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Brain Twister

Brain Twister

Written by: Randall Garrett Laurence M. Janifer
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Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated one fateful night at a science-fiction convention—where the cocktails were flowing, and only one of them has ever truly sobered up. Originally titled That Sweet Little Old Lady, Brain Twister takes readers on a thrilling journey with FBI agent Kenneth J. Malone as he navigates the complex web of a telepathic spy. His mission? To uncover the elusive telepath hiding in plain sight, all while grappling with the question how do you catch a mind that can read yours? This captivating novella was nominated for the prestigious Hugo Award in 1960. (Summary from the text and Catharine Eastman)Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Science Fiction
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  • 100 percent The Story of a Patriot (Version 2)-Upton Sinclair

    100 percent The Story of a Patriot (Version 2)-Upton Sinclair
    Aug 11 2026
    Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated one fateful night at a science-fiction convention—where the cocktails were flowing, and only one of them has ever truly sobered up. Originally titled That Sweet Little Old Lady, Brain Twister takes readers on a thrilling journey with FBI agent Kenneth J. Malone as he navigates the complex web of a telepathic spy. His mission? To uncover the elusive telepath hiding in plain sight, all while grappling with the question how do you catch a mind that can read yours? This captivating novella was nominated for the prestigious Hugo Award in 1960. (Summary from the text and Catharine Eastman)
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    9 hrs and 17 mins
  • Reflections on the rise, progress, and probable consequences, of the present contentions with the colonies. By a freeholder-John Erskine

    Reflections on the rise, progress, and probable consequences, of the present contentions with the colonies. By a freeholder-John Erskine
    Aug 10 2026
    Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated one fateful night at a science-fiction convention—where the cocktails were flowing, and only one of them has ever truly sobered up. Originally titled That Sweet Little Old Lady, Brain Twister takes readers on a thrilling journey with FBI agent Kenneth J. Malone as he navigates the complex web of a telepathic spy. His mission? To uncover the elusive telepath hiding in plain sight, all while grappling with the question how do you catch a mind that can read yours? This captivating novella was nominated for the prestigious Hugo Award in 1960. (Summary from the text and Catharine Eastman)
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    2 hrs and 13 mins
  • What The Left Hand Was Doing-Randall Garrett

    What The Left Hand Was Doing-Randall Garrett
    Aug 10 2026
    Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated one fateful night at a science-fiction convention—where the cocktails were flowing, and only one of them has ever truly sobered up. Originally titled That Sweet Little Old Lady, Brain Twister takes readers on a thrilling journey with FBI agent Kenneth J. Malone as he navigates the complex web of a telepathic spy. His mission? To uncover the elusive telepath hiding in plain sight, all while grappling with the question how do you catch a mind that can read yours? This captivating novella was nominated for the prestigious Hugo Award in 1960. (Summary from the text and Catharine Eastman)
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    1 hr and 11 mins
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