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Stuck in the Middle -43

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Stuck in the Middle


In this chapter, the excitement of the holiday season fills the air as Emily and her family prepare for Thanksgiving. From the relaxed atmosphere at school to the bustling energy at home, she finds herself immersed in the warmth of tradition. Helping in the kitchen, she experiences the joy of baking, cooking, and working alongside Mrs. Blake, Lily, and Sam. As the house fills with the comforting scents of pies, roasted turkey, and freshly baked rolls, Emily begins to feel a deeper sense of belonging, making this holiday one to remember.

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Naughty Magic - Chapter 8 - Picture It

Max never truly believed that his dream of becoming a magical girl could become a reality - but he never even imagined that becoming the villainess of the magical girls was a possibility! 

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Ever since the first Magical Girls appeared, to fight against the Violet Ooze threat, Max has dreamed of joining their ranks. Not that he’s particularly interested in the girl part - no way! - but the magical bit? The being a hero bit? That’s everything he’s ever wanted in life! So when a Magical Crystal offers him an out from the mundanity of college life, he agrees without a second thought! 

Unfortunately, the Magical Crystal gets attacked by Violet Ooze during the formation of their contract! Instead of a purehearted magical girl, ready to face the forces of evil, Max ends up as the Violet Queen - the new leader of those very same monsters!

Of course, the problems don’t end there! She's got magical girls aiming for her head, powers that are fueled by people lusting after her, and - worst of all - a ‘corrupted’ crystal that insists the true threat to the world is actually the (unwitting) magical girls themselves!

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Southern Sunlight

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Southern Sunlight


The Prequel to “Stuck in the Middle


In this Chapter, Emily starts her morning with the warmth of home and the excitement of exploring the swamp, eager to catch frogs despite Mama’s usual warnings. The day unfolds with the familiar sounds of nature, the scent of breakfast in the air, and the ever-present pull of adventure. As the sun sets, the family gathers around the table, sharing stories and a hearty Southern meal, ending the day with laughter and the comforting feeling of home.

Copyright © Natasa Jacobs. All Rights Reserved.



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Stuck in the Middle -42

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Stuck in the Middle


In this chapter, Emily brings her family’s donation to school and is moved by the overwhelming response to the Thanksgiving Drive. As the day unfolds, she navigates moments of reflection, quiet support from friends, and the familiar rhythm of school life. Through unexpected emotions and simple acts of kindness, she begins to see the power of small gestures and the quiet strength that comes with feeling part of something bigger.

Copyright © Natasa Jacobs. All Rights Reserved.



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She Like Me - by Angela Rasch on Kindle

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He had to find out: what do women think?

She Like Me
by Angela Rasch
Now on Kindle
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Faced with the need to pick a thesis topic, amid the turbulent sixties, Gerald looks to solve the mysteries of the female gender by disguising himself as one of them. In a world faced with the assassination of Martin Luther King and the Southeast Asia Conflict, can a man successfully pretend to be a college co-ed and discover the secrets of how women think? Gerald has read all the pertinent sociology textbooks and has a list of questions he will seek to answer, but is he asking the right questions? And, once he understands women, what decisions will he make about himself?



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Jem...Chapter 94

Angel/Jem
Jem…Chapter 94

by Bailey Summers

Copyright © 2013 Bailey Summers
All Rights Reserved.


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MAU: More Than Meets the Eye - Chapter 16

MAU: More Than Meets the Eye

by Sleethr

~o~O~o~

While the friends wait for Wheelie to report in, Sadie dips her toes into the girl pool. The team runs into a slight problem with retrieving the MAU and Sadie learns to fly.

~o~O~o~

 



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Lost

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Politicians wage war; men and women fight



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Moondance

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A tale of 'Old Wives', The Moon and lots of wishful thinking.



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Secrets 21 of 25

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Jane has a big secret to impart; fate has been practicing throwing wrenches



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Julina of Blackstone - 004 - Zytan

Julina tells us more about some Blackstone traditions, introduces another family to us and clears up something that concerns all Palarand and maybe even all Alaesia! (A little warning — this gets quite technical!)


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Julina of Blackstone

Her Chronicles

by Julia Phillips

004 - Zytan



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Duty Calls chapter 34

I left the communications/ control room with my mind searching for answers just as much as it had been when I had entered. Projectiles which were not made of lead and were like “needles”? Why target James and his VP’s? What was so important in his software business that someone was trying not only to kill him but all his higher associates and his/ their families? I would have thought that the software developers would have been more the targets. That thought brought me up short.



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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 2121

The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 2121
by Angharad

Copyright © 2013 Angharad
All Rights Reserved.
  
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Somewhere Else Entirely -91-

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The final meeting of Blackstone's Town Assembly brings together all those in whose safekeeping Garia will leave her town. Once details have been finalized she hands out as gifts all those objects sent to her during her stay. Then comes the serious business of packing, and finally she and the others must make their farewells to the town she has come to know and love. The company take the road south and make their first night's stop at the new roadhouse.

Somewhere Else Entirely

by Penny Lane

91 - On the Road Again



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Karen's Magnificent Obsession - 13

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Karen’s Magnificent Obsession — 13


By Katherine Day


(Copyright 2013)


(Karen’s confusion grows as her desires begin to dominate her life, placing her in troubling, frightening situations. Almost accidentally, she turns to an unlikely way of finding comfort in her new life.)



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The Omega Unicorn Chronicles Book 5 New Beginnings Ch. 13

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New Beginnings
Chapter 13

Written by rachel76


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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 2120

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 2120
by Angharad

Copyright © 2013 Angharad
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Walking in Beckys Shoes - Chapter 6

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Walking in Beckys Shoes — Chapter 6
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Julie D Cole



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Teenager of the Year - A tale of Delacroix High: Book 2

Chapter one:

Life has a flavour to it, at least I like to think so. Psychologists call it "Neuro-associative-conditioning" which tells you absolutely nothing about anything. The gist of it is that as human beings, we experience reality subjectively. And when we experience that reality, we instinctively attach emotions to the experience.



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The Awakened-chapter 1

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It has just past 2am and today I awakened. Awakened is a relatively new concept for most after the government found a chemical to accelerate our genes.



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Dancing With Demons 5

 

Dancing With Demons

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Essarr


Chapter 5 of 9

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Jihad 4.6

Jihad
4.6 Israel
by Red MacDonald
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The Faithful, North African and Middle Eastern Islamic nations, are plotting to seize the oil resources of the Middle East. By controlling the earth's oil and its major trade routes, they plan to bring the world to its knees. Then, when the entire world is kneeling, the Faithful of Allah will read to them from the Koran, preaching the message of Islam, the True Faith. The Faithful will stop at nothing to achieve their goal. But how far will they go? And how many lives will it cost?



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A Story For a Friend

STORY FOR A FRIEND, by Brian

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A story I wrote for my friend Tammi. She picked ending number two.



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Rent`A`Kid

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Ten year old Mark gets more than he bargained for when the Matron of his orphanage asks for a special favor to the orphanage's biggest benefactor, Duchess Oakfield.



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Jaci and Dottie: Boy Trouble Part 1

The wind blew dust and last years remnants of leaves across the sidewalk. It was not a big wind, more of a breeze really. It did little more than make most adults crave the safety of air conditioned comfort
However for the children it was just another summers day. Two such children were walking along a cement path towards the center of the park.



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Chatting With Angels -02- Bernadette

Chatting with Angels

Chapter Two ~ Bernadette

Written by Jo Dora Webster

Would Bernadette be prepared for the news that Kathy had an angel visit about her friend Monty?



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Teenager of the Year - A tale of Delacroix High: Book 1

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"So this is what dying is like, huh?" I though to myself as I lay against the bathroom wall. Ceramic tiles glinted in the cool moonlight, providing the only illumination to a room otherwise submerged in darkness. "Hope it's as much fun as it looks."



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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 2119

The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 2119
by Angharad

Copyright © 2013 Angharad
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Travel Agency: Scouts, part 6 of 6

Would it not work with her so far from the Gray One’s office? This place must be empty of magic, or the Gray One would have rescued her by now — perhaps the return spell would not work here.

This story is set, with Morpheus' permission, in his Travel Agency universe.



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You Chose the Wrong Store - Part 7

Ronnie's life took an unexpected turn for the different

when he picked the wrong store to shoplift!

You Chose
the Wrong Store
Part 7

By Jessica C
Copyright © 2013 Jessica C
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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 2118

The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 2118
by Angharad

Copyright © 2013 Angharad
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Life Renewed (Final Chapters)

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Life Renewed
Final Chapters

By StefB

Sara Collins had finally come to terms with the changes that occurred to her on her eighteenth birthday and built a comfortable life for her and her son but seeing the twin sister of the woman who turned her world upside down brought on an onslaught of painful memories.
Her life changes drastically afterwards but through the joy and the pain she sees the chance at a life renewed.
This story takes place within my Goddess Realm

This is the final part of a new storyline taking place within my Goddess Realm. It is not necessary to read Saved by a Goddess or Saved By a Goddess: Gifts to enjoy this story but admittedly it does help and is recommended.



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The Bronze Maiden Chapter 1 part 3

The Bronze Maiden


Chapter 1 part 3


Doc Savage and Pat Savage are the Property of Street and Smith. Introducing a future time line inspired by Doc Savage.

By: Desiree

I am most Grateful to my Beloved Jasmine as she has been a most
wonderful muse.



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Sweet Dreams-52

Sweet Dreams-52

Chapter 52

I’m all for it y’know that so sort of sexy girl thing of giving her guy a BJ when reality gets in the way. I’m not a snake like I’ve said before…Alex is a big guy and he’s pretty much proportional?

I don’t really know actually, it’s not like I’ve paid attention to that kind of stuff before. But I know he’s above the national average. Huh if father like son there’s another reason April puts up with Adam.

And I’m almost laughing because of where this thought just took me.

“Okay…just give me a minute.”

I kiss it…yeah, kind of weird. Kiss his ab’s…oh…mmm…I could keep doing that. I slip really quick to the stereo and put in a burner cd I made and I walk slowly back to him as *Never Tear us Apart* by INXS starts playing.

You ever really listen to that?

Lights down low…touching and kissing a lover.



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I Should Have Seen It Coming


I Should Have Seen It Coming


By Patricia Marie Allen



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This Collection Is So Romantic It's Criminal!

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Romance and Other Crimes
16 Tales of Transgender Skullduggery!
by Maryanne Peters
Now on Kindle


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The Girl Who Saved Aunt T's by Angela Rasch on Kindle

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Eric thought he was living a reasonable life until a series of calamities broke up his marriage, took his job and put his parents in a precarious position.

When Kevin, his tennis partner in High School, reminds him of the great team they made and offers him the opportunity to turn his life around he has a critical decision to make.



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Masks 5 - Energia - Out of Template's Shadow - Now on Kindle

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The Leader narrowed its pupils, just a bit... the equivalent of a slight smile for its species. The most important of the group were already supporting the plan. The others would go along, eventually. It sat back and let them plot and scheme, only occasionally asking a question or making a suggestion. Yes, this would work well...

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Masks 5

Energia

Out of Template's Shadow


by
Rodford Edmiston



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