Publisher: Sheba Blake Publishing
A Tale of Three Lions is a thrilling story from action-adventure master H. Rider Haggard that starts out as an enjoyable father-son outing but then turns into something entirely different . When famed explorer Allan Quatermain tries to teach his son a few life lessons on safari, he gets much more than he bargained for.
The Unparalleled Adventures of One Hans Pfaal by Edgar Allan Poe, narrated by Christopher Mireider, is an extraordinary tale of science fiction and adventure, blending Poe’s gothic style with imaginative exploration. The story follows Hans Pfaal, a daring adventurer who embarks on an unprecedented journey to the moon in a hot air balloon. As Pfaal narrates his fantastic voyage, filled with both mystery and danger, the reader is taken on an imaginative ride through the stars, filled with scientific speculation and elements of the unknown. Christopher Mireider’s narration masterfully captures the sense of wonder and curiosity in Poe’s writing. His voice brings to life the thrill of Pfaal’s adventure while highlighting the underlying tension and eeriness that is signature to Poe’s work. Mireider’s performance immerses listeners in a story that is both whimsical and haunting, combining the excitement of discovery with Poe’s characteristic atmosphere of suspense. Perfect for fans of Edgar Allan Poe, classic science fiction, and adventurous tales, this audiobook offers a unique and captivating blend of 19th-century imagination and gothic mystery. The Unparalleled Adventures of One Hans Pfaal is an essential listen for those who enjoy speculative fiction and the timeless allure of space exploration.Show book
Six has always been a number we group things around – Six of the best, six of one half a dozen of another, six feet under, six pack, six degrees of separation and a sixth sense are but a few of the ways we use this number. Such is its popularity that we thought it is also a very good way of challenging and investigating an author’s work to give width, brevity, humour and depth across six of their very best. In this series we gather together authors whose short stories both rivet the attention and inspire the imagination to visit their gems in a series of six, to roam across an author’s legacy in a few short hours and gain a greater understanding of their writing and, of course, to be lavishly entertained by their ideas, their narrative and their way with words. These stories can be surprising and sometimes at a tangent to what we expected, but each is fully formed and a marvellous adventure into the world and words of a literary master. 1 - Six of the Best - Barry Pain - An Introduction 2 - Barry Pain - An Introduction 3 - The Extermination by Barry Pain 4 - The Diary of a God by Barry Pain 5 - The Act of Heroism by Barry Pain 6 - The Bet by Barry Pain 7 - Murder, from The Memoirs of Constantine Dix by Barry Pain 8 - Post Mortem by Barry PainShow book
A must-listen collection of four bibliomysteries by bestselling and award-winning authors Bibliomysteries Volume 4 includes: ● "Reconciliation Day" by Christopher Fowler ● "Hoodoo Harry" by Joe R. Lansdale ● "The Traitor" by Martin Edwards ● "The Last Honest Horse Thief" by Michael KorytaShow book
Stella Benson was born on the 6th January 1892 in Easthope, Shropshire to parents who were landed gentry. Her early years involved frequent household moves which was difficult for the child as she suffered from ill-health. Some of her early education was spent at schools in Germany and Switzerland and by 10 she had developed a lifelong habit of keeping a diary. In the following years her parents separated, and she rarely saw her father. When she did, he encouraged to pause her writing until she had further experience and could better make sense of the world. When he died, she learned he had been an alcoholic. A winter spent in the West Indies provided material for her first novel ‘I Pose’ published the following year in 1915. During the War years she became involved in the women's suffrage movement and dedicated time outside of writing to support the troops and help the poor. In 1918 she decided to travel spending much time in California, where she also tutored at the University of California, and continued to write. In China she met her future husband and after marrying in London, journeyed with him to his various Custom postings through Nanning, Beihai, and Hong Kong and the Far East. The works continued to flow novels, short stories, travel essays all helped to build a deserved and burgeoning reputation. Although her works are now in the forgotten and neglected department her writing style, characters, and narratives more than capably demonstrate her obvious talents. Stella Benson died of pneumonia on the 7th December 1933, at Hạ Long in the Vietnamese province of Tonkin. She was 40.Show book
Petals that Breathe: Secret Journeys of inadequacies and outcomes that could have been otherwise. These stories bring to life the secret journeys of inadequacies amidst hardships, fun moments, and events that could have been otherwise. Sometimes we are born with inadequacies, or we acquire these due to an untoward event. Most often, this is an unavoidable situation. And we live with these often throughout life. Though the world has evolved in many different areas, there remains a caveat in dealing with a personal crisis. The drawbacks are a social stigma, an identity crisis, the fear of failure, non-acceptance, and other such insecurities. These remain deeply engraved but hardly spoken about and often unacknowledged. There is a dilemma to express, seek advice or solutions for the same. Self-imposed restrictions may lead to self-injury or injuring others. It is high time that people realize their potential and aspirations in fields they can explore, enjoy working in, and channel their energies in the right direction. Also, important that society be more sensitive and accommodating, and rather facilitate a positive thought process and growth. Let’s listen to some such intriguing, and soul-stirring journeys inspired by real-life stories. Do you want to know about the promising young woman who took up a job and could not cope with it? The story of a couple who lived a seemingly good life but had no kids. No one realized what could be the issue until one was brutally murdered. Few stories revolve around the life of doctors and the bitter, sweet, and sour experiences in their routine lives. How they see the innermost crevices of such people, hidden facts, desires, and nuances of life. Did these troubled souls find empathy, reflect within, ask for help, and uplift themselves? What happened exactly? Each situation was so different. Hope you have a good time listening to these thought-provoking stories!Show book
Losing a loved one is hard—losing three is heart shattering. Within less than a year, Josephine has lost the three most important men in her life in two separate accidents. How does one come back from a hurt that grips you so tightly that it's hard to even breathe? When her estranged father leaves a will naming her and her sisters the sole heirs of the inn and restaurant in Oak Harbor, Jo finds herself putting her pride aside and heading back to the one place she'd vowed never to return. Josephine is finally finding her way after being lost for so long, but when secrets that should have been buried start resurfacing, she runs the risk of losing the most important person in her life. She now realizes the life she's hanging onto is about to become shattered into pieces. She's found her footing with her once estranged sisters, but one wrong word is all it could take to topple this fragile bond. Add in a terminally ill mother and you can understand why she's hesitant to give in to the beginning of a new love. Will the loss and fragility of her relationships be too much for Josephine to bear or can she open her heart to an enduring love?Show book
