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Sometime Never tells the story of a chance meeting between Nancy Timperley and the mysterious David Voland, at the site of a past tragedy. Just why is Nancy there, and what does David know of her past and the tragic events of so many years ago?

'Every man's a gambling man, don't you think?' Tony Peterson is a lucky man. He's just caught the last train back to Collinsport. It's been a good day - he's renewed an old friendship and been offered a job he cannot refuse. His life is about to change. But Tony Peterson's luck has just run out. The last train home will turn out to be a very long journey. Will Tony be able to trust the only other survivor? And what decision will Tony make when he's presented with another offer he cannot refuse?

When psychologist Kris Kelvin arrives at the scientific research station hovering high above the surface of Solaris, he finds the place deserted except for two scientists, who have been driven mad by some unknown horror. The researchers had been trying to investigate the ocean planet, and probe...

War is coming, and she must decide how badly she wants the vampires on her side. Or as a thorn in her side. When children go missing, and the Humans have no leads, I'm the one they call. I am their last hope in bringing home the lost ones. I salvage what they cannot. Bringing my allies together as war approaches is my number one concern. But that means I have to play nice with a vampire who is blackmailing me. If I don’t, I’m screwed and my family is dead. But I don't play nice. And I have a backup plan. Kinda.

When her mate’s ex-wife storms back into their lives, Mercy knows something isn’t right. Christy has the furthest thing from good intentions—she wants Adam back, and she’s willing to do whatever it takes to get him, including turning the pack against Mercy. Mercy isn’t about to step down without a fight, but there’s a more dangerous threat circling. As the bodies start piling up, she must put her personal troubles aside to face a creature with the power to tear her whole world apart.

When children go missing, and the Humans have no leads, I'm the one they call. I am their last hope in bringing home the lost ones. I salvage what they cannot. Crossing into Ogre country is dangerous when you're a polite, respectful gal. Which means we all know I'm in for a wild ride, despite the new backup I've brought along. Even when things start to go sideways, and enemies close on us from every side, I still believe we have the upper hand. How very blind can one person be when it comes to a salvage for a missing child? I'm about to find out.

Originally published in 1943, The Glass Bead Game was Herman Hesse’s last novel. It was hailed as his magnum opus, and was instrumental in securing him the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1946. Set in a utopian future society, it explores themes of knowledge, individualism, creativity and spirituality, and has inspired contemporary thinkers from authors to game designers. Narrated by Derek Jacobi, this two-part radio drama tells the story of Joseph Knecht (Tom Ferguson), plucked from obscurity as a young orphan, admitted to the finest elite school and groomed for greatness.

In two weeks, Delaney Reed will marry the man of her dreams. Everything is perfect. So why are the gods following her around like she suddenly needs a bodyguard? It might be because her fiancé is forced to serve an outsider god who hates Delaney and the town she protects. It might be because the local Valkyrie hired a social media star who is determined to expose Ordinary’s secrets. Or maybe it’s because the king of hell wants to take over the world and Ordinary is standing in his way.

The Abominable Snowmen: Tibet, 1935: English explorer Travers is determined to track down the mythical Abominable Snowmen which are said to roam the Himalayas. When the Doctor and his companions visit the nearby Detsen monastery they discover that the Yeti are all too prominent - in fact, they...

One thing has become incredibly clear to Alexis and Kieran, if they hope to last in the arena of Demigods, they'll need a more robust defense team. They must take two incredibly dangerous journeys, seeking the prized talents other Demigods would kill for. Except, there is a reason other Demigods don't have these magical workers—they are as ruthless as they are dangerous, and the last thing they want is to be on a Demigod's team. If that isn't enough, Alexis has received an invitation from Demigod Lydia, the only Hades Demigod who hasn't openly declared war.

The apocalypse is approaching as his Doom Points tick up and John is finding it harder and harder to keep it together. His deepening knowledge of magic seems to be helping but as a hidden society creeps out of the shadows, intent on throwing the world into chaos, it may not be enough.

Nicholas Eymerich, l'inquisitore trecentesco dalla gelida intelligenza, è alle prese con una nuova avventura. Nella fortezza di Montiel il re di Castiglia, Pietro il Crudele, deve fronteggiare l'assedio del fratellastro, che mira a usurparlo. E sarà proprio il castello il nemico principale di Eymerich. Pareti che sembrano vive, misteriosi dedali sotterranei, una pianta disegnata in tempi lontanissimi dai maestri della Cabala, quel luogo è pieno di insidie...

It has all come down to this. The battle to save Kingsley's pack, and Austin's place of birth, is upon them. They have their team, they have their supplies, and they have a very nerve-wracking secret weapon that Edgar devised. They aren't even close to ready. If they lose this battle, every shifter in the world will be in jeopardy. But to fight means danger they might not all walk away from. If only the battle was their sole worry.

A collection of fabulous tales of genies, heroes, flying carpets and fantastic voyages, The Arabian Nights has enchanted generations of children and adults. Forged in the Islamic Golden Age, it was brought to Europe in the 18th Century, where it became an instant sensation. Included here are seven full-cast dramatisations, starring Carolyn Backhouse as Shahrazad and Derek Jacobi as the King, as well as a bonus edition of In Our Time exploring the story behind the tales.

Irgendwann im Mittelalter: In Quill, einem kleinen Dorf, geht Angst und Schrecken um, seitdem ein junges Mädchen namens Ortrud spurlos verschwunden ist. Die beunruhigte Bevölkerung sucht trotz eines Sturms nach ihr. Als man die furchtbar zugerichtete junge Frau tot auffindet, verbreitet sich unter den Bewohnern eine furchtbare Ahnung: Ist Ortrud ein Opfer des sagenumwobenen Monsters GRËUL geworden? Der Abt des nahegelegenen Klosters trägt dazu bei, dass diese Theorie bei den Quillern für Gänsehaut sorgt.

Dans l'histoire dont il est le héros, Bjorg le barbare est associé à une Narratrice plus qu'étouffante ! Déjà qu'il n'aime pas les descriptions, mais en plus elle se permet de le juger. La vie de ce binôme change quand un jour, leurs rôles s'inversent : la Narratrice se matérialise dans un corps de personnage tandis que Bjorg devient le Narrateur de l'histoire ! Bien décidés à ce que les choses redeviennent ce qu'elles étaient, le duo doit coopérer tant bien que mal afin que chacun retrouve sa place initiale. D'autant plus que les pires périls de leur monde les attendent.

When the Great Wizard sends young student sorcerer Arcos on a mission, neither of them realises quite how perilous a journey it will prove to be. Around him, Arcos has only a small band of friends and allies, including Kadar, a one-time friend of Arcos's father. Between their rag-tag group and their goal are demons, Deadlands, and diabolical sorcerers, all of which are determined to keep Arcos from completing his task.

Im Ghetto des alten Prags lebt Athanasius Pernath. Dem Wahn durch eine unglückliche Liebe verfallen, hat er sein Gedächtnis verloren. Doch Begegnungen mit seinen skurrilen Mitbewohnern im Ghetto, lassen Erinnerungen aus der Vergangenheit wieder auftauchen. Der Trödler Wassertrum, ein heimlicher Millionär, der durch ein tragisches Schicksal zu einem bösen Intriganten geworden ist. Der Student Charousek, der sich in Selbsthass zerfleischt. Und die schöne Gräfin Angelina, der Pernath in einer verfänglichen Situation helfen kann.

Von der Pizzabotin zur Superheldin – Vicky Melchior hat alle Hände voll zu tun, um Berlin vor einer Katastrophe zu bewahren. Temporeich, witzig und getrieben von den Beats der Großstadt: die erste Serie über Superkräfte, die exklusiv fürs Hören entwickelt wurde. Mit Sinje Irslinger ("Faking Hitler"), Merlin Rose ("Wild Republic"), Burak Yiğit ("Victoria"), Maren Eggert ("Ich bin dein Mensch") und Serdar Somuncu ("So! Muncu!"). Victoria "Vicky" Melchior schlägt sich in Berlin als Pizzabotin durch und versucht nicht weiter aufzufallen.

"Die Welt von Arven - Das Making-of zum Hörspiel" ist ein spannendes Doku-Hörbuch und entstand in Zusammenarbeit mit der Talker-Lounge - Der Hörspielpodcast und den Produzenten und Autoren Raphael Sommer (Komponist) und Nina Iseli (Schauspielerin) - den Machern des Hörspiels "Die Welt von Arven - Das Schwert der Ahnen". Das Interview entwickelte sich zu einem unterhaltsamen und informativen Making-of-Gespräch, das unter anderem Einblick in die Entstehungsgeschichte, den Schreibprozess und die Figurengestaltung gibt.