The somber, hard-working people of an isolated town reluctantly accept a mysterious stranger into their midst. In return, she becomes their new seamstress, working day and night to turn out the plain gray clothes the villagers have always worn. These dull and lifeless garments, however, hold a secret . . . there is something new, in the linings of the pockets.

Pockets is Jennifer Armstrong's classic tale of the transformative power of art and imagination. It is presented here with the author's permission.

There once was a fast-talking seagull whose insatiable appetite was matched only by his ego. Inspired by an old Buddhist folktale seen through the lens of current events, this is a tale of when to trust, when to ask questions, when to just walk away.

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There once was a fast-talking seagull whose insatiable appetite was matched only by his ego. Inspired by an old Buddhist folktale seen through the lens of current events, this is a tale of when to trust, when to ask questions, when to just walk away.

Director Mark Osborne's animated film adaption of Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s “The Little Prince” finally found its way to American audiences through Netflix. Joe Theroux of 401 Stories discusses the film’s good points, shortcomings, and severely misguided failures.

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Director Mark Osborne's animated film adaption of Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s “The Little Prince” finally found its way to American audiences through Netflix. Joe Theroux of 401 Stories discusses the film’s good points, shortcomings, and severely misguided failures.

The 401 Story Laboratory features Joe discussing the writing, recording, and editing process behind the tales of 401 Stories. This edition features outtakes and insight from the fifth and sixth episodes: "The Fisherman's Son and the Magic Catfish" and "The Ballad of Brian O'Bronaghan from Barrington."

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The 401 Story Laboratory features Joe discussing the writing, recording, and editing process behind the tales of 401 Stories. This edition features outtakes and insight from the fifth and sixth episodes: "The Fisherman's Son and the Magic Catfish" and "The Ballad of Brian O'Bronaghan from Barrington."

It's the first round of the Animal Olympics! The first battle is the race of the century, pitting the Mort "The Reptile Projectile" Tortoise against the decorated champion, Ric Hare! Who will be victorious? Mister slow & steady, or the master of social media? Catch this action only on AESPN: The Aesop Sports & Entertainment Network!

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It's the first round of the Animal Olympics! The first battle is the race of the century, pitting the Mort "The Reptile Projectile" Tortoise against the decorated champion, Ric Hare! Who will be victorious? Mister slow & steady, or the master of social media? Catch this action only on AESPN: The Aesop Sports & Entertainment Network!

There is nothing in the world that Lisa loves more than the game of baseball, and she is positive that some day she will be striking people out in the major leagues. All that's standing between the princess and her dreams are her father the meddling king, an entire country of greedy suitors, and a man-eating fire-breathing dragon. Play ball!

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