A short story. Reflections on how the Universe can turn an every day, uphill journey into a trek through unrequited passion and self-doubt... Views: 25
Having always dreamed about taking a trip on the legendary Route 66,
Billy Connolly is finally heading off on the ride of a lifetime.
Traveling all 2,488 miles of this epic road, hitting both its classic
landmarks and uncovering lesser-known gems, the comedian known as the
Big Yin shares the experiences of the countless travelers who have taken
the journey before him. He breaks out the banjo at every
opportunity and stops off for a few comedy gigs on the way. Packed
with local flavor, the tales he gathers on the way, from the skyscrapers
of Chicago through the Wild West badlands of Oklahoma and Texas and on
to the beaches of the Pacific coast, tell the story of modern
America—and they might just inspire a few readers to get on their bikes
as well. The book also contains a section with maps, playlists, recipes,
and more, bringing the reader to the heart of this adventure. With his
unrivaled instinct for a good story, and the affability that has
endeared him to millions of fans, Billy is the ultimate companion for
the ultimate road trip. Views: 25
Romance/Historical Fiction. 20793 words long. Views: 25
On holiday with new boyfriend Tom, Mark heads off to rural Italy for a spot of camping. When the ruggedly seductive Dante invites them onto his farmland the lovers think they have struck lucky, but there is more to Dante than meets the eye - much more. Thoroughly bewitched, Tom, all innocence, appears blind to Dante's dark side - but Mark is racked with suspicion. As their holiday starts to spin slowly but very surely out of control, it is Mark, alone, who can maybe save the day... Funny, sexy and clever, this is a story about understanding and forgiveness, and an investigation of the fact that life is rarely quite as bad - or as good - as it seems. Views: 25
Ex-detective Macmillan has a taste for bad girls, but his last lover really took the cake-and his humanity. Now a half-demon, Mac's lost his friends, his family, and his job. Then a beguiling vampire asks for his help to find her son. Suddenly, Mac has a case to work-one that leads him deeps into the supernatural prison where Mac learns that cracking the case will cost him his last scrap of humanity. Views: 25
