Being Jamie Baker

      Kelly Oram
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After a freak accident gives seventeen-year-old Jamie Baker superhuman abilities she must go to great lengths to hide her secret. But after a supercharged kiss with star quarterback Ryan Miller she lands herself in the kind of trouble that could prove deadly. Will Jamie learn to contain her unstable powers before being discovered by the media or turned into a government lab rat?

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    The Tin of Secrets

      Steven Patrick Wilson
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Old Arthur is a cleaner at Sydney’s Central Railway Station. One of those invisible people who carries out the thankless jobs that make our lives easier. He keeps to himself and no one can remember the last time he had a sickie. In fact no one knows much about Arthur at all and that’s just the way he likes it. But that’s about to change when his dark past finally catches up with him.Old Arthur is a cleaner at Sydney’s Central Railway Station. One of those invisible people who carries out the thankless jobs that make our lives that little bit easier. You know, keeping public spaces clean, replacing our toilet paper rolls and removing smudges from the restroom ceramic and mirrors. He keeps to himself and no one can remember the last time he had a sickie. In fact no one knows much about Arthur at all and that’s just the way he likes it. But that’s about to change when his dark past finally catches up with him.An award winning short story in the 2011 National Year of Reading Competition.

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    The Death of Helena

      Steven Moore
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Imagine being dragged from your bed in the darkest, coldest hours of the night, and taken to a place you believed only existed in nightmares.Imagine being dragged from your bed in the darkest, coldest hours of the night, and taken to a place you believed only existed in nightmares.That is what happened to Helena, and the rest of the haunted souls in Krakow's Podgorze Ghetto. She had heard the rumours. They all had. But with half of her family already dead or missing, hope was all that Helena had left. But hope can be distinguished as easily as a candle in the wind. Nazi liquidation wasn't just a nightmare. It was real. And it was happening to Helena.

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    From The Other Side: Two Stories

      Geoffrey Kruse-Safford
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Two stories of life, death. the after-life, and the power of love. In "Drawing Down Dark", Christ Helms gets some help finding his way back to his Mom and Dad. "From The Other Side" is a send-up of popular paranormal investigation programs, told from the ghosts point-of-view. If you ever wondered what they were doing in the midst of all the madness, here's your chance.This book is a collection of short stories written by the children of Knowsley Schools.During the Autumn term of 2013, Knowsley CLCs held a competition for children between the ages of 7 to 11 called the “Young Author Competition”. This gave primary school children in Knowsley the chance to become a published author whilst still at school and have their story downloaded read and enjoyed all around the world. This competition will be an annual event that aims to celebrate National Short Story Week.

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    Victory - A Short Story

      Shyreen Tyler
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Victoria lived in conformity as the rest of the country. The government had absolute power and a tight grip over the population. Food and jobs were scarce, crime ruled the streets and speaking your mind could land you in jail. When Victoria is asked where her loyalties are, she makes a decision that takes her on an unexpected path, which requires her to summon all of her courage and heart.SymphonyMonochroaticMultiverseProphylaxiz

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    The Journey - A Short Story

      Harnam Shunkumar
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Mourning the death of his father and tormented by the politics of the land, Shami realizes that he will do what needs to be done: for the sake of his future and that of his family's. Driven into poverty and an uncertain future in his childhood, he daringly enters a world of political activism. He could face the wrath of the state security police. The enemy is powerful and serve their own justice.Mourning the death of his father, and tormented by the politics of the land, young Shami is certain of one thing: he will do what needs to be done - for the sake of his future and that of his family's. As his family faces an uncertain future, and is plunged into a cruel world of poverty and suffering during his childhood years, he not only joins the working world but he daringly becomes politically active. Under the political regime of the time, he could face political persecution and the wrath of the state security police for engaging in political activism. He is overly protective of his mother and is aware of the sacrifices that she has to make for the sake of their fragile family and for their fellow countrymen. They have to fight a formidable enemy - one that's intent on protecting their way of life and will go to extremes to preserve what they believe is their right. The enemy is powerful, and they have the resources to tackle any threat the activists may pose. They believe in their own brand of justice. They have no time for arrests and court cases and other long-drawn out processes of the law. Shami forms a compelling and dynamic alliance with other activists, because their enemy is not an adversary to take on alone.

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    Right or Wrong?

      Stephen Michael
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is it right or wrong? are there situations where the wrong becomes right or vice versa? you'll find out for yourself when you read this emotionally disturbing short story.Sometimes, it's very difficult to draw the thin line between what is right and what is wrong. A case at hand is the one provided in this heart aching short story... how is this wrong? Is something wrong because there are circumstances that made it so or is it wrong because there is a universal judge? These questions and others are humorous implied in this short story. Michael is perhaps crazy enough to put all of us in a place where we are the ones to answer the question for him.

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    The Fountain of Truth

      Jeremy Bursey
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Christmas is a joyous time of year, full of festivities and storytelling, and what better time is there to tell a good fable than Christmas? That’s right, none! So find your favorite chair, gather the kiddies on the floor, and download “The Fountain of Truth” today. It has three stories in one! These fables cover themes about truth, wisdom, and purpose. In a fun way, not a “fun” way.In celebration of Christmas, the following three short stories are here to not only entertain private readers and reading groups alike, but to provide a moral for those who are paying attention. But not in a lame way. In a fun way.“The Fountain of Truth”: On Christmas Eve, at the Kingdom Affair restaurant, something miraculous has happened. Families who are normally secretive with each other are spilling their guts out at the dinner table, to everyone’s surprise, and these diners are waking up to a shocking truth that their lives aren’t perfect. What are they sharing? How are they reacting? And who’s responsible for this mess?“Christmas Log”: A radio station sponsors a million-dollar contest on Christmas Day and chooses four distinctly different individuals to participate. No details are given until the day of the contest, but each contestant must abide by the same rules, and each contestant must commit to the contest until they are able to complete the task they are given. Even though they are blind to the specifics, they go in willingly, as a million dollars are on the line. Then, once they are in place, they are given the shocking truth of what they must do to win their prize, and they must figure out the best way to handle their new reality without going insane.“St. Nick’s Gym”: The “true” origin story of Santa Claus, and how he became the figure we all know and love today. You may never look at Santa the same way again…unless this is exactly the story you’ve always believed in. But it’s probably not, so time for an education!

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    "E-Normal: Ten Paranormal Ebooks--COMPILED!"

      scifiguy3553
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Now, to-date, all ten Paranormal ebooks by scifiguy3553, whom is Joseth Moore.“19th & Emily,” “The Literary Virus,” “Custodial Science,” “The Starets’s Hunt,” “The Caregiver,” “Normal-PARA,” “There’s No Place Like Zone,” “Vengeance In 3D,” “Dead Silent,” and “Cousin Josh.”In this first book of the Memories Series: Dieudonne, a war survivor, returns to his village to find a puzzle box; a gift from an old friend waiting for him. Unable to comprehend the thought behind the gift, he turns to the foreigner who brought it to him. It happens that Lod Vanderson is not just the carrier who brought the gift but the very person whose story is imprinted on the puzzle pieces. The games of life, including the Football World Cup Lod attended with his dad in South Africa, are full of unpredictable losses and gains. Lod begins to recount his story and place each puzzle piece in its place so that Dieudonne will understand the thought behind the gift and who gave him the gift.

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    Billy the Bug: Short Stories, Games, Jokes, and More!

      Uncle Amon
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Follow the adventures of Billy the Bug! Billy is a potato bug that lives in a colony under a rock in the garden. No one has ever left the rock, but Billy has other plans. Find out what happens next! This is an excellent read for beginning and early readers. Each story is easy to read and exciting with cute and bright illustrations for younger readers and a coloring book!Are you looking for a kid's or children's book that is highly entertaining, great for early readers, and is jam-packed with bedtime stories, jokes, games, and more? This children's storybook has it all!Follow the adventures of Billy the Bug! Billy is a potato bug that lives in a colony under a rock in the garden. No one has ever left the rock, but Billy has other plans. Find out what happens next! This is an excellent read for beginning and early readers. Each story is easy to read and exciting with cute and bright illustrations for younger readers and a coloring book!These stories are great for quick bedtime stories and cute tales to be read aloud with friends and family.-Excellent for beginning and early readers-Great for reading aloud with friends and family-Cute short stories that are great for a quick bedtime story-Funny and hilarious jokes & illustrations for kids-Coloring book downloads includedThis books is especially great for traveling, waiting rooms, and read aloud at home.Story List & Activities:-Billy the Bug-The Rock Has Moved-Billy the Bug in Caterpillar Conundrum-Billy the Bug in Saving Snails-Billy the Bug in Riding on a Mouse-Funny Bug Jokes-Games and Puzzles-Game and Puzzle Solutions-Coloring Book DownloadsScroll up and click 'buy' and spend some quality time with your child!

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    A Friday Fairytale

      gipsika
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Vonce there vas a villain so vile, the vegetation vilted vhere he put his vicked vorking boots. And a Hero so Huge, so Hunky and Heroic, his name could only be Hugo. And a dragon so dangerous and diluvian (ante-), you get the idea. And then there was Nadisda: A being of pure magic. And one day the vile villain asked her to create a curse. That's where it all went wrong...Incomplete, being updated as it grows. You can download and view all of it...Vonce there vas a villain so vile, the vegetation vilted vhere he put his vicked vorking boots. And a Hero so Huge, so Hunky and Heroic, his name could only be Hugo. And a dragon so dangerous and diluvian (ante-), you dared not dash past his daggery glare. And a heroine so humble she ... hid herself haway... and a Princess so Precious, she... okay, you get the idea. And then there was Nadisda: A being of pure magic. A little ADHD, a bit scatterbrained, and very beautiful. And one day the vile villain asked her to create a curse, and that's where it all went wrong...

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    Oracle of Spirits #2

      Mac Flynn
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Enid Runa’s old life is officially over, and her new one is far stranger than she could have imagined. Ian Osman takes her on her first case as a paranormal detective, or at least one where she isn’t the client. The spectral spook proves difficult, but Ian has an idea to hone her skills as a mystic. He takes her to an old friend who isn’t what she appears. Sparks fly between Enid and her new acquaintance, and they aren’t the kind that impresses anyone. It leads Enid to wonder if she’s cut out for her new job, or even her new life. It takes a harrowing experience with the supernatural to point her in the right direction.

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    Silent Truth

      Sherrilyn Kenyon
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In the sizzling new adventure from New York Times bestselling authors Sherrilyn Kenyon and Dianna Love, a red-hot BAD boy teams up with a sexy television reporter on an explosive quest for revenge. Tough-as-nails Bureau of American Defense agent Hunter Thornton-Payne is no stranger to uncomfortable top-secret missions, but tonight takes the cake. He just needs to stick out a stuffy charity fund-raiser long enough to find the ruthless assassin he’s hunted for four years. It’s a rogue operation, but Hunter’s got nothing to lose—until a beautiful brunette unexpectedly pulls him into her own dangerous agenda. Abbie Blanton will do anything to cure her mother’s mysterious illness. When a high-profile heiress is murdered as Abbie tries to blackmail her for clues, Abbie realizes she’s stumbled into an unforgiving conspiracy—and she’s the next target. Soon, she and Hunter discover an alarming connection and begin a treacherous battle against an evil enterprise that *someone *will go to terrifying lengths to keep hidden.

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