Funny Shorts

Seal Island is home to a moonshine-making billionaire, a pot-growing fisherman, a celebrity flower child, a handsome romance writer, a sex-addicted realtor, a womanizing pub owner, a cop, a pot-bellied pig…and a serial killer. The island is serene and remote. It is only accessible by boat. The residents like it that way, until those with the deepest and darkest of secrets start dying in the most bizarre of ways.

Arjie Chelvaratnam is a Tamil boy growing up in an extended family in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is through his eyes that the story unfolds and we meet a delightful, sometimes eccentric cast of characters. Arjie’s journey from the luminous simplicity of childhood days into the more intricately shaded world of adults - with its secrets, its injustices, and its capacity for violence - is a memorable one, as time and time again the true longings of the human heart are held against the way things are.

El tío Manuel se despertó una mañana de mal humor, La alarma de su reloj lo molestó por el ruido abrumador. Gritó: “¡Cállate, reloj!” y agitó su puño fuertemente, Presionó el botón de APAGADO de forma insolente.

SHORT READ: Book 1 of the Cassidy Cousins A week-long beach trip. Six single men, and six single women. Anything can happen. James: She’s the one that got away. But this time, I’m going to catch her. A second chance is all I need to capture her heart. Who said forty is too old to fall in love? Layne: Single is not a dirty word. One marriage was enough. I'm never dating again. But now an old friend is back in my life. He's gotten even hotter with age. I try to resist, but he’s slowly winning me over. If you enjoy a flirty, steamy instalove, then you’ll love meeting the Cassidy ...

I make it a point to never mix business with pleasure. One look at Madison sends my rule book right out the penthouse window. She’s curvy, innocent, and sassy as hell. The only problem? She’s also my newest employee. She’s about to get promoted straight to being on top Time to Clock in, Readers!Mason is a hotel magnate with a big trust fund and an even bigger... endowment. No cliffhangers or mandated overtime here. Just a quick and steamy romance with a guaranteed HEA

Tessa’s Garden is a four novella series collection that covers spring, summer, fall and winter. Looking for a fun and lighthearted romance that will keep you turning the pages? "Tessa's Garden" is the sweet suspense romance for you! Tessa's tendency to jump to conclusions often leads her into trouble, and her investigation into her employer's practices is no exception. Despite her best intentions, Tessa finds herself in over her head as she and Samson gather secret information and try to uncover the truth about the business, an organic produce company. As the higher ups become suspicious,...

Imagine stepping into a world where the glitz of Hollywood collides with the grit of Detroit, where the sultry charm of Savannah mingles with the ethereal beauty of Mariposa, Italy. This is the electrifying landscape of our journey, a odyssey that spans continents and crashes through the barriers of reality and fiction. In your hands, dear reader, lies not just a book, but a treasure trove of tales that will leave you questioning what's true and what's crafted from the rich tapestry of imagination. Each story is a faceted gem, polished by the author's meticulous research and his audacious ...

5 erotic cheating wife stories in one collection! A minister’s wife is supposed to be prim…proper…faithful. Oops! After several years of being married to a controlling and uncaring husband who can’t meet my needs, I’ve decided to take things into my own hands. And if those ‘things’ happen to be attached to someone I’m not married to, well, I’m okay with that. You see, I’m young, I’ve got a smoking hot body, and I’ve got needs. My religious husband thinks sex is something you do only for procreation, but I know the truth. There’s nothing sinful about enjoying the ...

I’m the love of his life. He just needs to meet me. I’m obsessed with Travis Bailey. A lot of people are. Travis is a billionaire perfectionist, a media mogul known all over the world for his no-nonsense demeanor and his expensive toys. He wears thousand-dollar suits like they’re second skin, and the only thing bigger than his bank account is his stick shift. That’s not why my bedroom is covered in posters of him, though. I’m different. I see something in Travis that no one else does. He’s the best at everything he does, but there’s something else lurking behind his grey-green...

Rules are made to be broken. So are limits. The Broken Rules Box Set features three possessive older alpha men and the women that claim their hearts— even when it goes against all the rules.

Perebius Peddler is an inventor in a land dead-set on never changing. But that won’t stop him… Perebius has heard of the mythical city of Paragon across the mountains. And he wants in. Unfortunately, the Duke of this dreadful realm doesn’t want his subjects leaving. To win his freedom, Perebius must conquer three trials. And even then, hope may just be beyond his grasp… But freedom is worth fighting for. And Perebius is ready for the trials. The Trials of Perebius Peddler is a satirical short story written like a fable, drawing on inspirations like Monty Python and the absurdity of ...

Sharing is caring. Especially when it comes to your wife. Taryn can’t keep her hands to herself, despite her husband being only minutes away, racing home to put his hands all over her. But she’s just too impatient even as his coworkers, who she’s never met, pull up to their house seconds after she goes over the edge by herself. Carrie knows what Taryn did. She can see it all over her face, smell it all over her body. Taryn doesn’t know how to take it when it’s clear that her husband’s coworker wants to make out with her. And more. Much more. Before the turkey’s out of the oven...

From the author of Aevalorn Tales comes a story about the woe of omniscience. Dundermutton is a magical ram who can perceive everything in the universe. Tired of his otherworldly obligations, he sleeps in to enjoy a holiday. Still, the universe isn’t having it—fate screams for his attention. Terror approaches! Opening his mind’s eye, Dundermutton witnesses an unfolding tragedy. Far away, Gammond Brandyford, a troublesome halfling of the Aevalorn Parishes, has stumbled upon a magical chalice capable of transforming water into wine. What could possibly go wrong? Ignoring the universe's ...

From the author of Aevalorn Tales comes a dark fantasy story about self-discovery. Lured by the promise of treasure, Gammond Brandyford, a halfling with a knack for trouble, takes Vongur, a dwarven companion whose soul is trapped within an amulet, to a sacred sanctuary hidden in the mountains. In all truthfulness, Vongur might be looking for a connection to his past, but Gammond only wants a quick buck. Still, at the sanctuary, Gammond must defeat its steadfast guardian to acquire the memories Vongur’s been searching for. Together, they confront a challenge that tests their courage and ...

Words of a Feather is a stunning collection of Short Stories, Poems and Sketches from author, Robert E. Kearns. There's something inside for every taste, and Words of a Feather comes packed with hours of reading pleasure. Replete with entertainment, there is sure to be laughs, tears, spills and thrills. Satisfying pleasures of the mind, Words of a Feather is a book you'll want to read again and again.

Roxie If it weren’t for bad luck, I wouldn’t have any luck at all Here I am, on my honeymoon in the most romantic city in the world. Alone. Sure, my no-good fiance left me at the altar for my maid of honor and best friend. Ex-best friend. Ex-fiance. Ex-old life. But I’m not about to let that stop me from having the best solo honeymoon ever. I’m in Paris for two weeks, determined to go from exes to O’s. Turns out, even a trip across the world isn’t enough to outrun my streak of bad luck. Then I find Remy. Or maybe Remy finds me. Because I may be running for my life— But I have ...

Eleven masters of suspense - Kelly Barnhill, Michael Buckley, Adam Gidwitz, Adele Griffin and Lisa Brown, Claire Legrand, Nikki Loftin, Daniel José Older, Dav Pilkey, R. L. Stine, and Rita Williams-Garcia - have come together to bring you a bone-chilling collection of original ghost stories, perfect for sharing around the campfire, listening under the covers with a flashlight, and scaring your friends' pants off.

Featuring personal tales originally prepared for a radio audience, My Time With You Has Been Short But Very Funny is infused with frenetic humour along with undertones of wistfulness and edgy sadness. In a series of sketches spanning two continents and seven decades, the author introduces listeners to a rollicking cast of characters from everyday life, including the iconic Pesticide Pete and Barbecue Billy, as well as a series of off-kilter incidents, both hilarious and disquieting.

Need something light in your life? Roberta’s short stories are cheerful, uplifting, and fun! Readers of all ages will enjoy these humorous new stories of everyday life in Roberta Raves 2: From tongue-in-cheek to heartfelt, down-to-earth humor; Smile, giggle, laugh out loud, and maybe even tear up; Warm, irreverent, and immensely relatable observations; Lighthearted, entertaining, and insightful words of wisdom; Funny and honest reflections upon our everyday lives; The perfect Book Club material with 52 short chapters. Pick up Roberta Raves when you feel down and read a few pages. Her wry ...

Are you a fan of addictive and suspenseful serial killer stories with unpredictable characters? "Four Hours" is the thrilling short story for you! “Twisted, trippy, and unique, 'Four Hours' is as dark as it is entertaining.” ~Bestselling Author Emerald O’Brien The high-rise on Fifth and Main is home to many eccentric characters, the types of suit-wearing men who buy exotic pets and import plants the likes of which aren’t available in stores. But when the doors close for the night, the building hosts another breed: those hired solely to care for these exotic acquisitions, those who ...