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'And what do you think of it all, Watson?' asked Sherlock Holmes, leaning back in his chair. 'It seems to me to be a most dark and sinister business.' 'Dark enough and sinister enough.' -Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, 'The Adventure of the Speckled Band' Best Classic Short Stories for Children brings...

"Sudden Fiction" is defined as flash fiction of between 750-1000 words that tells a complete story with a twist ending. Various artists share a new original prompt-based Sudden Fiction each week. R.B. Wood hosts the podcast.

To mark the 60th anniversary of the end of WWII in Europe, CSA Word is proud to release a brand new recording of over 100 poems written by the men and women who served during the war. A formidable and unique legacy, this striking collection of poems and voices, framed by helpful narration, evokes the atmosphere and feelings of war in all its aspects: the pain, passion, fear, loneliness, anger, and some unexpected humour too.

The American literary tradition has, in a far shorter span of time than others throughout history, achieved a glowing and glittering reputation. From its transatlantic roots it has absorbed the sons and daughters of other cultures, other lands and made them part of her own. Within this melting pot of styles, genres and wordplay one fact stands out: In the American short story, literary tradition has a strong, vibrant and almost inclusive history, if you know where to look.

In September 2013, Chief of Staff of the Army General Raymond T. Odierno tasked the Operation Iraqi Freedom Study Group with crafting a comprehensive operational history of the U.S. Armys involvement in the Iraq War from 2003 to 2011. This first volume, The United States Army in the Iraq War, 2003-2006, chronicles the U.S.-led efforts to topple Saddam Hussein and stabilize Iraq following his regimes removal. It captures the unfolding of military campaigns up to late 2006, when a pivotal shift in strategy led to the surge counteroffensive by American forces in 2007-2008, which is explored in ...

Dive into twelve captivating narratives that unfold during the American Civil War, each recounted by those who experienced the events firsthand or by contemporary observers. Join David Wales as he brings these extraordinary tales to life.

In the context of World War I, Ukrainians viewed the conflict as a pivotal opportunity for national unity and liberation from the oppressive grips of both Austria-Hungary and the Russian Empire. Galicia became a contentious point for the Russian government, as Austria-Hungary granted Ukrainians the freedom to cultivate their national identity within its borders. This environment fostered a flourishing of Ukrainian patriotic literature, inspiring those living under the Russian regime to aspire for independence. In response to the looming war between the Russian Empire and Austria-Hungary, ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that thrived from 1895 to 1922. Known for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical, this ninth issue features five captivating tales. In The House across the Way by Leo Gale, a puzzling walled-up space reveals its dark secrets. Mabell Shippie Clarkes Mrs Sloans Curiosity invites you to uncover the mystery behind the initials G. F. S. In The Seaweed Room, Clarice Irene Clinghan presents a haunting vision of love transcending death. The Second Edition by Geik Turner tells of a desperate ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary gem that graced readers from 1895 to 1922. Known for its captivating original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical, this magazine features a mix of emerging talents and renowned authors. In this tenth issue of Volume 3, youll discover five intriguing tales > Flicker Browns Fourth by Sewell Ford an inventive celebration of the 4th of July that draws a crowd > Only a Mistake by Clarence Maiko a gripping exploration of how a guilty conscience can unravel the mind > The Hold-Up Near Badgers Bar by Edmund ...

Step into the intriguing world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its captivating original short stories that explore the uncanny and the fantastical. In this eleventh issue, readers are treated to five engaging tales The Mysterious Card Unveiled by Cleveland Moffett reveals the dark secrets of a mans soul; Mrs. Bilgers Victory by Emma S. Jones and Geik Turner showcases a womans courageous battle against corporate injustice; A Defender of the Faith by John D. Barry demonstrates how standing up for whats right earns a man the admiration of his beloved; Tims ...

Step into the whimsical world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its captivating original short stories that explore the uncanny and fantastical. This fifth issue of volume 2 features six intriguing tales, including The Lost Paradise by Geik Turner and T. F. Anderson, where a floating island leads its owner into political turmoil; My Invisible Friend by Katharine Kip, which reveals the tragic consequences of a brilliant invention; and Pendarvis, the Cracker by Allen Chamberlain, showcasing the lengths people will go to avoid work. Other stories include Le ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories exploring the uncanny and fantastical. In this third issue of volume 2, youll discover six intriguing tales The Lost Brook Trail by Bert Leston Taylor, where a man enlists a guide for a fishing expedition that promises an unusual catch; A Modern de Pompadour by Jennie Bullard Waterbury, featuring a gifted wigmaker who finally encounters his rival; The Parchment Diary by Willis B. Lloyd, as a traveler documents a hermits poignant story of ...

Dive into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this riveting 9th issue of Volume 3, discover five compelling tales > The Storm Warrior by Max Wagner, where an honorable man faces difficult choices; > My Awful Aunts by Sam Davis, a journalist entangled in a hilarious prank involving his mischievous aunts; > The Scent of Jasmine by Livingstone B. Morse, where a pianist is transported back to the past through the power of music; > The Iron Star by ...

Step back in time with the eleventh issue of volume 2 of The Black Cat, a captivating literary magazine that graced the world from 1895 to 1922. Known for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical, this issue features five intriguing tales from both emerging and established writers. Discover the mystery behind Her Bare Foot by William C. Hudson, where ominous warnings abound. Follow the unexpected fate-changing discovery in Miss Phoebe and Mr. Lorton by Charles Sloan Reid. Experience Americas first court-recorded ghost story in A No Quorum Night by L. A. Leonard. ...

Step into the intriguing world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. In this twelfth issue, discover six compelling tales The Reapers by Ly Batterman Lindsay, where a young couples desire for a fresh start clashes with their haunting past; A Kindergarten Hold-Up by Mabell Shippie Clarke, featuring a wayward tramp who finds unexpected empathy in the innocence of children; The Guardian of Mystery Island by Dr. Edmond Nolcini, an adventurers quest to debunk superstition ...

Step back into the enchanting world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. This captivating second issue of Volume 3 features a diverse array of compelling narratives In Melted Melody by James J. McEvilly, an archaeologists peculiar experiment unfolds within the chilling confines of an ice cave. Wellington Vandivers Old Pruitt reveals the delightful secret behind why Block 2 was the most spirited area in gaol. Meanwhile, Philip Verrill Mighels’ The Coming and Going of a Washoe tells the ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this exciting first issue of Volume 3, youll discover a collection of intriguing tales His Millionaire Client by Sallie Pate Steen, where a clever scheme unfolds to claim the inheritance of a convicted murderer; The Egg that Ran Away by Philip Verrill Mighels, featuring a naturalists discovery of a supposedly new species of eggs; Love and Avarice by Leonard Freeman Burbank, which explores the tragic ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. This eighth issue of volume 2 features five intriguing tales The Passing of the Polly Ann by Collins Shackelford, where a shipwreck survivor reveals a shocking truth; The Obsequies of Ole Miss Jug by Jean Ross Irvine, a heartwarming story of children honoring their beloved dog; A Modern Goliath by J. C. W. Brooks, U.S.A., which delves into a gripping court-martial trial; The Colby Girls by Charles Bryant ...

Dive into the pages of The Black Cat, a captivating literary magazine from 1895 to 1922, known for its original short stories that explore the uncanny and fantastical. This ninth issue of volume 2 features five intriguing tales The Man-Hunt of Mendocino by Frank Bailey Millard, where a mothers relentless quest for vengeance unfolds; Silas Bartles Snake-Bite Cure by Winthrop Packard, chronicling young Norriss harrowing fight against a venomous snake bite; Tunnel Number Six by Eugene C. Derby, revealing the chilling secrets of a haunted mine tunnel; An Old Maids Wedding Trip by Juliet Wilbor ...

Step into the intriguing world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this twelfth issue of Volume 2, youll encounter a diverse array of tales In Sombre by John M. Ellicott, U.S.N., can Anita rescue her beloved pet-bull and her fiancé from the perilous arena? Alden Lymans The Debut of Mandana reveals the lengths one might go to in order to entice visitors. Experience the haunting solitude of a quiet house in Number Seven by Livingstone B. Morse, where the relentless ...