MoshPit Publishing


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MoshPit Publishing is a boutique ebook and book publishing facilitator located in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

Our aim is to help people get their word out, generally via electronic means first, then if demand warrants it, in print. This is logical - why waste money on printing a book which doesn't sell - and environmental - why waste trees on a book which doesn't sell?

We also believe that there is no need to charge more than $10 for an ebook, and so every ebook available from MoshPit Publishing is priced at $9.99 or less.

We specialise in stories by Australians and New Zealanders for a local and worldwide audience.

Why 'MoshPit' Publishing? Because you just never know what you're going to find in The MoshPit!

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Where Did the Sneeze Go?    by Jennifer Mosher
Price: $0.99 USD. 950 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on May 14, 2013. .

Max is a 'ranga' - a red-haired little boy who yawns and (almost) sneezes his way through life. During the course of a week, Max can't sneeze. Follow Max around all week as he helps Grandpa saw wood, plays in the park with Dad, smells cousin Suzy's perfume, and realises he's allergic to Aunt Jane's cat and the fluffy chickens at pre-school.
Who Caught the Yawn?    by Jennifer Mosher
Price: $0.99 USD. 1060 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on May 14, 2013. .

Who Caught the Yawn? A day in the life of Max Max is a 'ranga' - a red-haired little boy who yawns and (almost) sneezes his way through life. During the course of a day, Max passes his yawn around to the kids at pre-school, to his pre-school teacher, to the ear, nose and throat doctor, to Mum and Dad, and finally it returns to Max at bedtime.
Essence of Time    by Gareth Wilding-Forbes
Price: $2.99 USD. 90780 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on April 29, 2013. .

Take time to savour the gentle essence of romance engagingly portrayed through the nearly James Bond adventures of Jonathan Hayes-Walker, in this escalating tale of wealth, greed and corporate intrigue; spanning continents, cultures and characters resulting in a climax you won't expect, in a story you won't forget.
The Nature of Love    by Jonathan Hayes-Walker
Price: $0.99 USD. 22670 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on April 29, 2013. .

The Nature of Love is a collection of short stories about real people. Their lives and experiences reflect the many paths we have all walked.By journeying down these roads once more, many of our memories will be re-experienced. The Nature of Love reinforces the importance of what the author has always believed—giving love to someone is special, sharing love with someone is pure magic.
The White Aborigine    by Gerald K Walshe
Price: $2.99 USD. 96860 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on April 10, 2013. .

(5.00)
In the way life imitates art, Gerry Walshe's life began in a way similar to that of Steve Martin's character Navin R. Johnson in the movie 'The Jerk'. Gerry Walshe spent his early years living as an Australian Aborigine. As the illegitimate son of a Roman Catholic woman, he was given away to a tribal Aboriginal woman at the age of four months. This is his story - an Australian story.
Participatory Business Planning    by David Stevens
Price: $2.99 USD. 30640 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on April 9, 2013. .

David Stevens explains how the principles of Participatory Business Planning may be applied to any business or public body, of any size and how they can turn adversity into prosperity and efficiency.
Strategic Thinking: success secrets of big business projects    by David Stevens
Price: $2.99 USD. 84590 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on March 24, 2013. .

In Strategic Thinking, Dr Stevens advocates that the formal group problem solving methodologies that he has refined and practised worldwide should be taken from the large government and private sector organisations and applied to small business to dramatically increase profitability.
The High School Survival Guide: a handbook for the modern teenage girl    by Ally Mosher
Price: $4.99 USD. 54100 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on March 7, 2013. .

Get advice. Feel supported. Boost your confidence. Study to success. Find your niche. Know yourself. The High School Survival Guide is a practical, no-holds-barred, honest guide for girls in high school. It covers everything from schoolwork, friends and dating, to writing applications and getting your first job.
The Expats    by Ivy D'Souza
Price: $1.99 USD. 38040 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on March 1, 2013. .

The Expats is the story of Neelum, a young Indian woman living and working in Bahrain in the 1980s.
Greenwars - the End of Mankind    by d'ettut
Price: $2.99 USD. 80480 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on February 20, 2013. .

“The ultimate conspiracy – a virus released to cull the exploding world population. The ultimate in paranoia – talking animals taking over the world. Great fiction, terrifying prophecy.” Michael Wilding “A poignant comment on society and a rich reflection of our foibles.” Peter King: Chairman Australian Heritage Commission “Animal Farm for the new Millennium!” John Reed
Amber Reins Fall    by d'ettut
Price: $2.99 USD. 78540 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on February 20, 2013. .

Adelaide in the 1960s and 70s. Adam Teforp stumbles through his adolescence, constantly confronted by his obsessive, materialistic father. Early days as a confused hippie give way to outlandish yet astute entrepreneurship. Adam becomes involved in a covert world of wealth and intrigue. Unknown to the public he stores nuclear waste in the barren desert of South Australia ... for a price!
Loki's Joke    by Penny Blackwell
Price: $2.99 USD. 89610 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on February 20, 2013. .

Loki’s Joke is Penny Blackwell’s autobiography. Written in the style of a novel, it shows how she spent the first sixty years of her life fighting to be happy inside the male body she was born with. It follows her journey from rejection of her true identity through to its final acceptance and resolution.
narratorAUSTRALIA Volume One    by narrator AUSTRALIA
Price: $2.99 USD. 154870 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on November 26, 2012. .

narratorAUSTRALIA Volume One: A showcase of Australian poets and authors who were published on the narratorAUSTRALIA blog from May to October 2012
The People Trafficker    by Greg Clancy
Price: $2.99 USD. 83970 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on September 12, 2012. .

The People Trafficker offers a unique insight into the dark world of a business that seemingly functions under the protection of political, commercial and personal financial interests. From Bangkok to England, from Hong Kong to Australia and Cambodia, the revelations are extraordinary. The characters are fictional, but their systems and organisational schemes are real.
Wisdom Beyond Her Years    by J-L Heylen
Price: $2.99 USD. 131370 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on August 15, 2012. .

Have you ever dreamed of living your life over again? When 67 year old Ariel Connolly participates in an experiment to capture the brain functions and memories of 20 ordinary Australians in 2017, she thinks nothing will come of it. So when Ariel wakes up 192 years later, in a new 19 year old body, in a post-apocalyptic underground city, her scepticism isn’t all she's forced to re-evaluate.
Bride of the City    by J-L Heylen
Price: Free! 11490 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on August 8, 2012. .

(4.00)
The year is 2149 and Carla, dressed in white, is getting ready for her graduation to the position of Elite in the post-apocalyptic New Sydney City. No different to any other 19 year old learning to navigate their way in the new workplace, Carla has an interesting path ahead of her ...
What a Week That Was!    by Brian Parker
Price: Free! 1620 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on June 19, 2012. .

What a Week That Was! by Brian Parker takes us back to the heady days of the 1980s advertising executive - long lunches, gossip, back-stabbing and ... a little bit of work here and there. Step back in time as Parker the Storyteller entertains us with a week in the life of someone who will remind those of a certain age and profession how working life USED to be!
The Shooting of Basil Tremain    by Brian Parker
Price: Free! 1260 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on May 24, 2012. .

If you enjoyed Brian Parker's 'The Avalanche' then you're sure to love the story of Basil Tremain and his unspoken desire to get the better of Doggett, another planter on the Birmingham Estate. In front of a crowd of dozens, Bazz and his mate Rowley set Doggett up to show him who's boss, once and for all.
The Avalanche    by Brian Parker
Price: Free! 1730 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on May 1, 2012. .

(5.00)
When Rod and Marge Applewhite decide to expand their horizons by joining the Mahjong Club at the community centre, nothing can prepare them, or their new acquaintances, for the avalanche of social disgraces which follow!
Statistics can be Fun - Sometimes    by Brian Parker
Price: Free! 1250 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on April 19, 2012. .

Brian Parker reveals his dry sense of humour with this potentially boring subject matter - showing us how statistically, our lives can be categorised from one moment to the next!
The Fourth Man    by Brian Parker
Price: Free! 2430 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on March 14, 2012. .

In this short story by Brian Parker, a few words uttered by a lunch companion bring back a flood of memories from another lifetime.
Narrator Magazine NSW/ACT Autumn 2012    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 49000 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on February 28, 2012. .

This is the second edition of the regional creative writing competition, Narrator Magazine NSW/ACT. First prize $1,000 each quarter. For more information, or to enter the competition, please visit the Narrator Magazine website.
The Gamekeeper    by Brian Parker
Price: Free! 1260 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on February 15, 2012. .

In this short story by Brian Parker, a young boy learns one of life's lessons, a lesson that he will carry with him for life.
The Trouble with Daleks: a work of fan fiction    by Paris Portingale
Price: Free! 54560 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on February 2, 2012. .

In this novella, master storyteller Paris Portingale explores how relationships might develop between humans and Daleks in a world where Daleks are a part of regular society.
The Flying Girl    by Paris Portingale
Price: Free! 2000 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on December 20, 2011. .

Modern story teller Paris Portingale brings us the story of Lanya who flies when life gets too much for her ...
The Punishment    by Paris Portingale
Price: Free! 4410 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on December 20, 2011. .

When Manny tries to hold up a pharmacy, for cash and drugs, he thinks he's gotten away with it. But has he?
In the Mojave Desert    by Paris Portingale
Price: Free! 5870 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on December 13, 2011. .

A short story from Paris Portingale, the new master of modern story telling.
Queens and Bank    by Paris Portingale
Price: Free! 3790 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on December 13, 2011. .

A short story from Paris Portingale, the new master of modern story telling.
A Bargain with the Devil    by Paris Portingale
Price: Free! 2520 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on December 13, 2011. .

(4.00)
A short story from Paris Portingale, the new master of modern story telling.
Narrator Magazine Best of the Best 2011 Blue Mountains/Central Tablelands    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 46290 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on December 4, 2011. .

This issue contains the judged winners, people's choice winners and highly commended works from all issues of Narrator for the Blue Mountains and Central Tablelands.
Nightshift    by Aristidis Metaxas
Price: $1.99 USD. 20270 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on December 1, 2011. .

Nightshift - an anthology of short stories from popular Narrator Magazine contributor Aristidis Metaxas.
Narrator Magazine NSW/ACT Summer 2011    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 37480 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on November 29, 2011. .

Narrator Magazine is a free, online creative writing magazine. This issue contains entries from writers in New South Wales and the ACT (Australian Capital Territory). Narrator is an opportunity for all writers - amateurs and professionals alike - to exhibit their works. It's free to submit to, affordable to advertise in, and encourages friendly competition.
Paris in Black    by Paris Portingale
Price: $0.99 USD. 24500 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on September 14, 2011. .

If you enjoyed Paris Portingale's 'Art and the Drug Addict's Dog' then you will love this collection of darkly insightful short stories from the new master of modern story telling.
Narrator Magazine Central Tablelands Spring 2011    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 21760 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on September 4, 2011. .

Narrator began in the Blue Mountains in 2010 as an opportunity for local writers - amateurs and professionals alike - to exhibit their works. It's free to submit to, affordable to advertise in, and encourages friendly competition with a secret judge and a People's Choice prize. This is the first edition released for the Central Tablelands region.
Narrator Magazine Blue Mountains Spring 2011    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 39970 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on August 25, 2011. .

Narrator began in the Blue Mountains in 2010 as an opportunity for local writers - amateurs and professionals alike - to exhibit their works. It's free to submit to, affordable to advertise in, and encourages friendly competition with a secret judge and a People's Choice prize.
Burnished: Burnside Life Stories    by Kate Shayler
Price: $5.99 USD. 193650 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on August 16, 2011. .

Winner of the 2012 Global Ebook Award for Biography, this collection of life accounts from residents of Burnside Children's Homes, Sydney, was compiled by Kate Shayler. Burnished has also been nominated for the Prime Minister's Literary Awards, the Colin Roderick Prize and the NSW Premier's Literary Awards in 2012.
Narrator Magazine Blue Mountains Spring 2010    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 37690 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on July 11, 2011. .

Narrator began in the Blue Mountains in 2010 as an opportunity for local writers - amateurs and professionals alike - to exhibit their works. It's free to submit to, affordable to advertise in, and encourages friendly competition with a secret judge and a People's Choice prize.
Narrator Magazine Blue Mountains Summer 2010    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 38580 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on July 7, 2011. .

Narrator began in the Blue Mountains in 2010 as an opportunity for local writers - amateurs and professionals alike - to exhibit their works. It's free to submit to, affordable to advertise in, and encourages friendly competition with a secret judge and a People's Choice prize.
From Paris with Love    by Paris Portingale
Price: $0.99 USD. 19510 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on July 7, 2011. .

(4.00)
A selection of short stories from Paris Portingale author of Art and the Drug Addict's Dog. In his unique style Paris shows us that love isn't always as conventional as we think it might be.
Running Over a Chinaman    by Julie Jones
Price: $2.99 USD. 42040 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on June 28, 2011. .

A tale about surviving in the web of trauma. Running Over a Chinaman explores the effects of repeated trauma on an otherwise sunny mind.
Narrator Magazine Blue Mountains Autumn 2011    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 38940 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on June 15, 2011. .

Narrator began in the Blue Mountains in 2010 as an opportunity for local writers - amateurs and professionals alike - to exhibit their works. It's free to submit to, affordable to advertise in, and encourages friendly competition with a secret judge and a People's Choice prize.
Narrator Magazine Blue Mountains Winter 2011    by Narrator Magazine
Price: Free! 38130 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on June 9, 2011. .

Narrator began in the Blue Mountains in 2010 as an opportunity for local writers - amateurs and professionals alike - to exhibit their works. It's free to submit to, affordable to advertise in, and encourages friendly competition with a secret judge and a People's Choice prize.
Art and the Drug Addict's Dog    by Paris Portingale
Price: $2.99 USD. 66170 words. Published by MoshPit Publishing  on June 8, 2011. .

Art Handel is a man with a mission, trust issues and a Stop-Rite SG87 stun gun. Combine these with a dog acquired from the local drug addict, his long-term friend Minnie Fielding who is under attack from an unknown stalker, his other friend, Alex Elinsky, who sees dead people, and a contract he just can’t complete, and suddenly Art is under a lot of pressure!


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Smashwords book reviews by MoshPit Publishing

  • Last Suppers: Famous Final Meals from Death Row on July 03, 2011
    star star star star
    Very enjoyable and unusual book. The authors have a great sense of humour coupled with a solid sense of justice. The meals are just a small part of this book - almost an excuse to talk about death row. What makes it really interesting is the additional information - such as differences in the laws between states, and gems such as the percentage of people on death row with the middle name of 'Lee'! No matter your opinion of the death penalty, this book is well written, interesting, entertaining, enlightening and good value - enjoy!
  • It's OK to Laugh on July 03, 2011
    (no rating)
    Quite entertaining self-published story. As someone who has not had to deal with domestic violence, it was interesting to read how this sort of thing can sneak in and take hold. We always say 'Why doesn't she leave him?' This book helps to illustrate one answer to that question. Nancy's honest look at herself and her life are refreshing and funny. She has no pretensions, no delusions of grandeur. She loves, she lives, she laughs and she makes an effort to live the best life she can. Enjoy!
  • Surviving an American Gulag on July 26, 2011
    star star star star
    As an Australian woman born in the 1960s, I found this not only enjoyable (and yes, I did cry at the end!), but also highly educational. The things that occurred in this book were at a time when I was growing up and they were only in the periphery of my awareness then, so this helped expand on my knowledge of society's, and the military's, attitudes in those times. While I'm sure there was some poetic licence employed to entertain the reader, the issues raised in this book were deftly handled. This is an honest, but sensitive, and very entertaining story. I shall be looking out for more of Mr Patterson's works now that I've been introduced to him!
  • Xenofreak Nation, Book One: XBestia on Jan. 27, 2012
    star star star star
    I found this book by accident after viewing Ms Conway's wonderfully entertaining video The Indie-Author's Lament, on YouTube. Xenofreak Nation is the best kind of scence fiction - it's based on society, psychology, human nature rather than on gadgets, weapons and outerspace. As such, it's premise is quite believable, which makes it easier to read. Dialogue, often a challenge, is believable, and the story moves at a pace which would keep anyone from getting bored. And the bonus? You know who will get with who, but Ms Conway doesn't waste your valuable reading time on detailing the budding romance - she knows there's a story to be told! All in all, thiz is a well-written, entertaining and intelligent read.
  • The Rock Star in the Mirror (or, How David Bowie Ruined My Life) on Nov. 07, 2012
    star star star star star
    Purchased this book two days ago and then had to wait to read it because I'd let my NOOK battery die! But it was worth the wait. Ms Cathcart has written a lovely tale - highly original, nicely paced, great characters, and simply a pleasure to read. I don't read many books or stories twice - which is why I prefer ereading to print reading - but this is one story I expect to revisit in a couple of weeks' time. It was a lovely way to start my day.