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Idealism meets eroticism as an ambitious and independent young journalist finds herself writing a column about her first-hand experience with kink and sex in the big city. I always wanted to be a serious writer, but when my magazine is taken over by a hip media conglomerate, the only thing they want to publish is salacious stories about sex and sleaze. Well, if that’s what they want, that’s what I’ll give them! The best kind of writing comes from personal experience, so with my open-minded boyfriend Nick by my side I decide to throw myself into a series of new and exciting experiences.

Twelve dramatisations of the best love stories ever written, performed by star casts Treat yourself to this stunning collection of classic stories of love, loss, obstacles overcome and desperate attraction. This is a beautiful, moving and at times thrilling listen which takes you on a journey...

What does it truly mean to be kind in a world that often rewards selfishness? Step into the timeless, tender, and quietly powerful world of The Happy Prince and Other Tales by Oscar Wilde—a collection of classic stories that resonate with all ages. Each tale offers its own unforgettable lesson: "The Happy Prince" shows the beauty of selfless sacrifice, "The Nightingale and the Rose" explores love and heartbreak, "The Selfish Giant" celebrates compassion and redemption, "The Devoted Friend" exposes false kindness, and "The Remarkable Rocket" delivers a sharp, ironic look at vanity and pride.

Step into the whimsical, charming, and timeless world of Flower Fables by Louisa May Alcott, a delightful collection of short stories where nature comes alive with humor, wonder, and gentle wisdom.

Step into the shadowed streets of Victorian London with The Cabman’s Story, a gripping crime fiction short story by Arthur Conan Doyle. Told through the keen, world-weary voice of a London cabman, this atmospheric tale reveals how ordinary professions often brush against extraordinary—and dangerous—secrets.

When Clara MacLeod inherits Dour Hill, a crumbling Highland estate, she hopes for a fresh start. But her daughter Maisie is drawn inexorably to a mirror in the hall. One that doesn’t just reflect. It remembers. It watches. Whispers bleed from plaster. Furniture shifts in shadowed corridors. And Maisie insists something is trapped inside the glass. Something bound by ritual, twisted by legacy, desperate to be freed.

Enter the unsettling imagination of H. P. Lovecraft with The Selected Short Stories of H. P. Lovecraft, a chilling collection that showcases the full range of his cosmic horror and dark fantasy. These tales explore forbidden knowledge, ancient forces, and humanity’s fragile place in an indifferent universe—hallmarks of Lovecraft’s enduring influence on modern horror and speculative fiction.

En una noche tranquila en Laburnam Villa, una familia común recibe la visita de un viejo amigo que trae consigo un objeto extraordinario: una pata momificada de mono a la que se le atribuye la capacidad de conceder tres deseos. A simple vista, parece una oportunidad fascinante; lo que nadie sabe —ni siquiera ellos— es que cada deseo arrancado al destino puede cobrar un precio inesperado que cambiará sus vidas para siempre.

الكتاب يضم مجموعة من القصص القصيرة التي تصور تطور الحياة المصرية الحديثة من جوانبها المختلفة: السياسية، الثقافية، والاقتصادية. يبرز الكتاب تجربة الحياة المصرية في فترة زمنية محددة، من خلال القصص التي تحاكي الواقع وتعبر عن لسان حال المجتمع. يُظهر هيكل في هذا الكتاب قدرته على النقد الاجتماعي ورسم صورة للمجتمع المصري خلال مرحلة مهمة من تاريخه.

In this collection of short stories, Kenji Miyazawa presents his ideas, ethics, and aesthetics through a narrative that is almost poetic, suitable for readers of all ages.

Ever since our ancestors first discovered fire, we have used it to sit around and scare one another silly with creepy tales of ghosts, ghouls, bloodthirsty creatures, maniac killers, and everything in between. But, what if those stories, related in the dark of night with trembling voices, flashlight held resolutely beneath the chin, are more than just horrifying tales meant to send shivers down the spine and cause a few sleepless nights?

In this evocative reimagining of Charles Dickens' beloved classic, David Copperfield, young David navigates the tumultuous waters of friendship and first love at Salem House. Captivated by the charismatic James Steerforth, David finds himself entwined in a secret relationship that blossoms into a profound connection—one marked by tender kisses and whispered dreams.

عبارة عن مجموعة من الحكايات التي تسافر بالقارئ إلى الماضي وتستحضر أبطاله وحكاياتهم. يهدف الكتاب إلى استكشاف ما يبقى من ماضينا، سواء كان ذلك من خلال الحكاية الشخصية أو التاريخ الاجتماعي، وكيف يمكن للحكايات أن تساعدنا في فهم هويتنا والحاضر. يمزج الكتاب بين المتعة والفرح، والحقيقة والخيال، والفرح والمأساة، ليعيد تشكيل قصة لا تنسى.

What if the everyday world hides whispers of mystery, fleeting moments of wonder, and shadows you almost don’t notice? Step into the hauntingly beautiful and lyrical world of A Haunted House and Other Short Stories—a mesmerizing collection of tales that reveal the hidden currents of life, memory, and imagination. Each story offers a glimpse into Woolf’s keen observations of human emotion: from the ghostly reflections in "A Haunted House" to the fleeting impressions and fragmented lives in "Monday or Tuesday", where the ordinary becomes quietly extraordinary.

El trabajo de un escritor requiere adentrarse en el corazón humano. En una narración vibrante y llena de fuerza, La importancia de morir a tiempo se constituye en un diccionario de rarezas que parece darle sentido a la vida. Relatos en los que aparecen Agatha Christie, Bruce Lee o Neil Armstrong, u otros en los que se habla de ciudades subterráneas y mundos desconocidos, hacen de este libro una lectura cautivante y estremecedora.

The same young woman has been cleaning his house for a couple of years. But now, with his wife out of the country, she's acting very strange.

This short story collection delves into the origins of our civilization. How we came to be and where we will end up if we are not careful. One story is about a small alien sent to Earth to help a primitive couple become more civilized and what kind of chaos ensues. The other involves a NASA astronaut discovering the truth about our origins and what harm it cause once he delves further into the truth. Enter if you dare....

قام الصبي؛ ليقترب من الظلام، ويرحب به عن كثب، استغرب الظلام، وسأل: "أنت أول طفل يرحب بي، ألست خائفًا مني؟!"

Welcome to Maverick Point, where Uncle Uzzi’s Magical Matchmaking Service has a knack for stirring up fate. Here, growly Shifters and their curvy destined mates discover that when magic meddles in love, resistance is futile—and the happily-ever-afters are always purrfect. This collection features three sizzling paranormal romances packed with heat, humor, and fated-mate sparks.

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