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Longtime contributor to the Hellboy mythos Christopher Golden brings together a crew of luminaries including Joe R. Lansdale and China Miéville, cross-genre sensation Barbara Hambly, celebrated mystery writer Ken Bruen, best-selling science-fiction and fantasy novelist Tad Williams, and a bevy of other skilled storytellers eager to spin a tale or two about the world's greatest paranormal detective. Some of the biggest names in horror, mystery, and fantasy come together to pay homage to Mike Mignola's Hellboy!

An anthology of time’s most beloved stories, written and adapted by the world’s most well-known fairy tale authors, and narrated by a variety of great storytellers.

Listen to a collection of classic stories by the world's most beloved writers. Here are the complete stories, unabridged, for you and your family to enjoy together this Christmas and for many Christmases to come. Family favorites and remembered treasures are in this collection, as well as a few light-hearted surprises.

As fresh and poignant today as when they were written, these touching letters capture the heart of everyday life during the Civil War. Set both at home in Florida and on the front, the letters were written by two generations of families whose members included radical secessionists, moderates, and even a few Unionists.

This volume of poetry brings together poems throughout history with very special women. The relationship with our Mother is one of the most powerful many of us will ever feel. It rivals those with our children and partners in a way that both permeates and challenges how and on what terms we live our lives. A woman giving birth is not only bringing life into the World, she is doing so, usually, at great pain to herself.

A brutal massacre at a theme park leaves eight dead and triggers a wave of extremist violence across Britain. On the trail of the killer is Detective Superintendent Sophie Gabriel, who must confront her past as she races to stop rival Islamist and neo-Nazi terror groups bringing a deadly campaign of violence to Britain's streets. As community tensions rise, the Coalition Government appear to be exploiting the crisis for their own ends. In the midst of a political and media whirlwind, Gabriel and her team must stop a ruthless terrorist attack that could leave hundreds dead.

This audiobook contains 10 classic Christmas episodes of shows from the golden era of radio.

For at påstå, at man har opklaret en narkotikaforbrydelse fuldt ud, må det kræves, at man får dømt hovedmanden, hans mellemmænd og kurererne. Hvis man er heldig og har det rette samarbejde med udenlandske politifolk, kan man måske også få ram på grossisterne i udlandet.

Silence is rare in Nature. When we really listen, Nature is conducting symphonies of sound as her world goes about the day and night. Her invisible heartbeat is everywhere, for everyone. Our eyes are constantly bathed in the wonder of her ways, the soft drizzle of rain from soft grey clouds, the bleached harsh desert sand of a noon day, a wave caressing the shore, to the ravenous colours of a departing sunset. Indeed, whenever we look and listen to the vastness of our world Nature’s beauty is always there for us. In these 60 minutes Nature takes us through her world of wonder.

Rare audio recordings of veterans from World War I: Emmet Dalton of The 7th Royal Dublin Fusiliers, 16th Irish Division; Dubliner Jack Campbell of The Royal Dublin Fusiliers, 16th Irish Division, who served in the Great War with four of his older brothers; British solider Sidney Williams who served in both World War I and World War II; Harry Patch, from Combe Down in Bath, who fought in the battle of Passchendale, recalls his memories of the trenches, and the soldier he would never forget; and more.

This is a compilation of presidential speeches that spans 75 years, from Franklin Delano Roosevelt's first inaugural speech in 1933 to Barack Obama's victory speech in 2008.

The stories in this anthology range from quietly strange to ambitiously speculative. Humans transform into cosmic energy or sentient algae. A man wakes up in a new body in a world with continents cut out, months absent from the calendar year, and souls misplaced. Students at a high school regularly vanish without a trace. A woman descends into the depths of the ocean and encounters all-knowing creatures who may have the answers to her deepest questions.

A moving and insightful anthology of personal essays by Irish autistic adults. Wired Our Own Way: An Anthology of Irish Autistic Voices is the first collection of personal essays written by autistic Irish adults.

Dive into a enchanting collection of fairy tales and fables from 1919, where timeless narratives come alive with charm and wonder. These delightful stories, filled with imagination and adventure, are perfect for both modern children and adults alike. Summary by Carolin.

Dive into a world of imagination with Treasure Chest of My Bookhouse, the enchanting fourth volume of the beloved My Bookhouse series for young readers. This collection is brimming with delightful fairy tales, charming poems, and engaging stories that have stood the test of time. Originally published in the 1920s as part of a six-volume set, these carefully curated tales, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, showcase the finest in childrens literature, guiding little ones through a delightful journey that increases in complexity with each volume. (Summary by Maria Therese)

Dive into a delightful collection of heartwarming Christmas stories, all in one charming volume. Each tale has captured the hearts of countless children and embodies the true spirit of Christmas. This beloved anthology is sure to enchant not only young readers but also parents, teachers, and librarians alike. - Summary from the preface

Step into a world of wonder with Up One Pair of Stairs of My Bookhouse, the enchanting second volume of the beloved My Bookhouse series. This delightful collection is brimming with captivating fairy tales, charming poems, and engaging stories perfect for little imaginations. Originally published in the 1920s as part of a six-volume set, these timeless works, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, showcase the finest in childrens literature, with tales and rhymes that progress in complexity to inspire young readers. Join us on this magical journey through words! (Summary by Maria Therese)

Dive into a delightful collection of original childrens stories, featuring a vibrant mix of tales from various authors. Each story brings a fresh and often humorous twist to beloved classics, ensuring that kids of all ages and interests will discover something truly special within these pages. Join us for a whimsical adventure that sparks imagination and joy! - Summary by Carolin

Dive into the enchanting world of childhood with Childhoods Favorites and Fairy Stories. This delightful collection is perfect for listeners of all ages, from the tiniest tots to the young at heart. It begins with a treasure trove of around eighty classic MOTHER GOOSE RHYMES, each crafted to captivate and comfort little ones. Their playful rhythm, whimsical humor, and timeless wisdom ensure they remain cherished as the ultimate classics for babies and beyond. Editors Hamilton Wright Mabie, Edward Everett Hale, William Byron Forbush. (Gutenberg Text)

Dive into a world of enchanting fairy tales, delightful poems, and captivating stories with From the Tower Window of My Bookhouse, the fifth installment in the beloved My Bookhouse series for young listeners. Originally released in the 1920s as part of a six-volume collection edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, this series showcases the finest in childrens literature, carefully curated to progress in complexity with each volume. Join narrator Maria Therese as she brings these timeless tales to life. Please note due to a numbering error, the audio introductions skip from Section 5 to Section 7, but...