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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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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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The Duel Chapter 5 (Ver 2-Experimental)

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Two-Faces

The night air was thick with tension as I stood at the starting line, my heart pounding in my chest. The dim glow of streetlights illuminated the asphalt, casting long shadows that danced like specters around me. The adrenaline coursed through my veins, a fierce reminder of the stakes at hand. We were about to race, not just for glory, but for Juliette’s life.



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Hope's Light - Chapter 35: Doors (complete)

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Hope's Light

Chapter 35 & Epilogue

by Erisian

Book 6

 

If you have yet to read the saga - the tale starts here:

Into The Light

Hope you enjoy!

 

Chapter Thirty-Five - Doors

 

The transit was taking forever.



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Masks 9 - Business as UNusual - Now on Kindle

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"Wh-what?!" said the man, scandalized. "That's outrageous! We're not child stalkers! We're agents of the US government, here looking for known lawbreakers you're sheltering!"

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A Caddy Remark

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A short story...

A Caddy Remark

by
AuPreviner

Copyright © 2017 by AuP reviner



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South of Bikini 5: Episode 6- Devil's Cauldron

Returning from Persia, Alexandra Reilly’s daughter, Regina, shocks the Empress with her developing gift. A spur of the moment trip to the beach unites past and present Sisters of Kili, and allows one of Alex Reilly’s lingering missions to finally reach conclusion.



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The Lucky Charm Chapter 12

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The Lucky Charm

Chapter 12: Natural Selection

Last Time:

Freya said to Darla and mom, "We were talking before the game about the girls' future. We're from Eugene, for the Career
Fair the school held today. It's a pleasure to meet you ladies." First to mom, "Magdelien," Then to Darla, "Darlene, my name
is Freya Lawrence Blake, and this is my family. Well, most of it."

And Now:



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Roomies - Part 9

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“I'll have a glass of your house chardonnay” Becca said and the bartender turned to me. “Club soda with a twist.” I smiled to disapproving looks from the others.

Lauren was looking the most annoyed, so I addressed her.

“I'm feeling dangerous enough in this dress. I'm not adding alcohol.” I tried a reassuring smile.

“God, Chrissie said you never have any fun. Now I know why.” she said dismissively. “But if you think you're designated driver forget it. No one drives my Lexus but me.”

“I can cab home.” I smiled.

“If you cab home after all we did getting you looking this hot, there is no God!” Becca laughed.

I think only Tina caught my panic response before I tamped it down, quickly replaced by a polite smile.



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Today's Parable - 2017 - 06 - 08 - The Hoarder

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The Hoarder
(c) 2017 Haylee V

One day, in the tiny hamlet of Pine Grove, lived an eccentric junk collector named Thomas. being a junk collector, he was quite poor, and survived by living off the discarded trinkets and baubles of the more well-to-do.

"Why do you collect such junk?" the townsfolk would often ask. "It's completely worthless to anybody. You should find a real job, like helping the farmer or the miller. At least then, you'd be assured of your next meal."



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The Guardian - 10

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Sister I need you more now than I ever did
I've been thinking again, I've been thinking again



Part Ten - Sister
My continued apologies for the delay




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Thundering Force: Chapter 13: “Daughters and Sons of the Force.”

Chapter Description: Chapter Thirteen: Power shifts behind the scenes in the Clone Wars. Thor is sent on a diplomatic mission, with a mysterious Jedi Master. Their mission is to the planet Dathomir, where force witches and warrior women rule. There Padme will be tested in ways she did not expect.

Meanwhile Loki is making her own moves, while arranging for a mission with her newest recruit, Asajj Ventress.



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Night and Day, part 06 of 12

“I get a little stir-crazy sometimes, being cooped up in the apartment all night. But Mom says our neighborhood’s too dangerous for a girl at night, and I know she’s right.”



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Easy As Falling Off a Bike pt 3186

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 3186
by Angharad

Copyright© 2017 Angharad

  
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Today's Parable - 2017 - 06 - 11 - The Cross-Eyed Bear

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The Cross-Eyed Bear
(c) 2017 Haylee V

Once upon a time, in a forest deep and lush, lived a very lonely, very sad bear named Thaddeus. Thaddeus wasn't like other bears. Sure, he loved honey, and splashing in the stream, and catching fresh salmon. All bears do. But Thaddeus had a very unique problem -- his eyes.



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A New Home Chapter 1

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The Adventure Begins Chapter 1

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Gaby Book 15 ~ Friends ~ Chapter *3* The Big Plan

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Today's Parable - 2017 - 06 - 09 - Watch Where You Sit!

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Watch Where You Sit!
(c) 2017 Haylee V

Once upon a time, there lived a clever carpenter in the town of Cedardale. he was known far and wide for being the best craftsman of his trade around, and as word of the quality of his work spread, he began to get an ego. it wasn't too long before he became boastful of his skill.

One day, he was heard boasting to his friend in the town square, "I can make just about anything you can imagine, and out of any kind of wood you bring me. Yes, when I build something, it's built to last."



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The Life Of An Angel Chapter 13

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Help! My girlfriend is a Unicorn! Chapter 7

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Help! My girlfriend is a Unicorn!

Chapter 7

Despite the fact no one at school remembered the “food fight”, I discovered that there were some changes in people the next day. Boys especially, were looking at me differently, but even some of the girls seemed to be more aware of my existence than before, even though I had returned to a more “tomboy” look.



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Today's Parable - 2017 - 06 - 10 - How Brother Mole Lost His Sight

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Today's parable was inspired by a story I read by a dear friend, Sarah Goodwoman. It's a story of betrayal, revenge, and ultimately, healing. You may read it --> here <--

How Brother Mole Lost His Sight
(c) 2017 Haylee V



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The Crystal Palace

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Easy As Falling Off a Bike pt 3185

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 3185
by Angharad

Copyright© 2017 Angharad

  
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Tammy:Aftermath - Part 4 "The Future"

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Part
 
Four

 

"The Future"

 



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The Box's Pandora part 8

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When 15 year old Byron and his family go to visit Aunt Dora during spring break, they soon find themselves under an unexpected attack. In the aftermath, Byron's body and life change in ways that he never could have expected, or imagined.



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Shadowsblade: Testing finals...Let's dance

Shadowsblade a Whateley Tale: Written by Shadowsblade

Created for war and forged in pain, dealing with demons within and without.



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Freddy On the Loose: Part 14

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TFOS: Freddy On The Loose, Part 14

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Rodford Edmiston

Note: This story uses background and concepts from the Teenagers From Outer Space role-playing game, Copyright 2001 R. Talsorian Games, Inc. The characters and story are Copyright 2001 Rodford Edmiston Smith.

Freddy - fortunately male again - walked into class wearing an odd outfit, a snug-fitting, short-sleeved blue jumpsuit. Most people gave him no more than a puzzled glance, but Ramet and a couple of others looked startled, and Ramet actually gave a short, sharp laugh.



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Snow Angel Part 7

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The Italian Job - Part 14

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Sophia soon put the episode at her now old school behind her as she began a slightly extended summer holiday. It didn’t take us long to find her another school for September and when Benito came home from school we planned all sorts of things to do for the holidays only to have them thrown into total confusion by the arrival at Hartley House of Gina.

She breezed in, as if she owned the place. It seemed that it was something Italian Women just did. She pronounced the place ugly and vulgar and not the sort of place for children.



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11th Sun: Chapter 6: Logan's Fun

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“Yah need a carbon mod fer yer printer, but I dun’t think you’ll know how ta print one.”

First male I’ve talked to while I have breasts. He’s not attractive, thank god.

I’m on call with a Sector & Sector mechanic who knows nothing about me, or the mission, but is supposed to know a hell of a lot about this ship. Maybe he does, but I’m coming face to face with an attitude that should have died out last millennium.

“Look little lady, is the ship captain there, I think he’d better understand what I’m talking about.”



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The Cat In The Cradle Chapter 15

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VentureRealm Amusement Park -ch03

 

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Chapter 3 of
 
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 Park
 

 



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This Never Happened to James Bond Part 1

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He has done it again. This three brain cell moronic moron of a premier league footballer sitting next to me who earns more in a week than I do in three years of hard work. HAS DONE IT AGAIN!



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Easy As Falling Off a Bike pt 3184

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The Daily Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 3184
by Angharad

Copyright© 2017 Angharad

  
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Eve by Melanie Brown on Kindle

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Eve, born Evan Nichols, lived a lie for 28 years before finally deciding to do something about it. She knew becoming a woman would cause pain and emotional distress, but you can't prepare for everything...especially not romance.

Eve on KIndle

Eve

by Melanie Brown

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A Very Melanie Halloween by Mel B, Mel E and J Mel on Kindle

I scream, you scream, we all scream in delight!

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A Very Melanie Halloween
By Mel B, Mel E and J Mel
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Friendship and Agony by Maryanne Peters on Kindle

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The first published anthology of our own very prolific short story author, Maryanne Peters, is available on Kindle in a new book.

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Friendship and Agony
with 15 other TG romances
by Maryanne Peters
Now on Kindle!

When is a “Friendship” close to being a marriage? Two men discover that being friends is not enough when one of them agrees to be a bride.

What will an estranged father do to keep his family together when they make a “Call for Help?” Break the law and make radical changes? But how will his life be judged?

A man writes an "Agony" column pretending to be a woman, then success demands that SHE step forward into reality…. Can she become a real person?



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The Reluctant Cheerleader

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Melanie Brown's Reluctant Girl Series continues with The Reluctant Cheerleader now published on Kindle through DopplerPress!

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