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The Acorn Stories    by Duane Simolke
Price: $3.99 USD. 62110 words. Published on December 24, 2008. .

From romantic comedy to razor-sharp satire to moments of quiet reflection, Duane Simolke’s award-winning tales transform a fictional West Texas town into a tapestry of human experiences. “A lush tangle of small-town life branches out in this engrossing collection of short stories.” –Kirkus Discoveries. “If you liked WINESBURG, OHIO…rejoice.” –Watchword.
French Connections: Art Heist on The Riviera    by Simon Worrall
Price: $1.99 USD. 7180 words. Published on December 6, 2009. .

This true crime story about an art heist on the French Riviera and the sting operation mounted by the legendary head of the FBI's Art Crime Unit, Robert Wittman, gives the reader a rare glimpse inside the world of art theft as the story jumps from France to Florida to Barcelona. You couldn't make it up.
Richard and the Vratch    by Beatrice Gormley
Price: $2.99 USD. 32700 words. Published on February 26, 2010. .

Exploring the hills near his house, Richard sees an odd drawing and hears eerie sounds: "vratch, vratch." Is a strange animal hiding in the sagebrush, or is it Richard’s imagination? What’s the matter with Richard’s new dog? And why is that creepy scientist Dr. MacNary so interested in him? By the time Richard learns the answers, only he can save his beloved hills—and the vratches.
Stones    by David A. Ross
Price: $4.99 USD. 66840 words. Published by Open Books on April 1, 2010. .

A novel of art, love, intrigue and magic in the South of France.
How to be a Successful Writer    by Barbara Hayes
Price: $2.99 USD. 36720 words. Published by Bretwalda Books  on August 27, 2010. .

Speaking from years of experience in the publishing world, Barbara Hayes gives her advice and guidance to anyone who wants to be a successful and published writer. Barbara has worked on comics, newspapers, magazines and books, building up a unique breadth of expertise in many different types and formats of publishing.
Mystical Journey    by Drew Bacigalupa
Price: $1.99 USD. 41250 words. Published on September 18, 2010. .

A Memoir of the bond between a brother and sister, he being honored with awards in Italy, she in the final days of her life in the US. The compassionate journal of an artist/writer who, despite professional advances abroad, is haunted by a sibling who encouraged his work over long years,is now on her death bed. "Bring back wonderful stories," she'd told him. This is how she shared the journey.
For Having Offended Thee    by Drew Bacigalupa
Price: $1.99 USD. 69250 words. Published on October 13, 2010. .

Echoing the international "dolce vita" scandals of mid-20th century, the novel follows New York socialite Kirsten de Furia's flight from celebrated American husband and brilliant son to the arms of famous Italian artist in Tuscany. The center of numerous, colorful, creative family members and friends, Kirsten's betrayals and ultimate search for reconciliation leaves no one unscathed.
You and The Arts -- Why Art Matters    by Ruth Silnes
Price: $1.99 USD. 23280 words. Published on October 22, 2010. .

Did you ever wonder? Why the arts are essential besides the giving of pleasure? What makes an artist function? What do the arts all have in common? Do the arts really help our health, education and economy? The answers are in this book YOU AND THE ARTS -- Why Art Matters
Terrastina and Mazolli: a Novel in 99-word Episodes    by Mario Milosevic
Price: $6.99 USD. 45120 words. Published by Green Snake Publishing  on November 26, 2010. .

A year in the life of a free-spirited couple, their five-year-old twin daughters, (who benefit from a near-mystical connection with penguins) and the odd and charming members of the small Northwest town where they make their home and operate The Brew, a coffee shop and popular local hangout. Bonus features include an interview with the author and an episode commentary.
Trachodon Issue 1    by Trachodon Magazine
Price: $4.99 USD. 16560 words. Published on November 27, 2010. .

Trachodon Issue 1 features short stories by Jo Ann Heydron and Tom Weller, and poetry by Taylor Altman and Chris Dombrowski. Jewelry maker Amy Tavern offers a glimpse of her artistic process, and Wesley Middleton reports on Brooklyn's UrbanGlass, a modern glassblowing studio.