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Join book besties, Con and Lauren, along with their gamer husbands, Jon and Kyle, for book club discussions as they dive into popular fantasy series and share reactions, conversations, theories, and laughs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decent people, complicated pasts, and a secret hiding in plain sight.

T.S. Eliot's - Four Quartets consist of four interlinked meditations (“Burnt Norton,” “East Coker,” “The Dry Salvages,” and “Little Gidding”) with a common theme of man’s relationship with time, the universe, and the divine. Note: Please listen on headphones (if possible)

I've been finding old stories and re-telling them as podcast episodes since 2015. They used to be all over the place, now they're all here (or will be, as I find time to add them). My goal has always been, simply, to catalogue these stories so that they don't get lost. I don't always get the pronunciations right, and the quality of the audio will vary as my skills as an audio engineer varied over the 6-years I've been collecting and retelling these stories. In total there are over 200. Keep your eye on the feed, I'll bulk upload as I find the time to do so.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Deepen your insight into and appreciation for the writings J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis as you explore the untold story of how the First World War shaped their lives, faith, and writings. Had there been no Great War, there would have been no Hobbit, no Lord of the...

The Count of Monte Cristo is an adventure novel by French author Alexandre Dumas, completed in 1844.

The literary podcast that has been giving new life to old books since 2015. For show notes visit backlisted.fm and get an extra two shows a month by supporting the pod at patreon.com/backlisted

Supernatural fantasy audiobook! She's a demon-born half-angel sent to the academy to infiltrate the angels and betray them.She doesn't count on falling in love with one.Now she has a choice: fulfill her mission or reject her heritage.Either one will change the course of her life. And maybe of the world.Welcome to Guardian Angel Academy.Year 1: Renegade is the first book in an exciting paranormal angel academy series with a slow burn enemies-to-lovers romance. Perfect for fans of Supernatural and Harry Potter!

Rilla of Ingleside, by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Anne of Green Gables is all grown up and married, and this is the story of her daughter “Rilla”, named for the indomitable Marilla Cuthbert of Anne’s childhood. The young Rilla will need all her strength for the dark days ahead, as her coming of age will be in the midst of World War I. Her brothers and sweetheart will go to war, and not all of them will come back. Her sisters will become nurses, but Rilla herself is too young. What can she do back home to support the war effort? How can she be involved in doing good in her own backyard? What ...

Celtic mythology, Arthurian romance, and an intriguing interpretation of British history - these are just some of the themes embraced by the anonymous authors of the eleven tales that make up the Welsh medieval masterpiece known as The Mabinogion. They tell of Gwydion the shape-shifter, who can create a woman out of flowers; of Math the magician whose feet must lie in the lap of a virgin; of hanging a pregnant mouse and hunting a magical boar.

Buy the book on Amazon : https://amzn.to/3HOxnF7A #1 New York Times bestseller, Wall Street Journal Best Book of the Year, and soon to be a major motion picture, this unforgettable novel of love and strength in the face of war has enthralled a generation.France, 1939 - In the quiet village of Carriveau, Vianne Mauriac says goodbye to her husband, Antoine, as he heads for the Front. She doesn't believe that the Nazis will invade France … but invade they do, in droves of marching soldiers, in caravans of trucks and tanks, in planes that fill the skies and drop bombs upon the innocent. When a ...

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler comes a tale of murder, madness, and an unspeakable evil lurking beneath the streets of San Francisco. San Francisco homicide inspector Bryan Clauser is losing his mind. How else to explain his dreams, dreams that mirror — with impossible accuracy — gruesome murders drenching the city in blood? How else to explain the feelings these dreams provoke in him? Not disgust, not horror, but excitement. As Bryan and his longtime partner Pookie' Chang investigate the killings, they learn that things are even stranger than they initially seem. ...

Welcome to Bookmarked by Reese’s Book Club — the podcast where great stories, bold women, and irresistible conversations collide! Hosted by award-winning journalist Danielle Robay, each week new episodes balance thoughtful literary insight with the fervor of buzzy book trends, pop culture and more. Bookmarked brings together celebrities, tastemakers, influencers and authors from Reese's Book Club and beyond to share stories that transcend the page. Pull up a chair. You’re not just listening — you’re part of the conversation. Follow Reese’s Book Club on Apple Books and never miss ...

This selection of essays by Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) demonstrate the varied power of his genius. Compiled from his lecture tours, newspaper articles, essays and epigrams, these writings show that beneath his trademark wit and love of paradox, Oscar Wilde was an original and remarkably modern writer.

Batman is one of the most compelling and enduring characters to come from the Golden Age of Comics, and interest in his story has only increased through countless incarnations since his first appearance in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. Why does this superhero without superpowers fascinate us? What does that fascination say about us? Batman and Psychology explores these and other intriguing questions about the masked vigilante.

The podcast celebrating reading, writing and creating literature. Join your host Ky Garvey as she chats with readers, writers, illustrators & all types of creators of books and stories. Be inspired to read, write, create, ignite!

Would you risk it all on a new planet, for the chance to meet your perfect mate?Embark on the Journey of a Lifetime in Under Violet Suns – A New Audiobook Podcast!In Season 1 Heart Fire, Rose Mackie takes listeners on an epic journey to Colony Twenty-Nine, where two worlds collide on the edge of explored space. Follow Denara Pasal, a skilled healer with a tumultuous past, as she risks everything to build a new life on an untamed planet. Heart Fire is a story of love and survival—it's about forging connections, bridging cultures, and discovering unexpected love and friendship in the most ...

Finally sort out who’s who in Greek mythology—from gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and everyone in between! Greek mythology continues to appear in popular movies and books today but have you ever wondered about where these characters started out? Discover the origins of your favorite...

دایی جان ناپلئون رمانی طنز در گونهٔ داستان بلوغ از ایرج پزشکزاد است که سالِ ۱۳۴۹ منتشر شد. این رمان که از پرفروش‌ترین کتاب‌های ایرانی‌ست، با لحنی طنز تیپ‌های شخصیت‌های جامعهٔ ایرانی را به ریشخند می‌گیرد.با روایت ناصر زراعتی Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Immerse yourself in a captivating journey with the audiobook "The Blue Castle" by Lucy Maud Montgomery. This enchanting narrative transports you to a world of romance, mystery, and transformation. Discover a bold heroine breaking free from societal expectations to embrace love, self-discovery, and independence. Expertly narrated, this timeless classic offers rich character development and immersive storytelling, perfect for listeners seeking an escape into a magical, liberating adventure. Experience the power of change and the beauty of life well-lived. Summary from Audiobook Haven