Showing results for "Onions" in Literature & Fiction

When our story begins, Julia Child is an eager but inexperienced codebreaker longing to prove herself in the male-dominated world of intelligence, and Josephine Baker is, well, Josephine Baker—a world-famous entertainer who is now leading a double life as a spy for the French Resistance. When a golden opportunity arises to infiltrate a high-stakes Nazi gala in Vichy France, Julia must put aside her by-the-book mentality to assist her unorthodox new partner.

In his stunning works. Charles de Lint has brought an entire imaginary North American city to vivid life: Newford, where magic lights the dark streets, myths walk clothed in modern shapes, and a broad cast of extraordinary people work to keep the whole world turning. At the center of it all stands a young artist named Jilly Coppercorn, with her tangled hair and paint-splattered jeans, whose paintings capture the hidden beings that dwell in the city's shadows.

In this podiobook: Former NATO intelligence chief writes cyberterrorism spy thriller -- Major General Val Pattee's novel lauded as compelling and a "tutorial for homeland security personnel". Suppose al-Qaeda had a second, potentially more devastating attack planned in 2001. How would it be thwarted? "The Onion Files" is a spy thriller differing from all previous novels in one very important aspect: author Val Pattee was one of the Western world's top spy masters. Serving as chief of intelligence for NATO in Europe during periods of Cold War-era terrorism, he worked with the heads of ...

A Sobriety podcast hosted by Crystal Morrell. Crystal is forty two year old woman and mother who shares about her alcohol abuse and road to recovery. Join her as she discusses the hardships and benefits of being sober. She discusses her detox, rehab and recovery stories. Join her journey of change through relationships, mental health, medications, meetings and more! This podcast is about sobriety accountability and goals, and will highlight interviews with guest sharing the same walk of life. This is sobriety in the 20th Century and through a global pandemic with Crystal Morrell.

Dive into the eerie world of Widdershins, a masterful collection of ghost stories by Onions, with its standout novella, The Beckoning Fair One. This tale follows an unsuccessful writer who retreats to an isolated house, seeking solitude to reignite his faltering creativity. As he delves deeper into his seclusion, his sensitivity and imagination blossom, but at a harrowing cost‚his art, his only companion, and his sanity unravel before our eyes. The narrative unfolds as a haunting exploration of possession by a mysterious feminine spirit or as a chilling account of a psychotic breakdown ...

The Beckoning Fair One stands as the most renowned and widely anthologized work of British author Oliver Onions. This haunting novella, part of the 1911 collection Widdershins, delves into the eerie and the unknown. A contemporary reviewer from The Athenaeum described it as a successful ghost story that weaves together imagination, horror, and an enigmatic atmosphere. The titular Fair One teeters on the edge of reality, leaving both the protagonist, Oleron, and the reader questioning his sanity. Set against the backdrop of a crumbling old house that may harbor its own sinister intentions, the ...

Step into the whimsical world of George Oliver Onions, a celebrated British author known for his diverse body of work, including over 40 novels and captivating story collections. In this delightful social comedy set in late Victorian England, we meet Rollo Butterfield, the epitome of the compleat bachelor. Through Rollos affectionate and gently humorous observations, we are invited to explore the quirks of family and friends, all wrapped in Onions masterful storytelling. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales

Dashing Onions Audio creates original audio drama miniseries and one-off plays, focusing on stories with elements of oddness, mythology and the supernatural.

Find your voice and improve your writing skills with Books Are Like Onions. Join editor Rachelle M. N. Shaw as she guides you through the process of creating works of fiction that grab readers from start to finish.

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Esta novela de Ana Castillo, autora aclamada por la crítica, es un juego de pasión, amor e independencia. Carmen la coja es la historia de una bailarina de Chicago físicamente impedida desafiando los estereotipos sociales. Carmen Santos inicia un romance con Manolo por el cual se definirá su vida.

The athletes say they don’t have time to be consoled with a blanket and hot coffee while police ask tedious questions.

Mocking the national debt proved deadly for the entertainer.

The judges say automatic and sawed-off gavels will be protected under the law.

The White house recommends no one makes direct eye contact with the mean girls.