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World Voyagers    by Philip Shelton
Price: $9.99 USD. 77890 words. Published on March 9, 2008. .

Indie and IPPY Award Winner 2008! The e-book version of “World Voyagers” brings all of the adventures of Phil, Amy and Stew to small hand-held devices. Embark on a hunt for crocodiles, while waiting for the dentist. Frolic naked in a Polynesian ceremonial mare, while waiting in line at the post office. Read, eat and weep as you learn about love, loss and goats head soup.
Ker-SPLASH! Recreational Power Boaters Guide    by Floyd M. Orr
Price: $1.99 USD. 82300 words. Published on November 29, 2009. .

This book of non-fishing, recreational powerboats, a step up from the very basic Power Boating for Dummies, offers the avid boater or novice a comprehensive overview of the hobby. Packed inside are how-to articles, builder histories and addresses, and engine option details. This 2002 publication is being offered at a special low price prior to the 2010 release of an updated edition.
Celestial Navigation for the Complete Idiot - A Simple Explanation    by Gene Grossman
Price: $6.99 USD. 24860 words. Published by Magic Lamp Press  on December 1, 2009. .

At last - a plain English explanation of a valuable navigation procedure, without complicated diagrams, astronomy, or strange scientific words. Reading this book is guaranteed to raise your level from ‘Idiot’ up to being merely ‘Navigationally Challenged,’ and will also suggest how to further elevate your status to that of Competent Navigator
Sons and Brothers in Seattle    by Wilson James
Price: $2.99 USD. 73180 words. Published on December 12, 2009. .

Cameron Connors is a young father trying to deal with a mother who has treated her sons terribly. He’s managed to get his own two young sons away from his mother, but now needs to rescue Brendan, his younger brother. He has a very risky plan to challenge his parents for custody of Brendan. The stakes are high, and Cameron might just lose custody of his own two sons. *Extra chapters from sequel.
How NOT to Go Boating - Avoid making a fool of yourself at sea    by Gene Grossman
Price: $6.99 USD. 16650 words. Published by Magic Lamp Press  on December 24, 2009. .

This is the perfect book for any new boater or any person invited to be a guest on someone else's boat. It covers all the things NOT to do on a boat, with many suggestions on the proper conduct while aboard. Also included is an informative Un-Glossary with words NOT to say, when describing things on a boat. Lots of personal experiences mentioned that show how to avoid becoming a jerk at sea.
Life Was A Cabaret: A Tale of Two Fools, A Boat, and a Big-A** Ocean    by Becky Coffield
Price: $7.97 USD. 60770 words. Published by Moonlight Mesa Associates on December 28, 2009. .

A rollicking, award-winning travel memoir that details a hilarious six years aboard the sloop, Cabaret, as the author manages to stay afloat for 25,000 miles of fun and adventure from Alaska to the South Pacific. A terrific read for sailors or those who love adventure stories and sea yarns. If you're planning to go to sea, this book is a MUST! Audacious and bold!
Rhescue    by Drew Herdman
Price: Free! 26320 words. Published on January 27, 2010. .

Rhes is looking for a new home earth for his dying planet. Crashing here he is saved by the twins Robin and Robina. Promising to help them in return if trouble comes. It does, and he is only just able to beat the evil Rex and his gang after many adventures, with the help of all his special equipment. With a ship hijacking, near drowning, shooting, and more. his life is full of exciting adventures.
Robert's Ride    by Wilson James
Price: $0.99 USD. 35910 words. Published on February 16, 2010. .

Born in a small town in rural Georgia, Robert is placed in a foster home after being orphaned at five. After too long, he is finally one of the lucky ones. He struggles to make sure his new adoptive mother likes him and wants to keep him, in spite of the fact that she really has no idea what to do with a child. Robert desperately tries to figure out to read her and please her. Can it work out?
Up the Strait    by Wayne Lutz
Price: Free! 62620 words. Published on April 10, 2010. .

Boating, hiking, and survival off the grid in coastal British Columbia, where mountains drop into the sea and people practice self-reliance and a different sense of purpose. Destinations on the Strait of Georgia that can be reached by boat, bicylcle, and all-terrain vehicle. Sea kayaking in the Gulf Islands. Contrarian views of the people and places of coastal British Columbia.
Farther Up the Lake    by Wayne Lutz
Price: $1.99 USD. 51710 words. Published on April 19, 2010. .

Coastal British Columbia from Jervis Inlet to Desolation Sound serves as the backdrop for stories of boating, hiking, and survival. Tales from remote areas of Canada where people are isolated from the bustle of the surrounding world. Stories for the stout of heart and those who crave wilderness adventure. A follow-up book to the original 'Up the Lake,'