Publisher: Tales of Terror
A plot twist is a literary technique that introduces a radical change in the direction or expected outcome of the plot in a work of fiction. In this edition of Trends of Terror, film critic Steve Hutchison reviews 106 horror and horror-adjacent movies with big plot twists and ranks them. How many have you seen?
Dick Foth can’t stop telling stories. He's been making sense of life through story since he first realized words could become sentences. Now, after eight decades, friends have finally convinced Foth to record the stories he loves to tell in the way he loves to tell them: to a live audience. Stories I Love to Tell became a reality one evening at the Capital Turnaround in Washington, D.C.—a setting for some of Foth’s greatest adventures. And now you are invited into the audience, to find reasons for hope, courage to face hard things, and stories that bring us back together. Our brains are wired for and by story. Memories live in stories; relationships flourish there; identity is shaped there. Values ripen, and belonging is found across generations—around campfires and dinner tables—when moments turn into stories.Why listen to someone else’s stories? If it’s true that every human being somehow reflects God—and Foth believes it is—then maybe stories are the mirrors between every family, tribe, and person on planet Earth. In other words, it’s our stories that give our relationships a chance.Foth especially loves childhood stories, “because when I tell a story from my childhood, it reveals who I am. It is the lens through which I see my world.” As you listen to Stories I Love to Tell, you will see your own world more clearly. You will find yourself thinking, dreaming, and even feeling like a child again. There will be greater heroes to follow, deeper joys to discover, and even more of yourself to see. Foth’s low, kind, and rumbling voice constantly reminds us of the people who care for us, cheer us on, and—almost without our knowing it—become the heroes of the stories we, too, will love to tell. Enjoy!Show book
This practical, empowering guide provides performers and creatives with a toolkit of techniques to improve, manage and maintain good emotional wellbeing – helping you navigate and overcome the pressures and demands of a career in the arts. Inside, you'll find key, evidence-based concepts and ideas about emotional health, as well as the benefits of taking a holistic approach to your brain, imagination and body. There are dozens of creative exercises and meditations to help you build resilience, develop your emotional intelligence, reframe negative thoughts, stay motivated, and embrace change when it comes. You'll also discover strategies for tackling auditions, preparing for performances and coping with periods of unemployment, plus guidance on creating your own personalised emotional health plan. Invaluable for anyone working in the creative industries, this book will equip you to assume responsibility for your own emotional wellbeing, and pursue your passion whilst still enjoying a life of fulfilment and satisfaction. The Compact Guides are pocket-sized introductions for actors and theatremakers, each tackling a key topic in a clear and comprehensive way. Written by industry professionals with extensive hands-on experience of their subject, they provide you with maximum information in minimum time. Andy Barker, Brian Cooley and Beth Wood have all worked in the arts in various roles, including as actors, writers, directors and stage managers. Together, Andy and Brian run Mind Fitness, an organisation dedicated to developing mental health and wellbeing and business effectiveness, and Beth is Artistic Director of Prospero Theatre Company.Show book
Mindful Sundar is a visionary in the field of human experience and service design, boasting over 25 years of expertise. His passion for sustainable living is not only evident in his professional endeavors but also deeply ingrained in his personal philosophy. As the author of “Shepherd’s Guide to Prosperity,” Sundar offers insights into achieving holistic success while balancing environmental and societal responsibilities. Central to his teachings is the SPHERE Framework™, a comprehensive tool designed to empower individuals and organizations to implement meaningful change. By integrating systems thinking, Sundar inspires a transformative approach to living sustainably, encouraging a harmonious relationship between humanity and the planet.Show book
Domi, a suburban wanker, joins a street marketing company. There, he has a genius idea that will make a mess without limits. If you are curious of French underground culture, graffiti, slang, riots, art & revolution, this is your book. "I was in a school called "bourgeois". And in the said school, I was automatically excluded by the associations of young rich white Parisians who had the art of intrigue and treachery in their blood. And all this beautiful world looked at each other in the white of the eye while rolling cigarettes and saying to themselves: "What the fuck am I doing here? Big, big doubt about the merits of decentralization. At least it kept me from getting up at noon, a bit like a civil servant reassured not to be unemployed..."Show book
Unlock the power of inner peace and emotional wellness with practical, life-changing techniques designed to guide you toward a more stress-free lifestyle. Whether you're looking to calm your mind, restore balance, or rejuvenate your mental focus, this book offers a holistic approach to total well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become all too common. Discover effective strategies for total relaxation and mental ease through simple, yet powerful practices that can be easily incorporated into your daily routine. These methods are carefully curated to help you find the calm you need to thrive, both mentally and emotionally. From personal calm to mind revitalization, you’ll explore mind-body wellness practices that promote emotional balance and mental rejuvenation. The book covers a wide range of restorative techniques for mental health, offering readers a fresh perspective on how to achieve peace and clarity in their daily lives. Designed for anyone seeking to enhance their personal well-being, this guide provides actionable steps for reducing stress, improving focus, and achieving inner restoration. Whether you're dealing with the pressures of work, personal challenges, or simply looking to improve your emotional stability, these techniques will lead you on a journey toward lasting mental and emotional wellness. Take the first step towards a holistic lifestyle that supports your mind and body. Embrace these pathways to personal calm and begin the transformation toward a more peaceful, centered life today.Show book
In this book, Stefan Zweig traces 12 fateful events of world history in his unique artistic style: from the capture of the Byzantine capital of Constantinople by the Turks, to the Battle of Waterloo to Sir Robert Falcon Scott's tragic South Pole expedition. The human character and sometimes simple fate are decisive historic factors that have led to dramatic and lasting changes in the past. Often short, coincidental and highly dramatic moments have the potential to change the future of mankind in a decisive manner – the so called ‘Great Moments of Humanity’. The original book has been published in 1927. “Sternstunden der Menschheit”. The audiobook is based on a new translation from 2021 by Philip Knüppel.Show book
