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Bright red colour, flickered from a stick of cigarette he gently smoked. Ash followed ash in the same direction, making a fine sprinkle on the sandy ground. His slim body, well tucked into the chair. He was calm. I didn’t know if he was thinking. His head was up, starring at the cloud of…..
**All 6 books (72 short stories) now in one bumper binge-worthy edition.** If you're a fan of Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery" or Roald Dahl's short stories, you'll love these addictive and unsettling stories with a twist in the tale. Light horror meets psychological suspense in these deliciously bite-sized tales. Perfect for life's in-between moments, or staying up late bingeing them all. ESCAPE A suicidal baby knows he was born into the wrong life. He has to get creative to correct the mistake, much to his mother's horror. THE ITCH An intense, uncontrollable, unexplainable itch lands the protagonist in a mental institution. BRIDGE GATE In this poignant and charming short story, a daughter yearns to connect with her absent father through the letters they exchange. She's not put off by his pedantic corrections of her writing, despite the slow reveal that he is less than perfect himself. THE UNSUSPECTING GOLD-DIGGER A woman gradually poisons her husband so that she doesn't have to break his heart. *** ★★★★★ "Lawrence makes every word count, telling each story with elegance and emotional punch.” — Patsy Hennessey ★★★★★ "JT Lawrence is the queen of short stories." — Dora Bona ★★★★★ "Each story is masterfully constructed ... Humorous, touching, creepy, but most of all entertaining, this collection is superb." — Tracy Michelle Anderson *** If you're a fan of Roald Dahl or Gillian Flynn, you'll love these unsettling stories with a twist in the tale. Are you ready to stay up all night with USA Today bestselling author JT Lawrence? Click now to start reading. "Sticky Fingers" has been translated into German, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Hindi.Mostra libro
"The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" is an 1865 short story by Mark Twain. It was his first great success as a writer and brought him national attention. The story has also been published as "Jim Smiley and His Jumping Frog" (its original title) and "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County". In it, the narrator retells a story he heard from a bartender, Simon Wheeler, at the Angels Hotel in Angels Camp, California, about the gambler Jim Smiley. Jim loves to gamble and will offer to bet on anything and everything, from horse races to dogfights, to the health of the local parson's wife. He catches a frog, whom he names Dan'l Webster, and spends three months training it to jump. When a stranger visits the camp, Jim shows off Dan'l and offers to bet $40 that it can out-jump any other frog in Calaveras County...Mostra libro
Leslie Harrison Lambert was born on 11th November 1883 in Nottingham. After attending Rugby School he trained to be a surveyor. One of his passions was magic and such was his prowess that he joined The Magic Circle, and performed at society events. By the beginning of World War I he was an amateur radio ham and volunteered to work at a coastguard station in Norfolk to intercept German radio transmissions. By November 1914 he was with the Admiralty at Naval Intelligence Room 40. By 1919 this had become part of the new Government Code and Cypher School. He was still there as World War II erupted across Europe and with many of his colleagues he transferred to Bletchley Park. There, in Hut 8, he was quoted as saying that "in contrast to his outrageously unconventional stories" that he led his life on "a monotonously regular timetable". Life outside the Intelligence services was very different. He married but the couple had no children. They lived at Holland Park with a second home at Potter Heigham for sailing on the Norfolk Broads. Other interests were as an amateur radio operator, using the call sign G2ST, and an authority on food and wine. He contacted the BBC to suggest he might tell one of his own short stories on the radio. Thus was born A J Alan, and his broadcast of ‘My Adventure in Jermyn Street’, on New Year’s Eve, 1924. It was an immediate success and although he only broadcast a handful of times a year he was one of the most popular radio personalities of the time. He spent weeks working on each short story, honing his conversational style, making his stories seem like anecdotes that had peculiarly happened to him. A live broadcast was, in fact, a performance. He used cards to avoid any rustling noises and kept a candle lit in case the lights failed. His attire was a dinner jacket with eye glass, and a slim black briefcase. Many of his stories were subsequently printed in newspapers and magazines. By 1937 his health had deteriorated, and he reduced his radio work making his last broadcast on 21st March 1940. A J Alan died on 13th December 1941. 01 - A J Alan - A Short Story Collection - An Introduction 02 - My Adventure In Jermyn Street by A J Alan 03 - The Hair by A J Alan 04 - My Adventure in Norfolk by A J Alan 05 - The Diver by A J Alan 06 - The 19 Club by A J AlanMostra libro
Katharine Tynan was born on 23rd January 1859 into a large family in Clondalkin, County Dublin. The family business was cattle rearing and the farmhouse, set with the mountains for a backdrop, was a wonderful world for a young mind to learn and imagine. She was educated at the convent school, St Catherine of Sienna, in Drogheda. A stubborn streak inhibited her ability to learn as easily as the school wished. However she did learn on her own terms and soon began to take her ‘forbidden literature’, hidden in her clothing, to her loft in a stable hideaway. Until she turned seventeen nothing appeared to point to a literary career. But some verse printed in a Dublin newspaper changed everything. It led to a sonnet being printed in the Spectator. Thereafter the Graphic published several others and even paid a half guinea for the privilege. In 1884 Katharine dispatched herself to London and made an abiding friendship in Alice Meynell. Alice was an established poet and helped, with her husband Wilfred, to publish many poets. The following year it was arranged for the publication of her first poetry volume, ‘Louise de la Vallière’. She formed valuable friendships with the poets Gerard Manley Hopkins, William Butler Yeats and later Francis Ledwidge. As she gathered friends and contacts into her life her literary output began to gather pace. Katharine had begun to write prose for the Speaker and for the Scots and National Observer. In 1892 she married Henry Albert Hinkson, a fellow writer and a barrister. They moved to England and had five children although two were to tragically die in infancy. By now her output was prolific and ranged from poetry to novels to short stories. It would later include a biography and further extend to editing and reviewing. In 1912 the family returned to Claremorris, County Mayo, when her husband was appointed magistrate, a post he held until his early death in 1919. Tynan is sometimes grouped amongst the War Poets of the First World War. Her experience was not direct but as a Mother with one son serving in France and another in Palestine, the emotions, fears and doubts are expressed in a beautiful and heart-felt way. Involved in the Irish Literary Revival, Tynan expressed concern for feminist causes, the poor, and the effects of World War I in her work. She also meditated on her Catholic faith. She is said to have written over 100 novels, 12 collections of short stories, plays and many volumes of enduring poetry as well as five volumes of autobiography. Katharine Tynan Hinkson died at age 72 on 2nd April 1931 in London and is buried in Kensal Green Cemetery.Mostra libro
A handpicked crew of dykes board the Caledonian Sleeper bound for Glasgow. A couple wrestle with gender roles when their flat inventory includes a brand new baby. A young man's world expands with possibility in Barcelona, while lust mingles with faith and celebrity in verse. Curious and provocative, sometimes domestic, sometimes otherworldly, this collection of stories, poems and memoir provides a snapshot of Scotland's queer community and LGBTI+ writing scene, and captures the variety of experiences that bind our community together. The full Fierce Salvage line-up is: Adi Novak, Alyson Kissner, AW Earl, Cal Bannerman, Carrie Marshall, Ciara Maguire, Colin Herd, Colin McGuire, Elspeth Wilson, Ely Percy, Etzali Hernandez, Eve Brandon, Fraser Currie, Hannah Nicholson, Heather Parry, Jane Flett, Lakshmi Ajay, Len Lukowski, Mae Diansangu, Matthew Kinlin, Niamh Ní Mhaoileoin, Paul Brownsey, Pernina Jacobs, Rhys Pearse, River McAskill, Robbie MacLeoid, Ross McFarlane, Samuel Goldie, Shane Strachan, Shola von Reinhold, Shona Floate, Suki Hollywood, Titilayo FarukuoyeMostra libro
Get into the holiday spirit with the timeless classic "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, now available as a heartwarming audiobook. In this beloved tale, listeners will follow the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man who discovers the true meaning of Christmas through a series of ghostly visits. As listeners immerse themselves in Dickens' rich storytelling, they'll be swept away by the magic of Christmas past, present, and future. From the iconic characters of Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim to the haunting specters of Marley's ghost and the spirits of Christmas, "A Christmas Carol" offers a captivating blend of festive cheer and profound wisdom. Perfect for listeners of all ages, this audiobook is a timeless reminder of the importance of kindness, compassion, and the joy of giving. Whether you're celebrating the holiday season or simply seeking a heartwarming story to uplift your spirits, "A Christmas Carol" promises to warm your heart and leave you filled with the spirit of Christmas. So, if you're ready to experience the magic of the holiday season, start listening to "A Christmas Carol" today and rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. Start Listening to "A Christmas Carol" today!Mostra libro
