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Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. The Russian Literary Tradition has justly earned a magnificent reputation. The Russian Empire of the Czars was a huge and disparate patchwork of peoples ruled by an overbearing elite that employed a middle-class bureaucracy to keep the working class firmly underfoot. Within its vaulted ranks are a role call of many of the greatest literary talents of the ages.

She knows that it's not appropriate. She knows that she shouldn't be reading this here, among all these other people. But she can't help herself... "Seduced in the Library" is an erotic short story about a woman who finds pleasure in a romantic erotic story in the library.

10 dramas focusing on women's untold stories from history. This diverse, eclectic collection of plays explores an array of social, political and historical events from a female point of view. In these captivating dramas, we see the world through their eyes, giving us a fresh perspective on a...

Dive into a captivating anthology as LibriVox readers present 20 enchanting short stories spanning various genres. Featuring the talents of renowned authors like Edna Ferber, Charlotte Brontë, Stephen Crane, W. Somerset Maugham, Lord Dunsany, Saki, and Honoré de Balzac, this collection promises to transport you to different times and places with every tale.

This seventh volume in the "Sacred Sleep" series contains the first 5 Books of the Bible in their entirety (nearly 13 hours of God's spoken word), spoken over soothing music by 7-time #1 Best-Selling Narrator, Steve Cook. It was created with a biblical model of peace in mind, to form a unique bedtime experience that will help you get the rest you need while deepening your faith and drawing you closer to God. Our prayer is that not only will God's word abide in you more richly (John 15: 7-8), but also that "your sleep will be sweet.

Dive into a captivating collection of modern ghost stories, carefully curated to showcase a variety of unique ghostly encounters and the artistry behind each tale. This anthology is sure to delight anyone with a fascination for the supernatural! (summary by J. M. Smallheer)

VOICES: a sacred sisterscape, spearheaded by Grammy-nominated poet aja monet (When The Poems Do What They Do), is an audio experience of stories written by, narrated by, and centering Black women across the diaspora. It encourages radical listening for the sake of connection, compassion, and community and celebrates the interior lives Black women embody. “We seek to encourage and establish a culture that fosters radical truth-telling love & solidarity,” —aja monet, Artistic Creative Director, Voices at V-Day.

Enjoy the best of Lakeland poets Wordsworth, Coleridge and Southey in this specially selected anthology, including The Two-Part Prelude, Wordsworth's own shortened version of his great autobiographical work The Prelude, and Coleridge's celebrated Kubla Khan. John Rowe, Alex Jennings and Stephen...

The Book of Enoch describes the fall of a group of angels called the Watchers, who married the daughters of men and fathered the Nephilim (Genesis 6: 1-2). The Book of Jubilees, also known as The Little Genesis and The Apocalypse of Moses, reveals heaven's viewpoint of history. The Book of Jasher deals with the antediluvian patriarchs, angels, watchers, the flood, the tower of Babel and other events mentioned in the Bible.

A growing number of people are beginning to see things in a radically different way. In other words, more and more of us are starting to “wake up” spiritually—to discover an entirely new identity beyond the usual sense of who we think we are. But what is spiritual awakening, really? How...

'The Revelation of John': John Gielgud reads from the 'Book of Revelation', the final book in the New Testament in which St John the Divine reveals his vision of the Apocalypse. Specially composed music is included. The readings were part of BBC Radio 4's series of 341 daily episodes of the...

You said you'd listen to your favorite narrators read anything: Well, this ambrosial new audiobook brings together an acclaimed cast of narrators to read aloud the menus of some of our favorite local restaurants here at Audible headquarters in Newark, New Jersey, as only they know how. You haven't truly lived, or dined, until you've heard Cassandra Campbell capture the emotional nuances of Newark's best Indian-inflected burgers or let Nick Podehl extol the virtues of the pear arugula salad and then seductively steer you toward a plate of creamy mushroom linguini.

Here are classic tales of terror to chill your blood, brilliantly read by the late, great Michael Williams. Enjoy these seven outstanding ghost stories from the masters of the genre: "The Signalman" by Charles Dickens; "The Watcher" by Robert Benson; "The Moonlit Road" by Ambrose Bierce; "Dog or...

Discover a captivating compilation of ancient texts attributed to the apostles of Jesus Christ and their disciples. Once held in high esteem by the early Christian Church during its formative centuries, these writings were ultimately deemed too controversial. After fierce debates among the Bishops of the Nicene Council, they were excluded from the Catholic and Protestant versions of the New Testament during Emperor Constantine’s reign. Translated from their original languages and accompanied by historical insights into their authenticity, this collection—edited by Archbishop Wake and other...

Silence is rare in Nature. When we really listen, Nature is conducting symphonies of sound as her world goes about the day and night. Her invisible heartbeat is everywhere, for everyone. Our eyes are constantly bathed in the wonder of her ways, the soft drizzle of rain from soft grey clouds, the bleached harsh desert sand of a noon day, a wave caressing the shore, to the ravenous colours of a departing sunset. Indeed, whenever we look and listen to the vastness of our world Nature’s beauty is always there for us. In these 60 minutes Nature takes us through her world of wonder.

Dive into LibriVox’s enchanting Children’s Short Works Collection 010, featuring a delightful assortment of 15 short stories for children. Each tale is brought to life by a talented group of LibriVox members, making it a perfect listening experience for young imaginations.

Dive into the captivating world of theater with LibriVoxs One-Act Play Collection 007. This collection features an array of one-act plays from the public domain, brought to life by a talented ensemble of LibriVox members. Experience the diverse narratives, ranging from heartfelt dramas to comedic gems, all narrated and performed by passionate voices. Each play is a unique exploration of human emotions and relationships, making this collection a delightful listen for theater enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

A fact filled collection taking a close-up look at some of the fantastic creatures we live among. Hours of audio fun to keep children entertained while on the move! Introduce your children to four information books about animals around the world, touching on topics such as migration and animal...

With the help of the most iconic children’s stories of all time—including Aesop’s fables, The Three Little Pigs, Hansel and Gretel, and so many others—bedtime stories are proven to help foster a bond between parents and children, lower kids' stress levels, and reinforce their literacy skills and mastery of language.

Dive into the captivating realm of science fiction, a genre that transcends the boundaries of our reality and invites you to explore worlds limited only by the imagination. Here, the rules are dictated by the author, allowing for endless possibilities that spark creativity and inspire scientific advancements. Science fiction not only ignites a passion for the sciences but also serves as a catalyst for many aspiring scientists. It offers a vibrant playground for examining social themes, envisioning future possibilities, and embarking on extraordinary adventures that delve deep into the ...