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This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. What if an ancient terror could change its shape, invade the human mind, and turn the streets of Victorian London into a hunting ground? In *The Beetle*, Richard Marsh unleashes one of the most disturbing creations of nineteenth-century Gothic horror...

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The Beetle is a horror novel that was published in 1897 and significantly outsold Dracula, which appeared in the same year. A polymorphous Egyptian creature – the Beetle – seeks revenge on the eminent British politician Paul Lessingham for crimes committed against the disciples of an ancient cult. Although it is less well-known than Dracula to modern audiences, The Beetle remains a leading example of the Gothic novel.

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The Beetle tells the tale of an evil, ancient Egyptian spirit seeking revenge on an up-and-coming British politician, Paul Lessingham. The shape-shifting creature that pursues Lessingham is possessed of hypnotic powers and takes different forms, both male and female, as well as morphing into a beetle - a figure that induces terror in its victims.

Judith Lee possesses a remarkable talent: she can read lips from a distance, a skill that opens doors to extraordinary adventures. In this gripping detective tale by Richard Marsh, originally published in 1911, Judith navigates a world filled with mystery and intrigue. As a strong and independent female detective, she tackles challenges that showcase her unique abilities and sharp instincts. Each episode follows her as she uncovers secrets hidden in plain sight, solving cases that leave others baffled. Richard Marsh, known for his captivating storytelling in works like 'The Beetle,' ...

Mary Blyth, a sales clerk who is robbed, nearly murdered and then fired from her job, thinks her luck has changed when she inherits an old house from a distant relation, Benjamin Batters. This house holds dark secrets. Murderous thugs, a mysterious threat from the Far East let her know this is not the case. The Joss, a Reversion is from Richard Marsh, author of “The Beetle”. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd

Madge and Ella have lived at Clover Cottage for six weeks when a series of strange events begin to occur. A gentleman who arrives asking for a piano lesson from Madge, suddenly bolts out the back door and over the hedge when he sees a rough-looking character watching him from the street in front of the cottage. This man in turn, runs away when he sees a shabbily dressed woman come around the corner. The woman, marches into the cottage, declaring that the cottage is haunted, and she is the wife of the ghost! An attempted burglary, and a cryptic note left at the scene, just add to the mystery. (...

After a night of drinking and gambling, John Ferguson has a terrifying dream of his neighbor being violently torn to shreds by an unknown attacker. When he wakes up, he sees a strange and bloodied woman climbing through his window, suffering from amnesia. These strange occurrences are brought to a chilling climax when, the next day, Ferguson learns that his dream came true, and his neighbor was indeed brutally murdered during the night! With suspicion mounting against the mysterious woman, Ferguson sets out to uncover her true identity and find the vicious killer in the process.Originally ...

A collection of adult stories - sad, humorous, and adventurous - about Man's Best Friend. NOTE: Some of these selections contain violence and racial stereotypes that will be objectionable to some listeners. - Summary by TriciaG

After settling into Clover Cottage for six weeks, Madge and Ella find themselves enveloped in a web of eerie happenings. Their quiet life is disrupted when a gentleman, seeking a piano lesson from Madge, flees in terror upon spotting a suspicious figure lurking outside. This mysterious man quickly retreats when confronted by a ragged woman who boldly enters the cottage, proclaiming it to be haunted and revealing herself as the wife of the ghost! As an attempted burglary unfolds and a cryptic note appears at the scene, the intrigue deepens, leaving the two friends to unravel the mystery that ...

In House of Mystery, a captivating tale unfolds as two women, identical in appearance yet worlds apart in circumstance—one wealthy and the other impoverished—find themselves entangled in a web of mistaken identities. This twist of fate leads to a whirlwind of comic misadventures and poignant moments, exploring the chaos that ensues when their lives collide. (Summary by Jim Locke)

In modern society writing a letter, on paper, is almost unheard of. We all scribble notes and reminders but very rarely compose our thoughts in lengthy prose for another person to read. In this volume our talented authors bring us a plethora of narratives that centre themselves on how vital a few lines are to characters navigating through the twists and turns of a story.

Richard Bernard Heldmann was born on 12th October 1857, in St Johns Wood, North London. By his early 20’s Heldmann began publishing fiction for the myriad magazine publications that had sprung up and were eager for good well-written content. Marsh was a prolific writer and wrote almost 80 volumes of fiction as well as many short stories, across many genres from horror and crime to romance and humour. His unusual characters, plotting devices and other literary developments have identified his legacy as one of the best British writers of his time.

Richard Bernard Heldmann was born on 12th October 1857, in St Johns Wood, North London. By his early 20’s Heldmann began publishing fiction for the myriad magazine publications that had sprung up and were eager for good well-written content. Marsh was a prolific writer and wrote almost 80 volumes of fiction as well as many short stories, across many genres from horror and crime to romance and humour. His unusual characters, plotting devices and other literary developments have identified his legacy as one of the best British writers of his time.

A train seems a very reliable mode to bring out the best in authors and sometimes the worst in their fictional characters. In this volume our narratives are usually set inside the carriage compartment where they are really up close and personal with each other. All our authors need to do is to light the touchpaper and stand well back.

Dive into a delightful collection of 12 short stories that blend mystery and humor, crafted exclusively for your entertainment. As the title suggests, these tales are here for your amusement, expertly narrated by Carolin.

Mary Blyth, a sales clerk whose life takes a dark turn when she is robbed, nearly murdered, and subsequently fired, believes her fortunes have shifted with the inheritance of an old house from a distant relative, Benjamin Batters. However, this seemingly fortuitous gift harbors sinister secrets. As murderous thugs and a mysterious threat from the Far East close in on her, Mary soon discovers that her newfound luck is anything but fortunate. The Joss, a Reversion is a gripping tale from Richard Marsh, the acclaimed author of The Beetle.‚ - Summary by Alan Winterrowd

Dive into the twisted world of Cyril Wentworth, a truly despicable man who will stop at nothing to maintain his luxurious lifestyle. Yet, he finds himself constantly thwarted by a determined young woman hell-bent on sabotaging his every move. What‚s a villain to do? Richard Marsh, renowned for his work The Beetle, delivers another captivating tale filled with horror, humor, crime, and even a dash of the undead. Told in a refreshingly modern style, this story showcases Marshs knack for crafting intriguing female protagonists. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd