Ash's sister was one of those women who somehow always seem to connect with the wrong blokes. Harold was perhaps the cream of the crop as far as bludgers go, or more precisely, the bottom of the barrel. But when Harold comes up with a no-risk scheme to make some quick cash, Ash just can't say no.Waking to find the world changing each day, Jerrod struggles to find out why he appears to be the only one who notices. While trying to understand what is happening to The City, Jerrod discovers that the woman of his dreams is real, but so is the danger that she is running from. Views: 230
Delbert Gray was an amateur photographer with a hunger for fame. The camera Delbert used was a cheap Kodak instamatic. You can see why Delbert dreamed of owning a Nikon like his rich friend Michael. Delbert's longing for that special camera lead him to an Antique shop. The old man gave Delbert that special camera, but it would cost Delbert his soul in the end.Delbert Gray was an amateur photographer with a hunger for fame. The camera Delbert used was a cheap Kodak instamatic. You can see why Delbert dreamed of owning a Nikon like his rich friend Michael. Michael would let his friend Delbert develop his pictures in his dark room while he was developing his own. Delbert really envied Michael's photographs and would often close his eyes and day dream about being a famous photographer some day. As Delbert was walking around the town square he came across an Antique shop that had an old bellows camera in the display window. Delbert said to himself, "If I could just have that camera I bet it would take better pictures than Michael's." Delbert slumped over with tears again flowing down his cheeks knowing in reality there was no way he could afford such a beautiful camera. Just as Delbert was walking past the Antique shop, an old man opened the door and came up to Delbert and said, "I noticed you were looking at that old camera in the window as if it belonged to you." Delbert answered, "Yes, Sir, I was only wishing. I knew in my heart I could not afford such a beautiful camera. Besides, I don't even have a job or any money to give you and my father told me the only way I could buy a new camera was to get a job next year. By that time your camera would be gone and I would be heartbroken once more. Well I better be on my way, because if I don't get home soon my dad is going to whoop me.""Not so fast!” the old man said in a tender voice. I've never had anyone come by my shop and want any of my antiques like you have. I tell you what if you really want the camera it’s yours to keep. Don't worry about the money your money is no good to me. There's only one condition. Bring me a copy of the photos you take. I have a scrap book that I would like to place them in. That's all I ask of you. What do you say?" Delbert should have known something was up when the old man that sells antiques for a living doesn't give his antiques away for free. Why all of a sudden should the old man give him a rare valuable camera only one in existence to a young boy. There is something very wrong with this picture. You'll want to read on and on to find out. Views: 230
This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.“Of course the transaction is a purely private one. There is, I suppose, no chance of the truth leaking out? If so, it might be very awkward, you know.” “None whatever. Your Excellency may rely upon me to deal with these people cautiously. Besides, they have their own reputation to consider—as well as ours.” “And how much do you say they offer?” asked His Excellency in Italian, so that the English servants, if they were listening, should not understand. “If you accept their conditions as they stand, they pay one hundred thousand francs—four thousand pounds sterling—into your account at the Pall Mall branch of the Credit Lyonnais on Monday next,” replied the other in the same language. “And your share, my dear Angelo?” “That is apart. I have arranged it.” Views: 230
Every morning, Norris watches his goddess walk to the bus stop in front of him, the gap between them far wider than the physical distance. This morning, she stumbles. He wants to help her, but finds himself stuck in a hole that appeared along with his self doubt. Can he find his heroic self before she walks away? Find out in this heart-warming,humorous and profound magical realism short story.Every morning, Norris watches his goddess walk to the bus stop in front of him, the gap between them far wider than the physical distance. This morning, she stumbles. He wants to run and help her, but finds himself stuck in a hole that appeared along with his self doubt. By the time he gets out, she’s long gone. He vows that if it happens again, he won’t hesitate, but when she falls the next day, he has more than just his own hole to deal with. Can he find his heroic self before she walks away? This heart warming, humorous and profound magical realism short story (5000 words) is a readers’ favourite from ‘A Matter of Perception,’ a collection of short stories by Tahlia Newland. Views: 230
A short story. Jim is a coastal fisherman with a bad heart. He looks back on life, remembering the love of his life and their time together. Although Miranda has been gone for a long time, Jim sometimes thinks he can see her, hear her, on the rocks, near where he lives.A short story. Jim is a coastal fisherman from a long line of lobster fishermen. He met the love of his life late in life and their time together was brief but powerful. Despite having a heart conditon, Jim takes his boat out on his own, looking for one more prize from the ocean depths. He thinks back over life and time spent with his beloved Miranda, who has been gone for a long time. Jim thinks he can hear something and see someone on the rocks near his jetty and he makes his way towards a vision he believes to be Miranda. Views: 229
Joseph Percival Pollard was an American literary critic, novelist and short story writer. Joseph Percival Pollard was an American literary critic, novelist and short story writer. Views: 229
Georgina's Service Stars by Annie F. JohnstonAuthor Johnston, Annie F. (Annie Fellows), 1863-1931 Illustrator Gooch, Thelma Title Georgina's Service Stars Language EnglishCategory Text Up the crooked street which curves for three miles around the harbor comes the sound of the Towncrier's bell. It seems strange that he should happen along this morning, just as I've seated myself by this garret window to begin the story of my life, for it was the sound of his bell five years ago which first put it into my head to write it. And yet, it isn't so strange after all, when one remembers the part the dear old man has had in my past. "Uncle Darcy," as I've always called him, has been mixed up with most of its important happenings.That day, when I first thought of writing my memoirs, was in Spring house-cleaning time, and I had been up here all morning, watching them drag out old heirlooms from the chests and cubby-holes under the rafters. Each one had a history.[14] From one of the gable windows I could look down on the beach at the very spot where the Pilgrims first landed, and away over on the tongue of sand, which ends the Cape, I could see the place where they say the old Norse Viking, Thorwald, was buried nine hundred years ago. Views: 229
The classic children\'s tale by Ethel Calvert Phillips. Views: 229
After his grandfather passed away, fearing he has lost the only person who cared about him, young Raymond attempts to traverse North to find his grandfather's soul.Meako lost her everything. She lost her parents and now her only brother. Unable to cope with the lost, she seeks a way out. Just before she's about to give up and take the jump, a mysterious stranger arrives and interrupts… Views: 229
Don’t miss this companion novella to the enthralling Goddess Test series, perfect for fans of the Covenant, Starcrossed and Mortal Instruments series! Originally published in 2012 as part of The Goddess Legacy anthology.
For millennia, we’ve caught only glimpses of the lives and loves of the gods and goddesses on Olympus. Now Aimée Carter pulls back the curtain on how they became the powerful, petty, loving and dangerous immortals that Kate Winters knows.
In The Goddess Queen, Calliope, a.k.a. Hera, represented constancy, and yet had a husband who never matched her faithfulness. Don’t miss this novella of love, loss and longing…and see how Calliope becomes the villain she is thought to be. Or…is she?
This story can be read at any time, but was originally published after Goddess Interrupted and before The Goddess Inheritance.
Don’t miss any of the epic and exhilarating action in the GODDESS TEST series by Aimée Carter!
The following is the complete Goddess Test series of three full-length novels and six companion novellas, in ideal reading order:
**The Goddess Test
The Goddess Hunt (Novella)
Goddess Interrupted
The Goddess Queen (Novella)
The Lovestruck Goddess (Novella)
Goddess of the Underworld (Novella)
God of Thieves (Novella)
God of Darkness(Novella)
The Goddess Inheritance**
“A fresh take on the Greek myths adds sparkle to this romantic fable.”
—Cassandra Clare on The Goddess Test Views: 229
Jose DeLuz is the Anatolis brothers' best friend. He's always there with a joke and when it comes to their love lives, he has all the right moves. As for his own, Jose has two left feet. Laird has just hired him for a major job when Jose's painter quits. Laird may have a solution: he suggests Ronin McCall. The two meet, Ronin rocks Jose's world, and he's lost.After his stint in the Navy, Ronin McCall retires, planning to paint again. He moves to Eros for a fresh personal and business start. The first people he meets in the small seaside town are the Anatolis brothers and he instantly feels welcomed. When he meets their friend Jose, everything changes. Views: 229
“Enchanting . . . Bursting with talent and love of life,” said the Washington Post Book World of Fernanda Eberstadt’s extraordinary first novel, Low Tide. Now her exuberant gifts are even more abundantly evident on a larger scale. Isaac and His Devils tells the story of a boy who throws off sparks of what might be genius—and of his father, a man who has walked away from the possibilities of his own brilliance. Isaac Hooker, from birth to his twenty-second year, compensates for his ill health with a radiant tireless curiosity. He is certain of his destiny: he will “transfigure America in some vague, huge way.” He is the smartest. He will be the best, the first. At his side—watching him, loving him, driving him (to his mother’s ceaseless irritation)—is Isaac’s father, Sam, who sees in his son’s promise the triumphs he... Views: 229
"Rare Talents" is a Young Adult short story about Parker, a young girl whose touch can kill.Parker is a seventeen year old girl with a curse: with a single touch of her hand, she can kill someone.She has spent her life running from Covera Corporations, a place that captures Rares like her and uses them as their own personal weapons.When they find her and bring her back to their headquarters, Parker is given the option to either join them, or be forced into compliance.But the choice was never hers to make.Note: This is a SHORT STORY, not a full novel. Views: 229
J. W. Duffield wrote this popular book that continues to be widely read today despite its age. Views: 228
