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Title: Flashman & more: Three Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisations

Author: George MacDonald Fraser

Narrator: Jayne McKenna, Angus Wright, Rhys Meredith, Katherine Igoe, Vivienne Dixon, Tom Fleming, Mark McDonnell, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Crawford Logan, Full Cast, Christian Rodska, William Hope, Nigel Anthony, Joss Ackland

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 5 hours 26 minutes

Release date: January 30, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

Full-cast adaptations of two Flashman novels, plus a standalone historical romp, a humorous short story and an interview with George MacDonald Fraser Scottish author George MacDonald Fraser took the loutish bully from Thomas Hughes’ Tom Brown's Schooldays and gave him a new lease of life. Over the course of 12 novels, caddish anti-hero Flashman swashbuckled his way around the British Empire, playing a key role in some of the 19th century’s most significant events. Adapted for BBC Radio, and featuring a stellar cast, this collection includes: Flash for Freedom! – It is 1848 and Flashman is considering a political career. But a disastrous card game with Disraeli plunges him into hair-raising involvement with a murderous sea captain, the transatlantic slave trade, the Underground Railroad and Abraham Lincoln. Flashman at the Charge – Renowned bounder, blackguard, liar, lecher, and self-confessed coward Sir Harry Flashman suffers the ill fortune of being caught up in the Charge of the Light Brigade – and rides with the descendants of Genghis Khan against the might of Imperial Russia, as he attempts to save British India… Good Queen Bess and the Dastardly Don – England, 1599, and at the Spanish Embassy, a devilish plot is brewing. New envoy Don Diego claims to possess a compromising letter written by Queen Elizabeth 50 years ago: and unless it is retrieved, her reputation as the Virgin Queen will be in tatters. Time to call in Mistress Phoebe Fosdyke, Secret Agent… ‘Monsoon Selection Board’ – Corporal David MacNeill recalls his challenging time in 1940s Burma, when he was part of a battalion trying to stop the Japanese army escaping. Hoping to become an officer, he is sent to face the Selection Board – but can he prove his mettle? Bookclub: George MacDonald Fraser – James Naughtie talks to George MacDonald Fraser about his inspiration for the Flashman books, writing a Bond screenplay, and why we can’t resist a rogue. Text copyright © George MacDonald Fraser 1970 (‘Monsoon Selection Board’), 1971 (Flash for Freedom!), 1973 (Flashman at the Charge), 2000 (Good Queen Bess and the Dastardly Don) Cast and credits Written by George MacDonald Fraser Flash for Freedom Featuring Joss Ackland, Rhys Meredith, Nigel Anthony, Christian Rodska, William Hope, Ndidi Del Fatti, Emily Wachter, Jamie Newall, Robert Hastie, Damian Lynch, Stuart Milligan Dramatised by George MacDonald Fraser Directed by Patrick Rayner First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 27 Mar-3 Apr 2005 Flashman at the Charge Featuring Joss Ackland, Angus Wright, Jayne McKenna, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Nigel Anthony, David Holt, David Bannerman, Peter Kenny Dramatised by George MacDonald Fraser Directed by Patrick Rayner First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 13-20 Oct 2002 Good Queen Bess and the Dastardly Don Featuring Vivienne Dixon, Crawford Logan, Katherine Igoe, Mark McDonnell, James Bryce, Julie Austin Written by George MacDonald Fraser Directed by Patrick Rayner First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 20 May 2000 ‘Monsoon Selection Board’ Read by Tom Fleming Produced by Bruce Young First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 5 Oct 1990 Bookclub: George MacDonald Fraser Presented by James Naughtie With George MacDonald Fraser Produced by Dymphna Flynn First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 1 Jan 2006 © 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

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Title: The Girls of the Glimmer Factory

Author: Jennifer Coburn

Narrator: Cassandra Campbell

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 13 hours 4 minutes

Release date: January 28, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

From the author of Cradles of the Reich comes a poignant and inspiring tale of resistance, friendship, and the dangers of propaganda, based on the real story of Theresienstadt, for fans of The Forest of Vanishing Stars and The German Wife.   Hannah longs for the days when she used to be free, but now, she is a Jewish prisoner at Theresienstadt, a model ghetto where the Nazis plan to make a propaganda film to convince the world that the Jewish people are living well in the camps. But Hannah will do anything to show the world the truth. Along with other young resistance members, they vow to disrupt the filming and derail the increasingly frequent deportations to death camps in the east.   Hilde is a true believer in the Nazi cause, working in the Reich Ministry of Enlightenment and Propaganda. Though they're losing the war, Hilde hasn't lost faith. She can't stop the Allied bombings, but she can help the party create a documentary that will renew confidence in Hitler's plans for Jewish containment. When the filming of Hitler Gives a City to the Jews faces production problems due to resistance, Hilde finds herself in a position to finally make a name for herself. And when she recognizes Hannah, an old childhood friend, she knows she can use their friendship to get the film back on track.

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Title: The Player

Author: Minette Walters

Narrator: Emma Gregory

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 14 hours 6 minutes

Release date: January 23, 2025

Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

England, 1685. Decades after the end of the civil war, the country is once again divided when Charles II's illegitimate son, the Protestant Duke of Monmouth, arrives in Dorset to incite rebellion against his Catholic uncle. Armed only with pitchforks, Monmouth's army is quickly defeated by King James II's superior forces and charged with high treason. Those found guilty will be hanged, drawn and quartered. As Dorset braces for carnage, the redoubtable Lady Jayne Harrier and a small group of trusted allies - including her courageous son and the independent-minded daughter of a local lawyer - contrive ways to save men from the gallows. Compelling and powerful, The Players is a story of guile, deceit and compassion during the dark days of The Bloody Assizes. Secrets are kept and surprising friendships formed in a dangerous gamble to thwart a brutal king's thirst for vengeance...

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Title: Debt of Honour

Series: #11 of Dr. Tony Hill & Carol Jordan Mysteries

Author: Griff Hosker

Narrator: Marston York

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 8 hours 36 minutes

Release date: January 23, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

When men fight together, especially in a holy cause there is not only a bond but also an unspoken promise to come to the aid of their shield brother. When Birger Persson discovers that he is dying he asks his son to seek help from two old friends. One of them is Sir Thomas of Stockton. Events conspire to thwart Birger's son from reaching Sir Thomas and it is left to Sir William, Sir Thomas' son to effect a rescue of the Swedish knight. When Sir William and the King of Scotland are attacked by Scottish rebels then the spider's web of plots and treachery threaten to strangle both the border knight and his unlikely ally!

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Title: Leaving Independence

Author: J.A. Johnstone, William W. Johnstone

Narrator: George Guidall

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 9 hours 24 minutes

Release date: January 21, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

The Greatest Historical Western Writers of the 21st Century, William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone, bring to life the harrowing journeys of the fearless pioneers who braved the Oregon Trail—and lived to tell the tale … Independence, Missouri, 1865. Seasoned wagon master Virgil Grissom prepares to lead a new group of families westward across the Oregon Trail. Among them are struggling farmer Matt Moran, his wife Katie, and their three small children. In spite of the long, treacherous journey ahead, Grissom is confident that this solid, hard-working farmer and his family are tough enough to endure the harsh elements, the rugged terrain, and the occasional run-in with hostile tribes. But he’s not so sure about the farmer’s younger brother, Clay, who plans to catch up with them along the trail. Alone. Which has Grissom worried … On the Oregon Trail, a lone man is a dead man. Clay Moran fought hard in the Civil War, serving as lieutenant in the US Calvary. Now that Robert E. Lee has surrendered, Clay is free to head west with his brother’s family. Problem is, the wagon train has left Independence already—and Clay has to go it alone. Luckily, the army let him keep his horse. But when a couple of bushwhackers steal that horse and all his money, he’s left high and dry. If Clay hopes to catch up with the wagon train, he’ll have to rely on his wits. His guts. And every skill he learned in the war. Along the way, he’ll have to do things a man should never have to do—just to survive …  JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. GO WEST, LIVE FREE, OR DIE TRYING.

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Title: The Housekeeper of Holcombe Hall

Series: #1 of Holcombe Hall

Author: Maggie Campbell

Narrator: Claire Storey

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 9 hours 10 minutes

Release date: January 16, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

Brought to you by Penguin. 1929. Holcombe Hall, Lancashire Holcombe Hall’s enigmatic owner has passed away, and now as the roaring twenties come to an end the upstairs and downstairs residents of Holcombe Hall begin a new era. Parlour maid Florrie Bickerstaff has always endured the quick temper of Lady Charlotte, calmly navigated the formidable housekeeper, Bertha and avoided the officious butler, Mr Arkwright. But it’s all been worth it for Sir Richard. Sir Richard has shown Florrie nothing but kindness, and her heart can’t help but flutter when he enters the room. But she is a mere parlour maid and he a successful tycoon. When the house is in need of a new housekeeper, Florrie was not as invisible as she first thought. As she rises to the challenge of her new role, Sir Richard finds many an excuse to spend time with her… © Maggie Campbell 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025

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Title: A New Chapter at the Little Penguin Bookshop

Author: Joanna Toye

Narrator: Katy Sobey

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 8 hours 29 minutes

Release date: January 16, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

Brought to you by Penguin. New stories are being written at The Little Penguin Bookshop… Carrie Anderson’s business selling books at her local train station is thriving and, with her beloved Mike returned from war, everything feels as though it is falling into place. That is, until Mike is sent to Washington as a liaison between Britain and America. When her twin brother, Johnnie, a fighter pilot, is injured, and her bookstall falls on hard times, Carrie misses the sage advice and comfort of Mike more than ever. Bolstered by her supportive station community, can Carrie battle through this challenging new chapter and reach the happy ending she deserves? Praise for Joanna Toye: 'Romance, nostalgia, family, and books! The Little Penguin Bookshop has it all' Elaine Everest 'Endearing characters [...] wartime loves, laughter and heartbreak' Annie Murray 'A charming heroine, a dashing hero and books! I loved it!' Lesley Eames 'An uplifting wartime saga with family at its heart' Tracy Baines 'Meticulously researched and beautifully written' Helen Yendall © Joanna Toye 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025

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Title: Ex-Wife

Author: Ursula Parrott

Narrator: Amy J. Johnson

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 8 hours 41 minutes

Release date: January 7, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

It’s 1925. Crunched between the Victorian age, WWI, and the Great Depression, women have new freedoms in the Roaring 20s, but do they? Patricia’s husband wants a divorce. She’s still in love with him, but the relationship has turned toxic. Separated from Peter, she’s free to explore her new identity as a businesswoman in her 20s, single again and living in New York City. According to her friend Lucia, women are “Free to pay our own rent, and buy our own clothes, and put up with the eccentricities of three to eight men who have authority over us in business, instead of having to please just one husband.” Can she survive being an Ex-Wife? Published anonymously as part of a marketing gimmick, which drew attention to the scandalous writing, this sensational book sold over 100,000 copies in its first year. The novel explores difficult topics (divorce, abortion, rape, casual sex) via a rare lens - a 1920’s female perspective. Aside from the physical setting of telephones and rotogravures, the emotional tug-of-war for Patricia is just as easy to perceive today as it was almost a century ago.

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Title: The Songbird: A World War Two Novel

Series: #1 of Hattie James

Author: Stacy Lynn Miller

Narrator: Eliza Foss

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 11 hours 43 minutes

Release date: January 7, 2025

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

Every note masks a secret. A novel of espionage, love, and betrayal in WWII Brazil. In the glamorous world of 1940s New York, Hattie James is a rising star, enchanting audiences at the iconic Copacabana Club. But her glittering life is shattered by a shocking phone call: her father, a respected diplomat, has been arrested for espionage, accused of aiding Nazi Germany. As her world crumbles, Hattie is plunged into a whirlwind of danger and deceit. Following her father's dramatic escape and alleged betrayal, Hattie is coerced by the FBI to aid their hunt. Her mission: infiltrate Rio de Janeiro's high society and uncover the truth about her father's loyalties. In the sultry heat of Rio, Hattie poses undercover as a singer at the Halo Club, owned by enigmatic Maya Reyes. Each performance at this vibrant hotspot brings her closer to the dark secrets entangling the city, and every note she sings could lead to her father—or to a trap set by those who wish to silence her. When Maya’s sister suddenly goes missing, Hattie unearths a shocking connection between her father and the mysterious SS leader Heinz Baumann. With stakes higher than ever, Hattie finds herself thrust even deeper into a dangerous undercover operation that threatens to put more than just her own life at risk. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Kristin Hannah, The Songbird offers a mesmerizing journey through a world where the greatest battles are fought in the shadows, and love might be the most dangerous weapon of all.

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Title: The Players

Author: Minette Walters

Narrator: Emma Gregory

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 14 hours 6 minutes

Release date: December 31, 2024

Genres: LGBTQ+

Publisher's Summary:

From the author of The Swift and the Harrier comes The Players, a gripping historical tale of espionage, treason, and surprising alliances set against the backdrop of the Bloody Assizes—the trials that would determine the fate of over one-thousand treasonous rebels. England, 1685. Decades after the end of the English Civil War, the country is once again divided when King Charles II’s illegitimate son, the Protestant Duke of Monmouth, arrives in Dorset to incite rebellion against his Catholic uncle. Armed only with pitchforks, Monmouth’s army is quickly defeated by King James II’s superior forces and charged with high treason. Those found guilty will be hanged, drawn, and quartered. As Dorset braces for carnage, the formidable Lady Jayne Harrier and her enigmatic son, assisted by the reclusive daughter of a local magistrate, contrive ways to save men from the gallows. Compelling and powerful, The Players is a story of guile, deceit, and compassion. Secrets are kept and surprising friendships formed in a dangerous gamble to thwart a brutal king’s thirst for vengeance ...