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Legacy of an Ex-Slave, in Poetry, The Arts of Screaming by Jeffrey Perry Legacy of an Ex-Slave, in Poetry, The Arts of Screaming by Jeffrey Perry Dec. 06, 2009 $3.49 11847 words Sample 10%
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Jeffrey V. Perry, Writer, Poet, and Author Jeffrey is a fifty-four (54) years old, Afro-American male, born in North Carolina in 1955. He has had several creative writing classes over the years, and understands the academics of literature. He attended Dartmouth College, undergraduate, and holds a Master of Science in Management. His titles include: The Positive Prime, a book of Poetry Publish America, Inc, LLP, 2007, Conversations with a Soul Brother (includes essays), Outskirts Press, 2008, and Welcome Home, Soul Food, Legacy of an Ex-slave,in 2009, and Obedience to Poetry (2.0)and Alternating Views 2.0 in 2010, all published at Harlem Book Fair Publishers (now Wordclay). He has published several essays, which are included in his collection, Alternating Views 2.0, from the Mental Health News, “Quality Life Promotes Recovery” and “The Economy’s Effect on People: a Peer Perspective,’ and is published in other NYC area mental health journals.
The Haiku Collection by Monica P The Haiku Collection by Monica P Dec. 08, 2009 $0.99 478 words Sample 15%
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This author has been writing for around thirteen years. She began with poetry, and expanded into the field of creative writing. Despite the fact that creative writing is her main focus, she has also expanded into non-fiction writing.
2001 Poetry Collection by Monica P 2001 Poetry Collection by Monica P Dec. 08, 2009 $0.99 1060 words Sample 50%
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This author has been writing for around thirteen years. She began with poetry, and expanded into the field of creative writing. Despite the fact that creative writing is her main focus, she has also expanded into non-fiction writing.
Unicorn Junkie by M.R. Barnsley Unicorn Junkie by M.R. Barnsley Dec. 09, 2009 $0.99 5879 words Sample 25%
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I was born. Someday I will die. In the middle, I hope to write to something worth reading. So far, I've got "Unicorn Junkie" and "The Play My Mother Hates". That'll do.
Camel Droppings by Jill Martin Camel Droppings by Jill Martin Dec. 10, 2009 Free! 251 words Read a sample
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I am a retired music teacher with four books out there: a book of poems exclusive to Smashwords (see below), a music text book, the biography of a Czech man who arrived in England in 1938 to flee the Nazis, and one children's novel, 'Eric and Thickpea', about a street urchin in London and his pet rat. I also belong to Chapeltown Writers, a small group of amateur writers in Sheffield. We write all sorts of pieces in a variety of styles, and love every minute of it!
Poetic License Suspended by Michael Wilson Poetic License Suspended by Michael Wilson Dec. 11, 2009 $24.95 11633 words Sample 25%
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Born prematurely, I was cross-eyed and bald -- I had an operation to fix the eyes and eventually grew hair... but now at 40+ I am once again losing my hair and my eyesight is fading fast. I have been everywhere, man... Growing up in the military and then joining the military, I have lived all over the world. Moving all the time taught me at a young age how to understand and relate with all of the different types of people in the world and how to communicate effectively with them. It also gave me a restless spirit which caused me to taste the adventures in life.
De la herida a la gloria, la poesía completa de Clara Lair by Clara Lair De la herida a la gloria, la poesía completa de Clara Lair by Clara Lair Dec. 11, 2009 $9.99 33508 words Sample 20%
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OUR FUTURE - A POEM COLLECTION by Charles Elford OUR FUTURE - A POEM COLLECTION by Charles Elford Dec. 13, 2009 Free! 1092 words Read a sample
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Darkness Filtered Through The Somber Forest by Frank F. Atanacio Darkness Filtered Through The Somber Forest by Frank F. Atanacio Dec. 14, 2009 $1.95 6163 words Sample 25%
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Frank F. Atanacio was born in Hartford, Connecticut. He enjoys writing and collecting baseball cards. His passion is Mystery novels, and he does have a series of thrillers featuring Nick PT Barnum. His latest effort is Dark Clouds featuring Nick Barnum. He has two daughters, Ronnie and Laura, and a son, Frank Jr. He now resides in the Huntington section of Shelton, Connecticut
Vice Verses: a book of rhymin' crime by j guevara Vice Verses: a book of rhymin' crime by j guevara Dec. 14, 2009 $2.99 21754 words Sample 30%
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j guevara (lower case'j' and 'g') musician/storyteller/soul food chef. Global citizen and incurable peregrinator Have pen – Will travel. Last known address, 24n82w http://www.jguevaranovels.com
We Had Our Best Discussions In The Bathtub by Eloquent Books We Had Our Best Discussions In The Bathtub by Eloquent Books Dec. 15, 2009 $9.95 2867 words Sample 5%
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Poems That Sing by French Masters by Leon Schwartz Poems That Sing by French Masters by Leon Schwartz Dec. 15, 2009 $5.95 10155 words Sample 20%
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Postcards From My Mind by Christopher Setterlund Postcards From My Mind by Christopher Setterlund Dec. 17, 2009 $2.99 50671 words Sample 50%
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My name is Christopher Setterlund and I was born and raised on Cape Cod. Being the oldest of five siblings, and coming from a large family mixed of many different nationalities, I enjoyed hearing the stories my elder relatives would tell. I was a born storyteller from the time I was eight years old and writing tales of adventures that my friends and I would take. As time went on my passion changed to film and producing, even going to college with the intention of becoming a film director. Still, throughout all of my time making my own home movies with my friends it was the stories that I enjoyed creating the most. Nothing is better for me than creating your own world or characters and bringing them to life. After losing interest in directing I spent much of my twenties writing poetry that described my world and emotions surrounding it, it was quite a growing experience to be able to open my heart but also do it in a concise and interesting way. Eventually I wanted to try my hand at taking the chains off of my mind and creating a full-length story complete with many interesting characters and a great plot. Second Coming was that story and since then I have never looked back. My biggest hope for all of you that choose to read my books is that you will be able to lose yourself in the world I create; sights, sounds, and emotions. Much the same as I did with my poetry I do not limit myself in one specific genre of writing; I want my words to reach as many people as possible and realize that different people like different types of stories. I believe that there is something for everyone in my collection, and if there is not keep checking back because I have many more books to come in the coming months and years. Thank you for taking a chance on my books, you will not be disappointed.
Belles poésies de cÅ“ur et de corps by Dallys-Tom Medali Belles poésies de cÅ“ur et de corps by Dallys-Tom Medali Dec. 19, 2009 $8.67 10879 words Sample 20%
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A Slight of Prayer by Mochamad Ghafur A Slight of Prayer by Mochamad Ghafur Dec. 20, 2009 You set the price! 3352 words Sample 50%
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I am a physics student, actually a mature student that remains finishing Bachelor degree. I used to play or even being a director in my campus theater community. Then I realize something that I have to finish my college. Well, it is hard to leave writing just like that, even though the physics lectures has always wait to be finished.
My Father's Gloves by David Spiering My Father's Gloves by David Spiering Dec. 30, 2009 $1.99 4782 words Sample 30%
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David Spiering grew up in Marinette, Wisconsin, and currently resides in Bowling Green, Ohio, where he is pursing his Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing. He has a regimen of writing one poem a day, and his work has appeared in Chiron Review, The Mid-American Poetry Review, Spillway, The Wisconsin Academy Review, and many other literary reviews and journals. Spiering has published several chapbooks, including Crooked Litanies. My Father's Gloves is his first full-length collection of poetry.
Father, I am Waiting by the River by Trevor Spangle Father, I am Waiting by the River by Trevor Spangle Dec. 31, 2009 $8.00 6097 words Sample 50%
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Trevor Spangle is a graduate of the University of Maine at Farmington, holding a BFA in Creative Writing. He is the author of two chapbooks of poetry, "There's a Hole in my Head," and most recently, "Father, I am Waiting by the River." He is a 2008 Wilson Scholar and has been published in the Sandy River Review, UMF's literary journal.
Cherished Pulse: Unconventional Love Poetry by Magdalena Ball Cherished Pulse: Unconventional Love Poetry by Magdalena Ball Jan. 03, 2010 $3.95 2889 words Sample 30%
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Magdalena Ball runs The Compulsive Reader. She is the author of the poetry books Repulsion Thrust and Quark Soup, the novels Black Cow and Sleep Before Evening, a nonfiction book The Art of Assessment, and, in collaboration with Carolyn Howard-Johnson, Deeper Into the Pond, Blooming Red, Cherished Pulse, She Wore Emerald Then, and Imagining the Future. She also runs a radio show, The Compulsive Reader Talks. Find out more about Magdalena at http://www.magdalenaball.com
For the Love and Lover in You by Paul Bennett For the Love and Lover in You by Paul Bennett Jan. 04, 2010 $2.99 21714 words Sample 50%
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Paul Bennett was born in a small Central California town. He showed a gift for writing in elementary school. During his collegiate years where he wrote and performed a one man play entitled Can You Hear Him Cry, and co-wrote two others. He also wrote a collection of poetry some of which was performed on radio. He now writes in several genre's that include poetry, action adventure, science fiction and fiction. Current titles ONE LAST TEAR ONE LAST KISS, VENGEANCE IS MINE, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE GUN, A FRIEND MADE ME REMEMBER AND FOR THE LOVE AND LOVER IN YOU.
A Friend Made Me Remember by Paul Bennett A Friend Made Me Remember by Paul Bennett Jan. 04, 2010 $3.99 28205 words Sample 50%
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Paul Bennett was born in a small Central California town. He showed a gift for writing in elementary school. During his collegiate years where he wrote and performed a one man play entitled Can You Hear Him Cry, and co-wrote two others. He also wrote a collection of poetry some of which was performed on radio. He now writes in several genre's that include poetry, action adventure, science fiction and fiction. Current titles ONE LAST TEAR ONE LAST KISS, VENGEANCE IS MINE, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE GUN, A FRIEND MADE ME REMEMBER AND FOR THE LOVE AND LOVER IN YOU.
If I'm so lucky by Kevin Chappell If I'm so lucky by Kevin Chappell Jan. 05, 2010 Free! 1092 words Read a sample
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Jungle Prey by J Dean Jungle Prey by J Dean Jan. 05, 2010 Free! 612 words Read a sample
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"Taking fantasy in a completely unique direction." This is what J. Dean intends to do with the Vein series. Instead of following the tried and true methods and paths of familiar fantasy mythos, he created an original world for an epic story. From his Michigan residence, he captures the fantasy world of the Vein (and other stories) and imprisons them upon paper, until the day when the words are set free by the imagination of those willing to read them. The Vein series is J. Dean's first venture into serious writing, and he hopes that you will join him on the twists and turns of this ride that is part excitement, part drama, part terror, and all adventure.
Nowhere by Don Thompson Nowhere by Don Thompson Jan. 09, 2010 Free! 2940 words Read a sample
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Don Thompson has been publishing poetry here and there for almost fifty years. Recent chapbooks include "Been There, Done That," and "Turning Sixty," available from March Street Press; "Sitting' on Grace Slick's Stoop," Pudding House Press; "Where We Live," Parallel Press (University of Wisconsin); and "Back Roads," which won the 2009 Sunken Gaeden Poetry Prize, available from Hillstead Museum. For samples of these and other work, visit "Standing Still" (neoretroistnews@blogspot.com
Breath of Fresh Air by Mark Grinage Breath of Fresh Air by Mark Grinage Jan. 09, 2010 Free! 8012 words Read a sample
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Hello all,my name is Mark Grinage.Writer of poetry,short-stories,songs,screenplays,and novella's.Dad of six,currently residing in Summerlin,Las Vegas Nevada.
Overcoming Darkness by Zoe Carmina Overcoming Darkness by Zoe Carmina Jan. 10, 2010 $1.00 1670 words Sample 50%
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Coming Soon! "Fallen" Christine is a young woman whose life is turned upside-down by tragedy. Though her destiny seems bleak, she chooses to become a Mercenary for Heaven and work to keep the balance of power between Heaven and Hell back on Earth. But when the Fallen One, Lucifer, crosses her path, Christine finds temptation is a very powerful force, and must choose for herself whether to stay her hand and play the cards dealt, or to change her destiny and forge a new one on her own. "The Dark Knight" The sequel to The Story of Rachi. Rachi has just realized her purpose and has started to make a name for herself. But when a master of the Dark Arts comes calling, Rachi finds herself falling into his sway. Will she succumb to the darkness in her soul, or will she use it to wield an even greater power?
Another Bend Of Ghosts by Frank F. Atanacio Another Bend Of Ghosts by Frank F. Atanacio Jan. 13, 2010 $1.95 5075 words Sample 25%
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Frank F. Atanacio was born in Hartford, Connecticut. He enjoys writing and collecting baseball cards. His passion is Mystery novels, and he does have a series of thrillers featuring Nick PT Barnum. His latest effort is Dark Clouds featuring Nick Barnum. He has two daughters, Ronnie and Laura, and a son, Frank Jr. He now resides in the Huntington section of Shelton, Connecticut
I Am As A River by Tim Nichol I Am As A River by Tim Nichol Jan. 13, 2010 Free! 220 words Sample 100%
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Born Arthur Nichol but known as Tim by his many friends in his adopted hometown, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, the author of Mayan Gold was a British-born seaman who traveled the world on commercial vessels as well as his own boats. He had begun writing about his adventures and had drawn on several years’ research and experiences on the southeastern coast of Mexico to create a thriller based in the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. A few short weeks after finishing the novel, Tim died New Year’s Eve, 2009, in a Hermosillo, Mexico hospital. But Mayan Gold will live on as an e-book published by Tim’s friends.
Moments Of Clarity by T. Nicole Moments Of Clarity by T. Nicole Jan. 14, 2010 $5.00 3607 words Sample 10%
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T. Nicole currently resides in Philadelphia, and has done so since she graduated high school. T. Nicole is what some may call cultured because of her travels and residing in various areas of the country. T. Nicole e takes her past and present accounts of life and uses them as her motivator to move forward everyday. Many people claim to know T. Nicole, but few really do. Through her work as an author, avid reader and dedicated mother this Queen of Contemporary Drama has gained some added value through all of her experiences. Expanding her horizons, T. Nicole has taken playwriting under her wing and plans to debut her first play Summer 2011. Her motto is "Life is an Inspiration to Create". She writes when she is inspired and this allows for dynamic character and story development.
Scattered Thoughts of Unpromising Romance by T. Nicole Scattered Thoughts of Unpromising Romance by T. Nicole Jan. 14, 2010 $6.00 7403 words Sample 10%
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T. Nicole currently resides in Philadelphia, and has done so since she graduated high school. T. Nicole is what some may call cultured because of her travels and residing in various areas of the country. T. Nicole e takes her past and present accounts of life and uses them as her motivator to move forward everyday. Many people claim to know T. Nicole, but few really do. Through her work as an author, avid reader and dedicated mother this Queen of Contemporary Drama has gained some added value through all of her experiences. Expanding her horizons, T. Nicole has taken playwriting under her wing and plans to debut her first play Summer 2011. Her motto is "Life is an Inspiration to Create". She writes when she is inspired and this allows for dynamic character and story development.
Wishful Tinkering From My Front Porch by Pastor Brady C. Harness Wishful Tinkering From My Front Porch by Pastor Brady C. Harness Jan. 15, 2010 $7.77 6141 words Sample 33%
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Greetings Friends, It is with a grateful heart that I offer this book of verse to my Fans of the last 40 years and to my new Friends as well. I sincerely hope that you receive as much enjoyment from it as I have in creating each poem. I compose for the enjoyment of Families, Friends and Fans, thus you are able to comfortably share with all Family members from 3 to 93. This Books purchase will help support my Church and Charities and of course those awful things that arrive each month in the mail. Thank You and God Bless, Pastor Brady
Gifts with No Giver: A Love Affair with the Truth by Nirmala Gifts with No Giver: A Love Affair with the Truth by Nirmala Jan. 16, 2010 Free! 17346 words Read a sample
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Who are you really? Are you your body. mind and personality? Or are you the spacious awareness in which they appear? Questions like these point us to the infinite Presence that is the true source of peace, happiness and fulfillment. They are an opportunity to discover that the peace and happiness you have been seeking is already present, here and now. About Nirmala: After a lifetime of spiritual seeking, Nirmala met his teacher, Neelam. She convinced Nirmala that seeking wasn’t necessary since everything is already here within us; and after experiencing a profound spiritual awakening in India, he began offering satsangs (gatherings for inquiring into the truth) and individual spiritual mentoring with Neelam’s blessing. Nirmala offers a unique vision and a gentle, compassionate approach, which adds to the rich tradition of inquiry into the truth of Being. He is also the author of several books including Nothing Personal: Seeing Beyond the Illusion of a Separate Self. He has been offering satsang throughout the United States and Canada since 1998. Nirmala lives in Sedona, Arizona with his wife, Gina Lake.
The Absence of Prose by Steve Callaway The Absence of Prose by Steve Callaway Jan. 16, 2010 $1.75 3392 words Sample 15%
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I'm a literate computer programmer at the bleeding edge of technology with a deep passion for language and languages of all flavours.
Lunas de Hiparco by Guillermo Morellón Lunas de Hiparco by Guillermo Morellón Jan. 17, 2010 $4.99 17889 words Sample 15%
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Les Plénitudes amères by Chantal Peugny Les Plénitudes amères by Chantal Peugny Jan. 17, 2010 $8.20 8952 words Sample 15%
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November the First by Patrisha Reece-Davies November the First by Patrisha Reece-Davies Jan. 17, 2010 Free! 226 words Read a sample
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Dr. Patrisha Reece-Davies lives in a cottage in Cambridgeshire, England, with her husband and their cat Rufus. She has been a writer and story teller all of her life. She studied English Law to Ph.D and has added writing student text books to her catalogue of skills. As a poet Patrisha has had several poems published and has won competitions. However, full-length works of fiction and character development remain her favourite writing task and no doubt she will go on to provide more, equally beautifully crafted material for a long time to come. When asked to say who she is Patrisha will sometimes answer "I am an analyst - I love to explore and examine ideas, philosophies, thoughts and knowledge!" Other times she will answer "I am a teacher! I am never more happy than when one of my students suddenly grasps a complex piece of new information, or when I get a message from a graduate telling me that the work we did together has helped them to find the way to change their lives for the better." And again, at other times she will tell you that she is a dreamer, a word-smith, and a free spirit who just loves laughter, stories and chasing her imagination to see where it will lead. Like most writers she loves to read - her choice of books knows no bounds and her bookshelves are stuffed with classic literature, fantasy, ancient history, archeology, Elizabethan and even older texts, as well as serious books about law, psychology, maths, economics and much more. Patrisha is elated when readers comment on her work. About Mullery she has received comments such as: "Great storytelling!" - or - "I love a story that starts in the middle and gets you so involved within the first few pages. This one certainly does that and the words flow with ease. Delightfully different and makes you want to read more!" (Thanks Sue - who ever you are it is a joy to give such pleasure.) Patrisha giggled when she heard about the post mistress who was frequently late for work because she could not put the book down, and was beside herself with pride when a lawyer from South Wales said that she was so wrapped up in Mullery and liked him so much that she actually felt jealous of the character Samum who has become Mullery's lost love. By her own admission Patrisha does not seek fame and fortune - she just loves to write and she is glad when others get pleasure from reading her work. So, enjoy . . . oh, and please leave your comments for other readers to share too.
Definitions: Poetry that defines love, life and beyond by Timothy House Definitions: Poetry that defines love, life and beyond by Timothy House Jan. 17, 2010 $2.99 9379 words Sample 40%
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Ohio native Timothy House first began writing poetry as a teenager. As many poets, he began writing poetry to his girlfriend. He quickly found other topics to write about as well with a dream of someday writing a book. That dream became a reality in 2007 when he published Definitions. The book was his way of defining the world around him. The book contained poetry from nearly 20 years of writings. After the book was published Tim grew more comfortable with his writing and began to expand to writing fiction composing music and sound effects to his poetry. In collaboration with Wilderside Studio's in Nashville, TN, Tim released his first album of poetry with these effects and music. It became an instant hit. The Album was released in November of 2009 and at that time Tim was well on his way to completing his next book as he toured all over the United States performing his poetry in cities such as Chicago, Memphis, Nashville, New York City, Baltimore, Boston and many more. In 2010 Tim began writing his first novella Love Notes which was part of a larger project Apollo's Flame which featured poetry, short stories, and that novella. Tim performed one of his signature pieces In The City by The Mighty River while in Memphis. While there he wrote one of his most loved stories Old Man and the Moon. A story of an man who is dying and passes his great wisdom on to others. The story was published in August 2010 and was Tim's first fictional piece published. It was also part of Apollo's Flame which was published in November 2010. Love Notes was published first as just the novella in ebook form shortly afterward. Bookstores requested Tim publish a book with Love Notes and the short stories that were in Apollo's Flame on its own without the poetry so came the first edition of Love Notes. As the new year of 2011 came so came a flurry of new stories. Tim began working a new short story for Poe Fest which was a celebration of Edgar Allan Poe's birthday. The story mirrored the writing of Poe with circumstances of his death wrapped up into a modern day eerie tale of aliens and dementia from being poisoned. Several other stories followed which would become part of the next version of Love Notes published in April of 2011. It had the same stories as the first version with several more stories. The 2nd version has several stories not available in Apollo's Flame. Shortly after the new Love Notes was released Tim completed his latest novella From My Hear to Yours, an enduring love story of adventure and strength through trying times. Their love and great virtue inspires many around them to do good works. This book also features five short stories in addition, three of which were released at the same time as $.99 ebooks. A soldier's story, Tears of a Green Eyed Angel, and Visitor's from Yubarri. As his new books were released Tim is already working on his next novella Pieces of the Puzzle. In addition to a writer Tim is also a musician, song writer, and composer. He performs and composes music in several genre including, rock, country, jazz, blues, and classical. He is currently working on several songs and classical pieces set for release in the coming future. Tim has great passion in writing and while he has received many awards and is nominated for more Tim states, "I don't write for awards nor for glory. I don't write to be a member of a group but rather to touch the human soul. To entertain, to inspire. When you touch someones day, when they grow from your words then this is a far greater award. I believe that art is as necessary as a breath of air for our lives, our souls, and physical well being." Tim's voice for humanity shines brightly through his stories. He is an extremely eclectic writer who has pieces in several genre such as romance, drama, sci-fi, and horror. Tim enjoys hiking and photography and often writes in places on the trail that inspire him.
She Wore Emerald Then: Reflections On Motherhood by Magdalena Ball She Wore Emerald Then: Reflections On Motherhood by Magdalena Ball Jan. 19, 2010 $4.95 4802 words Sample 50%
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Magdalena Ball runs The Compulsive Reader. She is the author of the poetry books Repulsion Thrust and Quark Soup, the novels Black Cow and Sleep Before Evening, a nonfiction book The Art of Assessment, and, in collaboration with Carolyn Howard-Johnson, Deeper Into the Pond, Blooming Red, Cherished Pulse, She Wore Emerald Then, and Imagining the Future. She also runs a radio show, The Compulsive Reader Talks. Find out more about Magdalena at http://www.magdalenaball.com
Fourteen Poems by James Cuomo Fourteen Poems by James Cuomo Jan. 21, 2010 $1.95 1593 words Sample 15%
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Jim Cuomo played his first gig in the fifties.He still performs regularly (www.jimcuomo.com) Throughout his life he has found himself in interesting situations in exotic places. His first book is -Why I Don't Read Fiction- reflections on a series of true stories about his travels. A selection of twelve musical numbers goes with the text and photos
Haiku by Toshiyuki Ihira by Toshiyuki Ihira Haiku by Toshiyuki Ihira by Toshiyuki Ihira Jan. 24, 2010 Free! 883 words Read a sample
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I designed the NASA's logo that was done with bent one line for each letter of "N", "A", "S", "A" that had been retired thankfully. I didn't receive any compensation for it. I just gave it away. I was hoping I would garner some name recognition but it didn't quite turn out that way. I was in a very delicate situation back in 1979 and early 1980s. I also designed the logo for intel. One with letter "e" dropping about half way. I was hoping to get paid but at the last minute this woman who set up the meeting for both of us, I and the man from intel, intervened and mangled the deal. I had gotten nothing out of that to my dismay.
Innervisions by Calvin Daniel Innervisions by Calvin Daniel Jan. 25, 2010 $3.00 12752 words Sample 25%
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Autobiography Calvin Daniel’s life may be similar to the lives of many of his compatriots with one exception: His negative experiences have driven him to improve himself and to think that equality and love among men are the solution to man’s existential conflict. Son of a coal miner and housewife, he was born in Johns, Alabama. Experiencing his parents struggle to support seven children, he promised himself that he would find a way to have a proper education. In an environment in which he could not even dream of a university education; only a young man like him, with his determination could do it. His mother’s influence, a woman of great sensibility, hard tempered, but with much tenderness, was his most ardent supporter, and provided the most constant assistance to overcome all the obstacles that stood in his way. From his father, he obtained the belief that all men are created equal. He inculcates great goodness and love to others. Calvin was born a poet. At age 12, while looking at wild robins from the region he wrote his first poem, which he still remembers to this day. His love for music, for which he feels true passion, was inherited from his mother who used to take him, every Sunday, to sing at the Bethlehem Baptist church choir in his hometown. In Alabama, he finished high school, when schools were racially segregated and realized that he wasn’t going to be able to attend the university he desired. He entered the Army and accomplished what none of his brothers or sister had done previously. Being twice in the Republic of Viet Nam. This terrible experience confirmed what he always believed in: That war is useless and that the only valid reason for our existence is to work for peace, fraternity, without any prejudice of color, position or nationality. 20 years later, being a master sergeant in the Army, he later retired from service and went to pursue a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Golden Gate University (seven years of night school). He has retired from civil service after twenty-three years, serving in the office of Army G-3 as Project Manager for the Training Ammunition Management Information System -Redesigned (TAMIS-R). Calvin is also a showman. In 1964 he sang for the first time in night clubs in Germany. While in the Army he performed in Hawaii, and many different states where he was stationed. For years he has performed annual shows at Fort Myer, Virginia, where he sings with his old friend and fellow vocalists, Felton Cameron and Gene Collier. HE is married to Valerie M. Beliveau and lives in Woodbridge, Virginia. HE has six children and nine grandchildren living in Texas, Florida and Georgia.
A Hundred Years (plus) of Solitude... by J Dean A Hundred Years (plus) of Solitude... by J Dean Jan. 25, 2010 Free! 382 words Read a sample
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"Taking fantasy in a completely unique direction." This is what J. Dean intends to do with the Vein series. Instead of following the tried and true methods and paths of familiar fantasy mythos, he created an original world for an epic story. From his Michigan residence, he captures the fantasy world of the Vein (and other stories) and imprisons them upon paper, until the day when the words are set free by the imagination of those willing to read them. The Vein series is J. Dean's first venture into serious writing, and he hopes that you will join him on the twists and turns of this ride that is part excitement, part drama, part terror, and all adventure.
Stærkt røde sokker til slidte blÃ¥ jeans by Mads Eslund Stærkt røde sokker til slidte blÃ¥ jeans by Mads Eslund Jan. 26, 2010 Free! 9702 words Read a sample
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Mads Eslund er født i 1975 og opvokset i det østjyske. Han har læst Idéhistorie på Århus Universitet og er uddannet fra Forfatterskolen i 2003. I dag underviser han på Testrup Højskole på Skrivelinjen. Mads Eslunds debut Stærkt røde sokker til slidte blå jeans udkom på Anblik den 21. oktober 2005. Tidligere har Mads været at læse i forskellige tidsskrifter som APPARATUR, Sentura og Victor B. Andersens Maskinfabrik, og han har stået bag oversættelser af svenske Fredrik Nyberg i forskellige sammenhænge.
Angeliad 2009-1 Labyrinth Of Your Heart by Surazeus Astarius Angeliad 2009-1 Labyrinth Of Your Heart by Surazeus Astarius Jan. 26, 2010 $0.99 105029 words Sample 10%
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Surazeus is the nome de plume of Simon Seamount. Simon has written about 7,200 poems since he began writing during college about 1986. Simon Seamount was born in Oregon in 1964, raised in Texas 1969-1979, attended high school at Auburn Adventist Academy in Seattle area 1979-1983, then attended college in eastern Washington State, graduating from Washington State University in 1988 with a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts – Epic Historical Poetry. After living in Seattle for five years 1989-1994, he traveled across America with a guitar playing oral epic poetry and folk music, singing from Seattle to Colorado to Miami to Missouri and back west to San Diego. During his career, Simon has worked as word processor and desktop publisher, expanding his skills as web designer in 1997. Simon worked for the State of Michigan as a web designer 1999-2004. Simon attended Michigan State University 2005-2008 and graduated 2 May 2008 with Magister Scientiae in Geographic Information Science. Simon lives in Georgia and works as a Geospatial Analyst Cartographer. Simon wants to use his skills in Cartography and Poetry to create a dynamic interactive time-animated atlas of world history on a 3D globe of the Earth, which he calls Yartha Atlas of World History. Simon married Endah Sulistyorini in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia in 2000 and they now have two daughters, Saraswati Katrina and Athena Tamar.
Angeliad 2009-2 Compass Of My Heart by Surazeus Astarius Angeliad 2009-2 Compass Of My Heart by Surazeus Astarius Jan. 26, 2010 $0.99 102545 words Sample 10%
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Surazeus is the nome de plume of Simon Seamount. Simon has written about 7,200 poems since he began writing during college about 1986. Simon Seamount was born in Oregon in 1964, raised in Texas 1969-1979, attended high school at Auburn Adventist Academy in Seattle area 1979-1983, then attended college in eastern Washington State, graduating from Washington State University in 1988 with a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts – Epic Historical Poetry. After living in Seattle for five years 1989-1994, he traveled across America with a guitar playing oral epic poetry and folk music, singing from Seattle to Colorado to Miami to Missouri and back west to San Diego. During his career, Simon has worked as word processor and desktop publisher, expanding his skills as web designer in 1997. Simon worked for the State of Michigan as a web designer 1999-2004. Simon attended Michigan State University 2005-2008 and graduated 2 May 2008 with Magister Scientiae in Geographic Information Science. Simon lives in Georgia and works as a Geospatial Analyst Cartographer. Simon wants to use his skills in Cartography and Poetry to create a dynamic interactive time-animated atlas of world history on a 3D globe of the Earth, which he calls Yartha Atlas of World History. Simon married Endah Sulistyorini in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia in 2000 and they now have two daughters, Saraswati Katrina and Athena Tamar.
Breathing Into The Sunlight by Sarah Leigh Graham Breathing Into The Sunlight by Sarah Leigh Graham Jan. 27, 2010 $0.99 3276 words Sample 50%
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I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and have lived in California almost all my life. I love animals and nature and feel compelled to protect them. I was born with spina bifida and hydrocephalus and was also born transgendered. I have not transitioned to being outwardly female yet, but hope to begin the journey someday soon. I have loved writing poetry ever since I was a child. I was on the editorial board of Toyon in 2009 and was the poetry editor for the national edition of the 2008 Red Wheelbarrow Literary Magazine. Also, my poems "Flickering Flames", "Nuts", and "Vision" were published previously in the student edition of the 2007 Red Wheelbarrow Literary Magazine, under the name "Brian Leigh Graham." In addition, "Nuts" won 2nd Prize in the 2007 Red Wheelbarrow Awards for Poetry.
Lines from a Gum Tree Grove by Richard George Lines from a Gum Tree Grove by Richard George Jan. 30, 2010 Free! 5395 words Read a sample
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Lost Boys and other poems by Valerie Rose Lost Boys and other poems by Valerie Rose Feb. 03, 2010 $3.00 2055 words Sample 20%
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Cupidz Four Five {.45} by Antwan Crisp Cupidz Four Five {.45} by Antwan Crisp Feb. 03, 2010 Free! 3136 words Read a sample
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27 year old African American male who writes about it all. I love love, I hate love and I hope you enjoy my spirals in and out of love and life in general through my words. I love music. I have an addiction to poetry and lyrics. So if you see a quote in my work and think, "that sounds familiar..." it might be. It might be from one of your favorite songs. I think my writing is more lyrical like from a song, rather than a mirror image of say something, Shakespherean. I've been branching out more into short stories lately. And it's kind of fun how the words just flow.
Elegy by Ralph Lake Elegy by Ralph Lake Feb. 07, 2010 $0.99 1236 words Sample 5%
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I'm a Chinese instructor at a college in Vancouver, Canada. I'm interested in a wide variety of things: Chinese literature (ancient and modern), history (world) and music (mostly Western classical). I also enjoy writing poetry. I hope to include some translations of Chinese poetry and prose in future smashbooks.
Poet in the Mall by Ed Bremson Poet in the Mall by Ed Bremson Feb. 14, 2010 $2.99 4628 words Sample 20%
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Ed Bremson earned a Master's degree in Creative Writing from National University of California and has been publishing a variety of poems and short stories for more than forty years. Additionally, he has published several books, including The Tao of Love, The Tao of Politics, as well as a large collection of 595 haiku entitled A Sanctuary Green. Two of Ed's most recent books, Poet in the Mall and The Scars, were finalists in the 2010 IBA (International Book Award) competition for the Poetry category. Ed lives in Raleigh, North Carolina and sometimes posts videos on youtube.