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My name is Landon Hamilton. I'm the only thing keeping the universe in one piece. I thought fighting angels and demons was a tough gig, but now I'd give anything to go back to the not-that-good, not-so-old days. There's a new game in town, and it's one that's threatening to destroy everything that has ever been created. Oh, and my friends and I are the only ones who can stop it.

Andres Santos of São Paulo was all swinging fists and firecracker fury, a foot soldier in the war between his parents, until he drowned in the Tietê River… and made a bargain with Death for a new life. A year later, his parents have relocated the family to Miami, but their promises of a fresh start quickly dissolve in the summer heat.

A graduate student is drawn into an adventure to another world she never dreamed existed. Deandra discovers things about her past and the person she is destined to become. Impossible fantasies become her new reality as she battles with unseen forces and enemies she has never met. Ultimately, she must choose which fate to embrace. All she wanted was to return to the safety of her previous life until she makes new friends and follows her heart in a different direction.

Welcome to FhCon. An event unlike any other, hosted by ancient and secret masters of fandom. They're insanely happy you're here. Nineteen popular, best-selling, and award-winning authors bring you stories of a convention experience only the Old Gods will make you forget.

Birds, Strangers and Psychos is a thrilling anthology that brings together the biggest names in mystery and crime fiction to pay homage to Alfred Hitchcock, the legendary filmmaker whose name is synonymous with suspense. Acclaimed editor Maxim Jakubowski curates 24 original short stories, each inspired by the mood, tension, and style that defined Hitchcock’s groundbreaking work.

Julie Larimer, a troubled teenage girl with the gift of unrelenting curiosity, teams up with two men twice her age and half a continent apart to solve a peculiar murder.

In a city where every street holds a story and every melody whispers secrets, two lost souls find each other in the most unexpected of places. Damien Rousseau is a world-class pianist, but his music has lost its meaning. Haunted by a scandal that nearly destroyed his career, he plays only for others—never for himself. Ava Sinclair is a fiercely independent art curator, dedicated to crafting exhibitions that stir emotions she refuses to express in her own life.

In the unforgiving heat of the Iraqi desert, where every shadow hides a threat and every dawn feels like a countdown, Sergeant Daniel “Danny” Cole faces battles far beyond the battlefield. Leaving behind the rusted dreams of Clayburn, Kentucky, Danny answers the call to serve—a journey that takes him through the brutal crucible of Basic Training, into the deadly streets of Baqubah, and through the darkest corners of his own soul.

The British Classics Collection – Volume 2 steps into the grand world of 18th, 19th, and 20th-century British literature to create a compelling anthology featuring iconic works that span time and genres. From the whimsy of Alice in Wonderland to the mystery of The Woman in White, the philosophical insights of The Waste Land and the unforgettable detective stories of Sherlock Holme, this volume offers a rich variety of British literary masterpieces.

Step into the quiet English countryside, where serenity hides shadows, and ancient grounds guard forgotten secrets. In M. R. James's chilling tale The Rose Garden, a simple act—planting roses on a peaceful estate—unearths more than just soil. Whispers in the wind, a cursed corner of land, and a long-buried injustice begin to stir. Elegant, eerie, and steeped in the uncanny, this masterfully told ghost story unfolds with James's signature subtlety and scholarly dread.

In the shadowed corners of Barchester Cathedral, a dark and unsettling secret lies hidden, waiting to be uncovered. M. R. James, master of the eerie and the supernatural, weaves a tale of mystery that drips with suspense and an ever-looming sense of dread. The story entangles curiosity with fear as it explores the strange occurrences in a sacred space, offering an atmospheric journey into the unknown. Prepare to be both mesmerized and unnerved by this hauntingly atmospheric tale of forbidden knowledge and the restless dead.

A child's memory, a shadowed path, a glimpse of something that should not be. In A Vignette, M. R. James offers a final brushstroke of quiet terror—intimate, elusive, and disquietingly real. This short, unsettling piece lingers like a half-remembered dream, evoking the moment when the everyday slips into the uncanny. With masterful restraint and emotional undercurrent, James reminds us that the most chilling hauntings are those born in the mind—and never truly forgotten.

On a winter's night, as the old year slips silently into the new, shadows stir in forgotten corners, and the past refuses to rest. In The Experiment, M. R. James once again proves himself a master of quiet horror—where the chill creeps not from the cold, but from something far older, and far less forgiving. Subtle, strange, and unsettling, this is a tale that whispers its secrets, if you dare to listen. Perfect for a solitary listen by candlelight, just as midnight strikes.

The Daily Turnup is your no-nonsense, nonpartisan news podcast that cuts through the noise and delivers the facts. Each episode unpacks the most pressing headlines with clarity, context, and a calm voice you can trust. Whether it’s politics, economics, or world affairs, we break it down without the spin. No agendas—just real news, real fast. If you're tired of extremes and just want the truth, this is your daily dose of sanity.

Almost always when we think of Ghost Stories, we first think of those written by the Victorians. When you consider the depth of literary talent available over the extraordinary length of Queen Victoria’s reign, allied to the fascination with their all things spiritual on ‘the other side’, then perhaps it’s simply right place, right time. Whatever the reasons given or proffered the reality and known facts are that if you want a really good ghost story to bring that edge of chill, that foreboding of dread, then look no further than ‘The Victorian Ghost Story’ for your listening pleasure.

They say he’s a myth...And Hades prefers it that way. He may do all the work, and Zeus may get all the credit, but at least it allows Hades to preserve the one thing he truly cares to have: his solitude. The mere mention of the Wraith of Khaos Falls is enough to keep order, and he is rarely forced to leave the shadows of Casino Asphodel.

In the heart of Paris, where music and art intertwine beneath the glow of the Eiffel Tower, Ava Sinclair walks into a jazz club for nothing more than a quiet drink—but fate has other plans. Across the room sits Damien Rousseau, a world-renowned pianist with a past as dark as the melodies he plays. His music is intoxicating. His gaze? Devastating. When Damien sends Ava a drink, it’s more than an invitation—it’s a challenge.

Beast Hunt invites you to step into the claws, wings, and scales of the creatures humanity has feared for centuries. From mighty dragons to forgotten forest spirits, from mechanical monstrosities to cursed beings of the deep—these are the stories of the unseen, the unheard, and the misunderstood.

Each episode blends sweet and spicy storytelling with dreamy soundscapes, guiding you through erotic reveries that stir the imagination while relaxing the body and mind. Let go of the day and drift into the night—where fantasy and rest collide. Got dirty dreams? Send them to @dirtydreamspodcast on Insta to have them interpreted here!

കണ്ടമ്പററി ന്യൂസ് എന്ന ഇംഗ്ലിഷ് പത്രത്തിലെ എന്റര്‍ടെയ്ന്‍മെന്റ് ഡസ്‌കില്‍ സാഹിത്യവിഭാഗം എഡിറ്റോറിയല്‍ ഹെഡ് ആയ സിദ്ധാര്‍ത്ഥന്‍ യാദൃച്ഛികമായി എക്‌സ് എന്നൊരാള്‍ നടത്തുന്ന എക്‌സ്‌കവേഷന്‍സ് എന്നൊരു ബ്ലോഗ് കാണാനിടയാകുന്നു. അതില്‍ എക്‌സിന് തെരുവില്‍നിന്നു ലഭിച്ച ഡിടിപി ചെയ്ത ചിലനോവല്‍ഭാഗങ്ങള്‍ പ്രസിദ്ധീകരിച്ചിരിക്കുന്നു.ആ ഡിടിപി കോപ്പിയില്‍ ചോരപ്പാടുകളുണ്ടായിരുന്നത്രേ. അത് ഗബ്രിയേല്‍ ജോസഫ് കട്ടക്കാരന്‍ എന്ന ആംഗ്ലോഇന്ത്യന്‍ എഴുത്തുകാരന്റെ ദേശത്തെപ്പറ്റി പറഞ്ഞ ആയിരം നുണകള്‍ എന്ന ഇംഗ്ലിഷ് നോവലിന്റെ മലയാളവിവര്‍ത്തനഭാഗങ്ങളാണെന്ന് സിദ്ധാര്‍ത്ഥന്‍ കണ്ടെത്തുന്നു.