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Sing and rhyme along with these 26 much-loved nursery rhyme songs! Includes: 'The Wheels on the Bus' / 'Down at the Station, Early in the Morning' / 'Row Row Row Your Boat' / 'The Big Ship Sails on the Alley Alley Oh' / 'London Bridge is Falling Down' / 'Jack and Jill' / 'Hickory Dickory Dock' /...

Forty-five of Britain's best-loved poems, read by John Nettles, Siobhan Redmond, Greg Wise and Emma Fielding. In a national poll conducted to discover Britain's favourite poem, Rudyard Kipling's 'If -' was voted number one. This unique anthology brings together over forty poems from the poll...

Horror movies hold a complicated space in the queer community: historically misogynist, and often homo- and transphobic, the genre has also been inadvertently feminist and open to subversive readings. It Came from the Closet features twenty-five original essays by writers speaking to this relationship, through connections both empowering and oppressive. From Carmen Maria Machado on Jennifer’s Body, Jude Ellison S. Doyle on In My Skin, Addie Tsai on Dead Ringers, and many more, these conversations convey the rich reciprocity between queerness and horror.

Forty-five episodes from Series 1-8 of the Sony Award-winning BBC Radio comedy show, hosted by Rufus Hound. In this hilarious and revealing show, host Rufus Hound invites his guests to revisit their formative years by dusting off their intimate teenage diaries and reading them out in public for...

'The Gospel of John': Tony Britton reads St John's account of the life and teachings of Jesus. Specially composed music is included. The readings were part of BBC Radio 4's series of 341 daily episodes of the Bible, broadcast in 1991 and 1992. Abridged by Penny Leicester. 'The New Testament'...

Step into the thrilling world of mystery with Rivals of Sherlock Holmes, Vol. 2. This captivating anthology brings to life a collection of stories that were penned during the same era as Sir Arthur Conan Doyles beloved Sherlock Holmes tales. Adapted from the acclaimed British TV series of the early 70s, this volume features gripping narratives that showcase the clever detectives who dared to rival Holmes himself. (Summary by Nullifidian)

Dive into LibriVoxs Short Story Collection 055, featuring an enchanting assortment of 20 captivating short stories in the public domain. This diverse anthology includes works from renowned authors such as J. M. Barrie, O. Henry, Jerome, Joyce, London, Saki, R. L. Stevenson, Trollope, Wilde, and Wodehouse, all masterfully narrated by a talented group of LibriVox members.

Dive into the charming world of The Scrap Book, a delightful compilation of 18 works featuring two engaging non-fiction articles and a short piece of fiction or poetry from each of the issues spanning March to August 1906. Edited by Frank Munsey, this collection serves as a companion to the beloved Munseys Magazine. As Munsey noted in the editorial of the April 1906 issue, this publication mirrors the spirit of the British Punch, filled with witty and whimsical articles, alongside captivating stories and poetry. The Scrap Book continued to entertain readers until 1912, making it a treasure ...

Step into the captivating world of early cinema with this anthology of fiction that explores the magic and complexities of motion pictures. From the late nineteenth century, as the first kinetoscope technologies emerged, writers began to weave stories that reflect societys growing fascination with films and the enigmatic realm of Hollywood. This collection features 16 short stories and a compelling monologue, all published between 1895 and 1922, showcasing how these narratives not only celebrate the allure of the film industry but also unveil the fears and anxieties surrounding this ...

The tag-team interview show where the celebrity guest becomes the interviewer A complete collection of the talk show with a twist - the guest each week becomes the interviewer in the following episode. Focusing on the career and passions of a figure in the entertainment world whose work they...

Dive into the gripping world of 19th-century justice with The Incredible Trial of William Palmer. This captivating tale unravels the sensational courtroom drama surrounding one of the most notorious murder trials in British history. Explore the intrigue, scandal, and the quest for truth as we examine the evidence, the defense, and the publics obsession with this infamous case.

12 stories from the BBC TV series, narrated by Kenneth Williams. Featuring Mavis Cruet, the Fat Fairy; Arthur, the Cockney Caterpillar; Evil Edna, the Wicked Witch; Carwash, the Prissy Pussy; and The Moog, the Droopy Dog. Of course, we mustn’t forget ‘the Beast’, who is really Prince...

The Two Ronnies was one of Britain's most successful comedy sketch shows, and dominated the TV schedules for sixteen years between 1971 and 1987. This compilation of classics from the much-loved show includes the sketches 'The Strange Case of Mrs. Mace', 'Plain Speaking', 'Grublian', 'Dr...

A celebration of the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible, including documentaries and readings as heard on BBC Radio 4. 2011 marked the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible, a seminal text that remains the most widely published and influential book in the English language.Once...

An extraordinary tale of desire, betrayal and death from Britain's longest running and best loved radio serial. Wealthy, philandering gentleman farmer Brian Aldridge embarked on a casual fling with freelance translator Siobhan Hathaway, but what ensued was the most explosive affair in the...

Before TV’s The Twilight Zone, there was radio’s The Inner Sanctum Mystery, Lights Out!, The Weird Circle, and so many other great mysteries starring Orson Welles, Jane Wyman, Dana Andrews, Edmond O’Brien, James Cagney and more. 100 great mystery classics in one collection.

Two archive BBC Radio programmes in which Judi Dench and Michael Williams, accompanied by friends John Moffatt and Alec McCowen, read a cornucopia of poetry and prose. In this enchanting pair of programmes from 1991 and 1996, Dame Judi Dench and husband Michael Williams shared an eclectic...

Birds, Strangers and Psychos is a thrilling anthology that brings together the biggest names in mystery and crime fiction to pay homage to Alfred Hitchcock, the legendary filmmaker whose name is synonymous with suspense. Acclaimed editor Maxim Jakubowski curates 24 original short stories, each inspired by the mood, tension, and style that defined Hitchcock’s groundbreaking work.

Thrill to the hardboiled adventures of Ellery Queen, Philip Marlow, Dragnet, The Man called X, Philo Vance, Rocky Fortune and so many more as heroes fight the bad guys. 100 great detective classics in one collection.

Compilation of 20 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories