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A treasure chest of timeless short stories by some of the world's greatest authors.

Dive into the captivating realm of science fiction, a genre that transcends the boundaries of our reality and invites you to explore worlds limited only by the imagination. Here, the rules are dictated by the author, allowing for endless possibilities that spark creativity and inspire scientific advancements. Science fiction not only ignites a passion for the sciences but also serves as a catalyst for many aspiring scientists. It offers a vibrant playground for examining social themes, envisioning future possibilities, and embarking on extraordinary adventures that delve deep into the ...

Skinwalkers at the Pentagon unmasks the massive scope of the Pentagon’s landmark UFO study that ran from the Defense Intelligence Agency in Washington, DC. The Advanced Aerospace Weapon System Applications Program or AAWSAP investigated the “Tic Tac” and other “nuts and bolts” UFO events, analyzed intrusions of UFOs onto US military bases, as well as probed the plethora of bizarre phenomena that government investigators encountered on Skinwalker Ranch.

The American Classics Collection is a century-spanning collection of 17 classic novels, short stories, essay, and poetry by American authors, read by a cast of incredible narrators including Kobna Holdbrook-Smith; Nathan Osgood; Robert G. Slade; Jonathan Keeble, and more. Included here are stories by some of the greatest writers of all time, including Ernest Hemingway; Mark Twain; F. Scott Fitzgerald; Edith Wharton; Frederick Douglass; and H.P. Lovecraft, amongst a host of others.

Barb Cook and 14 other autistic women describe life from a female autistic perspective, and present empowering, helpful and supportive insights from their personal experience for fellow autistic women. Michelle Garnett's comments validate and expand the experiences described from a clinician's perspective, and provide extensive recommendations. Autistic advocates including Liane Holliday Willey, Anita Lesko, Jeanette Purkis, Artemisia and Samantha Craft offer their personal guidance on significant issues that particularly affect women, as well as those that are more general to autism.

At bedtime, in the car or just for fun! This enchanting collection brings to life eight traditional fairy tales as full-cast recordings. Created with music, sound effects and all the expertise of the BBC, these much-loved stories will thrill a new generation of children. The classic stories in this collection are Sleeping Beauty, Jack and the Beanstalk, Hansel and Gretel, Little Red Riding Hood, The Ugly Duckling, The Little Mermaid, The Emperor's New Clothes and The Tinder Box.

The Starship Atlantis takes you on an unforgettable journey through the extraordinary. From alien civilizations and rogue AI to desperate missions on the brink of collapse, these stories will transport you across the stars into the heart of the unknown. This anthology features six never-before-published novellas and short stories, plus two exclusive bonus tales.

Tales to soothe tired souls. A nighttime companion for frazzled adults, including calming stories and poems for a good night's sleep. This cheering audiobook of best loved short tales, extracts and poems will calm and restore an anxious mind before sleep. A good night's sleep is essential for our well-being and our health, but in our busy lives sleep is often poor and overlooked. Now is the time to stop a while and find consolation and wonder in other worlds where all is well.

Join lauded marine biologist Dr. Sarika Cullis-Suzuki for an intimate tour of the wild heart of the nation. From the Tombstone Mountains of the Yukon Territory to the glowing grasslands of Saskatchewan, each episode is alive with the buzzes, warbles, and howls of Canadian wildlife. Cullis-Suzuki is your guide, painting a picture of the landscapes around you while letting you in on the wilderness stories unfolding.

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)

The Khuddaka Nikāya is different in character from the other four Nikāyas of the Sutta Pitaka in the Theravada Pāli Canon in that rather than being a single work it is, as its customary translation ‘Minor Anthologies’ suggests, a collection of independent works.

Stories of famous monsters in a new horror anthology featuring Joe R. Lansdale, F. Paul Wilson, Jonathan Maberry, Ramsey Campbell, and many others.

Major Rodger Y. Murphy should have died when his helicopter crashed off the coast of Mogadishu in November, 1993. Instead, he woke up in August, 2125, in a binary star system 152 light years from home. Without any memory of the otherworldly abductors who spirited them away in cold sleep, Murphy and 100 other “Lost Soldiers” have been retrieved and awakened by officers of the Consolidated Terran Republic. Promising to return to the 55 Tauri B system after completing a distant mission, they leave the twentieth century castaways with a daunting objective.

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 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...

Dive into a delightful collection of short stories crafted especially for young girls. Featuring timeless tales like The Kings Daughter, The Old Brown House, A Story for School Girls, What One Lie Did, Two Ways of Reading the Bible, Courtesy to Strangers, Live for Something, and Jennie Browning, each story offers a gentle lesson that inspires and entertains. Perfect for sparking imagination and moral reflection in young minds. (Summary by WoollyBee)