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Teenage Life Sucks by ho ronald Teenage Life Sucks by ho ronald Dec. 22, 2011 Free! 718 words Read a sample
Is this your life at highschools. Girls and Girls and Girls again. I am begging for your help really :(((( Please read me.Your greatest sympathy will be the only price for this "book". Thx THx
The Oklahoma Summer by Tom Tiding The Oklahoma Summer by Tom Tiding Jan. 13, 2012 Free! 1335 words Read a sample
What do you do when your only friend just wants to sleep with you? The Oklahoma Summer is a quirky—and true—short story about an improbable friendship between a clueless Yale student and a small-town Oklahoma drag queen. Dry and amusing, The Oklahoma Summers is an insightful look into the hidden corners of small towns and imperfect friendships.
My First Ninety Years by Mary Jane Baird My First Ninety Years by Mary Jane Baird Aug. 22, 2010 Free! 3339 words Sample 100%
The author gives us an opportunity to experience some of the more memorable moments in her long, rich life. First, as a child growing up in a small town in Kansas during the Depression, later as one of the fortunate young women who went to college during that time, and then as the wife of a very successful Presbyterian minister for 50 years.
The Long and Winding Road by RJ Bernard The Long and Winding Road by RJ Bernard Oct. 22, 2010 Free! 2245 words Read a sample
The trials and tribulations of a young man's journey from his home in the country to start afresh in one of the World's great cities.
AMBITION by Steven Travers AMBITION by Steven Travers May 16, 2011 Free! 707251 words Read a sample
My struggle to fail and succeed in baseball, politics, Hollywood, writing . . . and the rocky path I've walked with Christ.
My Best Friend Georja by Helen Eyre My Best Friend Georja by Helen Eyre June 01, 2011 Free! 207 words Read a sample
This is a poem I wrote a few years ago, when my best friend Georja died, I'm posting it now because it is a few days away from her 3rd anniversary. She was an unbelievable friend, and a wonderful person. She was the first person who ever treated me like a friend, I owe her so much.
Sister Albert Marchetti - Sister Albert Marchetti - "An Angel Of God" by Robert Chapin Sep. 20, 2011 Free! 2240 words Read a sample
Mid 1950's and mother wanted us to receive a Catholic education. Our diocese was thriving with the best schools in our state dedicated teaching nuns. Sister Gabriel was one who used the fear of God coupled with the rubber tipped pointer across your knuckles to keep you in line. Sister Gabriel was very demeaning until Sister Albert Marchetti was assigned the new Mother Superior! True Story.
Vanida's Journey by Vanida Plamondon Vanida's Journey by Vanida Plamondon Oct. 10, 2011 Free! 34097 words Read a sample
When I decided to get help to figure out why I have always struggled with wanting to be a woman and decided to confront my misery, I embarked on the beginning of journey I did not expect to go on. This is an honest look at the beginning of my journey towards womanhood.
Uma luz no fim do túnel by Xavier T. Uma luz no fim do túnel by Xavier T. Dec. 20, 2011 Free! 47945 words Read a sample
Alcoolismo, a historia de recuperacao bem sucedida de um alcoolico. Uma historia de vida real, como um dependente do alcool conseguiu parar de beber.
Cronicas del Chico Pelon # 1 by Emari Valdicar Cronicas del Chico Pelon # 1 by Emari Valdicar Oct. 11, 2011 Free! 2122 words Read a sample
La biografia del autor Emari Valdicar. Su vida como un joven gay, sus amores, y las relaciones con hombres anonimos.****SOLO PARA ADULTOS*****
Fontaine Press by Fontaine Press Fontaine Press by Fontaine Press Sep. 12, 2011 Free! 16 words Read a sample
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2001: A Big Nutter Oddity by Mike Sharpe 2001: A Big Nutter Oddity by Mike Sharpe Oct. 21, 2009 Free! 12875 words Read a sample
Author Mike Sharpe writes about two Christian events, as he is there.
Josef K. Prokurist by Sergio Caldarella Josef K. Prokurist by Sergio Caldarella Oct. 15, 2008 You set the price! 4270 words Sample 30%
A metaphorical and allegorical analysis of the figure of Josef K. in Kafka’s work "The Trial". A complete reversal of the interpretative topos where Josef K., the central character of the book, is seen as not guilty. Here the guilt of Josef is interpreted in a new light. Una totale inversione interpretrativa della figura di Josef K. personaggio centrale ne "Il Processo" di Franz Kafka.
Today is great again and I thank again by Clover CK Today is great again and I thank again by Clover CK Dec. 14, 2011 Free! 2461 words Read a sample
One day, I received a short memo from my mom. After she bought a smart phone, she decided to practice typing by emailing me a short note every day. Reading her memo helped me go through any tough time. Whenever I miss my family, I read her notes. Now she is 60 years old and I am making this book to celebrate her birthday.
A Mix of Holiday Memories by E. P. Ned Burke A Mix of Holiday Memories by E. P. Ned Burke Nov. 05, 2008 Free! 8592 words Read a sample
Authors E. P. Ned Burke, Madonna Dries Christensen and Carrillee Collins Burke share some of their favorite holiday memories with you.
My Operation by Ernest Winchester My Operation by Ernest Winchester Sep. 09, 2010 Free! 519 words Read a sample
Some thoughts while facing surgery.
Moved Out of Our Comfort Zone by Phyllis Porter Dolislager Moved Out of Our Comfort Zone by Phyllis Porter Dolislager Jan. 16, 2011 Free! 7999 words Read a sample
We moved three times in twelve months! From Boynton Beach, Fl To Palm Beach, FL To West Palm Beach, FL To Townsend, TN From a 3-bedroom ranch to two condos to a log cabin--in the Smoky Mountains--with black bears as visitors. After 24 years in the same job, Ron changed jobs two times those 12 months. Ron’s sister also passed away, in Detroit, and he was the executor of her estate.
Rise: A Collection Inspired by Lift by Rebecca K. O'Connor Rise: A Collection Inspired by Lift by Rebecca K. O'Connor June 16, 2011 Free! 18716 words Read a sample
In celebration of the Kindle version release of LIFT, an award-winning falconry memoir, author Rebecca K. O’Connor shares a complementary collection of essays, short stories and poetry that further examines life in the shadow of a raptor’s wings.
Confessions of a '60s Moonchild by Kate Everson Confessions of a '60s Moonchild by Kate Everson Oct. 04, 2011 Free! 3539 words Read a sample
A brief memoir of life in the 60s' in Toronto including drugs and finding my self through spiritual seeking, finding a guru and walking the streets raising funds for a cult. Marriage and divorce and life again.
The Littlest Caregiver by Melissa Yuan-Innes The Littlest Caregiver by Melissa Yuan-Innes Dec. 21, 2011 You set the price! 3197 words Sample 20%
When my father was diagnosed with brain cancer, I could handle the hospital. I'm a doctor. I pushed for faster and better treatment. But the actual caretaking? I fumbled. Luckily, my infant son Max was wiser than me. Here is Max and Dad's story. This essay will also appear in my book, The Unfeeling Doctor, Unplugged. "Beautiful...one of your best pieces ever."-Medical Post editor David Hodges
Paranormal By Design by Karen Dale Stefaniak Paranormal By Design by Karen Dale Stefaniak Jan. 29, 2012 Free! 10338 words Read a sample
This is a book of my memoirs, all 56 years of them, thus far. Granted, the time for putting together one's memoirs is usually at a much older age, but as you read Paranormal By Design you will discover that I've had more than my fair share of interesting experiences, real and paranormal, at a much earlier age than most people. Consider it a little insight as to why I am Paranormal By Design.
The Kindest People: Heroes and Good Samaritans (Volume 3) by David Bruce The Kindest People: Heroes and Good Samaritans (Volume 3) by David Bruce Jan. 07, 2012 Free! 73793 words Read a sample
This book contains 250 stories about heroes and Good Samaritans.
Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 2 by Emari Valdicar Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 2 by Emari Valdicar Nov. 17, 2011 Free! 1036 words Read a sample
Bare Boy is back! Now he is going camping and what could possibly happen out in the woods???
FATHER OF THE AMERICAN PARATROOPER by Gusdavis Aughtry FATHER OF THE AMERICAN PARATROOPER by Gusdavis Aughtry June 06, 2009 Free! 849 words Sample 100%
General William C. Lee is the father of the American paratrooper. He is without equal in the annals of WW II history. Almost totally unknown to the general public, it surely is appropriate on the 65th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of France to give him some due. General Lee was felled by a massive heart attack and was not able to lead his beloved 101st Airborne into battle.
天仙玉女碧霞元君傳-天仙玉女碧霞元君传_簡体中文 by TaiwanGoodbook-善書 Godbook-鸞書 天仙玉女碧霞元君傳-天仙玉女碧霞元君传_簡体中文 by TaiwanGoodbook-善書 Godbook-鸞書 Jan. 22, 2011 Free! 438 words Read a sample
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The Further Adventures of SapioSlut by SapioSlut The Further Adventures of SapioSlut by SapioSlut Aug. 28, 2011 Free! 25011 words Read a sample
"She is a gifted writer and reflects on her adventures in a very conversational, friendly 'Dear Diary' style. I felt as if I'd been given secret access to her deepest inner monologues." Based on a top-three sex blog (2010), this is the true and inspiring story of an ordinary woman who achieved an extraordinary sex life, and includes lots and lots of kinky sex, S&M, bondage, exhibitionism...
Cruizin' for a Living - Mini Book 2 by Marie-Berdine Steyn Cruizin' for a Living - Mini Book 2 by Marie-Berdine Steyn Dec. 21, 2011 Free! 14817 words Read a sample
The second mini book in a series of 5 from the Cruizi'n for a living series, detailing some further information about the working and living conditions of Cruise Ship staff onboard luxury cruise ship working as Spa Therapist(s). This mini book features some scenes and stories from you First Day onboard, the first week and first month.
Ziggy Zenn And The Rescue Of Roy Rogers by Robert Chapin Ziggy Zenn And The Rescue Of Roy Rogers by Robert Chapin Sep. 14, 2011 Free! 3638 words Read a sample
In 1954, my dad was an out of work alcoholic seldom home. Mother worked two jobs but wanted her three kids to have the benefit of the newest invention - the TV. In town was a Jewish couple who 13 years earlier were liberated from Auschwitz. They owned a convenience store and as with the gift of the Magi provided this Catholic family with a Christmas we would otherwise not have benefit of.
Simple Green: Confessions of a Former Earthchild by Deborah J. Lightfoot Simple Green: Confessions of a Former Earthchild by Deborah J. Lightfoot Oct. 01, 2011 Free! 3512 words Read a sample
"Simple Green," by a semi-lapsed environmentalist, is a rumination on keepsakes and mementos and how best to Reduce, Reuse, & Recycle them after somebody dies and leaves all their stuff behind -- a life's residue, inevitably destined for the landfill, unless a sentimental collector intervenes. A personal essay/memoir by Deborah J. Lightfoot, author of the "Waterspell" fantasy trilogy.
An Ordinary Man In An Ordinary World by Martin McGregor An Ordinary Man In An Ordinary World by Martin McGregor Oct. 23, 2010 Free! 29243 words Read a sample
I have seen more in 41 years of life than some people would see in many lifetimes. I have lived and loved hurt and suffered. My father was an alcoholic, but I never stopped loving him. This is the story of a messed up childhood, and Micheal Jackson thought he had it bad? No chance. I witnessed, death, rape torture, fighting, hatred and suffered at the hands of bullies. This is my true story
The Pitz of Queen's Park by RJ Bernard The Pitz of Queen's Park by RJ Bernard Jan. 01, 2011 Free! 2760 words Sample 20%
The second story in the series following 'The Long and Winding Road' also published on Smashwords. It continues with the experiences of four young men at loose in the big city for the first time. It contains very mild adult content.
Betty's Black & Blue Bottom by Louis Kahn Nin Betty's Black & Blue Bottom by Louis Kahn Nin Jan. 29, 2012 Free! 2498 words Read a sample
A man goes to a Los Angeles dungeon and finds that spanking a slave-for-hire can be rather transgressive for the sinful soul.
Living My Nightmare, The Work Of Filmmaker Coven Delacruz. by Calvin A. L. Miller II Living My Nightmare, The Work Of Filmmaker Coven Delacruz. by Calvin A. L. Miller II Dec. 01, 2010 You set the price! 2745 words
Coven Delacruz is the next big thing in horror and film. You can be sure of it. He does it all; writer, director, actor, producer, editor, photographer and eFX master. This book is about Coven the filmmaker, the artist, the fan, the friend, and the movie lover. It covers his early years, projects, awards, life, friends, and some of the secrets behind his filmmaking and amazing eFX.
The Fiery Re-Entry of Boris Volynov by Ray Katz The Fiery Re-Entry of Boris Volynov by Ray Katz March 13, 2010 Free! 1326 words Read a sample
The amazing yet rarely told true story of a Russian cosmonaut and his trouble-plagued mission.
True Life - The Soldier who Served Under Three Flags by Brian Comerford True Life - The Soldier who Served Under Three Flags by Brian Comerford Dec. 03, 2011 Free! 1228 words Read a sample
Clem Ryan, from Ireland, served in the Armed Forces of Ireland, Britain and the United States.He visited Hiroshima six months after the Atom Bomb. He provides a chilling first person account of that visit. He volunteered for service in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star for Meritorious Service. This is his story.
天仙玉女碧霞元君傳 by TaiwanGoodbook-善書 Godbook-鸞書 天仙玉女碧霞元君傳 by TaiwanGoodbook-善書 Godbook-鸞書 Jan. 22, 2011 Free! 392 words Read a sample
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whatever.odt by JD O'Meara whatever.odt by JD O'Meara Jan. 23, 2012 Free! 39132 words Read a sample
JD's whatever.odt is an academic memoir that brings together opposite sources -- print and web, humorous and painful, scientific and literary -- to place her personal experiences as a genderqueer individual in a larger cultural context. Offering the text for free continues her motif of opposites: "such a book would have been invaluable to me when I was growing up lost, confused, and bullied."
Gorgeous Synchronicity: A book about the interconnectedness of human lives by Joe Guse Gorgeous Synchronicity: A book about the interconnectedness of human lives by Joe Guse May 19, 2010 You set the price! 20486 words Sample 50%
A personal journey to understand the interconnectedness of human beings from a former comedian, psychotherapist, and writer.
MOD REVIVAL 1979 - Second Generation Mod's 'n' Rockers by Anthony Gregory MOD REVIVAL 1979 - Second Generation Mod's 'n' Rockers by Anthony Gregory Oct. 24, 2010 Free! 1272 words Read a sample
British youth culture has seen many different styles. Teddy Boys outraged post-war Britain with their fashions and attitudes. A decade later Mods and Rockers shook British Seaside resorts with their now-legendary battles. But within a few years interest waned and it was all but over, as some Mods left the scene; others turned Hippy and the harder lads turned Skinhead.
Bubble Gum in Disguise by Georgiann Baldino Bubble Gum in Disguise by Georgiann Baldino Nov. 24, 2010 Free! 1283 words Read a sample
When does a child's earliest memory become a life lesson? For author Georgiann Baldino, it's when a troublemaker offers her a bite of very suspicious looking bubble gum.
A Grandfather's Legacy by Joe C Combs 2nd A Grandfather's Legacy by Joe C Combs 2nd May 08, 2011 Free! 1217 words Read a sample
A story about a families sacrifice during the civil war and the funny conclusion that makes their abolitionists sacrifices moot.
I Am A Southerner by Joe C Combs 2nd I Am A Southerner by Joe C Combs 2nd Oct. 11, 2011 Free! 2878 words Read a sample
A short memior about what it means to be a Southerner from a Floridian's perspective.
The River by Mariellen Ward The River by Mariellen Ward Oct. 19, 2011 Free! 1775 words Read a sample
On January 12, 1998, writer Mariellen Ward found her mother's body. She had died in the night of heart failure. The River is a free e-story about how the lilting waters of India's most sacred river helped her heal from the irreconcilable loss.
Grenada by Joe C Combs 2nd Grenada by Joe C Combs 2nd May 11, 2011 Free! 1526 words Read a sample
An account of the Grenada Invasion (Operation Urgent Fury)
Haley, A Novel by John A Johnson Haley, A Novel by John A Johnson Aug. 26, 2011 Free! 74312 words Sample 20%
This is the story of two ambitious baby boomers who met and became parents of a little girl. The mother had a psychotic hatred of men, especially successful professionals like a psychiatrist. The mother succeeded in trapping the father in a crime and he was imprisoned and never saw his daughter again.
Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 3 by Emari Valdicar Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 3 by Emari Valdicar Jan. 08, 2012 Free! 1276 words Read a sample
Bare Boy is at it again. After a few years discovering the thrills of masturbation, he encounters a high school classmate that will introduce him to other pleasures of the flesh...
韓仙子寶傳_韩仙子宝传----簡体中文版 by TaiwanGoodbook-善書 Godbook-鸞書 韓仙子寶傳_韩仙子宝传----簡体中文版 by TaiwanGoodbook-善書 Godbook-鸞書 Jan. 22, 2011 Free! 4805 words Read a sample
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The True Game of the Century by Patrick Triplett The True Game of the Century by Patrick Triplett Dec. 24, 2011 Free! 946 words Read a sample
The term "Game of the Century" has been overused by fans and the media to the point where it has lost its meaning. There was one game, however, that stands out above the rest and is deserving of the label "The True Game of the Century."
Hand-Dyes For Sale: How I Turned My Hobby Into A Business by Melissa J. Will Hand-Dyes For Sale: How I Turned My Hobby Into A Business by Melissa J. Will Dec. 02, 2011 Free! 11916 words Read a sample
Have you ever wanted to turn a favorite craft or art-based hobby into a business? Melissa reveals both frustrating and funny experiences with her hand-dyed fabric business. What started as a simple, online shop soon filled her days (and nights) with new challenges, opportunities, and unexpected visitors.
Snake Slayer by Rachelle Reese Snake Slayer by Rachelle Reese March 20, 2009 You set the price! 3776 words Sample 25%
A memoir of Trinket, a beautiful dachshund with a passion for hunting snakes. In memory of Trinket, my pretty little girl.