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A goblin with no body and a monster with no face. A resourceful samurai and a faithful daughter. A spirit of the moon and a dragon king. This collection of 15 traditional Japanese folktales transports listeners to a time of adventure and enchantment. Drawn from the works of folklorists Lafcadio Hearn and Yei Theodora Ozaki, these tales are by turns terrifying, exhilarating, and poetic.

Based on the wildly popular TikTok series, F*cked Up Fairy Tales presents modern retellings of some of the strangest and darkest stories humans have invented. Inspired by sources across the world, “Cosbrarian” Liz Gotauco conjures gossipy animals, homicidal royals, doomed commoners, and shape-shifting beaux—all reckoning with complicated, adult problems that “Disney versions” have sanitized.

*Note: this is a prequel related to the Devil & Angel stories. Tall, dark and devilishly handsome footman Kent Lynch takes the new hall-boy, young comely Gavin under his wing… brooding his with instruction in his duties and methods, and giving him discipline when needed, which Gavin quite enjoys. In the grand, bustling halls of Westbury Estate, a tale of forbidden love and unexpected connection unfolds. At the center of this story are Kent, a seasoned and disciplined servant, and Gavin, a young hall boy whose arrival at the estate brightens footman Kent Lynch's days… and nights.

A collection of short stories by Katherine Mansfield, widely recognized as one of the greatest writers of her period, that capture with accuracy those emotionally-charged moments when an individual is most revealing. Prelude / Je ne Parle pas Français / Bliss / The Wind Blows / Psychology / Pictures / The Man without a Temperament / Mr. Reginald Peacock’s Day / Sun and Moon / Feuille d’Album / A Dill Pickle / The Little Governess / Revelations / The Escape.

Divided Hearts includes 18 stories from the lives of descendants. Each story touches on a different stage in the lives of immigrants, people who left Israel at a young age, and are confronted with the consequences and the understanding of the process of immigration even decades after they left.

"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Other Stories" by Washington Irving is a collection of classic American tales that delve into the supernatural, folklore, and early American life. The most famous story, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, follows the character of Ichabod Crane, a schoolteacher who encounters the ghostly figure of the Headless Horseman. The collection also features other notable stories such as Rip Van Winkle, which explores themes of time, change, and identity.

This audiobook is a delightful mix of charming stories and poems that celebrate the beauty and strength of women of all ages. From whimsical childhood tales to heartwarming stories of love and friendship, this collection offers something for everyone. Embrace the magic of childhood with stories about talking animals and visits to the library. Experience the joys and challenges of adolescence through tales of first crushes and navigating new relationships. Find inspiration and comfort in stories about women in middle and old age, as they face life's twists and turns with grace and resilience.

A charlatan’s tricks backfire when real monsters come to call. A terrifying Ouija board session leads to an unexpected request. In space, there is nowhere to hide from the hungry hordes. Consuming hunger has a new meaning for one man possessed by an insatiable parasite. A horror podcast hits too close to home as fiction invades reality. These stories and others serve up a delicious blend of horror, science fiction, ghosts, and the supernatural that will leave you hungry for more!

One town. One nightmare per night. Welcome to Haunted Hollow, where each night a new nightmare unfolds. Abandoned mines filled with mysterious whispers, hotels that don’t want you to check out, bloody Valentine’s Day gifts that you’ll wish you never opened.

Es handelt sich um 10 Horror-Kurzgeschichten

Twelve men. A virgin queen. One arranged marriage. Miles Sinclair. The virgin of the Brotherhood. Designer of kinky tech. Believes patience is a virtue. The man is as disciplined as he is dominant. His house rules aren’t open to negotiation, and they involve a shared bed and zero clothing. Despite his need for control, I fight him at every turn. Because it’s time for me to take a stand in this tower of secrets and betrayals. But on a fateful summer day, temptation awaits in a gazebo—a chance encounter where air and fire collide—and a single moment of weakness engulfs my world in flames. Mr.

More off the wall stories including meeting your first wolf, or is he really a wolf? Late nights in a truck stop and the strange people that show up. What if Nasa used a person with multiple personality disorder to go to Mars? Ever dream of being on a popular TV series?

In five disparate tales, introspective women at key turnings points face otherworldly experiences which force them to consider who they are and who they might have been. An ex-figure skater is haunted by her best friend’s ghost in “The End of All Things.” The frontwoman of a rising punk band navigates a strange liminal space towards a mysterious train in “Our Lifelong Dreams.” In “I’ve Been Here Before,” a nihilistic college student experiences vivid memories of a past life that ended in a tragic roller coaster accident sixty years before.

Step into the quietly mesmerizing world of The Garden Party and Other Stories by Katherine Mansfield, a landmark of classic literary fiction that reveals the beauty, tension, and emotional depth hidden in everyday life. This acclaimed collection explores family, social class, childhood, love, and inner awakening through luminous prose and subtle psychological insight. From a garden party shadowed by loss to intimate domestic scenes shaped by unspoken thoughts, each story captures ordinary moments that become unforgettable.

The Bible is filled with stories of the miracles of Jesus. These gospels have been passed down for two thousand years, and for many Christians, they are as familiar to us as stories about our own family. But have you ever wondered what happened to the people who were healed? What did their lives look like after their encounters with the Messiah? How did they respond to their miracles? What happened next?

En Nudos Desatados, la legendaria Baronesa Orczy (autora de La Pimpinela Escarlata) nos sumerge en 13 misterios que parecen imposibles de descifrar. Asesinatos sin huellas, robos inexplicables y coartadas de acero se desmoronan ante la mente analítica del detective de sillón más famoso de la literatura clásica.

When the River Meets the Sea....

Step into the enchanting world of At the Bay by Katherine Mansfield—a luminous novella that captures life’s fleeting beauty and quiet dramas with unparalleled grace. Follow the residents of the idyllic coastal town, including the thoughtful and gentle Mrs. Fairfield, her children and husband, and their neighbors, as Mansfield explores their joys, disappointments, and secret desires. From the playful curiosity of children on sunlit beaches to the tender reflections and inner conflicts of adults, every moment is infused with emotional depth and quiet insight.

Last year, food critic Simone Clarke went viral with her cynical article "Love is Canceled This Year." This year, she's about to eat those words. When Simone is assigned to review VÉRITÉ for Chicago Taste Magazine's Valentine's Day feature, she expects the usual overpriced performance art masquerading as cuisine. What she doesn't expect is Julian Moretti. The arrogant, infuriating, devastatingly talented chef whose food tastes like a love letter and whose eyes see straight through her carefully constructed armor.

Lessons & Libations is a sharp, soulful collection of short stories and poems by Clarence Barbee, steeped in honesty, humor, and heartache. From the classroom to the corner bar, these seven pieces explore the moments where people show up raw—learning, healing, grieving, laughing, and sipping through it all.