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Raven's Blood: Chapter 9

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Chapter 9: Family Secrets

Raven Demarco grew up living a sheltered life. When she starts University to get away from that she is caught up in the world of the paranormal. Secret organizations, magic, creatures from myth and legend, and worst of all, her own legacy and the Demons who want her blood.

 

“There are Demons after me; they put a price on my head. I need you to teach me how to fight,” I admitted.


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Easy As Falling Off A Bike pt 1250.

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike)
Part 1250
by Angharad

Copyright © 2011 Angharad
All Rights Reserved.
  
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Demands My Soul -02-

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Demands My Soul

A Transgender Heroine's Journey & Romance Novel

From THE ONE Universe

Chapter 2: Echoes of Before

By Ariel Montine Strickland

Can Delores cope with the final evidence in the will that her parents did not see her or love her enough to let go of their fear?

Copyright 2025 by Ariel Montine Strickland.
All Rights Reserved.



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Routes 1

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I posted in a blog that I was writing this, and I am afraid it will be an exercise in complete self-indulgence. I just fancied letting a collection of my favourite people relax together. Don't expect any dazzling revelations here; then again, as I am still writing it, who knows? For new readers, this story won't make much sense unless you have previously read my novel 'Mates', available on this site and on Kindle.



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Curse of the Fountain by Melanie Brown from DopplerPress

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Neil wanted to be famous in his old age for discovering the Lost City of Zed with the Fountain of Youth, according to legend. Now she wants to discover the perfect nail color to go with her prom gown.

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Curse of the Fountain
by Melanie Brown
Ebook Now Available from DopplerPress



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Perfectionists by Angela Rasch - now on Kindle

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Two stories from Angela's extensive work at BigCloset gathered into one volume:
 

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Perfectionists
Angela Rasch
From DopplerPress


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And That is the Way it Happened -5-

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Janice faces her first day at school.

And That
is the Way it Happened

Part 5

by Paula Dillon

Copyright © 2007 Paula Dillon
All Rights Reserved.


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Tuck - Chapter 127 - Tuck Another Look

Questions, some answers, a few more questions...
Tuck by Ellen Hayes
Tuck 127 - Tuck Another Look



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Hospital

Hospital

by shalimar

I went to the hospital because I’m a diabetic and my toe had an infection. They admitted me to a double bed room and told me they would need to remove the toe. Charles, my roommate, was in for pain in the abdomen. Although he had been in the hospital for a week the doctors still didn’t know its cause.

“Maybe you’re pregnant,” I kidded.

He gave me a chuckle before we talked on other subjects.

Just before I had my operation the next day chuck came back from another test.

“How did you know?” he asked. “Somehow I AM pregnant.”



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Bobby's Rainy Day Adventure - Chapter XI

In this chapter, Bobby is invited to Cori's sleepover and semi-officially acquires some new pronouns. We also learn a bit more about Bobby's father and get a little more insight into how he and his child feel about each other.



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No Obligation, Part 16

Oaths are made, alliances forged, friendships kindled, and enemies revealed, as Becca prepares for the final confrontation with the Cat Goddess and her "children." Who would have thought "making out" would lead to the beginning of the end?

No Obligation
Part 16

by Randalynn

"Oaths and Confrontations"


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3 Days Henceforth

This is my first attempt at writing TG Fiction. I would appreciate any comments or suggestions.

3 DAYS HENCEFORTH



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A Year In My Life (Part II - 4)

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Our first summer together. We tell a few people about Gwen and one isn’t happy. A surprise at the lake. Could one of us be bisexual? Where does Kelly fit into all of this?

A special thanks to Hope for editing this part.



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Leeway, Ch. 6

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Leeway
Chapter 6

by Justme



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Turning the Tables

Turning the Tables
By Itinerant
Edited by Amelia R.

Author's Note: Written for Erin's Strangefellow's Day Kontest^WContest. Pulled from an idea that arose during a brief, demented series of messages with John in Wauwatosa.

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Monday, October 1, 2001

"Well? Have you found a candidate? All Hallows Eve is less than four weeks away, and I want to have the ritual on the full moon."



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Being Christina Chase | Chapter 4: Oak Grove

        The old green truck had barely turned the corner onto Main Street when Andrei pulled over to the sidewalk and put It In park. Looking towards Nina and Christina, he said, "End of the line, ladies." Needing no encouragement, Nina pushed open the passenger side door and jumped down onto the sidewalk. Christina followed, closing the door behind herself.



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Suited For Danger - Book 2 - Chapter 1

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Two teenage boys, working for a super secret R&D lab learn that sometimes accidents happen...continued.

Transformers
(sort of)

Book Two, Chapter One

By Catherine Linda Michel



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Rhod`s Trip To America ch 35 Luray Caverns

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The kids from England end up going on a field trip to Luray Caverns. Em notices that Gaby seems to be moving very femininely and she is happy for a change. What is up with that? Did Gaby become a girl? It's interesting, I never noticed before, but Gaby smiles just the same way Maddy does? Gaby hardly ever smiles, so I never noticed this before. It's nice to see Gaby in a good mood for a change. Maddy seems to be a bit glum though, Why did she ever come wearing a blouse, skirt, hose and open toed, low heeled sandles to a cavern tour field trip, who is she trying to impress? That sure was dumb on her part.



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Timeout 4- Reel to Real - Chapter 3

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Joanie's farm project resumes, with changes. She learns more about Miki and why the mongoose may be attracted to her. The trip to take the Smith twins to their mom in hospital is finalized. Pinky and Joanie discuss the Alphas. The Sabers learn of Joanie and BET. Joanie has a series of revealations reguarding Eric and her that are frightening. And someone faints and it's NOT Joanie.

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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Bath Candy

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I just wanted to spice up the relationship and gave Janice the opportunity to choose how. That may have been a bit of a mistake.....




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At Darwin's Delight

At Darwin's Delight

by Xaltatun of Acheron

Chapter 1: Time for a Vacation.



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Dragons, Fairies, and Elves, Oh My!

My hair streamed behind me and my gossamer wings fluttered in the slipstream as I hitched a flight from Bahadur Azi Dahaka, dragon warrior of the Mountains of the Summer Snows.



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And That is the Way it Happened -4-

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Janice spends one day shopping with her Mom. The next day she meets someone from school who recognizes her for who she is.

Madeline also helps smooth some things over.

And That
is the Way it Happened

Part 4

by Paula Dillon

Copyright © 2007 Paula Dillon
All Rights Reserved.


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Nothing Stranger Than Life, chapters 14 - 15

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Just a quick add on to the previous 3 chapters. More to come later.

DD



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Drabble Theatre: Easter

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Easter is a day to celebrate rebirth and the start of new life - in more ways than one.



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Nothing Stranger Than Life, chapters 11-13

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Wow, now the spousal unit is horning in!

Do Chinese Mystics look good in pink?

Did I wait too long to add more chapters?

Have you left me a comment yet?



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A Year In My Life (Part II - 3)

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A trip downtown. An interesting meeting on a Saturday with a major surprise. Another trip to Doug’s cabin. Another big surprise for us. Maybe a voice for Gwen? A test? Back home for the summer.



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Joanna

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This is a follow on to Luciana. It would help if you've read that.

Can someone who is not who they were be trusted? Will retracing your steps solve anything, when nothing is the same... and should you try? It is not always possible to walk away even if you want to. The past is always there.

There is some darkness, violence and general nastiness... so as before, be forewarned.
Apologies if the Italian phrases are not exactly correct. Blame Google.



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Drabble Theatre: Side Effects

Inspired by a real side-effects warning I read. Another drabble.



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Passing Tones, Chapter 11

I have no idea how long I’d been under my headphones working on the Prokofiev, but when Cindy tapped me on the shoulder she didn’t look any too pleased that I was still working. I looked at her sheepishly and took off the headphones.
Passing Tones
Chapter 11

by Jillian Marie


Thanks to my friends Karen J Taylor, Angharad Apgwilym, PB, Angel O’Hare, and Dimelza Cassidy for their assistance and support.
I never would have gotten this far without you.



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Snap-In Tools

This is a drabble (100 word story) based on a joke I'd once made about a company a friend of mine had worked for that sounded very close to Snap-In Tools. I'm not really sure of the rating. If anyone thinks I should change it, please let me know. Enjoy! :)

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Being Christina Chase | Chapter 3: A Simple Misunderstanding

        As Chris rolled over and opened his eyes he could tell by the light on the ceiling that it was morning, but something was different. He felt as though he was floating on a cloud. This wasn't his bed. His bed was only marginally better than sleeping on the floor, and that was only because he rarely swept. Even the soft feather pillows molded perfectly to the curvature of his head. He couldn't remember feeling so relaxed in his life. Most mornings, his first action was to untwist his underwear, but today, his pajamas flowed marvelously from his body. He sighed, reveling in the sensation of being absolutely pampered.



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A Perfect Match?

Can a young college grad, a 450-year-old pirate, magic jewels, multiple transformations, history, old movies, costumed role playing, and a trusted employee's greed mix together to yield true romance?



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Deep Cover

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Deep Cover

Prologue



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The Deception of Choice. Part 15 comprising Chapters 42 & 43.

In which the diligent reader can find a new ballgown, divers conversations, both of hope and of despair, together with a meeting by a fountain. Oh... and did I mention the note under the door? Nobody could ask for more. Could they?



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FEMELLA AILUROS ARMATURA chapter 1

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FEMELLA AILUROS ARMATURA

By

POLYROBOTICS1

"We still do not have enough information,
sir."

"I understand, now talk."

"It was several days before we received a



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The Big Switch by Christopher Leeson on Kindle

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Private eyes, politicians, bimbos and body-swapping aliens in a wild send-up of pulpy fun!
 

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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
Buy on Kindle


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Texas Two-Step by Angela Rasch on Kindle

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Another great sports story from Angela Rasch on Kindle from DopplerPress!

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Orphaned, Angel has to move to live with his uncle. Even though a standout athlete in Illinois, he's having trouble finding a place to fit in Pecos. Angel played soccer back in the Midwest, but that isn’t even an option in this gridiron-crazed, West Texas town. He gets a job in a Dairy Queen, but it seems mostly due to a misunderstanding and his life goes off in a new direction....

Texas Two-Step

by Angela Rasch

Click here or on cover image to buy at Kindle.



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No Foolin' by Jo Dora Webster - Now on Kindle

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Aliens? Magic? Magic aliens!

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No Foolin'Jo Dora Webster

A Story of the Limoxian Universe


What will Gail do when her crush, Kevin,
stumbles on a device from the space pod cabinet?




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