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Following the shocking revelations of DARK DAYS, get ready for the fifth instalment of the bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant series – guaranteed to contain at least 40% humour, 50% action, and 100% thrills…"The blonde girl with the black lips turned to Valkyrie. 'We know,' she said. 'We've seen the future. We know you're going to kill the world…'"Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain are back – just in time to see their whole world get turned upside down…

Dive into the intriguing world of Aldous Huxley, a masterful philosopher and novelist renowned for his thought-provoking works, including the iconic Brave New World. Beyond his most famous novel, Huxley’s literary repertoire spans poetry, short stories, and critical essays, often reflecting a darkly sardonic view shaped by the turmoil of post-World War I Europe. In Mortal Coils, youll discover a collection of four captivating short stories and a compelling play, featuring one of his most celebrated pieces, The Gioconda Smile. Join us on this literary journey, narrated by Kirsten Wever.

Venture into the dark and mysterious world of H. P. Lovecraft’s Medusa's Coil, a tale that combines supernatural horror with a chilling sense of foreboding. When a man arrives at an isolated mansion, he uncovers the terrifying secrets hidden within, secrets that reveal an ancient evil lurking beneath the surface. As the story unfolds, he becomes entangled in a web of dread, deception, and doom, leading to an unforgettable climax that will haunt the listener long after the tale ends.

Carter Langston is murdered whilst salvaging a derelict vessel - a major inconvenience as he's downloaded into a brand new body on the space station where he backed up, several weeks' journey away. But events quickly slip out of control when an assassin breaks into the medbay and tries to finish the job. Death no longer holds sway over a humanity that has spread across the solar system: consciousness can be placed in a new body, or coil, straight after death, giving people the potential for immortality.

When a weary traveler seeks refuge in an abandoned Missouri plantation, he meets an aged recluse who unravels a tale of obsession, dark magic, and a monstrous secret hidden within the enigmatic Marceline. As love turns to dread and family curses entwine with ancient evil, the story spirals into madness, possession, and shocking revelations that defy comprehension.

Professor Miranda Ventham is having bad dreams—nothing new in 1920s Arkham—but hers are horrifying glimpses of a dark future. Now seriously ill, she books herself into the new sanatorium, Stroud Home. With luck, the town's eldritch taint won't reach her there. And yet the nightmares worsen. Aided by her friend, Agatha Crane, they delve into the background of the sanatorium's enigmatic director, Donovan Stroud. Plagued by doubts, delusions, and terrifying visions, Miranda must unravel the shrouded history of the Strouds before she is trapped in a labyrinthine nightmare.

Mortal Coils is a collection of five pieces written by Aldous Huxley in the 1920s. The first one, "The Giaconda Smile", is a short murder story. "Permutations Among the Nightingales" is a play concerning amorous problems experienced by the patrons of a certain establishment. "The Tillotson Banquet" tells of an old artist who was thought to be dead. "Green Tunnels" is about the boredom of a young girl on holiday with her family. "Nuns at Luncheon" is a story told by a nun falling in love.

When Margot learns she is carrying her husband Knox's child, she questions if she can bear another loss after a failed pregnancy divided her and Jason. Knox celebrates the news—despite the sorrow and guilt still lingering after his astrophysicist ex, Tiffany, died one year ago-until an earthquake jostles their Hollywood apartment and strips them of power. Moments later, when a small fissure opens in Venice Beach, Jason discovers an abandoned little girl outside his home.

Navigate through life with Ari, as we talk about daily challenges and how to overcome them.

Welcome to Straight From The Coil — a podcast that goes beyond the beeps. This series is all about the mental side of metal detecting: the mindset, motivation, and meaning behind the hunt. Whether you’re in a slump, seeking clarity, or just need real talk from someone who gets it, you're in the right place. New episodes dive into patience, persistence, personal growth, and the honest truths most detectorists don’t talk about — but should. Expect real talk, personal stories, and practical wisdom from the field — because the best tool you have isn’t in your hand… It’s in your ...

Chats with founders, hair stylists, creatives, and creators shaping the future of the Black and textured hair industry. Curated and hosted by Tyesha Friday

Welcome to "Caffeine & Coils," the ultimate podcast for all things heating, ventilation, and air conditioning! Whether you're an HVAC professional, a homeowner, or simply curious about the inner workings of these essential systems, this podcast is your go-to source for valuable insights, expert interviews, and cutting-edge industry trends.

Books 4, 5 and 6 in the SKULDUGGERY PLEASANT series – known collectively as TTHE DEATH BRINGER TRILOGY, Derek Landy's fantastically imaginative series about our favourite dead detective. DARK DAYS Skulduggery Pleasant is lost on the other side of a portal, with only some evil gods for company...

"The Mortal Coil" is one of Lawrence's darker stories. From adversity the lovers find a kind of happiness in each other, only for death to snatch it away.

A DND party with a bunch of queer people who have no idea what they’re doing? This is going to be terrible. Will you join us on this chaotic journey? (Warning: Language, Innuendoes)

A husband’s untimely death is foretold by a newspaper clipping found in his young wife’s bedroom the day before his death. The wife enlists a detective to help solve the puzzle only to find the killer is much closer than she ever imagined. Written by the first female writer of detective fiction in America, this short thriller in two parts showcases the remarkable mind of Anna Katharine Green. Green is widely considered the “mother of the detective novel” and was a contemporary influence on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie.

Aulos Productions is an Edinburgh-based theatre company, bringing new writing to the stage and screen. We are pleased to present our first foray into the world of audio drama: "This Mortal Coil" - a comedy audio murder mystery by award-winning writer James Beagon. ★★★★, The Wee Review "A fun audio murder-mystery drama that pokes fun at every facet of the theatre world” "Beagon’s script sets up intriguing possibilities for the remaining parts. The play has plenty of light-hearted momentum, and is an undemanding listen. The voice-acting is engaging, with actors quickly and ...

“The STEMified Lives of Pins and Coils” evaluates the daily life of two teenagers interested in STEM. This podcast explores STEM-focused students while in their last years of high school.

Nathan Isaacson begins his solo spy career by traveling to the South Pacific to infiltrate the crew of a dark foe and locate a beautiful missing Chinese agent. It's a spy game to test Nathan's every spiritual and physical muscle. And in the Greek Isles, Special Forces collide with power-hungry socialists. Nathan prays he can save all from the dark rule.

The Commission of International Laborers' mission is interrupted, and they are once again targeted by a dark enemy bent on hatred and racism. C.O.I.L. founder, Corban Dowler, has developed commando-style teams, using non-lethal weapons, to extract threatened servants of the Lord from danger zones worldwide. Corban now musters all of his resources to search for his abducted operatives, and hopes to stop the evil intentions of the one they know as Abaddon.