When strange metallic pods begin to suddenly drop from the sky one night, two young brothers take one home and make a terrible discovery...Now looking better than ever on your e-reader...A short science-fiction horror story. What is the purpose of The Pods, spherical metallic machines that slowly fall from the Northern skies one night. And what happens when two young brothers take one home, and begin to examine and dismantle it? What is the terrible secret of The Pods.Updated 11/12; Easier to read on your e-device. Views: 381
Each of the seven meaty stories in this novel-length sci-fi collection earned an Honorable Mention in the world-renowned Writers of the Future contest over the past several years. This anthology includes four The File, Pause, Seer, Superthread, A Slave to Race, Decisions Decisions, and the previously-unpublished New Beginnings – the most recent of the stories to receive the honor.Each of the seven meaty stories in this novel-length sci-fi collection earned an Honorable Mention in the world-renowned Writers of the Future contest over the past several years. These are the stories that caused the illustrious judges at the Writers of the Future Contest to stand up and take notice, deliberate over, and eventually decide to give some kudos. This anthology includes four novellas: The File, Pause, Seer, and Superthread; plus three short stories: A Slave to Race, Decisions Decisions, and the previously-unpublished New Beginnings – the most recent of the stories to receive the honor. This represents a $25 value for only $7.99! Views: 380
The story is centered around how a banished young lion called Ola discovered and fulfilled his destiny despite the various temptations he encountered in the paradise of lust. He was fortunate to oblige himself the opportunity life offered him while he was in the Great, Great, Wild Jungle. He however determined not to lose his focus on his destination. His destination was his destiny.This highly interesting and life impacting comical piece is a work of fiction. The author, Moses Olanrewaju Bolarin, was in a trance on Monday, July 5, 2010 when this story was revealed to him. This story is already in a short animated cartoon film format as well as in mobile phone screensaver, wallpaper, and video formats.The story is centered around how a banished young lion called Ola discovered and fulfilled his destiny despite the various temptations he encountered in the paradise of lust. He was fortunate to oblige himself the opportunity life offered him while he was in the Great, Great, Wild Jungle. He however determined not to lose his focus on his destination. His destination was his destiny.Everybody, young and old, has a lot to learn from this exhilarating story. Views: 380
PS Wright has plagiarized another of Granny Which's tales. This time, a bit of a family tall tale has turned up in the wrong universe.When a couple of youngsters wander along the river, they have an odd encounter and experience some most unusual weather. Lucky for Augustus Deforest, May has brought along her umbrella. The wily old catfish known as grey beard doesn't stand a chance.What you more description of a seven page story? Ok, here it is. PS Wright has gone and plagiarized Granny Which Witch's very own family legend. And if that weren't bad enough, she done added some romancy stuff into it.It's ok though. There's big old blue catfish which folks call a grey beard where we come from. He's a wiley one. Augustus Deforest plans to take that one home for his Gran to cook up for dinner. May and Augustus meet by the riverbank. That's when all sorts of odd stuff starts to happen with the weather that might be all due to the Army Corps of Engineers, or maybe something worse. In any case, May is prepared for whatever might happen. She brought her umbrella. Views: 380
This is a collection of poems that celebrates the moods and landscapes of mind and vision. It is a journey of physical and mental discovery. Sometimes serious, sometimes whimsical, but always sincere.When a self-conscious young woman discovers the boy in drama class is actually the immortal who painted the world into being, she becomes the target of another painter who hates humanity. The Earth Painter is a Young Adult Supernatural Romance set in the small mill town of Chesnee, SC. It revolves around Holly Scruggs, whose family has just moved back to Chesnee after her dad lost his job along with pretty much everything they owned. Her image conscious parents correct her to the point of brokenness until she meets Theo. He is the artist responsible for all the beauty of the land and he thinks Holly is beautiful too. Together they will fight against Fritz, the water painter who hates humans and is hiding a secret under the high school.“WARNING: Reading this book leads to compulsive reading. Melissa Turner Lee is a master storyteller. The book blends modern culture with Lee’s fantasy world… The Earth Painter is an intriguing tale of romance, heartache, and friendship. Lee hits the nail on the head with many issues young ladies face through school today. These are timeless issues that, I believe, will be relevant no matter what age.”___Contessa Wright, MommyReviews Views: 380
Thirteen-year-old Arnold is always getting into trouble - but nowhere near as serious as when he sees a dead body, floating in a lake. He's the only witness to this crime - and now, someone is trying to kill him too. Views: 380
When Lisa’s Valentine’s Day ritual is interrupted by a phone call, she is surprised it’s from someone she hadn’t heard from in many years. What could her ex, Joey, possibly want from her on what could have been their 25th wedding anniversary?The Valentine’s Day Curse is a short story about stirred memories of unrequited love. For some people Valentine’s Day is not always a bed of roses.When Lisa’s Valentine’s Day ritual is interrupted by a phone call, she is surprised it’s from someone she hadn’t heard from in many years. What could her ex, Joey, possibly want from her on what could have been their 25th wedding anniversary? The Valentine’s Day Curse is a short story about stirred memories of unrequited love. For some people Valentine’s Day is not always a bed of roses. If you like O. Henry, you may also enjoy this tale with a twist...a quick read, suitable for any day. Views: 380
In one night a man learns the the depth of his anger.Triple Vision is the perfect title for this collection. The author sees life through the eyes of a philosopher, a painter, a poet. As a widely read student of philosophy she knows that, before finding answers to life's mysteries, the seeker must figure out the right questions. As a painter she finds beauty all around her and as a poet she wields language as artfully as she does her paintbrushes. Her stories are rich in exquisite imagery and deep with multi layers of meaning. The lens of her mind's eye is microscopic, telescopic and kalaidescopic and these stories will challenge you intellectually, stimulate you emotionally and delight all your senses. Views: 380
Haven: The Federation, The newest and possibly the last installment of the Haven novels about the inhabitants of a community living in a post Zombie apocalypse world. The residents are forced to form a federation to protect themselves.Haven: The Federation, The newest and possibly the last installment of the Haven novels about the inhabitants of a community living in a post Zombie apocalypse world. This is the story of Bill Mason's survival to meet up with his brother Ralph estranged since Bills childhood. The residents of the various communities must unite to withstand the various groups vying for control of the remains of civilization. After years of risking their lives for their communities and loved ones they find that they must expand their areas of influence to survive. They are forced to attack or be subjugated by outsiders. Suddenly the various settlements find themselves fighting the Zombies, hostile survivor groups and a group of well armed surviving military.horror, zombies, zombie, post apocalyptic, apocalyptic, survival Views: 380
Does life feel futile? Doesn't have to. Do some of your failures seem fatal? They aren't. And your death. Does the grave appear to be the final stop? According to Christ, your death is just the start of something great.There is a truth greater than all the losses and sorrows of life. And it can be discovered in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.In Six Hours One Friday, Max Lucado delves into the meaning of Jesus' last hours on the cross. Through his death, your life has purpose and meaning. You are forgiven and loved by a Savior who died for you. And an empty tomb proclaims that death does not have the final word."Peace where there should be pain. Confidence in the midst of crisis. Hope defying despair. Does death have the last word? I can see Jesus wink as he gives the answer, Not on your life." Views: 380
In the kingdom of Allay, Sages are born. Powerful warriors with supernatural abilities that would rival the strength of whole armies. And there is an academy that trains such warriors. One such student is James, a self-proclaimed slacker that has just been forced into the academy by his father. And if he plans to see another day, he will have to mature...fast.In the kingdom of Allay, Sages are born. Powerful warriors with supernatural abilities that would rival the strength of whole armies. And there is an academy that trains such warriors, forging them out of young, ordinary students. Few survive, but if there is any hope for this now desolate kingdom, the tests must be given to all that enter its walls.One such student is James, a self-proclaimed slacker that has just been forced into the academy by his father. And if he plans to see another day, he will have to weather through four lessons in life: determination, maturity, trust, and love…Praise for The Sage Saga: "A warning, it is a trap. Once you start you can't put it down. I had to read it start to finish an immediately get the rest of the series." - Book Reviewer "It was a great read from start to finish. It was so captivating that I had trouble putting the book down." - Book Reviewer "I couldn't put it down. Lots of adventure and heartbreak. I loved the depth that the author takes you too in falling in love with the main characters." - Book Reviewer on The Dark Kingdom (Book 2 of the Sage Saga) "A fantastic read hard to pick which way it was going some times." - Book Reviewer on Hail to the Queen (Book 3 of the Sage Saga) Views: 380
Sometimes, breaking the rules is the best thing you can do, especially when the rules don't allow you to be yourself.For Nadine Rostraver, fourth grade comes with peer pressure and new social rules. For one thing, girls aren't supposed to hang out with boys anymore. So where does that leave Nadine and her best friend Nick? Then Summer Crawford arrives at their school and Nadine's life goes from bad to worse! Nadine loses her job on the class newspaper and gets in serious trouble with her teacher. But Summer has always been a free spirit, and together Nadine, Nick, and Summer realize that life is a lot more fun if you march to the beat of your own drum.Leslie Bulion's sensitive, realistic look at adolescence will resonate with young readers who will recognize themselves and their own dilemmas in her well-drawn characters and their responses to a complicated world. Views: 379
Ten short stories, including The Monkey Faced Boy, The Holey Oak, The Accidental Bank Job,The Horse that ran with the Wind and others. A mixed bag of tales ideal for reading on a plane or in a train. Gentle humour, a touch or sci fi, and a twist at the end.Presley is a troubled teenager who lives in the sleepy rural small Midwestern town of Lock Springs, Missouri. She has a myriad of family problems. Her father is dead and her mother is a selfish alcoholic who leaves Presley to fend for herself. With a lack of guidance and support she turns to her popular but narcissistic boyfriend, Tyler, to find love. Desperate for love and affection she struggles with his blatant unfaithfulness. Presley finds solace in writing music and playing her guitar. She uses her music as an outlet to express her complex teenage emotions as she tries to make sense of her life. Presley is confused and depressed until she visits a mystical place in another dimension far away from home. She encounters spirits and ghosts including many that want her dead. She meets spiritually advanced beings from another world and from another time. In this other world she meets Jesse, a guy that falls madly in love with her. Confused by his impulsive love, he helps her to unlock the mysteries of her secretive past that open her mind to endless possibilities about her world. This paranormal tale is full of mystic adventure along with a deep spiritual love story filled with passion that will connect with young girls and young women. Just as Presley begins to unravel her startling past she is faced with a heart wrenching decision. She could go back home to her lonesome life or she could stay in this other world with Jesse- along with the evil spirits who want her soul. It’s full of twists and turns that will keep the reader intrigued until the end. Views: 379
Have you ever asked yourself why we are so intent on causing misery to each other? Some questions are best left unanswered.Have you ever asked yourself why we are so intent on causing misery to each other? Some questions are best left unanswered for the sake of sleeping peacefully at night. Views: 379
