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	Valentine's Day: Works That Warm -- And Chill -- The Heart	by Melbourne Writers' Social Group Feb. 07, 2012	Free!	8619 words	Read a sample
	The Melbourne Writers' Social Group brings you a collection of short stories and poems about Valentine's Day--a day that has the power to evoke warm, fuzzy, and romantic feelings or equally cold, harsh, and bitter ones. The first four works offer warm fuzzies while the last three will leave you cold. May these pages charm and delight you, or run a chill up your spine, if you prefer.
	Valentine Delights Kiss Me	by Still Moments Publishing Feb. 06, 2012	$3.99	28057 words
	February 2012 Anthology, Valentine Delights Kiss Me, Chick Lit, Fantasy, Sensual.
	Valentine Delights Be Mine	by Still Moments Publishing Feb. 06, 2012	$2.99	23171 words
	February 2012 Anthology, Valentine Delights Be Mine, Chick Lit, Contemporary, Sensual.
	Jake's Monthly- Punk Anthology	by Jake Johnson Feb. 05, 2012	$0.99	12067 words	Sample 20%
	Throughout January, talented authors wrote stories encompassing the massive movement in science fiction known as Punk. This is the result.
	PHP 2011 Bijna Alle Verhalen	by PaulHarland Prijs Feb. 04, 2012	$4.99	579977 words
	Als begeleidend werk voor de juryrapporten bevat dit ebook vrijwel alle verhalen die hebben meegedongen naar de Paul Harland Prijs 2011.
	The WG2E All-For-Indies Anthologies: Viva La Valentine Edition	by D. D. Scott Feb. 02, 2012	$2.99	86748 words	Sample 5%
	Bestselling Author D. D. Scott is treating you to a short story collection featuring one of her own stories as well as stories by some of her fave Indie Epub Authors, including Talli Roland, Chicki Brown, Lisa Lim, MG Ainsworth, Buck Buchanan, Sheila Seabrook, Diane Vallere and Christy Hayes. With this Viva La Valentine Anthology, you’ll never again think of Valentine’s Day in quite the same way.
	The Gallery of Worlds: February 2012	by Lantern Hollow Feb. 01, 2012	Free!	28679 words	Read a sample
	A stirring collection of short stories from Lantern Hollow Press, including fantasy, science fiction, fairy tale, dark fantasy, and serials. Published quarterly.
	African Tales	by Rony P Jan. 31, 2012	$0.99	46171 words	Sample 15%
	African folklore is in its nature plain, and primitive in its simplicity; not adorned with the wealth of palaces and precious stones to be met with in the folklore of more civilized nations, but descriptive in great measure of the events of everyday life, and of such imagery as is connected witwith the phenomena of nature.
	The Feathered Edge: Tales of Magic, Love, and Daring	by Deborah J. Ross Jan. 29, 2012	$3.99	92268 words	Sample 20%
	Want a taste of romance in your swashbuckling adventure? Sparkling verbal repartee in your heroic quest? A lover swain spun of dreams and moonlight? A rescue from an Algerian brothel? Swords that would rather make love than fight duels? A woodland god in the guise of a wounded stag? A stowaway on a pirate ship? Between waking and dreams, 'twixt mortal lands and Faerie, the old world and the new,
	Life is More Than Candy Hearts	by Renaissance Romance Publishing Jan. 29, 2012	$6.99	61564 words	Sample 15%
	The Candy Collection: Life is More Than Candy Hearts is a Valentine's Day collection of three short stories. A book of six broken people and what they'll do to find love on Valentine's Day. Can they heal their broken hearts?
	Life is Not a Trifling Affair	by Elizabeth Ducie Jan. 28, 2012	$2.99	17606 words	Sample 30%
	An eclectic collection of short stories by two Devon writers who have embraced the human condition in all its many guises. It is hoped the tales within will not just entertain but leave you smiling - and wanting more. Box of tissues optional...
	Her Majesty's Mysterious Conveyance	by Steampunk Anthology I Jan. 18, 2012	$3.99	64485 words	Sample 10%
	In an era when steam rules the sea and the skies, the monarchy struggles to maintain control. Across the lands, battles are fought for the sake of peace and love.
	Long Beach: Past, Present, Future	by LBWG Jan. 18, 2012	$2.99	40356 words	Sample 20%
	With stories and poetry ranging from literary fiction to flash fiction, Long Beach: Past, Present and Future is as diverse as the Long Beach, California population it represents. The up and coming authors from The Long Beach Writers Group will engage you with smart and unforgiving prose, just waiting to be read aloud.
	Tales of Ancient China	by Rony P Jan. 17, 2012	$0.99	26416 words	Sample 20%
	During her history, China has created countless Fables. This is just a tiny collection of them. I hope these short stories may open a window for you through which you may have a glimpse of Chinese culture, history, customs and thinking.
	Snowbound Hearts	by Still Moments Publishing Jan. 10, 2012	$3.99	34308 words
	January 2012 Anthology, Snowbound Hearts Chick Lit, Contemporary, Paranormal, Sensual
	Shaking It Up	by Erin Quinn Jan. 08, 2012	$0.99	21129 words
	From the sexy, martini-inspired Love, Served with a Twist Valentine’s Day series by Amazon bestselling authors Erin Quinn, Calista Fox, and Mary Leo:
	The Poetic Lounge Vol.2	by Fiordaliza Charles Jan. 08, 2012	Free!	22036 words	Read a sample
	This book contains true stories and poems from some of the best poets and writers worldwide. Get ready to experience a book full of emotion, real-life experiences, and life lessons that will leave you speechless, happy, and wanting more.
	Jake's Monthly- Science Fantasy Anthology	by Jake Johnson Jan. 06, 2012	$0.99	21597 words	Sample 20%
	Throughout the magical month of December, great writers from around the web wrote stories which merged the scientific with the miraculous, and the fantastical with the rational. This is the result.
	Everything	by Zoey Mendez Jan. 01, 2012	$0.99	41931 words	Sample 5%
	For those wanting a variety in their reading experience. Includes stories from various genres and centers on strong characters rather than a constraining focus. From real life scenarios to more of the extravagant, Everything is just that: a little bit of everything for everyone.
	Anthology of Short Stories From Authors Glenn C. and Sasha Gabriel	by GlennAndSasha Gabriel Dec. 31, 2011	Free!	8789 words	Read a sample
	An Anthology of authors short stories from 2011. You asked for them all in one convenient file and here they are… all fourteen of them! Thank you for requesting them, and for all your support.
	The WG2E All-For-Indies Anthologies: Winter Wonderland Edition	by D. D. Scott Dec. 29, 2011	$2.99	75442 words	Sample 5%
	Bestselling Authors D. D. Scott and Tonya Kappes - Co-Founders of The Writer’s Guide to Epublishing (WG2E) - are treating you to a short story collection featuring their stories as well as several of their favorite Indie Authors...Talli Roland, Tamara Ward, Sibel Hodge, Alicia Street, Lacy Maran and Kevin Michael, Patrice Fitzgerald, Kathy Carmichael and T.M. Souders. Winter won't be the same.
	SciendaQ Spring 2012	by Scienda Press Dec. 25, 2011	$0.99	10944 words	Sample 20%
	Scienda Quarterly is a literary anthology staffed by swashbuckling contributors who are skilled navigators of the seas of information, ideas and entertainment. No yawn-inducing doldrums. No treacherous betrayals of your quality time. Just excellent articles, insights and reading recommendations, priced to go nicely with your cup of coffee.
	Haunted - Ten Tales of Ghosts	by Rayne Hall Dec. 24, 2011	$0.99	24879 words	Sample 20%
	Ten ghost stories by Tracie McBride, William Meikle, Carole Ann Moleti, Kiersten Hartrim, Sera Hayes, April Grey, Rayne Hall, Douglas Kolacki, Jonathan Broughton, Grayson Bray Morris. Edited by Rayne Hall.
	Pro Se Presents: September 2011	by Pro Se Press Dec. 23, 2011	$1.99	36319 words	Sample 20%
	Ready for your Monthly Dose of Pulp? Then you'll find it in PRO SE PRESENTS #2 Introducing a brand New Pulp Hero, John Preston Sterling! A man among men, a Hero like no other, Sterling plays to win in 'Jupiter's Games!' And from premiere Fantasy Author Nancy Hansen comes the beginning of a New Pulp Adventure series, learn the secret of 'The Silver Pentacle!'
	The Red Penny Papers - Winter 2011-12	by Red Penny Papers Dec. 17, 2011	Free!	23445 words	Read a sample
	The Red Penny Papers - Quarterly Sensationalist and Fantastical Fiction. In this issue: “In the Pits of Isfhan” by Mari Ness, “Its Trick” by R.A. Keenan, “The Comfort of Shadows” by T.J. McIntyre, “The Gill Bride” by Jan Stinchcomb, “The Last Magician” by Samantha Boyette, “The Still Life of Doriana” by Sylvia Hiven
	Heroes & Heretics: A Pulp Empire Anthology	by Metahuman Press Dec. 17, 2011	$2.99	134562 words	Sample 20%
	Pulp Empire debuts its biggest anthology ever with 19 stories that run the gamut from heroic sword & sorcery to outer space adventure. Heroes & Heretics brings some of the most talented new stars of pulp together in one massive collection of great pulp fiction!
	20 In 5 Volume II - January 2012	by Mis Tribus Dec. 16, 2011	$0.99	14217 words	Sample 20%
	Twenty flash fiction stories you can read in 5 minutes each. Covering different genres, you now have the perfect coffee break reading material for your digital device. Or you can take a quick night-time read before sleep ends your day. 20 In 5: your monthly e-book of high-quality and engaging quick reads!
	Theory Train Issue Three	by Theory Train Magazine Dec. 15, 2011	$1.49	6282 words	Sample 20%
	Speculative fiction magazine featuring poetry and prose.
	Winter Wonders 2011 Anthology	by Whimsical Publications Dec. 13, 2011	$4.99	55981 words	Sample 20%
	When the cold of winter sets in and your body shivers, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate, a warm blanket, a comfy chair and a good book. Join the authors as they share stories that will scare you, thrill you, delight you, break your heart and entertain you, all set with a winter theme.
	Warm Christmas Wishes	by Mary Kate Brogan Dec. 13, 2011	$6.99	45896 words	Sample 20%
	Seven heart-warming stories by five brilliant story tellers for this Christmas season.
	Christmas Tales - Seasonal stories, poems and greetings from the Coventry Writers' Group	by Michael Boxwell Dec. 12, 2011	Free!	7280 words	Read a sample
	A collection of seasonal stories, poems and greetings on the subject of Christmas, written by members of the Coventry Writers' Group. Writers include well known authors such as Ann Evans, Rosalie Warren, Michael Boxwell and Martin Brown, along with a number of new up-and-coming writers. Many of the stories and poems are light-hearted, others more thoughtful. All of them delight and inspire.
	Etched Offerings: Voices From the Cauldron of Story	by Misanthrope Press Dec. 11, 2011	$5.99	74431 words	Sample 20%
	Collection of Pagan short fiction from a wide variety of authors, including recognizable names such as Kenny Klein, P. Sufenas Virius Lupus, Cory Thomas Hutcheson, Inanna Gabriel, and R.S. Bohn. Including an introduction by musical pixie S.J. Tucker.
	Heavy Petting	by William D. Hicks Dec. 11, 2011	$5.99	48454 words	Sample 10%
	Unleash your inner animal and come along for a rollicking ride in Heavy Petting!
	The Withering Darkness: A Paranormal Horror Compendium	by Candy Crum Dec. 09, 2011	$2.99	48054 words	Sample 20%
	The Withering Darkness is a collection of paranormal horror stories written by incredibly talented authors with only two goals: to terrify and entertain. These tales have a little something for everyone with Vampires, Zombies, Demons, Goblins, and more.
	No Definite Plans: Eleven Stories of Laughter, Love, Travel (Townsend 11, Vol 3)	by Townsend 11 Dec. 09, 2011	$0.99	22524 words	Sample 20%
	The Townsend 11 collective of award-winning writers keeps the momentum going with eleven more stories of laughter, love, travel, and imagination. Their third volume, No Definite Plans, muses about routine events spun into chaos, draws wisdom from experience, and delves into novella-style fiction. If you like the adventures in Travelers’ Tales and other anthologies, you'll love No Definite Plans.
	Breathe III	by Breathe Writers Dec. 09, 2011	$5.99	91024 words	Sample 20%
	An anthology of short stories and poems by northern Maine and Canadian writers.
	Subversion: Science Fiction & Fantasy tales of challenging the norm	by Crossed Genres Publications Dec. 07, 2011	$4.99	79617 words	Sample 25%
	"There are few things as enjoyable as a book full of good ideas being dealt with in a thoughtful and intelligent fashion, and this is one of those books." - SF Signal Subversion is an anthology of stories about striking back at the status quo – whatever that might be.
	Speech Bubble Magazine: The Best Of Issues 1, 2 And 3	by Speech Bubble Magazine Dec. 06, 2011	$0.99	21094 words	Sample 20%
	This anthology features fourteen dialogue and narrative-focused stories from authors such as Don Hucks, Joseph Carfagno, Graham Tugwell, Marc Nash and William Doreski, previously published in issues one, two and three of Speech Bubble Magazine.
	Narrator Magazine Best of the Best 2011 Blue Mountains/Central Tablelands	by Narrator Magazine Dec. 04, 2011	Free!	46296 words	Read a sample
	This issue contains the judged winners, people's choice winners and highly commended works from all issues of Narrator for the Blue Mountains and Central Tablelands.
	Jake's Monthly- Post Apocalyptic Anthology	by Jake Johnson Dec. 04, 2011	$0.99	29897 words	Sample 20%
	All throughout November, fresh and experienced authors submitted stories of dead and dying worlds. This is the result.
	Winter's Night	by KD Sarge Nov. 30, 2011	$0.99	20677 words	Sample 20%
	A Marine on leave. A heartfelt rondeau. An Inuit on the edge. A dreamer on a quest. Turtleduck Press does winter. This anthology is a collection by the authors of Turtleduck Press, benefiting UNICEF.
	Tales from the Backlist: Select Stories from Backlist eBooks Authors	by Backlist eBooks Nov. 29, 2011	$0.99	111045 words	Sample 10%
	Romance! Mystery! Aliens! Suspense! Spirits! Invite top writers from across the genres and what do you get? Tales from the Backlist! These short stories are a delectable sample of treasures from traditionally published authors who have united to bring you the best in fiction. Previously appearing in an array of publications, these 19 tales will delight, excite, and make you cry out for more!
	Mystery and Romance Under the Northern Lights	by Lori Ness Nov. 27, 2011	$6.99	67078 words	Sample 5%
	A collection of nine stories by seven authors who are members of the Northern Lights Writers of Minnesota, Chapter #199 of Romance Writers of America. Some of the members have accomplished their dreams of publication, some have not. This book is a compilation — and a dream fulfilled.
	20 In 5 -- Volume I -- December 2011	by Mis Tribus Nov. 26, 2011	$0.99	15054 words	Sample 10%
	A monthly magazine of 20 stories you can read in 5 minutes each. Far-ranging, quirky and often surprising, these snippets will add a special spark to your coffee breaks and quiet moments. Perfect for a smartphone, e-reader or a laptop, 20 In 5 is your perfect reading companion, every month.
	A Cuppa and an Armchair	by Equipe Nov. 26, 2011	$2.99	27014 words	Sample 15%
	A Collection of Short Stories A Cuppa and an Armchair is a collaborative venture joining writers, artists and the charity Equipe, in a bid to raise much-needed funds. Equipe is an international charity working into East Africa, India, Papua New Guinea and The Philippines. Its mission is to enable and empower local people to break the cycle of poverty through education, sustainable infrastructure
	Metahumans vs the Undead: A Superhero vs Zombie Anthology	by A.P. Fuchs Nov. 26, 2011	$4.99	61568 words	Sample 10%
	The war between Good and Evil has raged since the beginning. Now the battle continues with the Ultimate Good vs the Ultimate Evil. In a world where superheroes and zombies collide, only one can survive. Featuring indie heroic favorites like Axiom-man, The Wraith, Shadowflame and more, Metahumans vs the Undead is a terror-filled adventure where Light and Darkness collide and only one can prevail.
	Reflexiones para ser FELIZ	by Josue Rodriguez Nov. 24, 2011	$0.99	7222 words	Sample 20%
	Un compendio de reflexiones que animarán tu corazón. Cuenta con 19 historias que te dejarán pensando y moverán tus sentimientos, pensamientos y emociones. Encontrarás reflexiones como: La última lágrima El Rey y la Mendiga Huecos en la cerca Un Gigante El Águila Y mucho más!
	BestsellerBound Short Story Anthology Volume 3	by Maria Savva Nov. 23, 2011	Free!	25895 words	Read a sample
	A collection of tales by a variety of authors.
	How To Win Friends & Influence People	by Michael Herman Nov. 22, 2011	$15.00	3140 words	Sample 20%
	Taking its place where Dale Carnegie's seminal book How To Win Friends & Influence People left off , How To Win Friends & Influence People The Jewish Mother Way continues with a slightly different approach to winning.
	Saints & Sinners 2010 New Fiction From the Festival	by Amie Evans Nov. 20, 2011	$8.95	81043 words	Sample 20%
	Saints and Sinners 2010: New Fiction from the Festival contains a mixture of short fiction representing many genres and styles as well as a diverse number of themes and experiences. It was truly a difficult task for the judges to select a winner and two runner-ups from over a 100 entries.