With the help of Pevan and Van Raighan, Rel has escaped the clutches of the Gift-Givers. Convinced that Keshnu is about to destroy the Second Realm, Rel persuades his rescuers to stay in Vessit with him and keep watch.When a new Realmquake hits, Rel's fears seem to have been borne out, but if he interferes, he knows Taslin will be waiting for him.The golden age of freedom withers across the Solar System as independent colonies fall under the dominion of Barbary and Sons, a ruthless cartel run by a 24th century cross between Genghis Khan and the CEO of Walmart.One man rises in opposition. Rork Sollix raids Barbary's cargo ships for fun and profit, along with his lovestruck teenage servant Lala Fevari and his ragtag crew. Just days from death, betrayed by his own men and on the run, Rork tries to safeguard Lala on Earth. But Barbary kidnaps her, throws Rork in a bleak Delhi prison and aims to make the young girl pay for Rork's crimes. Views: 584
A highly engaging short story. A Watchmaker and his wife find themselves in a difficult situation. Mr. Pike is an unsympathetic banker about to call their loan. An unusual accord is struck with deadly consequences and a cunning twist in the tale. A quick but highly engaging read.Sometimes A man resolves himself that he has fallen deeper and deeper into his weakness for pleasuring himself until it destroys him. Views: 584
Without any memories of who she is and where she came from, eight-year-old Rose finds herself on a cargo ship in the middle of the sea. A mysterious stranger, who feels like a friend, an Eagle birthmark that moves freely about her body and magical powers are just the beginning of Rose’s journey. What happens when her powers are discovered and taken from her?Without any memories of who she is and where she came from, eight-year-old Rose finds herself on a cargo ship in the middle of the sea. A mysterious stranger, who feels like a friend, an Eagle birthmark that moves freely about her body and magical powers are just the beginning of Rose’s journey. What happens when her powers are discovered and taken from her? Will she be able to fulfill the ancient prophecy? Rose Awaken is a short story and Part I of the Element of Air Trilogy, where we are taken on Rose’s journey of discovering who she is and where she came from and try to understand the choices she will make in the future. Views: 584
Unusual sounds come from inside the walls of a hospital waiting room. Walls that should not be there according to the blue prints.A mother waits for her son's broken arm to be set in the waiting room of Keller Hospital.Unusual sounds come from inside the walls of a hospital waiting room. Walls that should not be there according to the blue prints. Can she and the Detective that brought her son to the ER discover what lies behind the wall? Views: 584
In Someone Killed His Boyfriend, David Stukas introduced the most fabulously unlikely trio of gay sleuths this side of Provincetown. Now, Michael and Robert and their lesbian sidekick, Monette, are in the vichyssoise again when Robert's romance with a count goes from fabulous to flatline. . .It ain't easy being green—especially if you're Robert Willsop, a boy from Michigan searching for love in the Prada-filled, Chilean sea bass-eating world of gay New York. While his best friend Michael is perfectly content to detail every bit of his latest hot-wax demo over a plate of fifty-dollar pasta, poverty-stricken Robert longs for a good, old-fashioned romance. So when a chance meeting with the gorgeous, fabulously wealthy Count Siegfried Von Schmidt leads to a whirlwind romance and a marriage proposal, Robert waves goodbye to his dumpy studio apartment and dives in with heart, soul and a brand-new Rolex wristwatch.Instead of being gloriously happy for him—and... Views: 583
Kate Appleton needs a job. Her husband has left her, she’s been fired as a magazine editor, and she only wants to go to her parents’ summer house, The Nutshell, in Keene’s Harbor, Michigan, and make a Bed and Breakfast inn. Matt Culhane needs a spy in his brewery for a saboteur, and Kate is new in town. But Kate despises beer and nobody trusts her. Views: 583
In this short-story prequel to A+ For Murder, Michael O'Brien must solve the theft of a priceless necklace before the thief gets away from the party.In A+ For Murder, English teacher Michael O'Brien has to solve a murder mystery before he becomes the next victim. But before he got caught up in solving murders, Michael had to handle smaller mysteries that sharpened his skills and failed to give him self-confidence.In The Adventure of The Costume Ball, Mike is stuck at a costume party event, and his superintendent is trotting him out as a mystery-solving teacher. But before Mike can make his escape, the lights go out and priceless jewels vanish, and Mike has to stop the thief before he gets through the very door Mike has been eying since the party started! Views: 583
Short, sweet snippets of stories which have the ability to tempt the imagination, tantalise a reader and pose questions, this collection of flash fiction each have a sting in the tale.Twisted Tales is an anthology of short, sweet story snippets which have the ability to tempt the imagination, tantalise a reader and pose questions.This collection explores the twisted existence of love, family and relationships as characters seek a sense of self and identity. It is filled with a mixture of stories, some which will make you think, others smile and tales which will have you reaching for your security blanket. Views: 583
When King Edward calls on his allies for military support, the Norman lord Richard FitzScrob must take drastic measures to make his Saxon subjects obedient. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.Ellen Leonard is feeling both free and empty. Just out of a two-year relationship, she decides a trip to Ireland could be the perfect opportunity to shake off her lethargy and also reassert her independence. But as she settles in at a remote cottage in the Irish countryside and her days take on a comfortable routine, Ellen begins to discover that sometimes things that go bump don’t always do it just in the night.“Under the Hill” also features a sneak peek at two of Sheila’s newest books, Relatively Dead and Picked to Die. And watch for An Early Wake, the third book in the County Cork Mystery Series, coming in February!About the Author:Sheila Connolly is an Anthony and Agatha Award–nominated author who writes the New York Times bestselling County Cork Mysteries, which draw heavily on her Irish ancestry and frequent trips to Ireland. She is also the author of the New York Times bestselling Museum Mysteries and Orchard Mysteries. In addition, she has published Once She Knew, a romantic suspense; Reunion with Death, a traditional mystery set in Tuscany; Relatively Dead, a paranormal romance and a New York Times bestseller; and Seeing the Dead, as well as a number of short stories. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband and three cats. Views: 583
Growing up alone can be hard for any child.Donnie is a tale about a young man who goes through many of life's experiences. Suffering badly from being bullied at school, Donnie keeps one thing close. His dream. Only to realise, dreams are not always what they're made out to be.Growing up alone can be hard for any child.Donnie is a tale about a young man who goes through many of life's experiences. Suffering badly from being bullied at school, Donnie keeps one thing close. His dream. Only to realise, dreams are not always what they're made out to be. Donnie soon finds out, no-one can be trusted.A short tragic story of love, horror, humour all twisted together for a sharp destructive ending. Views: 583
Money Land, sequel to the bestselling, award-winning, Blood Land!Money Land is the sequel to the bestselling and riveting, Blood Land, that introduced the Sheriff James Pruett Mystery/Thriller series. Big crime has come literally crashing down on the small town of Wind River, Wyoming. When a small plane bound for the Canadian border carrying money for the Sustantivo Cartel smashes into the glacial Wind River Mountains, the event brings a heartless evil presence to one of the more remote places on earth. The tail of the plane is discovered, empty. No drugs. No money. Shortly afterward, people start dying. When the cartel comes to town, Pruett will do anything within his power to save his town, his people, the land, and his family. Anything. Once again in the sparse, gritty, starkly poetic styling of James Lee Burke, Tony Hillerman, and John D. MacDonald, R.S. Guthrie brings you his classic hero, James Pruett, at odds against the Sustantivo drug cartel, his own friends and citizens, and federal agencies that have agendas beyond those printed on their Mission Statements.Don't miss out on the Award-Winning series!Blood Land is the winner of Gold Medal & 2 Best in Categories in Wise Bear Book Awards!The first in the series, Blood Land, voted a must-read Page-Turner by Shelf magazine!An author whose writing will grab you and not let go!R.S. Guthrie was voted by The Author Show as one of "Fifty Great Writers You Should Be Reading".Blood Land, the first, award-winning book in the series, is currently FREE!What are you waiting for?R.S. Guthrie is an author who has exploded on to the scene with fresh, brave characters; heroes with fierce pride, unflinching bravery, and a profound sense of justice. Try the series. You may just find a new favorite author.** Views: 583
Poetry that moves. Poetry that inspires from the master of prose.This is a story of a young boy (Bill) growing up under the influence of his grandfather (Grampy). Bill's dad travels for his job and Grampy becomes a role model for Bill. Bill learns many lessons from his grandfather. He learns about everything from fishing to religion to dying. Grandfather teaches Bill the same values he taught his father years earlier. Enjoy this light hearted look at the adventures of a young boy and the things he learns as he matures. Views: 583
