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Flight 303 was supposed to be just another red-eye from London to New York. Eight Passengers, each with a shameful secret they are trying to escape. Somewhere over the Atlantic, the routine flight veers off course, starting with the sudden death of one of the passengers. Then another.

Cinematic type tales of dark fiction and horror featuring zombies, witches, and more nontraditional fears that leave you fearing the monster within. From flash to longer short stories, A Night at the Shockplex is a collection of 18 dark fictional tales that are sure to churn your insides and leave you with a feeling of dread.

Conversaciones al caer la tarde es el décimo libro de la escritora Olga Consuegra, un compendio de reflexiones donde se mezcla el pasado con el presente, abordando temas de interés para un público general. Ser mujer, el amor a cualquier edad, la educación, el uso del celular, lo que dice la gente, la gratitud, oportunidades, el ejercicio físico, las redes sociales, son algunos de los quince capítulos que se resumen en esta entrega. Conversaciones al caer la tarde es un libro ameno que, indiscutiblemente, nos pone a pensar.

‘The room was spinning. Thoughts were pulsing from one vein to the next’. Twisted Tales takes us through scenes of familiar human conditions. From complete inebriation through a marriage without love via a gambling addiction ruining lives past the sometimes mean streets of Hamburg then onto to the sunshine of Thailand. Characters in each story must battle with their own minds and outside influences in order for them to make the right decision which is all too seldom in what we call modern life and in some cases Part 1 is only the beginning of their journey….

Teddy is a runner who hopes to win a 1962 Cadillac by running across the United States. As could be imagined, Teddy "runs" into many challenges along the way, including filth, thirst, hunger, loneliness, injuries, scoffing, bullying and near-death experiences.

Looking for a slow, meditative story to unwind with? Tea With the Emperor’s Ghost is a 5,000-word work crafted for quiet evenings, gentle minds, and listeners who love tea, philosophy, and starlit reflection. On a secluded hillside terrace, a humble scholar prepares tea each evening—always two cups, though only one is needed. Tonight, as lanterns glow and bamboo whispers, a guest appears: an emperor long gone, his presence carrying both the weight of dynasties and the lightness of profound peace.

Ever wondered what your dog walker, pet groomer, or shelter volunteer really means to your furry friend? In Careers with Claws & Paws: 100 Tiny Tales Told by Their Furriest Clients, the animals take the mic—and their stories might just steal your heart. From a subway-savvy coyote who redefines city life to a shy kitten who transforms a shelter worker’s purpose, these heartfelt, humorous, and inspiring mini-memoirs show how animal professionals change lives (and get changed in return).

Have you heard the cry of a whippoorwill? That lovely sound that echoes throughout the woods. Tonight the forest sits quiet, no creature dares disturb the silence. For two unfortunate park rangers the night won’t stay still for much longer. Are you ready to hear what sound the whippoorwill makes at night?

Kingston “King” Vale is back. After five years behind bars, the once-feared name of Eastbrook returns to the block with a mission: reclaim his throne. But the streets have changed. New crews. New codes. And a ruthless rival named Scar running the empire King once ruled. As King navigates betrayal, blood ties, and deadly alliances, he's pulled back into a war he thought he left behind. A war where love is a weapon, loyalty is currency, and power demands sacrifice.

What can you hide through a window? Annalyse never expected to make a friend through a window, but her talks with the guy who lives next to the bus stop have become a favorite part of her day. But when a sudden schedule change reveals a secret he hadn't meant to share, is there anything she can do to make things right? Or is their window friendship broken beyond repair?

In the shadow of the Battle of Thermopylae, a young Spartan warrior fights not for glory, but for love. Gravely wounded and left for dead, Kylon hides from Persian scouts, his heart anchored to Myrine, a helot girl whose forbidden love defies Sparta’s rigid laws. As he battles fever, betrayal, and the relentless enemy, Kylon’s journey becomes a testament to resilience, driven by a vow to survive for her. Fire in the Pass: A Spartan’s Oath to Love and Survive weaves a gripping tale of courage, sacrifice, and a dream of freedom amidst one of history’s greatest stands.

Funny Stories for Seniors: Collection brings together the best of Toby Kuhn’s hit series in one delightful bundle, featuring real-life misadventures, clever characters, and sharp wit tailored for spirited seniors and anyone young at heart. Whether you’re cozying up with a warm drink or gifting a loved one who could use a good chuckle, this collection delivers comfort and comedy in spades.

The award-winning movie Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, inspired The Way of Water. Xiuying, a teenage girl, fights for her life in this epic tale of murder, betrayal, and love at the Shaolin temple. Immerse the mind with Master Zhao teachings of tranquility as he teaches his students the path of the Open Palm. Follow Ryu, a teenager secretly in love with Xiuying. Love or hate Akuma, an unwise teen searching for black powder as he follows the path of Closed Fist. Capturing the spirit of Chinese culture, The Way of Water embarks the listener on a spiritual growth journey.

Growing up in Torquay, Agatha Christie’s love of the West Country never left her and many of her finest stories are set on the moors and shores of Devon and Cornwall. This collection celebrates some of her finest countryside stories featuring a cast of Christie’s most iconic characters: Hercule Poirot, Miss Jane Marple, Tommy and Tuppence Beresford and Parker Pyne.

Before the Mythos, before the madness—there were whispers in the dark. In this haunting collection, explore the formative horrors that shaped the imagination of H. P. Lovecraft. These early works—infused with Gothic atmosphere, Poe-inspired melancholy, and emerging cosmic dread—offer a glimpse into the genesis of a master. Here, decayed tombs, strange music, and unknowable forces stir in the background, foreshadowing the mythos to come.

Unleash your imagination with a thrilling short story that plunges into the heart of power, ideology, and the human psyche. Step into the shoes of a therapist at Prison Alpha, where he must confront a billionaire playboy turned revolutionary, whose radical vision for justice could reshape the world. As you navigate their intense psychological battle, you’ll question what it truly means to be a hero or a villain in a society riddled with corruption and greed. Explore the motivations behind extraordinary powers and the consequences of wielding them.

Orphaned overnight as a teenager, she drops out of school and drifts into the bad company of two criminals her brother brings home. As the four of them plot a fantastical crime, Bianca learns she can drift even lower... Electric and tense with foreboding, A Little Lumpen Novelita - one of the last novellas Roberto Bolaño published – delivers a fractured fairy tale of taking control of one's fate.

Он создал в России жанр политического детектива, написал сценарии к известнейшим советским кинофильмам, до сих пор горячо любимым телезрителями из десятков стран. В недолгой, но насыщенной событиями жизни ему довелось побывать в роли дипломата, разведчика, путешественника, исследователя и даже политического деятеля. Написанные Юлианом Семеновым книги и по сей день переиздаются миллионными тиражами.

In sixteen sparkling stories, Jan Carson introduces us to worlds and characters that feel real enough to touch. All of life is here: the thrill of growing up, the grief when youth is over; first love, mature love, parenthood and loss - all shot through with profound compassion, warm wit, and boundless imagination. In 'A Certain Degree of Ownership', a distracted couple on a beach fail to notice their baby crawl perilously towards the sea. In 'Troubling the Water', a rumor spreads at a public swimming pool and chaos ensues.

The characters of Good and Evil find themselves at a point of no return, dazzled by the glare of impending tragedy. Vulnerable and profoundly human, they become trapped in the instant in which the uncanny has lurched into their lives. Some are transformed, some are isolated, others waver between guilt or tenderness. All of them are riven by uncertainty.