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Chaos Calls 01: Learning Visit by Ernest Bywater

Damsels In Distress
A new Hero is recruited to work on Chaos, and is taken as a Hero Companion on an orientation visit. Al, being the person he is, can't help but look to change how things are done, and change them for the better. Plenty of action, and no sex. The first of many stories about this Hero. The important knowledge needed about the Damsels in Distress Universe is told in the story, so don't worry.

Age Rating: Older than 13
Tags: Drama, Violence, War, Science Fiction, Aliens, AI
| Votes: 410 | Score: 8.58
Size: 216KB | 44,786 words | Posted:
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Meadow by WeirdJen

It's about a meadow

Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: Action/Adventure
Tags: Fantasy
| Votes: * | Score: *
Size: 36KB | 5,765 words | Posted:
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Trust but Verify by Vonalt

It has been three years since Ginny B's awful tragedy and death. James Mercer had moved on and is now married. He had a bright future at a large university in Chicago, as well as a profitable sideline that provided him with financial stability. Then one fateful day, his pal FBI special agent Lawrence Foster appears with two pretty apparent government employees. They make him an offer he can’t refuse.
Added Chapter 25

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Thriller
Tags: Humor, Politics, Spies
| Votes: 91 | Score: 8.38
Size: 913KB | 179,811 words | Downloads: 4343 | Posted: | Updated:
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Genius Girls of the Nations Book II by Broken Gunny

Seven young Genius Native Nation girls, Family and friends who face predigest and disdain from those who believe they have a right to rule because of who they are. Those in power or those who believe they should be in power will destroy all those who stand in their way. Those who do not recognize their right to rule will be eliminated by any and all means available.
Added Chapters 64-66 (final)

Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Political
Tags: Coming of Age, Drama, Politics, Violence, War, Military
| Votes: 33 | Score: 7.39
Size: 1082KB | 192,244 words | Downloads: 1410 | Posted: | Concluded:
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Operetto in the Key of Rest by ffwd

Operetto in the Key of Rest. You know, the stuff the piano player is playing in all them old silent films. Yet another story, I guess. But it's a poem. Don't tell.

in progress Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: Fantasy
Tags: Romance, Parable, Western, Music
| Votes: * | Score: *
Size: 2KB | 401 words | Posted:
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GT Dodge : There's a saying about

There's a saying about... well, most everything. This time that one about me complaining about a speck of sawdust in your eye which I can barely see for the log in mine. (Likely a story with a moral. ... more
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The Outsider : Progress, sort of...

They say art is never finished, only abandoned. I have submitted an edited version of A Charmed Life for reposting today. Minimal dialogue changes, more sentence/paragraph changes. Editing is a st ... more
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Vonalt : Trust But Verify

Chapter 16 is in the pipe to be published. This was a fun chapter to write. I hope you enjoy it. Von
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From the Top by Lumpy

Country Roads (5)
After the loss of both his parents and his music career, Charlie gets a second chance when he lands a spot on a hit music competition, The Stage. But his journey of redemption is paved with heartbreak, betrayal, and ambition.
Added Chapter 14

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Drama
Tags: Coming of Age, Romance, Drama, Rags to Riches
| Votes: 44 | Score: 7.54
Size: 276KB | 55,014 words | Downloads: 2570 | Posted: | Updated:
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Tug and the Holy Grail by D. T. Iverson

This is the second in my Tugboat Man series. This time, Tug is in the race of his life against some very bad...well... not quite people. The title tells the tale. No, it has nothing to do with the Da Vinci code. But it's in the ballpark. The wife is from Atlantis, so there are some unavoidable sci-fi aspects. But this is actually nothing more than pure romantic adventure. I hope that you enjoy reading it as much as I did writing it. D.T.

Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Action/Adventure
Tags: Romance, Historical, Mystery, Novel-Classic
| Votes: 63 | Score: 7.81
Size: 90KB | 16,949 words | Posted:
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The Tugboat Man and the Lost Continent by D. T. Iverson

This is the most frequently downloaded of all my stories, so I thought I would post it here. It is the first of four in a series. I am posting the second one along with it. I'll add the other two if you like these. I consider myself the poet-laureate of the nerd world. And I want my stories to have a lot of twists and turns. That's what I am giving you here. I hope that you enjoy this as much as I did writing it.

Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Action/Adventure
Tags: Romance, Mystery, Novel-Classic
| Votes: 87 | Score: 7.82
Size: 114KB | 21,931 words | Posted:
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Duncan7 : New Story Begins

I broke ground on my next story, or rather I typed in a few paragraphs today. I have the characters defined and the outline worked out. I'm excited to be making progress again. The main character ... more
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In the Shadow of Lions by Lumpy

Shattered Lands (1)
In a kingdom torn apart by war and political intrigue, William Whitton must navigate a treacherous landscape of political machinations and conflict following the death of the King. Sent to war by his stepfather the young prince learns the harsh realities of leadership and the toll of conflict on both soldiers and civilians. Back in the capital, the new king, begins to impose oppressive laws to limit the power of the barons and consolidate consolidate power, pushing the kingdom toward Rebellion.
Added Chapter 13

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Fantasy
Tags: Politics, Violence, War, Military, Royalty
| Votes: 53 | Score: 7.65
Size: 271KB | 50,078 words | Downloads: 3042 | Posted: | Updated:
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Now, Then and Beyond by Riding the Trail

After Matt's wife is killed in a wreck, he starts putting his life back together. While trying to heal he is thrown back to the late 1860s. Follow as he rebuilds and watch others come into his life.
Added Chapter 8

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Western
Tags: Western, Science Fiction, Time Travel
| Votes: 217 | Score: 7.32
Size: 145KB | 30,649 words | Downloads: 7183 | Posted: | Updated:
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Riding the Trail : another coming your way

Hope you enjoy and thanks for the kind words and help!
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Ghost Whisperer by Duncan7

Ed discovers he can see and hear ghosts. After that everything changes. He helps ghosts or helps others with help from ghosts.
Added Chapter 39 (final)

Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Mystery
Tags: Crime, Drama, Spiritual, Detective, Spies, Secret Agents, Supernatural, Ghosts
| Votes: 231 | Score: 7.74
Size: 629KB | 120,108 words | Downloads: 23266 | Posted: | Concluded:
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Duncan7 : Next Project

The final chapter of Ghost Whisperer will be out on Monday. It's also available in full on Bookapy. For my next project, I want to write some kind of mystery, perhaps a thriller or a cozy. Other tha ... more
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Riding the Trail : Edit

I downloaded Grammarly as was suggested. I have done an edit on chapter 7 only. When I am done with the story I will try to do a much better edit. I am not an editor, I read a lot but seldom write any ... more
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Beyond Measure by D. T. Iverson

He's a hard headed County Sheriff with one failed marriage. She's a beautiful and mysterious lady with a past that doesn't make sense. It might sound crazy. But he is beginning to suspect that the woman he is falling in love with is the victim of an eighty-year-old murder.

Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Romantic
Tags: Romance, Humor, Mystery
| Votes: 72 | Score: 8.93
Size: 182KB | 35,262 words | Posted:
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Riding the Trail : It will be a finished story

We all have problems come up and I have had them the last several weeks. No excuses just not getting things done as fast as I should. I will finish this story and hopefully in a timely manner. Can't p ... more
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Vonalt : Updating Ginny B

As time allows I will be working on Ginny B, correcting grammer errors and hopefully make the story line flow more smoothly. The story line is good but it just needs some tweaking to allow it flow mor ... more
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Vonalt : Sequel to Ginny B released

I have released a sequel to Ginny B. These stories will be part of a trilogy with James Mercer being the central character. Follow James as he progresses through his career and his growth as leader an ... more
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Duncan7 : Ghost Whisperer on Bookapy

I've finished this book and posted it for sale on Bookapy. https://bookapy.com/s/1362/ghost-whisperer The remaining chapters will be released here over the next few weeks. This took me about ten months to write. Now I have to think about what I want to write next. (Suggestions welcome)
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Bad Day at the Greasy Grass by D. T. Iverson

He was an Irish cop from the toughest part of Manhattan. She was a Cheyenne maiden from the Montana High Country. He rescued her from some very bad men. In return, she mended his broken heart. The whole improbable story plays out against the panorama of the Civil War and America's relentless movement West. There's a bit of a twist at the end. But who doesn't like surprises?

Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Western
Tags: Coming of Age, Romance, Historical, Western, War, Military
| Votes: 104 | Score: 8.57
Size: 111KB | 21,792 words | Posted:
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The Angels of Bataan by D. T. Iverson

This is a story of courage and perseverance under horrible circumstances. Seventy-seven Army and Navy nurses were captured when the Philippines fell to the Japanese. They were interned with 4,000 others at the Santo Tomas Camp in Manila. There, they provided life-saving medical care that led to them being called the Angels of Bataan. This is a coming-of-age story where the hero learns important life lessons from these dedicated women and finds love at the end.

Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Historical
Tags: Coming of Age, Romance, Historical, War, Military
| Votes: 37 | Score: 8.85
Size: 141KB | 26,794 words | Posted:
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Volume III of Legacy: Black Star, Part 2 by Uruks

Ryan Uruks and Eclair Hamashe are trapped on Black Star, hunted by the monstrous Parasites and their undead hordes. Injured and alone, the young Elementals must work past their differences if they are to have any hope of survival. As they grow closer to one another, the danger only intensifies... as does their bond. The exciting conclusion of the Black Star saga, Part 2 combines heart-stopping action, quirky humor, and a tragic romance that transcends the stars themselves.
Added Chapter 30

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction
Tags: Romance, Horror, Aliens, Space, Zombies, Monsters, Magic, Knights
| Votes: 14 | Score: 8.52
Size: 978KB | 180,603 words | Downloads: 1217 | Posted: | Updated:
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Lumpy : Wrong Text

It looks like I somehow got the wrong chapter mixed in. The correct chapter 8 is waiting on approval to post and should be up soon.
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Rough Waters by Argon

Anthony Carter is back! Now a senior captain and married to Harriet, he faces challenges in his professional and private live, encountering Caribbean pirates, arrogant colonial officers, Irish traitors, French soldiers, a lunatic admiral, and a pitched naval battle in the Bay of Biscay. In all this, he and Harriet must realise that married life is no endless honeymoon. Rough waters indeed. Book 2 (of 3) in the Anthony Carter Sea Adventures covers the years 1806 to 1810 in Tony's life.
Added Chapters 21-23 (final)

Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Historical
Tags: Romance, Drama, Politics, Violence, Historical, War, Military
| Votes: 122 | Score: 8.84
Size: 878KB | 159,711 words | Downloads: 7097 | Posted: | Concluded:
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Mara by Don One

A story of two worlds, one familiar, one alien and the meeting of two cultures. And a love that develops.
Added Chapter 3

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction
Tags: Romance, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space
| Votes: 26 | Score: 7.33
Size: 63KB | 12,348 words | Downloads: 549 | Posted: | Updated:
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Don One : Mara Chapter 3

I have posted chapter 3 of this story.
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Don One : Mara Chapter 2.

I have submitted chapter 2of mara for publication.
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Lipstick and Valor - the Queen of Speed and Her Warrior Angels by D. T. Iverson

I post a story every July to honor the folks who've served. I try to focus on obscure people in each, not the heroes. This one is about the Women Air Service Pilots—the WASPs. Those brave women were true American patriots. But their story was hidden from all of us for over thirty years. The plot is a coming-of-age tale for children of the Greatest Generation… sort of a latter-day Pilgrim's Progress—and most of the characters are real. Please enjoy…

Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Historical
Tags: Coming of Age, Romance, Politics, Historical, True, War, Military
| Votes: 45 | Score: 8.75
Size: 162KB | 30,642 words | Posted:
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Riding the Trail : Sorry for the wait

Just posted another part, sorry for the wait. I will try to get another part up this weekend with Matt and Joe's travels. Thanks for the notes and feedback
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Lucky Jim 3 -- Cajun and Gator by FantasyLover

A story in the Lucky Jim Universe
Jim Reynolds has avoided accepting the moniker "Lucky Jim" for as long as he could, possibly too long. This fast-paced story is set in 2095 and covers the most important several months of his life. If you haven't read Lucky Jim I and II, large parts of this story won't make sense to you.
Added Chapters 27-29 (final)

Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Action/Adventure
Tags: Military, Rags to Riches, Science Fiction, Futuristic, Fantasy
| Votes: 106 | Score: 8.46
Size: 1252KB | 234,999 words | Downloads: 4330 | Posted: | Concluded:
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Strange What Desire Will Make Foolish People Do by coeur_minuit

Turn around, the one who loves you has been waiting for you to notice them. Just know that the one who loves you may also have someone behind them who's been waiting for their turn to be noticed...

Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Romance
Tags: Romance, Tear Jerker
| Votes: * | Score: *
Size: 31KB | 5,878 words | Posted:
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Lost Empire by Pars001

A man with a past, not tied to anyone makes a startling discovery that changes his life and his perceptions of it.
Added Chapters 89,90

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction
Tags: Violence, Science, Military, Pirates, Science Fiction, Time Travel, Aliens, Space, Futuristic, Nanotechnology, AI
| Votes: 392 | Score: 8.42
Size: 2123KB | 400,945 words | Downloads: 69822 | Posted: | Updated:
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A Captain Decision by Pars001

A man with extremely high Esper power, summons his favorite sci-fi characters. He also brings those who embrace chaos.
Added Chapter 7

in progress Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction
Tags: Drama, Violence, Fan Fiction, Science, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Alternate Universe, Extra Sensory Perception
| Votes: 24 | Score: 7.95
Size: 136KB | 26,336 words | Downloads: 737 | Posted: | Updated:
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Bad Seed by Pars001

A thief takes something that turns out bad something from the past.
Added Chapters 14,15

in progress Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Science Fiction
Tags: Crime, Drama, Politics, Violence, Spies, Secret Agents, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Futuristic, AI
| Votes: 43 | Score: 7.60
Size: 282KB | 53,503 words | Downloads: 1873 | Posted: | Updated:
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The Mind's Eye by Pars001

A man retired from a secret government agency, hoped that his time with them was through. Little did he know that an enemy from the past was still on earth.
Added Chapters 6,7

in progress Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Science Fiction
Tags: Crime, Drama, Politics, Violence, Spies, Secret Agents, Science Fiction, Aliens, Extra Sensory Perception
| Votes: 69 | Score: 7.26
Size: 141KB | 28,127 words | Downloads: 1449 | Posted: | Updated:
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Pars001 : Lots of good news . . .

If you're looking for quality science fiction with some erotica sprinkled in here and there, and, LONG stories, you've found the right author! My name is Rob (aka ahorsewithnoname), and I've been hi ... more
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Riding the Trail : very short

I added a very short section. In the next couple of days I will have much more. Thanks for reading!
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Lumpy : New Books Staring

With From the Top and In the Shadow of Lions starting, I'm looking toward the next books to start. The next Imperium will start in a couple of weeks and a second new fantasy series (this one high fant ... more
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Riding the Trail : new part added

It says chapters, but I am doing this is parts. Hope you enjoy. Thanks for the votes!
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Duncan7 : Illness Impedes Progress

I'm sorry but I've been sick with a cold. I hope to have a new chapter out in a few days.
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