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Martin: A Short Story by Luke Orlando

There’s a cold wind coming in from the North; there’s always a cold wind when

By Books 'N Pieces / February 1, 2019

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5 Deadly Mistakes That Get Your Story Rejected

We get many submissions each month. And we read each of them, even if we

By Books 'N Pieces / January 29, 2019

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5 Deadly Mistakes That Get Your Story Rejected

We get many submissions each month. And we read each of them, even if we

By Books 'N Pieces / November 16, 2018

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The Message is the Medium but is Medium the Best Way to Message Your Writing?

I just joined MEDIUM, the online publication where you can read and post stories, articles,

By Books 'N Pieces / September 9, 2018

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Writers-Submit Your Stories

BNP Magazine is accepting short stories for possible publication in Books ‘N Pieces Magazine. Payment

By Books 'N Pieces / February 6, 2018

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Your Short Story is Rejected. Now What?

Your Short Story is Rejected. Now What? I get many short stories submitted each

By Books 'N Pieces / January 24, 2018

What’s New in June 🆓

The June 2019 issue of Books 'N Pieces Magazine's SPOTLIGHT ON WRITING featuring interviews with Dr. Lewena Bayer (pictured), Alicia Smock, Bestselling author Richard Foreman. Also featuring Book Review by Jill Hedgecock, "The Ins and Outs of Audible", Brain Games #5 and more.

Starting with this issue, we will be an Online magazine only. Items will be posted throughout the month and you can access them all using the link that will be provided.

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It’s summer again and that can only mean . . . war! It’s war against the multitude of pests that can invade a man’s home, his castle.

But here in this suburban backyard, it’s one man’s war with the black and yellow fighters, the merciless invasions that permeate all parts of the home.

Armed only with his wits, and determination to win at all costs, the battle begins; a fight to the death.

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Tirelessly they work to repair the damage caused by superhero battles. There’s no recognition, no accolades, even their families DON'T KNOW what they do! And while Fred’s tired of it, it’s a steady job that pays the bills.
Until a life changing event happens that could destroy his secret. Or set him FREE?