Absolute XPress is proud to present it’s fourth Flash Fiction Challenge anthology – “Inhuman”.The Theme:There are other beings out there. Demons, fae, aliens, robots and more. Creatures that have been watching us for a long time. They know us. For this challenge, write from the point of view of something “Inhuman”; an exterior point of view that is able to see what it really means to be Human.This was a hard challenge, no doubt about it, but 18 autho...

About the Book:The essence of The Seven Deadly Sins (Envy, Gluttony, Greed, Lust, Pride, Sloth and Wrath) are captured in this anthology of flash fiction (fiction of extreme brevity) stories!Written by four amazing writers, their flurry of words and polished sentences reveal each of the 'sins' in a manner unique to each author. Some stories reveal the entrapment in a single scene, others exposed the characters’ fall from grace over a longer period of time.

Would your characters try to swindle a dragon out of his treasure? Perhaps they’d try to steal the fastest spaceship in the galaxy? Or are they after something a little more sinister that’s in need of taking? Where ever and when ever they take place, the stories of these Thieves and Scoundrels will take hold of your imagination and ransom it back to you.“Thieves and Scoundrels” holds 20 stories from 18 established and break out authors from all over the English speaking world; USA,...

Writers everywhere were issued a challenge—write an epic flash fiction story in under 1000 words.But there was a twist, it couldn’t be just any story. It had to tell the tale of a creature that haunts the night; one that lurks in the shadows; one that hides in dark places.Authors from the USA, UK and Canada met the challenge.From the submissions received fourteen writers were selected; some with already established writing careers, others who are breaking out and th...

They burned his world to the ground. Now he’ll infiltrate theirs.When Will Stark returns home on his birthday, he finds his life in ruins—his house engulfed in flames, his family gone, and a team of professional killers waiting to finish the job. But Will survives—and is pulled into a secret war between rival factions of a powerful, centuries-old society known as the Aliomenti.These people possess gifts beyond imagination. And they see Will as more than jus...

When a guardian does all she can to protect her charge, her power slowly dissipates. Sacrificing herself little by little is what she’s born to do, however, when her charge’s life is in imminent danger this guardian will use every last ounce of power to save her human. But will it be enough? And will her charge make it through this ordeal and go on to fulfill her own destiny? The Chimera Series - The Chimera Series offers short stories for busy people. Perfect for reading on a lunch break ...

In the new millennium, what secrets lay beyond the far reaches of the universe? What mysteries belie the truths we once held to be self evident? The world of science fiction has long been a porthole into the realities of tomorrow, blurring the line between life and art.Now, in The Mammoth Book of Best New Science Fiction 23 the very best SF authors explore ideas of a new world. With an extensive recommended reading guide and a summation of the year in science fiction, this...

These are two of Andersen’s best loved fairy tales for kids, which are brought up to date and refreshed for a whole new audience. Both of these stories are at once sweet and uplifting. Generations of children and adults alike have been charmed by these classic fairy tales. Each is unique in its own right, and yet they complement each other perfectly.As bedtime short stories, both have undeniable charm and power. While The Princess and the Pea is above all fun and jolly, The Little ...

REVISED EDITION! From independent publisher Dagan Books, Cthulhurotica is an exciting new anthology of erotic horror, inspired by the writing of H. P. Lovecraft.This decadent collection contains unique creations of Mythos fiction, plus thought-provoking academic essays. In addition, the revised edition contains more than 20 pieces of original art.With work by Cody Goodfellow, Kenneth Hite, Steven J. Scearce, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Gabrielle Harbowy, Matthew Marovich, Kirsten...

Widely regarded as the benchmark anthology for every science fiction fan, The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 21 continues to uphold its standard of excellence with over two dozen stories from the previous year.This year's volume includes many bright young talents of science fiction, as well as a host of established masters. It covers every aspect of the genre - soft, hard, cyberpunk, cyber noir, anthropological, military and adventure.Also included is a thorough summa...

The best science fiction short stories of 2002 and 2003, selected by David G. Hartwell, one of the most respected editors in the field.The short story is one of the most vibrant and exciting areas in science fiction today. It is where the hot new authors emerge and where the beloved giants of the field continue to publish.Now, building on the success of the first seven volumes, Eos will once again present a collection of the best stories of the year in mass...

Some jobs are dirty. Some jobs are easy. But in Hows Business? 101 Hilarious Jokes That Work For Kids - Clever Jokes That Will Have You Laughing Out Loud About Funny Jobs and Careers all the jobs are funny! You'll laugh out loud when you find out how these new business are going. The elevator business has its ups and downs. Repairing chairs? It'll keep you on the edge of your seat! These clever and unexpected twists will have you looking at work in a newhilariousway!