When his eccentric, cat-loving aunt decides to go out of town for the weekend, she asks her nephew to watch her cat. He's not an animal lover and he especially doesn't like cats. He's also convinced that Bruno the cat does not like him either. As can be predicted, things do not go well for the pair during their weekend together.When his eccentric, cat-loving aunt decides to go out of town for the weekend, she asks her nephew to watch her cat. He's not an animal lover and he especially doesn't like cats. He's also convinced that Bruno the cat does not like him either. As can be predicted, things do not go well for the pair during their weekend together. I got the idea for this story while looking at a website that was advertising job postings. I saw an ad for a 'cat sitter'. I love cats so the main character is not me at all. I thought that it would make for a humourous story to pair someone who doesn't like cats with a cat who was spoiled by his owner for a weekend. There is a little bit of heart and humour but I've tried to stay away from a clichéd happy ending. . For those of us who love cats, this story will just reinforce why we think they're so wonderful and intelligent. And for those who think that cat's are devious little beings, well, you may be right as well.

This is a short, fictional story. A humorous look at the plight of a short story writer. Written from the writer’s perspective, consulting an imaginary filing cabinet full of unused short stories. The writer tries to determine the merits of various stories they have written, all the while searching for a unique idea to pitch in a writing competition.This is a short, tongue-in-cheek, fictional story. A humorous look at the plight of a short story writer, wondering which story to put forward in a writing competition. Written from the writer’s perspective, consulting an imaginary filing cabinet full of unused short stories, the writer tries to determine the merits of various stories, all the while searching for a unique idea to put forward in a writing competition.

This book shows in details how the Genocide against Tutsis which took place in Rwanda in 1994 was planed and organized well before it happened. It also point out inconsistency in some reports of researchers which intend to lower the death toll of the genocide in the purpose to minimize its impact on the Rwandan society.The threat of Armageddon forces an alien race to look upon Earth as a new home world for their people. Against their superior technology Earth must rely upon Sally Jameson, a scientist working for NASA. She becomes convinced that she has uncovered an alien plot against the people of Earth, she sets out to find the necessary proof to convince the authorities. However, she soon comes to the attention of the aliens who decide to kill her before she can convince her Uncle, a Texas Ranger, of the danger coming from deep space. As she battles to win so the aliens use ever more terrifying weapons in a bid to keep their presence a secret, but help comes to her from a surprising source. The fight is on, the fate of the people of Earth is the stake, the winner of this galactic contest takes all.

An alien race 70 light years from Earth is desperately looking for a new home world as their own is about to be destroyed by a rogue planet. The only choice is Earth, and so they decide to de-populate, and take it for themselves. A lone scientist battles to prove that the aliens are finally on Earth, unfortunately she has come to the aliens` notice, and now the fight is on, the winner takes all.The threat of Armageddon forces an alien race to look upon Earth as a new home world for their people. Against their superior technology Earth must rely upon Sally Jameson, a scientist working for NASA. She becomes convinced that she has uncovered an alien plot against the people of Earth, she sets out to find the necessary proof to convince the authorities. However, she soon comes to the attention of the aliens who decide to kill her before she can convince her Uncle, a Texas Ranger, of the danger coming from deep space. As she battles to win so the aliens use ever more terrifying weapons in a bid to keep their presence a secret, but help comes to her from a surprising source. The fight is on, the fate of the people of Earth is the stake, the winner of this galactic contest takes all.

Tourists from all around have come to Hamelin to celebrate the 700th anniversary of the story that made her famous, The Pied Piper of Hamelin. Emiline encounters a man whom she believes is an actor hired by the mayor for the festival. All is not as it seems, however, as Emiline makes a discovery that fills her with fear. Who is this man and why has he come to Hamelin?The story of The Pied Piper of Hamelin has made the town famous and a festival is underway to commemorate the 700th anniversary of the story. Emiline has taken it upon herself to help tourists find their way around the town when she chances on Pfeifer. Believing him to be an actor hired by the mayor to perform for the festival, she agrees to take him to town hall.Soon, however, Emiline makes a discovery about Pfeifer, one that fills her with fear. Pfeifer takes her prisoner and demands she take him to town hall. Unwilling but unable to resist, she does as she is told. Who is Pfeifer and what was his purpose for coming to Hamelin?

Early every morning, before even the first, red moon finished rising above the horizon of his farm, Jaime Marquez worked - wanting a better life for his son than the one he himself had been allotted at birth. Then Jaime’s mind opened to the other world, and he decided. He had to escape.Early every morning, before even the first, red moon finished rising above the horizon of his farm, Jaime Marquez worked - wanting a better life for his son than the one he himself had been allotted at birth. Then Jaime’s mind opened to the other world.Jaime is the only one who can see it, when he closes his eyes. His family knows nothing about it; they see only their own world. Jaime sees the other. It’s all he can think about, all he wants. Jaime decides. He has to escape.“The Other Side of the Median” is a science fiction story that takes place in the context of two unique cultural backdrops. It was inspired by the work of Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

When Robyn (a famous author) decides to write her masterpiece, she’s amazed to find how fast the words are flowing onto the page. But when she visits a small town in Wales to get some inspiration, things take a turn for the worse. Will she finish ‘The Crickley Bay Chronicles’?Character Building is a short story, also available in the Grown By The Wicked Moon collection by Jessica Grace Coleman. When Robyn (a famous author) decides to write her masterpiece, she’s amazed to find how fast the words are flowing onto the page. But when she visits a small town in Wales to get some inspiration, things take a turn for the worse. Will she finish ‘The Crickley Bay Chronicles’? Or will her ambitions just be too big this time? Want a Free Book? How About Two? The first book in my Little Forest paranormal mystery series, The Former World, is available for free from Smashwords, so why not check it out now? If you sign up to my mailing list at www.jessicagracecoleman.com, you can also get the second in the series, Memento Mori, absolutely free, as well as the opportunity to hear about my new releases and exclusive Readers’ Group competitions. How’s that for a bargain?

A missing girl from a prominent, and wealthy familyAn albino psychic investigator's first day on the jobAn unborn baby with a psychic connection with her motherThe first riveting case Pennie assists with solvingThis is the beginning of albino psychic detective Pennie Apples. Before she was Avery Tran's sleuth and confidant in The Malevolent Twin.A missing girl from a prominent, and wealthy familyAn albino psychic investigator's first day on the jobAn unborn baby with a psychic connection with her motherThe first riveting case Pennie assists with solvingThis is the beginning of albino psychic detective Pennie Apples. Before she was Avery Tran's sleuth and confidant in The Malevolent Twin. Pennie Apples is young and living the life in Los Angeles, California. She has yet to find a career path. Until she stumbles on a detective agency run by Dennis Burke. A jolly, but thought provoking gumshoe. Pennie starts her first case, with a distraught mother wondering where her vulnerable daughter Elizabeth Wilder is. Pennie learns about twisted incidents that cause other detectives to flee. While she battles with problems at home. Can Pennie and Burke find the Elizabeth Wilder and save her in time?Find out inPennie Apples: Deleted Chapter

Found in the Wilderness (sequel to Lost in the Wilderness of The Forest of Evergreen Series) follows the adventures of the lonely teenager Sophia and her beautiful journey from embittered child to a person reunited with an unexpected beloved and kin.Found in the Wilderness (sequel to Lost in the Wilderness of The Forest of Evergreen Series) follows the adventures of the lonely teenager Sophia and her beautiful journey from embittered child to a person reunited with an unexpected beloved and kin. Along the way, she had to learn in the most painful manner that deep love is not always shown upfront and it does not always come in an obvious, glittering, and handsomely-wrapped up package. Sometimes, it comes in the form of a tucked-away, long-lost song, a forlorn poem, and a little-known, self-sacrificing effort... Has she come full circle? Check out the story as Sophia continues to learn and relearn what love, life, and HOPE are truly all about.*****Praise for THE FOREST OF EVERGREEN:Found in the WildernessBandiola returns with a sequel guaranteed to wrench reader's emotional heartstrings. Sophia's story continues to steer readers' minds and hearts as the second book reveals the answers to the mysteries surrounding the first book.Secrets after shocking secrets came haunting the already chaotic lives of the characters. As the book progresses, each character reveals far more layers, questioning everything you thought you knew about them. As lies and secrets began to be uncovered, more questions and more speculations are being raised.Emotional and intense! The Forest of Evergreen: Found in the Wilderness is an emotionally-charged novel filled with shocking revelations, appealing multi-dimensional characters, and suspenseful plot. Bandiola's exploration of family relationships, forbidden love, and self-introspection is compelling and complex, leaving readers craving for more of Bandiola's touch.If you loved the first book, you will surely be captivated by Bandiola's evocative and highly-engaging sequel. Prepare to be swept off your feet and get lost once again to the magic of the Forest of Evergreen.-Jeslen Tesoro, author and winner of AsianFanfics 2014*****Praise for THE FOREST OF EVERGREEN:Found in the WildernessBook 2 is as surprising as Book 1. Love for the story creeps up on you, until you feel you can not let go. At first, it seems like just another fantasy story between a man and a woman, but when the reader comes to the main theme of the book , which is "Love does not demand its own way," the reader realizes she/he is not just holding another self-centered, selfish little piece about juvenile love and all the modern millennial trappings of so-called bratty, and twisted romance. I urge the readers to find out a little about themselves in this new book, and to know, like Sophia, what it feels like to be 'Found' and to truly belong. The fulfilling way.-Renee Grace Amour V. Juliano, Editor in LinkEds & Writers

ONE YEAR LATER...Jim and Carla have relocated to Memphis, Tennessee--after having narrowly escaped death in Chicago-- they have reestablished their lives with Carla working for a mobile medical company and Jim working as a sales rep for a biotech firm. Everything is going well for Jim and Carla.Until...Frank's 11 year old daughter is brutally raped.ONE YEAR LATER...Jim and Carla have relocated to Memphis, Tennessee--after having narrowly escaped death in Chicago-- they have reestablished their lives with Carla working for a mobile medical company and Jim working as a sales rep for a biotech firm. Everything is going well for Jim and Carla.Until...Frank's 11 year old daughter is brutally raped.Jim feels compelled to come back to Chicago for the weekend to see Frank's daughter while supporting his friend and business partner during such a difficult time. Carla doesn't like the idea and insists that Jim stay in Memphis because of the potential dangers. She was right, but he booked a flight to Chicago anyway.From the moment Jim arrives in Chicago he encounters physical attacks from an old nemesis, and an unknown enemy simply for being at the wrong place at the wrong time. Now he's on the run for his life and must revert back to his old ways in order to make it out of Chicago alive.THIS IS THE THIRD INSTALLMENT OF THE JIM MONEY STORIES.Here are the other stories in chronological order:Bon Appétit EscapeOn the RunJamesBUSTED: a Prequel to the Jim Money StoriesABOUT THE AUTHOR:Former professional poker player Glenn Gamble is an author from Chicago, IL who doesn't have one of those inspiring stories where he goes to the state penitentiary to discover his gift for writing amazing stories. Instead, he worked on his craft during long romantic dates at Starbucks and Panera Bread with his laptop and a story. His inspiration came from friends who encouraged him to pursue his dreams to become a writer. Without a prison sentence, Gamble has managed to pen A Thousand Chances, Bon Appetit, Escape, On the Run, James, and Busted; and is currently writing future installments of both the Jim Money and Darius Blaylock Poker Series.In his spare time, Gamble likes to watch Chicago Bulls games, drop twitter bombs from the sky, slam facebook with status updates, and bet on low-stakes rat and roach races taking place in various public housing project apartments across the United States.

What are you grateful for?Are you looking for a children's book that is highly entertaining, great for early readers, and includes morals and lessons about caring, sharing, and love? This children's storybook has it all!What are you grateful for?Are you looking for a children's book that is highly entertaining, great for early readers, and includes morals and lessons about caring, sharing, and love? This children's storybook has it all!This is an excellent read for beginning and early readers. Each story is easy to read and exciting with cute and bright illustrations for younger readers!This book is especially great for traveling, waiting rooms, and read aloud at home.-5 cute bedtime stories for kids-Just for fun activities and crafts-Morals and lessons about being grateful-Excellent for beginning and early readers-Fun games and mazes includedThis storybook is great for a quick bedtime story and to be read aloud with friends and family.Story List & Activities:-Your Gift!-Jana’s Toys-Just for Fun Activity-Special Pets-Just for Fun Activity-Annie’s Big Brother-John’s Little Sister-Just for Fun Activity-Wonderful World-Just for Fun Activity-Game: How Many Kids Do You See?-Maze 1-Maze 2-Maze 3-Maze 4Scroll up and click 'buy' and spend some quality time with your child!

When hyper-intelligent mathematician David is forced to confront his own mortality, his coveted manuscript on the ‘Proof of absence paradox’ threatens to die with him. Desperate to salvage his life’s work, he realizes that his exceptional mentee and protégé, Naila, could hold the key to the salvation of his manuscript and theorem—but their strained relationship may not allow for that.When hyper-intelligent mathematician David is forced to confront his own mortality, his coveted manuscript on the ‘Proof of absence paradox’ threatens to die with him. Desperate to salvage his life’s work, he realizes that his exceptional mentee and protégé, Naila, could hold the key to the salvation of his manuscript and theorem—but their strained relationship may not allow for that.Consumed by doubt and plunged into a bewildering darkness, David is offered a glimpse into a vast interconnectedness, the likes of which outstretch his human comprehension and challenge his theorem. As nature, faith and science intertwine, David gains insights which transport him far beyond his original manuscript.

“The Orange & Blue Drive-In touches on a lot of big issues—class and coming of age and small town America in the 60s—with care and sophistication. It is beautifully written with a strong yet quiet line.” —Juliana Spahr, winner of the Hardison Poetry Prize, and author of eight volumes of poetryIn March of 1967 a young man named Timmy leaves home at the age of fifteen to make room for the arrival of his sister’s baby. His journey takes him just a few blocks down the street, but his life changes dramatically. He goes to work for a man named Morgan, the new owner of the Orange & Blue Drive-In, and he meets Penney, Morgan’s thirty-year-old daughter. Rundi, a Muslim immigrant from India rents him a small room in the back of his antique store. Timmy’s childhood and friends cling to him, but a different world pulls him forward into new relationships, relationships that have startling consequences. Everything happens against the background of the Arab-Israeli Six-Day War, the release of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band by the Beatles, riots in Detroit, the poverty of Timmy’s east Gainesville neighborhood, and a rapidly changing world.“The Orange & Blue Drive-In touches on a lot of big issues—class and coming of age and small town America in the 60s—with care and sophistication. It is beautifully written with a strong yet quiet line.” —Juliana Spahr, winner of the Hardison Poetry Prize, and author of eight volumes of poetry, including: Response (Sun & Moon Press, 1996), Fuck You-Aloha-I Love You (Wesleyan University Press, 2001), and Well Then There Now (Black Sparrow Press, 2011)

"I believe we all have something inside of us that calls to someone. It screams into this valley of people, looking for a voice to return to. If Art is the cry of loneliness, what is your answer?"A collection of over 20 broken verses about love, lost, and hope.Dacey Theroux’s life takes a turn for the worst when her unstable ex-husband shows up at her job making a scene and threatening her in front of coworkers. Across town, Terry Jackson’s life slowly slips away. Severely ill and lonely, he seems resigned to his inevitable conclusion. He receives a card from a dear friend which reignites his hope. As Dacey sits by the sea on a deserted beach in the middle of a work day, reflecting on a bizarre scene that she can’t forget soon enough, she entertains an unlikely messenger. What he tells her becomes the basis of her new life and inevitably leads her to face her past… and her shocking present.

Dacey Theroux’s life takes a turn for the worst when her unstable ex-husband shows up at her job making a scene and threatening her in front of coworkers. She entertains an unlikely messenger. What he tells her becomes the basis of her new life and inevitably leads her to face her past… and her shocking present.Dacey Theroux’s life takes a turn for the worst when her unstable ex-husband shows up at her job making a scene and threatening her in front of coworkers. Across town, Terry Jackson’s life slowly slips away. Severely ill and lonely, he seems resigned to his inevitable conclusion. He receives a card from a dear friend which reignites his hope. As Dacey sits by the sea on a deserted beach in the middle of a work day, reflecting on a bizarre scene that she can’t forget soon enough, she entertains an unlikely messenger. What he tells her becomes the basis of her new life and inevitably leads her to face her past… and her shocking present.