Forgotten Classics

In which we search out the Yellow Devil's Nest.Episode 249, The People of the Mist, chapters 7-9 (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.Podcast Highlight The Carson PodcastOther Highlights The Untold Podcast - Soft and Chewy Reading EnvyMichael Drout - From Here to Infinity

In which we get Otter's advice, hear a tale of foul deeds, and agree to adventure.Episode 248, The People of the Mist, chapters 5-6 (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.Podcast Highlight Books and CultureWhy I Really Like This Book

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 gunplayThis story is in the public domain.Book Highlights The Rosie ProjectS.Christmas MysteriesThe 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 gunplayThis 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 gunplayThis story is in the public domain.Other InfoThe 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 toymakersThis 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 HighlightThe Christmas Stocking Podcast