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A joyful mix of chat, original comedy sketches & interviews with interesting people, produced & presented by Esther Stanford & Susie Riddell (BBC Radio 4 ’The Archers’). Limited Time Only is the podcast for anyone who feels there aren’t enough hours in their life. A pick-me-up in podcast form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a show about connections. Connections to your self, your spirit, your feelings and your story. One of the most powerful healing tools we have is our connections. Connect to your intuition and explore your AHA moments. Discover how we get in our own way and how we can overcome obstacles to move on. How we think, what we think, what we believe, and our attitudes define how we experience our life. The fascinating idea that we shape our reality to what we believe it should be, in our minds. How we connect to our families, our aging family members and slowly we become caregivers, not ...

This is the Techcess technology and IT support podcast, where we unravel today's pressing tech dilemmas facing businesses. From cybersecurity threats to the big switch-off impacting the UK, join us weekly as we dissect complex tech topics, making them digestible for every business owner. Stay ahead of the curve with insights from industry experts, riveting discussions, and a sprinkle of tech humor. Follow the show now and equip your business with the tech knowledge it craves! New episodes are released every Wednesday.

Ten years ago, when I was eight, a raven rescued me from a 50-foot plunge and a life of abuse. For years, the same bird stayed at my side like a best friend and protector. There was something special about him, but I had no idea just how unique he was until I found him in my room one night--in human form and irresistible. His secret comes with a price, though. Am I willing to pay?

These eerie tales include "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" by Edgar Allan Poe, "The Adventure of Silver Blaze" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, "The Old House On Vauxhall Walk" by Charlotte Riddle, "Levison's Victim" by Mary Braddon, and "The Woman With the Yellow Hair" by Anonymous.

Seven contrasting short stories, all set at Christmastime: 'Mr. Huffam' by Hugh Walpole, 'A Strange Christmas Game' by J. H. Riddell, 'The Christmas Tree and the Wedding' by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, 'The Snow' by Hugh Walpole, 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry, 'The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle' by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, 'The Cop and the Anthem' by O. Henry.

Charlotte Riddell (1832-1906), who wrote as Mrs J. H. Riddel, was one of the most popular and influential writers of the Victorian period. 'A Strange Christmas Game' is a brilliantly constructed ghost story with a strange twist at the end.

First appearing in 1882, this collection by Mrs. J.H. Riddell established her as a leading Victorian author of supernatural fiction. She achieved her effect by using commonplace settings into which the horrors crept.

A fantastic new adventure in the world of the Edge Chronicles. These exciting new tales are ideal for those new to the Edge, or as an addition to the collection of any fan.

They feature tales from each of the Edge trilogies: one from the time of Twig, hero of Beyond the Deepwoods; one from the time of Quint, Twig's father and hero of Clash of the Sky Galleons; and one from the time of Rook, Twig's grandson.

Barnaby Grimes is a tick-tock lad, high-stacking his way across the rooftops of his city in search of adventure and mystery. In each tale, he encounters a supernatural force and must battle the horrors that await him.

Two tales from the golden age of supernatural fiction.

Step into the intriguing world of River Hall, a beautifully furnished Victorian home nestled in a trendy neighborhood. This charming residence comes with an unusual catch its former owner, though deceased, still lingers within its walls. For a young, ambitious law clerk, moving into this seemingly uninhabitable house is more than just a peculiar living arrangement‚its a strategic move in a high-stakes legal battle. Will the presence of the past help him secure victory? Discover the allure of this Victorian gem, where the line between the living and the dead blurs! - Summary by Brian Fullen

Dive into a world of enchanting stories that blur the lines between mystery and the supernatural. Written by an Irish-born author with a penchant for the eerie, these tales weave fiction with haunting conclusions, leaving readers with a delightful chill. (Summary by April Reynolds)

Fifty short stories by women writers who broke the mould.

For the woman who’s built the brand, the business, the life… but still feels the quiet ache for more. More truth, presence and WAY more heart & soul. Sacred, Wild & Paid is where full expression meets real success. Where you stop performing and start feeling again, where adopted strategy takes a back seat to embodiment and where your business, offers, motherhood, leadership and love finally get to feel like YOU. Hosted by Leah Riddell, Mentor, Mother & Activator. This is the podcast for women done with curated perfection and ready to live, lead, and get paid from their truth. No fluff or ...

Tilly Morgan and her four-legged companion, Kodiak, are trying to survive an alien arrival. Two years ago, the unearthly visitors unleashed devastation--a worldwide EMP followed by a deadly virus that wiped out more than half of humanity. Traversing the lonely landscape, she runs into an alien on patrol with one order: eradicate all human life. A charismatic, dark-haired stranger named Jareth comes to her aid, and she reluctantly allows him to join her quest to find her sister.

Carter Godwin Woodson (December 19, 1875-April 3, 1950) was an American historian, author, journalist, and the founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). He was one of the first scholars to study the history of the African diaspora, including African American history. A founder of The Journal of Negro History in 1916, Woodson has been called the “father of black history."

Almost always when we think of Ghost Stories, we first think of those written by the Victorians. If you want a really good ghost story to bring that edge of chill, that foreboding of dread, that feeling that in an empty house we are not quite alone and that sometimes the sharp, sheer shock of what just happened is upon us then look no further than ‘The Victorian Ghost Story’ for your listening pleasure.

The Irish Short Story tradition is packed with literary leviathans who take the raw ingredients of the land, it’s people and their own talents to create quite dazzling narratives in these perfectly pitched short stories. Genius has many names.

Presenting an audio anthology of Victorian ghost stories to chill you to the bone this holiday season.