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Twelve stories from the celebrated author of one of the most famous mystery classics ever written, Trent's Last Case. Philip Trent is an artist, a journalist and an urbane unraveller of highly problematical crimes. Here the unshakable sleuth appears in 12 tales of misadventure, where the crimes that he investigates range from fraud and embezzlement to criminal assault and murder, yet they all succumb to his adept methods - even if the criminal sometimes escapes.

This is a podcast about geeking while female from authors Em Shotwell and E. J. Wenstrom. This is a space for us to dig deep (and sometimes not so deep) into the science fiction and fantasy space within pop culture to celebrate what we love, dissect what's problematic, and be geeks.

Dr. Chamberlain Shay inherited his ancestors' memories. Two thousand years of shipwrecks, brothels, Irish slavery, romance, and gore are crammed into the spirals of his DNA. The memories bring Chamberlain notoriety as a historian and fame as an author, but they are destroying his mind. Embarking on a synapses-bending ride through the harrowing history of his family, Chamberlain searches desperately for the cause of his mother's death.

Evil threatens the world, but a secret organization stands united to stop it. Trinity Smith, a sentinel agent for H.A.L.O, protects the world from energy vampires. She may have met her match in her next target, Frank Tennorman, a self-described reverend with a high body count. Distracted by juggling her work and personal life, Trinity must take Frank down before she becomes caught in his crosshairs. The only thing certain in Trinity’s future is there will be blood.

Katarina’s world of music, love, and laughter is shattered when the Nazis invade Austria. Because of her Jewish background, she must sever relationships to protect those she loves. Fear and anxiety become her constant companions. Time is running out for her and her family, and they know that at any moment they could be arrested, never to be heard from again. When an opportunity to escape the Nazis presents itself, a daring plan is suggested.

Mary is the great-niece of Victor Frankenstein. She knows her uncle disappeared in mysterious circumstances in the Arctic but she doesn't know why or how. She and her husband are trying to make a name for themselves as paleontologists but, in 1850s' London, scientific success requires wealth and connections - neither of which they possess. But then Mary discovers some old family papers that allude to the truth behind her great-uncle's past, of his attempts to create a living being and the creature that ultimately killed him. Perhaps this idea will prove to be their salvation.

Trent's Last Case, published when Conan Doyle and Chesterton were both at the pinnacle of their respective literary careers, was the first detective story to use finger-printing as a means of detecting the criminal. The book was intended to be a gentle parody of the detective genre, only for it to be quickly hailed as a classic.

James Randolph is murdered early one evening and his body found a few hours later. When the police arrive, they discover that Randolph's safe has been ransacked, and discarded wrapping paper litters his bedroom floor. Perhaps by chance or perhaps by design, Trent seems to have been the last person, other than the murderer, to see Randolph alive. But this is only one aspect amongst many which connect Trent with the murder and stimulate his interest.

Amos McGee is a zookeeper who always makes time for his animal friends. One day, when his sniffles and sneezes prevent him from going to the zoo, he receives some unexpected guests. This is a gently humorous tale of friendship and dedication.

In Moving to Paris, you'll hear the memorable story of a young woman who decided to live her dream, summon her courage, and buy a one-way ticket to Paris. You’ll see what it’s like to find your way in a new country, enjoy amusing anecdotes, and share her excitement as she discovers Paris and the French way of life. While enjoying this lively memoir, you'll also hear about lots of great, "off-the-beaten-path" things to see and do in Paris.

What if it is not depression? What if she can remember a better time line? Monica thought her idealistic life was ruined when her father betrayed her. Then, in an attempt to fix things, the time line was altered. Now, she has to realize she is not suffering from mental illness; she can remember the perfect life that disappeared.

Salem, Massachusetts. A town with a rich history of spirits and witches. It’s a place Adam Frost, a former paranormal investigator, never intended to visit again. But his teenage daughter is troubled and shows early signs of self-harm. Can the trip save their fractured relationship? Only time and a haunted house will tell. Surrounding the Frost storyline is a series of tales that utilize the coastal city to ratchet up the chills. Listen if you dare.

This is a whodunit that neatly fits into the history of detective fiction. It features artist Philip Trent as he unexpectedly becomes an amateur detective. Some of his carefully collected information often proved erroneous. It begins when a wealthy American plutocrat, Bigsbee Manderson, uses his finances in attempt to establish rules controlling society. When Manderson is found murdered on the grounds of his country house in England, Trent is hired as a reporter by a press association to investigate and file reports.

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Fasten your seat belts for an anthology of turbulent tales curated by Stephen King and Bev Vincent. This exciting new collection includes an original introduction and story notes for each story by Stephen King, and brand-new stories from Stephen King and Joe Hill.

Kassandra Darkmorré is hiding behind the mask of humanity, living her life as nothing more than a spectator. She watches, knowing the outcome of the lives around her. They lived. They died. While she was left all alone. She never imagined one of her hospice patients would figure out what she was or ask for an explanation on her death bed. And Kassandra surely didn't expect the dying woman to give her something she hadn't had in almost 200 years. Hope.

Over 50 great classic short stories, each around 20 minutes in length - perfect for short journeys, bedtime listening and those moments in between.... 'The Khitmatgar' by B. M. Croker, 'The Mummy of Thompson Pratt' by Charles John Cutcliffe Hyne, 'The Ghost at the Blue Dragon' by William J. Wintle, 'A Tropical Horror' by William Hope Hodgson, 'Miracles' by Barry Pain, 'The Dust That Was Barren' by P. C. Wren, 'His Unconquerable Enemy' by W. C. Morrow, 'A Tiger’s Skin' by W. W. Jacobs....

Ben and his little sister Miley are down on their luck. With mounting medical bills and no income to pay them, Ben will do anything to keep his sister safe and well. When he finds a Poker Night invitation right outside a church, Ben knows his luck must be improving. Will poker night be the beginning of a new life for Ben and Miley, or will it turn Ben into a wrecking ball that destroys the lives of his new poker friends?

Their worst fear comes true when the Holiday Snatcher escapes and kidnaps their friend Candy. Sixth grader, Jengo Allbright, with his best buddy, Billy, means to get her back. He enlists the help of his previously kidnapped sister and his friendly ghost, but his efforts are thwarted by the inexplicable absences of his ghost, the restraints of being grounded, indecipherable clues, and very bad food. Will Jengo and his crew be able to leap the hurdles and find Candy in time?

Humanity has always possessed a fascination with the unknown. More specifically the universe. In the case of thirteen-year-old, ORION MOORE, it literally was all he had ever known. Since birth, Orion has lived amongst a group of over five hundred Earthlings on the Rover Base Alpha, a gigantic space-station that left the Earth decades' prior in search of a new home. In a matter of weeks, the Base's leadership put a plan into action that would send their Rover teams to foreign galaxies in hopes of securing a planet suitable for colonization. At the same time, Orion and his fellow classmates ...