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The Breast Cancer Caregiver’s Survival Guide: Practical Tips for Supporting Your Wife through Breast Cancer 2012 Edition    by Rick Kraemer
Price: $0.99 USD. 4970 words. Published on September 4, 2012. .

One of the worst possible things has happened to you. You’ve gotten the bad news from your wife’s doctor, and the two of you are either facing breast cancer treatments, or are in the middle of them now. We’re here to help.
Hands of the Master    by Susan Kroupa
Price: $1.99 USD. 5530 words. Published by laurelforkpress on September 16, 2012. .

Celia undergoes a cutting-edge duel hand transplant in order to win a prestigious piano competition. Obsessed with playing like the great master, Jiri Mrazek, she discovers parallels between her life and his. But surgeries carry risks, and dreams nurture the seeds of obsession. Mrazek died at a tragically young age. Celia must discover just where the parallels between her life and Mrazek’s end.
When the Vow Breaks    by Judith Leigh
Price: $1.99 USD. 70700 words. Published by HighlandPress on September 20, 2012. .

A poignant World War II story dealing with the emotional effects of Cancer. Marriage - A forever commitment - Till death do us part. That's what they had vowed. Will true love triumph and faith take hold to overcome the obstacles they allowed to cripple their marriage?
My Health, My Way    by Jean MacIntyre
Price: $3.99 USD. 10980 words. Published on September 29, 2012. .

A story of my journey from stage four cancer (breast and colon) to good health without the use of chemo or radiation. The surgery was fifteen years ago and I am enjoying life to the fullest, grateful every day to be here.
African Hearts    by Laura O'Connell
Price: $3.99 USD. 76920 words. Published on October 14, 2012. .

A romance that touches the heart with its poignant tale of fresh starts, past wounds and second chances.
New Beginnings    by Michael D. Britton
Price: $2.99 USD. 3430 words. Published on October 16, 2012. .

A soldier aboard a generational cruiser orbiting Mars is the only one who can save a small colony on the surface. That's because he's the only one left alive on the ship as it hurtles toward the Martian terrain. Trouble is, the door he needs to get through requires two arms to open - and he only has one... This story earned Honorable Mention in the Writers of the Future contest in 2012.
Meeting the Black    by Tom Piccirilli
Price: $1.49 USD. 4160 words. Published by Crossroad Press  on November 16, 2012. .

Meeting the Black is a powerful and emotional piece written by Tom Piccirilli describing what he was going through, both mentally and physically, before and after his recent operation. 100% of the sales amounts of this and his other Crossroad Press titles, both eBook and audiobook, will continue to go to Tom to assist with his medical bills associated with his cancer treatment.
Medical Conditions Associated with Suicide Risk: Medical Procedures that Alter Suicide Risk    by Dr. Alan L. Berman
Price: $3.99 USD. 5390 words. Published by American Association of Suicidology  on December 6, 2012. .

A review of suicide risks associated with medical procedures as supported by research literature. Authored by Matthew P. Lahaie, JD, MD, Mayo Clinic Medical School, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN and Timothy W. Lineberry, MD, Mayo Clinic, Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Rochester, MN.
The Clever Doctor    by Roger Gerald Scott
Price: $0.99 USD. 6880 words. Published on December 11, 2012. .

A fictional story that examines the relationship between Doctor Martin and his "heartsink" patient, Mr Waters, who is in hospital to undergo tests in preparation for open heart surgery.
Rock Star    by David Barth
Price: $0.99 USD. 2080 words. Published on December 16, 2012. .

This is a fiction short story about a rock star who goes on stage even though he is very ill. He passes out on stage, injures himself, and is sent to a hospital where he dies.