On this episode of Ron’s Amazing Stories, we have a jam-packed agenda. We'll kick things off with a review of the new audiobook series Mars Nation. Then, tune in for another thrilling installment of Ghost Stories With Sylvia, where Sylvia Shults reacts to a chilling tale from Kesha Hilton about her encounter at Sand Point Lighthouse. But that's not all! We'll also delve into Robert Sheckley's science fiction story The Hour of Battle, exploring a terrifying scenario of a mind-controlling alien invasion. Next up, Ron reads the thought-provoking short story The Hands. Finally, we'll close the show with a special edition of Johnny Is It True, featuring a collection of your stories, sent in by you, for you! So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! About Sylvia Shults:  Sylvia  is a Librarian, Author, and Ghost Hunter. She has spent a lifetime in the pursuit of the weird and strange. Her non-fiction works include Ghost of the Illinois River, Fractured Spirits, Fractured Souls, 44 Years in Darkness, The Spirits of Christmas, Days Of The Dead, and her latest release Grave Deeds and Dead Plots. All of her books are available on Amazon and you can find out more on her blog page. Sylvia’s Links:  , , , Featured Story - The Hour Of Battle Our featured story is a good one. It comes from Space Science Fiction magazine September issue 1953. I do wonder from time to time what an alien invasion might be like. Our tale takes a broad look at what could happen. The story is titled The Hour Of Battle and was written by Robert Sheckley. Stories Include - The Local Tribe, Review - Mars Nation: The Complete Trilogy, Ghost Stories With Sylvia - The Sand Point Lighthouse, The Hour Of Battle, The Hands, and Johnny Is It True - Your Stories. Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links: