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Drawing from the Well: For Inspirational Guidance by Ruth Schults Drawing from the Well: For Inspirational Guidance by Ruth Schults May 27, 2010 Free! 33965 words Read a sample
How the Power of Prayer and God’s Guiding Hand Has Brought Physical and Mental Healing to Me.
This One Time, In Korea... by Kitty Pitman This One Time, In Korea... by Kitty Pitman July 12, 2010 Free! 11583 words Read a sample
Many United States Air Force veterans have spent a one year tour at Osan Air Base, South Korea. This memoir is a collection of short stories from a young airman stumbling her way through a year in a foreign country.
My Operation by Ernest Winchester My Operation by Ernest Winchester Sep. 09, 2010 Free! 519 words Read a sample
Some thoughts while facing surgery.
Kittyhawk Pilot by Michel Lavigne Kittyhawk Pilot by Michel Lavigne Feb. 25, 2011 Free! 96763 words Read a sample
This is the true story of “Stocky” Edwards, Canada’s top living fighter pilot. The story begins in Battleford, Saskatchewan where Stocky grew up. During his childhood, shooting partridge, and working hard, Stocky learned the lessons that would serve him well during the Desert War. This is the incredible story of a young Canadian who goes to war and becomes a superior pilot and leader of men.
Shamans and Healers : The Untold Ayahuasca Story (FREE SAMPLE) by Andrew Osta And Friends Shamans and Healers : The Untold Ayahuasca Story (FREE SAMPLE) by Andrew Osta And Friends April 19, 2011 Free! 22400 words Read a sample
The Amazon rainforest of Peru holds many secrets. There, magic is still alive, the impossible happens, and spirits freely interact with humans. Shamans with very real supernatural powers claim to heal incurable diseases using magical songs. Darkness battles against light in a constant war, and many souls are at stake. But the biggest secret of that mysterious world has never been told. Until now.
Where That Came From is Anybody's Guess by Sarah Rebecca Kelly Where That Came From is Anybody's Guess by Sarah Rebecca Kelly June 30, 2011 Free! 2009 words Read a sample
Young Herbie carried a club and knew how to sway opinions. At twelve years old, he was the leader of a gang of homeless street rascals. He told us that among the grocery cart pushers The Candle Lighter Shelter was considered 'the lesserof all evils'.
President Ronald Reagan & The Vietnam Veteran's Memorial by Robert Chapin President Ronald Reagan & The Vietnam Veteran's Memorial by Robert Chapin Aug. 15, 2011 Free! 1906 words Read a sample
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial - one of the most visited monuments in America. Each year millions of people the world over make the trip to this hallowed ground. Included in this short story is America's Premier Poster Poem by the author Robert. A. Chapin who was originally invited to meet with The President - and present his framed poem. Plans cancelled marine barracks bombed in Beirut.
John Pio Came to Maine by Al Newman John Pio Came to Maine by Al Newman Sep. 28, 2011 Free! 72918 words Read a sample
This is a biography of Madeiran immigrant John Pio and his wife, Margaret Ordway, and of most of their descendants. It cites a website where you can find family-related photos and documents, and provides instructions for finding the items you want to access. This book provides a glimpse of Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts history as it relates to the Pio line.
Rita Nightingale Comic Book by Tony Crowe Rita Nightingale Comic Book by Tony Crowe Oct. 02, 2011 You set the price! 153 words
The story of Rita told in comic book, short and to the point.
A Giant And The Mile Of Steel by Francesco Lolli A Giant And The Mile Of Steel by Francesco Lolli Nov. 13, 2011 Free! 2136 words Sample 20%
In memory of a young italian scientist, Marco Vergelli.
Twenty men with a past by Will Coe Twenty men with a past by Will Coe Nov. 16, 2011 Free! 17807 words Read a sample
A free collection of articles published during 2011 in the online biographical magazine, Egopendium. Twenty men of today assessed, not always sympathetically, by great figures from the past who had similar talents or achievements.
Hand-Dyes For Sale: How I Turned My Hobby Into A Business by Melissa J. Will Hand-Dyes For Sale: How I Turned My Hobby Into A Business by Melissa J. Will Dec. 02, 2011 Free! 11916 words Read a sample
Have you ever wanted to turn a favorite craft or art-based hobby into a business? Melissa reveals both frustrating and funny experiences with her hand-dyed fabric business. What started as a simple, online shop soon filled her days (and nights) with new challenges, opportunities, and unexpected visitors.
Une lumière au bout du tunnel by Xavier T. Une lumière au bout du tunnel by Xavier T. Dec. 06, 2011 Free! 53389 words Read a sample
Alcoolisme, l'histoire de recuperation d'un alcoolique. Une histoire de vie reelle, comment un alcoolique a reussi arreter de boire.
The Ultimate. by Danny Allen The Ultimate. by Danny Allen Jan. 08, 2012 Free! 28067 words Read a sample
In this elegy of life, times and music one reflects on the sentiment, sensations and symposium of times:1964 to 2011. From politics to purpose to propriety. Taken in story over the many decades, and the ideas and instances of one who lived through it and came out for the better. A conclusive about the tides of eras, engagements and incentives of music, mentality and emerging...
消えた横浜娼婦たち 第三章全文 by 檀原 照和 消えた横浜娼婦たち 第三章全文 by 檀原 照和 Sep. 09, 2010 Free! 624 words Read a sample
株式会社データハウスより発売中の書籍から、第三章（白塗りメリーの物語）を抜き出してリリース。10年におよぶ取材で明らかにされる「語られなかったヨコハマ正史」。「東京からもっとも近い異境」の地下世界物語。
The Long and Winding Road by RJ Bernard The Long and Winding Road by RJ Bernard Oct. 22, 2010 Free! 2245 words Read a sample
The trials and tribulations of a young man's journey from his home in the country to start afresh in one of the World's great cities.
Flight of the Spirit by David Young Flight of the Spirit by David Young Dec. 18, 2010 Free! 34565 words Read a sample
Homer Shoup, arrested in 2004 and charged with attempting to assassinate Vice President Dick Cheney, writes about his life-changing experience immediately afterward. Shoup writes about the man he was and the man he has become since.
In the Company of Heroes: Life-Shaping People, Life-Changing Moments by Woodrow Sears In the Company of Heroes: Life-Shaping People, Life-Changing Moments by Woodrow Sears Feb. 26, 2011 Free! 9874 words Read a sample
If you were lucky, mentors showed up to guide you through life's challenging times. You owe your heroes and need to pass their favors along to others. You're invited to meet 15 exceptional people who shaped my life. Most are no longer with us, so this book is part of my pay-back. I hope it will prompt you to remember the heroes in your life, and to keep those gifts alive by sharing them.
Lucia day in Ghedi by Francesco Lolli Lucia day in Ghedi by Francesco Lolli May 03, 2011 Free! 2328 words Read a sample
A strong memory again from the past. Santa Lucia as celebrated in the north of Italy, in the fog, waiting for Christmas. The celebration is unknown, I think, to the English readers. Undeletable memories from my parents, and particularly of my mother, who recently passed away.
SIRAT-E-HABIBULLAH (pbuh) by Dr. Yamin Memon SIRAT-E-HABIBULLAH (pbuh) by Dr. Yamin Memon June 30, 2011 Free! 18031 words Read a sample
Brief, easy to read and ready reckoner type biography of the holy prophet Mohmmed (pbuh). In easy simple English. With emphasis on his noble character and moral, birth, youth, preaching, married life, diplomacy, military caliber, the last sermon and heavenly abode.
I Deal to Plunder - (Part One w/o exhibits) by John-Talmage Mathis I Deal to Plunder - (Part One w/o exhibits) by John-Talmage Mathis July 16, 2011 Free! 16194 words Read a sample
gambling • exploitation • experience • discrimination YOU’RE FIRED! AUTHOR OPENS THE CURTAIN ON CASINO Hurt & Kicked to the Curb -The Opening- This is my story. My observations. In Mathis’ raw and emotional story, he tells both the story of his personal experience and gives a behind the curtain peak of the ins-and-outs of a casino.
Mahendra Lal Bose, The Great Philanthropist by Sandip Mitra Mahendra Lal Bose, The Great Philanthropist by Sandip Mitra July 29, 2011 Free! 2409 words Read a sample
The article depicts the life and activities of one of the great personalities of the Bengal-Renaissance during the Nineteenth Century.
A Parrot In My Soup by Andy Frazier A Parrot In My Soup by Andy Frazier Aug. 08, 2011 Free! 43424 words Read a sample
Andy Frazier is an author who has lived in France for almost five years. In the main he has gotten used to it by now, but sometimes he still complains. This is a collection of stories about his life, his thoughts and, very often, his dislikes over a two year period. Usually hilarious, occasionaly tragic, sometimes satirical, mostly unusual.
Uma luz no fim do túnel by Xavier T. Uma luz no fim do túnel by Xavier T. Dec. 20, 2011 Free! 47945 words Read a sample
Alcoolismo, a historia de recuperacao bem sucedida de um alcoolico. Uma historia de vida real, como um dependente do alcool conseguiu parar de beber.
Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 3 by Emari Valdicar Bare Boy's Skimpy Sex Stories # 3 by Emari Valdicar Jan. 08, 2012 Free! 1276 words Read a sample
Bare Boy is at it again. After a few years discovering the thrills of masturbation, he encounters a high school classmate that will introduce him to other pleasures of the flesh...
History of Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-On-The-Hill, Norwich, Norfolk. by Susy Scott History of Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-On-The-Hill, Norwich, Norfolk. by Susy Scott Jan. 22, 2012 Free! 4278 words Read a sample
Whitehorse Farmhouse, Morton-on-the-Hill, located just outside Norwich, served as an Inn from the late C17 through to 1912. References to this hostelry can be found in Parson James Woodforde's country 'Diaries'. A short, history of this now private residence can be found on Kindle. Written by Susy Scott, the author of Finding Jingo.
FATHER OF THE AMERICAN PARATROOPER by Gusdavis Aughtry FATHER OF THE AMERICAN PARATROOPER by Gusdavis Aughtry June 06, 2009 Free! 849 words Sample 100%
General William C. Lee is the father of the American paratrooper. He is without equal in the annals of WW II history. Almost totally unknown to the general public, it surely is appropriate on the 65th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of France to give him some due. General Lee was felled by a massive heart attack and was not able to lead his beloved 101st Airborne into battle.
A Submariners Story (Sinking to Crush Depth)(short story) by Frederick Rodgers A Submariners Story (Sinking to Crush Depth)(short story) by Frederick Rodgers Dec. 19, 2010 Free! 2381 words Read a sample
This is a true account of an unexplained dive in the British submarine HMS Alcide. This frightening event lasted only minutes but it felt like an eternity. It took place in 1964 and by Gods grace I survived to tell you this tale.
Rise: A Collection Inspired by Lift by Rebecca K. O'Connor Rise: A Collection Inspired by Lift by Rebecca K. O'Connor June 16, 2011 Free! 18716 words Read a sample
In celebration of the Kindle version release of LIFT, an award-winning falconry memoir, author Rebecca K. O’Connor shares a complementary collection of essays, short stories and poetry that further examines life in the shadow of a raptor’s wings.
A Day of Drowning by Glenn Gordon A Day of Drowning by Glenn Gordon Aug. 08, 2011 Free! 4748 words Read a sample
In this short story a day of snorkeling and spearfishing goes horribly wrong when experienced free-diver Scott Gordon stalks an intended quarry over the Edge of the Deep. By the time he realizes it, there's not enough air left in his lungs to make it back to the surface.
I Use My Thumbs As a Yardstick by Andy Frazier I Use My Thumbs As a Yardstick by Andy Frazier Aug. 16, 2011 Free! 23850 words Read a sample
A biography of a very interesting old man called John Frazier. This man has farmed for all his life in middle England. Sometimes he has been a pioneer, experimenting with new breeds and ideas. He has also been a champion stock breeder, international sheep and cattle judge, fishing expert, met most of the Royal Family and won numerous shooting contests. I am proud that he is my father!
Dorothea Harfield's Banjer, The Ding Dong Clocks, & Her Love of God by Robert Chapin Dorothea Harfield's Banjer, The Ding Dong Clocks, & Her Love of God by Robert Chapin Sep. 01, 2011 Free! 2659 words Read a sample
Dorothea's family from the hills of North Carolina were loggers and followed work to New England. She was not the prettiest of girls but had an inner quality which touched my heart. She was a true Christian and lived her life because of her "Love of God" Without reading a note of music and with her old banjo, broke into "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" by Earl Scruggs. Read on...
Hallucinations by David Barrett Hallucinations by David Barrett Sep. 07, 2011 Free! 6705 words Read a sample
A short story memoir depicting my alter ego Diego and his/our hallucinations on three different mind altering substances.
Plum Loco by Linda Boltman Plum Loco by Linda Boltman Sep. 28, 2011 Free! 1456 words Read a sample
Plum Loco is a humorous, heartwarming story about a single woman’s quest to replace her favorite red plum tree after firefighters are forced to cut it down in an attempt to save her home during the San Diego Witch Creek Fire of 2007. Lost without it, the author goes on a quest to find a replacement. The resulting story is her journey to bring the red plum home.
Two Unforgettable Christmases by Morgan St. James Two Unforgettable Christmases by Morgan St. James Nov. 23, 2011 Free! 4123 words Read a sample
This short story is Morgan St. James' reminiscence about two Christmases in her childhood that showed the power of love.
About The Key and the Broken Wing by Jessabell Tales About The Key and the Broken Wing by Jessabell Tales Dec. 20, 2011 You set the price! 1233 words Sample 40%
Jessabell Tales gives her fans and readers the chance to ask her a few questions about the book. Here she gives exclusive answers to anyone who wants to know why, how and when The Key and Broken Wing was written, published and off course what will she do next.
Josef K. Prokurist by Sergio Caldarella Josef K. Prokurist by Sergio Caldarella Oct. 15, 2008 You set the price! 4270 words Sample 30%
A metaphorical and allegorical analysis of the figure of Josef K. in Kafka’s work "The Trial". A complete reversal of the interpretative topos where Josef K., the central character of the book, is seen as not guilty. Here the guilt of Josef is interpreted in a new light. Una totale inversione interpretrativa della figura di Josef K. personaggio centrale ne "Il Processo" di Franz Kafka.
Ryznar Jerzy WstÄ™p by Jerzy Ryznar Ryznar Jerzy WstÄ™p by Jerzy Ryznar May 03, 2010 Free! 623 words Read a sample
RYZNAR Jerzy Ryznar Polski biznesmen, absolwent prawa. Mówi się o nim, że jest wizjonerem biznesu i geniuszem biznesu, który zawsze o kilka kroków wyprzedza konkurencję.Swoją przygodę z biznesem Ryznar Jerzy rozpoczął na początku lat 90. Pierwsze pieniądze Jerzy Ryznar zarobił na produkcji odzieży.Jerzy Ryznar w 1993 roku razem z żoną zaczyna inwestować na giełdzie.Jerzy Ryznar
Gorgeous Synchronicity: A book about the interconnectedness of human lives by Joe Guse Gorgeous Synchronicity: A book about the interconnectedness of human lives by Joe Guse May 19, 2010 You set the price! 20486 words Sample 50%
A personal journey to understand the interconnectedness of human beings from a former comedian, psychotherapist, and writer.
Hugely-significant vocational unpleasantness by Dan W.Griffin Hugely-significant vocational unpleasantness by Dan W.Griffin July 22, 2010 Free! 2305 words Sample 99%
What's your worst-ever job? Of mine, this was one of many. I hope that it doesn't put you off chicken.
An Ordinary Man In An Ordinary World by Martin McGregor An Ordinary Man In An Ordinary World by Martin McGregor Oct. 23, 2010 Free! 29243 words Read a sample
I have seen more in 41 years of life than some people would see in many lifetimes. I have lived and loved hurt and suffered. My father was an alcoholic, but I never stopped loving him. This is the story of a messed up childhood, and Micheal Jackson thought he had it bad? No chance. I witnessed, death, rape torture, fighting, hatred and suffered at the hands of bullies. This is my true story
Wildlife Not Wild Life, A Short Story about Eighteen Men and Two Women by Nancy Ellen Wildlife Not Wild Life, A Short Story about Eighteen Men and Two Women by Nancy Ellen Jan. 20, 2011 Free! 11118 words Read a sample
This short story is about my travels around the State of Colorado while taking a graduate course called Wildlife Habitat Management at Colorado State University with eighteen men and one other woman. My experiences were painful, horrifying, embarrassing, gross, majestic, informative, sexy and very funny. Please take a look at my novels, A Woman of Moderate Decadence and Dellie’s Room.
The Further Adventures of SapioSlut by SapioSlut The Further Adventures of SapioSlut by SapioSlut Aug. 28, 2011 Free! 25011 words Read a sample
"She is a gifted writer and reflects on her adventures in a very conversational, friendly 'Dear Diary' style. I felt as if I'd been given secret access to her deepest inner monologues." Based on a top-three sex blog (2010), this is the true and inspiring story of an ordinary woman who achieved an extraordinary sex life, and includes lots and lots of kinky sex, S&M, bondage, exhibitionism...
Surviving The Experience by Ryan X Surviving The Experience by Ryan X Sep. 23, 2011 Free! 11766 words Read a sample
This is the story of how I came to realize that our world as we know it is coming to an end. The aim of the story is to help one understand what must be done in order to be ready for the transition and in doing so, surviving the experience. It is entertaining as it is thought provoking, ultimately serving to help those who wish to overcome their demons, and take control of their hearts and minds
True Life - The Soldier who Served Under Three Flags by Brian Comerford True Life - The Soldier who Served Under Three Flags by Brian Comerford Dec. 03, 2011 Free! 1228 words Read a sample
Clem Ryan, from Ireland, served in the Armed Forces of Ireland, Britain and the United States.He visited Hiroshima six months after the Atom Bomb. He provides a chilling first person account of that visit. He volunteered for service in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star for Meritorious Service. This is his story.
Thunder Breaks in on Silence by Tim Conley Thunder Breaks in on Silence by Tim Conley Dec. 12, 2011 Free! 19377 words Read a sample
This is an Free e-book designed to make time go quickly in airports and on long trips. It is a compilation of short stories, poetry and comments on hot spots of the time in which they were written. I trust that you will enjoy them and return to Smashwords to read other books that are offered there.
Lessons from the desert by Laura Thompson Lessons from the desert by Laura Thompson Jan. 29, 2012 Free! 10315 words Read a sample
A generation-x journey in and out of religious life. This is an autobiography of my spiritual journey seeking God and finding myself.
A Mix of Holiday Memories by E. P. Ned Burke A Mix of Holiday Memories by E. P. Ned Burke Nov. 05, 2008 Free! 8592 words Read a sample
Authors E. P. Ned Burke, Madonna Dries Christensen and Carrillee Collins Burke share some of their favorite holiday memories with you.
MOD REVIVAL 1979 - Second Generation Mod's 'n' Rockers by Anthony Gregory MOD REVIVAL 1979 - Second Generation Mod's 'n' Rockers by Anthony Gregory Oct. 24, 2010 Free! 1272 words Read a sample
British youth culture has seen many different styles. Teddy Boys outraged post-war Britain with their fashions and attitudes. A decade later Mods and Rockers shook British Seaside resorts with their now-legendary battles. But within a few years interest waned and it was all but over, as some Mods left the scene; others turned Hippy and the harder lads turned Skinhead.
Got Hope? by Chuck Helmer Got Hope? by Chuck Helmer April 26, 2011 Free! 1302 words Read a sample
Mark Fittz, a missionary-architect with CAM International, provides hope to the people he serves by providing others with a Honduran commodity – coffee. The resources that are generated from sale of the coffee provide a source of income for the people in the community and communicate the gospel in the process.