This edition of the Grantville Gazette Volume 7 is derived directly from the online edition at http://www.grantvillegazette.com. Stories include: Canst Thou Send Lightnings by Rick Boatright Grantville's Greatest Philosopher? by Terry Howard Mule 'Round The World by Virginia DeMarce Von Grantville by Russ Rittgers Burgers, Fries, And Beer by John and Patti Friend Mama Mia, That's A Good Pizza Pie! by Jon and Linda Sonnenleiter Seasons by Mark H. Huston Not At All The Type by Virginia DeMarce Dr. Phil's Amazing Essence Of Fire Tablets by Kerryn Offord and Rick Boatright Zinkens A Bundle by Kerryn Offord Crucibellus by Kim Mackey The Mechanical Reproduction Of Sound: Developing A Recorded Music Distribution Industry by Chris Penycate and Rick Boatright Mass Media In The 1632 Universe by Gorg Huff and Paula Goodlett Railroading In Germany by Carsten Edelberger Harnessing The Iron Horse: Railroad Locomotion In The 1632 Universe* by Iver P. Cooper

Five years ago Eugenia “Genie” Prescott, the daughter of a country parson, gave her heart to a young nobleman who betrayed her. Seduced by an unspoken promise of marriage, she is forced from her home to avoid scandal. Irreparably changed from the destruction wrought by the failed relationship, Genie has paid for her sins in tragedy and heartbreak. Returning to England on the arm of the man who rescued her from hell, she is determined to reclaim the life denied her and never be at the mercy of a man again. But the secrets of the past threaten to ruin her future when she comes face-to-face with the man whose betrayal nearly destroyed her.Forced to choose between duty and desire, Lord Fitzwilliam Hastings refused to defy his family and do the unthinkable: marry a girl of inferior wealth and rank. But by time he realizes his error, Genie has disappeared. Haunted by the failure of his youth, and by the girl he could never forget, Hastings, now unexpectedly the Duke of Huntingdon, has searched for her for five years. But now that Genie is back, the duke has his chance for atonement and is determined to make it up to her… even if the reluctant Genie has to be persuaded.

The stunning conclusion of Ellie and Logan's love story that began on a hot August night in Reckless Longing and continued through the depths of winter in Reckless Secrets...Ellie My mother is a liar, a seductress, a keeper of family secrets, and a master manipulator. She took Austin from me. Now she claims she wants forgiveness. But she's after Logan. I know she is. He thinks he can protect me from her. I love him for trying, for playing hero, but he doesn't know her like I do. She'll charm him until he lets his guard down and then she'll strike so quickly he'll never see the attack coming. I may already be too late to stop it. Logan's love is essential to me, like sunshine and deep nurturing breaths. He's my all. I can't live without him. But there's so much standing in the way of our happiness. As dangerous as she is, Mom is the least of my worries. I'm fighting the darkness Logan is struggling with, the upcoming trial, his family, and sometimes I even think I'm fighting a phantom of myself. But I won't give up. Ever. Logan I wish I could make El understand how much I love her, but I'm losing control. She makes me lose control. Since the abuse, that scares me shitless and brings back the guilt and the memories I want to erase. Things that have nothing to do with El, and everything because they affect the man I want to be for her. I can't face losing her. I don't want her to hear the ugly truth about me, but I have to testify. I have to, even though I'm risking everything and fighting my dad and myself to do it. After it's over, will El still love me? I have to help her reconcile with her mom. Then maybe she'll understand. This is a contemporary romance with mature themes, language, and situations. Readers should be over 17!

Many new poems and selections from three full length collections make this an excellent introduction to the author. There is something for everyone in this book. The clear open poems have a glow that seems to strengthen on re-reading. The settings are mostly in Maine, Hawaii, India, and Thailand.New and selected poems make an excellent introduction to a fine American poet.Dixieland piano late at night in a pine woods … an elderly woman's blue dress … a postal clerk dispensing stamps, packaging, and devotion … a ring and a prayer thrown into the River Ping … a Thai lover on the back of a Honda 125 … a man singing in a sidewalk machine shop … an unexpected death …The author's recent poems were written in Maine, Thailand, and Australia. They continue and extend the work in his three full length collections (each generously sampled here). The author uses simple words, usually beginning with a description, moving as he writes toward deeper understanding of the subject. "Every poem is a battle against style," he has said, "not to repeat yourself, to let the subject speak with its own voice." There is something for everyone in this book. The clear open poems have a glow that strengthens on re-reading. A treat for poetry lovers.

The companion ebook to the Penning Perfumes tour organized by Odette Toilette and Claire Trévien across the UK. This anthology presents the work of twelve poets from Manchester, Birmingham, Oxford, and Bristol, as well as the quickfire haiku of audiences from these four cities.Penning Perfumes was supported using public funding awarded by Arts Council EnglandThe companion ebook to the Penning Perfumes tour organized by Odette Toilette and Claire Trévien across the UK. This anthology presents the work of twelve poets from Manchester, Birmingham, Oxford, and Bristol, as well as the quickfire haiku of audiences from these four cities. Featuring poems by Lucy Ayrton, David Briggs, Holly Corfield-Carr, Anna Freeman, Dan Holloway, Andrew Mcmillan, Kim Moore, Anna Percy, Bohdan Piasecki, Jacqui Rowe, Camellia Stafford, and Eloise Stonborough. Bonus material includes three new poems by John Clegg, Lindsey Holland, and Dan Simpson.Penning Perfumes was supported using public funding awarded by Arts Council England.

A one scene comedy based on an audition night for Juliet, featuring a crusty Director with an ulcer and his young nephew reading for Romeo. The nephew tries to exploit his relationship with his uncle to further his romantic designs successively on each of the three Juliets. 35 minutes running time.A one scene comedy based around an audition night for Juliet. It involves a crusty Director with an ulcer, and his young nephew who is reading for Romeo. The nephew tries to exploit his relationship with the Director to further his romantic designs successively on each of the three prospective Juliets. The play provides a range of acting experiences for all the main actors, including short sections of Shakespeare's play. Ideal for a school play, competition, or as part of a one act play night. The play has been performed successfully for a season with an amateur theatre group, with the author as Director. Running time was 35 minutes.

Marisol's days with Fin are dwindling and they still haven't discussed where they stand, and that's not the only thing Marisol doesn't know about him. They've continued to trade secrets for sex, but when Fin reveals one particularly traumatic secret, will Marisol be able to handle it? Or is it better call it quits before she falls even deeper?

"In (Tower Zero) as in his other stories, Nicholls introduces the drug of compulsion - a prescription you cannot get over the counter." (Bruce Pascoe, Editor, 'Australian Short Stories' No. 53). Fifteen short stories to remind us that no life, whether rough or fastidious, is without its extraordinary moments.Piper Justice, 38 years old with gorgeous green eyes and stunning black hair, is miserable. She is supposed to be on holidays, her basement has just flooded and she is feeling unusually lonely and lost.Rob Mossman, 41 years old with a great physique and a gentle nature, is in mourning. He is now a single parent to his 5-year-old daughter Jennie, as his wife Sandra was killed in an accident a year ago. Piper needs a temporary place to live, Rob has a rental unit in his own house. They are both seeking love but, as life will have it, many obstacles block their route to a full relationship. This is part one in a three-part series that sees Piper's pride and mistrust give way to love.

After his son is killed in an accident, a writer tries to pull it together. He flees to his mountain cabin to write. After he finishes a great novel he heads back to New York. Or did he?Two researchers descend deep into the underground facility to feed the zombies and give them their weekly dose of Serum. Thanks to stringent security protocols, nothing can go wrong!THE 'ZOMBIES VS VAMPIRES VS DEMONS' WORLD:In a post-apocalyptic world, humans are a just valuable resource: zombies want their brains, vampires want their blood, and demons want their souls. Pure humans are difficult to come by, and the factions scrape what they need from each other, either through brute force or fragile alliances.SUPERNATURAL FANTASY STORY [1250 words]

Jack Landry, a notable wire-form artist seems to not be feeling like himself. He woke up one morning and discovered he was a robot, or more correctly, an android! Talk about waking up on the wrong side of the bed!Part of my "Snack Reading" series that can be read in about an hour.Jack Landry, a notable wire-form artist seems to not be feeling like himself. He woke up one morning and discovered he was a robot, or more correctly, an android! Talk about waking up on the wrong side of the bed!He enlists the help of his brother Bruce, who is an MD to help him get to the bottom of this problem. Jack has all his human memories and experiences. So what's going on???Part of my "Snack Reading" series that can be read in about an hour.

From award winning criminologist R. Barri Flowers and the bestselling author of Dark Streets of Whitechapel comes an enthralling new historical mystery at sea short, Murder Aboard the Titanic.From award winning criminologist R. Barri Flowers and the bestselling author of Dark Streets of Whitechapel comes a gripping new historical mystery at sea short, Murder Aboard the Titanic.A retired Scotland Yard detective recalls his run in with Jack the Ripper during the maiden voyage of the Titanic; while a doctor tries to fight his inner demons while traveling to America to honeymoon with his new bride.Included is the complete bonus short story, Love Aboard the Titanic, where two passengers engage in an ill-fated romance with consequences well beyond the sinking of the ship. Also included are excerpts from the author’s bestselling historical thriller, Dark Streets of Whitechapel.Follow R. Barri Flowers on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Goodreads, LibraryThing, YouTube, Flickr, Wikipedia, and www.rbarriflowers.com.

The World's blues in a lyrical song and poetry book. This collection features love, loss, heartache, break ups, and a few alternative poems to mix it up. This is a personal collection of how the author feels and some of the experiences he has gone through, whether losing a girlfriend a loved one or struggling with depression.The World's blues is a lyrical poem and song book. This collection features love, loss, heartache, break ups, and a few alternative poems as well. This is a personal collection of how the author feels and some of the experiences he has gone through, whether losing a girlfriend a loved one, or struggling with depression. If you want a book to touch your heart you will want to read this collection as it will pull you and your emotions in all directions.

When Jimmie Blacksmith marries a white woman, the backlash from both Jimmie's tribe and white society initiates a series of dramatic events. As Jimmie tries to survive between two cultures, tensions reach a head when the Newbys, Jimmie's white employers, try to break up his marriage. The Newby women are murdered and Jimmie flees, pursued by police and vigilantes. The hunt intensifies as further murders are committed, and concludes with tragic results.Thomas Keneally's fictionalised account of the 1900 killing spree of half-Aboriginal Jimmy Governor is a powerful story of a black man's revenge against an unjust and intolerant society.

One Player tamed. One nerd girl satisfied. And one more major life decision to make. When Will fell for Hanna, her quirky sense of humor and fierce dedication to her career were part of the attraction. (Not to mention her coy newbie attitude toward sex and her willingness to let him teach her everything.) But when the job offers start rolling in for her—and oh, they do—Hanna has trouble deciding what she wants, where they should live, and how much she should burden Will with the decision. Magic between the sheets is only one part of a relationship...getting on the same page is quite another altogether.