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The long and prolific career of Clifford D. Simak cemented him as one of the formative voices of the science fiction and fantasy genre. The third writer to be named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America, his literary legacy stands alongside those of Robert A. Heinlein and Ray Bradbury. This striking collection of nine tales showcases Simak's ability to take the everyday and turn it into something truly compelling, taking listeners on a long journey in a very short time.

On the heels of a divorce, a mid-list mystery writer returns to his hometown in Central Connecticut and is dragged back into a decades-old unsolved case involving former missing classmates to expose the horrific secrets of a quaint, idyllic New England town. Fusing the modern domestic psychological thriller with popular unsolved mysteries (Girl on the Train meets In Cold Blood), this meta blend of true crime and fiction plays with expectations and perspective before its mind-blowing conclusion.

No science fiction author was more highly regarded than Grand Master Clifford D. Simak, winner of numerous honors. One of the genre's premier literary artists, Simak explores time travel and time engines; examines the rituals and superstitions of galactic travelers who have long forgotten their ultimate purpose; and even takes fascinating detours through World War II and the wild American West in a wondrous anthology that no science fiction fan should be without.

The podcast 'The Controversial Morning Show', hosted by Kaya Clifford, is a weekly podcast with episodes aired in the morning. The show talks about "controversial topics", which can mean anything depending on the listener. But, in general, a "controversial topic" would be a topic that could be debatable or one-sided that could potentially upset some people out there in the world. But on this show? We don't care. Don't get us wrong, it can be controversial, but we are always open minded and willing to learn and be educated. The host, Kaya Clifford, offers personal insight and analysis. Enjoy :)

Adventurers journey into the foreboding unknown regions of outer space in these two classic science fiction tales from the Hugo and Nebula Award winning author.

Jamal Weathers, a Black FBI agent, was captured by America’s most notorious killer, Kifo, a man who targeted cops as revenge for police murders of unarmed black citizens, a man who could not be seen by the human eye thanks to a cloaking suit called the 119.

Ten-year-old Trent McShane watches in horror as his beautiful young mother is swept away from California’s Typhoon Coast into the unforgiving wild blue Pacific, never to be seen again. Lost and bewildered, Trent falls under the spell of class clown Eddie Thompson, who has a wanderlust for treasure hunts—in particular, the infamous World War II Golden Lily Treasure, buried on the other side of the ocean, deep in the wild green Philippine jungle.

After a disastrous planet-wide war, Earth is nothing more than an elite graveyard—but Fletcher Carson is venturing back in search of a vital bounty. Fletcher, a former artist, is joined by a sentient machine, an ancient, powerful robot, and a treasure-seeking beauty. They soon discover that Earth harbors more than the carefully groomed tombstones. In the wild land beyond the cemetery there are dangerous machines, mutant creatures, and even humans who never left their home planet.

Thomas Richard is what some would call a genius. Born and raised in Inglewood, California, Thomas grew up in a Blood neighborhood and was somewhat fascinated by the gang lifestyle. His first cousin, Blast, was deeply involved with the Crenshaw Mafia Gangster Bloods and made sure that Thomas would never partake in that life. Thomas accepted that, but deep in his heart, he still felt he was a Blood. Now, Thomas works for a high-tech computer company and uses his high intelligence to excel at his job.

One snowy night in 1998, Brooke Mulcahy's car slides off the road in rural Vermont. Her car is discovered. She is not. Twenty-one years later, Robert Kirby, Brooke's stepbrother, is paid a visit from a young woman (Lily), claiming to be Brooke's daughter. Since a tumultuous upbringing, Robert, formerly known as "Bobby," has enjoyed considerable success. Now an esteemed professor at a private Upstate New York university, Robert has just received a significant NEH grant. After Lily's visit, Robert's life is upended.

Welcome to Question-a-Day, the podcast that dives into the power of a single question. Each episode, we explore one thoughtfully crafted question designed to make you rethink your business, career, or life. With ChatGPT adding snarky insights and surprising answers, and John Clifford bringing genuine curiosity, we dissect questions that can spark transformation and lead to better decision-making.Whether you’re a business leader seeking fresh perspectives, an entrepreneur searching for breakthroughs, or someone simply trying to navigate life’s complexities, Question-a-Day provides a spark ...

In an alternate Europe where the Roman Empire never fell, the expansive Empty Lands are inhabited by forces known collectively as the Evil. Yet Charles Harcourt is honor-bound to venture into that dangerous area to find his long-lost fiancee. He is joined on his trek by an abbot who hopes to locate a crystal prism that hold the soul of a saint; the non-human Knurly Man, who craves release from his pitiful existence; and the beautiful Yolanda, who seeks the answer to a secret mystery.

Romney Pringle betreibt in der Londoner City ein literarisches Büro. Doch statt sich eingesandten Manuskripten zu widmen, geht er lieber mit offenen Augen durchs Leben und packt jede erdenkliche Gelegenheit beim Schopfe, um an schnelles Geld zu kommen. Eine betrügerische Verjüngungs-Firma übernehmen? Einen Erpresser erpressen? Einen Dieb bestehlen? All dies und noch mehr bringt Romney Pringle zu Stande! Dieser Download enthält die sechs "Gaunerstreiche" von Romney Pringle als Gesamtausgabe.

In the collection's title story, Frederick Gray is closing in on seventy and has outlived his usefulness as a professor of law. He has no family; his best friend, fellow faculty member Ben Lovell, has recently died. Before Gray moves into a retirement home, he takes a final canoe trip to a favorite fishing spot he and Lovell had visited many times, only to find that someone has built a house on the remote riverside. When an accident leaves Gray stranded and in pain, he returns to the shelter seeking aid and instead finds a new reason for living.

A madman is on the loose in Texas. Two homicide detectives in Fort Worth are on the hunt for a sadistic serial killer who enjoys toying with his prey. For You Have Sinned is an exploration of good and evil, cause and effect, and crime and punishment--in this life and the next. It's a popular thought that those who commit bad deeds now will suffer endlessly for them later. But to one jaded soul, the next life is not punishment enough.

Ollie Tucker, a recent college graduate and student of philosophy, is obsessed with truth and the source of knowledge, questioning the validity of everything he hears from his parents, his girlfriend, and even the voices inside his head. In pursuit of the truth and life’s deeper meaning, he invents an alter ego, Oliver, who lives the adventurous and exotic existence Ollie cannot. But Ollie has another problem—a repressed memory of his uncle Scotty that threatens to derail his life, his relationships, and his sexuality. But the memory is a blur.

Aryanna is an 8-year-old girl, named Bug by her parents as she had been born in the month of June when June bugs were common. Her best friend in the whole world is her cat Suzy, who goes almost everywhere with her. Their first adventure was in the land of Oz and even though it was a perilous adventure, they enjoyed it. So they decided to try again this time in Scotland at the Loch Ness lake and meet Nessie, who the townspeople are trying to kill. Suzy and the Bug decide to help her and the adventure begins.

After a night out on the town, Parker Graves returns home to life-threatening danger. The science reporter for the local newspaper barely misses a bear trap sitting on his doorstep. Then, the object transforms into what looks like a bowling ball and rolls off into the night all by itself. He begins to obsess over the question—Who put the trap there? And why? The following day, there is strange news floating around at the newspaper office. Someone with limitless funds is buying up hundreds of homes and businesses, only to close them up and tear them down.

Romney Pringle wird im Urlaub an der englischen Ostküste von einem alten Mann für einen gewissen Herrn Coatbridge gehalten, dem er zum Verwechseln ähnlich sehen soll. Als Pringle erfährt, dass ein guter Freund dieses Herrn Coatbridge in eine Heilanstalt gebracht wurde, weil er dem Wahnsinn verfallen sein soll, wird er neugierig. So macht er sich in der Rolle seines Doppelgängers auf, die Geheimnisse dieser Heilanstalt zu erforschen – und bestenfalls selbst Profit aus der Geschichte zu schlagen.

Experience the heartwarming humor of "The Aldrich Family," a classic radio series that captures the joys and challenges of family life. Follow the hilarious adventures of Henry Aldrich and his family as they navigate everyday situations with charm and wit. Perfect for fans of vintage comedy and wholesome entertainment, each episode offers a delightful glimpse into the golden age of radio. Discover why "The Aldrich Family" remains a beloved favorite.