Wrongfully accused of treason, a man spends long years in prison where he meets another prisoner digging a tunnel to escape. This meeting leads to his escape and indescribable riches which he uses to exact revenges on those who robbed him of everything he had
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Ben Wallace's life seemed perfect. He had a family he adored and a career he enjoyed. A single call from his past thrust him into a world of violent criminals and put everything he loved in peril.
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Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Drama Tags: Crime, Mystery Downloads: 30063| Votes: 882 | Score: 9.35 Size: 621KB | 117,355 words |
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How far will governments go when you have something they want? All Waylon Eckermann wanted to do was to go to college and figure out the rest of his life. It wasn't going to be that easy, not even with a little extragalactic help.
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The Human Series (1) You can't hide from your past forever, but it's easier if you're a foster kid in rural West Texas. Scott MacIntyre was different in more ways than even he knew. (this was my first attempt at writing a novel)
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Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Coming of Age, Crime, School, Violence, Military, Mystery, Aliens Downloads: 33814| Votes: 879 | Score: 9.25 Size: 1416KB | 262,189 words |
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A Barsoom Story (1) John Carter, a Confederate veteran of the American Civil War, goes prospecting in Arizona immediately after the war's end. Having struck a rich vein of gold, he runs afoul of the Apaches. While attempting to evade pursuit by hiding in a sacred cave, he is mysteriously transported to Mars, called "Barsoom" by its inhabitants. Carter finds that he has great strength and superhuman agility in this new environment as a result of its lesser gravity.
The Masi'shen crash-landed on Antarctica 2,000 years ago. Their ship lies under the ice on a volcanic island. It has been detected by a spy satellite. The U.S. government, the Russian mafia, and a volunteer rescuer race to get there first.
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Supernatural Tags: Drama, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Shapeshifters, Supernatural Downloads: 38496| Votes: 1156 | Score: 9.18 Size: 716KB | 129,525 words |
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The Human Series (2) Scott MacIntyre, the unusual foster kid raised on a boys ranch in West Texas, joined the Marines at the end of Human Phoenix. In the sequel, Human Man, he's all grown up and ready to make a life for himself.
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Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: General Tags: Romance, Military, Science Fiction Downloads: 33482| Votes: 1079 | Score: 9.18 Size: 546KB | 98,835 words |
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When, in the course of human events, a Government of a Nation has forgotten that it is founded and predicated upon the singular sentiment, We the People, it becomes necessary for Men and Women of good conscience to stand tall and remind those who govern on behalf, by forbearance, and at the will, of We the People; that the law of the land is specified in the Constitution of these United States.
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Science Fiction, Near Future Downloads: 8591| Votes: 216 | Score: 9.16 Size: 986KB | 184,966 words |
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Joshua loved Lindsey with all his being, so when she kicked him to the curb on their fourth anniversary he was devastated. Josh didn't think his broken heart would ever heal, but with the help of a few extraordinary women, and the healing hands of time, he discovered that life could be better than he ever imagined.
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Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: Drama Tags: Romance Downloads: 14243| Votes: 1163 | Score: 9.10 Size: 220KB | 41,832 words |
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A story set in the Post Sickness world of Phoenicia
It has finally happened: Terrorists have unleashed an unstoppable virus upon the world. Only a very small percentage of humanity has survived. Gavin Thompson, unsatisfied with the prospect of just surviving makes plans to restore civilization as quickly as possible. This is his story. (This version is a bit longer and slightly modified from the version on SOL)
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Science Fiction, Post Apocalyptic, Near Future, Pandemic Downloads: 27801| Votes: 1160 | Score: 9.08 Size: 756KB | 143,190 words |
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A Jade Force of Misera Story (14) The war is over as far as the major powers are concerned. They packed up their toys and went home satisfied that they gave it their best shot. There's only one problem - no one told the Jade Empire that the war is over and they are rather insistent that the losers surrender and pay reparations.
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Action/Adventure Tags: War, Military Downloads: 3913| Votes: 164 | Score: 9.07 Size: 217KB | 40,301 words |
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A Barsoom Story (7) The tale of Tan Hadron of Hastor, a lowly, poor padwar (a low-ranking officer) who is in love with the beautiful, haughty Sanoma Tora, daughter of Tor Hatan, a minor but rich noble. As he is only a padwar, Sanoma spurns him. Then Sanoma Tora is kidnapped...
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Travel, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Novel-Classic Downloads: 2169| Votes: 49 | Score: 9.06 Size: 458KB | 86,807 words |
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A Barsoom Story (6) On Mars, Paxton is taken in by elderly mad scientist Ras Thavas, the "Master Mind" of the title, who educates him in the ways of Barsoom and bestows on him the Martian name Vad Varo. Ras has perfected techniques of transplanting brains, which he uses to provide rich elderly Martians with youthful new bodies for a profit. Distrustful of his fellow Martians, he trains Paxton as his assistant to perform the same operation on him.
Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Novel-Classic Downloads: 1993| Votes: 44 | Score: 9.06 Size: 296KB | 55,616 words |
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The Great Depression devastated the country. The drought, hurricanes and dust storms caused havoc across the land. This is the story of a farm boy and his family and how they coped during those terrible years.
Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: Historical Tags: Historical, Young Adult, Vignettes Downloads: 12234| Votes: 443 | Score: 9.01 Size: 526KB | 104,685 words |
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The top hit man in the country successfully completes another murder. His victim's father captures him and his family. His family are tortured and murdered then he's killed, sort of. God offers him a second chance. Can Jonas survive God's Missions, even with a few enhancements and God's help? His skill and resolve are tested as he struggles to protect God's innocent souls in this world. But, his survival isn't the primary goal. Mission success is the only acceptable result.
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Fantasy Tags: Crime, Violence, Religion, Assassins, Supernatural, Fantasy Downloads: 9460| Votes: 418 | Score: 9.01 Size: 505KB | 95,901 words |
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The Bard's Tales Story (1) In a time before man rose to prominence, when magic flowed like water from every rock and plant, three great races vied for dominance. In their arrogance they even challenged the Gods, and almost succeeded. The Gods ensured that little evidence remained of their achievements and knowledge. That however, was about to change.
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The Bard's Tales Story (4) There is an old saying that Evil flourishes when Good men do nothing. In the end the universe always returns to center. But what if Evil is given a helping hand to the extent that the balance can no longer adjust? Something more drastic is required. This is one of those times.
A Barsoom Story (3) John Carter discovers that a First Born knows the secret of the Temple of the Sun and he and the Holy Hekkador Matai Shang want to rescue the Holy Thern's daughter, who is imprisoned with Dejah Thoris and another Barsoomian princess, Thuvia of Ptarth. John Carter follows them in the hope of liberating his beloved wife.
Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Violence, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Novel-Classic Downloads: 3317| Votes: 165 | Score: 9.01 Size: 303KB | 57,021 words |
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Sequel to "Masi'shen Stranded" -- Michael Hawthorne and Dee'rah evolve to become ambassadors seeking to link two worlds across the galaxy. Earth recognizes the chance for global peace, but a corrupt American president threatens them all with nuclear nightmare as a ploy to rule the nation. Old enemies become allies, and old alliances fall apart. Will humankind survive to achieve a future in the stars?
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Drama, Politics, Violence, Spiritual, Religion, Anarchism, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space Downloads: 33435| Votes: 527 | Score: 8.97 Size: 925KB | 160,874 words |
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A Story of Titia-Lohr
When an outcast and his companion come across a village that has been razed, he unknowingly sets his foot upon the path of destiny that will take him from the haughtily civilized courts of Meikar to the wastes of the Netherlands. Stopping along the way for a betrothal he knew nothing about, encountering old friends, new friends, mentors, enemies and intrigue that seems to have gotten him in the situation in the first place, Jonar Telansson is riding towards a destiny the Gods ordained long ago.
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Fantasy Tags: Coming of Age, Politics, Violence, Cults, Military, Assassins, Travel, Fantasy, Magic, Knights, Royalty Downloads: 25591| Votes: 583 | Score: 8.95 Size: 827KB | 149,895 words |
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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!
Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: Drama Tags: Coming of Age, Humor, Workplace Downloads: 29972| Votes: 325 | Score: 8.95 Size: 1472KB | 286,755 words |
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The Bard's Tales Story (3) The third chapter in the saga of Aaron Whiterune; exiled prince, thief and assassin. If you haven't done so already, I suggest you read the first two stories.
A Spearfish Lake/Dawnwalker Story (3) All she ever wanted was to be normal! Her mother considered Judith to be a hopeless invalid that would have to be cared for all her life -- but then she finds a boyfriend that doesn't see her that way. With his help, she learns to be a much stronger person than anyone had ever thought she could be.
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Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Romance Tags: Coming of Age, Romance Downloads: 8969| Votes: 395 | Score: 8.92 Size: 433KB | 82,973 words |
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A Wizard - A love story Story (2) The Nightmare is determined to kill all Wizards and Sorceress. The Dark Dream has insinuated itself into the very ranks of the Wizard Councils, and no one is safe. It wants to kill them all, except for Sean David Kilpatrick Flynn. The Nightmare can rule the world for all time with Sean's body by supplanting the young Wizard's soul. Megan's wrath had not been considered in the Nightmare's plans, and the entire world was shocked when her anger was unleashed to save Sean.
Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: Fantasy Tags: Romance, Humor, Violence, Religion, Fantasy, Magic Downloads: 15806| Votes: 386 | Score: 8.91 Size: 466KB | 85,790 words |
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This story is fiction, but not the facts. Information from Sumerian translations are true. Hindu texts of battles in space...true. Einstein's brain autopsy proved that he used more of his brain than other humans. How is that possible? How do men get flashes of genius, and why doesn't everyone function at that level of ability all the time? Why did the Dark Ages happen, and why does mankind seem to be sliding that direction again? This story is fiction, I hope. / (Reviews)
Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Action/Adventure Tags: Violence, Science, War, Travel, Science Fiction, Futuristic, Near Future, Fantasy Downloads: 31173| Votes: 504 | Score: 8.90 Size: 607KB | 109,778 words |
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A Barsoom Story (4) Carthoris is madly in love with Thuvia. Unfortunately Thuvia is promised to Kulan Tith, Jeddak of Kaol. On Barsoom nothing can break an engagement between a man and woman except death, although the new suitor may not cause that death. Thus it is that Thuvia will have none of him. This situation leaves Carthoris in a predicament.
Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Action/Adventure Tags: Travel, Science Fiction, Time Travel, Aliens, Space, Novel-Classic Downloads: 2918| Votes: 89 | Score: 8.90 Size: 259KB | 46,945 words |
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Pudgy, out of shape, divorced, and laid-off; Colin thought he had hit rock-bottom. Then came the landslide that almost sent him to his grave. In the depths of despair, miles from nowhere, he searches for a way to get back to civilization and finds that his service is required in a totally unexpected role - as the person who will save the human race from destruction. / (Reviews)
Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Aliens, Space, Nanotechnology, AI Downloads: 39049| Votes: 1684 | Score: 8.88 Size: 446KB | 80,245 words |
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Mike Cavenaugh is facing 40 with an ex-wife he can't stand and a teen-aged daughter he can't begin to understand. The lone bright spot in his life is his son. Then he meets Carrie Walton in one of the unlikeliest of places.
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Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Romance Tags: Romance, Crime, Drama Downloads: 25771| Votes: 974 | Score: 8.87 Size: 491KB | 95,019 words |
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Luke Braun, computer hacker and prankster, meets Katie, his dream girl, during a night of trick and treating. One of his pranks backfires, and he loses contact to her. At another Halloween seven years later, she shows up at his door with a trick of her own that turns his life upside down. This is a decaffeinated and extended version of the 2011 Halloween Story Contest winner.
Age Rating: Older than 17 | Genre: Romance Tags: Romance, Crime, Humor, Halloween Downloads: 8399| Votes: 492 | Score: 8.87 Size: 127KB | 23,776 words |
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A Barsoom Story (2) At the end of the first book, A Princess of Mars, John Carter is unwillingly transported back to Earth. The Gods of Mars begins with his arrival back on Barsoom (Mars) after a ten-year separation from his wife Dejah Thoris, his unborn child, and the Red Martian people of the nation of Helium, whom he has adopted as his own. Unfortunately, Carter materializes in the one place on Barsoom from which nobody is allowed to depart: the Valley Dor, which is the Barsoomian afterlife.
Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Travel, Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Novel-Classic Downloads: 4625| Votes: 187 | Score: 8.87 Size: 438KB | 82,460 words |
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Mike lives through "interesting times" that follow when terrorists bring the 'War On Terror' to the United States. "This was what he was fighting to preserve — mothers taking their children to the park where they could play without fearing for their lives. {[I hate the fact that I can find no way to deal honorably with dishonorable people. I find it disgusting that in order to save what I value most, I must lower myself to their level.]}"
Age Rating: Older than 13 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Romance, Politics, Violence, Science, Religion, War, Military, Spies, Science Fiction, Near Future, Robots Downloads: 19284| Votes: 247 | Score: 8.84 Size: 1087KB | 204,450 words |
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A Wizard - A love story Story (3) Many years of peace followed Sean's rescue. Peaceful if you didn't count training, and interference by the Wizard's Council. The Council voted to delay the young Magi joining the Council and required a quest due to their immaturity. They decided to join 'normal' society with their extra time. The Prescott High School would never be the same. They could decide if the unpleasant task of completing the quest and joining the Council was really desirable. Do we always have choices in life?
Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Fantasy Tags: Humor, Fantasy, Witchcraft, Magic Downloads: 17932| Votes: 426 | Score: 8.83 Size: 470KB | 85,356 words |
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A Dark Wars Tale
A woman is gruesomely murdered in Cold War Germany and the only witness is her 5 year old daughter who can't remember what happened. Memories, though inaccessible to investigators, linger and change a once adorable little girl. And murder of a loved one will place that girl on the path of destiny. Odd occurrences, inexplicable enemies, and Cold War intrigue with an odd flavor alter this girl's life, shifting her from the front lines of the Cold War to the middle of the Dark Wars.
Benny Baker went from being a smarter than average, fourteen year old kid, to being a super genius. It was an overnight transformation in which his speech patterns become more precise, his mannerisms became muted, and his opinions matured. He has a chance to make things right, but he's not sure what that means.
Age Rating: Anybody | Genre: General Tags: Coming of Age, School, Rags to Riches, Do-Over Downloads: 27635| Votes: 306 | Score: 8.79 Size: 1326KB | 256,287 words |
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The first book in the Skylark series and pits the hero, Dick Seaton, against Marc "Blackie" DuQuesne. Seaton is intelligent, good-looking, young, and capable. So is DuQuesne, but he is totally unprincipled and has a lot of money. Seaton is an idealistic scientist making his discoveries for the good of mankind. DuQuesne is pragmatic, out only to gain personal power and enrich himself, and will go to any lengths to win.
Age Rating: Older than 7 | Genre: Science Fiction Tags: Science Fiction, Aliens, Space, Novel-Classic Downloads: 7104| Votes: 155 | Score: 8.79 Size: 464KB | 83,985 words |
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For a story to appear in this list, it must have at least 30 votes, be complete and on the site for more than 1 year and be longer than 50 KB.