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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 ...

The sixteen stories and two screenplays that make up Volume One of the Emmy® Award–winning Netflix Original series Love, Death & Robots.

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.

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.

It’s easy to feel powerless in the current state of the world—but it doesn’t have to be this way. You can unlock the natural intelligence of your heart to reconnect with hope, wellbeing, and empowerment. This new edition of Heart Intelligence shows you how. It has been updated to help you navigate more effectively through today’s challenging times. You’ll learn easy, effective techniques and exercises and see benefits right away. These tools will empower you to rise above the stress and overwhelm of today’s changing times and learn to feel good (again).

Up Close with Lee Kuan Yew gathers some of the vivid memories of 37 people who have worked or interacted closely with Lee Kuan Yew in some way or other, from when he was at Raffles College in 1941 right up to his demise in 2015. Among these are his 13 Principal Private Secretaries and Special Assistants who lived and breathed Mr Lee for a few years each, and Mdm Yeong Yoon Ying, his Press Secretary of over 20 years.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dive into a captivating collection of folktales, fables, and legends drawn from twenty distinct books published (or re-published) in 1927. This anthology spans a rich tapestry of storytelling from Europe to the Americas, Africa, South Asia, and East Asia, featuring both ancient and modern tales. While many stories are tailored for young readers, the collection offers something for everyone. Explore the enchanting narratives such as Ulysses and the Bag of Winds from Ancient Greece and Princess Fior Usga from Ireland, alongside Native American tales like Coyote and Evening Star. Each story is a ...

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that have stood the test of time, all in the Public Domain. These enchanting stories unveil legends, heroic figures, and ancient lore from diverse cultures across the globe. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of human imagination and tradition. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into Librivoxs enchanting Childrens Short Works Collection 024, featuring a delightful array of 15 short stories for children. Each tale is brought to life by a talented group of Librivox narrators, offering timeless stories that inspire imagination and wonder.

Dive into a enchanting collection of beloved fairy tales, beautifully compiled and illustrated by Peter Newell. This delightful anthology features timeless classics such as Jack the Giant Killer, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Little Red Riding Hood, Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp, The Ugly Duckling, Beauty and the Beast, Snow White and Rose Red, and The Wild Swans, along with Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves, plus four lesser-known gems. These stories were lovingly chosen based on the cherished memories of various renowned individuals who recalled them as their favorites from childhood. (Summary by ...

Dive into a captivating anthology of folktales, fables, and legends carefully curated from twenty remarkable books published in 1928. This collection spans a rich tapestry of stories from Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, showcasing both ancient and modern narratives. While many tales are crafted for young readers, the anthology also features celebrated authors of childrens literature, including Erick Berry, Paul Fenimore Cooper, Georgene Faulkner, and Eva March Tappan. Discover enchanting tales from the Book Trails series, a 16-volume collection of stories and poems for...

Dive into the enchanting world of myths and legends with this captivating collection of public domain recordings. Each story reveals a tapestry of heroes, ancient lore, and timeless tales from diverse cultures around the globe. Join us as we explore the rich narratives that have shaped human imagination. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into LibriVox’s enchanting Children’s Short Works Collection 010, featuring a delightful assortment of 15 short stories for children. Each tale is brought to life by a talented group of LibriVox members, making it a perfect listening experience for young imaginations.

Six real-life stories of explorers who have ventured to the extremes of the earth. Hours of audio fun to keep children entertained while on the move! Introduce your children to six inspirational true stories about real life explorers and adventurers around the world, from Captain Scott of the...

The best-selling Extinction Cycle series by Nicholas Sansbury Smith first introduced listeners to a world ravaged by an engineered virus that turned men into monsters. Humanity's only hope was not a cure, but another bioweapon. When deployed it killed 90 percent of the infected, but the remaining 10 percent transformed into even more terrifying creatures called Variants. Here's a collection of Extinction Cycle short stories that explore the human spirit and the fight for survival in the face of overwhelming odds from some of the leading voices in the post-apocalyptic genre.