The end of a relationship is always traumatic. But not every final argument is so . . . final. Tragedy follows slice of life moment captured by narrator.A short story.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author who is “among the very small group of top-notch true crime writers” (Booklist) comes the eleventh installment of Ann Rule’s Crime Files, exploring heart-stopping true tales of those who commit murder with no conscience, no remorse, and no regrets.A ship’s pilot legendary for guiding giant freighters through the narrows of Puget Sound, Rolf Neslund was a proud Norwegian, a ladies’ man, ...

A quiet night on patrol. A vivid imagination. And something lurking in the pitch-black mountain woods...Working the graveyard shift as a security guard at an exclusive, gated golf community in the Arizona mountains isn't the most glamorous job, but it's usually quiet. Your shift alternates between sitting in a sleepy gatehouse and patrolling dark, winding backroads surrounded by pine trees and wildlife.For one night watchman with a deep love for horror movi...

Do you ever find yourself at a loss for Chinese words, phrases or sayings when you write greeting cards or occasion cards? The "Chinese Phrases For Greeting Cards" offers you great ideas on what to write in Chinese characters on a card for many occasions:Chapter 1: Chinese Phrases for "Anniversary"-Anniversary to a Couple-Anniversary for Him-Anniversary for Her-Wedding Anniversary-Parent's Wedding AnniversaryChapter 2: Chinese Phrases for "A...

An English professor, shot dead in his office.His neighbor, a professor of mathematics, who discovered the body and called the police. And is the most likely suspect.A police detective, seemingly more interested in the apple pie at the local diner than in solving the case.A violent dispute over academic disciplines? Or something more prosaic, and more sinister? Discover the answers in this quirky murder mystery short story.

There are few things that should be cherished more than your friendships. Lifelong friends can turn joyous occasions into priceless memories that last forever-and friends can provide you with much-needed comfort and support during the most troubling, difficult times. The three stories in True Stories of Friendship celebrate the special bonds that only friends share. Savor the warmth of these stories with the people who are nearest and dearest to you.

It started like any other day. I was just going through my normal routine until it happened. This one lone bug decided to change the course of my ordinary day into an event of a life time.I encountered a Buggy Battle unlike any I've ever imagined which whirl winded into an unexpected journey of destruction and fury. This evil bug will not destroy my way of life. I shall not be defeated! I must overcome! Based on real life events . . . kinda!

Smoke a doobie, grab your munchies and have a good laugh! The “I was so high” Joke Book is a funny collection of things stoners have done or said while high that is sure to bring you many laughs and memories. Anita Tokinpuff knows first hand what its like to “puff puff pass” and tell a story.Ivana Murleau really put together a great joke book only Einsteins would love.

Notes My Father Left Me creates a detailed sketch of a widowed father who papered his own house with notes written to himself and to anyone else who might be around. When he died, his son, Ray Iallonardo, found the notes. He then decided to combine them with his own reminiscences and comments, creating an unusual portraiture of a man who held strong opinions and who found no details too small to merit his attention. In the end, the fathers notes enabled him posthumously to become ...

Sometimes small moments play pivotal parts in where we end up. Scott has just graduated from college and is about to make the best, or worst decision of his life. Departure is a 2100 word romance short story exploring the start of two very different realities, all based on just a few different words.Author's Note: 2100 words is just over 8 pages. Some people aren't interested in something that short, but for some it's just right. If you're on the fence about Departure because of it...

Told almost entirely in one-sided conversation, THE GRAVEYARD chronicles the drinking and working lives of the doomed. Our silent narrator hears-tell of Wimpy (the hero we never meet) from a regular who is getting pickled before a long night's driving)--and just how tough all the the poor bastards have it in this inventive and unconventional blue-collar narrative.About the Author:Alan Catlin has retired from his unchosen profession of tending bar, where he worked for thirty ...

In this busy world we live in today, all too often we seem to forget the little things that make other people feel great, and it makes their day. Simple things like holding a door open, asking how someone is doing and actually waiting to hear the answer, or helping someone out in an aisle of a grocery store. This book is about different ways we can do just that- make others feel good. And in return, the feeling we get is indescribable.