Short Stories audiobooks

Children's Short Works, Vol. 021 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Harriet Myrtle

Narrated by: Patricia Carter, Ouida Murphy & Nicole Vanauken

Length: 2 hours 44 minutes

Abridged: No

Immerse yourself in a captivating collection of children's short works, meticulously curated from the pages of history. From the whimsical tales of Harriet Myrtle to the timeless fables of Aesop, this anthology offers a treasure trove of literary gems. Each story is a testament to the power of imagination, the beauty of language, and the... Read more

The Third Circle (Unabridged)

By: Frank Norris

Narrated by: Cleveland Scott

Length: 5 hours 33 minutes

Abridged: No

In the bustling metropolis of San Francisco, where fortunes are made and lost in the blink of an eye, a tale of ambition, love, and betrayal unfolds. "The Third Circle" by Frank Norris delves into the lives of three individuals whose paths intertwine in a web of deceit and desire. As they navigate the treacherous waters of high society, their... Read more

Sonnets on Anglo-Saxon History (Unabridged)

By: Ann Hawkshaw

Narrated by: Mildred Lorenzen

Length: 2 hours 31 minutes

Abridged: No

In the tapestry of time, where history's threads intertwine, Ann Hawkshaw's "Sonnets on Anglo-Saxon History" unveils a poetic masterpiece. Through 140 sonnets, she weaves a vibrant narrative of England's formative years, from the arrival of the Anglo-Saxons to the Norman Conquest. Each sonnet captures a pivotal moment, a legendary figure, or a... Read more

A Thief in the Night - Version 2 (Unabridged)

By: E. W. Hornung

Narrated by: Maria Gandy, Laura Hutchinson & Helen Lewis

Length: 6 hours 9 minutes

Abridged: No

In the enigmatic world of Victorian England, a cunning thief known as A.J. Raffles emerges from the shadows. With his impeccable style and audacious heists, Raffles captivates both the public and the authorities. As Inspector Mackenzie relentlessly pursues him, Raffles's daring escapades become increasingly perilous. But behind the facade of a... Read more

The Burning Wheel (Unabridged)

By: Aldous Huxley

Narrated by: Antone Jones, Jeremiah Mullen & Kaye West

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the wake of a devastating war, a group of survivors struggles to rebuild their lives amidst the ruins of a once-great civilization. As they grapple with the horrors they have witnessed and the challenges of a shattered world, they must confront the darkness within themselves and the choices that will shape their future. The Burning Wheel is... Read more

El Gominola

By: F. Scott Fitzgerald

Narrated by: Max Garzón

Length: 1 hour 10 minutes

Abridged: No

Gratis por lanzamiento!-En español neutro, narrado por un humano- Read more

The Katherine Mansfield Special Collection

By: Katherine Mansfield

Narrated by: Kylie Elliott, various narrators, Erin White, L...

Length: 23 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

Between 1922 and 1923, Katherine Mansfield wrote four volumes of short stories:The Garden Party and Other StoriesBliss and Other StoriesIn a German PensionThe Dove’s Nest and Other StoriesThis recording includes all sixty-three stories from the four collections, including a number of incomplete stories collated after Mansfield’s death.This... Read more

I'm with Cupid

By: Dawn Blair

Narrated by: Dawn Blair

Length: 27 minutes

Abridged: No

Cupid hates his curse, yet he pulls another feather from his wings. It turns to an arrow in his fingers as his bow comes to his hand. Notching the arrow, Cupid takes aim and fires.
It might as well have been targeted at his own heart.
People don’t know what it takes to be Cupid. This tough job leads to heartbreak every time.
On occasion, Cupid... Read more

El principio del placer y otros cuentos

By: José Emilio Pacheco

Narrated by: Alex Ortega, Adriana Galindo, Sergio Mejía, Ger...

Length: 3 hours 32 minutes

Abridged: No

Un legado invaluable que nos invita a seguir leyendo, escribiendo y soñando En la pieza que da título a este volumen (premio Xavier Villaurrutia), Jorge, un muchacho que no entiende por qué la vida es como es, crece en una sociedad de doble moral cuyas contradicciones se acentúan a medida que lo consume el amor por una joven mayor que él. A esta... Read more

Tales & Stories

By: Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Narrated by: Nano Nagle

Length: 14 hours 6 minutes

Abridged: No

Mary Shelley is of course known because of her short novel Frankenstein. Still, she was always writing and these tales and mysteries written on her extended travels show how interested she was in the strangeness of people. Perhaps she wanted to make her mark in a tribute to her famous mother, Mary Wollstonecraft, and her famous husband, Percy... Read more

Flair

By: Jeffrey Hanlon

Narrated by: Various voice actors

Length: 1 hour 31 minutes

Abridged: No

An eclectic mix of short stories from the audacious mind of Jeffrey Hanlon, produced by Zither Studios. Read more

The Doll

By: Charles W. Chesnutt

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Length: 28 minutes

Abridged: No

Charles Chesnutt's "The Doll" is a story of seeking truth, facing discrimination, and making bold choices for the sake of one's own livelihood. "The Doll", depicts the African American barber as a human character by showing him struggle with and simply show human thoughts and emotions. The story takes place during a time of huge racial... Read more

The Wife of His Youth

By: Charles W. Chesnutt

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Length: 34 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Wife of His Youth" is a short story by American author Charles W. Chesnutt, first published in July 1898. It later served as the title story of the collection The Wife of His Youth and Other Stories of the Color-Line. That book was first published in 1899, the same year Chesnutt published his short story collection The Conjure Woman. "The... Read more

Falls Confession

By: Dawn Blair

Narrated by: Dawn Blair

Length: 52 minutes

Abridged: No

He fed the wrong snake and it led to his doom.
As a champion, Fall fights for the side of good, until that moment when he doesn’t. Chaos needs attention too or the universe tilts out of balance. Now incarcerated, they press for Fall’s confession: why did he do it?
Can his actions make up for his heinous crime and let good once again triumph over... Read more

The Last Ant

By: Dawn Blair

Narrated by: Dawn Blair

Length: 39 minutes

Abridged: No

The ant scurries on the counter, alone and the only remnant of its poisoned colony. Empathizing with the ant, Natalie ponders putting it out of its misery. As a scientist, she knows her flowcharts point to humankind’s destruction: much like the ants, we polluted our colony too.
Heading up one of a handful of secret labs, Natalie’s mission to save... Read more

The Doorway Prince

By: Dawn Blair

Narrated by: Dawn Blair

Length: 2 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

The king’s advisor has a problem. The dead king left no heirs.
Eclipse searches for the kingdom's next ruler, but his calculations are skewed and unfocused. He doesn’t understand why he can’t get a handle on them. Worse, the royal council presses him for a decision.
He has only a star to assist his way through these dark times, and it lights his... Read more

Oxygen

By: Dawn Blair

Narrated by: Dawn Blair

Length: 33 minutes

Abridged: No

It has to be the janitor.
The voice coming through her radio has to be the station's janitor. What other explanation could there be?
Unless...
No! Ghosts do not exist!
Hoping to leave the past behind, Shelly gets in her car and starts driving. But in running away, Shelly encounters an adventure she never expects.
It all begins with a strange voice on... Read more

Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories (Unabridged)

By: Harriet Beecher Stowe

Narrated by: Katherine Benshoof

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the quaint town of Oldtown, where the embers crackle and shadows dance, gather 'round the hearth for Sam Lawson's captivating tales. Harriet Beecher Stowe, the beloved author of "Uncle Tom's Cabin," weaves a tapestry of laughter, wisdom, and intrigue in this collection of fireside stories. From the mischievous antics of "The Minister's... Read more

The Defeat of Youth and Other Poems (Unabridged)

By: Aldous Huxley

Narrated by: Tanesha Brown, Rich Ivy & Ann Mcclary

Length: 1 hour 21 minutes

Abridged: No

In "The Defeat of Youth and Other Poems," Aldous Huxley, renowned for his dystopian masterpiece "Brave New World," unveils a collection of poignant and thought-provoking verse. Through lyrical explorations of youth, love, nature, and the human condition, Huxley's poems capture the complexities of life's journey. From the exuberance of youth to... Read more

Jonah (Unabridged)

By: Aldous Huxley

Narrated by: Sierra Cardinal, Karen Castellanos & Maryam Tel...

Length: 16 minutes

Abridged: No

In the depths of a raging storm, a young man named Jonah finds himself trapped within the belly of a colossal sea creature. As darkness envelops him, he embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Through vivid imagery and thought-provoking insights, Aldous Huxley's "Jonah" delves into the depths of human nature,... Read more

Short Story Collection Vol. 061 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Anton Chekhov

Narrated by: Robert Mathews, Lindsey Blumenthal & Tracy Stevens

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Immerse yourself in a literary tapestry woven by masters of the short story form. This captivating collection showcases the brilliance of Anton Chekhov, Guy de Maupassant, and other literary luminaries. From poignant tales of love and loss to witty satires and thought-provoking explorations of human nature, each story is a gem that will linger... Read more

A Wine of Wizardry (Unabridged)

By: George Sterling

Narrated by: Angela Xue, Sam Strickland & Martha Adams

Length: 2 hours 10 minutes

Abridged: No

In the realm of Averoigne, where magic flows like wine, a young woman named Yseult embarks on a perilous quest. Driven by a thirst for knowledge and a desire to unravel the secrets of her past, she ventures into the treacherous Forest of Shadows. As she delves deeper into the enchanted woods, Yseult encounters enigmatic creatures, ancient... Read more

The Collected Public Domain Poems of Wallace Stevens, Volume 2 (Unabridged)

By: Wallace Stevens

Narrated by: Elouise Clanton, Henry Kendall & George Quinnie

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Immerse yourself in the profound and enigmatic world of Wallace Stevens in "The Collected Public Domain Poems of Wallace Stevens, Volume 2." This comprehensive anthology presents a treasure trove of the poet's most celebrated works, now available in the public domain. From the ethereal imagery of "Sunday Morning" to the philosophical musings of... Read more

Selected Essays of Samuel Johnson (Unabridged)

By: Samuel Johnson

Narrated by: Daniel Endicott, Lavelle Brookins & Preston Dej...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the annals of English literature, Samuel Johnson stands as a towering figure, renowned for his incisive wit, profound wisdom, and mastery of language. This comprehensive collection of his essays offers a captivating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest thinkers of the 18th century. From his reflections on literature and morality to... Read more