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'n Mandjie vol Stories by Perske Wang 'n Mandjie vol Stories by Perske Wang Feb. 02, 2012 $299.00 645 words Sample 20%
'n Samevatting van die beste van elke skrywer in die PerskeWang storie groep. Die stories is korter as 500 woorde, wissel tussen fiksie en meesleurende vertellings
PRINTABLE 3D Dungeon Tiles - Master DM set - for Dungeons and Dragons, D&D, Gurps, Warhammer, or other RPG by Andrew W. Zehner PRINTABLE 3D Dungeon Tiles - Master DM set - for Dungeons and Dragons, D&D, Gurps, Warhammer, or other RPG by Andrew W. Zehner Feb. 01, 2012 $1.00 45 words Sample 100%
The dungeon master package contains everything you need to enhance your adventures. The download package contains the following: LONG WALL, SHORT WALL, DOORS, WINDOWS, and STAIRS. AND a SPECIAL CURVED WALL. All you have to do is print out the files and cut and fold. For complete instructions or for Extremely High Resolution versions and other versions for your RPG, Visit the Website
Eddie & Alvin 3 by Oliver Spedding Eddie & Alvin 3 by Oliver Spedding Jan. 31, 2012 $1.99 150 words Sample 20%
a series of 85 cartoon strips featuring fijian characters - a bus owner, the bus driver, the conductor and the passengers.
Eddie & Alvin 2 by Oliver Spedding Eddie & Alvin 2 by Oliver Spedding Jan. 30, 2012 $1.99 153 words Sample 20%
a series of 85 cartoon strips featuring fijian characters - a bus owner, the bus driver, the conductor and the passengers
Eddie & Alvin 1 by Oliver Spedding Eddie & Alvin 1 by Oliver Spedding Jan. 29, 2012 $1.99 150 words Sample 20%
85 cartoon strips featuring fijian characters - a bus owner, the driver, the conductor and the passengers.
Promises That I Broke by Marvin Miller Promises That I Broke by Marvin Miller Jan. 18, 2012 $1.00 43452 words Sample 20%
Vietnam Veteran Dewayne Mitchell returns home after his discharge from the army with no job and no plans for the future as he struggles to readjust to civilian life through a maze of drugs, alcohol and broken relationships.
Forced Betrayal by Robert T. Jeschonek Forced Betrayal by Robert T. Jeschonek Jan. 17, 2012 $3.99 24592 words Sample 20%
Who murdered the girlfriend of the World's Mightiest Heroine? When super-powered Hericane teams with Bonnie Taggart, internal affairs investigator for the Superhuman Protectorate, the search leads in unexpected directions. Solving the case is the only way to survive--but the secrets unearthed by Hericane and Bonnie might just lead to the greatest superhuman catastrophe of all time.
Caterina Cerca La Banda by Luigi Sgambati Caterina Cerca La Banda by Luigi Sgambati Jan. 16, 2012 $0.99 19673 words Sample 15%
Erano tanti anni che la banda non veniva più in paese. Mancava la musica. Ma non la musica come presenza. Le mancava la musica come ricordo, la musica come memoria. Sua nonna la musica la ricordava, sapeva immaginarla, la portava dentro di sé. Lei covava nel suo cuore solo il maestoso silenzio dei monti. Ed è così che Caterina, all’età di cinque anni e sette mesi, partì alla ricerca della banda.
Avenger of Blood by Ryan Callaway Avenger of Blood by Ryan Callaway Jan. 11, 2012 $2.99 69057 words Sample 20%
In the corrupt, crime-ridden city of Minikin Capital, a quiet man who works as an assistant pastor during the day goes out at nights as the Avenger of Blood, an agent of vengeance who punishes those who shed the blood of the innocent. In BIOWEAPON, a lethal biological warfare agent is dispersed in the city, sending over a hundred citizens to the hospital. Detective Miyoshi, the police force, and the Avenger work to stop the terrorist behind the attack. In A FALLEN ROSE he befriends a young woman seeking an escape from her tumultuous life, but when she is entangled in the center of a controversial murder case, it challenges his faithfulness to his assignment. This novel is an introduction to a 6 part series of action/suspense novels following the adventures of the Avenger of Blood.
Flying Glory Flashback: Celebrating 10 Years of the Lyrics, Words, and History Behind the Webcomic FLYING GLORY AND THE HOUNDS OF GLORY by Shannon Muir Flying Glory Flashback: Celebrating 10 Years of the Lyrics, Words, and History Behind the Webcomic FLYING GLORY AND THE HOUNDS OF GLORY by Shannon Muir Dec. 15, 2011 $2.99 16172 words Sample 30%
A complete text-only book of lyrics, along with the evolution of the storyline's history, for a webcomic about a group of teen musicians who also happen to be superheroes which celebrated a 10th anniversary milestone in June of 2011.
Sydney & John by Sheila  Parker Sydney & John by Sheila Parker Nov. 30, 2011 $2.00 1968 words Sample 20%
A short cartoon book about how the power of friendship can overcome a bully. Ideal for early readers who need a bit of a challenge.
Snow Stories by Joseph Risner Snow Stories by Joseph Risner Nov. 30, 2011 $2.99 15752 words Sample 15%
“Snow Stories” is a book about snow shoveling talk. The type of conversation one might have with the neighbor after last night’s snowstorm. It takes place in a region that is bitter, bitter cold with tons of snow; Minnesota. Now, meet Joe and Mike, and listen in on these two regular guys as they talk to one another while doing what needs to be done, in their case, shoveling snow.
The Adventures of Homelessman by Jay Ess The Adventures of Homelessman by Jay Ess Nov. 29, 2011 $0.99 30 words Sample 20%
The comic book tells the story of a homeless man, Jay Ess, that acquires super powers one night while sleeping in a dumpster.
The Honing by David Dumas The Honing by David Dumas Nov. 25, 2011 $7.99 90154 words Sample 15%
The Honing will take you on a roller coaster ride of emotions as Brad Fordam sets out to avenge the death of his mother. After reading her diary, Brad realizes his mother is guiding him toward the people she blames for her commitment to a psychiatric hospital and ultimately her death through suicide. Brad must find a way to bring the guilty to justice without losing his own sanity.
All Of My Heroes Are Dead by Jesus Reyes All Of My Heroes Are Dead by Jesus Reyes Nov. 24, 2011 Free! 408 words Sample 50%
A short story/graphic novel. Dark L.A. Fiction from Los Angeles writer Jesus Reyes. "I am balls deep in an ocean of tears. The night sky is awesome. The moon has a smile on its face, but the stars are all frowning at me. I think that I might be dreaming." -All Of My Heroes Are Dead
Harvest Moon by Melissa L. Webb Harvest Moon by Melissa L. Webb Nov. 21, 2011 $1.99 15829 words Sample 40%
The Harvest moon has a way of bringing certain things to light. See what’s lurking in the shadows this year with 21 short stories sure to make your skin crawl.
My Zombie's Keeper (My Little Brother is a Zombie, Book 3) by Alan Gandy My Zombie's Keeper (My Little Brother is a Zombie, Book 3) by Alan Gandy Nov. 18, 2011 $1.99 311 words Sample 50%
In the third installment of Alan Gandy’s highly successful “My Little Brother is a ZOMBIE” series Calamity will still do anything to protect her little brother Kale, and pay any price…
In the Dark by C.S. Rock In the Dark by C.S. Rock Nov. 18, 2011 $0.99 69498 words Sample 5%
A great evil pines to return to the Earthly plane and rule through a host child. But his servants make a mistake and kidnap the infant son of a man of unimaginable power, who will stop at nothing to get his son back, even if it means going to Hell.
The Caveman Conspiracy (a Wandering Koala tale) Book 2 by Jeff Thomason The Caveman Conspiracy (a Wandering Koala tale) Book 2 by Jeff Thomason Nov. 17, 2011 $2.99 362 words Sample 20%
Karen is missing, and René suspects foul play! Karen is a grad student on a dig in Africa with her professor looking for fossils to fill in the evolutionary chart. But when she discovers something that shouldn’t exist, she finds herself buried in a decades old conspiracy. Only the intervention of a silent wanderer has any hope of uncovering the truth. 38pg. B&W
The Thinking Man, Paralysis by Analysis (illustrated) by Nadina Boun The Thinking Man, Paralysis by Analysis (illustrated) by Nadina Boun Nov. 07, 2011 $0.99 6143 words Sample 20%
The Thinking man's rules in man's head, a satirical and comical paralysis out of excess analysis, with illustrated images, making it a great coffee table read or a quick illustrated comic.
Joshua's Harvest Volume 1 by Betty Burston Joshua's Harvest Volume 1 by Betty Burston Nov. 04, 2011 $0.99 69498 words Sample 20%
Troy, a small town in Central Alabama, contains the largest per capita population of paranormals in the world. Driven by the desire to breed a new life form, Joshua, a 14th century vampire, descends upon the rural community in June 1959 and initiates a cycle that may ultimately end in a destruction of all mankind. Joshua's Harvest: The TV series is coming to Punch TV network in 2013.
Occupy LOL Street by  Occupy LOL Street by thewisesloth Nov. 04, 2011 Free! 15 words Sample 100%
Occupy LOL Street is a comic book and a metaphor for the Occupy Wall Street movement as told through the adventures of three cats.
Maelstrom 5 (Yaoi) by Yamila Abraham Maelstrom 5 (Yaoi) by Yamila Abraham Nov. 02, 2011 $2.99 6567 words Sample 20%
Brainbox is ready to let Malstrum have his way with Demetri’s body, but Demetri still has some reservations. Now that he’s officially Malstrum’s mate he knows he has to start giving in.
Maelstrom 2 (Yaoi) by Yamila Abraham Maelstrom 2 (Yaoi) by Yamila Abraham Nov. 02, 2011 $2.99 7075 words Sample 20%
Demetri's only chance for survival is to give himself to Malstrum. The charismatic mine-lord is making it easy for him, but heterosexual Demetri is still torn inside!
Uncle Muja’s Adventures Series Three: Children Comic Series by Raja Sharma Uncle Muja’s Adventures Series Three: Children Comic Series by Raja Sharma Oct. 31, 2011 $1.99 187 words Sample 10%
In this series, reader, especially the little ones, will get plenty of laughter and fun to last over the Christmas and the New Year.
The Science Fiction Collection by Grant Bremner The Science Fiction Collection by Grant Bremner Oct. 31, 2011 $1.69 48044 words Sample 20%
This collection of eight short science fiction stories, an anthology of over 60,000 words, has intriguing plots, interesting diverse characters set on a number of different worlds. There is something in these various stories to satisfy all science fiction fans.
Uncle Muja’s Adventures Series Two: Children Comic Series by Raja Sharma Uncle Muja’s Adventures Series Two: Children Comic Series by Raja Sharma Oct. 30, 2011 $1.99 15216 words Sample 20%
In this series, reader, especially the little ones, will get plenty of laughter and fun to last over the Christmas and the New Year.
Uncle Muja’s Adventures Series One: Children Comic Series by Raja Sharma Uncle Muja’s Adventures Series One: Children Comic Series by Raja Sharma Oct. 30, 2011 $1.99 5788 words Sample 20%
In this series, reader, especially the little ones, will get plenty of laughter and fun to last over the Christmas and the New Year.
A Sperlative View by Sam Worthington A Sperlative View by Sam Worthington Oct. 29, 2011 $2.99 118780 words Sample 20%
Two Labradors, Sam a gun dog and Worthington an ex- pub dog, have a series of hilarious adventures in both the big city and the countryside. Totally believable, the author manages to convince the reader that this is how dogs both communicate and feel about the world in which they live. Their escapades range from swimming in the Serpentine to framing a cat for stealing chickens.
The Reapers by anton mink The Reapers by anton mink Oct. 24, 2011 $1.99 1634 words Sample 20%
A fictional myth about creation and the tragedy which follows....
The Reapers by anton mink The Reapers by anton mink Oct. 24, 2011 $1.99 1634 words Sample 20%
A fictional myth about creation and the tragedy which follows....
It's OK To Hate...Awful People by Aaron Crabill It's OK To Hate...Awful People by Aaron Crabill Oct. 22, 2011 $2.99 9327 words Sample 20%
From the twisted mind behind totallyawfulpeople.tumblr.com comes a collection of the first round of thought provoking comic strips. It's OK to Hate is a look at the people you can't help but loathe in your day to day life...people at work, people at the grocery store...people you're related to. You already know you hate them, now learn that a lot more people do too.
My Buggy Battle: This Ends Here! by Eric Watterson My Buggy Battle: This Ends Here! by Eric Watterson Oct. 21, 2011 $0.99 2935 words Sample 10%
It started like any other day. I was just going through my normal routine until it happened. This one lone bug decided to change the course of my ordinary day into an event of a life time...and it was a bug!
Fall (Thai Edition) by Lady Beelaa Fall (Thai Edition) by Lady Beelaa Oct. 21, 2011 Free! 344 words Sample 20%
An illustrated perception of love that you might once, or more, experienced. Have you ever been in such situation before? Let's see... Note: This book is the Thai edition of "Fall".
Human Being issue 1 preview by Joel Armour Human Being issue 1 preview by Joel Armour Oct. 20, 2011 Free! 35 words Sample 100%
What if you could absorb nutrients from the air, control your cells, teleport through the atmosphere and more? Tons of characters and action. Enjoy the ride. by Joel Armour Copyright www.idrawreality.com 2011 published at Smashwords
Night Cralwer 3 by Jae Howard Night Cralwer 3 by Jae Howard Oct. 19, 2011 $0.99 2776 words Sample 20%
The night crawler perfects his plan and secures 2 new slaves with the help of his wife.
Bad Kitty by Jae Howard Bad Kitty by Jae Howard Oct. 19, 2011 $0.99 3407 words Sample 20%
Big brother is always watching...look over your shoulder and smile for the camera.
On the Run by Jae Howard On the Run by Jae Howard Oct. 19, 2011 $0.99 3637 words Sample 20%
A quantum physics genius has proof of governmental conspiracy and is on the run!
I married Night Crawler by Jae Howard I married Night Crawler by Jae Howard Oct. 19, 2011 $0.99 3663 words Sample 20%
The story of how a depraved abused woman married a psychopath serial rapist.
Night Crawler 2 by Jae Howard Night Crawler 2 by Jae Howard Oct. 19, 2011 $0.99 2391 words Sample 20%
A sick minded serial rapist has one thing on his mind...revenge.
Night Crawler 1 by Jae Howard Night Crawler 1 by Jae Howard Oct. 19, 2011 $0.99 3700 words Sample 20%
The Night Crawler is a serial rapist with no conscience and one thing on his mind. He started out as a peeping Tom, but soon nothing would satisfy him but the look of fear on a woman's face as he invaded her home and raped her. Lock your windows and lock them tight, no one is safe from the N
Time Tangle by Roger Greider Time Tangle by Roger Greider Oct. 17, 2011 $2.99 83536 words Sample 20%
To save Brad Williams from large hail, Ozod, an invisible bumbler, sends him back in time to the Oklahoma land run of 1889. He meets Ellen. Brad is desperate to return to the present. With Ozod’s inept help, he escapes disasters from the Triassic era to 2155. During his experiences of danger and conflict, he realizes Ellen is his true love and Ozod finally gets the two of them back to 2012.
The Hayfield by Max Gordon The Hayfield by Max Gordon Oct. 12, 2011 $3.99 99469 words Sample 6%
A story of love, success, disaster, sexual misbehavior, alcoholism, divorce, resurrection... all from one character's eyes and mind set. Some of the chapters were published as prize winning short stories, and led to filling out the entire novel. Reviews by former readers are published after the Prologue.
In the Process of Disappearing by Michael Jasper In the Process of Disappearing by Michael Jasper Oct. 11, 2011 $0.99 8126 words Sample 25%
Kaitlin Grayson knows she needs to get on with her life, but she can't seem to move ahead. Sometimes, she feels like she's disappearing... just like her grandfather did, almost a decade ago. His absence tears at her, holding her in place. Until the day she finds his favorite hat. A prequel to the digital comic In Maps & Legends.
Cat by John Harrison Cat by John Harrison Oct. 07, 2011 $0.99 493 words Sample 30%
A little book of whimsy, a very quick read indeed.
The Shadows of Vicenti Book One: From Out Of Nowhere by Kieran Squires The Shadows of Vicenti Book One: From Out Of Nowhere by Kieran Squires Oct. 02, 2011 $1.99 262 words Sample 20%
“The Shadows of Vicenti” is a gritty crime-drama about a young man’s search for revenge and his own identity as he grows up in the vicious world of organised crime.
A Karma Girl Christmas (Bigtime superhero series, short story) by Jennifer Estep A Karma Girl Christmas (Bigtime superhero series, short story) by Jennifer Estep Sep. 29, 2011 $0.99 32462 words Sample 10%
A superhero protects toys for needy children from a villain on Christmas Eve.
Los Mejores Chistes 2 by Josue Rodriguez Los Mejores Chistes 2 by Josue Rodriguez Sep. 29, 2011 $4.99 16621 words Sample 20%
Otra divertida recopilación de los mejores chistes latinoamericanos. Chistes inteligentes sin recurrir a un lenguaje vulgar. Ocurrencias que no vas a poder creer! Cuanta también con chistes gráficos, imágenes que te hacen matar de risa! Más de 50 páginas con puro humor! Con este libro tienes la diversión asegurada.
The Twinkie Artcat illustration Library 2 by Twinkie Artcat The Twinkie Artcat illustration Library 2 by Twinkie Artcat Sep. 28, 2011 $2.99 532 words Sample 30%
Dragon warrior, Justice BAO, Cave-Boy, The Artcat and many more,... A comics illustrations collection by Twinkie Artcat. 68 full color 600 x 800 pixels picture files.
Moonfall by Roger Greider Moonfall by Roger Greider Sep. 25, 2011 $2.99 86710 words Sample 20%
A giant meteor shatters the moon, and the pieces spiral to Earth. Greg Stevens leads a group of survivors who call themselves The Company, sharing possessions. More women survive than men, so a polygamous life style is chosen. After thirty years of a rising democratic economy, struggling against ambitious rivals, including cannibals, their standard of living approaches that of pre Moonfall.