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Considered to be one of the books that changed the world and how we view ourselves, On The Origin of Species by Charles Darwin was met with incredulous horror when it was first published in 1859. The revolutionary, almost blasphemous ideas it described were seen as antithetical to the existing ideas of Creation contained in […]

“The present volume is chiefly intended for those of my young friends who have read, and been interested in, The Fairyland of Science. It travels over a wide field, pointing out a few of the marvellous facts which can be studied and enjoyed by the help of optical instruments. It will be seen at a […]

Henry Gray’s classic anatomy textbook was first published in 1858 and has been in continuous publication ever since, revised and expanded through many successive editions. This recording is of the public-domain 1918 US edition (some information may be outdated). More great books at LoyalBooks.com

What do deep sea monsters, Edger Allen Poe, and Shakespeare have in common? They’re all in this collection of Biodiversity Heritage Library materials showcasing some of the strangest books this library has to offer.

A great start to shaking off public speaking jitters, socializing and mastering the art of small talk. The principles of public speaking written by Dale Carnegie decades ago in this book are timeless. They are just as effective in working a crowd in today’s society as they were back then. He delves into ways of […]

Check out our collection of short science fiction stories released daily! View our entire collection at www.solgood.org All librivox recordings are in the public domain.

An eclectic collection of short science fiction stories. Each day we’ll release a new story for your listening pleasure.All Librivox Recordings are in the public domain.

Enjoy our collection of hundreds of Science Fiction Stories! View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.org All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

Enjoy our collection of hundreds of science fiction stories. View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.org All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

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Podcast recordings from the Fantastic Fiction at KGB reading series, hosted by Ellen Datlow and Matthew Kressel, and held on the third Wednesday of every month. Some of our past readers include Joyce Carol Oates, Lucius Shepard, Jeffrey Ford, Scott Westerfeld, Kelly Link, China Miéville, Nancy Kress, Jack McDevitt, Stewart O.Nan, James Patrick Kelly, Barry […]

Dark tales harvested from the mind of #1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler. From major-release novels to podcast-exclusive content, these “slices from the Siglerverse” — each a full-length tale — will immerse you in his twisted, intertwining worlds of horror and scifi. But beware, for his work is so addictive his fans call […]

Stories bring meaning to facts and that’s what this podcast is all about. The Changing Earth Podcast is a podcast that features the fictional novel, Day After Disaster, chapter by chapter in each episode. This is an action packed adventure novel and presents many survival topics within its pages. After reading a chapter, Sara will […]

Find your next great audiobook on our podcast, Behind The Mic with AudioFile Magazine. Every Tuesday, AudioFile Editors and host Jo Reed recommend the very best audiobooks and narrators. It’s the perfect way to keep up with new releases and hear about audiobooks you may have missed. Want more? Listen to our bonus episodes featuring […]

The Invenios Expeditions is a 15-episode, action-focused audio drama about two treasure hunters who build the ultimate research vessel, The Invenios, and their adventures on the high seas. Captain Jeffery Tulley and his first mate Oberlin St. Claire depart the Netherlands on their maiden voyage but receive an mayday call from a mysterious burning ship […]

Makeshift Stories is a sci-fi, fantasy, and speculative fiction podcast for anyone who craves the thrill of the unknown and unexpected. Once a month, buckle up for an epic journey through possible futures, space, alternate realities, and beyond. Are you ready to explore uncharted territories and discover the unimaginable? Tune in and let your imagination […]

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Ghost and Horror stories released daily To learn more about our other podcasts check out www.solgood.org All Librivox Recordings are in the public domain

Classic Chinese novels and stories, retold in English and in a way that makes them more accessible to non-Chinese audiences. chineselore.com

Ghost and Horror stories released daily To learn more about our other podcasts check out www.solgood.org All Librivox Recordings are in the public domain

Dark tales harvested from the mind of #1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler. From major-release novels to podcast-exclusive content, these “slices from the Siglerverse” — each a full-length tale — will immerse you in his twisted, intertwining worlds of horror and scifi. But beware, for his work is so addictive his fans call […]

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Inspired by classic radio dramas, Quietly Yours is a horror anthology. Each episode brings you an original, self-contained story from writer Brett Barnett, performed by a full cast, with immersive sound effects and original music. Not safe for bedtime!

The Sound of Horror. Pseudopod is the world’s first audio horror magazine. We deliver bone-chilling stories from today’s most talented authors straight to ears.

Welcome to the Dr. NoSleep™ Podcast—where expertly crafted horror stories and immersive sound design bring your darkest fears to life. New terrifying episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 1 PM EST. Be sure to follow with notifications on so you never miss a story. * * * OWNERSHIP DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not […]

Achewillow is a storytelling podcast about Miriam DuFour, a French Canadian woman drawn into the bizarre world of Achewillow and her own family’s history in that town. Through her eyes we discover a strange landscape of subtle magics, bizarre people, coffee, the occasional demon, and baked goods. Written by J-F. Dubeau and narrated by Amy […]

A multiple story, horror-themed audio storytelling podcast, spun-off from Chilling Tales for Dark Nights and its popular YouTube channel of the same name. The show features master storyteller Malcolm Blackwood and the work of dozens of independent and previously-published contributing authors. Find this and our other great programs at: https://www.simplyscarypodcast.com. We wanna make the podcast […]

On this podcast we’ll be performing many NoSleep stories to help you get through those long night shifts.

In the early days of this podcast, Steve and Becky read stories and poems plus interviewed authors. Now, they talk with people from all walks of life about their hobbies, vocations and life experiences. Becky has written several fiction series under the name Rebecca Carey Lyles and two nonfiction books under Becky Lyles. Steve likes […]

The Michael Decon Program is a distinctive and engaging talk show that offers both entertainment and insight. With in-depth interviews spanning a diverse range of individuals, from household names to completely unknown figures, each episode provides a unique and thought-provoking perspective. In addition to our live weekday shows on YouTube, our Patreon offers exclusive content […]

It’s CBeebies for your ears! CBeebies Radio takes you to a world of sound and music where you can share imaginative adventures and listen to stories and songs with your favourite CBeebies friends and characters. CBeebies Radio is a BBC Radio service for pre-school children and can help to develop their listening skills and imaginations. […]

Join Mr. Eric for imaginative stories sparked by kids’ questions, fostering curiosity and resilience. Grownups, share your kids’ What-If Questions, and we may use them in a story! Call our voicemail at 205-605-WHAT or email hello@whatifworldpodcast.com.

100 Great Audiobooks of Literary Masterpieces!

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boreyoutosleep/subscribe Bore You To Sleep with Teddy offers intentionally dull, calming bedtime stories for adults, read in slow, easy English from public-domain classics. Blending gentle narration, sleep-hypnosis cues, and soothing simplicity, each episode is a soft invitation to drift off. Ideal for those battling insomnia or racing thoughts. Subscribe now for […]

Stories of all types, from magic to cookies, from unicorns to dragons, and everything in-between! New episodes added each week!

Welcome to Kathy’s Kids Storytime, a twice a week podcast tailored to spark curiosity and foster understanding in young hearts and minds. Perfect for children ages 3 to 12, and equally enjoyable for the child within you, Ms. Kathy’s stories transcend age and bring listeners together. Each episode, narrated by the warm and engaging voices […]

The Lost Mountain Saga started as a narrative horror-comedy podcast that takes place in the Mythic North of Sweden during the 19th century. It takes the game Vaesen by Free League Publishing and spins a improvisational story around it, created by game master Ellinor DiLorenzo and starring regulars Sydney Amanuel and Anne Richmond as well […]

The Strange Recital is an audio forum for short fiction. We delight in perceptions of reality that twist and fold in unexpected ways. Each podcast episode runs about 30 minutes and includes a story reading (the Recital), a musical interlude, and an author interview (the Post-Recital)… with a twist. Subscribe to get a new episode […]

Listen in as author and radio host Mike Luoma reads from his books. Enjoy the free audio adventures! http://glowinthedarkradio.com

Small Beans Podcasting is a place for beans of every sort to come bean it up. Free your soul, eh? Be a frijole.

This is the place to catch daily chat, extra fun and highlights from Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James – hit subscribe to stay up to date!

Audiomorphs is the Animorphs podcast where I read every single book of the Animorphs. Out loud. A chapter at a time. Releases every Friday.

Jason Weiser and Carissa Weiser tell stories from myths, legends, and folklore that have shaped cultures throughout history. Some, like the stories of Aladdin, King Arthur, and Hercules are stories you think you know, but with surprising origins. Others are stories you might not have heard, but really should. All the stories are sourced from […]

Articles, speeches, stories and novels by an award-winning science fiction writer, read aloud in small regular chunks

Audrey tells “Bedtime Stories for Adults” in English: set in intriguing countries/places. Parts of the stories are true, the rest is imagination – as all good stories should be. All the stories contain fascinating historical facts about lesser known areas of Guatemala, Cuba, Serbia, South Africa, Bosnia, Mexico, Peru, China, India, Burma and more. These […]

Listen to Spin Me A Tale! for classic children’s literature told week by week.

ShadowPublications.com is the home for Paul E Cooley’s Parsec Award Winning tales of sci-fi suspense, thrillers, and dark fantasy. Visit http://shadowpublications.com for more information about the author and a list of works. Some mysteries shouldn’t be solved.

Interview with Writers of Historical Fiction about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/historical-fiction

MASTERPIECE Studio is your backstage pass to the PBS series—from Sherlock to Poldark. After the show, turn off the TV and tune in to MASTERPIECE Studio for the scoop with host Jace Lacob. Listen for exclusive interviews with the cast and crew of your favorite shows. Get the history lowdown behind the people and places […]

Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Stories last for 10 minutes and are told from memory.

A weekly podcast for the Librivox Community. Librivox.org encourages volunteers to record audio from public domain texts which can then be made available in the public domain.

Radio Eye is a reading service for people who are blind or have other disabilities that make it difficult to read printed material. Mystery Mix-Up is a weekly half hour reading of mystery short stories. This is produced by Radio Eye under the Chafee Amendment to the Copyright Act which states that authorized entities that […]

Enjoy our collection of hundreds of mystery and suspense stories View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.org All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

Ron’s Amazing stories is a weekly podcast which presents truly amazing tales. These will range from dramatic readings to old time radio. We also have interviews with authors, radio personalities and even sports legends.

New mystery and suspense stories released daily! View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.org All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

100 Great Crime and Mystery Books!

Phoebe reads a mystery novel. Our other shows are Criminal and This is Love.

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Robbery, murder and treason. Strange happenings in quiet English villages. A book critic who happens to find a corpse with its head crushed, an Irish freedom fighter framed for a crime, the disappearance of a valuable coin, a strange dispute over a property claim and a host of other intriguing situations make up the contents […]

Inspired by a true life story, Lady Audley’s Secret is the story of a woman’s overwhelming ambition and passion for social success. When the first book came out in 1862, Victorian readers were shocked and outraged by its portrayal of aspects like bigamy, insanity, yearning for social status and the will to commit murder to […]

The Eight Strokes of the Clock is a collection of eight short stories by Maurice Leblanc. The stories have his most famous creation, Arsène Lupin, gentleman-thief, as main character. The eight stories, even though independent, have a leading thread: Lupin, under the name of Serge Rénine, trying to conquer the heart of a young lady, […]

A Murder Whodunit!Location: Hampstead, England.Victim: Sir Horace Fewbanks, a distinguished High Court judge. Cause of death: gun shot wound.Investigator: Private Detective Crewe, a wealthy bachelor who has taken up crime detection as a hobby, because it provides intellectual challenges more satisfying even than playing twelve simultaneous boards against Russian chess champion Turgieff.His sidekick: Joe is […]

Sherlock Holmes fans who haven’t yet read A Study in Scarlet would be delighted to discover this book in which the iconic detective makes his grand entrance into the world! From hence on, the deer stalker hat, his Stradivarius violin, the occasional descent into cocaine induced hell, the Persian slipper in which he stores his […]

The weekly read through of C.J. Cherryh’s Award winning Cyteen. FULL of sentences that make sense. Recommended by Anamymous.”I don’t really have time for podcasts…” -Dr. Ada Palmer discussing the show. Approved by the Triumvirate on Spoilers.

Mortals wield godly powers, eggs appear out of enchanted pockets, sentient substances are invented, and stars are incubated in the hearts of humans. I’m Nila, and I have stories to tell you. Stories in the genres of science fiction, fantasy, horror, fairy tale, mystery, and mythology. Welcome to Storyfeather.

First published in 1919, My Man Jeeves is a collection of short stories featuring the well known fictional characters Jeeves and Bertie Wooster. The compilation consists of eight stories, of which four feature the popular duo while the other four stories feature Reggie Pepper, an early model of Bertie Wooster. Set in the early 20th […]

If you’re encountering the zany Bertie Wooster and his exceptionally astute Man Friday, Jeeves, for the first time, be assured that you’re embarking on a lifetime of fun and laughter! On the other hand, for eternal Wodehouse fans, Right Ho Jeeves provides more glimpses of the delightful world created by one of the best loved […]

It wasn’t Archie’s fault really. It’s true he went to America and fell in love with Lucille, the daughter of a millionaire hotel proprietor and if he did marry her–well, what else was there to do?From his point of view, the whole thing was a thoroughly good egg; but Mr. Brewster, his father-in-law, thought differently, […]

Get the true story of Adam and Eve, straight from the source. This humorous text is a day-to-day account of Adam’s life from happiness in the “GARDEN-OF-EDEN” to their fall from grace and the events thereafter. Learn how Eve caught the infant Cain, and Adam takes some time to learn exactly what it is.

If you find yourself with nothing particular to do in an airport, train or bus or you’ve got a quiet evening to yourself in a hotel room or you’re facing the delicious prospect of an extended lunch or tea break, why not pick up Coffee Break Collection 001 and enjoy the experience? This anthology has […]

The Bab Ballads are a collection of light verse by W. S. Gilbert, illustrated with his own comic drawings. Gilbert wrote the Ballads before he became famous for his comic opera librettos with Arthur Sullivan. In writing the Bab Ballads, Gilbert developed his unique “topsy-turvy” style, where the humour was derived by setting up a […]

All rights belong to J.K Rowling. This is a fan fiction (HPMOR) written by Eliezer Yudkowsky. I am Jack Voraces, a professional audiobook narrator: https://www.audible.com/search?searchNarrator=Jack+Voraces I do not intend to make any money from this podcast. It is a free audiobook for anyone to listen to and it is my hope that it will eventually […]

Finish the work week in all-out hysterics with short stories written and read by Thaddeus Ellenburg.

Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog), published in 1889, is a humorous account by Jerome K. Jerome of a boating holiday on the Thames between Kingston and Oxford. The book was initially intended to be a serious travel guide, with accounts of local history along the route, but the humorous […]

Three Men in a Boat (To Not express anything of the Canine) by Jerome K. Jerome is a funny record of three companions — J., George, and Harris — alongside J’s. canine, Montmorency, as they leave on a drifting excursion along the Waterway Thames. The book blends funny misfortunes in with clever perceptions on human […]

These aren’t the stories your mother used to tell you … no, these are The Other Stories. The Other Stories is a weekly short story podcast. A modern take on The Twilight Zone, Tales From The Crypt, or The Outer Limits. Sci-Fi, Horror, Thriller, WTF stories delivered right to your podcast feed every Monday morning. […]

Merry Christmas! Enjoy our collection of hundreds of Christmas Stories! View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.org All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the sands of the Arabian desert, join us on a fantastic journey through the words of the world’s greatest authors. Critically-acclaimed and highly […]

ShiningNathan from Tiktok reads to you some of literature’s great classics in a southern charm. Cuddle up while your gay auntie takes on journeys through literary history. If you would like to support my channel and myself, I would be honored for you to become a Patron at my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shiningnathan

Welcome to Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics one bite at a time. Join host Bree Carlile as she shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, […]

Enjoy our collection of hundreds of Children’s Stories View our entire collection of podcasts at https://www.solgoodmedia.com All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

Enjoy our collection of hundreds of Children’s Stories View our entire collection of podcasts at https://www.solgoodmedia.com All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

The Unknown, Mystery, Space, Suspense, Science, Fantasy, Adventure, Horror

From creator Jon Grilz, a collection of the most famous and disturbing creepypastas and urban legends in the world. Listener discretion is advised. Story requests can be made on Instagram @creepypod or via email at info@creepypod.com

New Yorker fiction writers read their stories.

Enjoy our collection of hundreds of Children’s Stories View our entire collection of podcasts at https://www.solgoodmedia.com All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

Short stories. No annoying ads. No mercenary pitches. Just stories to warm your heart. Vetted published articles/tales/short stories (L.A.Times, Newsweek, Seattle Times, Teacher Magazine, Chicken Soup, Miami Herald, etc.) by Paul H.Karrer about: Kids, Teachers, Parents, Education, Korea, Incarceration, Samoa, Peace Corps, New Zealand, California, Connecticut, Teaching, Dogs, Chess, Multicultural Marriage, Foods-real or imagined and […]

From the hilarious to the heartfelt, to the sexy, to the weird, Our Flag Means Death fanfiction is some of the most interesting literature being written right now. The Our Flag Means Fanfiction Podcast explores this spectacular art form and discusses the hosts’ favorite Our Flag fics. We also chat about the characters, the fandom, […]

Grampa Jim tells about what’s going on in town this week. It’s small-town drama with a bit of humor here and there. Sometimes re-telling the stories of when he was a boy in Washington state during World War 2. Check out Books on AMAZON: THE TRADING POST and KIDNAPPED, by James R. von Feldt.

A podcast about the underground history of London. Hidden places and forgotten stories beneath the City.

Nineteenth century attitudes towards marriage, the role of women, morality and the search for identity are brilliantly explored in Henrik Ibsen’s three act play, A Doll’s House. It was highly controversial and received with a sense of outrage among opinion leaders in Europe. Many thinkers like August Strindberg lashed out at Ibsen for portraying the […]

Ben-Hur is a story of two very different heroes. Judah Ben-Hur, a prince of Jerusalem, is involved in an accident to the Roman procurator which is taken to be intentional. He is seized and sent to the fleet as a galley-slave, while his family is imprisoned and the family goods confiscated. When Ben-Hur saves the […]

The Talisman is a gripping tale set near the end of the Third Crusade. King Richard the Lionheart is grievously ill, and all around him the leaders from allied countries plot and scheme to gain personal power, putting the future of the crusade in jeopardy. Sir Kenneth of Scotland finds himself caught up in events, […]

Medieval England in the 12th century. The evil Prince John rules England in place of his brother, the noble Richard the Lionheart, who is being held in an Austrian prison by Duke Leopold of Austria, while returning from one of his Crusades. Under the avaricious and Machiavellian John, the Norman aristocrats are in constant conflict […]

Men of Iron by Howard Pyle is historical fiction that transports us back to the 1400’s, a time of knighthood and chivalry. Myles Falworth is eight years old when news comes they must flee their home. His blind father is accused of treason. We see Myles grow up, train as a knight, and with perseverance, […]

The Man in the Iron Mask by Alexandre Dumas is part of the novel The Vicomte of Bragelonne: Ten Years After, published in serial form between 1857-50. It is also the last of the D’Artagnan stories written by Dumas and the three musketeers are the real heroes of the story, though the title is given […]

King Henry IV, Part 1 is the second of Shakespeare’s eight Wars of the Roses history plays, with events following those of King Richard II. As the play opens, King Henry IV (formerly Henry Bolingbroke) and Henry Percy (Hotspur) argue over the disposition of prisoners from the Battle of Holmedon. The King’s attitude toward Mortimer […]

Set during the Hundred Years’ War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn […]

Le Morte d’Arthur (spelled Le Morte Darthur in the first printing and also in some modern editions, Middle French for la mort d’Arthur, “the death of Arthur”) is Sir Thomas Malory’s compilation of some French and English Arthurian romances. The book contains some of Malory’s own original material (the Gareth story) and retells the older […]

When you dive into Mark Twain’s (Samuel Clemens’) The Innocents Abroad, you have to be ready to learn more about the unadorned, ungilded reality of 19th century “touring” than you might think you want to learn. This is a tough, literary journey. It was tough for Twain and his fellow “pilgrims”, both religious and otherwise. […]

The Book of Martyrs, by John Foxe, is an English Protestant account of the persecutions of Protestants, many of whom had died for their beliefs within the decade immediately preceding its first publication. It was first published by John Day, in 1563. Lavishly illustrated with many woodcuts, it was the largest publishing project undertaken in […]

The Art of War is a 6th Century BC Chinese treatise on war and military strategy known for its timeless examples of strategy and planning. There is intense interest in this ancient work since it teaches how to be victorious in conflict and that the final victory ultimately is to see war as an effort […]

Famous Men of Rome is a series of biographical sketches written for the purpose of making the study of history lively and interesting by giving insight into the men who lived during this time.

One of the most prolific and multi-talented geniuses the world has ever seen, Thomas Alva Edison’s life is indeed an inspiration for each new generation. Today we live in a world that would not have been possible if not for several of his important inventions – the electric light bulb, the motion picture camera, electric […]

G. K. Chesterton was a great admirer of Charles Dickens, and wrote a noted critique of Dickens’ works expressing his opinion in his own inimitable style.

The title, “History of Holland,” given to this volume is fully justified by the predominant part which the great maritime province of Holland took in the War of Independence and throughout the whole of the subsequent history of the Dutch state and people.

The Autobiography of Charles Darwin is the autobiography of the British naturalist Charles Darwin which was published in 1887, five years after his death. Darwin wrote the book, which he entitled Recollections of the Development of my Mind and Character, for his family. He states that he started writing it on about May 28, 1876 […]

First published anonymously due to its seditious content in 1776, the pamphlet argues for the need of American colonists to pursue complete independence from Great Britain, and not be driven simply by the urge to free themselves from unfair taxation. Paine provides argumentation for his revolutionary ideas, suggesting the unification of colonial forces to achieve […]

An autobiography of Helen Keller published when the author was still in her early 20’s. The narrative reveals how her mind developed and matured until she began her studies at Radcliffe College

Most readers of Stephen Leacock’s works are familiar with his witty and humorous writings, but few may be aware that he was also a gifted teacher, political ideologue, economist and fiction writer. Though he wrote six books on Canadian history, none of them attained the status of a standard text on the subject and were […]

“There are very few persons who have not heard of the fame of Peter the Great, the founder, as he is generally regarded by mankind, of Russian civilization. The celebrity, however, of the great Muscovite sovereign among young persons is due in a great measure to the circumstance of his having repaired personally to Holland, […]

A chapter-by-chapter preview of LIGHTS ON, an audio-exclusive documentary by New York Times bestselling author Annaka Harris, available wherever you get your audiobooks. Listen to the full audio documentary here: https://bit.ly/LightsOnPodcast

He was a trusted aide of Henry VIII, but when he supposedly opposed the monarch’s second marriage, he was thrown into prison and executed for treason. More than two hundred years later, he was canonized as the patron saint of statesmen and politicians by the Catholic Church. Philosopher, writer, diplomat, lawyer, Renaissance man, avid gardener, […]

Written in classical Chinese some time during the sixth century BC, The Tao Teh King or The Tao and its Characteristics is a classical Chinese text that is one of the important keystones in understanding the thought systems of Asia. Though no clear records exist, it is traditionally thought to have been the work of […]

Mary Everest Boole (1832-1916) was born Mary Everest in England and spent her early years in France. She married mathematician George Boole. She was the author of several works on teaching and teaching mathematics in particular. This short book, Philosophy and Fun of Algebra, is meant to be read by children and introduces algebra and […]

Save for his raucous, rhapsodical autobiography, Ecce Homo, The Antichrist is the last thing that Nietzsche ever wrote, and so it may be accepted as a statement of some of his most salient ideas in their final form. Of all Nietzsche’s books, The Antichrist comes nearest to conventionality in form. It presents a connected argument […]

The Social Contract outlines Rousseau’s views on political justice, explaining how a just and legitimate state is to be founded, organized and administered. Rousseau sets forth, in his characteristically brazen and iconoclastic manner, the case for direct democracy, while simultaneously casting every other form of government as illegitimate and tantamount to slavery. Often hailed as […]

Books 1 and 2. Leviathan, or The Matter, Forme and Power of a Common Wealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil is a book written in 1651 by Thomas Hobbes. The book concerns the structure of society (as represented figuratively by the frontispiece, showing the state giant made up of individuals). In the book, Hobbes argues for a […]

Arthur Schopenhauer, an early 19th century philosopher, made significant contributions to metaphysics, ethics, and aesthetics. His work also informed theories of evolution and psychology, largely through his theory of the will to power – a concept which Nietzsche famously adopted and developed. Despite this, he is today, as he was during his life, overshadowed by […]

The Republic is an influential work of philosophy and political theory by the Greek philosopher Plato, written in approximately 360 BC.

John Stuart Mill’s book Utilitarianism is one of the most influential and widely-read philosophical defenses of utilitarianism in ethics. The essay first appeared as a series of three articles published in Fraser’s Magazine in 1861; the articles were collected and reprinted as a single book in 1863. It went through four editions during Mill’s lifetime […]

A Universalist book, The Age of Reason advocates for the existence of natural religion and challenges the structure of all organized religion. First written and distributed as pamphlets, the book was later published into two parts. Paine puts forward his personal beliefs, debating reason and revelation, while analyzing the Bible and the influence organized religion […]

Confessions (Latin: Confessiones) is the name of an autobiographical work, consisting of 13 books, by St. Augustine of Hippo, written between AD 397 and AD 398. Modern English translations of it are sometimes published under the title The Confessions of St. Augustine in order to distinguish the book from other books with similar titles, such […]

The poem says, “Human voices wake us, and we drown.” But I’ve made this podcast with the belief that human voices are what we need. And so, whether from a year or three thousand years ago, whether poetry or prose, whether fiction or diary or biography, here are the best things we have ever thought, […]

When Ted Hughes and Daniel Weissbort founded MPT in 1965 they had two principal ambitions: to get poetry out from behind the Iron Curtain into a wider circulation in English and to benefit writers and the reading public in Britain and America by confronting them with good work from abroad. They published poetry that dealt […]

The Daily Poem offers one essential poem each weekday morning. From Shakespeare and John Donne to Robert Frost and Emily Dickinson, The Daily Poem curates a broad and generous audio anthology of the best poetry ever written, read-aloud by David Kern and an assortment of various contributors. Some lite commentary is included and the shorter […]

Poet and storyteller J Hirtle began his writing career with the book “Going Numb”, a story about addiction, and faith. Writing the book rekindled his life-long love of writing. Storytelling. His stories and poetry cover everything from faith, addiction, history and love…in other words…life.

In each episode, John Tessitore reads a poem he has published, and tells the story behind the poem. John has been a newspaper reporter, a magazine writer, a college lecturer, and a biographer. He has directed national policy studies on education and cultural policy, and serves as Co-Editor Across the Pond for The Wee Sparrow […]

Host Maggie Smith is your daily poetry companion. Poetry is one of the greatest tools we have to wield our own attention — to consider our own lives and the lives of others, to help us live creatively and compassionately, to use that attention to lean into wonder, and joy, and truth, and to find […]

Wordsmithing and truth. Spittin’ in a way you feel what is being said!

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Daily poems focusing on a single human emotion in a style of a famous poet.

Poetry Pea is a poetry podcast from www.poetrypea.com. It features haiku and senryu and other Japanese short form poetry. There are lots of free writing resources, workshops from experts, readings of original poetry, haiku and senryu, as well as prompts and writing exercises. You can submit your haiku or senryu to Patricia and be featured […]

Sounding over the roofs of the world

This is a group selection of Spiritual Poetry.God Is Love, Love Is God I Speak Of Truth and The Spirit That Lyes Within I Can Show You How To Soar With The Wind …

HEA on the go! Original, never-before-heard romance audiobooks from your favorite authors, narrated by professionals and presented for your listening pleasure every, single week! We’ll begin a new, original audiobook every Monday, releasing one section per day, until wrapping it up with a big, swoony happily ever after on Friday! Hosted by New York Times […]

Part romance, part mystery, part courtroom and quasi-courtroom drama. Young love reignites itself after a hiatus of some years. Or does it? Much can change in that time — both to the people themselves, and to the events that shape their lives. The action moves from England to India, and back again, confronting the protagonists […]

It seems that all the people close to Betty are going through major life changes. Lois is certainly spending a lot of time with Dunmore Lane these days. Is Betty about to lose her friend and confidante forever? Even Miss Minturne is behaving strangely. If she’s falling in love, as Betty suspects, what will happen […]

Written under pseudonym of Edith Van Dyne. The story continues the adventures of three cousins, Louise, Patsy and Beth,with their debuts in society and the appearance of suitors, one of whom is rejected and kidnaps Louise. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)

Great literature readings from classic stories throughout time by many classics including; Edgar Allen Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, and more!

Rejected in love, the incredibly rich (but appropriately modest) George Bellew walks into a small English village populated with a cast of most interesting people, from the ramrod straight old Sergeant who can’t seem to get beyond talking of peaches with the apple of his eye, to the smarmy Mr. Cassilis who seems to think […]

Following the death of his wife Rachel, Rayleigh Stern spent the next six months in therapy group, trying to find ways to cope. Having lost the love of his life to cancer, he’s ready to throw in the towel. Group therapy isn’t helping, and he’s had enough. Then, on his last group session, he encounters […]

This is the third book in the Sweet Dreams series. Victoria has an awesome boyfriend, great friends, and her singing career on its way. Are the nightmares she’s been having a warning, or are they just a symptom of her subconscious second-guessing the happiness she is feeling for the first time in her life? Rob […]

Long awaited sequel to Sweet Dreams: A Musical Romance. Three days is not very long, but to Victoria, who’s been away from her new love Rob Malloy, it seems like forever. Returning from Colorado, Victoria reconnects with her friends, finding one particular friend isn’t too happy about her having a high society boyfriend. Imagine waking […]

At twenty-one, Rob Malloy is a successful San Francisco entertainment manager and has achieved more than most men twice his age. Wealthy and famous for closing any deal, he may seem to have everything a man could want. However, he longs to meet a woman he can share his life with. Victoria Knox is a […]

Ceil Clark is fed up with dating the twenty-something hipsters and slackers that litter the streets of Los Angeles nightlife like empty, discarded cans of Red Bull. Against the wise advice of her best friend, Lupe, she makes a pre-meditated decision to seduce, tag and bag her newest boss—Wayne Hayter; the cool and always collected […]