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Birgit Gruber Cocktail mit Schuss

Krimikomödie

Krimi
Deutsch
61106 Wörter
Ab 12 Jahren
357
2

Das Leben ist zu kurz für grauenvolle Drinks!Der neue Cosy-Krimi aus der Erfolgsreihe „Kati Blum ermittelt“ Eine feuchtfröhliche Cocktailstunde? Denkste! Ein tödlicher Drink setzt dem Spaß jäh ein Ende. Aber wer wollte den Barkeeper vergiften, oder hat der Beste seines Fachs gar selbst seinem Leben ein Ende gesetzt? Kati Blum will es wissen, war sie doch persönlich betroffen. Der Starbarkeeper Leonhard ist nicht nur für die besten Cocktails bekannt, sondern auch ein echter Womanizer. Ausgerechnet als Kati Blum bei ihm lernen will, wie man tolle Drinks mixt, fällt er tot um. Nachdem Bayreuths heißester Ermittler Lars Winkelmann auch noch erklärt, dass alle Kursteilnehmer verdächtig sind, kann Kati das nicht auf sich sitzen lassen und beginnt die Gruppe auf eigene Faust unter die Lupe zu nehmen. Kati ahnt noch nicht, dass sie dabei sowohl dem Mörder als auch Lars gefährlich nahe kommt… "Cocktail mit Schuss" ist der vierte Band der Serie „Kati Blum ermittelt”. Dieser Roman ist in sich abgeschlossen. Alle Teile der Reihe können unabhängig voneinander gelesen werden. [mehr]

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Romy van Mader Liebe, Aura und Zitronen

Zwei zauberhafte Kurzromane

Humor
Deutsch
10164 Wörter
Ab 16 Jahren
556
7

Lustig, verrückt und natürlich mit HAPPY END! „LIEBE, AURA UND ZITRONEN“ vereint die zwei Erzählungen „Meine kleine Gute Nacht Geschichte (Für Erwachsene): 6" und "Meine kleine Gute Nacht Geschichte (Für Erwachsene): 14". Beide Romane spielen in der bayerischen Landeshauptstadt. Nr. 6 Isabella hatte sich ihre Reise nach München ganz anders vorgestellt. Nun, wo ihre Freundin die angedachte Geburtstagsparty kurzfristig abgesagt hat, macht sie das Beste aus der Situation. Umhüllt von einem Duftpomander, den sie sich zuvor spontan in einem esoterischen Buchladen gekauft hat, meditiert sie an der Isar. Plötzlich raschelt es hinter ihr im Gebüsch. Das Leben kann von jetzt auf gleich so ganz anders, so rosawolkig sein ... Nr. 14 Rebecca, blond, attraktiv, Ende 30, ist auf der Suche nach dem Funkeln in ihren Augen, dieses ist im Laufe der Zeit verschwunden, und mit diesem auch ihre Leichtigkeit und Fröhlichkeit und ihre Zuversicht, dass da noch etwas Großes kommt. Mit ihrer Freundin Amelie fährt Rebecca spontan nach München, zu einer HOT-SUMMER-BIRTHDAY-PARTY, welche sich als Farb-Motto-Party entpuppt. Dank ihres pinkfarbenen Outfits ist Rebecca dort der letzte Schrei und wird nicht nur von Sahnestücken an Kopf und Bluse getroffen, sondern auch von Amors Pfeil ... LESEZEIT IST TRAUMZEIT! [mehr]

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Romy van Mader, Sofie Dax Meine kleine Gute Nacht Geschichte: 10

(Für Erwachsene)

Kurzgeschichte
Deutsch
5428 Wörter
Ab 16 Jahren
310
6

Nr. 10 Die junge Rosalie lebt allein und zurückgezogen in ihrer mit Homeshopping-Artikeln ausstaffierten Single-Wohnung. Allabendlich schaut sie von ihrem Boxspringbett aus TV und zwar TELESHOPPING-TV. Eines Abends vernimmt sie eine männliche Stimme und vor ihren Augen formieren sich bunte Lichterpunkte zu einer menschlichen Gestalt. Ihr Schutzengel erscheint und legt sich zu ihr aufs Bett. Er macht ihr Mut, doch mal etwas Neues, etwas ganz Verrücktes auszuprobieren. Am nächsten Morgen beschließt Rosalie, anstatt zur verhassten Arbeit einfach mal ins Blaue zu fahren. Der Duft von Croissants zieht sie magisch an und der Duft der Liebe liegt in der Luft ... [mehr]

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Romy van Mader CHAMPAGNER & ZAHNPASTA

Kurzroman

Humor
Deutsch
10659 Wörter
Ab 16 Jahren
428
4

"Sollte es einen Kurs im NICHT-MEHR-WUNDERN geben, dann geben Sie mir bitte Bescheid.“ So startet die Geschichte von Stefanie Koch, die auch nach so einigen herben Enttäuschungen immer noch an die große Liebe glaubt und endlich ihren THE ONE AND ONLY finden will. Auf der Suche nach ihm begegnen ihr Spezies der dritten Art. Eine „SchwAffPy“ is(s)t genauso mit von der Partie wie ein “HyPsy“. Ob Stefanie am Ende ihren Traummann findet? Inklusive dem Chapter ANREGENDE IMPULSE. [mehr]

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Phil Humor SIEG 5

Storys, Interviews, Essays, Gedichte

Humor
Deutsch
64660 Wörter
Ab 14 Jahren
18
0

SIEG 5 Storys, Interviews, Essays, Gedichte Storys und Interviews: Halluzino-Gen * Katzenmusik * Musik und das Meer * Interview mit der Farbe Blau * Elefantenrunde * Interview mit dem Buchstaben W * Interview mit dem Gemälde "Die Schule von Athen" * Interview mit dem Präfix UN * Interview mit der Ehrlichkeit * Interview mit der Misanthropie * Interview mit der Pflicht * Interview mit der Zahl Drei * Interview mit Manga * Interview mit meinem Computer * Interview mit Olympia * Interview mit UNG * Interview mit Weihnachten Essays: Ach, Du lieber Schreck! * Aktionismus * American Gothic * Berlinerisch * Berufswünsche * Cosy-Krimi * Deutsche Bahn * Die Bedrohung * Filmzitate to go * Flanieren * FOMO, FOBO, YOLO * Götter, Gräber und Gelehrte * Happy little accidents * Helden * Hunde * Jäger der Aha-Momente * Die große Welle vor Kanagawa * Lebe Dein eigenes Leben, nicht das der anderen * Lebensmottos * No way * In einer römischen Osteria * Provokationen lohnen * Sich aufregen bringt Segen * Thriller * Ulysses * Verpackungen * Vom Suchen und Finden * Yoga und Meditation Gedichte: Abendspaziergang * Ächzen mit Experten * Akzep-Tanz * Arbeit und Faulheit * Aufs richtige Pferd setzen * Belesen * Ein Roman wächst * Enten * Fabeln * Feste * Festgetäut * Formulare * Ganz schön smart * Glücksspiel * Haus an Haus * In Form * Kerzenschein * KI und Kunst * Koch * Luftballons * Macken, Spleens, Marotten * Prioritäten * Saat * Schatztruhen * Schmierentheater * Schränke * Tepp-Ich * Verloren Drabbles: Gedichte-Denksport * KI-Schach * Welt als Denksportaufgabe * In Amt und Würden * Ämter * Raumfahrer * Raumfahrt * Erfahren * Experten * Taktiken * Buchstabensuppe * Lauter Teufelsbraten * Kunst und Ästhetik * Kunst und Wissenschaft * Kunst und Kitsch * Kunst der Selbstbeherrschung * Sprichwörter - hier werden Sie geholfen! * Sprichwörter im Arbeitsalltag * Tipps im Umgang mit Sprichwörtern * Weihnachtsstimmung * Besinnlichkeit * GEMA * Lebkuchen, Dominosteine & Co. [mehr]

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Romy van Mader MY STORY OF MAGIC (Deutsche Version)

Ein Kurzroman mit magischer Wortkraft

Ratgeber
Deutsch
7274 Wörter
Ab 14 Jahren
954
3

Diese fantasievolle Kurzgeschichte möchte uns wieder daran erinnern, dass die wahre Zauberkraft in einem jeden von uns liegt: [mehr]

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Julia M. Sloane The Smiling Hill-Top And Other California Sketches

Belletristik
Englisch
26956 Wörter
Ab 18 Jahren
2
0

The following sketches are entirely informal. They do not cover the subject of Southern California in any way. In fact, they contain no information whatever, either about the missions or history--a little, perhaps, about the climate and the fruits and flowers of the earth, but that has crept in more or less unavoidably. They are the record of what happened to happen to a fairly light-hearted family who left New England in search of rest and health. There are six of us, two grown-ups, two boys, and two dogs. We came for a year and, like many another family, have taken root for all our days--or so it seems now. The reactions of more or less temperamental people, suddenly transplanted from a rigorous climate to sunshine and the beauty and abundance of life in Southern California, perhaps give a too highly colored picture, so please make allowance for the bounce of the ball. I mean to be quite fair. It doesn't rain from May to October, but when it does, it can rain in a way to make Noah feel entirely at home. Unfortunately, that is when so many of our visitors come--in February! They catch bad colds, the roses aren't in bloom, and altogether they feel that they have been basely deceived. We rarely have thunder-storms, or at least anything you could dignify by that name, but we do have horrid little shaky earthquakes. We don't have mosquitoes in hordes, such as the Jersey coast provides, but we do sometimes come home and hear what sounds like a cosy tea-kettle in the courtyard, whereupon the defender of the family reaches for his gun and there is one rattlesnake less to dread. On our hill-top there are quantities of wild creatures--quail, rabbits, doves, and ground squirrels and, unfortunately, a number of social outcasts. Never shall I forget an epic incident in our history--the head of the family in pajamas at dawn, in mortal combat with a small black-and-white creature, chasing it through the cloisters with the garden hose. Oh, yes, there is plenty of adventure still left, even though we don't have to cross the prairies in a wagon. People who know California and love it, I hope may enjoy comparing notes with me. People who have never been here and who vaguely think of it as a happy hunting-ground for lame ducks and black sheep, I should like to tempt across the Rockies that they might see how much more it is than that. It may be a lotus land to some, to many it truly seems the promised land. [mehr]

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Romy van Mader Kein Schwanz fickt Dich so hart wie das Leben!

L(i)ebe lieber glücklich

Humor
Deutsch
9920 Wörter
Ab 16 Jahren
571
8

Die 47-jährige Elvira Schamör, ihres Zeichens steinreiche Unternehmerin, lebt zwar in Saus und Braus, badet allerdings in Kontrollwahn und Mangel. Ihr Credo: „Kein Schwanz fickt Dich so hart wie das Leben!“ Mit Marcel, ihrem aktuellen Liebhaber und Mädchen für ALLES, verbringt sie einen sauteuren Urlaub in der Karibik, der es in sich hat. Schlagartig wendet sich das von ihr 24/7 kontrollierte Palmenblatt, denn Marcel hat die Schnauze voll und haut ab! Alleine in der riesigen Luxussuite drückt ihr die Stille die Kehle zu und sie beschließt, ihre Leere mit DSCHINN-Tonic zu ertränken. Ein kleiner Mann mit blöder Brille wartet bereits in der Hotelbar auf sie. Er erzählt ihr seine Lebensgeschichte. Die sie spöttisch mit „Sie entschuldigen mich, aber mein Leben ist zu kurz für Langeweile!“ quittiert und am Tresen einschläft, um wenig später mit Herzrasen wiederzuerwachen! Ein Geistwesen ward ihr erschienen.Ein Kurzroman über die Macht der Vergebung & der (Selbst-)Liebe und mit HAPPY END! #dergeistderkaribik [mehr]

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DAVID MITCHELL A CHRISTMAS STORY

Belletristik
Englisch
3213 Wörter
Keine Altersempfehlung
1562
7

A CHRISTMAS STORY By DAVID MITCHELL ------------------------- The year was 1932. The Crydale Orphanage was a grim and forbidding looking building and being late evening the lights were being extinguished one by one by the staff. Outside in the dark and gloomy street a young girl staggered through the snow carrying her new born baby boy. She had left home because her father was a strict disciplinarian and would not hear of the girl’s illegitimate baby being brought into his house – it must be remembered, this was 1932 when attitudes were quite different. Her name was Elly, and she was destitute. She was desperately unhappy but her only thoughts were for her tiny baby wrapped warmly against the very cold weather - for this was December and just a few days before Christmas. As she walked along she passed the gaily lit shops displaying colourful Christmas items. Here and there she noticed the Christmas trees with their coloured lights and fleetingly her memory took her back to happier times when she was younger and her father then seemed more tolerant, even kind. In her state of total and forlorn unhappiness the tears rolled down her cheeks and she kissed her small baby thinking all the while how determined she was that his future will be much better than her past. As she drew nearer the orphanage she could see through the large window. No doubt this expansive room was where the orphans gathered each morning. It was empty and dark now. She was thinking deeply about what she proposed to do. Her plan was to leave the baby on the doorstep, ring the bell, and retire to a safe distance where she could not be seen; just so that she could be sure the door was answered and the baby found by the orphanage staff. In her plan, she reasoned that later on, when she was a little older and had perhaps secured a job, and was receiving an income, she could return and re-claim her son. She watched carefully as the front door of the orphanage opened and a young lady bent down and picked up the small baby lying on the doorstep. And so, when Elly was satisfied that her baby was now in good care she withdrew and went on her way, sobbing all the while. This was not at all what she wanted to happen; but in the light of her father’s cruel and totally unreasonable attitude she felt no other course was open to her. However, she brightened up a little when thinking that, if good fortune should come her way, it may not be too long before she would be able to return to the orphanage and reclaim her small son to care for him as a loving mother herself. So that was the manner in which little Chris arrived at the orphanage. They decided to call him ‘Christopher because it was so close to Christmas. The stern lady in charge of the orphanage, Mrs Briggs, ran the establishment in quite a strict manner but, like a lot of people who seem to be quite fierce in their demeanour, deep down in her heart she was a kindly soul and loved all the children that came under her care – every single one. Quite a number of children were lost to her as a result of adoptions through the years and she was very sad at the loss of each one and was at once sad at the departure of every child - but on the other hand she was glad to see them settled in a happy home. But somehow that never happened to Chris. For some reason that nobody could quite understand he was never selected for adoption. Later the orphanage began a new policy of advertising “HAVE AN ORPHAN FOR CHRISTMAS” and this seemed to be a big success. Some children had even been adopted permanently after being a “Christmas Child”. But this was now Christmas 1937. The snow had begun to fall and all of the children had gone to their ‘foster parents’ for the holiday - but not Chris. He was due to go to a Mr & Mrs Holden but with just over a week to go they advised the orphanage that Mr Holden had been called abroad, and that Mrs Holden would be accompanying him. As they had no idea how long they would be away they said they would have to reluctantly cancel the arrangement for Chris. It was too late then to find another temporary foster parent and so it looked very much as though Chris and Mrs Briggs would be the only inhabitants of the orphanage over the holiday. Mrs Briggs was quite resigned to her task, but she didn't mind at all. She got on very well with Chris and although the resources available to her were meagre she told herself that she must try to make it as nice a Christmas as possible, if only for the sake of little Chris. However, on the day before Christmas Eve Mrs Briggs received a call from the Holdens to say that Mr Holden’s mission abroad was accomplished sooner than he had anticipated, that they were now home, and that they would love to have Chris for Christmas after all as originally planned. When little Chris heard this his little face broke into a wide beaming smile. Poor old Mrs Briggs hesitated for just a moment when given the news. She had been looking forward to spending Christmas with just her and Chris. On the the other hand she wanted Chris to have a wonderful Christmas and so she too allowed herself a smile or two, and accepted that she must spend Christmas alone. And so it was that Mr & Mrs Holden collected Chris from the orphanage that very same day and took him to their very handsome home where a beautiful Christmas tree stood in the lounge, fully decorated with lights and ornaments, and with presents spread underneath; a lovely log fire was roaring up the chimney and the atmosphere was very nice, cosy, and very homely. Chris was then introduced to other members of the Holden family. First of all, there was Aunt Emily - a dear old soul who wore her spectacles perched on the end of her nose and seemed to be knitting all the time; she also often appeared to be chatting to herself as some old folk do. Then there was Grandfather Holden who held his hand out for Chris to shake. Chris did so dutifully for all the children at the orphanage were taught good manners. It was a very jolly atmosphere indeed and everyone seemed to be in a good mood – just as Christmas should be. But after a little while Mrs Holden noticed that Chris was looking rather sad and that one or two tears were rolling down his cheeks. “Why Chris my dear” she said “what ever are you crying for ? Aren’t you happy to be with us ?” At which the great big tears welled up in his eyes and poor little Chris began to sob. Urged by Mrs Holden to say why he was sad Chris then said “Well Mrs Holden, I am surely very happy to be here with you but I cannot help thinking of poor Mrs Briggs back at the orphanage. She will be all on her own for Christmas now that I have come to you and I am feeling I aught to be there with her to keep her company and make sure she has a nice Christmas too”. At this, all the Holden family could not help but remark what a very nice little boy Chris was to be thinking of others at this time. And so the conversation on the subject seemed to wane and die away. But not in Chris's mind. He went to sleep in his room but during the night he tossed and turned for he was still thinking of poor old Mrs Briggs and how very lonely she must be all by herself. The next morning everybody arose from bed. The snow lay crisp and several inches deep. It was a true Christmas scene All were looking forward to the day’s festivities. However, Mr Holden seemed to be absent. Chris did ask once “Where is Mr Holden ?” but was told by Mrs Holden “Oh, he has gone on an little errand for me - don’t worry, he’ll be back quite soon – in time for Christmas Dinner to be sure”. But now it was approaching time for the great Christmas Dinner and still Mr Holden had not returned. Mrs Holden had purchased a nice fat turkey and the smells were wafting through from her kitchen and were truly delicious. They were making everyone feel very hungry indeed. But where was Mr Holden ? Well, there was no need to worry for just at that moment the front door opened and in a flurry of snow flakes blown in by the wind there stood Mr Holden - and with him was none other than Mrs Briggs herself ! She had been absolutely thrilled and delighted when Mr Holden telephoned her to extend an invitation to join the Christmas party for she had resigned herself to spending Christmas by herself, as Chris had feared, and wondering what to do ! She had considered her Christmas Dinner but rejected the idea of cooking the turkey she had managed to buy for the occasion. Cooking a turkey for one person would not be sensible she thought. And so she decided she would save the turkey and Christmas Pudding until after the holidays when the children returned. "I'll just manage with a sandwich" she thought to herself. But when Mr Holden phoned to invite her to join the Holden family she accepted very gracefully; however she could not hide her absolute delight and happiness. The Christmas she was not looking forward to at all had now changed for her totally and completely. She was determined to enjoy the occasion together with Chris and the Holdens and appreciated their kindness very much. So little Chris, once he had recovered from the surprise and the great pleasure of seeing that Mrs Briggs had joined them rushed to her and gave her a big hug. They then joined the others and all enjoyed a truly splendid and jolly Christmas dinner - Mrs Holden, a very good cook, did them all proud and there was plenty for everybody. There were Christmas crackers to pull and small gifts inside - there was much laughter as each cracker was pulled. Chris loved everything - especially the Christmas Pudding. After the great dinner it was time to open the presents which still lying at the foot of the Christmas tree. Of course there were gifts for Chris and even a couple for dear Mrs Briggs - Mrs Holden had quietly taken the labels off two of her presents and placed new labels which said "TO DEAR MRS BRIGGS - WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR FAMILY". At this even the stern Mrs Briggs melted and a tear or two could be seen on her cheeks. The Holdens were so taken with Chris, and he with them, that after the holiday was over they offered to accept him on a permanent basis and not too long afterwards, after all the necessary legalities had been completed, Chris went to live at the Holden’s home. But he never forgot Mrs Briggs and went to see her periodically at which she was very pleased indeed. But what about the poor mother of Chris - Elly ? Well, after leaving her baby at the orphanage she did manage to obtain a live-in position as a scullery maid with a well-to-do family. She was quite happy there but the position was very poorly paid. There was no absolutely no chance of obtaining her own place to live and try to reclaim her little baby who, of course, had now grown up somewhat. The years passed by but there wasn’t a day when she didn’t think about her little boy and wondered how he was faring. Sometimes she retraced her steps on that awful day when she left her small son on the doorstep of the orphanage. She wanted to ring the bell and enquire about her baby; but each time she lost her nerve and walked on. And then one day, quite out of the blue, she was informed that her wealthy aunt had passed away and had left her a legacy of £15,000 in her Will. She was totally astounded and not a little surprised because this aunt had not been especially kind to her when it became known she was pregnant and, like her father, treated her with disdain. Maybe in time she relented, changed her mind, and decided to help her niece after all even if her father wouldn‘t. But most of all Elly was very happy for her first thoughts were that she could now find somewhere to live, reclaim her son, and live happily as a small family. Back then with the average wage around £3-£4 per week one can imagine the value of £15,000 ! Elly felt exceedingly rich. So she made contact with the Orphanage. At first she was rebuffed because the orphanage itself was controlled by a number of regulations - one of these being that they may not reveal the details of any adoption. Mrs Briggs felt exceedingly sorry for Elly and tried to pacify her. But Elly, who rather foolishly had thought that all she need do is to re-claim her son and all would be alright. Elly sought advice and was told the prospects of seeing her son again were bleak. And so Elly returned to the orphanage and threw herself upon the mercy and understanding of Mrs Briggs. Elly pleaded and pleaded with her until something within Mrs Briggs snapped and she just knew at that moment that she would have to help this pathetic young lady. So she went to her desk and wrote a name and address. She then turned to Elly and said "NOW ELLY, YOU KNOW THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME TO DIVULGE WHERE YOUR SON IS NOW. I JUST CANNOT DO IT. IT CANNOT BE DONE. BUT SOMETIMES I AM CARELESS AND LEAVE LITTLE PIECES OF PAPER AROUND - her eyes then went to her desk "I REALLY MUST CURE MYSELF OF THIS HABIT" Elly looked up, saw Mrs Brigg's eyes wander to her desk, and gratefully collected the piece of paper on which, of course, was the Holden family's address. She kissed Mrs Briggs before departing and Mrs Briggs advised her to tread very carefully and with understanding. And so Elly contacted the Holdens, and made an appointment to see them - and little Chris. Mr & Mrs Holden were of course shocked to learn of this development for they had cared for Chris just as if he was their own son. He was now attending a very good private school and the Holdens were giving him every chance to progress in life. But they were nice and understanding people and therefore agreed to meet Elly. The reunion between mother and son was a remarkable and heart warming spectacle to behold. Chris was a little reticent and shy at first, but something attracted him towards his mother. He went to her and she placed both arms around him and smothered him with kisses as only a loving Mum can. Pitifully she pleaded with the Holdens to let her have her son back. Chris, of course was quite bewildered about all of this because although he loved his long lost real mother and took to her very naturally, he also loved the Holdens. His poor little mind was in a turmoil and he was very confused. Problems of this kind are extremely difficult to solve at any time but when they occur between nice and understanding people it is often possible to reach a conclusion which is satisfactory to all concerned And so it was that Elly and the Holdens agreed to share the affections of Chris. Elly succeeded to find a small cosy flat quite near to the Holden's place and some of the time Chris went there and some of the time he spent with the Holdens. It was a very happy arrangement and it worked very well with surprisingly few problems. Chris was a studious little boy, did well at school. When he grew up he attended university and chose medicine as his profession. When he qualified as a doctor Elly, the Holdens, and even dear old Mrs Briggs - now rather old and somewhat infirm - were all there to witness his awards. This is just a Christmas story - but we should all try to remember that such problems and situations do occur. That is part of life. But between nice people, who are understanding and are prepared to see the other's point of view there is always a solution to be found - provided the willingness is there to recognise it. MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY ! [mehr]

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