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  Before Insulin - From their pens...

  J Connington

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  The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is J J Connington.

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  A Darker Shade of Noir - New...

  Joyce Carol Oates

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  Joyce Carol Oates assembles an outstanding cast of authors—including Margaret Atwood, Tananarive Due, and Megan Abbott—to explore, subvert, and reinvent one of the most vital subgenres of horror.  
   
  Featuring brand-new stories by: Margaret Atwood, Tananarive Due, Joyce Carol Oates, Megan Abbott, Aimee Bender, Cassandra Khaw, Lisa Lim, Elizabeth Hand, Valerie Martin, Raven Leilani, Sheila Kohler, Joanna Margaret, Lisa Tuttle, Aimee LaBrie, and Yumi Dineen Shiroma. 
   
  While the common belief is that “body horror” as a subgenre of horror fiction dates back to the 1970s, Joyce Carol Oates suggests that Medusa, the snakehaired gorgon in Greek mythology, is the “quintessential emblem of female body horror.” In A Darker Shade of Noir: New Stories of Body Horror by Women Writers, Oates has assembled a spectacular cast to explore this subgenre focusing on distortions to the human body in the most fascinating of ways.

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  Tales Of Ashes and Embers

  Jr. Eli Taff

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  In a world teetering between light and darkness, "Tales of Ashes and Embers" brings together gripping stories of heroes who fall into shadow and villains who seek the spark of redemption. This dark fantasy collection explores the fragile balance between good and evil, with unforgettable characters caught at the crossroads of fate. 
    
  From evil necromancers striving for atonement to just and honorable commanders , each story in this collection pulls you into a world of violence, betrayal, and second chances. Ideal for fans of morally complex fantasy and fast-paced flash fiction, "Tales of Ashes and Embers" will captivate lovers of grimdark, sword and sorcery, and tales of redemption. 
    
  Perfect for readers of George R.R. Martin, Joe Abercrombie, and those who crave epic, yet compact storytelling, these flash fiction stories remind us that even the most tarnished souls can rise again from the ashes.

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  When the Wicked Rest

  Anonyme

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  Felonies and misdemeanors are the cost of doing business for some. 
  Crime doesn’t pay in this collection of short stories set in Eastern Washington. Join an assortment of characters as they relearn the oldest rule about bad behavior. 
  A thief puts his hand in the wrong pocket and finds a horrible secret. A father and son reunite while transporting suspicious cargo. A junkie gets a golden opportunity and struggles to turn his life around. An employee discovers her betrayal doesn’t reap the rewards she had originally hoped. Two homicide detectives investigate the strange murder of a tow truck operator. 
  Revisit the 509 and see some of her citizens in ways you’ve never imagined. 
  When the Wicked Rest is the fourteenth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like fascinating characters in difficult situations, grab this book today.

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  Atomic Power

  John W. Campbell

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  Atomic Power by John W. Campbell is a visionary exploration of nuclear energy's potential and perils. Written by one of the pioneers of science fiction, this work delves into the transformative power of atomic science, examining its implications for humanity's future. Campbell presents a compelling narrative that blends scientific speculation with philosophical inquiry, raising thought-provoking questions about progress, responsibility, and the ethics of harnessing such immense energy. Perfect for fans of classic sci-fi and scientific futurism, this audiobook offers a gripping insight into the early imagination of nuclear technology and its profound impact on society.

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  The Ebony Frame - A Victorian...

  Edith Nesbit

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  A young man’s inheritance includes more than a house when an ebony-framed painting of a beautiful woman starts to exert a strange hold over its new owner. Could this lead to his tragic demise?The Ebony Frame is a standalone enhanced audio tale from the Victorian Anthologies series featuring short stories by classic writers of the spooky, the scary and the supernatural. Guaranteed to give you the shivers, each collection includes familiar and loved creepy tales as well as those less well-known.

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