Short Game

Join the last vestiges of Humanity and their alien allies (the reptilian Thrynn, the insectoid Velox, and the plant-based Elowan) as they attempt to carve out their own territory in a sector of space filled with wondrous opportunity and deadly threats. Brave explorers seek out new worlds to colonize while merchants cruise from starport to starport, their holds laden with exotic goods. Not all in this futuristic setting have noble intent. For every prospector and trader attempting to make a difference, a dozen pirates, smugglers, and mobsters engage in all manner of criminal enterprise.

Richard just wanted a girlfriend - not the apocalypse. Richard Peak's senior year is looking painfully ordinary - fighting for position on the soccer team, his parents' constant arguing, a glaring lack of a girlfriend. He can't wait to graduate and join a soccer team overseas, preferably as far from home as possible. Then the president is assassinated and his life changes forever. As an alarming chain of nationwide terrorist attacks trigger a civil war, Richard finds himself on a dangerous journey for survival.

Collection of five short stories.

"Big Game Hunt" was first published in the October 1956 issue of Adventure. Sir Arthur C. Clarke (1917-2008) is regarded as one of the most-influential science fiction writers of all time. He was named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, and was inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.

In this companion story to Numbers Game, Chan Norwell comes from the perfect citizen family. His mother is chief of the city monitor force, his brother an all-star, and his sister a prodigy - which leaves little wiggle room for a nobody like Chan. He is determined to have his time in the spotlight at last. But he doesn't expect things to go so horribly wrong. Alone, dishonored, and humiliated, Chan can only see one way out.

Ruby James has finally made it. As an official Rater, she's reached upper class society and all that comes with it - a huge house in a guarded neighborhood, box seats, and an elite client list. She even has the perfect boyfriend to go with it, one she expects to marry as soon as her career settles. Then she uncovers a terrible secret. One her boss will do anything to protect.

Nineteen of Wodehouse's funniest stories, all focusing upon the tribulations of the followers of the great mystery that is golf. Collecting the complete text of both The Clicking of Cuthbert and The Heart of a Goof, and including such classics as A Woman is Only a Woman, Ordeal by Golf, The Long Hole, Keeping in with Vosper, and The Magic Plus Fours.

Roll the dice, pick a card, tell a lie, hide the truth. Whatever the move, it's all just part of the game. Follow the lives of four very different characters who are all trapped in an insidious game. Each story delves into the intricate web of misaligned motives and obscured half-truths. Stories include "In This Business", "The Joker", "Dolly", and "Escaping Avila Chase".

Follow the adventures of Fluffy the kitten. Fluffy is a timid kitten, but her friend Phillipo teaches her how to be brave and how to be patient. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. Also includes some funny jokes!

Peyton is a panda bear. Along with his brother, Peter, they enjoy eating bamboo. And they eat a lot of it. Follow the fun adventures of Peyton and his brother through the jungle. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting and also includes some funny jokes. Great for listening to with friends and family at home, school, or sleepovers.

Al lives in the Louisiana bayou with his friends and family. He's a very adventurous and curious little alligator and has lots of fun with his friends. There's only one thing about Al that doesn't make sense. He's afraid of murky water. Can he overcome his fear and swim in the swamp? Follow the adventures of Al E. Gator and find out.

Follow the adventures of Miko the Monkey! Miko lives in the jungle with his two friends, Hilton and Joshua. Miko is very playful and adventurous. Sometimes this can get him into trouble! These are five fun stories about Miko, his friends, and their fun adventures! This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting and also includes some funny jokes!

Follow the adventures of the hungry dog, a.k.a Indy. He is a very hungry dog. He eats and eats and eats and never gets full! He is on the look out for more food! Five fun short stories, funny jokes, and more! What kind of adventures will the Indy get into while searching for more food? Find out in this awesome audiobook for kids. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.

Five short stories for kids, funny jokes, and more! Follow the adventures of Tilly the Turtle. Tilly the Turtle is the happiest turtle in the world. Do you want to know why? Listen to the book to find out! This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. This audiobook also includes some funny jokes! These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.

Five fun short stories, hilarious jokes, and more! Lucky Lucy is the luckiest cat in the world. Although she is very lucky, she learns not to push her luck too far! Finds out when her luck runs out. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. This audiobook also includes some funny jokes! These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.

Follow the adventures of Dilly the dolphin! Dilly is an exchange student from Saltwater Academy. His new school is Freshwater Elementary. Will he fit in?

Follow the adventures of Tooty the tiger. Tooty is a special and adventurous little tiger. She only has three legs but that doesn't stop her from doing anything.

This is a cute and fun book for children of all ages. Each story is entertaining and exciting. There are five short stories and some funny jokes. This audiobook is especially great for traveling, waiting rooms, and listening aloud at school or home with friends and family.

Finley is a shy fish. He has a hard time making friends because he is so shy, but his best friend Barney is always by his side. Follow the adventures of Finley and Barney! This is an excellent short storybook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is easy to listen to and exciting for young children.

Ellie is the nicest animal in the jungle, but she is very sad. Her friends Lyle the lion, Fatima the flamingo, Rex the rhino, and Micky the monkey want to find out why! Each story is easy to comprehend and exciting. Join in on a great listening experience with friends and family, whether you're traveling, in a waiting room, or closing in on bedtime.