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Weird Tales Magazine, renowned for its chilling narratives, is often synonymous with the likes of H. P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, and Clark Ashton Smith. However, the darkly intriguing world of Weird Tales extends far beyond this all-male club. A myriad of women have offered eerie and macabre tales throughout its history, with the magazine even boasting a female editor from 1940 to 1952. In this podcast, we aim to spotlight these often overlooked female authors whose work has significantly contributed to the Weird Tales universe. In the first of what we hope to be many volumes, we invite ...

Pursued relentlessly by law enforcement, falsely accused of theft and murder by the Eye - the malevolent overlord of the criminal underworld - the BLACK HOOD is also despised by Barbara Sutton, the woman he loves. Only by confronting the lethal onslaught of the Eyes armed henchmen can the BLACK HOOD hope to redeem himself in Barbaras eyes and prove his innocence.

The mysterious murder of John Douglas at Birlstone Manor sets the stage for an intriguing tale, but Sherlock Holmes is more preoccupied with a missing dumbbell from the crime scene. This final novel in the Sherlock Holmes series draws its inspiration from the real-life exploits of the Pennsylvania mob and the fallout from a betrayal many years prior. Join us in uncovering the clues in this thrilling narrative, summarized by Alisson Veldhuis.

Podcasts unite as Marco Rinaldi and Tariq Ashkanani from Page One - The Writer's Podcast and Nadine Matheson from The Conversation get together to chat about the latest news from the publishing world and give their honest and irreverent takes on the stories!New episodes every second MondayBrought to you by STET Podcasts - your one-stop shop for all your writing podcast needs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring the works of John le Carré, each episode looks at a specific novel or an unexplored aspect of his life and work. Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of espionage John le Carré has revealed.

Follow the adventures of Bertie Wooster and his gentleman's gentleman, Jeeves, in this stunning new edition of one of the greatest comic novels in the English language. Bertie must deal with the Market Snodsbury Grammar School prize giving, the broken engagement of his cousin Angela, the wooing of Madeline Bassett by Gussie Fink-Nottle, and the resignation of Anatole, the genius chef. Will he prevail? Only with the aid of Jeeves!

From the Man Booker Prize-winning, New York Times best-selling author of Lincoln in the Bardo, a literary masterclass on how to become both a better writer and reader, on what makes great stories work and what they can tell us about how to live. In A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, George Saunders guides the listener through seven classic Russian short stories he's been teaching for 20 years as a professor in the prestigious Syracuse University graduate MFA creative writing program.

Published posthumously in 1964, A Moveable Feast remains one of Ernest Hemingway's most beloved works. It is his classic memoir of Paris in the 1920s, filled with irreverent portraits of other expatriate luminaries such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Gertrude Stein; tender memories of his first wife, Hadley; and insightful recollections of his own early experiments with his craft.

Have you ever read a smutty book and NEEDED to dish to your friend about it? That's exactly what Charlotte, Shelby and Jena will be doing! Riley is a total smut virgin and the rest of us are absolute aficionados. Come hang out with us while we divulge the most sordid details of the most bonkers books we could find! ITS TIME TO SMUT UP AND LISTEN!!!

Set in the fictional South American country of Costaguana, Nostromo explores the volatile politics and crippling greed surrounding the San Tomé silver mine. The story of power, love, revolutions, loyalty and reward is told with richly evocative description and brilliantly realised characters. But Nostromo is more than an adventure story; it is also a profoundly dark moral fable. Its language is as compellingly resonant as the sea itself; the characters absorbing and complex.

Three friends read and react to the greatest story you've never heard — the Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien. This is a book everyone should read, but it can be intimidating. Go on a journey with us: witness the creation of Tolkien's universe, meet the villain who's bigger and badder than Sauron, and hear a love story that will leave you in tears. We are not experts, we're just fans like you. And we're having a blast going through this masterpiece of fiction, 15 minutes at a time. Grab a cup of tea or your favorite scotch (or your steering wheel!) and join us each week!

In this 10-week podcast, author Jen Wilkin shares basic strategies, practical tips, and helpful encouragement for Bible study that transforms both the mind and the heart.

This classic personal time-management book, originally published in 1908, has inspired generations of men and women to live deliberate lives. Not just another collection of timesaving tips, this book is more of a challenge to leave behind mundane everyday concerns, focus on pursuing one's true desires, and live the fullest possible life. Reflection, concentration, and study techniques make it easier to accomplish more truly rewarding undertakings than anyone ever dreamed possible.

For two millennia, Christians have looked forward to the end, haunted by the apocalyptic visions of the Biblical books of Daniel and Revelation. But for two centuries or more, these dark fantasies have given way to secular stories of how the world, our planet, or our species (or all of the above) might come to an end.

The creation of the Oxford English Dictionary was a remarkable achievement, and a story of determination, hard work and inspired research. Simon Winchester, with his characteristic gift for bringing history to life, charts the fascinating life of the OED leading up to the appointment of the first editor, James Murray, in 1879, through to the OED's triumphant publication in 1928 and beyond. The Meaning of Everything is a must for anyone with an interest in language and words.

Aristotle was a Greek philosopher and polymath during the Classical period in Ancient Greece. His writings cover many subjects including physics, biology, zoology, metaphysics, logic, ethics, aesthetics, poetry, theatre, music, rhetoric, psychology, linguistics, economics, politics and government.

Allworld Online is a reader-driven web serial created and read by science fiction and fantasy author Lindsey Sparks. ALLWORLD ONLINE is an endless and abundant virtual world, programmed with playable and interactive versions of almost every video game, movie, TV show, and book ever created. SEASON 1 (Pride & Prejudice) The virtual world of Austentopia is every Jane Austen fan’s dream...until it becomes a nightmare.

The Jungle Book is the story about Mowgli, the man-cub, who was raised by a pack of wolves, taught by a soft-spoken yet firm black panther Bagheera, and a happy-go-lucky bear Balloo. With his wolf brothers and friends like the Elephants, Python, Kite, Porcupine, and many others, he goes through many adventures in the jungles. He also had an enemy, a roaring and cunning tiger named Sher Khan who had his eyes on him since he was an infant. During his life, Mowgli learns various lessons, like who to trust and who not to, and the biggest one is to face his fears and never back away. Listen in to ...

"Ikigai" is a Japanese term that refers to one's sense of purpose and meaning in life. The Ikigai Podcast explores the concept of ikigai and how individuals can discover and pursue their own ikigai. Listeners can expect to gain insight and inspiration from the diverse perspectives and experiences shared in the book, as well as practical tips and strategies for living a more purposeful and meaningful life. Welcome to Zlozie, the podcast channel that brings you audiobook summaries of the best self-help books out there.

The Sign of the Four is a thrilling mystery that plunges Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson into a tangled web of stolen treasure, murder, and betrayal. When Mary Morstan seeks their help in solving the mystery of her father’s disappearance and a strange inheritance, the case leads them to dark secrets from colonial India and a deadly pact between convicts. This gripping detective novel also deepens Holmes’ character, revealing his reliance on drugs and introducing Watson’s future wife. A must-read for mystery lovers!