Funny Shorts

Manhattan ghostwriter Jake O’Hara has been meaning to get her so-called love life—and her career—back on track. But lately, it hasn’t been easy. Especially now that her soon-to-be-married mother has witnessed a murder—in a confessional, no less. Shortly after Maura O’Hara arrived at the church, Father Billy Blake—controversy-plagued priest, anti-death penalty activist, and spiritual advisor to a notorious hit man—was shot dead. It’s no secret that Father Blake had a number of enemies—from a scheming drug lord to a dangerous clan on death row. Coming up with a list of ...

-Honolulu- Simone Hale used to be wild once, enjoying sex more than any woman in her tight circle of friends, inviting a new guy into her bedroom as soon as she was bored with the last, running through the Kama Sutra and enjoying the way her body could turn men on. That all changed with Victor. Simone’s been through a lot in her life, more than most woman her age would ever be able to dream of, including an abusive ex who crushed not only her physical body but her soul as well. She hasn’t been the same since Victor, at least not in the bedroom. Tim and Simone have a sensual relationship...

This is a collection of 11 short stories based on random dreams that I had. The dreams are weird, funny, and a reflection of my imagination.

En la selva tropical, la temporada de tormentas había iniciado La Señora Araña para ella y su hijo, refugio había buscado. El temporal estaba muy ventoso; truenos y lluvia caían En su casa, bajo las rocas, calientes y secos estarían.

She wants to be faithful. She also wants a baby, but that's proving to be a challenge... My husband and I have decided to finally have a baby. I’m fertile, but my much older husband is having problems breeding me. He gives me permission to cheat on him, but only for procreation, and only when he’s out of town. No problem, I think. There are always lots of guys flirting with me, and I can give them what they want while accepting the deposits I need to get pregnant. The library where I work makes the perfect location for a few hot quickies. But the more I cheat on my husband, the more I ...

The ten short stories in this humorous collection will send your funny bone into overdrive.

Elliot Evelyn Reid isn’t just the one that got away. She was my one and only. Once upon a time, Evie and I had plans to leave this place and never look back. Then the Army gave me the hardest mission of my life: living without her. Four years ago I broke her heart. Then she hightailed it right out of our tiny town in a cloud of broken dreams. She took my happy ending with her. Now she’s back. Not just in Texas, either. She’s in my house, my head, and— whether I like it or not— my heart. I let her go to keep her safe. Neither one of us ever expected to come home. But there’s no ...

The Boy Next Door Sharing a whole hell of a lot more than a cup of sugar with the boy next door. While Elliot's away, Brooke will play. Brooke and Matty should have been burning up the sheets 10 years ago. But we can’t always get what we want… Or can we? Brooke is out of excuses to not visit her family for Thanksgiving. There's an extra spot set at the table, a sexy stranger takes up residence. Except, the stranger’s not a stranger he's Matty Naverly. Strong and fit, filling out his jeans in just the right way, Matty looks more delectable than the big meal ever could. When Matty and ...

Fireworks in the city with an old flame, what kind of trouble could they possibly get into? Becca never truly got over her college sweetheart, and Ruston definitely never got over her. But no one ever said long distance relationships were easy. He knew it’d be awkward when she invited him to the 4th of July get together. All their other friends, sure, makes sense, but him? With her husband there? Past emotions swim to the surface in this story of summer fun, that perhaps gets a little too fun for those involved. Becca’s husband hasn’t even left the room. She’s never cheated on him ...

SHORT READ: Book 1 of the Cassidy Cousins A week-long beach trip. Six single men, and six single women. Anything can happen. James: She’s the one that got away. But this time, I’m going to catch her. A second chance is all I need to capture her heart. Who said forty is too old to fall in love? Layne: Single is not a dirty word. One marriage was enough. I'm never dating again. But now an old friend is back in my life. He's gotten even hotter with age. I try to resist, but he’s slowly winning me over. If you enjoy a flirty, steamy instalove, then you’ll love meeting the Cassidy ...

This short book is a collection of character studies set to the short story form. Hess explores the complexities of relationships between men and women, and the way men and women live with, and without, listening to one another. This collection includes "Nothing Extraordinary," the story of one Mr. Sissue, who just can't seem to get a handle on love or life. It also includes "The One Homeless Woman of Athens, OH," a story that explores a winning moment in the life of that one woman. The third story, "Mrs. Gumblebee," serves as a warning for all those who misplace their passion. The last ...

In uniform or out, I live by my own set of rules. I work hard, I play hard. And I always get my mark. When Maddie walks into my station, I know I’m going to get her, too. Sweet and innocent aren’t usually my thing. She needs my help, and I’m going to give it to her But I’ll have to be careful. This cat has claws. Hands Up, Readers! Landon is a rogue cop with nothing to lose except his heart. (And his uniform.) In need of a quick and steamy romance fix with no cliffhangers and a guaranteed HEA? Then do yourself a favor and spend some time with your new favorite curvy heroine and the ...

Have you ever wondered what a UFO abduction is like from the alien’s viewpoint? Can a machine provide comfort to a dying woman? What would it be like to fall into the hands of a get-rich-quick scheming extraterrestrial? All these questions and more are answered in this book of wonderfully crafted short stories by breakout author J.J. Harlan.

Funny Business is based around the theme of - what else - humor, and if you’re familiar with Jon and Guys Read, you already know what you’re in store for: an hilarious story.

Funny Business is based around the theme of - what else - humor, and if you’re familiar with Jon and Guys Read, you already know what you’re in store for: an hilarious story.

Portland and Atlanta, a fun new combo! Play Me in Portland: Saying that Elijah had a bad day a work would be an understatement. When his boss screams at him for something beyond his control, he knows that he needs a release before he completely loses his mind. Enter Leighanna, his beautiful wife, waiting for him at home for a date night he’ll never forget. Hint: it won’t just be the two of them. Leighanna’s new lover is anxiously awaiting his arrival, knowing that he’s somehow the luckiest bastard in the world to get a night with her. Elijah wouldn’t disagree. It’s become a fun ...

Are you a fan of addictive and suspenseful serial killer stories with unpredictable characters? "Four Hours" is the thrilling short story for you! “Twisted, trippy, and unique, 'Four Hours' is as dark as it is entertaining.” ~Bestselling Author Emerald O’Brien The high-rise on Fifth and Main is home to many eccentric characters, the types of suit-wearing men who buy exotic pets and import plants the likes of which aren’t available in stores. But when the doors close for the night, the building hosts another breed: those hired solely to care for these exotic acquisitions, those who ...

Novella. College freshman Hannah dreams of becoming an artist for a major motion picture studio. And, she’s got a shot…if she can get Max Stone to sign a few little forms. Max Stone. The Max Stone – the studio’s hottest, top-ranked, action star. Dark hair. Golden Eyes. Max. Maybe she’ll get to draw him. Maybe she’ll get a date out of this. Or, two, or three...Sure, Max never dates a girl more than twice. And, he doesn’t date nice girls, or co-workers, or crazy artists…and Hannah is all three….but if Max thinks Hannah will take ‘no’ for an answer, he doesn’t know ...

Sarah's Adventure: Sarah's best friend Helena receives a mysterious letter then disappears. When Sarah goes out looking for her, she gets into all sorts of trouble. While dealing with dangerous gangs, eavesdropping on secret meetings, tailing her eccentric uncle and avoiding school, she tries to find out what's going on. With bonus funny short story The Battle of the Deities: Gudrun the thief meets all sorts of interesting people, including an aunt and uncle he didn't know he had, a horse goddess, a saint, a philosophical talking penguin and a telepathic alien. They travel around together ...

Fantasy becomes reality. If it doesn’t, it’s just another missed opportunity. Heath left the country to follow his passion, leaving behind the girl of his dreams. But sometimes waking up isn’t so bad. Kelsey can’t believe her husband would cheat on her. The same man she chose to stay with when the love of her life traveled halfway across the world for work. To cheat is bad enough, but to suggest that now she do it too, to make them even and save their marriage, he’s not the man she married. Who on earth would she cheat on her husband with in the first place? The last face she ...