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A Splintered Life - Chapter 13

Megan is just happy about life. She is surprised about what she feels for Deirdre and instead of confusing her it makes her feel good. It's new and different and different is good.

A Splintered Life

Chapter 13
Angelic Embrace

by poetheather

Copyright © 2010 by poetheather

Time for A Change

Elke Jones is a Time technician, a good job, no hassle and the boss is quite cute too!
So how come she's now on the run with her boss and two sisters from mysterious H'llam?
This is one of my early Sci-Fi stories,
should it go on?

Time for A Change

by Maddy Bell

Copyright © 2004, 2010 Maddy Bell
All Rights Reserved.

A Splintered Life - Chapter 12

David is simply trying to help his confused brother, that’s why he has hit him and why he is planning to rape him. It is purely looking out for him.

A Splintered Life

Chapter 12
A Bitter Concern

by poetheather

Copyright © 2010 by poetheather.
All Rights Reserved.

A Splintered Life - Chapter 10

The fight with David continues and Deirdre starts yelling back. Can this end well?

A Splintered Life

Chapter 10
The Hammer Falls

by poetheather

Copyright © 2010 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 9

John was filled with nothing but regrets and his future was hopeless, there was nothing left to do but prepare the bath and reminisce.

A Splintered Life

Chapter 9
A Bath Before Dying

by poetheather

Copyright © 2010 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 8

What do you do when things come to a head and conflict is your only option?

A Splintered Life

Chapter 8
The Sword of Damocles

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

Whatever Happened To Andy Crewson?

What happens when a male, Navy combat pilot, trades in his helmet, flight suit, and flying boots for heels, hose, and a little black dress? Well, this is Andy’s story as personally told to me by her many years later.

Whatever Happened To Andy Crewson?

By Ginger Collins

A Splintered Life - Chapter 7

Deirdre is worriedly talking to her mother about all of the things that have been bothering her lately. Why is it that parents don't really listen?

A Splintered Life
Chapter 7 -
Maternal Worries

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 6

Megan is nervous and unsure what to do. She has had a lot of dating fail lately and she really wants Deirdre to like her favorite restaurant. She is nervous and worried and hoping the night ends well.

A Splintered Life
Chapter 6 -
Dating

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 5

Deirdre has found more people to hang out with, people with whom she had something in common, gaming. She goes to her first meeting a little nervous and gets home after a little scare.

A Splintered Life
Chapter 5 -
Let the dice fall where they may!

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 4

David just couldn't wrap his head around his brother's choice to live as a girl. It disgusted him and he felt betrayed. Drivning around and drinking were his only refuge. What else could he do?

A Splintered Life
Chapter 4 -
A Bitter Brotherhood

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 3

Deirdre just wants to make friends and reached out with a phone call. Now she is heading to a 50's diner with no clue what to expect, but heading into the unknown is certainly better than being around her brother.

A Splintered Life
Chapter 3 - Meetings

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 2

John goes to share what has been going on with his Coven. Things have been really rough and he is looking for support.
Will anyone understand what he is going through?

 

A Splintered Life
Chapter 2 - Covening

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

A Splintered Life - Chapter 1

Deirdre is trying really hard to deal with a lot of things that are all overwhelming: transition, starting College, a surly brother, parents who don't get it yet and a suicide event that haunts her. She is trying to pick up the broken pieces of her life and put them back together in some sort of order, but it isn't easy.

A Splintered Life
Chapter 1 - Welcome to My Life

by poetheather

Copyright © 2009 by poetheather

Cold Case

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Cold Case
 
by Penny Lane
 
Copyright © 2009 Penny Lane

 

A senior detective makes a visit to a lonely marshland cottage while following up a new lead in a 30-year-old murder case. Needless to say, his visit does not go as he anticipated.

Jack and Jill

His wife hates his crossdressing, but after being caught dressed, with another woman, she arranges so he is crossdressed permanently.

Jack and Jill

by Vickie Tern

Copyright © 1997,1998,2000,2009 by Vickie Tern

Happening

Sometimes you're set up to act out a role in your own life, and you don't even know what the script is.

Happening

by Vickie Tern

The characters in this story are all adults who think they know what they're doing but don't.
If you aren't legally an adult, you aren't even entitled to know what that is.
So pretend you don't know, and don't read this story.
Copyright © 1996,1998,2000,2009 by Vickie Tern

Friends

Your wife has left you for another woman...

Friends

by Vickie Tern

Warning: Graphic Sexual Actions detailed inside. Don't read if it would offend you.
Copyright © 1996,1998,2000,2009 by Vickie Tern

Five for Fifty (Chp.1)

“No matter what happens … no matter whether or not you grant my wish … I just want to say how much I appreciate your friendship. You’ve been kind and patient and compassionate, helpful and honest and … most of all … been there when I’ve needed you. Thank you.”

Five for Fifty
Chapter 1: Homecoming

by Maggie the Kitten

The Phone Call

The Phone Call
A story of reconciliation and hope
Copyright  © 2009 Carla Ann, All Rights Reserved

You've worked hard and reached the pinnacle of success. Now you have lost everything but the trappings of that success. You're presented with one last opportunity to reclaim that which means the most to you. If you do everything correctly, things just might turn out okay. But if you botch the opportunity, it could permanently set a course for final ruination. The risk is high. What would you do? Would you hesitate before doing it? This is what Thomas did.

Warning, there are a couple intense memories here.

An Unsuitable Job for a Man - Concluding Chapter 6 of 6



When Chris's ex-girlfriend asks him for a favour but explains that it's actually an unsuitable job for a man, he cannot turn down the challenge. In any case, a few days by the seaside spent clearing out the effects of her deceased cousin would make a break from the routine of work. But his startling realistic dreams drive him to pursue the mystery of her death, regardless of the challenges it poses. This story is complete, but serialised over six chapters.

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver - Chapters 8 & 9

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver
Chapters 8 & 9

By Portia Bennett

The aftermath of Marissa’s transformation has some interesting results. The Wizard explains why he can’t do anything for Randy. He gets a bit philosophical about things. Randy accepts his fate and the inevitable happens. Cindy is left with the feeling that The Wizard didn’t try hard enough.

Cindy and Bobbie’s training in the world of magic continues and we learn some interesting things about Bobbie’s ancestry. Marissa’s two thirds bimboization rekindles her love life (which wasn’t really that bad) and she has two children over the next three years, and she might have more. Bobbie’s athletic skills are coming to the front. She learns that she will never be able to use magic to give her an advantage in sports. She won’t need it. Cindy’s little sister asks her an interesting question.

An Unsuitable Job for a Man - Chapter 5 of 6

When Chris's ex-girlfriend asks him for a favour but explains that it's actually an unsuitable job for a man, he cannot turn down the challenge. In any case, a few days by the seaside spent clearing out the effects of her deceased cousin would make a break from the routine of work. But his startling realistic dreams drive him to pursue the mystery of her death, regardless of the challenges it poses. This story is complete, but serialised over six chapters.

An Unsuitable Job for a Man - Chapter 4 of 6


When Chris's ex-girlfriend asks him for a favour but explains that it's actually an unsuitable job for a man, he cannot turn down the challenge. In any case, a few days by the seaside spent clearing out the effects of her deceased cousin would make a break from the routine of work. But his startling realistic dreams drive him to pursue the mystery of her death, regardless of the challenges it poses. This story is complete, but serialised over six chapters.

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver - Chapter 7

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver
Chapter 7

By Portia Bennett

Bobbie and Cindy’s fears are confirmed by their parents and the doctors. Randy is moved into the Lewis’s guestroom and made as comfortable as he can hope to be. The two families are going to meet with The Wizard in his shop. What could possibly go wrong? In The Wizard’s shop; just about anything. The two families witness several transformations.

An Unsuitable Job for a Man - Chapter 3 of 6



When Chris's ex-girlfriend asks him for a favour but explains that it's actually an unsuitable job for a man, he cannot turn down the challenge. In any case, a few days by the seaside spent clearing out the effects of her deceased cousin would make a break from the routine of work. But his startling realistic dreams drive him to pursue the mystery of her death, regardless of the challenges it poses. This story is complete, but serialised over six chapters.

An Unsuitable Job for a Man - Chapter 2 of 6


When Chris's ex-girlfriend asks him for a favour but explains that it's actually an unsuitable job for a man, he cannot turn down the challenge. In any case, a few days by the seaside spent clearing out the effects of her deceased cousin would make a break from the routine of work. But his startling realistic dreams drive him to pursue the mystery of her death, regardless of the challenges it poses. This story is complete, but serialised over six chapters.

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver - Chapter 5 & 6

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver
Chapters 5 & 6

By Portia Bennett

With the shoplifters taken care of, The Wizard can address the problem at hand. The Wizard seems to be somewhat surprised about Bobbie’s apparent ability, but not too surprised. I wonder why? Another thing, who is Naomi? Cindy tells The Wizard she has detected another person who is in the wrong body. The Wizard already knows about her and invites the two girls and their parents to his shop. That might prove to be an interesting visit.

The two families visit Randy in the hospital. The girls have some time alone with Randy and tell him they are aware of his inner dream. They are able to tell him about their transitions. They also learn more about his transfer between worlds. Randy has a relapse, but before the girls go, Bobbie senses one more thing about Randy’s condition.

I am posting these chapters today because I am going to be on the road tomorrow and Friday. I will post Chapter 7 on Saturday.

An Unsuitable Job for a Man - Chapter 1 of 6

When Chris's ex-girlfriend asks him for a favour but explains that it's actually an unsuitable job for a man, he cannot turn down the challenge. In any case, a few days by the seaside spent clearing out the effects of her deceased cousin would make a break from the routine of work. But his startling realistic dreams drive him to pursue the mystery of her death, regardless of the challenges it poses. This story is complete, but serialised over six chapters, which will be published at intervals of 1 - 2 days.

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver - Chapter 4

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver
Chapter 4

By Portia Bennett

The problems about Randy’s origin are beginning to surface. The doctors feel he may have ingested some anti-freeze and that is the cause of his kidney failure. His liver problem has yet to be diagnosed. Cindy, Bobbie and Maddy know they have to talk to The Wizard. The connection is quick; however, The Wizard has to take care of a couple of shoplifters before he can address the problem the girls are bringing to him. I wonder what’s in store for them?

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver - Chapter 3

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver
Chapter 3

By Portia Bennett

Randy’s wanderings have taken him to the well house near Cindy’s home and the place where she almost drowned. Randy is seriously ill and the girls get Cindy’s father to donate some clothing to Randy. The seriousness of Randy’s illness is very apparent and Stan calls for an ambulance. In the aftermath, Stan discovers that more than likely Randy really was in a war and it was a war that had never happened. Randy has a Purple Heart and the certificate is signed by George W. Bush, President, a man who never was president. The Wizard lurks.

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver - Chapter 2

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver
Chapter 2

By Portia Bennett

Cindy and Bobbie are growing up and loving it. There is a problem though. They have been seeing the homeless man, sometimes known as ‘The Walker’ and less frequently as ‘Dirtman’, and he has seen them. They have even talked a bit with him before one of the school officials chased him off. Cindy senses something about him and is startled to find that Bobbie also has ‘seen’ something about him. Cindy can detect the essence of a girl. That is not as disturbing as what Bobbie senses. She senses Randy is dying.

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver - Chapter 1

Cynthia and the Dumpster Diver

Chapter 1

By Portia Bennett

Alfred Gontarski had the misfortune to have been born into the wrong body. That’s all been fixed now; however if you are not familiar with how things were corrected, you should go back and read “An Incremental Journey” and “Cynthia and the Reluctant Girlfriend” before you read this little adventure. Now we continue with the adventures of Cindy Lewis, her best friend Bobbie Schmedlap, and Maddy, Cindy’s precocious kitten and familiar.

Randal Mantooth, Randy, has a secret he has never shared with anyone. Don’t we all? Randy, being the good and honorable citizen that he is, joins the US Air Force and is sent to Afghanistan to help support what he feels is an honorable cause. What he experiences there affects him deeply and when he returns to the US, he is suffering from PTSD. Unknown to anyone is the fact he is also seriously ill, and this is contributing greatly to his mental problems. Randy is lost. He suddenly finds that he is in a world similar to, but not the world he grew up in. Then he sees his ‘angels’. Maybe they can help him figure out what’s wrong. Then there is Kinky Friedman. He beat whom to become a US Senator!

The Red Dress - Part 5

Ellen knew exactly what she was seeing, and feeling. It brought back so many memories of when she first began to transition mentally into whom she is today. Suddenly a giggle broke through her thoughts. It came from Sonja. Ellen pursed her lips, crossed her arms, began to tap her toe on the wooden floor, and glared at Sonja.

The wife turned toward Ellen to ask again what she thought about her choice for the rest of the day and into the evening. She saw the look on Ellen’s face and how Ellen had now placed her hands on her hips as she stared at Sonja.

“And exactly what is so God damned amusing!!!”

The Red Dress
Part 5
By Kelly Blake

Ghost Bust-ers

Alan Jamison is the normal, logical and scientific son of his strange paranormal investigating parents.
He goes on a haunt with them on Halloween and gets busted.
Ghost Bust-ers

by Paula Dillon

The River of Shadows - Chapter 4

The River of Shadows
Chapter 4
by Alyssa Plant

 
A high school senior heads to Boston to visit his sister for Halloween. A twist of fate reveals something they would never have admited alone... and it proves to be the one thing that may keep them alive when the best laid plans of a group of college students are lain waste by a force of terrible evil and corruption that has thrived for centuries... Can Charlie Kane be strong enough to live? or will the River of Shadows claim yet another victim...?

One Dark and Stormy Night--Chapter 2

I performed a thorough search of the house. I even went into the living room, thinking maybe if I was in time, or if they appeared hanging by the neck maybe I could save them and to prepare for such an occurrence, I had retrieved my Gerber multi-tool from my backpack and extricated the blade in case of wayward friends suddenly appearing with a hangman's noose around their neck.

The Maiden's Curse - Part 3

After hiding in a mummy's case, Bob undergoes physical and mental changes. Are they a curse or a blessing? And do they help in the quest to defeat an ancient threat that's fast approaching earth? A prophesy from the time of the pyramid building now has the world in fear. A search for an alien artifact that is crucial for the world's survival is now in the hands of Bob. Is he man enough for the challenge?

The Maiden's Curse
Part Three

by Prudence Walker

Teaching 14-Year-Old Boys


Teaching 14-year-old boys

By Swishy


Teenage boys are only interested in one thing - sex.
This is the story of one boy who became a woman and taught his friends all he could about sex and the opposite sex.

The Maiden's Curse - Part 2

After hiding in a mummy's case, Bob undergoes physical and mental changes. Are they a curse or a blessing? And do they help in the quest to defeat an ancient threat that's fast approaching earth? A prophesy from the time of the pyramid building now has the world in fear. A search for an alien artifact that is crucial for the world's survival is now in the hands of Bob. Is he man enough for the challenge?

The Maiden's Curse
Part Two

by Prudence Walker

The Maiden's Curse - Part 1

After hiding in a mummy's case, Bob undergoes physical and mental changes. Are they a curse or a blessing? And do they help in the quest to defeat an ancient threat that's fast approaching earth? A prophesy from the time of the pyramid building now has the world in fear. A search for an alien artifact that is crucial for the world's survival is now in the hands of Bob. Is he man enough for the challenge?

The Maiden's Curse
Part One

by Prudence Walker

Daddy's Girl -- Part Six

Lawrence's father finds out about Heather. How will he handle it? Will there be tears or smiles?
Daddy's Girl -- Part Six
By Katherine Anne Day
Copyright 2009
Thanks to Julie for her suggestions and editorial help

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