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Ryzhee Nedorazumenie (in Russian) by Laura Lond Ryzhee Nedorazumenie (in Russian) by Laura Lond Feb. 10, 2012 $2.99 28180 words Sample 15%
Lord Arkus readily admits he is a villain and sees no reason why it should stop him from being the protagonist of this book. After all, Prince Kellemar has defeated him in a rather questionable way. Bent on revenge, Arkus wants to catch an evil spirit who would make him nearly invincible, but a last-minute mistake leaves him with a Sparkling instead—"a goody-goody spirit that helps heroes."
Terrell's Mystic Flute by Billy Davis Terrell's Mystic Flute by Billy Davis Feb. 10, 2012 $0.99 53080 words Sample 20%
Terrell has problems. Home life is tough and he is getting in trouble at school. Two bullies are making his life miserable. Animals follow him wherever he goes. Shadows seem to be watching him and a dragon took his father away. When he finds his father’s magical flute hidden under his mother’s bed, he begins his journey in a mystical land and learns how he can overcome the bullies in both worlds.
Magic Battle - Book 2 in Novel Series Magic Pair by CJ Kayne Magic Battle - Book 2 in Novel Series Magic Pair by CJ Kayne Feb. 10, 2012 $4.99 37097 words Sample 20%
They found others like them. Now they must fight for their lives. Offered training in their new powers, Max & Becca must cling to each other in order to survive the first introduction to their new allies. Or are they? Out of the high school frying pan, into the world of Pairs fire. In the middle of it all, tension between Chaz and Max grows, with Becca caught between them. What’s a girl to do?
Zachary Pill, Of Monsters and Magic by Tim Greaton Zachary Pill, Of Monsters and Magic by Tim Greaton Feb. 10, 2012 $0.99 58698 words Sample 20%
Having spent his life pretty much like every other loser kid in the world, Zachary Pill is shocked when a swarm of bats invade his Boston apartment and take his father away. Forced to move to New Hampshire with crazy Madame Kloochie, Zachary soon learns that cleaning her filthy house is the least of his problems. With an evil wizard Krage searching for him, Zachary delves into the world of magic.
The Great Scott by Adam Poe The Great Scott by Adam Poe Feb. 10, 2012 $4.99 107635 words Sample 20%
A timeless story of basketball, friendship, family and most importantly, the passion that drives us to become who we are even when we aren’t sure ourselves.
Adventures On Dinosaur Planet by Jody Studdard Adventures On Dinosaur Planet by Jody Studdard Feb. 10, 2012 $4.99 77739 words Sample 20%
Adventures on Dinosaur Planet is a collection of the first three books in the Dinosaur Planet series: Escape from Dinosaur Planet, Return to Dinosaur Planet, and Battle for Dinosaur Planet. Join Captain James Bowman and his crew as they battle dinosaurs of all types, including hybrid velociraptors, alien pterodactyls with razor-sharp talons, and carnotaurs with teeth like knives.
Battle For Dinosaur Planet by Jody Studdard Battle For Dinosaur Planet by Jody Studdard Feb. 10, 2012 $2.99 27712 words Sample 20%
Captain James Bowman and his crew have made the discovery of a lifetime. They have found a gateway that allows them to travel instantaneously from one side of the galaxy to the other. But another race, the Devite, wishes to have the gateway as their own, and they travel to Antos to take it. Join Captain Bowman and his crew as they battle the Devite in the most exciting Dinosaur Planet novel yet.
Heartland Sunset by D.K. Graham Heartland Sunset by D.K. Graham Feb. 10, 2012 $1.99 51799 words Sample 20%
Jaina Wilson was raised by her uncle after her parents' murders. She was never told she had a twin sister, but when they are transferred to Wayland, Kansas she discovers her twin after a bizzare occurance. Together the teens set out to find and bring to justice the men responsible for the deaths of their parents. At the end of the story, Jaina must come to terms with the death of her cousin.
Jessaloup's Song by Hester Velmans Jessaloup's Song by Hester Velmans Feb. 10, 2012 $5.99 40858 words Sample 20%
A sixty-ton humpback whale lies stranded, gasping for breath, on the sands of Cape Cod… and there’s just one girl in the world who knows who he is. When Jessaloup is transformed into a boy, Isabel (now fourteen) has to teach him to walk, talk, and act human, so that together they can raise the alarm about a terrible natural disaster that’s threatening the East Coast.
Guardians: The Girl by Lola St.Vil Guardians: The Girl by Lola St.Vil Feb. 10, 2012 $2.99 97425 words Sample 20%
The only thing they want is to be together. The only way for us to survive is to keep them apart...
Odd Tales- The Stopping of Harold by Steve Vincent Odd Tales- The Stopping of Harold by Steve Vincent Feb. 10, 2012 $1.50 35 words Sample 20%
A town falls apart when a boy listens to his parents.
Ruthy's New Texas Lawyer Friend by John Blandly Ruthy's New Texas Lawyer Friend by John Blandly Feb. 10, 2012 $1.99 5633 words Sample 20%
When Ruthy has to leave school back east and return to Texas after the death of her parents she meets Harry Fronctil, a young law student who needs to borrow her father’s law books
The Talent by Philip Caveney The Talent by Philip Caveney Feb. 10, 2012 $1.99 81562 words Sample 20%
In the near-future, life in the north of England is a daily struggle for existence. Young musician, Josh Williams’ only hope of escape is nationwide TV show, The Talent...
Hugging Blankets by Monica P Hugging Blankets by Monica P Feb. 09, 2012 $1.00 2262 words Sample 15%
Opium and Cherry talk inside. Then they hear their parents come home. Their parents seem drunk, and so it is discovered their theories were right.
The Rat and His Dream by Christina McCarthy The Rat and His Dream by Christina McCarthy Feb. 09, 2012 $1.99 47942 words Sample 20%
"Beyond the shadows…beyond the fear…something is waiting for you…something is hoping. In the deepest corners of your mind, a dream is growing. Dare you follow it? This is the story of someone who took up that dream and found there were others."
Midnight Child (Midnight Guardian Series, Book 3) by Bryna Butler Midnight Child (Midnight Guardian Series, Book 3) by Bryna Butler Feb. 09, 2012 $3.99 51860 words Sample 20%
Join Keira Ryan as she chases her destiny in this exciting third installment in the Midnight Guardian Series. While Keira searches, her enemies draw closer. A history of trust is tested. A promise of passion turns deadly. A surviving evil creates doubt and there’s only one way to stop it…Find the Gift. Just what do you get the spoiled gremlin queen that has everything?
Three Against the Dark by M.K. Christiansen Three Against the Dark by M.K. Christiansen Feb. 09, 2012 $3.99 78218 words Sample 20%
Children have disappeared from our world for centuries. Where are they? Who can rescue them from cruelty and slavery? The three Christopher kids risk their lives to discover the secrets necessary to fight the darkness and offer a new life to those trapped in fear.
Dramatic Fallout by Monica P Dramatic Fallout by Monica P Feb. 09, 2012 $1.00 1404 words Sample 15%
Tania watches her big sister. She watches as she goes through all levels of punishment in order to stay true to her craft - acting. It seems almost suicide, and soon it is discovered it is.
Early Morning Hassles by Monica P Early Morning Hassles by Monica P Feb. 09, 2012 $1.00 1760 words Sample 15%
Emma looks around in the early morning. She spis a shadow. It is the start to a bad day.
Horizon, Soul Guardians Book 3 by Kim Richardson Horizon, Soul Guardians Book 3 by Kim Richardson Feb. 09, 2012 $2.99 55422 words Sample 20%
Much to Kara’s horror, a horde of demons is released into the mortal world, through the Mirror of Souls. Thousands of human souls are dying every day. The Guardian Angel Legion works relentlessly at trying to secure the mortal world from Demons. But when Kara discovers the truth behind the Demon Lord's plans, can she return to Horizon safely and warn the Legion before it's too late?
Wilted (A Witching Pen Novellas Prequel) by Dianna Hardy Wilted (A Witching Pen Novellas Prequel) by Dianna Hardy Feb. 09, 2012 Free! 5771 words Sample 30%
Fifteen-year-old Elena hides her magical abilities from everyone, except her best friend, Karl. Inseparable since very young, they've always shared everything, including the darkest parts of their lives. Elena's beginning to realise her feelings for Karl are growing into something more. But her mother's about to drop a bombshell – one that will change the course of her life, and heart, forever.
Lanang by Nicholas Nicola Lanang by Nicholas Nicola Feb. 09, 2012 $2.99 51140 words Sample 50%
A young courageous male orang utang named Lanang who-impressed by the 1960s Japanese crime fighter series Phanton Agents-organises a small band of orangutangnistas to defeat Mara the big time poacher who kidnaps baby orangutangs. LANANG is a heroic against all the impossibe odds fable of a commando style rescue mission to save hundreds of orangutang orphans caged in Mara's well-fortified ranch.
The Final Conquest by Shannon Rouchelle The Final Conquest by Shannon Rouchelle Feb. 08, 2012 $3.99 18014 words Sample 5%
In the final installment of the Leslie series, the young woman encounters the most harrowing villains.
The Boys Upstairs by Shannon Rouchelle The Boys Upstairs by Shannon Rouchelle Feb. 08, 2012 $4.99 40845 words Sample 10%
What if an alien race could invade our world through means of a video game?
In The Spotlight by Liz Botts In The Spotlight by Liz Botts Feb. 08, 2012 $2.99 63517 words Sample 20%
When sixteen year old Hannah Brewster lands the lead in the school musical she hopes it will be the perfect chance to get the attention of her family and her long time crush, Kyle.
Fallen Prince by Tess Williams Fallen Prince by Tess Williams Feb. 08, 2012 $3.99 91274 words Sample 50%
She’s the perfect princess, he’s the resident bad boy, they’ve always had each other. Their loyalty is about to be tested.
Dangerous Waters by Ann Mason Dangerous Waters by Ann Mason Feb. 08, 2012 $2.99 54511 words Sample 10%
Sixteen year old Elizabeth’s day to day life is no picnic. The Hybrids have taken almost everything from the above grounders; access to clean water, food, even money. Which means above-grounders have to do what they can to survive. when she finds herself on trial for a crime she didn’t commit, she must hope that the friends she’s made down below can save her. Because if they can’t, she'll die.
Shooting Stars by Leslie Hodgson Shooting Stars by Leslie Hodgson Feb. 08, 2012 $1.99 76622 words Sample 20%
Shooting Stars is refreshing fantasy that will keep readers turning pages as they get caught in a whirlwind of events with teenage siblings Isaac and Stella who discover their gifts, the truths about the Universe and that they've been hidden from a vicious man who still seeks to destroy the future they were preserved for. They learn to travel as Shooting Stars and set about on their missions.
When Walls Can Talk - A YA Fantasy Novella by Cate Dean When Walls Can Talk - A YA Fantasy Novella by Cate Dean Feb. 08, 2012 $0.99 25747 words Sample 20%
When Rosamond and her friend Dan head out to explore a haunted castle, they expect to find only a ghost or two. Instead they discover a missing prince, and stumble into a violent bid for the throne. In order to save the injured Prince and themselves, Rosamond must find her courage, and Dan must find the way to his true self. Their only help - an ancient sorcerer trapped in the castle walls.
ANDROMEDA - Vampires adversaries ( Paranormal romance - Book 2 ) by Pet Torres ANDROMEDA - Vampires adversaries ( Paranormal romance - Book 2 ) by Pet Torres Feb. 08, 2012 $2.99 6636 words Sample 20%
Seven years later ... Enna and Apollo are released from their punishments. Deron returns the Vangoth family’s home due to mysterious illness of his uncle Vilk. On the council of vampires, who will be the emissary of the Vangoth family... Apollo or Deron?
Beetle II: Restoration & Retribution by Wes Loder Beetle II: Restoration & Retribution by Wes Loder Feb. 08, 2012 $0.99 41097 words Sample 20%
Virtual girl “Beetle,” is back, alive in University Salvage’s store. She still needs to care for her creator, Jeff, and his girlfriend, Annie. Only they’re supposedly dead, killed by a former boyfriend. So what is she to do? Lanie gets Shadow, her virtual sister going again and moves in with a family. But she still needs to find the answers to the mystery as to what happened twelve years ago.
A Hayu's Dream by Beth Hoyer A Hayu's Dream by Beth Hoyer Feb. 08, 2012 $0.99 159406 words Sample 20%
a Hayu female an alien Humanoid wakes up from dreaming of a story about a werewolf girl. she tells the story to children in diary format of a series of letters with dates.
AMONG THE MEADOW PEOPLE by SURAT VANITCHATCHWAL AMONG THE MEADOW PEOPLE by SURAT VANITCHATCHWAL Feb. 08, 2012 $2.99 27248 words Sample 20%
AMONG THE MEADOW PEOPLE BY Clara Dillingham Pierson If you have been looking for nature stories to read to your kindergarten age child, look no further! Clara Dillingham Pierson, a Froebel kindergarten teacher in Michigan at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, has written a lovely series of nature stories ideally suited for children ages 4 to 7. Each chapter offers the story..
The Safe House by Gil Hardwick The Safe House by Gil Hardwick Feb. 07, 2012 $2.49 34990 words Sample 10%
Alex and his Aboriginal friend-brother Peter run into new friends when the arrive in the West to attend University. They meet Nicolas with his two wives and one husband, the Asperger's kid too handsome for his own good, but something is not right.
Rachel's Manifesto by Rhonda Herrington Bulmer Rachel's Manifesto by Rhonda Herrington Bulmer Feb. 07, 2012 $4.99 55848 words Sample 20%
She's 17, loves her 18-year-old boyfriend, Hugh. There’s one big thing Hugh has to change about her, though: she’s a virgin.
Deck of Lies, Book 1: Justice by Jade Varden Deck of Lies, Book 1: Justice by Jade Varden Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 62498 words Sample 20%
When you build an entire life on a foundation of lies, it only takes one truth for the whole thing to come crashing down. I never invited the truth in. I never went searching for it. I never had any reason to suspect that the two people I loved most were dishonest with me every second of every day.
Escape by Keith Latch Escape by Keith Latch Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 34851 words Sample 20%
The government lied. A UFO did, in fact, crash land in the New Mexico desert in the summer of 1947. Quickly intercepted by the US military, the unidentified flying object and its occupants were whisked away to secret installations.
Gore Orphenage Road by Lynn Hones Gore Orphenage Road by Lynn Hones Feb. 07, 2012 $4.99 25326 words Sample 5%
Alexis Duncan and her family move into a home once owned by an evil tyrant, and are blissfully unaware of the horrors that await them.
Enchanted Moon by homar solano Enchanted Moon by homar solano Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 11148 words Sample 20%
Taken away by death, Kayla Moore must confront herself and her own family once she comes back to life in the valley that gave birth to her. It will not be easy for her, as her grandmother is ready to reveal some powerful weapon secrets. Her real identity must be reveal! She must come face to face to fight the evil in 'Death Valley,' a valley were lifes and outcomes are played.
Signs of Winning by Scott Miller Signs of Winning by Scott Miller Feb. 07, 2012 $2.99 42286 words Sample 20%
This young person book is the wonderful story of a young deaf girl, a typical teenager in all apects, and her passion for dogsled racing. Kaitlin has to battle other people's perception of deafness, while facing the normal challenges that beset an adolescent. Her determination to make a name for herself on the dogsled racing circuit runs headlong into opposition from a successful racer.
2:32 a.m. by Emily Ford 2:32 a.m. by Emily Ford Feb. 07, 2012 $1.99 106594 words Sample 15%
Sixteen-year-old Cat Townsend was jarred awake by an unknown black man sitting on the edge of her bed. He never said a word as he reached for her hand. She should have been afraid, but she wasn't. Then, he simply disappeared. Sitting up in the darkness, a chill ran down her spine. Somehow, Cat was certain this moment was significant and life altering. She glanced at the clock. It was 2:32 a.m
Sacrament by Rashaad Bell Sacrament by Rashaad Bell Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 9537 words Sample 5%
Something is stalking in the shadows and back alley ways of San Francisco, leaving dead bodies in its wake. Agent Jones has been at everyone, always just one step behind the killer, just one moment too late to stop the madness permanently and save some poor innocent girls life. That’s when she received the call. A mysterious benefactor with information that might put this monster behind bars
Beetle: A Biography of a Virtual Girl by Wes Loder Beetle: A Biography of a Virtual Girl by Wes Loder Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 39684 words Sample 20%
Lanie, a smartass virtual who looks like an eleven-year-old girl, has two problems: getting Jeff, her creator, through his senior year and finding him a flesh girlfriend he can keep. Simple? But interfering administrators, clueless politicians, an obsessed former boyfriend and Jeff’s own poor social skills insure that nothing is either simple or easy. A bitter-sweet story of growth and love.
Chill Breeze by Elaine Letsen Chill Breeze by Elaine Letsen Feb. 07, 2012 $3.50 50167 words Sample 10%
What would you do if you lived in a place where magic was illegal and punished by death? What if it affected you, personally?
Foreshadow by Brea Essex Foreshadow by Brea Essex Feb. 07, 2012 $2.99 65383 words Sample 20%
Imagine discovering that your boyfriend was out to kill you—and that the annoying boy from school was your guardian angel.
Love in Mumbai by Arul Das Love in Mumbai by Arul Das Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 1558 words Sample 20%
It was a party - a send-off party. Anne knew it was her last party at Mumbai University, where she'd spent two years studying for a Masters' degree received an proposal who was always hurted her in past.Is she accepted his love proposal or not is the conclusion.
Please Don't Tell by Kelly Mooney Please Don't Tell by Kelly Mooney Feb. 07, 2012 $2.99 75423 words Sample 10%
Sixteen-year old, Sophie Gerrard has been in love with her close friend, Peter Watson since childhood. She planned to tell him how she felt during their families’ yearly vacation to the Caribbean. But when Peter arrives from London with a girlfriend and his cousin Ethan, her plans quickly change.
Drunk and Fed Up by Monica P Drunk and Fed Up by Monica P Feb. 07, 2012 $1.00 1501 words Sample 15%
Rayleen walks away from a house where her husband sits drunk. Her husband Craig sneers at what he is left with a beer and a daughter who looks like a child. He drinks to see straight, and he grows mad.
My Unexpected Elven Ally by Chrissy Wissler My Unexpected Elven Ally by Chrissy Wissler Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 9225 words Sample 20%
Ever since Kate learned about her elven heritage, her life shifted from sort of normal to sort of dangerous. In all honesty, she needs help - desperately. But help from a guy who lost himself to his elven soul? Not very encouraging. Except if she wants to prove her worthiness and accept her heritage, she might not have any choice but to trust him.
Vanish (Book One) by Sonny Daise Vanish (Book One) by Sonny Daise Feb. 06, 2012 $1.99 27730 words Sample 10%
Scarlett Summers has had a rough few months. She just got out of Meadowbrook mental hospital for a crime she had nothing to do with—her best friend Grace’s disappearance. No matter how hard she tries she can’t get that night out of her head, at least the parts she remembers.