Editora: Bu Classics Books
Feel the crushing weight of loneliness in this evocative story of a shipwrecked immigrant who remains a perpetual stranger in a community that cannot understand his heart.
Some Adventures Begin and End Small Life after the Apocalypse is one daily grind after another. It's a good thing for Wendy that she's got friends. A lot of friends as a fairy summoner. But life in Exeter is not easy, even for a summoner and the grind of daily jobs and never-ending quests is getting to her. She's got one shot at getting a place for her own, a place of safety and maybe getting ahead. But it'll require Wendy to do the one thing she swore she'd never do again. Fight monsters. This is a short in the System Apocalypse universe, featuring a new character in Exeter, UK.Ver livro
Step into the dark and foreboding world of Edgar Allan Poe’s Metzengerstein, a gothic tale filled with vengeance, mystery, and the supernatural. In this chilling story, an age-old feud between two powerful families takes a terrifying turn as a young Baron becomes obsessed with a spectral horse and a series of ominous events begins to unfold. As fire, revenge, and fate collide, the line between reality and the supernatural blurs in a tale that only Poe could craft. Narrated by Christopher Mireider, this audiobook captures the haunting and suspenseful essence of Poe’s writing. Mireider’s voice brings the tension and dread of the story to life, immersing listeners in the eerie and atmospheric world of Metzengerstein. His performance adds depth to Poe’s masterful storytelling, making for an unforgettable listening experience. Perfect for fans of gothic literature and classic horror, Metzengerstein delves into the themes of doom, obsession, and the unrelenting power of fate. Prepare to be captivated by this dark tale that showcases Poe’s unparalleled ability to evoke fear and wonder in equal measure.Ver livro
Helen de Guerry Simpson was born in Sydney, Australia on the 1st December 1897. As a 17 year old she was sent to France and then on to Oxford, England to complete her education. Whilst there she founded the Oxford Women's Dramatic Society. She was sent down in 1921 apparently for breaking regulations prohibiting men and women students from acting together. Her early work of poems, plays, a novel and a collection of short stories found little commercial success. It was only with ‘Boomerang’ in 1932 that her success was established. Helen continued to write across the genres and by now had become intensely interested in politics. She was selected to run by the Liberals for the Isle of Wight parliamentary seat in the expected General Election of 39 or 40. Sadly this coincided with the rapid onset of cancer and her health very quickly deteriorated. Helen Simpson died in Worcestershire, England on the 14th October 1940. She was 42. In ‘Young Magic’ a young girl has definite supernatural abilities which she attempts to control. Years later when she returns home and begins a relationship those abilities begin to reappear in a more sinister form.Ver livro
Prescient and idiosyncratic stories about the cost and joys of caretaking from a "sharp-witted, ravishing" (New York Times) writer. These stunning stories, steeped in dark humor, startle and dismay, and introduce us to a cast of eccentric and wholly believable characters. Unexpected encounters confine and define the lives of strangers, while parents and partners navigate blended families and modern love: An older woman tells her waitress that she once left a newborn on church steps. A motel housekeeper makes a radical proposal to a guest. A teenager grapples with atheism and grief and eBay. A mother's world is disrupted and recharged after a neighborhood man gives her young daughter a telescope. Strange, heartfelt, sly, and wryly funny, Sarah Braunstein's stories ask us to confront the ways we try to make sense of our lives―and what happens when we escape from these preconceptions.Ver livro
"The Elk" by Saki is a short story that revolves around the character of Mrs. Thropplestance, a wealthy and domineering old woman known for her obstinacy and disdain for others. Living in the county of Woldshire, she is notorious for her harsh treatment of those around her, including her servants and tenants. The narrative unfolds as Mrs. Thropplestance decides to host a grand dinner party, intending to impress her guests with a lavish display of wealth and power. However, her plans are thwarted when she becomes embroiled in a confrontation with a local poacher who has been hunting on her land. The poacher's defiance and the ensuing chaos lead to unexpected consequences, ultimately challenging Mrs. Thropplestance's authority.Ver livro
More classic horror narrations on Jonathan Dunne Horror Stories & Audiobooks: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathanDunneHorrorAudiobooks Title: Dracula – Chapter 12: The Bloofer Lady Subtitle: A Chapter-by-Chapter Reading of Bram Stoker’s Classic Series Name: Dracula (Chapter-by-Chapter Reading) Series Entry: 12 Description: In this chapter, the terrible consequences of Lucy Westenra’s mysterious illness begin to reveal themselves in horrifying form. Newspaper reports tell of children lured away at night by a beautiful “Bloofer Lady,” only to be found later with strange wounds upon their throats. The reports stir unease, but for Professor Van Helsing and Dr. John Seward, the truth is far more dreadful. Van Helsing, now certain of the vampire’s work, resolves to act. With grim determination, he leads Seward to Lucy’s tomb, where death has not brought rest. What they witness confirms their darkest suspicions: Lucy walks again, transformed into something both alluring and monstrous. The woman they sought to save has become a predator of the innocent. As grief turns to grim necessity, Van Helsing prepares Seward for the grim task ahead. Science yields to ancient knowledge, and sentiment must bow before duty. Chapter 12 marks a chilling turning point in Dracula, as the horror steps fully into the light and the battle against the undead truly begins. This is Chapter 12 of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, narrated by Amazon-bestselling horror author Jonathan Dunne, part of a complete chapter-by-chapter audiobook presentation of this enduring Gothic masterpiece. 📖 Public domain text. Original publication: 1897.Ver livro
