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Romance We Must by Maryanne Peters Ebook Available

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Romance We Must
by Maryanne Peters
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What do you do when your responsibilities mean sacrificing your desires... your dreams... even your gender? In her 34th collection from DopplerPress, Maryanne Peters explores what it means when duty calls, and you're expected to answer with high heels on.


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Life As A Debutante

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I have no idea who came up with the original idea, but I am positive I would love to get my hands firmly around their neck for just a few minutes. So far, I have managed to escape the longer lasting effects of this crazy idea. My mother doing most of the shopping for me so far, loaded down with bags of goodies after numerous trips to the local malls and boutiques.


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Angry Diary - Part 1 of 6

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It’s been too long since I’ve been here; I’ve been busy working on longer works (soon to be published on Amazon) as well as non-TG writing. Recently I found this older story that has not been presented before. It follows the familiar diary format, somewhat similar to my story “Stupid Diary”.

A warning: The story opens with domestic abuse.

Angry Diary, by Karin Bishop

Part One


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Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 33

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Chapter 33: Time of Change

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“The assassination attempt, was that real or just a publicity stunt?” a voice immediately called out.

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Dragon's Flame Chapter 26

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Chapter 26: Exercise the Mind

The next morning, Yuqi awoke enveloped in a renewed sense of purpose that pulsed through her veins like an invigorating tide. The warmth she had felt in her dream lingered within her, a radiant glow flickering like a steadfast flame, eagerly awaiting her nurturing touch. No longer just a figment of her imagination, it had taken root within her, alive and vibrant, ready to be embraced.


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Accidental Romance on Kindle

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Bobby went to an old school buddy for a job and got more than he bargained for!

Accidental Romance by Melanie Brown on Kindle
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Accidental Romance

by Melanie Brown
Copyright 2012, 2017


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Easy As Falling Off A Bike part 88

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A dinner invitation but who is the mystery caller?

Easy As Falling Off A Bike.
by Angharad.
part 88.


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Coulda Been... Yet Again

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Another fantasy, and it looks like dedications are gonna be the norm for these. I think these pieces are helping me, but writing them is really painful. I sat sobbing for a good two hours halfway through this one, and if you want to see the real story of what happened, it's in my blog on here. I'm not going to link to it, it's easy enough to find.

Coulda Been... Yet Again
by Edeyn Hannah Blackeney
Note: This is dedicated to the memory of Michael Andrew Galyen.
My baby brother.
18 March 1991 - 12 September 2007.

This didn't happen. The real story is much more painful, but really... this is what might have been in different circumstances. There's a kernel of what really happened here, but...


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Dreamed You Were Me

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In our dreams, almost anything can happen. For Josh and Tiff, a shared dream has some unsettling consequences in the 'real' world.

Dreamed You Were Me
Copyright 2007 by Heather Rose Brown
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All Hallows Eve

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All Hallows Eve

By Susan Brown

Once again my thanks go to Kristina LS for knocking this into shape

>Part 1

The gun was still smoking slightly and was warm to the touch.


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Drabble Theatre: Valid Fear?

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Hi. Not new here, but new at not-lurking. So, my first effort here is a Drabble. I like Drabbles. Enjoy! (Please?)
 

Valid Fear?
by Audry Baxter

 


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Mystery of Sawnerve Island -5- Cheezburger in Paradise

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Two boys shipwrecked on a tropical island make a series of strange discoveries while a mysterious force slowly transforms them into beautiful girls.

Girlz Has Applez....


Coconut Palm      Mystery of
Sawnerve Island

Chapter 5 - Cheezburger in Paradise

by Jijillian and Kyosuke


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Coulda Been... Another Time

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Third one of these. I'm definitely enjoying writing them, as it's always better to think of pleasant things. A fantasy of what might have been if events had allowed, this one set between the first two installments. Another dedication in this one, too, maybe I should go back and dedicate the first one to my mother...

Coulda Been... Another Time
by Edeyn Hannah Blackeney

This didn't happen. The real story is much more painful, but really... this is what might have been in different circumstances. There's a kernel of what really happened here, but...


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Easy As Falling Off A Bike part 87

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Cathy blows her top at a right little banker!

Easy As Falling Off A Bike.
by Angharad.
part 87.


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Being Christina Chase | Chapter 31: The New Year's Dance

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"David," Christina said, "I'm glad that you and I got a chance to talk tonight. See, I'm on to your little scheme. Nina isn't going anywhere with you tonight."

David sneered, "Why don't you let Nina make up her own mind?"
 

Being Christina Chase

Chapter 31 - The New Year's Dance

by Admiral Krunch


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Cruisin' - Chapter 4

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Cruisin' - Chapter 4

By Nick B
(c) 2007

The one where Donna shows her true colours

Another big hug and thanks to Kris for doing the proofing on this one - twice! She has nerves of steel I'm tellin' you.


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Timeout 4- Reel to Real - Chapter 9

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Timeout 4, Reel to Real: A Whateley Academy Fan fiction, Chapter 9

Joanie meets one of her idols, who prefers to be called Jen, they talk, have lunch and she gets an invitation to appear on a TV show. The narration duties for NOVA finish up. Joanie gets a shocking surprise from a close friend and a whopping big surprise from her familiar. Oh, did I mention the idol is Jennifer Marie S...

Andy Warhol said,"In the future, everyone will be famous for 15 minutes." What if your 15 minutes came late in life, and fame decided to never let you go? Could you survive the circus your life would become?


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Healing Cousin George - Part 7 Debbie & Alex

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“You know this is really working out for you,” she said.

“How do you mean?” I asked.

“Well your leg shape and thighs are really feminine looking and your arse has really perked up,” she said, reaching over and pinching it.

“Ow! Leave off.”
 

Healing Cousin George

Part 7 - Debbie & Alex

by Karin Roberts


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Camp Kumoni : 12

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"...I don’t want to go out on a date with Josh! I want to be with Samantha! Yeah... I’m with Samantha almost twenty-four, seven,... but as a girl. I want to be with her as a guy! To hold her in my arms! To smell her hair... to feel her soft skin and beautiful lips. To have her look at me... to refer to me... the same way as she does with Josh. *sigh*"
 
Camp Kumoni
By Anistasia Allread
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Easy As Falling Off A Bike part 86

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The toilet humour continues - there's a a surprise!

Easy As Falling Off A Bike.
by Angharad
part 86.

Driving out of Portsmouth I was very lucky I didn't have a crash. My temper was up to my eyeballs and I was ready to trade punch for punch with anyone who wanted to try it on.


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Gaby Book 5 Chapter *12* Train - In

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Gaby Book 5 - Bits

Chapter *12* Train - In

by Maddy Bell

 
 
Maddy Bell is selling her works in book form at Maddy Bell's Book Shop and has Gaby Character Dolls for sale. Please Visit!


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To Love And To Cherish

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TO LOVE AND TO CHERISH

Copyright (C) 1996, Daedalus

How far would you go to save the woman you love?
Warning: this story has a strong plot element and may require re-reading in order to be fully appreciated.

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Easy As Falling Off A Bike part 85

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Awkward questions are asked...but by whom?

Easy As Falling Off A Bike.
by Angharad.
part 85.

Clutching the envelope with the name change in it, I walked to the biology department and to Professor Agnew's office. I had spoken briefly with his secretary yesterday who gave me a knowing smile, told me how nice I looked and waved me in. I knocked on his door and entered.


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My Summer in Pantyhose Chapter 11

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Summary: Jamie gets some new clothes and goes to a movie with Megan.

Chapter 11

"That wasn't a very nice thing to say," said my grandmother. "You embarrassed Jamie in front of his friend."

"I don't like him wearing my clothes," retorted Julie.

"Mom made me wear it!"


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Accidental Magic - Chapter 07: Letting Go and Hanging On.

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Synopsis: Cindy and Allyssa are convinced Terri doesn't need to be so depressed at her situation. They begin trying to change her attitude and self image. They want her open up a bit more.

 

Accidental Magic

By
Allystra Krane

Chapter Seven
Letting Go and Hanging On.


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Camp Kumoni : 11

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The girls in the cabin erupted in applause and rushed over to hug the large girl. Erika, who hung back a bit, was a bit mystified by what was happening. Guys didn’t do this kind of thing for one another. Well not really. It was more like. ‘Hey, Dude, want to?’… ‘Yeah, sure.’….. ‘Cool.’. That was about all that guys did, not this whole 'We are going to help you out, every step of the way and give you hugs of encouragement' thing."
 
Camp Kumoni
By Anistasia Allread
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College Girl : 22

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College Girl
By poetheather
Chap 22

I was walking through the University Center, the wind billowing around my legs and up my skirt. I was heading to the food court, weaving my way through people. The crowd was pretty dense but I was a not so big person, so I was able through to slide through several holes in the mass of people.

I slid through one such mass and ran into someone. Whoever they were smelled heavily of Old Spice, which made me think of Bruce Campbell. “Watch where you going!”


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Easy As Falling Off A Bike part 84

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Easy As Falling Off A Bike.
by Angharad.
part 84 (That's like 7 dozen!).

Stella and I sat and talked a little longer although much of it was about my family. Stella wanted to know all sorts of things about my parents and I could only answer so much of it because I didn't know the answers.

"Why all the interest in my family?" I asked.


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Healing a Princess...2 (Preparations)

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“I’ve heard his men mention that he fights for the love of a woman who can not know of his love for her.”

“A romantic fighter?…..Takoda, what is this world coming to?”
 

Healing a Princess

Chapter 2 - Preparations

by Anistasia Allread

 


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Working Girl 20

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Working Girl 20

By Susan Brown

Angel

Once again my thanks go to Kristina LS for knocking this into shape

I was accosted by Ronald and Derek the instant I walked through the doors.

‘There you are, what kept you, we were all of a tizzy thinking you were bottling it.’

I looked at Derek and saw the relief on his face as he said that.

‘Don’t worry Derek, I am not bottling it. How do I look?’


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Restoration 1 of 3

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Ken felt attracted to Pete--well, not that way!
At least, not at first...

Restoration

by Bill Hart

Part 1 - Kara


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Headlights Girl

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Back Door

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He didn't know he was being set up by his wife and another couple to be trapped in skirts.


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Easy As Falling Off A Bike part 83

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Cathy heads back to Portsmouth and a meeting with Stella.

Easy As Falling Off A Bike.
by Angharad
part 83.

Somehow I caught the 'back from lunch' traffic and it took ages to get to the hospital. I missed my bike, once Simon resurfaced I needed to organise getting it back.


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Healing Cousin George - Part 6 Transformation

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“You need to learn to flirt” she went on,"It's all part of the fun of life.”

“Eh maybe. Look, it’s ok for you, but I’m not exactly what I seem, am I?” I said as we walked along

“What you worrying about? You were a natural and they never suspected a thing,” she said, as we turned towards the car.

“No, I don’t think they did. But you weren’t the one that was getting their leg felt up.”
 

Healing Cousin George

Part 6 - Transformation

by Karin Roberts


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Aria - Book 4 - Reformer's Fire by Emma Anne Tate on Kindle

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Isolation is difficult at the best of times, but at its worst when the world around you is falling apart.

Aria - Book 4
Reformer's Fire
by Emma Anne Tate
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Valor by Melanie Brown on DopplerPress

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Melanie Brown brings us one of her sexy sci-fi romps in Valor, the story of a hapless lieutenant who keeps saving the day by being turned into a bimbo by the enemy.

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Valor
by Melanie Brown
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Second Spirit by Melanie Brown on Kindle

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Jack thought he had his whole life planned out -- right up until the moment he woke up in a new, very different body.

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Second Spirit
by Melanie Brown
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The Road to Khemenu and The Ring by Melanie Brown - Now on Kindle

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Two stories from BigCloset's bestselling author Melanie Brown in one volume!

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The Road to Khemenu
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The Ring
by Melanie Brown
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