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In the midst of the First World War, Pierrot, Dog Of Belgium tells a poignant tale of loss and resilience. The novella opens with a haunting depiction of a ravaged Belgium, where the once vibrant meadows and ancient cities now bear the scars of conflict. As the nation weeps for its fallen, we hear the heart-wrenching cries of citizens—innocent townsfolk, Walloon and Flemish peasants caught in the turmoil of war. Among their stories emerges that of a little girl named Lisa and her faithful dog, whose loyalty echoes through the chaos. This evocative narrative captures not only the devastation ...

The Professor is Charlotte Brontë's first novel albeit the last to have been published. Edited and distributed by Arthur Bell Nicholls, two years after Brontë's death, it is based on her experiences of living as a language student in Brussels. The Professor follows the career and love affairs of William Crimsworth, a reserved but compassionate aristocrat who has been ostracised by his family and left penniless.

In 1914, renowned novelist and poet May Sinclair willingly left the safety of England to venture into the heart of the Western Front. She joined the Munro Ambulance Corps, aiding injured Belgian soldiers in Flanders amidst the horrors of the Great War. Despite her brief yet traumatising time at the frontlines, Sinclairs encounters deeply influenced her subsequent literary works. This podcast delves into her journal, a raw and poignant account of war from the front lines. Sinclair, who faced death multiple times, provides a vivid, heart-wrenching narrative of human suffering and bravery during ...

Delve into the firsthand experiences of an American diplomat stationed in Brussels during the onset of World War I in 1914. The book is a compilation of curated entries from his daily journal, providing a unique lens into the tumultuous atmosphere surrounding Germanys invasion of Belgium. His role as a diplomat for the then-neutral United States positioned him ideally to observe and document the decision-making processes of military and civilian leaders, the publics reaction to the escalating crisis, and the humanitarian efforts of international relief organizations grappling with a sudden ...

In Belgium during WWI, the Red Cross Girls face danger, hidden pasts, and possible romance. With compassion and courage, they bring hope to soldiers and civilians alike.

WINNER OF THE ‘FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR’ AT CRT 2021 Includes an audiobook-exclusive interview with the author discussing his inspiration for Ashes and his family’s history during World War II. A deeply touching novel about two young women whose differences, which once united them, will...

It’s 1918 in German-occupied Bruges, Belgium. With luck, Evelien will make it to the end of the war and be given what she was promised: a prized painting in exchange for safeguarding her employer’s possessions. Until then, Evelien knows to keep her head down and stay out of trouble. But life never goes to plan, especially in war. A member of the Resistance approaches Evelien: steal a list of names hidden in her employer’s home.

Winner of the Aurora Award for Best Novel, 2019 Hell is empty and all the demons are here. The Chatelaine has come. The year is 1328 and Bruges is under siege by the Chatelaine of Hell and her army of chimeras – creatures forged in the deep fires of the Hellbeast. At night, revenants crawl...

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen…but do you recall the most petrifying Christmas figures of all? Not all children fear just a lump of coal in their stockings. Discover the terrifying Yuletide fables, folktales, and folklore that have horrified kids (and adults) for generations...