Forgotten Classics

In which we hear a prophecy, say goodbye to one friend, and meet another. Episode 247, The People of the Mist, chapters 3-4 (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism. Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now?  South African slang This story is in the public domain.

The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion (listen or download from link above) According to Webster la·gniappe \ˈlan-ˌyap, lan-ˈ\ Function: noun Etymology: American French, from American Spanish la ñapa the lagniappe, from la + ñapa, yapa, from Quechua yapa something added Date: 1844 : a small gift given a customer by a merchant at the time of a purchase; broadly : something given or obtained gratuitously or by way of good measure

In which we meet lose everything, bid farewell to love, and make a sacred vow to reach for the stars. Episode 246, The People of the Mist, chapters 1-2 (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism. Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now?  South African slang This story is in the public domain.

In which all is revealed. Well, not "all" (get your minds out of the gutter) but everything we need to finish our "half-clad Martian warrior maids invading Earth" adventure. Episode 245, Warrior Queen of Mars, finale (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplay This story is in the public domain. Book Highlights The Rosie Project S. Christmas Mysteries The Martian

In which we track a semi-naked woman through the snow, dodge nefarious Russians, and make a surprising discovery. Episode 244, Warrior Queen of Mars, part 2 (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplay This story is in the public domain. Podcast Highlight Reading Envy Podcast

A Shepherd I Will Remain by Elizabeth Scalia read by permission of the author (listen or download from link above) According to Webster la·gniappe \ˈlan-ˌyap, lan-ˈ\ Function: noun Etymology: American French, from American Spanish la ñapa the lagniappe, from la + ñapa, yapa, from Quechua yapa something added Date: 1844 : a small gift given a customer by a merchant at the time of a purchase; broadly : something given or obtained gratuitously or by way of good measure

In which we encounter Iceland, an immortal doctor, a 6'4" frozen female, and  mysterious memory loss. Episode 243, Warrior Queen of Mars, part 1 (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplay This story is in the public domain. Other Info The Green Girl

In which we contemplate murder, self-sacrifice, marriage, and happy endings. Episode 242, Cricket on the Hearth 3 (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: G for a fantasy of home, frisky Boxers and grouchy toymakers This story is in the public domain. The LibriVox recording by Ruth Golding is also in the public domain in the U.S. I am very grateful for LibriVox and Ms. Golding's talent which are graciously provided gratis. Podcast Highlight The Christmas Stocking Podcast

In which we go on the carrier's rounds, enjoy a picnic, meet Caleb's daughter, and see an unimaginable sight. Episode 241, Cricket on the Hearth 2 (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: G for a fantasy of home, frisky Boxers and grouchy toymakers This story is in the public domain. The LibriVox recording by Ruth Golding is also in the public domain in the U.S. I am very grateful for LibriVox and Ms. Golding's talent which are graciously provided gratis. Lagniappe The Man Who Invented Christmas

Mrs. Appleyard's Kitchen sample: Episode 73: show notes, download Mrs. Appleyard's Year Introduction, January: show notes, downloadFebruary: show notes, downloadMarch-April: show notes, downloadMay: show notes, downloadJune-July: show notes, downloadAugust: show notes, downloadSeptember-October: show notes, downloadNovember-December: show notes, download

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In which we meet the Peerybingles, Boxer, a poor toymaker, a crabby toymaker, an unusual parcel and ... the cricket. Episode 240, Cricket on the Hearth 1 (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: G for a fantasy of home, frisky Boxers and grouchy toymakers This story is in the public domain. The LibriVox recording by Ruth Golding is also in the public domain in the U.S. I am very grateful for LibriVox and Ms. Golding's talent which are graciously provided gratis. Lagniappe The Man Who Invented Christmas

In which we sample some hors d'oeuvres from a tasty platter of American food writing. Episode 239, American Food Writing (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: G for apples, pies, chickens, bears, pancakes, and Egg McMuffins American Food Writing is under copyright. This story is shared under the Fair Use Act as a sample of the pieces in the anthology. Views to the contrary, please contact me (my email is in the sidebar). Podcast Highlight Great Mustaches in History

In which football, Thanksgiving, and shopping end up the year. Episode 238, Mrs. Appleyard's Year, November-December (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: G for charm, humor, and 1941 life This story is in the public domain as far as I can ascertain. If I am incorrect in my findings, please contact me (my email is in the sidebar). Podcast Highlight Documents That Changed the World

In which we have a martini, read a scroll, and practice magic. Episode 237, No Forwarding Address (download or listen via this link) Book Information Story rating: G for tall tales in taverns No Forwarding Address by L. Sprague de Camp and Fletcher Pratt is under copyright. This story is shared under the Fair Use Act as an illustration of this duo's writing. Views to the contrary, please contact me (my email is in the sidebar). Podcast Highlight Journey Into Seeing Ear Theater