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An Invitation to Kagura: Hidden Gem of the Traditional Japanese Performing Arts by David Petersen
Price: $7.99 USD. 75120 words.
Language: English. Published on June 27, 2011. Nonfiction » Travel » By region.
A unique, meticulously researched introduction to the exotic pageantry of kagura (Shinto theater), a performance style with roots predating even noh drama. This concise ebook version covers everything from the history of the kagura to choreography, masks, costumes, and even selected plays. If you think that Japanese theater ends with noh and kabuki...think again!
Going Underground by Suzie Tullett
Price: $2.99 USD. 70610 words.
Language: English. Published by Mirador Publishing on June 27, 2011. Fiction » Women's fiction » Chick lit.
The last thing Tracey expects is to find both herself and her humongous belly squashed into the back of a classic, little Mini – all in a desperate attempt to catch up with three men on two vintage scooters. But with Jonathan seemingly hell bent of facing up to a past he’s spent years trying to forget, what choice does the mother-to-be have?
The Spiral Tattoo by Michael J. Parry
Price: $2.99 USD. 78550 words.
Language: English. Published by Sky Warrior Book Publishing on June 27, 2011. Fiction » Mystery & detective » Hard-Boiled.
Law comes in two sizes: six inches and eight feet.
Elanore, the eight-foot tall troll, and Gurt, the six-inch tall (don't you dare call me a fairy) Eleinu, both guardsmen in the city of Delvenport, tackle their most baffling case yet. When they find a dead waitress, naked except for an intricate tattoo in a spiral across her body, they're launched into an adventure ...
Coast of Tears by David de Haviland
Price: Free! 130400 words.
Language: English. Published on June 27, 2011. Fiction » Adventure » General.
(4.67 from 3 reviews)
Intrigue and superstition envelop an isolated pearling community on Australia's wild Kimberley coast where men must contend with the perils of the deep,and unknown dangers await the explorer who ventures inland. The town's survival may depend on the explorer's fiance who, while stranded there, falls in love with a pearler determined to resolve the mystery of his father's untimely death.
Beloved's Dawn by M C Doyle
Price: $2.00 USD. 79490 words.
Language: English. Published on June 26, 2011. Fiction » Young adult or teen » Drama.
When Alice returns home, who could have guessed that it would be the most popular, handsome boy in school, Alexander, who would leap to her defence and welcome her most? His mother certainly doesn't approve of their romance and Alice's own father is trying to drive them apart. But will it be Alice's own stupid, drunken mistake at a party that finally separates them? Can love really conquer all?
Rock of Ages (Maijstral 3) by Walter Jon Williams
Price: $4.99 USD. 74330 words.
Language: English. Published on June 26, 2011. Fiction » Science fiction » Adventure.
Renowned burglar Drake deserves a vacation on Earth. But valuable items keep disappearing, and it’s clear that Maijstral is being preyed upon by another expert burglar. Maijstral would very much like to solve this mystery, but unfortunately people keep challenging him to duels and he’s become enmeshed in conspiracies laid by two very attractive, very dangerous ladies.
Chain Gang Elementary by Jonathan Grant
Price: $2.99 USD. 125510 words.
Language: English. Published on June 26, 2011. Fiction » Literature » Literary.
(4.13 from 8 reviews)
A Tale of war between the PTA president and principal at Malliford School, aka Chain Gang Elementary-home to vast right-wing conspiracies, 3rd-grade gangsters, and bake sale embezzlers, where toxic childhood secrets fester, reformers go mad, and culture wars escalate into armed conflict. A One Flew Over the Cuckoo's nest for schools.
Office Politics by Sharon Gerlach
Price: $1.99 USD. 74470 words.
Language: English. Published by Running Ink Press on June 26, 2011. Fiction » Romance » Contemporary.
(5.00 from 3 reviews)
Malaria is nothing quinine can’t handle. So thinks Frannie Freeman when her vile office manager Malia—aka Malaria—marries their boss Sam, who Frannie has loved for years. Now she must let Sam go forever or fight for her heart’s desire. She prepares for battle with a woman’s three best weapons—a loyal heart, a willingness to fight dirty, and the strongest margarita money can buy.
The Legacy by J. Adams
Price: $3.95 USD. 147850 words.
Language: English. Published on June 26, 2011. Fiction » Drama » American.
North Carolina native, Cisely Matthews has seen and suffered much in her twenty-two years of life, and she has the scars to prove it. When amazing blessings come to her, she wonders if she will ever feel worthy enough to deserve them.
Blinded by the Sun by Adam Salomon
Price: $0.99 USD. 100330 words.
Language: English. Published on June 26, 2011. Fiction » Literature » Biographical.
Scott Ferarra, a manic-depressive musician is struggling to make it in the music industry. Sensing there is more to life than just the evenings of sex, drugs, and rock n’ roll, he desperately seeks ways to change his complacent routine. It is only after he falls for fellow rock singer Amanda Campbell that he realizes the magnitude of the challenge he's taken on.