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Dive into the captivating world of science fiction, where speculative literature invites you to explore the far-reaching consequences of ideas that align with nature and scientific inquiry, yet transcend the realities of the authors time. These stories serve as philosophical thought experiments, woven into entertaining narratives that challenge the mind. In a realm where protagonists often rely on intellect rather than action to solve dilemmas, the possibilities are endless—limited only by the bounds of imagination. The carefully curated tales in this collection were penned before 1962 ...

Dive into the captivating world of science fiction, a genre rich in imagination and exploration of sociological and technological possibilities. This carefully curated collection features reader-selected short stories that have entered the US public domain due to unrenewed copyrights. Enjoy thought-provoking narratives that spark curiosity about the future, all summarized by Cori Samuel with insights from Wikipedia.

This is a full, unabridged, uninterrupted version of the Book of Psalms, read by best-selling faith-based narrator, Steve Cook. It contains no commentary or other human adornment, only the pure, living Word of God, profitable for teaching, convicting, correcting, and instructing in righteousness. The reading is taken from the Revised Geneva Translation of the Holy Bible. The RGT is a 21st Century update of the 1599 Geneva Bible.

Classic short stories told by candlelight. These stories are designed for you to enjoy while falling asleep. Here you'll find works by famous classic authors such as O. Henry, Edgar Allen Poe, Charles Dickens, George Orwell, The Brother's Grimm, Hans Christian Anderson, and so many more.

Long before 2012 entered the public eye, a handful of pioneers dedicated themselves to studying the scientific, spiritual, and prophetic evidence that marks this year as a critical time in our planet's history. In The Mystery of 2012, eight of these thought leaders present reliable research alongside eye-opening revelations - all to help you prepare for what lies beyond this crossroads.

Welcome to a very special issue of Weird Tales. This issue celebrates the Bram Stoker Awards, the “Oscars” of the horror trade. They are presented every year by the Horror Writers Association (horror.org), a group founded in 1985 (and incorporated in 1987) by a collective of masters of that genre, including Joe R. Lansdale, Karen Lansdale, Robert McCammon, and Dean Koontz. This issue is packed with short stories, flash fiction, poems, and an essay—all written by past winners of the Bram Stoker Award.

A collection of short stories for kids from around the world. This collection includes “Winnie-the-Pooh and the Bees” by A. A. Milne, “Gigi Finds Her Voice” by Lorena Romero, “Calypso in the Kitchen” by Lauren Kratz Prushko, “The Kind Elephant” by Molly Milazzo, and “The Thankful Tree” by Lorena Romero.

The seventh of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, contains a variety of odes, elegies, addresses, epitaphs and dedications that praise, mourn and remember some of history's greatest and most memorable statesmen (such as Napoleon Bonaparte, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln) and writers (such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, Charles Dickens and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow). The collection also includes an introductory essay by author and poet Richard Le Gallienne (1866-1947). - Summary by Tomas Peter

Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include literary figures--Alice Mangold Diehl, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Arthur Hugh Clough; philosophers--Hegel, Kierkegaard; religious thinkers--Martin Luther, Cotton Mather; political leaders--Thomas Jefferson, John F. Kennedy; important documents--the Constitution of Japan (1946), the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom; moments in history--the Battle of the Crater, the Dred Scott Decision; historical figures--the Pseudo Dionysius and Xenophon; and, lastly, shopper's tips for watermelons ...

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 500+ audiobooks, all ad freeI deny that the American short story is at a low ebb, and I offer the present volume as a revelation of the best that is now being done in this field. I agree with Mrs. Colum that the best stories are only to be found after a laborious dusty search, but this is the proof rather than the refutation of my position.[excerpt from Introduction] - Summary by Edward J. O'Brien, Editor

Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. ( Summary by A. ...

These are first chapters to books first published in 1916. Readers, following is a tentative list culled from Wikipedia's article on the year in Literature; most of the works are to be found on Project Gutenberg. - Summary by Matt Pierard

Join Finn, a brave little whale who gets lost in the ocean and must find his way home. Discover the unbreakable bond between a girl and her cat, meet Murphy, the accident-prone dog whose tail always gets him into trouble. Celebrate love, family, and marriage equality in Our Big Day. Explore the world of Fox & Son Tailers, where Rory has his own amazing ideas for tail-making. Follow Mr. Wolf on a woolly adventure to save his socks and prepare for a ball with the help of his friends.

30 Ghost Stories is an assortment of ghostly and spine-chilling stories, each particularly created to inspire a feeling of the heavenly. The tales include various tormented settings, from creaky old houses to baffling memorial parks, loaded up with phantoms, spirits, and shocking ghosts. The characters in every story frequently end up facing the obscure, whether it's a disrupting presence, an unexplainable occasion, or the waiting soul of the past. Subjects of retribution, incomplete business, and the secrets of life following death are woven all through the assortment, making a climatic ...

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 1000+ audiobooks, all ad free!This Ghost and Horror Collection features 15 stories of a wide variety in length as in content! Short and long stories; well-known names in the genre, as well as lesser known; fictional accounts, along with accounts of events that really occurred; horrors to send shivers up your spine, but also ghosts that predict your future love life; and, of course, the terrible fate that nobody can escape..death!

Women Connected in Wisdom: A Book of Stories and Resources Rooted in the Eight Dimensions of Wellness is a weaving together of stories, experiences, and resources from a diverse group of women with a depth of knowledge. This volume is a celebration of our different life experiences, racial backgrounds, and generations of wisdom. Written by a distinguished network of 18 experts who are intentional about maintaining wellness and thriving in their work and the world. These authors are delighted to share purposeful resources and personal stories to help others do the same.

Our podcast includes the audios from our picture books, chapter books and teen novels. It will also include narrated versions of our favorite children's classics. Our picture books can be purchased on our website https://www.allaboutkidspub.com/ under Enhanced eBooks which include the pages from the book along with the audio that you hear here. If you like the audio you'll love the eBook version. Get a free eBook with coupon code: Podcast. These play as a MOVie file. We hope our listeners enjoy our stories as much as we did producing them!

20 Short Science Fiction Stories is a collection of classic sci-fi tales exploring themes like space exploration, time travel, artificial intelligence, and human nature. Stories such as The Skull and The Man from Time deal with time paradoxes, while The Defenders and Second Variety examine the consequences of war and AI. The Eyes Have It adds humor with a misunderstanding of language, and The Crystal Crypt delivers a suspenseful mystery. From dystopian futures to alien encounters, these stories challenge perception, ethics, and survival in imaginative and thought-provoking ways. Summary by ...

Contending for the Word is a podcast devoted to helping inform, educate, equip, and warn people about false teachers, false movements, and unbiblical philosophies.

This is a collection of 31 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2016.