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Peter Blood, an Irish physician and soldier in England in the 1680's, is wrongly convicted of treason and sentenced to indentured slavery in the Caribbean. He escapes and becomes the most feared pirate captain on the Spanish Main, but all the glory of his adventures cannot help him, for the woman he loves cannot love a thief and pirate. Even when he destroys England's enemies, even at his most triumphant...

I recently conducted a short reader survey asking for feedback on "Through my Eyes. Again." It was particularly interesting to read one set of feedback from a reader that did not like the book. Whil ... more

A story in the Asteroid Hunters Universe
This is the story of the 'Seward's Folly,' just returned from an expedition to the belt. It is about the preparations they make for their next trip. This will be different from any other trip to the belt. They are heading towards the far side of the belt. Virgin, uncharted territory. This story can be read by itself. But I recommend that you at least read 'Mosley Station' first.
Added Chapters 27,28

A man is taken then returned. He's not the same or is he? Now with a lot of questions he leaves earth to search for the only other one like himself, so far.
Added Chapter 25

Science is killing magic. The last of the magical beings decide that it is time for the return of a Merlin-like person to bring back the magic. The job requirements are: he's got to be an unlikely hero type that is lucky; he's got to own silver and be willing to trade it for a gift of magic; and he's got to be a horny guy with a bad fashion sense.
Added Chapter 5

If happiness was measured in money there would be very few millionaires. This is a story about Dan Parker, a young man who starts his life as an adult with the odds stacked against him. Follow his journey of self discovery as he tries to achieve happiness. His story might make you wonder if you live next door to a millionaire. CHAPTERS WILL BE POSTED EVERY OTHER DAY!
Added Chapter 46

It spoke to me a light; "My child, are you not tired of this sin filled world?" "Come and embrace me. Accept me." It called to me; A Paradise. It granted to me; An Eternity. It brought to me; Salvation. No pain. No fear. No evil. No sins. No deaths. For this world is Eden. And it shall burn.
Added Chapter 38

Somehow, it didn't post, so I'm doing a triple post, today!

As a new author, I'm very interested in understanding what my readers thought about my book so I can work on improving my writing. To help with this I've put together a short (about 4 minute) survey t ... more

John Taylor (5)
To get some distance after their split, Whitaker has taken up the offer of a distant relative to travel to Germany. When Whitaker also goes missing, after being implicated in the murder of her benefactor, Taylor must travel to Germany himself to find her and clear her name. Taylor is forced to deal with a police force that isn't interested in a different suspect, a wealthy old-money family that didn't want Whitaker involved, and unknown players that don't want Taylor to know the truth.
Added Chapter 4

I'll be AFK for the wknd, so I'm giving you all a bonus. All of the scheduled wknd postings will be posted Sat morning. Enjoy! > TeNderLoin }:-)

Science is killing magic. The last of the magical beings decide that it is time for the return of a Merlin-like person to bring back the magic. The job requirements are: he's got to be an unlikely hero type that is lucky; he's got to own silver and be willing to trade it for a gift of magic; and he's got to be a horny guy with a bad fashion sense.

An angry young man grows up to be an angry middle-aged man. Now he's stuck in a dead-end job, married to a woman that detests him, and has children that don't even know him. A close encounter with death makes him realize that he deserves more than what life has dealt him thus far. Can he get it? Concluding Chapter has been posted. Enjoy! }:-)
Added Chapter 46 (final)

Today I am posting the final chapter of "Thunder and Lightening." As sad as "The End" may be, it also leaves room for another LZ story. "The Millionaire Next Door" still has many chapters to go. So, ... more

Most readers will, at some time, have been reduced to tears when a character that has involved them deeply is killed off by the author. My first experience of this was at age 12 in the final chapter o ... more

A man with a past, not tied to anyone makes a startling discovery that changes his life and his perceptions of it.
Added Chapter 74

Survivor By Ernest Bywater A review of an excellent story written by Ernest Bywater. The story opens On the ... more

This is a sequel to 'Jacob's Granddaughters,' and begins three years after that story ended. You can catch up with the gang at Three Corners Farm and also meet some new characters. Please read 'Jacob's Granddaughters,' and 'A Tyler Christmas' since they are intertwined.
Added Chapter 15

Since the last chapter of the updated version of TMEA was posted, I have had several emails asking if Col and Will's story will continue - and, yes, it will. The first three draft chapters of Throug ... more

John Taylor (5)
To get some distance after their split, Whitaker has taken up the offer of a distant relative to travel to Germany. When Whitaker also goes missing, after being implicated in the murder of her benefactor, Taylor must travel to Germany himself to find her and clear her name. Taylor is forced to deal with a police force that isn't interested in a different suspect, a wealthy old-money family that didn't want Whitaker involved, and unknown players that don't want Taylor to know the truth.

Good news, the next Taylor story is coming this weekend, with the first chapter posting Saturday, August 28th. As with the other stories, a chapter will post every Saturday after that. For those interested in getting the book early, you can get details on my website, tstarnes.com

This is a most unusual story, a family starts a garden in the only place that it could thrive. Where you ask? In the fro... more

I know it's been a while since the 4th book finished, but I have some good news. The 5th John Taylor story is finished and going through the last rounds of editing now. I expect it to start posting ei ... more

Here is another one from 2011: ‘That Highway 60 Drive’ by ‘Carter County’. What happens two young kids who ha... more

Will Johnstone's seventy-year-old consciousness finds itself back in his twelve-year-old body as it is about to suicide. His 'old brain' pulls back and resumes his younger self's troubled life. It is soon apparent that there are subtle differences between the world he lived in and the one he now finds himself in - and these difference accumulate. Through his friendship with Col, Will finds himself caught up in events at the edge of the Cold War. This story contains some physical child abuse.
Added Chapters 19,20 (final)

The final two chapters 19 & 20 have been posted to the queue and will appear soon. This completes Through my Eyes. Again. As always, I am very interested in your feedback (and please vote if that is ... more

'A Prayer for Santa' by 'Jake Rivers' This story has despair, pain and love. Spending your life tied to a bottle... more

A review from a story published back in September of 2010, by ‘aubie56’, titled ‘Ambush at Willow Run'. Amy Esp... more

I have just uploaded chapters 17 & 18 of Through my Eyes. Again. to the posting queue and they will appear soon. Next weekend will see the final two chapters uploaded. If you can't wait to until n ... more

Paul and Anna McAllister, along with their family and friends want nothing more than to be left in peace as they continue building Estancia Dos Santos into their querencia, a retreat, a place to rest and relax free from all worry. Using the wealth they've accumulated, they begin to right historical wrongs and lay the foundations for seeking statehood. The mysterious 'Boss' has other plans for Paul, Anna, and the Estancia. Two Chapters every Friday until complete.
Added Chapters 20, Epilogue (final)

A review of three short pieces ‘Death Bringer 1, 2, & 3’ by ‘jj76’ These short quick stories deal with stal... more

Ok, we have a time travel story, or is it Andyhm just blowing off smoke! The story is titled ‘And the World Went Wh... more

'The world went white' is flash story I wrote as an exercise earlier this year. There's no sex, just a lot of blood and guts. The aim was to write a short piece about the last two people in the world. This was my take on the subject. It is very tongue in cheek and was a piece that I had a lot of fun writing.

I have just posted chapters 15 & 16 to the queue and they should appear soon. The draft of the sequel, Through Different Eyes has also been posted to my Patreon. Iskander

A boy on a Wyoming ranch catches a prize and learns a hard lesson.

Chapters 13 and 14 are now in the posting queue and should appear soon. There are 20 chapters so we're 2/3rds of the way through Willi and Col's story. There is a sequel - and I am posting early dra ... more

Always stay heads-up, and have a Plan B: leave yourself a way out. A true story.

Chapters 11 & 12 of Through my Eyes. Again. are in the posting queue and will appear soon. The complete book is available on Bookapy. There is a sequel being written at present, Through Different Ey ... more

a young group growing up in early ranch life in Oregon

Chapters 9 & 10 are in the posting queue and should be available soon. Iskander

Tonight, July 16th, I am posting 3 chapters. 5,6 and 7.

The evolution of a man with severe anger issues. In the opening paragraph, Jerry, the auto parts store manager is ups... more

Keeping a long made promise. Book 8 of the Richard Jackson Saga Oxford University has been submitted for posting on Finestories. This material has never appeared on Finestories, only sold on Bookapy o ... more

The story focuses on the Mohist School who rebels against the Great Qin Empire that had conquered the 7 States at this time and had united all of China into one big state. The story also tells about the rivalry between two disciples of the same sect and their different paths that they will choose in life which will determine even the fates of the Kings.

Set in the 1950's, young shaman Graydon Williams and friends are caught up in a massive corporate land-grab scheme that threatens their entire way of life. Corrupt government officials, interstate conspiracies, blackmail, vicious IRS attacks, and kidnapping are unleashed against Graydon and his small mountain valley. This is a follow-on to "Pasayten Pete," involving the original cast and more. Readers are advised to read "Pasayten Pete" to understand the origins.
Added Chapters 22-24 (final)

I have now submitted chapters 7 & 8 to the posting queue - and from now on will be returning to two chapters per week, rather than the larger number posted this week! The full book is on Bookapy and ... more

I have just uploaded chapters 5 & 6 of Through my Eyes. Again. and they should be appearing soon. The entire book is available at Bookapy. I am working on the sequel and a first draft of Chapter 1 i ... more

Chapters 3 and 4 posted Thursday evening.

A story in the Asteroid Hunters Universe
This is the story of the 'Seward's Folly,' just returned from an expedition to the belt. It is about the preparations they make for their next trip. This will be different from any other trip to the belt. They are heading towards the far side of the belt. Virgin, uncharted territory. This story can be read by itself. But I recommend that you at least read 'Mosley Station' first.

Set in the 1950's, young shaman Graydon Williams and friends are caught up in a massive corporate land-grab scheme that threatens their entire way of life. Corrupt government officials, interstate conspiracies, blackmail, vicious IRS attacks, and kidnapping are unleashed against Graydon and his small mountain valley. This is a follow-on to "Pasayten Pete," involving the original cast and more. Readers are advised to read "Pasayten Pete" to understand the origins.