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100 Words - Short Stories by Ann Ahsberg 100 Words - Short Stories by Ann Ahsberg Nov. 14, 2010 $1.99 1208 words Sample 30%
Short and beautifully sweet; 100 Words - Short Stories by Swedish Author Ann Ahsberg is the first in a series of uniquely presented poetical writings.
Apollo's Flame by Timothy House Apollo's Flame by Timothy House Nov. 13, 2010 $2.99 19757 words Sample 40%
A collection of poetry and fiction. Love poetry along with humor and some political poetry. Includes the short story Apollo's Flame
Unnatural Attachment by Simon Moses Unnatural Attachment by Simon Moses Nov. 13, 2010 $4.99 14041 words Sample 20%
Unnatural Attachment opens with the plaintive cry for terrestrial love with the beautiful poem "Help Me," and ends with the resounding declaration of trust in the inevitable love of God in "I Shall Be Released." In between dances a whirlwind of frenetic verses that are sometimes shocking, sometimes horrifying; other times breathtakingly coy and sweet, but always unforgettable.
想法&情感 by Spargo Postle 想法&情感 by Spargo Postle Nov. 12, 2010 $1.99 238 words Sample 20%
There are actually approximately 1070 words in this booklet but it is the Mandarin version of Thoughts & Emotion - Poetry Pocket Book by Spargo Postle
A SONG TO MY FUTURE WIFE by levi cheruo A SONG TO MY FUTURE WIFE by levi cheruo Nov. 12, 2010 $5.00 9497 words
A RATHER PAINFUL,SWEET,INTRIGUING AND FASCINATING NARATIVE ABOUT LOVE...IT WILL SOOTH YOUR TROUBLED SOUL,AND MAKE YOU CRY AS WELL!
Inside Out by Erin Lee Inside Out by Erin Lee Nov. 11, 2010 $1.99 5417 words Sample 10%
The second in a poetry collection by Erin L George. For more work by this author visit www.erinlgeorge.com.
Heartstrings of Illusion by Branch Isole Heartstrings of Illusion by Branch Isole Nov. 11, 2010 $4.95 6086 words Sample 15%
Fifty two contemporary short stories of poetic prose for today's adult reader. Poet Branch Isole writes of issues and emotions often experienced, but not always voiced. His style and presentation, known as "Voyeurism Poetry" evokes identity and reflection, surrounding personal responsibility choice or avoidance. Intended for mature audiences. Voyeurism Poetry ~ feed your imagination
In the Margins by Branch Isole In the Margins by Branch Isole Nov. 11, 2010 $4.95 6410 words Sample 15%
Fifty two contemporary short stories of poetic prose for today's adult reader. Poet Branch Isole writes of issues and emotions often experienced, but not always voiced. His style and presentation, known as "Voyeurism Poetry" evokes identity and reflection, surrounding personal responsibility choice or avoidance. Intended for mature audiences. Voyeurism Poetry ~ there's an edge to it.
Dreams and Schemes by Branch Isole Dreams and Schemes by Branch Isole Nov. 11, 2010 $4.95 8582 words Sample 15%
Fifty two contemporary short stories of poetic prose for today's adult reader. Poet Branch Isole writes of issues and emotions often experienced, but not always voiced. His style and presentation, known as "Voyeurism Poetry" evokes identity and reflection surrounding personal responsibility choice or avoidance. Intended for mature audiences. Voyeurism Poetry ~ there's an edge to it
Eclectic Electricity by Branch Isole Eclectic Electricity by Branch Isole Nov. 11, 2010 $4.95 7176 words Sample 15%
Fifty two contemporary short stories of poetic prose for today's adult reader. Poet Branch Isole writes of issues and emotions often experienced, but not always voiced. His style and presentation, known as "Voyeurism Poetry" evokes identity and reflection surrounding personal responsibility choice or avoidance. Intended for mature audiences. Voyeurism Poetry ~ you'll identify with it
Angst, Anger, Love, Hope by Tracy R. Franklin Angst, Anger, Love, Hope by Tracy R. Franklin Nov. 11, 2010 $4.99 11611 words Sample 20%
Both a plaintive cry and an introspective analysis, this book is a calling to account of society and self. It is also a message. To all who know the frustration of moving inside a world that takes no notice, who struggle to become or remain loving under adversity, these poems say, "Me too."
Lord, Keep It Coming by Adelaide Brice Lord, Keep It Coming by Adelaide Brice Nov. 10, 2010 $2.99 5593 words Sample 50%
Poetry of inspiration and uplift... -- Night Owl Reviews Washington's Christian poetry has a way of painting a picture, making mere words sing like a song, a tune playing on and on. Reaching peaks and valleys, yet keeping the rhyme and rhythm flowing, words on a page.
Witnessing A Blessing and Thinking And Thanking by Adelaide Brice Witnessing A Blessing and Thinking And Thanking by Adelaide Brice Nov. 10, 2010 $2.99 7235 words Sample 50%
In 2005, Adelaide Brice published Lord Keep it Coming and Rebirth, another anthology of inspirational poetry. Witnessing a Blessing and Thinking and Thanking is her second published work. Adelaide Brice and her family continue to reside in southern Illinois.
Panoramic Insight by Tze Hui Lee Panoramic Insight by Tze Hui Lee Nov. 10, 2010 $4.00 10448 words Sample 8%
It is a compilation of works on the author's observations of the world, interesting experiences, over-imaginative dreams, in-depth insights into some parts of Buddhism unknown to the general public and summaries of Philosophical theories.
Fireside Chats Vol. I: A Surrealist's View of the World by Frank O'Neal Fireside Chats Vol. I: A Surrealist's View of the World by Frank O'Neal Nov. 08, 2010 $7.99 4032 words Sample 10%
Through his poetry, Frank S. O’Neal brings together his experiences, friends and foes, different cultures and different times. As you read the words he has painted, you will peer into a view of the world that most people never see.
Rhythmic Expressions of the Heart by Tze Hui Lee Rhythmic Expressions of the Heart by Tze Hui Lee Nov. 06, 2010 $4.00 8423 words Sample 10%
Rhythmic Expressions of the Heart is a collection of poems for open minded scholars of all ages. It is a delightful insight into the mind of a psychology student with an over imaginative mind.
Cage by Charles Mallio Cage by Charles Mallio Nov. 05, 2010 $4.99 20875 words Sample 20%
Cage is the culmination of a creative process that spans two decades. It is poetry that speaks to us all -- embracing our loves, hates, fears, dreams, ambitions, regrets, and dark desires. Updated and edited for this tenth anniversary digital edition.
Atrapasueños by melanie taylor herrera Atrapasueños by melanie taylor herrera Nov. 04, 2010 Free! 1692 words Read a sample
Atrapasueños es un poemario y diario para leer durante el embarazo. Los poemas están ordenados según las diferentes etapas del embarazo y acompañados de preguntas para la reflexión personal.
The Bench by Kevin Farran The Bench by Kevin Farran Nov. 04, 2010 $3.99 57986 words Sample 20%
Jenny, the office mouse, whose literary aspirations suffocate in the corner cubicle of a large city publisher, is innocently deluded by a chance trail of love left by a phantom poet. The trail of delusion tears at her cloistered life, extracting her dreams and when she emerges from her musty chrysalis to confront the author, it costs her, her job and sanity, but releases a far greater power.
Words Like Daggers: A Poetry Collection by Steve Wands Words Like Daggers: A Poetry Collection by Steve Wands Nov. 03, 2010 $0.99 8169 words Sample 50%
Words Like Daggers is a collection of poetry not suitable for the stiff and scholarly. It revels in its rebellions of modern day life and doesn't fear what lurks in the shadows. Its heartfelt passages will linger long enough for you to wonder what the next apocalyptic stanza might bring; a B-movie inspiration, or an exclamation of life.
Twenty-Ten by Mike Wilson Twenty-Ten by Mike Wilson Nov. 02, 2010 $1.00 3057 words Sample 15%
A collection of poetry on the state of the world today. Includes views on employment, technology, bullying, and various other subjects that are in the news in 2010.
Ms. Popular by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Ms. Popular by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 02, 2010 You set the price! 1010 words Sample 20%
If you don't belong somewhere you're gonna get kicked out! Love yourselves, sometimes not fitting in is better than fitting in. This girl had to learn the hard way. Learn from her mistakes.
My Best Friend by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) My Best Friend by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 02, 2010 Free! 1092 words Read a sample
You will be free one day!
Useless Trinkets by Eon Buble Useless Trinkets by Eon Buble Nov. 02, 2010 You set the price! 4383 words Sample 100%
a collection of healing thoughts and prose
Equality Complex by Ian Kellett Equality Complex by Ian Kellett Nov. 02, 2010 $8.99 14472 words Sample 20%
From MoonGoole Collections 'Equality Complex' is the second installment in a collection of relatable and striking poetry by Author Ian Kellett. Modernly real and packed with human emotion and thought; the words contained within will have you wanting more.
Infidelity Ruins Lives by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Infidelity Ruins Lives by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 Free! 1087 words Read a sample
Before you go and lose control... know that "Infidelity Ruins Lives"
A Lost Son by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) A Lost Son by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 Free! 1081 words Read a sample
Dedicated to my brothers
Prison Song by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Prison Song by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 Free! 929 words Read a sample
This is for my brothers and sisters lost in the struggle... For those who have been locked up, for those who are currently incarcerated... And for thier families and loved ones. Keep the faith!
Yes We Can! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Yes We Can! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 $1.99 596 words Sample 20%
For the President and the people
Hello, High! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Hello, High! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 Free! 718 words Read a sample
A little advice...
The Demons in My Bathroom by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) The Demons in My Bathroom by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 $2.00 585 words Sample 20%
Naked I Stand Before Thee
Peace' Love & Diamonds! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Peace' Love & Diamonds! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Oct. 30, 2010 $4.99 2147 words Sample 30%
Dedicated to all of the Stars in the dark sky!
Elemental by Jessica Erica Hahn Elemental by Jessica Erica Hahn Oct. 30, 2010 $1.99 6227 words Sample 10%
ELEMENTAL is a chapbook of 11 poems by Jessica Erica Hahn. It was originally published by Passing Through Publications in 1998.
Kriego Silencieux...! by Mishka Zakharin Kriego Silencieux...! by Mishka Zakharin Oct. 30, 2010 $3.49 5988 words Sample 15%
A young man's journey through his own spiritual underworld... a dark (and occasionally humorous) novel in verse [expurgated]; a lickerishly libertine and bohemianly beat romp of degradation and despair... [This book contains graphic sexual language, and is not appropriate for all readers.]]
With Dynamics and other poems by P. J. Dodd With Dynamics and other poems by P. J. Dodd Oct. 30, 2010 $2.99 9624 words Sample 50%
The second poetry book by P. J. Dodd is 50 more poems in his forceful style and rhythmic honesty. You will not read poems like these anywhere else. With Dynamics and other poems aims to show a rich barrage of words and phrases with enough polish to make a pleasant refinement while still retaining the texture and heat of a fiery core.
Sleep by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Sleep by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Oct. 30, 2010 $1.99 1039 words Sample 25%
Contains [Touchy Subject Matter] Reader Take Heed...
In the Garden of Floydette by William Pierce In the Garden of Floydette by William Pierce Oct. 30, 2010 $1.98 2553 words Sample 20%
Board the dreamship. Fly on sweet angel. Never touch the sky. Our loves will always live in our memories. Immortal. Immutable. Devine. The joys of life. Love of mother. Fun in the Sun.Perfect passion. Chili days.Celebrate the Sea. I sit. Upon the the hill. Blessed by the words of my supporters. I sit.
Colors of My Land by Rose Mueni Mutisya Colors of My Land by Rose Mueni Mutisya Oct. 29, 2010 $4.99 4033 words Sample 10%
A collection of coloful poems reflecting on momories and visions of culture and life and also touching on the reality of life as it is.
we are lonely... by Spargo Postle we are lonely... by Spargo Postle Oct. 28, 2010 Free! 271 words Read a sample
Do you see us, we are there, just at the edge of your life.
Dear Critic... by Spargo Postle Dear Critic... by Spargo Postle Oct. 28, 2010 Free! 290 words Read a sample
We just want to be liked.
A man of few words... by Spargo Postle A man of few words... by Spargo Postle Oct. 28, 2010 Free! 319 words Sample 100%
We may not speak much but it does not mean there are no words within us.
Homicide: Now and Then by David Halliday Homicide: Now and Then by David Halliday Oct. 25, 2010 $2.99 4336 words Sample 50%
Death comes in the quiet of our thoughts. When we were looking the wrong way. At the moon being smothered by a cloud. It begins in panic. Thrashing out. We want to live. Something standing over us. Waiting for our last breath. Murder. Now and then.
Preview: Inspiration by Haley Hodge Preview: Inspiration by Haley Hodge Oct. 24, 2010 Free! 361 words Read a sample
This is a preview of my soon to come collection of poetry called Inspiration. Soon online.
Ball-Masquerade by Lara Biyuts Ball-Masquerade by Lara Biyuts Oct. 24, 2010 Free! 5076 words Read a sample
Aesthetically beautiful poems about nothing. Auric stuff.
Icebound Minstrel by Lara Biyuts Icebound Minstrel by Lara Biyuts Oct. 24, 2010 Free! 1465 words Read a sample
Winter poems. Winter, snow, love, Author's impressions and elgiac mood, and some dark poetry.
Crowd Noises by David Halliday Crowd Noises by David Halliday Oct. 23, 2010 $2.99 2297 words Sample 20%
Before I began to listen. In my younger days. I ranted. Invited into small spaces. Where my nose was rubbed in my words. Listened to my fellow poets. Bleed. Black. And wondered if I heard an echo. Or was everyone crazy. These were the Crowd Noises.
Between Land and Sea by Christianne Charles Between Land and Sea by Christianne Charles Oct. 22, 2010 $2.99 4183 words Sample 20%
Between Land and Sea is a collection of poetry. The underlyng theme is renewal: spiritual, physical, mental, emotional that can be found within nature. Spring is the greatest example of renewal come to life. The whole world around us undergoes a metamorphosis like a caterpillar before it becomes a butterfly. The jubilant laughter of birds makes us forget our sorrows.
101 Politically Incorrect LIMERICKS by Gary Kuyper 101 Politically Incorrect LIMERICKS by Gary Kuyper Oct. 21, 2010 $0.99 18229 words Sample 15%
I have here some brand new ditties From old and not-so-old cities They mostly contain Stuff to warp your brain Such as sex, violence, language and nudities
When You Breathe (Aquarelle) by Dr. Claus When You Breathe (Aquarelle) by Dr. Claus Oct. 20, 2010 $0.99 192 words Sample 79%
Dr. Claus presents When You Breathe deep inside water colors. You are Purest Gold and you are a Daughter of Kings. Together we play in Fields Of Silver My Starry Jewel. The Gift you give to me is an Everlasting Rose because you have a Heart Of Gold. I Am Yours Everyday. Love Is The Light I See in your Reflection. Whisper Again what Love Is For and Kiss Me. You Ask and I reply, Will You Marry Me.
Cryptic Armature: Verses in the Manner of.... by Michael R. Collings Cryptic Armature: Verses in the Manner of.... by Michael R. Collings Oct. 19, 2010 $0.99 11695 words
More than just a collection of verses, this book is something of an informal commentary on the history of English literature, something of a conversation with a few of the finest poets in the language. These original poems are written “in the manner of…,” using forms and structures pioneered by great writers (and occasionally artists) of the past to create something contemporary and modern.