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Step into the shadows of classic verse with Halloween Poetry Classics, a haunting collection of six unforgettable poems that have chilled readers for generations. Perfect for autumn nights, candlelit rooms, or eerie strolls under the moonlight, this audiobook captures the timeless spirit of...

Delve into the rich tapestry of early 20th-century poetry with "Collected Poems 1901-1918," a rotating collection that captures the essence of a transformative era. This podcast showcases a diverse array of lyrical expressions that reflect the complexities of human experience, emotions, and the changing world around us. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the evocative themes of love, nature, childhood, and the haunting shadows of war. As you journey through these unique explorations, you'll encounter the voices and visions that shaped a ...

Delve into the rich tapestry of human emotion and experience in "Motley, and Other Poems," where themes of loss, mortality, and the search for meaning take center stage. This podcast invites listeners to explore a rotating collection of poems that capture the fleeting nature of life and the myriad ways we confront our existence. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a diverse array of voices and styles that resonate with the universal questions we all face. Rather than telling a single story, this series offers unique explorations into the depths of the human spirit, ...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of childhood wonder with "Peacock Pie: A Book of Rhymes." This podcast serves as a delightful exploration of whimsical poetry that captures the essence of youthful imagination and the joyous spirit of play. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection of verses that celebrate the magic found in everyday moments and the boundless creativity of a child's mind. Listeners are invited to revel in the intricate landscapes of dreams and fantasies, where innocence reigns and the world is seen through a lens of curiosity and awe...

Immerse yourself in a lush tapestry of nature and the ethereal, as suggested by the evocative title "Sunken Garden and Other Poems." This podcast delves into the intricate relationship between the natural world and the realm of dreams, inviting listeners to explore the hidden depths of imagination that lie beneath the surface of reality. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a rotating collection of poetic works that traverse themes of growth, decay, and the transcendent beauty of fleeting moments. This is not a single story, but rather a series of unique explorations that...

An award-wining poet, short story writer and novelist, Walter de la Mare is probably best known for his works for children and his perennially popular poem ‘The Listeners’. His ghost stories were much admired by H. P. Lovecraft and inspired subsequent authors of supernatural horror such as Robert Aickman and Ramsey Campbell. In 1921, his novel Memoirs of a Midget won the James Tait Black Prize for Fiction, and this haunting, surrealistic tale is the opening tale in our anthology.

While wandering the local graveyard on behalf of his wife, whom he can sense wishes him out of the house for a bit, Lawford comes across the grave of Nicholas Sabathier and experiences a nasty shock that feels something like a heart attack. But when he wakes back up in the graveyard the next morning, he returns home, goes to his bedroom, and turns to the mirror only to see that a dead Frenchman is staring back at him from the looking glass.

Dylan Thomas made several recordings in the early 1950s of other poets' works. Here, he reads the poetry of D. H Lawrence, Thomas Hardy, W.B. Yeats and Walter De La Mare.

Volume 11 begins with Doug's well-researched insight into the stories and their authors. This is followed by Edgar Allan Poe’s highly acclaimed gothic romance "Ligeia", Ambrose Bierce's haunting "A Fruitless Assignment", H. P. Lovecraft's dark and disturbing "Pickman's Model", Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's sinister masterpiece "Blue John Gap", and more.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. A prosperous, hard-headed fruit-merchant comes to call on the half-brother he has always despised – a ruined dreamer living in squalor at the world's edge. But in the wild, neglected garden stands something no ledger can ever account for: a vast and...

A story of psychological horror, The Return explores ideas of identity, love, and alienation. Arthur grapples with the reactions of his family and community, and his own sanity, when he experiences a sudden and mysterious "transformation". ( Summary by Corinna Schultz )

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In a small, forgotten village where time seems to stand still, a former teacher meets the mysterious Mr. Kempe. This extraordinary man has dedicated his life to exploring the secrets of life after death. As their conversation unfolds, the atmosphere...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Out of the Deep is a dark and atmospheric story about a young man named Jimmie, who inherits a gloomy estate from his late uncle Timothy. Surrounded by opulence and valuable relics of the past, Jimmie must confront the haunting memories and unease that...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. The Riddle by Walter de la Mare is a haunting and mysterious tale about seven children sent to live with their elderly grandmother in a grand, old house. The house is full of charm, but the grandmother gives them one stern warning: they must never play...

Under the terms of a will, the Wildersham children have to relocate from the family house in the city to "Crossings" in the country, and to spend the first fortnight alone fending for themselves in the house. The children encounter interesting country neighbors, including ghosts and fairies. Or are they dreaming? Walter De La Mare was a poet, and we have a number of his poems available at Librivox. This is his only play: "Crossings was produced for the first time in 1919, at the Wick School, Hove, to celebrate the coming of Peace. With the exception of one grown-up, Mr. Sebastian Sprott, its ...

In a whimsical twist of fate, the Wildersham children find themselves uprooted from their bustling city life to the enchanting countryside home known as Crossings. Bound by the stipulations of a will, they must navigate the challenges of living alone for two weeks. As they explore their new surroundings, they encounter a cast of intriguing neighbors—ghosts, fairies, and perhaps even their own imaginations. Written by the celebrated poet Walter De La Mare, Crossings was first performed in 1919 at the Wick School, Hove, to honor the end of the Great War. With a cast made up entirely of boys ...

Join the adventurous journey of three monkey brothers—Thumb, Thimble, and Nod—who are known as Mulla-mulgars, or royal monkeys. As their mother takes her last breath, she gifts them the enchanted Wonderstone for their protection and urges them to seek out their father. Years ago, he set off to find the kingdom of his brother, the Prince of the Valleys of Tishnar, vowing to return once he discovered the way. Embark on a fantastical adventure filled with magic and mystery as the brothers strive to reunite with their father.

Walter de la Mare has captivated readers for generations with his lyrical and enchanting tales that explore the nuances of lost childhood and the magic that lies within the ordinary. His storytelling weaves complex psychological themes of faith and regret, alongside dream-like narratives full of ethereal prose that swirls and dances in the imagination. Yet, there are moments when his stories take on a darker tone, delving into the hidden fears and dangers that lurk in the shadows of childhood. Join us on a journey through this first collection of Walter de la Mares stories, where we feast on ...

Discover the rich history and stunning physical features of Canyon de Chelly, a national monument nestled within the Navajo Nation, through this compelling 1973 U.S. government publication. Join us as we explore the stories of its ancient ruins and the people who have called this breathtaking landscape home. - Summary by David Wales