Short Stories

It is one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the twentieth century: the story of Elric, emperor of the dying kingdom of Melniboné. For a hundred centuries the Melnibonéans have ruled from the Dragon Isle of Imrryr. Now, after years of corruption and decadence, Elric’s amoral cousin Prince Yyrkoon, the brother of his beloved Cymoril, sets his eyes on the Ruby Throne. Elric must face his treacherous cousin not as a warrior but as a sorcerer king once again in league with the ancient gods of Melniboné, the Chaos Lords, and thus sealing his inexorable fate.

There is a space that exists between the world of nightmares and the real world. A space where all your worst fears feel like they are coming true, where the nightmare is so real you can almost touch it, feel it, taste it. We are about to explore these nightmares. Within these pages are tales of revenge, regret, addiction, murder and a spider on the wall that will not die. Hopefully when you are finished you can sleep a little better... Or not at all...

Dr. Alison Winters has a secret: She’s looking for a cure for vampiric blood madness. After years of research, Alison is hopeful she might, at long last, have the answers that will save her high school friend from an eternity of blood madness. And the handsome, mysterious vampire who shows up at her door can’t just be there by coincidence. The gorgeous woman isn’t what the vampire Laurent expected to find. She’s tempting, but he suspects things aren’t at all what they seem. Barely able to keep his hands off her, Laurent knows Alison is his fated mate, and he’s determined to ...

Ten tales of terror for readers who would enjoy a stroll through a graveyard after midnight. Hark! Don’t read this book if a deranged maniac has escaped from the local asylum. Otherwise, enjoy the horror! STORIES IN THIS BOOK: SOMETHING IN THE ATTIC: Norma goes to the attic for a Halloween.costume. She lapses into unconsciousness after reading from an old book that belonged to her grandma, who was burned at the stake during the Salem witch trials,. FIDO: After George loses his job and decides to leave his hometown to start a new life, he considers a rich recluse an easy target for some ...

Read this with Vincent Price's voice in your head. In the world's forgotten corners of the darkness, where shadows stretch long and whispers never fade, Stories that will make you Sh17 yourself, weave together a chilling collection of ghostly and supernatural tales. Each of the 40 stories explores a different haunted place, where the past refuses to stay buried and fear takes on a life of its own. From eerie carnivals and cursed paintings to malevolent mansions and spectral islands, these stories delve into the unknown, where the boundary between reality and nightmare begins to blur. Within...

The snick of a lock. The squeak of door hinges. The creak of a floorboard... Nothing is more mysterious than footsteps in the dark. Are those approaching steps that of friend or enemy? Lover or killer?

After a string of bad dates and no prospects, Sophia Othonos has finally hit the jackpot: an actual nice guy. When he suggests a romantic getaway, she’s sure they’re about to take the next step toward their future. A rustic cruise to the Galápagos Islands isn’t exactly her idea of a vacation, but Sophia is ready for anything…until her boyfriend has to cancel. Now she’s all alone on a trip that was meant for two. Sophia finds herself at a crossroads about who she is, what she wants, and whether her relationship is really everything she thought.

The apocalypse is coming. There's only one way off Earth. When a small-moon-sized asteroid is discovered hurtling toward Earth, billionaire scientist Darien Trass must deal with the hardships of finding the select few who will join him on his voyage to escape the apocalypse and rekindle civilization on another world.

In the past 50 years, the American short story has changed dramatically. New voices, forms, and mixtures of genres have brought this unique US genre a thrilling burst of energy. This rich anthology celebrates this avalanche of talent. Beginning in 1970, it culls together a half century of powerful American short stories from all genres, including - for the first time in a literary anthology - science fiction, horror, and fantasy.

A terrifying, thrilling collection of must-listen horror stories chock-full of nightmarish supernatural beings and the murderously disturbed that are sure to keep you up all night long.

In the enchanting world of hospitality, Drake, Adam, Talia, and Jason are some of the most influential in their profession. Success and luxury come with a price when deception is used as a stepping stone. How well does one really know their coworkers? Invited to attend a Friday meeting in the executive suite, the lights go out and the doors bolt shut. Trapped with no way to escape, the team has to encounter cryptic clues about their past indiscretions and darkest secrets. They either confess to their colleagues or pay the ultimate price.

Do you wish you had something that would help your children go to sleep while also teaching them something? Then look no further. This book is for you, or should I say, your child. Reading stories to your child, or playing them stories, are a big part of their developmental process. It helps them learn to talk and it also engages their imagination more when they don’t have to read the story to themselves. It can also aid in creating a regular bedtime routine, which will help to calm your child down and get them relaxed and ready for bed. In this book, you will find 25 short stories that ...

This is a collection of four spanking stories, each with a British theme. The main story is the length of a novella, and the book also includes three other short spanking stories. Kathy, Bella, and Bruce: During a visit to her friend’s house, Bella notices an old St. Trinian’s school pinafore drying on the clothes rack. When she inquires what it is used for, her friend Kathy tells her that they use it for some spanking fun. Intrigued, Bella tries the uniform on, and Kathy spanks her. This sets up a roleplay, which is arranged with Kathy’s husband, where Bella will play the role of ...

Including the stories "Lispeth", "Beyond the Pale", and "In the Pride of His Youth", this collection tells of soldiers, wise children, exiles, forbidden romances, and divided identities, creating a rich portrait of Anglo-Indian society. Originally published for a newspaper in Lahore when Kipling was a journalist, the tales were later revised by him to re-create as vividly as possible the sights and smells of India for readers at home.

After the loss of her mother, a woman returns to the San Fernando Valley only to uncover a haunting secret about her childhood friend. A visiting professor at a charming but strange California liberal arts college must face her past in order to protect her son. A sister, lost in the woods, confronts the dangerous truth about her brother, her stepmother, and herself. Rose's dog Wolfie has died, and three seductive women offer to help return him to her. But only if she will pay the price.

Selected from the best of the world's short fiction, 50 Great Short Stories brings together writings by great masters of the genre. Carefully picked for their timeless quality, listeners are sure to be delighted by the inclusion of such favourites as 'The Gift of the Magi', 'The Lady with the Dog', 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button', 'Rain' and 'Mrs Packletide's Tiger', to name but a few.

Eager fans have been clamoring for an all-in-one collection of #1 bestselling author Sherrilyn Kenyon's hard-to-find short stories. In this collection, Sherrilyn Kenyon takes listeners from the Dark-Hunters to witches to demons and everything in-between as she explores the darkest parts of human nature. Dangerous and exciting, each story is one thrill ride after the next, proving time and again how Sherrilyn has captivated millions worldwide. Now, listeners are invited to go deep into Kenyon's rich and imaginative mind and experience the heart-racing moments that never stop coming!

When Chet and Bernie happen upon a prison work crew that includes Frenchie Boutette, an old criminal pal they sent up the river, getting a new case is the last thing they expect. But Frenchie, who comes from an old Louisiana family full of black sheep, needs help finding his one law-abiding relative, his brother Ralph, a reclusive inventor who has gone missing with his houseboat.

Every woman wants them. Only one can have them. I never thought the four alphas would notice me. I'm plain. Average. Boring. And they're... incredible. When I attend their mating ball, I expect them to ignore my presence. All of a sudden, all four of them are claiming me. And they won't take no for an answer. They're best friends. They do everything together. Why shouldn't they take a mate together, too? And when they make me theirs, what heights of erotic bliss can they show me? (Mating Their Omega is a standalone paranormal reverse harem romance with dark elements. For mature readers only!)

A "very short Catholic priest" who does "...not seem to know which was the right end of his return ticket," Father Brown is the embodiment of the phrase 'looks can be deceiving.' Arguably the second best-known crime-solver in English literature, this unassuming man of the cloth solves case after case with ease.