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Detective stories existed for centuries before the concept of the detective itself—amateur or professional— was fully formulated, and tales of mystery and intrigue have been thrilling readers since ancient times. The Lock and Key Library is the classic overview of the history of the mystery genre, at once a rousing listen for fans of the unsolved and unknown as well as an essential literary resource for those seeking to understand the roots of modern pulp fiction. This volume is sure to delight and enthrall armchair detectives and fans of classic mysteries alike.

Deep in the dark forest, in a cottage that spins on birds’ legs behind a fence topped with human skulls, lives the baba yaga. A guardian of the water of life, she lives with her sisters and takes to the skies in a giant mortar and pestle, creating tempests as she goes. Those who come across the baba yaga may find help, or hinderance, or horror. She is wild, she is woman, she is witch—and these are her tales.

Hot on the heels of the 500 Words: Black Lives Matter competition hosted by Virgin Radio this month, Bonnier Books UK is publishing a collection of 100 inspiring, moving and poignant short stories submitted by children from across the country. Almost 6,000 children, aged between 5 and 13, submitted stories expressing their personal experiences, tales of empathy, learning and respect, building on the international conversation around Black Lives Matter.

A woman's fortitude saves her village from disaster. A teenager explores their identity in a moment of quiet. A petition writer reflects on his life as a dog lies nursing her puppies. A tormented girl tries to find love through a horrific act. A headmaster makes his way to work, treading the fine line between life and death. My Pen Is the Wing of a Bird is a landmark collection: the first anthology of short fiction by Afghan women. Eighteen writers tell stories that are both unique and universal.

Every state has an urban legend that evokes fear and curiosity in equal parts, and we've chronicled all of these logic-defying horrors here in the Haunted States of America anthology. From the Jersey Devil to La Llorona, each story included introduces a new chill inducing, stomach churning monster, specter, or poltergeist certain to keep you up at night. A broad ranging collection of authors, including seasoned veterans and some first timers making a fright-tastic debut, have all united to unearth the scariest lore from each state in the US, as well as D.C. and Puerto Rico.

Channeling their own experiences, sixteen exceptional authors subvert mental health stereotypes in a powerful and uplifting collection of fiction.

What causes Jupiter’s Great Red Spot? How have volcanoes shaped the land on many planets? How do space shuttles launch and dock with space stations? This series introduces young listeners to the objects within our solar system and the tools people use to explore the mysteries of space. This volume includes The Moon, NASA, Pluto, The Solar System, Space Shuttles, and Space Stations.

A Soul Warrior continues on their mission, regardless of the circumstances, or challenges set before them. They overcome countless trials, initiations, and deep soul lessons, always moving towards wholeness, and elevation of personal and collective consciousness. In Accessing Realms Beyond the Veil, the energetic, spiritual, and subconscious are utilized to facilitate deeper connection, healing, and purpose.

Introducing the literary world to characters like Cat in the Hat and Charlie Brown has been noteworthy. Authors dream of having their stories read and appreciated. This series explores the lives of famous children’s storytellers and the mark they continue to make on many. This volume includes Charles Schulz, Dr. Seuss, and J.K. Rowling.

You can’t control what players are going to do. That’s half the fun. But you can control where they do it. That’s a whole other half! The Kobold Guide to Dungeons gives both new and experienced Game Masters insight and ideas into making dungeons great. In-depth essays from industry luminaries teach you to think outside your own boxes, and into a larger realm of challenge, discovery, and good old monster bashing.

Where did everyone go? This series explores the history or mystery behind the world’s most famous ghost towns and other abandoned sites. Curious listeners will sort through reasons or theories that explain why people left places like Bodie, California; Machu Picchu, Peru; and the Lost Colony of Roanoke.

Do you ever struggle with feelings of insecurity or doubt? That’s a trick question - we ALL deal with issues of self-esteem at one point or another. However, there is a better way! In this program, you’ll learn from the experts and transform your fears and anxiety into rock-solid confidence and success.

Nature has the ability to turn our world into a disaster zone. From blizzards to volcanoes, this series looks at the science behind the destruction. How is a blizzard different from a snowstorm? What causes hurricanes to form? How do you stay safe in an earthquake? Children can answer these questions and more. This volume includes Earthquakes, Heat Waves, and Hurricanes.

On their journeys, they’ll discover volcanic moons, mysterious dwarf planets, and much more! This volume includes The Asteroid Belt, The Dwarf Planets, and The Inner Planets.

Climb into your spaceship and blastoff for an adventure through our solar system! This exciting nonfiction series uses narrative text to inform early learners about the different planets, moons, and other celestial bodies in the solar system. On their journeys, they’ll discover volcanic moons, mysterious dwarf planets, and much more! This volume includes Moons, The Outer Planets, and The Sun.

The Ultimate Essays Collection is a wide-ranging collection of 30 classic essays analysing everything from war to love, journalism to race, travel to nature, and much more, read by an award-winning cast of narrators. Included here are essays by some of the greatest writers of all time, including George Orwell; Thomas Paine; Fyodor Dostoyevsky; Henry David Thoreau; Virigina Woolf; Sigmund Freud; Zorea Neale Huston; Langston Hughes; Jack London, and more.

William Burroughs closed his classic novel Junky by saying he had determined to search out a drug he called ‘Yage’, a drug that could be ‘the final fix’. In The Yage Letters, a mix of travel writing, satire, psychedelia, and epistolary novel, he journeys through South America, writing to his friend Allen Ginsberg about his experiments with the strange drug, using it to travel through time and space and derange his senses.

Burroughs’ letters reveal his desire to escape the norms of American society which hemmed him in, and the extraordinary steps he took to break free.

Come Join Us by the Fire S2: Originals is the second installment of Nightfire's audio-first horror anthology, featuring a wide collection of short stories from emerging voices in the horror genre as well as longtime fan favorites.

The Black Cat Vol. 01 is a collection of short stories first published in The Black Cat, a late 19th-century American magazine known for its mysterious, suspenseful, and imaginative tales. This volume features a mix of horror, crime, adventure, and supernatural fiction, each with unexpected twists. The stories explore themes of fate, deception, and justice, often delivering eerie or thought-provoking conclusions. With its engaging storytelling and dark undertones, The Black Cat Vol. 01 captures the essence of classic pulp fiction and early speculative literature. Summary by Dream AudioBooks

Join Oasis Audio for 100 radio shows from across all genres. Thrill to detective stories and mysteries, dig your spurs in for some dusty trail Western adventures, laugh until you cry with the kings and queens of radio comedy, sit on the edge of your seat for the greatest radio dramas. Be filled with nostalgia as you enjoy this unique collection of 100 of the all-time best radio shows.