Short Stories
Short Stories
Savor perfectly crafted narratives that deliver maximum impact in minimal time. From pulse-pounding thrillers to heartwarming tales, each story is a complete journey—a moment of escape, a spark of inspiration, a memory that lingers.
California Coast Trails
by Joseph Chase
In 1911, decades before California's coast Highway 1 was built, an Englishman rode 2000 miles on horseback the length of California, from Mexico to Oregon. On the way he is courteously received at isolated ranches, has many quiet adventures, and is generally amazed by the beauty of our coast. A classic early California travelog. Chase was born in Islington (London) and but lived most of this life in the California desert.
The Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter
by Beatrix Potter
Step into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter, born in Victorian London on July 28th, 1866. Her enduring legacy includes beloved children's stories that continue to captivate hearts around the world. From the mischievous Peter Rabbit to the endearing characters that populate her tales, the Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter holds the timeless charm that resonates with both those who cherish childhood memories of her stories and newcomers discovering their magic for the very first time. These delightful tales are a source of warmth and wonder, making them a cherished addition to any reader's collection. Explore the timeless magic of Beatrix Potter's stories and embark on a journey into a world of imagination and delight.
Parables From Nature
by Margaret Gatty
Are you looking for a heartwarming and educational audiobook experience for you or your family? Look no further than Margaret Gatty's Parables From Nature! This charming collection of stories and parables offers valuable lessons about the natural world and the importance of kindness and respect for all living things. With its engaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations, Parables From Nature is a must-listen for children and adults alike. Don't miss out on this chance to learn and be inspired – start listening to Parables From Nature today!
Grimms Fairy Tales
by The Brothers Grimm
Step into the enchanting realm of Grimms' Fairy Tales! Brought to you by the legendary Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm, this iconic collection, first unveiled in 1812, houses some of the most celebrated fairy tales of German origin. From captivating adventures to dark and thrilling narratives, the tales weave magic, morals, and a touch of the mysterious. Discover the stories that have captivated imaginations for generations and inspired countless adaptations around the world. Immerse yourself in these timeless tales and let the age-old magic of the Grimms guide you through lands of wonder and enchantment!
The Double - A Petersburg Poem
by Fyodor Dostoevsky
In this classic novella, the life of a drab office clerk named Golyadkin begins to be haunted by his "doppelgänger," a man identical to him possessing all the charm and charisma Golyadkin lacks. This double shows up over and over again, succeeding in the things Golyadkin has failed to do throughout his life. As this double infiltrates himself more and more into Golyadkin's life, the reader is left wondering who he is and what his purposes might be.
The Innocence of Father Brown
by G. K. Chesterton
Join us as we solve mysteries and unravel mysteries with the clever and insightful Father Brown. In The Innocence of Father Brown, G.K. Chesterton masterfully blends detective fiction with spiritual themes to create a one-of-a-kind series of mystery stories. With his sharp wit, intellect, and deep understanding of human nature, Father Brown is the perfect guide to solving the most complex and confounding cases. Subscribe now and experience the magic of Chesterton's timeless tales, a must-listen for mystery lovers and fans of classic literature.
The Piazza
by Herman Melville
Discover the beauty and mystery of the natural world with The Piazza by Herman Melville! This collection of short stories and essays explores the relationship between humanity and the natural world, offering poignant insights and observations on the beauty and majesty of the natural world. With its lyrical prose and thought-provoking ideas, The Piazza is a must-listen for anyone interested in nature writing or the works of Herman Melville. So why wait? Start listening to The Piazza today and let Melville's words transport you to the beauty and wonder of the natural world.
Flappers and Philosophers
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Flappers and Philosophers was the first collection of short stories written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1920. It includes eight stories
Barks and Purrs
by Colette
Barks and Purrs is a collection of seven episodes in the lives of Toby-Dog, a French Bulldog, and Kiki-the-Demure, a Maltese cat, living in a comfortable household. The episodes cover a hot afternoon, a train ride, and what happened when dinner was late or their mistress was ill. We hear about the first fire in autumn, a heavy storm, and about a visitor in the household. Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette-Willy was throughout her life a controversial French novelist. She published around 50 novels; the best known is "Gigi"
Uncle Wiggily's Story Book
by Howard Garis
Dear Children: This is a quite different book from any others you may have read about me. In this volume I have some adventures with real children, like yourselves, as well as with my animal friends. These stories tell of the joyous, funny, exciting and everyday adventures that happen to you girls and boys. There is the story about a toothache, which you may read, or have read to you, when you want to forget the pain. There is a story of a good boy and a freckled girl. And there is a story about a bad boy, but not everyone is allowed to read that. There is a story for nearly every occasion in the life of a little boy or girl; about the joys of Christmas, of a birthday; about different animals, about getting lost, and one about falling in a mud puddle. And there are stories about having the measles and mumps, and getting over them. I hope you will like this book as well as you seem to have cared for the other volumes about me. And you will find some beautiful pictures in this book. Now, as Nurse Jane is calling me, I shall have to hop along. But I hope you will enjoy these stories. Your friend, Uncle Wiggily Longears.
UFOs - Sol Good Shorts
by Sol Good Network
This podcast reviews compelling stories that suggest an extraterrestrial presence on Earth
Aunt Milly's Diamonds
by Ruth Lamb
Warm your heart with the enchanting "Aunt Milly's Diamonds," a tale of family, tradition, and the magic of storytelling. Ruth Lamb's narrative brings to life a cozy Christmas Eve, where Aunt Milly shares a treasured family story with her grandchildren. This podcast celebrates the bonds that connect generations and the stories that make us who we are. Gather around for a memorable listen.
In Kashla's Garden
by Oscar Schisgall
Step into the mystical realm of "In Kashla's Garden" by Oscar Schisgall, a riveting narrative set under the cloak of night in May of 1927. This enchanting tale weaves the ancient art of hypnotism into a story that will capture your imagination and lead you through a garden of wonder and peril. As you navigate the paths of Kashla's mysterious garden, prepare to be entranced by the secrets that lie hidden beneath its lush foliage. Perfect for those drawn to the allure of magic and the unexplained, this podcast promises a journey into the heart of enchantment where every turn reveals a new layer of mystery. Let the hypnotic allure of Kashla's world seduce you into a listening experience unlike any other.
The Death Pit
by Oscar Schisgall
Experience the chilling tale of "The Death Pit," a narrative steeped in grim tragedy and suspense. Set in the shadowy depths of despair, this story by Oscar Schisgall will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you're drawn to dark themes and foreboding atmospheres, prepare for a journey into the heart of darkness with this gripping episode.
Tall Tales from Texas
by Mody Coggin Boatright
Some tall tales from Texas. Lies? well, just stretching the truth a bit. These 8 stories have lots of good 'ol Texas 'dialect' in them so if you are from that state or just enjoy talking like that, these are for you. You know you've always wanted to talk like a cowboy and sit around the campfire after a day ridin' t he range and corralling them 'dogies while someone just spins a tale of pure beautiful lies.
Short Stories by Fyodor Dostoevsky
by Fyodor Dostoevsky
Experience the brilliance and depth of Fyodor Dostoevsky's storytelling with his collection of short stories. Delve into the complexities of the human psyche, explore the depths of the human soul, and discover the power of literature to transform and inspire. Experience the enduring relevance of one of the greatest writers of all time, and the ability of his work to illuminate the human experience with insight and nuance.
Fifty Famous Stories Retold
by James Baldwin
Fifty Famous Stories Retold by James Baldwin is a collection of short stories that give a snapshot into the life of a legendary hero or an event in history. Hear how Alexander the Great tamed Bucephalus, the kindness of Doctor Goldsmith, William Tell, George Washington and his hatchet, King Alfred as well as many other interesting tales.
Love Stories
by Sol Good Network
Here are 20 love stories under an hour each, covering all kinds of experiences involving romantic or other kinds of love resulting in heartbreak or happiness -- where the heart overflows with passion, pride, emotion or wonder.
Poems and Songs in the Lancashire Dialect
by Edwin Waugh
A selection of poems in the Lancashire dialect by the foremost exponent of the form. A printer by training, Edwin Waugh left his trade for secretarial work and began his literary career in 1852. His first dialect poem, 'Come whoam to thi' childer and me', was written at the Clarence Hotel, Manchester, on 10 June 1856 and published in the Manchester Examiner the following day. The best known Lancashire dialect poem of its day, it inspired numerous followers whose dialect poetry and prose provided an often nostalgic accompaniment to the sound and fury of the industrial revolution. This selection of dialect poems was published shortly after Waugh's death alongside a selection of his standard English poetry. It consists of the poems that editor George Milner judged to be presentable and is accompanied by a critical introduction and commentary on Waugh's use of the Rochdale variety of the Lancashire dialect.
Serial Killers - Sol Good Shorts
by Sol Good Network
SERIAL KILLERS - Sol Good Shorts Join us as we delve into the twisted minds of some of history's most notorious killers.
South African Folk-Lore Tales
by Sanni Metelerkamp
Sanni Metelerkamp was a South African playwright and author born in 1867. She is well known for her biography of her great-grandfather, George Rex, the British born entrepreneur who founded the town of Knysna and was rumoured to have been an illegitimate son of King George III. Possibly her greatest legacy however is the publication of a collection of folk tales which in her own words "… are the common property of every country child in South Africa." By the time she published "Outa Karel’s Stories: South African Folk-Lore Tales" in 1914, South Africa had come through a time of great turmoil. There had been years of conflict between the Boer settlers, the Zulus and the British. The arrival of peoples from all over the world seeking gold and diamonds together with the advent of the railroads, was opening up the country and changing society. Sanni was afraid that many of the old traditions and stories would be lost and so set down these few for posterity. She also stated " I greatly regret that (the stories) appear here in what is, to them, a foreign tongue. No one who has not heard them in the Taal - that quaint, expressive language of the people - can have any idea of what they lose through translation, but, having been written in the first instance for English publications, the original medium was out of the question." However, even The Taal (which in South Africa refers to Afrikaans) would not have been the language from whence these tales originated. They came from the oral traditions of the indigenous peoples of South Africa . The storyteller is Outa Karel, an old family retainer and though they are told here in English, there are several words and expressions in the "Taal". There is however an excellent Glossary at the beginning of the book which is read as a separate file for reference.
Tales of a Traveler
by Washington Irving
Writing under the pseudonym, Geoffrey Crayon, Washington Irving chronicled his travels through Europe in the early 1820’s. He wrote of people he met, places he saw and stories he was told. In fact, much of the work is recounting tales told to him by those with exotic adventures that were waiting to be shared. “Tales of a Traveler” is broken up into four separate parts or “Books,” as Irving called them. The final book is almost a post-script to “Knickerbocker’s History of New York” as he tells stories and describes Manhattan Island and nearby lands as they were almost two hundred years ago. This rough land, still mostly wilderness, had the fingerprints of the early Dutch colonists evident throughout.
The Art of Worldly Wisdom
by Baltasar Gracian
300 short maxims by Spanish Jesuit Baltasar Gracian (1601-1658). The advice is still useful and insightful for our modern world. Gracian was considered one of the most interesting philosophers by both Nietzsche und Schopenhauer, and the latter translated The Art of Worldly Wisdom into German. This English translation was done by the famous Australian fairy-tale collector Joseph Jacobs (1854-1916)
The Book of Lies
by Aleister Crowley
Delve into the mysterious world of The Book of Lies by Aleister Crowley and discover a unique and thought-provoking work of literature! This collection of prose poems and short essays explores a wide range of topics, including mysticism, magic, and the nature of consciousness. With its unconventional structure and provocative ideas, The Book of Lies is a challenging and rewarding listen for anyone interested in alternative spirituality or philosophy. So why wait? Start listening to The Book of Lies today and explore the boundaries of your own understanding.
The Divine Comedy
by Dante Alighieri
The Divine Comedy (Italian: Commedia, later christened "Divina" by Giovanni Boccaccio), written by Dante Alighieri between 1308 and his death in 1321, is widely considered the central epic poem of Italian literature, the last great work of literature of the Middle Ages and the first great work of the Renaissance. A culmination of the medieval world-view of the afterlife, it establishes the Tuscan dialect in which it is written as the Italian standard, and is seen as one of the greatest works of world literature. - The Divine Comedy is composed of three canticas (or "cantiche") — Inferno (Hell), Purgatorio (Purgatory), and Paradiso (Paradise) — composed each of 33 cantos (or "canti"). The very first canto serves as an introduction to the poem and is generally not considered to be part of the first cantica, bringing the total number of cantos to 100. - The poet tells in the first person his travel through the three realms of the dead, lasting during the Easter Triduum in the spring of 1300.
The Enchiridion
by Epictetus
The Enchiridion (also translated as “Handbook” or “Manual”) of Epictetus is a short collection of Stoic precepts compiled by Arrian, a student of Epictetus. Epictetus (c. 50 – 135 AD) was a Greek philosopher and a champion of Stoicism, a philosophy dedicated to tranquility of the mind and soul via practical, actionable advice. Popular in the ancient and medieval world, it has even found favor in the contemporary military; fighter pilot James Stockdale attributed his survival of over seven years as a prisoner of war to the way of thinking contained in this short work.
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
by Samuel Coleridge
If you're a fan of poetry or enjoy exploring themes of nature, redemption, and the human experience, then you should definitely give "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge a listen. This epic poem, first published in 1798, tells the story of a sailor who survives a terrible voyage and is doomed to wander the earth, telling his tale to anyone who will listen. The poem is known for its vivid imagery and thought-provoking themes, making it a timeless work of literature that is still relevant today. Plus, the language and rhythm of the poem make it a pleasure to listen to and experience. So if you want to dive into a classic work of poetry and explore the human experience in a unique and imaginative way, give "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" a listen.
The Song of Hiawatha
by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Song of Hiawatha is an 1855 epic poem in trochaic tetrameter by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow which features Native American characters. The epic relates the fictional adventures of an Ojibwe warrior named Hiawatha and the tragedy of his love for Minnehaha, a Dakota woman. Events in the story are set in the Pictured Rocks area of Michigan on the south shore of Lake Superior. Longfellow's poem is based on oral traditions surrounding the figure of Manabozho, but it also contains his own innovations.
Treny - Laments (in Polish & English)
by Jan Kachanowski
Jan Kochanowski (1530-84) was the greatest Polish poet of his time and probably the most famous name in Polish literature before Adam Mickiewicz (1798 - 1855). His masterpiece is considered to be his Laments, a series of nineteen poems commemorating his daughter Ursula, who died in 1579 at the age of two and a half . In simple but eloquent language, Kochanowski describes his journey from savage grief to reconciliation, and even in translation his verse retains much of its power and conviction. In this bilingual presentation each poem will be read first in the original Polish and then in English translation.
UFOs and UAPs - From Myth to Mainstream
by Sol Good Network
This podcast reviews compelling texts, documents, and stories that suggest an extraterrestrial presence on Earth
Candide
by Voltaire
Candide is a relentless, brutal assault on government, society, religion, education, and, above all, optimism. Dr. Pangloss teaches his young students Candide and Cunegonde that everything in this world is for the best, a sentiment they cling to as the world steps in to teach them otherwise. The novel is brilliant, hilarious, blasphemous. . . and Voltaire never admitted to writing it.
Billionaires
by Sol Good Network
If you're looking for inspiration and insights on how to achieve success, be sure to check out "Billionaires," the podcast that takes an inside look at the lives of some of the most wealthy individuals in the world and explores what we can learn from them. Each episode delves into the strategies, mindset and lessons from the world's most successful billionaires like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Bernard Arnault, Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Warren Buffett, Larry Ellison, Larry Page, Sergey Brin and Mukesh Ambani. Don't miss out on your chance to gain valuable insights and strategies to help you achieve your own success. Tune in now!
30 Ghost Stories
by Sol Good Network
Are you ready to be terrified? The '30 Scary Stories' podcast features a collection of 30 spine-chilling tales that will have you sleeping with the lights on. From ghostly encounters to creepy urban legends, these stories are guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. Don't say we didn't warn you - this podcast is not for the faint of heart. Are you brave enough to listen?
Andersen's Fairy Tales
by Hans Christian Andersen
A collection of eighteen fairy tales - some popular, some lesser known - by famous Danish author Hans Christian Andersen.
Carry On, Jeeves
by P.G. Wodehouse
"Carry On, Jeeves" is a collection of ten short stories, many of which had previously appeared in the Saturday Evening Post, and some were rewritten versions of stories in the collection My Man Jeeves.
A Wine of Wizardy
by George Sterling
A dark and moody collection of poems, influenced by the author's experience of nature, rather than an idealized notion of it. "The uncrowned King of Bohemia," as his friends called him, published this work against much public criticism.
Amoretti - A Sonnet Sequence
by Edmund Spenser
The Amoretti (meaning little love poems) is a sequence of 89 sonnets written in the tradition of the Petrarchan sonnets, a popular form for poets of the Renaissance period. Spenser’s sequence has been largely neglected in modern times, while those of his contemporaries William Shakespeare and Sir Philip Sidney have been acclaimed. However, because of the artistic skill, along with the emotion and the humor exhibited, these poems deserve a broader hearing, even though they may be somewhat difficult for the present-day reader, partly through Spenser’s love for words and expressions that were already archaic in his time.
Christmas Stories
by Sol Good Network
Spark the magic of the festive season with our collection of classic Christmas stories! From snowy adventures to heartwarming tales by the fireside, these cherished stories have brought holiday joy for generations. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or a quiet evening by the tree, dive into tales that embody the spirit of Christmas. Listen now and let the timeless holiday tales fill your home with wonder and warmth!
H.P. Lovecraft Short Horror Stories
by H.P. Lovecraft
Step into the eerie world of Lovecraft and let your ears be captivated by tales of cosmic horror and unspeakable creatures. Known for his masterful atmosphere creation and unsettling narratives, Lovecraft's stories are a thrilling journey through the unknown. If you're craving chills or a deep dive into the bizarre, immerse yourself in these audio tales and let Lovecraft's unparalleled imagination envelop you. Listen now, if you dare!
Aesop's Fables
by Aesop
Delve into Aesop's Fables – timeless tales brimming with life lessons and moral insights. Crafted by the ancient Greek storyteller, Aesop, these short, engaging narratives from the 6th century BCE feature animals in compelling roles, teaching virtues like honesty, kindness, and responsibility. Perfect for all ages, they're not only instructive but also delightful to listen to, thanks to their vibrant and imaginative storytelling. For those seeking both entertainment and wisdom, Aesop's Fables are an unmatched treasure