Short Days

She came looking for her father…Bessie felt more secure and safer than she had in all the months since her mother died. There was always lots of food in the resort’s main kitchen and she had her choice of any room she wanted. John was almost as good at her favorite video games as she was and while she wasn’t certain whether to believe him or not, he’d told her that her father was even better. She would have really liked to play video games with him and found out for herself. There was so much she wanted to know about her father. So many questions that bubbled around in her head. And...

Things don't always go as you plan them to, and that's frustrating to someone like Shepherd Malone. Pegasus Quincy's old partner had intended to spend Christmas alone like he always did. That's before the snow arrived. And a strange beast. And an unexpected relative. Join Shepherd in this heart-warming Christmas short story as he learns to ride with the punches and accept what the holidays REALLY have to offer!

If you love living your dreams and accomplishing your goals, then you will love this book written by Senior Pastor Dederick Woodard, which is full of, "Thoughts," in the form of inspirational thought provoking writings, short stories and poetry, that you can do more than "ponder" with. These "Thoughts," are designed for you to "plunder" to assist you in actualizing and experiencing your dreams within you moments.

My name is Lucky Chance. I’m a young man looking for an exciting life of travel, and I’m here in Beijing to start a teaching job. On April 4th, 2019, my luck runs out. The Beijing Police show up to my apartment unannounced and I’m arrested on drug charges. I get no information about the law, my rights, nothing. After 14 hours of sitting handcuffed in a holding cell, my destination is Beijing Jail No. 6. I am in a cell with 14 Chinese men and 9 wooden beds for 24 hours a day. I have no idea how many days I will be here, or whether I will ever receive any information.

So many sweet romance stories always take place over Christmas. We love an adorable kiss in the flurries of gentle snow. But it’s time some other holidays get a little love too. Set during every month of the year, this collection of sweet romances will have you swooning from early January to summer solstice to New Year’s Eve. Proving that a happily ever after can take place at any time of the year. An anthology from End Game Press authors, we are very proud to bring you their excellent stories!

40 Terribly Unique Days Here is a collection of memorable, unique days, April Fool Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and many more special days we cheerfully celebrate each year. Each is marked in our particular way, filled with the extraordinary people that share our lives. I’m sure you will enjoy reading each story. Stories include: Blame It on the Groundhog I’m Not April’s Fool Honor A Veteran Election Day Disaster Memorial Day Madness Cinco de Mayo Labor Day Danger Zone And more…. Excerpt: An EMT checked out my ribs and decided they probably weren’t broken. I sat in the back door ...

None of these stories has any meaning beyond what the reader might impart to them. They are merely scaffolds on which the reader will create their own imaginative worlds. Stories unlock a door into the world of the imagination and usher the reader down its paths. As we tread the paths of our imagination guided by the words flowing across a page, we may relate the images conjured up by the text to our own lives, adding perspective and possibly enriching our experiences. Such is the power of fiction. It is largely why I wrote these stories.There are tales about war and how it affected both ...

Short Stories of Christmas Times. Missing Mary and Christmas Eve by Jeanne Seibert Operation Christmas by Derek Day Black Baby Jesus in Drag by Devane Clarke The Fountain that Became a Light and Christmas in Forever by Raymond Walter Seibert Turtle Christmas by J E Warr Love With the Skin On by Devlon Goodman The Legend of the Pink Socks by Cindy Kluck-Nygren Christmas Poem by Todd Brady de Garcia My Favorite Christmas by Liz Colvin A Time of Giving by Lee Hardesty

Continuing from his book, The Minibike Conspiracy, this is another collection of funny short stories. Fred Erick Shelton continues in his tradition of misunderstandings, miscommunications, and mishaps. Join the adventure with Fred as he camps out in Catman Swamp with his best friend, Kenny Haul. Ride along as he works with the zany Crumbwell family installing air conditioners in the most interesting places. Meet his editor Angina and her assistant Helga. And be there for the birth of his son while a crazy man runs through the hospital.

This power-packed book, "Fasting (Experiencing God's Power and Breaking Spiritual Barriers)" is for all who hunger for closer walk and intimacy with God, those in need of total freedom, spiritual refreshing, revival, breakthrough, overcoming spiritual dryness, depression, demonic possession and obsession. This book is a must-read for every believer, prayer warriors, men and women of God. It will strengthen your faith, give you victories, create a niche for you in your generation. You will learn about great men and women of God who shaped the world through fasting and prayers, how to break ...

Emily Pinkston learned at an early age that if you want something you should be willing to work for it. She bravely offers herself up for hire in Mr. Schulz's Doll Shop. See how one little girl changes the heart of a stern old German man and his wife. Nancy B. Brewer’s Emily Pinkston's short story series will delight, inspire and remind you to always be a child at heart. Perfect for readers of all ages.

Avery has been in deep mourning since the death of his husband, Michael. It's been six months, but Avery can't let go of the memory of his first and only love. Now Avery is celebrating his birthday for the first time since the accident, and he has only a single wish: one more day with the man he adores. When he wakes up with Michael in his bed, he doesn't know if it's a dream come true...or just another dream.

Holiday Stories book one Valentines Day is a collection of short stories by a team of extremely talented authors. “Candy Hearts” by Award Winning Author Chera Thompson - A curious visitor on Valentine's Day has an unexpected influence over a troubled family. “Sliding into Love” By Judi Getch Brodman shows you how when you least expect it things can change for the good. Allie suffered a horrible breakup two years prior. Valentines Day was the last thing on her mind. Romance was not even something she thought about. She hadn’t planned on meeting a great guy perfect for her but then ...

Writing short fiction is about creating new realities and reframing our own. In this 10-day experience, writers will follow simple, 20-minute prompts designed to support the creation of a full short story draft. Easy techniques are provided for creating dynamic characters, vivid settings, strong details, and memorable scenes.

Perfectly timed for a vacation getaway, this is beach listening at its best! This summer-themed anthology, headlined by New York Times best-selling author Lisa Jackson, features four unforgettable stories of sun-filled days and warm, intoxicating nights….

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on an exciting educational adventure perfect for readers ages 6-9! In this delightful installment of the "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three diverse friends discover the wonders of English language and traditions during a special school celebration. When curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya arrive at school, they're thrilled to find it transformed for an "All Things English" day! Your child will learn alongside our characters about: World Book and Copyright Day - fostering a love of reading and respect for authors International English ...

School Days is a collection of stories that captures the splendour of our school days. Here Ruskin Bond has weaved together some of the most adventurous and engaging school stories written by master storytellers like Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Samuel Smiles, Anton Chekhov, Richmal Crompton and others.

Be the first to know and to share what "International Give God A Hug Day" is all about. Learn how to celebrate plus appreciate the day with all of us. What's inside this short 10 page, easy to glance and read story book? Perfect for business, home, school, and office coffee table(s), especially during the love month of February! Hugs Pictionary love game Greeting card for God The miracle working Jesus prayer Secret mug hug coffee cake recipe Love jar with kindness prescriptions to give or take as wanted or needed

More tales from Davon Montgomery.

When the “grownup virus” hits, kids who live in the same apartment building must cope with strange new rules and extended time at home with parents and siblings.