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I stand with Ukraine and its people. What they are going through in resisting Russia's barbaric invasion of their homeland is truly unimaginable for those of us distant from the brutality of the conflict, but, with times being what they are, I just had to collect a few of my previously published stories that deal with Ukraine, civil protest, and the horrors of war for people to hear.

J. R. R. Tolkien was an English writer, poet, philologist, and university professor best known as the author of fantasy works like "The Hobbit" and "Lord of the Rings." Listen as Tolkien reads "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil," "The Hoard," "Perry-The-Winkle," and "The Man in the Moon Came Down Too Soon." Also included is a reading of "A Elbereth Gilthoniel" in Elvish and "The Road Goes Ever on," sung by William Elvin with music by Donald Swann.

"J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement" is an 1884 short story by young Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in the form of a first-person testimony by a survivor of the Marie Celeste, a fictionalized version of the tale of the Mary Celeste, a ship found abandoned and adrift in the Atlantic Ocean in 1872.

Wir liefen uns zufällig über den Weg. Ich hatte Charlie seit Jahren nicht mehr gesehen. Er lud mich zu sich ein, auf ein paar Drinks. Wir lachten und quatschten über die alten Zeiten. Es war ein angenehmer Abend. Bis Charlie mir diese alte Truhe zeigte. Ich hätte besser nicht fragen sollen, was sich darin befand.

Quince magníficos relatos escritos Desde la torre, llenos de intriga, humor, emoción, realismo mágico, fantasía, ficción y realidad a partes iguales. Todos unidos en la desbordante pasión de quien escribe por la convicción de no saber hacer nada más, y la decisión de no hacer otra cosa. Víctor J. Sanz desgrana en estos quince cuentos y en primera persona las pasiones de asesinos y verdugos, viajeros del tiempo y buhoneros astutos... desesperados unos y agonizantes otros, pero ninguno indiferente.

Salvation can travel in mysterious ways, arriving through unlikely vessels...even while visiting a cemetery. As one extraordinary man's life ends, thousands of miles away a baby girl is born into a world of little promise. In time, this orphaned child of God will discover she has received a gift greater than life itself.

Raffles is Sherlock Holmes' polar opposite, a foil for great detectives and a man with all the immoral charms of a hero-thief, plus a remarkable ability at cricket. Raffles is the godson of Robin Hood, the model for Cary Grant in "To Catch a Thief," and the inspiration of Leslie Charteris' "The Saint." As the great reinvention of the trickster for the 20th century, Raffles convinces readers to throw away their scruples and follow along for wit, bold adventures, and thrilling suspense.

The world is divided between Asia and the United Continents - two great super powers locked in eternal warfare. But the balance of power is about to shift in Asia’s favor. They have developed a top-secret weapon - the cohesion projector-that could lead to annihilation on an unprecedented scale.... But as far as Lorrilard is concerned, the number one problem with the projector is that it stands in the way of his profits. Can he find a way to subvert the powerful weapon and resume his enterprising exploits?

In 1964, when nine-year-old Olive stepped into the somber chapel, she had no idea that this would be more than just her first funeral - it would be a journey of discovery and self-realization. At the funeral of her school's beloved Principal and as the hour and a half passes, Olive discovers more about the world and her connection to it, both seen and unseen.

The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors. From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected, their talents endure. Among them is the mysterious J E Malloch.

A pilot of a airmail flight battles a horrific snow storm in order to keep himself and a passenger alive.

Step into a world of hope, wonder, and faith with Starry Night: A Collection of Faith and Wonder, a heartfelt anthology of short stories by Canadian author J. Stopa. Rooted in the traditions and beauty of the Christmas season, this collection illuminates the meaning of Christmas through tales that inspire, uplift, and invite reflection.

Breece D'J Pancake cut short a promising career when he took his own life at the age twenty-six. Published posthumously, this is a collection of stories that depict the world of Pancake's native rural West Virginia...

As the Spanish Flu pandemic promenades through the streets of East Boston, quarantined inside the brownstone tenement, Jimmy Quinn, eyes pressed against the keyhole of a forgotten door, watches her. The mysterious girl dances silently. The only sound is his beating heart. There is no music. She knows he is watching. A relationship will begin.

In the murky depths of 'The Body,' a sinister string of murders unfurls, with tarot cards marking each crime scene. Detectives Erin and Alex, recently engaged, find themselves drawn into a world of dark secrets and twisted destiny. As they decode the cryptic symbolism left behind, their own love story intertwines with the chilling puzzle, all while a menacing loan shark is involved and a crafty reporter lurks in the shadows. With every discovered card, a new revelation emerges, leading them closer to the killer's identity.

A second collection of six diverse stories from award-winning short story and flash fiction writer J.B. Linkwater. The Forty Eights: Priceless antiques collected over a lifetime. But at what cost? Bonnie: Out of chaos and into the light. Bonnie and her daughter defeat the bad vibes and shadows that follow them. Bonnie has a close call with her nemesis but fate eventually delivers them into the sunlight. The Hammer Man, the Elephant, the Artist, the Mystic and the Runaway: Strange happenings in the desert.

Everyone—everyone said that getting the Artery Boys back together was impossible…and for once, high-powered music manager Alec Rodenbaugh might even have agreed.

Paige will als Anwältin für die Seattle Stormbreakers durchstarten und sich endlich beweisen – auch ihrem Vater gegenüber, dem Besitzer des Eishockeyteams. Matts Karriere läuft bestens, bis ihn seine Frau verlässt und eine Abfindung fordert, die ihn kalt erwischt. Und dann setzt sein Boss ihm ausgerechnet seine Tochter als Scheidungsanwältin vor die Nase? Als erschütternde Geheimnisse ans Licht kommen, müssen sie sich entscheiden: Folgen sie ihrer Karriere – oder einer Liebe, die so heiß ist, dass sie das Eis zum Schmelzen bringt?

In the bustling corridors of a renowned country music record label, a young intern named Charles, buried under his dreams and debts, discovers an unprecedented opportunity. The label's patriarch, Bobby, disillusioned with his family's sense of entitlement, announces a contest that promises control of the vast majority of his empire to the victor. This competition isn't limited to family; it's open to every soul contributing to the business, from top executives to unpaid interns.

In the city's toughest neighborhood, Luca, born into a notorious gang's legacy, strives to escape their clutches. Guided by his mother's love, he discovers solace in his art, creating murals that tell stories of hope. When pressured to join the gang, Luca faces a choice: darkness or his own path to freedom. Unexpected opportunities lead him to independence and a scholarship to an art college.