Publisher: AB Books
This ebook comprises the complete short stories written by French author Guy de Maupassant.
The Gothic horror tradition of film icon Vincent Price is revived in these twisted radio plays that transplant the best of the horror genre into innovative and bizarre landscapes for these unforgettable stories, which include horrific transformations, twisting plots, perversions of science, labyrinthine castles, Gothic dread, surreal revelations, and a little unexpected genre-bending. Now, The Colonial Radio Theatre on the Air in Association with Bluewater Productions brings you Vincent Price Presents - featuring stories of horror and suspense inspired by some of Mr. Price's most famous films, as well as creating new frightening tales with the assistance of his estate. Now .... turn the lights out .... sit back ... and welcome .... to the macabre world of Vincent Price. WITCHFINDER - Based on a story by Mark L Miller In 1635, Matthew Hopkins was one of the most notorious witch hunters in recorded history. But how did he become such a ruthless persecutor of evil? Find out why no one is safe from the wrath of the Witchfinder General in this one-shot prequel to the cult classic film also known as The Conqueror Worm. PAWNS - Based on a story by C Edward SellnerIn an original tale of the macabre, it's a story of heroes, monsters and damsels in distress. But in this tale nothing is quite as it seems... When a young biker comes to the rescue he finds himself caught up in a fight for his life. Can he save the girl? And if so, who will save him?! 'Pawns' is a thrill-a-minute run through the woods! THE GREEN ESTATE - Based on a story by Neal Bailey. It seemed a simple mission: burn the evil house while holding its demons at bay using Erich Zann's violin. But they didn't expect to wake the Great Old Ones. Behold the consequences of a quest for personal revenge in the material world when demons of the next dimension takes notice. DEPRAVED INDIFFERENCE - Based on a story by Paul J. SalamoffSomething has come back for Charlie. It has pulled itself up from the murky depths and its brought death with it. In this terrifying new morality tale from Vincent Price, Charlie and his sister Jillian learn the hard way that sometimes its what you don't do that comes back to haunt you.Show book
Adam Sank, one of the most recognized and accomplished openly gay stand-up comics in the country, is coming to you Live from the Stonewall Inn with his debut album, full of his thoughts on straight guys' balls, Grindr, and more.Show book
Say "Please" and "Thank You!” is an entertaining story/song combination perfect to teach young children the importance of being kind, and saying “Please” and “Thank You!” Adorable illustrations, coupled with an easy to follow “word-for-word” song, will entertain pre-readers and reinforce early literacy skills. Children and parents alike will enjoy reading and singing along to “Say Please and Thank You” over and over again!Show book
The ancient Ninjas in Japan have fueled stories, movies, books and other media to go on and on about the sneaky assassins that terrorized their country. Today, you and I will go in-depth into this topic and find out more about the truth. Some of the stories sound accurate, others have more to it, or are completely false. In a nutshell, this brief book will cover the following topics and more: The most important facts about the Japanese ninjas. Shaolin monks and Japanese pirates. Feudalism compared with European knights. The 7 most famous ninjas. The biggest ninja fight ever in history that took place in 1581. False concepts about ninjas. Daimyo lords in Japan. Ninja training, schools, weapons, and disguises. Educate yourself and figure out where the stories came from, and then connect the dots. This guide will help you along the way.Show book
England’s famous seducer of other men’s wives lays siege to his sister-in-law in the first “battle” of Ayckbourn’s celebrated trilogy The Norman Conquests. In Table Manners, the action occurs in the dining room of Mother’s house, where a conventional middle-class family is attempting to have a pleasant country weekend. But they are no match for Norman, the bane of the family, who horrifies everyone by doing exactly as he likes.An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring:Rosalind Ayres as SarahKenneth Danziger as RegMartin Jarvis as NormanJane Leeves as AnnieChristopher Neame as TomCarolyn Seymour as Ruth.Show book
The life and career of the pioneering writer-director whose name is synonymous with sophisticated screwball comedies. Preston Sturges was known for bringing sophistication and wit to the genre of comedy, establishing himself as one of the most valuable writer-directors in 1940s Hollywood. Today, more than a half century after they were originally produced, his films have lost little of their edge and remain extremely popular. Intrepid Laughter is an essential guide to the life and work of this luminary of the stage and screen, following Sturges from his unusual childhood, to his early success as a Broadway playwright, to his whirlwind career in Hollywood.Show book
