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Paying The Price - Part 01


 © November 2012


Part One


    A change of pace from Sara this time folks, Paul helps a friend in trouble and pays a terrible price, which just goes to prove that ‘No good deed goes unpunished’



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Antifreeze...Part 5.

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Antifreeze…Part 5.

“Shane.” I could feel the refusal in the way he said my name. The way that he is refusing everything I am.

“Steven….” I shiver but I feel Chris tighten his hold around me. God that helps so much.

“Why are you here? You think you’re welcome here?”

“Shut the hell up Steven.” Shawn says sort of snarling at him.

“Fuck you nerd, keep hiding behind you woman’s skirts. The little faggot shouldn’t be here.”

“Steven….” Uncle Roth says warningly.

“What? What you’re just here for what you can get Rothman. You never bothered with us before and now when things are all up in the air you’re here? The faggot’s here and….” He gestures at Chris. “And who the fuck is this?”

Chris just looked at him. “I’m your sister Shayne’s boyfriend.”



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Beyond Galactic Marshal - Chapter 13

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Beyond Galactic Marshal
by
Hilltopper

Chapter 13

After a bit, the woman that had the necklace came into the teepee. She stared a minute and then held out her hand. I sighed, took off the necklace, and handed it to her.

“Thank you. I wouldn’t have survived without it. I assume you are a member of the crew of the spaceship hid in the Tetons.”



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Seasons of Change - Book 3 - Part 3 of 3 - A Losing Season

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Seasons of Change
Book 3 - Part 3 of 3
A Losing Season
An Alternative Ending to Seasons of Change

by Tigger

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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 14. There Goes My Gun

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 14.
There Goes My Gun
by Rebecca Anderson

No one knows what’s next, but everybody does it.
– George Carlin



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Squires-10

Jess Stone had breasts. He had been like this his entire teen life not quite fitting in anywhere that he had lived and at the same time he hadn’t really had the chance to. His folks moved around a lot with his dad being a hydrological engineer but they were slightly afraid of what might happen to Jess if he attended school. Some people just didn’t get it or wanted too. Jess was now attending a new school when he decided to change things...

Only it was everyone else that was getting changed!

Squires
Chapter 10
by Bailey Summers

Copyright © 2012 Bailey Summers
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You Are What You Read - Part Two Chapter 3

YAWYR II
Chapter Three


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Through the years: Trials and tribulations of a preteen girl Part 1

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“Rachel.” Tracy said, in a soft, sweet voice. “Wake up, Rachel.”

“Five more minutes.” Rachel grumbled before rolling over in the bed.

“No. You got to get up now.” Tracy said as she got up and went to Rachel's bed. She sat on the edge of the bed and began to tickle at Rachel's ear. “You wouldn't be this tired if you hadn't stayed up all night.” Rachel turned over and tried to hide her ears from Tracy, so Tracy went to plan B and uncovered Rachel's feet and began tickling her toes.

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Tracy returns! She's in Livermore, staying with friends and missing her mother, it can get better, right?

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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 13. I Bleed

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 13.
I Bleed
by Rebecca Anderson

What a world. It could be so wonderful if it wasn't for certain people.
– Woody Allen



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Scarlet - Part 4

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SCARLET

by
Jessica Drew

Part 4

It is the morning after the night before for Agent Sam Fields, as he struggles with his role aboard Ramirez's yacht. Meanwhile, Rivers receives startling news that may just change everything.

* * * * * * * * * *



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Becoming Karen - 9


Becoming Karen — 9


By Katherine Day


(Copyright 2012)


(In this chapter of the sequel to “To Be Or Not To Be,” Kenny finds exciting new relationships await him as a girl named “Karen.” His confusion grows.)



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Gaby Book 9 Chapter *09* Trained Thoughts

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Chapter *09*


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Seasons of Change - Book 3 - Part 2 of 3 - A Losing Season

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Seasons of Change
Book 3 - Part 2 of 3
A Losing Season
An Alternative Ending to Seasons of Change

by Tigger

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Duty Calls chapter 26-35+

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Chapter 26

We were quiet as the soup was served and remained that way as we began to eat. A few minutes later more coffee was poured.

“The soup is excellent,” James offered to our waiter.



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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 12. Debaser

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 12.
Debaser
by Rebecca Anderson

Honesty may be the best policy, but it’s important to remember that apparently, by elimination, dishonesty is the second-best policy.
– George Carlin



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To Make A Wish, Book 2, Chapter 05



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Perspectives: 36

Josie

Denise at Llangollen
Perspectives:
a novel with eight voices

by Louise Anne Smithson

Denise — daughter of Alice (Tuesday 9th August 2011)



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Ch 06: Standing Tall

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By Teek

Chapter 6

Standing Tall

Summary: Stephanie can’t be herself, and her attempts to be Daryl have failed. Desperate times lead to desperate measures. Can a little nine year old survive under all the pressure? Things get complicated as people respond to Elwood’s bullying behavior.

Caution: Stephanie finds herself under attack in this chapter from a school yard bully.

 © 2012 by Teek



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Seasons of Change - Book 3 - Part 1 of 3 - A Losing Season

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Seasons of Change
Book 3 - Part 1 of 3
A Losing Season
An Alternative Ending to Seasons of Change

by Tigger

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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 11. Gouge Away

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 11.
Gouge Away
by Rebecca Anderson

Eighty percent of success is showing up.
– Woody Allen



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Sarah Carerra - 3.31 - The American Music Awards

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"Are you ready for this?" I asked Ethan as the limo approached the drop off point for the red carpet.

Sarah Carerra 3: Concerto in A-
Chapter 3.31 - The American Music Awards
by Megan Campbell
Copyright  ©2012 Megan Campbell
Released: December 10, 2012


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Dandelion War - 3

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Dandelion War by Jaye Michael and Levanah Greene

Dandelion War

Jaye Michael
&
Levanah Greene

Chapter Three
Envelopment



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Antifreeze...Part 4.

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Antifreeze…Part 4.

I was really, really out of it asleep when it first happened. I think it was the garbage truck making the banging. You know when the forks do the thing with the dumpster and everything bangs?

Chris twitched with a mini spasm at the first bang.

He rolled hard over me with the second one. That woke me up and he’s over me…actually covering me with himself from whatever was there in his eyes.

For a moment he wasn’t with me there. Everything on him went steel tight with nerves and I could feel it too…Chris was permanently injured but he's still so strong that if he lost it…



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Becoming Karen - 8


Becoming Karen — 8


By Katherine Day


(Copyright 2012)


(Kenny spends his first few days at the University trying hard to show his masculine side, but quickly learns it’s not working. Another chapter in the sequel to “To Be Or Not To Be.”)


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Scarlet - Part 3

SCARLET by Jessica Drew

Part 3

After a less than successful start to his mission aboard the yacht, Sam is taken under the wing of Maria Ramirez.

* * * * * * * * * *



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Seasons of Change - Book 1 - Part 3 of 3

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Seasons of Change
Part 3 of 3

by Joel Lawrence

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Duty Calls chapter 25-35+

We proceeded to the limo and chase cars. The driveway was still warm enough to prevent more icing. Ditto with the walk and stairs. James and I entered the limo along with the driver and one agent. The remainder of them piled into the two chase cars and we were all on our way. The streets, unfortunately, did not share the heating elements which were found in my driveway so they were a bit more treacherous. At least the vehicles weren’t frigid since the heat rising from the driveway heated the undercarriages and, therefore, carried over to a limited degree into and around the three vehicles themselves.



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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 10. Mr Grieves

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 10.
Mr. Grieves
by Rebecca Anderson

May the forces of evil become confused on the way to your house.
– George Carlin



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You Have it All Wrong Four - The Kids Story - Part 49

You Have It All Wrong Four

By SaraUK

 

Part 49



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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 9. Silver

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 9.
Silver
by Rebecca Anderson

When we played softball, I’d steal second base, feel guilty and go back.
– Woody Allen



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Somewhere Else Entirely -68-

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Keren is in a tight spot but there is help at hand... with the immediate danger over Garia begins to make plans for the future. And so do the people of Blackstone, much to everyone's surprise.

Somewhere Else Entirely

by Penny Lane

68 - The Ptuvil's Claw



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Seasons of Change - Book 1 - Part 2 of 3

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Seasons of Change
Part 2 of 3

by Joel Lawrence

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Perspectives: 35

Josie

The Journey to Llangollen
Perspectives:
a novel with eight voices

by Louise Anne Smithson

Sue — sister of Karen (Tuesday 9th August 2011)



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The White Wolf Chapter -19-

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Jesse has inherited his Grandfather's ranch.
Now he must fight his father to keep it while he must
honor his Grandfather's last wish of seeking Coyote.

 

The White Wolf
Chapter 19
by Barbara Allan

Copyright © 2012 Barbara Allan

Thank you Hope for your encouragement and help in editing.
Thanks to all who have commented or left Kudos.


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Beyond Galactic Marshal - Chapter 12

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Beyond Galactic Marshal
by
Hilltopper

Chapter 12

As soon as Tiana left, the shaman walked back in carrying a pair of beaded moccasins that were almost to the knees. He looked at me and smiled big.

“Now you look like my vision. Our people will accept you as our female spiritual leader.”



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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 8. Tame

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 8.
Tame
by Rebecca Anderson

It isn’t fair: the caterpillar does all the work, and the butterfly gets all the glory.
— George Carlin



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Scarlet - Part 2

SCARLET by Jessica Drew

Part 2

Agent Sam Fields finds himself trapped. Not only in the body of the beautiful Antoinette, but aboard the luxury yacht of drug baron Carlos Ramirez.

* * * * * * * * * *



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Becoming Karen - 7

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Becoming Karen — 7


By Katherine Day

(Copyright 2012)


(Kenny spends his first few days at the University trying hard to show his masculine side, but quickly learns it’s not working. Another chapter in the sequel to “To Be Or Not To Be.”)



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Seasons of Change - Book 1 - Part 1 of 3

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Seasons of Change
Part 1 of 3

by Joel Lawrence

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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 7. Wave of Mutilation

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 7.
Wave of Mutilation
by Rebecca Anderson

Most people with low self-esteem have earned it.
– George Carlin



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Gaby Book 9 Chapter *08* Bernie The Bolt

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Chapter *9.08*

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Scarlet - Part 1

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SCARLET

by
Jessica Drew

Part 1

A pair of secret agents embark upon a dangerous mission to learn all they can about a notorious drug baron.

* * * * * * * * * *



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To Make A Wish, Book 2, Chapter 04



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Perspectives: 34

Josie

Josie and Sue get invited out
Perspectives:
a novel with eight voices

by Louise Anne Smithson

Jenny — sister of Josie (Monday 8th August 2011)



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Squires-9

Jess Stone had breasts. He had been like this his entire teen life not quite fitting in anywhere that he had lived and at the same time he hadn’t really had the chance to. His folks moved around a lot with his dad being a hydrological engineer but they were slightly afraid of what might happen to Jess if he attended school. Some people just didn’t get it or wanted too. Jess was now attending a new school when he decided to change things...

Only it was everyone else that was getting changed!

Squires
Chapter 9
by Bailey Summers

Copyright © 2012 Bailey Summers
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X-Why-Me...Chapter 10

X-Why-Me…Chapter 10

Chapter 10

Things went from black to this fuzzy grey and Emily could smell something sweet yet not cloying this really lovely almost mixture or flowers, citrus and vanilla…Kira’s perfume.

But it was after school?

After school.

Jack and the asshole…

Grabbing her, trying to grab her! Oh my god they were going to!

“Aaah!!!” She sat up with a scream and planted her face into Kira’s shirt and cleavage.



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A Turn of the Cards. Chapter 6. Dead

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A Turn of the Cards
Chapter 6.
Dead
by Rebecca Anderson

Isn’t it a bit unnerving that doctors call what they do “practice”?
– George Carlin



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Sarah Carerra - 3.30 - Collaboration

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The smiles that greeted me when I followed Scott inside the control room told me that Sam's Town was excited to work with me.

Sarah Carerra 3: Concerto in A-
Chapter 3.30 - Collaboration
by Megan Campbell
Copyright  ©2012 Megan Campbell
Released: December 3, 2012


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Becoming Karen - 6

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Becoming Karen - 6


By Katherine Day


(Copyright 2012)


(Kenny finds that following his “heart” may not be as difficult as he thought. Another chapter in this sequel to “To Be Or Not To Be.”)


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Dandelion War - 2

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Dandelion War by Jaye Michael and Levanah Greene

Dandelion War

Jaye Michael
&
Levanah Greene

Chapter Two
Flanking Maneuver



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