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The Platinum Chef : A Tale of Delacroix Part VII

Chapter 23

With school out, Bobbie had been going to Heather's under the guise of
being her model. Heather's mother, Betty; had come home with wild tales of



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The Platinum Chef : A Tale of Delacroix Part VI

Chapter 19

"Here." Tim said, giving an envelope each to Beth and Bobbie. Looking
inside, there were two crisp hundred dollar bills in each. "It's your



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The Platinum Chef : A Tale of Delacroix Part V

Chapter 15

Bobbie was a little grumpy, but felt lighter than she had recently.
Despite cramps, she smiled some, happy to see Beth and Amber who had



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The Platinum Chef : A Tale of Delacroix Part III

Chapter 8

"WAKE UP, BRO WE'VE GOT SOME WORK TO DO," Kim's voice ripped through the
velvety blanket of sleep. Bobbie thrashed, gasping. It was Kim, pouncing
on her.

"Kim, wha..."



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The Platinum Chef : A Tale of Delacroix Part II

Chapter 4

Robb had drained about $1200 from the bank card that bore his name. He
bought a backpack at a thrift store. He broke the card in half and



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The Platinum Chef : A Tale of Delacroix

The Platinum Chef: A Tale of Delacroix by Chefness

Author's Note. I do not own the setting of Delacroix, Delacroix High,
Delacroix Blue Devils. Nor do I own the Characters Faye, Lust, and



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Dancing Queen: 7

My first public performance as Michelle

Ballroom dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I didn’t realise just how important it would become in shaping my future, until I had to take the place of one of my bosses following an accident.


Dancing Queen


A novel


by Louise Anne Smithson

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Education of a Sissy - Ch 1. A Good Boy Has A Bad Idea

Michael has come across something that implies that a company is doing a bad thing. Naturally, being a good boy, he decides to investigate.

Naturally, it doesn't work out the way he expected.

But then again, it's not going to go the way the bad guys expect either.



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Dancing Queen: 6

Getting ready for my public demonstration

Ballroom dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I didn’t realise just how important it would become in shaping my future, until I had to take the place of one of my bosses following an accident.


Dancing Queen


A novel


by Louise Anne Smithson

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Chapter 6 — The big day approaches



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Reality Storm: Ch 5


Reality Storm


by

Sleethr

--SEPARATOR--

Jake questions reality, but concern for the possible danger he and his friends might be in help him focus. Nick discovers how hard plate mail is to remove in an emergency and Emily discovers a possible game changer.




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Reality Storm: Ch 1-4


Reality Storm


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Sleethr

--SEPARATOR--

Jake and his friends looked forward to play Dragons Blood Online during their monthly LAN gaming session. It was going to be a big night now that their characters had finally all reached level 60. Sure, the forecast called for some rain and maybe a little thunder, but with an industrial strength UPS, who worried about the weather?




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Ashley Phoenix Riley - 14 - The Girl in the Store Window

I first ran away from home when I was 10 years old, my mom had left two years earlier because of abuse from my dad. The first time I ran away, I was caught and two weeks later, I was returned home. The last time I changed my name and I ran away into New York City... I became what we called a street rat; living on and under the streets...



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Dancing Queen: 5

The day before my public demonstration

Ballroom dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I didn’t realise just how important it would become in shaping my future, until I had to take the place of one of my bosses following an accident.


Dancing Queen


A novel


by Louise Anne Smithson

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Jack and Jill by Trudy

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Melvin led a rather low key existence until
he was asked by his friend Trudy to become
Jill to her being Jack for a Halloween party.
But for Melvin, this wasn't just fling...

it was the role of a lifetime!

Jack & Jill by Trudy

Part 1

By Jessica C
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Dancing Queen: 4

Invitations to lunch and to dance

Ballroom dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I didn’t realise just how important it would become in shaping my future, until I had to take the place of one of my bosses following an accident.


Dancing Queen


A novel


by Louise Anne Smithson

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A Medallion Trilogy - ANGEL

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Many years ago, I wrote two stories called Angel and its sequel, Angel, A New Beginning. Ever since their posting, readers have been asking if I would ever write a third installment explaining 'Jeffery's Story'. I am happy to say that it is done and will be post here as the third story of the trilogy. Due to the years in between the first two and last, the writing style has changed slightly.

A Medallion Trilogy - ANGEL
By Anon Allsop

The pendant laid dormant in the plastic baggie next to my chair. I slowly looked from the clear bag, to the small infant sleeping quietly on the floor.

"What could have possessed you to try something so idiotic, Angel?" I sighed to myself. It had been almost three days since I had to transform her back.

I wiped a tear from the corner of my eye and dropped my head into the palms of my hands in exasperation, "Oh God... I am so tired!"

It seemed like it had been almost 72 hours since I slept last, because of her constant bawling... and the diaper changing. Looking at the sleeping form of Angel I sadly shook my head.

"I wished you would have never found that damn thing!" I looked back to the bag and its traitorous contents, "If only I would have known... I could have stopped her... now I'll never have my Angel again."



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Dancing Queen: 3

Learning to dance and work as Michelle

Ballroom dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I didn’t realise just how important it would become in shaping my future, until I had to take the place of one of my bosses following an accident.


Dancing Queen


A novel


by Louise Anne Smithson

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Gaby Book 10 Chapter *11* Fast Friends

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Chapter *11*

Fast Friends

Whilst a ride this morning was pretty much obligatory, I reckon that last night's exertions let me off from anything too strenuous. There's a nice little loop up to Clowne so I headed out up the S ixty towards Cuckney where I took the A616 towards Creswell. The road bobbles about a bit before dropping down the ‘Mad Mile' to the village; even at stupid o'clock in the morning they're doing their best to kill themselves with dodgy overtaking and too high speed. Some have clearly succeeded judging by the collection of mini shrines along the verge.



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Dancing Queen: 2

Sarah has an unusual request to make

Ballroom dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I didn’t realise just how important it would become in shaping my future, until I had to take the place of one of my bosses following an accident.


Dancing Queen


A novel


by Louise Anne Smithson

Copyright © 2013 Louise Anne Smithson
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Image Credit: Picture from Wickimedia Commons. Free for commercial and personal use with restriction under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported licence.




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Dancing Queen: 1

Ballroom dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I didn’t realise just how important it would become in shaping my future, until I had to take the place of one of my bosses following an accident.


Dancing Queen


A novel


by Louise Anne Smithson

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Jessica Rabbit

Jessica Rabbit written by Barbie Lee. Edited by Catherine Linda Michel. This is a re-edit and expanded version of the FM story.

The bleeding edge of research is called experimental for a very good reason. No one knows exactly where it is going to lead. Ricky needed help with his research. The only one he trusted was his boyhood lifelong friend Tom. Little boys never grow up, they get older. Ricky played a Halloween joke on Tom inside that experimental machine.
The Mexicans thought the lab was a drug lab and destroyed the lab and machine in their efforts to acquire it. The Cartel, Mexican Gov, FBI, CIA, NSA and even the Russians want what they think that lab was and the man who built it. Ricky and Jessica are forced to flee for their lives. How long can one hate their best friend for turning one into every man's wet dream with no way back?



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Carla's Journey - Part 3 Chapter 6

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The White Wolf Chapter -38-

Jesse has inherited his Grandfather's ranch.
Now he must fight his father to keep it while he must
honor his Grandfather's last wish of seeking Coyote.

The White Wolf

Chapter 38
The Fine Art of Shopping

by Barbara Allan

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Ashley Phoenix Riley - 12 - Moving On

I first ran away from home when I was 10 years old, my mom had left two years earlier because of abuse from my dad, but she soon left me alone with no contact. The first time I ran away, I was caught two weeks later and returned home. The next time I changed my name was when I ran away into New York City... I became what we call a street rat; living on and under the streets... And now I'm a girl with a Mom and going to school. Go figure...

until I followed this woman Bridgette too closely.
Ashley Phoenix Riley
Chapter 12
Moving On

by Jessica C.

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Carla's Journey - Part 3 Chapter 5

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Carla's Journey

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by Roo

Part Three - Chapter Five

Jamie becomes in her words a 'real girl'

Editing by Bronwen



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Shade of Night Complete (epub)

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Fall of Night. Where reality goes to die.

Deep in the impossible city, Pascal Hunter makes his living as a detective. The city never fails to offer up sufficient crimes to keep him busy.

Always keeping his own secrets well hidden, of course.



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Lashes - Chapter 4

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When I got home from school I heard Mom on the telephone. She was laughing and her mood had changed from the night before. I walked into the kitchen as she hung up the phone.

“Hi honey, oh my God, what happened to you?”



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Lashes - Chapter 3

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When I’m with my boy friends at school, or anywhere else, no one questions who I am, even with my pretty face. It’s no wonder Frank the bully thought I was an easy mark, looking the way I do. I may be pretty, but I’m still not a sissy, just ask Frank and any of the other kids who look to me for protection.

As I’ve said already, I’m tough as nails, and I’ll do anything, any other boy will do. I’ve had the scrapes to prove it. Maybe that’s why I don’t object to looking like a pretty girl.

Who’s going to tease me about it?

Certainly not Frank or his cronies.
 



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Lashes

Lashes

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An Accidental Meeting, 8

Tommy was constantly being bullied in school by Randy on a daily basis.
Tommy's life completely changes when he meets
a mysterious girl after school while riding his bike.

This accidental meeting... led to something more!

An Accidental Meeting
Chapter 8

by Kayla Don

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The White Wolf Chapter -37-

Jesse has inherited his Grandfather's ranch.
Now he must fight his father to keep it while he must
honor his Grandfather's last wish of seeking Coyote.

The White Wolf

Chapter 37
Wanton Pleasure

by Barbara Allan

Copyright © 2013 Barbara Allan
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You Chose the Wrong Store - Part 8

Ronnie's life took an unexpected turn for the different

when he picked the wrong store to shoplift!

You Chose
the Wrong Store
Part 8

By Jessica C
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The White Wolf Chapter -36-

Jesse has inherited his Grandfather's ranch.
Now he must fight his father to keep it while he must
honor his Grandfather's last wish of seeking Coyote.

The White Wolf

Chapter 36
Meeting Mom

by Barbara Allan

Copyright © 2013 Barbara Allan
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The White Wolf Chapter -35-

Jesse has inherited his Grandfather's ranch.
Now he must fight his father to keep it while he must
honor his Grandfather's last wish of seeking Coyote.

The White Wolf

Chapter 35
Reality Check

by Barbara Allan

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Life Renewed II: Love Renewed

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Life Renewed II: Love Renewed
By StefB

After surviving a life threatening attack by her ex-boyfriend Sara had thought she was on her way to a happy life with Adam, but now his past is threatening their future.
This story takes place immediately following the events of Life Renewed. It is highly recommended you read that story first.



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Carla's Journey - Part 3 Chapter 2

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by Roo

Part Three - Chapter Two

Sandy meets Aunty Jean

Editing by Bronwen



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MAU: More Than Meets the Eye - Epilogue

MAU: More Than Meets the Eye

by Sleethr

~o~O~o~

The wrap up.

~o~O~o~

 



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MAU: More Than Meets the Eye - Chapter 16

MAU: More Than Meets the Eye

by Sleethr

~o~O~o~

While the friends wait for Wheelie to report in, Sadie dips her toes into the girl pool. The team runs into a slight problem with retrieving the MAU and Sadie learns to fly.

~o~O~o~

 



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You Chose the Wrong Store - Part 7

Ronnie's life took an unexpected turn for the different

when he picked the wrong store to shoplift!

You Chose
the Wrong Store
Part 7

By Jessica C
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Carla's Journey - Part 3 Chapter 1

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Give Me an A: Part 4

Authors Note: Yes I know that it has been awhile and I know that this is a short chapter. But here it is.

Give me an A
Sakura Strife


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No Rules | Chapter 2

The second chapter in the sequel to No Obligation finds Becca and friends learning exactly whose mind she visited the night before … and why this particular adversary might be impossible for her to beat.

No Rules: An Advocate Novel

by Randalynn

Chapter 2: Double Vision


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The White Wolf Chapter -34-

Jesse has inherited his Grandfather's ranch.
Now he must fight his father to keep it while he must
honor his Grandfather's last wish of seeking Coyote.

The White Wolf

Chapter 34
Winning Her Heart

by Barbara Allan

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Ashley Phoenix Riley - 11 - Connecting With the Past


I first ran away from home when I was 10 years old, my mom had left two years earlier because of abuse from my dad, but she soon left me alone with no contact. The first time I ran away, I was caught two weeks later and returned home. The next time I changed my name was when I ran away into New York City.
I became what we called a street rat; living on and under the streets..

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The White Wolf Chapter -33-

Jesse has inherited his Grandfather's ranch.
Now he must fight his father to keep it while he must
honor his Grandfather's last wish of seeking Coyote.

The White Wolf

Chapter 33
The Capture

by Barbara Allan

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You Chose the Wrong Store - Part 6

Ronnie's life took an unexpected turn

he picked the wrong store to shoplift!

You Chose
the Wrong Store
Part 6

By Jessica C
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An Accidental Meeting, 7

Tommy was constantly being bullied in school by Randy on a daily basis.
Tommy's life completely changes when he meets a mysterious girl after school
while riding his bike. This accidental meeting... led to something more!

An Accidental Meeting
Chapter 7

by Kayla Don

Copyright © 2012, 2013 Kayla Don
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