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In Swords in the Mist, lean times in Lankhmar force brothers-in-arms Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser to part ways. Only after a joust of wits and swords do the friends join together again, stealing the ship the Black Treasurer and sailing round and through The Claws. Fighting sea kings, curses and seven-eyed wizards, the pair set out on their heroic wanderings through the wilds of Nehwon.

X Minus One premiered in April 1955 on NBC and ran until January 1958. Like its predecessor series, Dimension X, X Minus One featured stories by the greatest names in modern science fiction: Ray Bradbury, Robert Heinlein, Clifford Simak, Robert Bloch, and many more.

In the ancient city of Lankhmar, two men forge a friendship in battle. The red-haired barbarian Fafhrd left the snowy reaches of Nehwon looking for a new life, while the Gray Mouser, apprentice magician, fled after finding his master dead. These bawdy brothers-in-arms cement a friendship that leads them through the wilds of Nehwon facing thieves, wizards, princesses, and the depths of their desires and fears.

A classic tale featuring two of the most-memorable characters in sword and sorcery, Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser. Over a span of 50 years, the late Fritz Leiber wrote dozens of adventures, set in the fictional city of Lankhmar, featuring the seven-foot-tall barbarian and the diminuitive thief. The stories were recognized with both the Hugo and Nebula Awards.

The Wanderer inspires feelings of pure terror in the hearts of the five billion human beings inhabiting Planet Earth. The presence of an alien planet causes increasingly severe tragedies and chaos. However, one man stands apart from the mass of frightened humanity. For him, the legendary Wanderer is a mere tale of bizarre alien domination and human submission. His conception of the Wanderer bleeds into unrequited love for the mysterious “she” who owns him.

Say hello to Lavina Simes, a wholesome appearing midwestern girl, always dressed in black. Lavina has a gift, or curse, that allows her to see into the future. Tragedy has befallen every suitor who pursued her charms. She travels the world with her father, a lifetime Foreign Service officer, and misfortune seems to follow them.

Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser are returning to the land of Lankhmar in a cranky, not-too-seaworthy sloop when Fafhrd catches a fish with a mysterious gold ring that is also a key in its belly. They are passing over an area thought to be where the legendary Simorgya land lies buried under the ocean. Simorgya was said to be the home of mighty magicians and great treasure.

A classic tale featuring two of the most-memorable characters in sword and sorcery, Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser. Over a span of 50 years, the late Fritz Leiber wrote dozens of adventures, set in the fictional city of Lankhmar, featuring the seven-foot-tall barbarian and the diminuitive thief. The stories were recognized with both the Hugo and Nebula Awards.

A classic tale featuring two of the most-memorable characters in sword and sorcery, Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser. Over a span of 50 years, the late Fritz Leiber wrote dozens of adventures, set in the fictional city of Lankhmar, featuring the seven-foot-tall barbarian and the diminuitive thief. "Ill Met in Lankhmar" was honored with both the 1971 Hugo and Nebula Awards for Best Novella.

Dive into the imaginative worlds of Fritz Leiber with three of his most beloved science fiction short stories The Moon is Green, Bread Overhead, and Whats He Doing In There?! With his signature blend of humor and wit, Leiber masterfully explores how humanity navigates the quirks of the future—often with hilarious consequences. Join us for a delightful journey through the absurdities and triumphs of human adaptation. - Summary by Phil Chenevert

On a cold winter night, an elderly couple step outside their home and witness something extraordinary in the sky—a vast, glowing curve of light, drifting across the heavens like a cosmic snowbank. As they watch, the wonder of the universe stirs memories, regrets, and tender hopes, drawing them into a moment where time, love, and eternity converge.

Esplora l'ignoto con questa oscura raccolta, che riunisce i racconti più terrificanti dei maestri del genere. Ogni storia, raccontata con musiche, suoni e una narrazione da brivido, ti condurrà in un mondo dove l'ordinario si scontra con l'inspiegabile, tra oscuri regni infestati da creature malefiche e mostri assetati di sangue.

I was a hundred miles from Nowhere‚Aîliterally‚Aîwhen I caught sight of her out of the corner of my eye. With the haunting remnants of a murder party still fresh in my mind, I was on high alert for the last undead menace lurking in this desolate world. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland, survival demands strength and an unwavering resolve to kill. Among the few who remain, the thrill of hunting down another Deathlander is a primal urge that drives the solitary wanderers. But this time, it was different‚Aîshe was a girl, igniting not only my instinct to kill but also the burning desire...

Step into the world of a traveling troupe of Shakespearean performers‚Aîseemingly harmless, yet shrouded in mystery. Why do they have costumes for spacemen alongside cavemen? What secrets lie behind the amnesia and agoraphobia of their backstage manager? While no great magic is required for their theatrical performances, sometimes it takes extraordinary science to weave their stories. Journey with them through time and space, where the stage knows no bounds. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)

Dive into four delightfully quirky short stories by the brilliant Fritz Leiber, including Nice Girl with 5 Husbands, A Pail of Air, The Last Letter, and A Bad Day for Sales. Each tale is uniquely engaging and filled with Leibers signature wit and imagination. Enjoy a captivating listening experience narrated by Phil Chenevert.

Dive into the captivating world of Fritz Leibers Green Millennium, where we meet Phil Gish, a man trapped in a bleak existence. Disillusioned and lacking purpose, Phil is consumed by the fear of becoming obsolete in a world increasingly dominated by robots. With his timid nature, he shies away from adventure‚Aîuntil a remarkable green cat appears at his window. Named Lucky, this extraordinary feline brings a glimmer of hope and happiness into Phils dreary life. However, Lucky soon vanishes into the fantastical realm of All Amusements, a playground filled with bizarre characters and ...

Join us for three captivating tales from the legendary Fritz Leiber, all originally published in Galaxy Magazine. In Kreativity for Kats (1961), discover the intriguing lives of aliens living among us. The Last Letter from Galaxy (1958) reveals the chaos caused by a handwritten letter that disrupts the postal service. Finally, The Big Engine (1962) explores the essence of what drives our world‚Aîcould this mans insights be spot on? Each story is unique and guaranteed to entertain. - Summary by Phil Chenevert

Thorn and Clawly are on a mission to present alarming discoveries to the World Executive Committee. Their findings suggest that we may not be alone in the vast nexus of realities; other worlds could exist in parallel to our own, branching off from a single moment in time. While this revelation alone might not seem dire, the real concern arises when considering the possibility that one of these worlds harbors ambitions of invading our utopian reality. What could such a conflict mean for our existence? (Summary by Ben Tucker)

In a future shaped by the escalating tensions of the Cold War, society has retreated underground to escape the relentless threat of atomic and ionic bombs, living in a world free from the prying eyes of satellites. While most embrace this subterranean life, Gusterson stands out as a quirky oddball, choosing to remain topside. His creativity becomes a valuable resource for the less imaginative moles below, who eagerly seek his innovative ideas. However, one of his concepts, despite his dire warnings, spirals into a horrifying reality, manifesting as the terrifying TICKLER‚Aîa creature that ...

Dive into the bizarre and imaginative world of Fritz Leiber with these three uniquely strange stories. These tales are not your typical science fiction; they are odd, unsettling, and yet utterly captivating. Leibers remarkable creativity will challenge your perception and stretch your imagination in delightful ways. Join me as we explore the wonderfully weird realms of his mind. - Summary by phil chenevert