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	A Valentine Challenge (Challenge series, #1)	by Kiru Taye Jan. 29, 2012	$1.99	25063 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: Kiru Taye is an award-winning and best-selling author of historical, contemporary and paranormal romance. Her stories are steamy and sensual, her characters are passionate and sassy and her settings, atmospheric and exotic. Born in Nigeria, she currently lives in the UK with her husband and two children. Her books include His Treasure (Men of Valor, book 1) published by Breathless Press, available now via Amazon and other online bookshops.
	Clara (a short story)	by Nelson Lowhim Jan. 23, 2012	$0.99	3435 words	Sample 30%
	Author bio: Nelson Lowhim was born in Tanzania where he lived for the first decade of his life. He then moved to India for a year before settling in the U.S. in the state of Michigan. He spent some of his formative years hitchhiking and hiking around the great state of Alaska. From there he joined the Army and served for seven years as an Infantryman in 1st AD then as an Engineer in Fifth Group. After his time in the Military—which included many travels through Europe and the MIddle East—he came to New York and earned an undergraduate degree from Columbia University. He currently lives with his girlfriend in the Bronx. You can visit his blog at: http://nelsonlowhim.blogspot.com/
	Tales from Different Tails	by Nana Awere Damoah Jan. 14, 2012	$2.99	29096 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Nana Awere Damoah was born in Accra, Ghana. He holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nottingham, UK, a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana. Nana spent all his secondary or high school years at Ghana National College, Cape Coast, Ghana and speaks fondly of growing up in the suburb of Kotobabi, in the Ghanaian capital, where he started his education at the local Providence Preparatory School. A British Council Chevening alumnus, Nana works with Unilever West Africa. He is an associate of Joyful Way Incorporated, a Christian Music Ministry in Ghana, where he was the group’s National President from 2002 to 2004. Nana now serves on the Joyful Way’s Board. Nana started writing seriously in 1993 when he was in the sixth form and has had a number of his short stories published in the Mirror and the Spectator. In 1997, he won the first prize in the Step Magazine National Story Writing Competition. His writing has appeared in StoryTime ezine, Legon Business Journal, Sentinel Nigeria Magazine and the anthology African Roar (StoryTime Publishing, 2010). He is the author of two non-fiction books: Through the Gates of Thought (2010) and Excursions in my Mind (2008). He keeps a personal blog at www.nanadamoah.com, is the creator and editor of StoryLoom and Ghanamanisms (www.storyloom.wordpress.com and www.ghanamanisms.wordpress.com dedicated to Ghanaian fiction and non-fiction respectively) and is a columnist of Business and Financial Times newspaper. He is married to Vivian. The couple and their children, Nana Kwame Bassanyin, Nana Yaw Appiah, and Maame Esi Akoah, are based in Tema, Ghana.
	A REASON TO LIVE	by charles langat Dec. 21, 2011	$0.99	11147 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: My full names are Charles Cheruiyot Langat. I believe I have a calling to help the young and old alike develop positive traits and to develop their self esteem ensuring they become productive members of the society. The messages in my books are meant to build up individuals and enable them be all they can be in their lives. People need to spend their time thinking on positive things and not negative things and this includes avoiding negative people as much as possible.
	Black Pearl	by Oprah Bradford Dec. 19, 2011	$3.99	49967 words	Sample 20%
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	Sold into Slavery: The Story of Adaku, A Black Slave Woman Part I	by Mary Devey Nov. 27, 2011	$0.99	38594 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Mary Devey writes historical fiction and everything Wicca. Her first book "Sold into Slavery: The Story of Adaku" seeks to address one young black woman's plight as she is wrongfully thrust into the world of black slavery against her will. Highlighted in three parts, the first part addresses Adaku's life as a kidnapped woman sealed away from the rest of the African world in a place called a baracoon where she meets other kidnapped tribal women like her. Mary is currently working on Part II to highlight The Middle Passage. Mary has also recently completed Part I of her Wicca Trilogy which promises the most unusual. The book, "Rebirth: The Gathering of the Witches", is now available in Amazon.com.
	Sweet Innocence	by Krystol Nov. 26, 2011	$5.99	44752 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Hello all! My name is Krystol. I have always enjoyed writing as a child. English was my favorite subject. I wrote my first published novel in 2010, where I got my first start to being an author! I also have a degree in Behavorial Science and im currently in school getting my masters in Elementary Couseling.
	Mirrors	by Jenice Latrice Nov. 16, 2011	$4.99	43011 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Maya and Trina are best friends and the only family each has in a tough city. When Trina introduces Maya to an exciting chat line where Maya meets the undeniably sexy chocolate thunder gives Maya mind- blowing sex and turns her on to a whole new world. But that life quickly spirals out of control as maya finds herself wrapped in a reality of sex, drugs and money. When Maya begins to face the truth of her new life in the mirror, she finally knows she must escape. But will she be able?
	Aaren	by Sienna Mynx Nov. 13, 2011	$6.99	94091 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: You’ve entered the sensuous realm of Sienna Mynx. An Interracial, multi-cultural chamber of stories featuring women of color in the steamy, passionate, oftentimes complicated love dalliances with the ultimate bad boys. Here I present a tantalizing mix of historical, contemporary, and paranormal romance for the reader that enjoys a pinch of spice, with a extra helping of drama seasoned with a dash of mystery to round out eroticism and romance.
	Koffi Pt. 1	by Mahogani P Nov. 11, 2011	$1.99	9423 words	Sample 2%
	Author bio: "I laugh, I joke, I cry, I fall, I get angry, I get frustrated....I do all these things just like YOU! Yet, I found through music, writing and voice...I live to see another day Drama tries to find me..my pen releases me." "Mahogani, I call myself from the movie that showcased my favorite Diva, Miss Diana Ross. Why? She was bold! Creative! Inspiring! She did it all in that movie and I feel her drive!" "I love to motivate people to push themselves. I love to write to inspire others to think, not just read the words. I speak to not only motivate thy self, but to pass blessings on to someone else. I am a mother of two wonderful children who are my reason for all that I do. So relax, light a candle, get some Moscata, read a book, listen to one of my radio shows or find out how you can help another. Either way...I'm here to inspire, motivate, and network with you above and beyond 2011!!" "Life has been a blessing, and it has also been very, VERY interesting to say the least. With that being said, I will leave you with this...Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."
	Shh... Beware of the Snitch Killer	by Daddy Rich Gangsta-lit Nov. 09, 2011	$4.99	59278 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: Richarh L. Tyson “AKA” Daddy Rich is an underground Gangsta Rapper from Marion, Indiana. In 1999 he was arrested for 6 counts of dealing cocaine. After posting a $100,000 bond he was released. After his release he recorded "Out on Bail" which became a local hood classic. Daddy Rich turned himself in August 22nd, 2000 to begin serving a 6 year sentence in the Indiana Department of Correction. His album sold while he was incarcerated. In late 2002, due to time cuts and "good behavior" he was released. In order to help fund his dreams of becoming a rap star Daddy Rich became a licensed Realtor and continued to sell cocaine. In late 2003, Daddy Rich caught felony criminal confinement, battery, and intimidation charges for holding the local task force's confidential informant captive. He was caught in the act and arrested. After posting another $100,000 bond in April of 2004, Daddy Rich went straight to work recording new materials and negotiated a distribution deal with P.G.E out of West Palm Beach Florida to handle the distribution of his music in the U.S., Canada, and Japan. In early 2005 Daddy Rich released Daddy Rich vols. l and 2 statewide while awaiting the release of his untitled nationwide debut in October of 2005. Sadly Daddy Rich never saw the nationwide release of his album because on August 18th 2005 he was set up by the drug task force. He was arrested and held without bail. An unfortunate turn of events led to Daddy Rich being compelled to represent himself at trial. Daddy Rich was convicted of possession of cocaine with intent to deliver and was sentenced to 30 years in the Indiana Department of Corrections. Daddy Rich currently resides in the Correctional Industrial Facility in Pendleton, Indiana. Unable to perform lyrically, Daddy Rich has turned to writing his own brand of Urban Fiction called “Gangsta-lit” in 2008. “This is Urban Fiction in it’s rawest form.” Daddy Rich is determined to make an impact on the Urban Fiction world with his debut release, Mack’s Revenge. Daddy Rich is also the President and CEO of Urban Image Magazine which was created in 2010 for people of all walks of Urban life. He is a proud husband and a father of 8.
	Diamonds In the Dust	by Shirley Mowat Tucker Nov. 04, 2011	$4.99	66191 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Shirley Mowat Tucker is a South African author whose award winning story "Diamonds in the Dust" was recently published.
	Rent My Oh's	by Dawn Jennings Nov. 01, 2011	$0.99	10633 words	Sample 30%
	Author bio: I was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio. Writing became my passion at a very early age. Poetry came easy and later I began to write songs and short stories. My family was a huge infuluence because of their many talents in writing, singing, art,and performing. I"ve always been surrounded by creativity. My writing skills improved in college and I decided to reclaim my passion. "Rent My Oh's" is my first publication and it's a humorous drama. Outside of writing, I have a degree in Accounting and I like to buy and sell items online. Currently, I reside in Marietta, Georga where I am working on my second release.
	The Sacrifice	by Catherine Lindie Conradie Oct. 29, 2011	$0.99	16856 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: I am a 33-year-old debut writer from Pretoria, South Africa. I have started writing at the age of 12 years old just to keep myself busy and have been writing since. I am full-time employed in the South African Police Service as a senior administration clerk and works as a reservist Constable in my free time. I love horse riding and working with horses. I am married to David Conradie who is also serving in the South African Police Service. I prefer to write Christian fiction but I also enjoy writing poems every now and then. I love reading, watching movies and spending time in nature, especially at the beach during holiday times. I am the youngest of three children.
	Refined By His Fire	by Catherine Lindie Conradie Oct. 29, 2011	$0.99	85561 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: I am a 33-year-old debut writer from Pretoria, South Africa. I have started writing at the age of 12 years old just to keep myself busy and have been writing since. I am full-time employed in the South African Police Service as a senior administration clerk and works as a reservist Constable in my free time. I love horse riding and working with horses. I am married to David Conradie who is also serving in the South African Police Service. I prefer to write Christian fiction but I also enjoy writing poems every now and then. I love reading, watching movies and spending time in nature, especially at the beach during holiday times. I am the youngest of three children.
	KRUGER'S GOLD: A novel Of The Anglo-Boer War	by Sidney Allinson Oct. 28, 2011	$7.99	90062 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Sidney Allinson is a professional writer who lives in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He is author of numerous books and magazine articles, a score of documentary movie scripts, plus more television commercials and advertising copy than he cares to remember. His books include -- THE BANTAMS: The untold story of World War One; KRUGER'S GOLD: A novel of the Anglo-Boer War; JEREMY KANE: A Canadian historical adventure novel of the 1837 Mackenzie Rebellion and its brutal aftermath in the Australian penal colonies; TORONTO HOMICIDE: A police procedural thriller; THE ARMENIAN MASSACRES: 1,500,000 Christian victims of the 20th Century's forotten holocaust; LOST AFRIKA: Conquest of Germany's West African Colonies; BLOODY AFFRAY: A novel of the 1942 Dieppe Raid; THE BLONDE WITH TWO BIG ONES: A noir detective novel of 1941 Los Angeles; EASTER RISING 1916: The Dublin rebellion that sparked Ireland`s independance; SPIES FOR THE SOUTH: Confederate espionage agents in the American Civil War; SPIES IN SATIN: Authentic feats of brave female espionage agents in wartime; DEATH FROM ABOVE: German air-raids on Britain 1914-1918; HOW TO CREATE INDUSTRIAL ADVERTISING THAT TELLS AND SELLS; and, HOW TO MAKE MONEY FAST AS A GHOSTWRITER. He is also a frequent public speaker and seminar leader -- on writing skills, marketing, and military history. Born in England, he served overseas with the Royal Air Force, then emigrated to Canada and the United States. A past-Director of the Royal Canadian Military Institute, Sidney Allinson lives in Victoria, BC, Canada, where he is Chairman of the Pacific Coast Branch, Western Front Association, and President of the Winston Churchill Society of Vancouver Island.
	Die Later	by Rahiem Brooks Oct. 28, 2011	$4.99	50695 words	Sample 40%
	Author bio: Rahiem Jerome Brooks is the breakout novelist with an overwhelming reservoir of criminal tales that motivate American denizen to be overprotective with their personal data, i.e. social security number, pin number, and account number. His debut street thriller, LAUGH NOW won 2010 African-Americans on the Move Book Club's Book of the Year. Since 1995, Rahiem Brooks has done hundreds of interviews with con men and swindlers in county, state and federal prisons; after all, he was locked down in them, too. He spawned tougher white collar crimes law and the Truncated Act. Hollywood blockbusters like Oceans Eleven and Italian Job that do not affect ordinary citizens are nothing more than entertainment. Through fictional accounts of his former crimes, Rahiem conveys the types of white-collar crimes that obstruct the livelihood of identity theft victims, by chronicling how con men acquire someones identity profile from an avaricious car salesman or medical records specialist for a small fee, and commences to rob the national economy to the tune of 14-billion dollars a year. Rahiems novels prompt retailers to thoroughly scrutinize every transaction, and not to allow a teenager to use the credit card in the name, Dr. John Warwick. Sounds absurd, and it is; however, successful swindlers like Rahiem has used credit cards with the last name Romanovski, Wu, and Philippidis. A glimpse at Rahiems press photo evidence, he is not a Wu. Some of Rahiem's other soon-to-be published books include: CON TEST (Prodigy Publishing Group) set to release 4-11-11, MR. 357 (Prodigy Publishing Group), and DIE LATER (Prodigy Publishing Group) set to release 9-10-11, the highly anticipated sequel to the published novel, LAUGH NOW (Prodigy Publishing Group), available at amazon.com. Rahiem Brooks plans to continue his Film/TV certificate program at University of California, Los Angeles, and currently lives in Philadelphia building his Prodigy Publishing Group brand.
	The Stolen Years	by I. Izegbuwa Oct. 26, 2011	$1.99	31504 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: I.Izegbuwa is a christian fiction author. She has a passion for writing novels that touch on various life issues faced primarily by women while offering a way out from a biblical perspective. It is her hope that the messages in her books will always inspire those who read them.
	KING	by Tremayne GS Johnson Oct. 22, 2011	$0.99	50285 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Tremayne 'GS' Johnson was born in New Rochelle, N.Y. In 2010, Johnson founded Black Media Enterprise, a New York -based media organization that handles music, film, and now publishing. To say the least, Johnson is a creator of profound arts, a role model to the next generation, and a stand-up guy. Alongside writing urban fiction, music and video/film production are some of the many talents he possesses. Johnson is currently working on his next novel.
	A Drug Dealer's Dream	by Tremayne GS Johnson Oct. 22, 2011	$0.99	28428 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Tremayne 'GS' Johnson was born in New Rochelle, N.Y. In 2010, Johnson founded Black Media Enterprise, a New York -based media organization that handles music, film, and now publishing. To say the least, Johnson is a creator of profound arts, a role model to the next generation, and a stand-up guy. Alongside writing urban fiction, music and video/film production are some of the many talents he possesses. Johnson is currently working on his next novel.
	Foolish	by Sandra Peoples Oct. 20, 2011	$0.99	57228 words	Sample 15%
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	The Mind and Soul of Tiffani Real	by pauline evans Oct. 12, 2011	$3.99	40758 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Biography Pauline R. Evans Author/Publisher/CEO, Pink Peach Publishing “Energy is the essence of life. Every day you decide how you're going to use it by knowing what you want and what it takes to reach that goal, and by maintaining focus.” – Oprah Winfrey Maintaining focus is what led author Pauline R. Evans to create and complete her debut novel, Winter’s Kisses. “I have always wanted to write, be it short poems, short stories, whatever came to my imagination. I knew one day I would have a book and now it has happened.” “In June 2009, I was standing at my bedroom window, looking out at the flowers and thinking, ‘Lord, will I ever get a job again?’ And then the answer was given to me. My job was there waiting on me; it had been all the time. I only had to claim it. My job was writing, thus the concept which became Winter’s Kisses.” A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Pauline holds an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Technology from Fayetteville Technical Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies from Campbell University. Additionally, she earned a certificate in Nursing Assistant from Daytona Beach College in 1995. Self-described as a learner, an achiever, confident and disciplined relater who is passionate for excellence. Pauline now resides in the Atlanta, GA, metro with her husband and two daughters.
	Chases of the Heart	by pauline evans Oct. 12, 2011	$3.99	60696 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Biography Pauline R. Evans Author/Publisher/CEO, Pink Peach Publishing “Energy is the essence of life. Every day you decide how you're going to use it by knowing what you want and what it takes to reach that goal, and by maintaining focus.” – Oprah Winfrey Maintaining focus is what led author Pauline R. Evans to create and complete her debut novel, Winter’s Kisses. “I have always wanted to write, be it short poems, short stories, whatever came to my imagination. I knew one day I would have a book and now it has happened.” “In June 2009, I was standing at my bedroom window, looking out at the flowers and thinking, ‘Lord, will I ever get a job again?’ And then the answer was given to me. My job was there waiting on me; it had been all the time. I only had to claim it. My job was writing, thus the concept which became Winter’s Kisses.” A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Pauline holds an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Technology from Fayetteville Technical Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies from Campbell University. Additionally, she earned a certificate in Nursing Assistant from Daytona Beach College in 1995. Self-described as a learner, an achiever, confident and disciplined relater who is passionate for excellence. Pauline now resides in the Atlanta, GA, metro with her husband and two daughters.
	Delta Moon	by jeffery kempson Oct. 08, 2011	$2.99	79926 words	Sample 5%
	Author bio: An ex bush pilot, and sometime night club comedian, turned author. Single, and living in Johannesburg South Africa. Hobbies; aviation, amateur movie making, visits to wild game reserves, and enjoying good music.
	With His Song	by MamaChellie EMichelle Clark Oct. 05, 2011	$3.99	13755 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: About the Author MamaChellie Emichelle Clark was born in White Plains, New York. She has resided in Bronx, New York, Lake City, South Carolina, and presently lives in Philadelphia, PA. She is a fifty two year old mother of five children (two adult daughters, two adult sons, and one teenage son). She has worked as a Scrub Nurse and a Paralegal for thirty-four years. She spends her quality time, homeschooling her teenage son, writing romance and motivating books, and singing at various family related functions. She is currently in the process of obtaining her bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Science. She aspires to visit Maui in the year 2012, and later return to her hometown New York. Her youngest son, Michael inspired her to finally live out her dream of writing. Her upcoming book is titled, “Loving You is Easy,” and is based on true love and happiness. MamaChellie ends all of her work with the signature, Enjoy! IDENTITY: A manual regarding self-love and wellness. Introduction It is required to obtain a state license for practically everything today. People need license to teach, preach, drive, and to purchase alcoholic beverages. Parenting does not require legal accreditation. In my opinion, if childrearing required legal authorization, parenting skills would improve and children would have a more productive life. In actuality, required authorization for parenting would violate privacy rights. Therefore, I feel that parents are obligated to their children to reach their true identity in life. Reaching ones true-identity validates self-love and self-love promotes the ability to love another. This manual will cover information pertaining to wellness, healthcare, and child development skills. I dedicate this book to my youngest son, Michael. Enjoy!
	Sarah's Story	by Ann Oosthuizen Oct. 05, 2011	$1.99	94494 words	Sample 20%
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	Before Theogany	by Peter Bailey Sep. 26, 2011	$7.99	179525 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Much travelled Royal Navy Aircraft Engineer officer. After studying law to become a Barrister, entered politics and became Chairman of the Weston-super-Mare Social Democratic Party until they combined with the Liberals to become what they are today. Now lives in North Somerset and pursues a life-long ambition to write novels and continue travelling.
	Ignotus	by Allan Dowell Sep. 13, 2011	$3.99	69915 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: I have enjoyed writing stories for many years and only recently considered publishing. Smashwords is a great platform. I humbly thank you for taking the time to read my e-books. Available on smashwords.com. Adult only - removal of prude filter required for access. Ignotus by Allan Dowell The Peacemaker by Allan Dowell Sincerely, Allan
	The Student Bride	by Rozier K Mutinda Aug. 29, 2011	$0.99	3443 words	Sample 50%
	Author bio: I am a wannabe techie, slow knitter, obnoxious foodie, and aspiring writer. I also have an extremely patient spouse, some kids and a crazy dog.
	San Francisco Tides	by Ray Williams Aug. 28, 2011	$1.50	43694 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: I'm a begining writer. I write as a hobby in my spare time, and hope one day to graduate to a full time writer. It is my hope, my writing will move and inspire the reader. I welcome all critiques, good or bad. Any suggestions which will help me become a better writer will be appreciated. Enjoy
	It Can Happen To You - Vol 1	by Phette Ogburn Aug. 27, 2011	$0.99	11568 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Born in Wayne, Michigan, Phette Ogburn moved to Newark New Jersey when she was five years old, left there when she was ten and moved back to Michigan. She has three brothers but is her mother’s only child. She’s married with two daughters and has a cat who comes up from the basement only when she and her husband are home alone. She has been writing in her journals since she was fifteen years old and has all of them dating from 1995. As far back as she can remember, words have always fascinated her. When she’s not reading the dictionary for fun, she’s either spending time with family, writing, reading books, watching television or a movie. Some of her favorite movies are: Love & Basketball, The Five Heartbeats, Grease, Rent, Baby Boy, Save the Last Dance, Love Jones and A Low Down Dirty Shame. Reality TV is her guilty pleasure, and drama shows are where she draws her biggest inspiration for writing. Her first novella, In Me I Trust, is set for release early 2012 and a collection of short stories as soon as August 2011.
	On The House	by Arthur Mackeown Aug. 26, 2011	$0.99	3384 words	Sample 50%
	Author bio: My name is Arthur Mackeown, 65 years old, and a British ex-pat living in the hot and dusty Middle East. I first started writing three years ago, and have been published in several e-zines, and a couple of print magazines. My main hobby is travel,and I have spent time in India, Nepal, Turkey, Israel, Egypt and Morocco.My experiences in these places sometimes appear in my stories. I have worked at a variety of jobs, even as a sculptor selling work in local markets. I've also sold the occasional painting, but my dream is to become a full-time writer.
	In The Pink	by Serena Fairfax Aug. 24, 2011	$2.00	41474 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: I grew up in India, qualified as a Lawyer in England and joined a large London law firm. My first romantic novel STRANGE INHERITANCE (published by Robert Hale Ltd in 1990) went into UK and USA large print editions in 2004 (published by BBC Audio Books Ltd and Thorndike Press) and is a Kindle eBook 2011. The next romantic novel was PAINT ME A DREAM (published by Robert Hale Ltd in 1991) which went into UK and USA large print editions in 2004 (published by BBC Audio Books Ltd and Thorndike Press) and is also a Kindle eBook 2011. Fast forward to a sabbatical from the day job when I embarked on WHERE THE BULBUL SINGS a time-zone saga set in India span-ning the last days of the Raj to the present day. This saw the light of day in 2011 as a Kindle eBook, Smashwords eBook and a printed edition. IN THE PINK (Kindle ebook 2011) is a departure in style and content. GOLDEN GROVE, another romantic novel, is a Kindle eBook 2011. I'm in the midst of writing a romance with a horse riding theme and a new time-zone saga with an exotic backdrop. I am a member of the Romantic Novelists Association. It’s a wonderfully supportive organisation. I live in rural Kent (Charles Dickens said: Kent, sir. Everybody knows Kent. Apples, cherries, hops and women) with my golden retriever, Inspector Morse.
	Where Would I Be	by Laura Johnson Aug. 23, 2011	$4.99	119393 words	Sample 20%
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	The Man Who Kept His Head	by Robert Preston-Whyte Aug. 22, 2011	$4.99	104663 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: For many years, I was head of the Department of Geographical and Environmental Sciences and a faculty dean at the University of Natal in Durban, South Africa. Now retired as Professor Emeritus, I have slipped into another life in the pastoral setting of our small farm in the often mist-shrouded midlands of KwaZulu-Natal. In many ways, this life parallels my previous existence as an academic. In those seemingly far-off day as a natural scientist, my teaching and research interests turned initially on atmospheric science and then on the broader issues relating to environmental management. 'The Weather and Climate of Southern Africa' (Oxford University Press) is a co-authored book that dates from this earlier period in my life. I also have numerous chapters in books and scientific journal papers that map my research interests at the time. I no longer view environmental and social issues from the detached viewpoint of the academic. Now I live them. Our horses need food, water, exercise and care. Our fields must be managed. Water is a scarce resource. Bushbuck, reedbuck and duiker are frequent visitors that cannot resist my roses. Monkeys raid the vegetable garden whenever our backs are turned. Caraculs (lynx family) are frequent visitors, and we think it was a passing leopard that spooked our horses so badly that they flattened a sturdy pole fence in their desperation to escape. Meanwhile the local council raids my bank account for politically-determined land taxes, exorbitant electricity charges underline the complex nature of energy issues, my landline telephone no longer works because of ongoing cable theft for the copper content, and the political debate grapples, often hopelessly it seems, with issues common to most developing countries. The sum total of this privileged existence is something I would not change for anything. My writing no longer targets academic journals. Part of a metamorphosed life is doing different things. Fiction writing falls into this category.'Return of the Leopard' and 'The Man Who Kept His Head' are set in the environment in which I live. The genre is mystery/thriller/romance. Hopefully they reflect the ambience and flavour of the area. 'Sunstone:The Boy and the Dragon Princess,' is written for young adults. It is fast-moving and exciting with a subtext that juxtaposes issues of conflict, intolerance, corruption and power-lust with generosity, courage, reconciliation and enlightenment. A sequel will appear soon. Naturally, I recommend them all.
	Tug of Love	by Giselle Lumas Aug. 19, 2011	$0.99	61848 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Enjoys writing light-hearted stories as a means of escape from the mundane monotony of daily life.
	Greenwood and Archer	by Jacqueline McGee Aug. 17, 2011	$9.99	77867 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: Born and raised in Sacramento, Jacqueline has had the opportunity to travel over seas and across the United States. She has enthusiastically witnessed other cultures and lifestyles. Her travels and experiences have helped her craft stories set in a variety of beautiful romantic locations. Jacqueline is an educator that has a passion for teaching people about black history and enjoys doing so via interweaving fictional characters inside of researched based historical events. She is the proud mother of three and grandmother of three. She credits her creativity to God and the love of her parents who encouraged her to be the best Jacqueline she could be.
	Two Minutes	by Damian Lee Aug. 13, 2011	$2.00	70195 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Hello I go by the name D. Joel Lee from Washington DC. I am currently incarcerated due to be released in late 2012. I am a writer, reader, businessman, motivational speaker and visionary. I am currently promoting my urban novel which is the republished edition called 2 Minutes. Please check it out. You can also go to damienlee13@yahoo.com to check out my Facebook page or Morpheuspublishing@yahoo.com to order a copy of Two Minutes. Your Support is well appreciated Thank You
	Two Wrongs Don't Make a Right	by Alan Cramer Aug. 06, 2011	$0.99	22863 words	Sample 20%
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	DRAW	by J-REAL Aug. 04, 2011	$1.99	72612 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: I was born in Yonkers, New York I was brought up in the booming crack era of the 80’s. I grew up around them Wool rich Snorkels, 40-Below Timberlands, Champion Hoodies and 8-Ball Leathers; when Sheepskins graduated to Shearling. Back when drug lords claimed entire sections with armored buildings, workers, lookouts, runners and baggers. Yonkers, where Hustlers built organizations off of the addicted backs of those who chose the wrong side of the fence; dope and crack, cocaine and weed; where a runner up ain't good enough and only the most thorough lived to reign. Yonkers, where the dice game was a circle of sixty, whether Cee-Lo or Craps bank was money money on the ground makes the world go 'round." I grew up around them Candy Girl dime pieces, Door Knocker earrings and Biker Shorts, “54-11 size 7 in girls baby face look like she was 11 with curls” Na mean DMX shit. I was a youngster who saw his mother work two jobs and also hustle so that me and my siblings could have what she didn’t. Catholic school education till 7th grade Street education till I did a small stretch in prison. My intention is not to glorify the street life, No!! I had a family that loved me. But I was in love with the streets blinded. 15 years old and ready for it all, or at least I thought I was. Bloodlines have restrictions. Bloodline kicks you out! Bloodlines have rules and regulations. But street family has only one rule: Loyalty over love. You follow the hood code and the hood will provide lives to use, women to choose, product to move, and the money is beginning, middle, and end to every equation. The shadowed truths, the evils absorbed the revolution of new rulers to govern, and the nightmare of the ruthless. J-Real, 6 year reign before the reality of consequence.... Prison OFFICIALLY IN THE BOOKS. I was a boss for years. Recognized and respected in Yonkers, wanted by rivals, always in jeopardy simply by still living. But it’s all a chance taken. Though lessons in life will surely teach me new points of view, now I believe in legacy. What will I leave behind? And to who? I want the world to read my words; I want my children to see an accomplishment made. I want to drop jewels for anyone who contemplates attempting to live this life. I want to express the end, the bitter end, while satisfying the crave for the experience. Read my words and I promise you will live it, all of it. From the abandoned building to the outcast dust head abandon boss, and how the man starts from one and ends up the other. How he finds salvation and ruin. I came to prison, lost it all, could only slither. Forgotten and forsaken. Everybody turned their backs. Everyone except my bloodline family. I lost my hope and went back to beg their forgiveness. Then I was hit with the real jewel: Family is unconditional love. Familiar hands reached down, hooked under my shoulders, and stood me up. I didn't believe I was worthy and they asked me, who. I answered, me. They asked: Is this the old you or a new beginning" and I thought: I know who I was then, but I am a stranger to who I am now. That's when I decided to take some time for self-introspection. And through these tails I shall share my life and story
	My Favourite Mistake	by Dumisani Zungu Aug. 04, 2011	$0.99	24491 words	Sample 30%
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	Skimme van Gister	by Piet Schoombie July 30, 2011	$1.99	11246 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Die skrywer het op ’n plaas opgegroei en ’n groot deel van sy werklewe in die korporatiewe sake wêreld van Johannesburg, Suid-Afrika deurgebring. Benewens sy skryfwerk, is hy ook ’n ywerige skilder en ’n gholfspeler. Hy het ook reeds twee boeke in die gedrukte media uitgegee, naamlik ’n biografie van sy vader en ’n bundel met kortverhale en artikels. Hy kan gekontak word by piets@com2000.co.za
	Airing Out Dirty Laundry	by Latisha Patterson July 30, 2011	$4.99	159202 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: A force to be reckoned with in the urban literary world, Latisha N. Patterson comes onto the scene with years of writing under her belt. The author of Airing Out Dirty Laundry, Latisha pushes through the door of opportunity with her motto, “can’t stop, won’t stop”, and hasn’t ceased to impress with her no-nonsense writing style. Latisha’s debut fictional novel, Airing Out Dirty Laundry, eases the reader in and out of erotica by intertwining real-life situations with love-hate characters who are forced to face skeletons in their closets. Inspired by events in her own life, Latisha’s Airing Out Dirty Laundry describes the effects of long-term relationships riddled with secrets. Born, raised and living in Richmond, VA, Latisha began writing in high school, with a focus on poetry and short stories. A passion for turning her imagination into literature for the world to see, has led her to launching a career in 2007, which promises to earn her the title of “It Girl” among her novel-writing peers. She still makes time for formal education, having already earned an Associate's Degree in Business Management, and currently pursuing a bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. Latisha is the doting mom of two daughters, Mikiya age12 and Tayanna age10.
	Generational Dysfunctions Vol. I	by Anica Walston July 28, 2011	$9.99	85894 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Anica Lavonne Walston is a native of Petersburg, Virginia. She attended Virginia Episcopal School, located in Lynchburg, Virginia, from 1989-1992. She returned to Petersburg in 1992 where she completed her senior year at Petersburg High School. She completed her Associate’s degree in Psychology at Richard Bland (2004), and Bachelor’s in Psychology, at Virginia State University (2006). She is currently seeking her Masters in Counseling Studies, at Capella University (2013). Anica has been writing for over 15 years. At first her interest in writing became a hobby. Immediately her family, friends, and teachers, recognized her creative way to express her thoughts on paper. During her years at Richard Bland’s she was published in the school’s magazine, Mnemosyne. She continued to write and was later asked to write a few freelance articles for a local magazine, The Southsider. Anica has always enjoyed writing poems, short stories, and the art of Spoken word. She recently decided to expand her craft by writing her first novel. Anica lives according to her faith in God. She believes everyone has a divine purpose, which can only be obtained by being obedient and attending to God’s word. She also believes an individual must remain positive and embrace life, regardless of any circumstance. Through her personal struggles, she has found that he only way for her to succeed is to trust and believe in the work that God is doing through her. Anica is the proud single mother of two sons Dylan & Deltan. She currently lives in Petersburg where she is very close to her immediate family. Anica’s plans include writing more novels, poetry, and perfecting her craft in Spoken word. She is determined to focus on her purpose and vision, by sharing her talents with everyone.
	Blood for Bread	by april courtney July 22, 2011	$5.99	28427 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: April Courtney is a native of Waco, Texas and a graduate of Grambling State University. She has spent her young adult years in Los Angeles, California where she worked in the health insurance industry for eight years before choosing to follow her passion for writing. She currently lives in Dallas, Texas as a freelance writer and blog author of LouieBella. 'Blood for Bread' is April's debut novel.
	The Gift	by David Whish-Wilson July 18, 2011	$0.99	35042 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: David Whish-Wilson was born in Newcastle, NSW but raised in Singapore, Victoria and WA. He left Australia in 1984 to live in Europe, Africa and Asia, where he worked as a barman, actor, streetseller, labourer, factory worker, gardener, clerk, travel agent and teacher. During this time he began to publish short stories in Australia (anthologised in Pascoe Publishing's Best Fifty Stories Collection) and had a longer piece short-listed for the Vogel/Australian Literary Award. His first novel 'The Summons' was published in 2006 (Vintage - Random House) and his second novel 'Line of Sight' was published by Penguin Australia in September 2010. He currently lives in Fremantle, Western Australia, where he teaches creative writing at Curtin University.
	Angry People Smiling	by Peter Ashley July 17, 2011	$2.99	71115 words	Sample 10%
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	Leviticus 19:19	by Roger Clucas July 16, 2011	$4.99	160452 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Roger Clucas has written two novels and has two under construction. He spent most of his career as a Financial Manager in a large multinational where his duties included computerised internal auditing, tax and financial planning, cash planning, strategic planning and the preparation of annual financial statements. He holds several professional qualifications and designations, and received several awards. His career took a turn when he was asked to take on people development responsibilities for financial staff in addition to his other responsibilities and found that he enjoyed these more than bean counting. He formed his own company doing people development consulting in the 1990’s and a second company in 2004 specialising in legal consulting around education and training. From his earliest days, he developed a reputation for writing, especially for expressing complex subjects simply and succinctly. He published a monthly newsletter for many years on legal issues in education which was in high demand and came top in the subject of English when sitting international examinations early in his career. He was active in politics for many years in opposition to Apartheid and this caused him considerable harassment from the authorities and the education establishment. He met and corresponded with people like the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy and was a life fan of President John F. Kennedy. He is a godson of the late Field Marshal Jan Christiaan Smuts, a co-founder of the League of Nations, the United Nations and a pre-Apartheid Prime Minister of South Africa. His CEO, while working for the multinational mentioned earlier, used to fly to Cape Town on many weekends to debate nationalisation, capitalism and communism with Nelson Mandela in his prison cell and Roger would dote on these anecdotes on many Monday mornings. South African history was changed and made during these visits with Madiba. Roger is a typical Gemini in many ways. His hobbies include writing, a wide range of music (he has composed some songs), spearfishing, history, philosophy, the occult and paranormal, and unlocking the latent talents in people. Recently, he has tried his hand at fly fishing for trout in the mountain streams near where he lives. He loves nature and the outdoors, canoeing and hiking. His friends see him as a very loyal and caring person, and a great listener. He has three daughters he idolises, but sees very little of and was sadly divorced by his wife and life partner in 2010. Roger’s work takes him to all parts of South Africa, and his clients have included many Blue Chip corporations. His favourite movies are Invictus which shows Mandela in all his grace and majesty, and Alexander which has inspired him when in his lowest lows. He is an avid fan of Elton John and tries never to miss his concerts.
	Foreign Exchange	by Abman Glaster July 15, 2011	$2.99	51653 words	Sample 15%
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	Dissolution	by J.L. Campbell July 09, 2011	$5.99	86601 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Author of romantic tales with a twist of suspense...