Funny Shorts

From the author of Aevalorn Tales comes a story about the power of words, deception and subterfuge, and helping out an old friend. When esteemed emissary Ser Roham Baz falls victim to a mysterious curse that twists his words, it's up to his loyal friend, Joliver Barleywood, the clever Halfling Bard of the Aevalorn Parishes, to unravel the mystery. Joliver must use his cunning tongue to root out those who cursed Ser Roham, undo Roham’s affliction, and save the kingdom from falling into war. Set amid diplomatic negotiations fraught with tension and deceit, The Taunting Tongue weaves ...

El amor está en el aire... y con grandes descuentos. Katherine «Kitty» Jenkins vive su vida según los números como la mejor analista de precios de SkyLine Airlines. Pero cuando descubre una laguna en su sistema que también ha encontrado Tyson Hound, el innovador de Atlas Airways, su rivalidad profesional da un giro inesperado. Pronto se enzarzan en un juego de alto riesgo que consiste en reservar vuelos con descuento en las aerolíneas del otro, lo que provoca encuentros «fortuitos» a 35.000 pies de altura y conversaciones que duran mucho después del aterrizaje. A medida que se ...

Angelina Gianetti is a lot of things: mother to an absolutely adorable four year old daughter, sister to the world's most spirited wild child, heir apparent of Papa Gino's Famous Italian Cuisine, and a 26 year old widow. Papa Gianetti, her mentor and father-in-law, loves her like his own, and the whole matter of his retirement looks settled and done... Until Vinny shows up at the restaurant for work. Vincenzo Gianetti is several things as well: Papa's nephew, a former Marine, a high placing, extremely controversial contestant on a famous reality television cooking show... And a ridiculously...

Eight short stories about art, shadows and self. Creighton's second short story collection introduces us to a gallery owner who worries her husband will leave her for a doppelgänger; an artist whose creativity is blocked by intense fear on a retreat; a would-be writer who opens a PO Box to gather other people's letters to God; two mothers with guilty secrets; a young student contemplating suing a lecturer for boring her into deep slumber; a geologist travelling the earth to find herself; and a woman who flies home to bury her dead uncle, only to end up in a compromising situation. ...

Being a boy with a girl's name was just the beginning... Stacey Roberts detailed the family’s five-year adventure in their unpredictable Winnebago in his previous novel. Now, his free-spirited mother, entitled older brother, criminal stepfather, and not-so-trusty old Winnebago are back for the next chapter in his story. Machetes at the breakfast table, shooting grapefruit for sport, and a dogged police detective get the story rolling, along with trailer park bullies and his mother’s daily menu from hell. Through his work, Roberts explores the relationships between parent and child and ...

My skin is heated, feeling too tight as I stare at him. My husband’s best friend, Pete, looking good enough to eat and Mama’s hungry. I spent all day preparing for this frat reunion. Most of Jay’s friends are stockbrokers or accountants, pushing their glasses up their nose all day at a cramped desk, but not Pete. He’s the toned and muscular god of a man that works with his hands. I imagine they're hard and calloused and would feel rough against my overheated skin. The two of us recreate that sexy night all those years ago, the one we each swore the other forgot all about. My Best ...

Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the realms of the unexplained, the surreal, and the uproarious. This is a collection of short stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, make you question reality, and have you laughing out loud. From haunted houses that send shivers down your spine to bizarre encounters that defy logic, and humorous escapades that will leave you in stitches, these stories traverse the entire spectrum of human experience. Each tale is a unique adventure, promising to leave you both perplexed and delighted. Dive into this eclectic mix, where the scary, ...

What is it that’s so bad about a man’s marriage that he is driven to commit the perfect murder? Why is a gambler’s fate sealed when messages from the future give him the names of winning horses? Will a psychic be able to help the desperate parents of a kidnapped child? These are just a few of the stories in this collection of bite-sized tales which include ghostly goings-on, out-of-this-world visitations, murder, the paranormal, fantasy, nostalgia and much, much more. Author Anthony Talmage escorts us through a rollickingly enjoyable collection of stories for grown-ups

Everyone's favorite vampire detective is back in a brand-new short story! (Plus two bonus stories!) Included in this collection: "Moon Musings" - Samantha Moon is back and...blogging? Turns out the vampire mama has a lot to say on the subject of life, death, and fighting demons. And what better outlet than in an anonymous blog? For those who want to know what's really on a vampire's mind... "Moon Memories" - He's a new client with lots of questions. She's a vampire feeling oddly chatty. Is he ready for the answers? "Moon Quiz" - It's a quiz in a magazine, meant to entertain and perhaps kill...

It’s just another morning on the fifth of July. The country is another year older; Gus is a touch hungover, the coffee in his office is stale, and all Gus wants to do is go home and start over again on July sixth. Unfortunately Father Xavier visits the sheriff’s office and he’s brought along a gift. He has a green jacket that should have been put in the church’s lost and found. The father suspects it belongs to a missing girl named Erica Torres which is odd given the jacket is marked as belonging to E. Rossi. Erica went to school one day and never came home. She was picked up by a ...

Book Description From the ingenious mind of modern AI comes a side-splitting, over-the-top cozy romance that skewers every festive cliché with razor-sharp satire. In Tiny Ego, Big Christmas (which we wanted to call Lord, Grant Me the Confidence of a Mediocre White Man), a diminutive, bombastically self-assured real estate heir—Chase Farnsworth IV—arrives in the enchanting town of Peppermint Falls. With the swagger of a mini monarch and the bravado of a reality TV titan, Chase plans to transform this quaint, candy-cane–adorned haven into a luxury resort spectacle. His grandiose vision...

It’s a tale as old as time. Mobster meets stripper. Stripper doesn’t take her clothes off. Mobster kidnaps stripper. Sin City is no place for amateurs. When it comes to dancing, I know exactly what I’m doing. But dealing with a deadly and gorgeous mafia don? Now I’m just making the steps up as I go along. One thing’s for certain. It’s going to take two hands to hold on to this pole. Her Last Dance is a short and steamy instalove story about an alpha mafia boss and the innocent dancer that captures his heart.

Hace mucho, mucho tiempo, en un lugar muy muy lejano Un gran barco pirata salió a navegar un día temprano, Llevaba sacos de plata y oro que valían mucho dinero, Y tres piratas malvados, fuertes y de carácter aventurero.

Have you ever been married to a demon…I mean, a narcissist? No? Well, let me tell you about it, and it ain’t going to be pretty. Grab a glass of wine—trust me, you'll need it. I’d always been drawn to the charismatic types. You know the kind—loud, brimming with confidence, and always wearing a smile that could charm the Satan himself. Little did I know, I was about to sign a lifelong blood contract with one who truly might. Now, being married to a narcissist is a lot like organizing a circus. At first, you’re thrilled to be part of something that excites so many people; then you...

This audiobook contains hundreds upon hundreds of the most funny and amusing jokes - so you can fall on the ground and start laughing your head off! You only live once, but if you live it right, then once is enough. These jokes will get you laughing for hours upon hours. Enjoy! Get it now.

Don’t get me wrong. I love the manicured lawns and symmetrically planted flower beds in our beautiful neighborhood. There’s something undeniably picturesque about the row of houses, their paint colors all meticulously approved by a committee of self-appointed taste experts who seem to be more worried about the shade of beige than actual world problems. However, all this beautifully decorated façade comes at a great price—putting up with the HOA board members. Now, if you're unfamiliar with the phenomenon that is an HOA (Homeowners Association), allow me to enlighten you. You either ...

John In the music business, timing is everything. It’s why I’m the greatest talent scout in the world. I see potential. I know just when to strike. Taylor Qwick has the voice of an angel and a face to match. She’s the total package: Innocence. Talent. A whole lot of sass. Her dreams and my job are one and the same: share her with the world. The only catch? Now that I’ve got her, I won’t share Taylor with anyone. Because this dreamgirl is my fantasy come true. And I’m never letting her go. Dear Reader, Rising Star is a Quick and steamy ride, complete with a hero OTT and alpha ...

I’m a chef, so when I see something delicious? I need a taste. Poppy isn’t just the sweet flavor of the month. She needs my hands on her innocent melons. Me? I want more than a snack. I want the whole damn meal. Trouble is, she works at my newest restaurant. But I’ll chop anything that stands in the way of our happily ever after. This girl is about to learn that the way to a man’s heart isn’t his stomach. Dear Reader,Holden is a sizzling chef who’s ready to get hot in the kitchen. Grab some oven mitts and hold on tight for a quick and steamy ride with no cliffhangers and a ...

Does the idea of sitting still for hours while a speaker drones on and on make you cringe? Do you find yourself daydreaming when you should be listening? Have you ever wished that the speaker would make his/her speech more interesting? Well, if you answered yes to any of the above, I understand. But, you’ll never feel that way if you listen to Joel Osteen. He is a renowned inspirational pastor and speaker. I Like to Start with Something Funny is a compilation of many of Pastor Osteen’s witty remarks and “laugh-out-loud” funny jokes that put his captive audiences at ease and inspire ...

SHORT-LISTED IN THE LICHFIELD AND DISTRICT WRITERS´ SHORT STORY COMPETITION A funny, charming and original story that will be loved by children and adults alike. In an old book of Philosophy there were once five naughty and rebellious letters. They belonged to the word: ORDER. And it happened one day that the letters were so bored and the panorama around them was so gloomy, that they decided to jump out of the line in which they were imprisoned and run and play through the yellowing pages of the book. "Come on, let's jump," shouted the "O", excitedly.