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Doing Time: For the prison writers whose work is included in this anthology, it means more than "serving a sentence"; it means staying alive and sane, preserving dignity, reinventing oneself, and somehow retaining one's humanity. For the last quarter century the prestigious writers' organization PEN has sponsored a contest for writers behind bars to help prisoners face these challenges. The contest honors the best short stories, plays, essays, and poems among hundreds submitted annually by men and women nationwide.

Featuring music by Wu-Tang Clan producer, "Cilvaringz", comes the new scripted podcast, "Five Deadly Rebels", that is the kung fu classic film, "Five Deadly Venoms", meets the Gangster genre, meets Science Fiction, written and hosted by Goodreads acclaimed author, Ian Tuason, winner of a 2016 Watty Award, the world’s largest online writing competition. From the five boroughs come five rebels of society—the gangster, the hustler, the raider, the gambler, the corrupt—each gifted with superhuman powers, each mastering an ancient martial art discipline—judo, kendo, muay Thai, karate, kung...

Wintersmith is the title of the third Tiffany Aching novel in Terry Pratchett's Discworld series, published on the 21 September 2006. It is the 35th novel in the Discworld series. It is also the title of a 2013 album by Terry Pratchett's favorite musical group, Steeleye Span which was inspired by his Tiffany Aching novels and which contains an introduction booklet by Pratchett. The title 'Wintersmith' means the 'smith or creator of winter'. In earlier times the black smith was a key figure in village life, the creator of everything from swords to plough shares. In effect the Wintersmith forges...

The Truth is the twenty-fifth Discworld novel by Terry Pratchett, published in 2000.The book features the coming of movable type to Ankh-Morpork, and the founding of the Discworld's first newspaper by William de Worde, as he invents investigative journalism with the help of his reporter Sacharissa Cripslock. The two investigate the charges of embezzlement and attempted murder against Havelock Vetinari, and help vindicate him.

In this captivating continuation of Anna Karenina, we delve deeper into the passionate yet tragic love story of Anna and Count Vronsky. As Anna defies her joyless marriage to pursue true love, she faces the harsh judgments of society. (Summary by Mary Anderson) In Book 5, we witness the contrasting lives of Levin and Kitty as they embrace new beginnings, while the discontent brewing in Anna and Vronskys relationship becomes increasingly palpable.

"Kya beeta hua kal kabhi peecha chhodta hai? Paanch saal pehle ek mazaak maut mein badal gaya tha, aur aaj wahi maut dosti ka hisaab lene wapas aayi hai. 15 dost, ek sunsaan pahadi aur ek-ek karke girti lashein. Kya ye Sameer ka bhoot hai ya unke apne gunaaho ka saaya? Suniye ek roongte khade kar dene wali horror story jo aapko sote waqt darrne par majboor kar degi.Warning: Behtar experience ke liye headphones ka istemal karein."

Five seminal science fiction classics are brought vividly to life in these gripping BBC Radio dramatisations, with casts including Robert Glenister, William Gaunt, Carleton Hobbs and Joanne Froggatt. Titles include Frankenstein (1994), The Time Machine (2009), The Lost World (1975), R.U.R. (1989) and Solaris (2007). Accompanying this collection is a bonus PDF file featuring extensive sleeve notes by Andrew Pixley.

Three strangers meet in the chaos of a restaurant kitchen and discover something neither of them expected: a rhythm they can't explain, a pull they didn't plan, and the kind of family you choose when the world forgets to give you one. Volume 1 of The Five Currents—a story about found family, quiet care, and the strange forces that draw people together.

Set in the Potteries area of Staffordshire, England, this gripping tale follows Anna Tellwright, the daughter of a wealthy yet tyrannical father whose strict control extends even to her spiritual life within the Methodist church. After marrying the charming and respectable Henry, Anna seeks to break free from her fathers oppressive grasp. However, her desire to assist Willy, the troubled son of her fathers bankrupt business partner, leads her into a web of challenges and moral dilemmas that test her resolve.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of British dramatist Alfred Sutro with this delightful collection of five one-act plays. Experience the intriguing narratives of The Man in the Stalls, A Marriage Has Been Arranged…, The Man on the Kerb, The Open Door, and The Bracelet, all brought to life by a talented cast including Amanda Friday, Libby Gohn, Elizabeth Klett, mb, Bob Neufeld, Caprisha Page, Bruce Pirie, and Algy Pug. Enjoy a rich exploration of human relationships and social commentary, expertly narrated by Elizabeth Klett.

Five Little Peppers and How They Grew by Margaret Sidney is a heartwarming tale about the Pepper family, who, despite living in poverty, find joy and love in the little things. The story revolves around the five Pepper children—Polly, Ben, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie—and their widowed mother, Mamsie, as they face daily challenges with courage and resilience. With Polly as the eldest, helping her mother to care for her younger siblings, the Peppers stick together through thick and thin, showing that happiness comes from family and not wealth. The novel beautifully captures the struggles and ...

In 1894, Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish captain in the French Army, was falsely accused of treason and sentenced to life imprisonment on Devil’s Island, a notorious penal colony in French Guiana. His published prison diary, Five Years of My Life, is a riveting account of his fight for survival amidst torturous conditions, isolation and deprivation. Back in Paris, his wife Lucie was battling her own war, protecting their children from the surge of anti-Semitism, and tirelessly working to clear Alfreds name. This podcast includes heart-wrenching excerpts from their letters, a testament to their ...

Five years have gone by since the devastation of the buffalo stampede hit Clearmont, and the three-part season opener titled "The Twisted Badge" puts Marshal Britt MacMasters in the most dangerous place he has ever been – the other side of the Law.

Embark on a historical journey with the final installment of the Valois Romances, Forty-Five Guardsmen. This gripping narrative picks up six years after the infamous Duel of the Mignons, a clash between the courts of King Henry III and Duke Henry of Guise. The plot delves into the formation of the Forty-Five Guardsmen, future Musketeers, while faithfully tracing the adventures of Chicot the Jester, who remains loyal to the crumbling regency of King Henry III. The tale also continues the story of Diana, a central character from the previous book. Immerse yourself in this masterful conclusion to...

L.A. Theatre Works presents Five Short Stories by Women: A quintet of tales from some of America’s most distinguished female authors.

The fifth novel in the Chronicles of Barsetshire, The Small House at Allington, concerns the lives of the two Dale girls, Lily and Bell, who live at the Small House. While Bell is in love with the local doctor James Crofts, Lily is pursued by two men: the worldly, rich and handsome Adolphus Crosbie and the poor but honest Johnny Eames. With each determined to gain her hand in marriage, who will she choose?

When a reclusive billionaire with politicians in his pocket realizes his lifelong dream of a constitutional convention to slash the federal government to the bone, a determined Nevada legislator concocts her own plan to hijack it and avert disaster.

Theatre-Five (aka Theater-Five or Theatre 5) was a radio drama series, presented by ABC between 1964 and 1965. The series used an anthology format, presenting several short (20-minute) radio plays across several genres, several which reflected topical issues contemporary with its airing.Writers for the show varied, as did actors, although a principal cast included George O. Petrie, Brett Morrison, Jackson Beck, Robert Dryden, Elliott Reid, Court Benson, Cliff Carpenter, and Bryna Raeburn. The show's 1965 run featured several well-known actors, including an early role for James Earl Jones (...

SAFE FOR FIRST TIME VIEWERS.Starting on January 19, 2024, Jon M. Wilson and W. Blaine Dowler take a look at every episode and movie of Babylon 5, released 30 years after the original airdate (with the only exceptions being The Gathering, since that aired almost a year before the next episode aired, and the final movies, which also came several years apart.)Babylon 5 is also easily spoiled, because there is a definite plan and a lot of foreshadowing. We will spoil the episodes as we discuss them only. The playwright Chekov said something along the lines of, "if you're going to use a gun in act ...

The "Five Minute Mysteries" radio shows offer a delightful throwback to the golden age of radio, providing listeners with a quick dose of suspense and entertainment. These short programs, typically around five minutes in length, were designed to engage and captivate audiences with a complete mystery story, including the setup, a twist, and a satisfying conclusion, all within a remarkably brief time frame.The format proved to be incredibly popular, as it catered to the busy lifestyles of listeners without compromising on the quality of storytelling. Each episode presented a new puzzle, often ...