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Stuck in the Middle -38

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Stuck in the Middle


In this chapter, Emily faces an unexpectedly long school day, where the weight of routine and lingering frustration make everything feel slower. As she navigates the usual rhythms of class, lunch, and detention, the quiet moments seem louder than ever. By the end of the day, the comfort of home offers a welcome escape from the exhaustion of it all.

Copyright © Natasa Jacobs. All Rights Reserved.



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The Wolf, The Owl, and The Cheshire Part 20 (Final Chapter)

Jack’s landing field, Caldwell, Montana:
Several days later, around midnight, the Learjet Jack and Cheshire were on lands at Jack’s property. All the floodlights that border the landing strip and the hangar were on, including the lights from the grain towers. As the plane finally comes to a stop, the door opens. Jack and Cheshire could see all their families waiting for them.



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White Balance (2)

Copyright © Tracy Lane, 2013/2021.

White Balance (2)

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The Faerie Blade: Chapter 41

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Chapter 41: Proposal

Kaelyn was just trying to fill her belly, but she got a lot more than she bargained for when she decided to save the life of a Faerie.

 

“Hmmm,” Selice hummed thoughtfully. “Yes, I can see how you would benefit from this, but I fail to see the benefit for us. What do you think, dear sister?”


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Stuck in the Middle -37

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Stuck in the Middle


In this chapter, Emily finds an unexpected shift in the usual routine, leading to a moment of quiet reflection and uneasy encounters. As the day unfolds, she navigates lingering tension, small victories, and the comforting warmth of home. With winter settling in, the promise of snow brings a hopeful distraction, offering a brief escape from the weight of the week.

Copyright © Natasa Jacobs. All Rights Reserved.



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Mercedes by Morgan Preece on Kindle

She knew how to treat him - exactly as he deserved...

He made his living meeting women and giving them what they wanted. But what did the woman in the Mercedes want and would he be willing to give it? And if he did, what would he become.

An erotic tale of lust, greed and transformation on the Gilded Coast as a young man looking for a sugar mama finds out what life is like as an object of desire.


Mercedes by Morgan Preece

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The Omega Unicorn Chronicles Book 4 Honeymoon Trips Ch. 52

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The Honeymoon Trips
Chapter 52

Written by rachel76m
Edited by Don Kaufman


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Wheels and wings 5

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Wheels and Wings. 5

Character List.

Jack Thomas Later AKA Ellie Transvestite and keen cyclist.
Amanda Thomas AKA Amie Jack's sister.



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Christmas Hopes - Part 9

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Christmas Hopes
An Anthology



by Andrea Lena DiMaggio


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These stories are a continuation of A Christmas Sampler
http://bigclosetr.us/topshelf/fiction/24777/christmas-sample...






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Duty Calls chapter 28-35+

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Upon reaching the Mall we pulled into the parking lot to discover the typical early pre-Christmas zoo which generally began around late November. Most of these were people who usually decided to begin just after Thanksgiving so they wouldn’t miss out on anything but this year came out two weeks earlier. I was thankful I hadn’t participated, at least until today.



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Becoming Karen - 16

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Becoming Karen — 16


By Katherine Day


(Copyright 2013)


(As November begins, Kenneth Hansson is now living as Karen Hansson, moving into her new life as a lovely girl facing both joys and trials. Continuing the sequel to “To Be Or Not To Be.”)



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Sunshine...Part 5

Sunshine…Part Five.

*** Joel……….

I stop eating and look over at the stunning young lady that’s looking at me and she’s crying. I get up and wipe off my mouth and grab my tray and I walk over to where she’s at and I set my tray down at the table that’s just beside theirs.

“Hey…are you okay?”

She’s still staring at me and it takes a second to have her register that I actually said something to her.

She wipes her eyes with the backs of her hands and nods then looks at me. “Yes sir…they just told me who you were.”

“I…Oh…you’re her?”



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Bridges 34

Bridges 34

Chapter 34

I am actually more than a little content and happy as we get my things and put them into the back of the truck and we head for home. My place, his place it’s all home to me and sort of fused together nicely.

Brandon looks at me. “That actually has you in a pretty good mood.”



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Absinthe, Opium and Honor...Chapters 36.

Absinthe, Opium and Honor…Chapter 36.

Chapter 36

Alex…..

He walked from the dorm towards the gym to get in some time before classes on the machines. He had just got a decent sweat going on when he saw them. Rick who he was on the hockey team on back in high school and Tommy.

His boyfriend.

Not his but Rick’s.



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Our Nutcracker Adventure, Chapter 4

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Collin, now Colleen for certain, is still hiding from the world. While attending ballet for a performance,
others around her begin to see through the cracks in her day to day disguise as Collin.

How much longer can she stay hidden?

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Our Nutcracker
Adventure

Chapter 4

by Torey

Copyright © 2013 Torey
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A Boy and his Dog, Chapter 9

When I woke up that morning I thought my life was normal, Little did I expect that shortly I would have to deal with kidnappings, evil cults, assassination attempts, mutant rock stars, strange powers, mud men, and my own body doing a flip on me, and that doesn’t even touch on my dog!

Man, I should have just stayed in bed!

A Boy and his Dog
Chapter 9

by Landing

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Whoops

A wife makes a serious error in thinking she knows her husband's wants and desires.

Your comments would be very much appreciated.



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Dooms Day Part 7

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Dooms Day Part 7
By: Emily Rudgers

In the war hardened lands of future Earth, humanity has been brought to its knees and tested.
The only possible saviors of the world being skilled soldiers whose abilities are put to the test.
This is the story of the remnants of unit 412.



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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 1910

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike)
Part 1910
by Angharad

Copyright © 2012 Angharad
All Rights Reserved.
  
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I love you like a love song

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I love you like a love song

It’s been said and done, every beautiful thought’s
Been already sung and I guess right now here’s another one



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Wheels and wings 4

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Character List.

Jack Thomas Later AKA Ellie Transvestite and keen cyclist.
Amanda Thomas AKA Amie Jack's sister.



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The Strange Island


The Strange Island
By
Morpheus

This was written in 2006 over a several month period as a serial story on my Yahoo group.



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The Awakening of a Vengeful Phoenix - Part 5 - Chapter 9

A man is feminized by his wife and his business partner and framed for embezzlement. Can he survive the humiliations his wife intends to subject him to and start a new life?

Thanks go out to Marina Kelly for her editorial assistance in improving the quality of this story.

We find comments (good or bad) to be valuable in helping us to write a good story. Thank you.



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The Taylor Project - Part 3

Scott Taylor Miller is tired of being known as Snotty. On New years Day he resolves to take control of his life and make himself into Taylor. However, Scott is unaware that his new asthma medicine will change him in ways he cannot foresee. Forces both within and without will try to define him. If he doesn't want to be Snotty any longer,
...just who exactly is Taylor?

The Taylor Project
Part 3

by Tracey Willows

Copyright © 2012 Tracey Willows
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FTL-16...Faster Than Life.

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FTL-16...Faster Than Life.

Chapter 16

There’s some nods and some smiles from all of them and one of them takes out a holo emitter and is OBC’s typing and there’s files coming up of people. The competition I think.

“We get to see their files?”

Stillwater shakes her head. “Not files but fleet bios.”

“Huh?”

“Officers and staff of distinction get bio pages made with general information. Like a general info file.”

“Oh so they get to see ours too?”



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Through the years: Trials and tribulations of a preteen girl Part 3

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“Well, we'll find out today.” Tracy scratched the cat's ears as she sat up. “I just hope that Mom comes up.”

“She promised she would.” Rachel replied as she went over, sat down next to her and put an arm around Tracy's shoulders. “She'll show up. She knows how important the doctor’s visit is today.”

“Yeah....” A tear slipped down Tracy cheek and she looked to the kitten and moved it to her lap. “But what if she...”

Rachel cut her off before she could continue. “Stop that. I know she is coming. You know it too, so stop worrying about it.”

“But what if she doesn't?”

--SEPARATOR--

Edited by Djkauf

A bit of Tracy and her family this time.

--SEPARATOR--



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Fairyland Trail, Part 12

Community Acceptance

McKenzie finally understands Aunt Karen's motivations. Ms. Byland organizes an event that shows McKenzie some wonderful things about her hometown. This episode concludes a story that began long ago with a hike on the Fairyland Trail.
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Christmas Hopes - Part 8

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Christmas Hopes
An Anthology



by Andrea Lena DiMaggio


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These stories are a continuation of A Christmas Sampler
http://bigclosetr.us/topshelf/fiction/24777/christmas-sample...






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The Tail of the Wolf and the Shepherd

The Tail of the Wolf and the Shepherd
By Paul Calhoun

Something from the list. Done in fairy tale style because it fits.

Sorcerous wolves attempt to seduce a wealthy shepherd turned land owner from his flocks but matters turn against them when he kills their leader and takes his magic hame. Things turn against HIM when his wife finds out.



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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 1909

The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike)
Part 1909
by Angharad

Copyright © 2012 Angharad
All Rights Reserved.
  
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Paying The Price - Part 04


 © November 2012


Part Four



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Wheels and wings 3

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Wheels and wings 3

Character List.

Jack Thomas Later AKA Ellie.... Transvestite/intersexual and keen cyclist.



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Extra Time 47

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CHAPTER 47
He held up so well I started to believe we were turning the corner rather than hitting the end of the road. Whitsun was good to us, and we had an extended family break at Mam’s, Von now being almost as much a part of the family as the rest of us, and of course Rachel was along, more relaxed now than I had ever seen her.



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Perspectives: 43

Josie

Preparations for a party
Perspectives:
a novel with eight voices

by Louise Anne Smithson

Sue — sister of Karen (Monday 15th August 2011)



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Bikini Beach: To Serve and Protect

A police homicide detective arrives at Bikini Beach with a shocking revelation and a fervent need to serve and protect.

Bikini Beach
To Serve and Protect

by Tigger

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Beyond Galactic Marshal - Chapter 16

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Beyond Galactic Marshal
by
Hilltopper

Chapter 16

“This is really bad. AI, hide us behind the nearest moon.”

I looked at Janna. She was spooked.

“Do you think we were spotted?”



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Amadeus Irina 3 - The Bridge by Shauna Rousseau on Kindle

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An orphan boy who loves music and dance...and can easily be mistaken for a girl?

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Amadeus Irina - Book 3
The Bridge
by Shauna J. Rousseau
Now on Kindle


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I Wish -Book 3- Sisters Forever by Amethyst on Kindle

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Shannon may now be a magical being but she still has to deal with the more mundane aspects of life such as settling in at school and working as a model! But danger is still out there, whether it is high school drama queens, disgraced ex-cops or malevolent supernatural forces. Shannon has to deal--but she does have her sister to help!

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Sisters Forever
I Wish Book 3
by Amethyst
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Reset Switch by Melanie Brown on Kindle

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The Switcher virus wasn't done with Harry Grant...

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Reset Switch
by Melanie Brown
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Harry Grant at 25 fell victim to the international criminal, Ron Simon, AKA the Switcher. Poor Harry had been mind-swapped with an old man of 65. Forty years of his life stolen in a moment…



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Hard Time by Melanie Brown - now on Kindle!

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The punishment was very strict! A year living as a girl--Hard Time!


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