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The Matinee

Copyright © Tracy Lane, 2013/2025.

The Matinee


Note: this story is set in the Tranziverse; the protagonist is biologically male but looks anatomically female.



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Stuck in the Middle -39

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Stuck in the Middle


In this chapter, Emily wakes up to a world transformed by a thick blanket of snow, bringing an unexpected break from school. Excitement fills the house as she, Lily, and Sam embrace the magic of a snow day—building forts, launching snowball fights, and reveling in the winter wonderland. The day is filled with laughter, warmth, and a rare sense of freedom, but just when Emily thinks she’s escaped her responsibilities, a small twist reminds her that even snow days come with their own surprises.

Copyright © Natasa Jacobs. All Rights Reserved.



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White Balance (3)

Copyright © Tracy Lane, 2013/2021.

White Balance (3)

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Demon Queened - Chapter 61 - Growing Pains

After flubbing a powerful incantation, meant to give newly coronated Demon Queens the wisdom of their ancestors, Devilla Satanne awakens to memories of her past life as Jacob Divington, a human from Earth. Having gained a new perspective on life, she quickly comes to a rather horrifying conclusion: she's been a complete and utter brat! No wonder everyone hates her!

And then there's the fact that she's apparently been reincarnated as the villainess of Tower Conquest, a lesbian porn game with a surprisingly intricate plot. One in which the Heroine conquers Dimona Tower, turning Devilla's people against her in the process. In victory, the Heroine brings about a glorious age of peace between demons and humans for the first time in millennia. ...Which actually sounds pretty good for her people, come to think of it. Devilla knows her terrible behavior is beyond forgiveness, but maybe she can still make up for her past mistakes? She just needs to make sure the events of the game unfold correctly. Though there is one little detail she'd like to change - the part where Devilla herself is killed or enslaved!

The series cover was commissioned from https://twitter.com/HaizeUqei

Demon Queened Cover, featuring Abigail and Lucy grabbing Devilla's arm and hand, respectively, on opposite sides.


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This story is 197 words long.

Big Book of Heaven and Hell by Maggie Finson on Kindle

The only thing bigger than Heaven and Hell is The Big Book of Heaven and Hell!

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The Big Book of Heaven and Hell
by Maggie Finson
Bek D. Corbin
E. E. Nalley
Melanie E
Buy on Kindle!


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The Novitiate by Angela Rasch from DopplerPress

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Tim is patiently waiting for his high school days to draw to a close. He can’t wait to go away to college, far from a dad who is disappointed with his son’s tiny frame. Tim is also unhappy with his body, for a much more shielded reason. Music provides the catalyst for lasting change.

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ET 3: Mall Tigress

Mall Tigress
By Paul Calhoun

Sponsored by Demuto.
The pony is apart now, but the tigress wants to go shopping!



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Whisper - Chapter 40

Whisper
by Sleethr

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Whisper squeaks her way out of a sticky situation at the grocery store. The MCO grows frustrated, but gets a break. Aunt Julie goes undercover and Sara pays a visit.


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This story is 36 words long.

Dooms Day Part 4

Dooms Day Part 4

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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This story is 49 words long.

Winter Journey

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Winter Journey
by
Lesley Renee Charles


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Sarah Carerra - 3.35 - Celebrations

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Even though it was the beginning of December the weather was excellent and it would be a nice day for a party.

Sarah Carerra 3: Concerto in A-
Chapter 3.35 - Celebrations
by Megan Campbell
Copyright  ©2012 Megan Campbell
Released: December 21, 2012


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This story is 38 words long.

Paying The Price - Part 02


 © November 2012


Part Two



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Leigh Anne - Chapter 10

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Leigh Anne - Chapter 10
by Barbara Lynn Terry



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Perspectives: 39

Josie

Carol and Jenny have a discussion
Perspectives:
a novel with eight voices

by Louise Anne Smithson

Carol — mother of Josie and Jenny (Friday 12th August 2011)



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Ashley Phoenix Riley - 1 - Arising From the Ashes


“It may sound crazy, but it is the one thing I think I could handle... A group home won’t be an option because you know it’s only time before I get away... My Dad gave up on me, and I wouldn’t go back there... I didn’t do so well against three guys, so prison would be living a nightmare.”
“I do know what a transgendered person is and I’m not one. But Miss Riley is open and honest, so I know what I would have to live with... I expect that she will turn me down, but that is up to her. I see living as a girl as my only real option.”



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Christmas Hopes - Part 3

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Christmas Hopes
An Anthology



by Andrea Lena DiMaggio


Part Three - Dara's Joy
These stories are a continuation of A Christmas Sampler
http://bigclosetr.us/topshelf/fiction/24777/christmas-sample...




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The Panic Before Part 2: A Jaci and Dottie Story

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The Panic Before Part 2: A Jaci and Dottie Story: Dottie tries to help.

Dottie got out of bed and practically floated to her closet.



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Beyond Galactic Marshal - Chapter 14

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Beyond Galactic Marshal
by
Hilltopper

Chapter 14

I was sleeping soundly when a loud yell woke me up. A large man was standing just outside our camp. He seemed mad as hell. Janna was staring at him with her hands on her hips. I stood up and started to ask what was going on when the man suddenly raised a large gun. He yelled and fired. I felt something impact my lower body. Everything turned black.



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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 1897

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike)
Part 1897
by Angharad

Copyright © 2012 Angharad
All Rights Reserved.
  
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Christmas Changes Chapter~5

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‘What do you want John,’ enquired Auntie Abby with an edge to her voice...

 


Christmas Changes

A Penmarris Story
Chapter 5


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Hot Dogs And Candles

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Hot Dogs And Candles
Christmas At The Cabin
 
by Susan Jean Charles
 
Snowbound in a mountain cabin, bored siblings play a new game and get to fulfill their Christmas Dreams.



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Antifreeze...Part 6.

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Antifreeze…Part 6.

I really didn’t want to see the police here.

My stomach is in knots just from all the bullshit form earlier and this; this is really the last thing that we need. That I need and I’m really hoping that they’re not going to try and come after Chris given what’s already happened.

We all get out of our vehicles and the police get out of theirs. Well they’re not coming with weapons drawn at least. Honestly I was expecting something bad like that.

Mom and Uncle Rothman walk over to meet them and they’re talking and the cops are looking at me and Uncle Roth motions me over to them. Chris and I come over I’m feeling shaky again but he’s holding my hand.



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Seasons of Change - Book 7 - Part 2 of 2 - Caitlyn's Story

Jane is under pressure from both the legal system and Caitlyn's mother to make a decision.
Jane finds help and support from her past as she works to save a very special student.

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Seasons of Change
Book 7 - Part 2 of 2
Tales of The Season
Caitlyn's Story

by Tigger

Copyright © 1999,2001,2012 Tigger
All Rights Reserved.


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The Panic Before Part 1 - A Jaci and Dottie Story

Jacilynn was trying very hard to keep her emotions down today. The minutes slipped by far to fast for her. Although their regular school had let them out for the holidays yesterday today Jaci and Dottie were attending the Barbie Princess Charm School meeting.



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A Change of Orders

Lieutenant Commander Allain Charboneau is the engineering officer of a nuclear powered submarine. As the ship prepares for sea, Allain makes a decision that will ultimately mean his death, except for this secret government program . . .

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A Change of Orders

by Tigger

Copyright © 1998,2012 Tigger
All Rights Reserved.


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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 1896

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike)
Part 1896
by Angharad

Copyright © 2012 Angharad
All Rights Reserved.
  
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Scarlet - Part 6

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SCARLET

by
Jessica Drew

Part 6

Sam recuperates after his accident, but he is a wanted woman, and it isn't long before trouble comes knocking at his door.

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Sarah Carerra - 3.34 - Rechordus

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By lunch we had managed to finish the first four songs, including my two duets with Ethan.

Sarah Carerra 3: Concerto in A-
Chapter 3.34 - Rechordus
by Megan Campbell
Copyright  ©2012 Megan Campbell
Released: December 19, 2012


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A Tale of a Tail

A Tale of a Tail

By: Emily Rudgers

Stranded in the wild a woman fights for survival but finds it easier than expected.

Author's Note: This story is similar to a story I read here called “A Fish Tale,” written by the user Amellie. I call this a fan fiction because there are enough differences where it could stand on its own but enough similarities that credit is due. I wanted to try something a bit less emotional so there isn't much in the way of character development. As always, thanks to djkauf for editing and comments are always appreciated.



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Gaby Book 9 Chapter *10* Anna's Party

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Chapter *10*

Anna's Party

“I'll ring Dad; he's picking us up anyway.”

We set off through Kripp at a very much reduced pace, a mere thirty kph, Mum had her phone out as soon as we reached a straight stretch of road.

“Dave? …hi luv…great, great, fifteen minutes…we need to do a mercy run…party,” Mum looked over to me, “where?”

“Er Max's.” I should have met the others at Pia's; they'd be walking over to the venue now.



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A Weird Christmas Journey - Jane Frost

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Jason Frost was your normal college student, except he grew up looking like a girl. He never got over five foot five inches, and weighed 110 pounds wet. His mother always made excuses saying that he would someday grow out of it, but face it, he was 19 now, and things would never change.

And no matter what Jason tried, he was always mistaken for female. Cutting his hair short just made him look silly - and other boys hit on him using the short hair as their ice-breaker! When they weren’t just trying to hit him, anyway. It wasn’t as though he dressed, or acted, feminine. It was just his lot in life - his curse, as he came to see it. There was something “off”, and he could never figure out what it was.



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Some things are worse than death

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Ellen always told me that I needed to manage my temper. Oh how I wish I had learned to listen to her.



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Christmas Hopes - Part 2

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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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Seasons of Change - Book 7 - Part 1 of 2 - Caitlyn's Story

Caitlyn, Jane's latest student, is about to be sent back to the system.
So far, the Season's Program has not worked as the student is just too clumsy to successfully pass.
The question is WHY?

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Seasons of Change
Book 7 - Part 1 of 2
Tales of The Season
Caitlyn's Story

by Tigger

Copyright © 1999,2001,2012 Tigger
All Rights Reserved.


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Life Giver by Melanie Brown on Kindle

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If healing meant changing genders and also species, would you? And how about protecting this new found technology? This gender-bending sci-fi tale takes you to strange worlds as those transformed protect their new people from destructive humans.

Life Giver by Melanie Brown on Kindle


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Romance and Other Crimes Vol. 3 by Maryanne Peters on Kindle

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Maryanne Peters gets her third strike!

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Romance and Other Crimes Vol. 3
by Maryanne Peters
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Swifter, Higher, Stronger on Kindle

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When Tony's attempt to follow in his father's footsteps on the football field comes to nothing he gives his undivided attention to a different sport - gymnastics.

His unorthodox training leaves judges bemused but coaches impressed enough to give him an opportunity. With the Olympics in his sights a twist of fate has him seeing things from a whole new perspective, one that will affect the rest of his life.

Book Cover artwork for Swifter Higher Stronger rendered as virtual Paperback and Tablet editions - Cover art is girl, doing a gymnastics move, on her toes, with one arm in the air, and the wording Swifter Higher Stronger at an angle on a black background slightly overlapping the girl


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The Handshake That Hides the Snake - by Angela Rasch on Kindle

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Your past is always there. Erik discovers that his will force him to make choices about his future and decisions about those he can trust.

But is anything quite what it seems in this tale of profit, manipulation and loyalty?

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The Handshake That Hides the Snake

by Angela Rasch

Now on Kindle



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