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Redemption: Stains of Yesterday	by Jasmine Denton Jul. 29, 2010	$7.00	21092 words	Sample 10%
Caine McKay is a troubled teen with a violent past. After his father's imprisoned, he’s sent to live in a town where tragedy tore his parents apart. As Caine begins to drown in self-pity, he meets Hannah. Soon, their friendship progresses into a dangerous affair that has her boyfriend desperate for revenge. Then Caine wakes up covered in blood with no memory of what happened.
The Surrender of Persephone (Series: Myths Behaving Badly)	by Selena Kitt Jul. 29, 2010	$5.99	53980 words	Sample 10%
Persephone is held captive by the dark and commanding Aidon, the God of the Underworld, who binds her to him, claiming her bit by glorious bit as his own. Her coming of age is one of sexual awakening as she learns the bondage her new master imposes fulfills her darkest desires. But forced to face the looming specter of her history, it threatens to shatter the newly formed bonds between the couple.
Hidden Secrets of Super Perfect Abs: How to Get Them, How to Keep Them!	by william wallace Jul. 29, 2010	$14.99	19577 words	Sample 50%
If you are interested in learning everything there is to know about ab workouts, than this is going to be the most important information you'll ever read...
A bird living in deep sea	by dojong kim Jul. 29, 2010	$0.99	4650 words	Sample 30%
Short Story. In Seoul, a young man who quit a job. oneday he went to Haeundae beach. An episode happening. He releasing big fish caught by anglers tried to run away...
Faith, Courage, Wisdom Strength and Hope: Inspirational Poetry That Comes Straight from the Heart	by STACEY CHILLEMI Jul. 29, 2010	$12.95	8995 words	Sample 10%
“Faith, Courage, Wisdom, Strength and Hope,” is a collection of poems that inspire your mind, body and soul. This book will give you the inspiration to want to live life to the fullest and be the best you can be. The poems in this book have been written to inspire and comfort readers, as well as to give you a completely different view of life.
StarCrossed 4: In the Blink of an Eye	by Reno MacLeod and Jaye Valentine Jul. 29, 2010	$6.99	70149 words	Sample 5%
As the fragile peace enjoyed by the supernaturals begins to break down, werefox Fallon draws the unwanted attention of an enemy from his lover Gennady's past. Plunged into a harrowing adventure, Fallon becomes lost and alone in the brutal outside world. As the buffer the supernaturals have enjoyed continues to erode, Salem may no longer be their safe haven. The secret is about to get out.
The Tether	by Nick Davis Jul. 29, 2010	You set the price!	66310 words	Sample 50%
The Tether is the story of Sarah Taylor a smart, sassy and sarcastic teen girl who is having a troubled year at a Baltimore Private School student. After an horrifying kidnap she becomes the reluctant Keeper of a device called a Tether that allows her to control an Angelic bodyguard called Paul, and connects her to the mysterious source that allows her to cast powerful enchantments called indices
The Complete Herbal Guide: A Natural Approach to Healing the Body	by STACEY CHILLEMI Jul. 29, 2010	$14.95	154000 words	Sample 10%
The Complete Herbal Guide: A Natural Approach to Healing the Body is essential reference book for anyone interested in maintaining optimal health and overcoming disease. The book contains concise and comprehensive listings of over 175 herbs and conditions. The book has quick and easy references to the all information you need to maintain excellent health the natural way.
Bearing False Witness	by Merrill Heath Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	41292 words	Sample 40%
A Marshal with WITSEC asks PI Alec Stover for help in locating a missing witness. But when the mafia comes looking for payback Alec gets caught in the middle and quickly learns nothing is as simple as it seems with this case...and no one can be trusted. From the Garage Café in Birmingham, Alabama, to the deep, clear waters of Smith Lake, this book is chock-full of local landmarks and plot twists.
Breast Cancer: Questions, Answers & Self-Help Techniques	by STACEY CHILLEMI Jul. 29, 2010	$14.95	47634 words	Sample 10%
Having breast cancer can be devastating for the woman affected - and for her family and love ones. Many women diagnosed feel devastated, confused, and very alone. Today, approximately 1 in almost every 8 women (13.4%) will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. “Breast Cancer: Questions, Answers & Self-Help Techniques,” brings together comprehensive information about breast cancer.
Music in the City	by doomedmuse Jul. 29, 2010	$0.99	7486 words	Sample 20%
Lana, a violinist, moves from her small town to the big city, hoping she'll find the adventure and excitement she craves. But life there is a far cry from what she imagined and the insecure Lana has difficulty fitting in. When she meets a beautiful girl and starts to question everything about herself, Lana realizes she must let go of her past if she wants to embrace the change she needs.
Scimitar	by John Denison Jul. 29, 2010	$4.99	183262 words	Sample 33%
FBI agent Derek James is enjoying some much needed time off, an anonymous classic car aficionado mingling with Hollywood royalty and financial aristocracy at America’s most prestigious car show. That is, until a precisely orchestrated series of bombs detonates, killing hundreds & poisoning thousands, with a lethal mix of chemical and biological toxins. Among the victims, James’s girlfriend.
The Star Wish	by Richard Taylor Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	22247 words	Sample 50%
A young girl who dreams. A father who needs redemption. A mother who wants to believe. And a dying star traveler, who needs them.
Gambit For Love of a Queen	by Kat Jaske Jul. 29, 2010	$7.99	182366 words	Sample 40%
King Louis XIII is a weak leader with no love for his wife Queen Anne. Power, saving face, and honor are paramount, always. Laurel — the secret leader of France's spy network — has absolutely no doubt that he would plunge France into another devastating war if he learns Anne has been kidnapped. Join the musketeers and Laurel and find the queen. God may save the queen, but who saves the heroes?
100 Money Tips for Single Moms	by Samantha Gregory Jul. 29, 2010	$3.99	3059 words	Sample 10%
Managing money as a single mom (or anyone) can be challenging when the income source is deficient. This little booklet is filled with money secrets that will bring you peace, prosperity, and a brand new outlook on money. The tips in this booklet range from ways to control your money life to a plethora of savings strategies for your big and small dreams.
Conversations with the Dead	by doomedmuse Jul. 29, 2010	$0.99	4064 words	Sample 20%
Abused and conflicted, teen-aged Lizzie tries to walk away from both heroin and Griffin, her ex-boyfriend. But he stalks her nightly, and, as they head for a violent final confrontation, Lizzie learns the terrible price of her freedom. A short story by AnneMarie Buhl.
100 Secrets of Successful Single Motherhood	by Samantha Gregory Jul. 29, 2010	$9.99	11228 words	Sample 7%
Being a mother is hard work, being a single mother is even harder work. This wonderful little book will inspire and encourage single moms to succeed and thrive along the journey. Each tip will motivate you to be your best so that you and your children will succeed against the odds and come out ahead mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually! Includes bonus Time Management section.
The Feast of the Bunya	by Peter Denton Jul. 29, 2010	$3.99	98351 words	Sample 50%
A young Australian Aboriginal hunter, Ulloola Yaluma, breaks a strict tribal taboo. As punishment he must make a lone journey to the outback and endure a harsh bride-service for his future wife’s family. When his betrothed is abducted, Ulloola undergoes ritual cleansing as a ‘kadaicha’ and is ordered to take bloody revenge.“Very beautiful” ABC. “Magnificently researched” Tom Flood.
I Remember	by Janet Marie Jul. 29, 2010	$1.00	4738 words	Sample 25%
When one moment in time alters the rest of your life - forever
Liminal Eyes and Other Unsettling Tales	by Carolyn Hill Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	27567 words	Sample 10%
A mysterious coin changes a panhandler's life. An alcoholic ghost squares off against technology. A crusading widow kidnaps an exceedingly strange girl. An aging cattle rancher stakes out a bridge to nowhere. An alien love moves planets--and destroys worlds. Identities, homes, and lives are threatened in these and three other unsettling tales of fantasy and science fiction.
Prison Earth - Not Guilty as Charged	by Clifford Scovell Jul. 29, 2010	$4.99	104539 words	Sample 40%
Earth is a penal colony where the souls of alien criminals are implanted in humanoid bodies. Sophisticated systems manipulate everyone on Earth, with the hope of rehabilitating the criminals. But the system breaks down when another alien species steals the key to the ultimate power of the universe. The race is on to save Earth from a cataclysmic explosion as destructive as the Big Bang.
Hannah Brock's Mysterious Power (Hannah Brock ESP series)	by Tim Myers Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	60962 words	Sample 25%
Though both of Hannah Brock’s parents are Gifted with extrasensory powers, it appears that at twelve years old, she is not. Sent to Tweener camp for those children who lack a Gift, Hannah soon stands out as a girl with some kind of Talent, though it’s not an easy finding it. Hannah is transferred to the Gifted camp, but she begins to doubt why until one day, her Gift suddenly appears!
Fruitylympics	by Nayan Patel Jul. 29, 2010	$1.50	21 words	Sample 50%
Mr.Plum has been invited to the Fruitylympics. So the fruits have come out to play And compete on Olympics day Come and join in To see who will win.
Werewolf P.I.	by Tim Myers Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	51978 words	Sample 25%
Trask is a werewolf living in Dogtown, a slum where known werewolves are banished so they can be isolated and contained. Trask makes his living as a private investigator, helping others who have no where else to turn. There’s a tough barricade surrounding Dogtown, but when a Norm slips through to experience life on the dog side, Trask is hired by the family to track him down.
A Path to Murder (Suspense)	by Tim Myers Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	43174 words	Sample 25%
Richard Dorey thinks life is fine until his house blows up! After he buries the remains of his wife and daughter, Richard discovers that, instead of perishing, they have been kidnapped by a madman. To get them back alive, Richard must meet harder and harder goals as he hikes a section of the Appalachian Trail. If he misses a checkpoint, his family will be punished, ultimately with dead.
A Killer Snowstorm (Suspense)	by Tim Myers Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	70461 words	Sample 25%
When Cusp breaks out of prison, there are two things he must do; see his daughter, and kill the man who put him behind bars, Parrick Wolf. As a snowstorm takes over the sleepy little town of Alder Sp;rings, Wolf battles the elements as well as the killer, and must search for his girlfriend’s missing daughter along the way.
A Deadly Way (Suspense)	by Tim Myers Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	45756 words	Sample 25%
Three friends hiking in the Smoky Mountains stumble upon a dead body with a backpack full of cash. From the moment they decide to take the money and run, their lives become filled with danger as the real owner wants all of it back, and isn’t afraid to kill to get it.
Uncut Diamonds	by Karen Gowen Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	99822 words	Sample 30%
Steel Magnolias with Mormon characters. Set in the Seventies in the heartland of the nation with fuel bills higher than house payments & interest rates at 13%. Marcie and Shawn McGill struggle to survive as Marcie relies on her sisters--Cindy, single but dating the wrong men & Linda who married rich--and the parents, a kindly Methodist minister & his cheerful wife who do what they can to help out.
Survey of Best Practices for Information Technology	by Robert Perrine Jul. 29, 2010	$0.99	55132 words	Sample 50%
The theme in this book is the need to align all the efforts in an Information Technology shop. The chapters describe the need for vision, best practices for projects, operations, governance and how to measure the results. The book is filled with short stories about how things really work today and how they will be better tomorrow.
Insect Effect & Parallels	by doomedmuse Jul. 29, 2010	$0.99	2962 words	Sample 20%
Two literary short stories by AnneMarie Buhl "Insect Effect"- The surreal story of three friends caught in a dark web of their own making. "Parallels"- Like train tracks merging in the distance, the lives of two people touch the same lake at different times. And as they stand on the shore, each must reach a place of acceptance as their lives are forever changed.
The Real Secrets of Christianity	by Richard Hooper Jul. 29, 2010	$7.95	32766 words	Sample 35%
History is always written by the victors. The Church has been successful in covering up its dirty laundry for a long time, but no more! Now the secrets are revealed for anyone willing to read what scholars have written and for those prepared to read Biblical texts with critical eyes. Here is a synopsis of what scholars now know; more shocking than any fiction invented by novelists or Hollywood!
Webbster and Button And The Flying Saucer	by KC Remington Jul. 29, 2010	$0.99	1594 words	Sample 50%
Webbster and Button take off in a flying saucer and find a brand new planet.
A Lady's Secret	by Gypsy deWilde Jul. 29, 2010	$0.99	7999 words	Sample 50%
The Civil War cost her almost everything. Offered a chance to help end the bloody battles taking fathers, brothers, husbands; Lady Constance became a spy. Finally it ended, but not before she met an unforgettable man. Two years later she is called to duty once more. Her orders: Stop the man she can’t get out of her mind from assassinating the President. And she is to use any means necessary.
PAYROLL, HR, AND BENEFITS GUIDE	by William Larkin Jul. 29, 2010	$9.95	21909 words	Sample 20%
In recent years, Payroll, HR and Benefits (PRHR) problems have become increasingly complex and difficult to handle. This guide will strengthen your familiarity with Human Resource, Payroll and Benefits issues and provide ideas for efficient and effective delivery. Upon completion, you will have the information and the critical thinking skills you need to execute a successful PRHR campaign.
Cold Winter's Magic - Sequel to The High Wizard of Silvinesh	by Rodney Scully Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	167836 words	Sample 50%
It has been six long months since Alentia escaped through the Plane of Fire with Erik, and the icy grip of winter has taken hold of all of Silvinesh. Will the light of Silvinesh ever shine again, or is this magical world about to slip into the dark embrace of eternal night. Cold Winter's Magic is the gripping sequel to The High Wizard of Silvinesh, both now available worldwide, in Ebook/Paperback
Fish ... Unlimited Variety, All Delicious	by Cheryl and Les Jul. 29, 2010	$3.99	3504 words	Sample 30%
Today’s lifestyle finds more people dining at home. Cookbooks are expensive. Our 20 recipe themed cookbooks are a fraction of the cost. Today’s meals are themed i.e. French, Italian, etc. or focus on an entrée. Our e-books focus on a subject such as “Meat” (Pork, Beef, Ribs, etc.) or an ethnic food (German, Spanish, etc.). The recipes are Easy, Quick, & Delicious.
Except The Music	by Kristine Kathryn Rusch Jul. 29, 2010	$3.85	9361 words	Sample 20%
«Where do musicians go to die?» «Wondering?” he asked. “About death?” She shrugged a pretty shoulder, then turned a lamp on the end table beside the bed. He hadn’t noticed the lamp or the end table before. Of course, he had been preoccupied. “Death is a hobby of mine,” she said so calmly that it made him nervous».
Shrimp ... A Plump, Juicy Gift of the Sea	by Cheryl and Les Jul. 29, 2010	$3.99	3098 words	Sample 20%
Today’s lifestyle finds more people dining at home. Cookbooks are expensive. Our 20 recipe themed cookbooks are a fraction of the cost. Today’s meals are themed i.e. French, Italian, etc. or focus on an entrée. Our e-books focus on a subject such as “Meat” (Pork, Beef, Ribs, etc.) or an ethnic food (German, Spanish, etc.). The recipes are Easy, Quick, & Delicious.
A Lone Palm Stands	by H.A. Olsen Jul. 29, 2010	$5.99	145058 words	Sample 20%
A semi-finalist in the 2010 Amazon Breakthrough Novel Contest, A Lone Palm Stands follows the sometimes zany, sometimes tragic life of a young woman whose world is turned upside down by a hurricane and finds herself on the path to becoming a famous singer-songwriter. Haunting and thought provoking, A Lone Palm Stands offers a unique look at the true meaning of family, friendship, and forgiveness.
Forbidden The Stars	by Valmore Daniels Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	71527 words	Sample 20%
A catastrophic accident in the asteroid belt has left two surveyors dead, the asteroid and their son completely missing. The first mission to Pluto, led by the youngest female astronaut in NASA history, has led to an historic discovery: there is an alien marker. We are not alone! From a criminal base on Luna, an expatriate launches an offensive. The race for interstellar space is on!
Bead's Pickle	by Carolyn Hill Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	60926 words	Sample 15%
Bead McCheckrovsky’s band of misfits and teenage runaways have made a home for themselves running a fast-food restaurant aboard the aging starship Anarchy. When that home is threatened by government agents and menacing figures from their unhappy pasts, they hatch a desperate scheme to seek help from a mysterious race of dangerously eccentric aliens. But are the ghostly aliens friend—or foe?
Jesus Had Two Dads - And a Virgin Mom	by Patrick Triplett Jul. 29, 2010	$2.50	18427 words	Sample 25%
A humorous and nostalgic look back at growing up in the fifties and learning about life, religion and sex
Rice ... Heart Healthy, Low Fat, Gluten-Free	by Cheryl and Les Jul. 29, 2010	$3.99	3521 words	Sample 20%
Today’s lifestyle finds more people dining at home. Cookbooks are expensive. Our 20 recipe themed cookbooks are a fraction of the cost. Today’s meals are themed i.e. French, Italian, etc. or focus on an entrée. Our e-books focus on a subject such as “Meat” (Pork, Beef, Ribs, etc.) or an ethnic food (German, Spanish, etc.). The recipes are Easy, Quick, & Delicious.
Death's Avenger	by Diana Rohlman Jul. 29, 2010	$6.95	60741 words	Sample 20%
Fantasy. Her brother dead, murdered along with the Duke she served, Karal must have the revenge she craves. Skyei, a young peasant girl, is thrust into a life of turmoil, intrigue, and grief, all at a time when she is battling the fierce facts of life. Death's Avenger deals with two women fighting to stop a cruel and vicious Duke intent on gaining complete power.
Lamb ... Roasted, Baked, Grilled, Stewed	by Cheryl and Les Jul. 29, 2010	$3.99	4447 words	Sample 20%
Today’s lifestyle finds more people dining at home. Cookbooks are expensive. Our 20 recipe themed cookbooks are a fraction of the cost. Today’s meals are themed i.e. French, Italian, etc. or focus on an entrée. Our e-books focus on a subject such as “Meat” (Pork, Beef, Ribs, etc.) or an ethnic food (German, Spanish, etc.). The recipes are Easy, Quick, & Delicious.
Lovie's Baby	by Janice Daugharty Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	3841 words	Sample 50%
From "Lovie's Baby": "They said they saw her that Monday morning running up the road toward the courthouse, with that pink blanket all nussed-up to her bosom like the baby was still alive. And it SOME cold..."
Chasing the Demons	by Anna Katherine Johnson Jul. 29, 2010	$6.95	102137 words	Sample 20%
Mainstream, based on a true story. Jenny married Michael Angel Fuentes and began twenty years of chaos with the unstable man. After two children, a nasty divorce and reconciliation, she agrees to move to Arizona to find peace in desert living. She cannot foresee the nightmare they will soon be living.
How Not To Raise A Child With A Disability	by ee moriarty Jul. 29, 2010	Free!	1165 words	Sample 50%
Four basic rules to ensuring that your child's disability doesn't define them as an adult. Comments are welcomed.
Dathan Charles	by Dione Coumbe Jul. 29, 2010	$5.00	201104 words	Sample 30%
Dathan Charles is adventure, romance, historical drama and much more...all intertwined with the exploits of the title character, a trailblazer who establishes an international business whilst dealing dangerously with figures ranging from American gangsters to a member of Adolf Hitler's Nazi government.
Kindergeist	by G L Richards Jul. 29, 2010	$2.99	112470 words	Sample 25%
Years after his mother’s death, a troubled teenager finds a renewed interest in his studies, which involve a colorful deck of cards and a flawless crystal ball. Murder sends the boy to Lamb’s Ridge in Southern Indiana. And Lamb’s Ridge’s fate is spelled out in the cards and in the murky visions found in the crystal ball. Then... comes the short cowboy....

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