is willed money and leaves the streets only to find out his street friends still haunt him. Fast paced adventure, sex, murder and greed. RICHES TO RAGS TO RICHES.
Ancient Future by Jason Watson Ancient Future by Jason Watson Feb. 10, 2010 You set the price! 7754 words Sample 50%
Based on a true story; the past meets the future. A young Maori boy saves the dignity of his tribe and in the process learns about his place in life. Fooled by the tyranny of history he is confronted with the invaluable mass of the truth. In coming to grips with his past he solidifies his steps into the future...
RD-971 by Brandon Shaw RD-971 by Brandon Shaw Nov. 16, 2009 You set the price! 35541 words Sample 5%
Come join in as a newly formed company, starts to make lives easier for those who work in high rise buildings. At first glance a noble quest, but as with many ventures this one has a snag or two going on behind the scenes. As this newly formed company, is up and running the researchers at the facility have strated an epidemic, and are now seeking to profit from the antidote.
Theta Resurrection - Part 1 by Phillip Dunham Theta Resurrection - Part 1 by Phillip Dunham April 23, 2009 You set the price! 20867 words Sample 50%
This is the first installment of many to come of the Theta Resurrection adventure. Tim has found a mystery from the past... Or is it from the future? Somebody out there wants it very bad. Can he escape them? Will he ever be safe again? Download, and find out for yourself. Free for a limited time only!!! Reviewers can request a coupon for Part 2 at my Blog. Enjoy!
The Money was His by Wendy Brumback The Money was His by Wendy Brumback Jan. 17, 2009 You set the price! 547 words Sample 50%
When you find money on the street what do you do? The right thing is return it, but you never know where that may lead you.