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Fuzzy Logic by Kyle Hemmings Fuzzy Logic by Kyle Hemmings Aug. 20, 2011 $1.99 6604 words Sample 20%
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Short Stories With Poetry by Michael Kamau Short Stories With Poetry by Michael Kamau Aug. 19, 2011 $2.99 26203 words Sample 50%
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Michael Kamau is just a humble poet who came forth from out of his Mother's body during the Fall of 1964. Many of Michael Kamau's poems can be heard at michaelkamaupoetry.com where drum and percussion sound accompany his spoken word recital. For video of Michael Kamau's spoken word, please visit youtube.com/michaelkamauvideo. For questions, comments or complaints, feel free to email Michael Kamau at MichaelKamauPoetry@gmail.com
Coffeehouse Meditations by Nina Romano Coffeehouse Meditations by Nina Romano Aug. 19, 2011 $3.50 13051 words Sample 15%
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NINA ROMANO earned an M.A. from Adelphi University and an M. F. A. in Creative Writing from Florida International University. Her short fiction, memoir, reviews, and poetry appear in The Rome Daily American; The Chrysalis Reader; Whiskey Island; Gulf Stream Magazine and many others. Excerpts from her novel-in-progress, The Secret Language of Women, appear in Dimsum: Asia's Literary Journal, Southern Women's Review, and Driftwood. Romano's debut poetry collection, Cooking Lessons, was published in June, 2007 by Rock Press, and submitted for a Pulitzer Prize. Learn more about Nina Romano and her books at www.ninaromano.com or www.screwiowa.com.
To See You No More by Janet Butler To See You No More by Janet Butler Aug. 19, 2011 $1.99 2070 words Sample 10%
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I Remember You Well by Louis Boudreaux I Remember You Well by Louis Boudreaux Aug. 19, 2011 $4.99 11309 words Sample 20%
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Fat Girl by Jessie Carty Fat Girl by Jessie Carty Aug. 18, 2011 $4.99 4481 words Sample 20%
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Jessie Carty’s writing has appeared in publications such as MARGIE, decomP, and Connotation Press. She is the author of four poetry chapbooks which include Fat Girl (Sibling Rivalry, 2011) as well as the award-winning full-length poetry collection, Paper House (Folded Word 2010). Jessie teaches at RCCC in Concord, North Carolina, and is the editor for Referential Magazine.
Only If they Could Hear Me Cry: A Personal Reflection of Poverty and Homelessness In America by Sturgis Publications Only If they Could Hear Me Cry: A Personal Reflection of Poverty and Homelessness In America by Sturgis Publications Aug. 18, 2011 $1.99 3574 words Sample 5%
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Raymond Sturgis a author by talent and trendsetter by day. Raymond Sturgis has so many books that have touched the hearts of so many people. Mr. Sturgis is on a mission of breaking the Guinness Book of records for most books published in a year. Although the record is important, however, nothing pleases him more than sharing quality work with people all over the world.
A Lifetime of Yesterdays by James C. Coomer A Lifetime of Yesterdays by James C. Coomer Aug. 17, 2011 $3.99 6029 words Sample 20%
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James C. Coomer was born in Evansville, Indiana and holds a Ph.D in Political Science from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. He has held university administration positions of Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean, College of Arts Sciences, and Associate Vice Chancellor for Curriculum and Research. He has served on the staff of the Mayor of a large metropolitan city and on the staff of a U.S. Senate in Washington, D.C. Dr. Coomer is the author or editor of four books, numerous professional articles, and over 100 newspaper and magazine articles. After a career of teaching and writing about political science, he now devotes his writing efforts to poetry and short stories. His short story, “Destiny,” was voted Best Fictional Short Story by the Gulf Coast Writers Association, in 1991. He presently lives and writes in Norcross, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta.
Within The Pages Of My Poetry by Michael Kamau Within The Pages Of My Poetry by Michael Kamau Aug. 17, 2011 $2.99 21278 words Sample 20%
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Michael Kamau is just a humble poet who came forth from out of his Mother's body during the Fall of 1964. Many of Michael Kamau's poems can be heard at michaelkamaupoetry.com where drum and percussion sound accompany his spoken word recital. For video of Michael Kamau's spoken word, please visit youtube.com/michaelkamauvideo. For questions, comments or complaints, feel free to email Michael Kamau at MichaelKamauPoetry@gmail.com
Naked Poetry by Princess Kelly Naked Poetry by Princess Kelly Aug. 15, 2011 Free! 1313 words Read a sample
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Princess Kelly was born in South Korea, and raised in the United States of America. She is an aspiring poet/quote/writer of sorts. She enjoys tennis, reading, jogging, walking, and of course writing here and there. Her basis for writing is to touch others in deep ways. She strives to enlighten and is a thinker of sayings, etc. Princess Kelly lives near the West Coast and is pursuing her dream of having her poetry published in magazines and books. Recently, a poem "Giving In" will be featured in a book by World Poetry Movement in printed form November 2011. The book is called Stars In Our Hearts. Look for it! Copyright January 2008 Pen Name Princess Kelly First time used in a amazon kindle book and published January 28, 2011.
Art of Words by AG Press Authors Art of Words by AG Press Authors Aug. 14, 2011 $3.99 13706 words Sample 20%
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My Life as Adam by Bryan Borland My Life as Adam by Bryan Borland Aug. 14, 2011 $6.99 14688 words Sample 20%
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Bryan Borland is a Pushcart-nominated poet from Little Rock, Arkansas, and the owner of Sibling Rivalry Press. His first book, My Life as Adam, was one of only five collections of poetry included on the American Library Association's "Over the Rainbow" list of notable LGBT-themed books published in 2010. He is the founding editor of Assaracus, the only print journal in the world dedicated exclusively to the poetry of gay men. His work has appeared in Gay & Lesbian Review Worldwide, Breadcrumb Scabs, Referential Magazine, vox poetica, Ganymede, and Velvet Mafia, among others. For more about Bryan, visit his website at www.bryanborland.com.
Romantic Poetry For Everyday Living Vol 2 by 8DaveWonder Romantic Poetry For Everyday Living Vol 2 by 8DaveWonder Aug. 13, 2011 $0.99 1324 words Sample 15%
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I am a writer and a poet.
I Give You My Heart by Stevie Seber I Give You My Heart by Stevie Seber Aug. 12, 2011 Free! 4417 words Read a sample
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Stevie Seber is a reader, writer and poet who hopes to one day sucessfully publish a full length novel and hopes that in publishing with Smashwords.com it can get her name out there and draw new readers to her work. She intends to write and publish erotica in the near future as well as historical romance.
Dixmont by Rick Campbell Dixmont by Rick Campbell Aug. 12, 2011 $2.99 9617 words Sample 20%
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Rick Campbell's most recent book of poems is Dixmont, from Black Bay Books (first printing Autumn House). His other books are The Traveler’s Companion (Black Bay Books, 2004); and Setting The World In Order (Texas Tech 2001) which won the Walt McDonald Prize and A Day’s Work (State Street Press 2000. He’s won a Pushcart Prize, an NEA Fellowship in Poetry, and two poetry fellowships from the Florida Arts Council. He’s published poems and essays in many journals including The Georgia Review, The Florida Review, Prairie Schooner and many others. Campbell is the director of Anhinga Press and teaches English at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. He was born on the Ohio River twenty miles downriver from Pittsburgh and now lives with his wife and daughter in Gadsden County, Florida.
I Give You My Heart by Stevie Seber I Give You My Heart by Stevie Seber Aug. 10, 2011 $0.99 4417 words Sample 20%
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I started writing in elemetary school and began writing novels in middle school, by high school I was writing romance novels and recently have started to experiment with writing erotic romance and paranormal romance, which I hope to publish here.
The Maturation of Michael Merriweather: From the Poet, to the Pen, to the Paper by MR Merriweather The Maturation of Michael Merriweather: From the Poet, to the Pen, to the Paper by MR Merriweather Aug. 10, 2011 $2.99 6005 words Sample 15%
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Born in Buffalo , New York , and raised in Leighton , Alabama , Michael Merriweather, Jr. has been able to adapt to change at an early age. Born to Michael Merriweather, Sr. and Pamela Merriweather, and the brother of Tennille Brownrigg and Marcus Merriweather (RIP), his family, though untraditional, has been a support system through every stage in his life. Michael obtained a B.A. in Marketing before moving to Dallas , TX , where he gained his M.B.A. from Texas A&M University-Commerce. He is now a professional in the DFW area and CEO of Dreams Expounded Inc., a non-profit that provides college scholarships for students of Colbert County High School.
So Far by Elise Lyons So Far by Elise Lyons Aug. 09, 2011 Free! 2018 words Read a sample
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Elise has done free-lance writing of the nonfiction variety as well as dabbled in poetry throughout the years. She devotes at least an hour a day on something related to writing, whether it is actual writing, research for a story, or editing. Her interests include cooking via the 'throw it together and pray' method, reading, and web design.
Swimming up River by the chinook Published at Smashwords 2011 by Swimming up River by the chinook Published at Smashwords 2011 by thechinook Aug. 09, 2011 Free! 1218 words Read a sample
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Poetry In The Key Of Rhyme by Michael Kamau Poetry In The Key Of Rhyme by Michael Kamau Aug. 09, 2011 $2.99 18192 words Sample 20%
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Michael Kamau is just a humble poet who came forth from out of his Mother's body during the Fall of 1964. Many of Michael Kamau's poems can be heard at michaelkamaupoetry.com where drum and percussion sound accompany his spoken word recital. For video of Michael Kamau's spoken word, please visit youtube.com/michaelkamauvideo. For questions, comments or complaints, feel free to email Michael Kamau at MichaelKamauPoetry@gmail.com
Poems about Love, Hate, and God by Jim Heskett Poems about Love, Hate, and God by Jim Heskett Aug. 08, 2011 $2.99 3328 words Sample 20%
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author, screenwriter, poet, musician, at least in my head
Vampires & Underwires by Krista Gromalski Vampires & Underwires by Krista Gromalski Aug. 07, 2011 $1.99 1503 words Sample 50%
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Krista Gromalski is a writer and co-founder of Heron’s Eye Communications. She is a native of Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, Schuylkill County — the heart of the anthracite coal region — and currently lives in Pike County near the Upper Delaware River. She is pursuing her M.A. in Sustainable Business and Communities at Goddard College.
The Book of Shotguns, 129 Names for Your Rock Band by Charlie Close The Book of Shotguns, 129 Names for Your Rock Band by Charlie Close Aug. 06, 2011 Free! 1157 words Read a sample
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Charlie Close is a writer living in Michigan in the US.
Just One More Time (the John Denver Poem) by Steven Clark Just One More Time (the John Denver Poem) by Steven Clark Aug. 05, 2011 Free! 240 words Read a sample
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It all started when a 12 year old boy asked his father a simple question: "Dad, can you help me write a story for these characters that I created?" A few months would pass before the world of the Golden Knight was born. Justin Clark is a student at Cass Middle School and a member of the Art Club. Justin loves anime and superheroes. He draws and creates many of his own characters. His father, Steven Clark, has written stories, songs, stage plays and poems since high school. He is a graduate of Kennesaw State University with a degree in history. The Clark family (Steven, Leslie, Justin, Jason and Brooke) live in Georgia. Taylor Gibson is experienced in graphic design and anime/manga style artwork. Taylor lives in North Carolina.
Paris Poems by Jim Chevallier Paris Poems by Jim Chevallier Aug. 04, 2011 $3.99 2911 words Sample 20%
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Jim Chevallier is both a performer and a researcher, having worked as a radio announcer (WCAS, WBUR and WBZ-FM), acted (on NBC's "Passions", and numerous smaller projects) and published an essay on breakfast in 18th century France (in Wagner and Hassan's "Consuming Culture in the Long Nineteenth Century") in addition to researching and translating several historical works of his own. It was as an actor that he began to write monologues for use by others, resulting in his first collection, "The Monologue Bin". This has been followed by several others over the years. Work on an historical novel led him to the subject of historical food, starting with the essay mentioned above and "How to Cook a Peacock", a new translation of Taillevent's "Le Viandier". Two collections based around 18th century menus and recipes followed (in the series "Apres Moi, le Dessert"). The discovery that Marie-Antoinette did NOT bring the croissant to France ultimately led him to the person who did: August Zang, also Austrian and a fascinating figure in himself. The second edition of "August Zang and the French Croissant", revised and much expanded, is now available. His interest in the eighteenth century has also led to research on police and criminal matters of the period, some of which is available in "The Old Regime Blotter I: Bloodshed, Sex and Violence in Pre-Revolutionary France".
Milestones by Gary Revel Milestones by Gary Revel Aug. 04, 2011 $2.99 10151 words Sample 20%
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I was born in Florala, Alabama on June 29, 1949. My mother and dad divorced when I was 5. We moved around a lot and my mother was married and divorced a couple of more times before I graduated high school in Bonifay, Florida in 1967, I enlisted in the US Navy and after receiving an Honorable Discharge moved to Hollywood, California. Below is a few details and facts of my life that is touched on in the book, TO LIVE OR MAYBE NOT. Playing poker with men in a rough and tumble southern juke-joint is not the typical activity of a 10 year old boy but it was for Gary Revel. Dancing with waitresses to Rock & Roll, Blues and Country music coming from the jukebox was also part of his usual child's-play. In High School he formed his first Rock 'N Roll band and after graduating joined the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Hollywood California beckoned and he started writing songs and making records beginning in the Capitol Records recording studios. Danger, intrigue and murder followed as Gary entered the darkness of the investigation of the Martin Luther King Jr. assassination. His investigation of the killing took him on a journey that would bring him into Brushy Mountain Prison in Petros Tennessee to meet face to face with the convicted killer of Martin Luther King Jr., James Earl Ray. From this came his investigation in which he found that others killed MLK, not James Earl Ray. The story of that investigation has been optioned for a movie by William Sachs. Bill has written a screenplay, MLK, and negotiations are proceeding for the financing of the movie. A more detailed bio is at: http://www.garyrevel.com/gary_bio.html or just buy the book, To Live Or Maybe Not.
Apples of Gold: A collection of inspirational short stories and poems by William Power Apples of Gold: A collection of inspirational short stories and poems by William Power Aug. 03, 2011 Free! 5807 words Read a sample
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Born in Columbus Ohio in 1966, William grew up in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio. William`s family eventually moved to North Georgia in 1979. William grew up in rural North Georgia and never finished high school. He came from a poor family and a fatherless home. William struggled with alcoholism and drug abuse at an early age until he found a new way of life in 1988. Married in 1989, he was blessed with three children by his first wife and now is a proud grandfather as well. William had always dreamed of becoming a writer and a published author; however, life, business, and children took his life in a different direction. William owned and operated several successful businesses throughout his adult life and was a self-made man. He also spent 15 years training as a Martial Artist and was a certified instructor. He retired from his career in Martial Arts in 2008. In early 2008, his business ventures began to fail under the weight of the falling economy; he decided to pursue his dream of writing and went back to college to earn his degree in English. In 2010 he began to write his first book “Apples of Gold: A collection of inspirational short stories and poems,” published in August of 2011. William decided to give this work away to readers in the form of a free eBook to allow his readers to get to know him and enjoy his work. The book has remained in the top 10 highest rated poetry books on smashwords.com for over 6 months to date thanks to his readers. Currently William is working on his second book, “Voices of the Heart,” which should hit virtual book shelves by the summer of 2012. He also maintains a literary blog, “Two Drops of Ink,” where he enjoys interaction with others who love the world of literature at all levels. His future goals include a fiction novel which he is currently writing (in the mystery-thriller genre). Thank you for your interest in his work. "I have always hoped to touch the lives of others through the written word. I thank each and every individual who has taken the time to read my poetry and prose. I write from the heart and touch on subjects that are not always pleasant, but, all of us have a level of neurosis I suppose, often times, these are the ties that bind us—I love to speak the language of the human heart." William Power
Love-In-Idleness by Christopher Hennessy Love-In-Idleness by Christopher Hennessy Aug. 03, 2011 $2.99 8867 words Sample 30%
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Christopher Hennessy is the author of Outside the Lines: Talking with Contemporary Gay Poets (University of Michigan Press). He earned an MFA from Emerson College and currently is a Ph.D. candidate in English Literature at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. He was included in Ploughshares' special "Emerging Writers" edition, and his poetry, interviews, and book reviews have appeared in American Poetry Review, Verse, Cimarron Review, The Writer's Chronicle, The Bloomsbury Review, Court Green, OCHO, Crab Orchard Review, Natural Bridge, Wisconsin Review, Brooklyn Review, Memorious, and elsewhere. Hennessy is a longtime associate editor for The Gay & Lesbian Review-Worldwide.
Songs of a Wayward Christian by Roger Martin Songs of a Wayward Christian by Roger Martin Aug. 03, 2011 $3.00 1743 words Sample 50%
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A Thousand Doors by Matt Pasca A Thousand Doors by Matt Pasca Aug. 02, 2011 $4.99 15977 words Sample 20%
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Matt Pasca makes his home on the south shore of Long Island in Bay Shore, New York with his wife Terri and sons Rainer and Atticus. A graduate of Cornell University and Stony Brook University, he has taught Creative Writing, Mythology and Literature at Bay Shore High School since 1997. He was named New York State Teacher of Excellence in 2003 and is the adviser of The Writers’ Block, named Most Outstanding High School Literary-Art Magazine for 2010 by the American Scholastic Press Association. This is Pasca’s first full-length manuscript. For bookings and inquiries, contact Matt at simileman@optonline.net.
Rage by Kadence Parker Rage by Kadence Parker Aug. 02, 2011 Free! 2565 words Read a sample
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Reading and writting has always been something that I have enjoyed since grad school. I am glad that I am finally able to let others read what I write and see what I see.
Life, Love, and Gems That Shine by Arthur Weil Life, Love, and Gems That Shine by Arthur Weil Aug. 02, 2011 $2.99 13797 words Sample 20%
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Arthur Weil 85 years old Arthur Weil is from Piedmont, California. He is a retired high school teacher and real estate agent. Arthur Weil's poetry examines all facets of life while paying tribute to them with wit, wisdom and whimsy. His words inspire the reader to look at life in a new way, to pause and appreciate, and, always, to chuckle. He has been published in a number of anthologies and newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune. He has published 17 books of poetry since his first, “Life, Love and Gems That Shine,” in December of 1999. Mr. Weil escaped Nazi Germany in 1938 as one of 1400 children of the kindertransport. He spent his formative years in Chicago, completing his BA and MA degrees, finished his PhD coursework in History at UC Berkeley. He taught in the public school system for 27 years, and went on to run his own real estate business for 24 years before becoming a full time writer. Art is a strong supporter of the arts in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has two children and three grandchildren. At the age of 85, Art recently finished a book of poetry for teens, “Eat My Words.”
Poetic Thoughts by Princess Kelly by Princess Kelly Poetic Thoughts by Princess Kelly by Princess Kelly Aug. 01, 2011 Free! 4264 words Read a sample
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Princess Kelly was born in South Korea, and raised in the United States of America. She is an aspiring poet/quote/writer of sorts. She enjoys tennis, reading, jogging, walking, and of course writing here and there. Her basis for writing is to touch others in deep ways. She strives to enlighten and is a thinker of sayings, etc. Princess Kelly lives near the West Coast and is pursuing her dream of having her poetry published in magazines and books. Recently, a poem "Giving In" will be featured in a book by World Poetry Movement in printed form November 2011. The book is called Stars In Our Hearts. Look for it! Copyright January 2008 Pen Name Princess Kelly First time used in a amazon kindle book and published January 28, 2011.
Already It Is Dusk by Joe Fletcher Already It Is Dusk by Joe Fletcher Aug. 01, 2011 $2.99 5970 words Sample 33%
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Joe Fletcher is the author of the chapbook, Sleigh Ride, published by Factory Hollow Press. Other work of his can be found at jubilat, Octopus, Slope, Hoboeye, Poetry International, Hollins Critic, MoonLit, and elsewhere. He lives in Carrboro, NC.
Easy Battles For Lazy Armies by Robert Benefiel Easy Battles For Lazy Armies by Robert Benefiel July 31, 2011 $0.99 18102 words Sample 20%
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Born in Santa Monica, California, Robert Benefiel has lived in several places throughout the United States. He has worked many jobs from fishing dock operator to optician. His first love has always been art and writing, which he was introduced to through comic books and cartoons. By 12 he had developed a taste for Elliot, Cummings, Shakespeare & Dickenson only to later read contemporary authors while at the same time developing a love for music. His first published work was at 15 years old. He has several books of poetry including "After The First Shot", "Poetastard". "4th & Hill Is Gone Forever", "Laugh Until The Devil Wakes Up, "The Sound Of Typing", as well as other volumes to follow, and novels as well.
One Year in the Mountains by David Corbet One Year in the Mountains by David Corbet July 31, 2011 $1.99 5700 words Sample 15%
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David Corbet (1972-present) was born in Idaho but raised in Northern California. He returned to Idaho in 2004 when he began writing and painting as modes to express his interior life. His first book of poems "A Year in the Mountains" reflects his emotional state as he transitions from a city life to a mountain life. He currently resides in a midsized city in Southeastern Idaho.
Far From Luck by Charles O'Hay Far From Luck by Charles O'Hay July 31, 2011 $4.99 6404 words Sample 10%
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CHARLES O'HAY is the recipient of a 1995 Pennsylvania Council on the Arts fellowship in poetry. His poems have appeared in over 100 literary publications including Gargoyle, South Carolina Review, Brooklyn Review, West Branch, Mudfish, and New York Quarterly. A portion of all profits will be donated to Project H.O.M.E. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The author lives with his wife and daughter in eastern Pennsylvania. This is his first full-length collection of poems.
Josie Delgado: A Poem of the Central Valley by Jack Remick Josie Delgado: A Poem of the Central Valley by Jack Remick July 29, 2011 $2.99 14670 words Sample 1%
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I'm the author of Throwback and Other Stories: The stories in Throwback open a window on characters living calm everyday lives but underneath that calm there's a violent, bloody, painful, suicidal world and a savage god waiting for them to make a mistake. The hurt oozes up driving each of these people to find a way out-- The kid with a heart murmur wants to be a Marine. A guy finds his lost sister but doesn't know how to handle a fallen angel. A woman with a fatal disease loses all her hair and doesn't want to live without it. Looking for love, a writer finds a demon muse who rips his heart out. A traveling salesman falls in love with a surgical nightmare... Throwback takes you step by step into a dark world where the light is just an illusion E-books are here, the paperback version is available from Amazon.
X Factor by Fred Chandler X Factor by Fred Chandler July 28, 2011 $7.99 1232 words Sample 20%
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Fred Chandler is the author of two chapbooks, A Flying Frog and X Factor. He is a recipient of a National Endowment for the Humanities grant, a fellow of the American Film Institute, a member of the Writers Guild of America and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Fred's poems have appeared in The Pink Chameleon, Splizz, Northern Stars, and The Storyteller, among other publications. He is originally from New York City, and now lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Jo.
The American Life by Royal Chukwudumebi The American Life by Royal Chukwudumebi July 28, 2011 $9.99 1185 words Sample 10%
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Heart-Shaped Growth: Poetic Evolution from Teen to Adult by Gina Sanders Heart-Shaped Growth: Poetic Evolution from Teen to Adult by Gina Sanders July 27, 2011 $0.99 5574 words Sample 15%
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Gina Sanders is a life-long marine, outdoor, and equine enthusiast. A firm believer that heaven is closer in a house on the water, Gina prefers to spnd as much time as possible celebrating the joys of the Gulf of Mexico and what it has to offer. She was an active participant in the oil spill clean-up, volunteering whenever possible and patroling beaches for signs of oil. Gina is also the owner of two horses and it is not unusual to find her at the barn with hay in her hair. She began taking English riding lessons at the age of 8 and has immersed herself in horses and riding ever since, having spent many years riding hunter/jumpers with various trainers around the country. Currently she calls the Mississippi Gulf Coast home, and splits her time between the beach, the barn, and hiking with her canine family members.
Before The Intersection by Francisco Sanchez Before The Intersection by Francisco Sanchez July 27, 2011 $0.99 7095 words Sample 25%
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Born in Puerto Rico, but raised in the South Bronx, New york. Graduated from Stevenson High School. Entered Marist college in Poughkeepsie, NY. One year later went to Hunter College in the city of NY. One year later dropped out. Worked as an armed guard for three years. From there worked for a plastic manufactoring company. Worked there for about four years and from there went to work for a drug campany in New Jersey. After about seven years it blew-up. I have been disable since 1995. In 2003, I moved to paradise, to the small island of Puerto Rico. I am now working on two manualscripts and I hope to have then published Soon! One of them deals with wisdom of heart and the other with the true origin of the universe.
Lies From The Past: A Viet Nam Tale by Vicki Smart Penhall Lies From The Past: A Viet Nam Tale by Vicki Smart Penhall July 26, 2011 $4.99 46674 words Sample 20%
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Vicki Smart Penhall is truly an engaging and readable author of short fiction novels. As a performing artist, she is an actor, comedian, director and a Texas singer/songwriter. She hails from Houston; was mostly educated at Texas Tech University, and holds B.S. and M.S. degrees from Texas A&M University. As an educator, she has taught high school and college writing and theater, and regularly serves as an adjudicator for UIL academic and theater competitions.
A Vinyl Night and Other Miseries by Stan Grimes A Vinyl Night and Other Miseries by Stan Grimes July 25, 2011 Free! 9215 words Read a sample
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Stan Grimes lives in Indiana with his wife and pets. He is a graduate of Indiana University. He leans left politically, so much he falls over sometimes. Vinyl Night and Other Miseries is his complete book of poetry. Though, he has written sci-fi, suspense, and mystery novels for other publishers, his first love is poetry. His poetry is sometimes intense, emotional, but always honest.
Dare-Devilish and Divine by Arthur Weil Dare-Devilish and Divine by Arthur Weil July 24, 2011 $2.99 15809 words Sample 20%
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Arthur Weil 85 years old Arthur Weil is from Piedmont, California. He is a retired high school teacher and real estate agent. Arthur Weil's poetry examines all facets of life while paying tribute to them with wit, wisdom and whimsy. His words inspire the reader to look at life in a new way, to pause and appreciate, and, always, to chuckle. He has been published in a number of anthologies and newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune. He has published 17 books of poetry since his first, “Life, Love and Gems That Shine,” in December of 1999. Mr. Weil escaped Nazi Germany in 1938 as one of 1400 children of the kindertransport. He spent his formative years in Chicago, completing his BA and MA degrees, finished his PhD coursework in History at UC Berkeley. He taught in the public school system for 27 years, and went on to run his own real estate business for 24 years before becoming a full time writer. Art is a strong supporter of the arts in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has two children and three grandchildren. At the age of 85, Art recently finished a book of poetry for teens, “Eat My Words.”
"Kottyn's Pickin" Great Dessert! by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet July 23, 2011 $2.99 3703 words Sample 10%
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“This Is Me” My sensuality comes natural to me; my subtle flirty way can’t be contained. I’m not conceded, but very confident in my ability to mind blow you with my scent… My beauty comes from my actions not from the appearance of my physical body or should I say boo-ty. My beauty is shown in the love I project even before I speak, you respect...the silence of my voice, my eyes say so much more, look beyond the beauty I am who you adore…for what I have to offer is quietly stored…away, God holds the key so get on one knee ask for me go ahead pray. Not having a career of my own to be a good mother…”was already written in stone”, hardships, bad credit, and God is what I discovered, pushed aside my dreams to secure a good future for my sons and my daughters…no good fathers, friends, or lovers…no smoking or drinking…wait let me re-think it… My children would have been left on their own it was a struggle everyday just trying to keep the lights on…even though I have a house it’s not my home Through Gods love, grace, and mercy I’m no longer living on the streets warm bed and something good to eat… Because of God’s love I stayed above water, so if you’re not on his team, then don’t even bother…don’t think you will break me I give God the glory I am just getting started… Hey! This is just the beginning of my story!
Strong in my Woman by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet Strong in my Woman by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet July 22, 2011 $3.99 7482 words Sample 10%
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“This Is Me” My sensuality comes natural to me; my subtle flirty way can’t be contained. I’m not conceded, but very confident in my ability to mind blow you with my scent… My beauty comes from my actions not from the appearance of my physical body or should I say boo-ty. My beauty is shown in the love I project even before I speak, you respect...the silence of my voice, my eyes say so much more, look beyond the beauty I am who you adore…for what I have to offer is quietly stored…away, God holds the key so get on one knee ask for me go ahead pray. Not having a career of my own to be a good mother…”was already written in stone”, hardships, bad credit, and God is what I discovered, pushed aside my dreams to secure a good future for my sons and my daughters…no good fathers, friends, or lovers…no smoking or drinking…wait let me re-think it… My children would have been left on their own it was a struggle everyday just trying to keep the lights on…even though I have a house it’s not my home Through Gods love, grace, and mercy I’m no longer living on the streets warm bed and something good to eat… Because of God’s love I stayed above water, so if you’re not on his team, then don’t even bother…don’t think you will break me I give God the glory I am just getting started… Hey! This is just the beginning of my story!
He's Beautiful to Me by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet He's Beautiful to Me by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet July 22, 2011 $3.99 12358 words Sample 10%
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“This Is Me” My sensuality comes natural to me; my subtle flirty way can’t be contained. I’m not conceded, but very confident in my ability to mind blow you with my scent… My beauty comes from my actions not from the appearance of my physical body or should I say boo-ty. My beauty is shown in the love I project even before I speak, you respect...the silence of my voice, my eyes say so much more, look beyond the beauty I am who you adore…for what I have to offer is quietly stored…away, God holds the key so get on one knee ask for me go ahead pray. Not having a career of my own to be a good mother…”was already written in stone”, hardships, bad credit, and God is what I discovered, pushed aside my dreams to secure a good future for my sons and my daughters…no good fathers, friends, or lovers…no smoking or drinking…wait let me re-think it… My children would have been left on their own it was a struggle everyday just trying to keep the lights on…even though I have a house it’s not my home Through Gods love, grace, and mercy I’m no longer living on the streets warm bed and something good to eat… Because of God’s love I stayed above water, so if you’re not on his team, then don’t even bother…don’t think you will break me I give God the glory I am just getting started… Hey! This is just the beginning of my story!
The Love Letter by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet The Love Letter by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet July 22, 2011 $3.99 7464 words Sample 10%
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“This Is Me” My sensuality comes natural to me; my subtle flirty way can’t be contained. I’m not conceded, but very confident in my ability to mind blow you with my scent… My beauty comes from my actions not from the appearance of my physical body or should I say boo-ty. My beauty is shown in the love I project even before I speak, you respect...the silence of my voice, my eyes say so much more, look beyond the beauty I am who you adore…for what I have to offer is quietly stored…away, God holds the key so get on one knee ask for me go ahead pray. Not having a career of my own to be a good mother…”was already written in stone”, hardships, bad credit, and God is what I discovered, pushed aside my dreams to secure a good future for my sons and my daughters…no good fathers, friends, or lovers…no smoking or drinking…wait let me re-think it… My children would have been left on their own it was a struggle everyday just trying to keep the lights on…even though I have a house it’s not my home Through Gods love, grace, and mercy I’m no longer living on the streets warm bed and something good to eat… Because of God’s love I stayed above water, so if you’re not on his team, then don’t even bother…don’t think you will break me I give God the glory I am just getting started… Hey! This is just the beginning of my story!
Pickin Kottyn's Book of Poetry by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet Pickin Kottyn's Book of Poetry by Kottyn The Soft Spoken Poet July 22, 2011 $3.99 8162 words Sample 10%
Author bio:
“This Is Me” My sensuality comes natural to me; my subtle flirty way can’t be contained. I’m not conceded, but very confident in my ability to mind blow you with my scent… My beauty comes from my actions not from the appearance of my physical body or should I say boo-ty. My beauty is shown in the love I project even before I speak, you respect...the silence of my voice, my eyes say so much more, look beyond the beauty I am who you adore…for what I have to offer is quietly stored…away, God holds the key so get on one knee ask for me go ahead pray. Not having a career of my own to be a good mother…”was already written in stone”, hardships, bad credit, and God is what I discovered, pushed aside my dreams to secure a good future for my sons and my daughters…no good fathers, friends, or lovers…no smoking or drinking…wait let me re-think it… My children would have been left on their own it was a struggle everyday just trying to keep the lights on…even though I have a house it’s not my home Through Gods love, grace, and mercy I’m no longer living on the streets warm bed and something good to eat… Because of God’s love I stayed above water, so if you’re not on his team, then don’t even bother…don’t think you will break me I give God the glory I am just getting started… Hey! This is just the beginning of my story!