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Here are some truly spooky stories, given a spine-tingling read by Richard Pasco. The stories include "The Mark of the Beast" by Rudyard Kipling, "Aurelia" by E.T.A. Hoffmann, "Ligeia" by Edgar Allan Poe, "Mrs. Amworth" by E.F. Benson, and "Dracula's Guest" by Bram Stoker.

OK, so I accepted Kronin’s call to defeat the Forgotten Gods and save the earth. But don’t thank me yet. Just because I’m on the job doesn’t mean it will be easy—even with the Gladius Solis at my side and the power of Carcerum coursing through my veins. The problem is that the Forgotten aren’t your run of the mill villains. They’re, well...gods. Which means they’re violent, powerful, and crafty as hell. And all manner of human scum is flocking to their side. Along with my vampire problems, strange beauties have started appearing throughout the country, seducing men and women of great power.

What would you do if your entire world was threatened by your closest friends and allies in the universe? Life for Beryl Roberts on humanity’s latest outpost in space is pretty good. Sure, she has some problems. Every animal on the planet is looking for a human-sized snack. Thanks to work, she has to see her ex-boyfriend on a daily basis. And her mother won’t let Beryl forget that she is never going to find anyone better than said ex-boyfriend on a planet where eligible men are few and far between. But overall, it’s not a bad place to be stuck. At least, it wasn’t a bad place to be ...

SBI covers a wide array of topics, often delving into controversial or unconventional subjects. Discussions are informative, entertaining, and occasionally humorous, as M A E S T R O and his guests explore ideas, share personal experiences, and exchange viewpoints on various issues.

Step into a magical world of whimsy and wonder with The Nutcracker and The Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman, brought to life by the captivating narration of Luke Oldham. This timeless holiday tale follows Clara on an enchanting journey, where her Nutcracker prince battles the mischievous Mouse King and guides her to a fantastical kingdom filled with dazzling sights and unforgettable characters.

The wild American West was a dream and hope for many, but for some it was a place to die. Lucky Tom Turner has finally run out of the good fortune that kept him alive for so long. Rescue the brilliant scientist, elude the New Confederacy, and escape the Prussians determined to torture him for secrets only he has - that's all his country asked of him.

There is no "meaning of life". There is only the meaning of your life. If you want to live with meaning and purpose, forget the well-worn paths of religion and materialism, and ignore the daily advertising barrage. There’s no reason to wait until you die, and nothing for sale will ever bring you lasting fulfillment. Whether you are in school, are actively searching for what to do with your life, or are at a career crossroads, this audiobook is the map to a life of meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.

Poetry; a unique and beautiful way to express feelings and ideas. Weaving words into perfect poetic prose, these authors remind you of your childhood, bring comfort from the hardships of life, fiercely spur emotions, and tell tales of old. All lovers of poetry will find a favorite here. Featuring poetry from Amy Ledford, J.E. Feldman, Datura Lily, Vanessa Bane, Sydnie Beaupré, Jennifer Carr, John Greville, L.T. Adams, and S Jade Path.

An Weihnachten entdeckt die kleine Marie einen Nussknacker bei den Geschenken. Sie nimmt ihn zu sich. In der Nacht wird der Nussknacker lebendig. Er führt eine Schlacht gegen ein Mäuseheer und den Mäusekönig. Marie wird verletzt.

Mord auf der Zielgeraden - Bahn frei für Hobbydetektivin Lady Emily Hardcastle und ihre Zofe Flo Armstrong! September 1909. Eine Woche mit eleganten Dinnern, rauschenden Partys und aufregenden Autorennen - Lady Hardcastle und ihre Zofe Florence Armstrong folgen der Einladung Lord Riddlethorpes auf dessen Landsitz. Doch während des ersten Rennens geschieht ein fürchterlicher Unfall, und einer der Fahrer stirbt. Die beiden Frauen ahnen, dass kein Fahrfehler dahintersteckt, sondern eine weitaus teuflischere Ursache.

Previously published as A Timeless Affair by E T McNamara. Fans of historical romance novels and those of time travel love stories such as The Time Traveler’s Wife, Somewhere in Time, The Lake House, and Outlander will find both in A Timeless Attraction. Surviving a challenging childhood that had her father abandoning her when she was an infant and her mother dying when she was sixteen years old, Molly Hannon was looking forward to her new life as a history teacher in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. However, a cheating boyfriend and the resultant breakup created additional challenges. Still, ...

Hörspiel, Lesung, Oper, Gesang: So abwechslungs- und facettenreich E. T. A. Hoffmanns Sammlung ist, so vielseitig ist die grandiose Umsetzung durch Klaus Buhlert. Eigens komponierte Musik und die herausragenden Sprecher machen die phantastischen Erzählungen zum Hörspiel-Ereignis für Groß und Klein. Enthält: "Der Einsiedler Serapion", "Rat Krespel", "Das Fräulein von Scuderi", "Nussknacker und Mausekönig", "Eine Spukgeschichte", "Der Baron von B.", "Die Bergwerke zu Falun", "Der Artushof", "Die Automate", "Nachricht aus dem Leben eines bekannten Mannes", "Signor Formica" und "Die Königsbraut"

The Shatter Between Heartbeats is not a poetry collection. It is a psychological event. A descent into the raw architecture of the human mind, where trauma is not described but embodied-where anxiety tightens like a vice, depression seals every exit, and survival is carved line by line without anesthesia. Written by E. T. Vale and edited by Amir Kapoor, this groundbreaking anthology explores the lived experience of mental illness through twenty-four unflinching, interconnected poems.

E. T. A. Hoffmann (1776-1822) was a German Romantic author of fantasy and horror as well as a jurist, composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. His stories were highly influential during the 19th century, and he is one of the major authors of the Romantic movement. This audiobook includes three short stories: 'The Mines of Falun', 'Gambler's Luck' and 'The Cremona Violin'.

Märchen aus dem Zarenreich gelesen von Andreas Muthesius. Denkt man an das alte Zarenreich, denkt man an Wohlstand und Reichtum, aber auch an Armut und Elend. Aus diesen Unterschieden sind viele Märchen entstanden, die wahrlich fesselnd wirken, den Zuhörer zum Nachdenken, aber auch zum Träumen anregen. Gerade in Deutschland leben mittlerweile mehr als 1 Millionen Menschen, deren ursprüngliche Heimat Russland ist.

After Grant Riven and his fellow Hallowed saved Dios from the Mute threat, Grant retired with more money that he could possibly spend. He never planned to go to war again...until he learned Cloud Nine Engineering was still mutating innocent people in hopes of creating more like him. Taking down a huge corporation that controls every lever of power in Dios seems impossible, yet with his allies determined to try, Grant has no choice but to do all he can to keep them safe...even if he believes they’ve lost the war before it starts.

Lydia McIntosh left her old life behind when she said good-bye to Prairie Town, North Carolina, and started over halfway across the country with her beloved Gran, away from her family, away from everyone who knew the person she once was and from the identity she never quite wanted in the first place. When her grandmother passes away, she returns home, and while she intends to stay only for the funeral, her grandmother has other plans - from the grave.

Nehmen sie sich doch mal eine kleine Auszeit mit diesen 6 ausgewählten Klassikern der deutschen Literatur! Begegnen sie mit diesem Hörbuch den großen deutschen Schriftstellern des 18. und 19. Jahrhunderts: Theodor Fontane, Gottfried Keller, Heinrich von Kleist, E. T. A. Hoffmann, sowie Theodor Storm und lassen sie sich mit ihren Werken wie "Der Schimmelreiter", "Das Fräulein von Scuderi" oder "Der Stechlin" in jene Zeit entführen.

Der Roman spielt im Paris des Jahres 1680, und beginnt damit, dass jemand in das Haus des Fräuleins von Scuderi will, einer alten Frau, die für Adelige Geschichten schreibt, in denen diese die Helden sind. Die Zofe Mariniere hat Angst, weil es schon spät ist, und weil der Diener, Bapiste, bei seiner Schwester auf Hochzeit ist. Die Angst besteht nicht zu Unrecht, denn zu jener Zeit gab es in Paris viele heimtückische Giftmorde, und die Kriminalität in den Straßen war sehr hoch.

Ein Serienmörder versetzt das nächtliche Paris in Angst und Schrecken: Reiche Männer, die ihren Geliebten Schmuck bringen wollen, werden heimtückisch überfallen. Als der König sich an die geistreiche Dichterin Fräulein von Scuderi wendet, begegnet sie dem Fall zunächst mit einem Bonmot – bis sie selbst ein rätselhaftes Schmuckkästchen mitsamt Nachricht des Täters erhält. Nun wird ihr klar: Sie muss dem Geheimnis auf den Grund gehen.