Short Stories audiobooks

Po' Sandy

By: Charles W. Chesnutt

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Length: 32 minutes

Abridged: No

"Po' Sandy" is a second short story from The Conjure Woman, was published in The Atlantic in 1888.  It follows the same frame narrative as the previous one with Julius McAdoo advising John against following through with his plans of demolishing a schoolhouse to build a kitchen. In this short story, Sandy is an enslaved man owned by Mars Marrabo... Read more

Old Wounds

By: Elaine Rowe

Narrated by: Elaine Rowe

Length: 37 minutes

Abridged: No

Elaine Rowe is a Toronto writer who likes to write for children (and others) about unexpectedly talented animals and resourceful women. After years of hiding her light under a bushel, she decided to see if anyone else likes her stories. As the author explains, "Old Wounds was sparked by a story I heard one evening on the CBC radio program 'As It... Read more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

Short Story Collection Vol. 063 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Lord Dunsany

Narrated by: Ronald Silverstein, Kenneth Hubbard & Hugh Felker

Length: 6 hours 19 minutes

Abridged: No

Prepare to be transported to realms of wonder and imagination with "Short Story Collection Vol. 063 (Unabridged)." This captivating anthology features a diverse array of tales from literary masters such as Lord Dunsany, H.G. Wells, and E.F. Benson. From whimsical adventures to spine-tingling mysteries, each story promises to ignite your... Read more

Short Story Collection Vol. 062 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Steele Rudd

Narrated by: Edward Fiorini, Evette Pinon & Christine Angarola

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Prepare to be captivated by a literary tapestry woven with the finest threads of storytelling. Short Story Collection Vol. 062 (Unabridged) is a treasure trove of captivating tales that will transport you to realms of imagination and wonder. From the whimsical to the profound, each story is a masterpiece crafted by literary giants such as Steele... Read more

Three Minute Stories (Unabridged)

By: Laura E. Howe Richards

Narrated by: Joan Mckenzie, Errol Williams & Priscilla Helms

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the realm of literature, where brevity reigns supreme, "Three Minute Stories (Unabridged)" by Laura E. Howe Richards emerges as a captivating collection of miniature masterpieces. Each tale, crafted with meticulous precision, unfolds within the fleeting span of three minutes, leaving an indelible mark on the reader's imagination. From... Read more

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 06 (Unabridged)

By: Geographic Society

Narrated by: Greg Sisson, Betty Miller & Karen Farrington

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the pages of The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 06. Published in 1894, this captivating volume transports you to the heart of exploration and discovery. From the depths of the ocean to the summit of mountains, witness the wonders of the natural world through the eyes of intrepid explorers. Delve into... Read more

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 01. January 1896 (Unabridged)

By: Geographic Society

Narrated by: Diana Crosby, Thomas Walters & Barbara Gonzalez

Length: 2 hours 13 minutes

Abridged: No

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the pages of The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 01. Published in January 1896, this captivating volume transports you to the heart of exploration and discovery. Witness the wonders of the natural world, from the depths of the ocean to the soaring heights of mountains. Delve into the lives of... Read more